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Whiskey by John Howie, Bellevue, WA

Whiskey by John Howie

4.8
4.8
121 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for business meals
Whiskey by John Howie is the Eastside’s whiskey and craft cocktail destination for guests 21+ years old. The global selection of rare and well done whiskies has been thoroughly collected for the curious to the connoisseur by Whiskey’s in house curator, Tim Lodahl. The unique menu of delightful bar bites features new and favorite tastes crafted by proprietor John Howie and executive chef Jed Laprade.
Whiskey by John Howie is available for private events. This 1,420 square foot space - which can accommodate up to 84 people for private events - features rich, dark woods complemented by dark brick and gold accents that give the room a comfortable, stylish feel. Hundreds of rare and sought after whiskey titles elegantly adorn the main wall, just above Whiskey’s open kitchen space. John Howie Catering offers a diverse range of chef-designed specialty menus that can be customized to the unique needs and style of each event.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (425) 406-7938
  • Website
    http://www.whiskeybyjh.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    John Howie Catering offers a diverse range of chef-designed specialty menus that can be customized to the unique needs and style of each event.
  • Private party facilities
    Whiskey by John Howie is available for private events. This 1,420 square foot space - which can accommodate up to 84 people for private events.

Experiences

  • Whiskey Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Get 25% off our entire whiskey selection up to $100 when you order neat or on the rocks. Whiskey Wednesday is the perfect midweek escape for whiskey lovers and curious newcomers alike! Unwind with an impressive selection from around the world, expertly curated to tantalize your taste buds. Whiskey Wednesday promises an evening of flavor, fun and camaraderie. Raise a glass and let the good times flow!
    Whiskey Wednesdays Photo

Menu

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What 121 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Best Ambiance

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Best Value

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Lively

  • Eastside

    Best Overall

  • Eastside

    Best Food

  • Eastside

    Best Service

  • Eastside

    Best Ambiance

  • Eastside

    Best Value

  • Eastside

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Whiskey by John Howie is a haven for food and whiskey enthusiasts. Guests rave about the "amazing food," extensive whiskey selection, and "fantastic" service. The intimate setting and generous portions, especially the 2 plates 2 pours deal, delight diners. Perfect for date nights or happy hour indulgence, it's a must-visit spot!

121 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food wasn’t very good. Shrimp was over cooked and so was the steak. Service was decent but the server had zero personality and didn’t seem to want to engage any more than absolutely necessary. Drinks were ok. I probably won’t go back given the high prices and poor food.
    Whiskey by John HowieResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for the feedback. Would you please provide reservation name and date of visit? This will allow me to see your service team. Also, I hope you spoke with a manager that evening. We strive to create a tailored guest experience and never want anyone to leave unsatisfied. Our executive chef will be following up with the kitchen later today. Again, we appreciate the review. We are always focused on continuous improvement and your feedback helps us work towards this goal. Best, Tim L. GM

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  2. Randy

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food selections and the whiskey was incredible. So many choices and not enough time! Looking forward to going back again soon,

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  3. KIRSTEN

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service could be better. We sat at a table that wasn't set and then waited a bit for water. Our server was serving as the hostess as well, I think....and checked us in but didn't note we were a party of 4 and seemed surprised when we mentioned that. We ordered off the restaurant week menu, but after ordering, we were told that it was not available on the weekend. After a rocky start, it got a little better. Honestly, the food saved the experience. I would go back for the ambiance and food.
    Whiskey by John HowieResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thank you for the feedback. I will speak with the managers and your service team from that evening. I apologize for the mishap with the restaurant week menu. One of our fundamentals for the staff is pay attention to the details. It seems this did not happen during your experience. I will share your review with the staff and use it as a learning tool. Best, Tim L GM

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  4. kathy

    Seattle

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for Restaurant Week and ordered the special, which was quite good.

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  5. Corrin

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour options, drinks were perfect. We only had happy hour and will go back!

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  6. Karen

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. Never disappoints in my experience.

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  7. Rhonda

    Seattle

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Fries served with the frites were tepid. Frites and cheeseburger over seasoned-which is saying something for me as I like salt. Our first visit so we will give it another try this winter.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience was fantastic. The waitstaff is always attentive and wonderful. The food is always amazing. We celebrated our anniversary and were surprised with a dessert! Would recommend and will be returning!

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  9. Tom

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    was very nice, exactly what were expecting. will be coming back

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  10. Jeffrey

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun, intimate setting. The food is as good as the drinks!

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FAQs

Whiskey by John Howie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (425) 406-7938.

Whiskey by John Howie is rated 4.8 stars by 121 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Whiskey by John Howie

11111 NE 8th St 125, Bellevue, WA 98004

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bellevue
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    http://www.whiskeybyjh.com/
  • Phone number
    (425) 406-7938
  • Catering
    John Howie Catering offers a diverse range of chef-designed specialty menus that can be customized to the unique needs and style of each event.
  • Private party facilities
    Whiskey by John Howie is available for private events. This 1,420 square foot space - which can accommodate up to 84 people for private events.
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