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Daniel’s Broiler

10500 NE 8th St,21st Fl, Bellevue, WA, 98004
  • (425) 462-4662
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  • Joe D.

    3 1/2. Very nice place, good service. The prawn cocktail, filet medium, baked potato, lemon ginger sorbet, couple of martinis, and bread. Cocktail sauce with the prawns was nice because you could actually taste the cocktail sauce. The steak was good, not great. The other items were pretty good and worthwhile.

    (3)

  • Dave A.

    As absurd as it is to review this meat temple as a vegetarian, I do have a couple of observations: First, vegetarians, this place is obviously not for you, but should you ever get invited here for a Christmas party as I did recently you won't walk away hungry. In fact as surprising as it sounds you can probably make a meal out of the top notch sides and salads as I did and it won't be a compromise, they were all great. The house salad with balsamic was simple, well dressed and frankly one of the best I've had. The deep fried artichoke hearts were spot on, everyone at the table was impressed. The waiter had the kitchen put together a roasted vegetable platter with wild rice for me that was fine for what it was: a desperate attempt to invent something for the vegetarian to eat. Still not bad. But the big surprise of the night was the order of steak fries tossed in Romano cheese, fresh herbs, and white truffle oil. These were simply the best "fries" I have ever had in my life. I passed these around and everybody swooned over them, and upon reflection I should have had them wrap up the leftovers to enjoy later. I ordered beer and they had at least one decent seasonal on tap, but the main event here is the wine list, and everyone in my party was satisfied with the selection. The meat? All the meat-eaters at our table (everyone except for me in other words) were blown away, with the big hit being the prime fliet mignon steak strips, glazed with teriyaki sauce & sesame seeds, from the appetizer menu. The service was top notch. This location also has an amazing view, which everyone can enjoy, no matter what they're eating. If you're a meat-eater willing to dole out the big bucks for a refined dining experience Daniel's would be an excellent choice. Get those fries!

    (3)

  • Kitty N.

    If you like meat, you'll love Daniels. I had the swordfish since they were out of the other fish dish I wanted and that was very tasty. The view was also quite lovely up there so get a window seat.

    (4)

  • Emily A.

    Daniel's has one of the best happy hour's in town! It's perched on top of the Hyatt downtown, so it has great views. The patio was closed for construction, but as sizeable. Happy hour (until 6:30 and again from 9 to midnight) gives you wines, beers, and apps at 1/2 price. The waitress was helpful in describing wines, and I ended up getting a local reisling to start, followed by an oregon pinot noir, which the waitress offered to refill for 1/2 price, even after 6:30. (note, the oregon pinot noir on the menu is far better than the cali one, as agreed by a few members of my party). As for food, we all shared several (1/2 price) apps, including the oysters on the half shell (very fresh, and my first time having them!), popcorn shrimp (with good sized shrimp and not too heavy or greasy), the steak strips (probably everyone's favorites... SO good!), bacon wrapped scallops (pretty good, although the bread it was on was a little soggy from the sauce, but awesome flavor), and calamari (super crispy). The place was definitely expensive, but the happy hour makes it reasonable, and so worth it! Not sure about the late happy hour, but the earlier one was packed!

    (5)

  • Kahlil B.

    I've been here multiple times and every time I'm pleased with the experience. It is upscale and classy without being pretentious. The waitstaff is friendly and efficient. The drinks are well made and the food is impeccable. I would suggest making a reservation, but if you don't, hanging out in the beautiful bar with live piano will surely make your wait better than tolerable.

    (5)

  • angela y.

    seasonal fruit tart! one of the main reasons i go to daniel's. light, fluffy (and perfectly crispy) puff pastry filled with slices of apple or pear (sometimes cherry) topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and served with a pool of caramel on the side. paired with a cup of coffee....it is one of my favorite desserts ever. besides that, the lounge (complete with a piano man!) is a comfortable + laid-back spot to enjoy happy hour. the popcorn shrimp is really good. but for steak....i'd rather go elsewhere (jak's!). just be sure to order dessert. the valrhona chocolate cake is also good (for chocolate lovers) and so is the deep dish chocolate cookie. i mean....how can you beat a warm pastry/cake topped with cold vanilla ice cream?

    (4)

  • Amber M.

    I cann't say enough about this location of Daniel's! Finace and I went here for Valentine's Day and had a stellar experience! They were REALLY busy, but we still got amazing, personable service. The staff is so nice, too! Our drinks were good, the food was cooked perfectly and dessert was amazing! I highly reccommend Daniel's for a first-class dining experience!

    (5)

  • Kevin W.

    Not much more can be said for Daniel's Broiler. The time's I've had dinner here were in the side rooms with larger parties. The service is impeccable and the food is always top-notch. Compared to El Gaucho, I feel Daniel's is the better value. I prefer the Bellevue location because of the location (high up in the Hyatt I believe) - gives the feeling of a little exclusivity. As far as steaks and prime rib goes this is the place. Try to go a little earlier before the bone-in prime ribs sell out. Also very kid-friendly. They accommodated my nieces very nicely- crayons and kids menus.

    (4)

  • Mike F.

    The rib eye was excellent. Just the right amount of butter and salt. Our waiter did spill quite a bit of water on our table, but otherwise the service was very good.

    (4)

  • Glenn H.

    Visiting from Northern California, I was impressed with this place. Who knew you could eat an excellent steak, 21 floors above street level, in a suburb of Seattle !!! Hostess gave us a quick tour of the USDA quality meats, the 1800 degree broiler, etc, before seating us =). One of the juciest Ribeye steaks I have ever had. Very good customer service. Friend of mine ordered a diet pepsi, and always had a refill before asking for another. The cod and salmon were great, as well. View from the restaurant rocks. I highly suggest this place !

    (4)

  • Jenn A.

    Lovely late night place to go after a concert. The balcony area has a stunning view of the Seattle skyline. My friend and I were under-dressed among the sports coats and little black dresses, but the staff did not seem to mind. Our server was incredibly charming and helpful even in the midst of many other patrons clamoring for her attention. Bacon wrapped scallops were phenomenal. The BBQ shrimp was tasty, but paled in comparison to the scallops. Half off bar menu for late night happy hour was the icing on the cake! Yum.

    (4)

  • Lou G.

    Our wedding anniversary and we wanted something special. I ordered the bone-in Delmonico $55, my wife ordered the petit Tenderloin. Wine for $78. I asked my steak to be medium-rare and it came well done. After checking my meal with a flashlight, they did ask if I wanted another but that would have meant having my wife wait while my steak was prepared. They did give us extra dessert which was very good. It's been many years since we've been to Daniel's and it'll be many years till we go back. My best steak is at Jak's in Issaquah or better yet, get Costco steaks and do 'em at home. The bill ? $280 incl. tip. For that price, I was expecting a great meal-didn't get it. The wait person was very courteous- everyone was very nice.

    (2)

  • Thomas P.

    Friday Night was Fantastic. What an incredible wait staff. Our server was one of the best. A young guy who knew his wines. Thanks for the selection of that yummy Zinfandel it was called "Earthquake". Incredible. The food was better than I ever thought. The steak was perfectly medium rare. A really good tide, good atmosphere, romantic, beautiful views. Make sure you get a reservation. This place is one of the best restaurants we have ever been too, and we eat out a lot! Don't forget your gold card, cause it was one of the most expensive....four people, both couples splitting meals, sharing bottles of wines....we spent close to 400 dollars..owwwchhhh. A good splurge! Maybe bring your own wine, the wine is very much overpriced, example.......150 percent mark ups on the wine...a bottle that you get at a Hagen's for 19 dollars cost about 80 dollars...anyway....very romantic and terrific staff. Give it a try

    (4)

  • Greta O.

    Enjoy the ambiance and the steak is devine.

    (4)

  • T H.

    Great roof deck and really good food and drinks!! The only down side of this place is it's patrons after 9:30pm. It's crawling with Bellevue moms rock'n Louboutins and Microsoftees thinking they are in the big NYC...but they are on the Eastside of Seattle!!! Worth going, but the patrons almost ruined it for this Seattle girl.

    (4)

  • Mehul H.

    Great steak and view

    (5)

  • N H.

    This place has a great view and excellent service. The waiting staff were attentive and friendly. We ordered steaks and the pasta with prawns. The steak were delicious and exceeded expectations, however the pasta was a little too heavy on the wine taste for me. It was a little more than i like in my food. Regardless, i would highly recommend going there, -- if you stick to the steak.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    Super fabulous happy hour, but get there early or you will not get a seat. Great views of the eastside and lake. If you don't see a table in the bar, keep going towards the piano and hang a right into the wine room. Usually has space, lots of couches, TV and attentive service. Teriyaki steak bites, popcorn shrimp and dungeness crab for happy hour. Steaks go without saying for dinner. Must try the coconut hot fudge sundae for dessert. Good wine selection and knowledgeable staff.

    (4)

  • Gloria H.

    Happy Hours 7 days a week - yeah, baby! This is just amazing - why don't we have places like this in the Bay Area? It's a nice place. We got a table next to the window and it was a very nice view...great sunset! I think they have a raw bar but I didn't get a chance to check it out. We ordered some appetizers (1/2 off) and continued our beer bash! What we had were good: bacon wrapped scallops, shrimp cocktail, ahi tuna, oysters and popcorn shrimps. We also had the filet mignon sandwich w/ yummy fries...boy, we were stuffed w/ beer and appetizers! Staff was friendly...it was a good time.

    (4)

  • Lindsey D.

    Great drinks and a great view of Seattle (when it's clear). Perfect spot on a beautiful day. Very posh setting.

    (4)

  • Patti O.

    Treat yourself to this place for happy hour. It starts a bit earlier, 4PM - I think. Plan to be there before its starts to snag one of the best view seats in Bellevue. It fills up fast for a reason. My reasons to be there are: 1. favorite appies: broiled scallops wrapped in bacon with a light beurre blanc, shrimp cocktail, artichoke hearts with hollandaise, 2. the VIEW, 3. friendly waitresses 4. upscale fun that's easy on the wallet.

    (5)

  • Patrick L.

    The first real steak I ever had at a restaurant, was at this Daniel's Broiler. Long ago, when I started a growth spurt in my childhood, my parents would encourage me to order a steak anywhere we went out to eat. Fortunately the steaks here are, of course, what they're known for so I loved it from the first bite. I've been a red meat lover ever since and have been back to this and other Daniel's Broiler locations, usually to celebrate small occasions like a birthday or graduation or something. I hear they have a great happy hour too, but for some reason I have yet to check that out. Impeccable service, where a couple waiters will deliver your steak together. One waiter shines a penlight on the steak while the other cuts into it, then they ask for your approval of how it's prepared. If it isn't to your liking (i.e. too bloody or overcooked), they'll gladly prepare you another. You gotta love that drive for perfection!

    (4)

  • Sarah M.

    okay, so i havne't eaten an actual steak there. i haven't even eaten a meal at daniel's broiler. so maybe you guys all hate me now. but whatever, because what i have to say right now is very important. listen up. daniel's makes me the best drinks. i dont know if it is because they have-damn, had a cigar room. okay...i dotn know why they do, but they have this french mixed drink with cute little onions and that is good. so are the other concotions i drink each time i go to their bar. it's dark, magohney, piano-ed out, and always full of people. i go with my girl pal and try to get a corner seat to take it all in. it's fun to listen to drunks, be it cap hill or bellevue yuppies unwind and join in a rowdy rendition of american pie-especially when you have such a delicious drink in your own very hand.

    (5)

  • Nina N.

    holy happy hour!!! 3:30pm - 6:30pm, Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday half off appetizers!!! for you wino's; all wines by the glass half price. and for you frou frou bitches - $6.95 Daniel's martinis and manhattans. ANOTHER PITCH - JUMBO PRAWNS CHILLED WITH COCKTAIL SAUCE MINCED WITH AVOCADO IN A MARTINI GLASS..... - YOU HAD ME AT HAPPY HOUR - if you are ever staying at the grand hyatt, and need a hangover cure.. they make the best bloody mary's!! :)

    (5)

  • Mw C.

    Came here for lunch. It was elegant and exceptional service. The view was beautiful. The fillet Mignon was juicy, tender and worth the price. However I truly believe that a soup or salad should have been included with the main entree. The bread that was included was delicious. We will be back!

    (4)

  • Lisa B.

    Happy Hour here is pretty awesome. Great menu with lots of choices, amazing view from the bar and it's always busy for a reason. My favorite is the spicy, bbq prawns. Not spicy unfortunately but makes up for it in the flavor!!!!

    (4)

  • Andrew E.

    I feel I've been too liberal with my stars lately, so here's one for the cynics. I eat at Daniel's far too often (by force, not choice). Yeah yeah, cry for me. Perhaps that is why I'm ultra critical of every facet of this dining experience. I remember a day when I loved coming here, but a much older, wiser, cholesterol-ridden me now winces at the mere mention of this Bellevue establishment. Don't get me wrong, I crave a good steak now and again. And I'll buy their pitch about being the only restaurant in Seattle with USDA prime exclusively. But something about the smothering sauces, liberal use of garlic in the potatoes, and absolute inability to cook anything BUT steak turns me off. There's a charming irony in having a raw food warning on a piece of Ahi that's been vaporized by their plasma-charged ionizing steak canon.

    (2)

  • Christine N.

    As a happy hour fanatic, this place serves as a stable default for tasty half-off appetizers and $4 beers. I love that they have late night happy hour til' midnight, every night. The appetizer choices are pretty solid across the board. The teriyaki filet mignon strips are a must. The bacon wrapped scallops are also melt-in-your mouth goodness. It gets loud in the lounge with the piano bar/karaoke, but draws an interesting crowd, which can make for some good people-watching. HH service is nothing spectacular, but sufficient.

    (4)

  • Janet T.

    I'm not a huge steak fan so I'm not sure how valid my review is but Daniel's Broiler serves up a damn good steak! This is probably the best steak house I've been to in a long time..I think it beats out Ruth's Chris, STK in LA, The Met in Seattle and The Brooklyn. It's a bit pricey but well worth it, so long as your tummy's happy then you're happy. I definitely recommend their delectable cuts of beef from prime rib, filet mignon, porterhouse etc. The Bellevue location is really romantic and nice but I'd try the one on Lake Union since you get the view of the lake as you take a bite of your delicious steak.

    (4)

  • Kyle J.

    Awesome food, a little pricey but a great cougar bar

    (4)

  • Helen W.

    Daniel's could also be called Joey's 2nd floor. The crowd gets slightly older, a whole lot richer, and the view 20 floors better. Happy hour is nightly from 4:00-6:30. You can enjoy appetizers and signature wines for half of the price and draft beers for $2.95.

    (4)

  • Abhijit P.

    Solid business lunch/dinner spot with a great view and attentive service. Steak places are rich, but be prepared for some extra butter on your steak and some extra dollar signs on your bill.

    (4)

  • Sam H.

    Mmmm Steaaaak. Yeah, they make an ok steak here, the service is impeccable, and it's one of the best views in Bellevue. I really couldn't tell the difference between Ruth's Chris and Daniels as far as the steak. I think I'd pick Daniels if I were choosing because the atmosphere is better. But I kinda resent broiled steak to begin with. Screw you. Buy a grill. Even though the view from our table was good, I didn't appreciate the small dining areas with a few tables in them. The walls amplified the sound early in the evening, so it was hard to hear my fabulous dining companions conversation. Our server was very good. Other people got Filet with lobster, $10 asparagus, and some nice shrimps. I think everyone dug it. They also had a very nice selection of wine, brandy, and scotch. Not a very good beer selection. I got a NY strip, ceasar salad, tater, no scotch, and creme brulee. What sucks is I've actually had better NY steak at the Keg (for 1/4 the price)! If you really want a good steak you should just head to Jak's. Salad was average. Potato was... you know, a potato, creme brulee was Ok, but my friend Ruth said "you need to put some more sugar in that brulee bitch." She should do some yelping. She'd fit right in. :-)

    (3)

  • Charlie L.

    Good stakes, but totally not worth the money.

    (3)

  • Jen B.

    I thought I would start this review with an introduction... I'm not really into eating at high priced fancy restaurants, but that has all changed now (much to my wallets dismay) since I've eaten at Daniels Broiler. Before going I asked all my co-workers what they thought of the restaurant and read every review on yelp... and after hearing time and time again that Daniels would certainly be the best restaurant I'd ever eat at I decided I had to go. My biggest fear wasn't the cost of the meal but the fear that I had the restaurant so hyped up in my mind that it would never be able to live up to my expectations. What made it even a bigger deal was my husband and I decided to go there on our anniversary and I didn't want the night to be ruined by poor service or bad food after hearing such great things about the restaurant. Well, after that lengthy introduction :) I am happy to report that Daniels did not disappoint and was, in fact, the best restaurant meal I have ever had. I made reservations and we arrived about 10 minutes ahead of time. To my surprise, we didn't have to wait and were promptly escorted to our table right next to the window. The view was beautiful, you could see the city of Bellevue, Lake Washington, and the Seattle skyline in the distance. Someone at the table next to us was taking pictures of the view, it made me wish I had brought my camera too! Our waiter was very pleasant, he wished us a happy anniversary which was a nice touch. We ordered the bacon wrapped sea scallops as an appetizer. They were amazing. My husband said they were "criminal" they were so good. They were big, moist, and came with this beautiful butter sauce that made them even more decadent. I could have ordered and ate those scallops all night but next came the meal. I ordered the rib eye steak (my favorite cut) and my husband ordered the prime rib. When the steaks arrived the waiter asked me to cut into my steak to let him know if it was cooked to my liking, it was perfect. Never have I been to a restaurant where they asked you to cut into your steak to make sure it was to your liking, just another wonderful touch. My steak was AMAZING. Succulent, rich, flavorful, seasoned just right, AMAZING! My husband's prime rib was equally tasty. I ordered the mashed potatoes with my steak. They were creamy and luscious. My husband ordered the baked potato and when our plates arrived the waiter prepared his potato with the toppings he wanted right at the table, yet another special touch. I have to say that I can be quite the piggy piggy when it comes to eating and I certainly did not hold back during this meal. I stuffed my face with steak, potatoes, and bread until I couldn't eat anymore. Satisfied, I proclaimed that I was done but my husband had other plans and asked the waiter for the desert menu :) I was dead set on not ordering dessert for fear they would have to roll me out of the restaurant but then the waiter said they had a seasonal apple tart available and my husband ordered it for me along with a slice of cheesecake for himself. I am so thankful that my husband ignored my intentions and ordered me a dessert (I guess he knows me too well!) because that apple tart was amazing. It was light, fluffy, and the apples tasted perfect inside. It was served warm with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream and, although it took me a while, I finished every last bit of it. As for my husband's cheesecake, he summed it up by saying "now, this is what cheesecake is supposed to taste like!" So yes, Daniels was all that I hoped it could be and then some. The bill came out to $140 before the tip (and we didn't order any alcohol, my husband had a soda and I had water) so that tells you it's not a cheap place to eat but it was worth it... 100% worth it. I think I'm going to hit up the "visit las vegas" website and start using some of their strange holidays to make up reasons for me to go back to this restaurant - chinchilli day here I come!

    (5)

  • Sue M.

    The vegetarian risotto was one of the BEST things we have EVER eaten. My first time to Daniel's and am SO looking forward to dining there again. Wow! Hats off to the chefs!!!! :)

    (5)

  • Ilya B.

    No matter how good the food is, keeping someone waiting for 45 mins past our RESERVATION time is not acceptable. if you have a special occasion apparently this is NOT a place you can count on. Whomever was responsible for the horrible overbooking tonight should be fired.

    (1)

  • Peter U.

    Staff is very attentive and nice. Steak is pretty good. Beautiful view. Brought a date here for a romantic evening, and we both had a great time. On the expensive side, but definitely great for special occasions.

    (4)

  • Yuli C.

    Dinner experience took to long

    (1)

  • Floozy Q.

    To summarize, this place seems like "fine dining" for people who either don't know or don't really give a shit about food. The atmosphere is very "business dinner". Gastronomically boring and over priced with either rude or obnoxious service but a good view and ingredients that are traditionally considered "high class". I arrived about twenty minutes before my date and settled into the bar to booze and read. Within thirty seconds of sitting, a man at least twenty five years my senior secreting sleaze from every pore of his body (which was competing for olfactory dominance with his cologne which had heady top notes of 1980s Miami coke fiend) slipped in beside me and started trying to lay down the charm. I couldn't tell if he was wasted, down right stupid or if he just didn't have that great a concept of American social customs (he was very touchy-feely). He spent several minutes expounding on my "youthful beauty", peppering the very one sided conversation with self aggrandizing comments about his "accomplishments" and "cool" passions. He made several attempts to get me to blow off my date and when I firmly refused, he moved on to trying to get me to meet up with him afterwards. He also offered to make me his business partner several times (I couldn't tell what venture he was speaking of, since he claimed to be a high powered Boeing employee who also was four star chef, night club proprietor and designer of custom motorcycles). The only good thing about this guy was that he did buy me an expensive mojito. And this brings me to the bartender. The bartender was a total asshole (the bald goateed one in his mid 30's). I am not a big drinker. I don't like the taste of alcohol and because of meds I'm in I don't imbibe often. I know they are embarrassing, but I like fruity frou frou girl cocktails with muddled mint and freshly pureed fruit and crap like that. I asked the bartender if he had the ingredients, he sneered "unfortunately." This was not a rueful or well meaning jab. After listening to my heavily accented, sleaze oozing little friend, I needed the booze and was in no mood for snarky jerks. Finally, my date showed up at exactly the time he said he would like the gentleman he is and saved me from Rico Suave (who gave my date some SERIOUS stink eye). When we were informed that our table was ready, I asked the bartender for a virgin mojito to which he snidely replied "how am I supposed to do that in a drink that is ninety percent alcohol?" Fine. "Give me some muddled mint, sugar and lime with seltzer water you unhappy piece of shit." (when that drink was brought to our table it was really bad. I drink non-alcoholic mojitos at a lot of different places, and this one sucked. It had about a quarter of the mint it should have and it look like it was just torn up, not muddled plus there was hardly any lime juice. Our waiter was friendly and attentive but a little overly chatty, repeating all this shit about how its the only steak house in the Seattle area that serves only steaks that are of equal or higher quality as the top 2% of USDA prime corn fed nebraska cows that we had already read in our menu and heard from the hostess. The dining room was not as deafening as the bar but it was still very loud. Next to us were two tables filled with people whose voice projection could give most opera singers a run for their money. We were seated in the corner and had a beautiful view of Seattle and Lake Washington. The windows looking out over the expansive panorama below were my favorite part of the dinner. For an appetizer we shared the foie gras special which was seared with brioche and cherry glaze. It was tasty and well cooked but I felt there was about twice as much bread as I thought should have been there and too little cherry glaze. Luckily foie gras tastes so delicious on its own that it was still immensely enjoyable. It was overpriced though. I think it cost about $29 if I remember correctly while similar dishes at other restaurants I've been to are usually $18 to $20. For my entree I had the 9oz Australian Rock Lobster tail ($55.95) slow poached with melted butter and garlic mashed potatoes. Our server had gone on and on about how Australian rock lobster is known for its nuttiness and flavor etc. but I have to say that Maine lobster is so much better in every way. The preparation was boring, served with garlic mash (decent but I can make better) and a steamed vegetable of some kind that I can't remember but didn't eat any of. He had the prime rib which I thought was pretty gross. It was enough to feed three people. He ate a third of it and declined to take the rest home because it wasn't good. It was served with steamed broccoli and I think a baked potato. So boring. For dessert we shared an unmemorable key lime pie. We had coffee and sat for a while which obviously annoyed our waiter who was nearly tapping his foot in anticipation of our departure. I won't go here again.

    (2)

  • Lindsay O.

    Since this place is located in the Hyatt, I thought it was going to be to fancy for me. I was assured by my friends that this was not the case and well locals usually do know. The atmosphere was casual and upscale all in one, assuming that is even possible. Jeans are very accepted as assume a tux or a ball gown would be too. We sat in the bar area down from the piano, it was nice, very nice. We got seated quickly. There is a full bar, local wines and beers as well as from around the world. Being from out of town my goal is always to stay local and that is just what I did. I had a great red from the state of Washington. Unfortunately, I don't remember what it was I ordered but, the waitress was very helpful in suggesting something to go perfectly with everything. Since we all were ravishing, we ordered a few appetizers, Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips and Spicy Barbecued Prawns. The Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips melted in my mouth. They were lightly glazed with a teriyaki sauce that just added to the steak's natural flavors. The prawns were also delicious! They were no shrimp that is for sure! The were large and scrumptious, the slightly spicy creole sauce, danced in my mouth and what I left on the plate I quickly soaked up with some bread that the waitress brought over as well. Since the appetizers were so great, I just knew that my steak that was coming would only be to perfect! I went with the Daniel's Prime Filet Mignon 13 oz. which I split with my Auntie and believe you me it was more then enough food! The steak was seasoned flawlessly and cooked to be oh so, perfect. I now is the standards from here to meet all others; well, the others don't even come close. The steak came with buttery, luscious Lobster Mashed Potatoes. A little piece of heaven from the sea and mmmm....potatoes. My table also got a side dish of Creamed Spinach, I know what you are thinking and this is not your Grandma's bland creamed spinach. When describing this item, I used the term "I could of bathed in them", that is how good they were. I have dreams about this...The merriment of bacon, cream, onions and spinach. It is completely mouthwatering! Overall, WoW! If I didn't live across the country I would be there every night or at least when I could afford it since I have no idea what the bill came to, I was taken out to as my family/friends said "One of the best restaurants in the area"! They said I would love it and I did. Simply wonderful!!

    (5)

  • Tristan D.

    So, we ended up back here thanks to some gift certificates from my parents - we've been to El Gaucho instead lately, and this let us make a direct comparison. Food: Steaks at both places are excellent; nothing to complain about in either case. Beyond that, both the sides and desserts at El Gaucho seem more refined; the jalapeno corn at Gaucho is in another league from anything here. The desserts are similarly a notch better at Gaucho (I'm a sucker for the flambee thing, perhaps). Service: Our service here was attentive, for sure, but not as polished as I'd expect - I don't care about being led to the bathroom, but the server at a place like this should never bring your food while carrying someone else's doggie bag. Ambience: Probably personal preference, but I prefer the pressed linens to the tablecloth-less look here. All in all, still a great place to get a good steak, but I'd go just up the street (they're now in Bellevue too) if I had the choice. This is probably a 3.5 star review, but closer to 3 than 4.

    (3)

  • Denise E.

    Still have not been able to eat a single oyster : (

    (3)

  • J J.

    I thought this place was so fun! It had the snobby east side attitude that I look for in a place, with a bit of "chopsticks" flavoring. Daniel's is always great to eat at, but this particular night we decided to check it out on the weekend when a piano man was playing a good range of tunes from Elton John to Show tunes....definitely my sort of thing! He even was kind enough to let me sing a little song of my own! Hey who knows I might become a regular!

    (4)

  • Jason L.

    one of the best steaks in seattle! they do tend to cook their steaks a lil more than other places. so if you like your steaks medium rare, i would tell them rare. i usually get either the bone in ribeye or the bone in fillet. i have been to both the bellevue location as well as the lake union one. the bellevue one is a cougar den. the waitress talent in bellevue is much better than the seattle branch. service is excellent.

    (4)

  • Elan W.

    My boyfriend and I came for late night happy hour after seeing a movie. We were seated a cozy table in the corner and then promptly ignored by the waitress for almost 15 minutes, even as she sat other guests and took their orders promptly. My boyfriend got up to ask someone to please serve us and then the bartender came over immediately to take our order. Then the manager stopped by to apologize and paid for our first round of drinks. All in all, the food was pretty good and the happy hour prices are amaizng. I wish there were more non-fried items on the menu though. And while the evening started out on a sour note, the staff at Daniel's Broiler really made up for it.

    (4)

  • Calvin C.

    Very good steaks. I would put Daniel's above Ruth's Chris but below Metropolitan Grill... I've had their chicken before too and it's pretty good!

    (5)

  • T L.

    I ate here on a biz trip. Best steak I've had, hands down! The kitchen got my order just right (rib-eye with horseradish sauce, medium rare), and the server was pleasant and attentive without being too intrusive. The view of the city from my table was fantastic, too! I ate at about 6PM during the summer, so I was able to see downtown Bellevue while I dined. Excellent steakhouse! I'd definitely eat here again the next time I'm in Bellevue!

    (5)

  • Andrew N.

    Great views! I was there during a PGA tournament and it was fun running into the CBS staff that was in town reporting for the tournament. The food was really good and a lot of people come here for the view.

    (4)

  • Katie C.

    My company's holiday party was here last year, and it was fantastic. Daniel's was all Christmased-out with pretty lights and decorations. The food was AMAZING- we had filet and salmon, both were just amazing. The dessert trays were gorgeous- fruit, chocolate strawberries, creme brulees, cheesecakes. ALL delicious. I don't know how much a dinner like that would actually cost there... but WOW. It was all SO good. =)

    (5)

  • Arthur S.

    I have to say that this place is way overrated. I will never go here since I just about the worse service during my Birthday. The food was fine but not worth the price and the service you should expect in fine dining restaurant.

    (1)

  • Brandon D.

    I love this place. Don't waste the time at the Leschi or Downtown locations. Bellevue has the best view and makes the best steak of the three. I get the mushrooms as an accent... very tasty. The Cajun shrimp are fantastic... use the leftover sauce for a bread dip. Great wine list... however, I would recommend bringing your own and paying the corkage fee. about 300% markup on wine. Their ice cream never disappoints. The Grand Marnier-stuffed strawberries are amazing. The bar is an attraction for the 35-45 y/o ladies that are trying to score with athletes or .com millionaires. Cougar alert doesn't really apply, as there are really no 22-26 year old boys that can typically afford the fare. The lounge singer is also an institution - he has been there for more than 10 years that I know of. Not great.. but charming enough to look forward to. Make reservations... but be prepared to still wait 15-20 minutes for the table. Not sure what their deal is... but they apparently can't tell time worth a damn. A lot of the Seahawks and Mariners eat there after hours - or late in the evening. This is my defacto standard special occasion restaurant. Get the NY steak.

    (5)

  • Michelle Z.

    My first Daniel's experience happened to be at the newest Bellevue Place location for a wedding rehearsal dinner in one of the private banquet rooms. A fabulous experience! My salmon was tender and perfectly cooked, glazed with some sort of lemon dill infusion, and served with literally a mountain of garlic mashed potatoes (I kid you not!). The groomsmen at our table selected the baseball size filet, and oohed and awed over the juiciness and flavor of the meat. The evening was capped off by free-flowing champagne, many a toast, and a stellar twenty-first floor view of downtown Bellevue. I left feeling content, satiated, and counting the days til my next return!

    (5)

  • Yuri Y.

    I've been to this place since last century :-). Happy hour is the best deal there when you can still get fair price for good product. Service and food quality is inconsistent. Crowd varies from 30 YO yuppies to 50 (or 70+) YO gents. BTW - Recently D. started a promotion with Parlor's Comedy club, offering tix at Comedy. BTW, Comedy club is often so empty, they give out tix for free (!). HAHAHA. One thing they have is the view. Not ifs or buts about it. My favs now are El-Gaucho and Waterfront Grille.

    (3)

  • John K.

    Tasted good, but I've had much better. Service was great, and view wasn't bad! Salad was OK. Appetizers were good.

    (4)

  • J. N.

    The food is fine, the crowd is obnoxious. The obnoxious crowd control is non-existent. The staff is either oblivious or lazy. Go to the south lake union location instead.

    (2)

  • Elizabeth P.

    Came here for a business lunch and I had the filet mignon. It was very tasty, but still not worth the price. I think I had better steak at El Gaucho. It is a nice place to go for special occasions, as it has such a nice view. Next time I would skip the dessert, as I was not impressed by their options.

    (3)

  • Joe O.

    Let me start by saying I don't really love steakhouses to begin with. So that said, this place doesn't really compare to the places back home like Peter Luger's or Morton's either in or around NYC. I don't dig waiters that get too "busy" into everyone's lives and such during the meal and I detest the preferential treatment that comes when you are out to dinner with someone "known" in the fine dining industry. Either way, our friend wanted to go to this joint for his birthday so we all went - about 9 of us. As mentioned, the waiter wouldn't shut up - despite his obvious attempt in ruining our meal, he did recommend some good apps: the seafood platter, the fried artichoke hearts and even the scallops were pretty good. I had the halibut on risotto and I gotta say - it was the best I've had in the short time I've lived here (going on, well, 3 whole days now). Now, all the food was good, we know the service was irritating, why the 2 stars?? Well let me tell ya, the waiter throws in all 7 of the other entrees and "forgets" two of them! The first late one comes pretty quickly - a roasted veggie plate, but mine? No where to be found. Imagine 8 people now, patiently waiting for my dish. As I was picking the filet off of my fiance's plate she had to mention it to the busser. He says he's sorry and goes in the back. Still nothing. We mention it again, and now the waiter has totally forgotten my order. It comes out after everyone was about 3/4 finished with their meal and the kicker? He brings the plate out with nothing. No sorry, no apology, no reason, NOTHING. Just drops the plate with a, "Here you go sir." It gets better. The bill comes and he leaves it on the check! A check that includes multiple $200+ bottles of wine, cocktails, apps, entrees, dessert, even coffee! The joker had the gall to leave a 20 min late $35 halibut on the bill. We were appalled and when my brother in law told him to take it off, he replies, "What, was there something wrong?" Ha. Anyway, after a few disturbing stares, he trots away to remove the late fish from the bill. So the recap is this: the food is good. A bit overpriced for what you get but good. The wine list is also impressive - be leery of the common ripoff's in "cult" wines, there were a few on there that are good but not $500 good. I am sure the service is fine 90% of the time - but this time I had enough. Go for the food but if the server gets too "buddy-buddy," cut him off, drink a lot, eat fast and get home. Trust me.

    (2)

  • J Y.

    Big portion.... decent steaks.

    (3)

  • Tim P.

    Still the best. The food is outstanding and the service is excellent. I would highly recommend the Filet as I have had it multiple times and it is always excellent. No matter what the hype is, this place BLOWS AWAY John Howie (more in the name than in the food) and the Met.

    (5)

  • Steve D.

    My wife and I went here for a happy hour date. The view is nice, the food was great and the prices were decent. Unfortunately they have their happy hour deal isn't as good as it used to be. (It used to be 50% off, now it's just $4 off, for appetizers priced $11 to $16.) Keep that in mind when reading all the great reviews of their happy hour.

    (4)

  • Larry M.

    I brought my wife to Daniel's for a hopefully quiet and romantic dinner of good food and conversation. We made a reservation through Open Table.com for 5:45PM on a Tuesday evening. Upon arrival the greeter at Daniel's could not locate a reservation for us, no problem though, it was early and plenty of tables were available. I doubt this would have been the case at 7:30PM. We were quickly seated at a window table back in a corner, so my desire for a beautiful view and quiet were realized! Our waiter arrived quickly was very warm and friendly, pre-dinner cocktails & appetizers were on the table shortly after ordering. We had the bacon wrapped scallops , very tasty, but the bacon was a bit under cooked. The wait staff was very attentive to us and our meal was very good. My wife had the baked chicken with garlic mash potato's and I had the NY steak w/baked potato. We shared an order of broccolini. Both of our entrees were prepared just right. Post dinner cocktails, with the appropriate amount of attention from the wait staff wrapped up a very enjoyable dining experience for both of us. Our romantic evening was a success in all ways!

    (4)

  • Mackenzie S.

    Situated on the top of the Hyatt in downtown Bellevue, (maybe 30th floor?), this Daniel's has a fantastic view! Take that and complement it with the fabulous steaks and it's on! Dinner in the bar is usually available even if you don't have reservations, and service is just as fast. Other than that, reservations are highly recommend. Probably don't want to wear your jeans either - this is a nice place.

    (5)

  • Steve G.

    I took my wife to Daniel's Sunday night for our 13th anniversary. They were so great. Terry, our waiter, was incredible. He took such good care of our every need. If you are a wine lover, then you need to make sure you go for dinner on Sundays - every bottle of wine under $100 is half price! They have a great selection. But I digress. Becky had the fillet mignon (the small portion) with the Oscar sauce (crab meat) and their Yukon Gold potatoes. She said it was perfect. I had the Delmonico - medium rare with no toppings and the Yukon Gold potatoes as well. The steak was perfect -- full of flavor, tender, and cooked just right. I almost chose their special bone-in prime rib, but that Delmonico had my name on it and so I chose that. For dessert, Becky had the creme brule and I had the chocolate cake (forget what they actually call it). For a great touch on the night, they brought out the desserts with candles for our anniversary. The ambiance was great - very romantic. We had a window seat on the southwest corner so we had an incredible view of Seattle and Mercer Island. I made my reservations through opentable.com - give it a try. cheers...Steve

    (5)

  • Sara W.

    Cant beat the food here...juicy, USDA prime beef and 20oz Australian lobster tails, its pretty hard to go wrong. We spent New Years here last year and had such a great time. There is also a great piano bar with live music on most weekends. This is a very popular hang out spot on most evenings as well...sometimes there is no seating...

    (5)

  • Eddie H.

    For a steakhouse, I say this is it. Great view, great atmosphere, great steak, great service, and relatively affordable.

    (4)

  • Justin H.

    Best steakhouse I've been to. Not cheap, but great as a special-occasion dinner.

    (5)

  • Glen A.

    Great for getting a drink if you stay in the Hyatt. The seared ahi tuna is out of this world. The steak is pretty good if you can afford it. There's a piano bar that starts later at night too.

    (4)

  • cricket c.

    Best view in Bellevue! The molten chocolate cake was one of the best I've ever had. My friends loved their steaks too, but I can't remember what I had. The wait was insane, but considering this is touted as the best steakhouse in the area and we didn't have reservations, it wasn't so bad.

    (4)

  • Karl M.

    Best steak in the Seattle metro area. Some people like El Gaucho for its ambiance or The Met for real steak house feel, but Daniel's is the best all around. I have tried the Lake Union, Leschi and Bellevue locations. The Bellevue location is the best overall because of the outstanding views from the 20th floor of the Hyatt complex. The bar is a great happy hour spot for the business crowd. Happy hour offers some great deals to sample the fabulous food. Daniel's is a definte for anniversary's or special occasions.

    (5)

  • Richard B.

    The happy hour here makes the Vegas prices in Bellevue almost reasonable. Daniel's is a first-rate joint and they know how to charge. But if you eat in the lounge you can easily make a meal out of the half-price appetizers they give in the early evening, and if you leave before the piano player arrives you might even get home without a murder rap. Try the bacon-wrapped scallops, the popcorn shrimp, and the wine, the wine, the wine. The seemingly endless stream of beautiful and competent servers makes the lounge at Daniel's a lightning rod for the recently divorced male and the dining room is more than adequate for special occasions. If your insurance pays double for death by heart attack you might want to try the maytag blue chese with your steak.

    (5)

  • Sandra Y.

    So-so. Bad service in bar while waiting for our table (bar server was innatentive and served my boyfriend a different drink than he ordered). Once seated in the dining room, my steak came out far more cooked than I ordered. But our server in the dining room was friendly and knowledgeable. I'm not in a hurry to go back as there are many other restaurants I'd rather spend 150 plus on dinner but it does have a nice view and romantic atmosphere.

    (3)

  • MyBabyLove R.

    Daniel's is probably the best steak in the Northwest. I haven't been to the Daniel's in Seattle, but I do know that the Smellevue location has a great happy hour, a very good wine selection, and some good lunch specials. If you are deciding between going to Smellevue or Seattle for your steak, stick to Seattle and go to the Met. Else, if you are on the bEastside then enjoy the professional wait staff and smellvue's best in fine dining.

    (4)

  • Paul R.

    Took my brother-in-law to Daniel's for his birthday. We both like steak and agree that Daniel's cooks it just right. Though they have a significant wine list I have a cellar and they are friendly toward BYOB with a reasonable twenty dollar corkage. The service was nearly impeccable, as usual. Daniel's in Bellevue is my favorite but does tend to be a rather loud restaurant. We carried on a conversation without trouble, but I did notice (as did my wife) when I got home that I was speaking very loudly. I ordered the ribeye and my companion the NY steak. Both were cooked as requested. I was offered a pepper crust and for the first time said "yes" - that turned out to be a mistake. The steak, while cooked as ordered, was truly encrusted with whole peppercorns. Had I not scraped generously, the steak would have been completely drowned in the flavor of pepper. Even after removing the majority of the peppercorns I still didn't enjoy the steak as much as I would have without this extra touch. Lesson learned! The sides at Daniel's are nothing memorable - garlic mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, etc. I say just order a bigger steak and maybe take home leftovers for the family.

    (4)

  • Sidney P.

    Daniel's was really a disappoinment for us last night. I've always counted on this restaurant to be top-notch....very spendy, but excellent food and even more importantly, outstanding service. This was not our experience. First, reservations here don't seem to matter...we were told when we arrived that they were running behind and it was a good 1/2 hour before we were taken to our seat. Don't go here if you are trying to combine it with any type of other planned event. Second, do not allow them to seat you in any of their smaller rooms. The room we were placed in was exceedingly loud -- noisiest dining experience we've ever had. It was almost impossible to have a conversation and was made worse by an absolutely obnoxious group of people which included one woman in particular who really needed a muzzle. Third, for some reason, the restaurant's "General Manager" knew the people at the table next to us and spent our entire meal (well over an hour) standing at the table visiting with these people. Had he got a chair, it would have been no big deal. However, my husband felt he had spent the entire evening with someone standing on top of him, and honestly, what should have been my pretty view of the city was completely blocked by this guys' backside. When I complained about all of this to a waiter and then another manager at the end of the evening, I was offered a free dessert....not exactly what I was hoping for after spending nearly $130 on a salad, two entrees and two glasses of wine. This place is living on its reputation and I for one, won't be going back.

    (1)

  • Bob M.

    The food is always great. Buying Broiler gift cards at Costco saves you 20% on your purchase.

    (5)

  • Manny F.

    Seriously, the best steak in the world! I don't know if its the meat cooked at that temperature for a short while or the altitude its served at... something about the meat. I've eaten many other but nothing comes close to this place. I guess the only other thing would be some fabulous Brazilian Churrascaria.

    (5)

  • Suepattra M.

    An Eastside institution with fabulously prepared steaks, a great happy hour and lovely views (when the weather is nice).

    (5)

  • King M.

    Disappointed. Based on the smattering of good reviews, I took my wife there for our first anniversary and we were pretty bummed by the experience. To start the evening off, we arrived 5 mins early for our reservation but had to wait until 40 mins after our reservation to get seated. I think this had to do with the fact that the place was overbooked (evidenced by the bar crammed with other people waiting for their reserved tables too). The bartender was nice but obviously inexperienced (I asked him to surprise my wife with a sour cocktail of his choice and it took him ten minutes to think of something which turned out to be mild and bland, much like my watery gin and tonic). But, he was kind and friendly so no problems there. After waiting forever in the crowded bar, we were finally seated and our waiter, Sean, began the night by repeating word for word what the hostess told us one minute earlier about the 1800 degree broilers that they use to sear their steaks, which are apparently selected from the top 2% of the beef in the country. I thought it was amusing that they had such a canned intro and then it pretty much went downhill from there. After taking our orders, the waiter reeked of desperation for a bigger tip by snubbing us after we said did not want any wine or additional vegetables (we thought our two appetizers and drinks would tide us over until we got our entrees). After that he continued to be quietly rude by serving us without a glance or word (he literally dropped the butter on our table without so much as a look of acknowledgment). My wife actually wanted to speak to a manager to switch waiters but he must have sensed our unhappiness because he began to act like he was trying to be cordial but it was all very forced and unnatural. I asked her to please let it go so we could just try to enjoy the dinner and we tolerated him for the rest of the evening. We almost never let anything petty like that bother us but he truly put a damper on what was supposed to be a wonderful night. The food was decent.. not amazing but pretty much what one would expect for the price and type of restaurant and definitely not worth going back for. Actually, my wife's filet was not so great and a bit tougher than one would expect for the cut. The meat had a good flavor but perhaps it was seared a bit too long before being cooked. Either way, there are too many great restaurants out there with better mannered staff and uniquely tasty food. I'm sure others have had good experiences but there was truly nothing that my wife and I liked enough to give it another try... (Oh yeah, to top it all off, we discovered that the waiter apparently threw our cheesecake upside down in the box when we opened it up to munch on this morning. It's too bad there are people like that who work at restaurants with expectations.) Good luck to those of you who decide to go.

    (2)

  • Herb C.

    Daniel's Broiler is definately a place to go to if you want to blow a load of your $. However, a simple way of getting around that is happy hour. They have happy hour from 4pm-6:30 and most of their appetizers are half off (in the lounge only). You can save a lot of money just by eating appetizers and sharing a steak. Draft beer is half off also. Views are spectacular and parking is validated. And their steaks are very good. Not a place to go every single day, but once in a while, it's good to spoil yourself, or a sig other.

    (5)

  • Sean M.

    I came for drinks. I'm giving the view four stars. The bar I would give three. It was crowed and seating was difficult. There was a piano player that took requests, but there seemed to be a number of songs he didn't know.

    (4)

  • Don M.

    Expensive to be sure, but well worth every penny - food, view, and service! Enjoy!

    (5)

  • John P.

    I've eaten here three times recently and have had consistently good food and good service. Each time my wife and I have been seated at a table with a wonderful view, the service was quick with superb followup and the food served without a long wait. We have had different choices each time and all 6 selections have been delicious. It's not a cheap place to eat, but it is a good place to eat!

    (4)

  • bethany s.

    Steak and seafood, mmmmm. A great piano bar, lots of single guys and delicious Steak teriyaki. I gobbled kalamari to tunes of Billy Joel, Elton John, and Earth, Wind and Fire, while several handsome middle-aged and young guys chatted with my friend and I. It was suprisingly hopping for a thursday evening and I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, the food and the company!

    (4)

  • Rick L.

    I really didn't find the service very entertaining or friendly, and worst of all .. the prices were RIDICULOUS - even for a seafood place. I was really disappointed and it took forever to get a table.. Dig through my seafood reviews for something better.

    (2)

  • Christiane H.

    My husband and I read the reviews here before going, so we wanted to try some of the menu items that were especially well-reviewed here. First came bread, which was wonderfully crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. Our food followed quickly, and the server was attentive. The truffle fries were very out-of-the-norm and tasty. They were piping hot, and the thickness, texture, and fried-ness were my idea of perfect. We shared the hot sampler platter, and our favorite item was the steak bites in teriyaki sauce. That was the only meat we ordered, but I'd love to come back and try another steak dish. I'm a fan of lobster and bisque, so I ordered the lobster bisque, which was lovely. The fried artichoke hearts were fun and my husband liked the garlic dipping sauce. The spicy bbq prawns were not very spicy, so we enjoyed them. Our server brought out an intense chocolate cake (personal-sized, but too rich for me to eat by myself) for my birthday treat. Overall, I was satisfied with the prices. The steak prices were intimidating, but I expect they're worth it. The salads were no pricier than the cheaper restaurants that I'm used to. Verdict: I'd love to go back.

    (4)

  • megan d.

    come for lobster. they boast abou their steak but i dont think its that great but the lobster really is much better than some other seafood houses ive tried. i really enjoy sitting at the glass piano at the bar. alwasy nice place to stop by.

    (4)

  • Rob H.

    My wife and I love Daniel's. Both locations have great views, the food is always excellent, but most importantly, the service is top notch. For our latest visit, we went to the Bellevue location. I satisfied the carnivore in me with a nice chunk of prime rib (Medium Rare - My wife couldn't believe that I ate it. It was nice and red.) and some seasonal vegetables. They were prepared perfectly, with the right amount of crunch. No soft veggies here. We finished up with a Coconut Fudge Sundae. You must try it. It is simply superb. Go and see the fine folks at Daniel's, you'll be glad you did.

    (5)

  • Brian K.

    Every city seems to have that place. You know where I am talking about. If there is an anniversay - go there. Important clients from out of town - go there. This happens to be Daniels for Bellevue. Located on a high floor of the Hyatt, it offers beautiful views, assuming you can see anything (curse you clouds and rain!). I've been here on one too many business dinners, so let me just make it clear... The steaks are good, not life changing. The seafood is average, not mind blowing. If you're a vegetarian - I hope you like pasta. Their service is top notch. But price to quality has to come into play. Go to Woodinville and hit up Barking Frog.

    (3)

  • Michael F.

    Excellent food, Although my waitress was kinda not to be seen at times , my date got the attention of another waiter and the other waiter was more than happy to accommodate, excellent team work and atmosphere. It was a first date and she was very pleased as was I with the food, practically melted in you mouth, but the creme Spinach needs to have the bacon taken out, bacon was so fine into it , it took away from the taste of the spinach. But the calamari was the same as many other restaurants, would be nice to do something a little different with seasonings, but the veal chop was very mouth watering , but the twice baked potato seemed a little too twice baked, just needs to be pulled back a bit with the heat to keep the potatoes even. But it was a great overall experience, be prepared to spend big and dress was all over the place, I noticed a wide range of dress.

    (4)

  • Dae Y.

    went there for a business lunch. 3 course lunch: ceasar salad - good. not spectacular, but solid. petite filet - very good. amazing they they can cook 60 of these at once and have it come out so good. NY cheesecake - very good. i ate the mint leaf, the whip cream, the top, the bottom crust and all the fruit around it. left a big slab of most of the middle. can't do too much sweets. overall, probably one of the best sit down business lunches i have ever had! thank you, Datec, Silver Peak, Extreme Networks and Level3!

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    Personally I would never spend this much money on a steak ($$$$). The larger of the bills that I have every had at a restaraunt However, I get loads of gift cards from a customer of mine that does advertising for them. I have been here three times with a group of four for dinner and all three times Daniel's has nailed it. The service is superb. My guests typically pause a bit on what to order for fear of breaking my pocket book. I remind them that they are my guest and to hold back is to ruin the experience. "If you want the $70 Filet Special then go for it." That said: do not stop here if you are a vegetarian or looking for somewhere to stop with your 12 year old son for a quick bite. This is a high end steak house baby and you are going to pay for it. Table of 4 with 2 drinks each, 2 appetizers (2 thumbs up on the bacon wrapped scallops), steaks around with Lobster Mash Potatoes, dessert, and tip...$450.00. Understand that my pepper encrusted Delmonico was the best damn steak I have ever tasted. That is comparing to El Gaucho, The Met, Ruth Chris, Morton's, etc. My wife and I often speak of dropping by for just Desert. The Iron skillet cooked chocolate chip cookie topped with Vanilla ice cream. mmmmh! Additional PROS: A bonus is the view at night and the free parking. There is a sky bridge to Lincoln Sqaure so feel free to walk off your meal there. CON: Finding the place once you park inside the building can be tricky. The inside is a labyrinth.

    (4)

  • Nanny T.

    I expected much better service. Our waiter always seemed distracted and kept looking around the dining room when he stood at our table preparing to take our order. The drink I had was awful and I returned it. He didn't bring dinner rolls or butter to our table before or with the salad. I had to ask him for the rolls and butter. The bottoms of the potatoes were charred and they were slightly warm. The bernaise sauce was too salty without much flavor. The New York cheese cake was bland as could be. But the steak was delicious (without the bernaise sauce). We'll keep searching for a great steak-house. Daniel's was not.

    (2)

  • Jace D.

    $19 glass of wine, $15 at HH. Ok, I did not pick up the tab. Did you see that waitress? WTH is she doing in a dump like this?

    (5)

  • Stephen W.

    The happy hour food: exquisite. The happy hour clientele in the bar: a bit more Duck than Draper.

    (4)

  • Ricway A.

    I felt like the steak here wasn't as good as the other competitors in the area. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. It just didn't have strong flavors when you bite into it. Being at that price point you either have to be one of the best or you can't compete. The view is quite gorgeous.

    (2)

  • Amy B.

    Crispy artichoke hearts in hollandaise sauce A red Syrah Mashed potatoes A juicy delicious filet mignon, tenderly charred Buttery, flavorful lobster Finished with a creme brulee and fresh fruits With the view from the 21st floor, a beautiful candle lit table, impeccable service and a handsome date, was there anything I didn't like? I adore Daniel's!

    (5)

  • Ming L.

    This gets a five star because when I came here, it was for a company party so I got all the alcohol and food I ever wanted. And it was for a party back in January, and I didn't have time to review until after busy tax season. So rosy retrospection might be part of it. You decide. We had our own room with a great view of downtown Bellevue. I arrived on time, but only one of my boss, his wife, and one of my coworkers were there. So we enjoyed some gigantic cocktail shrimp, raw oyster, brushetta, crab dip, etc with a glass of wine. Delish. Then the rest of the party arrived. We had some more hor d'oeuvre. Had filet mignon and mash potatoes as the main course. I asked for medium. Biggest regret of my life. All my coworkers said it melted in their mouth (they asked for medium rare), but I had to chew it TWICE before I could swallow it. It is still very tender and flavorful, but next time I will definitely get it rare/medium rare. Garlic mash potato was delish as well. Dessert was a platter of creme brulee, cheesecake, chocolate dipped strawberries, etc. I was too full to have much of that at the end. Of what I've had, it was all pretty okay (probably full by then). Staff were very friendly as well. They recommended different drinks to our party, and some cocktails that were off menu to the ladies in our group (they all enjoyed it. I tried one too, very fruity and sweet.. pretty good though). Note: we had our party on the Lake Union one before. I like the environment in Bellevue more, but that might be because I live in Bellevue most of my life. My bosses didn't like the DT Bellevue scene as much though. So again, you decide. Finger crossed that our next party will be here.

    (5)

  • Robyn P.

    I'll have to agree with Jennifer L on this one: 1. Peter Pan city in the bar 2. The Vintage Room was a splendid oasis in a sea of Peter Pandom 3. Food was yummy - delicious ahi and the teriyaki steak bites are always a hit 4. Service was stellar This was the first stop of a bachelorette night, and frankly, I wish we stayed put, had the Vintage Room all to ourselves, called on a few hot male strippers to give us a show, and avoided the ensuing ridiculousness that is Lucky Strike. I like this place. It's in Bellevue, but I still like it. And free garage parking was an added bonus.

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  • Kyro P.

    What a disappointment. Very high priced meals for bland steaks. It was my birthday and I was hoping to have a nice meal but the only thing good was the lobster mashed. I had reservations and still had to wait 15 min before we sat down despite the 6 or 7 parties I saw leave during the waiting time. My waiter was nice and had small talk but wasn't very attentive and mentioned the food taking long but didn't offer a comp or dessert. He also was very pushy with the up selling. They WILL ask you if you want a salad, asparagus, ect but beware none of it comes with the meal. The crème brûlée I got was over whipped and the worst I've had. I will not be back. So disappointed.

    (2)

  • Susan C.

    Yum yum yum. Awesome view. Delicious food. Excellent piano player/singer. Great ambiance. Splendid service. What else could you ask for? I've been here for happy hour multiple times. Parking is validated. Good prices. I recommend the filet mignon steak strips, seared ahi tuna, steak tartare, bacon wrapped Alaskan weathervane scallops, Australian lamb chops, dungeness crab and artichoke dip. The last time I came here was for a birthday dinner. I ordered the Australian lamb chops. They were cooked perfectly, and very filling. My friend had told me how much she loved them so I just had to try. We also got a complimentary chocolate molten cake as it was a birthday celebration. We ordered the coconut fudge sundae for dessert as well, which was very rich. As a plus, you can sign up for the Schwartz Bros. rewards program for $25 (free if you are an Amazon employee). The rewards just keep coming the more you visit. :)

    (5)

  • Richard C.

    Been coming to this location over the years for their desserts. Today, one of our party had a temporary drivers license and the manager asked us to leave because it was not a acceptable form of ID. We told him that it was according to the WA liquor control board. He didn't want to hear any of it. Since we only wanted desserts, we asked to be sat in the dining area. He told us we cannot order just desserts in the dining area and we would have to order full meals. I never heard of any restaurant having such a requirement. Will be filing formal complaint with their corporate office.

    (1)

  • Emiko K.

    Very fancy place, you get to sit on a table made of Mabel. The service is good. I think the food was mostly all steak/asparagus type of foods. Not a seafood place, just a place to impress people. My family of four spend over 500 dollars in one night there. I really cannot justify spending that much money on one meal no matter how fancy it is. My Personal Rating Key One star: the food was bad and I had a negative experience. Two star: I had a more negative experience and would not come here again but the food was good so I may. Three store: everything is good except one thing. Example-the food is good, the price is more reasonable but the atmosphere is lacking class. These are sometimes my go to more than four stars because I usually care about price more than I do about atmosphere. Four stars: Everything is great, food, experience but the price may be on the upper end. I would not recommend this first to Obama unless he didn't like my five stars. Five stars: I would recommend this to Obama. The price may be on he upper end.

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  • Aaron Y.

    Terrible. Half of my steak was well done. The other half was medium rare. I ordered medium. How is that even possible? When we got to the restaurant, we had to wait an extra 30 min because allegedly people were still at the table that was assigned to us. While we were waiting, the hostess gave the same excuse to a group that was after us. Coincidence? I came before for late night happy hour. That was good. Regular dinner...terrible. I'll post a picture of my filet mignon and how one half looks like roast beef and the other looks medium/medium rare. Crazy.

    (1)

  • Bao-Yen T.

    I've been to this Dailers Broiler a couple of times and its always been a positive experience. One of the best steaks I've had. Its comparable to other restaurants such as El Gaucho, The Metropolitan Grill and/or Ruth Chris. PROS: Parking: Easy, free parking the in parking garage. Ambiance: The low lighting and simple decor gives the place a nice, relax, somewhat formal setting. Good for casual dinning, business meetings and/or romantic date nights. Service: Laurel was our server the last time we dined here. She was remarkable. She was very friendly, funny and personal. I came with a group of 8 people for my friends birthday and we all felt very attended to the entire time. She was also very knowledgeable on the menu items as well. Food: The food was amazingly! We were started off with fresh bread and butter. I ordered the 8oz filet mignon with peppercorn sauce, mashed potatoes and bacon wrapped scallops. My husband ordered the 32oz bone in rib eye, steak fries and prawn cocktail. Both of our steaks were cooked to perfection and slightly seared on the outside. Every single bite of my steak was very juicy, moist and so flavorful. I didn't even need the peppercorn sauce. The mashed potato had tons of garlic topped off with parmesan cheese. The scallops so were huge that it could have been a meal itself. The scallops were lightly grilled and cooked perfectly. Each piece was tender, meaty and accompanied with a butter garlic sauce served in top of a piece of toast. One of the best scallops that I've had. My husbands prawns were huge and very fresh. CONS: Food: I ordered the peppercorn sauce on the side and I didn't care for it too much. It tasted rather bland and bitter. My husband didn't like the steak fries. He mentioned that they tasted like they were previously frozen. Even though the scallops were delicious, the bacon was pretty burned. Overall, besides a few minor details, everything was still amazing and I would come back without hesitation.

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  • Quinn C.

    We came here for a light dinner on the 4th of July since our standby wasn't open. It was about 6:30 when we made it over, walked in and were seated quickly without a reservation by a window. The hostess was very sweet and showed us the patio when we asked if we could sit out there. Scorching hot temperatures led us back inside to the A/C. We split 3 things: -Steak Tartare -Tomato and Mozzarella salad -Halibut The Tomato Salad and the Halibut were both on the fresh sheet. I know, who goes to a place known for steaks and doesn't get one? Maybe next time. The steak tartare was so good! It was prepared with hard boiled eggs chopped up and capers underneath the tartare itself, something I'm not used to but was so flavorful. I could have eaten just that alone, the crostinis were grilled and warm and delicious. Tomato salad was really flavorful, we could taste the freshness of the fruit and the mozzarella was just perfect. As a single order it was great and I feel like we both got more than what is considered one serving having split it. The Halibut came with green and yellow wax beans, chilled and the halibut. This dish was so good we were both practically licking out plates. The chilled temperature of the beans combined with the hot halibut was perfect! Our server was on top of it. She made great recommendations without being pushy or trying to oversell anything. I ordered a Tom Collins and bf got his usual, a perfect Manhattan. The Tom Collins was one of the best I've had, tart and perfectly lemony, loved how refreshing it was! BF says his Manhattan was on point, they offer Woodford Reserve, our go-to bourbon so we were very happy all around. We will be back for the steak!

    (5)

  • Peter N.

    Great view, but otherwise too nose in the air for me. Ordered drinks at the bar, but the bill came before the drinks! Never seen that before. And the cocktail (some tequila concoction) simply wasn't that great. The menu only has a couple of vegan options, and to that end, the people organizing the dinner had called ahead especially for me. The waiter decided to argue with me that such an arrangement had been made, and then vanished for 1/2 hour (of course, it had). Very slow service, and I didn't end up eating until much later than I normally would have. The only vegan appetizer was bread, which tasted stale. I ended up with a risotto for my entree - OK, but I found it a bit too heavy, and I can't eat artichoke. Shame that for such a high class people they couldn't have spent 30 seconds asking what I liked. Also had the lemon sorbet (no cookies), which was OK, but a bit too tart. Not impressed. Vegan fail.

    (2)

  • Courtney L.

    I enjoyed the ambiance and the view from the restaurant, plus the service was good, however I think I had higher expectations of the food given the prices (the prices are the main reason for my 3-star rating). Three of us went for lunch and our bill totaled about $95! Note: One person in our group had a gift card that needed to be used. We ordered a Filet Mignon Sandwich ($23), Prime Rib Dip ($22), Crab-Stuffed Prawns ($28) and Calamari ($10) as the appetizer. Even though the steaks are labeled USDA prime, I thought the price was extremely high for a sandwich & fries. **Calamari - The breading had a nice crispiness and was lightly seasoned, but I wish the batter was a little thinner. The portion size was reasonable and an ideal size for 3-4 people. **Crab-Stuffed Prawns - This was okay, but I didn't really care for the BBQ sauce underneath the shrimp... the crab filling was creamy, so it seemed to be an odd paring. The BBQ was a bit strong and seemed to mask the flavor of the crab. It might have been better if the sauce was served on the side or just lightly drizzled on top. However, I did enjoy the grilled asparagus and polenta cake. Overall the dish is pretty rich and more filling than expected. If I were to come here again, I would probably try dinner instead and order a steak, since that seems to be their specialty. However, because of the prices, I probably wouldn't consider returning unless given some sort of coupon/promotion.

    (3)

  • Gabriela S.

    We were so hoping for great first experience in Bellevue and since I just flew in wanted something more casual so ended up here. The ambiance is nice- little loud by the bar but if you end up on the other side in the dining room you can have your quiet area. The menu is pretty simple and frankly if you do not like cream, butter and other heavy food- not much to choose form on sides- veggies/salad options are very limited. They do have great wine list so we ordered Italian Brunello I believe. The service was worse than in Outback steakhouse- had to constantly ask for water and/or other things- took forever to order our food. The NY steak was cooked to perfection and the salted baked potato was very good. Steak Tartare was dry and probably worst I ever had anywhere in the world. They were out of their specialty-prime rib at 8pm on Friday night. The management really needs to train their staff to equal up to the prices/caliber of the restaurant as well as check with clients about their experience as we did not have the waiter not anyone else ask us at any point how our food or dinner experience was....

    (3)

  • Trinh T.

    Daniel's Broiler is a traditional steak house that is located on the 21st floor in Bellevue place. Expect spectacular views along with steaks that are perfectly seared on both sides using their broiler. It's another great restaurant in the Bellevue area. My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - You must take a special elevator to the 21st floor of Bellevue Place. Upon exiting you'll find rich, dark woods along with intimate, dim lighting. There's a lounge for casual walk-ins, and there are several private rooms for large parties. Of course, being on the 21st floor allows for some amazing views around Bellevue. 1 Star. Service - Excellent knowledge of the menu and quality service are two things you'll expect to find. The only slight annoyance was that our server urged us to order tons of appetizers and starters. Knowing we would over order, we finally just kept repeating no politely until he finally got it. Not a big deal honestly, just a tip. They did allow us to itemize our bill, which can be a challenge. Like I said, they are experts. 1 Star. Food - So what's so special about a broiler? The oven allows chefs to sear both sides of the meat to lock in the juices and flavor. The result? As long as you don't add toppings, you'll end up with a pure, well-marbled steak whose flavors are released as you cut into your steak. I think they only season with salt & pepper, to allow the beef to really shine. While I've previously enjoyed their rib eye cut, I have recently taken a liking to their Daniel Cut Filet, which is a tender 10 oz. filet. Now, I'm from Texas, so we have plenty of great steak houses. Daniel's would certainly rank as high. But of course, quality does come at a price so expect $100/pp. if you're drinking wine or alcohol. 1 1/2 Stars. Will I Return? - Only if I'm taking someone who has never been. Don't get me wrong, Daniel's is superb quality. I just can't afford it on ever visit. However, it's certainly one of the places I would choose if I wanted to share the experience with someone who has never been. 1/2 Star. My Yelp Rating Scale (Sum of all parts): 1 Star - Atmosphere - Is it a cool dive? Perhaps an upscale place? No matter the type, atmosphere plays a big part and I'll give a star if I like it or thinks it has great charm. 1 Star - Service - You can have a great meal with bad service. But that's also what can make a five star joint drop to four. It's important to the dining experience that service is great and on point. 2 Stars - Food - I'll award up to two stars for the food, since this is the main reason we dine out. Sometimes the extra star is given for value, but it's really all about the food. 1 Star - Will I come back? - If I know for a fact I'll return, I'll give this a star. A place has to make an impression for me to return. Each Category can be given up to 1 star except food (2 stars) because I consider all these categories important to the overall dining experience. I will sum them up to provide my final Yelp score.

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  • Michael G.

    Best french onion soup in the area. And unlike Howie, they will omit the crostini for the carb conscious (like myself). Service both times I've been there has been spot on. The view is one of the higher selling points however, being on the 21st floor of Bell square. The caesar salad, contrarily is unimpressive, with many places serving it better, such as Melrose Grill. I could easily go five stars here but will hold one back for this slip.

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  • Ming Z.

    Wanted to come here for a special dinner. Drove down to the Hyatt Hotel underground parking (free). Elevated to the restaurant and checked in with the host. Another couple was waiting on the side, but I've made a reservation online, and only waited for 2 minutes. Walking to our partial view booth table, I got kind of sad. The view was good during the sunset hour, could not see much after that. The bar was cracking on this Friday night around 8pm. Noise level was similar to Trinity on a Friday night at 8pm. The restaurant was full of people and surprisingly, a lot of kids too. Our server was like a well trained NFL player on media day. Very consistent, very mono tone, and everything that he said is just like the fine print within the menu, but with a flash light in his hand. I am totally fine with that, "I am only here so I don't get fined". The sommelier on the other hand was awesome, she was fun, cool, and very knowledgeable. The appetizers, steaks, desert, and wine were amazing. You get what you pay for. But I think I will return to the Daniel's Broilers in Seattle, instead of driving to Bellevue. Cheerios.

    (3)

  • Gina L.

    Celebrated my husband's 40th birthday and it was fantastic! I had the filet mignon and my husband had the prime rib.

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  • Ruben H.

    I love quality meals and will gladly pay for them....this place right here is on the absolute top of the list of that. I love the elevator up and then the entrance when getting off. Reservations are easy with Open Table and you MUST make them several days in advance of coming. I have been here at least 10 times and it has been nothing short of perfect and amazing each time; that is nearly impossible to do. I have been in one of the Boardrooms for a special dinner, they did a perfect job attending to 12 of us and the food/drinks perfect as always. I have ordered just about every cut of meat they have and I always seem to go back to their Rack of Lamb with fries, its simply mindblowing. I love this restaurant, I can't wait to go back!!

    (5)

  • Krista T.

    Daniel's Broiler has outstanding service and pretty good food. I say "pretty good" because it's certainly not the best. If you want the best, head over to John Howie Steak a couple of blocks away at The Bravern. Even so, you'll still have an enjoyable meal if you decide to eat at Daniel's. The lounge area is usually packed with the pianist's groupies. I've rarely seen such a dedicated fan base! Singing old Billy Joel songs isn't really my thing, but it makes for fun people watching. Lots of sugar daddies and cougars sitting in the lounge too, which is another reason to grab a seat and people watch. I actually prefer to sit in the lounge as opposed to the dining area. Stellar views of Bellevue/Seattle are offered at Daniel's, especially on a nice summer day/evening. I'd definitely suggest Daniel's for a date night. Food Suggestions: Popcorn shrimp - Doesn't sound like anything exciting, but trust me, it's worth it. Filet; lobster style Lobster mashed potatoes Sweet Corn

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  • Atsha N.

    This is the 2nd time we went here. First time was 2 years ago. We asked for oysters on half shell but they don't have it and said that this is not the season but the next day we went to Pike market and we ate fresh oyster there and the restaurant owner said that this is the season. This year we have the same problem again. When we asked for the oyster, they said it's unavailable cause not the season but we just ate oyster couple days before. So that was disappointment. As for other foods that we ordered all are great and delicious. I ordered lobster and steak which are good. The service are ok. The prices are in the expensive side. Good for special occasions but not daily thing.

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  • Suki S.

    The le Poire* (I can't remember if that's the correct spelling) but such a delicious drink! The French martini is OK. The calamari was pretty darn good too and the view of Seattle is absolutely beautiful day or night. Waitresses are nice, and service is not too slow.

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  • Audra A.

    While the food and service was good the location of the tables is terrible; at least mine was (both times). The first time my husband and I came here for our 1st wedding anniversary and the first time on a date since having our daughter who was less than a month old. Our table was a tiny table placed right in the walkway of servers and other guests going to their tables. It was not enjoyable. It felt like we had people in our space the whole time. The second time we went for Mothers Day since it was my first Mothers Day. We thought we would give Daniel's another chance. Well, sadly we were mistaken. This time we were placed by the 'bussing' station so through our entire service there was a server clanging dishes, getting drinks or cashing out a bill. It was so noisy and awful! Our daughter was not happy with the noise either. Maybe others have had better experiences, and I really wanted to enjoy the restaurant, but the location of our tables just soured our experiences.

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  • Stephanie B.

    The steak and other items here are sub-par, particularly for the price. I've been here a few times and every time I'm a little disappointed. Ambiance is good, though, and I'll probably come back just for drinks and maybe some happy hour items. If you want a good steak, try El Gaucho or even Palisade is better.

    (2)

  • Jacques I.

    Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner service and fortunately my boyfriend made a reservation for us, which is through Open Table. On the reservation, he asked for balcony seating, which Daniel's happily accommodated, giving us an end table right by the window. It was definitely the best view of the place, especially since the restaurant is on the 21st floor of the Hyatt, overlooking Bellevue and the Seattle skyline. Our server was very helpful and quick. You could tell he was very busy, but made sure to constantly check in on us, as well as offer recommendations. They're there to obviously sell more, so they can get a bigger tip - but they are very deserving of it. My boyfriend had the porterhouse which was a 24oz. steak with a baked potato. The porterhouse is by far the most expensive menu on the item, but he was very happy about his meal. He requested it to be medium rare; and when served, the server asked him to cut into his steak, and waited there, to make sure that the steak was cooked to his liking, which it was. The server also brings a variety of toppings for the baked potato, which the server tops for you. I had the copper river sockeye salmon with garlic mashed potatoes and broccolini. It was incredible. I especially loved how they cooked the salmon - only searing it and leaving the middle more on the rare side, which is the best way to eat this kind of salmon since it's naturally oily. It was amazing, and I felt like I had the best meal there. While my boyfriend had the French onion soup, which is made from veal stock, making all the difference, I had the best lobster bisque I've ever had. You can really taste the sherry in it, and the Maine lobster is really highlighted. As if it couldn't get better, the butter had Himalayan pink salt on it. Not much for one who eats bread and butter before a meal, I couldn't help myself from eating more and more. We were stuffed and needed that walk home afterwards. Daniel's is very, very expensive. This is a restaurant I won't be able to frequently dine out, but having done so, I feel so lucky that I did. It was a great dining experience that I will always remember.

    (5)

  • Sarah B.

    I work in the building so often come up for drinks after work and sometimes lunch. Their burger is really good-- it's huge and comes with bacon and was perfectly done. The bacon wrapped scallops and the steak bites are always good. But it's nothing super amazing compared to the other steak houses in the area. Plus the prices are high. A lot of ppl like the French onion soup. I personally think it was too salty. It's thicker than other broths I've had and is super hearty. If you're into it, it would make a meal

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  • Ed W.

    We had dinner here Friday night. The steaks were really good, but pretty pricey. The service was really good, but it felt like we were being up sold too many times. I was also very disappointed to pay $67 for a steak and then have an added $5 fee for a steak sauce. It was offered as if it was included and this approach seems pretty cheap given the total cost of the dinner for 3. Would I go back? Maybe. But it wouldn't be my first choice given other options in this area.

    (3)

  • Elaine K.

    This is so far one of my favorite restaurants/steak houses around. The place is very classy, beautiful, and has a great customer service. The food is spectacular! My favorite dishes are the bacon wrapped scallops and the filet with loaded baked potato. I also love the wine selection it offers. The cocktails are also wonderful. Very strong, lots of alcohol, which is not very common in many places. That is why we are always at Daneil's. Unfortunately, we had our first really bad experience at Valentine's day 2015. I understand that in a such a day like Valentine's things can get a little bit out of control and service might not be as good as usual, but our last valentine's day at Daniel's was a disasters. First of all, when my husband call to made the reservation, he made sure to let they know we wanted to be seated on the restaurant area. Well, it did not happen. We got there in time and was seated 20 minutes later in the bar area, which was very loud. If we wanted to wait it could take over an hour the host said. We were not happy about it but we want to have a good time so we stayed.Scallops came totally cold!!!!! It never happened before, but we kept cool and continue trying to enjoy our night. My husband's steak medium well when he cut it to check it seamed ok, but as soon as we started eating more he realized it was . We just eat medium rare. My steak was burned outside. We usually asked to be blackened, but mine was definitely cold. After that we just asked to talk to the manager, explained about the seating situating and his answer surprised us!!!!! According t him: "Valentine's day is always a stressful day for the restaurant and that the seats is just the way it is, you can not choose where to seat. I do not wan to be here, I would prefer to be at my house." Really? Did you just say that? So rude. Sheesh!!!! In a couple of times we talked to the manager there, they were all fantastic, friendly and went beyond our expectation, but that last one was such a disappointment. I was planning in writing a review about this place for years, and I always thought it would be 5 stars, However the very last experience was horrible, worthy of a 1 stars, so I guess the better way to balance a little is a 2 stars rating. I am going back there tonight for a friend's birthday and I hope my experience is better since the last time:) Still excited to be there though

    (2)

  • Joy H.

    Daniel's is an awesome dining experience - I've had lunch here (lobster salad is my go-to with BIG chunks of lobster but the fish & chips are overly breaded and dry), happy hour (great deals but SUPER crowded) and finally dinner (steaks that actually come with sides - yay!). Service is great, food is overall yummy, but the prices are on the higher end (you can get discounted gift cards at Costco!)

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  • Rich T.

    Well the view is just spectacular on the 21st floor. I'm a little jaded since I spent so much time here at company dinners. But the fact is the view is amazing. Particularly in the summers when u can get out to the balconies. The food is expertly done. With truly gigantic steaks being the signature dishes. If ur a lighter eater then they will happily split salad. Our spinach salad was good and the dressing on the side is a must if u don't want lots and lots of it. The split 14 oz filet was very good and impeccably cooked. So net net a great place for a big rainy carnivore and it works for the lighter eaters by splitting portions and sharing.

    (4)

  • Tony L.

    For the price, I would rate Daniel's as 2 1/2 stars. I had a business dinner here last week, and the experience was ok. While the food was decent, the service was hit or miss. I arrived at Daniel's right at the reservation time, and we still had to wait another 10 or 15 minutes for our table. Our party of 6 was seated in a smaller room with two other smaller tables, which was fine. After ordering wine, apps and our main courses, we started getting our food. We shared some calamari and scallops, and most of us ordered steaks, which were good (one person ordered salmon, which came overdone the first time and a little underdone the next time).. The biggest issue for the lower rating would be the service. While the server was friendly, it seemed like we got too much attention on the minor items (waters refilled every few minutes, plates pulled almost as soon as we put our forks down, theatrics with the flash lights to help check for steak doneness) while not getting enough on other issues (needing to return the salmon dish, getting the baked potato toppings on our own instead of having it served like the other tables did, etc.). Overall, it wasn't bad, but when you factor in the $7-800 tab, there is definitely room for improvement. You get great views here, but I would just save my money and head here for happy hour instead.

    (2)

  • Jennifer P.

    Wow. This place has changed a lot in the last couple of years. This review will reflect my most recent visit to the bar. Firstly, it took ~10 minutes to get water on the table. Daniel's has a standard for getting water down way sooner than that. Secondly, the sliders they have on the happy hour menu feel like the bun is just one of those Hawaiian rolls that you purchase from the grocery store, it didn't feel like it was a slider from a high-end steak restaurant. Thirdly, I ordered something off of the happy hour menu and was most definitely not charged the price I saw on the menu in the bar. They should mention upcharges if there are going to be some. I had higher expectations for the food and service than what we received. Lastly, they entirely forgot one of our food items that we ordered, so I made up we had an event to get to and got the bill because the experience we were having was so poor. Unfortunately I can't say with confidence that I will recommend this place any further due to this visit.

    (2)

  • Aaron P.

    I went here one night I was in town because I heard it was a good steakhouse. I believe it to be a so-so experience. I called ahead for a reservation on a Sunday night and they told me I could just sit at the bar. So I came in and the bartender was very rude about asking to see my ID even though I was just eating. My ID was at my hotel so I did not want to go back to get it. I understand the policy of needing to see ID if you look young, but he said it in a very rude way. I informed the bartender he should not be so rude in a high class restaurant. Alas, I waited for a table for an hour, even though the host had said it would be absolutely fine to sit at bar if I'm just eating. When I finally got seated, the server was prompt in getting me my drink, but did not come back for Pop and water refills. My glasses were frequently empty. I ordered the 12 oz filet with garlic mashed potatoes. It tasted very good, I just wish I would have been informed that it would be blackened, because I do not like that and would have gotten something else. In all honesty, it was not that different from a $15 steak at Texas Roadhouse. The service was slow, but the food was decent. I threw up RIGHT when I left the restaurant, so I was very annoyed about spending $90 with tip on that. The ambiance was very nice and I had a great view on the 21st floor. I would choose another high class steakhouse such as John Howie if I am in town again.

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  • Kimmie L.

    Came to this location for Valentines dinner. Oh my it was packed! As expected for v-day. My first time at this location and it's pretty inside. Quite loud but it's likely from people sitting/standing. Memorably, their steak is solid . Shared my first caviar experience with my husband. We loved it but $100 love is quite pricey.

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  • An T.

    Came with some friends for a birthday dinner. Nice ambience and view. I started with the artichoke hearts. They were crisp and not greasy from the fryer. My friends got the steak tartare. It wasn't like other steak tartares that I have had, it had like an egg salad on the bottom. I also got the pecan spinach salad with the dressing on the side. It was a warm bacon dressing. Very sweet dressing. The pecans were in the dressing as well made me think of pecan pie... with bacon. I think an acid would have went well with the sweet dressing and salty bacon. For steak Ofcourse I got a steak why would I go to a steakhouse and not? Got the Porterhouse. My eyes were way to big. I got half way through before I tapped out. It was a bit salty, I couldn't tell if that was the butter they put on it or it was just seasoned a little heavy. Then again I haven't been eatting much salt so it could just be a heighten sense of salty to me. My friends did the special which was a ribeye for two. We were all pleased with our steaks very good! The waitress was nice to bring me out a dessert since it was a Bday dinner. I always appreciate the restaurants that do this. Such a simple gesture goes a long way. It was a molten lava cake mmmmmm. My friends got the tart with the seasonal fruit of Apple. It was huge and delcious as well.

    (4)

  • Staci S.

    I just want to start by saying we went on valentines day, so this place is probably amazing most of the time, but definitely an awful place for holidays. We made a reservation for 9pm, because it was the earliest time they had open. When we arrived at 855, we were told we'd have to wait at least 15-30 minutes, which is ridiculous since we had made a reservation a month in advance. When we finally got sat, it was in their private dining room, which is not on the same side as the restaurant. When you go to a restaurant specifically for the view, and you get sat in an area with no view, it's a huge letdown. On top of that, our table was tinnnnnny. It was so small that had to back my chair up so that when I opened my menu I didn't knock over the wine glasses. Then we waited probably another 15 minutes for someone to even come acknowledge us and give us water. From then on it was just meh. My boyfriend asked the waitress whether the Delmonico steak or the lamb chops were better. She raved about the Delmonico. He was incredibly disappointed. It was chewy and not even close to as good as my filet, which was $15 cheaper. I had to send my steak back, and so did the person next to us. Also, my silverware was dirty. I mean gross caked on food dirty. I have no idea how the guy who put it there didn't notice. By the time it was all said and done we were there for over 2 hours and didn't even order dessert. As we walked out, we realized that the real restaurant area had a live piano player, the lights down low for romance, and an incredible view. We didn't get any of that. During the meal, the hostess was walking around writing down how far people had to go on their meals, clearly overbooked. I heard a waiter say they only had half the staff needed to take care of both the restaurant and the private dining room. Huge disappointment. Not impressed. They clearly overbooked their restaurant, making it difficult for the staff to impress and the guests to enjoy valentines day. For the price, absolutely not worth it. Better off going to the Met downtown.

    (1)

  • Vibhor C.

    It's either this or El Gaucho if you want a steak in Seattle! Food Quality - Excellent Food Taste - Excellent Food Originality - Excellent Price - Excellent Customer Service - Excellent Ambiance - Excellent

    (5)

  • Caleb M.

    Wonderful service with a good view. We came here for a pre-valentines day meal and had a wonderful experience. Our server definitely made the experience better and the view from the 21st floor was terrific. I've always had good experiences here. The really do know how to take care of you. We loved the dessert, a coconut ice cream. And the prime rib in the prime rib sandwich was great, however the a jus left quite a lot to be desired. I wouldn't order it again. The wedge (salad) was excellent however.

    (4)

  • Matt S.

    Exactly what you would expect from a $$$$ steakhouse. Friendly attentive and approachable service. The food was excellent, well seasoned and perfectly executed. Appetizer: We had the chilled sampler with oysters prawns and crab all fresh and delicious. Main courses were lamb and a filet which were well seasoned and cooked we both asked for substitutions from the garlic mashed potatoes to the truffled french fries which was no problem. The decor was little 1980s but easily overlooked by the fantastic view and the cleanliness of the dining room. I was very very very impressed with Daniel's broiler and will be back again.

    (5)

  • Kristina S.

    It's been quite a few years since I've visited Seattle. After an fulling dinner our friend (who are locals) recommended that we grab dessert & drinks here. We were all extremely full but they insisted we at least get 2 sundaes and share (there were 7 of us). Once the desserts hit the table we were slow to taking a spoonful. Once that spoon hit each of our mouths, we couldn't stop but go back for seconds, thirds... The sundae is an AMAZING dessert!!! Definitely a must!! It has the right amount of sweet, creamy, and crunch. If you don't have dinner here. You have to stop in for dessert and drinks. Their hot chocolate is also very tasty. Also, not to sweet but still has the right amount of flavor. Hope to visit this place & Seattle again soon!

    (5)

  • Mighty Z.

    Awesome as usual. We sat at the bar for an hour before dinner. Great atmosphere and the ahi app was fantastic. Great service and food as well in the main restaurant. It's been 10 or more years since we were last here , not sure why but Daniels has not lost a step in over 20 years . Wow! That's rare for any business. Thanks for the special evening and great service Michael

    (5)

  • Stacey P.

    I am on a search for a fantastic restaurant to go to on Thanksgiving. I had seen Daniel's menu, and thought I would give it a try and left still searching for that great restaurant. My party arrived 30 minutes early and found the place crowded. People lingered wherever they could as everyone apparently figured early was better than later. After checking in we headed to the bar where there was plenty of room for a pre-dinner drink. Truthfully, this was the night's highlight. The bartender was fantastic! He was charming, witty, and made strong drinks. His service I would give five stars without a second thought. Forty minutes later we were seated at a booth near the kitchen. The ambiance was nice - dimly lit, not too loud, wood everywhere, comfy booths. It was pleasant, but didn't stand out in any particular way. There was no particular view from where we sat, but since it was evening I doubt we would have seen anything anyway. I ordered the four course Thanksgiving meal. If I were to rate the meal alone it would have received four stars. The turkey was cooked perfectly, the stuffing was delicious, and the garlic mashed potatoes while not very garlicky were smooth, buttery, and tasty. The shrimp salad had three shrimp in it, so it was underwhelming, and the creme brûlée at the end was an instant regret. Served ice cold, it had congealed oddly and tasted more like a custard jello than creme brûlée. The reason I am unlikely to return was the service. Our waiter served us like I would expect to be served at some seedy dive bar - unfriendly, cold, and disinterested. There was no greeting, no introduction, no pleasantries. When he stopped by our table, which was rare, it was to take an order in a demanding fashion. Our water glasses went empty, he never asked if we wanted another round of drinks, so they too went empty, and he seemed extremely irritated. He never smiled, and only talked with us to take our orders. No one asked how the food was or anything. I am okay with that at Denny's, but not a steakhouse like Daniel's.

    (3)

  • Paul C.

    Went to dinner with my work team for a a nice dinner out. The main reason why this review only gets two stars is because of the service. There was no introduction on what to expect from Daniels or how they cook their steaks to set themselves apart from other steak houses. The server rushed our meal all the way through the evening. When he wasn't rushing for decisions, our water and beverage glasses were empty. When we did get new drinks, do you think he would take the empties? Additionally, when we got new bread it was plopped down carelessly onto the old empty bread basket. I do understand being busy, but I don't think being busy should excuse poor service. The food was good, but not great. Our steaks were undercooked. I ordered mine medium rare, and I would say it was closer to rare. One of the other guest ordered medium well and it was sent back due to being closer to medium rare. The highlights: teriyaki tenderloin apps, lobster mash potatoes, mushrooms, and asparagus. The filet mignon looked great, but the ribeye was underwhelming unfortunately. This is my 2nd visit to the Daniels broiler in Bellevue and I don't think I will return to this location as both time left me disappointed. I have frequented the Lake Union location in Seattle and that has been a much more pleasurable experience. If you're in Bellevue I would recommend John Howie steak, have yet to be disappointed at that establishment.

    (2)

  • Anthony S.

    Live piano / harmonica tunes - Saturday night !! I came here on a saturday night for drinks with a friend. Sitting in the bar area, we got a table near the window. With a beautiful view of downtown Bellevue and our Mack and Jacks in hand - we had a splendid evening enjoying the live music. This location stocked a few other local beers on tap and had an extensive whiskey selection. The crowd was great that night. Overall, would love to come back knowing that the ambience would be just right, everytime.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    I asked my friend from Bellevue.com where I should go for a great Bellevue meal and when showed up to my nice balcony table, I couldn't wait to start ordering food. We started with shrimp and bacon wrapped scallops. Both were spectacular. Then we moved onto a wedge salad. It was just ok. Next was the calamari (fail) so far nothing was above and beyond except the prices. We did have some wonderful conversation with others and that made the evening. There was a piano player inside but for some reason they were not streaming audio through the outside speaker. They had just regular music. Wish we didn't have to decide between the view or the music. Last and least the steak and lobster mash. I was excited to try the mash but found it to be rather sloppy. I wish the chef put about half the ingredients he used and it would have been amazing. Why so much? Can we taste the lobster? Sometimes less is more. Now the steak! I'm sure the reviews would reflect if they consistently brought food out like this but I'm guessing I was given the worst cut of grisly mess in the place. I was only able to eat about half of my steak. When I mentioned it to the server she just commented "well sometimes they're like that". I didn't even want the New York strip but they were out of prime rib by 7:30. Needless to say I was very disappoint and so was my friend who recommended the place. I wanted this place to get me away from the Ruth's Chris same old but as for now you guys could learn a lot from their calamari and steak choice.

    (1)

  • Joe H.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Bellevue. I love the fact that there is no silly dress code. Amazing view, good food, usually pretty decent service. Just wish they have better beer selection. Music is a bit too loud sometimes.

    (4)

  • Sharon C.

    Came here for a business dinner last week. I wasn't too satisfied with the rib eye I ordered. Blackened on the outside and was not memorable at all. I also was really disappointed with the French onion soup as well. It was sub par and too thick, more of a paste than a soup. I thought for a moment that the cheese on top might've been a slice of browned ham, because that's what it looked like. The appetizers and oysters were great though. The service was good and we had some great wine. I don't think I would go out of my way to come here again. When a steakhouse serves just an "ok" steak, I don't usually want to come back.

    (3)

  • Michelle P.

    Great place to spend happy hour both of the piano players are awesome amazing view of the city highly recommend

    (5)

  • Jacob B.

    Did the bone-in rib eye and lobster mash. Traditional steakhouse with a great view. How can you beat that.

    (4)

  • Lis W.

    Okay so why would you ever make a reservation? So that at that time, you can have a table , amiright? Fancier, upscale, highly rated restaurant.. You'd expect to show up and be seated at that time? Going on 20 minutes and they approach us to take us down the hall to the "board room"... A quiet , dark room. No thank you. While we were waiting, no one mentioned that the bar area with the awesome piano man playing was open seating ... But when we returned , it was apparent they thought we should have known that. What idiots we r. (I'm hungry) We left. Oh.. Overpriced. Pretty place with a good view tho.

    (2)

  • Jasmine G.

    The best steak I've ever had. And I've had a LOT of steak. Daniels is a great place to eat in Bellevue and worth every penny as you'll always walk away satisfied. The portions are huge and the quality is unbeatable. The best steak I ever had before this was in a $2k+ visit to El Gaucho, and I won't ever look back! The Bellevue location has great bars and private dining areas for quiet dates or dinners with family and loved ones while overlooking the city. The best, by far!

    (5)

  • Angela N.

    The outdoor deck has stunning views of downtown Bellevue, Lake Washington and across the water you can see downtown Seattle. I went during happy hour (4pm to 6:30pm) it was crazy busy. Luckily we scored an outdoor patio table, it was warm but there was a cool breeze that made it perfect. The service is why I gave a 3 star rating and not a 4 star rating. I expect a place like this to have exceptional service and unfortunately it wasn't. The drink I ordered came out in a dirty glass and the waitress did a "drop and run" maneuver before i realized the yuckyness on the glass. It was a good solid 10 mins before I was able to flag her down to let her know off the issue (for which she made no apologies) and then it took another 5 minutes to get my new drink (that looked like they dumped the original drink into a clean glass or just wiped the old one.) If you can't tell dirty dishes really bug me! Needless to say, had the service been better we would have spend more time & money on food and beverages. We ordered the following food items: -Bourbon BBQ Pork Sliders: The pork was tender, BBQ sauce was really tasty (not overly sweet.) The fries that came with were a little undercooked but still pretty good. -Crispy Artichoke Hearts: Lightly breaded artichoke hearts, seasoned perfectly with a delightful garlic hollandaise dipping sauce. (If you are an artichoke lover, get this item!) -Crispy Fried Calamari: Lightly breaded calamari, tasted fresh and was not over breaded or chewy like other places I have ordered calamari. The lemon aioli was great when combined with the spicy cocktail sauce. -Filet Mignon Steak Strips: Melted in my mouth! The steak was so tender and flavorful that I didn't want to stop eating these little morsels. They were glazed with a teriyaki sauce that was not overpowering but gave great depth of flavor. (I would definitely order these again!) All in all the food was on par, the location/view was fantastic but the service needs a little help. Go for the food & views!

    (3)

  • Jakie S.

    My friend and I went there for lunch last Thurs. There was going to be a wait in the lounge so we decided to go to the bar (which, also, had a beautiful view), and were served quickly. I had the steak (filet m) and lobster. It's not on the lunch menu as it's on the dinner menu, but they will accomodate. Delicicious! Our server was friendly, and she was appreciative of our visit.

    (4)

  • Van C.

    This was my first time at Daniel's at this location. I went with a friend for happy hour and had high expectations because the prices were high, even for happy hour. We ordered the sliders, lamb chops, artichokes and bacon wrapped scallops. Where do I even begin? The lamb was tasteless like the chef had forgotten to salt and pepper it. There was also a chili dipping sauce on the plate but even that tasted diluted. The artichokes had an overwhelming flavor of being pickled that it was hard to tell the flavor of anything! The bacon around the scallops were burnt; thus leaving a smoky flavor in my mouth! The waitress didn't seem to care much. We paid our bill of $50 and left. I won't be returning there anytime soon!

    (2)

  • Yen P.

    ~my husband and i celebrated our 3 month wedding anniversary here last night. It was very good! I love the jumbo lobster tail. i really liked how the server did the extra flavoring on our baked potatoes. also they included a nice dessert for our wedding anniversary. the customer service was great! thank you!

    (5)

  • Randi S.

    Definitely a great experience here. My boyfriend was able to get last minute reservations for our anniversary here. He was recommended by his coworker who is good friends with a manager or boss there. If I could give this place a 10 out of 10, I really would. I recommend this place to those looking for a fancy steakhouse for any special occasion. The location is on the 21st floor of The Hyatt in Bellevue, WA. If you get seated by the windows, you will love the view up there. Upon arriving for our reservation, we waited for less than 3 minutes. We went on a Thursday around 9pm, not sure how busy they usually get. Our hostess was very pleasant and informational. She taught us that they serve USDA graded prime steaks, which they were out of at the time. She walked us to our table and let us know we could hang our coats over the hooks attached to the booth. How awesome! Next, our server/waiter was so so friendly and very good at his job. It was his 2nd day working and you would have never been able to tell. He was so well mannered and prompt. Someone give this guy a promotion. He made his rounds to refill our water and kept an eye on the clock, making sure the food made its way out on time. He also took his time getting to know us and giving us small talks in between. I can't remember his name right now but I will definitely update this when I remember. The food itself was amazing! It was more than enough to last me and my boyfriend lunch for the next day and dinner, too. We were looking to get a glass of wine, first. Our waiter suggested Pinot Noir (red wine) and it was pretty good. I'm not much of a wine drinker but it went well with the Porterhouse steak ($65) and my boyfriend had the ribeye ($55) and mashed potatoes w/ garlic butter and cheese. Before that, the waiter also brought us a complimentary house bread which was okay but, I thought it was funny because he joked about not filling up too much on the bread. At the end, the waiter brought us a complimentary dessert to celebrate our anniversary as he noted upon serving us, my favorite, molten lava chocolate cake w/ a scoop of ice cream, whip cream and berries. Hoping to come back again for our next anniversary or even for dinner during Christmas.

    (5)

  • Tammy N.

    i have only dined here once for happy hour. it was very good! great views, great service, and great food! so we got there for late night happy hour. it wasnt too busy. our server/cocktailer was very sweet. we ordered the steak tartare and the artichoke hearts. the steak tartare was good. it wasnt made table side though (boo) but it was still very good. it was served with capers on top of a chopped up hard boiled egg and some toast triangles. the artichoke hearts were a complete miss. i really wish i didnt order it. it was like, deep fried in a batter with a side of some kind of aioli. blech. i also had a glass of their house malbec. it was too vinegary. i dont remember what it was called. but anyway, the service was top notch! oh, i almost forgot! i ordered dessert! i ordered the keylime pie! i was never big keylime pie person, but since i started working at a restaurant that boasted about their homemade keylime pie (made from fresh keylimes) it made me feel like a keylime pie snob and everytime i see keylime pie, i had to try some. ok, so their keylime pie is pretty delicious lol i totally recommend to anyone who wants to kick back and enjoy the beautiful view and some yummy tappas =0)

    (5)

  • Andrea V.

    Dined here last night for my boyfriend's 30th birthday. It was the first time we had been here so we were looking forward to it. Our waitress was Makeena and she was on point. Very sweet, nice and welcoming. The only thing that was a tad bit annoying was when she would keep asking us if we wanted a drink, appetizers, salad, soup, ect. She would not take no for an answer, even when we said only water she pushed for us to order an actual drink. Same thing with appetizers or additional add ons. I'm thinking, ok she must be on commission or something. Other than that it was a pleasant evening. I ordered the pork rib chop, since they were out of prime rib (lame). Also had mashed potatoes and a side of onion rings. Was perfectly cooked and everything tasted great. Makeena surprised my boyfriend with a free dessert for his bday which was nice. I would come back. MY boyfriend on the other hand didn't enjoy his ribeye as much...said it tasted burnt, and gave him a horrible upset stomach all night. :(

    (4)

  • Yen D.

    I tend to drop by here for their desserts and their drinks. I asked for a cosmopolitan with Chambord, but since they didn't have Chambord, they replaced it with another raspberry liquor, which went really well with it. Also, I'm a fan of their chocolate chip dessert with vanilla ice cream. The waitress was also nice enough to allow us to eat my friend's brownies in the lounge and even suggested a great red wine pairing which was half cabernet and half malbec to compliment the brownie.

    (4)

  • Marc M.

    I needed a map to navigate the hotel lobby for the elevator to Daniel's, once I found it I was in awe at the view and the setup with many small rooms set up with a beautiful view of Bellevue. We had a large party for work and they accommodated with great service from Thomas. He must have been good because I still remember his name. The starters were awesome. Fried Artichoke , Teriyaki Sirloin, and spicy Shrimp stand out. My salad was not OK, shrimp bleu cheese sounds like a great combination but my friend and I both did the same thing when they set it in front of us, smell the plate and wonder what that smell was. Bay Shrimp, hardboiled egg yolk, and Bleu Cheese are 3 things that should not be on a plate together, it smelled horrific. The taste of the dressing was good and I used the blue cheese to cover the char taste of my steak. Granted, I waited 6+ minutes to take my first bite of the Bone in Rib Eye, but it was not the best I have had and frankly, I have had 2 better in the past month. It was cooked as ordered, med rare, but it was charred, not seared. When spending $77 on a steak I expect to taste the meat, the rub, and any add ons, I don't want to taste the char of an over hot flame. The temperature was great even after waiting to eat it, but there were only 4 great bites off of a 30 oz Rib Eye. Many of the people in my party commented on how good their steaks were, the Filet had the most raves. The desserts were a hit, loved the Cheesecake and the chocolate desserts were devoured. Pros: The View The Service The Appetizers The Desserts Cons: The stank of the shrimp bleu cheese salad The Char on my Rib Eye

    (3)

  • Mason L.

    Go there couple times a year and the food is always stay on par. Great services and will be benefit if you join the membership.

    (5)

  • Denise W.

    Heard some great reviews so decided this place is a must go. Got a table right by the window with a great view of the city lights. Started with the bacon wrapped scallops which was great. Perfectly cooked with a nice subtle sauce to go with it. We ordered the porterhouse Oscar style which means it came with a hollandaise sauce with crab meat. The meat was boring with no flavor and so was the sauce. I ordered the crab stuffed shrimp that I did not like at all. Shrimp lacked salt or any flavor. Perhaps that was suppose to compliment the over spiced crab cake that was sitting on top of it. The shrimp was also sitting on some spicy siracha mayo sauce that was not good. All night I could taste the over spiced crab cake which was not a good memory. I normally eat all my food but this was so bad I only ate 4 of the 5 shrimps on my plate. We really wanted to like this place but left very unimpressed. Not sure we would come back. I gave the 3 stars for view and service.

    (3)

  • Theresa F.

    I *want* to love Daniel's, I really, really want to, but the mediocre service makes this impossible. I have had this location bookmarked for review for some time, hoping I would have a better experience to convey. From Happy Hour to Lunch to Dinner in the Dining-room, my high expectations are consistently left unfulfilled. Daniel's has an amazing view, a nightly pianist, an outside deck, a beautiful Restaurant and Bar, and an even more beautiful Martini Lounge. I *want* to love it! On my latest visit, I talked some friends into trying out Daniel's new Express Lunch Menu. Service was slow in the mostly empty restaurant, we stared longingly at our food sitting under a heat lamp, temped to pick it up ourselves! My friend indicated to our waiter that the soda brought out was diet vs the regular he ordered, and the waiter said, "I don't think so". Even if he didn't think so, the appropriate response is to replace it! The pricing of the Express Lunch is priced lower than the regular menu, and the food quality matches accordingly. The menu is also available for takeout. Come for the view, stay for the view! My latest dinner visit was at the end of January, with a group of six. The service was sub-par and I was so disappointed, because I was hoping for a win. I had just been to El Gaucho for dinner days before, so I ordered the Filet Mignon for a fair comparison. (Timing was good!) The filet was good, but pales in comparison to the Filet Mignon at El Gaucho. The blue cheese is a good touch, and necessary. The majority of my visits have been, and will continue to be, during Happy Hour. The food and drinks are good and fairly priced. The service is generally decent, but not as flawless as service at comparable restaurants. Daniel's, I like you, I don't love you.

    (3)

  • Lisa P.

    I can only comment on drinks in the bar area at happy hour and not the food. We stopped by for a drink on our way to an event in the Westin. It was pouring outside so the outdoor seating area was closed (although it looks amazing - an outdoor seating area on the 21st floor with great views!). We managed to make it before happy hour closed at 6:30 and loved their wine deal ($3 off any glass). I rarely see such a useful and awesome deal, and we took advantage! One glass of Pinot Noir and one of the happy hour martini was only $16 in this beautiful location. I am interested in coming back for dinner, and can see this is the happy hour place to visit!

    (5)

  • Mark M.

    What a shambles. I've yet to receive a drink, though I arrived 15 minutes ago. It took 10 minutes (no joke, TEN MINUTES) to be acknowledged sitting at the bar with only two other guests at 1:45. It's not busy. No bartender/server evident. Upon Jeanie's arrival she wasted no time telling me it would be a while for a drink , since she had three other orders to make. I flagged someone down to ask if I might have lunch, and eventually Dan arrived to give me a menu, and to make me a drink. After searching for the prime ingredient in their "Specialty Seasonal Drink", one of five, I was informed they were out of the Pow Wow Botanical Rye, which Id never had, and was the reason for ordering their "Lady Zazerac" in the first place. A cheaper substitute was suggested, but being in the restaurant business I was overly familiar with it, and was using my one "semi-day off" to research other options elsewhere. By the way, I'm waiting for a meeting downstairs, or I would have already left. Obviously. And this review would have never been written. Jeanie's repeating to several other customers, apologizing that they had to hunt her down to pay their checks was because "there's three other orders she needs to make" at least showed me I wasn't alone in my frustration! I've NEVER left a negative review on any review site, only positive ones to point out great service, I just review with my dollars, and spend them elsewhere. I also seeth when guests anonymously "flame" establishments with bad reviews. Bring it up while there, we'll fix it! I'll make an exception, because this is continuing to amaze me with the poor service evident with all in the lounge area today. So far, I've been here 30 minutes, and witnessed far more absurd scenarios than any 5 places combined. Good luck with this. I eat at the Seattle Daniel's Broiler, and I'm never disappointed. And I know the evening social scene at this location carries the restaurant. BUT, service should be great from open to close everywhere, not just for those spending $75 for 1 meal at lunch! Cheers succeeding with this management model. I guess I'm just "old school" before my time. And now that I've had my say, and have had my filet long enough to finish with no checking back on either food or drink, I'll leave and review both with my wallet (no future returns) as well as with this ONE TIME negative review. Jeanie won't know, because if I stiff her she'll just think I'm a cheap guy that doesn't tip (making this review appear written out of cheap spite, instead of experience) and since this is obviously an accepted standard of service, with no oversight, it's not my job to "consult" with an apathetic manager, wherever he or she may be. Why assist management in doing what managers do; manage? Long review, but an allowance to vent on a sore point in the restaurant world; total decline of exemplary service. (While writing this my food arrived, and was great. But as we all know "great service overcomes mediocre food more than great food overcoming mediocre service") Respectfully truthful, Mark K. Monroe Mercer Island, WA. PS "I'll have a double espresso and the check please". "We no longer serve espresso, as our machine has been broken". Perfect ending to this one hour debacle. The check shows I arrived at 1:58 (I arrived at 1:30, so this was when the check was opened and anything input to the computer, 28 minutes after arrival) and it is now 2:35. One hour isn't too lengthy a time, I guess, unless all the time is spent waiting in an "empty" room.

    (1)

  • Tani S.

    After last minute Christmas shopping, my husband and I decided to try Daniel's Broiler for happy hour. It was ok, nothing really that stellar. The atmosphere wasn't great since we were seated next to a couple from work that was loudly complaining about their co-workers and there was another big group from work that was also loudly celebrating. I know happy hour isn't supposed to be an intimate affair but this wasn't quite what I was hoping for. On top of that the table we picked was getting blinded from a light that was radiating off of the copper kitchen/bar hood so not the best. The dishes were so-so as well. The happy hour popcorn shrimp was amazing as other reviewers have noted and a friend had told us. However, the oysters, brussel sprout salad, and filet mignon were just ok. The burger was good and they were sweet to split it in the kitchen but if felt under seasoned. After a $75 happy hour meal with just one great dish (popcorn shrimp), I think we're going to avoid this next time...

    (2)

  • Shirley K.

    I've been to all of the Daniel's locations and I've only had one good experience and that was at the Lake Union location. I have always ordered the same thing, medium rare filet mignon, and that was the only time my steak came out perfectly cooked. They always seemed to over cook it or under cook it! I even had them remake it but they still managed to mess it up! The Bellevue location made me never want to come back again. I brought my boyfriend here for his birthday. The server seemed nice but when we were ordering my boyfriend's ribeye medium rare and my filet mignon medium rare, the server asked how we would like our potatoes and which sides we wanted. I asked him what they had so he listed their options, I said I'd like garlic mash and the caesar salad. Our food came out and the steaks were over cooked and did not meet our standards. We love steak but only if they're cooked right so we had them remake both of our steaks. But when they brought them back, they weren't any better. We didn't even eat half of our food and regretted coming here. When the check came, we saw that they charged us for my salad. The server didn't mention anything about it not coming with my entree. Usually when a server asks which side you would like, it means it comes with with your entree. That was just ridiculous. I was really irritated that he would take advantage of us. It had nothing to do with the money, it was the principle... If I wanted a salad I would've ordered a salad! The only reason I got the damn salad was because he made it seem like it came with my steak! And the ridiculous thing is that this didn't only happen to me! I've read reviews where the same thing happened to other people at the Bellevue Daniel's. Shame on them!

    (1)

  • Nathan B.

    So dang good, the bone in ribeye, as well as the butter and bread. Friendly service and great atmosphere. Great view of Seattle across lake.

    (5)

  • PJ L.

    On the plus side, the service from the hostess stand to the server was impeccable. They noted my name at check/in and referred to it upon seating and again when we ordered. Waitress was gorgeous and more important, very knowledgable and even up-sold us! The view? Great! Food? OK. For price, not so much. French onion soup was a bowl of salt. Truffle fries were so overwhelming they were hardly edible. Plus, they were not even hot. I know it is a wine place, but the beer selection is lame; especially for Seattle. Would I return? Probably not

    (3)

  • Tracy J.

    Easy 5 star. I had the Delmonico steak that melt in my mouth. I got the mushrooms on the side and I couldn't have been happier. I had a Tamarack Cellar Cab that was equally amazing. The appetizers are some of the best I've ever had. The views, the food, the wine are a perfect combination. Service was good but I wouldn't call it exceptional. It didn't matter. It was still an outstanding experience. Worth it.

    (5)

  • Judy A.

    My husband & I are frequent diners at Daniel's in Bellevue. We love the food & the fact it is prepared right. The service is above & beyond. Daniel's is by far one of our favorite steak houses. he meal comes with vegies, potato etc. Nothing else can compare. The atmosphere is beautiful and the view is beathtaking. We will continue to dine at Daniel's.

    (5)

  • Timothy S.

    The food, as always, was excellent. My complaint is the service and wait time. Knowing that New Year's Eve is crazy busy for the restaurant industry, I made reservations in November. We arrived 10 minutes early and waited 30 minutes to be seated in the overflow restaurant area. Table was far too large for the four of us. Requests to the server had to be repeated several times. All in all, not impressed. Especially since I planned ahead and they were not prepared for the evening. At least the kitchen was.

    (3)

  • Melody P.

    A girlfriend of mine came up with this idea of practicing talking to people in public. We picked Daniel Broiler. I was there for the food for sure! When we walked into and realized there's no way we were going to talk to strangers, we just ordered food and drinks and started our own Happy Hour Fest! Location: The restaurant is in the center of Bellevue, 21 floor on top of Hyatt. Great view from the restaurant. We were not sure about parking. Therefore, we parked over Bellevue square and walked over. Not bad at all. Decor: There's vantage feel to it! My girlfriend and I were sitting around a piano facing West. We can see the tip of Space Needle from where we sat. The view was amazing! Food / Drinks: Between two of us, we ordered 4 Happy Hour dishes (CRISPY FRIED CALAMARI, FILET MIGNON STEAK STRIPS, SEARED AHI TUNA, and Fries). I think they are in big portion for Happy Hour. We managed to finished all :-) I highly recommend the steak strip. The steak was so tender and I liked it with teriyaki marinate. Service: Service was good. All the lady staff were very hot. As soon as we sat down, someone came by and helped us. The food and drinks came really quickly too. Even though, we didn't talk to people. We did compliment people next to us about the food they ordered. I guess it's a start!

    (4)

  • Frances Y.

    I'm sorry but I was very disappointed by the food. I ordered a filet mignon steak sandwich because I guess they only make about 8 prime rib sandwiches a day. That was the first thing that shocked me. My dad and I were so excited for these sandwiches. I had an 11 45 reservation and it was already out. I was still okay with the steak sandwich until I took a bite and it was so chewy I could barely eat it. My aunt had to cut her steak up separately. If I wanted a steak, I would have ordered it. The only reason why I didn't give 2 stars is because the waiter was nice. I will not be coming back here.

    (3)

  • Ben F.

    I've been to this place a couple of times. I've never eaten their food but just had drinks there. It's a great place to kill some time in Bellevue and offers some great views.

    (4)

  • Lesley C.

    Nice location and views from the Bellevue tower location. Not sure if quality was downgraded for a pre fixe menu or what but I went here for a company event and was not impressed. I ordered the filet since this is a steakhouse, it came out overcooked and dry.

    (2)

  • David G.

    Solid place to eat..on the pricey side but all things considered I'd say worth it. Was disappointed thought b/c we went for a late lunch on a day they were busy & they were out of all of the sandwiches except for the burger! : (

    (4)

  • Brady B.

    This was a wonderful experience. We arrived to a breathtaking view of Lake Washington and the Seattle skyline with 20 minutes left before sunset. My wife and I shared the bacon wrapped scallops app (why this comes as a 3 pc I'll never know. Probably because after we ordered, the waitress advised us that for an extra fee, we could get a 4th piece, boooo. Bad business) that was large in size and sooo tasty. The free bread was also flavorful. I got the rib-eye steak, my wife got the tenderloin and we shared a side of asparagus. Both of our steaks have ruined us for life for other steaks. The natural flavor was still intact and the seasonings added to it. The asparagus looked like they were grown with steroids. They were freaking huge!!! The top 5" were great but the last 3" were still a bit crunchy. Not sure if this is the way it's supposed to be but I'd like to eat the whole vegetable while paying over $10 for it. The sunset was magnificent and the wait staff was the best that I've had in years. They constantly refilled my water glass, in fact, after a refill, I took one swallow and as soon as I set my glass down another employee came by and refilled it again. The alcoholic beverage that I had was mixed perfectly so kudos to the bartender too. he only knock I have is the price. How many people get to spend $200 on a dinner for two? Great thing we had $130 in gift cards to soften the blow. I feel a little bad because of all the needy people that I watch in the news and such and here we are spending $200 on a single meal. It was truly a great experience though and won;t soon to be forgotten. Thank you Daniel's Broiler.

    (4)

  • Sara P.

    星期六去的 很多人等 我们在酒吧去等了半小时 酒吧区的小吃不错 我们两个人都点的带骨的牛排 超级大 支持了1/3就叫打包了 也有可能是之前吃了小吃 牛排感觉很一般 没有特别出众 然后很油 肯定放了很多黄油 服务态度不错 看得见bellevue dt夜景 价格有点贵了 因为不觉得特别好吃。以后可能去点一下别的牛排或者海鲜试试。酒吧区不错！

    (3)

  • Stephen M.

    Daniel's Broiler has several locations around Seattle, all of them excellent. We went to the Bellevue location (21st floor of Bank of America Building in downtown Bellevue) as a special date, and from the moment we arrived to the time we left we were treated as special guests. The food was excellent, and the waitstaff (Matt) was knowledgeable about everything, and at every point--salad, entree, wine, dessert--his advice was perfect. We had steaks, of course, and they were wonderful--tender, rich, just perfect. And dessert was wonderful as well. Service is friendly but not hovering, dining is leisurely but not slow. This is a place to go to talk, to enjoy the view, to experience the food, to relax, and to be treated well.

    (5)

  • Karlell L.

    Came in last night on Friday and looked for a seat up at the bar. It was really busy and found one seat in the middle with no one sitting there but a couple of groups standing around behind them, I asked a couple of people if this was anyone's seat, nobody claimed it so sat and took off my coat and looked at the bar menu ready to order a nice martini and some steak and lobster. The bartender finally comes over and says sorry but I can't sit there because someone els was and pointed to a few people that was standing around talking. I said I asked people already any no one claimed it and there was no drink,purse,coat ect that looked that it was ever occupied. He tells me to go look around the back bar for a seat. I felt awkward walking around by my self getting kicked out of a seat no one was sitting at. I stood around by the hostess desk for 10 minutes looking for another seat to become available. Nope, that chair still empty! Did he just not want me there judging me or was hoping to keep it open for a regular customer? I work across the street at another restaurant and felt kick aside and like a second class citizen. In this business word of mouth runs fast and high and he just lost out on a great sale and tip. What a dick!! I will never be back or bring my co workers here after work to spend our tips!

    (1)

  • Paul T.

    I love Daniel's. The service is ALWAYS top-notch, the food delicious and timely, and the atmosphere delightful. The staff is well-trained and well-oiled from the kitchen to the table. The view here is wonderful, and live piano at nights makes for an incredible time! Favorite appetizers: crab legs and steak strips. Favorite dishes: prime rib dip for lunch and bone-in ribeye for dinner. The ribeye is one of the best steaks (if not THE best) I've had anywhere, and well worth the price.

    (5)

  • V N.

    I celebrated my 21st birthday here with my boyfriend. Our table had a beautiful view! Everything we ordered was great. When I thought I was too full for dessert the waiter brought me a birthday dessert that had a chocolate soufflé with a strawberries, whip cream, and ice cream. We definitely will be coming back!

    (5)

  • Yumiko K.

    I can't believe I have never written a review on this restaurant! I have eaten here a couple of times with my co-workers from Japan. Both times I went there, I was with a big group of people, so we were seated in the Board Room, a small private room with a great view of Bellevue. It is not cheap (who am I kidding? It is freakin' expensive!!) to dine here, but it is so jovial and festive to have a big slab of steak with a group of hard-working and fun-loving people on a special occasion. We shared a few appetizer plates (popcorn shrimps, calamari, and a seafood platter). I loved ginormous Gulf prawn cocktails and lightly fried calamari with cocktail sauce and Sriracha mayo dipping sauce. A special occasion calls for a special meal, so I decided to order Australian lamb chops with lobster mashed potatoes. The steak knife that they provide sucks. It was not very sharp and hard to cut the meat. However, the meat itself was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and had a delicate flavour. The lobster mashed potatoes were a bit salty, but I loved how lobster craw meat gave a nice accent to the super rich and creamy delicious mash! My co-worker and I shared cheesecake for dessert. It was smaller than your typical cheesecake, but it was good with chopped up berries. I also helped finish another co-worker's sorbet (pineapple and banana flavour). It was some of the best and most refreshing sorbets I ever had! For 12 people, the bill was well over $1,000 (including automatic 20% gratuity); everyone was stuffed and happy. The service was warm and welcoming. It was such a fun evening filled with tons of awesome meat and potatoes!

    (4)

  • Chaz T.

    THE BEST STEAK PERIOD!!! John Howie The Met El G something or other all soooo overrated been going there for over 10 years and yet to have a bad meal and always top notch service. Only one or two Steakhouses in the country match up to the consistent quality these guys put out on a daily basis...

    (5)

  • Dick B.

    Great Restaurant, very nice people, great live piano music. Great view. Excellent steaks. On speeddial and my shortlist:)

    (5)

  • Peter D.

    Its an ok place. Stunning views but the waitress outfits in the bar area remind me of the tackier vegas casino drink minders. We went for happy hour and the food is decent but its by no means cheap. I don't really have any complaints but I also dont have any wow moments. What I recall: Calamari - Fresh and light not greasy. Texture was not rubbery. Seared tuna - Good probably best dish we had but again not wow. Oysters - Decent but not cheap for happy hour pricing. Stella - Damn how can you go wrong here! If you can get there to get a back seat at the bar you will have a stunning view. I do wish they would modernize the uniforms. its kinda gaudy when it really should go chic. Anyways give it a shot.

    (3)

  • Joanne D.

    Went for dinner and it was delicious! The waiter recommended the bacon-wrapped scallops and they were so mouth-watering...I ordered the ribeye and my boyfriend ordered the New York. Both equally juicy and flavorful. Will definitely return to this establishment.

    (5)

  • Jeanette R.

    We try to come here regularly, it is a nice spot for a date night and has beautiful views of the city at night. The steaks are superb...hubs like them the best over the Met and John Howie and Gaucho - only Del Frisco's in NYC is equally yummy. (according to him) Lovely sides as well - I like to have oysters to start and their bacon wrapped scallops - SO TASTY! After dinner....the bar is the place to watch the action at the piano bar, so funny and yet so Bellevue, gotta go and experience it. (I cannot think of any additional words to better describe it with my limited vocabulary on the subject) Daniel's is great, wonderful service too and we sometimes bring our child and she is welcome and loves it too.

    (4)

  • Matt T.

    Incredible views, great apps and drinks, and great staff. This place has it all.

    (5)

  • Steven M.

    Excellent Lobster! Great experimental drinks. Beautiful view. One of the best meals I've ever had! Quality service. A special shout out to Thomas T, our waiter, who made our anniversary wonderful!

    (4)

  • Desmond L.

    New Favorite Steakhouse! Celebrated wife's bday here. Our server Garlyn was amazing. We spent 3 hrs at our table with a view of Seattle. The steaks were cooked perfect. Great atmosphere and great service! Will start coming here more often!

    (5)

  • Yen E.

    First, we got lost trying to find this place and where to park, but Thank You to the people of Bellevue for directing us. Thankfully we weren't late for our reservation. I chose here to celebrate our 9th wedding anniversary... you know, splurge a little since hubby is deployed and what an experience! They put us in this area that was really quiet and we even got a pretty nice view of the city. The service was slow and steady. Our server Brian (i think that's his name) was great since we explained that we've never been here. He even congratulated us on our anniversary a couple times. We started off with lobster bisque and grilled bacon wrapped Alaskan weathervane scallops with sambuca butter sauce. Those scallops were like butttter. Hubby had some kind of steak with the works while I went with their prime rib. In the end they even surprised us with a free anniversary dessert which was incredibly nice of them. Overall the experience was really nice. Very romantic, very... quiet. Too quiet because I felt like busting out laughing loudly. The only thing is, a different guy came to take our plates away and we didn't realize we had to specifically tell them we want our leftovers. I was smart and said so, but hubby didn't because we figured if I said it, that meant for his too. He was extremely sad to only see my leftovers in the box. At least I was nice and shared it the next day ;)

    (3)

  • Jen H.

    This review is for lounge area only. Great wines-by-glass selection, darling server who knows her stuff, nice HH selection of snacks and live piano player/singer who will do everything from Elton John to Tom Jones to Babs to Jay-Z. It's funny to be here. Pricey, but fun.

    (4)

  • Mark Y.

    This is really a review for all the Daniel's broiler steak houses.. I"ve been to all 3. Consistently top quality meat. Sometimes have specials that carry interest cuts (chateaubriand, bone-in rib eye etc).. The bone-in rib eye is a must if they have it for me. Grilled to perfection, beautiful cuts (thicker cuts) which allows medium rareness which I like but some heat to integrate the fat.. Wine list is a bit expensive but then again I usually bring my own wine so not a concern here. Top notch..

    (4)

  • Chantelle K.

    I will never eat at Daniel's again, nor recommend it to anyone I know. Admittedly, we are not the richest people, and were probably under-dressed... But I don't feel that is an excuse for the way we were treated. My uncle is very sick, and I thought Daniel's would be the perfect place to celebrate what may have been his last birthday. I spent nearly $400 (which is huge for me), and left supremely disappointed. Our server was kind to us...but it was obvious we were unwelcome. They made us wait longer than people who arrived after us... Probably specifically so they could tuck us in the furthest corner of the restaurant. The man who walked around, checking each table to make sure everyone was happy...checked on every single table except ours. He even gave us a dirty look as he skipped past us. I thought all this might be worth it, expecting to have some amazing food... Instead, my steak was raw and purple (though I ordered it medium-rare). I ordered lobster mashed potatoes, which tasted like they came out of a box; and creamed spinach, which was unbearably salty. It's probably my fault, for not complaining while we were there...but I felt so unwelcome and uncomfortable...that I really did not want to be further judged, nor risk anything being done to my food. I really don't understand, because this place has such great reviews... But it was the worst $400 I have ever spent.

    (1)

  • D F.

    Sat at the Bar and had the best service. The Scallops were Amazing, My favorite was the Beef tartar. Everything is so delicious and the view is unbeatable.

    (4)

  • Scott L.

    wifi password d@nielsbroiler

    (5)

  • Jacob D.

    It was good the waiter was very short though. I understand this is in a city so I guess that might be par with the culture. I just thought he might be a little less in a rush. He did try not to rush, but when you are in a rush it shows regardless. When I go to an expensive restuarant I like to be made to feel at home not like a liability. Edit: The rush feel might be better described as the waiter was kind of depressed or lacked personality. Which I understand can be a side effect from working in Bellevue :P.

    (2)

  • Stephen C.

    Went here twice, once at the bar and another at the dinning area. We liked the bar area as you can sit and watch your food/snacks being cooked. Can get loud on weekend and when there is someone playing the piano. Dining area was good, excellent service. Only real complaint is that not all seats have a view. Odd placement of tables as usually only one seat gets to see out the window. Found the cooking smells coming from kitchen a bit overpowering after a while. Food was good but pricey.

    (3)

  • Kathy K.

    First off, our group had a reservation for five at Daniel's in Bellevue a few days in advance, we needed to add two more to our party making the reservation for seven, just one day before the date and it was no problem, thanks Daniel's. Our table was ready and waiting for us even a few minutes before we arrived and I love that when you don't have to wait for a reserved table, isn't that the whole point of making reservations? Our wait staff was spot on the whole night and here is something else I love about Daniel's, the staff has you cut into your steak to make sure it is cooked exactly to your preference. There is no ordering your steak medium just to have it come to you medium well or medium rare, which is another one of my pet peeves. However if the steak should come to you over or under cooked it will be taken care of immediately. My filet mignon was very tender and moist, perfectly cooked and probably the best steak I have had at a restaurant. My steak came with a choice of potatoes, I chose mashed and it was a very good sized portion it turned out to be. We ordered both appetizer trays from the menu to share among us. Both had lots of choices and good quality appetizers. I had the french onion soup which was overly salty and the onions mushy. Overall I found it mediocre. The fruit tart unexpectedly was made out of phyllo dough filled with a small amount of apple and came with caramel sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was good, but not a typical tart. Overall I found my dining experience very enjoyable and delicious. It is pricey at 50$ for a filet mignon and mashed potatoes. Side salads and soups are extra cost. at about 10$ each. We spent about 75$ a person here. The service was top notch and the food was very good quality, although the french onion soup needed a little improvement.

    (4)

  • Marc S.

    Been meaning to update for a while now! I'm glad to know that my one off experience of a few years ago WAS a one-off, even if it was a really bad one. Since then, my wife and I have gone for happy hour quite a few times, we've had a few company events there, and I've even done a few business dinners there. All of the experiences since have been what I had come to expect from them. Great service, great wine, great food. Of the steak joints in the area, I'll admit Daniel's is not my favorite: I am an admitted El Gaucho man, followed by frankly cooking them myself. But they have great steaks, a great selection of wine, a fantastic location, and their service has returned back to their normal fantastic level. Why four instead of five? Personal bias for steak prep and style. Not entirely sure that's fair, but.. I certainly wanted to get my review updated after my last less than stellar review of them

    (4)

  • Tiger K.

    everything here is great! always love coming to daniel's. dining room or the bar is one of the best restaurant experience you can expect. no bitches here! lol

    (5)

  • David P.

    Perfect steak every time, incredible seafood, best view in town. The first place in Bellevue to go for a special event.

    (5)

  • greg s.

    It is sad but I have to go down to two stars. The appetizer seafood platter was disgusting. Fish was warm and rubbery while some pieces were soggy. The only item that was decent was the chowder. The steak was tough and had so much fat there was not much edible meat. Clean the floors!

    (2)

  • Debby W.

    Great Experience. Matt was our Waiter and he was amazing. Very helpful and gave us great tips on what to try. If there were 10 stars I would give him 10. He sent over a great wine sommelier who took his time going thru looking for a lovely red that was affordable. $75 for the wine and it tasted delicious. Brian Carter vineyard. We were told it is not far from Bellevue and worth the drive to taste the local wines. The wine was velvety and in checking retail prices $29 to $35. So the markup is a little steep. I think they could give customers a little break on the wine prices,... At home this wine at our fav restaurants would cost $49 or so. So I wish they had some value wines available. Everyone here was kind and beyond nice. Is it a Seattle thing? The Steak Tartar was very unique and worth trying my husband does not ever enjoy it and he ate half and loved it. Lobster bisque is made from scratch. It is loaded with flavor and just a subtle touch of spice... It has a generous amount of Lobster and they give you a nice large bowl for $11. I was pretty full after appetizer and soup as the portions are very generous. Had a bite of my husbands steak and it was nice. Desert ... The coconut fudge sundae was Amazing! We shared one. Again very generous portion.... Three people could share 1 of these sundaes. Highly recommend you try this place! Great view and a piano bar for drinks before or after with very kind waitresses. Loud bar... If you want to talk you will prefer the dining room.

    (5)

  • Debbie P.

    Alright, here's the 411 on dropping 2 stars... I still love their eats, BUT they've changed their HH menu DRASTICALLY! The HH no longer includes the awesome deals on food, just the drinks! I'm sorry, I can get an awesome cocktail, beer, wine just about anywhere... But their bar eats were pretty good, and now I have to pay full price during HH?! WTF?! This place is no longer in my regular rotation.

    (3)

  • D J.

    Great food, amazing service, first class in a perfect location. Been here several times and loved it every time. Great for business meetings, happy hour or romantic dinner!

    (5)

  • Robert M.

    Came up to Seattle for a conference and connected with a good friend who had moved up here a year ago. He takes everyone who comes up to visit to this restaurant. We can sure see why. Wonderful ambiance, delicious steaks, wonderful service! If you are ever in the the Seattle area you need to do yourself a favor and eat here.

    (5)

  • Amy M.

    Daniel's does a mean lobster tail and their lobster bisque is outstanding. The view is quite beautiful on a clear night and though it's a bit old fashioned, the piano man singing old time favorites always puts people in a good mood. I've never received anything but excellent service and the food has been consistently good. Well worth a try if you're in the mood for steak or seafood on the East Side.

    (4)

  • Terry W.

    Came in for drinks on 7/13. Had a huge group with us and it was packed! Just had drinks, 2nd time in and I will return for dinner next trip!!

    (4)

  • Sarah S.

    Words can't express how excited I was to come here! I love steak and I suppose maybe I hoped this place was going to make me a A+, super awesome one. I can't say my filet mignon was bad, it wasn't. But was it worth $49, did it make me think it was in my top 5 best steaks ever? No... no it didn't. It was over seasoned (very salty). I've had better filets (steaks) at the Keg or SEAR for far less money. I started with the Lobster Bisque, that was very yummy. My husband had the French Onion and I tried it, I was glad I didn't order it because I didn't like it but my husband did. As mentioned, I had a filet with mashed potatoes. The filet was okay, the mashed potatoes were very good. My husband also had filet and with the twice baked potato. We shared the skillet cookie with ice cream... that was delicious. Would get that again in a heartbeat! Service started good but got very slow during the meal. The table next to us was asking literally dozens of questions about EVERYTHING on the menu ("Is the salmon grilled?" "Is it cooked rare in the middle?" "What body of water does it come from?" "Did the salmon having any siblings?" - okay, I made the last question up but they asked over 10 questions all just about the salmon not to mention every other dish they inquired about). So, I can excuse the slow service after that table was sat, I think our waitress was overwhelmed with them. The ambiance is wonderful if you like the super fancy. Spent over $200 on dinner for 2, I qualify that as a pretty fancy. I liked Daniel's Broiler, but I didn't love it. I would probably come back here eventually but it's not someplace I would be dying to come back to. One more thing: the beef is corn fed, not grass. I didn't ask but the questioning table next to us did. I hope restaurants phase out the corn fed beef, cows should be eating grass instead. Corn just makes them get fatter quicker.

    (3)

  • Flora C.

    Private event with friends for a Christmas dinner Environment: The table was so wide and empty. I don't feel the class. Service: Robotic and show casing the class it is lacking. The waiter interrupted my friends conversation couple times. However, we do get everything we needed but it's just not the best service I experienced at DB. Food: My lamb rack was tasteless and the mushroom as side dish was too sour for my liking. Steak wise, it was ok; a bit of disappointing.

    (3)

  • Conner W.

    Yesterday evening I had the pleasure of dining at Daniel's Steakhouse in Bellevue. I was with a very large group of 120+, but the staff at Daniel's had no trouble accommodating us. The menu was set and we were able to choose our entrée - Steak, Salmon, or Vegetarian Pasta. Our first course was a standard Cesar Salad - I liked how they chopped the lettuce into quarter to half-dollar size pieces. The steak was cooked medium and was nice and juicy inside. The outside was a little tough in places. The accompanying mashed potatoes were very good and came in a large portion. The broccolini was also great, but I would have like to have had more broccolini and less mashed potatoes. The service was good, although it took two requests for my beverage refill so I was without a beverage while trying to finish my meal (not god timing). The ambience of the room was also satisfactory. I enjoyed the low-light and felt comfortable being a little louder than I usually would at a restaurant because the room appeared to have thick walls and was away from the regular tables.

    (4)

  • Erin M.

    Daniel's is not a place that is at the mercy of social media stars, its' name and long standing reputation stand by themselves as a great dining experience. But after our fabulous Thanksgiving meal at Daniel's last night and after a horrid (!!!!) Thanksgiving experience somewhere else last year I just can't help but throw all my stars at them. Daniel, you never fail but on Thanksgiving, where the only thing higher than our expectations is no doubt your list of reservations, you made our holiday merry, bright and delicious. Sure, you've done this before and sure it's what we pay for with you, but after seeing what other "4 star" restaurants offer for their holiday experience you are still the best. Your staff was attentive and appreciative of us spending our holiday there, never rushed and the food was just perfect. There's not much more to say. Thank you, Daniel for our great Thanksgiving. Here are all of my stars.

    (5)

  • Dave F.

    Happy Hour Review: What a wonderful Happy Hour! Sitting outside in the summer with an incredible view, the best wines and an exquisite choice of expensive, but well thought-out appetizers. Our server was warm and friendly and she took excellent care of us. $150 for 2 at Happy Hour, but why not?

    (5)

  • Stephen C.

    Lunch prices are great! Fresh made sandwiches, steaks, salads. BLT Turkey club and Monte Cristo are the best around.

    (5)

  • Chris S.

    Deceptive practices. We've come to Bellevue Daniels the past 14 years on most of our family's special occasions. We expect a hefty bill just in going here. Unfortunately, deceptive practices have been implemented to bring the bill up over another 100.+ dollars than what you'd expect. Instead of bringing one side as ordered by several people they brought two of each. We assumed they split the plates to disperse among the long table. Upon dessert ordering they didn't tell the people that they were going to receive a complimentary desserts and let them order anyway. Two each came. Furthermore, they alluded to the parents of three children that dessert was included, when it certainly was not. 11 extras were charged deceptively. We are very unhappy. BEWARE.

    (2)

  • Alex S.

    Decent steakhouse, but not amazing. Especially since the service was a bit disappointing and my steak had to be replaced... In fact both of our steaks were overcooked - but my boss said he didn't want to wait. Which ended with him finishing his steak before my replacement came. So I decided to take the steak home and they put it in a Daniel's box, good. Then into a cheap black plastic bag you might find at a smoke shop... It was a hideous set up. Even Dintai has legit carry out bags... Seriously? Maybe they were out of bags. Who knows. For a restaurant of this caliber I would have thought that they would have explained or at least not told me that the replacement steak would take 5 minutes (complete lie) and then possibly apologized about something... Anything. The view is great, but I will likely not return. Steaks are well, just alright. I'll elaborate further. The Steak A medium rare ribeye should not be charred on the outside. Especially to a point where I needed to slice off the edges. Literally burned to crisp. Both of mine were charred. Mac and lobster mash was very very butter heavy. I felt like I was dining at an All American diner. It didn't help that there was like 3 oz'a of butter melting on top of my steak either. I quickly flicked it off in front of my waitress, yet she brought the replacement with just as much, if not more butter. Mind you, our dinner took place on a weekday at 5pm, it was not busy in there. Meat quality was okay. I just ate at Canlis the day after eating here and I must say, steaks need to be done like that. Simple, elegant. Not slathered. But I guess some folks might like that. So if you are looking for a decent cut of beef, slathered in fat, with fatty sides. :) Daniel's it is. Also, don't expect service to be halfway decent. If I ever comeback, it'll be just for happy hour at the bar. The view is nice. Especially this time of year.

    (2)

  • Katherine F.

    Great steak. Good quality. AMAZING SERVICE (my water cup was never empty). Tender meat. Free validated parking. Tasty garlic mashed potatoes that come with it. Cooked to perfection. Rib eye and filet mignon is what we had. I have been to a lot of great steak places and as most of you know, most places charge for all the sides. Having the mashed come with it, is a great addition. We had a lovely seat by the window overlooking the water. I went here with my sister, bro in law and husband while my parents watched the kids. It was a great escape for lunch. Originally, we were going to go to the Lake location, but it's only open for dinner. The one thing that isn't worth it is the sauce sampler. It's $12 and all the sauces aren't that great. They also are extremely salty, so it does make you thirsty. The portions are good for sharing though. Another thing is that they didn't have the prime rib available. Tip: get the discounted gift certificates from costco. :)

    (5)

  • Norman D.

    For my son's Birthday we made reservations for four and looked forward to a nice steak. The waiter (Rod) started by telling us that they were out of the prime rib before we even started talking about food. Lesson one- don't start on a downer... we weren't planning on ordering the prime rib! He then took our drink and appetizers order and suggested the Spinach Pecan salad as one of the best in the area. What was good? The Steak Strips, wedge salad, lobster Bisque. What was fair? The one 8OZ. Filet cooked well done and the French Onion Soup. Unacceptable by a supposed fine Restaurant! Onion Rings were over breaded and cold inside. Frozen? Spinach salad had mushy apple chunks and water on the plate. The 12OZ Filet that the waiter insisted on having "butterflied" was burned and tough. (We asked for medium to medium well) The Baked Potatoes were so overcooked the skin was almost black and the inside was mush!!!! The other 8OZ. Filet was also over cooked and had a large vein of tendon that made it tough to cut. If you spend $370.00 for a meal for four this is not where you should go in Bellevue. Very disappointed! Not going back! Dined Friday Dec. 5th table 37, ticket # 0318a

    (1)

  • Al C.

    The last several times I've been here the service has been awful. Very slow. I normally prefer Daniels over most steakhouses in the area, but this has been a problem the last 4+ visits.

    (3)

  • Josh B.

    Great ribeye and great service. Enjoyed the bisque, steak and appropriate service level. Hard to get a balanced level of attention these days but my first visit on a business trip was of the highest quality.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth M.

    This is our anniversary go to date place. This is one of those more pricey restaurants so we save it for special occasions, because the food is definitely worth it. We make a reservation, and we always let them know it's for our anniversary and we'd like a nice view. They always seat us in a great location for this. And by the time dessert arrives we are seeing the sunset 21stories above the city. The service is attentive and excellent. The food is delicious and perfectly cooked. When you receive your steak they ask you to cut it open to make sure it is cooked to your liking- this is never an issue because it's always cooked perfectly(unlike John Howie which will result in the waitstaff picking a fight with you- Avoid John Howie if you can) They always give us a complimentary dessert at the end for our anniversary. It's a tiny little chocolate something, just the perfect amount of sweet to end a special evening. I appreciate the consistency of the service and food here. It's always a guaranteed special night.

    (5)

  • Ed A.

    We ate here on Thanksgiving and had the Prime Rib. The prime rib was awesome. I do want to mention that Maureen provided the very best service that I have ever received at a restaurant. She was so attentive, very personal, and ensured that we had non rushed Thanksgiving experience. We will definitely be back and will ask for her services again. Awesome service!

    (5)

  • Vincent T.

    The meat is Ok.....I think the seafood tasted better here...I would not consider going here to eat steak.....I tried their signature steak and was not impress. Nonetheless, the view is great.

    (3)

  • Yuri R.

    *Updated based on visit 11/09/2012 and a cumulative of other visits: Score from a 5 to 3.* Why did the visit go from five to three stars? 1. Most times I have gone, I have wanted their prime rib because it was one of the most delicious meals I've had when I first went there. Now, it's always sold out when I go. The server, Menno recommended when I make reservations next time to let them know to save a fresh slab for me. If there is a deadline for this, please tell me. 2. Got the pillar in the way of the view even though I requested that not be the case. If this request is not possible, please let me know so I don't embarrass myself assuming that this time the view won't be obstructed. 3. No paper towels in the restroom. Who checks on this? I thought I was going to a five-star restaurant, not 13 Coins in Seattle. ----- If your goal is to impress friends with your real or faux wealth, make your date think you will be the heir of a throne or have an executive business meeting with a client, may I suggest this place to you of all places? It's location atop a private elevator and tower will make you think you're beyond exclusive with service that convinces you that somehow with your $40K salary, you're a millionaire. And with great food to boot, you don't feel violated after sobering up the next day. My recommendation above all else is to go at night since, if you get a window view (I highly recommend you do this in advance and make a reservation). Find out when there will be a pianist/live music and like groceries at Whole Foods, enjoy blowing your paycheck on what maybe a premier experience of dining. I'd also recommend Lou to be your waiter above all else as he is absolutely of good timing with not intruding on your conversation, his humor light and with sheer elegance delivers more than food and beverages but sells you on the experience that in the back of your mind is justification to return and yet eat well and spend more than a Las Vegas high roller. The food, service, ambiance and experience is to be cherished as you may not find it elsewhere. Like sky diving, at least do this once in your life before you die. Even if you do not reach satiety, in the super metaphysical realm, you are almost guaranteed delight and satisfaction.

    (3)

  • J H.

    What an amazing dinner. We went to celebrate our anniversary and everything was perfect. Food was delicious and perfectly cooked. Our server never rushed us and had wonderful suggestions. We were there for 4 hours and enjoyed every moment and bite. Truly the perfect dinner. I would recommend this to a friend.

    (5)

  • jamie c.

    I love their happy hour. You could get all their amazing food at a sample price. Do try!!

    (4)

  • Hillary M.

    Daniel's always leaves us feeling satisfied and well cared for. We recently celebrated Mother's Day with a nice sunset dinner at the Bellevue location. The service was great as usual, my filet was cooked perfectly, and the lobster mashed potatoes were to die for! We have dined at most of the "best" restaurants in town, my husband and I both agreed that Daniel's is our favorite by far.

    (5)

  • Ed S.

    daniels did a nice job tonight. coconut chocolate sundae was excellent. rib eye had a bit more pepper than I cared for and prime rib was a tad overdone but they warned me it was the last piece. spinach salad excellent. mia our server was great.

    (4)

  • Dale F.

    High price, but great food and service. We go there regularly for lunch and sometimes for dinner. View out the window is spectacular (it's on the 21st floor and you can see the Seattle skyline). Salads are exceptionally good, either as a first course or an entree. I noticed some complaints about food or service - for this price you should voice your complaint immediately and they will try to fix it (including bringing a new steak), If the service is lacking, first mention it to the server and then speak to the manager (there's always one on duty at this location) if things don't improve. Don't suffer in silence like this is a cafe or burger joint. This Daniels really is capable of superb food and service if you just express your desires.

    (5)

  • Steve A.

    Unfortunately had one of the worst experiences at Daniels in Bellevue tonight. To call out - the food was really good. We've eaten their at least 20-30 times in the past, and always really enjoyed the service and food with friends or clients. The service was really, really bad - to the point of embarrassment for my friends and I. We came in after work, dressed in casual clothes from a local business. We were seated in a section with many tables, and were the obviously the lowest priority of the section due to the lack of service for the first half hour after we were seated. It took 30 mins. to get the server to greet our table, and he barely visited our table in an hour and a half we dined there. They even placed our sides on the table opposite us, and didn't acknowledge the mistake until after the bill was presented. At the end, the server was dismissive and didn't even take the un-served sides off our bill until we brought it up. I spoke to the manager, and only after that did they decide to remove a few appetizers as we were walking out. The bill was over $500 for four people, and seemed a small consolation. To the GM's credit - they were apologetic. I really like Daniels, and these types of reviews are terrible to write - but hoping they never treat people like that again. The food is always great, but there are too many options for entertaining in Bellevue to deal with that type of service.

    (1)

  • Barry W.

    *** Perhaps the best seared ahi tuna ever. *** Happy hours here were simply the bomb! Great gorgeous view of lake ... check 1/2 off appetizers and soup ... check Fine microbrews on tap ... check Bacon wrapped scallops 4 (decadent) Seared ahi tuna 5 (delectable, plentiful) Rogue IPA 5 (smooth, tasty, memorable) African Amber 4 (cmon, it ain't from Africa) *** A sweet lil spot to catch your thoughts. ***

    (5)

  • Marie S.

    Recently had dinner here with family. We had a reservation for 6 and they put us in a private dining room with gorgeous views. The food was delicious, and our server was definitely 5 stars all on his own, you rarely see service this good.

    (5)

  • jeremy h.

    Ambiance, food, drink, and views are top notch here. I highly recommend scheduling a reservation when the sun is setting. The view of Mount Olympus and the Seattle skyline is amazing. It is pricey but my wife and I said we eat some of the best steak in our lives. This place has an upscale steakhouse vibe but without needing to get all dressed up to impress. I look forward to returning!

    (5)

  • Annie T.

    I was here last night for a free dinner sponsored by Abbott Drug company, so I may be biased because I didn't pick up the bill. The Hors d'Å“uvres were simply delicious, with buschetta, crab leg meat and baked stuffed mushrooms with more crab meat. The salad we got had a raspberry vinaigrette and honey walnuts. amazingly good too! For entree I chose the prime rib-eye. It was a bit weird that the waitress didn't ask how well I wanted the steak to be cooked but it did come out perfect consistency, about medium. It was so huge that I had to take half of it home. Lastly, the dessert was pre selected to be cheesecake. I personally would've picked something else because cheesecake isn't my thing but who am I to complain? The strawberry lemonade was good too, and the servers were very attentive. However, they could smile a bit more, they looked very serious.

    (4)

  • Juli-ann W.

    The filet mignon melts in my mouth, the juices swirling in delight. The baked potato is fluffy and hot. The food is truly amazing and they are accomodating to gluten free issues. However, the service is not quite my style. It's a bit too "I'm your buddy" chatty. I don't want to tell you what I'm doing the rest of the weekend, I want to just focus on my food and my dining companion. I also have a pet peeve when being asked "Are you still working on that?". It's food, it's pleasure, it's not a job. I prefer the service at Jak's or even John Howie, but I will go back to Daniel's because of the view and the perfectly cooked filet.

    (4)

  • Alina M.

    Came here in a group of 10 for our monthly dinner club. We were put into the "Boardroom," with an amazing view and where we could laugh as loudly as we wanted without bothering other diners. Service could not be better; friendly, funny, and expert. Just the right level of helpful; a good recommendation on wine without a crazy upsell. When in doubt, order up on wellness for the steaks, as the chef took a conservative tack with the fire. Don't miss the lobster bisque!

    (4)

  • Zameer R.

    The Good: The view, service, and wine selection The Bad: A little pricey for the quality The Ugly: The outside of our filet (cooked medium) was completely charred, as in blizzack, disproving the age-old expression, "Once you go black you never go back." Word on the mean streets of Bellevue was that Daniel's rivals my personal favorite John Howie Steak. Alas, my lady and I did not find this to be the case. Comparing filet to filet, Hombre Howie blows Daniel San out of the water. Whereas Howie's was slightly dark on the outside with innards that melted in your mouth, Danny boy's outside was burnt and chewy on the inside, requiring much more mastication than I anticipated. Not horrible overall, but on the rare occasion when I take my taste buddies out for steak, we shall return to John Howie Steak.

    (3)

  • Eli G.

    $65 bone-in rib eye. Meh+. While not the best bone-in rib eye I've had (that title goes to Mastro's in Phoenix), it was pretty good. It came out perfectly cooked and swimming in a mild compound butter. The flavor was nice and the marbling was okay, it just wasn't mind-blowing. yelp.com/biz_photos/gHHD… What I really liked about this place was that the service was great. They stand by after serving the steaks to watch you cut into them to verify the doneness. I also loved their table side baked potato topping station. We felt no shame in asking for a lot of everything and they were even happy to come back with more bacon and sour cream to top our leftover potato skins. Best part of the meal was cutting thin slices of my steak and making the best steak sandwich of my life with one of their dinner rolls. This earned me frowns from all at my table, but it was so good! All in all, an okay steak with great service.

    (4)

  • Paul N.

    Daniel's Broiler is amazing. My wife and I often celebrate special occasions there for dinner. The service is really good. They cater to every need. I was really impressed when they sent one of their wine sommeliers to our table to discuss and serve us our wine. The steak was perfectly cooked. Would definitely recommend.

    (5)

  • Thea R.

    The evening started out good and only got better. The smiles, service and food were all excellent. Daniel's has become one of my favorite and most cherished dining locations. Whether it's a family meal, date night or a simple happy hour on the deck the experience is always exemplary.

    (5)

  • Victoria S.

    As a guest who has dined here many times and selected it as the venue for many family gatherings, I am sorry to say I will no longer patronizing this establishment. I decided to go to Daniel's in Bellevue to make my anniversary experience perfect. After talking to the server regarding my dietary restrictions (I have Celiac Disease), he pointed out various selections that were or could be modified to be gluten free. After eating my appetizer and by the end of my entree, it was apparent, I had been given a plate that had gluten. I declined the dessert I had previously ordered and I could no longer trust what they had given me as gluten free. After talking to my server who debated with me that I was feeling sick, when all I wanted to do was go home and be sick. It was a terrible experience that ruined my anniversary. I was sick all night stuck in the bathroom. Not the most romantic anniversary. After using that restaurant so many times over the years, I was so disappointed by the service of the dining staff and saddened that no manager had even come to our table to apologize and instead, I will remember the waiter arguing with me. It's sad, I really loved this restaurant.

    (1)

  • LB D.

    One of my Favorite places in Bellevue! Between the outstanding Service, exceptional food and amazing atmosphere what is not to love. Truly a must eat place when visiting Bellevue!

    (5)

  • Anthony S.

    It had been a couple months since I'd been to Daniels. Took a posse there for lunch recently. As always the food was excellent. Their cobb salad is phenomenal. I could eat that every day. One bitch about Danie's is that the tables are just too small. 6 people at a table sized better for 4. Last couple times its been like this. Maybe they do not like me or something. Hell, its not like this is a Paris bistro. Need to upsize the tables.

    (4)

  • Jason W.

    I only went here for late night happy hour so I am only judging by my limited experience there. It was a Saturday night and happening as the crowds were gathering around the main room to listen to the piano and everyone wanting a night cap came out. I had a martini which was pretty stiff so they are definitely not skipping on the alcohol over here. They have an outdoor patio on the 15h floor or so which was nice as it was a good way to get out of the crowds and get a breather. The only 2 things that stopped me from giving this place more stars is that the waitress was some sort of chair nazi in the outdoors patio and kept telling my friends and I to not rearrange the chairs citing fire hazard. If there was any problem that existed, a few chairs in my way is not going to stop me from running towards the door. Also for a classy establishment like this, I saw many people in shorts and t-shirts which did not match the overall decor of this place. If you are out and about on a Saturday night drinking Martini and listening to the piano, you should not be dressing like a bum. I'm just saying....

    (3)

  • Sandy L.

    3.5 stars! Ambiance: 5/5, still stunning view of Bellevue skyline Price: 4/5, considering high end steakhouse in DT Bellevue Service:3/5, alot less attentive and professional than the past Food: 3/5, very average, the presentation and taste are very similar to family owned or lower end steakhouse. The ribeye had too much fat and lack of beef flavor.

    (3)

  • Cameron M.

    So I went here for a bachelor night, but I sat in the bar area since I wasn't sure if I could make the dinner time they set. I had a really good time in the bar by myself. The 2 bar guys were really nice and had really good suggestions on drinks. I had Parker Heritage Bourbon & The Balvenie Doublewood Scotch, both were really good. You have to enjoy high end Scotch and Bourbon though to want to give those two brands a try. I had the bacon wrapped scallops and steak bites. Both were really good and want to have more of them. Later on in the bar it got packed and little louder of course. But overall it was a good time in the bar area. I liked the view from there as well, you're on the 21st floor!

    (5)

  • Xavier C.

    I had made reservations and the had an opening for 10:15pm so I reserved the time cause it looks like that was all they had especially when is a Saturday I know how busy they can get well I call and see if they could fit me in a little earlier cause I was getting anxious good new they did let us come in at 9:30 we got sit right away and the service is great especially Makenna or server has made us feel very welcome this been or first time here. Food so far great I will come back to this place if I am in the area.

    (5)

  • Lisa E.

    If I could give this place a negative, I would. I think monkeys could have done a better job than this staff. We will not be returning to this place again. We had cocktails at the bar. Everything was great til we got our bill. The server had gave our credit card to someone else. Which fine, mistakes happen. But we certainly didn't intend to pay for everyone's drinks and wanted to split the bill. We asked to speak to the manager and when he came, he was a complete a hole to us. No "sorry for the mistake." Basically he just threw us attitude like it was our fault and asked us how we were going to pay for the bill. I'm sure if we were some celebrity Or football player, we would have been treated totally different. Not to mention, he proceeded to charge our card based on what he had on file. Totally unprofessional, horrible customer service.

    (1)

  • Wendell S.

    First off, ask for Mckenna's section if you want the best service and attention. Secondly, the steaks are great as you would expect. The wine list has a lot of choices above my comfort level, but the $55 Melbac is excellent. The only area I would change is the sides for the steak dishes. The default is excellent potatoes, I just wish we had something green on the plate as well. In retrospect, we could have ordered some of the green side dishes, but at these prices, throwing in some green beans wouldn't hurt Daniel's bottom-line.

    (5)

  • Peace-team L.

    We love a good steak BBQ to perfection and here they are pretty consistent on the high quality meat, and cooked to our satisfaction Professional and knowledgeable staff. Bellevue is a great location.

    (4)

  • Daniel B.

    Steaks were average at best. Service was very good. Nice view. Too was noisy with conversations and kitchen noise. Overall, not even close to worth the price.

    (2)

  • c l.

    We always enjoy Daniels. However, 4 times we have come in (between 6:45 and 8:15) to have prime rib. It is always sold out! Why keep it in the menu? Very disappointing.

    (3)

  • Donald S.

    Wait staff is super friendly and was nice enough to explain the difference between the different sauces they offer: 1. Blue Cheese 2. Pepper Corn and 3. M----? When I asked the waitress what the last sauce was she gave a good recommendation to bring out all three for our table. I still don't know what the sauce is called, but I ended up preferring the Blue Cheese and the Pepper Corn on my steak. We started with a lobster salad that was pretty awesome. They have fresh lobsters that can be seen through some windows as you were walking in and they were served well in the salad. Ultimately, we came for the steak and maybe our expectations were high, but the steak was just above average and actually all of ours were a little bit too burnt on the outside. Almost 4 stars. I may go back.

    (3)

  • Yekta L.

    Daniel's broiler has an awesome view and friendly staff. I like the piano table the best probably. The food is pretty decent and presentation is awesome. They get a 4 star due to being overpriced!

    (4)

  • Suie C.

    I've only been here once, but it was a good time. Came here for a baby shower and the view is pretty frickin awesome. 21 stories up gives you a nice view of the city even if it's gray and rainy. We had super tasty food including HUGE jumbo shrimp, crab meat on a stick, fried artichokes, crab and artichoke dip (soooo tasty), crab cakes (a bit bready for my tastes), and tenderloin bites. Food was fresh and delicious. Service was defintiely a 5. Great service, they've found that balance between being attentive without overbearing. Will be back for HH and/or dinner.

    (4)

  • Matthew C.

    15 years ago now, This place was the first place I ever visited that served me a good steak. I now go back whenever I'm in the Seattle area. I still love this place. Great steaks. the beer is fantastic. the wait staff is super helpful and unpretentious. (I remember at 21, asking if they had A-1. They were really cool about explaining to me that I probably wouldn't want it if I tried my steak without it. I haven't had A-1 since). The mashed potatoes WERE amazing, but haven't been as good lately, too runny? a little too bland? I dunno what it is, but they used to be something special, and now they're merely good. The Sundae. I'm not a big dessert guy, but the Sundae here is something I always...and I mean ALWAYS order. god it's good. Seriously, I haven't eaten there in 6 months, and suddenly I'm having a hankering.

    (4)

  • Katy H.

    This is a great restaurant. Beautiful urban views, a gorgeous restaurant, lovely service. But nothing about the place wowed me more than other high end places in Seattle. In fact, I still prefer the South Lake Union location in Seattle to this one. Again, this is just a comparison to places like Canlis, El Gaucho, The Met, etc. But overall this is a fantastic, high quality, beautiful restaurant. I've come here a few times for their awesome happy hour and most recently, a dinner with a friend. The service is impeccable and I recall the staff being incredibly friendly, knowledgeable of the menu, and helpful with recommendations. A very class, very lovely place. If you're in Bellevue.

    (3)

  • Carla J.

    Perfect for all occasions. Large rooms away from main dining for groups, a lively bar for happy hour, familiar classic songs by a pianist makes a great night out with friends, or escape to the back lounge furnished with comfy couches with your date. Sign up for their rewards program and receive gift cards for dining and birthdays. Appetizer favorites: FILET MIGNON STEAK STRIPS SPICY BARBECUED PRAWNS Hungry eaters will love the Delmonico Steak 20oz bone in NY and garlic mashed potatoes.

    (4)

  • Michael R.

    So here is my review of another carnivore paradise ....... First off, if you are on a budget (by budget, I means unwilling to spend more than $15 for a quality steak) then you will likely want to pass on Daniel's since the cheapest steak is $35.00. On my most recent visit I decided to try their Prime Rib. Oh what a treat that was .... cooked to perfection (medium to medium rare), very little fat and a cut that was larger than the 12 oz's I ordered. Not to mention it was tender, juicy and ever so flavorful ..... and if you like horseradish on your PR like I do ... it was great, freshly ground, mixed with the right amount of cream so that its fully potency and flavor were not concealed behind too much sour cream. OK and for the staff, they are some of the best food service professionals that I have encountered .... fast, attentive and so far have gotten the orders perfect The view is not too shabby either if you manage to get a window seat .... but if you are not a fan of heights (like myself), then it is actually better to sit far enough away so that you can only see out into the skyline. So why did I give 4 out of 5 stars rather than a full 5? Well I hate to give perfect scores ... so the only thing I can really ding Daniel's Bellevue location for is well .... its location ..... too close the Bellevue Square that access can be a pain during high traffic periods as well as major shopping periods. The next is parking and elevator access ..... most of the time you have to go down into the bowels of the garage to find a decent spot ... then take an elevator up .... cross to the section of the building with elevators to Daniels .... seriously, what are they trying to do, help work up my appetite even more by making me walk around the maze? Also, my top place for great steak over $25.00 is still Novilhaus ...... especially for when I want to loa up on protein only!!! Oh, and depending on where you sit .... it an get loud enough that it is difficult to hear yourself think let along to have a conversation with the person next to you .... needs better acoustics.

    (4)

  • Ce Y.

    Came for happy hour with friends. Really their food was ok with an mediocre price to taste ratio, but the ambiance and location is unbeatable! Service was slow and for so many of us...... none of the other waitresses/waiter or manager helped our waitress out. Loved the crispy artichoke hearts, good size dish with the perfect fry, nice good big chunks of artichokes, goes wonderfully well with a crisp white because of the slight buttery taste to the fry coat. The scallop dish was poorly executed. The scallops were good but not worth the price, done perfectly but then the bacon was inconsitent and soggy, sitting on top of a slice of stale bread that is soaking in a drippy sauce. The prawn cocktail definitely sported gigantic shrimps, but it is overcooked and tasted frozen. It lacked the crunch of well cooked shrimp and instead was soft. Cocktail sauce was good though. Calamari was ok, had better at many other places The filet mignon bites were hit or miss, since there was one dish that was done perfectly (medium rare) with nice chunks of soft beautiful beef, but then the next consisted of overcooked chewy bits of the ends (including a few with tendons).

    (3)

  • Rob F.

    My wife and I had dinner here on 12-30-13. We both had the New York Strip and it was very good to excellent. I also had a blu cheese wedge salad, also very good to excellent. The service was very good.....not excellent but very good. I do recommend Daniels for it's steaks. I really rate this place at 4.5 stars.

    (4)

  • Denise L.

    My parents have gone here before, and they didn't give very good ratings at all. But this was the first time I had ever been to DB, and it was a pleasant surprise. We were seated almost immediately after getting a reservation (I hate restaurants that tell you to wait 15 min even though they know you are coming at a specific time). The hostess did not look happy to be there. She kind of set a bad mood, but the waiters made it all better. They attended to our every need. The food was AMAZING. It didn't take long to prepare and the meat was so tender and juicy. The waiter asked us to cut into the middle of our steaks, so we can evaluate if it was cooked to our desires before we started eating. This is top notch service right there. It was kind of dark, so they even held a pen light to let us see better of what the steak looked like! I ordered the filet mignon (medium rare), and I've never tasted a better steak. It was seasoned to perfection--not too salty but with blasts of flavor! My boyfriend got the Porterhouse Prime, and it had a completely different taste from my filet, but it was very tender and delicious, too! Our knives slid through the steaks without having to tug away at hard ends. The excess juice flowed out of the steaks and was enough to use for bread dipping as well as retaining the steak's tenderness. The plates were extremely hot, promising the warm entree throughout the entire dinner. Our waters were always filled to the rim, and my boyfriend's Pepsi was replaced every 5 minutes or so with a new glass and a napkin. Since it was my birthday, my boyfriend put in a request for a birthday special dessert! It had lovely presentation of chocolate sprinkles. The dessert was a rich chocolate mousse with an oreo cookie base. I'm not a big fan of rich chocolate, but this was pretty good! The view we had the entire time we were there was splendid. We got to watch the sun set from the giant windows nearby. Daniel's Broiler is now one of my favorite places to go to, despite the price! (Now if only I can become a high roller anytime soon..)

    (5)

  • Spean B.

    Maybe it's a taste thing. I've eaten at other high-end steak restaurants here in the US, but this one was just not great. The steaks, while nice meat, were covered in some sort of herbaceous rub (maybe truffle? Truffle seemed to be on everything...). They were delivered backwards, so my Medium Rare was my significant other's Medium and vice versa. We tried the scallops to start, and again, it was over-blown. The scallops were overcooked and lacked flavour; the bacon was barely detectable through the sauce on the toast. Cheesecake was good; the cookie dessert was ill-conceived, as the tray spins while trying to eat it, and is too hot to touch! Table service was brusque and overblown, but the table wasn't cleaned at any point during the meal, despite having attracted noticeable detritus. Won't be returning, especially at the price. Pity.

    (2)

  • Ariana T.

    Went here for dinner for the first time last night...absolutely phenomenal! We started off with the ahi tuna appetizer and a ceaser salad...best appetizer and ceaser we've ever had...then we got the filet mingnon and the prime rib....both the best dishes we've ever had! Not to mention, our server was helpful, down to earth, and very attentive despite the busy night. The only negative we had was our reservation was for 9pm but they were running a half hour behind...luckily though, we ended up being seated at 9:15. Great job guys!

    (5)

  • Nam N.

    yet another Daniel's Broiler in seattle and yet another 5 stars. The Daniel's in bellevue is the swankiest of the 3 locations. located on the 21st floor of the Hyatt building - they offer great views of lake washington and seattle in the distance. it can be as romantic as the leschi location (on the dining room side) or as fun and lively as the seattle location (on the bar side). kind of a best of both worlds appeal. truely is a bit on the pricer side than many may want to spend on a normal dinner (contrary to special occassion) but you get what you pay for. and at Daniel's beyond superior cuts of meat - you get consistent great service. Schwarts Brother's sets a high standard in customer service and satisfaction - and i assure you if you are not 100% satisfied - speak up and action will take place immediately to ensure you're satisfaction is fulfilled. that alone is worth my business to one and any of Schwartz Brother's restaurants. beyond consistent good service and food - in my opinion this bellevue location here serves up the best vanilla bean creme burlee in town! **note** if you want to try any of schwartz brother's restaurants but not excited about the price - go to costco! and you can purchase a $75 gift certificate for $50! great deal!

    (5)

  • Max K.

    I'm a proud carnivore. And I wear my juicy, bloody burned meat eating fetish (along with my burger fixation) as a badge of honour. You see, along with Mom's homemade Creme Brulee that I insisted on for my Birthday as a youngster, I also demanded the finest cut of prime marbled beef, perfectly broiled and served with Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce...it must have been exactly so...or I became downright morose as dear Mum knew. As so, at the tender age of 8 I was eating giant slabs of $10 per pound (this was the early 80's mind you) and savouring every morsel. So in short, I love burned, seared and otherwise perfectly cooked ungulate flesh. All cuts. Flank, Ribeye, the beautiful Filet, the robust NY Strip, even the humble London Broil and skirt steak. I delight in all. But....I digress. Daniel's is one of two Steak Places in Seattle (Along with El Gaucho) which, in my opinion, serve the best cuts of meat, cooked to perfection, along with perfect sides and accountrements, in all of greater Seattle. And it's the entire experience that really makes a great steak place, and Daniel's doesn't disappoint. Beyond searing, Daniel's flash grills each steak so that the sear imparts a char that is wonderfully unique and just right....perfect carbonized crust...and spectacularly juicy. Rested well, but not cool just yet.. There is a large selection of seafood available as well, particularly crab claws and legs. Locally caught, or from Alaska. Try them. They are to die for. Service is in hushed tones, very professional, masculine, but not in an exclusive clubby fashion often found in Chicago and NY places.. Just right. Respect, humbleness and diplomacy reign supreme. Not a hint of arrogance or haughtiness. Two locations - Bellevue (in the same building as my office) in BofA tower; and then the original location in Lake Union (overlooks the lake). Both locations are excellent, but I've found Lake Union to be a bit more crowded at times. Meat me in Seattle.

    (5)

  • Christine Y.

    Late night HH with nightlights and live piano. How can you not feel sexy? The filet mignon steak strips were tender. But my slider with shoestring fries did not turn out to be shoestring fries. Oh well. The ambiance makes up for it.

    (4)

  • Luca T.

    Other than exaggeratedly expensive ($65 for a T-bone) asking a medium rare and getting a steak burned on top and bottom, is not what you are expecting from a steakhouse of this level. The atmosphere is old fashioned style, I've found more attractive places around. As far as the service, we were served in a reasonable time but then we didn't see our waitress anymore until it was time to pay.

    (3)

  • Diana C.

    So, I've been here so many times since 2005 and have received good service, and delicious food with a view. I've also been here for happy hour which offers much more realistic prices for the average joe but still offers good quality food. I've noticed that the quality of the ingredients are fresh and very good. I always enjoyed it better than Metropolitan Grill and Ruth's Chris. The steaks however are very greasy and are basically soaked in butter, if you have really great quality meat, that is really not necessary. It makes everything salty and not that enjoyable. The lobster bisque is overly heavy and creamy, and their salads are just okay. They usually overcook the lobster so it's rubbery and a lot of time, I find that the steaks are burnt on the outside and raw in the middle. The reason why they rated so low in my book is this: We made reservations for Valentine's Day in 2010 and while I understand that there are a lot of people who would like to go out and this day is a money maker for them, they booked way over capacity and our evening dinner reservation for 8:15pm turned into a hellish wait for a table until 9:00pm. At this point we were starving, and just wanted to eat and leave. Their service was slow and their wait staff just rushed. They were not very polite and seemed uninterested in keeping us happy even after we were already pissed about having to wait so long. The food was okay, but they didn't come by to check on us or to see if there was anything else we needed. (Judging from the reviews of 2011 Valentine's day, it was the same mess.) Another regular night in April 2010 we went with a reservation for 5 They sat us at a round table that was in a hallway between the kitchen and the computer the servers use to place the orders. My bf's family (read: his parents and older brother) were visiting from overseas and we wanted them to have a good meal with good service as they are discerning patrons of many fine restaurants back home. The server was terrible at trying to understand what they wanted even though my bf who speaks perfect english was ordering. They would hover and interrupt at the worst possible moments and they kept hitting my bf in the head as they would pass through the hall. AND of course there was no apology. I was beyond pissed at this point but refrained from making a scene in front of guests. They kept trying to talk to my bf's parents even though it was very obvious they did not speak english, and then they rudely tried to push us on dessert. Even though they kept interrupting us, they managed to neglect to refill the whiskeys that were at the table. We had to call them over and specify multiple times before they got a clue. You figure that alcohol is a big money maker, they would try to keep that glass filled! We tried to give them the benefit of the doubt after Valentine's day but after this fiasco, we haven't been back, and they probably won't see us or our money again. Too bad, So sad.

    (1)

  • Roy M.

    1. Great View!! 2. Excellent food! We were here for my cuz's wedding -- eight of us. Our table had a great view of Lake Washington and we got to watch the sunset. For an appetizer, we had the scallops wrapped in bacon and presented on a slice of bread. The Grilled Chicken salad with jerk seasonings was delicious. Most everyone in the group had steaks -- which were tender and awesome tasting. Our waiter was very attentive and quite personable. Of course, with prices like these, you come to expect outstanding service. And we got it. Miscellaneous: The drinks were crazy-ass expensive. Yow! Also, I didn't particularly enjoy listening to the Karaoke Crowd singing along to the piano back in the bar area. If it weren't for that, I might have given them five stars.

    (4)

  • Katie V.

    This is a great place to come for HH, but you definitely want to come early, or you really have to be a table vulture. Hovering over people waiting for them to leave, as it gets very crowded in the bar. My favorite HH snacks are the popcorn shrimp, filet mignon steak strips, and the seared ahi tuna. Everything on the menu is good, but those are my faves. yum, yum, yum. And the HH menu gets you $4 off each glass of wine. If you come for dinner the steaks are great, too. I think that if don't mind spending a little more, and really want a mouth watering steak, I would send you to John Howie Steak, but Daniels is good. But more of a HH location for me.

    (4)

  • Wyatt H.

    Happy hour is really good, came here initially for it. We had steak tartar and the scampis and some barolo. Great view of Seattle. It was a windy day, so the outdoor seating was way too intense. Came back a second time for dinner on a date with my wife. Ordered a rare porterhouse and it came out almost medium-well. It was a solid medium with no pink in it. I didn't notice it originally because it was dark, but the waiter came back and looked at it with a flashlight and recooked it right away. They gave me an additional appetizer. Its a steak house though, and I had to wait for the second steak to come back while my wife ate. Also, I really hate asking for a steak to be recooked at a fine restaurant. It was a negative on our conversation, and my wine was done by the time the steak came back. You go to a steak house to have a perfect steak done right, and I'd probably go somewhere else that would do it right the first time if you're going to spend that much. However, the second steak tasted awesome. Stick to the happy hour and you'll have a 5star great time.

    (3)

  • Jackie T.

    Really mediocre. Looks like it should be a good steak house, but it falls down on, well, the steak. I wanted to try a Seattle steak house instead of a national chain while visiting town, but Daniel's Broiler really disappointed. It was more expensive and not even close to the quality of Ruth's Chris or Morton's. They took a beautiful cut of meat and made it bland & overcooked. My medium rare came out medium well. They brought another that was medium. My dinner companion was nearly finished by that point, so I just ate the medium. At $65 for a Delmonico, $100 for a small filet and lobster tail, you would expect it to have a great flavor. Not so much. And the service was slow. Do yourself a favor and go across the street to Ruth's Chris; at last you can count on RC to be consistently delicious.

    (2)

  • Nick S.

    I have mixed feelings about this place. I'll make this short and to the point. The side dish are okay, standard, if you will. The steak was cooked to perfection. It was juicy, seasoning was good but little and the steak cut was excellent. Cut it with a fork good. The service was average. The beer selection was standard and nothing to right home about. Dessert was okay was well but nothing outstanding. All things considered, I will have to test this place once more (maybe twice, one dinner and one happy hour/beer and burger) to confirm my feelings. If it goes the same as the first expereince, I'll most likely not go back. Unless, the date wants too.

    (3)

  • Paul L.

    Kittens, cheetahs, and cougars: hunting grounds of the East Food: 4 Value: 3 Ambience: 5 Single business men in suits meander about, while their hunters eye them from behind mascara-ed lashes. The East side (specifically, Bellevue) is reputed to be the more professional incarnation of Seattle, and, if you've ever wondered, this is where they go to hunt on the East side. Situated atop the Bank of America building (accessed across the bridge from Lincoln Square), the view is spectacular. The happy hour food offering are pretty tasty (bacon wrapped scallops are very good as are the steak tips); however, the prices is hefty, so its not necessarily the best value if you just want your tummy filled. They have live piano, I believe only on weekend. There's a 'sports lounge' at the back with sofas, HDTVs, and sports. At happy hour, both early and late, this place is packed. The most striking thing about this place is the hunting scene. There's always at least some action going on: mostly older white ladies and their (looks to me) rich suitors. But, there are lots of variations, you get the point. One would think that this is a fun place to go people watching, but it's too packed most of the time for my taste (apparently rich people, and there seems to be lots in Bellevue, need love too).

    (4)

  • Ania M.

    Our favorite steakhouse is Daniel's ! Amazing food and outstanding service from Todd and his team ! Thank you for making my daughter's Maia early Birthday Dinner so Special!

    (5)

  • Kristy S.

    Go for their Happy Hour, and not just for the drinks! All wines by the glass and all appetizers are half price. And, the apps are not smaller during HH, like many places do, but they are PRICEY! If you go for lunch, the Steak Daniel is the best - 5 oz filet with a crab, asparagus and mashed potatoes - $21.

    (3)

  • Todd L.

    Good food. Don't go on a hot day though-their air conditioning can't handle heat. Definitely not a high end experience on a hot day.

    (4)

  • Josh B.

    Best steaks in the pacific northwest, way better than the Met, Ruths Chris, El Gaucho, Mortons or anywhere else. Day Aged Prime beef for the win. I usually get either the Porterhouse or the bone-in filet. Service is great. They shine flashlights as you cut into your steak to make sure it is cooked perfectly. Sides and appetizers are great. The view in Bellevue is AMAZING at the 27th floor overlooking the lake and the Happy Hour is AWESOME! Great deal, good people, fun times. The piano and live music/singing in the bar is a huge bonus. Great Piano Bar atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Lisa E. L.

    This is my third time dinning at The Daniel's in Bellevue and I was pretty disappointed. I made our reservation for Father's Day dinner about two weeks ahead. While I was getting ready around 6:30, I got a message telling me that the table is ready and I should return to the front desk????? I'm still getting dressed, how can I return? FYI: My RSVP is for 7:30, which is still an hour away... I replied telling them my situation and heard nothing back. Now I think to myself that my party must hurry in case our table gets given away since I know it's going to be a crowded night for any upscale restaurants. After arriving at the Daniels, we had a little chat with the front desk and found out that the message was sent by error. Everyone makes mistakes, but I would really appreciated if they would of clarified and responded to my text reply, so I won't feel rushed over. Now we are 30 mins early for nothing. We then got seated and the server gave us a window seat with great view of the city, lake Washington and Seattle. As we were waiting for drinks, I overheard someone at the table behind ours ordering his dishes only to find out from his server that all the items are completely sold out within the first half hour since dinner started. Wow... that's not fun. Now it's our turn to order. My hubby loves prime rib, and guess what? It's sold out. But our server told us that their rib eye would be just as good if not much better than the prime rib and he would bring out horse radish to accompany with the rib eye making it more like prime rib. He also said that it's a very pretty marbled piece of meat. We trusted him and order two rib eye steaks for our main entrees. The food is here: one of the steaks should be medium rare, and the other one should medium, but somehow they looked very similar. Both were more on the medium side and nome of them was as marbled as the waiter has described. Let's try the mash now. Wow, salty! The garlic mash was very salty and my lobster mash was incredibly salty, it consists of large bits of bacon, which is salty already, on top of the already overly salty mash mixed with super tiny edge pieces of lobster that's barely visible. It's understandable that sometimes foods run out. But for a restaurant like the Daniel's, you would expect them to estimate and prep up more for special nights like this. Father's Day is only once a year, and not being able to have his favorite dish could be very disappointing. Thanks for the complimentary dessert though. I doubt I'd want to come back any time soon.

    (2)

  • Priyanka M.

    Stunning view of Seattle skyline on Hyatt rooftop. Perfect for drinks and appetizers during happy hr on a beautiful summer day. Spinach salad with spicy pecan or lobster mashed potatoes were absolutely delicious. Food is great but expensive. Happy hr is the way to go if you're looking for an evening of hanging out with friends or co-workers!!!! Convenient free parking after 6pm or weekends is a bonus!!!

    (5)

  • Jerry W.

    Impeccable service to accompany delicious food. Their steak tartare was simply mouth-watering. Oh, and the unobstructed view of the city and the lake from the restaurant's 28th floor location wasn't too shabby either!

    (5)

  • Opinionated B.

    I went to Daniel's on my birthday for a good experience. I ordered my filet medium, and received one with a cold center. I thought for sure the ambiance would be awesome, especially for a special occasion. Instead, I had a waiter that reminded us that "we were not his only table", not that we had complained to elicit an answer like that! He just volunteered it... Perhaps he was joking? Either way, I don't go out to eat, on my birthday no less, at a fancy restaurant to have someone who is visibly bitter and hates his job. He was rude and sarcastic the whole time, until the check came-then of course the he was all smiles. After a miscommunication about the bill, we were made to feel like criminals (ONLY by our waiter, the hostess' were very kind and obliging). I remember going to Daniel's as a kid, and it was the best steak in Bellevue! The ambiance was great, and the waiters fantastic. Because of a mediocre dining experience (on my birthday) and our cantankerous waiter, and -name withheld out of the goodness of my heart, we will never be back.

    (2)

  • Systems Architect C.

    Every time I have been here, I have always been impressed and 100% satisfied. Lunch meeting, birthday, anniversary -- each time my experience was top notch. It's pricey -- but well worth it for the occasion.

    (5)

  • Andrew R.

    After my Saturday night reservation was botched, I re-reserved for Sunday night and thankfully our table was ready exactly on time. The food was OVERRATED. The steak was way overseasoned and grissly, and the mashed potatoes were dry and the bacon wrapped scallops were way overcooked. The dessert Banana Chocolate Bread pudding was really dry and tasted like a Safeway product. Service was great, but not perfect. I'd rather go to Sullivan's.

    (3)

  • Miran W.

    Epic steak. Daniel's is an excellent, if safe restaurant with a delicious menu of tasty foods. The view is lovely and the service is pretty good. What keeps it from 5 starts is the overly safe menu. Outside of the beef Tartar (which is excellent, btw) the food is pretty ordinary, which is odd given the price and atmosphere. Daniel's used to serve Foie Gras, and did an amazing job with it... but they've retreated to more ordinary items in recent years. That may not be a bad thing depending on your palette. :) Still- the food is damn good and it is well worth checking out. My wife and I go there at least a few times every year. But if you like the eccentric side of fine dining, then Daniel's is not the place for you.

    (4)

  • Eric H.

    I had been to Daniels a number of times but on my most recent trip I had been to a lot more comparable restaurants and so had a much larger sample size to use to rate Daniels...And I gotta say it didn't hold up. The view was great but the quality of food left me wanting more for what I paid. In particular the "blue cheese" sauce that you can add to your steak seemed like blue cheese dressing I could buy at the grocery store. The steaks were good but I felt like I could get just as good from a different restaurant for half the price. Don't get me wrong it was yummy and the view was good but the quality of the food just didn't hold up to the price I paid.

    (2)

  • Aaron L.

    Went here for my girlfriends birthday celebration dinner. Was greeted and sat in a great location that we requested. The wait staff was good and explained the different cuts well. I ordered the rib eye med rare. My girlfriend ordered a New York a little charred. When our order came out, the steaks were cooked to exactly the amount of doneness. The rib eye is the best I have ever tasted. Savory, good sear and seasoning with a little char to it. Girlfriends, however, although cooked to how she liked it, tastes like charcoal. The char was completely overpowering the whole steak. When we brought this up to the staff, they told us that's how it was supposed to taste. I understand that char is supposed to be a crisp little burnt taste but this tasted as though we were chewing a charcoal. They eventually after some convincing that it was inedible, swapped it out for another one with no char at all. I felt as though customer service on this issue could have been better. Other steak houses would have swapped that out in an instant. Not counting that though my ribeye was fantastic, view was beautiful, redone New York was good. May or may not try again. Don't want to have to explain that they might have overcharred it.

    (3)

  • Khanh L.

    I love a good steak and Daniel's is my favorite place for steak. The service here is outstanding and I love the free valet.

    (5)

  • Ozzie L.

    Had a friend celebrating a birthday here and I was unable to make it. I decided to call and purchase him a birthday cocktail over the phone. When I asked the hostess whom which answered the phone, she said there's no problem and to hold on. The manager answers the phone with a tone of slight desperation (probably cause they were busy) and a little rushed. I explain my situation and continue to tell him that I would like to purchase the bday boy a drink. He tells me that the only way I can do this is to fax my id and the card I was going to use to them. Sorry but I have done this many times before at other establishments and its never been an issue. He continues to tell me that "what if I found the card on the street and was charging a card that wasn't mine" Lol! Apparently the Bellevue Daniels broiler has a high rate of credit card thieves calling in and ordering one $9 drink for a birthday boy who reserved a large table to celebrate his birth. Highly disappointed in your attention to service Daniel's! This is why I prefer el gaucho.

    (1)

  • Kristy S.

    The view and food are amazing! I was impressed by the portion sizes. The food was excellent and not one of those types of plates where presentation is more important than quantity. We were very pleased with everything! The bacon wrapped scallops were wonderful!

    (4)

  • J T.

    Horrible wait time, reserved a table at 8pm, we had to wait for 45 minutes to get our table!!!! The host was rude! Ruined the whole experience for us! And it's supposed to be one if the best restaurants in bellevue?! What a shame!

    (2)

  • Ninette C.

    This place has suchhh good happy hour. So I made plans to see a scary movie with a girlfriend but at the last minute, I chickened out and we decided to go here with a group instead. It was a Saturday night and there was STILL happy hour. Love it! So its at the top of the Bellevue Tower- not exactly convenient but it means, nice view! It was pretty crowded but we found a bunch of leather couches around a coffee table right by the fireplace. Perfect. The couches were super cushy and comfortable. We ordered: crispy artichoke hearts, jumbo golf prawn cocktail, bacon wrapped scallops and calamari. Everything was excellent! The artichoke was juicy and also had a nice crunch. The prawns are huge (though the portion rather small) and come in a martini glass. This is only happy hour food, but oh-so-delicious. The prices aren't cheap for happy hour compared to many other places, but there's a reason: it's better than many other places. This is perfect for when you want to have a chill, classy Friday or Saturday evening catching up with friends and conversation. I will check out the Lake Union location next. I want those dungeness crab legs! Nom nom nom!

    (5)

  • Gloss E.

    I should first say that I'm not the right person to be reviewing this restaurant. I am a vegetarian and only occasionally eat seafood. A red steak doesn't excite me, it kinda creeps me out.. I came with a group celebrating a company milestone. We had the private dining room and were treated with excellent service. Our waiter, Marc, was on point the whole night. Water and wine glasses were kept full without asking, plates were cleared, bread baskets were filled like clockwork. The food was good and there were actually several vegetarian options. I tried the calamari which was a little salty but very tender - the way it should be! My carnivorous companions were all invited to cut their steak upon being served. Not sure what the purpose of that was, but they all seemed impressed with how easy to cut it was. Overall, much care and attention was given to the presentation of each course which really elevated the whole dining experience.

    (4)

  • J G.

    Solid. Have been going here for over 14 years, it's always been a good hangout. I've spent the majority of my time in the bar, where they have a full menu, and live piano music. The customers are Bellevue professionals, or traveling business men staying at the adjacent Hyatt Hotel, and a sprinkling of cougars that like the business type. Seafood is always a good choice, and they make a decent drink ;)

    (4)

  • Clint W.

    I've been here several times before dinner, but never for HH. And it changed my opinion of the place. I need to land here again for HH. Half price on beverages and app's. The app's were good sized and just plain good. Although it was packed, we did manage to find a table in the back and there are couches for lounging if you get there early. There's also the added bonus of the garage downstairs, of which I did not pay to park.

    (5)

  • Kimberly L.

    Amazing food, spectacular views and the service was excellent. Highly recommend!!

    (5)

  • Ashley S.

    Always great food and great service! My go-to choice for a great steak dinner! My recommendation for dinner meetings or out of town guests.

    (5)

  • Randolph Q.

    A decision was made to celebrate a team win at the Daniel's bar. What an epic mistake that turned out to be. Generally speaking, I have a great deal of empathy for a small staff that gets slammed and, for the most part, the team of one bartender and three cocktail servers managed the three person deep bar queue fairly well. But the pressure clearly got to the staff and a few of the servers went from pleasant to rude in 2.3 seconds. Can't say I entirely blame them but no matter how nice and empathetic we tried to be, they just got ruder and ruder. I finally had to ask the server to just give me a break and help me get a glass of wine. She relented then ironically became the sweetest person as she presented my check. My guess the mood change was driven by the promise of a decent tip. Couldn't bring myself to stoop down to her level and not tip the server but I have no doubt karma will provide the appropriate payback. Hope the leadership at this establishment learns to react better in a situation where the place goes from quiet to crazy.

    (2)

  • Anton F.

    Probably we were not lucky at this day: service in the steakhouse was abominable. Waiter spilled wine to our bag, didn't apologize and just put bag away. He waved his hands above the table so inaccurately that hit my wife's face (also didn't apologize). Steaks are good, but I'd say overpriced. Bottom line: too much histrionics, bad service, good food, pretty expensive.

    (2)

  • Lisa K.

    This used to be my favorite place to eat. We took our son here for his birthday lunch. All of our steaks were burned! Not just quick seared, but briquettes/charcoal! My husband was the only one who asked for his to be well-done, my son and I asked for medium-rare. His birthday dessert was terrific. But for how much you pay for a large cut filet mignon, it should be cooked correctly.

    (3)

  • Vanessa H.

    I went to celebrate my birthday at this place last year and I really liked because the waitress after my dinner she brought me a dessert for my birthday. This year I decided to go there again. My husband let the waitress know that it was my birthday and we decided to have a dinner there to celebrate but she did not care that much. The time I was paying I asked the waitress if they do anything special for people that celebrate their birthday there, she said " Oh, we have a chocolate cake to give but looks like you already had your dessert, sorry". Thank you very much for careless to the customer and not listen to them as my husband had told to her the specific reason we were there. Not just that but my hot plate appetizer the only thing hit was the name because the food was cold. 2 stars for the host Tiffany she was super friendly, the only good experience I had there on my last visit to this place.

    (2)

  • John K.

    I don't know a better place for an awesome filet mignon! I only get to come here once or twice a year; but it's always a treat. And the apps are awesome as well.

    (5)

  • Richard U.

    First time at Daniel's Broiler and it sure was memorable. This was I believe stop number 3 on the last evenings yelper extravaganzaa. Due to some hagling we ended up in the back lounge room which plush! I felt like we stumbled into someone's pimped out den. This place is perched up on the 21st floor with a nice view of downtown Bellevue. Nice comfy couches and chairs, random large picture books, the faint smell of mahogany....The happy hour made the snacky things half off so prices were more reasonable (15-20 dollar items w/o happy hour). The break down of the snackery: *steak bites - tasty tasty! *seared bacon wrapped scallops- yes, it is as orgasmic as it sounds... *popcorn shrimp- served in a faux popcorn bag! I love props! *calamari- nice crispy squidy *ahi-tuna- had a strange spice rub on it that I didn't take to All in all, Highly recommend the happy hour and if you can try to score this back room although you may need to bring a fleece or sweater as they keep it a balmy 68 degrees.

    (4)

  • Andrew L.

    There are few places which invoke feelings of luxury, prestige or grandeur; well-placed lighting, an atmosphere of sheer beauty; and whether it's dinner, happy hour, or something else, there isn't a better place to have an intimate evening, even with co-workers. Did I mention, it's very good food! There aren't that many local places which people think of regular when it comes to steak, but if you make your way to Daniel's Broiler, you are going to get the most consistent dining experience, which is unmatched. I want to always talk about the customer service here. They have unmatched services, their servers are impeccably trained. They know their cuts, they know how the kitchen cooks their food, and they know exactly what wines, to match with the meats, with the sides. Perfection, you can't best their customer service, because everyone there, from the servers, the hosts, the bartenders, and even the chefs in the kitchen, always seem to give you the impression they appreciate you, and appreciate cooking for you. Appetizers; French Onion Soup, a cheesy, rich soup, their salads are nicely seasoned and everything looked fresh. Bacon Wrapped Scallops are unbelievably rewarding. Side dishes are amazing too. Cream Spinach = Fantastic, Truffle Cut Fries = Amazing... Lobster Mashed Potatoes... Heavenly. Wine is paired perfectly. Sure they have a long list, and I'm not sure everyone there is a budding sommelier, but they certainly have faith in their list, it shows, they have a firm grasp on the matching, and it works really well. I have eaten here, almost a dozen times, and it's always exactly what I expected, just plain Delicious. The filet mignon is one of the best; I have ever had in the entire country. It's melt in your mouth tender, full of flavor, and even naked (no sauces poured after cooking) it's just delicious. My colleague had their New York steak, which he gets every time, and he is always satisfied. The others there also had their filet mignon and there is no doubt that everyone was happy. What makes this place amazing is that it is consistently delicious. Their cuts of meat are always tasty, the sides pair up perfectly, their ambiance is intimate yet inviting, and customer service tops off the dining event. This location also has a tremendous view of downtown Bellevue, Lake Washington, and the surrounding area. Ask for a view of the lake when you make reservations; when the sun is setting, it's absolutely gorgeous. Go there, and you will be rewarded!

    (5)

  • Rex H.

    Came here for our anniversary, made a reservation the day of, ran late, change the time with no issue. Good start. We showed up, wait for less than a minute and was led to a table overlooking Bellevue Square, Lake Washington and Downtown Seattle with the sunset in the background, nice. The downside of it is this place is quite warm, even my lovely wife mentioned how unusually warm the place is... Our waiter, Todd, is one of (if not THE) best waiter we've ever encountered. Very approachable, quick to make recommendations (not one of those that will point you the most expensive items) and is quite knowledgeable about wine since we have absolutely no clue. We ordered onion soup, lobster bisque, the bone in Rib-eye (It's HUGE, without the bone it's easily 20 oz) with lobster mash potato, and a side of sautéed mushrooms. The soups are good, though the onion soup is strangely thick. The steak was AWESOME! Perfectly prepared, with a nice crust outside and nicely pink in the middle. The mushroom was OK, use a little bit more salt. We also get a complementary desert - molten lave cake with vanilla ice cream and berries, very tasty and we gladly clean this dish! All in all, it's a nice place for special occasion. Service was definitely one of the best, food do have some room for improvement. And, please, crank up the AC a bit on a nice sunny summer day facing the west!

    (4)

  • J A.

    I went here for happy hour. I had the barbecued shrimp and it was good. I would come back for the view though and try other dishes.

    (4)

  • Frank S.

    Took a medium sized group (7 people) Recently experienced Daniels in Bellevue and was not impressed. service: our waiter seemed dazed and confused. took drink orders two people at a time and never offered refills. It took him 4 trips to order our main courses since he would take one order and then randomly walk off. not impressed as we have eaten here before and the service is usually stellar. The waiter messed up almost everyone's order and was not even that bothered. Food: a few off us ordered steak and all were sent back for being underdone. their teriyaki style steak bites were amazing. Fish (salmon) was smelly as well, not too fresh. perhaps an off night for this place, but it was Friday and they should have been on their A-Game.

    (2)

  • Michael M.

    Definitely, "Meh. I've experienced better." What happened to this place? I've never expected great things from Daniel's but their service and quality of late leaves me wondering about a sure decline. The last 2 times I've dined here, I've spent a considerable amount (under 2 grand) but have never had the experience to match. This last time I visited with 8 co-workers and we tallied a pretty penny while ordering many rounds of drinks, full steak dinners, assorted side dishes, deserts, etc. The service was lethargic and the food...blah. Mine and one of co-workers steaks, in particular, was charred badly enough to leave an eighth-inch skin of briquette on my rib-eye. When I told our server of this she kindly informed me that this was normal as "our grills reach 1800 degrees." Well, maybe you should turn them down, yeah? Anyway, the servers were pleasant enough but service tended to the slow side. I won't rush to come back.

    (2)

  • Ham C.

    WOW!!!! what an amazing place to eat steak. The food was fabulous and the service was awesome. Must go!!!

    (5)

  • Jenny K.

    Went here yesterday for the first time (hooray) for a business luncheon. The food was laid out buffet style and included: Caesar salad, broccoli, mashed potatoes, salmon, steak, prawns and cheesecake for dessert. Nothing was the best I've ever had, but everything was really tasty. Aside from the food, I really enjoyed the view. One side of the room had all windows and I had an awesome view of the mountains and the clear blue sky. I've been hinting at my husband to bring me here on a date and I think he'll be more inclined to, knowing that it's a different dining experience altogether (i.e. a restaurant on its own floor, formal table setting, good food presentation, etc). My favorite part of the meal was the dessert! I really liked the lemon-gingerbread shortbread cookie/biscotti dipped in coffee and also dipped in the whipped cream that was on the cheesecake.

    (4)

  • Caroline B.

    Definitely my favorite place for a steak. I went to so many places in NY and NJ but this one is my favorite. Service is good too! I just wish they were open for lunch during the weekends.

    (4)

  • Annie F.

    Came here in a very long time on a Saturday night for their happy hour in the lounge. We were able to snag a table for 2 with a gorgeous view of Lake Washington. So glad we did because in a matter of 10-15 min the lounge/bar was filling up fast. Our waitress Alissa was nice and friendly. I had the Sapphire Martini and my fiance had the Manhattan. Wow were they STRONG. They were $8 a piece. We ordered appetizers only since they were half off during HH: Bacon Wrapped Scallops, grilled with Sambuca butter sauce $8, Calamari with cocktail and aioli sauces $7.50, Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips, glazed with teriyaki sauce $7.50. See photos for reference. The Scallops only came in 3 pieces but they were big in size, very yummy! We were thinking of ordering another one. The Calamari is the same as any place. The steak strips were more like steak pieces but the sauce was so good. One thing I didn't like was the meat was a little tough. Also ordered more drinks: the Union Squared, El Diablo, Seattle Slush and Margato. You MUST try the Fruit Tart with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. It is to DIE FOR!!! The sauce was the best caramel sauce we both have every tasted. At $9 it was soooo worth it. We would come back only for this. There was a piano player during that night and it got a little noisy and crowded but overall our experience and food was great. A little older crowd 30+ maybe leaning towards the 45+age range but it's also upscale so it's expected.

    (5)

  • David L.

    An amazing restaurant. The service was top notch. The food was excellent. The view is stellar. The only bad things: Parking & the prices. Huge fan of this place, just cannot afford to dine here often.

    (4)

  • Georgia W.

    "Hey big spender...spend a little dime with me". Mouth watering steak and exceptional service make for a romantic night when combined with sunset views. Plan to pay for every tasty bight and twinkling light of it.That is just what Daniels is all about. Fillet Mignon was terrific. The halibut ( non meat eater option) was equally as good for fish. ;) Every thing they serve is hot and to a perfection. You can't go wrong. Wine by the glass is no less then $8-10. The deep booths and low lighting are private and romantic. The piano bar can be really lively on a Fri or Sat. night too! Make reservations.

    (4)

  • Kyoni R.

    While I was working for a construction clean up firm. We were awarded a favorite company award. And the prize was dinner at this restaurant. So someone else was picking up the bill ! We all pumped our fist and said hell yeah !!! While my boss and friend went for affordable dining plates. I looked the menu over and choose the most expensive steak on there. Some $75 monster that was pampered, blessed, and sacrificed over. While the boss was making small talk. We were loading up on cocktails. Remy and coke. Top shelf stuff. I would have order Louis Xlll if they had it. Looking at our hosts. You knew they were just using there excuse of expense accounts. They were knocking the drinks back as fast as they were talking about their golf games. As the plates were coming out. Everyone concentrated on there plates. When my plate came out the whole table became quiet. The size and girth of that thing was like the side of a steer. I mean it was thick. They all wondered if I could finish it. Take in a deep breath and off to work I went. Steak knife in one hand and fork in the other. Slice, chew, swallow, and then drink. Slowly but surely I widdled that hunk down. By the end i cleaned that bone off. They all wondered where it went. I often think the same thing too. For a compact guy I some how tend to place food somewhere. Luckily I like to do physical stuff. I hope enough to burn 3 inch steaks. When some one else gets the bill. Live your life to the fullest. Order away!!

    (4)

  • Peter L.

    OK - food wise, Daniel's has been sort of at the bottom of my list in terms of steakhouses, but still the food is still very good. And the service and location also help to bring this place up a star. One of the draws is the location - on the 21st floor of the BofA complex with nice views of downtown Bellevue. Weather permitting, there is also a nice deck outside. I have had both the ribeye and ny strip here, and of the two, I actually preferred the ny strip, especially when paired with a peppercorn brandy sauce. Happy hours can be a good deal here, and we had one in the private Vintage Lounge once, which was a nice clubby room, with oversized chairs and TVs. Steak bites and bacon wrapped scallops were some of my faves on the happy hour menu. Overall, while there may be better steak places in Seattle, and even in Bellevue, Daniel's still has a lot to offer and if you are in the area, it's worth stopping by.

    (4)

  • Mitchel L.

    Personally, I can't fault Daniels for the patrons that go to it. I can only judge it by the atmosphere it tries to provide, their food and their service. Yeah, there's hookers up there from time to time, there's plenty of mystic tanned guido's spending their paychecks from Mens Wearhouse. But guess what, these people are ALL over Bellevue, so It's not Daniels' fault. It's a tad expensive, but the price actually keeps the douchebags away for the most part. I just avoid the place on conventional "Pay Days" (1st/15th of any month and Fridays). Every now and then, there is an obnoxious group or couple, but a quick "shut the fuck up! Go back to Renton!" usually alienates them to the point of shutting the hell up while daddy enjoys his grey goose, popcorn shrimp and rib eye. The food is excellent. I've contemplated sewing my asshole shut so that I can keep their food inside me forever and ever! Their waitresses are extremely nice. The view is Amazing. The live piano is great. The people watching is LEGENDARY. If you go to the restaurant portion, it's top knotch with no complaints, most of the complaints here are for people who are upset at people getting happy at a happy hour. 5 Stars Daniels!

    (5)

  • Tiger C.

    Nestled between the Hyatt Bellevue towers and Bellevue Square is Daniel's Broiler. Levitate up 20 floors next to the Hyatt towers and you have a near rooftop view of DT Bellevue and a superb setting. Best time to come here is right after the annual Bellevue Fashion Show with the model who you think will set the newest trends for the upcoming season. Great late night bites and drinks, from steak tips to shrimp. Wear your finest blazer and enjoy the tunes from the piano man. Additionally, two good spots here include the outside patio, overlooking the square, and a lounge room with nice spacious seating. The crowd is sophisticated so make sure you got a trendy conservative-lite blazer on and the latest smartphone to stand out. Anything can happen here, from an emotional crying girl out on the patio to a gentleman trying to dance on top of the piano. Don't recommend you do the later.

    (4)

  • Arry Y.

    Happy hour = awesome. Oysters, oysters, oysters! Great happy hour menu/food. Half-off happy hour late night = awesome. Service = very good/attentive. Drinks = awesome. Plethora of choices in terms of drinks - we ordered a couple bottles of bubbly. Piano man who plays and sings the songs you artfully write on bar napkins you slide in front of him with a couple of bills to entice him = awesome. Great music. Random and a little bit of an older crowd = more like 40+ in age.

    (4)

  • Jonathan M.

    So I am the 238th reviewer - but you really should READ THIS REVIEW. We only go for happy hour and frankly go not because of the food, but because of the people watching. It is like going back to 1980. Alot of mock turtlenecks, tons of silver foxes slinking around, and an explosion of make-up clad women parading around, fending off the foxes. It is the ultimate scene. The food is marge at best, service is always good, getting a table is very tough. Piano guy is good, I just hope is does not take himself too seriously as it is Billy Joel-Elton John greatest hits every night. I hope the drunk woman who fell off the bar stoool and straight on to the floor is ok as nobody moved a muscle to pick her up, and I hope the 5 foot 5 guy who paid to go home with a six foot four woman for the night got a little money back.....awkward elevator ride!

    (2)

  • Edward B.

    While they have a nice location, ambiance, and decent service the steak was not very good and thus far overpriced. The apps were not bad, I would say okay, but the steak was bland and that is the thing that they SHOULD be doing right. Should have said seafood when they asked if I wanted to go to a Steak place or get Seafood....

    (2)

  • Thomas K.

    Crushed some amazing Prime Rib at Daniel's last night. The Waitress brought us an incorrect bottle of wine on accident (props to tommy holt for knowing it was a syrah and not a cabernet by smell) and brought us a new Artemis (stag's leap) and let us keep the other one. Love this place, great dining experience every time!

    (5)

  • Kristin C.

    My boyfriend randomly suggested we go to Daniel's. Who am I to turn down Steak? He had always wanted to go here, but it was never really on my radar. Daniel's is located on the 21st floor of Bellevue Place/Hyatt Hotel. We made a reservation for a Sunday night, and we were shown to our table at a window overlooking Lake Washington and Seattle. People, this is why you always make reservations. You can request fancy tables! Since I was planning on just stuffing my face with meat, I didn't order a salad, I don't want veggies taking up precious room in my stomach. My boyfriend ordered the Caesar Salad and was severely disappointed. The lettuce was yellow, and the salad itself was too lemony. He mentioned this to the server and all she said was "Oh, I'm sorry". Honestly, for $10, it really was not worth it, and the quality was abysmal, it really should have been taken off our bill. I ordered the Prime Rib with garlic mashed potatoes. The meat itself was really, really fatty. I mean, I know Prime Rib is fatty, but this was a bit ridiculous. But, it was pretty tasty, not the best I've ever had, but it's so hard to find good Prime Rib, that when I see it on a menu, I have to order it. Which is weird, since I don't like my meat super rare or super fatty. The garlic mashed potatoes were super tasty. Like, I kept stuffing my face with them long after I was full. I finally just pushed the plate at the passing Bus Boy just to get them out of my face. My boyfriend had the rib-eye with lobster mashed potatoes. When they brought him his steak they asked him to cut into it to make sure it was cooked to his liking, and even brought a little flash light, which I thought was a nice touch. I took a bite of it, and it was really delicious. Next time, I'd go with a steak. He said his lobster mashed potatoes were ok, he tasted more bacon than lobster. We shared the chocolate chip cookie a la mode. I like the cookies cooked to order in little skillets. It was good, but I've definitely had better. The nice touch though, was that it came with a shot of milk. The food was about a 3.5 stars, honestly, but overall the service was good. Everyone was super friendly, and on top of things. Everyone greeted us as we entered, even passing buy boys and waiters, and everyone said goodbye as we left. It has a great location and ambiance as well. It's a little bit more reasonably priced than places like John Howie, and the steak is still a good quality.

    (4)

  • Katy B.

    Long overdue review...we've been coming here at least once a month since we moved to Washington. Great service, flavorful steaks, and a nice atmosphere. I like to take family here when they come in town, and they like the view of Seattle (on a clear day)! This is also a good a happy hour spot as their appetizers are all great - popcorn shrimp, fried artichoke hearts, and steak bites. Nice spot for a date night or a special dinner with family and friends.

    (4)

  • Joeboy A.

    OH YOU FANCY HUH... I love it, came here for happy hour and some, and it was such a wonderful time... Odered my small plates, raw oysters, cocktail ( freakin huge ) prawns, filet mignon kabobs, caesar salad, and a glass of champagne...funny thing tho, when i ordered a glass of champange, they asked wats the occasion...i told them nothing, i juss drink champagne wen im thirsty... Service was excellent, the place was well kept ( well i hope so for wat they charge ) and it was nice to have a piano player playin on a nicely dim lit evening.... excellent view of downtown bellevue, unless you have a table facing a wall, most likely i will be back....whenever i get thirsty again...

    (4)

  • Tom B.

    Went here for lunch with a group from work a couple weeks ago with middling expectations. Came away thoroughly impressed. The first great thing about Daniel's is the location. It's just fun to eat on the umpteenth floor, at any time of day, in any weather. Can't even imagine how great the setting would be with a proper sunset or raging thunderstorm to watch. Yeah, you always pay for a location like this one, but you look for value in return and budget accordingly. Daniel's pulls its weight for the prices they charge and it's a worthy annual dinner spot. You'd have to be kind of loaded to eat here more than once a year though. In addition to the great location, the setting is great. Lots of separate dining rooms, tables big and small. Lots of dark wood everywhere. Huge cabernet glasses on every table when you get there, whether the table is sat or not. Lots of flashy bottles in the wine case opposite the host station...presumably never to be bought, given that they're sitting there at the mercy of the lights and temperature fluctuation. But there are bottles from long before Daniel's opened, and lots of great old NW labels, too--really shows some enthusiasm for good wine. They're a bit self-promotional, with lots of reviews clipped and framed. Seems a bit tacky for a restaurant at this price point, especially given that all of them are from Seattle-area media. They also sell their "own" steak knives, big heavy wood-handled serrated monsters with "Daniel's" burned into the handles. Could live without those both at the table and the gift shop, but that's a tiny quibble. The staff is the classic expense account steak and chop house staff: statuesque and beautiful blonde hostesses, energetic table staff, including some obvious lifelong professional servers. Staff was well trained, prompt, and thorough. Not quite as engaging or funny as some servers elsewhere, but they did their jobs perfectly, so no room for real complaints here. My boss eats here a couple times a year. His wife is for some reason in the habit of ordering steaks well done. They're never been able to get this right on the first try, but they've always comped her meal when she has been unhappy. Since they never fail to graciously make it right, and since I'm not writing steakhouse reviews for people who order steaks well-done, I'm counting this as a credit for them and not a demerit. Menu was very focused, the usual suspects for a steak place. A few vegetarian options if you look sharp about it. The teriyaki steak bites, which are evidently on the happy hour menu, were pretty spectacular. We had the appetizer smorgasbord plate, and these shown far above the rest. Had the Steak Daniel for lunch, which was a wonderful piece of meat with perfect asparagus and mashed potatoes alongside. There's everything to like about this place if you think of Bellevue in the context of fine dining at dinnertime.

    (4)

  • Angela m.

    The view...Breath Taking. The steak... Not so good. I had a party of 20 for my birthday. My steak was burnt so bad I was tasting the grill. I didn't want to complain, so my friends did because I was paying over $50.00 for a piece of steak that was horrible. They brought me a new one...when everyone in my party was finished with their food. They gave me a free dessert and sang happy Birthday. That was the least they could do. I went back again with my sister and brother and tempted to have steak again. It wasn't good. Have fish, I really enjoy their fish dishes and their desserts are amazing!

    (3)

  • Nina H.

    OM NOM NOM!!! (Happy hour review only) I love the happy hour here!!! It's soooo delicious. Fellow Yelpers were right. THE PRIME FILET MIGNON STEAK STRIPS ARE SO AWESOME. The meat was so tender and juicy and I just wanted a whole steak instead of strips. Seriously, so juicy. The teriyaki sauce was tasty as well. If I could, I would've taken that sauce home and poured it over a nice bowl of white rice or something. But that's way embarassing to take the sauce to-go... tempting though. Very tempting. My friend and I also ordered the bacon-wrapped scallops. My golly these were just as amazing! There were three huge pieces of scallops and it was came on top of some small pieces of toasted bread. I don't know what the glaze was but wow it was so good!! It tasted kind of cheesy but kind of not, I'm not quite sure how to describe that flavor. I wanted MORE but they were pricey, of course. I was definitely impressed by their quality of service and food. Our server was so sweet and she reminded me a lot of Jordana Brewster (from Fast and the Furious). All of the servers were really gorgeous... come to think of it. And I pointed out to my friend that I really liked their all black outfits. Random, I know. But anyway, the food is totally worth the money because you get what you pay. Quality service and the best of the best in steak and seafood. Woohoo!

    (5)

  • Jeffry R.

    This place was very clean and had wonderful service. We had Katie as our server and she was very welcoming. But I didn't think she was fake. She seemed actually interested in what we were asking her and what we were saying. She brought free dessert as we were celebrating a birthday. We both had the Filet Mignon. and it was so tender, it was like having steak ice cream. Nothing is cheap here. I didn't like the 20 dollar corkage fee. But it was worth it, as we had a view of the water from the top and west side location. We will be eating here again in the future.

    (5)

  • Jeff H.

    Great steak!! Food, drinks, service are all on par with the Lake Union location, however the view isn't. More on that later... We both ordered Filet Mignon and it was cooked to perfection, medium rare in case you were wondering. Shared the Ahi Tuna for an appetizer and it was fresh and tasted of the sea. A great light starter to enjoy with one of their delicious martinis. Service was exactly what you expect when you are spending this kind of money. Prompt, attentive and friendly are the three adjectives I use to best describe the staff. Back to the view. I like the view over downtown Bellevue just fine, but the view from the dining room overlooking Lake Union is one of the iconic views from my life. I've spent many Fourth of July's looking out of that very window and watching the bombs bursting in air. Fair or not, I just can't give the Bellevue location that fifth star (they are very hard to come by in my book.) The food, drinks, service everything is on par with a five star place, but I miss that bit of nostalgia.

    (4)

  • Poulina K.

    **Disclaimer: This review is for the bar and cocktails only.** 21st Floor of the Hyatt tower in Bellevue. Small yet an amazing view outdoor deck with heaters. That alone deserves 3 stars. And that is pretty much where it ends. It was a Monday night and a group of us came up here after a small corporate event at the Twisted Cork. Granted we already had a few cocktails and did move a few chairs around on the deck. We were the only patrons of the bar at that hour besides 4 other gentleman. Our cocktail waitress apparently felt very empowered to start scolding the CEO of my company about moving the chairs around quote: "We have very strict fire code regulations and the cops come up here ALL the time...are you guys with some charity auction?" I was both incredibly amused and shocked all at the same time! She was cute, but apparently lacked a few marbles. We all got a good laugh and after my VP handed her an AMEX, she instantly became much more agreeable. Is it me or do the servers in nicer establishments forget they still have to earn the gratuity and their income depends on it? Drinks were decent and the service got better. I will come back to give their food a try.

    (3)

  • Maggie S.

    First time I've come to Daniel's Broiler was for a business dinner. We had a private dining room. If you have a lot of people in your party this would be really nice to get. We only had 8 people I think and probably took up about half of the seating space. The bacon wrapped scallops were fantastic. I think I will forever get them when I go there. Haha. Lobster bisque was really good. I got New York steak and it was absolutely delicious. The bread pudding (one of my favorite desserts) was giant. The biggest bread pudding I've seen in any restaurant. I only ate maybe 1/3 of it. I liked this place so much that I came back one week later with my boyfriend :-) He was equally happy with it. We didn't get that private dining room :D but the food was just as excellent!

    (5)

  • Marcus E.

    Service was okay but our server was anything but patient. Food was okay but for the price I expected both better service and better food.

    (2)

  • Lisa M.

    We have been going to Daniel's for over 15 years. For our anniversary we sit in a special booth. We reserved in advance and even had a call from staff to confirm. Discussion of the booth included a warning that we may have to wait a few minutes. That was acceptable. When we arrived there was no apology, we were just told that we would not get our booth. My husband said we still wanted a booth at least. The hostess indicated we would basically get what we get. That feeling of special that Daniel's used to have was not there. My husband went back up and said we would wait for a booth. They seated us way in the back of the restaurant away from the sunset view. Our waitress was a delight and the food was the same great food. But the feeling was icky about special requests. For a restaurant that must do a very high percentage of special occasion dining they have lost the old fashioned special touch that we had come to love. I know they don't need our business so they don't care but others should be aware that they don't care. I suppose if we had slipped her $100 she may have helped us get our special booth. We are sad to see this shift towards mega corporate style service.

    (3)

  • Miona H.

    I am updating this to a solid 4 stars since my first review said it's more "3.5." We actually have ended up coming back to Daniel's on average once a month or once every couple months because in the end, it has been a solid deal and is always a great experience -- both service and food-wise. I continue to order the same dish (prawn pasta) and my boyfriend has upgraded to ordering the porterhouse... every time! Also, we had some crappy service one night and the manager apologized, gave us dessert and drinks for free. We continue to go back regularly. Also went to the Seattle location once and felt like we were cheating on Bellevue... either location, you get great service and consistently awesome food for a great value.

    (4)

  • Chris H.

    Great food, views and had a great time for our friends anniversary!!

    (5)

  • Eddie S.

    Excellent food service and environment Thank you

    (4)

  • Jared S.

    As a heads-up, this review is mostly about the happy hour. Great standby place for a small group getting together after work over a few drinks and apps. Staff is pretty efficient, friendly, and accomodating considering how crowded it gets pre-dinner. Drinks are made on the strong side (allllllways a good thing :D). Hey, even if you're alone, sidle up to the bar and make convo with the staff (does everyone who works here golf??!) Or just soak up the atmos and people-watch. You could even hit me up, I'll be the guy way too involved in his steak strips and stella- getting teriyaki sauce all over my blackberry. :) If you have to try one happy hour dish, go for the barbecued prawns- even if just for the sauce they come in (ask for extra bread, trust me). Buttery and spicy - knocked this one out of the park! Dinner I would give 4 stars. The quality is there, however I find the sides to be just a little too "standard steakhouse" which, while tasty, can leave the dinner just short of what it could be. Two words about dessert: Coconut Sundae. Just get it, you'll thank me. Happy hour prices are great, $4 stellas and decent manhattans for twice that. All appetizers are half-off during happy hour, which is from 4-6:30, with a late-night one beginning at 9pm.

    (5)

  • Bethany M.

    I have eaten at the Lake Union and Bellevue Daniel's a number of times. They provide good steakhouse fare -- the service is usually excellent once you arrive at your table. One thing that I hate about the Bellevue location is that they never seat you on time when you arrive with a reservation. There's usually a 15-30 minute wait (at least) and if you don't want to hang out at the bar, the lobby area is tiny/cramped (and loud, thanks to its proximity to the bar). We were there this past Friday -- typical 20 minute wait despite our on-time arrival for a 7:45 p.m. reservation. No tables ready. Our waiter was a model of professionalism once we got seated. The kitchen was off its game that night, though; overcooked steaks all around the table (husband asked for medium and wound up with well done; I asked for medium rare and wound up with medium... etc.). Not a good showing for the Schwartz team that night.

    (3)

  • Peter S.

    Good for the power dinner. I've never been disappointed by the food or service. 40'ish bar crowd. Cougar alert...

    (3)

  • Jessica M.

    Unfortunately my partner and I did not have the best experience at this spot located in the Hyatt Regency after a stellar recommendation by the hotel concierge (further enticed by a $20 coupon that we failed to read the fine print on and ended up not being able to use because we sat in the bar area, although intended to order from the full dinner menu...also didn't learn this until after we order a bottle of wine). We've eaten at some of the best steakhouses in the country and honestly the only redeeming quality of this overpriced, overdone glorified hotel bar was the view and tiny outdoor patio. Paid about $75 for a $20-25 (retail) bottle of wine at the recommendation of the somm, who was very nice, but seemed to be paying us a bit of lip service and gave a rather interesting explanation about why they don't offer any pinots. Yes, I'm aware they're not prevalent in WA, but there are quite a few out there in the PNW that we've had, loved, and would've paired really nicely with some of the items on their menu (especially the seared tuna and any of the steaks done rare/medium rare). Also, no oysters! Bummer! Our waitress claimed the weather was too warm this time of year...??? So irritated about the lack of oysters and pinot, and the inability to use the coupon, we ordered off the bar menu and left as soon as we finished our bottle. Bummed we chose this place for our first dining experience in Bellevue. Slight bonus worth noting: the bar had a lively piano player who was very dynamic and was having such a good time cranking out the classics (Billy Joel, Broadway faves) that you couldn't help but smile and hum along. Oh well. Lesson learned. Should've done our research better.

    (2)

  • J K.

    Great food, but you get what you pay for. This is a typical upscale steak joint: great food, tender and juicy steaks, awesome service, fancy, lots of dark wood accents, piano bar, nice view of the region, old white people drinking expensive wine, etc. I never think about Daniel's as an option when I go out. I only went here because I couldn't get a reservation for six anywhere else on short notice. But I wish I came here more often. But the customers are an interesting slice of American culture. Come to the bar on a Saturday night for some fascinating people watching.

    (4)

  • Nakia K.

    Beautiful view and wonderful food. I had the top sirloin and it was cooked perfectly. We were given a private room because we had a larger group that included children.

    (5)

  • Casey P.

    This is a hh review. Daniel's used to be an easy #1! great food, cheap and varied drinks, and classy atmosphere until 6:30. They recently raised the prices so it's not as easy a choice anymore. My staple is the popcorn shrimp. Plump and balanced with the breading, served with a slightly spicy dipping sauce. Can't really go wrong with anything on the menu though. They have a decent selection of beer on tap and wines by the glass, this is where the increased prices really start to hurt though. Overall it's definitely a great hh spot and while it's a little more spendy now, the look and feel inside is hard to beat.

    (4)

  • Gavin N.

    I could have sworn I've already given this place a five star review like two years ago, but oh well. So my extremely awesome 10/5 star girlfriend took me here for my birthday for a steak and lobster dinner. We actually had to start off in the bar because our table wasn't quite ready yet, but that's okay because we were able to find a comfortable table in the bar very quickly. Our martinis were quite good (my girlfriend really enjoyed her Caramel apple martini), and the service in the bar was great as well. My only issue was it was pretty crowded and loud, and it was only Wednesday night. Anyway, the martinis definitely made the 10-15 minutes in the bar seem quite short. We were given quite a nice table at the window. A very nice view of Bellevue, and it was a table for four for two. Which made things more comfortable. Our service was perfect throughout the entire night. Good knowledge of the menu, some charm, left us alone to enjoy our dining experience but attentive enough to make sure we had water, bread, food cooked to order, etc. My girlfriend ordered the Filet while I had the Rib Eye and Lobster. The steaks are definitely what you expect from a prime steak restaurant. Tender, juicy, huge cuts of meat goodness. I will say though that my steak (and lobster) dinner was more memorable at Daniel's Broiler than Jak's, Met Grill, and Morton's. I will also mention that their Lobster Bisque is the BEST Lobster Bisque I've ever had. They even go so far to bring you your bowl with the pieces of lobster in it, then pour the bisque on top to prove show there really is chunks of lobster in it. Going to Daniel's Broiler is definitely not on the cheap side, but it is an experience perfect for special occasions or you just feel like treating yourself to a amazing steak dinner. The food, service, atmosphere, ability to make reservations, and free and easy parking just make Daniel's Broiler IMO the BEST Prime Steakhouse in the Seattle-area. ~G

    (5)

  • Kathryn Z.

    Where do you go for a very special occasion with a classy setting, great food and wine menu, excellent service, view, music, that's always dependable? The Gold standard.. Daniel's Broiler! Dr. & Mrs. Hodges

    (5)

  • Innochka B.

    I love these guys, The food is grand and exceptional.

    (5)

  • Steve M.

    twice, I have ordered the new York steak (my favorite cut), and twice I have received a charred outside with the apology that it is necessary to get medium rare. This is charred, tasting Like charcoal, not the appropriate searing. Additionally, every time I have ordered medium rare, the cut has been cooked to a medium. I brought this up when asked to cut into the steak, but the waiter was dismissive. I also ordered a beer to be brought out with my steak, which I never received. The only redeeming quality is that the prime rib has been excellent every time I have ordered it. But that does not excuse the poor quality on other cuts and poor service at the price point demanded.

    (1)

  • Sandra Y.

    HH in Bellevue with the girls . . . where to go.. where to go.. Ever since the restaurant craze took over Bellevue, this is always the dilemma we face when meeting in Bellevue for HH. No complaints here - I'd rather have more options than the not-as-expansive options of Southcenter. This time we chose to check out Daniel's Broiler's Vintage Lounge - located on the 21st floor of the Bellevue Place building, Daniel's Vintage Lounge promises gorgeous views, and they definitely deliver. On a gorgeous sunny day the best spot is mos def the patio. On not-so-hot Seattle weather days, enjoy the Grand Piano turned bar table. The HH features half price apps and drink specials. As a non-red meat eater, I can say I was delighted with the options available to me. Girlfriend and I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna, Bacon Wrapped Scallops, Jumbo Prawn Cocktail and my personal fave: Oysters on the Half Shell. Three drinks later, our meal (including tip) came out to $60. Definitely not the most inexpensive HH I've been to, but absolutely worth the value.

    (5)

  • Kendall S.

    My boyfriend and I went for a late night drink and appetizer after working a casino gig. We found 2 chairs near the end of the bar, ordered drinks and grilled scallops wrapped in bacon. The food was fantastic! It was perfectly cooked, juicy and succulent. The bartender was friendly and timely. A little pricey, but I'll definitely return for a late night snack and a drink.

    (4)

  • Celine D.

    Had : * 8oz Fillet Mignon * Truffle fries * Bacon wrapped scallops * Cream spinach * 16oz Prime Rib Daniel's Broiler did live up to my expectations for a good steakhouse. Though it was a Sunday night and the weather was terrible, Daniel's Broiler was filled up with crowds, therefore getting a little bit noisy. I was seated near the bar (?) there were people who were pretty loud so ask them to sit you somewhere further away. But these little minor details didn't disrupt the good time I had in Daniel's Broiler due to the food they served. Simply excellent.

    (4)

  • Tee Q.

    My husband and I were celebrating both of our birthday so we decided on Daniel's in Bellevue located on the 21st floor of the Hyatt. We were seated right away, The staff were extremely friendly. Our waiter was very attentive and courteous. We ordered the calamari for our appetizer which was delish! Delicately fried which made it tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside. We were a little blown away by the price of the steaks. My husband had the Top Sirloin and I ordered the Grilled Garlic Chicken with mash potatoes. They must have mistaken my husband for a cow by giving him a 'salt lick' disguised as a steak. My chicken was a cousin to the salt lick! No kidding, this bird was SALTY. Though, I really enjoyed the mashed potatoes. We definitely enjoyed the view (at least I did) seeing that we were seated by the window. My husband got to enjoy the view of the wall (LOL) though I got to enjoy the entire view of Seattle...beautiful. We were pleased with the ambiance and service but not as impressed with our orders.

    (2)

  • Roger B.

    Oysters on the half shell - fresh and tasty. Spinach salad with nicely toasted pecans. 14oz ribeye - unexpectedly tough and chewy. Lamb chops - tender and flavorful...and big. Zinfandel and malbec nicely accompanied the food. What a view!

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Sure, you go to Daniel's expecting a fantastic steak. And that is exactly what you get. But the jaw dropping moments start long before the steak arrives. The night pretty much played out like this. Wow, this is a fast elevator. Wow, check out that view. Wow, this bread is awesome! Wow, these teriyaki filet mignon steak strip appetizers are incredible! Wow, our waiter somehow learned our names and kept them straight all night (party of 7). Wow, that is a big steak (20oz Daniel's Delmonico). Wow, this steak is delicious. And finally... wow, look at that bill! Not exactly the type of place you put on the weekly rotation (although happy hour drinks and appetizers could remain affordable), it is definitely a go-to place for special occasions.

    (5)

  • Robert K.

    One of the better steakhouses I've been. The filet mignon was fantastic and more on the "salty" side which I actually enjoy quite a bit. Overall, it was a great restaurant, food, taste, etc. Naturally it's pricey but so are other steakhouses in the area so I give it the full 5. Disclaimer: I haven't tried the newer steakhouses in downtown Bellevue and it's possible that it could beat Daniels but until then....

    (5)

  • jamie a.

    Certainly not great for the price. Have had so much better. A 69.00 filet better be perfect and it's just not. Prime Rib wasn't outstanding and sides were medicore at best.

    (3)

  • Corrine C.

    After dinner out, we decided to continue our fun evening by going to another restaurant for dessert. Little did we know we were out during the same evening as prom night. Every place we looked into was packed full of high schoolers. We called ahead to check on the availability for a table for 11 and Daniels came through for us! Desserts were huge - definitely recommend sharing... yum!

    (4)

  • Jim G.

    We sat in the bar area, but it was great. Lounge lizard pianist, great service and amazing appetizers. (Sorry, no dinner ordered). It was a bit expensive - but for a once in a while time with friends, pretty great.

    (4)

  • Eric K.

    I have only been here for happy hour in the lounge they have towards the back of the bar. And to be honest I am not sure if I will ever have dinner here. But man was the happy hour incredible. I didn't end up having any drinks but some friends did and they all looked incredible. The food was amazing though. We had the filet mignon steak strips, oysters, calamari, popcorn shrimp, ahi tuna, scallops, and more. My favorites were the filet mignon, ahi tuna (make sure to have the avocado and sauce in your bites), and the scallops. I enjoyed the rest but those were the standouts for me. Our server was great and did a good job of putting up with our group of mostly drunk, crazy Yelpers. And on top of that the room was so comfortable and had a cool view towards the Bravern. On the downside the room was cold and man was the main bar packed with older men trying to pick up on any lady in the place. But we were mostly isolated from that being back in the lounge. The prices are also not cheap even at happy hour but it is definitely worth it if you have the money to spend.

    (4)

  • Alan S.

    I have been here for both dinner and happy hour. I had a great experience both times. I went to dinner with my gf for our anniversary. The food was delicious and well made. Girlfriend had the lobster tail and salmon; and it was made heavenly. The view was great since the restaurant is on the 25th floor. Our server suprised us with a desert at the end because he asked us if we are dining for a special occassion. Happy hour was fantastic. Great prices, good food, and live piano. I loved the patio with the heaters. Pro: atmosphere, food, service, classy Con: price, but thats expected. Be prepared to spend some $$

    (5)

  • AeroEngineer A.

    I was dressed up for a work event and when we got done I was super hungry and thought why not. I had been recommend the place by some waitress at another restaurant, so I took the elevator to the 21st floor of the Hyatt and walked in. WOW, I like this place. Great views of DT Bellevue out on the patio off the bar. Plus great sites in the bar area. They obviously hire attractive female staff and they dress nicely. How they serve all night in heels I have no clue. But I chose to sit at the bar as it was a Friday night and a beer and a steak sounded outstanding. My bartender was very knowledge able and made some great recommendations. I highly recommend the prawn cocktail. It has avocado in the cocktail sauce and it was amazing. I ordered the prime rib shortly after and was served right away (5 Min's) It was a little concerning that you get your $50 steak with in 5 mins of ordering it. Was it someone Else's? But my shock was obvious and the bartender came up and explained to me that they oven bake all their steaks to "MEDIUM" and then according to how you order it they just grill it real quick to heat it up and throw on some grill marks. Never less the steak was amazing and the mashed potato's were really good as well. The drinks are a little expensive but if that is a problem I would recommend not going to a place like this. If you are poor, eat at home. From the good food and drinks to the bombshell waitress to the COUGs hanging at the bar milking martini's hoping to meet some millionaire to the 50 yr old that walked in with 2 twenty somethings on his arm. Daniels Boiler is a good place even if you just like to people watch.

    (5)

  • P P.

    As a vegetarian, I already knew I was in the wrong place. However, I was there with a party. The server was such a douchebag about my diet choice, and the one main course item they serve (pasta alfredo) taste awful. Granted, I realize I am not your audience, but I am a paying customer. It was a really embarrassing experience and I did not appreciate it.

    (1)

  • Christine O.

    I'm just going to be honest. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars is because the price really seems a tad over done. I know they have fantastic food, but I think they are going a little nuts. I will say though that I have always had fanastic service while seated in the bar area. Anyone who wants to splurge a little should certain take time to check it out. Great views, great food and their Erath Pinot Nior is to die for!

    (4)

  • tahira n.

    it was the day of my wedding anniversary, and my husband and i went out to dinner at DB. We ordered steak - i ordered a medium well steak. 1st time when they brought it, it was too well done - charred completely. i asked the waitress to get me another, 2nd time, very very pink from the inside... by this time my husband was nearly done eating his meal... 3rd time FINALLY they brought it just right. It was most disappointing to me... knowing this place is KNOWN for its awesome steaks, and i am a huge steak lover, this was a horrible experience. the customer service was not great either - waitress looked super irritated and dint apologize. ugh. it was bad. never again.

    (1)

  • Keith B.

    Debated giving a 3, but the food was good enough for a 4. Service was all over the board though. No menu, then only 1 brought out to share. No water despite asking. Beer wasn't topped off. Slow to return. Etc etc. Maybe it was because it was happy hour? Regardless, the food was great!

    (4)

  • Shane M.

    This is the place your boss takes you for a job well done. A place to bring a client. A great spot for date night. The food is steakhouse 101. Nothing new, but everything is done right. The service is top notch. The view is... Urban. Nice at night.

    (4)

  • Monique A.

    I always get the best service! today our waitresses was Kelly , we are sitting in the bar. She gave us the best service ever & she's a very pretty girl we have a seat by the window in the bar overlooking Bellevue and we can see downtown Seattle! Fillet is always cook to perfection I like my fillet medium , when it comes out it still has a touch of a pink inside! Very pretty girls as waitress and the best food ever!!!

    (5)

  • Francisco D.

    The place is awesome the service is great! I ordered the bone in rib eye and was less then impressed, for my taste it was burned on the outside. Waiter said that was their signature method of grilling them. He offered to bring me another one but I knew it was going to take too long. Next time I go I will specify not to charbroile my steak.

    (3)

  • Sarah M.

    My husband and I came to Seattle/Bellevue to celebrate our anniversary. We had a wonderful day and planned on ending it with a romantic dinner at Daniel's. Our reservations were for 8pm. When we reviewed the menu we saw all the steak portions were well over 14 oz and decided on appetizers and desert due to it being so late. When we ordered the waiter seemed incredibly annoyed. He didn't smile once and sighed at us often. The food was fabulous. But due to the service, I doubt we'll be back.

    (2)

  • Charlee S.

    I'm a regular here, and everyone that works there are nice to me, they know me and the bar tenders know me as well my regular drink. Their food is superb, as always, I used to enjoyed everytime I go, either to dine, drink, or having happy hour. Only downside, that I kept experiencing...#1 issue: their piano table, seem to always get filled, with screaming, drunk, white ladies, and singing white folks that failed at either the Voice, or American Idol audition! #failure #holyshit Anyway, #2 issue: granted, it's a movers and shakers, type of venue, everyone there seem to be in their best outfit, and letting the cougars hunting begin. Which is fine, but it gets packed with them, eyeing on the young cubs, and they never seem to leave, for other patrons to sit in after they're done! #CougarsClub #OldHags #3 issue: their lounge room, in the back...ALWAYS filled with movers and shakers, they seem to give these look, I can't seem to get, their bar tenders are worse than the ones outside. I wish the managements will take a better control of these issues, as I used to come here every Thursdays and Saturdays, it is always busy, but, it used to be under control. I stopped going, cause all the Cougars and old men never leave, and the screaming gotten louder, yet, this venue isn't fun for the early 30s or 40s anymore. Otherwise, I would've given them a 5 star. Mind you, I live in Seattle, I could just go to the one on SLU, but the parking is crappy, and it's in the middle of that Mercer mess, among other constructions. Anyway, hope you guys will do something, to allow the younger crowd to enjoy the same experience again. Thanks for your time reading, if management does read this. #foodporn #FailedService #love #food #BellevueSnobs #CougarsClub #OldHags #loveit #thankyou #goodcompany #awesomeness

    (3)

  • bruce s.

    I'd go 4 1/2 stars. As good as a steak house gets. My ribeye was killer. Side dishes were exceptional including creamed spinach and sautéed mushrooms. Caesar salad one of the best I can remember. Our hot chocolate on a cookie dough was to die for. Service top notch.

    (4)

  • Lynne G.

    Hate to say anything negative, especially about a place that used to be great. Food, service, and venue have all gone downhill while prices have climbed. If you're up for paying over $50 for a filet mignon that's no better than a steak from The Keg, you might like this place. Made a reservation for an early dinner two weeks in advance and got an awful table with no view. After protests on the table and waiting another 10 minutes, we got a booth that had a semi view. If you want the prime rib they highlight on the menu (which we specifically came for) you had better get there when the doors open because they told us they were out because "we only make one prime rib roast" each night. Salads were subpar to what you get in a good restaurant. They got the bill wrong, too. Really bad evening considering what we paid. So sad. This place used to be really nice.

    (1)

  • Grayson S.

    I came here with my girlfriends grandmother and aunt, it took us a while to order, but it didn't matter because this was the best service I have ever received. Waiter took time before interjecting when he approached the table and was very gracious with my girlfriends grandmother throughout the meal. The food was standard, but the service was A+ and I really appreciate that. Wonderful experience, worthy of a top score.

    (5)

  • Joel N.

    Great views. Unbeatable service. Unmatched hor dourves. Great food. Don't miss happy hour. PSYCHE!!!! No happy hour pricing. They pretend like they have happy hour but basically EVERYTHING is at full price. But their OTHER locations have happy hour pricing. Pathetic deception ruined an otherwise perfect "happy hour".

    (1)

  • William C.

    The Halibut was bland and flavorless and the peppercorn added no flavor to it. The New York was charred way too much and not enjoyable. The only highlight was the bacon wrapped scallops.

    (2)

  • Adrienne H.

    After many trips to John Howie Steak as well as El Gaucho Bellevue - I have decided that the area's BEST happy hour is Daniel's! Howie had my heart with the great $5 wine and the best burger ever (still is btw!), but Daniel's just stole it with their seafood-centric happy hour menu that is a STEAL. The seared ahi tuna, tenderloin strips, oysters and artichokes were amazing and a lot of bang for our buck - but Daniel's - you had me at "Crab Legs".... which are not on the happy hour menu, but worth the $17 when you consider what a great deal you are getting on everything else! I also enjoy that ALL of their wines are 1/2 off by the glass, which almost left me indecisive! Fantastic service by Ryan, Lacy and Manager Jeff - I can't wait to bring my friends back! Happy Hour is 4-6:30, but get there early otherwise you'll be standing!

    (5)

  • Patrick G.

    I'm torn on this review. The atmosphere is great and service is just as good. My only complaint about the service is it seemed the waitstaff would "disappear" at times. It took a while to get dessert, it took a while to get our checks. We were there for about 3 1/2 hours. The porterhouse was great! I really like how they will cut an order in half, double it, whatever you want, they will do. I thought that was cool. It's expensive. If you don't mind hanging out for a while, and you have the dough to drop, it's not bad. Don't know that I would go again unless my company gives me another gift card.

    (3)

  • Brian C.

    It has been some time since I have been to Daniels. It has improved quite a bit. Same nostalgia that it has always had. The food although pricey as I mentioned before it has improved to me. I had the Porterhouse. I had enough left over for a whole second and possibly third meal. Lobster mashed potatoes are just insane. They have some new bread that is almost croissant like with a long section of butter...nice touch and for an appetizer we had fried artichoke hearts with a garlic tarter sauce. They were good. The dessert though was so damn good. The cheesecake. It came with biscotti, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries with a sauce and a touch of whip cream. So perfect. The service was great, the wine, everything. You can expect to spend about $200-$300 on up for two people.

    (5)

  • Vanessa L.

    Amazing food! The only thing I can complain about this place is the hostess. Boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner. It was my third time at DB but the first time to the Bellevue one. Our reservation was at 7 so we arrived right on time. Instead of sitting us right the way, we waited another 10-15 mins. The hostess wasn't very friendly and looked kinda pissed off. My bf requested window seats when he made the reservation but the hostess was like "well window seating is not guarantee". Other than the unfriendly hostess, everything else was perfect! Bf got the veal which was very juicy and tender and I got the 13 oz lobster which was pretty good. Our waiter brought me their birthday dessert which was very sweet of them, too bad I don't eat chocolate so I only had the ice cream, but my bf loved the chocolate cake. Will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Sean C.

    I've been here several times with the family who are huge steak eaters. When I'm here, I'm having the USDA prime filet mignon (~$44 for a 9oz cut.) Once when I was here, the waiter claimed that some of the other high end steakhouses here only use choice grade beef for the filet mignon, a claim I could not substantiate, but after he pointed this out, I did notice on JaK's menu online that while certain cuts explicitly say "prime," the filet does not. That said, I couldn't really tell the difference between the filet at Daniel's, JaK's, El Gaucho or Metropolitan Grill - they're all excellent. One thing I appreciated here is that after bringing the filet to the table, the waiter explicitly had us cut into our meat and shone a flashlight to make sure we were all satisfied with the preparation before leaving the table so we wouldn't have to chase him down if something was wrong - I have had it correct more often than not, and they were quick to rectify it if the meat was rarer than requested. Additionally, the coconut fudge sundae (~$8), which is just ice cream covered in the two namesakes of the dessert, is excellent for a sweet tooth. The primary reason to choose Daniel's for dinner over its competition is the view. At the top of the Bellevue Place in downtown Bellevue, the skyline is impressive and has a romantic feel that few restaurants in this area can match. Despite no explicit dress code and the fact that I do see people in jeans, most people are dressed, so dinner here is a good excuse to break out your jackets and dresses if that's your thing. If your significant other/spouse likes steak, this would be a good place for an anniversary dinner, but otherwise it's so pricey that unless you're regularly swimming in a pool of gold coins like Scrooge McDuck, JaK's (specifically the Issaquah location) is a much better option for the same quality food, especially if you're bringing the kids or you don't want the perpetual business dinner crowd around.

    (3)

  • Julianne T.

    What a view! The food is good too, but...what a view. The service is fine. I really enjoy being there when they have live, piano music, and the sun is going down. While even their happy hour is pricey, it's well worth it.

    (4)

  • Jason R.

    I walked into this place, on the 20th floor of the Hyatt, and was met by a beautiful view and more beautiful views. This is the spot for the popular crowd. I was there for a meeting, with more than 50 there for dinner. The meal was a filet mignon (not my favorite cut). Nevertheless, even with a large dinner crowd, they nailed it. Daniel's Broiler is smokin.

    (5)

  • Jayme C.

    I used to frequent this place weekly for happy hour, then they up'd their prices. :-( The steak strips and popcorn shrimp were my favorite! If you are okay with a bit pricier menu items, then head here after work.

    (4)

  • Bryan J.

    I admit it I am a bit of a snob when it comes to going to the east side to do anything! And i often tell my east side friends that they are rude for choosing to live on the other side of the water, but if you have to go to the east side do yourself a favor and at least make a pit stop to Daniels for Happy hour. $5 dollar manhattans great appetizers at a reasonable price and a top shelf staff!!

    (4)

  • Jonathan E.

    i only had a beer, but it seemed like a great spot. favorite for locals. seems like a good date venue. +1 for a classy environment. i was under-dressed but treated the same. +1 for quick service. since we just had beer at a table, she didn't pester us every 5 minutes, which was nice. +1 for a great view. 21st floor, as i recall? +1 for having live music. +0 for the live music being a piano man. -1 for the piano man singing "piano man" +1 for the piano man being tasteful and not distracting recommended. might be a bit pricey.

    (4)

  • Ti B.

    Things are looking up....yay! After chillin all day in the warmth away from the crazy weather of Seattle...we ventured to Daniel's. Oh what a delight. We sat in the bar table area next to a window that had a fantastic view. We arrived around 5pm and to our surprise, it was happy hour! Half priced apps and wine....oh yeah baby! So I enjoyed a few glasses of Malbec, crab legs, popcorn shrimp, teriyaki filet, and oysters. It was honestly the best moment I had in Washington. I sat there with this beautiful man and a great view. We talked about everything...friends, music, cell phones, each other...it was just magical. I wish there was a place like that here in LA. A great view with unbeatable prices. So my travels have been tough, but things are looking up...way!!!! up!!!

    (5)

  • Shert J.

    We LOVE Daniel's, it is our favorite high end steak house. Maybe that's because we have not been to any of the others (Metropolitan Grill, El Gaucho, etc.) for quite some time. But no need, as we get everything we want and expect at Daniel's. Which is: you pay a lot of $$, but you get excellent service and they know their way around a cow (or a lobster, or a salmon). The steaks are absolutely superb and perfectly cooked to your taste. The garlic mashed potatoes (or lobster mashed) are heaven! Yum!!! We do not like to dress up, and have eaten here in our 'good jeans" and shirts just one step up from a Tee shirt, but no big deal, and we were treated just as wonderfully as any other patron. The atmosphere feels sexy and sophisticated. The view from the 25th floor is fabulous, all the sparkling lights and in the daylight you might catch a mountain view. Bacon wrapped scallop appetizer is an absolute FAVORITE! Also love ANY of their desserts. This place is pricey, so not somewhere to et just any old day of the week... but when we have a special event (or when my Mother in law vists and is paying), this is the place to go! Have not even tried their Happy Hour yet, but I plan to soon!

    (5)

  • Douglas C.

    Great happy hour! It can get crowded, so head for the hidden back room that I believe used to be for smoking. Its much more subdued where you can wind down after work. The ahi tuna is to die for.

    (5)

  • Manda S.

    Are you kidding me that I have never written a review for Daniel's? The most. amazing. steak. ever. The perfect dining experience at Daniels includes - a) plenty of the delicious, warm crusty bread that they provide; b) an AMAZING caesar salad (seriously amazing); c) the New York steak (though my husband would claim the filet is best), with the garlic mashed potatoes and broccoli; d) always, ALWAYS leave room (or, stuff it in anyway) for the Valrhona chocolate cake. e) Feel free to die of happiness.

    (5)

  • Layla G.

    We were looking for a special place to take my mother for her 80th birthday. The concierge at her building recommended Daniel's Broiler for its combination of good food and impressive view. We had a reservation but still had to wait 10 minutes to be seated. The view...hmmm. Well, at night, it was not a stunning vista of mountains and water, which I understand you can see during the day. At night, it was more urban. You could see the grid pattern of the streets below and there is a remarkable sense of openness. For those who care about such things, the tables are made from granite, so no tablecloths. This doesn't bother me or my husband, but my mother is old-school and she was taken aback by it. (To her age group, a special occasion merits an upscale venue which is identifiable by its linens.) I was taken aback by the menu. Not by the prices - I'd been prepared for that. It was the lack of creativity. As I perused the appetizers, I kept looking for something inventive. Some unusual method of prep or some intriguing combination of ingredients. There wasn't any. Just run-of-the-mill selections (prawns, calamari, oysters, scallops, crab legs) prepared in a straightforward manner. I turned my attention to the main course. It didn't shock me that the surf 'n turf special, Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail, was $99. It did shock me that it didn't come with a potato or a vegetable. If you wanted either of those, or both, it was extra. And odd because the other steak entrees, like my husband's Prime Rib ($51), came with a baked potato. When Mom ordered the asparagus, the waiter explained that it served 2 and, no, she couldn't get a single serving. I knew she was going to dwell on this, so I quickly offered to share it with her. Our appetizers arrived, fried calamari ($13) and prawn cocktail ($16) and they were unremarkable. Mom's green salad ($9) was also quite ordinary.On to the main course. Here is where Daniel's excelled. It was one of the best Filet Mignons that I've ever had. My husband's Prime Rib was equally succulent. My mother had no complaints, a rarity, until she realized halfway through her dinner that they forgot to bring her asparagus. The waiter checked his notes and admitted that he forgot to put in the order. He offered to put it in right away, but cautioned us that it wouldn't be ready for another 15 minutes. Mom was getting full by now so she decided to just skip it. She did have room for dessert. Again, there was't a lot of creativity shown in the dessert menu: cake, ice cream, sorbet, cheesecake, fruit tart, creme brûlée. They ran around $8-$9. Mom and my husband opted for the creme brûlée. Both had eaten ludicrous amounts of this dessert when in Paris, and they have become quite discriminating. Daniel's brûlée measured up: the custard was cool and firm while the carmelized sugar was hard, crisp and still a little warm from the blow torch. My fruit tart was juicy and the crust was light and flaky. It looked like we were going to end our Daniel's experience on a high note. Then the check came. As I was trying to calculate the tip, I noticed that we had been charged for the asparagus which never arrived. Then I noticed that we'd also been charged for 3 cups of coffee which we never even ordered. When my husband asked the waiter to remove those items from the bill, he said "It's barely $20, and I'll have to explain about why you cancelled the asparagus." I had a hard time believing he was going to get reprimanded for losing an order for a $9 item. I would think the management would be more upset about customers being charged for coffee they never ordered. As for me, I simply wasn't going to pay for something I didn't get. (It's not the money, it's the principle.) So, I gave him a choice: he could either take $18 off the check or I could subtract $18 off of his tip. He decided to take the money off the check.

    (3)

  • Walter P.

    Great steaks, excellent service, beautiful views of Lake Washington and the Seattle skyline. It's an expensive night but worth it for a special occasion.

    (5)

  • Anna W.

    As I walked in on a Friday nite after a long day of shopping in Seattle. this is a party place going on.. music/bar on the right and with dining area on the left. The view on every single table overlook the whole Belleuve. All the steaks are USDA and is the best I ever have amount all the great steakhouse. Service is attentive and amazingly fast to my surprise (this is Washington not LA lol) and the waiters are all very good looking (ain't it supposed to be just the Hollywood thing)... But if you are out of towner like me, the direction as of Bank of America Tower is actually a bit confusing, and there is no physically signate outside as you drive around in circle, tired, frustrated and hungry and trying to look for it... oh well.. its always the first time

    (5)

  • Katie K.

    This place knows steak. I had the best steak I've ever eaten here last February. I ordered it medium rare, the way all steaks should be ordered and they delivered me the most beautiful, tender and melt -in-your-mouth piece of cow EVER! The seasoning was perfect, everything about it was perfection. My husband and I also received the best service ever. We had made reservations and were referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Keeton. The waiter talked just enough but not too much, he made excellent wine recommendations to go with our meals also. I am looking forward to my next perfect steak at Daniel's Broiler.

    (5)

  • Andy A.

    Been here probably 20-30 times. Since having 4 kids been a while since I've been there. Wife's steak was awesome, mine was weak. Not that anyone would have known bc they never asked. Manager I could tell was a pushover. His butt in our face sucking up to a regular, not even a hello to us behind him. Service in the bar was great who got the same tip for a 20.00 tab as the server did for a 150.00. Wanted to order more, would have sent back my under seasoned 50.00 steak but nobody cared to ask. Service has gone down. Next time we get a night without the kids, ill go back to Ruth Chris, Eric my favorite waiter, or El Gaucho.

    (1)

  • Matt S.

    Great happy hour! Really nice selection of appetizers (mostly protein tho) and a good selection of wine by the glass (half off). The bartender was really great and we had a really enjoyable time, I will definitely be going back again - MUCH better than other nearby happy hours IMO. I've gone for dinner in the past as well, but wasn't blown away - everything was very good though.

    (4)

  • Aaron W.

    Daniel's Broiler is an absolutely fantastic restaurant. I have been there countless times and have always had a superb experience. From the food to the service- the ambiance and the view- Daniel's is a top-notch restaurant. Whenever I have a special occasion that I wish to celebrate, Daniel's is the first place that comes to mind. And the happy hour there is second to none.

    (5)

  • Gregory L.

    Daniel's Broiler is one of the few places I think of when I want a TRULY fine dining experience. This is however, a five star rating for their happy hour as I think no other happy hour comes close as far as pricing, food quality, and ambiance. When there's a place to sit down, service is always friendly and speedy. I consider the food quite high end as there are fresh items like large scallops, filet mignon, and seared ahi tuna that is always well prepared and presented. Bacon Wrapped Scallops: 5 - Stars One of two things that keep me coming back. The scallops are seared on a grill, wrapped in bacon, and placed on small pieces of toast with sprigs of parsley resting on thin layer of sumbuca butter. The scallops are large, meaty, and go great with the salty bacon and crispy toast whose bottoms soak in the luscious butter until you lift it out. Seared Ahi Tuna: 5 - Stars I have to say I like this more than the bacon wrapped scallops. The tuna is VERY fresh as expected and sliced after searing. What really makes it is the shallow puddle of sesame soy oil/ponzu vinaigrette. As the tuna is a mild fresh flavor, the oil wakes it up with salt and swooshing your fork load through the elegantly placed dots of wasabi sauce spices it up. Comes with soft slices of avacado and a crispy cracker type bread that also tastes good by itself. I put the tuna, piece of avacado, and all the sauces onto a piece of cracker and eat. The flavor and texture combinations melt my heart each and every time. Filet Mignon Teriyaki Strips: 3 Stars - When there's filet mignon on the menu, I expect a DAMN fine piece of meat to be served. They are enjoyable indeed especially by my friends, but I am somewhat underwhelmed as I think it could be better executed. In a small boat-shaped dish, there are slices of filet mignon with teriyaki juice, sesame seeds, and tooth picks sticking out of several pieces. The meat can have inconsistent cooking results and end up being too tough, even for filet mignon. I may one day ask them to just cook the whole thing medium rare, add nothing to it and keep it whole!! Cheap filet mignon!! Popcorn Shrimp: 4 Stars - A 'real' version of popcorn shrimp. Large battered prawns served in a small classic popcorn container with tin foil. With the Sriracha chili sauce and lemon aioli on the side, these shrimp are properly cooked and make for a rather 'fun' dish! Crispy Fried Calamari: 3 Stars - Don't get me wrong, it's pretty good. It's just not THAT special. The aioli they serve is good but I have certainly had better battered and fried calamari. I love this place and used to go more often, but the happy hour is from 3-6pm and makes it hard to get there in time. The 9:00pm to midnight HH is good though for a late night craving. Every time I go, I eat GREAT clean food but pay a LOW price. Not McDonald's low, but what is normally $11-16 is then $7-12. Makes it easier to get three appetizers and not hurt the wallet so badly!

    (5)

  • Darin A.

    Was taken here in jeans which made me a little uncomfortable. We stopped in for a drink and it was very good. I was impressed that the staff did not look at us strange for being dressed down, even if everyone else did. We had a great spot in the corner window. I really enjoyed my time here and would go next time on a date with my wife. I may give it a higher review if that was the case. Recommended.

    (4)

  • Bonnie B.

    As an Epicurean Member you could already tell I was going to give it 5 stars as it is one of my all-time restaurants - always perfect service, perfect quality food, and perfect atmosphere. If you're looking for a happy hour - you cannot beat the Vintage Room for either a quiet date, a boisterous small birthday or even a Sunday afternoon football game gathering. Vintage style all the way, including tables engraved with chess squares and couches made of leather that probably haven't changed from the 70's - all in all, it is a rich room. The bar is where to be seen. A live piano player and singer on most evenings - you're lucky if you can snag a spot at the table and feel included within the daily tune and drink your martini. Everyone within the bar is joyful, easygoing and laid-back. Don't be fooled by the 21st floor penthouse mentality!! Just make sure you girls watch where you step, sometimes the heels can grip on the easy smooth floor and tripping can be easy! Boy oh boy, let me tell you about the food! I apologize if you're on a budget because you might be missing out on the best food in town. Bacon-wrapped scallops, Spicy BBQ Shrimp, Filet Skewers - that's just to start! The French Onion soup and Lobster Bisque are to die for. For Entrees - you can never go wrong with a steak but my number 1 is the Lobster. I've been to the Met, to El Gaucho - nothing compares to the (cost-efficient) lobster at Daniel's!! Yum Yum.... goodness, writing this review is making me a hungry bear!! If you're looking for a fun evening out - try Daniel's. Fun, easy-going, amazing food and an enjoyable atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Vic M.

    Great food! Impeccable service. I went here with a group of 20 coworkers. Daniels always provides ample servers for a pre-planned large group. Great views of downtown bellevue and the lake. The atmosphere is upscale traditional. You will not be disappointed with the food. The bill at the end of the experience is another story.

    (5)

  • Jamie T.

    Join the Rewards Program! It is such a great deal. It costs $25 to join, but after your 3rd visit (even if it is just for a glass of wine), you get a $25 gift card. You earn points for every dollar you spend and can redeem it for a free dinner or other rewards. All of that is fine and dandy, but, the really great part of the program is that they send you a $50 gift card each year for your birthday! I've been getting them now for about 5 years. I usually stop by for happy hour when the appetizers are half-price. Everything is good -- the filet mignon bites, spicy shrimp, bacon-wrapped prawns, calamari, fried artichoke hearts, seared ahi, and more! For dinner, the steaks are excellent. One of my friends said it was the best steak he has ever had! Ever!

    (5)

  • valerie E.

    Generally a great cut of steak, but overly salty crust. Avoid the mashed potatoes, they are inedibly salty (from a girl who's eating a salted carmel as we speak), go with the baked potato. Clam chowder and salad are awesome. Wish they'd lay off the salt shaker!

    (3)

  • Rosemarie d.

    Happy Hour = awesome! 1. Half hour wine 2. Half hour appetizers. YUM. Alcohol was great. Food was delish. Yup. I'm a fan.

    (4)

  • Lisa T.

    Apparently everone and their mother comes to late night happy hour here. We couldn't find a seat...and we wandered for a while. Eventually, we were told there were additional seats in a different room - that's quieter and more loungy than where all the action is happening in the main bar (where the piano player is). We opted for the raw oysters and the steak bites. Raw oysters - definitely very tasty. But at least three of our oysters were ridiculously small and seemed like only half an oyster. I really wish we asked for replacements b/c it was hardly an oyster. The steak bites were good but not as tender as we were hoping. They were a bit tough which was really surprising considering we were at one of the best steak places in the area. The Manhattan was delish but not as "happy hour" priced as we were expecting. Overall - not that pumped about happy hour here. I'd much rather go to El Gaucho for happy hour where they have $6 manhattans or martini's and MUCH more tender steak bites (ala the tenderloin diablo).

    (2)

  • Chris H.

    I decided to take my Fiancee here for her birthday (happy hour) and we were very impressed. The view of Bellevue, the water, and the tip of the buildings in downtown Seattle were great. We enjoyed several appetizers as well as a few drinks and walked out for a reasonable price. I can't comment on dinner entrees because we only stayed for about an hour and a half. We will definitely come back when we're in the mood for doing up happy hour on the swank.

    (5)

  • Jonelle T.

    Can't say I've ever had a bad meal here. Whether it's happy hour or a private event, Daniel's always hits the mark. Fantastic service and delicious food. You seriously can't go wrong!

    (5)

  • Jen C.

    I am disgusted by the discovery we made tonight. All I have to say is 2 words that were admitted from the manager: Johnny's Seasoning. Yes, I said it. I used to have this in my pantry in college. Onto the story......my husband and I dined here to celebrate our 7th wedding anniversary. I asked our server if there was a way to have a little less salt on my steak so I could have less sodium. He said, "No problem, we can have them sprinkle a little less." I received my steak and wanted to die. It tasted like burnt bacon grease-horrible! When asked why it tasted this way I am told because I asked for less salt, it will taste like, and I quote, "rancid, burning grease". Are they serious? Who admits that? What the what? They said, "because you asked for less salt, we omit the Johnny's Seasoning Salt and it basically tastes like rancid grease. We also don't cook it the same at 1800 degrees." Why was I not told this when I placed my $47 order? I want to cry. I was so mad that it made our anniversary upseting. My husband talked to the manager and they made excuses like it was our falut. Finally we were offered a $50 gift card to make up for it, but that is weak. I can never get that night back and I still have the taste of grease on my tongue. Also, the kitchen was so noisy with pots banging and clanking that we couldn't even hear the music. They were MICROWAVING a bunch of appetizers-are you kidding? Do not go here unless you wanna party with a bunch of DB's from Belevue.

    (1)

  • Michael E.

    So it gets 4-stars, but for Bellevue it probably deserves 5, cause let's be honest it the best HH in town. It's those firkin popcorn shrimps, and those beef tips. And here's why you should be glad you read past firkin: Go to the back, the "wine tasting room." You don't have to taste the wine, but you can have a good convo with some co-workers and not be drowned out by the cougars singing along to the piano bar.

    (4)

  • Jeremy T.

    When going to a place where the bill comes to $100 a head the service and food better be worth it. I understand why most people like this place, but I am not most people. The waiter started with drinks and appetizers and the usual pre-order chatter. Which you would expect for a restaurant like this, but that was the best part of the meal. We received our drinks in timely fashion, but something was missing that we did not discover until later. We received our soups and salads via an army of servers, which is nice, but not necessary for a good grade. The spinach salad was pretty good, but have had better elsewhere and for half the price. I had the bone-in fillet mignon which was apparently a rare treat, but apparently it was a rare treat wasted. The filet was tough, crusted on the outside (I did not order this blackened) and the temp change from outside to inside tasted like it was cooked too fast and cooled too much before service. The lobster mashed potatoes were pretty good, definitely worth it, but at least it did not require butter. By the way the item we were missing with the drinks was the appetizers, well we wanted the teriyaki fillet strips, they were pretty good. Part of it was okay, but did not expect part of it to be tough as leather. At least the parking was validated for a reduced rate and I did not have to pay the bill, that was for someone else in my party.

    (3)

  • Kenichi U.

    Best stake cooked perfectly every time. Love the environment.

    (5)

  • Darlene K.

    I have been to Daniel's Broiler in both Seattle and Bellevue. Love the Seattle location. Happy Hour is awesome. Steak is good and even the roast chicken on their menu is good. Bellevue - decided to try other things on the menu, the halibut, NOT good and the Shrimp pasta dish not so much. My man had the prime rib and it was ok. Just stick with the drinks, steak and apps and you are golden. Be weary of the valet service at the hotel. They take sunglasses.

    (3)

  • Sery K.

    Their HH, and the view & bacon-wrapped scallops were the best part of my dining experience at Daniel's. I forgot who our server was but she was awesome. The live piano part was pretty cool too.

    (5)

  • Eric C.

    Great steakhouse! The service, atmosphere, views and quality cuts make for an amazing dining experience. Daniel's is a bit pricey but great for special occasions.

    (4)

  • Mary B.

    I've been here for Happy hour and Dinner. Happy hour - good value, the Ahi is great, crabcakes, satay sticks..... Drinks are pretty good. I did not like the pick up scene too much and a few really noisy customers. Service is really good. The views and bar area is wonderful. I also like that they have a private area. Dinner - Steaks are great, better than El Gaucho. Expensive but good spot for steaks. Service is generally very good no issues. Make sure you get parking ticket validated!!

    (4)

  • Patrick H.

    Steak was delicious and perfectly cooked to order. The view was spectacular and the atmosphere is great. Now that I work nearby I believe lunch will be a regular thing. The service was out of this world as well.

    (5)

  • Jennifer K.

    This is a great place for Happy Hour - their Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips are the best. The Crispy Artichoke Hearts with Hollandaise sauce are pretty good too. I've also always thought that the Spicy Barbecued Prawns looked divine, but I am allergic to any shellfish that turns red. : ( Yep, I am a cheap date. The steak here is pretty good - all Nebraska corn fed beef. And, the Daniel's Special Berries are great for dessert. The service is top notch, and Jim Washburn on the piano is entertaining and makes for a fun evening.

    (4)

  • Keane N.

    Good high-end steak house. I would give this place an 8 for atmosphere, 8 for service and 10 for food. The atmosphere and service is good, but the food is what makes this place shine. One of the best steakhouses Bellevue, this restaurant features a mixture of high-end steaks, chops and seafood with many sides served ala carte. The Happy Hour is fantastic with a wide selection of food priced 1/2 off and a daily drink special. My favorite Happy Hour dishes are the bacon wrapped scallops, popcorn shrimp, jumbo cocktail shrimp and the seared ahi. Calamari is decent and so is the filet strips. Not too crazy about the BBQ shrimp or the artichoke hearts but they're not bad either. Lastly, if you like chocolate, you MUST try the chocolate cake. Baked on order, it's more like a giant, super moist brownie served hot with Vanilla Ice Cream. Amazing. ADDED I refused to try other desserts here due to my passionate love for Daniel's chocolate cake. Recently, I wasn't in the mood for desserts so my wife ordered the peach cobbler due to a recommendation from a friend. I ended up eating 3/4's of the whole thing! Amazingly, it's as good as the chocolate cake. I wouldn't have believed it, but it's true. Also, if you're not into steaks but get dragged to this restaurant, give the Seafood Louie salad a shot. Without a doubt, it's the best seafood louie I've had. The shrimp and crab meat is so big you have to cut it to eat with the lettuce! it won't dissapoint.

    (5)

  • Kyle B.

    I don't eat red meat, but this steakhouse is in my opinion the best dining experience in Seattle. Everything is exceptional, but I frequently crave the salad with warm bacon and egg. The chicken is amazing, and how many places can you say that about? The coconut fudge sundae: perfection.

    (5)

  • Ryan d.

    Nice view, with live music in the bar area, but we didn't get a chance to experience the bar itself. Music was nice though, and we could hear it in the dining area (not too loud though). The food comes in large portions. And the steak was decent. The initial visit definitely warrants another return trip, especially to try out the happy hour that I've been hearing so much about. Oh yeah, there's a great view too.

    (3)

  • Laura B.

    We celebrate our birthday's, anniversary and special special occasions here. The view is beautiful, but I really like it on a cloudy and rainy day. The detail in Bellevue is amazing. We always get steak, which is very good ... but lately, I have found I make a decent steak so we go for other favorites. Their spinach salad, the yukon mashed potatoes, the bread with butter, the french dip, and the hamburger were all good. Their creme brulee is yummy and the coconut sundae is too! When we step it up, I get the filet mignon ala oscar. It is very yummy. When you don't have steak, it is very affordable :o). Cheers!

    (4)

  • Tialen K.

    Fantastic Happy Hour Typically very good steaks However, in the dinning room, I consistantly receive mediocre service... and this last time around the cooking of our doublecut ribeye was terrible. The crazy thing is that our server just seemed totally out of touch, we had to send a steak back 3x and then we just gave up because it was terrible. After I was finally fed up, and gave him a piece of my mind about how the evening had gone, they were gracious enough to comp the entire bill -- cudos for that And also, in their defence, that same doublecut ribeye was absolutely fantastic a couple months ago when we had it. Overall, I think it is one of the best steak houses around, but I still have never had a server I have really liked there..

    (4)

  • Cathy B.

    We have been going to Daniel's for years. It was our go to place for that special night out indulgence and we have always enjoyed the food, service and ambiance of the place. Since it was our anniversary, I made a reservation noting the special occasion and requesting a window seat. We got the reservation at the time we wanted and were excited about the prospect of going. We arrived a bit early so we went into the bar and ordered a drink. I was surprised that the bar was so empty but then I figured that was due to it being a Monday and the weather was so nice. As soon as we sat down, the hostess came and got us saying our table was ready. She led us to a table for two crammed in a corner next to a corner. No one was at the other 2 tables. It looked like we were sitting in part of the kitchen which, unfortunately, turned out to be true. Before we could comment, our server was there and tried to downplay the area instead getting our orders going and chatting. To make a long story short, we spent a very uncomfortable time watching servers running to and fro as it turned out our table was at the bottom of the ramp used to access the patio. There was a drink station along the opposite wall which was in constant use...our conversation was punctuated with clanging, banging, and clinking and the constant interruption of servers racing to and from the patio. What should have been a nice celebration of a our special occasion turned into a nightmare. Finally, we had enough and cut our meal short and left. Shame on you Daniel's for the shabby treatment....we will never step foot in your restaurant again.

    (1)

  • Ashley A.

    If I'm having a bad day all I need to do is head on over to Daniel's for Happy Hour...order the Teriyaki Glazed Steak Strips w/ a side of Garlic Mashed Potatoes and the fabulous BBQ Prawns, and a big glass of wine....and magically everything is right with the world again... I know Daniel's has a reputation for being expensive but at happy hour it is completely reasonable. The lounge area is amazing...it's like being at home watching TV but having the most delicious food ever served to you. I really wish they would let me live there!

    (5)

  • Janny W.

    Came here for Happy Hour with a party of about 9. The drinks I ordered were pretty expensive--$17.50 for 2 Midori Sours and $10.00 for a Lemon Drop! It has been a while since I had such expensive drinks... A few of us shared the Calamari and Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips. The Calamari was fine; it came with both cocktail and aioli sauces, but the Steak Strips were not very exciting. They were bite-sized chunks of beef in a pretty flavorful teriyaki sauce, however, I felt they were a bit dry. I didn't have any, but the BFF had a piece of the Bacon Wrapped Scallops and raved about it. Though it was initially pretty hard to order food, service was good. Our waitress was great at keeping the drink orders straight and refilling waters.

    (3)

  • Mat W.

    So I finally snagged a dinner here on Friday, and I can't think of anything about it that was short of excellent. They do have a great steak. Juicy, charred, crisp, but tender to the center. Full of flavor! Appetizer (steak strips) were SUPER juicy/flavorful. (I was hell bent on having a ton of meat here!) Service was great. Waiter seemed a bit new, but he was very nice and took care of everything which needed to be attended to. Bill was pretty astronomical. But, I guess you have to account paying for those little extras.

    (5)

  • Karen Y.

    Mmmmm...Daniel's steak strips...Ooooh....gorgeous view I'm reviewing purely for happy hour. Come early and come hungry! Claiming a table is hard with or without the view. My friend and I sat down in a table for four and then a couple came by later to ask if they could sit with us. That didn't bother us at all but just heads up for those that may want some privacy.

    (4)

  • Gavin M.

    We had Stephanie as our server and the service was outstanding. She shared with us the the tomato and onion with blue cheese appetizer was still available but not on the menu. We chose to share it and we where glad that we did because it was a monster. For entrees we ordered the rib eye and the Delmonico (bone-in new york) with potatoes and the spinach side. The food was spot on, exactly as ordered. The steaks were flavorful and succulent. Oh yes, the wine, we just went with their house wine, Hedges. I think this is the only place where ordering the house wine is not life threatening.

    (4)

  • David A.

    Holy cow this place is expensive. I was taken twice by a friend, a very good friend. Dinner was great. That was a given. The place has great steaks. What I was surprised about was the bar. Great bar with the "pretty people" of Washington. This is where the ladies get to wear the cocktail dress. Service was great.

    (4)

  • Mae M.

    This is such as posh place to be with your girlfriends! OR a very elegant bar with your guys. My best friend loved the shrimp Popcorn! I personally loved the steaks and the Ahi tuna from the happy hour menu. The private room in the back is a great place to celebrate your birthday or any celebration with your special people! It's not a place to pick up dates but it is a great place to enjoy yourselves and feel like you are in a waaay more expensive restaurant. The view is amazing and the dimmed lights all add up to a very nice, private, or romantic time. Go to their happy hour because it's worth it.

    (4)

  • Eric S.

    My wife and I eat at Daniels all the time. The food and service are incredible. I usually get the filet or new york steak, my wife gets one of the many seafood options. The view is beautiful too as it sits on the top floor of an office building in Bellevue next to the Bellevue Hyatt.

    (5)

  • Matt C.

    Ambiance, decor, and most of all, the food. Had a fantastic Daniel's Cut Filet Mignon. One of the best I've had.

    (5)

  • WINNIE T.

    It may not be the most affordable place to go to have a nice meal and to enjoy the view, but it is always worth it! Wish I could eat there everyday... Service is always good, even when you don't show up looking your best. They take pride in what they serve and how they serve it. Live music is an extra bonus. Did I say I LOVE the view?? :-)

    (4)

  • King C.

    Came here for happy hour last week. Amazing! Had the bacon wrapped scallops. Tender and flavorful! I was starving so I also grabbed the burger and fries. Not bad, hit the spot. I've had better HH burgers elsewhere. The fries were unnecessarily salty. Next time I come for HH, I'll skip the burgers, get the scallops again, and probably get the ahi tuna or the filet mignon bites.

    (4)

  • Ninja S.

    On the 20-something-ith floor of the big tall building across from mall-land in Bellevue is perched the Broiler of Daniel. Behold the view of the suburban wastes! Gasp upon the kingdom of Lexus SUVs and 7-series commuters. While your jaw is agape, you might as well stuff some steak in there. Daniel's Broiler isn't a top shelf steakhouse, but it's better than average by chain standards. I wouldn't spend my money here, but I would be content to eat and give expense account steak here. Nothing is objectionable, the views and service are more than adequate, but that's where it ends.

    (4)

  • Grace R.

    I think this is by far the best steakhouse and seafood restaurant you can find. You can't find better tasting or quality beef, and everything their chef prepares is 5 star. It's a fancy restaurant, but if you happen to come as you are, which I always do, I am still treated with 5 star treatment. Their views of Seattle and the Olympic Mtns, etc are excellent, their waiters and waitresses never leave you waiting for anything. They are right there, but never hanging over you. It's expensive, but would expect it to be for the quality and the amount of food you get. Places like Black Angus are fine for a dinner, but this is THE place for a special occasion, like an anniversary. It's a 5 star quality restaurant, but it also is expensive, but the perfect place for that special time you want to celebrate.

    (5)

  • A. W.

    We have been to Daniel's before and received nothing short of excellent service and good food. However, when you are a restaurant you are as good as your last meal, and our last dinning experience at Daniel's is one which we would not like to repeat. My husband made Valentine's reservations 3 weeks in advance, since the holiday fell on a Monday and we wished to eat near home. 1. We were sat at a BOOTH by the door/entrance even though our reservation specified a TABLE with a VIEW. 2. When we let the waitress know that our reservation was specific about us needing a table, she proceeded to let me know that they had over 400 guests that night, Etiquette 101 fail. We weren't there to be reminded of how many people were at the restaurant that night. We simply wished for our reservation to be honored. 3. We were moved to a table, which was not properly cleaned as evidenced by the 3 inch grease stain on the tablecloth. Not wanting to make a scene or further spoil the night, I decided to let it slide. 4. We ordered a carpaccio as an appetizer, which was not well-prepared, certain precautions need to be taken with raw meat which include not serving it on a porous surface like a hard-bolied egg. Fortunately my husband's steak was perfectly cooked, however, my lobster was way overcooked. I understand that Daniel's is a steak place, however, no restaurant should offer/serve a dish that it cannot make. 5. We ordered a creme brulee which had the texture of cottage cheese. We've had Daniel's deserts in the past and they had always been great, not this time. 6. Lastly, to top things off, our bill came with a charge for food which we never ordered. We let the waiter know about the mistake, to which he responded "No wonder your bill seemed really high." 7. We finally got the bill the second time, it was still wrong, but at least it was close enough so we paid for it as to avoid further upset on a night which was supposed to be special. On the bright side, the company was great, our bottle of wine was excellent and I doubt that Daniel's will be getting any more of our money after this terrible experience.

    (1)

  • Crispina T.

    The best place for steak. They have very good service and the view is exceptional. I love being at the top and viewing all of Bellevue and its surroundings. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. I would definately recommend place for locals and tourists. Give it try

    (4)

  • Kevin K.

    This place is a very traditional steak house. The dinner was just okay. For the price, I would rather dine at a place with a nicer atmosphere (e.g. El Gaucho, Metropolitan Grill, etc.). Back in the day, this place was a cougar hangout... but now that Bellevue has overgone a major redevelopment, there are plenty of cooler bars to hit up... so i'm sure that all the cougars have migrated over to the new plaza.

    (2)

  • Rick M.

    Very good. Service is excellent. I don't know about the piano player, but the steaks are the best. I would go with the fillet.

    (5)

  • George T.

    Excellent service, dinner was five star, wine selection was very good, view was good. George

    (5)

  • Shannon W.

    I'm not sure what I expected from this place but I came in and felt like I had been transported into an episode of murder she wrote. Older crowd, flower tapestries, marble tables... This place must have been hopping about 10 to 15 years ago along with it's clientele. I suppose there's a certain charm to that though. Steak in appetizer was really good quality and cooked perfectly. I got panchetta prawns, which I kind of regretted. I strayed away from the steaks because I'm not a huge fan and they're expensive, but then I salivated a bit when I saw the giant pile of mashed potatoes and such surrounding them... The veggies were the best part of my dinner plate, cooked perfectly and had some sort of buttery chive sauce on them. We also had a window seat, which was nice, but thrill was over in about 20 minutes. Service was good, although there were a few odd characters around. If you ever venture into this Daniel's and happen to order a Stella and find that the base of your glass is chipped, think of me... I got a little too excited?

    (4)

  • katie l.

    If you're okay with dropping a fair amount of money, then come here!! The view at the top of the Hyatt is so beautiful!! You can see all of Bellevue out to Seattle, perfect for a date and/or to watch the sunset.. Although it is pretty pricey, the food is well worth it. Sit in the lounge and you get the backround music of a live pianist... very nice, if there aren't very many people in the lounge he can be pretty comeidic as well... thats a plus when you're in a ritzy place... just be sure not to get in the way of the bellevue bitchy (over 40) babes... they'll save you for desert... and not in a good way

    (4)

  • Matthew N.

    Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Food: 3/5 The food was very good, but didn't seem too far above average. When you factor the price, it was a slight disappointment. The view was great, as was the atmosphere. One complaint about the service is that each of us asked if we could *substitute* our choice of baked or mashed potato with fries and we told "sure". Unfortunately, we weren't told that we would each be charged for a 'shareable side' price for each of them $8 each. It's not a large amount, but it was a bad final impression. Personally, I like Sullivan's Steakhouse over this one. The beef at Sullivan's is of slightly lesser quality, but in all other areas it shines.

    (3)

  • Tod D.

    I struggled with this one. Daniel's is typically a great chain with a great reputation. The view is fantastic and atmosphere is very appropriate and comfortable for a high end steakhouse. Unfortunately, our experience last week was disappointing and hopefully an unusual occurrence. In our group of 9 the server struggled. He consistently confused who ordered which dish or drink and we ended up pouring our own wine half of the time because there was nobody paying attention to it. As for the food, the seared ahi was tough and overcooked. One steak was too rare. When sent back it returned over cooked. They offered to replace it, but that would leave one person starting and finishing way after the rest of the group and at that price tag we did not expect that. On the brighter side, the lobster salad was tremendous! Overall, we would have been OK with the evening at half the price, but the reason you go to a restaurant like Daniel's is to have an impeccable experience and it just did not deliver this time.

    (3)

  • Matt Y.

    So the Daniel's brand has redeemed itself. After a lackluster meal at their Leschi location (which I Yelped @ 3 stars), the Bellevue spot is more in line with what I've heard about the place. I went for the Delmonico this time around, and the 20oz. cut was among the most flavorful steaks I've ever tasted. The marbling was so delicious, it tasted as if there was a thin sleeve of pork fat wrapped around the edge of the steak. The charbroil was perfect, and given my overcooked experience at Leschi, I was apprehensive cutting into this piece. No worrying necessary - it was decidedly MedRare and absolutely perfect. Our waiter was friendly, knowledgeable, and quite enthusiastic about our choices of local wines. It's always good to see someone enjoying their work, and it made our experience even better. Bonnie had a lobster tail that I could have sworn was the whole lobster stuffed in a tail, and it tasted as succulent as it looked. The appetizers were as solid as ever, with thick and meaty bacon wrapped scallops, and a dozen oysters on the half shell. The oysters could be considered a bit overcooked by some, but they were perfect for me. Unfortunately we didn't have time for dessert, as we were on our way to the Mariners/Yankees game, but this experience definitely brought the Daniel's name back up in my mind as a worthy stop next time I have a hankering for a good steak. I wouldn't call it "mind blowing"; I still save that for Ruth's Chris and, for the only time I've been there, El Gaucho. But this was a meal that I wont soon forget. If I could give this steakhouse 4.5 stars, I would.

    (4)

  • Helen Y.

    I was lucky enough to wine and dine on the company dime at daniel's broiler last nite. We hosted a customer event which included a seafood bar (crab legs, bruschetta, jumbo shrimp, oysters, etc.) as a starter and then a 3 course menu in a private dining room overlooking the bellevue/seattle skyline. the caesar salad was good but maybe alittle too much lemon juice for my liking. I highly recommend the filet mignon -- one of the best i've tasted! the entree is accompanied by a very generous portion of mashed potatoes and broccoli. however, the dessert sampler plate of cheesecake, creme brulee, chocolate cake, fresh berries, and chocolate covered strawberries was just ok. Definitely come here for the red meat and red wine!

    (4)

  • Michael H.

    Ok, made reservations for the anniversary dinner but didn't tell them (I'm a bit sheepish about always telling folks stuff like this). Well, I probably should of told them but did once we sat down in the bar while waiting for our table. I use to come to the bar back in the day (when the cigar bar was open) and loved it so I should probably check it out for happy hour again. Anyway, we grabbed a table with a view and waited. The hostess came over right on time with the reservation and mentioned she had a table with a great view -- whew, saved!! (ps just tell them if you have an event!!) So, our waitress was fantastic. She took very good care of us and made wonderful suggestions throughout the night. I let her know that we don't like to have huge entrees and prefer to share and eat more variety or possibly save room for dessert. No problem she says, she'll split whatever we want. We had the caviar (it was an anniversary after all) and champagne for an appetizer and split the fillet and lobster. For dessert we had this crazy chocolate dessert which I assume Valrhona cake as we just said chocolate and she said got it. No way we could make it through the whole cake so was asked to have it to go. "Apparently" she dropped it in the kitchen so she had to give us a whole brand new one to go. I thought my wife's eyes were going to pop out. Right, so the steak and lobster were totally mouth watering as well cooked perfectly. We enjoyed the wine choice verrrry much (I forget but it was a vineyard owned by the my three sons actor - McCase or something?). A fantastic evening and of course we will come back.

    (5)

  • Robert C.

    The food is ok according to its price. The environment is nice but too crowded.

    (3)

  • Joseph B.

    I used to go here all the time in the late 80s and early 90s when I worked on the Eastside. I went back last week and was amazed to find that it hadn't changed. They still have the same lounge singer, even! (His Neil Diamond and Elton John repertoire is extensive.) Seattle has no equivalent to this place - an upscale, top-floor bar. (Well, there's the Columbia Tower Club, but you have to know a member.) We used to have the Cloud Room, and now - nothing. It's annoying that whenever a new hotel opens, they put the bar on the bottom floor!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth S.

    Denny's has a better front desk and wait staff than Daniel's. The rudeness is amazing. I agree with Kevin K. about a better atmosphere and better service can be found at the Met, El Gaucho, even Morton's! For the prices being charged I expect more than a laissez-faire "I can't be bothered with you" attitude from the front desk person and a "you can eat in the back through the doors" flick of a wrist. First impressions DO count! Luckily, there are now many other restaurants in this area so it's not difficult to find one that has good food and good service.

    (1)

  • Foo B.

    If you enter the bar in the far back, they won't serve you the (already overpriced) wine options in the main bar. So I have to walk from my table to a different bartender to get the wine I really want. So I'm stuck with a very limited (and mediocre selection) of very overpriced wines, none of which I would order even if they were priced properly. Good steaks. Total fail on this second bar section. The bartenders even acknowledge it's stupid, and when you know they think it's dumb, and the customer thinks it's dumb, it's probably ...

    (2)

  • Aaron B.

    A fancy restaurant not backed up well by its service or food. The meat here is USDA prime, which is equal to larger chain steak houses, but not on par with some of the smaller steak houses in both Bellevue and the greater Seattle area. Stick with the steaks; the salmon was overly spiced and over cooked at medium rare. The rib eye was good, but I would definitely pay 20% more at a better steak house for a far superior cut of meat. The chocolate cake dessert is the way to go from the standard options, but again failed to impress. The best part is the pleasant ambiance and great views from the 21st floor. You'll definitely have a nice meal here, but at this price point I would definitely recommend you pursue one of the better alternatives in the area.

    (3)

  • Mori T.

    Ilthe service person was pushing , it not good for my steak, and restaurant is so high class but service is bad, keep pushing us to enjoy the food, first time we came here was wonderful food was good, at this time steak was small taste not good , price we are not care, however is bad, not more again

    (2)

  • Jacob T.

    Great atmosphere and view. Food is wonderful and consistent. Piano bar is nice, but can be very loud at happy hour so don't plan on conversing a whole lot unless you like to yell.

    (5)

  • Simon C.

    My girlfriend and I reserved this place for our boxing day dinner. It's my first steakhouse visit in Bellevue, so we reserved online early to have a table by the window. As expected, the hostess picked the perfect spot with a great view of Seattle and Bellevue downtown. As for our dinner, we ordered the Jumbo Gulf Prawn Cocktail, the Rib-eye, the Filet Mignon and Grilled Mushroom. The Prawn Cocktail was good, typical steakhouse style with cocktail sauce and avocado served in a cocktail glass. The only comment on the dish was the taste of the prawns could be better if they are chilled a little more. The Rib-eye and Filet Mignon dishes were the bests that I tasted in the western coast. The meat were well-aged, tender and they were cooked perfectly. I also love the potatoes that served with the dishes and they were combos with meat. As for the Grilled Mushroom, it was a little rich in taste for me, but otherwise I believe it will be a great pairing dishes. The service for our table was great and we are satisfied with the experience. We will absolutely try this place again if we visit Bellevue.

    (4)

  • Sue H.

    Went for the Happy Hour snacks and a drink. It was great the steak tidbits were wonderful and drinks great. Love going to Daniels.

    (5)

  • Yongming F.

    The best Steak I have so far. All dishes are amazing.

    (5)

  • Mags I.

    The food and service was great! Our waiter was funny, respectful of our space and extremely knowledgeable. We had the lobster and steak, such a yummy treat! They are on the expensive side so great for special occasions.

    (4)

  • Scott P.

    Went for the bar crowd. Drinks were good, food / service was not. It was late night and I cannot comment on the "Fine Dining" side.

    (3)

  • Todd F.

    Has Daniels lost their game? I am a long time, frequent, and loyal customer but the last visits have been mediocre at best; the service is excellent as always, the view is incredible, but the food is... mediocre - steaks poor quality, steaks prepared incorrectly, and drinks were just so-so. Would this be a big deal at a lesser place, perhaps not, but since steak is kinda their deal.... not great.

    (2)

  • Skng C.

    Their view is great. We had hamburger and popcorn shrimp. The food was good too. But we expected the happy hour food price but only discounts on drinks. I will visit this place again.

    (4)

  • R32 D.

    If you want hair in your food and the waiter telling you what tip amount he would like, then this is the place to go. I made the mistake of coming her for a milestone birthday. I was staying at the Hyatt, and the concierge recommended this place. Upon arrival I let the hostess know I have a reservation, and she made me wait 10 mine before setting us. I specifically asked for a table with a view, and we got a table with no view, so I asked politely to be seated next to a window, and what I got was a eye roll. The Waiter came out and recommended Lobster that was on special, and I said I don't eat Lobster, he got mad dropped the menus and left. He was gone for 15 min, then finally took our order. When our appetizer platter came the calamari had hair in it. I was grossed out. The food was over salted, something you would get at a chain place. The waiter ignored us the entire time, and when it came time to pay we asked him to box our artichoke appetizers that the concierge ordered for us, and he never did he told us we need to pay him a specific tip! I was appalled. I later asked where our receipt was, and no one knew and the manager took 15 min to bring us our boxed artichoke. Worst service. I emailed corporate and got no response. Never dinning here or recommending this place to anyone, and most likely will contact the health department, and department of licensing, because the waiter can't ask a customer for a specific tip!!

    (1)

  • M C.

    Great food and a very classy place to eat and have a great staff and the view is to kill for , and the bar sense up there is very cool with a piano player there every thing and a great happy hour

    (5)

  • Noralis R.

    I went to this restaurant for my first anniversary and they have good steak. I liked the view and the service. Very romantic and perfect to watch the sunset during summer time.

    (4)

  • Heidi M.

    Daniels is a great restaurant. The bar is good too! They have a awesome happy hour. The steaks are delicious. All the side are good. Have a nice wine selection.

    (4)

  • David S.

    I eat here every time I stay at the Hyatt. In fact, that will be happening again next week and I cant wait. The meal and service are always excellent, as are the drinks. Interestingly, I had what may be the best clam chowder I have ever eaten.... and from a steak house. Union Oyster Bar in Boston is supposed to be the high water mark of chowder, but Daniels does it much better. I could go on and on about the meals I have had there, but I wont. If you're in Bellevue, this is a great place for a nice dinner, and surprisingly reasonably priced.

    (5)

  • Erica J.

    Just OUTSTANDING! We had called last minute Friday night to see if they could accommodate a party of ten for a friends birthday because our previous venue was a complete mistake, to my surprise they were able to fit us within the hour! We get there and they take us to a private room with a gorgeous view of the city. The servers were amazing and funny and very personable, which made our night, because we started off kind of cranky from the previous place that had tried to ruin our friends birthday. The whole experience there was just Great and the food was perfect. I just want to thank you for turning our friends birthday around and making it a good memory!

    (5)

  • Angie G.

    Excellent service. Food was great! Definitely a must do if your in Bellevue. Went for our anniversary and it was perfect. Steak was perfect, exceptional wine list and very knowledgeable.

    (5)

  • Michael P.

    I've arrived at the realization that this is my favorite spot in Bellevue. Live piano six nights a week from the same guy for the last 18+ years, an all-pro wait/bar staff, killer food, the best view around, amazing liquor selection... Any place with ONE of these things would be worth visiting, and Daniel's has it all. I make every excuse I can to come here for late night happy hour, but it's also a fantastic place to "treat yoself" to a nice meal in the regular dining area.

    (5)

  • Ben B. N.

    I've eaten here more times than I'd like to admit. Due to company parties mainly. It's a good restaurant but not my #1 choice to steaks.

    (4)

  • Charlene L.

    Another place I'm shocked it's taken me this long to write a review.. Sorry Yelp.. I've been a bad girl. Daniels is dear to me.. it holds a special place in my heart. I am definitely a carnivore, and for all you steak eaters out there, this is the place to go. I've been to them all, John Howie, El Gaucho, The Met, and so on.. but for the price, quality of meat, and service, you cannot go wrong with Daniels. I honestly feel that for the pricing, it's really quite affordable. Typically, I hear my friends go to the earlier mentioned for special occasions, and although Daniels makes you feel that their treatment comes with a special price tag, it's a pleasant surprise when the bill comes, where you could make this a regular spot.. *note-not for the faint heart.* Everything ordered here is always good. But a few items always stand out to me: + Steak tartare.. one of the best you will ever eat.. + Filet Mignon.. my fav cuts! + Hearts of Palm Salad + Coconut sundae

    (4)

  • Holly H.

    Came here for happy hour. Got seated in the bar area, cause the restaurant wasn't open yet. We ordered the calamari and the bacon wrapped scallops. Calamari was pretty great. The bacon wrapped scallops were good, but kinda tough to chew. And the bread it rests on was pretty soggy/stale. The drink I got was a seasonal one and tasted pretty good and decently strong. Nice classy place to go for drinks and food! Amazing view as well BUT service and food was mediocre for the price and what I would expect from the kind of restaurant it is.

    (3)

  • Alanna M.

    I really like this location for dinner and happy hour. The bar has got the old school Sinatra feel to it. I love it's location of being on the 21st floor with beautiful views. If you go for Happy Hour I suggest going early because it's first come first serve and it can get packed. I've had to fight for tables before... waiting and have someone try to steal my table from right under my nose. When it gets really busy you can even sit at the piano. Literally using the piano as your table. During the warmer months they even open up the patio seating. The prices have increased, but I love the huge jumbo prawn cocktail. The cocktail sauce is so yummy. I totally dig the crispy artichoke hearts too. For dinner... this is my second favorite next to El Gaucho. They've got great service and the bone in filet mignon (when it is available) is pretty dynamite. They've got great sharing items for sides like the mushrooms or greens. They're pretty standard. We brought in two bottles of our own wine and they took care of us immediately chilling the white and letting the red breathe in a decanter. Parking is pretty convenient and after a certain time it's free, but they validate as well. They also offer private rooms for parties.

    (4)

  • Tango A.

    Excellent place to eat and relax. Had a 9PM Reservation for a window table, with a great view of Seattle, as requested. Everything was ready, on time for us. We arrived early, had a few drinks at the bar. There was a piano bar with a good selection of songs and the pianist had a great voice. Dinner was excellent! Steaks were cooked to perfection and they are very accommodating to patrons with food issues. I suspect the drinks are OK, not fantastic. I had a few Martinis which were not excellent, but fair. Daniel's is certainly a cut above most Seattle restaurants. I would definitely go back for dinner. I look forward to trying their happy hour, something other than a martini this time... Go there, it is certainly worth it.

    (5)

  • Chris W.

    Steaks under seasoned. I had better steaks on airplanes then this place the fact that this steakhouse is still open is a miracle. I asked for medium rare however my steak that was served was well done and beyond. I don't even know how the chef overlooked such a novice mistake. I rather walk over the the new chick-fil-a that just opens and spend my 50 bucks on actually tasty food then this glob of crap if you want 50 $ crap this is he restaurant for you.

    (1)

  • Keith G.

    Went to Danielle's broiler. Could not get two seats at the bar. Some guy, I presume to be a billionaire or somebody of importance, had his dog sitting on the bar stool that could have sat Me or my wife. Bummer! Was ready to spend some money for a nice dinner. Went across the street to another steakhouse! Delicious! This restaurant lets dogs sit at the bar. Disgusting!!!!

    (1)

  • Cassi H.

    My BF and I went in for Happy Hour, last summer. We sat out on the patio in the bar, overlooking Bellevue, I enjoyed the view. When we sat down, we waited a few minutes to be noticed by the server that was wiping down the table next to us. There was a woman sitting there at the dirty table, the young girl server, wiped the table, and some food from the table fell onto the top of her foot, which her skin was exposed (she was wearing flats) and so she took the same bar towel and wiped the top of her foot, then proceeded to finish wiping the table. I know this is a big health department "no-no" but I didn't say anything, since it wasn't my table. She finally brought us menus, but when we opened them we saw no HH menu, so she took them back and brought us the appropriate ones. We started with the Prime Filet Mignon Steak Strips, they were just ok. There were a couple of really chewy pieces. We also had the Australian Lamb Chops, they looked too rare for me, so my BF ate all of it. He said it was just ok, but rather gamey. I was still hungry, so I ordered the Salmon Cakes. They came to our table served luke warm and very bland. They desperately needed salt! But there was no salt to be found. We ordered the Key Lime Pie for dessert. The server brought us what we thought was our dessert, I picked the cookie off the top and almost took a bite, but then realized it wasn't Key Lime Pie, but Cheesecake. I took a small taste just to be sure. So when the waitress came back, we told her this, she hesitated then asked if we were sure, I told her I tasted a small bite, and it definitely was Cheesecake, so she took it away and brought us the right dessert...I've worked in the food industry for years, and I know that normally if a wrong dish is delivered to the table, you would keep this dish in addition to the correct one, at no charge. But who knows what she did with the cheesecake, maybe she took it to the correct customer or ate it in the back herself ;).... When she brought the check to us, there was no bill in the folder, so we had to wait a bit to get that handled. I would like to maybe return again, but this time sit in the dining room, and order from the dinner menu. And hopefully not have the same server! I will update this review if my rating changes after dining here again. But until then, only 3 stars. Mediocre food and poor service.

    (3)

  • Linda M.

    This is the type of place you go for a special meal. The atmosphere is nice, the staff is attentive and you can get a seat with a great view of Lake Washington. Go at the right time and you can catch the lovely sunset. The food is always outstanding - order a steak of course! They also have other delish items like seafood but make sure to save room for dessert. I've been here several times for lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed.

    (5)

  • Nana B.

    I Love Daniel's! You pay a lot of $$$, but you get excellent food and service.

    (5)

  • Jennifer W.

    This is one of my favorite places to go with my friends and my family. When you go to this Daniel's, you are guaranteed only the best customer service. I love their happy hour! I usually get there at around 9:00 to take advantage of their half priced wines and appetizers. The piano man, Jim, knows all types of music, and is able to play hours and hours of requests. My favorite time of the year to go is during the winter season. Going up to the 21st floor of this restaurant, is a nice escape from the rainy, yucky weather!

    (5)

  • Jeff G.

    People are very odd about Daniel's. Some peopl, love it and others think it's old fashioned or stodgy. I'm in the "love it" camp It's a steakhouse and doesn't try to pretend to be anything else. Of course it's expensive; it's a steakhouse. Of course they have mostly meat on the menu; it's a STEAKHOUSE. It's a very good one. While I've eaten at the Leschi one many times, I've only been here twice, both for company events, and had a great time. For this latest lunch, a retirement party for a beloved employee, we had a small room with a lovely east facing view. One of the really nice things was that they comfortably seated all 17 of us at square table. We've been to other events with either a really long rectangular table or separate tables and I always feel like I'm missing out. We all got to talk to the guest of honor and watch her get teary eyed. We had a small menu with several entrees to choose from. We started with Bruscheta(you say brooshetta I say broosketta). This was a nice, simple one with mozzarella and fresh tomatoes on a nicely toasted piece of bread. Sometimes it's ruined with too much cheese or toast that's too crunchy. There was also a nice deep fried artichoke. My only quibble is that this part of the meal was serve yourself and there was no written or verbal description of the food. There was a nice spring mix salad with crunchy, cheesy croutons which I would have stolen from dining companions if I wasn't such a polite guy. Most of us had the Petite Filet which was a perfectly cooked, tender medium, with a nice smokey taste. I would have preferred rare but I imagine they want to get these all out at the same temp so they go for middle. I heard good things about Even though they close at 2:30 for lunch, we didn't feel rushed. Our server in general was unobtrusive and very efficient. Daniel's doesn't have the uptown elegance of John Howie or El Gaucho or the Homey neighborhood quality of Jaks but it's conistent, friendly and good.

    (4)

  • Stan G.

    Went to Daniels for a special occasion With two other couples. Service was slow and inattentive-bread only came after third request and was typical grocery store rolls. Calamari was soggy and ahi appetizer tasted like no ahi I have ever had. Ordered sirloin appetizer that was so grizzled that it could not be chewed. Spent over $600 and have had much better meals for half that cost. Nice view, but very mediocre food for the high prices.

    (2)

  • Karen L.

    I took my boyfriend here for his birthday because he always mentioned he wanted to try the prime rib. They have limited availability so I called to reserve a cut of prime rib. It was very tasty and very tender, and he enjoyed it a lot. He also had a twice baked potato which was also pretty good. I opted for the rib eye and it was very delicious and cooked perfectly. Our server was very funny and he was very accommodating. I mentioned it was my BF's birthday, and he gave us a complimentary dessert (chocolate cake). He also recommended we order the coconut ice cream sundae, which tasted amazing! Overall, we had an amazing dinner.

    (5)

  • Mitchell L.

    I've been here twice now. Once for dinner with my wife and once for lunch with some co-workers, both times it was very good, but just shy of exceptional. For dinner the food was good, but the view was amazing. We got a great table overlooking lake Washington and the Seattle Skyline. Viewing the sunset from there was great. My steak was cooked well, but it had a lot of fat on it. I'm not opposed to fat on steaks, but some of it was inedible. Overall though the meal was very good. Expensive, but not any more pricey than other local high end steak-houses. For lunch I had the filet mignon sandwich. It was pretty good, but lacked flavor as a whole. We also ordered bacon wrapped scallops and they were incredible. I would've been happy just eating a plate full of them as a meal. Overall, from 2 meals, it's a place worth going to for a good meal with a great meal. The food didn't knock my socks off, but it was good enough!

    (4)

  • Kali H.

    I took my boyfriend here and the food was amazing! We had the bacon wrapped scallops for an appetizer and Filet Mignon and Porterhouse for our main courses. The scallops were delicious and the steaks were cooked perfectly. To top it all off the service was great! We will definitely be going back.

    (5)

  • Al L.

    Sunny deck!! Great views. Very quaint. Great service. Food great as well. Had the Filet sandwich for lunch along with the fries The sauce to dip was great. My friend had a burger with bacon. Huge. Very relaxed. Piano bar with live music. Not a lot of people at lunch which was nice. You can actually have a conversation with no one bothering you. The staff will check on you on a timely basis. I really enjoyed it. Looks like an elegant place with low lighting. Need to try it at night. Free parking in parking garage. The building shares space with the Hyatt. Nice.

    (5)

  • Ryan B.

    If good drink and food specials are for you, go elsewhere. Drinks are around $8 on happy hour, and the average appetizer is around $8 as well. No happy hour food specials, I guess that changed about a month ago. Service is subpar, but the teriyaki steak bites were delicious. (5 star worthy) I am giving it a 3 star for prices and service.

    (3)

  • Resham J.

    Great place, great cocktails, good food. I've been here multiple times and they definitely source some of the most premium steaks and cook them to perfection. The happy hour menu is pretty great too especially, the lamb chops and glazed steak strips. Taking off one star for their so-so sliders - with such a well-sourced protein, the fillings within the sliders left much to be the desired. What a shame! The sliders are accompanied by shoestring fries and a sriracha & ketchup mix of a dip. Dessert was a deep dish chocolate chip cookie - my husband raved about it ... Me not so much but that may be because I'm not a huge chocolate fan, I guess. Great happy hour place - no doubt about that!

    (4)

  • William B.

    Most of us have clear memories of the times we've had a steak knock our socks off - for me, McHendricks (Atlanta), Brooks (Denver) and a fillet here at the Bellevue Daniels (8 years ago). Brought my family here for a Christmas outing. We'd made reservations well in advance - on arriving we were seated in the private room, the first party there, up against the inner wall with practically no view. (booo). So much for wowing my family. We declined the wine menu, and ordered iced teas and Arnold Palmers (this is my new NA drink of choice!) Our waiter was fabulously attentive, and readily available whenever needed yet unobtrusive when not. Ordered the hot appetizer platter - somewhat forgettable apart from the spectacular prawns. I had the 14oz ribeye, bone in, medium rare. I upgraded to the peppercorn brandy sauce $5, which I later regretted since it really wasnt needed, and upgraded to the 'lobster' mashed potatoes $6, another regrettable decision as the miniscule lobster pieces are indistinguishable apart from texture. Upon serving, servers rushed to our table with little flashlights in the darkened room so we could verify the doneness - I thought this was pretty impressive. Mine was perfectly pink in the center. I though my steak, was verrrrry good, but as another reviewer noted quite burnt on the outside, and maybe in hindsight I should have sent it back. This steak was not going to join my short list of awesomeness. My sons devoured their beautifully presented lamb chops. We also ordered the creamed spinach (yawn) and the jumbo asparagus (yummy, perfectly cooked). Back to the VALUE, we ordered no salads, no alcohol, no desserts - just the appetizer, two veggie sides and 5 entrees, and iced teas ($3 ea w/free refill). The bill, after tip, was $400 - $80 apiece (so for dinner at least, this establishment should have a $$$$ rating, not $$$ as Yelp shows). I am calling this moderately overpriced and knocking off a star. I think if they just offered a veggie or house salad with your entree (instead of forcing an add-on) I'd go along. Great service, beautiful restaurant. Getting the lousiest view in the room, the value, and some ho-humness leaves me @ 3 star. So I still recommend this place to friends who ask about great steak in Bellevue, I just warn them its spendy. But I will be checking out Chef Howies (which I havent tried) the next time I can spend a small fortune on dinner.

    (3)

  • erik s.

    I love good steak and Daniel's is very consistent and delivers high quality meat. The staff is very professional and know their menu. Bellevue is my favorite, although I do like driving up in my boat to the Leshi. They are smaller. Lake Union is also very nice in you want to go to downtown.

    (5)

  • Melanie B.

    Spectacular atmosphere on the deck and in the Prime21 lounge. My favorites are the Filet Mignon Steak Strips, and Seared Ahi Tuna. Each for around $10!

    (4)

  • Dhawal P.

    Between this place and John Howie's Steakhouse, very difficult to figure out which one is the best. I love both places. Great food, great ambiance, great service. great experience. The seating was awesome overlooking Bellevue. Highly recommended if you are looking to celebrate an occasion. I think this is slightly cheaper than John Howie's.

    (5)

  • Daniel L.

    Location: Daniel's broiler is on top of the Hyatt building in downtown Bellevue, which offers this location one of the best views in the Eastside area. If you are lucky enough to have a clear day, the views of the lake and downtown Seattle are breathtaking. The interior of the steakhouse is modern with a touch of old school steakhouse charm. It felt a little crowded and cramped walking around. Food: I ordered the Rib Eye and it was a great steak. No complaints here. The steak was of highest quality and was cooked to perfection. I thought that it could've used a bit more salt, but I was satisfied with the meal. Service: I just wanted to note that one of the biggest reasons why I docked off a star was because the service was simply sub par. My date and I were seated for a good 20 mins before a server even acknowledged us. After a while a server came up and said that she forgot that she had our table. Our food came out another 30 minutes after that because it was understandable a busy night. Unfortunately, because it was a busy night, the server never really came around to refill water or take our extra drink orders. Great date location due to location, ambiance, food and atmosphere. I would probably reserve this place for celebratory dinners because I felt people were paying for the view and atmosphere. The steak was great, but nothing out of the ordinary for top notch steak places.

    (4)

  • stacie h.

    From start to finish this my boyfriend and I had a wonderful time. The service was outstanding, from the hostess to the bartender to our server, everyone was awesome and I can't say enough about how great they are. The food was really good and I cannot complain about anything. Prices are responsible for what you are getting and I will surely be back.

    (4)

  • Anneke V.

    My dad and step mom took me here the other night for my 23 birthday.. It was nothing short of amazing. The whole experience, from the wait staff to the cocktails, was spot on. Our waiter Menno was really cool and originally from Holland! My family is dutch so we bonded. Lol. I recommend this place for special occasions or if you really want to treat yourself bc it is a little pricy.

    (5)

  • Liz H.

    Pricey, yes, but for a special occasion, totally worth it. My Delmonico was fantastic, if just a hint more well-done than I would have preferred. The food was ridiculously abundant and rich, but that's what I expected. Oh and the view? Ridiculously awesome. I have had better service elsewhere, but whatever-- it didn't put a damper on my evening.

    (4)

  • Justin P.

    Hellooooo Happy Hour! As great as the regular dining experience is at Daniels, i prefer their awesome Happy Hour! Stella on the cheap? Check. Bacon wrapped scallops for like $6? check. Beautiful setting on the waterfront? double check. The food speaks for itself, just remember you are at a fine steakhouse/seafood restaurant. Big flavor, perfectly cooked and cut portions make eating here fun (and inexpensive for HH!!) I've heard complaints about service here, truthfully, I've always had a great experience. The crowd tends to be the more established professional folks which leads to a very charming atmosphere (also a pretty good date spot).

    (4)

  • Kelly T.

    I've been to the Seattle Daniel's a couple times but this was my first time at the Bellevue location. I came here for my anniversary dinner so I made a reservation beforehand, which I highly recommend. The restaurant is in one of the towers in downtown Bellevue and parking is underground. We got to the very top and I was a little confused as to which way to go in order to get to the front of the restaurant. I asked for a window seat and the hostess gladly took us to our table with an amazing view of the water and Bellevue neighborhoods. The menu is pretty standard for a steakhouse, nothing quite out of the ordinary. We ordered popcorn shrimp as an appetizer which came out quickly as well as amazing bread and butter. The popcorn shrimp was quite fancy and came out in a cute movie theater popcorn container. The waitress was very nice but not as quick as I would have liked her to be. I wanted salmon for dinner but the salmon entree they had on their menu didn't appeal to me. The waitress was super helpful and told me that she can have the kitchen make me a custom dish of classic salmon with mashed potatoes and veggies. I was really thankful that she did that for me! We started eating our entrees and I notice that my salmon is a bit rare. I'm thinking that it's undercooked so I told the waitress. She responded with telling me that's how they cook their salmon. I have no problem with eating it but she should have told me before hand so I would know. I don't think that many people expect a medium rare salmon at a steakhouse. After dinner, our waitress also came out with a little dessert for us because she knew it was our anniversary. Brownie points for her on that one! All in all, good experience. The view is amazing and what really ties the whole visit together.

    (4)

  • Sara M.

    My husband works in the building, and we've been to Daniel's Broiler quite a few times. We would always get one of their steaks. About 75% of the time our steaks would be burned. So after awhile we decided to just get the chicken, which was always decent. The only time we go there now is when work is paying. There are better steak places out there....you just need to find them. The view is the best thing about this restaurant.

    (2)

  • Angie J.

    Another wonderful experience here. We sat outside on the deck (21 floors above ground), ate wonderful steaks and had a great, romantic dinner for two. Yay!

    (5)

  • Kirk H.

    Excellent food, a bit exhaustive on the explanation of the intro to the food, but I cannot argue with results. Filet mignon so tender is like cutting through a custard. Would recommend to anyone looking for a world class meal.

    (5)

  • Ed M.

    If they still had their 'cigar lounge'... then it would be a 5-star restaurant. I miss the cigar lounge... Really...

    (4)

  • Some G.

    A decent streak house - I used to go here often but I avoid this place after my last visit to Daniels Broiler. I was here for dinner with my partner and ordered a filet mignon (medium) with lobster. When the meat first arrived it was completely raw... I asked for medium so I sent it back to the kitchen to get it cooked some more. Second time it came out completely burnt. (As in the meat was burned black). The waitress and manager weren't willing to correct the mistake. They lost my respect as a steak joint =) Now this place on average does serve perfectly done meat but seeing their ugly side and how crappy their service can be.... I decided not to come back for a while. I paid the $300 bill for the dinner (2 steaks, appetizers, and a bottle of red). Asked for a refund for the $300 gift cert I bought earlier for a friend. Dropped the same cash on El Gaucho gift cert later that day. If someone's willing to drop $600 at a restaurant on the east side I expect a more reasonable service,

    (3)

  • Danielle E.

    well, it used to be my fav happy hour place in Bellevue and now it just got replaced. The happy hour menu is a steal! well, it was... The food doesn't taste as good as before and service was slow. I'll give it another try sometime this week.

    (3)

  • Susan M.

    I loved the view here and the food was good too but I am really rather disappointed with the experience I had here with my bf. And what's with the scandalous attire of the cocktail waitresses? I don't expect that from a fine dining establishment. The first bartender was okay, but the second gal had such an attitude. She was not friendly at all and had a serious attitude. When my bf asked what kind of oysters we were eating, she came up with a lame excuse that she needed to ask the oyster chef. She never provided us with an answer but my bf asked again if she found out and her response was no. I told her she didn't need to worry about it (because I could see what they were because it was actually written on a chalkboard at the end of the bar). Her response was it would only take a second to ask (so how come she didn't ask earlier?) and she almost argued with me...why? She didn't even ask a chef but instead asked the other bartender right in front of us and then had an attitude when she came and told us. She was so rude that my bf decided to move to a table and leave the bar. We weren't rude to her and we aren't demanding either. So, why the attitude? We may not have had a full on dinner but our bill was close to $150. Was it because we were the only Asian people in there? For that amount of money on a few drinks and two appetizers, I think we deserved a little more respect and courtesy. What's with these fine dining places hiring unqualified people with attitude problems? You definitely won't find a girl with an attitude at the Metropolitan Grill and I find better service at places like Nijo Sushi Grill which is not fine dining.

    (1)

  • Chris O.

    I've eaten at the 3 Daniel's about 20 times over the last 12 years. I find it to be consistently excellent, and far better than either Ruth's Chris location (of which I've been to about 4 times in the same span). The service is very good about 90% of the time. The breaded mini-lobster appetizer (ordered twice) sounds good but really isn't - so skip it. The Caesar salad is always good, cold, with crisp lettuce that has been cut up (the uncut Caesar is a peeve of mine), flavorful dressing, and firm yet forkable croutons. I usually get a New York steak and my wife usually gets a filet, and usually they are right on. Occasionally the temperature will be off but not often. They also have a (gasp) wonderful pan-roasted garlic chicken. I wouldn't normally get it at a steak house, but I did on impulse one time and it was heavenly. For some reason they took it off the menu for 1-2 years but now it's back. My wife has also ordered the lobster a couple of times and it was great. The baked potato comes with your choice of butter, sour cream, chives and bacon -- I usually load up on the works and thoroughly enjoy it! As for dessert, I hear they are all good but I am devoted to the coconut fudge sundae which is always perfect. Their drip coffee is outstanding as well, especially if you like to put stuff in it, because they have the cutest little tray with many kinds of sugar and cream. The view is usually very good. I agree the seats near the bar can be a bit raucous if the piano man is in session. Try to get reservations a few days in advance, especially on weekends, because they do book up. But if your first choice in location is booked, the other 2 aren't really that far away, so try them too. Lastly, value. I think 5 years ago Daniel's was a great value, but their prices have gone steadily up. Probably just a good value now. We routinely drop $125-150 for two without drinks or tip, so save Daniel's for special occasions.

    (5)

  • Julia G.

    Come here with a wad of cash and an appetite! It's pricey but worth it. Great if you want to impress someone on a business meeting or a date. Seafood and meat dishes are phenomenal! Service was perfect. Waiter insisted we get a west facing window to watch the sunset over the Puget Sound. Score! Very attentive throughout and you really can't beat the view. If you can, walk around a bit and see all of the different rooms they have. It's really charming. server kept checking on us and wasn't annoying at all. He made great recommendations and really made the place special. The manager was wandering around as well and checked up on us. We closed the place down because we ate so much. I got the filet mignon and it was amazingly soft and perfect. Good wine list for all tastes and budgets. Also ordered shrimp. Large, plump and delicious. Get the creme brulee for dessert and you'll thank me later! Might want to make a reservation just so you can get a cool table by the window. But there really isn't a bad seat in the place.

    (5)

  • Julian H.

    I've been to two private room events here and once in the bar after a wedding. The private events are incredible and I wasn't paying so I can't evaluate them based on price but I'm sure it was exorbitant. The bar was very loud and crowded. It was full of your standard Eastside yuppy kind of customers. Expensive, but you're paying for the view, too. My friend managed to find a glass of whiskey for $50--a skill I hope I never acquire.

    (4)

  • Jordan C.

    My review is based strictly on my happy hour experiences. I keep trying new places for after work beveraging and light food, but none even come close to Daniel's. Being on the 21st floor, the view is spectacular! You get views of Bellevue all the way to the Seattle skyline and Elliott Bay. The food they have is amazing. Teriyaki marinated pieces of fillet are perfectly cooked and feel like butter in your mouth. The flavor of the marinade might be the best I've ever had. The popcorn shrimp come in a movie-theater style popcorn box and have a very light breading with your choice of a dips. Drink specials are very reasonable for the area (although, I miss the days of $4 beer pitchers in college). Only part of the appetizers have happy hour prices, but what they have should more than keep you busy. And if you ever venture to the pricier items, they are still de-lish and well worth the money. In fact, after writing the review, I think I shall this this place up tonight!

    (5)

  • manny s.

    One of the best steaks I ever ate was here, the price reflects the quality. If it was around Ruth Chris prices I would come here more often and give them a 5 stars.

    (4)

  • Grant L.

    Was in town overnight for a business trip and went to Daniel's on recommendation from two local colleagues; it didn't disappoint. Overall dining experience was quite good although the hostess who seated us had no sense of humor which was a little bit of a downer at first. Pretty much every one in our party of four had the 14oz ribeye as well as various salads, sides and cocktails + wine and everyone was very satisfied. Dined from about 8pm - 10:30pm on a Thurs and although the place was fairly packed we weren't rushed through our meal. Would definitely come back again the next time I find myself up in Bellevue.

    (5)

  • Paul G.

    We have been to all the top steakhouses in the area, except John Howie, and rate Daniels the best. This has been our special occasion place... birthdays and anniversaries mostly. We always get the big steak (porterhouse or the equivalent) and split it. With salads and spinach side dish it works out perfect for us. In our opinion, it doesn't get much better than this. In addition to the outstanding food the service has been great too. Our favorite server is Brian who is very accomodating and knows a great deal about wine. In fact he is starting a winery. We feel almost like we are sharing our evening with a good friend. Although we have not gotten past the steak here so can't comment on it, if you want a great steak dinner this is a fine place to go!

    (5)

  • Angie Q.

    My favorite restaurant in Seattle! The view is amazing as well as the ambiance. The wait staff is real courteous and patient. I adore their mashed potatoes. I have no idea how they do it, but it is amaaaaazing! I think it has to do with the type of potatoes they use. 1st visit: Ordered calamari, 2 orders of raw oysters, lobster bisque, rib eye, filet mignon, 2 creme burlees. We had 4+ drinks, and needless to say, it was an awesome night. 2nd visit: Ordered cheese platter in bar, lobster bisque, rib eye, prime rib (oscar style), wine, 2 cocktails. We could barely walk afterwards... \ **Oscar style is totally unnecessary! The steaks are amazing in flavor as it is! Save your money!

    (5)

  • Cherene R.

    I am so nervous about writing 5-star reviews for my favorite restaurants because I feel like just writing about it does not do this place justice. You need to be here, see it, smell it, and taste it the way that I do! My boyfriend usually takes me here on special occasions or out-of-impulse days (who needs new $150 earrings when you can get an incredible steak dinner instead?!). The view from either the Bellevue or Lake Union location is great and the setting is always romantic - dimly lit with the occasional live piano playing in the background. But, what's even better than the view is the full-course meal we always splurge on! For appetizers, we always get the teriyaki filet mignon strips and the bacon wrapped scallops. The filet mignon strips are so tender and juicy and the teriyaki sauce and sprinkled sesame seeds packs it with just enough flavor to tickle your tastebuds. But the bacon wrapped scallops...these babies are like tickets to heaven. There are three of these served in one plate, but we usually order one extra so we each have two to eat. For each scallop, a thick crisp piece of bacon is carefully wrapped around it, placed on top of a small biscuit, and drizzled with this wonderful Sambuca butter sauce. I, for one, have always eaten like it was a marathon, but when these are placed in front of me, I know better. I actually use my steak knife to cut them in half since they are kinda big for one bite and I take a deep breath before I put a piece in my mouth. How do I describe this feeling? It...is...like...all my questions of the unknown and about the universe are answered with just one bite and I could not get enough it! I just melt! For the main course, we usually order their slow-roasted prime rib, which is served in limited quantities. One time we made a reservation in the Lake Union location around 8:00 PM and they were already out of it! So since then, we have always tried to schedule our dinner dates a little earlier around 5:30 to 6. Why is it worth it, you ask? Because this steak is perfect! Slow-roasted and cooked to a medium rare and get this...no char! It is delicious with the creamy horseradish as well! And the best thing about it is that this is probably the best deal for a meal for two - we order the 16 oz and ask them to split it between the both of us, which seems to be no problem for them. And alongside the steak, we get our complimentary choice of a baked potato or mashed potatoes. I always get a baked potato because they pack it with as much bacon bits (real pieces of bacon!!!), sour cream, butter, and chives as you want! Then, finally, after the main course, I am normally stuffed by this time, but I always try to make room for dessert. And, just a warning, these desserts are probably not meant to be eaten by just one person, but shared among two or three people! We used to get the coconut fudge sundae, which was a great choice, but I love their seasonal fruit tart! The seasonal fruit tart is served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzled with caramel sauce and confectioners sugar, and garnished with mint, but every couple of months, they would use a different kind of fruit. My favorite seasonal fruit tart is when they use granny apples and you can tell that the fruit they use is always fresh! Honestly, I ask myself how many bottlecaps will it take to be able to eat here again and again, but I am telling you...coming here is a luxury that I have always enjoyed from time to time. I have never been disappointed here. NEVER! That says a lot about the quality of their food and their service. They are consistent and always ensure that your dining experience is wonderful, memorable, terrific, romantic, and **insert any other positive adjective here**!

    (5)

  • Angela W.

    I used to be a huge fan of Daniels it was exotic and fun and everyone who was anyone would go here for dinner and happy hour. But these days the place is so packed all the time for happy hour that you cant even get a seat. Its loud and obnoxious and though i do lke the happy hour menu it is EXPENSIVE! The happy hour drinks are also EXPENSIVE! They now charge you for the basket of warm bread they used to bring for free and though their menu is good nothing about it has changed in years.. nothing except the prices have risen... If you get there early enough you can get good service but if you get there when its packed dont expect your drinks and food to come quickly if at all. In the summer its pretty great because they have added a new outdoor deck with plenty of seating and you have the best view from up there of Bellevue and the water etc. But its so loud in there you can hardly even have a conversation with whoever you are with. I have been here a lot and it is my preferred place for Happy Hour but its hard to get a table and most people who are at the bar are rude, they dont want to talk, chat or even look at you.. which I find is pretty typical of this area in general. Its a good place to go to once or twice ... but I think you will tire of the Bellevue snootiness and the crowds.

    (3)

  • Richard S.

    This restaurant was awesome and the view was spectacular! My wife and I had steak and you could have cut it with a fork. The service staff was fantastic and the managers were on their game, We have been here several times when we visit in the area and have not been dissappointed at all. Manager Jeff Greene was awesome, we will be back again soon.

    (5)

  • Tammie P.

    As noted in many other reviews, the view from Daniel's is really nice and romantic. They have an extensive wine list, but is definitely overpriced for no reason. I ordered the filet Oscar style medium rare. The steak was good, and was cooked to order, but the crab that came on top was not what I had expected. There were paltry pieces of crab, not lumps of it, and it tasted freshly-thawed and a bit fishy. The bernaise sauce that I got on the side was not good either. My date ordered the filet medium rare, and it came out black and badly charred. We had to send it back. Our server, who had been very attentive during our stay, brought out some sorbet while we waited for them to make another filet. By the time the second filet came out, we had both finished mine and were ready to go. The steaks are a bit pricey for what you get, but you are paying for the view, live piano music, and great service.

    (4)

  • Cory C.

    Been coming to Daniel's for over 15 years now. Although I've tried all locations, my favorite is Bellevue (due to it's atmosphere/location). Great quality food with a nice view of Lake Washington. However, if I'm craving an awesome steak and don't feel a need for a view, I'll head to my favorite steakhouse [sorry, don't want to give that away because I'll have to wait longer!] ;)

    (4)

  • Jason C.

    Called on a Monday for a Saturday evening reservation and just barely got a reservation. Word has made it to the street that this place is worthy every penny. It will cost you plenty of pennies, but it is amazing. The rib-eye (Oscar style) is sensational beyond description. The girlfriend had the rock lobster...which was from Australia. She said it was first class. I would say that on the whole the past 7 or 8 restaurants I've been to, I leave thinking "it was nice, but I don't think I'd actively try to come back". With Daniel's I can confidently say this place is great for all occasions. It's not fancy shamancy so jeans are accepted, but it's at the same time more than nice enough to impress a date or parents. Can't wait until I go back.

    (5)

  • Jordan N.

    Only went there for happy hour. Excellent service and great location with a view.

    (4)

  • David V.

    If you are looking for a quality steak, this is the place; based on that alone deserves 4 stars. That said, the seafood entrees were less noteworthy but the pork rib was exceptional. The views are an added attraction. As to service, they don't really get it, if you serve prime and want to charge prime prices, the service has to measure up and it doesn't. Even on a slow week day, there is no extra effort as far seating adults away from babies or not having staff run into the back of ones chair repeatedly while setting up a different venue. I don't get the unaccommodating attitude especially in this market; the happy hour is worth a visit and there is better energy in the bar.

    (3)

  • Audrey G.

    Wealth, opulence, substance. This is what Daniels Broiler is all about. Honestly, these guys make a killing on steak and I can say I've had better...though my dad has experience as an executive chef. I hear good things about their happy hour, but I was here for dinner. Taking into account atmosphere, service, and food, I would definitely return. BTW, dress code...this is Seattle, tevas and jeans are abundant anywhere you go so don't feel like you're stepping out into St Tropez in Costco sweatpants if you're not dressed up. Though heels and a skirt are a timeless look, it's not what the people of Seattle are used to.

    (4)

  • Maria F.

    I've been here twice, my friend really loves it so I join in. Every single employee seems to recognize your patronage and the attention they give is appreciated. Depending on where you sit, the view can be gorgeous. When we sat facing with the windows facing west, we could see the skyline of Seattle and the Olympic mountains (gorgeous!) but looking south, a few skyscrapers hogging the view. Both food and drink are delicious, however, I am a person of simple taste and most of the dishes are too "fancy" for my palate. (I'm working on expanding myself, but this takes time!) The steak melts in your mouth, the vegetables are crisp and fresh. The Rockerfeller oysters were a little too cheesy. The shrimp pasta was OK. Expect to pay more, this is a place often frequented for the purposes of wining and dining business or dating. The quality of the food and service definitely sets it apart from the rest to make it worth it.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:30 am - 10

Specialities

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

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