Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Eastside

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Eastside? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Nordstrom Grill - Bellevue Square

5.0

5 (191)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (425) 646-5600 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Thank You.

Top review

robertGold

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

Service was great as usually manger came over and remember our drink order and bought them out food was excellent as usually overall a great job!!!

Montalcino Ristorante Italiano

4.9

4.9 (3202)

$31 to $50

Italian

Issaquah

About the restaurant

Montalcino Ristorante Italiano, an intimate restaurant in Olde Town Issaquah, Washington.

From the moment you walk in we hope you will feel like you are a guest in our living room. We believe authentic Italian food and wine are a way of life. All dishes are prepared with passion and tradition using only the freshest, highest quality, real Italian ingredients. Montalcino is a perfect location for a romantic date night, elegant birthday or anniversary celebration, a relaxed family dinner, or any special occasion.

A quality menu with a unique wine selection including wines produced throughout Italy as well as some wines from the beautiful state of Washington.

Buon Appetito and Salute!

Top review

christine

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

We had absolutely delicious food and wonderful service. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming

Kro Bar

4.9

4.9 (802)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Bothell

About the restaurant

The krō bär is an eclectic bar with a speakeasy vibe and a passion for spirits and great food with a nod to another era.

Tucked away on Main Street in Bothell, a walkable neighborhood teaming with local art, culture and food, the artfully handcrafted krō bär has been reclaimed from the bones of Bothell’s historic hardware store in the Mohn building. The 16-foot-high tin ceilings, a hanging catwalk and the original wood floors were uncovered and restored.

Please note we are 21 and older only.

Due to the size of our location, we are unable to seat parties of more than 4 guests.

Top review

ShamiGold

Dined 2 days ago

Such a cool hole in the wall. The karate was amazing! Recommend

Bottle & Bull

4.9

4.9 (588)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kirkland

About the restaurant

Experience the travels of Ernest Hemingway through your palette; eating and drinking your way through the cities that Hemingway loved to frequent; Havana, Paris, Florence and Pamplona (where he discovered his love for bull fighting!) to name a few.
We focus on locally sourced, farm-to-table menus with hand crafted cocktails, as fluid as the seasons.
Book your next event in our Private Dining Room that can accommodate up to 14 guests!
Like Ernest Hemingway our hunger knows no borders!
Open to those 21 and older.

Top review

DenisVIPGold

Dined 7 days ago

As usual, fantastic experience! Great food, drinks , creativity of the team and the ambiance!

Fujiwara

4.9

4.9 (39)

$50 and over

Sushi

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Tucked into Downtown Bellevue, Fujiwara offers a refined omakase experience devoted to the craft of sushi. Chef Seiji “Fuji” Fujiwara and his wife, Mikako, cultivate an intimate, tranquil setting that welcomes guests to unwind. Passing beneath the Noren feels transportive, as though you’ve slipped into Kurashiki, Japan, their hometown—where thoughtful hospitality and meticulous craftsmanship come together in quiet harmony.

Guided by the seasons, each course features carefully selected fish, including rare selections that invite guests to discover new flavors and textures. The experience is further elevated by its presentation: every dish is served on a one-of-a-kind Bizen-yaki ceramic, traditional pieces from their home region.

We look forward to welcoming you into an experience rooted in tradition, discovery, and quiet elegance.

Top review

FengGold

Dined on Oct 23, 2026

This place is beyond expectations and so much beyond if you are expecting a good sushi place. All fish so fresh, all your questions answered, all your drink and food need is fufillled

EFESTE - Woodinville

4.9

4.9 (208)

$31 to $50

Winery

Woodinville

About the restaurant

Minimalist techniques, natively fermented wines Visit us at our two tasting room locations in Woodinville and Sodo

Top review

LauraGold

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

We had a great experience! The wine and food were fantastic! The service was wonderful!

Brass Steak & Seafood

4.8

4.8 (25)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Woodinville

About the restaurant

Brass Steak & Seafood is a contemporary steakhouse in Woodinville Wine Country, founded by Christopher Saenz and Chef Kyle Quinn. Located at Harvest near The SOMM Hotel, Brass pairs Prime steaks and fresh seafood with a global wine list, craft cocktails, and deeply personal hospitality.
The menu takes a modern approach to the classic steakhouse, with signature offerings such as Prime steaks finished in bone-marrow-infused tallow, raw and chilled seafood, caviar, and a dedicated martini program.
The atmosphere is warm, polished, and contemporary—elevated without feeling formal—with rich wood, dark tones, and a setting equally suited for a celebration, business dinner, or relaxed evening after wine tasting. Private and semi-private dining are also available for special events and gatherings.
At the heart of Brass is our philosophy of relentless hospitality: paying attention to what matters to each guest and creating thoughtful, personal moments throughout the experience.

Top review

Ian

Dined 2 days ago

Was better that anticipated, all the way from the moment you walk in to the lobby and are warmly welcomed by the friendly staff. The atmosphere was sexy but cozy at the same time by keeping the dinning rooms/bar area separated but also flowing together. We sat at the bar top for our date night, and wonderful bartender LaMakenzie was our server and friend for the evening. We also met the owners Chris and Anna who were very gracious and kind. The food was top notch as was the presentation. We live up the hill and this will be our new frequented spot. Thank you Brass Team!

Cielo Cocina Mexicana

4.8

4.8 (49)

$30 and under

Mexican

Bellevue

About the restaurant

We are a Mexican restaurant that is family-owned and operated, specializing in serving our authentic family recipes from Jalisco, Mexico, known as the birthplace of Mariachi music and Tequila. At Cielo, we offer made-to-order dishes using fresh ingredients prepared daily on-site

Top review

Demeree

Dined 6 days ago

We were very impressed with the food! The chips were crisp, salsa was flavorful and our enchiladas were delicious!!! Staff was attentive and friendly. Great experience— we’ll be back!

Cafe Juanita

4.8

4.8 (3422)

$50 and over

Italian

Kirkland

About the restaurant

Cafe Juanita features Executive Chef and Owner Holly Smith's award winning Northern Italian cuisine prepared using the freshest Northwest ingredients and complimented by an award-winning wine list.
We proudly present two distinct tasting menus: one for omnivore and pescatarian diners, and a dedicated option for plant-based guests, with flexibility to choose between vegetarian and vegan courses. For those seeking additional variety, a supplemental menu of our favorite dishes is available for enhancements, substitutions, or the creation of a personalized menu. Current menus can be viewed at www.cafejuanita.com. Further elevate your meal with our optional wine pairings or non-alcoholic beverage pairings. Our service team is dedicated to providing intuitive and genuine hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to Cafe Juanita!
Dress code is elegant, formal *no leisure or athletic attire please.

Top review

KatherineGold

Dined on Oct 17, 2026

The best meal I have ever eaten!!! Thank you, Cafe Jaunita and Kevin and Jessica! You are A++++++

Rimini Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (877)

$30 and under

Italian

Kirkland

About the restaurant

Rimini Restaurant is a new Italian restaurant in Kirkland, Washington. It is owned by the Nardone family, who are multi-time, nationally acclaimed restaurateurs. The restaurant is located in downtown Kirkland's historic waterfront. Rimini Restaurant offers a unique Italian dining experience. The menu features classic Italian dishes, as well as some modern twists on traditional favorites. The restaurant also has a full bar and a wine list that features a variety of Italian wines. Rimini Restaurant is open for dinner seven days a week.

We are open during the outage unfortunately our phones are down but we are offering service

Top review

TashaGold

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing restaurant! Everyone was so nice! It was a great experience. We will be back soon!

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