Cedar + Elm

4.6

319 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Cedar + Elm is the heart of The Lodge at St. Edward State Park, a beautifully restored landmark hotel peacefully tucked away in a lush 326-acre forest just 30 minutes from Seattle.

Led by Executive Chef Luke Kolpin (Formerly of Noma and Bravo's Top Chef), Cedar + Elm’s menu is inspired by the undeniable spirit of the region we’re proud to call home. Every ingredient, flavor, and method of preparation is infused with an anchored authenticity. The bounty of each season informs our direction, culminating in familiar and approachable dishes with refined presentations and bold flavors.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, or brunch, for an inspired Pacific Northwest dining experience. We also feature live music in our Tonsorium Bar Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday as well as all night happy hour Sunday through Thursday!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(425) 321-1580
Website
https://www.thelodgeatstedward.com/cedar-elm
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Luke Kolpin

Location
14477 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Tasting Menu
$135.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Join us in the charming Cedar + Elm dining room for a artfully curated dining experience, crafted course by course by the hands of Executive Chef Luke Kolpin. Experience the best of the bounty of each season through thoughtful renderings of Northwest cuisine with his signature Nordic touch, taken from years at restaurant NOMA in Copenhagen. Let us guide you through 5 courses of meticulously plated offerings, leaving nothing to be desired. Please let us know at least 24 hours in advance if any dietary restrictions or allergies need to be accommodated. Optional wine pairings are $65 per person. This experience will only be offered as advanced ticketing, and is only available on specific nights and in limited quantities. Not to be missed!
St. Edward Afternoon Tea
$72.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Cue the crumpets and set the table with teacups. This pinky raising occasion is worthy of dressing up & celebrating. Set in the beautiful Cedar + Elm dining room, delight in an afternoon reminiscent of earlier times as you leisurely eat your way through three tiers of sweets and savory finger foods. Sipping on soothing teas from Rishi Tea & Botanicals while being serenaded by live musicians. This modern and joyful take on tea pays homage to its rich history, while providing an unforgettable & approachable experience.
Masters of Strings Holiday Concert
$45.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 8, 2024 only
Join us at The Lodge at St Edward for a one-of-a-kind night of phenomenal music from an amazing lineup of stringed instrument virtuosos. Our resident master, Andre Feriante, has assembled a lineup of players like no other. Featuring unique performances from artists Andre Feriante, Gus Denhard and Charlie Solbrig and featuring instruments include Spanish guitar, various lutes, baroque guitar, harp guitar, oud, and acoustic guitar. They will play music for the season, ancient and modern along with classic guitar songs. Each will bring their own styling and flavor to this very special night. Price includes grazing appetizers, and our full beverage menu will be available during the performance. This will be a night not to miss!

What 319 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Eastside
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cedar + Elm is a charming dining destination nestled in a beautifully renovated lodge with serene surroundings. Renowned for "amazing flavors" and "superb food," it offers a limited but thoughtfully curated menu that emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients. The "exceptional service" and inviting ambiance make it ideal for special occasions. With live music enhancing the experience, guests are consistently impressed by the elegant afternoon teas and delightful brunches. Despite occasional slow service, the venue remains a "hidden gem in the Seattle area," perfect for those seeking a memorable dining outing.

319 Reviews

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Anna
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ylada, our server, was very knowledgeable about the menu and the history of the building which enhanced our dining experience. The food was delicious! Favorites were the flatbread with dirty sauce, wagyu steak, and the chocolate gelato. We never felt rushed. We appreciated the low decibel music. Highly recommend Cedar & Elm!
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Nancy
Portland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Thanksgiving dinner was amazing! The three courses along with wine pairing were nicely paced and beautifully presented. The turkey was moist and tender and the sides of root vegetables, stuffing, roasted brussel sprouts, cranberry sauce and sauteed mushrooms were thoughtfully prepared and complimented the main. Dessert was pumpkin pie along with an assortment of small cakes. Overall, the food and service were outstanding and the portions generous. This might just become a new family tradition!
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Wei
Seattle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The thanking dinner is $105 per adult and $50 per child. We had 3 adult and 2 kids. The foo/menu was average with a seasonal salad and potato celery soup. Soup was made with attention but too salty to the taste. Salad was sour, with balsamic vinegar and maybe some lemon? Just too much. The waitress was nice, but clearly she was just unable to provide “experience “ but busy meeting her standards to manage all the table she has gotten. The runner in middle who placed all the main course , was simple dropping food on the table. It was overwhelming to see one after another food item was being dropped on the table but not presented if you know what I mean? There was kind of a”there you go, here is more , stuff you face.” Not in a wrong way, but you know the feeling of nicely cooked food being bombed on the table with no explanation. Overall , not worth the money. Will not recommend, will not return.
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Jared
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rapidly becoming our Thanksgiving dinner tradition - beautiful grounds, attentive service, delicious food and some leftovers for home. Great job accommodating one of our party's dietary restrictions too
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David
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant and lodge are beautiful. The food was amazing. This was our first time dining out on Thanksgiving, and it was totally worth it. Hats off to the chef and culinary team.
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Fleur
Canberra
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Beautifully renovated building and dining area. Great coffee and food! Needed music to be a little louder to jazz up the ambience. Overall a really enjoyable brunch and plan to come again.
Cedar + ElmResponded 2 days ago
Hi Fleur, Your wonderful review was so great to see. We loved that you enjoyed our location, menu, service, and ambience! It’d be a pleasure to have you back for another amazing meal! - Cedar & Elm Team
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Kalei
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My service and food were amazing! Katie is the best!
Cedar + ElmResponded 2 days ago
Hi Kalei, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed our menu and service! We hope this means you will join us again sometime in the near future! - Cedar & Elm Team
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Phil
Seattle
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurants was closed, no power in area for 2 days
Cedar + ElmResponded 2 days ago
Hi Phil, We know the storm and power loss was difficult for many of our guests and we appreciate you for taking the time to leave us a review. We hope to host you again soon, in better weather conditions! - Cedar & Elm Team
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Bradley
Seattle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It was really cold. The service was great. The oatmeal was flavored well. The congee was not very flavorful but the chicken was good.
Cedar + ElmResponded 2 days ago
Hi Bradley, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re glad that you enjoyed the breakfast service! We wish to welcome you back again soon! - Cedar & Elm Team
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Mike
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food, excellent service. Overall evening, great.
Cedar + ElmResponded on November 17, 2024
Hi Mike, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re glad that you enjoyed our menu and service! We hope to see you again soon! - Cedar & Elm Team
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Cedar + Elm is rated 4.6 stars by 319 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Experiences are available.

14477 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028

Additional information

Neighborhood
Kirkland
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luke Kolpin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thelodgeatstedward.com/cedar-elm
Phone number
(425) 321-1580

Cedar + Elm

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Tasting Menu

St. Edward Afternoon Tea

Masters of Strings Holiday Concert

Menu

What 319 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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