Cafe Juanita
Holly Smith's James Beard–winning Northern Italian — the Eastside's most awarded fine-dining room and one of the best in the state, full stop.
Known For
James Beard Award–winning Friulian cuisine — rabbit, hand-rolled pasta, and Holly Smith's quiet excellence.
What to Order
Rabbit braised in vinegar and Sangiovese, hand-rolled tajarin, suckling pig, seasonal tasting
What to Drink
Italian-deep wine list, grappa flight, classic Negroni
Price Range
$$$$
Dress Code
Smart casual / business
Reservation Tip
Book 30 days out. Tasting menu is the move.
Hours
Tue–Sat 5–9
Why Vantage Members Should Care
Holly Smith won James Beard Best Chef Northwest in 2008 and the room has only sharpened since. The Eastside's most serious meal.
Who Goes
Anniversary tables, executive client dinners, Eastside food insiders
Address
9702 NE 120th Pl, Kirkland, WA 98034
How To
How to Dine at Cafe Juanita
A step-by-step guide to dining at Cafe Juanita — a Seattle-area restaurant curated by Vantage.
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Decide what you came for
Holly Smith won James Beard Best Chef Northwest in 2008 and the room has only sharpened since. The Eastside's most serious meal.
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Make the reservation
Book 30 days out. Tasting menu is the move.
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Order the signatures
Order Rabbit braised in vinegar and Sangiovese, hand-rolled tajarin, suckling pig, seasonal tasting. Pair it with Italian-deep wine list, grappa flight, classic Negroni.
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Show up the right way
Dress code: Smart casual / business. Head to 9702 NE 120th Pl, Kirkland, WA 98034 in Juanita.
Frequently Asked
Questions about Cafe Juanita
What is Cafe Juanita?+
Holly Smith's James Beard–winning Northern Italian — the Eastside's most awarded fine-dining room and one of the best in the state, full stop.
What should I order at Cafe Juanita?+
Rabbit braised in vinegar and Sangiovese, hand-rolled tajarin, suckling pig, seasonal tasting
What should I drink at Cafe Juanita?+
Italian-deep wine list, grappa flight, classic Negroni
What are the hours at Cafe Juanita?+
Tue–Sat 5–9
How much does dinner at Cafe Juanita cost?+
Cafe Juanita is in the $$$$ price tier and the dress code is smart casual / business.
What is the dress code at Cafe Juanita?+
Smart casual / business
How do I get a reservation at Cafe Juanita?+
Book 30 days out. Tasting menu is the move.
Why should Vantage members go to Cafe Juanita?+
Holly Smith won James Beard Best Chef Northwest in 2008 and the room has only sharpened since. The Eastside's most serious meal.
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