Kirkland, Washington, located 11 miles east of Seattle, is an upscale community located on the shores of Lake Washington. Walkers, joggers and bikers are seen constantly along the city's extensive lakefront pathway system, and a marina provides convenient access to the lake for boaters. Kirkland has several restaurants and bars offering a diverse selection of gourmet fare, including steak in a variety of preparations.
Located one block from the water, Hector's features grilled steaks, seafood and entree salads. For lunch, try Hector's classic hanger steak served with a chimichurri marinade, or a salad topped with Corona-lime-marinated and grilled flat-iron steak. Filet mignon is the steak specialty featured on Hector's dinner menu and is served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. The 16-ounce Emerald City rib eye is another steak entree, grilled with an herb and coffee crust. Free parking is available behind Hector's, which opens early for breakfast on weekdays and brunch on weekends. Hector's Restaurant is located across from Marina Park near the intersection of Lake Street and Kirkland Avenue.
Trellis serves organic fare fresh from the chef's own farm and other local producers. The restaurant's farm-to-table philosophy emphasizes fresh ingredients, including steaks from hand-raised livestock. Entrees at Trellis include grilled flat-iron steak served with Caesar salad, hanging tender steak served with roasted root vegetables, filet mignon paired with a wine and cheese sauce, and tenderloin tips served with grilled broccolini. Trellis is located inside the Heathman Hotel, which is a luxury boutique destination in downtown Kirkland. The hotel provides complimentary transportation by hybrid SUV for diners with reservations living within a five-mile radius. Trellis Restaurant is located at the intersection of Kirkland Avenue and 3rd Street near Peter Kirk Park.
The Kirkland location of the Keg Steakhouse & Bar is in the upscale neighborhood of Yarrow Bay near Lake Washington. The Keg is open weekdays for lunch and serves dinner seven nights a week, with cocktail-hour specials available weeknights in the bar and on the patio. Steak selections at the Keg are varied and include sirloins, filets, traditional cuts and prime rib. Side dishes include mushrooms, asparagus, sweet potato fries and spinach. The Keg is located near the intersection of Lake Washington Boulevard and N.E. 38th Place.
Located two miles from the southern neighborhoods of Kirkland, John Howie Steak is a fine-dining venue serving custom-aged American and Australian steaks. An open-flame mesquite charcoal grill gives John Howie steaks a unique flavor and texture. A 36-ounce rib eye or Chateaubriand may be prepared and served table-side for two, along with a table-side Caesar or spinach salad. The centerpiece of the menu is the traditional steak selection, featuring seven cuts of 28-day aged Nebraskan prime beef or 42-day aged beef served in New York strip or rib-eye cuts. Five styles of sauce may be added, and available gourmet side dishes include mushrooms, potatoes and creamed spinach.
