Pomegranate Bistro
Redmond, WA 98052
Phone: (425) 556-5972
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Redmond Way
- Hours:
- Tue-Fri 7am-10pm, Sat 9am-10pm, Sun-Mon 7am-2pm
Editorial Review for Pomegranate Bistro – by Jill Lightner
The Scene
Warm colors and simple pomegranate-themed art turn this cavernous spot into a friendly bistro, complete with a sizeable wall of wine, an open kitchen, and a coffee bar featuring wooden bins of tempting pastries. You'll find groups of coworkers, teenagers on dates and young families all dining happily together in the bustling space. On busy nights, a welcoming host handles beverage orders for folks waiting for their table.
The Food
Plenty of housemade seasonal touches and local ingredients are highlighted on the menu, particularly breads and vegetables. Featured on sandwiches, pizzas and a crisp, cheesy appetizer, the firebread is a thin, bubbly flatbread served piping hot. The menu includes a number of southern touches, like grits cakes, pulled pork and Creole shrimp; the small plates are perfectly sized for a comfortable lunch. Don't skip dessert--the cakes and pies are classic treats worth their calories.
Hits: The subtly insulated ceiling helps keep the noise to a dull roar.
Misses: Many of the servers seem inexperienced, resulting in missing sides, empty glasses and an occasional long wait.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoBefore 7pm, the crowd is a mix of families and couples rushing off to catch a movie; by 8pm, it's folks enjoying a leisurely dinner with friends.
What to DrinkSeasonal specialty cocktails showcase fresh juice choices and the trendiest flavors, but non-drinkers and kids can have almost as much fun with the alcohol-free selections.
Where to SitThe quietest seats are to the left of the entrance, at the front of the restaurant; the most interesting views are near the oversized windows that show off the catering kitchen.
Save TimePick up morning breakfast at the bakery counter, and stop by on special occasions for takeout holiday meals or elegant desserts.
The ExtrasIn addition to their popular catering services, the bistro offers regular classes and wine dinners.
User Reviews for Pomegranate Bistro
08/21/2008 Posted by whelmed
Do you enjoy paying ten bucks for a bowl of tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich? You do? Then this place is for you! This is Troy McClure. You might remember me from other restaurant reviews such as "They Poured Water Over My Burrito" and "Why Does This Taste Like Hair?" Pomegranate Bistro is in a really nice space with a huge windowed wall that overlooks the associated catering business. The dining room is nicely appointed. Our table was having an animated discussion--thanks in part to the very strong drinks that were ordered--so I didn't notice if the dining room seemed noisy or not. I had the $21 fish tacos. Three fish tacos for $21. Uh, yeah. What is this, Manhattan? I recommend Pomegranate mostly because the people at my table were satisfied with what they ordered for the most part and we had a great time. Be prepared to pay though. Troy P.S. The carrot cake is really a spice cake. If you know what a real carrot cake tastes like, do NOT order this one. You will be disappointed.
05/31/2008 Posted by secretasianman84
This is always my favorite place to go for fine dining with a casual atmosphere. The food is consistently excellent, and for the quality of what you get, reasonably priced. It is not cheap, but the same food at stuffier restaurants will cost you 50% more. The menu is always seasonal and made from local ingredients, and I'm consistently impressed with the caliber of cooking going on here. My understanding is that it's a catering company with a dining room, and it's clear that whoever creates the menus here has a real passion for food. Items are creative and interesting, this place is a real gem for foodies. Coffee and baked goods are also top notch. This is not a fancy restaurant. The food is really excellent, but the dining room feels like a dressed up warehouse. The tablecloths are plastic, and there are huge windows so you can see into the enormous kitchen. The atmosphere is elegant, but extremely simple. They also do not take reservations, and it's very popular, so a wait can be expected most nights. Fortunately I live close by and will pop by to "get a table" 30 minutes before I take friends there :) I've had nothing but good experience with the service. Always fast, and always with a smile. I just wish the wait to get a table were shorter.
Pros: Fantastic food that is creative, seasonal, and local
Cons: They don't take reservations, atmosphere doesn't match the food
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