A fantastic restaurant for my mum's birthday - suggestions? for Questionland Seattle

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A fantastic restaurant for my mum's birthday - suggestions?

So my mom is turning, erm, 45...for the 16th time...and my family is looking for a great restaurant we can all take her to.

Some caveats, for what they're worth:

*American, Thai and Indian are some favorites, but other cuisines would be just fine. No sushi though, as it squicks out the birthday lady.

*Actual hungry-people-sized portions of food served, not the bullshit tiny-food-on-big-plates screw job that seems prevalent (Zoe, I'm looking at you and your stupid door curtain).

*We've got some allergies to consider, so a menu that's not fixed (sorry, Art of the Table).

*Speaking of allergies, there are a few shellfish allergies in this group, so a place that won't kill those people would be good, too. Serving shellfish is fine, as long as the place won't, say, absentmindedly put tiny shrimp bits in a salad (true story).

*Some lovely scenery with lovely things or lovely people to look at would be most pleasant.

Price is less of a consideration than great food and a great experience. We'll be a group of five - no kids. Anywhere within Seattle or within an hour-ish drive outside would be delightful. Thanks!

rickibot asked in Eating Out about 1 year ago | Report

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Given your conditions, I recommend Cafe Juanita. It's a little out of town, perfect for a special occasion, and the food is amazing. Chef Holly Smith and her team will make it a memprable evening.

dicrisci answered in Eating Out about 1 year ago | Report

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also a good choice. Holly's risotto in particular is killer!

tofu oyako commented about 1 year ago | Report

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Ooh, this sounds like a great choice. And it's actually closer to my 'rents house than Seattle. Mushroom!

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maybe Poppy? http://poppyseattle.com/about

Their food is very Northwest-focused but shows hints of Indian and Mediterranean flavors. They have multiple set menus (each person gets a whole platter of small dishes all to themselves), but are pretty good about accommodating switching a dish to one less allergy-inducing. Anyways, I think their food is unique and great, you get to taste lots of different things... its just fun to eat their food.

tofu oyako answered in Eating Out about 1 year ago | Report

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I have wanted to try Poppy. That place gets a real love/hate response from several folks. Interesting...

rickibot commented about 1 year ago | Report

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I can understand. I LOVE the food at Poppy; I think they do some of the best, most unique and thoughtful (thought-provoking?) food in the city. I think it definitely helps to be into food, interesting ingredients and combinations of flavors. While I think they're pretty much always a hit, I'm sure there's some misses for other people.
Juanita is definitely a great mom restaurant pick. The atmosphere is a bit more formal and refined; the food is still forward-looking (their sweetbreads are some of the best ever) but generally still feels familiar, in a 'comfort food' comfort zone.
Anyways, have a great dinner!

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