Blackboard Bistro
| Address: | 3247 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA |
| Phone: | +1 206-257-4832 |
| Site: | blackboardbistroseattle.com |
| Rating: | 4.6 |
| Working: | Closed Closed 5–9PM 5–9PM 5–10PM 5–10PM Closed |
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Mary
Great food but did service go on vacation for summer? Have loved this place since my first visit and definitely has been a top two of West Seattle but tonight was the first time I went when more than a couple tables were occupied and the service was terrible. Seemed to forget our salad we ordered with drinks (given our hunger and the occasional wait for food there). Thirty minutes later we were still without salad and any additional food ordered. Once they took our order and we asked about the salad, it appeared five to ten minutes later. They did comp us the forgotten salad (a favorite of mine) and the rest of the food came at a normal pace until dessert which was delivered another twenty to thirty minutes after dinner was cleaned up (when the restaurant was basically empty). I was told my tea was coming. Another ten minutes passed, it didnt come. Eventually my un-steeped tea was delivered as my baby was reaching her limit (commendable considering it had been 2.5+ hours since arrival). I can appreciate a leisurely meal but I wont be rushing for a return trip anything too soon.
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Susan Moskwa
Cant recommend this restaurant highly enough! The menu changes all the time and everything is always good. The chef has an excellent sense for how to combine sometimes surprising ingredients into really delicious dishes. We often get the scallops because theyre always expertly cooked. Blackboard also does prix fixe menus on special occasions like New Years Eve or Valentines Day, which are reliably delicious. They like it if you make a reservation ahead of time, even if they dont appear to be full. Kind of pricey, but worth it and great for special occasions.
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Eric Adams
The plates that Jacob comes up with are absolutely wonderful combinations. The menu changes frequently so there is always something new to try. Recent adventures or favorites include Elk with quince bbq sauce, apple salad with manchego and chive, and whole roast suckling pig. Oh and dont forget the bread with brown butter infused with pumpkin seeds.. This is a really nice restaurant that is a bit out of the way, tucked between the Admiral and Alaska junctions on California.
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Noah Maikisch
Fine food in a relaxed atmosphere. The Chef here knows his stuff. Good place for family style sharing of plates. Menu changes daily, mostly local ingredients. The cuisine is hard to label but mostly European in technique, but focused on what is fresh and in season. The portions are good and it is not expensive. Excellent for a date, it is classy but not pretentious. A hidden gem in West Seattle.
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Rachel Edmonds
The dishes we ordered were thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The green beans with red & yellow cherry tomatoes were topped with a truffle/walnut vinaigrette and served with avocado whipped cream. The lemongrass skewered lamb was tender and delicious, and the ribs were also perfection. Im planning on making this little restaurant a go-to spot!
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dave gardner
Food was excellent, service not so much. I ordered an Old Fashioned and the waiter asked how to prepare it. No bartender at 6:00 PM on a Friday night? My wife and I ordered soup before the meal. Fifteen minutes later the meal arrived, no soup. "Im so sorry," was the response. Thats not good service.
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Ben Johnson
Stopped by on a Wednesday night in December and was informed that children werent welcome after 6pm for some reason. Granted, theres some pretty bad parenting so I do understand, but a blanket ban seems a bit much. Thankfully there some other choices near by. It did smell good from the street.
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Carola Eguiagaray
Great food. Everything is made from scratch. They only make a spacific quantity of each item in the menu so if it is better to go for an ealy dinner. Very good service and atmosphere. Try their gnocchi, they are fantastic. They also have good vegetarian options.
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Alec Zachman
The most amazing constantly changing menu, you never know what good stuff is on it. We always try to get a seat at the bar because not only do we get amazing food but its like we are catching up with one of our long lost friends! And she makes an amazing cocktail!
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Josh Furman
This place has such an amazing chef. There are always inventive items on the ever-changing blackboard (menu), and youll want to try everything. Share a few items with others for a nice sampling. Everything we had was delicious, and we will definitely go back.
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A Private User
Definitely put yourself in the chefs hands with the tasting menu! For $30 per person we got six courses, all delicious. The pork cheeks were succulent and tangy, and the not on the menu dessert (goat cheese beignet or some such) was outstanding.
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Michael Freeman
This restaurant is amazing. We have never been disappointed. With the menu changes it is like a new restaurant everytime. The service is outstanding and the atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed. I highly recommend Blackboard Bistro.
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Adrian Henle
Some of the best food Ive had anywhere. Go with a group and order as many different things as possible. Orders are served to share, as a series of courses, and youll want to try everything on the menu.
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Katharine Christian
Whenever I need to impress someone I take them here. Local gourmet food that you dont have to drive downtown for plus portions that are generous enough that Ive actually had to take some home!
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Mark Gettleman
Small, charming spot with a chef driven foodie menu. Each dish was bold, creative and unique. Plenty of option for non-meat eaters like us. Highly recommended. We will be back.
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Gavin Lees
This is two blocks from my house, a fact for which I am eternally grateful. Probably my favourite West Seattle restaurant, with its ever rotating menu thats always delicious.
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Tarik Abouzied
Been here three times and its always been perfect. The staff takes pride in what they serve and are very knowledgeable about the food and ingredients. Get a Manhattan!
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Katherine Mauchamer
Had a romantic dinner. The drinks were good and so was the wine. The appetizers were fantastic. We had the Brussel sprouts and the halibut. Both were spectacular.
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Bernadette Perrin
THis is one of the best restaurants Seattle- always great food! The desserts are amazing. We have always had really good service there as well. Give this gem a try!
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Sonya Reasor
Theyre closing and one of the best - if not THE best - place in West Seattle is coming to an end. I will miss you, Ginger and Jacob. Please come back soon.
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Andrew Nortrup
We had a great meal, but service was a little off because they were short a member of their wait staff. But the quality of the food made up for it.
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Ian Coldwell
Wonderful locally sourced ingredients, creative Blackboard style menu, charming hosts. This is really our go to place for a special occasion.
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Rachel Green
We love taking out of town guests here. The menu is always changing and their homemade bread is to die for. Great cocktails too!
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Erik Cutts
Great food, was too hot the day in the summer when we came in. Service and food was great. Recommend sharing plates.
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Brandon Fayer
Quite atmosphere, dark, great for a long dinner. They typically serve family style and stagger it like a course meal.
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Mike Monteleone
Liked the food, waitress was very considerate of kids due to food taking a while. Bill was about average for 6 of us.
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Chris Daikos
Great intimate setting and easily the best restaurant of all the California Avenue restaurants.
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Andrew Ausman-Sheldon
The food here is adventurous and hearty. One of my most enjoyable meals Ive ever had.
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Colt Fry
Absolutely delicious food served family style. One of my favorite places to go.
