Café Juanita
Cuisine: European, Italian
Price: $$
10Best Says
Named for the creek it rests beside, this fantastic restaurant is influenced by Italian cuisine, although it's not the red-sauce-and-cheese variety. Instead, dishes are more refined, featuring... Read More
Named for the creek it rests beside, this fantastic restaurant is influenced by Italian cuisine, although it's not the red-sauce-and-cheese variety. Instead, dishes are more refined, featuring first-rate ingredients and careful preparation. Among the offerings you'll find: silky foie gras, sweetbreads in marsala sauce, seared yellowfin tuna and bacon-wrapped roasted rabbit. Accompanying them are such delicacies as fava beans, polenta, asparagus, artichokes and a medley of earthy mushrooms. Desserts follow suit and include several Italian classics: tiramisu, panna cotta and berries laced with balsamic vinegar. The excellent wine list offers a perfect accompaniment, whether Italian or a regional vintage.
Address:
9702 NE 120th Pl
Kirkland, WA 98034
425-823-1505
Hours:
- Tue-Sat: 5pm-10pm
- Sun: 5pm-9pm
Website:
cafejuanita.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Romantic Dining, Italian: "Check out the website for upcoming events like dinners with local chefs and winemakers."
- Best for Romantic Dining Because: Special occasions call for a delicious, Italian-inspired meal in this fantastic, intimate restaurant in Kirkland.
- Best for Italian Because: At Cafe Junaita, the owner's passion for Northern Italian food and wine comes through along with a commitment to organics and sustainability.