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BluWater Bistro - Leschi, Seattle, WA
BluWater Bistro - Leschi, Seattle, WA
BluWater Bistro - Leschi, Seattle, WA
BluWater Bistro - Leschi, Seattle, WA
BluWater Bistro - Leschi, Seattle, WA

BluWater Bistro - Leschi

4.0
4
1255 Reviews
$30 and under
American
We opened The 3rd BluWater Bistro location in the Leschi neighborhood on March 13, 2004. Mick McHugh handed the reigns over to us after 22 successful years of running the Leschi Lake Café. With a slight remodel we cozy'd up the place, added some fantastic rollback windows, high back booths, some flat screen TV's, and leather furniture by the fireplace. The menu reflects all the goodness that a cozy bistro should offer, including the ever famous & popular "Lake Side Café" Fish and Chips... gotta keep the neighborhood happy. Stop in for some brunch on the weekends or some late night food.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (206) 328-2233
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a semi-private view area that can seat up to 40 people.
  • Private party contact
    Braydi Mackenzie: (206) 325-5779
  • Neighborhood
    Leschi / Madrona / Madison Park
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve

    $59.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2023 only
    Traditional 3 course Christrmas Eve. Choice of cranberry walnut vinaigrette salad or butternut squash soup. Choose one entree of prime rib, turkey or ham. Served with traditional trimmings, stuffing, cranberry sauce, seasonal vegetables. Dinner comes with a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert. Kids under 12 $24. Limited appetizer and dinner menu also available
    Christmas Eve Photo
  • Christmas Day

    $59.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2023 only
    Traditional 3 course Christmas meal. Choice of cranberry walnut vinaigrette salad or butternut squash soup. Choose one entree of prime rib, turkey or ham. Served with traditional trimmings, stuffing, cranberry sauce, seasonal vegetables. Dinner comes with a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert. Kids under 12 $24. Limited appetizer and dinner menu also available
    Christmas Day Photo

What 1,255 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Seattle

    Great for scenic views

1,255 Reviews
  1. Wombat

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Everything was wonderful, especially our server, who I would give 10 stars if I could. My one complaint is that there was something extremely sticky all over my chair, which then was all over my pants. I switched to another chair, and it was sticky too! I decided to just give up and enjoy my meal, but back at home I had to wash my jeans twice to get the sticky goo off them. Of course I will be back though- love the food and service.

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  2. luchtm

    Seattle

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Another "go-to" place for me, especially on Wednesdays when they offer great specials. The view is always nice. Great place to bring people from out of town. Service is always good too.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent food, super serving staff, kitchen willing to compromise because of my food intolerances, good WA wines, ADA accessible

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very accommodating to my allergies. Surprisingly quiet at brunch on a Sunday. I’ve visited many times and at different times of day and I’ve never been disappointed.

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  5. MRHMillCreek

    San Antonio

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    We dined for Thanksgiving as a small group of four. It was a disappointing and chaotic experience. Our main course arrived before our first course, and even our wine. We had to request several times about our first course and missing wine, and getting the walnuts (for an allergy) removed from the salad was a dubious task that required sending it back. Prime rib arrived well done—but to be fair, the server didn’t even ask our preferred temp. Overall, was a memorable meal, but not in a good way. Will never go back.

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  6. Ronaldo

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Festive, high-energy atmosphere (Thanksgiving), staff working all-out. However: wrong cocktail served. Main course arrived before appetizers; one was incorrect. Food was okay, considering.

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  7. Sk8Hound

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nice restaurant on the water. Service was very good. I was there for the prix fixe Thanksgiving menu although they did have some alternatives from their regular menu. I also ordered a cocktail. The cocktail was served in a huge glass thereby giving the impression that you were getting a lot of bang for your buck, but the glass was filled with ice, so the cocktail tasted watered down and bland, to be honest. The salad was fresh and delicious. The main TG plate was huge, so great value on the amount of food. Everything was delicious but the vegetables (brussels sprouts and carrots) lacked flavor. Basic steamed veggies. Overall, it was worth the price given how expensive prix fixe holiday dinners can be elsewhere at more fine dining restaurants AND given the volume of people they were serving. But, if you have the dollars to spend at a more upscale experience (i.e. $85+ dollars per plate), then I'd opt for that. I'd definitely come back to see what their regular menu is like.

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  8. chaup

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience4
    No gravy on on stuffing and turkeys. Vegetable are under cooked. Brussel sprouts was not prepared properly. The stems was not cut and hard as rocks when baked in oven. Prime ribs was under cooked and fatty uneatable. They charge two small pieces of pumpkin pies for $17.00 what rip-off. I thought pumpkin pie was part of the meal.

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  9. kent

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Wednesday “ Fajitas & Ritas” was outstanding! A really good value for a very tasty meal, and a good size helping of everything. Our waitress was also excellent. She was very friendly, helpful, and attentive.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Horrible service horrible bread The bread look like they took it from the bag. The guy was leaning In-N-Out table he was running around very not acceptable the food was lack of flavor and sooooo expensive

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  11. jvf41

    Portland

    94 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    Lively great local place, service was good, nice view of the lake thought it was dark when we were there.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We eat at the Blue Water Bistro quite often. The prices go up and the portions go down a little bit. Still good and will continue to do so!

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  13. NancyJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our special occasion place! Love the vibe and staff

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  14. LidaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and wonderful service. Highly recommend.

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  15. AmandaL

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Dirty tables, floor and washroom. Food was fine. Staff was not very knowledgeable about the menu.

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  16. ShotGun1852

    Seattle

    85 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very positive. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxcxxxxxcxcxcccxxxxxxxxxxc

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  17. MaJa

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Food was great. Our server was a bit slow, but we got everything we needed.

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  18. SlyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Neighborhood restaurant with great variety menu, friendly staff and beautiful views of lake Washington. Great value for your money. Parking is easy too.

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  19. Matilda42

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    It was a lovely place to celebrate an anniversary. I had been twice before for work functions and kept it in mind.

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  20. Seatac57

    Seattle

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Meatloaf is back for the fall menu. The best I have ever had.

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  21. KatheryneD

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time! Food was delicious and service was great.

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  22. MG84

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Views are nice. Restaurant was a bit run down. Food was okay better or worse depending on the dish. Servers aloof and served all the courses at once.

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  23. FoodMaven

    Portland

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The decor is pretty tired. But the food and service were very good. We were there for brunch on a Sunday and we enjoyed the selection and food we selected.

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  24. DavidS

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience2
    I've driven by the BluWater Bistro in Leschi many times and have always wanted to try it. There are surprisingly few waterside food options in Seattle given how much water and coast there is... Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. The inside is badly in need of an update/renovation and there aren't as many tables with good views as you would expect given its location. It's kind of a waste of an excellent location. We ended up eating outside in front of the restaurant (party of 5), facing the road, instead of the water. The food is pretty expensive for the quality, though the drinks were excellent. A highlight was our server, Jerome. He was utterly charming and made the experience fun. But it's not great when the server is needed to save the experience.

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  25. KurtH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Nice location lakeside in Seattle's Leschi neighborhood. Lots of outdoor seating and dogs everywhere there. Their brunch items are really good and the potatoes are a cut above.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience4
    The food was terrible. The service was so slow that the table next to us left.

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  27. NoelH

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat in the covered area outside of the bar for the first time. Enjoyed the fire next to us. Was quiet and cozy and the crab special rocked. Had a fantastic evening.

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  28. Marianne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful meal, outside seating with a view of lake Washington, great service friendly staff

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  29. DKCH

    Seattle

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Warm, welcoming staff. Delicious food at reasonable prices. I want to go there more frequently!

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  30. ScottW

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We took friends from out of town to this wonderful spot on Lake Washington - we had heard good things and were not disappointed!

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  31. MCC65

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Blu Water never disappoints. Excellent menu choices. The staff is always attentive and pleasant. The ambiance cannot be beat. It is our go to place for a lovely evening.

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  32. MarkR

    Seattle

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner with attentive service on their lovely outdoor deck overlooking Lake Washington. Perfect for a nice summer dinner!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Good experience overall. They were out of a few dishes, but the rockfish and salmon we ordered were great and reasonably priced.

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  34. Xander

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Front desk person had a little attitude, but later made up for it. The service staff and waiter service was excellent. A bit disappointed with them being out of the prime rib. However, the delicious prime rib sandwich semi made up for it. We love the view and location.

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  35. AnneB

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall4food1service5ambience4
    The martini was perfect, our server was excellent and 2 out of the 3 dinners were great but one was inedible

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  36. B1111

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Service was below average. The servers were friendly but didn't seem trained on how how to make the meal go smoothly. A king salmon dish recommended by a server was very bland.

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  37. Kiles

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great! Was there when the Blue Angels were performing so that was an added bonus and great view!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Tried to dine in during the Seafair and opted to sit in for the experience listed on OpenTable for an extra $2…upon arriving to the restaurant I had told the host about our reservation for two, without even looking at her tablet laying on the counter we were sat in the back of the restaurant without any view of the water to watch the Seafair even tho we chose the “seafair experience”….we were given paper menus of a very condensed menu with outrageously high prices that were clearly marked up for the event…we decided to just order two well margaritas and leave which also were painstakingly high at $15 a piece. Wasn’t impressed or pleased at all. This restaurant used to be amazing with very friendly staff unfortunately it’s not that anymore.

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  39. dawnjuan

    Seattle

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    I had the salmon, and my husband had the fish and chips. Our salads came about 2 minutes before our entrees:( So ended up barely touching them.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Really run down and food was just ok. Really need updated and service need to be better.

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FAQs

BluWater Bistro - Leschi does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. BluWater Bistro - Leschi also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 328-2233.

BluWater Bistro - Leschi is rated 4 stars by 1255 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 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BluWater Bistro - Leschi

102 Lakeside Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Leschi / Madrona / Madison Park
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (206) 328-2233
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a semi-private view area that can seat up to 40 people.
  • Private party contact
    Braydi Mackenzie: (206) 325-5779
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