Island Soul (Kirkland)

4.6

227 Reviews

$50 and over

Caribbean

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch

Hello! Thank you for your interest in Arleana's Restaurant. We are excited to announce that we are transitioning to Island Soul Rum Bar & Soul Shack! For more updates and information, please visit our Instagram: www.instagram.com/arleanasrestaurant

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Caribbean, Soul food, Latin / Spanish
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(425) 559-5077
Website
https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
To book a catering, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events

Location
312 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033-6206
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Cross street
We're between 3rd and 4th St on Central Way
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Central Way & 5th St (Stop ID: 70665) - Bus #239, 245, 250, 893 // Central Way & 3rd St (Stop ID: 73813) - Bus #230, 231, 250
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CRAB CAKES$20.00
Crab Meat, Celery, Lemon Juice, Egg, Mayonnaise, Cajun Seasoning
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES$15.00
Green Tomatoes, Panko, Egg, Onions, Buddha Belly's Seasoning
ISLAND CURRY MUSSELS$18.00
Mussels, House-Curry, Coconut Milk
JAMAICAN PATTIES$16.00
- Beef$0.00
- Chicken$0.00
- Veggie$0.00
LAMB SKEWERS$27.00
Lamb, House-Curry Seasoning
MAC N CHEESE$14.00
Penne Pasta, Whole Cream, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, House-Seasoning
TOSTONES$12.00
Fried Green Plantains, Red Onions, Garlic, Tomatoes
WINGS$18.00
- Calypso$0.00
- Mango$0.00
- Habanero$0.00
- Jerk$0.00

LARGE

BLACKENED SALMON$33.00
Salmon, Plantains, Fried Okra
CHEESEBURGER & FRIES$21.00
Bun, Jerk Mayo, American Cheese, Beef Patty, Fries
CHICKPEA CURRY$16.00
Chickpeas, Garlic, Onions, Tomatoes
CURRY GOAT$34.00
Goat, Bell Pepper, Garlic, Onions, Potatoes, Coconut Milk, Curry, Coriander, Ginger
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
FRIED CHICKEN$25.00
Flour, Egg, Chicken, Buddha Belly's Seasoning
GUMBO$34.00
Shrimp, Crab Meat, Andouille Sausage, Chicken, House-Roux (Cornstarch), House-Chicken Stock
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
ARLEANA'S SALAD$10.00
Seasonal Greens, Seasonal Fruit, Red Onions, Fried Plantains, House-Vinaigrette
JAMAICAN RUNDOWN$13.00
Vegetable Medley, Garlic, Onions, Coconut Milk, House-Sweet Chili Sauce
- Prawns 7$7.00
- Tofu 3$3.00
JERK CHICKEN$16.00
Chicken, Habanero, Garlic, Onions, Scallions, Allspice, Cloves, Nutmeg, Black Pepper
OXTAIL STEW$35.00
Oxtail, Bell Peppers, Lima Beans, Potatoes, House-Chicken Stock, Thyme
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
LOY'S PORK CHOP$30.00
Grilled Pork, Garlic, Onion, Black Pepper, Oregano, Thyme
FRIED CATFISH$16.00
Catfish, House-Cajun Seasoning, Cornmeal Batter

SIDES

BASMATI RICE$8.00
COCONUT CORN MUFFIN$8.00
COLLARD GREENS$8.00
FRIES$8.00
FRIED OKRA$8.00
RICE & PEAS$8.00
SWEET PLANTAINS$8.00

COCKTAILS

LITHIUM$22.00
Four Roses Bourbon, Amaro Montenegro Averna, Grand Marnier
SMOKEY PEACH$17.00
Scotch Peach Amaretto, Apricot Liquor, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Egg White
THE INCREDIBLE TIKI SCOTCH$18.00
Caribbean Scotch Falernum, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Float Mezcal
SPICY PEAR$18.00
Repo Tequila, Green Chili, Prickly Pear, Simple Syrup, Lime, Cajun Rim
ST. MARY MULE$16.00
Mezcal, Rosemary, Simple Syrup, Lime, Ginger
FIVE STONES XXX$17.00
Lemonthart Spiced Rum, Amor Butterscotch Syrup, Five Stone's Espresso, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur
BIRD OF PARADISE$17.00
Worthy Park Rum, Mango Liqueur, Raspberry Syrup, Lime, Lemon Oil
SUMMER LOVE LETTER$17.00
Lillet Elderflower, Lemon, Peychauds Bitters, Orange Bitters

N/A COCKTAILS

CHAI SOUR$15.00
Chai, Lime, Simple Syrup, Egg White
STARBURST$15.00
Housemade Orgeat, Raspberry Purée, Pineapple Gum Syrup, Lime, Topo Chico

BEER

BLACK RAVEN COCONUT PORTER$7.00
PELICAN PILSNER$8.00
REUBEN’S HAZELICIOUS IPA$8.00
DAYBREAK PALE ALE$8.00
RED STRIPE PALE LAGER$7.00
AVID CIDER JUNGLE JUICE$9.00

N/A BEER

BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH$6.00
BEST DAY BREWING HAZY IPA$6.00
BEST DAY BREWING WEST COAST IPA$6.00

What 227 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Eastside
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Island Soul in Kirkland offers a vibrant and flavorful dining experience with dishes that "make your palate dance." Known for its outstanding gumbo and catfish, this restaurant combines "amazing food and experience" with warm, attentive service. The lively atmosphere and delicious menu keep patrons eagerly returning for more.

227 Reviews

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Sean
Palm Springs
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fried green tomatoes, gumbo and catfish were all so great!
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Angela
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently GREAT SERVICE, INVENTIVE COCKTAILS, DELICIOUS FOOD!!! Finally a place we can count on for a solid date night!!
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Kim
VIP
Seattle
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our brunch at this lovely restaurant. The service was terrific, so friendly and the food was yummy. The coffee was delicious. We'll be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and it was a fantastic experience. The owner is incredibly kind as well as the rest of the staff as well. And oh my goodness, the food was delicious. We got the wings appetizer and it was on the pricier side in my opinion, but was very tasty. Noise level is to be expected, but the space is utilized well that you can still have a sense of privacy.
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Renee
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a perfect dining experience from start to finish! Our appetizers, main course, drinks and desserts were beyond delicious! All of the flavors popped! Service was impeccable, even though the restaurant was at capacity. The atmosphere was lively at the bar and throughout the entire space, even in the newest area that recently opened. We are looking forward to our next visit!
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derek
Seattle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Understaffed and thus slow when place wasn’t that filled up
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Ortal
Seattle
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food, love the atmosphere, friendly staff. We will definitely come back.
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Singha
VIP
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service. Fried catfish was super crispy ! Goor flavors. Crab cakes could be more flavorful like Earls
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TinaH
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We couldn't believe how quiet it was at Arleana's at 6:30 on a Saturday evening! We had the catfish court-bouillon, the gumbo, and the seasonal roasted squash special. The depth and balance of flavor in everything was remarkable. The okra and catfish were delightful fried. The squash was spoon-soft. Everything was great, and I think everyone else in town was missing out!
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GastronomicAnalysis
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Their cajun fried chicken is amazing!!! I tried the chicken & biscuit sandwich for brunch and it was delicious. Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, with a hint of cajun delight in every bite.
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FAQs

Island Soul (Kirkland) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (425) 559-5077.

Island Soul (Kirkland) is rated 4.6 stars by 227 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

312 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033-6206

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We're between 3rd and 4th St on Central Way
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Caribbean, Soul food, Latin / Spanish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Central Way & 5th St (Stop ID: 70665) - Bus #239, 245, 250, 893 // Central Way & 3rd St (Stop ID: 73813) - Bus #230, 231, 250
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(425) 559-5077
Catering
To book a catering, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events

Island Soul (Kirkland)

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gumbo

Fried Green Tomatoes

Halibut

SHAREABLES

CRAB CAKES$20.00

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES$15.00

ISLAND CURRY MUSSELS$18.00

JAMAICAN PATTIES$16.00

LAMB SKEWERS$27.00

MAC N CHEESE$14.00

TOSTONES$12.00

WINGS$18.00

LARGE

BLACKENED SALMON$33.00

CHEESEBURGER & FRIES$21.00

CHICKPEA CURRY$16.00

CURRY GOAT$34.00

FRIED CHICKEN$25.00

GUMBO$34.00

ARLEANA'S SALAD$10.00

JAMAICAN RUNDOWN$13.00

JERK CHICKEN$16.00

OXTAIL STEW$35.00

LOY'S PORK CHOP$30.00

FRIED CATFISH$16.00

SIDES

BASMATI RICE$8.00

COCONUT CORN MUFFIN$8.00

COLLARD GREENS$8.00

FRIES$8.00

FRIED OKRA$8.00

RICE & PEAS$8.00

SWEET PLANTAINS$8.00

COCKTAILS

LITHIUM$22.00

SMOKEY PEACH$17.00

THE INCREDIBLE TIKI SCOTCH$18.00

SPICY PEAR$18.00

ST. MARY MULE$16.00

FIVE STONES XXX$17.00

BIRD OF PARADISE$17.00

SUMMER LOVE LETTER$17.00

N/A COCKTAILS

CHAI SOUR$15.00

STARBURST$15.00

BEER

BLACK RAVEN COCONUT PORTER$7.00

PELICAN PILSNER$8.00

REUBEN’S HAZELICIOUS IPA$8.00

DAYBREAK PALE ALE$8.00

RED STRIPE PALE LAGER$7.00

AVID CIDER JUNGLE JUICE$9.00

N/A BEER

BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH$6.00

BEST DAY BREWING HAZY IPA$6.00

BEST DAY BREWING WEST COAST IPA$6.00

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