RN74

Meh– just OK. Arrived at 7:10 ordered a cocktail and didn’t receive it until 7:58. Wasn’t thrilled. We ordered dinner and appetizers — mushrooms, deviled eggs muscles, cheeseburgers, halibut, and the steak Tatar. We ordered the deconstructed tiramisu and the beignets. Just OK — nothing special. They do have duck fat fries and they were tasty– but that was they best part of the meal. The beignets were dry but the tiramisu was good. Can’t say much more-​very Underwhelming. Our waiter was very nice and he tried hard– but when the restaurant is having issues with all orders it makes it real hard to have a great experience.

The Mac and Cheese is amazing! I know you are supposed to order as an accompaniment, but it is big enough for a meal. Beecher’s cheese is used and it is amazing!!!

Came here for restaurant week and I can tell you I was not impressed. For a restaurant that claims to have such fame, it did not have service that lives up to its name.
Our reservation started at 7pm and we were seated about 15 min later for a party of 4.
The quality of the food was acceptable. I got the deviled eggs as an appetizer. Nothing spectacular. For the main course, the grilled octopus with a hint of citrus over beans with a egg on top. The grilled octopus was tasty and overall relatively unique. Otherwise, mediocre at best.

We went here for my husband’s birthday and overall a 4-​star experience.
Service: Excellent. Our waiter was very attentive and explained the menu to us in details
Ambiance: Really good! A fan!
Food: Overall satisfactory but no surprise. I expected more from this restaurant but they didn’t deliver enough.
1. Mussels: Really good! Super tender and the soup was really delicious! I kept eating the baguette off the soup. It was addicting
2. Fore Gras Suzette: Well, it’s fore gras. Can’t be bad, but a bit too heavy for me
3. Butter Lettuce Salad: Overseasoned. Super salty. This is why I didn’t give 4-​star
4. Beef Short Rib: Really tender but no surprise in flavor
5. Burger: Good, but not very good
6. Halibut: Super delicious!!! Recommend!!!
Glad we tried it, but probably won’t return.

This place has THE BEST CHICKEN LIVER PÂTÉ/​mousse!!! Wow I didn’t even think j would like anything chicken liver but wowow. So perfectly seasoned and buttery. They pair it with this jam and some nuts and god it is so good on the buttery crusty bread!
Their duck fat fries were also to die for!!! It tasted like garlic fries and the crispiness omgod! So perfect!
Service was awesome. And interior very trendy. Can’t wait to go back!

We were disappointed with this place. Our wine took more than 30 minutes to come out on non-​busy night. We saw the glasses sit at the bar, yet our server kept ignoring them. Finally a different server saw us looking and brought them over.
The server was extremely pushy about ordering certain food. We told her we don’t want clam chowder, yet she insisted and brought it (yes, it was on the bill).
The entrees we ordered were good, but nothing special. I got the crab and my husband got a fish dish.
The server insisted we get desert even though we were full. She claimed the ice cream was amazing. We were unable to finish it — it tasted like bad, stale grocery store ice cream. She did not bother to ask why we barely touched it.
Overall, not a great experience. There are much better places, with better food and better customer service in Seattle area for same price.

Happy hour review only! I’ve been here a couple times now for happy hour and I think it’s a great spot.
Happy hour goes until 7pm which I really appreciate since it’s hard to get to places after work by the typical 6pm cut off that I usually come across. They have a fairly decent sized bar area including a large family style table. It does get pretty busy for HH but so far I haven’t had trouble finding a place to sit. The service has also been really good — each time I’ve had a very pleasant and attentive server.
I’ve mostly stuck to the HH wine which hasn’t been disappointing at all but they do have a couple liquor drinks on special too including a cocktail of the day.
What really draws me here though is the HH food menu. There are about 10 or so items. I think I’ve had almost all of them at this point and they’re all pretty good. My favs are the Sirloin skewers (amazing green sauce on them!), Mac and Cheese (Beechers so it’s hard to go wrong with that), and the daily special tacos (different each time and both great). The deviled eggs have good flavor but the yolk to white mixture is a little much (too much yolk). The other item that was decent flavor but a little disappointing was the Ahi tuna poppers. I guess I didn’t know what to expect but it was basically pureed Ahi on a kind of bread base. It was more of a weird texture in my mind and took away from the rawness of the Ahi.
All in all it’s definitely on my list of go-​to HH locations.

Would highly not recommend or be coming back to RN74. Every experience that I have had here was ehhh, Thought I would give it another chance since I haven’t been here for lunch and saw that it was an option during restaurant week.
Joined RN74 for lunch with my coworkers during restaurant week. Even though it was restaurant week, I expect that service and food taste/​quality to be the same (maybe just a little bit smaller portions).
Let’s go in order of how our lunch experience went:
Got seated directly behind the bar, approximately 10 – 15 mins passed with no acknowledgement from any staff member, no menu, and no water.
Our server finally arrived, took our order (very rudely, may I add), then did not see him again until the end of our last course when we asked for our check (an hour or more later).
One person ordered a glass of wine, never received it.
Course one, arrived 30 mins later.
Course two, arrived 20 – 30 mins later.
One person ordered dessert, never received it.
Total time spent at the restaurant for the two courses was approximately 2 hours. We spent more time waiting for our server to come and give us our check (and waiting for our courses), than anything.
It’s unfortunate that I have to give this place a ‘two star’ but the total dining experience was lack thereof anything enjoyable/​memorable. (They have nice light fixtures though.)

This place is my favorite restaurant I went to while in Seattle for a 5 day trip. Considering I ate out for every single meal, this is quite the honor. The name is a bit hard to remember and most places that have a hybrid of random letters and numbers tend to be, but it gives clue that the establishment is more bistro-​esque and New American than the average restaurant.
Upon walking in, we were greeted by a friendly hostess, which I appreciated, and I thought the place was well decorated! I loved the lighting and the back wall, as well as the moving wine menu along the right side of the wall. (They have this at the Starbucks Roastery on Pine Street, btw)
Everything we had was fantastic. The duck fat fries were generous in portion size, and I ordered the Alaskan Crab Salad as an entrée. For $ 24 you’d think it would be a little bigger, but I was already so stuffed with the complimentary roll and fries that I was relieved that I didn’t have a mountain load of rabbit food to chew through. But the salad was delicious, needless to say!
My friends ordered the mussels and the meatballs, and the burger. Apparently the burger was nothing to write home about but the meatball appetizer was great. The mussels looked small from across the table but my friend didn’t seem to complain about the amount or size, so we’re good on that.
For dessert, the tiramisu arrived in a non-​standard form. The chef had split off into lady fingers and all of the components of a tiramisu were there, just not in tact as one would imagine. I loved it though! Our server was really great through the whole evening and I know that I certainly carried away with a few requests and questions. He answered and addressed everything with a smile, and that is one reason I will recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Seattle!

I’ve been wanting to try a Michael Mina restaurant for years now and on my recent trip to Seattle I was looking through Unilocal to find restaurants for dinner. I came across RN74 and took a look at the menu. I’ve been wanting to try lobster pot pie for some time now so I was pretty excited when I made a reservation. Upon arrival the restaurant was dimly lit as expected. We arrived about 15 minutes early but decided to check in at that time. The hostess seated us about 15 minutes later in the bar area.
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The service here in my opinion lacked. I expected a little more from the service. I feel like the reason that part of our service was lacking was because the table next to us somehow knew the chef. The chef came out to greet them and told them not to worry about anything since he’ll create items for them that aren’t on the menu. At this point I was curious to know the relationship between them and the chef, but I soon forgot as our service started to lack. All of the staff in the restaurant pretty much made a stop at the table next to us, but overlooked us many times.
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Alaskan king crab pot pie: Puff pastry with pieces of king crab in an old-​bay crab cream sauce. I was unimpressed by this dish. I feel like this is one of the signature dishes at Michael Mina’s restaurants and this was so disappointing. The puff pastry was chewy and not flaky at all. The King crab portion was fair, but it did absolutely nothing for the dish. I would have enjoyed the lobster pot pie more. I don’t mind spending money on good food, but this was a waste of money. Not worth it at all. ¹⁄₅
Pleasant view farm duck tasting: Consisted of the duck breast, gizzard and heart with a side of classic cassoulet. The best thing on the dish was the duck heart. Amazing texture and flavor! The breast and gizzard were just okay. The cassoulet was so dry and flavorless. It would have been better if they didn’t include it on the dish. Overall, 2/​5, but the heart was a ⁴⁄₅.
Crispy Brussels sprouts: Sweet and sour apple cider glaze: These Brussels sprouts were pretty good. I wasn’t sure about the glaze, but it turned out excellent. I would recommend getting this as a side. 3.5÷5
Overall, I was sorely disappointed with both the food and service at RN74. Maybe I had my expectations set too high, but I was expecting a lot more from RN74. I don’t think I would ever come back to this restaurant and I would suggest going elsewhere for a meal.

If you are craving fine French dining, RN74 is the place to go!
Last night we ordered:
A selection of Taylor Shellfish Oysters. Very sweet and fresh, with just a hint of brine.
Michael Mina’s Classic Ahi Tuna Tartare. Well seasoned yet light. Very fresh — not a hint of fishiness. The pine nuts added a pop of texture and flavor. They served it with some white toast which was kind of weirdly bland and boring. The portion size was quite small for the price. Still, this was one of my favorites of the night. Simple concept, excellent execution.
Roasted La Belle Foie Gras Doughnut. I was expecting great things of this dish! Sadly I think the sauce (berries and honey?) was too sweet and strong, overpowering the foie gras. In the end it mostly tasted just like a normal doughnut and not as spectacular as I was hoping.
Alaskan King Crab Pot Pie. I was also expecting great things of this dish, and it delivered! The presentation was a bit of a show: the server brought a plate with braised carrots and other vegetables (all cooked to perfection), on which he placed a round of puff pastry (flaky and buttery), on which he spooned huge chunks of king crab (oh, the crab, it was sweet and succulent and firm without being chewy in the least… everything you want crab to be… my mouth is watering just thinking about it now), on which he poured a cream sauce (rich and flavorful and tying everything together). Everything on the plate came together really well, all the different textures and flavors complemented each other. I highly recommend this dish. (FYI this dish is listed at MP, which was $ 68 for us last night — YMMV.)
RR Ranch Beef Short Rib Bourguignon. The beef was very tender and flavorful, but nothing about this dish really stood out to me. A tad over salted.
Duck Fat Fries. AMAZING. Bursting with flavor and just the perfect crispiness. A satisfying crunch with every bite. Logically I know they must be really fattening but they didn’t taste greasy at all! Actually I think these might be among the best fries I have ever tasted. Warning: an addiction may form if you order these fries… they probably sprinkle them with crack or something because I couldn’t get enough of them.
Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Roasted «Paris» Mushrooms. Lumping these two together because I felt the same about them: tasty, and good side dishes to round out the meal, but nothing really special about them.
Overall: the dishes varied in quality, but the better ones were REALLY good and even the not-​as-​good ones were still solid. The atmosphere was classy yet relaxed. Our server was friendly, helpful, and attentive. We had lots of questions with the menu and he offered great suggestions. Only downside is the dishes arrived very slowly (dinner took quite a bit longer than average — so don’t try to schedule anything right after dinner!).

Rn74 exceeded all my expectations. The décor is modern and chic but comfortable at the same time. The menu was absolutely perfect not too overwhelming but a good amount of diversity and choices at your fingertips.
Must try’s:
Lobster Salad
Brussels Sprouts
Mac N Cheese
Duck Fat Fries
Tiramisu
The service was super friendly and attentive John is very well informed on the menu and the ingredients in each dish. A MUST try for anyone who likes fine dining Michael Mina doesn’t disappoint.

Came here for Happy Hour with my mom Friday around 5 pm. Wasn’t too crowded at this point. We sat on the couches in the bar area.
We ordered:
— Ahi tuna poppers $ 8 (a lil but of ahi tuna served on a small triangle toast. not my favorite out of everything we ordered, not very satisfying.)
— duck fat fries $ 7 (these were delicious and a good portion!)
— fried oyster lettuce cup $ 8 (these were good too, oysters were big and juicy)
Overall, it was a good experience here. Probably more fun if it was with a group of coworkers or friends. Loved the atmosphere here, their alcohol selection is good here too.

Great happy hour food! We tried many of the items on their menu and all were delicious!
Black Truffle Popcorn, $ 7 (prob not worth the price, but it was a decent size bowl)
Grilled Sirloin Skewers, $ 8 (a must have! Perfectly seasoned, a little spicy with the green sauce, but juicy and easily devoured)
Heritage Bacon Deviled Eggs, $ 6 (large and runny, but your typical deviled egg)
Mac & Cheese, $ 7 (a must have! Creamy shell macaroni made with Beechers cheese)
Juicy mini Burgundy sliders which made me long for a bigger version! (you couldn’t taste the cherry, but the bacon marmalade and the brie made this burger perfect for a decedent snack)
Wash it all down with generous pours of wine and you’ll be set for an evening! The bar had plenty of booths for larger groups or comfy tables so you can catch up with friends or a date more intimately.

This is one of those restaurants (regardless of location) that will always deliver a classy experience and amazing eats without feeling too upscale or pretentious. It especially has a great vibe during the lunch hour, and plates are reasonably priced. Portions are generous, ingredients incredibly fresh, and the service is superb. A great joint to check out during a Restaurant Week since you can sample some of his most popular items at a reasonable price.
I admit I would come here every day just for his hand-​cut and served warm beignets, or maybe just simply eat the dipping sauce (MacCallan 12 scotch-​based salted caramel/​butterscotch sauce layered over sweet cream). It can’t get any more decadent, and you can really taste the bite of the scotch. Definitely a creative pairing, and great for scotch fans, or anyone with a sweet tooth.

I rrreeeeaaaally like RN74. I often feel let-​down by many of these hyped-​up trendy restaurants in Seattle these days, but I like this one a lot. I’ve been here for both HH and dinner, and I’ve never been not impressed.
To be honest, I’ve never had any of their entreés because I’ve happened to be on the not-​so-​hungry side each time I’ve gone, but their appetizers and smaller dishes are delectable.
I mean HOLY DUCK FAT FRIES.
I’m not even kidding — these are quite possibly the best fries you will ever have in your entire life. Crisp to perfection and oozing with umami. I have no qualms at all about paying $ 9 for fries this good. (And during happy hour, they are $ 7!) If you have to limit yourself to one and only one item at this restaurant, get these fries! They will change your life!
Crispy Brussels sprouts are another favorite. Glazed with sweet and sour apple cider, tasty, and difficult to stop eating! You hear about those veggie dishes that convert vegetable haters into herbivores for a night? These guys are totally that!
I’m also a big fan of the sliders on the HH menu. Delicious and presented so cutely!
Oh, and their extensive wine selection? Win.
Service is always amazingly professional. I’ve never had mediocre service here ever.
Nice, cool, classy, romantic atmosphere. Swanky and perfect for dates!

We have been here a couple of times, but this is my first review. This is an excellent restaurant and the food and service is always tip notch.
I was off today so we decided to go for lunch. One great thing about their lunch menu is that every item looks delicious.
We both started with the butternut squash. It is extraordinary, creamy and seasoned just right. For the main course, I got the steak tri-​tips with fries while my wife got then with salad. The steak was outstanding, great meat cooked perfectly. Then the fries might be the best in seattle.
It is a bargain if you can eat there for lunch, but the dinners are terrific also.

Came here during Seattle Restaurant Week!
The décor of the restaurant is very classy yet casual, with small tables, booths, and a couch area where people waited and drank around a coffee table. The place was moderately loud. There were definitely some loud chatters around, but hey, I cannot complain coming with 12 other people who were also busy chattering away: P.
Off of the restaurant menu, I ordered the Farro Salad, Steak and Frites, and the Hazelnut ice cream puff dessert! The Farro Salad was phenomenal. It was super delicious. The farro was subtly coated with a creamy dressing, plumb, perfect level of chewiness, and deep rich grain flavors. Topped with Arugula and a gentle touch of vinaigrette. I thoroughly enjoyed this appetizer. The Steak and Frites was very good as well. The steak was a little chewy but the flavors were all there! It was cooked well to my desired medium. The duck fat fries were yummy, however, they were just fries to me. Oh My God, the dessert, I cannot remember the exact name of it, and can’t seem to find it on their online menu, but it was chocolate something, and it had hazelnut ice cream inside two pieces of pastry coated with oreo cookies and powdered sugar! OHHH it was delicious! Highly recommend.
Overall, it was a very good experience. The service was on point, even though the server took a long time to swipe our cards at the end. We actually had to bring the card to her at the register for her to hurry up the process. But, nothing major that would ruin a great night!

It was my birthday, and my mister took me all the way to Seattle. The restaurant looks so fancy but… I’m so sorry, I really want to love the food but all I have to say is «Yuppie food». We laughed at our 7 courses meal, Hello a piece of cucumber and swiped sauce (look at my pictures). My mister spent over $ 200. Got many good laughs out of their food but we were still hungry.
2 stars for food.
5 stars for service
5 stars for set-​up and interior.

RN74 is a wonderful Michael Mina restaurant. I first visited this concept in San Francisco a few years ago and fell in love with the simplicity of the food and wine list. This location delivers the same transparent excellence in both quality of ingredients and presentation. It’s fun to see and taste pretty food!
I enjoyed the signature Ahi tuna tartare, cauliflower soup, fish sandwich with duck fat fries and beignets with butterscotch sauce.
The tartare was superb, soup full of body and silky yumminess, the fish was fine though it would be helpful to offer a little more information on presentation and the fries had ketchup on them already?, the beignets were great but again maybe explain the there is actual scotch in the butter scotch sauce.
The lunch program offers a prefix for $ 22. Pretty cool but be very carful how you substitute items. It was my fault and I was not paying close enough attention to the server when she explained it to me. So my prefix ended up costing $ 38. Not a big deal but I wasn’t expecting it.
I will be back like I have for many years. I love a good meal no matter how much it costs!