4. Restaurants

Crow

823 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98109
  • (206) 283-8800
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  • Todd R.

    Great prices and simple, tasty food make Crow one of my favorites in Seattle. Biggest Recommendations: Pancetta-wrapped Chicken and green beans (still only $16!) Any salad Least favorite items: Appetizers (They rarely have specials and the standards just don't compare to the rest of the menu.)

    (5)

  • James and Carla F.

    At the bar, ignored for most of the time by a girl too busy talking to patrons that were her friends. Marginal food. We asked for a sweet dessert wine at the end, she replies: "ok". Wine never came and she dropped the check a couple of minutes later. Strange!

    (1)

  • Tiffany J.

    Went here on a sunday night and had their 4 course special! Food was amazing!! I had the lasagna and the wine pairing was perfect!! Waitress was great too!!

    (5)

  • Chira V.

    muscles and clams! pan roasted chicken! everything is delicious. the menu changes often though. dining alone? they have an awesome back bar where you can watch the chefs work the kitchen. that way you don't have to and stare at your iphone at a table for one.

    (4)

  • Clint W.

    I think Crow is a little overrated. It is a cool, little neighborhood place. The staff was friendly and we were not rushed out of the place. However, the food was just okay and it was more expensive that I thought. Nothing fancy and the food was certainly fine, but it didn't knock my socks off. I was guess I was expecting it to live up to the hype.

    (2)

  • WilJim T.

    Some of the worst service I've ever had. I would understand if it's close to closing time... I know how annoying that can be Bit there was still about 2 hours to go. We waited and waited..... And waited a little more as we watched our waitress chat with her buddies. I've been here before and loved it. But that was just terrible.

    (1)

  • Edward C.

    This is my favorite fancy restaurant in Seattle. I guess it is considered "fusion" cuisine. Whatever you call it, it's damn good. The menu is short, but it's constantly updated so you won't run out of stuff to try...I know this because I live next door, and I frequently walk by just to gawk at the menu to see what's new. The ingredients they use are fresh and seasonal. The wine list is well populated, and the price for wine is actually not outrageous. This place has a great atmosphere. A little on the expensive side, so a perfect place for special occasions (or not so special, depending on your income level). Reservation is critical. I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Tony L.

    The food here is really good :b.......... I had dinner here last year during the New Urban Eats promotion (similar to the 25 for $25). restaurant really won me over. The food was absolutely delicious and perfectly prepared. All the flavors blend in just right. The chefs here really know what they're doing.

    (5)

  • Paul G.

    Good service and excellent food.

    (4)

  • Shannon G.

    The food speaks for itself. The team was attentive, the atmosphere was inviting and every plate i saw went back clean, empty, no bites left. The portions are generous but not heavy handed. Ingredients are fresh and the chef team clearly love what they do. The menu feels manageable, something for everyone, and not overwhelming. Fantastic attention to detail and accommodating of specific requests. I sat at the counter facing the kitchen and i had so much fun watching them. They are a terrific team! Go eat there....just go. I had the chicken wrapped with Prosciutto which was finished in an amazing pan sauce. I also had the buttermilk peach pie...and...i loved it!

    (5)

  • erik d.

    Another queen anne restaurant in the "pretentious monosyllabic nouveau-american" category... unique for sure in that you can sit at the bar, or you can sit along the line and watch the chefs in action... I chose the latter. The kitchen staff wasn't particularly thrilled to speak to those of us sitting at the bar, but they did politely answer questions about particular ingredients in the dishes I ordered... aside from the dressing on the trout salad, which I can't recommend enough. Next time I go, I might have to just order two of them as a meal. The decor is nice, industrial as others have mentioned but with a nice subdued, civilized finish. The food is clearly the focus here, and it shows!

    (4)

  • Thom P.

    This was a great surprise. While traveling, I'm staying at a Hampton Inn across the street and walked in and found a gem. I had pan fried Chicken wrapped in prosciutto, it was perfectly cooked and super juicy. Great place

    (4)

  • JJ B.

    Awesome drinks. The bartender has a continually rotating drink menu and I have never been disappointed. The beet salad is to die for....trust me.

    (5)

  • Liz R.

    This place has turned into one of my favorite restaurants in town. Just a quick glance at the menu should tell you why. It doesn't matter what menu you look at (they change seasonally) the dishes are always mouthwatering. The food and service are always exceptional. The cocktails are inventive and delicious and the wine list is good and reasonably priced. This is a great place for people who simply want a really good meal. I've come here recently for several large parties, which I have to say were run very well. Crow had a section of the restaurant blocked off for us and were more understanding than I was about people arriving late (hint: if you're showing up for a dinner party at a restaurant, don't arrive an hour late. Absence does not make the heart grown fonder, you are not arriving fashionably late, people do not think you're cool because you're too busy to show up on time, you're just keeping hungry people from their food, which is a particularly egregious sin when the food looks and smells as good as it does at Crow).

    (5)

  • C Y.

    I've been here at least a dozen times and I can't say I've had a bad meal here. Food is always top notch. Service has always been OK to excellent. The menu is somewhat limited but specials are frequently available. For example, last month I had an excellent Cassoulet with firm yet tender beans infused with the duck and sausage flavors. Their lasagna is always a winner and the roast chicken is my favorite with its crispy golder brown skin and tender moist meat. A good selection of wines by the glass are available as well as reasonably priced bottles. The bar seems to offer something for everyone. What don't I like? I'd like to see a slightly larger menu selection. I went their several times in a month for business dinners and pleasure and couldn't really get excited about ordering anything as I recently had everything I like. Service is sometimes spotty. Seating is not really comfortable, the hard flat seats make long dinners difficult to enjoy. The place is noisy, which is OK for a fun night out but not for a date night or serious dinner conversation. Depending on Seattle Center activities, parking can be a problem. That said, Crow is a must try if you haven't been there. Frequently busy so call ahead. Incidently their sister restaurant -Betty- on the top of Queen Anne is also good.

    (4)

  • judy n.

    Definitely had a hip industrial vibe inside. nice hostess but an incredibly lame bartender. it wasn't a big bar nor was it particularly crowded but it took him forever to take our order, which is kind of strange since there were 5 of us looking at him expectantly the whole time. jackass. anyway, we were seated maybe 10 minutes after our reservations & so far i wasn't too impressed. of course, once our server started talking to us, things perked up. she was really friendly, patient & seemed to really know what was goin' on with the grub. i ordered the curried mussels to start, the pork loin w/sauerkraut & bratwurst & the cinnamon apple "beggar's purse" for dessert. the mussels were divine. very tender & savory & not at all overpowered by the curry. the pork was also delicious; had some sort of peppery rub on it & was perfectly done, maintaining all it's porcine juiciness. the sauerkraut was tasty without being pucker inducing. i could've done without the brautwurst though; kind of pedestrian flavor-wise & not really needed, what with the size of that pork (heh). the beggar's purse was somewhat of a disappointment but i tried the various other desserts at the table (housemade strawberry ice cream, chocolate cake, & a kick ass meyer lemon cheesecake) which were all very good indeed. not a huge menu but what's there is good & it's pretty inexpensive for what you get. i'd definitely go again, especially since it's so close to us & the menu changes regularly. of course, i'll never take my dad there since the accoustics sucked ass & we could all barely hear each other but i guess that's what you get when you're in a "cool-converted-warehouse" sort of situation.

    (4)

  • Rachel S.

    Cardamom! The cured meat appetizer has a Salumi sausage with cardamom! Also one with fennel. Fennel is good, too. And the vegetable pasta entree has little gourd-shaped yellow tomatoes in it. And the frozen lemon mousse has basil in the blackberry sauce. And the walls have Rothko-like drippy paint rectangles. All these are good ideas. But cardamom trumps everything.

    (4)

  • Denise E.

    We sat along the open kitchen which I was amazed by! The cooks are very focused so don't expect them to be engaging even though they are practically on stage. When I first glanced at the menu I feared it would be limited-there are very few items on it. But once I read the descriptions, the only problem I had was that I wanted EVERYTHING! I was most tempted by the cassoulet- but since someone else in the group ordered it I took my chances with the tenderloin steak. It was perfect and you cannot beat a perfect steak. I can't wait to go back and try everything else! The restaurant had a quaint, warm feel that I enjoyed.

    (5)

  • Blake D.

    Wow, wow, WOW! To preface this, my coworkers and I just returned from a lunch where I was called a "foodie" multiple times. I love good food whether it be making it myself or appreciating the work of others. Crow, last night, was amazing down to the last detail. The decor was simple and great with just the right amount of lighting to promote conversation between you and that one other person (hint, hint). The restaurant was bustling but not overly so and the staff were incredibly attentive and informative. We ended up sampling quite a bit of the menu. A couple of their signature Martini's were impressive as well as the clam and Manchego cheese sharing items we chose. For our main course, we settled on the chicken and prosciutto dish with green bean and potato pie sides and it blew away our taste buds. The homemade Desert was also equally impressive. I'm in love with this place...

    (5)

  • Chris B.

    I went to the Crow a few years ago, and did not have the best experience. At that time, it took more than 10 minutes for us to get seated, as the staff appeared to make an effort to ignore us as we tried to get their attention. The waitress looked like she could care less about serving us, and even seemed a little annoyed. Crow is supposed to be known for their chicken, but it was dry, and a little bit cold. I was not happy with that experience. About a couple of years ago, I thought I'd try again. It was around 5 pm, and my date and I were among the first to come through the door. There were plenty of staff around, but after waiting 5 minutes without so much as a "be right with you," I grew impatient and left. I have not been back since. Until two weeks ago. I ordered the lamb, the most expensive main course at $28. It was absolutely divine, perfectly done. So I went back this week and had the chicken, which I think is an exceptional deal at only $17. Amazing. Very juicy meat on the inside, with a thin crispy shell on the outside, complimented by some chicken broth around a smattering of green beans. I also ordered the mashed up potato cake, at $3, which was at least a full 2 sides worth. The lentil soup, at $6, was not the usual type of lentil soup you would expect at a mediterranean restaurant, but had a chicken broth, some kind of green leaf (kale?), but still with a destinctive lentil flavor, and was very light, yet hearty at the same time. The cocktails appear to be made with real juice - I love that. And the wine list offers a terrific selection of bottles at what appears to be only a 50% mark-up (very reasonable for the amount of selection), and at least 20 wines by the glass. The restaurant, apparently a renovated warehouse, is very noisy inside, making it hard to hear your date sometimes. On the other hand, it adds to a lively atmosphere, softened by the classy warm glow of orange hues around the restaurant. There is plenty of seating at both the restaurant and cocktail bar, if you prefer to watch the action from your seat. The waitress and bartender were both attentive and friendly servers, lacking the pretense, but delivering on the service. The staff are still slow to greet you or acknowledge you at the door, but the last two times, at least I was helped within 5 minutes. And every dish and appetizer was done just right. I will definitely go back. Note to penny-pinchers. This is a good place to get some fancy food on a budget! It might be a secret, but the $3 side of mashed potatoe cakes I had was both substantial and delicious. Pair that up with some of their $6 soup, and you have a substantial (and very good) meal for cheap. I would give Crow 5 stars, but because of bad experiences in the past, and the consistently weird wait at the door to be acknowledged, I only give it 4 stars. Pros: Standard American fare with a fancy twist, wonderfully prepared. Food and service appear to have improved greatly from past experiences there. Cons: Feeling stupid waiting at the door to be acknowledged, for over 5 minutes each time.

    (4)

  • Ian K.

    I have always heard good things about Crow, and while it was not my intended destination one night before attending a performance of Teatro Zinzanni, Crow is where we ended up for a pre-show cocktail. I went on a Tuesday night and there were a fair amount of people there, but plenty of space at the bar for my colleagues and I. Whenever I go to a new bar, I have to peruse their specialty cocktails. As a part-time bartender myself, I enjoy experiencing new fusions of ingredients and gaining some inspiration along the way. I ended up trying Satan's Whiskers, a sweeter drink with Gin, orange juice, specialty bitters and perhaps another addition. The whiskers were three strips of fresh orange peel laid on the rim of the glass. I have yet to try the food at Crow, so that review will have to wait. If you're in the area of lower Queen Anne, check this place out, whether you're waiting for a show or wanting a change of pace and locale.

    (4)

  • Paula K.

    We had a great dinner. The yummy entrees could easily have been twice as pricey (in our DC market, at least!). Love the decor and menu--both are simple and made for an unintimidating meal. Was a little taken aback that our waiter called us "you guys" and felt he could've been a bit more attentive, but the hostess, bartender, and other staff made up for it in service.

    (4)

  • Jody N.

    DELICIOUS food...great wine...amazing service...swanky atmosphere! Really what more could a girl need!

    (5)

  • Thad W.

    The environment at Crow is open and well designed, with plenty of bar and chef counter space to enjoy your meal if you prefer not to be seated at a table. I really liked the energy and ambiance of this restaurant. We started with a bottle of 2005 Novelty Hill Semillon paired with grilled asparagus with prosciutto, parmesan and balsamic and a mediterranean platter with grilled pita, dipping sauces & feta cheese. These appetizers were the highlight of my meal, for I really enjoyed the fresh asparagus, while the med platter offered an incredible medley of tastes. Unfortunately, I think the Novelty Hill '05 semillon was on its way down, as it just no longer seemed like the fresh, young white wine it might have been years before. For the main course, I ordered the pan roasted chicken wrapped in prosciutto with green beans. Based on our server's recommendation, we chose a bottle of Belle Pente 2006 Yamhill-Carlton District Pinot Noir, which ended up being a wonderful wine to follow the struggling semillon. In fact, the Belle Pente pinot ended up trumping my overcooked chicken, which when combined with the flavorless, rubbery green beans, didn't make for a memorable dish. I should have sent it back, but with the wine so enjoyable, I let the whole matter slide. Overall, I would definitely return to Crow, for it offers a great environment, attentive service, and a diverse menu of food and wines to enjoy.

    (3)

  • Joe R.

    Cool, warehouse vibe. Rotating menu keeps it fresh. Try the scallops entree.

    (4)

  • Howard C.

    We've been here twice and the food is great. Sat at the chef's counter both times and enjoyed watching the food being prepared. I really like their short seasonal menu and the service is awesome. The food is creative (i.e. black cod on black sticky rice w/bok choy) and has always been well cooked and plated. We had their calamari, pork chop and black cod on the last visit. The pork chop was delicious. They must brine it to keep it so juicy! It wasn't over cooked, was a nice big cut, and had a smoky almost bacon-y flavor... it's a bit hard to explain, but suffice it to say that it was f'in delicious. The spaetzl (sp?) was also great, and I would be perfectly content just eating a whole plate of it. The black cod was also good, but then again, it's pretty hard to mess that up. My only gripe is that they tend to over season their food; I left both times extremely thirsty. All in all, a great setting, friendly and non-intrusive service, decent prices, and good food! Skip the kaiten spots and check it out when you are on lower Queen Anne.

    (4)

  • David W.

    Good atmosphere. I was expecting more from the house lasagna. It wasn't bad, but I did find it a little bland. I found the prices very reasonable. Good place, but not great, based simply on this one trip.

    (3)

  • Margaret H.

    Fun, unpretentious neighborhood and pre-theater spot: I had the Tomato Bread Salad followed by the Steamed Clams for dinner last night. Both were excellent. The bread salad was one of the best restaurant salads I've had in a long time - a great mix of arugula, tomatoes, warm soft bread and parmesan cheese. Clams were steamed with leeks and yummy bits of pancetta. Nice wine selection and a friendly waiter made this a very enjoyable experience. One word of caution - the atmosphere is fun and busy, but really noisy. If your Dad or Grandpa is constantly asking you to repeat things in the quiet of your home, he'll be miserable at Crow...

    (5)

  • Allen W.

    While visiting Seattle, we stopped by Crow for a casual Saturday night dinner. Reservations are recommended. We were promptly seated and found the staff to be friendly and accomodating. We started with a gravlax appetizer -- I ordered a striped bass special, served with roasted artichoke hearts and fennel. The bass dish was beautifully presented, however it came with an olive tapanade over the fish that dominated everything. Unfortunately, the fish and vegetables all tasted like olives. I ended up scraping off most of the sauce. I enjoyed the casual nature of the restaurant and never felt rushed at any time. I would try it again - the menu had other interesting choices, although it is a fairly small menu overall.

    (3)

  • MyBabyLove R.

    I like neighborhood restaurants that don't suck. Crow is no exception. I enjoy their hand-picked assortment of wines from around the world, the trite names of their trendy drinks, and the modest but solid menu. I had been here before over a year ago, but last night I stopped in for a refresher. I started with the fennel and arugala salad with goat cheese, and finished with their soup du jour, which was a thai coconut soup with lemongrass, and what looked like scallions, and fennel, with a single prawn. My buddy had the lasagne which he said was also very good. The prices are a bit steep, but I do like the atmosphere of dimmed light on dark cheap wood, with bordeaux style wine glasses at every table, accompanied by crisp white cloth napkins on a nice white tablecloth. Classy, warm, comfortable, not overstated.

    (4)

  • R M.

    Seriously wow. The boyfriend suggested Crow for our belated Valentine's dinner, and after checking out their reviews I was useless to resist. I have to be honest though- their menu doesn't read to be anything that original or exciting. I knew that it would be good, but I had no idea how good. My expectations were blown out of the water. We shared the mixed greens salad (my one and only gripe- the dressing was far too heavy on onions), and the cured meat plate, even though I'm not much of a meat eater. I think I may have enjoyed it more than my boyfriend. Oops. I have been craving gnocchi lately, so my dinner choice was an easy one. I was more or less expecting a simple dish with the standard chewy potato gnocchi served in a bit of sauce and a few veggies and sprinkles of cheese. I was so, so off. The gnocchi was fluffy and tender, with a very generous serving of shaved parmesan, greens, and perfectly cooked mushrooms. It was absolutely phenomenal. Our dessert, drinks, and service were all on par as well. The ambiance is lovely, and we will absolutely be back.

    (5)

  • Jonelle T.

    Crow's a bit noisy considering it's an old converted warehouse or something with high ceilings that just echo. I wouldn't recommend it for a date but if you're just hanging with friends or fam, it's perfect. A small menu but they do everything well. The proscuitto wrapped chicken is dream-worthy.

    (4)

  • Kevin S.

    Perhaps the restaurant was a bit over hyped and maybe I was expecting too much, but I really wasn't all that impressed with Crow. The food was tasty, but to me nothing really stood out as being outstanding or truly unique. Prices were fair - though its definitely not cheap. The wine selection was pretty nice - though I must admit it did seem to tilt a little more towards the mid and high end. That said, the thing that got me the most is that their menu is incredibly small with a total of six entrees. Which seemed really really low to me. Also for those who care there isn't a huge amount of parking in the area so for the parallel parking phobic it is something to consider.

    (3)

  • David H.

    The food was darn good. The bartender gal, Jill, not only provided service with a smile, she had a personality, and gave the perfect amount of attention, providing privacy when we needed it, and more beer when I was thirsty. Honey had the steamer with Chorizo and a potato cake side. She devoured both - the sausage was a bit spicy for her palate, so I gobbled up the leftovers. I had a $20 rib and mashers dish. The meat was super tender and fell off the bone, then melted in my mouth. Most of the flavor, however, was found in the gravy. What did not like - leaving the restaurant and smelling like I worked in the kitchen for an hour - ya know, when the stink just sticks to your sweatshirt? Improve the ventilation system, please. Oh, and a few more menu items would be appreciated.

    (4)

  • Jen G.

    Being pecked in the eye by a surly crow is one of my more irrational fears in life. In fact, I pretty much hate most birds, but crows seem to be the most arrogant of them all, the way they strut around the yard, squawking at all the smaller birds as if they are the bosses of the bird world. I mean, they hardly even move out of the way when cars come near. Damn, narcissistic birds. I know this has absolutely nothing to do with the following review, but I just felt I needed to get that out in the open. Because even the name alone is enough to make me think twice before going into a restaurant called Crow. I've seen the movie The Birds, and granted it was mainly about seagulls, but I prefer to keep my distance from modern-day dinosaurs, if I can. Fortunately for me, however, I was not attacked by a crow while eating at Crow. In fact, I was quite distracted by the fabulousness of the food to really notice all the iron crows ominously watching over the dining room. My husband Roth and I went early on a Friday evening without a reservation and snagged a table just under the wire. But our punishment, if you will, for not making a reservation was a time limit on the table. The hostess told us we'd need to be done by 7:15, and would that be enough time? It was just before 6, so we figured more than an hour would be plenty of time. Or else, what would happen, I wondered under my breath. Would we turn into pumpkins? Regardless of the time limit, we settled in for a round of drinks. I ordered the Murder of Crows, or Absolut Mandarin and Citron, Creme de Cassis and fresh lemon, while Roth tried the Belgian farmhouse ale (the actual name escapes me, and it's not listed on their online menu) -- both of which were $7 each. A little spendy for beer served in a red wine glass, but the other beers on the menu were under $5, so we figured the $7 beer must be something special. Roth thought it was really smooth, while my drink was mouth-puckering tart perfection. But the food? My god, the food was sublime. I started with the soup du jour, which was pureed potato and leek with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkling of fresh herbs on top. It took all of me to keep from licking the bowl, but then I remembered that I was in public. Roth started with the Bartlett pear and bibb lettuce salad, which was dressed in a light vinaigrette and garnished with crumbled stilton and walnuts. Also amazingly fresh and crisp. For our main courses, I ordered the prosciutto-wrapped breast of chicken (apparently, I have no problem eating birds) with green beans and wine reduction sauce, while Roth opted for the daily fish special, which was pan-seared halibut topped with Portobello duxelle on top of sauteed escarole and buerre blanc. I had heard good things about the chicken, and I was not disappointed in the least. I'm thinking that from now on, I will demand that all my food be served in a similar gift wrapping of crispy prosciutto. Yes, even donuts. If we were being picky for the sake of being picky, Roth's halibut special seemed a tad pricey for just six ounces of filet - $22? And served without any sort of starch, all of which were offered on the menu as a la carte items. But my chicken was worth every cent of its $15 price, with or without starch. And also, the food runner who brought the soup and salad did not bring me a soup spoon or offer me any fresh cracked pepper (though, he did offer Roth some for his salad, but flat-out ignored me). But again, just being nitpicky, because truly, the dinner was superb. We finished up just before getting the 7:15 boot, which meant forgoing dessert, but I was so satisfied with my food choices that I couldn't care less. Though, I'm thinking if we'd lingered for even a few more minutes, what with no other open tables for her 7 p.m. reservations, the hostess would've been the one to peck out my eye, as opposed to one of the ornamental crows hanging up around the place as decor.

    (5)

  • Desiree H.

    The people that work there are great. The food is just plain good. All of it. The drinks are fabulous! Happy Hour food could use a bit more variety but I am going to go back and try it again. The people that work there are what make it fabulous. I'm way too shy to sit at the Chef bar but may try it sometime!

    (5)

  • Chas D.

    Had a really great dinner at Crow on Saturday night. Four of us, one with an onion allergy, two vegetarians, and me -- well, I can eat and do eat anything as long as it's not still moving. The point I'm trying to get at is that everyone enjoyed their meal. Even though they have a very small menu (hooray for that!), everyone found something they wanted and enjoyed and they could accommodate the onion issue despite the ubiquitous-ness of onions these days (if the dish doesn't have it elsewhere, throw a handful of it on top). We went from there to the Rep -- a pleasant 15 minute walk -- and returned a couple of hours later for dessert. They remembered us and promptly seated us at a table (though ordinarily they wouldn't give up a table for dessert until later in the evening). The desserts were wonderful. The lemon custard/pudding (can't remember what they called it) was tangy and light and nuanced and . . . we'll be back for more!

    (5)

  • Raven A.

    Oooh! Love it! A friend and I have been twice, pre-ballet, and the food is fantastic (albeit generous portions leave me a little too stuffed for a night I'm going to watch teeny ladies prance around in leotards). Fantastic ingredients. Full, balanced flavors. An excellent combination of fancy and comfort food (roast chicken wrapped with prosciutto is way better than mom's bird, butternut squash risotto is creamy heaven). Interesting, strong drinks. The Scottish Meadows tastes like shampoo, and you may find a spare herb stuck in your teeth, but there are worse things in life. Cons: service is super slow. For drinks and two courses, plan two hours.

    (4)

  • Andrew E.

    Crow just does everything.... better. Nothing fancy, just really well prepared NW food at reasonable prices with a solid wine list at exceptionally palatable prices. Ordering chicken at a restaurant typically has all the excitement of dating an ex, but Crow's prosciutto wrapped chicken borders on pornographic barnyard bondage. So good, so wrong....

    (5)

  • Jessica N.

    PROS: The food was delicious and the portions are huge, so beware on how much buy in appetizers. CONS: No parking in lower Queen Anne.

    (4)

  • Terra D.

    Crow - hopping from the day it opened several years ago. They have a simple menu - choice of half dozen entrees - and everyone of them delicious. Nice wine list - moderately priced. My only complaint is that is can be hard to talk because it is so jamming. Even success has it's drawbacks.

    (4)

  • Dennis S.

    Best place to eat in lower Queen Anne, if not Seattle. The food is amazingly tasty--fresh ingredients, seasonal menu and presented very well. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The space is simple, but very nice. My wife and I come here for special occasions and have never been disappointed, rather always impressed.

    (5)

  • Glen B.

    Maybe because I had had my expectations so hyped that I was so very dissatisfied with this place. There are many reasons why this place does not live up to its great buzz. I will start with the pros and work into the cons - Pro: It looks GREAT. I love the sloppy paint work, wrought iron, sparse hip art on the walls, open kitchen with bar, et al. Pro: The Pork Rilliette was sublime, and very nice to see on a menu. Pro: It looked the the woman (I'm assuming Sous) really knew her stuff. Con: It didn't look like anyone else in the kitchen did. Con: Our server was monumentally pretentious, and I like pretension. Con: Their beer list was awful. Con: Their happy hour choices were very lacking for such a cool looking place Con: The food wasn't balanced - several main courses lacked either a starch or a veggie. Con: Every lasagna that went out of the kitchen was burnt. Con: My chicken was raw on the inside. Con: Many plates coming out of the same station, done my the same person, looked very different. Just way too much hype for a somewhat decent, but rather boring addition to Seattle. I have a real problem with restaurants that want to be like this - small plate, Neuvo-American, Local-sustainable-orgo - most don't know what they are doing, charge too much, and thing way, way too much of themselves and their several ounces of talent.

    (2)

  • RowerRob C.

    A tad pricey. But dammit, the food is EXCELLENT! Friendly staff. I stopped by this place with my realtor after making an offer at a Queen Anne condo. This was my first time here and I'll definitely be back again. Try the duck/beef stew...

    (5)

  • Rachel S.

    Definitely make a reservation, this place was packed, for good reason. Service was excellent, very attentive. Our water glasses were never empty and our waiter was friendly, helpful, and very attractive (never hurts). It's Restaurant week so they were all busting their butts but everyone still seemed very happy to help us. We started off with the fried green tomatoes, which had a heavenly tomato jam on top. Next was the chicken wrapped in prosciutto with green beans, we wanted to lick the sauce off the plate but it would have been unseemly. For dessert was a goat cheese cheesecake. I did not like the fig sauce it was served on top of, I think it had whiskey in it. But I just pushed the sauce away and feasted on the cheesecake, which was incredibly smooth, not too sweet, and made me want to moan. My friend had the green apple ice cream, which was surprisingly excellent. Green apple flavored anything is hard to pull off without seeming 'artificial' but they did a great job with it, it was served with a caramel sauce and crunchy nuts that really provided a fascinating taste experience.

    (5)

  • Anna M.

    Crow is known as the "Big Sister" of Betty. Real cute, and it's true. I work at Betty and had never eaten at Crow so one night after work, a fellow Betty worker and I trekked down the hill to Crow and were so happy with what we got. I don't even know the name of the first appetizer that was presented to us (it was BOMB) but I know it had ratatouille in it. Which excited me. Because I love the little chef rat version. But it really was amazing. Since them menu changes seasonally and frequently, I don't know if what we ordered will still be on the menu..but the chantrelle and wilted green pappardelle was delicious as was the heirloom tomato bread salad. The atmosphere is great, the service was even greater, and Crow is just plain amazing.

    (4)

  • barbara k.

    We hadn't been back to Crow since shortly after they opened, only because it was so noisy. But since most places seem to be some level of noisy now, we decided to stop in on a whim recently. At 8:30 on a Thursday it was busy, but not overwhelmingly loud. I've never stopped craving the chicken here, and was worried it wouldn't taste as good as I remembered. But it did! I savored every bite. My husband had the lasagna, very tasty and comforting. A side of potato pancake soaked up the yummy chicken juices (and gave me leftovers for breakfast). I love that the sides here are $3! Also had the gingerbread pudding for dessert - wow! Now I'll be craving that. Service was excellent, cocktails well made. I plan to come back here more regularly now, so that I can try something besides the chicken!

    (5)

  • Austin R.

    Great scene. Small, intimate setting great for a date or out with a couple of friends. Waiter was less than exciting, but was knowledgable and quick with our drinks and requests. Food was amazing, the prosciutto wrapped chicken breast was delicious, and couldnt have been prepared any better. The cheese and charcuterie plate as an appetizer was also very good. I will definitely come back and maybe next time sit in the bar, which was packed.

    (4)

  • candice s.

    What a great place! I was pleasantly surprised at just how much I liked this place. The food was fresh and well-prepared. The wine selection was extensive. Service was fast, friendly, and accommodating. I will definitely make it back here and bring friends!

    (4)

  • Jim I.

    NOT GOOD FOR KIDS????? Sure if they're unsophisticated dolts leave them at home, but if they have a clean pair of jeans and a button down shirt or skirt, and know that not all food in restaurants is eaten with your hands, dress them up and take them to Crow. The staff is always super accomodating, and we love to sit at the bar and talk with the cooks while they're working. Try the hummus/cheese/olive app...yum, and it feeds four easily as a primi...and the martini's are always perfect...double yum...

    (5)

  • Rebecca P.

    Came in on a Saturday evening for a pre-dinner drink. I ordered the Lavender 75, a take on a French 77. I loved it! The lavender bitters take the drink up a notch and make it worth the 11 buck price tag. The hubby ordered a house rose which was also very good and much more affordable at the happy hour price $5. I can't rate the food, but once you walk in to this place, it smells amazing! Other people at the bar ordered the house lasagna, and it was a huge portion. Enough to share if you want to save room for dessert.

    (3)

  • Larissa W.

    4.5 for this place! At first I thought I wasn't going to like this place as much because the hostess wasn't quite welcoming, but our server was pretty nice. Also the food is delicious and the portions were generous. We ordered the roasted beet salad, soup du jour (chowder), rustic baguette, minted fava bean and pea bruschetta (incredibly refreshing), fish of the day (halibut, and i loved the snap peas and puree that came with it), brown butter gnocchi (slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It went very well with the morel mushrooms), pan roasted chicken (the chicken was huge and was not dry at all! The proscuitto added a lot flavor to the chicken as well), and carrot cake (a scoop of ice cream would make it perfect). I think my favorite was probably the bruschetta. GIVE THIS PLACE A TRY :)

    (4)

  • Jennifer K.

    This review makes me sad. My husband and I have been coming here for years, especially when we used to live right up the road. On Friday we had our monthly date night (you have to schedule these things when you have a small child) and were excited to go to our favorite place. We made reservations for 8:30, and when we got there they weren't too busy so we asked if we could sit at the chef's bar. This is where we usually like to sit since the cooks are always friendly and a its fun to watch them make all of the tasty food Crow produces. Friday night, not so much. We sat down, and after about 10 minutes of no one even acknowledging us, my husband asked one of the cooks if we could order drinks. To which his response was "no, I can't help you with that", followed by him turning around and walking off. A little while later a very nice server came by and apologized and said that there was some confusion, but apparently she was going to be helping us. She took our order for a couple of drinks and an appetizer, but needless to say after that we didn't much feel like sitting at the counter and eating next to the guy who couldn't have cared less about acknowledging us and frankly acted like we were a pain to even have asked him a simple question. All he had to say was, I can't help you with that, but hold on I'll find someone who can. Especially since he didn't seem to be in the middle of anything which is why we asked him in the 1st place. Obviously if he was in the middle of something we wouldn't have even bothered him. After that we asked for the bill and left. They comped us our appetizer, which was nice, but still at that point we weren't much in the mood to stay. This makes me sad because we've always had such a great experience there and always had great food. Its been our go to place for when we have family visiting since the meals always impress everyone. Now I'm sad to say that I don't think I'll be going back anytime soon. 1 star for some tasty crab cakes, 1 star for the sweet server who tried to make the situation better, minus 3 for the guy behind the counter who seemed to think customer service was beyond him.

    (2)

  • Tara B.

    I really liked it. They have Hendricks Gin, which is always a plus. We shared a price fixe menu, and added a salad.This was more than enough food for the two of us(read: freaking stuffed). While the pork tenderloin wasn't what we were expecting(to be fair I don't know what we were expecting), it was really damn good, and so moist.

    (5)

  • Jeremy W.

    My new favorite. I tried this place based on a recommendation from a friend. I am so glad I did! It has an upscale feel without the pretentiousness. We sat at the food bar where you can watch the cooks, which not only gives you confidence in the preparation, but it is fun too. The menu is mostly modern American, but may have other influences. My girlfriend had a salad that she went on and on about.... something to do with grapefruit, but I was hardly listening as I buried my face in a prosciutto wrapped roasted chicken. It came with green beans that I actually had to protect from her. I ordered the malted chocolate torte for desert. Ok, my girlfriend was trying to "be good" and refused to try this. I have to say it was the softest, most delicate, most decadent chocolate desert ever. I mean it... ever.

    (5)

  • Wendy O.

    So, we had just arrived in Seattle, and I really wanted to have a great first meal. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed with Crow. The ambience was adorable, nice and dark, the booths were romantic and the lighting was a bit on the sexy side. The service was great. However, the food wasn't thrilling. Except for the pumpkin bisque- that was incredible. I had the chicken wrapped in prosciutto....don't know why I do this, but each time I order chicken at a restaurant I think "Why did I order the chicken?" It always comes out tasting like....chicken. My girlfriend got this special mushroom/noodle dish that I wasn't really a fan of either. Seems like a great place to go for a bottle of wine and some soup, but beyond that the decor is all that's gonna thrill you.

    (3)

  • Pearl O. W.

    FANTASTIC Meal here. Will be back soon. Ordered the salmon and have been dreaming about it ever since!

    (5)

  • Adam W.

    I had a long (ok, like 30 seconds) mental debate on whether to give Crow 3 or 4 stars but in the end I wanted 4 stars to really "mean" something. I went to Crow with my GF on a Sunday night for a romantic topper to Sunday Funday. Decor. Check. Friendly Greeting. Check. The menu was small but had some highlights. We started with the Salumi cured meats. They had pretty much the best olive oil I've had in the US to accompany it along with fairly good bread (should've brought out more bread to start). I ordered the Cassoulet, which turned out to be quite delicious, except that they brought me a lasagna first (the dangers of handwritten tickets!) so the wait was inordinately long after sending that back. I was glad I waited but I think this was the primary reason I couldn't put 4 stars on here. The had a wine special for ~$30 for a nice barbera and dessert was a bit off the beaten path mixing a caramel torte thingy with sour cream ice cream. It was delicious. Seriously. So overall a thumbs up for Crow. I could see going back here and having a 4-star experience but this one just didn't quite get there.

    (3)

  • Kristen E.

    This is a good joint. It's got a trendy feel - mood lighting and "clinky - clinky" atmosphere. The food is inconsistent - at it's best it's a hearty, yummy meal. It's one of those places where it's always tough to get a reservation, and doesn't deliver on the promise. For the dough I'd rather hit Portage on upper Queen Anne, Assaggio downtown, or Bizzarro in Wallingford.

    (3)

  • Meghann M.

    came in on a monday night for seattle restaurant week this week. ian was our server and he was super - just the right amount of attentive and friendly but not overly superficially so. can we talk about the vegetable cassoulet (surely spelled wrong)? delicious! the secret must be in the broth - it was just rich and delish. i didn't really know what a cassoulet was, but here it is basically just soup! full of northern white beans, carrots, parsnips (i think), kale (!), and a few other veggies i'm forgetting. really warms the soul....and belly. pre-cassoulet i noshed on the prawns (sans pancetta as pancetta isn't my thing, but for those who dig it i'd be willing to bet it was good, too) atop creamy grits. absolutely excellent all the way around. my dining companion ate the salad with beets, gorgonzola, pear and it looked really good (was wishing i had room for both salad and grit-goodness). dessert: the apple crisp with rosemary-something ice cream made me swoon. the pumpkin creme creation (think fancy cake roll) was alright, but i'm not one to offer clear opinions on pumpkin-desserts because i don't usually like them. beverages for the evening: a pinot (not sure which one, but it was light and good) and the bitburger n/a beer: pretty darn good. i will definitely be back and certainly recommend this place. oh, the interior is very minimalist-decor with bold colors and exposed beams, pipes, etc - that cool, urban-warehouse look. but the bathroom actually could be spruced up a bit - just a tad more effort in there would be nice.

    (4)

  • Aaron K.

    I made a reservation at Crow to follow my proposal just minutes before at Marshall Park. I let the hostess know what we were going to be celebrating and they went well out of their way to make our night special. We arrived to a window side, perfect table with white roses waiting for us. The service was impeccable and overall made our first meal together as an engaged couple absolutely perfect. We started with some great Champagne to celebrate and ended up with the Prosciutto wrapped chicken, as well as the lasagna for our meals. Everything came out perfect and will certainly be coming back here everytime we are in the area. Well done.

    (5)

  • Vera L.

    Crow was recommended to me by a good fellow foodie friend and conveniently was only a short 5 minute walk from our small basement apartment. Things we tried were: -house lasagna -seared king salmon (as it was the start of the season) House Lasagna PROS -huge quantity: great to share if you're a light eater -great flavors: sauce was not overly tomato-ish, definitely could tell it was housemade CONS -could use a bit more meat inside. I tend to prefer ground meat instead of sausage but this was a nice change. ------ Seared King Salmon PROS -also shareable, good quantity -awesome crispy salmon skin CONS -not a fan of soupy corn salsa. I was anticipating more vegetables than liquid puree. Had some good flavors though! This place is definitely worth a try, but I can't say that I was wow'd by the dishes. This is also coming from Calgary which had some FANTASTIC meals. Just unbelievably fantastic. You can check out those posts and pictures from the two restaurants there as well as pictures for this restaurant here: rammiegirl.wordpress.com… . Still worth trying if you're in the Queen Anne area of Seattle though!

    (3)

  • Justin W.

    Overall, I really enjoyed Crow, and I would definitely go back. I'll get to the star deductions momentarily. It was really warm in the restaurant, but that doesn't factor into my score. My wife and I dropped in without reservations and were given the choice to wait ~40 minutes or sit immediately at the bar. We opted for the bar, and it was a great choice. It was nice to be able to see the chefs preparing all of the meals. I saw the chefs cooking up a lot of delicious-looking salmon, which was the fish of the day. I ordered a few rounds of the rustic baguette to start because I was starving, and then I ordered the salmon and an old fashioned. Much to my dismay, our waitress came back after a few minutes and told me that there was no more salmon. Heartbroken, I opted for the prosciutto-wrapped chicken instead. As I waited and enjoyed my beverage, which was really good, I watched order after order after order of salmon get cooked and delivered to customers who ordered long after us. That was annoying to say the least. My meal ended up being great. The chicken was perfectly cooked and delicious. Portion sizes were large, so I didn't have enough room for dessert.

    (3)

  • Erik 8.

    If you're in the mood for perfection, this is the place. We keep coming back here because everything on the menu is delicious. The portions are just right. The atmosphere is cozy and a cool. The service is right on. The best way to get to really know this restaurant is by sitting at the chefs counter and watching all the magic they create. I highly recommend the Baked Chicken and their Lasagna. Wow!!! You'll be dreaming about those dishes, they're that good! Nothing but love for this restaurant, and would be placed in my top 10. Best to make a reservation.

    (5)

  • Kay N.

    I went here during seattle restaurant week and the food did not disappoint. For starters, I got the sauteed prawns and spanish chorizo over grits. OMG. you must order this dish. It was definitely comfort food at its finest. The cut up sausages that they added to the dish was a nice touch. It added a different taste to the dish and made it more flavorful. For entree, I ordered the slow cooked pork belly with kale and carrots. Overall, I liked this dish. The pork belly was delicious and not dry at all.They give you a pretty decent portion of pork belly that I couldn't even finish the whole dish. For desserts, I got the chocolate panna cotta. It was a nice light dessert to finish off the heavy meal. I liked the crushed chocolate(coffee?) bits on the side. It provided a different texture to every smooth panna cotta bite. Overall, I would return to this place for dinner. It is a great place to have dinner with friends and family or even a date. 1 star was marked off because we waited at the host desk longer than necessary with no one greeting us even though the bartender clearly saw us (we made eye contact). I had to double check if they were even open because of how awkwardly we were standing there.

    (4)

  • Kat T.

    It's been several years since I've come. I had a half written review and now, a poor memory. What I do remember was that it was Delicious! Had the Chicken wrapped in prosciutto and the drinks are quite tasty. Would definitely come back again. Nice date spot since it's a little darker at night.

    (4)

  • Sarah S.

    I love Crow (and Betty their sister restaurant). I don't make it here nearly often enough, but isn't that always the challenge with living in Seattle, too many good restaurants and new places to try. We went last night for SRW (Seattle Restaurant Week). My order: Marinated Cauliflower Salad( with fennel, sultanas, pine nuts, & manchego), it was amazing, great combination of flavors. Brown Butter Gnocchi (with mushrooms, squash, kale, & parmesan), this was heaven, the portion was so large I had lunch today which reminded me to write this review because it was still absolutely amazing. Prosecco and Pear Sorbet - the pear was delicious, the sorbet was ok. Boyfriend's order: Sautéed Prawns & Spanish Chorizo over creamy grits, which was fantastic (I had to try it), luckily it was rich, so I didn't eat as much as I wanted. House Lasagna with Italian sausage, this is the first disappointing item, but considering its on their main menu and HH menu, people must like it. It was missing something and the noodles were a little too soft (I had a rule that I only eat lasagna at Italian restaurants..Cuoco, I'm looking at you from my office window. Overall, I was once again pleased and the 20 for $20 Wine deal was a fantastic surprise. Service was fine, nothing impressive, nothing to complain about, I come here for the food.

    (4)

  • Rachel A.

    Randomly popped in to Crow because it was within walking distance of the hotel that I was staying in, and hooray for spontaneity because I ended up having a great meal. My mister and I ended up seated at the chef's counter area, so we had entertainment with our meal. It was like Food Network -- the LIVE Edition. Anyways, I tried the gnocchi and it was superb. Excellent texture and well balanced with the peas and asparagus. Why only four stars? Ugh, it was super hot inside. Granted, Seattle was in the midst of a heat wave, and yes, we were seated really close to the cooking action, but can a girl get a glass of cold water? Phew!

    (4)

  • Gregg B.

    Four of us walked a few blocks from our hotel as this place was recommended We were greeted by the lovely Cassandra whom escorted us to our table. As we walked through the dimly lit establishment with their long and well stocked bar on the right and their lively populated tables to the left we were finally seated. We were greeted by the lovely Courtney who was our server for the evening. The wine list is just ok. Not enough choices and what they had was passable but they could do a lot better The menu is small with not many choices but what we did have was all good Highly recommend the shrimp and grits appetizer and for the dinner chicken wrapped with prosciutto and the roasted halibut with tempanade. The desserts were just okay but because of the vibe, the location to where I stay and the service, I will be back to EAT CROW

    (4)

  • shami s.

    This place is a piece of paradise!!! So amazing we had the chicken and the pork belly omg how amazing from start to finish go there!

    (5)

  • Esther M.

    Fantastic farm to table food. Everything is prepared behind the bar and the food is all fresh. I had the green bean and grilled peach salad which was delicious. It was refreshing to have a salad that was not lettuce based. My friends had the homemade pasta and the steak which were all delicious.

    (5)

  • Kathy R.

    Ate dinner here on 7/2. The gnocchi was delicious. I mean, it's not what you traditionally expect from gnocchi. It's not soft or pillowy. It's a bit crispy, a word you don't usually associate with gnocchi. And yet, it was really delicious. I liked it very much. A tasty arugula and avocado salad preceded it. It's loud in here. And not just because of a noisy buzz from other diners, but because of some pretty loud, pretty awful music grinding and growling away nonstop. Unpleasant. Uncomfortable. And our server was kind of a low-talker who made little effort to be heard over the din. There's no lighting. Just reflected sun through the windows. Which makes it dark/bright. I'm not taking off points for the temperature. I would have given three stars if it was a comfy 74 degrees. I understand Seattle's been having an unprecedented heat wave and we were prepared to be good sports about it. But WOW it was hot in here. There were a/c ducts, but clearly no a/c. Were the ducts just for show? Part of that whole "exposed works" industrial look? Anyway. Hot. Drinks: a wonderful red Zinfandel blend from Lodi and a terrible bleah-tasting semi-warm vodka martini. So, in summary, it was dark, hot and noisy. I couldn't understand much of what the server said and she wasn't around much. The martini was terrible, the wine was good, the food was very good.

    (3)

  • Nick H.

    Where Did Our Waiter Go????????? Casoulet with sausage and duck-4 Stars The dish was warm and had a strong bean base. The duck and chicken were soft and flavorful. The sausage was chewy and flavorless. Overall, it was pretty good. The children's selection was basically noodles with marinara sauce. I am not sure what happened, but our server disappeared for a long period of our meal. My coke ran out as did all of our water at about half way through the meal. I saw him once talking to a lady but could not draw his attention. I almost called from my cell phone. Regardless, it sucks being thirsty throughout your meal. I am not sure what happened, but it totally sucked. Finally, our server returned after we were finished for some time. He asked if we wanted dessert. I looked at our empty glasses and asked if we could have some water. He took his sweet time bringing the water out. Totally sucked. Overall, giving the place the benefit of the doubt, but our server's service sucked.

    (3)

  • Cynthia L.

    Poor Crow. I always forget about you at the bottom of Queen Anne. Alone, cold, and maybe a little scared. But it was great breaking bread again with you, Crow, after not eating here since you opened (!) I came here last night with a large group; reservations made in advance. They held the entire far room for us, and it was absolutely perfect. Small, dark woods and tones, a really intimate place. We started off with a cheese plate (only 2 different kinds, but that was fine for us) served with flute crackers, pear compote, and sour cheeries; and a cured meat plate, with marcona almonds, olives, and I [believe] Mortadella. So let's talk salads, shall we? I had the grilled sardine salad on frisee and pistachio gremolata. (It's a crapshoot if a place is going to put 3 leaves of lettuce on a plate and charge you $12 for, citing that it's "artisan ingredients.") Well, you won't have that issue here! The salad was overflowing on my plate and was as tall as a fedora. Impressive and delicious. My husband had the pork belly with peavines and peas, and he loved it. A friend of mine ordered [pork belly] as well--for his first time--and I think when I explained that pork belly was like bacon, he thought he was going to *literally* get bacon. My bad. All around the table everybody ordered something different: lasagna with sausage (it had a crust going all around the sides AWESOME.) Halibut was popular but when I tasted it, I have to say it was not my favorite thing. It had a fruity note that I didn't dig. The Smashed Potato cake was okay (there was bacon in it, I found out :/) Another had the chicken and let me tell you that was some of the best chicken I've had out in a long time. It was thick, and perfectly-cooked and imbued with flavor throughout. A real winner. But guess who had the BEST dish of the night? ^_^ I had their Wild Nettle Gnocchi over asparagus, baby criminis, and parmesan. THE BEST GNOCCHI I'VE EVER HAD. It was so airy, but chewy. They were mini-marshmallow sized and just decadent. It was so rich, I didn't even finish it! Dessert was a lovely lemon tart and grasshopper pie. The lemon tart had preserved lemon slices on it and was an excellent way to tell myself I was done, and couldn't squeeze any more in. I'll try not to be a stranger again, Crow!

    (4)

  • Kelsey H.

    Terrible music! This is the only reason I had to give a 4 star. Great ambience BUT they were playing hard rock metal as if it were after dinner hour. Food was amazing, make sure to get the lasagna! Service is friendly. Very small beer list, def go the for wine. If you're on a budget, not a place to go...def a splurge.

    (4)

  • Alanna M.

    I wouldn't have known to come here if it wasn't for Restaurant Week. It was busy so we ended up sitting in the bar for dinner after happy hour since we didn't make reservations on a Thursday evening. Open ceiling & spacious room with exposed brick. I'd love to sit at the counter in the kitchen sometime while the chef & cooks prepare all of the dishes. Pretty decent happy hour selection. HH items are $5 (nuts, cheeses, meats) & their HH cocktail selection was quite nice. I had a drink made with St Germaine, which I have recently discovered and have become fond of. It 's fragrant in a florally kind of way. I would say it's similar to lychee. They have lasagna on HH for $10 which can easily be shared for two. When I think of lasagna I think heavy and too much cheese but their lasagna was surprisingly light and good! Shared a bottle of red wine with dinner, which the bartender recommended would go well with our pastas and it did. Also, had a wild boar pasta and cold cauliflower salad with manchego. I usually have manchego with other cheeses when having wine, but never on a dish. Nicely done. I think the best part of the evening in terms of food was the banana cream pie. Peanut butter graham cracker crust & crunchy banana chips on top. I wouldn't have thought banana chips on my cream pie would taste good, but it worked. It was awesome. Street parking. If you get there at the right time it's not that difficult to find parking. The restaurant is a few blocks north of the Seattle Center. Also, just to note... they open at 4:30 PM but their website & yelp shows 5 PM so we actually sat in the car for 20 minutes waiting! DOH!

    (4)

  • Ed E.

    My girlfriend is from Seattle so there are several places she insisted i try as this was my first trip. We arrived in Seattle late around 9:40 and we were able to get a table on very short notice. Which I am extremely thankful for as everything about crow made me appreciate this place more and more. We started with cheesy grits and prawns, this was my first time having grits and was very happy with this appetizer. Their wine selection was also extremely good. For dinner I had what just may have been the most perfectly prepared steak I have ever had topped with a horseradish butter on top and served with grilled asparagus needlessly to say one of the best meals I remember having. My girlfriend had a nettle pasta that also was amazing, she also loved the cheesy grits we started with further improving a very high opinion of this amazing establishment. Places like this can easily be very pretentious but not so with crow, we had such a great experience I would recommend them or Betty to anyone

    (5)

  • Irene M.

    Crow is a nicely made restaurant. It has an elegant environment. However, staff acts quite snobbish. They are not friendly and welcoming. Food is ok. I've definitely eaten better food for similar or even lower prices in Seattle. It is clear that they use quality ingredients but not better than what an average cook can create in their homes. Not very creative.. We've waited for more than 20 minutes for a main dish out of total 6ish dishes on their menu. I thought it was a little long. I don't think that I will try it again.

    (3)

  • Paul Q.

    Went here for Valentine's and it did not disappoint. I was hesitant to bring my date here because she really prefers Asian food, but I cannot think of any Asian restaurant that has the proper Valentine's dinner ambiance. We ordered the curry-flavored mussels for appetizer. The mussels were not overcooked and the curry flavor was not overpowering. I ended up eating more bread than I wanted because the the curry made a very flavorful dip for the bread; a lot better than the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I saw tons of raves about the prosciutto wrapped chicken, but I ended up ordering the fish of the day. My date ordered the braised lamb but she did not like it so we traded. She liked the mahi mahi. I got to taste it and the texture of the fish was perfect - flaky, tender and moist, absolutely delicious. The olive spread was too salty for me though. I actually enjoyed the braised lamb in posole. It was my first time to try this mexican/spanish inspired soup. I like it. Good amount of punch and flavor to add to the lamb. The lamb was so tender. You do not even need to use a knife- the meat just fell off the bone- literally used my fork only. The Fremont Ale was also rocked! Overall good dinner, a little bit on the pricey side though.

    (4)

  • T M.

    For years Crow has delivered for me. I eat at the bar (or kitchen bar) 95% of the time and enjoy the experience. Place is dark. Food is good. At times the specials can be the bomb (I'm talking to you Halibut or Pan Seared Scallops over a hazelnut hash). Overall a cool joint. Minor complaint. Depending on entree the portions can be a little on the light side so be aware if you are ordering and totally hungry as a MoFo.

    (4)

  • Meredith R.

    A co-worker recommended Crow to me as a place to bring my visiting parents for a Friday night dinner. Had checked out their menu ahead of time online, and though it's quite a small menu everything sounded great, and reviews were awesome! Crow definitely didn't disappoint! We started with the bruschetta, which was a little different but amazing with the Buratta! Personal highlights for me were the beet and goat cheese salad, my New York Strip steak (cooked to perfection!), and Oh My God the s'mores creme brûlée! Will definitely be back, and excited to see what's on the menu next time!

    (5)

  • Andy H.

    Food was average-plus at best, waitress Toya didn't really know what was going on or how to handle a group of 8, or what half of the drinks we ordered were. I asked what bourbon was in the $18 manhattan and never got an answer. If you are to eat here check out the lasagna but stay away from the scallops. Oysters are always good. Atmosphere was okay...not for groups. Loud and dark. Wine list was great.

    (3)

  • Rob S.

    The Cassoulet is a perfect cold rainy night dinner to warm the soul. Our waitress Courtney was great. She had spot on recommendations and just the perfect amount of engagement.

    (4)

  • Jeff F.

    I booked reservations here for parents on Valentine's Day, who were visiting from Los Angeles. They gave the food 4 stars, but my mom was not a fan of the dim lighting. Still, the portion of food was just right and my my parents were pleasantly surprised by the Hot Chocolate Soup. So inventive! Just the right dining experience for a romantic night!

    (3)

  • Kathleen M.

    We had dinner her on 11/29 at the recommendation of Katia, the Hampton Inn desk clerk. It was simply fantastic. I had the squash, pear and vanilla soup. That was one of the best things I have ever eaten. I also had the seared scallops on a bed of sauteed brussel sprouts, chestnuts and bacon with pureed celery root. The chestnuts were the roasting kind from the Christmas song, not the water kind from a can. My husband had the Parmesan pudding bruscetta that was very, very good and the traditional Cassoulet with house sausage, duck and pork with white beans. The cassoulet was delicious! We didn't order dessert , we didn't have room. But we saw some delectable items headed for other tables. We will be back!

    (5)

  • Y T.

    Came here for dinner with a friend tonight for the first time. This place has just the right balance of spacial openness and intimacy. The decor is industrial but warm--I could see this being a nice date spot and they have enough area to host bigger dinners as well. We started with the roasted beet & arugula salad and the fava & spring pea bruschetta which were both equally delicious. The bruschetta was a unique but tasty combination of flavors as it was topped with minced mint and crumbled goat cheese feta. These small plates left us pretty content and I remarked at the great service we received. Our server timed everything to a tee so that our entree came out immediately on cue after we finished the salad and bruschetta. For entree, I had the pork belly with peavines, pureed peas and radish. The dish was delicious however proved to be a bit too rich after a while. I would have preferred a sweet/tart sauce as opposed to the pea puree which seemed to add to the richness of the pork. I can usually handle the fat in a slab of pork belly, but the puree made it difficult to continue eating half way through because of its creaminess. Overall, a fabulous experience, but I wish the pork belly was everything that I had expected. :(

    (4)

  • Kiki M.

    Restaurant Week brought me to Crow. A friend made the plans and I complied not concerned about whether this place was any good. A three course meal for $28? I will be there with bells on. Crow is a dimly lit, wood logged, open space with a kitchen in full view. A great place to set the mood for a sultry evening, perfect for a duo or a group no bigger than four. Dinner started off with a drool worthy appetizer of polenta with pancetta and prawns. I wasn't sure what to expect. The other choices weren't appealing so when the plate was placed in front of me I just shrugged and dug in. I am glad I did not have high expectations because it allowed me to fully embrace this dish. The polenta was cooked just right, the prawns I could have rode home on they were so big, and the pancetta was cut thick and greasy. The grease practically covered everything and it was incredible. My main entree was the house lasagna, a lasagna that you can tell was home made and not made days ago and placed in a freezer to hang out. I was lucky enough to have a corner piece and was delighted to eat the slightly burned crispy sides. To top everything off was dessert, my favorite part of a meal, and I chose the chocolate cake. Chocolately with mousse and a thick layer of chocolate so dense I was in danger of flipping over the cake as I tried to get my fork through it. My appetizer was enjoyed so thoroughly I checked the regular menu to see if it was available all the time and it is! Crow was a pleasant dinning experience and I am glad I had no objections to the invitation.

    (4)

  • Corinna K.

    As both a broke beez and a fat kid I'm always super excited by the advent of Restaurant Week. I make a short list of all the places I want to go, let it marinate a while, consult with a crack team of other eaters, and this time Crow ended up at the top of the heap. The space is a lot bigger than I thought it would be - nice and open, love the kitchen view, dark and sleek and sexy. Designed for dates, I think, although it suited our random assortment of folks just fine. We got a nicely priced bottle of Sangiovese and lapped up the bread & oil while waiting for our first courses. My white salad appeared, a giant tumble of frisee and parmesan and anchovies. There was, perhaps, too much parmesan - but the little pickled fishies added just the right tang and I managed to clean the plate. And then the braised lamb over polenta lumbered onto the scene. Let me be very clear: Crow does not stint on portions during Restaurant Week. I'm not entirely sure how lambs can be grown to the size of cows, but the shank was massive. Unfortunately, the size made more of an impression than the flavor. The polenta and sauce were very blandly one note, and the lamb had some weirdly fatty bits. The whole thing could have used some brightness and lightness and some sort of textural addition - I'd much rather have a small portion of stellar food than a large portion of merely good food. I know it's weird to ask that braised lamb over polenta be brighter and lighter, since that's a heavy meal proposition to begin with, but this fell through my stomach with a thud like a brick. Nonetheless, the leftovers were boxed up and made a rather more fancy work lunch the next day than usual. I opted for the brown sugar bourbon cheesecake with bacon brittle and vanilla poached pear for my final. The cheesecake didn't particularly taste like much - certainly not brown sugar or bourbon - and the bacon in the brittle was imperceptible. I'm not a supertaster, but I have a decently discerning tongue, and if I can't find bacon where bacon should be there is an issue. The cheesecake was texturally lovely but on the whole rather forgettable. The pear, though, was weirdly delicious. Very strange. So Crow. Definitely decent, probably better with more wine. Lovely restaurant, lovely service, wah-wah food. Not a place I would go out of my way for, and probably not a place I'd go without some sort of Restaurant Week-style deal.

    (3)

  • Amy M.

    Went to Seattle recently and friends took me to Crow. It was sooo good. The food was incredible and I found the service really good too. Not sure what people expect from staff at a restaurant but we were treated really well. It was a nice looking restaurant with a great menu. I had the braised pork and it was perfect... done very nicely and had a delicious sauce. The wine recommendations worked out perfect for us. I totally recommend this place if you want to have a nice dinner out with a small group of friends.

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    came here on a whim for our last dinner in seattle. it was a bonus that it was walking distance from our hotel so we thought why not? boy am i glad we came. they weren't incredibly busy when we came in, but then again it was a sunday and also halloween. the hostess was super friendly which immediately gave me a good feeling about this place. we were promptly seated and greeted again by our server, seth. he was incredibly friendly and got us in a good mood for a nice dinner. i have to say the food was amazing. i ordered the lasagna and i thought it was absolutely fantastic (and i have high standards for lasagna). you could tell they use very fresh ingredients just by the taste of it. the hubby got the seared scallops and he loved them. we got the apple crisp for dessert which was definitely a winner. i wasn't crazy about the rosemary ice cream though. i would have much rather preferred plain vanilla. all in all it was such a pleasant experience and i would definitely come back here again. in fact, i wish we had this restaurant in CA so i could go to it more easily.

    (5)

  • marian y.

    Took my husband there for his birthday based on the reviews here. The food was very good! However, the waitstaff especially our waiter was less than medicore. Little attention given to refilling drinks, taking our order, cleaning the table prior to bring our desert. The waitstaff seemed to be more focused on each other than their customers. When a staffer did come to the table they were very indifferent to us. Part of my dining criteria is to be around involved people for that reason I would not return. I was told when I made the reservation that it is best to arrive after 7:30pm because of the Opera crown. Maybe they were all burnt out by the earlier rush, still no excuse for poor service.

    (3)

  • Pieter A.

    I had a good time here a few weeks back for my birthday dinner with friends... it didn't disappoint from everything I had read... but didn't seem like a place I would go back to anytime soon... the atmosphere was the best part and service was good... decent wine list from what the wine drinkers said... i must say my kettle one martinis were quite delicious! ;) ill give the food and overall 3 stars.

    (3)

  • Meredith B.

    I had heard good things about Crow. I too for some reason thought it might be a little sceney. But it's not. Sophisticated but laid back. The staff was really nice and helpful. I would like to try sitting on the line next time to watch the cooking. And the limited menu was great. I don't really mind having only a few choices when everything is done well. Both the lasagna and chicken were really good. Maybe not earth shattering. But sometimes it is nice to have food that is flavored and cooked well without trying to get too fancy. I don't really need wild boar and pork jowl (seems to be the cutting edge food trend these days) to make me feel like I'm getting something special.

    (4)

  • John N.

    I feel like I'm a four star junkie. Maybe I'm too nice but I feel Crow really was that good. My first time there mind-you and sitting at the counter in front of the line always elevates a dinning experience for me. Having been in the industry, I get a better sense and appreciation for the food and its timing coming off the line. Crow's line were very subdued, relaxed, patient and attentive. An all female line crew the night we were in. Answered questions all the while with a fully packed house (on a Tuesday). Very competent. The food was excellent. Mussels with tarragon cream and the salumi plate for starters. Mussels were fantastice and the jus was great. Just wished we had been given more bread for dipping. The meat salumi plate was pretty good but fairly standard. I did love the addition of mortadella (the worlds best balogna). For entrees we had the Flank steak with asian veg and the pan roasted prosciutto wrapped chicken breast. Sometimes you can judge a place by how they prepare their chicken. Usually an overlooked dish by patrons and therefore the staff. Very tender and moist (perfectly cooked) french cut (half wing bone still on) chicken breast wrapped in crispy prosciutto. Served with a chicken jus on a bed of haricots vert (green beans essentially) A crisped (skin-on) chicken thighs is served with this as well. Seasoned well. Asked the cook if they pre-salt the chicken (a great trick to moist and deliciously roasted birds) but they don't. The night before, they prep the chicken by wrapping the breast with the prosciutto. That's it. I'm not sure enough salt transfers from the ham but you never know. Haven't tried to do it yet but I'll update here if it works for me. Wine list was just extensive enough with a fair amount of fairly priced wines. Decent selection by the glass. Didn't spend anytime looking at the beer selection but they have a full bar as well. Going to go back. Recommended.

    (4)

  • Kevin S.

    The food here was not the absolute best I have ever had. But I applaud a place for sticking with a small menu and getting things right. This is not avant garde cuisine. It is quite simple delicious food. My real reason for writing this is to applaud the absolutely wonderful server we had. She was attentive, knowledgeable and very friendly. She gave straight answers with a smile, chatted when we chatted and knew when to walk by and do nothing. Very excellent. A++ service on my visit.

    (4)

  • Joe R.

    This place is great. Always consistent, great wine, awesome service. Thanks to the peeps of Crow for a great dinner last night (and everytime I've ever gone in!) Definitely be back soon.

    (5)

  • Art M.

    We ate at Crow for a friend's birthday party several weeks back. They had eaten here before and said the food was good. When you walk in, the decor is dark. A few lights are scattered throughout the dining room. You feel a little like you're in some dungeon or medival dining hall. I suppose the darker decor is to fit in with the theme of the restaurant. We started with the appetizers. We ordered the Mediterranean Sampler, the Salmon Carpaccio, and the Crab Cakes. The appetizers were good, but the crab cakes did not hold their form. The amount of pita bread with the Mediterranean sampler was small and we had to ask for more. For dinner I ordered the Summer Succotash and it was okay, but not outstanding. Others in our party ordered dishes such as the pulled BBQ pork, the Seafood of the day, and the Sausage Lasagna. Members of our party raved about the pulled pork and lasagna. Dessert was probably what put a bad taste in our mouth. We purchased a Mixed fruit tart from outside and brought it into the restaurant. They were kind of enough to store it in their refrigerator for us until we finished dinner. Once we were ready for dessert, they brought some plates and forks out, they put candles on the tart and brought it out. We sang happy birthday and then our waiter, Ian, offered to cut the cake for us. Ian collected our plates and then about 5 minutes later our dessert was brought back in plates. As Ian was setting the plates down, he mentioned that they will be charging us $3 for each cut of cake! He mentioned that this was a standard practice and was necessary since they wouldn't be making any money on dessert! (Never mind we dumped over $400 dollars there for 10 people for appetizers, drinks and the main course). They pompously told us that the person in our party who handed the tart to the staff to put in the refrigerator was informed of this policy. The person denied being told this. Many in our party were a little upset, but we didn't raise a fuss. Ian our waiter sensed our displeasure and came out and told us to talk with the manager if we had issue with the dessert plating fee. He could have apologized instead that the policy wasn't explained to us before he cut our tart. At least give us a choice to pay for the plating fee, or move on to a place where they're more outside dessert friendly. When we got our bill, we swallowed the plating fee for the fruit tart (which ended up being more than the cost of the tart itself!), but were surprised to find that they had also charged us for extra pita bread and for every refill of soda! Ian collected our signatures and didn't bother thanking us on our way out. Overall, the food here is 4/5. We were disappointed with the customer service and the way they handled the plating fee as well as smaller items like soda refills and pita bread. Many of us left feeling like our experience would have been better had we not brought in our own dessert for our friends birthday. For customer service from Ian, 2/5. The 18% automatic gratuity for our party of 10 was understandable, but the plating fee annoucned after the tart was cut and served was disappointing. To Ian, thanks for your service, but you we felt like you acted very much like a used car salesman that night.

    (3)

  • Carly L.

    These days, my fine dining experiences have come slim to none, so I jump at the chance to have one, and this time it was for my roomies bday, compliments of her parents. Crow is down the road from what was Veil, and my loyalty lied to Veil, but since Veil is no longer, I decided it was OK to eat there. I am glad I did. The wine list was impressive and the "special" wine list had Guelbenzu Vierlas, which I enjoy so much I have bought a case of it. (OK, I shared the case, but you get the point). We had a bottle at the table, and it cost 31 dollars, which mark up wise is NOT bad. Roomie and her mom ordered a cocktail which took an extremely long time, and it looked as though the bartender was backed up. We started with a platter of spreads, cheese, pita, which was delicious. I then ordered the infamous prosciutto wrapped chicken, which lived up to its hype! Roomie got lamb, which we swapped plates halfway through the meal, and hers was good too. I got an apple sorbet for dessert and I left very stuffed. The place was very packed, and it looks like they have a good thing going. I will be back when I get to have another great dining experience.

    (4)

  • Kalindi T.

    Crow kills that lasagna! It is indeed the best ever (though sadly it has delicious sausage within). Their antipasto plate k's A! the place is very cool, kinda goth, but stylishly so. Their salads are to die for and they've got a full bar and a great wine menu! It gets packed so arrive early or plan to wait around for a while.

    (5)

  • John H.

    Didn't quite get it. The interior is pretty open, and was really crowded and loud just on a Wednesday night. Cool wine list, but the food ended up being so so and with a sizable wait. Nice spot to eat in the neighborhood, but I didn't see any reason to go out of your way.

    (3)

  • Jason K.

    One word: stimulating. Crow has, in my opinion, the most balanced dining experience in Seattle. Great food, great atmosphere and great drinks. Are there places that are better on any of those three - sure. But I don't think any place scores as high on all three. Do they have kinks sometimes in services - yes but deal with it - enjoy the food (particularly the chicken - only place I'll order chicken), sit back and have a drink (ask for the Crow Ice Tea).

    (5)

  • Natalie R.

    i give this place 5 stars, because i don't only give 5 stars to places that are outrageously priced and stuck up. I've been here 3-4 times and have always had a GREAT experience. I love the atmosphere/decor. Lively, but still dim and lounge feeling. The food and wine have always been good. Try the Manchengo in grape leaves - good stuff. I'm sure they've had an off night or two like any other restaurant - but overall I think most find it to be a good dining experience for the price.

    (5)

  • Kimberley D.

    I wish there was a 3.5 option 'cause that's what I'd give. The drinks were good (raspberry cosmopolitan = recommended, murder of crows = pretty good). Next was antipasti - manchego cheese that was quite tasty, grilled/marinated red peppers, eggplant, olives, green beans. Also tasty and recommended. I found the entrees not terribly exciting, though. They definitely weren't *bad* but for $23 I want an entree that I'm going to call everyone I know and rave about. The presentation was quite appealing and artistic. One was a pan-seared halibut in tomato-y sauce, the other brussel sprouts, cabbage, wild rice pilaf, mushrooms & walnuts. The dessert, however, was worth notifying others about... chocolate-brandy cake with brandy-vanilla ice cream. The cake was more like a brownie.. all crumbly in your mouth and melty and deeeeelicious. I'd eat dinner somewhere else next time but come here for dessert.

    (3)

  • Kathleen W.

    oh my sweet heavenly corn bisque and prosciutto wrapped chicken!

    (5)

  • Su Kyeong K.

    My Morocon lamb shank was awsome. Heirloom tomato and bread salad was good and scallop dish was also very good. However it wasn't mind blowing. I always have to compare with places in SF. It is a bit high for what they offer but for a nice dinner out in Seattle, it was good. One thing, food was quite salty.

    (3)

  • megan d.

    i've never once had a bad experience here the food is a sure crowd pleasure and heck, with cured meat from salumi on the menu it even pleases me. and even when im not hungery the cocktails are killer....but to be HONEST i don't see why this place is that popular...killer cocktails arent hard to find and the lasagna is amazing but IS IT REALLY WORTH THE WAIT? i can't give 3 stars because it is worth a 4 but jeez a 2 hour wait? come on now?

    (4)

  • Petja W.

    Great place! We were up visiting Seattle for the weekend and looked up local restaurants near the Chihuly exhibit. Within walking distance and the great reviews on Yelp, we decided to try it out. Amazing! Great wine selection and food selection. The pan roasted chicken was moist and flavorful. The ribs were better than most BBQ restaurants. The halibut special was delectable and moist. The service was great as were the desserts. The next time we come up, we will be stopping by again!

    (5)

  • Lauren W.

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place. I sat at the chefs table and thoroughly enjoyed watching the food be prepared. I had the pan roasted chicken which was phenomenal. I enjoyed the quaint atmosphere and the welcoming staff.

    (5)

  • Jen B.

    The minute i walked in, the staff was totally accommodating, and genuine- Our waitress was absolutely fabulous. We ordered the pan roasted chicken and the pork ragout with spaghetti, paired with the tempernillo wine, and for dessert the lemon cream with brown sugar shortbread and a glass of sherry. I would have to say that the ambiance and service will bring me back again. Not that the food wasn't delicious (because it WAS) but I enjoy being made to feel at home, so I'll be back. Great place for a date night or dinner with friends.

    (4)

  • Ann m.

    Great food & wine. Very fun atmosphere. Chicken is perfection! Little noisy. Service was great. Wish they had a set fish on the menu. All & all great spot for dinner or drinks. Very yummy!! Highly recommend.

    (4)

  • Gerald K.

    A+ service! Great place to go to for special occasions! Highly recommend this place! The lasagna was fantastic and the oysters were phenomenal. This place has a great ambience and feel to it.

    (5)

  • Jack T.

    Pancetta wrapped chicken! I was lucky to have stumbled upon this place on a business trip. Even luckier was the fact I got the last pancetta wrapped chicken! Usually when one thinks chicken you envision a bland piece of meat whose only flavor comes from the quality of the herbs or sauces around it. Chicken is my last resort when purusing a menu, but this came highly recommended by the waitress (great service btw). The flavor comiing from the meat itself was unbelievable. I've never heard of "juicy" chicken. The batter and sauces around it enhance the flavor rather define it. If you're in town, head to Crow! It's a little out of the way from the Lake Union area but well worth it.

    (5)

  • Scott A.

    Fresh food and great service. Their Scallops were devine

    (4)

  • Pamela C.

    Nice neighborhood restaurant. I had the brown butter gnocchi and it was nice. Good portion and fresh. The service was lackluster at best.

    (4)

  • Lauren B.

    I used to work at a natural pet food store and we sold a line of cat kibble called "finicky cat," for so-called "discerning felines." As ridiculous as pandering to your crazy cat may seem, I sympathize with those kitties -- yearning to eat only the best. Voila Crow! This meal was so damn good. The lasagna was so tender it seemed to melt in my mouth, and I hungered after the perfectly-dressed salad and delightful meat plate long after they were gone. My cocktail (something herbal and spicy, can't recall the name) was one of the best I've had, and craft cocktails form the base of my food pyramid. Can't wait to return!

    (5)

  • Mercedes S.

    Sooo pretentious. My boyfriend and I came in to share a plate and grab some cocktails and we felt really uncomfortable the entire time. The service was not great, definitely a good degree of snobbery there. We shared a Mediterranean plate and I've honestly had better store-bought hummus. The only reason I give 2 stars rather than 1 is because they had Fernet, which is sadly uncommon.

    (2)

  • Megha T.

    Loved their Happy hour and the dark cozy ambiance. A small and simple menu. I am yet to taste their food, but will visit soon for that.

    (4)

  • Lon K.

    I took my friend to Crow in honor of one of those "significant" birthdays, the ones that end in 5 or 0... I requested a quiet corner table, and we were given one in the main room somewhat close to a corner, but not quite. The noise was deafening. The restaurant has two large rooms separated by a divider. I requested a move to the less populated quieter side, and they obliged. Given the noise, the tables for two are too large. I leaned forward straining to hear my friend over the din, but the dimensions of the table prevented me from getting close enough to hear her. The service was attentive, but you could tell they were stressed out. There was an underlying edginess behind our server's demeanor. Likely this was because so many diners were trying to get to the ballet on time. The food was fair to good. Heirloom tomato, parmesan, bread salads were fine. My friends lasagne was excellent, incredibly light and flavorful. My steak was tender and tasty. Portion sizes were generous. Wine pairings and my lemon drop martini were also fine. I'd give Crow another chance on a quieter, more off night. In my view, the noise/ambiance issues rule it out at high volume times.

    (3)

  • Ed G.

    A neighborhood find that's worth a special trip. Great place to eat before a show at Seattle Center. Checked out Crow for the first time during Restaurant Week. Even at full price this place is worth revisiting time and again but the $30 for 3 course Restaurant Week deal is outstanding. There was no skimping on options or portions. They even pair it with a wine list of great wines for $20/bottle or less. Such a deal! The sautéed prawns & chorizo starter was amazing, with a delicious red sauce and creamy polenta. The lasagna was delightful and HUGE. You could easily share it between two. We also had pan-roasted chicken which was perfection if you're looking for something lighter than pasta. Dessert included key lime pie and sorbet with raspberries and rhubarb, both excellent. We'll be back soon!

    (5)

  • Isy E.

    Someone said wah-wah food and that is exactly right. We came here for dinner one night. Here is a lesson I have learnt the hard way recently: don't order scallops in a restaurant, ever. This restaurant has a nice, dark ambience which I always like. But, I can't remember the food that I ate here. I definitely remember mutual outrage upon discovery that there were only 3 scallops on my friend's plate, but... there was nothing memorable about our food. Wine selection was pretty good, however. If I lived in Queen Anne, maybe I'd be back here for a drink, but I wouldn't come out of my way to eat here again. Our server was nice but aloof, which actually doesn't bother me very much, but might put some off. He was great with the wine suggestion. I liked the bathroom. :)

    (3)

  • Inness P.

    I love Crow and everyone else should, too. My partner's family was in town and it was hard to find things that they all wanted to do or eat. I wanted them to meet MY family, and I needed to find a place with delicious food that would take a large reservation at the last minute. Of course I called Crow! Everyone was totally delighted with their dinners (most of them ordered the chicken at my suggestion, because the chicken is RAD). I had the polenta and I didn't even miss the amazing chicken because it was sooo gooood. And then I had the little sorbets for dessert and they were so lovely and unique. I can't really say many coherent things about Crow because it just blows my mind. Perfect place for a date, too.

    (5)

  • Melody P.

    A guy I dated in 2010 recommended this place. After going to a couple places he recommended, I really think he is quite a foodie! Crow is no exception. This is the 2nd stop of my 2012 Spring Seattle Restaurant Week. I came here with my sister and a couple good friends of mine. We certainly had a blast hanging out and dining here. Location: Crow is in Lower Queen Ann, just a few blocks north from Seattle Center. I was planning to take Bus # 16, but I got lazy. Therefore, I drove over with my sister. Parking at the time was not too bad. We got lucky and were able to find a spot just across street from Crow. You know, parking is happy mood for me wherever I go! Decor: It's dark. It feels like where crows would hang out :-P But, because of the dark and dimmed light, it makes me feel very relaxing. The kitchen is an open in the back of the restaurant. There are some seats around the kitchen where customers can dine. The bar is over the right when you walk you. We were seated on the left side of the restaurant facing the kitchen. It was a quite experience. Food: Between my sister and I, we shared appetizers: pork pate and sardine salad, entrees: duck and chicken, and desserts: ice and lemon cake. I am not a big fan of pork, but the pate here was really good. The touch of mustard with seeds and pistachio was great with the pate. I love the salad, especially big chucks of grilled sardine. Duck (lentil and sausage were both really flavorful) and chicken (loved the green beans) were both well toasted outside and very tender inside. As far as the dessert went, I really enjoyed my lemon cake. The candied lemon is definitely my favorite. Service: We thought the service was just ok! The lady who took our order took my sister plate away without asking. And, I was still working on finishing up! We had to make sure she didn't grab our plate away after that. Otherwise, water was filled up quickly. And, food was delivered right. I've been to quite few Seattle Restaurant Week participating restaurants. Crow by far has the most/biggest portion I've had. I really appreciated that! I really like it. I will definitely go back again in near future.

    (4)

  • Diane S.

    I have been meaning to go to the Crow for awhile now, since I walk by it all the time. I am glad I finally went. Its a little rice, but nice atmosphere and great service and rich food. The setting is very nice and great for a nicer dinner. I had the gnocchi with nettles which I highly recommend. Really rich in flavor with the right amount of cheese and mushrooms. Very tasty and cooked very well. A dish I would def get again. And for desert I go the crème brule smores. Not really a crème brule, more like a chocolate desert but still really good. Perfect to split between 2 people. Its really rich and yummy, but I personally would not put in in a crème brule category, more like a chocolate moose. The service was great, I do want to give a shout out to our waitress (can't remember her name) she was very sweet and attentive. But what was more impressive is I left my jacket at the restaurant and she ran about 2 blocks to give it to me after I left. Really nice that she would be so thoughtful. Thank you!

    (4)

  • Paul R.

    This one is simple. Disappointed There were 8 of and we ordered just about everything off their shirt simple menu. I actually prefer restaurants with short menus. I believe that they do a few things but they do them really well. 1. Salmon carpaccio app very nice 4* 2. Avocado cilantro gazpacho soup bland too creamy in a bad way like there was a ton of whipping cream.in the soup 1* 3. Arugula salad this dish was nice and refreshing not too much dressing 4* 4. House salad greens only solid dish nothing to get excited about 3* 5. The pork and cheese sausages bland bland 2* One of the members in the group is German and he was rally excited about this plate initially. The grits were Ok but not enough, oh and there were some red things on the plate too don't remember exactly what but not good pushed to the side1* 6. Lamb chops tough. Lamb chops should not be tough. I really don't even remember the sides on this plate. 2* 7. Filet mignon I only had a bite out of this dish but the sauce seemed too sweet (no review) The salads and the pork sausage dish are rather large so if you have to go (like we did) then take other reviewers advice and do it family style. I/we were so disappointed because we heard really good things and we really wanted to like the place. Generally speaking we think Seattle has a great restaurant scene this isn't one of them. Service earned one of the two stars. Our server was good and we left an additional tip over the 18% the house imposes on large groups.

    (2)

  • Cat Y.

    We went to Crow on Valentine's day to enjoy some good food and fun atmosphere. I like that you're not on top of the diner next to you and have the space to hear your conversation with your dinner companion. We shared the bruschetta and cauliflower soup special. Some of the best soup I've had in quite some time. Rich and light at the same time. For main entrees, my husband had the cassoulet and I had the lasagna. Both were quite rich and filling. I really enjoyed that the lasagna wasn't weighed down by ricotta. Instead the chef used bechamel in between each super thin layer of pasta. The service was efficient and was a good balance of available and giving us space. You know what I'm talking about. I would definitely go back to Crow. Great food, good ambiance and reasonable prices. Next time, I think we might try sitting up at the bar to see the kitchen work.

    (4)

  • Mike P.

    Went to Crow to kickoff our NYE celebration -- Perfect Choice! Started with Potato Leek Soup and my friends shared the Kale Salad, both were amazing and my friend wants the salad recipe! For entrees: Seared Scallops (NYE special), Prosciutto wrapped chicken and I had the Cassoulet (so incredible and homy!) All dishes were great and we enjoyed sitting at the Chef's counter to watch the action. The service was very attentive and friendly and the wine list is Very reasonably priced with many choices, local and worldwide . Thanks Crow-- we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Leanna H.

    My boyfriend and I walked to the restaurant from our hotel room. It was during dinner and it was nicely filled. Not too busy that we waited and not a ghost town. We sat right at the counter so we could watch the chefs cook our meal! That alone was a great treat! It's fun to see the different foods and it really made the selection easier. This was during restaurant week so we did a special deal that had of a three course meal. My meal was a prawn over grits appetizer, a lasagne dinner and an indulgent chocolate cake dessert. My boyfriend got the special red pepper soup appetizer, a pasta dish that begins with a T (don't ask me to butcher the spelling), and a mint ice cream over brownie dessert. Each dish was fantastic! We watched as every last step was taken right in front of us! The soup and prawns were seasoned and cooked perfectly! I'm not a grits person at all. Like, ever. But these were good. The lasagne was a little messy of course but delicious and perfectly portioned. My boyfriends pasta was to die for! We both took bites off each other's plates! The desserts were simple but well done too. The desserts are made in the back kitchen so we couldn't watch that but you can tell they were freshly made. Overall a great meal! We will definitely return!

    (4)

  • Foluke C.

    This place is amazing.The food is beyond fantastic and the service is great. My absolute favorite place to eat when I visit Seattle.

    (5)

  • Sarah K.

    Purely spectacular! Last night was my first time and I was not disappointed! I didn't expect much before going, just assumed it was the run of the mill american restaurant. Nope. Dark, romantic lighting, the waitress sat us right away at the chef's bar, Bad Boy/hip-hop music playing in the background (P Diddy, Mase, GANGSTARR, Aaliyah etc), early 2000 music that brought me back and def set a fun mood, ordered two manhattans and au pear, joked around with some of the cooks, our waitress was hilarious, we also ordered the house made tagliatelle and pan roasted chicken. DE-LISH!! It was a great start to our night and we left with happy tummies. I would highly recommend this place for a first date or dinner out with friends.

    (4)

  • Mary W.

    Had dinner last night there for the first time, and must say, I was disappointed. Our party of 4 had varying experiences, although it seemed to take an unusually long time for all of our meals to come out, especially since the restaurant looked to be about half full. One person had the pork tenderloin which was very pink all the way through. Another person had green beans that were not tender crispy, but crunchy as in under-cooked. The prosciutto-wrapped chicken was perfect, however. I had the hangar steak which I ordered medium-rare. It was blood-red throughout. I would have said something to the server if we'd ever seen her again, but after putting down the salt and pepper we asked for, she was MIA. So my $23 hangar steak was really a meal of a somewhat wilted salad (served on the same plate as the hot items) and the roasted potatoes, because the meat was much too rare/raw for me to eat. There are too many really good places to eat in Seattle to consider going back here.

    (2)

  • Sarah Elizabeth P.

    Great food, good service, nice atmosphere. We had the tuscan kale salad which was delicious, reminded me of a creamy caesar salad, but with kale. The pan roasted chicken was amazing; cooked perfectly, delicious sauce and vegetables. We had the tuna special, which was good, but not amazing and was overcooked. The couple we went with also ordered the tuna and it was not their favorite, but they raved about the cassoulet. The service was great for 90% of our meal, but she disappeared at the end and we sat with empty plates for 20 minutes before she returned -- I think she was pretty busy, and honestly, we were still chatting and not in a hurry to leave, I just felt bad taking up a table on a Friday night. Withholding a star for the overcooked fish and service. Hoping to return soon and try the cassoulet.

    (4)

  • Jennifer F.

    Great food. We told them we were heading to McCaw Hall and they made sure we got out on time. We'd definitely go back again.

    (4)

  • Sarah C.

    I love this place. Fantastic craft cocktails with the best Manhattan that I've ever had. The food is delicious and way better than most places that have similar prices. The prosciutto wrapped chicken never disappoints, but last night when I was there I tried the cassoulet and it was fantastic (I'm eating the leftovers right now). The butter lettuce salad with goat cheese is also very good & plenty for two people to share. They are very accommodating to gluten free diners, so it's great for a group where some folks are gluten free and some are not.

    (5)

  • Kyle P.

    Parents live up the street and have been to the bar next door about 10 times when visiting and always say I am going to the crow for dinner but then we do something where we have to drive to try this or that. I thought the crow was the best meal I had in Seattle the whole week we were there. Sat at the chef's table thing which I love to do and had a fantastic roast chicken. Salad was great and everyone else loved what they had. Great wine list as well. Wish the cooks were more personable and connected I mean that is the whole point but still a very good meal and a must.

    (5)

  • Jessica K.

    One of my new favorite restaurants! Many friends and coworkers have raved about this place, so I'm glad I was finally able to go. My friend and shared the cheese plate, which was excellent. I got the chicken wrapped in prosciutto with brussel sprouts. While I eat a lot of chicken, this was so tender, juicy, and delicious. My friend got the pork, which was just as wonderful. The atmosphere is great and I loved the vibe of the place. I can't wait to take my parents here when they visit in a few months! Definitely recommend.

    (5)

  • Kaitlen K.

    I always order the pancetta-wrapped chicken when I come here. It's so good that I never want to try anything else! This place has a nice atmosphere and a good wine list.

    (4)

  • Arti N.

    I considered this 3.5 stars so I debated whether to go with 3 or 4? In the end, I went 3 only b/c I felt like the food was not as tasty as other times I have come in the past. This was my third stop here for dinner in the past ~8 or so years. The first two times, once in 2006/2007 and again last year, I was impressed with the quality and tastiness of the dishes. This time, it was just ~meh~. Came with hubby and a friend this past Saturday night for dinner and their menu staple-- the chicken main (friend's) seemed too salty, as opposed to in the past. My strip steak was a bit too tough. Hubby's fish special (Copper River Salmon) was perfect! Desserts (smores creme brulee and choco truffle cake) seemed excessively sweet and rich. The grilled bruschetta starter was excellent. I don't know if it was my tastebuds or the restaurant having an off night, but i left ... disappointed somehow. Maybe its the restaurant renaissance Seattle is having these days with the bar continuously lifted, but Crow just seems OK.

    (3)

  • Laura C.

    So I'm updating my review to add another star to Crow. It pains me that they have the same amount of stars as other ridiculously vile restaurants in town! Every time I've come into Crow I experience the following: 1. The place is buzzing with lively conversation. Seems silly but that is my favorite environment for dining out! 2. The food...stick to your ribs comfort in every bite. The lasagna, the chicken and whatever the seasonal options are...incredible. 3. The staff are so friendly. They make thoughtful suggestions are really accommodating and I'll just say what all the patrons are thinking, this group is cool. I'll be back again and again.

    (5)

  • Ann L.

    Good food, but not amazeballs. I had the market fish, which was a trout, and the rest of my group ordered the pan-roasted chicken. My fish came out BLACK, to the point where my friend next to me asked if the waitress had brought out a steak for me by accident. It tasted good, but was a little too blackened for my liking. The rest of the group liked their chicken, but no "this is best meal I've ever had!" type talk. Shared the carrot cake for dessert - really good (but what carrot cake isn't?). For appetizers, we got the dips and the cheese plate. I don't recommend the cheese plate - kinda small. Dips were good though! Service was a bit slow .. At one point we had an empty bottle of wine and four empty wine glasses at the table and the server was MIA for a long time.

    (4)

  • Chris C.

    Stopped in for a early dinner on a Friday night and the restaurant was empty! We sat at the high tops overlooking the cooling station! Had the baked lasagna and the chicken. The chicken was by far more tasty than the lasagna! We also had the desert, the grasshopper mint Oreo pie/ice cream and it was amazing! I would highly recommend Crow; great cooks however the wait staff may need some improvement! Cheers!

    (4)

  • Skyla G.

    The service was great. Our server was consistent, around when we needed him, communicative. Every other staff member that we had an interaction with was friendly. No complaints here! The potato leek soup was fantastic. Sizeable portion, and great flavor, also no complaints. Unfortunately, our main dishes were lacking. The lasagna didn't have much flavor, sauce, or sausage. It was a letdown for $16. The chicken was tender and juicy, but it was really just *fine* and again, not worth the $18. We'd consider paying up to $12 a plate here, but more than that is a stretch. Likely will not be going back.

    (3)

  • Talia E.

    I came here for Restaurant Week recently and was FLOORED by the food party in my mouth. I would have given it a solid 5 stars except the service was average (not amazing, not poor, just average) and also we were given a table by the window and it was a little too chilly -- I kept my coat on the entire time. But the food experience itself was about 6 stars so I would have rated this a 9/10 if possible. I started off with the sauteed prawns and pancetta appetizer ($12 usually) which was served over creamy grits. I literally was tempted to lick my plate after I had consumed every last morsel. There was a good portion of prawns, and they were well seasoned and perfectly cooked. The 'salty' pancetta bits perfectly complemented the clean/creamy grits. My mouth is watering just thinking about it again. I was almost ready to call it a night after the exceptional appetizer but I ordered the pan roasted chicken entree ($18 usually). The chicken was wrapped in prosciutto (yum) and served with green beans in a clean, flavorful sauce. I also ordered a side of potatoes ($3) to round out the dish. My only critique to the entree was that I thought the sauce could have been a little thicker (it was closer to a broth consistency rather than a cream sauce I suppose) and everything ON the plate therefore sat IN the sauce. I finished off the meal with apple pie a la mode ($8 usually?) and that was just as good as everything else. Good amount of apples in it, not too goopy, paired with your classic vanilla ice cream. My dinner date had the potato leek soup ($8) which was average (but not too leek-y), the lamb shank over polenta (delicious) and the bourbon cheesecake (which had bacon bits on it!). Overall, the dinner was a great experience, nice ambiance (perfect for a nice evening out / romantic date, etc.). Would definitely go back again!

    (4)

  • Joy Z.

    I just went to this place since I got a coupon. Good food absolutely. But I didn't experience good service honestly. The waiter was slow, and we never got water refilled. Sad story :(

    (4)

  • Clay K.

    Holy cow, you will never get any better for your money! The food at Crow is incredible, the space is inspired, and the prices are unbeatable. Go here and grab one of their outstanding $20 bottles of wine before they blow up and raise the prices!

    (5)

  • Katharine J.

    I've only had drinks here, but the service has always been slow. The bartenders seem unhappy. Happy hour is worth it though.

    (3)

  • Mel H.

    This restaurant has always been a favorite of ours. The service is always on point, the food is always delicious and they make some pretty darn tasty cocktails. We held a large private function here and everything ran very smoothly. We will absolutely be back!

    (5)

  • Chris L.

    It was ok. Small menu and potions. Price is reasonable for usual restaurants. Took awhile for our cheese plate to come to the table. But no screaming babies and a nice quiet setting for a date.

    (3)

  • John O.

    Took a big party of 8 here a few months ago. It was kind of loud at the time. But everyone liked their entree. And the service was good to great. Very good choice for sure.

    (4)

  • Danielle C.

    I came here with a large group of friends for dinner. The first thing I noticed was how incredibly dark the restaurant is. I am up for dimly lit restaurants but I felt like they could have installed slightly brighter lights - it felt like it had nightclub lighting! Anyway. The dinner menu is pretty limiting in terms of main dishes. Their chicken dish was pan-seared chicken wrapped in prosciutto and had brussels sprouts on the side. The prosciutto definitely added extra flavor that is usually missing from restaurant chicken dishes. I recommend this dish for sure. Oh we also got the Mediterranean sampler plate. The plate had hummus, feta cheese sauce (?) and caponata. This was my first time having caponata and I really liked it. The sauce is slightly sweet and had raisins or grapes, and chunks of eggplant and nuts. I thought the hummus was so so and could definitely find better ones at Greek establishments. The Korean grilled short ribs is not bad considering it isn't a Korean establishment. A good number of us got the cassoulet - the bowl had sausage, duck, pork, and a ridiculous amount of beans. I felt like the bowl was half beans (which I really don't like that much). I thought the sauce was okay and plentiful, but it was a bit salty. I think the prices here are kind of high given the food quality - the quantity is not an issue though since the servings are pretty big. So while certain dishes were tasty, overall I don't think I would go out of my way to come back here. Dishes were averaging $16-$18 or so. Our bill for 7 people came out to over $300.

    (3)

  • Diane M.

    Great concept, quality ingredients, excellent service, decent food. The atmosphere is inviting - warm and open. Here's the rundown on the food: The beet and arugula salad is very fresh and the portion is huge. Definitely one to share as a first course. Herbed falafel was well seasoned but a bit dry. The accompanying sauce and vegetables were delish. Tenderlion with parsnip potato puree was tasty, but the meat a bit tough. The wine reduction sauce was rich and delicately seasoned - wonderful. Caramel cake for dessert to share. This was a disappointment. I expected something a bit "gooey-er". The cake was not very sweet, and had a shortcake flavor, but a very light texture. That would be fine if the caramel and cream on top were more plentiful. The service was very friendly and the wine list had some interesting selections and good values.

    (3)

  • Elizabeth M.

    SALTY! All of our dishes were too, too, salty. Couldn't even finish my dinner it was so over-seasoned. Will not be back.

    (1)

  • Stewart o.

    My girlfriend and I enjoy Crow and its sister restaurant up on QA called Betty. We probably like the ambiance of Betty more; Crow is a bit dark for us. The lasagna at Crow is excellent, as is the pan roasted chicken dish. My GF ordered the tenderloin, and it came out undercooked for her based on the order of medium. The waiter cheerfully took it back, and brought her a new piece that was more cooked and met her desires. He bought a drink for us to compensate for the disruption to the flow of our dinner together. Our rule going forward is that we will go to Crow again, but probably stay away from the red meat dishes.

    (4)

  • Michael R.

    I wanted it to be 5 stars but it's definitely not from my experience. I sat at the chef's bar since I was dining solo. My waiter was a zero personality wise but I don't know if it was his fault, maybe he's just boring. I ordered the pinot which was pretty good and thought it would go well with the ribeye that I ordered. I specifically ordered it "Rare, very rare." and watched the gent cook it thinking the whole time "You're burning it, you're cooking it for too long, etc." while I sipped my pinot. Guess what! I was right and it came out slightly rare to medium rare on one side and medium rare to medium on the other... I was hungry and didn't bother sending it back. The mushrooms, onions and peas that came with it were all quite good but I couldn't understand why he poured the sauce over my ribeye and had it floating in sauce. A ribeye is supposed to be one of the most flavorful steaks and I don't think it needed a swim to accomplish this. I wavered between 3 and 4 stars but it's definitely better than A-OK and it is close to me being a fan so I rolled with the 4 stars. I would definitely come back but next time I'll be sending my overcooked steak back or ordering something else. Also, clean the table mounted can opener, it looks disgusting on the customer's side at the end of the bar!

    (4)

  • Greyson S.

    They have some gluten free options (moreso if you have a broad palate) and the service was very nice. It wasn't too loud, so we could actually hear each other (Yay!) and the food was tasty.

    (4)

  • Pat ..

    Expensive for a small portion of fish that lacked flavour. You can't have it both ways: if you charge 28$ for fish, it better be great! As others have mentioned, our server was aloof and barely around. We were given the bill immediately after finishing our meal, without asking or being offered dessert - strange in and of itself, but even more so given we were planning on having dessert and the restaurant was not that busy. I'm unlikely to go back soon given the options we have in Seattle.

    (3)

  • Sterling H.

    5/3/2014 Met my daughter there for her 32nd birthday. And about 32 of her friends. The food was really good, I had pan roasted chicken and some of my daughters fish of the day fish that she ordered. The staff did a really good job of keeping up with orders and taking drinks. Will be back again

    (4)

  • Demonica M.

    Discovered this restaurant when we needed a place to eat prior to Die Walkure at the Seattle Opera/McCaw Hall. It's a bit of a walk from the parking structure at McCaw, but worth it. Not sure why we've never been here before but this will be part of our regular rotation for Seattle Opera nights. Most of the other diners seemed to be Die Walkure/The Ring attendees, so we knew we were in the right place for a timely dinner. As much as I appreciated the quick service that enabled us to make curtain call, I regret not being able to relax and enjoy the light gothic feel of the place. I had the pasta with mixed mushrooms - chanterelles were so good! Sauce was light, portion size was perfect. Kept me full but not overstuffed for the show. I'll make up for it on the next visit, since show times are later than The Ring's times.

    (4)

  • Justin S.

    Food and drinks were fantastic. I love the atmosphere and the service was quite good. I highly recommend the pan roasted chicken.

    (5)

  • Jean Y.

    * Haiku (vodka, cherry puree, lemon, sage) - $10. Tasty! * Baked semolina gnocchi topped with roasted red peppers and served over succotash - $18. This gnocchi was a single flat round cake that reminded me of polenta rather than little knots of potato-based dough. The server warned me about the form factor when I made my choice, which I really appreciated. The gnocchi was fine, but the succotash, a delicious mix of beans, asparagus, mushrooms, and leafy greens, was what carried this dish. Looking around the table, the entree portions were larger than I expected for the price. I ate here an extremely early dinner here at 4:30pm, as soon as the restaurant opened. Service was attentive and prompt, but there were no other parties dining here so I can't speak to the experience during normal dining hours.

    (4)

  • Rebecca C.

    Crow serves dressed-up comfort food. We had a bottle of Southard Syrah that was totally delicious. Paired with marinated cauliflower salad, vegetarian cassoulet and lasagna, our meal was yummy and filling. Servie was very attentive and friendly. With its unpretentious atmosphere, large portion sizes and home-style presentation, Crow felt like classic Seattle dining to us, a fun change from the very different dining culture in our home town of Vancouver. I'm a fan.

    (4)

  • Rosie -.

    On date night we decided to try out new places to eat and per the positive reviews coupled by 4/5 star ratings, decided to go with the Crow. A seemingly perfect day; perfect parking spot in front of the restaurant, great weather, beautiful ambiance and then here comes the salad. A bit gritty and vegetative, I continued to pick the salad when a dirt ball rolled out from one of the pretty green leaves onto my plate. My husband and I stared at it for awhile not believing what we just saw and trying to process whether it's dirt or... We told the server who apologized and comped the salad but it couldn't save our diminished dining experience. We debated for a bit whether we should just leave but decided to try out the steak which came out great. But still, organic local vegetable or not per server's explanation; I prefer my food to be washed before consuming it. Thanks.

    (1)

  • Charlie L.

    My friend Kathleen loves this place, but I think it's just ok. The food is freshly prepared, but just doesn't taste good. Plus the atmosphere is dark and dingy, and the name conjures up some very negative palette connotations - who wants to eat crow? Won't be going back, thank you very much.

    (3)

  • Lee O.

    I love the philosophy of this place. Quality, local ingredients prepared simply and executed wonderfully. Rustic finesse at its finest. Go on a Sunday to take advantage of their 20 wines for $20 special. While gimmicky by definition, it gives you and yours an excuse to cheaply split a couple bottles. Cheers.

    (5)

  • Lexie H.

    A family friend recommended that I try Crow, so we made reservations to go before the Eagles concert. To my surprise, it was delicious and I can't wait to go back! I loved the atmosphere and the service was great. I had the pan roasted chicken with green beans and it was amazing! I've already decided that's where I want to go for my Birthday. Oh and if you get dessert, the trio sorbet is quite yummy too!

    (4)

  • James F.

    REALLY GOOD! great location if you're seeing something at McCaw Hall. Started with the cauliflower fennel salad which was super fresh and light. I had the wild boar ragout, which was delicious and not overly heavily like other times ive eaten wild boar. I was here St. Patricks' day weekend, and they had a special desert: A shot of Jameson chased with a chocolate brownie with GUINESS ice cream and whisky caramel. I think i just about died i was so happy.

    (4)

  • Joyce J.

    I came here during restaurant week. Crow was one of the two restaurants that I had visited twice during my 11-week project in Seattle back in 2006 (It's one of those foodie thing not to repeat restaurants while on the road unless there is a good reason to). I remember having the seared scallops and the rack of lamb on its menu. I was keen on returning to see how the place has changed. Interior-wise, everything remains as I remembered. Although the menu was very different than I had remembered, so much so that I wonder if there was a chef/ownership change. Gone were the big protein items (no more rack of lamb) and there were more pasta dishes. I had the fried green tomato for appetizer. Incidentally, I've always considered fried green tomato as a southern dish (brings back memories from when I did a project in Columbus, GA) so it was interesting to find this dish in a Seattle restaurant. The dish was very nicely executed. For entree, I had the prosciutto-wrapped chicken with spring beans. Once again, nicely executed but lacking the surprise elements. For dessert I had the chocolate mousse cake, which was pretty decent. Overall, I thought it was ok value for the price. Although I have to say for the same price level, there are other Seattle restaurants that may give you more to write home about.

    (3)

  • Peter v.

    Great food, ambience and service. Crow is always an excellent choice for an elegant night out in lqa.

    (5)

  • Joshua B.

    Embarrassingly both my wife and I swore we'd been to Crow before, years ago, but when we went inside realized we were mistaken. I think we were scared off by the initial popularity and long waits and then just never got around to coming back here. We were both eating some crow (bwahaha - I keed). On to the review - For starters my wife had the beet salad with blue cheese crumbles and walnuts - which she loved (beets aren't my thing, for some reason). I had the proscuitto di parma with fig & walnut relish & manchego cheese, which was an excellent pairing. The 20 for $20 deal they have Sun - Tuesday (20 bottles of wine for only $20) was a fantastic deal. We're giant winos, so we ordered a 2009 Perrin Cote du Rhone and polished it off greedily during our meal. For the main course my wife had a seared tuna served on saffron risotto w/aspargus, that from my little sample was delicious (and perfectly cooked). I had the rib eye served on spinach w/bacon and roasted fingerling potatoes. The rib eye had a garlic butter on top and was _way_ larger than I expected. In no way could I finish it off. Because I had to save room for dessert. We had a chocolate "sundae" which was a couple scoops of chocolate ice cream with nuts and caramel sauce. Perfect ending to a great meal. The space is really nice - plenty of seating, including a lot of seating around a long bar. The metal work with the crows and long hanging curtains breaks up the volume of the space nicely. Parking wasn't hard for us, but it was the weekend - this area of lower queen anne (couple blocks from the Gates Foundation HQ) is totally residential, so your mileage may vary. The location makes it a great option for dinner and/or drinks before or after a play or show at any of the theaters (Intiman, Seattle Rep, McCaw Hall, etc). Sorry for not coming here earlier Crow, we'll definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Rob S.

    The reviews proved to be dead on for Crow. The mixed green salad, though simple, was excellent. The chicken wrapped in prosciutto was cooked to perfection. I sat at the "kitchen bar" and watched the two cooks work in incredible harmony. They barely spoke, but we're spot on with timing. Service was fine- very friendly people. Great atmosphere. I'll look forward to eating here again.

    (5)

  • Katya L.

    If you've read my other reviews, you know I don't give out five stars easily. A business either has to be an old favorite standby, or really impress me. Yet, when thinking about the review I'd write for Crow, I couldn't think of any reasons not to give this place a solid five. My restaurant week crawl continued with dinner at Crow on a Tuesday night. The place was fairly busy, but I was still able to easily adjust my reservations a couple of times due to dining partner's changes of plans. Annoying, but they accommodated me easily and quickly. We were sat immediately and, throughout the night, didn't have to wait for a single thing. Our server was extremely sweet and friendly, ready with a quick and sincere smile, and our food came out perfectly timed and our water glasses always stayed full. Standout service! We didn't order drinks (I'm saving pennies and my friend doesn't drink) and we didn't feel pressured to. They do have a 20 for $20 deal going on during the week - something to keep in mind for future outings. We both started out with the smoked salmon carpaccio - smoked salmon thinly sliced and drizzled with creme fraiche, sprinkled with chopped onions, capers and ground hardboiled egg. The flavors worked together perfectly, and the texture was delightfully smooth and creamy. It was definitely heavy on the onion/garlic but I love those flavors - be careful if you're on a date, though! For the main course, my friend had the lasagne, and he said that he hadn't had a better lasagne anywhere. I chose the duck quarter, which was served over lentils cooked with crispy pork belly and a little sauteed greens. It. was. delicious. The duck was extremely tender and supremely seasoned, pulling apart so easily, wrapped in crispy skin coated in herbs. The lentils and pork belly... well, let me just say that you can't go wrong with pork belly. We wrapped up the meal with rhubarb cobbler for him and a lemongrass creme brulee for me. The cobbler came in a little porcelain boat with a ball of ice cream on top - cute presentation! The creme brulee might have been my only complaint - I thought the lemongrass flavor could have been stronger, as it was very light, but I can see how some people might be turned off by that. It was still tasty, served with two thin, chewy gingersnaps and fresh raspberries. The food, the service, the ambiance - that perfect balance between intimate and casual - everything came together so well at Crow. I definitely want to go back and take advantage of the wine steal!

    (5)

  • Lola R.

    I really enjoy Crow. Fresh ingredients & some seasonal options. The chicken, lasagna and the salads are all delicious. The dishes tend to be fairly simply prepared to enhance the ingredients used. It can get busy so expect a wait if you stop in on a weekend night. They also have some lovely wine options and service is always great but on occasion could be slightly more attentive.

    (4)

  • Dawn G.

    Solid menu but a bit too spendy for the dishes received Their 20 for 20 special is a good deal, and the wine was delish. No complaints about atmosphere or service, just meh... Just too many amazing places to eat in Seattle and this just wasn't one for us.

    (3)

  • Nancy D.

    Love this place. Keep coming back whenever I come to Seattle. This week I happened upon Seattle restaurant week!! Yay me!! Now get down here and discover what makes Crow so special.

    (5)

  • Ashley A.

    I'm one of those people who once I find a dish I love, I am loyal to it until the end. Unless there is a really cool special that day, then I might cheat on said dish. But mostly I'm pretty loyal. That is how I feel about the prosciutto wrapped chicken at Crow. Every time I have it I just start thinking about the next time I want to go back and order it again. Another thing I love about Crow is they change the menu based on what's in season and they make all of their desserts in house! This is worth mentioning once you have one of them. I would describe the decor as 'your neighborhood restaurants' older more sophisticated restaurant sister. With clothes you always steal, I mean borrow'. The brick walls and high ceilings give it a trendy feel without trying too hard. It's the type of place you can come to for a casual date or drinks with friends. Plus they participate in Seattle Restaurant week as well as running cool specials like $20 for 20 in which Sun thru Thurs you can get a bottle of wine for $20 (that's on the list of course). Do yourself a favor and give Crow a try!

    (5)

  • Caitlin W.

    Second time here for dinner - I liked it better the first time. The good: good service, friendly staff, good well priced wine list, dessert (a sticky toffee pudding) was scrumptious The ok: entrees really didn't blow my socks off - I had a seafood bouillabaisse and the hubs had a duck and sausage cassoulet. I thought his was better. Nothing bad about the place - but I will probably check out some new places next time I'm in town.

    (4)

  • Laura L.

    This is a very solid restaurant, and has quality and quantity going for it. The drinks are great, and the wine special was worth going for, and reasonably priced. I think the most surprising thing was that not only was this a place with a small, curated, seasonal menu, but the portions (oh god, am I going to talk about portions?!) were generous. Let's just say that this place had the Pacific Northwest fancy restaurant ambiance, with good-sized (not terribly large, but not fancy-small) portions of (for winter) comforting, seasonal food. This was a great date-night, and what I loved the most was after we had drinks, salads, bottle of wine, dinner and desert, we were left with a check that wasn't crazy. It's a bit out of my way to come here often, but definitely worth going to if you have plans in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Kristin C.

    I am really tempted to give this place 3 stars, but the chicken really is that good. We showed up right when they opened on a Sunday evening for a late lunch/early dinner. My boyfriend came here for Restaurant Week and loved it(and I got jealous because I really wanted to come here for restaurant week too), so we stopped in here while his sister was here for a "fancy meal". First off, the main reason I was leaning more towards 3 stars is the service. We were literally the only people in here for the first 20 minutes, and apparently Happy Hour is only served at the bar, but they wouldn't let us order anything off the Happy Hour menu. Which, considering we were literally the only customers, is kinda sad. We didn't want to sit at the bar. The least they could have done was moved us to a table *closer* to the bar. I ordered a glass of Malbec, and I must say, I was extremely disappointed. I have had much better Malbecs and I felt the quality of the wine, especially for $9 a glass, was really poor. I am not trying to say I am any sort of wine connoisseur, but I have drank enough cheap wine in my life to know that this was cheap wine. My boyfriend ordered the hanger steak, while his sister and I ordered the chicken. The hanger steak was ok, but it was mostly a plate of arugula, and a few pieces of steak. The steak was ok, but it was a bit cold, the flavoring was good, but I think for $24, he should have gotten a few more pieces, some more potatoes, and a little less arugula. The chicken though, was fantastic. Very flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It was a nice, big piece, and so juicy. Chicken is usually an after thought, and an item for picky eaters at restaurants, but here, you can see they put a lot of pride and effort into the chicken. It was really quite delicious. The green beans that it came with were a bit undercooked for my liking, but that may be a personal preference(although my boyfriend and his sister agreed). My boyfriend was very sad that he did not order the chicken, and was watching me like a sad puppy waiting for me to give him the rest of mine(which he knew I would). We finished off the meal by sharing the chocolate peanut butter mousse cake that they had at restaurant week, and it was really quite delicious. I have heard really good things about their Duck. The menu is small, and rotating. I was really interested in trying the pork belly, but it was served with peas and a pea puree, which is disgusting. But in the end, I am really, really glad I ordered the chicken. If they participate in restaurant week again next year, I am really interested in coming here again.

    (4)

  • Mairead R.

    Three of us came here for Restaurant Week. They sat us immediately in a nice cozy booth. The place was buzzing with mellow conversation and the servers were very calm and welcoming. Our waiter, Seth, was on hand in seconds and he remained present, though not hovering, throughout the night. The sauteed prawns and pancetta appetizer got things rolling quickly. The ratio of grits to water and cheese ratio was perfect, resulting in a creamy, toothsome bed for the jumbo prawns. The meat was beautifully textured, with a consistent give and gorgeous coloring. But the coursely chopped, cured pork belly brought the dish together. This pancetta wasn't a flimsy topping, it was liberally sprinkled across the plate and gave the dish soul. The vegetarian cassoulet of winter vegetables was good, but the lasagna and short ribs ultimately won out. The lasagna was served up with an italian sausage sauce and the short rib rested on a bed of mashed potatoes. Both classic comfort dishes were simple and refined. For dessert, I liked the pumpkin roulade with pumpkin seed brittle the best. Two curls of pumpkin cake wrapped around a salted vanilla bean cream and garnished with glassy pumpkin seed brittle. It put the chocolate-almond souffle cake (which neither tasted like almond or was the texture of souffle) to shame. While there were a few misses, Crow delivered exceptionally well for a $25 Restaurant Week dinner. I'll be back for chicken, apple crisp, and more grits with prawns!

    (4)

  • J K.

    Fancy, dark, semi-pricey, semi-uppity place to get drinks and/or food. They make the best spaghetti evar: perfectly cooked noodles, yummy sauce, big tender chunks of wild boar (what?), and big squares of Parmesan.

    (4)

  • Peter S.

    I had a great experience here on Saturday night. We were with a large group of approximately 20 people. Service was good, food was good, and the ambiance was nice. I was impressed that they were able to bring the entrees to all of us within a few minutes of each other. I ordered the Lasagna and a side order of the Green Beans. Both were good. The Lasagna is a generous portion and a great value for $16.

    (4)

  • Daniel R.

    Love the menu, atmosphere, and the staff. My favorite restaurant in all of Seattle. The chicken is phenomenal. The wild boar ragu is amazing. I have yet to be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Jason M.

    The ribeye steak was really great, and I enjoyed the wide selection of 20 for $20 wines. Solid service.

    (4)

  • Payal V.

    Awesome food! My husband and I went here on a Saturday night. The vibe was hip and casual. We started with the trio dips plate. The herbed ricotta was awesome! We then split the arugula and fennel salad. Again, a great salad and a really good size for sharing. I'm a meat eater, but the gnocchi was calling out to me on this night. It did not disappoint. The waitress told me it was a French style gnocchi. It was seared on the outside, while the inside remained soft. I loved the texture of it. We'll be back for sure!

    (5)

  • Paul C.

    I've been to Crow twice now and I can't give them more than three stars solely due to the fact that their service is so awful when sitting at either bar and the hostess has no clue how to do her job. My friend and I came in for dinner this evening around 7:45 without a reservation. I thought that might be a problem since the last time I was there there was a line of people out the door. This time there was nobody waiting and two tables were available in the main dining room. However, the hostess said it would be a 40 minute(!) wait for a table in the dining room but we could sit at the bar. We took our place at the bar and wanted to give one seat of separation between us and the other people at the bar. Most places usually have no problem with that. Not this place, we had to sit next to the lone diner because other people might come in and so they need two seats at all times. I get that you'd do that on a Friday night. However, this was a Tuesday night at 7:45 with at least two empty tables in the dining room and it was slowing down considerably. Of course the hostess gave us major attitude about wanting to not sit on top of other diners. So we went along with her little scenario. Of course the entire time we were there more tables emptied and only one couple came in. Of course they had to sit at the bar right next to the diners at the other end of the bar when there were four seats right in the middle. After that little debacle the server came over and was very nice although a little flighty. My friend ordered a glass of wine and the server came back with the entire bottle asking if he'd like to buy the entire bottle on their 20 for $20 program. Of course he said no. It struck me as a little unprofessional to try and upsell wine in a place like Crow. The bartender came over looking for a clean wine glass because the rest were in the dishwasher. So he took my glass even though there were two seats at the bar that had table settings and no one there. On top of that there were four tables (by this point) that were empty but the tables were set there as well. So there were at least 18 other glasses that he could have taken a wine glass from but asked if he could have mine. What the hell is up with that? Maybe take a glass from a table where there are no diners. We ordered bread, and then ordered it a second time and finally got it. We ran out of bread and the server was nowhere to be seen for 10 minutes (in a half empty restaurant). We finally flagged her down and got more bread. Of course we were out of olive oil by this point. Again we had to wait at least 10 minutes to get her attention to get us more olive oil. These are simple things that should be part of the normal level of service provided at a place like Crow. Things that I shouldn't be required to point out. But instead they are trying to upsell wine to me. I don't get the angle here. Our food came out in a timely fashion. I ordered the lasagne which was very good and my friend ordered the chicken which was also very good. Neither of us had any issues with the food. In fact both times I've been I've been very happy with what I ordered (I had the white salad last time which was incredible). Unfortunately the surly attitude of the hostess (who doesn't have a clue how to manage the front of the house) and the lack of attention by service gives this place three stars. When we left at 9:15 there were very few people left in the restaurant. Of course the empty tables that we weren't allowed to be sat at never did have another diner. I don't get it. I guess we were being punished because we didn't have a reservation I suppose. If that's the case just make it clear that you only want to suck on the teat of Open Table and don't even allow walk ins. The next time I'll walk past so I don't get the same rude treatment. At least that is until they fire the awful hostess and her terrible attitude.

    (3)

  • Libby W.

    Took my bf here for his birthday dinner. I'm on a fairly restrictive diet right now, and he is allergic to gluten, so we are probably every server's nightmare. If our server hated our guts, we couldn't tell - service was really great, and our obnoxious dietary needs were easily accommodated. We started with the steamed clam with pancetta appetizer, which I thought was delicious, but it was a little too salty for the bf's tastes. For entrees, I got the prosciutto wrapped chicken and green beans, which was divine. The bf got the baby back ribs with coleslaw (no cornbread due to gluten allergy, so can't comment on that). He cleaned his plate, but maintained that it was disappointing - it should be noted, however, that it wasn't disappointing enough for him to send back. He said there wasn't enough sauce, and that the sauce he could detect was very bland. I can't have sugar, which is in most BBQ sauces, so I didn't try any and had to take his word for it. He also said the meat itself was way too salty. I did try a bit of meat without any sauce, and can verify that it did seem saltier than ribs I've had elsewhere. I didn't have dessert, but he got the sorbet trio, and seemed to enjoy it. They've got a great wine list, and the lower-end bottles are pretty reasonably priced, even if you aren't there on a night when the $20 bottle special is offered (which we weren't). 2 entrees, 1 appetizer, 1 dessert, and 1 bottle of wine cost $95 - I think that's a pretty good deal for a special occasion at a "trendy" spot on a Saturday evening. I'd rate 3.5 stars if I could - 3 seems low, but 4 is too high, since the 2 of us agreed that service was great, but one of us didn't care for the food. I would come back, but I don't think I could convince him. Also, we live in the neighborhood, so we can walk - I feel bad for anyone who has to drive, because parking kind of sucks. I also agree with other reviews about it being kind of stuffy in there when it's warm out. There was an open window right behind my bf, and we were near the door (which was propped open), but it was a little stuffy regardless.

    (3)

  • Abbie Z.

    Not bad food, but damn is it expensive. I got a glass of Sauvignon Blanc and it was perfect. :) Great service, fancy little place. Wouldn't go back unless it was just for drinks and dessert, though - too pricey for what it is.

    (3)

  • Angela C.

    We stayed in Seattle for our anniversary weekend and had dinner here. When making the reservations we were told they were pretty booked but could seat us at the "cook's bar" where we could watch the chefs. Great call!! The food was awesome and we enjoyed watching the chefs. They even took time to talk to us and explain some of the food that was going out. What a great way to observe and then decide which dish you want to order. Everything was great, from the appetizer (fried manchego cheese wrapped in grape leaves), to the dinner. We will definitely be making a visit here again, and this time will request to sit at the cook's bar.

    (5)

  • Rebecca W.

    It's to bad there isn't a review spot between Meh and A-ok, because that's where Crow would be. Visited Crow to celebrate our 3rd anniversary and we wanted something special. And it's to bad we didn't find it at Crow. Seated right next to a very chilly window and thankfully we were able to get reseated one table away from a different cold window. The server mentioned they had the space heaters running. However, even the space heaters did nothing for the chilliness of the restaurant and I left my jacket on the entire meal. And I'm not a person that gets chilly easily. Once situated, we looked over the menu (we had reviewed it on-line earlier because they do make that available, which is really nice). Decided to share the pear salad and also get a cheese plate. I got the prosciutto wrapped chicken, my fiance got the cassolette and we were to share the mashed potato cake. When our cheese plate arrived (12$) there were 2 very small pieces of brie, 2 small pieces of another type of cheese (we don't know what kind as our server dropped the plate and left quickly), some marinated cherries, sliced pear and some thin crackers. We were a little surprised at the lack of cheese in this cheese plate. These pieces of cheese were tiny. But, we sip our wine, and start to enjoy our cheese plate. We weren't even part way through the cheese plate when the salad arrived. Now we weren't at the biggest table, so the large salad plate got placed in front of me, and a sharing plate got added to the already crowded table. I'm now having to reach over the salad to continue to enjoy our appetizer. Once the cheese plate was removed, and since the salad was there, we started on the salad. Again, not done with the salad and the entree's arrive. Again the tiny table is crowded with plates. Not to mention to finish the salad means that my now newly arrived food would be getting cold. All in all the food wasn't anything spectacular for the price. The restaurant was chilly, they forgot to bring us the potato cake(until we reminded the server, we were comped for this item), and we felt very rushed to get out of the seats. We enjoyed a leisurely dessert some where else.

    (2)

  • Raihan A.

    Crow never disappoints. Went there with a friend for an early dinner. The place was empty around 5PM, but within and hour and a half it got real busy, fast. We ordered the lasagna and the mushroom risotto. Lasagna was pretty good, but the mushroom risotto (with peas and sweet snap peas) was really good! My favorite dish I've had there though is the lamb (or maybe it was beef) shank over a bed of polenta...best polenta ever! Our server informed us that the lasagna was going to take about 20 minutes to make, so he hooked us up with some bread, oil, and vinegar...no big deal. For those winos, they have a list of 20 wines for $20 buck...not bad a price. If you're in the area, check them out.

    (4)

  • Alissa V.

    Crow has a slightly communal dining layout, unless you are sat at a booth. The environment is topnotch-- a fantastic date place, or a fun place for a girls dinner. It's a classy establishment with a neighborhood feel, and not at all pretentious. The servers meshed well with the aesthetic of the restaurant, and provided great service throughout. Parking within 2 blocks shouldn't be a problem. We were within 1 block on a Friday night. Tasty baguette with EVOO & balsamic to start. We tried the prosciutto wrapped chicken with green beans, and the lasagna--- both are worth trying, but the chicken stood out. The prices are right on par with the serving sizes and quality ingredients. A good value.

    (5)

  • Johnny W.

    Oh.My.God. So much delicious food and only for $25?! EPIC WIN. Okay, and now back to normal review mode. Crow didn't actually make my top two dinner places to take a friend during her stay up here last weekend. Despite several friends lauding the greatness of Crow, I opted for Six Seven instead given their more interesting (complex) menu. But an opportunity presented itself in the form of a birthday dinner for a different friend who'd never been to Crow, so along we went. The classic chopped salad was simple, tasty, and yes, refreshing (I never thought I'd used that to describe a salad) in it's lightness. And for someone who doesn't particularly appreciate beets, I was impressed. I was further impressed (shocked actually) when the pork chop and prosciutto chicken entrees came out, not expecting what I imagine is their normal dinner-sized portions. Needless to say it was an incredibly bad idea to finish all that was on my plate, because I was still feeling it the next day. That said, the chicken was delicious and juicy, but ever so slightly on the salty side (fine if not eaten with too much of the drippings though). The pork chops, on the other hand, weren't as amazing - tender, but still a bit dry, and the cheesy lemon grits didn't match the flavor of the pork well (but were tasty when eaten separately, as I'm inclined to think was the point). When it came time for dessert, we were told that they had run out of everything except for the creme brulee (it was already past 9pm after all), which was a bit of a bummer. Our waitress rocked though, and offered to deduct part of the bill for that, then later offering to swap in the orange-blossom-honey ice cream in place of the sorbet. Not usually being a fan of floral flavors, I gave it a shot anyway, and was so glad I did. My taste buds may have been a bit screwy by then from overeating, because it tasted more like a butter pecan to me than orange, but it was still darned good (and a far larger portion than expected - I kept wondering when I'd finally finish), and the cookie sampler I got along with it was awesome too. So, awesome restaurant, great service, great food, and just an amazing deal during restaurant week. I'm not sure how likely I'd be to come during an off-promo time, but I'm inclined to think I'd keep Crow in mind for special occasions.

    (4)

  • Kevin H.

    Nice ambiance, innovative if slightly limited menu, delicious food and great server although both the kitchen and bar were quite slow. We took a group for a business meeting over dinner and would certainly recommend. The vegetarian risotto entree and Mediterranean dip appetizers were phenomenal for our veg friend. The prosciutto wrapped chicken lived up to its reputation and did not disappoint. The service was great although the bar and kitchen made us wait quite a while.

    (4)

  • Chrissy M.

    I visited Crow during my visit to Seattle. I ordered the cheese plate and thought the cherries complimented the cheese perfectly. For dinner I ordered the pork belly. The dish was a play on pea soup and I wished I ordered something else. To finish off the dinner, we ordered red velvet cake. It was excellent but I wish the portion was much bigger. Overall, I give crow three stars because the meal was ok but was not memorable. For the rice, I'd rather have something else in the area. There are much better options in Seattle.

    (3)

  • Adam B.

    Changing to 5 stars. The is my go to spot for at least one night when I am in town. I love the menu changes every couple months and have not had a single thing that disappoints. Last time I had chef Adams sausage dish which blew me away. This time I devoured the porterhouse of a pig and still can't get that yummy briny taste out of my mouth. The thing was huge and I crushed it. But got my veggies in with the kale and carrots on the side.

    (5)

  • Xanna D.

    We went for happy hour at the bar before opening night of SIFF (Crow is walking distance from McCaw Hall). Their HH is excellent. I had a perfectly dry French rose and my partner had bitters and soda--they have 3 different kinds of bitters and she tried them all. Really good. Very helpful and knowledgeable bartender. Their mussels in curry broth was exceptional. Oysters and a green salad were great, too. I'd definitely return.

    (5)

  • David M.

    A friend who lives in Queen Anne suggested this place and it was a very nice surprise. The menu is not extensive...something I appreciate...but had plenty of choices for most tastes. We had the charcuterie appetizer; very nice. My friend loves their lasagna, which was an ample portion. I had the prosciutto wrapped chicken which was delicious and perfectly prepared. A very haute cuisine touch: the chicken had been boned. It was served with a kale/carrot veg of the day that was also nice. The service was prompt and friendly and worth 20% that I typically leave. I like this place.

    (4)

  • Jessica M.

    De-lightful! So we walked in on a Saturday with NO reservation or anything, I just had seen some great pictures on Yelp and decided we should go. Two of us so at least not a huge party. They were quite hoppin for the early time we went. We were asked if we were going to the opera (ah...explains why so busy) and we said no (I am sure they were glad we would not need to be rushed) ... and while they originally said they only had bar room, they found a small table for us and it was perfect. Our server (wish I could remember his name...but great beard and wonderful, warm smile) .. was on point. I could not decide between lamb and raviolis ...I truly would have been happy with either and so I asked him to pick for me and pair a wine as well. Everything was delicious. There was some long spacing issues between our AMAZING appetizer salad (mmmm...poached egg) and our main courses BUT I was sort of expecting that since we were not in a rush to hit the opera like 90% of the restaurant. Our desserts came out in a FLASH and were also delicious (I had the hot chocolate soup thing and mmmmm... I want it again!) All in all, if I was staying at The Maxwell again (which I am sure I will be for Hot Chocolate next year), I would love to come back to Crow.

    (4)

  • Maile K.

    So far so good. Was seated right away. Ambiance is on the dark side with high ceilings, exposed A/C ducts and wood tables and booths. There is seating at the counter, allowing patrons to watch their meals being prepared. The Arugula Salad and Beet & Goat Cheese salad were spot on. Though the two salads were arugula, the dressing on the Arugula salad was a sweet balsamic vinaigrette while the beet salad had a more robust, tart flavor that complimented the golden beets and goat cheese. On to the main event. The roasted chicken was thoroughly enjoyed as was the salmon salad and tenderloin. As for Andy's cheddar/sausage w grits and ratatouille, it was a ridiculous amount of food. Two huge, whole sausages atop a mountain of super buttery grits and covered with the ratatouille. This was enough for three people. One of the sausages was still pink and soft in the center. Move on to the 2nd one which was quite firm and a little dried out. Couldn't taste the cheddar cheese in the sausage. Best suggestion I can give is to order "family style". Everyone can enjoy all the dishes.

    (4)

  • Leo C.

    Yay Crow! Kinda a Lower Queen Anne staple no? If you happen to find yourself north of Mercer, but south of Fremont/upper Queen Anne, you can't go wrong with Crow. I was first introduced to this place when a friend worked here, and was quite impressed with the dishes and libations. Now I come because I'm often in the area, and it has consistent offerings. Of note, this restaurant is darker than most. If that is something that bothers you, you are going to have issues here. I enjoy that kind of atmosphere...but just be warned. The environment really highlights the open kitchen and large bar where the mixologists are pounding out $12-$18 speciality cocktails... most of them are worth it! Happy Hour here is solid... but the I've ordered the salad twice and not been overly impressed with the dressing, so stick with the antipastos and the homemade lasagna (wow!). For dinner or larger portions, the mussels are SO good. Chorizo and mussels must have been invented by sweet baby angels in heaven... I don't even know what to say when I'm dipping bread into that broth, so, so good.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Inexplicably, I'd never been to Crow before last night -- despite being a regular Seattle Center event attendee. I'm glad we decided to try it for our pre-opera dinner -- everything was great. The food and service had a straightforward confidence, not fussy or overworked. ​They really know how to handle a pre-theater crowd without any drama -- the service is smooth and attentive, the cocktails come out fast, the dishes seem to be designed for quick preparation, while losing nothing in flavor and variety. The atmosphere of the place is vibrant without being obnoxious, dressier couples mingle alongside casual groups. I had the arugula salad with avocado, grapefruit and a few diakon slices (I think?) -- it was crisp, generously proportioned, and thank you for serving it on a large plate! I followed that with the brown butter gnocchi with asparagus, peas, and a large handful of morels -- so satisfying! My two companions had the house salad which was brightly dressed, and then one enjoyed the lasagna, which somehow simultaneously both delicate and hearty, and the other had the halibut special which was a very large cut, perfectly cooked. Highly recommended for pre-theater events -- be sure to leave yourself plenty of time and make a reservation, park near Crow then just walk the few blocks to the Seattle Center. Easy breezy!

    (5)

  • Wendy W.

    Was in Seattle for a vacation back in June and was meaning to give this place a review and now I finally had the time to do so. Visited EMP Museum and the Chuhuly Garden and Glass, we decided to make that trek to Crow. I was pleasantly surprised. Here's what we ordered: Zucchini & fennel soup - REALLY good! Grilled bruschetta - REALLY good! New York steak - cooked perfectly! Adam's Pork/Cheddar Sasauges - was ok. Chocolate truffle cake - perfect balance of sweet and bitterness! Yum~ S;mores creme brulee - Wow! Not too sweet and semi-sweet mousse with slightly burnt marshmallow and graham cracker. I love it! I will definitely go back!

    (4)

  • Zack X.

    It's impossible to find a place to park around this restaurant, I came here twice and every time I was so frustrated to find a parking space so I decided that I won't ever come here again. Their prawn dish is good.

    (4)

  • Tammie E.

    Super cute & charming little Euro-inspired bistro. I recently visited here with my hubs & the in-laws. It was a rare snowy night in Seattle and the fare here was the perfect combo. I would describe the food as comfort European fare. It's delicious. The service was good and there was a $20 uncorking fee. We started with the mussels, which my father-in-law described as 'the best mussels he's ever had'. And he's British and quite picky, so that was quite the compliment to the chefs. They were, indeed, very tasty. They had a bit of a spice, which made it a nice change from the usual mussels you find around here. For dinner, my father-in-law & I both had a lamb shank stew. It had a definite Spanish flair and was like a warm hug to my belleh. The portions are generous and ended up having to take half of my meal home. The hubs tried their lasagna, which was also the perfect winter meal. My mother-in-law had a Cassoulet, which she was so happy to see on their menu. She said it was authentic and very good. Then we shared a creme brulee for dessert. It looks like their change their menu every so often, so I have to come back to see what kind of Spring fare they are offering. Street parking is also convenient and plentiful. They also have a daily HH, so that's definitely next on my list to visit. This restaurant was a great place to go with family, it'd be great place to go with friends or for date night. Bottom line: delicious food, good service, fair prices, what more can you ask for?

    (4)

  • Celeste T.

    The atmosphere was dark, warm, and interesting but the high ceilings and hard surfaces made it sound a bit like a cafeteria. The food was good, but not great - the lasagne that someone recommended on Foursquare was hard to finish because it was just one flavor, throughout. A little textural or flavor differentiation would have been nice. I had the gnocchi which were nice, but the squash was quite sweet and threw off the balance of the dish a bit - would have been nice if the squash was cut smaller in comparison. I wasn't super impressed with the food. The old fashionds were excellent (we had several) but the 18 dollar manhattan (priced at 13, amusingly enough) wasn't quite as good, it was maybe a bit too tart/unbalanced. The servers were all dressed in cute clothes, each person was very distinctive - some were in very short, or tight outfits, or had unique facial hair, so there was nice eye candy around...

    (3)

  • Erhan A.

    Nice place right near our airbnb. The chicken entree was juicy and delicious and I got a free drink due to a order mixup. Awesome!

    (5)

  • Ann N.

    Friday night dinner with reservation: seated promptly despite very busy. Server was really patient and checked in enough for me to notice. Ordered 1) beet cocktail- definitely tasted like beets but very refreshing. Cocktails had simple but nice presentations. 2) lasagne - hearty and big portion, ratio portion of meat/sauce/cheese. Not super cheesy and gooey. 3) shrimp grits- ordered as a main and LOVED it. Never had grits but if it taste anything like this I will have it again. Shrimp was big and plentiful. For some this dish may be too oily as the shrimp is cooked in oil red sauce and melts on the grits. Stopped myself from finishing to have left overs.

    (5)

  • Leslie F.

    My husband and I are in Seattle for just a short time while he is on business. Our hotel recommended this place, which is within walking distance. The service was great. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. She helped me pick out a drink (murder of crows- think lemon drop), and my husband had a superb old fashioned. I started with the soup du jour- which was butternut squash tonight. It was amazing. Very rich and a great depth of flavor. Tastes like fall. My main was the special- seared scallops. It was perfectly cooked, on a bed of parsnip purée with a hash of amazingness- I know there were Brussel sprouts in there, but some other things- magic for sure. The dish was delicious. My husband ordered the lasagne. He said the flavor was very good, but the noodles were mushy. That is the only reason this review does not get five stars. But if in Seattle again, we would come back for sure!

    (4)

  • Shruti N.

    I would probably give Crow a 3.5. My family and I came here fairly early (6:30pm) on a Saturday and it was pretty empty, which was good given how crowed I've read it can get. We ordered some of the smashed potatoes to share, which is a must. I had the sausage with grits which was good but not great and my dad had the chicken which he liked. My mom is vegetarian and had the risotto which was again good but not great. The food didn't blow me away but dessert did. To top it off we had the smores creme brulee which was to dieeee for. Even if you're stuffed, order this!!! It was so delicious that I almost wish I had two and nothing else.

    (3)

  • Karl T.

    Went to dinner here last night (4/22) for restaurant week. The food and ambiance was great. Had the chance to sit at the bar and watch the bartender make some drinks. The bartender was nice and the food was great!! I had Sauted Prawns with Spanish Chorizo for appetizers, slow cooked pork belly for the main course and the Choco Panna Cotta for dessert!! The pork belly was delish! The dessert was heavenly. will definitely come back.

    (4)

  • M. B.

    A hit and a miss. Many positive aspects of the Crow experience brought out by other Yelp! reviewers were confirmed in my recent visit. Nice atmosphere, adequate on-street parking, excellent menu offerings. I'll add that the homemade lasagne is amazing. The portion size is very large, the taste and texture are among the best I've had. A robust wine list offers numerous options to pair with it. We ordered the Mediterranean plate as an appetizer and were pleasantly surprised at the hummus-esque carrot purée that dominated the center of a well-presented plate. A few more pita wedges would have been nice though. The "miss" was the mushroom ravioli. The raviolis were too large and flat and limp. They had very little mushroom inside and were reminiscent of an unfried potsticker. The sauce served with the raviolis was slightly bland and uninspired. It wasn't a bad-tasting dish but we've certainly had better at inferior restaurants. Improve this dish a little and we'd have nothing but wonderful things to say.

    (4)

  • Jen H.

    This is a 3.5-star review. We were looking forward to trying the food at Crow after having a pretty good experience at its sister restaurant, "Betty", and seeing the great yelp reviews. Have to say everything was pretty average: the food, the service, the ambiance. We had: - bruschetta with mint, peas, and fava: a refreshing and delicious combination of flavors - chicken wrapped in prosciutto: perfectly cooked and moist inside - flank steak with potatoes and salad: worst dish of the evening. The meat was bland and chewy and the salad dressing was bad (It looked - and tasted like mayo) - baguette with olive oil and balsamic: it never came. Then the waitress realizes that we didn't get it, and still took forever to come?!?! I wish it was just evoo, the proportion was way off and the balsamic made it too sweet I wanted to order dessert but we were running late for a concert so the waitress brought us a small bite of the basil ice cream which was a nice gesture. Overall, I would come back to try some of the other dishes (perhaps at a different season) but we were not overly impressed by our first experience at Crow.

    (3)

  • Hamilton O.

    This place rocks. Had the lasagna, the chicken, the dessert. All were fantastic. Great staff too. The only annoyance was making a reservation and getting there on time to realize they had no table for us. Anyway, the food is worth the wait.

    (5)

  • Amy S.

    I love this place. I used to live on the corner and come here for Happy Hour all the time. When Happy Hour ends...get the lasagna. It is to die for and you can share it with someone. It will come out piping hot. If you do plan on coming here for happy hour, get here early! It fills up fast and it's only at the bar. The atmosphere is awesome and a bit laid back, so do not expect some uppity fine dining experience. Definitely give this place a try. They make great food and they have a chef table/bar you can sit as well. YUM!

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    Many years later and my family and I still love this spot. Great food, service, atmosphere. We love Crow and its sibling restaurant Betty.

    (5)

  • Mac C.

    Good selection of wine, good oysters, and good mashed potatoes. Special main course for dinner was salmon with black beans...over priced and under cooked- very disappointed. Service was decent. Worth coming back? No. Recommending to others? No.

    (2)

  • Joe G.

    Went to Crow for dinner while visiting Seattle on vacation. It was really close to the Hampton Inn that I was staying. The vibe is kind of dark and mellow inside. Sat at that kitchen counter, which was really cool because you can watch the chefs actually cook your meal. Ordered the lamb, which was absolutely delicious! The meat was so soft and the spices made it much more flavorful. I was even able to compliment the chefs. The wait staff was very attentive and always made sure I was ok. All in all, I would say that Crow was a great dining experience as I visited Seattle!

    (4)

  • Alvin L.

    The table setup and lights make for a very intimate setting. Service was good and food was great. For appetizers I really liked their 1) cheese plate (sweet and salty) 2) calimari with a side order of French bread to soak up the sauce and 3) oysters (Incredibly fresh and served on a whole platter of sea salt). For my entree I had the prosciutto wrapped chicken that sits on top of a stack of green beans. It was moist and crispy - I definitely recommend it to those that don't meat that's trenched with flavor (may be too salty for some). And lastly for dessert, the basil ice cream is a refreshing way to wash everything down. The seasonal fruit pie was okay. If your getting dessert go w the basil ice cream instead. Overall, crow was a good experience. The only thing that I would change if I could was the size of their cocktails - (was a bit small in my opinion but very tasty)

    (4)

  • Tobi B.

    Booked a reservation for pre-theatre and will be back again soon. The ambience is dark and comforting, the people friendly, excellent waitress and honestly the very best cocktail I have ever ever had. I can still taste it! $13 but who cares! It started everything off perfectly. My son had the lamb shank and it was cleaned thoroughly before the kitchen got it back. He also liked the polenta very much that came with it. I chose the Lasagna over the special Sea Scallops and was so very happy I did. I usually steer away from ordering Italian because I really dislike sweet gravy (sauce) but this sausage lasagna was sublime. I ate the whole thing and could have had more. Hats off to getting pretty much everything right.

    (5)

  • Stuart N.

    The meal my family had at Crow was one of the best I have ever eaten. The quality and taste of the food was amazing. The service was excellent as well. Make sure you get reservations early if you want to dine on the weekend.

    (5)

  • Stefanie M.

    Don't Crow!! Worst service of all time! 4 total customers, but at least 8 workers. Waited 5 minutes just to get menus thrown in front of us with no eye contact or greeting whatsoever. The bartender needs a serious attitude adjustment. Do yourself a favor, and spend your money at an establishment that cares.

    (1)

  • Robert B.

    Great neighborhood restaurant. They have happy hour up to 6pm. On food and drinks. Bartender is great. Have been back several times.

    (4)

  • Kim A.

    Crow is by no means a "steak house" but they know how to prepare and cook a perfect steak dish. Seriously one of the best steak moments of my life. The filet is a giant portion, the wine reduction is perfection and the parsnip purée is divine. I sat at the chef counter which is always super fun and entertaining, especially when you run out of things to talk about with the person that you're dining with. I will defiantly add Crow to my usual rotation of restaurants!

    (5)

  • Courtney B.

    The hubby and I stopped in for a meal and we both thought the chicken sounded good. I also ordered a drink and it was super, yummy and strong, nice way to start a meal. The chicken was seared sooooo well, crispy outside, juicy inside, very good. My only "complaint" was that it lost it's wow half way thorough, every bite was the same, I wish it had a little something more to help keep it fresh and interesting through the whole plate.

    (4)

  • Mojdeh S.

    How I heard of this place: My good friend and fellow gourmand, Tahirih introduced me to Crow several years ago when it first opened down the street from her previous apartment. When she said that she eats there at least once a week and the food never fails to satisfy and blow your mind, I had to try it. It wasn't until she shared that she was limiting herself to once per month in order not to risk ever being disappointed, I made it in. I have yet to be disappointed, but am not holding my breath. Type of cuisine: A creative, contemporary meal with international flair. "...comfort food that's executed solidly without a whiff of affectation." -Seattle Magazine, February 2005. "...the crossroads for upmarket comfort food and sheer sizzling scene." -Seattle Metropolitan, November 2006, Best Restaurants Best Atmosphere. "...brief but close-to-perfect menu borrows gleefully from the best home-cooking tradition but fixes it sights on New American comfort foods." -Seattle Metropolitan, February 2007 Ambiance: An urban venue with the unique feel of a vibrant neighborhood bistro. There is a substantial, yet intimate dining area as well as ample bar seating for those who wish to watch the kitchen prepare their meals, as well as those who enjoy the more casual bar setting. Dimly lit, brightly painted with earth tones in deep reds and oranges and an intimate atmosphere, everyone is welcomed as if into the chef/owners' home. What I ordered: My parents and I treasured this visit together - one of their only visits to spend an evening of entertainment with me leading the way in Seattle. I recommended the restaurant based on their preferences of food and the selection in the lower Queen Anne area. They were blown away. My mom even shared, "This place was amazing. I have nothing to complain about." Welcomed with a generous helping of bread, served alongside a bowl of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, my dad and I could not be swayed from the soup du jour ($7): a cream of asparagus soup, a small dollop of mascarpone and a swirl of olive oil. I ordered a side smashed potato cake ($3), just because, for my parents to sample and enjoy. When our meals arrived, I was presented with my order of house lasagna with Italian sausage ($16), newly presented on a larger plate in a pool of tomato sauce and thick, freshly grated Parmesan cheese. My mother was served her curried vegetarian dahl (($17) with spring peas, carrots, spinach and a large, half-cut and neatly displayed pappadam. My father's pick: the fish of the day ($25): halibut and prawns served in a tomato bouillabaisse with celery and onions and dusted with fresh chopped basil. For dessert, upon review of the menu options ($8 each): old fashioned carrot cake with pineapple butterscotch, a rhubarb crumble served warm with orange blossom-honey ice cream, the dark chocolate-raspberry torte (a chocolate covered mound of cocoa nib chantilly and layered with fresh raspberries and a thin slice of chocolate cake and presented on a plate in the middle of a raspberry-syrah reduction), and the lavender creme brulee with Scottish shortbread, my mother selected the dark chocolate-raspberry torte. What I loved: The dark chocolate raspberry torte was a hit at the table - the seamless blend of the tart raspberries layered between a cocoa nib chantilly and a thin slice of chocolate cake, then covered in dark chocolate. But truly, the lasagna is the one to write home about. Why I loved it: The food is consistently great at Crow. The service always friendly and the wait-staff pleasant. The lasagna beats any other lasagna I've tried (or attempted to make) and the space, proximity to theater - cinema and theatrical, the ballet, burlesque and sporting arena - unbelievable! Cost: Average ($16-$25 for the dinner entree)

    (4)

  • Mack M.

    Of all the restaurants in the price range: the tenderloin is $29 and every other entrée is below or close to $20, this is an awesome restaurant. The service is casual, so don't expect to be fawned over. The bar is good and there several inventive concoctions to consider, and there are few but good drafts to be had. The food is really good. You get into this thing where Yelp! stars aren't adequate: would you give three Yelp! stars to a one-star Michelin restaurant after going to a three-star one Crow is not a Michelin restaurant. It is good, very good. I think it's a good value, and these folks can cook! The menu is basically gluten-friendly, although there isn't a separate GF-free sheet, and only the salad greens tend to be organic. This is normal, right? Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good! This is a good - very good - restaurant. Eat here!

    (5)

  • Dan B.

    The staff is impeccable and the food wonderful. Really great people all around, they will take care of you.

    (5)

  • Amanda M.

    Great atmosphere, awesome music playing in the background, one of the best Old Fashioned I have ever had made by Seth, beets for days and chicken that will make you wish they were open for breakfast! Run don't walk.

    (5)

  • Darrell R.

    The girl who checked me and my wife in at our Hotel recommended this place to us because it was within walking distance to where we were staying during our trip to Seattle. I've never in my life been denied service at a restaurant until now. The host told us they were booked for the night and would not be able to accommodate us. I noticed three tables open and there was absolutely no one waiting for a table inside or outside. The bartender was a nice guy who recommended three other restaurants and thank God for him because the host made it very clear that he would rather not be bothered with us. My suggestion to any Black People visiting Seattle is to stay away from this place. Head down the street to Ten Sushi where they don't mind giving great service to people of color.

    (1)

  • Beth M.

    Awesome! Wish I had a pic of the wild mushroom ravioli but it was so good I inhaled it. Also recommend the Car Crash, a great cocktail for a non cocktail drinker.

    (4)

  • Ryan M.

    We came here for restaurant week. What a great choice! Generous portions. The lasagne and the roasted chicken were great. Particularly, the roasted chicken, best I've had in a long time. Nice crispy skin yet moist and tender meat. We also did the meat and cheese appetizer, this was nice as well - a good way to get your taste buds going. All around, food was great. Service was good, casual. It was docked 1 star because its just so dang loud. On a two top, my other half was only 2 feet away and I still had to yell to speak to him. We weren't even sitting near the bar or the kitchen are. Really not the best atmosphere to have a nice conversation. Probably of returning here is likely. I'd love to explore more of their homemade pastas.

    (4)

  • Bryan B.

    I had walked/driven past Crow a ton of times before I finally decided to take the plunge and reserve dinner there. I'm now regretting that I didn't decide to eat there a lot sooner. It was a very memorable meal and the "Pork Tenderloin" was amazing. Their wine and drink selection was also pretty impressive; my friend was raving about the Raspberry Cosmopolitan while I was enjoying my Mojito. I definitely recommend having a reservation before you try to eat at Crow since walk-ins are likely to end up at the bar.

    (5)

  • Matthew L.

    the feeling: yet another wannabe-hip gourmet restaurant. the interior has exposed brick and the kitchen is open. While I've only been there once, I've felt as if I've been to the same restaurant hundreds of times, only in different locations. (three stars) the food: Delicious - sometimes innovative, but mostly standard and well executed. I had a great beet salad, but they seem to be copying from every (better) beet salad I've tried in San Francisco restaurants, such as those at 2223 and Chez Spencer. I also enjoyed the subtle flavors of basil-wrapped manchego, a new dish for me. (four stars) the service: now here's the downside - it felt as if either a) the restaurant does not employ enough servers b) our server neglected/disliked us, despite approaching us in a friendly manner when we begged for his attention. In any respect, if I'm paying $18/entree, I expect more attentive service. also, the food takes forever to arrive at your table, but the restaurant is much too noisy to linger and chat. i should mentioned that we dined at peak dinner hour on a Friday night. (one star)

    (2)

  • Mikiko T.

    Super nice wait staff, great food, they never disappoint me EVER! Great choice of wine, the grilled cod I ordered was perfect and the dessert was super heavenly! :)

    (5)

  • Wade B.

    I am not much for fancy food. But I was in town with a friend who has a similar last name to the restaurant so we decided to stop in. Now I wouldn't call the place fancy, but it was certainly a step above my normal fare. I had the NY steak which was quite good. They did a great job of getting it medium throughout without burning the outside. Our waiter was very attentive and we ended up having a good time just talking with him after our meal. The dessert pushed this review from a 3 to a 4 star. I had the "profiteroles" which were amazing. The homemade brown sugar ice cream with pecans was metter than I could have imagined. Good job Crow!

    (4)

  • Molly M.

    Crow may be a high priced restaurant, but it is worth every penny. The food is beyond delicious, and I would love to go back.

    (5)

  • Alexis X.

    Fresh and simple dishes. There's an urban concrete feel in this little restaurant in lower Queen Anne. The kitchen is open and you can see the cooks cooking away from the dining area.

    (3)

  • David G.

    We like this place a lot. The prices are good and the food is dependably good. It is not going to knock your socks off, but it is going to be a lovely evening and I have never had a complaint about the food. Very tasty. The chef knows how to cook fish, which is important. Desserts are usually a bit ordinary, but not tedious.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    Small rotating menu, which I like in a place like this. It was busy when we came in, so we sat at the end of the chef's counter. Not only did we get a demonstration of raw cooking talent, but they were friendly and engaging. We had planning on Nabob, but whimsically decided to step it up. We were not disappointed, quick service, didn't rush you, portions are just right and tastes great.

    (4)

  • Jacob W.

    Went to Crow last night for Seattle Restaurant week. We had a reservation for two at 6:45, but when we arrived it didn't seem very necessary since the restaurant was half full. The restaurant got fuller and unfortunately noisier as we ate and was about full by 7:30. The menu was slightly different than the one posted by Seattle Times. The food was decently executed but not spectacular. White Salad - frisee, white anchovies, parmesan Frisee not really cut well, large pieces hard to eat. Maybe a little too much parmesan in the salad. The anchovies complemented well with the frisee. Chopped Salad - romaine, potato, beets, walnuts, blue cheese Looked relatively plain. Not too interesting, but decently executed. Pan Roasted Chicken - wrapped in prosciutto, green beans This was my girlfriend's entree and it was delicious. She had heard from her friends that this was the dish to try and consequently ordered it. She thought it was perfectly seasoned, while I felt the piece I tried was a little salty, but still delicious. Slow Braised Pork Osso Bucco - polenta, gremolata Really large portion size as was the chicken entree. The pork was extremely tender. Goes very well with the creamy polenta and gremolata. Lavender Creme Brulee Abundant lavender flavor in this otherwise typical creme brulee. Dark Chocolate Raspberry Torte Delicious! But then I am a sucker for anything chocolate paired with berries. Cono Sur Pinor Noir - bottle Service was perfunctory and waitress didn't seem to know very much about their small selection of wine. I'm not a big wine person so we just picked off her suggestion and it turned out ok, but a little more information or help on the wine and warmth in their service would have been nice. I would say Crow is a 3.5 and would definitely go again to try other things.

    (3)

  • Diane C.

    I love the atmosphere and the flavorful new American cuisine found at Crow. i am writing after going to Crow for the second time since moving to Seattle less than 2 months ago. This trip was to take part in Seattle Restaurant Week. So here are the top 10 reasons for you to stop by Crow: 1) Service is attentive without being overbearing. (Our server from the first time remembered us and stopped by to say hello!) 2) Portions are generous. 3) The split pea soup is rich and hearty with a bit of kick...just like a soup should be! 4) Their short ribs are so tender and fall off the bone. 5) Pumpkin seed brittle. Enough said. 6) Ambient lighting that gives the place a romantic feel. Even if you're not with your special someone, it makes the meal better! 7) The restaurant has two bars. One at it's open kitchen where you can enjoy dinner and another traditional bar near the entrance. 8) Short straight to the point menu with season offerings. It really has someone for everyone. 9) Dessert is definitely worth it. I have enjoyed a creamy pumpkin roulade, a Washington apple crisp topped with velvety rosemary-calvados ice cream, and a simple maple-walnut ice cream sundae with brown sugar cookies. (Pass on chocolate-almond souffle cake...it's nothing to write home about.) 10) The prosciutto- wrapped chicken is cooked to perfection. The outside is crispy and the inside is juicy. Perfection. This is a place that respects the food and values their customers.

    (4)

  • Alexa H.

    Went here for a work dinner and had a pork chop- great execution on local, high end classics. Also good atmosphere, would work well for a date due to the booths.

    (5)

  • Jason E.

    I've been twice now and feel very comfortable in saying that their food is good. Over both visits I've been there with a total of 10 people so I've been able to sample a wide swath of their menu and I haven't tasted anything bad yet. To date I have ordered the following: Rillette (2x): According to one of the kitchen staff, it's actually a Creton since it's served warm but they decided to call it a Rillette because more people know what that is rather than a Creton. At any rate, it's spiced with "Christmas spices": Cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and the like. Served with crostini and a mound of greens. Cassoulet: This was a big bowl of deliciousness. Perhaps a tad on the salty side but tasty nonetheless. I should have stopped about halfway through the serving but it was so good I just kept going and nearly finished it. I can't really say anything more about it, it was damn good. Smoked Trout salad with Horseradish dressing: I RARELY ever eat trout in a restaurant...it's always a disappointment having grown up with family camping/fishing outings where fresh (as in minutes from swimming to frying) trout was always on the menu. Since it was smoked I decided to give it a try. It was great. The fish was slightly smoky but not overpowering and the horseradish dressing had a really nice kick to it. Things which other people ordered and I tasted: Scallops: Good, even though I'm not a fan of scallops. Grilled Manchego cheese: Delightful little pockets of warm cheese. The ratatouille was surprisingly good. Roast chicken wrapped in Prosciutto: The chicken was moist, the skin was crispy and the Prosciutto adds a nice salty, porky note. Thats all I can remember right now, but will update when I think of more. The bottom line is, their food is solid and will keep me coming back. Thank you Crow! ...now I need to try Betty.

    (4)

  • Steven V.

    Excellent food and service! If you go there on Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays, there will be a limited selection of very decent wines available to choose from at half the regular price.

    (4)

  • Emily W.

    Had a perfectly delightful dinner for my friend's birthday until our waiter came back to demand a larger tip from our group of five. Definitely an oversight on our part but the rudeness of the confrontation put a complete damper on the evening. I won't be back any time soon despite living a block away.

    (2)

  • Eugene C.

    I tried this restaurant for restaurant week, and I really enjoyed it. For the first course I had prawns on grits. This was very rich and almost a main course unto itself. For the main course I had braised short ribs with potato puree. It was mostly flavorful, but could have used more salt. The food was good overall and portion sizes were generous. The ambience was nice--casual and open. The waitstaff were very friendly. I'll be back again.

    (4)

  • Ralph N.

    On these dark and stormy nights, go to Crow and order a Cassoulet. The ultimate in French comfort food. Crow serves it piping hot, with a fully loaded bowl of beans and meat in a thick tasty sauce. Not a watery replica, but a rich flavorful delight. I ordered it last week and my taste buds are still in awe.

    (5)

  • Jason C.

    For a 30+ person party, Crow does a magnificent job. The partitioned area was more than accommodating and the staff (amazing there was only one guy serving us) was Johnny on the spot with everything. I'm assuming he was the rotation's ace. I wish I could say the food was as good as the service. The dishes were fine in their own right, but there was nothing spellbinding about them. My high expectations were set because everything about this place said "oh yeah, this place is going to kick ass". Its hip and ultra cool "converted art gallery" look got me excited about the impending feast. Perhaps this is a personal issue because with every new restaurant I try I'm always thinking "maybe this will be the one I fall in love with". Alas, such love was not found with the chivalrous Crow. The house special Lasagna and the pan roasted Chicken were commendable attempts at fantastic foods but effort without production can only get you so far.

    (2)

  • jessica c.

    the waiter we had was very helpful and attentive, but i've had better food. i was not really impressed with any of the appetizers - they have a cheese plate and a meat plate, both were very small servings. i had the halibut for dinner, which was ok except the fish lacked any kind of flavor or seasoning. i don't know if thats what the intention is, but i'm more of a flavor kind of person. deserts were just ok, nothing spectacular to write home about. one thing i will say is, they have amazing croutons. i did have the romaine salad and those croutons were delish.... not sure if they bake them in house, but that was certainly the best part of the meal for me!

    (2)

  • Erica B.

    I went to Crow last night with a friend who is in town. She had heard good things from her sister. We were seated right away. We both ordered the soup of the day, which was a chicken tortilla soup. It was good, but nothing special. For dinner my friend had the steak and I had that special of the day, salmon. The steak looks good and my friend enjoyed it. It was served medium rare from what I could tell. The reason I'm giving this place two stars is that my salmon was grossly under cooked. If we hadn't been short on time, I would have sent it back. The chef chose to leave the skin on, which is fine, but only if the salmon is cooked so that the skin comes out crispy. This is not what happened. I ended up having to peel it off with my knife because it was so displeasing to eat. I picked around the the salmon, because the inside of it was so undercooked it was a still a deep pink. I couldn't eat it. I doubt it was meant to be prepared this way. To top things off, the salmon was served on a bed of a corn purée of some kind and a black bean salad. The black beans were also undercooked. The corn purée, however, was delicious. I won't recommended this place to someone, and I probably will be eating here again.

    (2)

  • Karen A.

    Is it ever okay for a restaurant to charge for a meal when you find a bug in it? And, does it matter if the bug is alive or dead? It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this review. Crow has been one of my neighborhood favorites until last Friday night. We found a BUG in our food. There was still food left on the plate. Instead of making a scene, I waited until our wait person came over and pointed it out. She took it back to the kitchen. When she returned, she said that the owner was going to charge us for the dish because the bug was still alive. I wasn't sure I heard her correctly? Then offered us dessert as an apology. We had already told her we were going to the Melting Pot for dessert so an idle gesture. When we were ready to pay the check, I asked her again to tell me why we were being charged for the dish? She went back to the kitchen and had another discussion with the owner. I could see him gesturing but couldn't hear what he was saying. When our wait person returned, she snatched the bill up, went to the register and returned having taken the dish off. She was upset. I thought it was directed at us. We had returned a cheese plate as it only had goat cheese on it. Neither my friend or I eat goat cheese. So, I explained to her that we intended to tip her on the full amount of our meal. I asked her to see our point of view as there was still food left on our plate so we didn't get to finish our meal because of the bug and what if there were other bugs that we didn't see? She left and came back in a bit, again apologizing, but explaining that the owner had told her that if there had been another bug in the food while it was being cooked, it would have died while being baked in the 500 degree oven. What??? After discussing with people, it was suggested that the wait person was so upset as the owner did not offer to pay for our meal - if she comped it, it would come out of her pay. Not sure if this is what happened but the whole scene was bizarre. We sat at the kitchen counter so we had light. Not all tables are as well lit so watch out. I will not be going back to Crow if I can help it!

    (1)

  • Chris T.

    Prosciutto- Wrapped Chicken Once Again....I have had everything there (although the menu changes) and i have to order it every time now....You won't be disappointed. My favorite place to eat in Seattle....

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    Went to Crow before the Opera and had a wonderful meal and a wonderful time. We sat at the bar across from the kitchen so we could watch the chefs as they frantically prepared the meals for the very large pre-Opera crowd. Our waiter was also extremely helpful in picking wines to go with our meals as well. I was truly amazed to see how efficiently they served the surge of diners and I did not notice a single dish being returned. The food is very substantial, really great for rainy, chilly Seattle winter time. Keeps you warm, but did not over-fill me to the point that I would be sleepy during the third act. This will definitely be in my future plans for pre-Opera or pre-Rep dining.

    (4)

  • Grace L.

    I walked into Crow at 9pm on a Thursday on a whim, having decided that I would try it out if I could find parking in the area. (A primo spot just across the street decided it for me.) I was expecting a smaller space and was pleased to find it open and almost airy inside, despite the dark colors on the walls and the low lighting. Most of the tables were filled, but the hostess offered me a seat at the chef's counter, which I eagerly accepted -- I love being able to watch the food being cooked, and the three chefs behind the bar were chatting up the customers, greeting some like old friends and welcoming others they didn't know. Sara, my server, was great; attentive enough to keep my water glass filled (difficult to do if one isn't watching) but not stifling. Unfortunately, the basil lemonade cocktail I wanted to try was out, but she suggested the Spring Ginger Flower which was quite good. I started with the spring fruit salad: spinach, what I think was shaved hearts of palm, plump raspberries, blueberries, nectarine slices, and marcona almonds, topped by a generous shaving of parmigiano reggiano. I was dubious about ordering the salad starter as I didn't want to be too full for my dinner, but I'm glad I did. It probably was not large enough to serve as an entree, but was plentiful enough to be a shared appetizer. I've been reading my fellow Yelpers' reviews of this place for a long time, so I knew I couldn't go wrong with the pan-roasted chicken with prosciutto and green beans for dinner, and I watched with great anticipation as it was prepared in front of me. The beans were lightly steamed but still snappy, just the way I like them, and the chicken... oh, the chicken. It was golden and crispy on top of a thick, perfectly juicy piece of meat. Just delicious. (And the chef gave me a high-5 when I complimented him on it, which I thought was charming.) The portion was large but not excessive, though I couldn't quite finish it. Yes, I was full, but I decided that since I was obviously going all out for this meal (pricier than I generally spend on a dinner out for myself) I could at least look at the dessert menu. The couple at the counter next to me had ordered something with ice cream and brownies and chocolate fudge sauce, which looked wonderful, but I selected the "strawberries and cream": buttermilk panna cotta, topped with local strawberries, a balsamic reduction, and crispy sugar-sprinkled phyllo crackers. This dessert was possibly the world's best combination of flavors. Silky-smooth custard, berries that almost exploded with sweetness, the tangy balsamic drizzled over the top, and lighter-than-air phyllo... I want to eat it every day. I don't think I would ever tire of it. This is one of the longer reviews I've written here, but I think the experience warrants it. I'm only sad that I hadn't been to Crow before now, but you can bet that's a mistake that I won't make again.

    (5)

  • Binks P.

    Though I'd locked myself out of my car before a play and was waiting for AAA to arrive, I wasn't so stressed out that I didn't realize the food at Crow was amazing. The fish of the day was excellent, as were the cocktail and wine selections. The blueberry tart was especially wonderful -- lemon and lavender creme anglaise! I was slightly disappointed with the oysters on the half shell -- served on an overflowing bed of rock salt, they were a tad overly saline. That was really my only quibble, though. Now trying to figure out when to go back ... Queen Anne is a bit out of the way!

    (4)

  • Liz H.

    I still think longingly of the first meal I had at Crow - mussels in a curried broth for a starter, and a delicious steak (can't remember the cut now, I believe it was a rib eye) for dinner. I've eaten at Crow several times since then and sadly none of those times were as good as the first, although some were very good. I almost always order whatever the red meat entree is and while the meat is always perfectly cooked, they seem to go heavy on the seasoning, particularly salt. A quality piece of meat shouldn't be so seasoned that you taste the seasoning and not the meat, in my incredibly humble opinion. Last time I ate at Crow, I couldn't come close to finishing my steak because I could feel my blood pressure rising with every bite due to the sodium. But the asparagus that came on top of it was delicious and perfectly crisp. All in all, Crow is a cool space, the wine list is good, the cocktails are supposedly delicious (I'm not a cocktail drinker myself), and I think the service (aside from the hostesses who tend to be a bit on the less-than-friendly side) is a good balance of helpful and not-in-your-face. It's definitely one of the better fine dining options on Lower Queen Anne. And oh, those mussels. I'd eat them regularly if they had them on the menu still...

    (3)

  • Marissa P.

    I've had religious experiences over the food at Crow. The cooks are more like alchemists than kitchen staff; they marry, tease, and coax flavors out of a meal that make it magical, memorable. The menu is spartan, simple, unpretentious and fool proof. The wine and beverage selection is also simple but superb. The decor is Rothko-esque; seductive, subtle, evocative. The staff are charming and knowledgeable. If you can, I recommend Roger -he's my favorite server. This is the kind of place where you can treat out of town guests, celebrate a victory, break from the workaday, or fall in love. Aces all the way! By the way, when you can find it on the ever-changing menu, try the Guinness ice cream with a shot of Jameson over top. Ridiculously delicious! The creamy cool ice cream paired with the heat from the whiskey is clever and divine! Whenever I crave, I crave Crow.

    (5)

  • T and D C.

    We really enjoyed our experience here. We went in early on a Friday evening without a reservation, hopeful at trying a new spot. They found a table for us and were lovely about ensuring we were comfortable. I enjoyed the lasagna while my husband had the fish of the day. His fish was under cooked in a two inch section which was a bit of a bummer. It would be our only reason for four stars instead of five. We also had green beans which I am thinking about still today and a great salad. The chocolate mousse cake was a delight too. The service was wonderful and for us, what makes or breaks a meal. Will go back for sure!

    (4)

  • Philip L.

    Had a very tasty meal here. It was last year, so my recollection is a bit fuzzy. Just remember thoroughly enjoying my meal at the chef's counter and watching them at work. The space is very cool. Looking forward to going back.

    (4)

  • Melanie C.

    Here's a way to avoid the wait, Megan: make a reservation! We had a very very fun dinner... I love the design, it's like warehousy artsy funky. Like a mix of blasthaus, cellspace and chez spencer. (dontcha just love my SF comparisons......) Anyway, really a great place to share a bunch of things. Nothing you've never seen before, but all tasty. Pureed roasted asparagus soup, iceberg wedge w/ blue chz dressing, unique chacuterie plate, lasagna (sooo salty, bummer), halibut with greens, nice n rare steak, killer fruity desserts... Can't remember too much of the later dishes thanks to palate(read: memory)-cleansing patron shots. Good times, really nice staff. Oh yeah, and they use lots of organics!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth M.

    This was my final dinner out in Seattle before I headed back home. We started with the Mediterranean sampler plate that consisted of hummus, tapenade, and guacamole surrounding a huge roasted garlic bulb with warm pita bread for dipping. There were 4 of us and it was a perfect starter before our dinner. I had the half dozen oysters served raw on the half shell. They were very fresh and served with a red wine vinaigrette. For my main entrée, I ordered the beef short ribs with pureed potatoes and green beans. It looked something like an Osso Bucco, but instead with beef. I was not expecting such a heavy duty meal as this one, but once this plate was placed in front of me, I already knew that I was about to get busy. And when I say that, I mean that there was going to be a little bit of a preparation before I could actually commence my dinner. I am the type of person that likes to eat contiguously and I don't like to be disturbed by bones that are protrude from my meat, so I usually debone all meat along with the removal of any kind of fat. Once this was done, I was ready to feast. My sister had the house pappardelle ragout with portobello mushrooms and parmesan cheese. This was just a bit too salty for my taste, but still a very delicious choice. If I had any more room for this dish, I would have happily consumed this as well. Our dinner was paired with by Quinta Da Espiga' 06' Portugal. This was a very smooth and inviting red that complimented this whole event. The ambiance was dark and rustic with orange accented walls with the theme of black crows eminent in the decor. They offered excellent service, the prices were reasonable, and the food was full-flavored

    (4)

  • Randy S.

    Great service... Gourmet comfort food. They have a large group section in the restaurant that would work pretty well. The menu is small, but works well. We particularly liked the assortment of $20 bottle of wine (available Sunday-Thursday). I had the cassoulet and it was excellent. My wife had the scallops and loved them. We split a well made and well dressed salad of mixed greens. Will definitely go again when in Seattle. It is an easy cab ride from downtown Hotels (kind of just past the Space Needle).

    (5)

  • Elaine Y.

    If I wasn't referred here by the hotel staff, I would not have picked this restaurant due to it's location. Located on a quiet street with very limited parking, the restaurant looked extremely empty. As I walked in the door, the smell of different foods and wine made my stomach growl. The interior is very nice and unpretentious. The service was great and the food was awesome. I would definitely go back again.

    (4)

  • Mayumi O.

    Crow has become my new favorite restaurant named after a bird (sorry Magpie). We took a gamble on this place tonight for dinner on our last night in Seattle. It's really close to the hotel we're staying at (see my review on the Maxwell Hotel). Looking at the sample menu on Crow's website, the entrees are spruced up classics and though I wouldn't call it "comfort food," it was definitely comfort-ing to eat. We ordered a shared plate of grilled asparagus. This dish was enough for four people, but we gladly ate it all ourselves. The asparagus is pleasantly seasoned with bits of shaved parmesan and a lemon aioli dipping sauce. My boyfriend and I ordered the prosciutto wrapped chicken and the ribeye steak (cooked medium rare) and split the two entrees. The chicken had a lovely crisped skin and came with perfectly cooked green beans. The ribeye came with potatoes and wait for it...wait for it...brocolini (my favorite vegetable!) so I was pleasantly surprised. The portions for both were huge so we were in for a challenge to clean our plates. Both the chicken and the ribeye were tender melt in your mouth delicious. After packing it all in and leaving nothing but a chicken bone on our plate, we ventured to try a dessert. I couldn't say for sure what was on the dessert menu besides what we ordered because after I read it, that was all I could see. We ordered the guinness ice cream with whisky caramel and brownies (need I say more!?) It was so yummy it took all of my will power not to pick up the dish and lick it clean. But, alas, I am a lady so I begrudgingly refrained. The brownies were a perfect addition as the sweetness cut through the bitterness of the well-flavored guinness ice cream and the whisky caramel drizzled on top. We walked away from dinner with an $84 bill for two drinks, a shared plate, two entrees, and a dessert. Pretty reasonable if you ask me. I only wish that I lived in Seattle so we could come here every month for dinner. It's a perfect spot for date night or for a social dinner party with friends. We waddled out of the restaurant loosening our pants stuffed with good food and drinks. It was the perfect end to our Seattle getaway.

    (5)

  • Nicole B.

    From the second I walked into the door, I just should have known that this was just not going to be a pleasant experience. First off, the person at the door made a backhanded comment to us regarding our clothing, it was like 90 so we weren't dressed to the nines, but christ, seriously, a strappy dress with flats isn't so faux paus these days. Our waitress was most unpleasant, very wooden and just not personable, she pretty much ignored us the entire time we were there, which was fine but a refill of water or how is your food would have been delightful. Now the food, small menu which is fine, I actually prefer this but my expectation is that if the chef is going to put out a small menu I expect absolutely stellar food, which this just was not. We both started with the organic greens which was fine, wasn't mind-blowing but that would be asking too much from a bunch of lettuce with some dressing. We got an antipasti to share, which was was okay, maybe if our waitress actually brought us some bread we would have had something to compliment our antipasti but she didn't. He got the hanger steak and I got the lasagna, he was not happy with a bunch of lettuce on a plate with some steak on it, although he enjoyed the steak not so much the ever mounding heap of lettuce that was in the way. The lasagna was bland, oh and burnt around the outer edge, score who doesn't love burnt cheese and pasta topped with bland sauce... We didn't get dessert, I just wanted to leave. We did not feel welcomed from the moment we walked in and I just couldn't take it anymore.. I seriously felt like I was some stupid kid where the staff didn't think I could afford anything on the menu so why bother, I'm 31 and yes I could easily afford the bill. Overall, from my experience, the staff was most unpleasant, the food was bland, boring it wasn't inedible by any means I just don't feel that the quality of food and service that I received was worth the price by a long shot. I should have gone to Dick's. I gave Crow two stars because the cocktail was good and I liked the cucumber chips in the antipasti.

    (2)

  • Jim M.

    Excellent service, very nice 20 wines for $20, superb food (chicken wrapped in proscuitto) and the dark chocolate ice cream with caramel sauce was the perfect ending. Unfortunate though that by the time dinner was finished the "kitchen smell" was pervasive and my clothes still stink this morning. I remember this issue from prior visits. Upgrade the ventilation, please!!

    (4)

  • Patricia E.

    We've been coming to Crow for a few years and every time we've gone, I usually try something new and ALWAYS leave with one thought in mind: "wow, that was the best ____ I've ever had." Doesn't matter what it is - scallops, roasted proscuitto chicken, lasagna, risotto - it's freaking delicious. I recommend sitting at the Chef's counter. It's entertaining to watch the chefs perform their magic and fun to chat with your dining companion as well as the strangers seated next to you. It should be noted, Crow has a great wine list and their 20 for $20 wine nights aren't to be missed. You're going to love this place!

    (5)

  • Beth A.

    Lately, Crow has been disappointing. I don't know what happened to the mouthwatering perfection of the past.

    (4)

  • Nathan T.

    I've eaten here twice now and been very pleased with the experience. Sitting by the kitchen really gives you a chance to see how they are working as a team. The kitchen space is really well organized and well run, and is amazingly quiet, even in the rush times. I know some folks will say the menu is limited, but when you watch the kitchen you really get a sense of what that limitation enables, in that they have a nice simple assembly line and chefs who know how to bang out the few dishes they serve with great consistency. My favorite dish so far is the prosciutto wrapped chicken, which is darn near perfect. They fabricate the chicken and use the breast and thigh for this dish. The chicken is started skin side down in a cast iron skillet on the stove and given about 5 minutes over high heat to really crisp up the skin and ham. Then it is into the oven to cook through in the skillet, about 10 minutes since their are some bones. Then the chicken goes onto a roasting tray and back into the oven and the skillet is pulled onto the stove to make a pan sauce with white wine, chicken stock, garlic, shallots, and some herb. Then blanched green beans are added to the sauce to reheat. Finally the chicken comes out of the oven and the beans and sauce are plated and the chicken is placed on top. From the crisping of the skin, to the perfectly blanched beans, to the presentation that keeps the sauce off of the skin, and even the perfect seasoning on the chicken they are doing everything just right. My only complaint is that the pan sauce could use a little brightness, perhaps some lemon juice, or some balsamic, or perhaps some mustard. I have had great service both times I have been there. One last point is that I love to get such great classic techniques in a place with such a casual vibe. If this had been a venue with white tablecloths and a sommelier they would only have gotten a 4, as they would be compared to other Michelin wannabes in the area. As it is, they absolutely deserve a five as one of the best casual dining options in the area.

    (5)

  • Gabriela S.

    I really like Crow and Betty. Their prices are decent and the food is good. I am disappointed that they had taken the pork chop off their menu and had not brought it back the last time I checked. But, I really haven't been disappointed at either place.

    (4)

  • Jeff K.

    If it wasn't for the overwhelmingly positive hype and rave reviews I'd heard from friends and reviewers about Crow, I probably would have liked it better. We finally checked it out last month on a (rarer than we'd like) date night away from our toddler and baby... we had a great time and the food + service were all around very solid, just quite a bit shy of the raves we've heard. The grilled asparagus and mussels appetizers were outstanding -- yummy crispy bits on fat (but still tender) asparagus pieces, and great salty/savory/just-a-bit-sweet broth with the shellfish.... also one of the signature cocktails my wife tried (I can't remember the name offhand) was also quite good, though a bit over-sweet. Entrees (steak and halibut, respectively) were, again, very solid, just not remarkable -- more in line with other solid standbys like Atlas or Coastal Kitchen than with say Brasaor Stumbling Goat, let alone a Crush or Tilth, etc. Service was also solid but not remarkable, and the bathrooms while clean were surprisingly shabby. All this said -- we'd absolutely go back, and this is not to take away from Crow being very solid -- it's just certainly not jumped into our favorite spots.

    (3)

  • Mandy R.

    Ah, Crow. I've lived in Queen Anne for almost 3 years now... just blocks from this cool hip restaurant, but have never ventured in. I have always wanted to, but just didn't' have someone special to enjoy the moment with. Until now. My boyfriend and I went last night. I think the years of build up left me a bit disappointed. We didn't' have reservations, which perhaps was our mistake, so we were seated in the little table behind the screen behind the door. Yes, behind the door, making it very difficult for our waitress to remember we were there. The ambiance is GREAT. Decor, great. I love the warehouse feel of it, and my BF and i even mentioned that it would be a fun place to renovate into a "Ghost" -type apartment (we are both OBSESSED with Patrick and Demi's place in that film). Unfortunately, the menu was limited (for someone health-conscious like myself, everything was heavy meats, oils, and cheeses--i opted for the soup which was still very oily) and the service was very, VERY slow. It took 10 minutes for BF to get his BEER. Fortunately, the Mediterranean platter we started with did a great job of satisfying both BF and my hunger whilst we waited the good 45 minutes for our main dish. Once it arrived, it was very good. We got the chicken, and it was perfectly tender with a great sauce that i could only DREAM of making in my own kitchen. So, that's good. This place is great if you want a 2 hour dinner--just don't go if you are in a hurry to get someplace afterwords, as the service is lacking a bit. Glad i finally made it in, though... now i don't feel so bad for passing it by all these years! (PS, NOT a good thing to walk by and see the chefs smoking outside the side door... seriously... they were smoking when we left, too... perhaps that's why the food took so long! smoke breaks every 3 minutes!)

    (4)

  • Nikolous F.

    Awesome date restaurant. The menu rotates a bit but always offers a single option of the standard choices: fish, chicken, beef, pork and a vegetarian meal. I've eaten here a few times and always had an enjoyable meal.

    (4)

  • Tom A.

    Thank you, Yelpers of Seattle! Here I am at the foot of Queen Anne - no car, 'cause I took the train. Where do I go to eat? Let's check Yelp... Ah, here's a good sounding spot one block from my hotel! And yes, Crow was very very good. I don't give out that many five-stars, but I can't think of any way my dining experience could have been improved. The hostess was as gracious as they come. I didn't have to wait at all for a seat at the bar, where I was well taken care of. My cocktail, a potent and tart concoction called a Murder of Crows, was very nicely balanced, the special entree was an exquisite steamed clam concoction involving andouille sausage and potatoes, and the tab was pretty reasonable. I imagined for some reason it was going to be cold and severe inside, but it was intimate and warm, with some cool colors on the walls and a very impressive chandelier above the bar. Service was attentive, other folks at the bar were nice and they were playing Coltrane on the stereo. I ask you, how could they improve on that?

    (5)

  • Caleb W.

    Service and food were excellent. Drinks we had weren't amazing. They were interesting, but not a new favorite. Would go back again for dinner before a show.

    (4)

  • Liz S.

    I am finally getting around to writing a review for my dining experience last May. It was amazing! They had a delicious gnocchi dish at the time. It was probably one of the best preparations of gnocchi I have had. Their mixed drinks are pretty yummy too, and the lasagna was apparently tasty as well. I am planning on coming back in the near future for sure!

    (5)

  • Leah K.

    I have been here 4 times. Once for dinner, once for happy hour and twice for their New Years Even Dinner Menu Special Extravaganza!!! I'm not sure if that's what they call it, but they should. It's beautiful. Make a reservation way way in advance. Be prepared to be crammed into a corner like sardines. But I'm telling you, the food you get for a decent price..it makes you gitty. Like gitty gitty. We plan to go every New Years Eve that we possibly can. The service is warm and friendly. The drinks are excellent and I love the space. Check out this hidden place, it will make your toes curl.

    (5)

  • Pat F.

    Amazing new American kitchen with admirable ambiance and affable service. Went here for Seattle restaurant week and loved the portion sizes and tastes. Had a fantastic walnut and pear salad and could really notice the quality of the ingredients. The pork belly on kale and carrots was tender and delectable. Nice thick slice of carrot cake for dessert. Tried the chocolate panna cotta too which was insanely rich. I'll be back.

    (5)

  • Eric B.

    Enjoyed my meal here thoroughly. Great food, hearty portions, friendly service. Excellent polenta, lasagna, and halibut. I'd happily go back any day of the week. Easily accessible, too, and most mains under $20. Thank you, Crow!

    (5)

  • Jesse N.

    Ate there prior to Die Walkure at Seattle Opera. Server was inquisitive and attentive to our timeframe and ensured that we made it out the door in time. Salmon (fish of the day) was wonderfully executed, as was the pappardelle pasta with chanterelles. Dishes are well plated and attractive, in addition to being flavourful. Cocktails are fun and interesting. Space is fun and quirky, but may be loud once the bar gets full. Recommended. We'll be back.

    (4)

  • Ken L.

    Solid choice for dinner. The tenderloin was cooked perfectly with a hill of green beans and mashed potatoes. The braised lamb shank was even better as the tenderness melts in your mouth with an accompaniment of buttery, soft polenta. The dining environment was nicely laid out and seemed to be a date friendly place. Crow is the standard I look for in moderate Seattle restaurants and prices are reasonable to boot.

    (4)

  • Winnie K.

    We went there for dinner on a Saturday evening before the show at McCaw hall. We didn't have a reservation but luckily the bar was open and they served full dinner menu. We ordered the gnocchi and the chicken. It was delicious!! The chicken was totally worth the wait.

    (5)

  • Jim N.

    The cocktails were excellent. The Manhattan was delicious and the martini with the onions was great! The grilled salmon was fantastic but we all feel like we made a mistake with not ordering the chicken. The fried zucchini appetizer was fantastic.

    (4)

  • Noyonima H.

    Such a completely unassuming and non-pretentious place, but don't be fooled. The expertise that flies out of the kitchen is surprising and delicious with every bite. We went there for Seattle Restaurant Week and ordered the $20 bottle of wine to go with our food. Not only was each item delicious, the proportions of everything on the plate was just right. They don't skimp out on size or amount, but it's not grossly overdone either. Definitely hit my sweet spot. Our waitress was very attentive the whole time and sweet. I will be back and I highly recommend this place to anyone.

    (5)

  • Florencia K.

    Went there on a busy Saturday night With 4 of my friends. Got seated right away and the server was nice explaining the menu. After a few chat, we decided to go with the steak, the fish of the day and the boar bolognise. We think that the food were all good especially the steak. The down side is just iwe had too wait for too long till the food arrived. The desserts were not good enough though and not as what we expected. There were not any decoration on it. Well, I may come back there for the steak, not for the dessert for sure.

    (4)

  • Jeff S.

    Tonight was my second meal at Crow and I can tell you the food is fabulous! Every course is spot on with taste and consistency. Prices are a touch above reasonable but if you have the resources...wow! The chicken is superb, incredibly moist with an equally crispy skin. I wish I could pan roast chicken this well. Their salads are amazing, soups are amazing and desserts are amazing. When in Seattle eat dinner here.

    (5)

  • Stephan J.

    This is a great place in Queen Anne for dinner and drinks. The menu is really nice and the service is great. It is close proximity to all the theater venues in the area. Definitely make a reservation as the place was packed this past Saturday evening.

    (4)

  • Kate S.

    Crow has been on my radar for a while now. A good long while. Making my way via bus to Queen Anne always is a bit of an effort though, so my visitation never came around until the very last day of restaurant week this fall. Walking in I immediately liked this place. Dark moody lighting, red walls, wrought iron light fixtures. It is a Kate-kind-of sexy and I felt languid and right at home the moment I walked in the doors. I had pretty much had my mind set on what to get for my 3 course meal. The Prawns with pancetta on grits for the appetizer, the famed prosciutto wrapped chicken as my main entree, and the bourbon cheesecake for dessert. My ever fabulous dinner companion opted for the white salad, lamb on polenta, and the seasonal apple & salted caramel pie. The appetizers were delicious -- the white salad fresh, light, and slightly fishy. My grits were amazing with the bits of pancetta and sauce surrounding the plate. My prawns were slightly overdone and chewy -- but still quite tasty. Onto the entrees! The nibbles of lamb I stole were excellent -- savory and bright. My chicken was amazing -- but sadly the normal green beans were replaced by brussels sprouts. Im obsessed with green beans, but that being said the sprouts were fabulous (especially after swimming in that sexy sauce). The first bite of chicken -- and yup. I see why people rave about this. Juicey, crispy skin and salty prosciutto just making this dish pop. I was blissfully happy until I got about halfway through my chicken, and then...oh dear. It was pink. Really really pink. And extra cut to check and a pouting look to my partner verified it -- this chicken was underdone. It was a FAT piece of chicken and therefore easy to do, so when the waiter was flagged down he immediately recognized this was an issue, swooped my plate up to get it properly cooked and apologized profusely. He even comped my drink for night in an effort to rectify the situation. He was so kind and gracious, and when my chicken returned still juicy and fully-cooked with an extra helping of brussels sprouts added that I couldn't do more than shrug and appreciate how professional Crow was over the whole situation. Dessert was brought on next. I was disappointed with my cheesecake -- there was hardly any flavor coming through and I found myself stealing more than my fair share of CW's apple pie which was warm, decadent, and simply lovely. I really enjoyed my evening here. Crow is a fabulous place for a date night -- great service, lovely cocktails, and delicious food that can even live through the "horror" of being sent back to the kitchen.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    My Wife and I stayed at a hotel in the neighborhood and we walked in without a reservation. They said it was 20 minutes or we could sit at the chefs bar. We decided to get seated and it was a treat watching the chef and his assistant push these very good looking meals out to the restaurant. My wife had a simple pasta dish and was happy. I had the fish of the day that was salmon on to of a mixture of sweet corn, fave beans and snap peas. It was so fresh and tasted wonderful. we started off with the arugula salad with red beets, pistachios and Queso Fresco. It was very nice. If we lived any wear near Seattle we would go back.

    (4)

  • Jillian F.

    Delicious food. I ordered the lasagna and it was amazing. The proportion of cheese and sauce was perfect . The sausage was just a little spicy and you could taste the herbs with every bite. The noodles were home made and melted in my mouth. My boyfriend ordered the chicken wrapped in prosciutto which also was a hit. Everything was cooked to perfection and I doubt that there is not one amazing dish on their menu that isn't cooked to perfection.

    (5)

  • Jessica H.

    I found this amazing place on a little website called Yelp. I had just installed the app on my new IPhone and decided to test it out. I had lived 5 minutes from this place for almost 2 years and never knew about it! From start to finish the service and food was excellent. I personally love it when your waiter/waitress is blunt about what to order and so after giving her my two options she immediately told me the chicken wrapped in prosciutto was the way to go. And it sure didn't disappoint! We ordered the cured meats & cheeses for appetizers and all but licked the plates. We thought that might be socially unacceptable. My cocktail was perfect (wish I could remember the name but grapefruit vodka was in there). Now on to my favorite part of any meal, the dessert. I'll be honest. The names of the desserts weren't all that appetizing-sounding when I viewed the menu online but it just goes to show you should never judge a book by its cover. We ordered 1 of every dessert, which is totally the way to go because all of them were equally delicious. Most surprising was the eggnog semifreddo that just sounded strange to me but ended being a favorite. You're missing out if you haven't tried this place yet!

    (5)

  • Alrick F.

    I went here for a first date after much anticipation on my part from friends telling me how good it was. I had the Pan Roasted Chicken wrapped in proscuitto with green beans. It is the BEST CHICKEN I've ever had. The chicken was very juicy and flavorful and it smelled so good even the next day when I reheated the leftovers. The service was great - they knew when to come by and refill our water glasses or when to leave us alone to our talking. We pretty much stayed until closing time and were the last ones to leave, but no one came over to rush us.

    (4)

  • Martin D.

    Deeeeeliciously nomnomnomerous eats, sweet and helpful servers, surprisingly reasonable prices, and a lovely atmosphere for dates. My date ordered the scallops. They were almost too good to share. I ordered the prosciutto-wrapped chicken. It did not disappoint - tender, buttery savory amazingness. I'm not a wine person, but I understand that their wine bar is quite good.

    (5)

  • Gilad B.

    Did a nice Saturday night there and enjoyed the food. The price was quite reasonable for what it was and is was more happening than i expected. The menu was limited but the food was good. We had a spunky waitress who added a lot to our experience. And when it came to dessert, which it should, I loved the peanut butter chocolate cake.

    (3)

  • Mark V.

    Prosciutto wrapped chicken was outstanding ! Carrot Cake dessert was top shelf, paired with wine discount on Monday evenings you can't ask for a better spot to dine.

    (5)

  • Mitra M.

    The food was not that good here, we were disappointed. The halibut underwhelmed and the gnocchi dish was very salty. The dessert wasn't that yummy either :( Service was great.

    (3)

  • Jenetta H.

    Our experience here was excellent. We arrived early for our reservation and were still seated immediately. This was at 6pm on a Thursday. The environment and ambiance was great, darker with a little tealight on our table. There are tables or you can sit at the bar and watch the cooking action and talk to the chefs. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful in answering our questions. We ordered a wide variety of dishes including, the cheese platter, the celery and potato soup, the ribs, the lasagne, and the chicken. Everything was cooked to perfection and just the right temperature. The green beans were crunchy and very tasty. The only complaint was the noodles on the lasagne were very well done so there wasn't much chew to that dish. It sort of melted in your mouth. I wish we could have stuck around for dessert but we were very filled by the portions they offer. Al around a wonderful experience and one we are eager to repeat soon!

    (5)

  • Lisa B.

    We had wanted to try something different. We loved this restaurant. It was easy to get a reservation the night of. We had great service, great food and a great experience.

    (5)

  • Ana M.

    Sitting at the bar around 5 o'clock I've never had an unhappy hour here. Good choices, especially the wine. The food is good to share with buddies all the standards meat, cheeses, brusquetta, olives, and the ocassional oyster appear.

    (4)

  • Allison E.

    Went her for a business meeting. Great ambiance, excellent food, fun and hip neighborhood vibe.

    (5)

  • Calley Y.

    My boyfriend and I ate here last night, after being completely blown off by the restaurant that we made reservations at. BUT, this restaurant made our night! The food was so amazing. I had the pan roasted chicken, wrapped in prosciutto. Now I usually don't order chicken when I go out, because I can just have it at home, but this changed my mind. The vegetables were made perfectly, and accented the food so well. My boyfriend had the braised lamb, and it literally fell off the bone as he picked at it. It was delicious, and the sauce that accompanied it fit perfectly! Our appetizer was the bruschetta, and I couldn't tell if it was because I was so hungry, or if it really was just so tasty. The only downside was our waiter was very quite, and for being deaf in one of my ears, I couldn't really hear him say the specials, or even his name. But he was present, and got me another glass of wine, right as I finished the first one. The other downside (sorry I said only one earlier) was that it was so cold! We had been walking around in the rain for quite some time, but it was still very chilly. They did however seat us next to a plug in heater. Overall, I'm glad our plans were changed and that we ended up at crow!

    (4)

  • Mich A.

    I love this place. From the decor to the mood lighting, fantastic wine and oh yes yummy food. You pay for what you get and it's worth every penny. I sat at the bar once and watched the cooks do their thing which was enjoyable and I've also dined at a booth. I recommend this place for a romantic night out or just getting dressed up and sitting at the bar.

    (5)

  • Robyn S.

    Loved Crow!!! Can't believe I have never been here before. Came here last weekend with a big group. My bf and I ordered a few of items (cheese plate, bread salad, lasagna and proscuitto chicken) to share. Everything was awesome. The cheese plate was great! Good cheese, with nice rosemary crackers. The bread salad was wonderful with grilled huge pieces of bread, arugula and tomatoes. The lasagna was pretty good, but nothing spectacular...but the chicken - to die for. Very juicy! So, so good! I also tried a piece of the rib eye which was ok...but the chicken was what I remember the most. The ambience was warm and gorgeous. Service was attentive. I really enjoyed my dinner here. Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Nathan W.

    Two words ... Reservation management! I have never waited so long past a reservation time for a table with no apologies from a host or hostess. However, the bartender was great and drinks good. Posting this real time so I'll let you know if the food is any good if we ever get seated.

    (1)

  • Puglette P.

    I really thought the food was excellent--I had the cheese tray and chicken dishes and they were great. But going in on a warm day isn't a good idea. It was like trying to eat in a sauna. The service was fast and friendly despite it being ungodly hot.

    (3)

  • Lisa C.

    I am so happy I had dinner here tonight. The place looks like it was transported straight out of the Mission in San Francisco. It had a bit of an industrial feel, with really nice decor. The food was great. We did the prix fixe menu for $30. We both had gazpacho - excellent! Flavors of cucumber, red pepper, onion and tomato minced very finely and blended well. Excellent soup for a hot summer Seattle day. For entrees I had the amazing chicken wrapped in proscuitto over a bed of green beens... yum! The chicken was so moist and tender and FLAVORFUL. I also really enjoyed the green beans, and the sauce on the plate added great flavor to everything. Mitchell had the pulled pork which came with coleslaw and cornbread - it must have been good because there was nothing left of it at the end. Dessert for me was raspberry-rose sorbet with shortbread cookies - best part of the meal, and Mitchell had a frozen italian custard covered in berries... it was a bit like eating frozen cool whip. Great wine list, good diversity, I noticed they have a carmenere which is the new love of my life for only $25 a bottle - so I'll definitely be going back to try it out.

    (4)

  • Jack S.

    The food was good, but lacked creativity. For Seattle the portions were enormous - which they should have warned us about ahead of time. The entrees were better than the appetizers. Would go back because it is very accessible, but I can't rave about it the way that others have.

    (3)

  • Linda D.

    Excellent food and service. Interesting gothy ( but cool and not morbid) decor.

    (4)

  • Llandis C.

    At first I was dreading eating at this restaurant, mainly due to the fact that instead of it being my choosing it was my family's decision. Once we entered I noticed it gave off a very urban, hip atmosphere. Once we were seated the server immediately gave us her full attention, and was extremely nice. Once we got our food I was doubly impressed. The food was presented very well, and it looked extremely tasty. We ordered the clam appetizer, which was very tasty, and the clams were fresh and tender. The main dishes arrived soon after, and among the four of us we ordered the Arugula Bread Salad, the Beef Cheek dish, the Boubouille, and the Pan Fried Chicken wrapped in porsciutto. All in all, it was a great meal!

    (5)

  • Kosta K.

    I had made a reservation through open table which somehow got lost. The management and staff made sure we got a table. It is unusual for a restaurant to be this accommodating. In addition, all the dishes here are delicious. I've never been disappointed. I had the fish of the day (halibut) that was probably the best halibut I've ever had.

    (5)

  • Luca T.

    Unusual name for a restaurant and I would say appropriate name considering the atmosphere! It didn't blow my mind but overall it was OK Good service Reasonable price Good food although not my favorite

    (3)

  • Desiree H.

    I love the portion to value ratio and the food is very yummy. I had the gnocchi and it was amazing, and the soup of the day (Celery Root and Potato) was balanced very well with a great texture. I really liked the space and service was very attentive. But, my favorite is the $20 wine bottle special, that is a great deal. I can't wait to try this place again sometime.

    (4)

  • Nick H.

    No one likes to eat crow... unless you've been to this fine dining establishment. I started off with their "Murder of Crows" cocktail, which I believe contained Absolut Citron, Mandarin and possibly some Chambord. It came with a sugar rim and it tasted like a fruitier version of a lemon drop. It's a little sweeter than I usually like, but I thought it looked interesting and knew what I was getting into. For the second drink I ordered my trusty old friend, the manhattan with a twist. Which arrived with a cherry. "Minus one star," I said to my fellow yelper friend's amusement. I'm sorry Crow, I like you, but I'm very particular about my cocktails and if I order a twist it means I don't want sweet "cherry" juice spoiling the bourbon. The food was scrumptastic. Is that a word? It is now. My yelpstress and I both had the grapefruit endive salad, which came with hazelnuts, gorgonzola and little wedges of grapefruit. It was a wonderful mix of flavors--bitter and sweet, nutty and tangy. I highly recommend it. We split an order of bruschetta and their lasagna. Both were delicious, but even though I enjoyed it I felt the lasagna was kind of ordinary. Very tasty to be sure, but no more remarkable than lasagna I've made at home. There were some more interesting-looking dishes on the menu but I think I was in the mood for some comfort food. Their endive salad shows they have a talented chef, so next time I'll be more adventurous when ordering an entree. This is definitely a place to which I will return.

    (4)

  • James W.

    Visited Crow with a large group of friends to celebrate my partner's birthday. The staff was very friendly and helpful in accommodating our large party of 12. The ambiance is dark but modern, bordering between fine dining and gastropub. The food was consistent, but not overwhelmingly good. I had a steak, which was cooked to perfection, though the cut itself was a bit fatty. The food was all presented nicely and the portion sizes were reasonable. The cocktail menu is creative and the drinks well-made. They allowed us to bring in cupcakes from Trophy and didn't charge a plating fee! The server even brought a lit birthday candle for the birthday boy...a very nice touch! The prices are steep but not outrageous. All-in-all, I'd visit again, and I do recommend Crow for large groups.

    (4)

  • Pete S.

    solid food, good service, and fair prices. their wine list is particularly nice with lots of good options in the $30 range. highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Karen S.

    Went to Crow as an afterthought this evening, as the place we'd originally intended to go before our show was too busy (Toulouse Petit). What a happy change of plans!! I'd eaten here once before and thoroughly enjoyed it, but this time sealed the deal. As we didn't have reservations, we had to sit at the chef's counter (darn!), which couldn't have been more fabulous. I went with one of my daughters who, like myself, is a devout foodie and an avid cook. What a joy to behold the smooth, seamless and expert preparation of so much delicious food!! Portions were ample, ingredients absolutely fresh (watched a guy pull a flat of still-growing sprouts out a cooler and snip some off for a garnish). The plating and presentation of everything was gorgeous and the menu clearly seasonal. We shared a crab & avocado salad on butter leaf lettuce with a light vinaigrette, rich and delectable. We then each got the daily fish special (Copper River salmon grilled and served with sauteed pea vines, morels and shelled peas in a butter sauce) and it was deee-lectable!! Every bite perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, perfectly delicious. I don't usually get salmon out, but it was incredible in the hands of Crow. My daughter's drink was stiff, ample and made perfectly to order. Service here is impeccable, not intrusive yet consistently attentive and friendly. Crow manages to somehow be both classy and unpretentious at the same time. Nothing ruins a good dining experience like snooty, pretentious staff and there was none of that to be found here in this relaxed, upscale casual establishment. Crow, you have succeeded in officially ranking in the realm of "One of My Favorite Restaurants in Seattle". I'll be back (soon!).

    (5)

  • Lori M.

    I came here for restaurant week and the prixe fix menu. At other restaurants during these special dining weeks, we've had poor service and mediocre food. Not at Crow! It was the BEST restaurant week/ dine around Seattle that I've ever been to! The food was just delicious (and the portion sizes were generous!) Our server was pleasant and helpful in choosing dishes. Our water glasses stayed filled and they were quick to help clear plates, etc. The only difficulty was that because of the tall ceilings and bare walls and floors the place got really loud so it was sometimes hard to hear. But overall, it was an amazing dining experience. Parking was easy to find on the street on a Monday evening.

    (5)

  • Sonya G.

    Yum, yum, yum, yum, YUM! I honestly don't even remember what I ate here, but I know we left dinner full and salivating in recent memory. What stood out to me, however, was our incredible waiter. He carded me when I ordered my wine, and much to my dismay, I opened my purse to discover I had left my ID in the bag I had been using during the day. I *never* forget things like that and was mortified, to say the least. The waiter, bless his heart, explained that since he had asked, he couldn't un-ask and very sadly couldn't serve me alcohol until I proved my age. He was probably as beet red with embarrassment about this as I was... Knowing I would need my ID later in the night, I called my boyfriend and asked him to drive over with my wallet. Flash forward, I have my ID and finally am able to show it to our waiter. All through the process, he apologized again and again, saying that he wished he hadn't asked, of course I look old enough, etc, etc. That glass of wine had at least two and a half servings in it. Oooohhhh, and it was worth the wait!

    (4)

  • Michelle S.

    I was disappointed with the food and service at Crow and will not go there again anytime soon. We ordered the: $7 minestrone soup - good $14 crab and avocado salad - delicious $27 Copper salmon entree. The entire dish way too salty (salmon, morel mushrooms, and spinach). $17 Grilled pork tenderloin. The dish came with 5 slices of pork on top of a salad. The two center pieces of pork were not cooked thoroughly and was raw in the middle. When the waiter came by to clear our plates, he never checked in on how our food was, I told the him my dish was good but a few pieces were undercooked. He said, "That's how we cook it here. Some people don't like their pork cooked that way and you are one of those people." WHO SAYS THAT?????? I was not expecting the waiter to respond in such a rude way. It's not like I was blaming him for the food. I just wanted to provide feedback. My friends didn't want to say anything about their salty salmon after his response. For dessert, we shared the chocolate banana cake. The description of the dessert was nutella ganache, bruléed bananas and rum caramel. When the dish came, the dessert was a six inch strip of layered brownie with 3 slices of thin banana. Good but not worth the $8 price. Wha wah waaaaaa.

    (2)

  • MJ A.

    Deeee-licious seasonal fare with the added bonus of an awesome server. We were really pleased with this neighborhood joint, and would recommend it. We'll be back for more soon.

    (4)

  • Skip R.

    Great food and atmosphere. Visiting here From Chicago and I give this place high marks. Great wine value during the week, 20 wines at $20 per bottle, hard to beat that.

    (4)

  • Kate B.

    The space is dark and intimate, the drinks were tasty and the chocolate dessert with a hazelnut ganache will have me return. I was a little disappointed in the chicken wrapped in prosciutto. I was expecting a little more prosciutto for something described like that. Show me the pork. It was just good chicken with some salty bits. The clams with chorizo and potatoes with a tomato broth were good and I don't even like clams. The sausage and broth-that-could-be-mopped made it. I would definitely go back and try some of the other dishes. The scallops looked amazing. And did I mention that chocolate dessert? More, please!

    (4)

  • Brynne H.

    For the first Restaurant Week, my friend C and I went to Betty. This time around, we came to Crow, and I am oh, so happy that we did. First of all, I love the small menu (the regular menu, I mean), and they get it right in that everything we tried off of it was fantastic as it has to be when you have a small menu. For a starter, I had the sauteed prawns over creamy grits. It was good in ways I'd never known grits could be. It was good in ways that make me think I'm probably going to start cooking with grits myself. Gah. Such goodness. Second thing that I loved so much was the decor and general ambiance of the place. The lighting was super flattering, and the red glow from the walls and curtains made everyone look super healthy and gorgeous (great in a date spot, right?). The food looked beautiful, too, but I'm thinking it would've looked beautiful with a pen light in a dark closet, so... Third, the service was great. We had a reservation, and even though there were four of us, they gave us a great table kind of seated towards the back and near the windows. It was a big table, and I love it when places don't try to cram groups of four at small tables to save the bigger tables for larger groups that may or may not come. Total bonus points for that! We never felt rushed, and our server was helpful with suggestions (and he was right, the Murder of Crows drink was fabulous!), quick with water and bread refills and just generally made an already great experience better. For main course, I had the braised ribs over the potato puree (came with crisp, fresh green beans!!!). The meat was fork tender, melt in your mouth good. Just absolutely delicious. Everything about it was so, so good. Dessert was actually my least favorite part (possibly I was too stuffed to enjoy it?), but ironically the dessert I thought I'd like the least was the one I liked the most. That was the maple walnut sundae, by the way. Anyway, Crow gets two very big, enthusiastic thumbs up. A great place for a date, a lingering dinner with friends, a birthday celebration or even just a great place to go for great food - I'd sit solo at the bar for more of those grits and prawns!

    (5)

  • Adam K.

    I really enjoyed Crow. We had excellent service and the ambiance was cozy. The food was very tasty (I had the steak), and my only complaint was that they gave me too much food! Silly thing to complain about, I know, but I didn't feel like bringing it on the rest of my date and I hate letting good food go to waste.

    (4)

  • Chris O.

    Cool ambiance. We had good service, though the entrees took quite awhile to come out. The food is variable, from ok to excellent. I'd say the entrees looked to be uniformly very good, everything else variable. The bread is decent. The prosciutto chicken is excellent. The green beans are good. The potato side is only ok. The white bean soup is very good. The mixed greens were only ok. The gnocchi was very good. Good place for a date. The booths are wood with no padding but worked out ok. No Heffeweisen available. The prices are not cheap but are reasonable.

    (4)

  • Perry N.

    Outstanding! A local brought me here and I was so glad he did. Great service from Ian at the bar and an excellent meal. We started with some of the tastiest oysters I've ever eaten followed by pork tenderloin that melted in my mouth. The succotash of fresh vegetables with the pork was amazing! Can't wait to come back the next time I'm in Seattle!

    (5)

  • Chris D.

    For some reason almost all of my yelp reviews happen when I'm traveling on business. This affects the places I end up visiting -- ideally interesting non-touristy places where the pretentious factor is low and I don't feel pathetic or out of place dining solo. As my current hotel overlooks south lake union and features a massive Hooters franchise across the street I was doubly determined to strike out on foot to see what I could find. Crow was perfect - solo dining at the bar or another tabletop that overlooks the kitchen area with great cocktails and food. The Royal Pimm's Cup (Pimm's herbal liquor, fresh lemon, lime & soda) and the Cucumber Gimlet (hendrick's gin, cucumber & lime) were absolutely fantastic. I was expecting them to come in standard glassware though so I had a momentary masculinity crisis when the somewhat colorful liquors were served up cosmo-style in martini glasses. For some ridiculous reason I prefer clear concoctions if I'm drinking from a martini glass - I know, silly really. Fantastic drinks and great bartender though. Food was another win. I literally can't remember the last time I chose "the chicken dish" from a restaurant menu but based on the reviews of the prosciutto wrapped chicken with green beans I couldn't resist and was glad I did. Excellent, all around.

    (4)

  • Jasmine R.

    Umm, I LOVED this place! Our sever was awesome without trying, the drinks he suggested were awesome, and the food was all perfect! We all had something different so we all got to try each others dinner and hands down there wasn't anything that failed. The chicken was perfectly done; the antipasti plate was the best I've seen in Seattle thus far, lasagne - perfect, and clams - again, perfect! I'm glad to have tried this place, finally! On top of all this, the servings are not skimpy, but they're not so big that you think you're eating at a chain. I don't know how you could not like this place?!

    (5)

  • Mark M.

    Wonderful dinner, service and ambiance. Try the chicken, you won't be dissapointed!

    (5)

  • Dave S.

    Went back to Crow again last night and had an outstanding meal. We sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen, chatted with the chefs as they worked and watched them create some amazing dishes. I had the best salmon I've ever had. And thats after growing up and spending 43 years in Seattle where there is no shortage of the pink fish. Copper River salmon cooked rare. Silky and smooth, and the most flavorful ever. We also had the pork loin which was also amazing. You can't go wrong at Crow.

    (5)

  • Rick C.

    Great wine bar. Can't really comment on the food other than an antipasti platter we shared which was excellent. Wine list is pretty extensive and the prices not out of this world. Cool, hip, loft type atmosphere. Brien the bartender was great. The food that we saw a being delivered to tables looks delicious. Busy place on a Friday night so plan ahead.

    (4)

  • Avitania B.

    At Crow, you'll find a fresh take on American comfort food, though I'd say it's a little on the pricey side for a casual weeknight meal. I like that the menu's small and offers seasonal selections. I hadn't been to Crow in a year or so, during a winter where they had a deeeelicious cassoulet on the menu. No cassoulet when we went last night, but it was still hard trying to decide which of all the tasty-sounding offerings to order. My husband and I ended up ordering three dishes to share: chopped salad, prosciutto-wrapped chicken, and the strip steak. Chopped Salad: Romaine, gorgonzola, beets, and potatoes with a creamy - yet delicate - dressing. Simple and tasty, though the salad was a little overdressed. Prosciutto wrapped chicken - The best dish, and a regular on the menu! Perfectly cooked, tender, juicy chicken with green beans, resting on a delicious pan sauce. Yum, yum. Strip steak - The meat itself was nothing to write home about, but the morel mushrooms served overtop made it a standout. I also really liked the grilled asparagus that accompanied the steak. The only thing I would have appreciated would have been a starch with it -- the dish needed some potato, or something. Between the richness of the steak and mushrooms, it was almost a little *too* savory. Service was fantastic. We had to switch tables because we were seated next to a large, boisterous group and it was so loud my husband and I were having trouble having a conversation. Our server was very nice and understanding. I've heard so much about the desserts here, but I was too stuffed after my dinner to even consider it. Next time I'm at Crow, I will definitely consider having dessert first so I can finally try them. :)

    (4)

  • Henry S.

    I went there with my friends on a Friday night to have dinner. 8 of us were nicely seated right away and the waitress was very attentive and helpful. Our glasses were all filled with water and he asked we wanted to order drinks. Now that's a good start. Everything kinda spiralled from there. After the waitress took our order, we had to wait for 45 mins till we got our food. And the bread along with olive oil & vinegar that they served were horrible. Food is very mediocre. From the beet salad, prosciutto wrapped chicken, pork chop, and lasagna. The best dish was perhaps their daily special, a pan crusted fish. Even that was just an average. I'm very disappointed as I kinda had a high hope for this place based on the reviews, especially for this price. I'd have given this a three stars for the generous portion but again, I'd rather have a less quantity but better quality.

    (2)

  • Jonny K.

    Outstanding service! Elegant, yet relaxed ambiance; I was comfortable in flip flop sandals here. The food...decadent in presentation and orgasmic in favors. We dined as kings and shall return again soon!

    (5)

  • Tyler L.

    Amazing food in an unassuming part of Seattle. Crow is a trendy modern restaurant in a surprising part of town. Started with the tortilla soup which was good, but nothing outstanding. However, the wild boar and spaghetti was absolutely amazing. The boar was like delicious flavorful meatballs in spaghetti noodles. Slightly spicy from the seasoning, but delectable. It is more of a wine place than beer, but the selection is very good. I appreciated that I got to taste the glass of cotes du Rhone first. Sit at the chef's bar to enjoy watching the various dishes be prepared. Even the chefs are pretty friendly when they aren't busy with 12 dishes at once.

    (5)

  • Me H.

    First piece of advice if you are planning on going at say 7pm on a Saturday night and don't want to wait make reservations otherwise you'll end up waiting, stupid boys who think they know me but don't make reservations, anyways moving on... In my opinion this is not a very good date place, it's very noisy so if you're trying to hold an intimate conversation it's not going to be very successful you can try but unless you're sitting right next to each other instead of across the table from each other you'll fail. They have a limited by the glass wine list which stinks but plenty of cocktails and beer to pick from; I went with a glass of their Pinot Noir and was very pleased with it. The menu is small but has a nice variety and something for everyone except maybe not a vegan but I'm not 100% sure. I've enjoyed the chicken wrapped in prosciutto always wonderful. I've had the pork tenderloin with black beans and an avocado cream sauce which has was cooked perfectly but my most recent trip I had the fish of the day which was grilled halibut severed with curry lentils and cauliflower topped with a cilantro pesto. Visually it wasn't very pretty or inviting. The curry lentils kind of reminded me of baby poop but the halibut with the pesto was a party in my mouth. And the lentils were flavorful and filling not poopy at all but I wasn't a fan of the cauliflower, I could have done without the cauliflower but that was more a personal thing than Crow's cooking. The last time I came for dinner and had the halibut an odd thing happened, my dates dinner arrived before mine. He started digging in instead of waiting for mine which was actually a good thing because mine took another five or more minutes to make it to out table and I'm sure his would have started getting cold by than. At least I had some oyster as an appetizer so I wasn't starving or anything but still I found this odd. I wondered for a second if maybe Crow was a Thai or Vietnamese restaurant because they tend to do things like this all the time but I knew it wasn't. heh My second and last piece of advice it's in Queen Anne so parking stinks, if you find street parking four blocks away you may want to take it because by the time you come back to get it someone will have already taken it making you have to park five blocks away instead.

    (4)

  • Lisa G.

    Came here with two girlfriends on a busy Saturday night. I highly reccommend making a reservation, you would probably wait a while if not and it seems to be the protocal. I ordered the lasagna which I believe for Seattle standards was pretty good (however I've had much better, in New York though not sure if that counts). My friends ordered the chicken and the fish, which I tasted both and have to say were very average pretty bland even, especially for the price point I was expecting more flavor. However the atmosphere is really nice, and the service was great as well. Overall the food isn't worth the price, but I would for sure come back for wine and dessert! Pros: Ambience, friendly service, full bar, takes reservations Cons: Just average food for the price

    (3)

  • A M C.

    I liked the atmosphere and I thought the prices were fair. My cassoulet was huge and could have been shared by two with an appetizer.

    (4)

  • Karl H.

    Our evening at crow almost didn't happen. The long and the short of it... I was wrong an my wife was right. Not something I'm exactly happy about and I'm definitely glad she doesn't Yelp. I'm glad she ended up being stubborn enough NOT to accept the fact that I had something planned on Tuesday (which was the only day she wanted to do this thing). Because, this 3 courses for $25.00 is actually a good deal. Apparently, I didn't know that we were catching this great deal on the ass end of its promotional run so we really only had Tuesday to eat at the one place we really wanted to try out and that was CROW. It was a great choice I have to say. We met up with a few friends and all went a different route on our meals. This gave us ample sampling opportunities. I think the stand outs for the evening was the braised pork osso bucco and the pan roasted chicken with prosciutto. They were definitely note worthy. Also, noteworthy was their selection of house cocktails. Remember this... Scottish Meadows. This should make your server smile. All in all it was worth the drive from the east side in the middle of a rain storm during the height of rush hour traffic to dine here.

    (4)

  • Alisa B.

    They've gotten better! I don't know how or why but they have! Their prices are still utterly awesome, their drinks are still spot on, their service is still impeccable, the chefs are still totally sweet and the decor is still gothically friendly... but the food has gotten better! We went here before SEAF the other night and shared a plate of Pork Osso Bucco... the polenta under that hunk of pork was TO DIE FOR! and the pork itself? Perfectly done, falling off the bone, melting in your mouth awesome! I have never had one done so perfectly EVER! Yum yum yum yum yum yum... think I might start coming back weekly ; )

    (5)

  • Paul P.

    I think that if you don't enjoy crow, you may be broken inside. The food is always fantastic, and the staff is always great. My wife and I will often come and just share an appy, entree, and dessert so that we can get the full experience without eating too much. Last night we did the cheese plate, prociutto-wrapped chicken, and banana/chocolate cake. Fantastic. If it's just two of you I highly recommend sitting at either bar. Last night was the first time we've sat at the chef's bar and it was great just watching them work. BTW, I'd recommend getting a meat of some type here as that's really where they shine, versus a pasta dish (although they're good too!)

    (5)

  • Hannah C.

    Happy hour is great, and their rather short menu actually helps them to perfect every single item on it! Bartenders and staff are very helpful and friendly, My favorite is the chorizo clams and the chicken!

    (5)

  • Cathy S.

    I absolutely love Crow. Last weekend was the second time my husband and I have been here. The last time we ate at Crow was for one of the 3 courses for $30 events. We certainly loved our meal, but always dislike how the $30 dinner selections are limited and wanted to come back to Crow for their regular menu. During this visit, Crow didn't disappoint. We were seated immediately for our 5:30PM reservation and surprisingly it was packed too. Our server came by and poured our water glasses and took our drink orders. The martinis are amazing (I had the haiku) with unique flavors and combinations. After enjoying the curred meat plate we enjoyed the most amazing piece of homemade lasagna ever and the pan roasted chicken. The meals were sooo delicious and the attention to detail was noticeable. We also had amazing service an this is why I gave Crow 5 stars. Be sure to try the pineapple-ginger upside down cake for dessert, it's out of this world! We'll be back for dinner again!

    (5)

  • Cathy G.

    Very upscale. Sleek. Fun atmosphere. I rounded up from 4.8 my only drawback was that it got noisy -hmm a sign of popularity! I am beginning my review before a very long day and may fill in more details later. My personal best.. the hollandaise sauce on the asparagus with hollandaise. next time I am having a large plate of asparagus! OK it may sound funny but just you wait! I had a tender succulent halibut, cooked perfectly. Moist, tender with a lovely light sauce/juice. The accompanying cherry tomatoes and baby potatoes highlight the halibut - I might have preferred a quiet rice. The entry is pleasant and airy.There is room for movement. We were in a back side room with planty of room for people. I can see a larger capacity possible in a pinch. I appreciated privacy. The table setting gleamed in an ev half darkness. I liked the feel of the wine glasses. Before attending this elegant change of pace (for me) dinner I previewed the menu. There are several more dishes to try and soem to settle on to have as favorites.

    (5)

  • Hayley D.

    This place has a great vibe. Happy hour is great $5 wine, $4 drafts, $4 Mixed drinks and Specials for martinis. I had the $5 HH plates of meats, olives and another plate of ricota cheese, hummus and pita. Good snacks to share with one. Bartender was great and attentive too! We will be back for sure!

    (4)

  • Poulina K.

    Crow is a no frills establishment with a menu of a few items. However, this is a place that prepares these few items with perfection. I was conflicted between 3 and 4 start, although everything we had was flavorful and well executed, it didn't wow me enough to put Crow on my "I must come here again soon" list. The ambiance of this restaurant is warm, inviting and casually upscale. Staff was attentive and cordial. As I mentioned earlier, the menu will not overwhelm you with selections, but pretty much anything you order will be very satisfying. Before we made reservations, I looked on Yelp and determined that we had to order their signature Pan Roasted Chicken. I can always trust my fellow Yelpers, the dish did not disappoint. Perfectly tender, juicy chicken flesh, with salty prosciutto on top to create a harmony of flavor, accompanied by sauteed green beans. Other sampling included: - Fresh oysters: buttery, creamy, delicious - Fried Green Tomatoes: Crispy batter on the outside, tender sweet and slightly tangy tomato on the inside with a slice of fresh mozzarella on top. - Fish of the Day - Halibut and Prawn Stew. I love it when seafood is cooked just to the point of the tender flesh changing color. Stewed in a house tomato base. Great bottle of malbec to round up the meal. P.S. One big suggestion: something has to be done about the floor surface. The polished concrete of the restaurant is a death trap for ladies in heels. It's like an ice ring, very dangerous. I watched a few women struggle with the floor, including myself.

    (4)

  • Richard N.

    Checked on Yelp so we followed the leed. Parking was a little tuff to find or maybe I not a city slicker. The effort payed off big time. The food, service and atmosphere where just what we were looking for. Our waitress did an excellent recommendation in pairing our wine. To bad Im twelve hours away but when Im intown I will dine here again.

    (4)

  • Katie V.

    I have heard about Crow from several people and had been really wanting to try the place. My first visit did not disappoint! Stopped in after a concert at McCaw Hall, at about 9:30. We were able to be seated right away, and the service was great. We weren't too hungry so we shared a salad and an entree. The chicken was soooo good. It was incredibly moist. The waiter didn't give us any 'attitude' about us sharing dishes, either, which was refreshing. Had a couple glasses of wine, and it was a great end to the evening. I would go back anytime!

    (4)

  • Dave A.

    I had originally planned to give Crow a 3 star rating, as I kept thinking "meh, I suppose it was ok". However, when you have a fairly large bill, you expect something more than "meh". Us and the location: We went with a decently large group of people, had reservations. We were seated just fine. The building itself was nice, tables were nice, seems like a nice date atmosphere, easy to hear people. Drinks: They were fine, nothing special, fairly expensive. Nothing to write home about. Appetizers: We had oysters, they were somewhat fishy tasting. None of the group liked them very much. We also had a meat plate. Nothing great about it, again, fairly expensive for nothing special. Soup: They had some type of mexican tomato soup. They said it had a "kick", but it was actually very mild in flavor, not very spicy. Main courses: I heard the chicken was decent. The lasagna was a bit burnt on the top edges, not very tasty (somewhat bland again). The risotto was decent. The wild boar was decent. Desserts: Apple pie was bland. Gingerbread pudding was not great. Maple syrup sundae (or something like that?) was ok, nothing special. Service: We had to ask for water refills a few times, service wasn't very attentive. Our food took a fairly long time to get ready (we're talking well over an hour from when we ordered). We had to wave someone down for desserts, again, just not very attentive. Summary: In general no one was excited about the food, the service was not attentive, and so for the price, it was a very poor deal.

    (2)

  • Rob W.

    I've been here twice in the last two weeks and will definitely be making it a regular spot. Menu is somewhat limited, but what they offer is good. On one occasion I had the pan roasted chicken as my main - it is enormous and very, very good. Excellent flavors and a high quality piece of meat; it made me really want to see them do quail or squab as I am sure they'd do a great job. The second time I went I had the crab and avocado salad. Also a generous portion (I think if you did three full courses here you wouldn't be able to move afterward) with some of the best butterhead lettuce I have ever had. Dressing left something to be desired, but it was good nonetheless.

    (4)

  • Robbie T.

    Go during the week, Brian is a fantastic barman and his cocktail are great. The food is consistently good, it's modern american fare so you get a tasty balanced meal and nice sized portion. It's expensive but it tastes like the stuff is fairly fresh. The atmosphere is dark and romantic. I like it but it's just to dark to read if that helps. I will definitely keep returning

    (5)

  • Sarah G.

    Visited the Crow for the first time last night with a group of friends. I cannot say anything but "fabulous". The service was outstanding, the food from appetizers to entrees are generous portions and mouth watering. The only downside is the parking, but otherwise I would recommend this establishment for anyone looking for a romantic evening or unwinding with friends.

    (4)

  • Laura Z.

    The Crow is our local nice restaurant. It's right down the street from my apartment and serves amazing food! My favorite is the prosciutto wrapped chicken! Holy god! Crunchy, flavorful and decidedly one of my favorite items on their menu. We had some amazing asparagus to start as well as a fresh spring veggie soup. The service the first time we went was very uppity, but in all fairness we hadn't made reservations and they were expecting a full house that night. Next time we go, I want to watch them prepare the food at the bar.

    (4)

  • Michelle Z.

    I'm crowing for Crow - WOW, I'd heard good things but I am happy patron when all the buzz and positive hearsay becomes actuality - and my experience at Crow was just that. I dined here with my bf and another couple before going to the ballet, we were the early bird special kids, eating at 5:45 sharp. Nice. Regardless our server was very knowledgeable and friendly, and made a conscious effort to have our dishes ready, served, and check in hard promptly at 7 to make it in time to our show, with a poignancy that never made us feel rushed. In an effort to order different entrees than my dining companions, I opted for the beef spare ribs, although I was eyeballing the prosciutto wrapped chicken, as yelp proclaimed, even people who NEVER order chicken at a restaurant break their rule to order this chicken at Crow. My dining companions opted for the special - black cod with a bacon-brussel sprout hash and the lasagne. I have to say I was impressed by the sizable portions - HUGE! Much more than your average fine dining establishment, and it wasn't like they were compensating for flavor, because there was plenty of great tastes to go around. Overall, 5 stars wholeheartedly. I will be back definitely. I have to say, it's always a pleasure to find a restaurant that has so a menu with so many desirable options that you have to play roulette with it's menu. Well done.

    (5)

  • David K.

    A week of work was exiting with a cold wet dark Friday night. We were determined to fight the malaise with a new dining experience. Comparing our bucket list, one friend shouted out "Crow", and off we were. The signage and building façade screams "been here forever". We were just happy to get out of the rain. We were promptly seated, in what is a comfortable but not pretentious ambiance. The wait staff was knowledgeable and friendly, unfortunately they forgot about our drink order, and even after we reminded him, it took quite a while. The food made up for the drink order wait. We started with a potato leek soup. The soup was a larger portion than I expected, was completely puréed. Flavors were well balanced. Entries were butternut squash risotto and traditional cassoulet. The traditional cassoulet was made with pork, duck and white beans. Large portion, easily enough for two. The butternut squash risotto, featured wilted kale and parmesan. I always chuckle when I see "wilted kale", does kale ever wilt? The portion and flavors were exactly what I expected, I would reorder this entrée. For a while we did forget about the rain and the work week that was. I need to move "Crow" from the bucket list to "need to revisit - soon".

    (4)

  • Katie R.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. The food is always impressive and SO delicious. I usually get the special - regardless of what it is - because it's guaranteed to be great! If there are oysters on the menu, I always ask first thing if there are any left as they go quickly. Martinis are delish and wine pours are good. Love the "fancy casual" atmosphere. You can do a casual evening or dress up and still fit in just fine (like most places in Seattle, truth be told). Servers are attentive and knowledgable about the menu and the wine list. I also love the sister restaurant Betty at the top of QA but for some reason Crow has better food in my mind :) I shall now read the rest of the reviews for Crow and no longer trust the opinions of anyone who doesn't like the food here! (Feel free to do the same with me Yelpers).

    (5)

  • emily r.

    If I'm ever missing, check the bar at Crow. Admittedly, I've only had dinner in the restaurant once. But that's because I LOVE the bar, and the bartenders, and the people who frequent the bar, so that's where I post up. A lot. Specialty cocktails change seasonally, and these guys obviously have a blast doing proper R&D before penning the final mix. Sparkling Mint Julep has taken me down many-a-time. Champagne, bourbon, mint, I don't know what else. I don't need to. I just go to Crow and order it whenever I want. Two staples on the dinner menu: lasagne, and roasted chicken. I *never* order chicken. Who goes to a restaurant and orders chicken? Pshaw. Sometimes at Crow, I order the chicken. And usually someone else at the bar will be like "omigod I never order chicken but I crave the chicken dish here." And I'm all "mmm hmmm" with my mouth full. OH and the wine list rocks. By the glass or bottle. They're good about changing it up, and always have a red and white glass feature. I typically go for the feature because it always kicks ass. The guy buying wine there has a superb palate. He can stay.

    (4)

  • Jacob H.

    On the North residential side of Seattle Center, Crow sits along a foodie urban renewal district. You can bet I will spend several of my next Seattle trips trying the dining in this area. Crow wins with presentations. The Servers are model gorgeous, the mood is dark and quiet, and the motif is artsy and elegant, if not downright modern. I ordered the chicken, which the waitress said was a locals' favorite. I could only describe it as elegantly displayed soul food. It was lightly fried over green beans and smothered in gravy. It's as if my Great-Grandmother from Mississippi did a home cooking assignment at a French culinary school. The chicken itself was perhaps too salty, but with the gravy, the result was addictive decadence. The bread was soft and fresh--I even liked the butter. The only area I can mark down is the bar. The bartender didn't seem to have passion for mixing drinks. She tended to like the local beers and wines. Which is fine, but I want a good Manhattan... you can't win them all. Elegant soul food and a beer. Women, take your man out to this place and he'll reward you mightily.

    (4)

  • Katie T.

    Great atmopshere and delcious food! The gnocci was fantastic and my friend who had the lasagna loved it! I would definently go back!

    (4)

  • Laura B.

    This place has consistently hit the mark for me. Seeing as it is in my neighborhood I've managed to make my way over here a few times and have always had wonderful food. Last time I was there I had the cassoulet which was superb. It is also great for a late dinner. Instead of trying to beat the rush, don't fight it and head over to Crow after the rush has died down and the atmosphere is much quieter and more relaxed.

    (4)

  • Marc M.

    Went here on a Sunday night for anniversary. It was great. Excellent, knowledgeable new waiter helped us pick a 20 dollar bottle of wine off the 20 for 20 wine list (Sunday-Tues) that was great. We had great appies and had a whole stuffed trout and pork belly with white beans. Both were spot on. Non-pushy waiters.

    (5)

  • Rose S.

    MMMMmmmmm! I've been wanting to try Crow for years and FINALLY made it in. Started with the fava bean and english pea bruschetta (with fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes) and it was deeeeelish. I'm super stoked that fava beans and sweet peas are so "in" right now. Just sayin'. For entrees, my boyfriend had the ribeye topped with blue cheese on a cucumber tomato salad... he didn't share much with me but the bite I did have was tasty. I had the pork tenderloin, and it was cooked to perfection! Never in my life have I has such succulent, tender pork. It came with a corn/pepper/arugula salad. Good and good for you. I was too full for dessert, but will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu, and their sweets. Oh yes, and our server was quite nice as well.

    (4)

  • Kathleen M.

    Oh, Queen Anne. I am totally crushing on you right now. Went to Betty on Wednesday night and my gal pal and I swung into Crow on Thursday. Didn't realize they are sister restaurants until I sat down and the server mentioned it. I got a tad nervous thinking menus were going to be exactly the same, but I only recognized one item from Betty's menu. This was a whole new ballgame. Kicked it off with an 'O' Pear...Clear Creek Pear Brandy, Bartlett Pear Pruee, and Prosecco, which was perfectly refreshing. Had the pomegranate and date salad with pecans and LOVED it. Vinaigrette was perfect and lightly tossed on bibb lettuce. Pecans were spiced with something oh so good that I wanted to inhale this salad with one gulp, but my mom taught me that isn't very lady like, so I used my fork. Hands down one of the best salads I have ever had. This salad and I are in love. We shared the scallops with bacon and greens in a light cream sauce. Those scallops melted in my mouth. Table service was fantastic, atmosphere is sexy and cozy (right up my alley), and I will be returning for more.

    (5)

  • Ryan W.

    My girlfriend and I went on a monday night, and the place was empty. For some reason our waitress was also the bartender, but she was friendly and the service was fast. We were glad we chose a seat next to the window, because the place was HOT. Granted it had been an 80 + degree day, so far from normal Seattle weather. As far as drinks went, we had the Murder of Crows, the Bronx, and El Diablo. I wouldn't really recommend the Bronx, but the others were great. For dinner we had the Chicken and the Lamb. Both were very good and the portions were generous. for dessert we had the chocolate cake, which I was not fond of. My girfriend seemed to like it though.

    (4)

  • Ryan F.

    Great food. Small plates. A bit isolated location but worth the effort.

    (4)

  • pammy k.

    One of our favorites. Always consistent. Great meal for the money!

    (5)

  • Rick D.

    This place is nothing short of awesome. Great cocktails served by friendly staff and followed up by some of the best food in town. It's a restaurant in the best of neighborhood restaurant traditions. They're Price Fixe menu is $30 and gives you an appetizer (I had the 3 oysters), one of their proteins (my friend had the chicken, I had the hangar steak, both excellent) and one of their desserts. My dessert choice was Guinness ice cream with some caramel and a shot of Jameson's and it tasted fantastic. Overall a great experience and I'm looking forward to hitting this spot again.

    (5)

  • Becky W.

    I had been here before when I was really tired, so another try was a must! Starting with Hendricks Gin with Rosemary & Agave Nectar - a bit sweet, one is plenty for the taste buds. Grapefruit and Endive salad - large enough to be an entree. Seriously, I expected one small endive with a grapefruit wedge and some roasted filberts - but it was huge, perhaps the chef finishing off the last of his daily ingredients. We shared the scallops over chopped greens and bacon. The scallops were cooked perfectly, just the right texture, one of my favorite dishes. And with bacon? Hard to screw that up! The music was obviously getting the staff through the last of their shift, not that I don't like the best of the Rolling Stones, it just didn't seem to fit and it got old. Otherwise, I really like the space, the service was great and the price was fair. Another great neighborhood spot for Queen Anne.

    (4)

  • lyndon l.

    I kind of wandered into this place because it was near my hotel. Strangely, and in an Edgar Allen Poe kind of way, a big ol' black crow flew right over me as I was looking at the menu outside. I didn't need a second "sign" to get my butt in there. Pleasant space and what looked like a very cool chef's counter for seating, but I chose the bar. I usually either get a vodka martini or a scotch after a long day on the road, but this time I got a drink called the Jade Dub and it was amazing!! Made by a very capable bartender, it has basil, gin, lemon and some other stuff and it rocked. I ordered the pork tenderloin on a sort of melange of black beans and corn and it was pretty good. My only complaint was that there was a lot of it. Not usually a complaint of mine, but I have no way to take it home- so I kind of wasted some of it. Bottom line- great great cocktail- good good tenderloin.

    (4)

  • james s.

    Love the simple menu. Very simple, cool, delicious, easy menu for everything: food and drink. Great atmosphere. Nice service - its nice when you don't have to ask or flag people down to fill coffee, waters, take drink orders etc. They do it breezily and easy - its not forced, they just showed up at the table at the right time. Casual but sophisticated atmosphere. Organic salad good... Wine good The lasagna was fine - it didn't jump off the plate. The salts and seasoning just weren't there. Looked really good, tasted ok. It was fine. Nothing special. It didn't have that turn on the tongue! That snap or piercing quality of "yeah, this is gooood!" Will go back. Great atmosphere. Love the bars around the (bar) and the kitchen.

    (4)

  • Kristina S.

    AH man I am a Crow addict. I love this place. It's my favorite in town. Their menu is small but everything is awesome. I promise. If you sit at the bar, Brian will totally take care of you. He's the best! If you like lasagna you have to try it there! It's so good.

    (5)

  • Jacquie P.

    Crow doesn't need any more good reviews but I'm going to give them one anyway. I'll make it short. Prosciutto-wrapped chicken - eat it. Sit at the "chef's counter," order a sparkling mint julep, and watch the chefs work their magic. FYI: Don't go on a night when there's a play or a ballet anywhere near the center or, if you must, call in advance and make a reservation. It can become standing room only pretty quickly.

    (4)

  • Bye Y.

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for Crow yet! I had such a wonderful experience here and I can't wait to go back. At the same time, it wasn't that pricey, but the glow of good times makes me hesitate a return trip lest I empty my bank account or sully the original memory. We strolled in on a random night while we were in the area. We were seated at the counter by the open kitchen and enjoyed a glass of great wine while we watched our food being made. I don't remember what my date ordered exactly, but I think it had chorizo and was pretty tasty. But I was so in love with my dish that I barely gave him a taste. I typically try to order something "exotic" like lamb, seabass, squab, filet, etc when eating out, but I took a chance on chicken that night. I had the pancetta-wrapped chicken with green beans. The chicken was perfectly cooked and juicy with flavor. The pancetta melted into the chicken skin to make a savory, crispy layer of deliciousness. I thought I was served a thigh piece from the shape of it, but it turned out to be white meat with a piece of bone sticking out the end like a "handle". It was a pleasant surprise that I could eat the entire bundle of yummy chicken without having to pick at the bones. It was served atop a bed of well-seasoned tender-crisp green beans in a brothy, peppery, garlicky pan sauce. My mouth is watering.

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    Loved the food and atmosphere of this place. The area of town it is in is a little sketchy and we had a homeless lady stare at us through the window which was a bit weird. Overall, if you are trying to find a great place to take a date or a new foody adventure, try it out.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Quality food, short menu (we like!), old standbys mixed with the new, very friendly chefs! We have now eaten here twice, and Crow has risen to the top 5 of our favorite places to dine in Seattle. The food is great, prices are OK, but what stands out for us is the ability to eat at the bar overlooking the kitchen. We love chatting with the chefs as they prepare food, get their views on the dishes served that night, and most of all we love learning about the food we are eating. Additionally, the chefs are always good for a wine recommendation. The food we have loved: Grape leaf wrapped cheese; Smashed potato cake; Cured meat selection; Pan roasted chicken (old standby, excellent); and the fresh fish is always ordered. Sitting at the bar is great for the two of us; we wouldnt recommend it for more than two, though, as its tough to talk amongst 4 at the bar. For two people, its perfect, and usually not crowded...so there is ample room. We love talking and sharing stories with the chefs, but most of all adding to our knowledge of cooking. They are very open about their recipes and methods, and yo usit far enough away that you dont feel the heat of the ovens or anything like that. The prices are probably a tad higher than they should be, but we havent felt ripped off by any stretch. But most places make use feel like that! The servers could stand to brush up on their knowledge, but for us this is a moot point as we rely on the chefs to direct us in our ordering. All in all, 2 great experiences at Crow. We will be trying out the experience at a table soon.

    (5)

  • Kathleen C.

    I recently posted a blog entry on Crow because I'm in love with the chicken and clams- check it out! Confessions of a Chicken's Clam Diggin' katpublicity.blogspot.co… My husband Chris and I have a standing date night on Tuesdays, which is always a fun and nice break for us. These Tuesday adventures serve as a gentle tease of our once kid-free, cooler selves, although we wouldn't trade our rascals for all the martinis in the world. Our weekly romps have sparked countless adventures albeit challenging Wednesday mornings, but we always seem to end up at this one place in Lower Queen Anne- Crow. In fact, we always seem to order the same things, even though we pledge to pull the trigger on something different each return. When we first arrived in Seattle an old friend took me to Crow, toting "welcome to the great food scene." She insisted we try the manila clams steamed in a chorizo tomato broth, which I admit didn't sound appetizing to me. I hadn't tried this food pairing prior to moving to the Pacific Northwest-- seems like more of a local deal, which explains its absence from the Midwest and Southern California. Stupidly skeptic, a big bowl of baby mollusks tossed with chunks of sassy pork arrived steaming at the table. A changed woman! An addicted junkie! This dish is ridiculously good- I'd even eat it for breakfast. The clams are delicate and mild, perfectly coupled with the chorizo's spice and salt. And the broth is full of big flavor- it begs to be sopped up by the yummy table bread. Chris and I have found this bite scattered around Seattle, but I don't think anyone else stacks up to Crow's recipe. Let me know if you know of any contenders, and we will gladly go digging. Next up, the chicken. Typically I have this unwritten rule of not ordering the one meat I cook fairly well and often. It's just one of those things that doesn't seem sexy on a night off from kid friendly food. I now know it's a dumb hang-up, especially after our server gave me no choice in my entree order. Quote: "You don't have a choice, I'm ordering the chicken for you..." For anyone that lives up here in the Northwest, you know this is pretty atypical of Seattle folks, so I took this as a non-negotiable dinner omen. Amen, sister- bring me some chicken wrapped in ham! Brass comments aside, believe me when I say this dish is too good to be true. The prosciutto seemed like it was dusted on the juiciest chicken- so light and crispy, and sauced in a creamy wonderland that had us licking the plate. The true test (and semi-embarrassing fact) is Chris and I have alternated ordering this dish almost as many months as we've lived here, and it always delivers. To take it a step further, we now sit at the chef's bar, determined to crack the recipe by spying on the preparation. Whatever it is they do works, because Crow's Tuesday prowlers are coming back for more.

    (5)

  • Paige W.

    The Crow has a beautiful style of dining. The have provided a relaxed affordable eating experience coupled with the undertones of fine dining. Their wine selections are superb and reflect the meals they haw chosen that week. I personally had the spaghetti, which was the New Orleans upgrade to typical pasta and a touch of the chiefs brilliance, but my friend had the chicken and I must say.. It was mouth watering. Tender, moist, tasty, and served in a juice that the bread compliments well.The service was outstanding and with a smile. Staff knew their food and wine without doubt. A wonderful experience with a price to spare your wallet :)

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :4:30 pm - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Romantic
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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