iconiq

The vibe is cozy and intimate with a surprisingly nice view. The waiter/host is the owner/creator of all the flavors (I know right? Didn't even realize until halfway through the meal). It's a lovely place for a special date or celebration. Now onto the food. The menu is small, which I appreciate because I just want someone to give me the most delicious things. No need to offer chicken tenders to appease the people afraid of flavors and confuse my decision-making. Since the menu is small, you should have a fantastic meal by reading the description and asking yourself what sounds intriguing. My favorite of the night was the tuna tartar duo. Who would have thought that tuna and strawberry would go well together? Caesar salad was a wonderful surprise. Fois gras risotto was so super creamy. Matcha green tea creme brulee and soy sauce ice-cream were both yummy. The portions are not big, but a meal here is not about stuffing your face. It's taking your taste buds on an adventure. It's the most delightful meal I've had in a long time. Thank you Chef Kawai for a lovely experience!

I love going to iconiq because the cuisine is utterly in alignment with my tastes. My partner heard about it through her parents who heard about it on a radio station (??). We went for our first time maybe a year or two ago and since then it's been a real hit. The food is simultaneously bold, creative, yet consistent. For example, I most recently went for the Valentine's dinner and one of the dishes was a scallop couscous salad that was extremely delicious. The scallop sashimi was placed atop the rolled couscous which contained very tiny, evenly cut apple cubes that added a hint of a sweet crunch to every bite of the salad. It just had a really good flavor combination and a heavenly texture. Even the aftertaste was up my alley. They do a truffle risotto that is really aromatic and pleasing, and I always enjoy their red wine + sake selection. Sometimes the chef likes to do different mousse-y creations on the seasonal menu and it's fun. The waitstaff is detail-oriented, meticulous, and they work really hard. I can't imagine how hectic it must be, making sure food comes out at the right time and tracking all the different moving parts in a restaurant where customers have such high expectations. The interior is cozy, clean, and elegant. The view out of the window is unexpectedly nice for its location. Really feels like a hidden gem. Parking in the neighborhood is easy. Looking forward to the next time I make a reservation.

Great food, wonderful service, comfortable and relaxed surroundings. Will definitely be back.

Tasty and unique. French cusine with a touch of Japanese taste. Love the soy sauce ice cream and the fillet mignon(perfectly cooked) They also have seasonal menu and good wine to pair with the food. The chef always come out and introduce every dish. Excellent service. Will be back!

This has been on the list for awhile. I really really wanted to love this more than we did. The food was delicious and the halibut confit and king salmon were standouts but nothing wow-ed. with the seasonal menu we will probably be back to give it another shot.

Place is my fav. On this Seattle food trip. It's Japanese and French fusion! I do feel it's more French than Japanese. The overall meal experience is well balanced and not rushed. Every dish I had was amazing! Starter: Cauliflower. The sauce is amazing! The grilled squid, Omgggg so good, squid is crispy outside and tender inside. The mid course - truffle risotto is a must try, I do feel like maybe it is because it's at the end of truffle season, the truffle was not that flavorful. For the main entree, we had the sea halibut, the fried rice is the best part!!! The beef cheeks is my fav!!! It's very tender and the red wine sauce just hits the spot! The dessert is one of my fav, desserts on this trip. I still think about it! Omg the yogurt at the bottom and the foam and Granny Smith apple at the top, it's not sweet, it is just right!! I would def come back here, also their view is amazing! Chef is also super friendly!

Came here first time on a Friday night double date with my husband and our friends. This is a very cute and relaxing atmosphere. The beautiful views of Seattle are amazing from their windows. Service was great and we enjoyed the foods we had. A couple of the items were a bit on the salty end with the ponzu sauce for me, vegetables in the grilled lamb loin and the Salade De Cesar. Soy sauce ice cream was more like salted caramel. We will plan to come back for more seasonal variations here.

My new favorite cozy, romantic dining spot. French/Italian/Japanese fusion takes the subtle flavors from each culture to create unique gastronomic experiences. Pair yazu with creme fraiche or ponzu into a tomato demi glace, and you will feel as though you've traveled halfway around the world only to find yourself at home. Tempura black cod over risotto or mixed greens with goat cheese and shiso are Iconiq's version of comfort food. All of this in a Mount Baker location with a view that is an escape from the denizens of the hoity-toity downtown crowd. I'm only sharing this now, more than a year after discovering it, just so I could savor this spot before the Yelp masses descended. These days, just be sure to make a reservation.

Very much worth trying. Classic French with a slight Japanese twist. Request the windows table for view of Seattle in advance recommended.

Best kept secret in Seattle. Absolute favorite neighborhood gem. Every course has a unique and beautiful flavor. The chef is fantastic and our server Hilda, was the stellar. Each time we come they make us feel so welcome and special. You will not be disappointed.

Four of us had dinner a week ago. As ever, the food was epic. The service & hospitality again, matching the food. We had a chilled corn soup. Wow, I could bathe in that soup. We shared five dishes off both the starter and main menu. I would highly suggest a visit to this place.

How did it take me so long to finally visit Iconiq? It's been on my Yelp "restaurants to try" collection list for quite some time. A friend and I were able to get a reservation and visit on a recent rainy, windy Seattle evening. The city lights view from the windows was very pretty, but I'd love to see it again on a clear day. We had an early reservation and were the first table sat for the evening. After ordering a beverage and our meals, we were treated to an amuse bouche of mushroom soup that was really tasty. We both started our meals with the truffle egg (delicious). I ordered the scallops with Brussels sprouts and squash pasta and my friend had the iberico pork with polenta. Both were really yummy but I would have appreciated more than two scallops for the price ($34 + 30% tax/tip = $44). We were also disappointed that there was only one white and one red wine available by the glass. They were nice wines but a bit of variety would be good. Service was friendly, the food tasted oh so good, the views were amazing, and street parking was easy to find. I'll definitely be returning for another meal!

Steak? Yes! Truffle?? Yass!! Foie gras?? Abso-fu*kin'-lutely!! Have you had that dining experience where one dish seal the deal and convinced you to come back again, after taking the first bite?? For me, that dish is the Foie Gras Risotto. I seldom describe any food as "out of this world", but this dish may be as close to that as one can get. I was worried the risotto would be too rich when paired with the foie gras, but to my surprise, both the taste and texture worked perfectly. The miso sauce on the foie gras and the wine sauce over the risotto are both a little sweet, which helps to balance the fattiness of the dish. The Prime Rib Filet Mignon was "one of the best steak" he's had this year, according to my husband. We both enjoyed the fried sweetbread on top and the foie gras butter gnocchi too! The Burgundy Truffle Ice Cream was a wonderful way to wrap up the meal. The two appetizers (pork belly confit and cauliflower trio) were mediocre. I'd recommend ordering 3 entrees instead! We also got a free mushroom soup sampler not too long after seated. Service was attentive but not overbearing. We were given the wrong appetizer dish (I should have just eaten it xp right?). The waiter took it back right away and apologized for the mistake. Overall, good dining experience. The view outside the tables next to the window seems great, though you'd have to arrive when they open to see anything in the winter.

Lovely night at Iconiq! Loved the intimate vibe and views of the city. Excellent bottle of rosé with a reasonable price tag. Both mains were beautifully prepared. Portions a bit small but packed with flavor. The broth at the bottom of the cod tempura with rice was everything - that'd be my top Recommendation. Scallops also super tasty. All around two thumbs up!

Iconiq. Just writing that word feels like a first draft of trying to invent a clever name for your business before you settle on something a little less transparently pretentious. "Welcome to iconi...Q." *groan* I have to be honest that it took me a while to make a reservation at this restaurant based on the name alone but reviews convinced me otherwise. Arriving at Iconi(q) tempered down the initial concerns I had. It's a pleasant enough space (if a bit spartan) where the kitchen is up front making the introduction. The main dining area has rather nice view of downtown Seattle although the eastern facing means the blinds will be drawn most of the time so the sun isn't searing your eyeballs (or, for most of the year, you'll be treated to Grey Town USA!) There's nothing particular striking about the interior design nor tastefully minimal as the Japanese influence of the menu would suggest but it's presented well-enough if to suggest the focus will be squarely on the food. For dinner we tried the following: * Yellow Corn Duo * Ahi Tuna Tartare Duo * Australian Truffle Risotto * Iberico Shabu Shabu * Ribeye with Italian Summer Truffle I also ordered a bottle of Junmai Ginjo. Over the course of the meal the sake really felt a tad unnecessary because none of the flavors of the food really stood out as having an overtly Japanese influence. Given the hearty nature of most of what we ordered I regretted not ordering a red of some sort. The starters were decent enough. The yellow corn duo was somewhat sweet with a lite yuzu flavor present in the mix; nothing to get too excited about. The Ahi Tuna flavor weighted far more heavily on the strawberry gazapacho in the mix, almost to the point of rendering the tuna as afterthought. Honestly it made me want the dish to be focused entirely on the soup, replacing the tuna with some other contrasting flavor and vegetables. So, the starters were fine but not that exciting to start the meal with. Then came the Australian Truffle Risotto as the mid-course. This was a very solid rendition of truffle-forward risotto dishes as was most welcome as a savory compliment to the lite starters. I basically inhaled this dish and wish I had about two more servings of it. Finally there were the beef and pork mains. Neither were particularly special or memorable I'm afraid, which was a sour note to end on. The rib eye was well prepared and presented but had almost no fat present in the cut nor was it enhanced by the sauce; it was kind of boring to be honest. Same was true for the iberico I'm afraid. This being said, the main criticism for the evening was the service. I don't know if the restaurant is understaffed, there's some part of their process that is inefficient, or both, but it took forever to be served. Our sake did not get to the table until twenty minutes of us being seated, and the total time we spent eating here was over 2 1/2 hours, most of it waiting for food. When our server did appear, he was pleasant enough but did very little in the way of explanation on the food nor engaged in any real pleasant back and forth with us; for a restaurant that strives to be iconiq with a Q, they're going to need to invest in some inconiq service. Overall this was a somewhat disappointing experience compared to what the reviews would suggest. Also, the cost of the meal was around 350 with tip which feels overpriced compared to overall quality received and when contrasted against other, cheaper fine dining evenings in Seattle. This being said, I usually knock off a half star from all Seattle Yelp reviews because, quite frankly, even today Seattle lacks the overall culinary footprint and gastronomical appreciation of other major metropolitan areas so a four star overall seems appropriate; I'm going to assume this was an imperfect night and a return visit could change my mind.

A Hidden Gem in Seattle!! Tucked away in Mount Baker Iconiq has some of the best views of the city. Along with these great views, the food at Iconiq was both unique and delectable. The flavors of the dishes really complimented each other and for an unmatched dining experience, you have to pair the food with either a wine or a sake! The service, overall, was impeccable. Everyone was attentive and made sure that we were well taken care of. A reservation in the main dining is a must if you want a stellar view paired with great food!!

Superb food, lovely atmosphere. Excellent accommodating service. The chef is an absolute gem. This restaurant never disappoints. The wine list is expertly chosen. The desserts are imaginative and extraordinarily satisfying. I highly recommend this under the radar Bistro.

I've eaten at Iconiq a number of times given that I live in the neighborhood but the fish I had last night was one of the best things I've ever eaten and I had to come here and say that. The local sole meunière with morel mushroom and miso corn rice pilaf is perfection. The watermelon salad, tomato and cantelope dessert, and the peach Melba were also very good, but I'll remember that sole dish forever. Chef Kawai is a kind, authentic person and his food is amazing.

Overall experience was very underwhelming. We arrived for a 7pm seating and there were dishes that were not available already. It left us with mostly only risotto dishes and a steak dish. I had reserved a window seating and was seated next to the window of walls but no window. This was a huge disappointment since it was a special occasion and the ambiance was an important piece of it. When we asked for recommendations, the waiter simply told us everything was good. We ordered all of the risottos amongst the table. Overall none stood out that much. One risotto was undercooked and another very mushy and overcooked. Certainly not the experience you would expect for the price. Would not recommend or return.

This may be our favorite restaurant in the Seattle area. Amazing service, great food, great nuanced wine pairings. Overall great experience and a great find. Simply great.

Went on a Wednesday night (yes we like to eat off-cycle). Definitely French in style with heavy influence from Japanese cuisine. (It's not Japanese cuisine with French influence if anyone was wondering.) Really, really great food. And what I mean by that, sometimes, you are looking for a great dish that doesn't try to do too much and is executed to perfection. You can identify and savor all the ingredients that composed the dish and aren't sitting there wondering what this or that is on the plate. Often times, chefs try to do TOO MUCH. And I'm looking down at a dish and saying, what's in this again. That is NOT this restaurant. I won't go into specifics of what we ordered, since it seems the dishes change frequently based on the season. (They also have monthly food events that they host. This month it's sake tastings with an accompanying 5 course menu.) My friend was actually tempted to sign-up to come back the following night for that, just to provide reference of the quality of the experience. But just know, the quality of the food and the execution is top notch on all the 4 dishes we ordered (we ate family style). Their wine list (sake, wine, beer) looked extensive. We opted for a couple Japanese craft beers and were pleasantly surprised. The second thing I look for in a great restaurant (other than food of course) is atmosphere. While it was a slow night, we never felt rushed or unattended to. Dishes were spaced and paced appropriately. Honestly, it could be romantic (what a view!) or just a hang out with a good friend. The simplicity of the interior lends itself to the unpretentious vibe. When I come to a restaurant like Iconiq, it gives me hope for the Seattle food scene. A high-quality neighborhood spot that can also be a destination spot. Hoping more restaurants like this continue to open and thrive.

I gave this place a four star because of its service and menu. The chefs and the servers were amazing, they greeted and gave us warm welcome. We sat down by the bar with an amazing view! Atmosphere and service is phenomenal but I took away one star because of the food. Spanish Octopus, 5 star. This is probably one of the best octopus I had in a while. The chef did an amazing job cooking it to the right tenderness. The flavor was great as well. Filet Mignon, 3 star. Maybe because I got medium well, so the meat texture didn't taste quiet to the tenderness that I want. But it was also lacking flavor, I wouldn't hate it but I also wouldn't want to get it again. I did not get it with the truffle so maybe thats why it didn't taste as good as I hoped? But I'm just not a fan of truffles. Mushroom Risotto, 2 star. I did not like this at all, the rice was a little hard to chew on. It just tasted like mushroom and bland. Got 2 star because they actually made the mushroom really well. Overal I still want to give this place a 4 star.

Made a reservation here for our very quick trip to Seattle, so my expectations were really high since it was the only high-end restaurant we went to on our entire trip. I had read really great things so maybe my expectations were a bit too high? The good: My glass of wine and filet mignon were both superb :) our server was great. View out the window was beautiful. The meh: The salmon dish was just OK. The "needs improvement": we like to have bread with our meal, and usually at a nice restaurant the bread is divine. Here, what we paid for was cold and hard. I was also surprised with the lack of ambience inside or even with the exterior- it was like a basic strip center sandwich shop! With the high price tag and raving reviews, I just expected to be blown away...

Chef Kawai & the food he served us were all amazing. Being served by the chef and getting the opportunity to talk to him about his dishes and the inspiration he used to create them was really special. We started with a complimentary amuse bouche - butternut squash soup with yuzu foam. Absolute perfection! Then we ordered the beet & goat cheese salad with lotus root chips, French onion soup, foie gras risotto, pork, filet, and banana cheesecake with smoked tea ice cream. The fantastic food & service will bring us back! Thank you for a great night out, chef! :)

Crazy delicious!!! Great service, food came out quickly, plating was beautiful, and the food was some of the very best I've ever had. I would definitely eat here again! We ate the pork belly too quickly to take a picture. Whoops!

Unlike my other yelp reviews, I had to sit and think about the experience at the restaurant. The service is superb. He sat us at a table and of course the tables with the view were taken. Shortly after two tables by the view left, the server offered us the corner booth table with the view. He was very attentive and had a very kind approach to our needs. We ended up staying over 2 hours and probably past closing time as we were the last party at the restaurant, not once there were any passive nor aggressive gestures of rushing us to leave. The ambiance of the restaurant is quite intimate. About 6 tables and a corner bar for seating. So now the food: We had Tuna Tartare, I expect tartar to be little more minced than diced. It had a twist of a fresh strawberry with the tartar. I do not like any type of sweet in my food such as raisen with cous cous or pineapple on pizza, but in this case, the strawberry was not overpowering, but yet it gave a nice little refreshing afterward taste. Tempura Neah Bay Black Cod Risotto - I think it sounded amazing and it tasted good as well. The tempura in my head would have some crisp texture with softer bite inside. Black Cod tempura batter was little bit disappointing as my expectation was little different. Risotto was excellent, but should have never exceeded the main black cod on top as far as the taste goes. It does go well when you eat the cod and risotto together. I tried eating separately and tried eating together. Also, black cod being a wonderful fatty meat, I would have never fried it as the cod meat is delicious as itself without a layer of frying batter. Last, Ribeye with Italian Summer Truffle - Ribeye was cooked raw just like French would have it. They do not ask how you want the meat done, they want you to taste the meat. The ribeye sat on the hashed brown potato cake, just like John Howie. It was cooked perfectly and beautiful presentation. John Howie was terrible, but I think I was hoping for something more creative and eclectic as I hoped it was Japanese French. It could have been scalloped gratinee potatoes or something that is eccentric. Now, the most amazing part about the dish was the sauce. The sauce is actually the most difficult to make as it should be a beautiful support for any dish and it was. The sauce was not overpowering, and it sat on the side for you as a support to bring out the best of the meat taste and the fresh vegetables. Also, perfect sauce portion. One thing I did appreciate was that this restaurant does not use salt as the main ingredient and it stages the food resource as a main focus. So I can taste the meat, potatoes, vegetables and if I needed to dip a sauce on the side to enhance the taste, it was there. I think I give four stars because the chef has something special going, but something is holding back from exceeding that one and only feel. Anyhow, I will definitely come back again - very good restaurant overall.

I have no words; this restaurant blew me away! The ribeye was cooked perfectly and the truffle flavors of the dish were amazing. The tempura black cod was so flaky and the interesting combination of the risotto and ponzu sauce was unexpectedly so delicious. View was beautiful and service was great. I CANNOT wait to come back again one day.

Just. Amazing. Dare I say even the best bites I've had in Seattle? I had booked a private dining even for my husband's 40th and Chef Kawai has surpassed all expectations. He catered the menu according to our preferences and every single bite was just phenomenal. Our first course was a Vichysoisse. Now, I'm not usually a cold soup kind of person but I can eat a whole gallon of this. It's creamy as a vichyssoise is supposed to be but the truffle vinaigrette that was added ensured that it never got heavy. It was then topped with a delicious parmesan foam that not only added even more flavor but added an almost airy texture. This was followed by a pork belly confit that is everything you want in pork belly. The crunch, the richness which is then balanced out by pickled cabbage and soy honey mustard, and the asparagus puree that just ties it all together. After the heavier pork, he followed it up with a summer risotto and he did NOT skimp on the truffles. Every bite was just delicious crisp, truffle-y flavor that is complemented by the creamy risotto. Now the lobster mac and cheese. It definitely wasn't what I was expecting. He had pea coulis and micro shiso that just made this dish a light course, then he topped that up with a togarashi tuile that gave it some crunch. Just delicious. Last course before dessert was a filet mignon with a saikyo-yaki foie gras. He topped the foie gras with some white miso sauce that was *chef's kiss* and then added some crispy maitake mushrooms and perigourdine sauce. I wasn't able to take a photo because I inhaled the whole dish before I knew it. Dessert...oh the dessert. I could eat it all day. It was an absolutely amazing palate cleanser after the steak. The Yogurt Blancmange with the raspberry yuzu sorbet were just the right amount of tart and melt-in-your-mouth, this was beautifully surrounded by marinated berries and a red wine foam that was just...wow. If I had the superhuman kind of metabolism, this is probably something I would eat everyday. I would eat this whole entire meal everyday. We've gone here before the pandemic and even then I remember how amazing his dishes are. I just can't say enough good things (and I know I've said delicious several times...because everything really is) and I think he needs more recognition for his talent. Brava Chef Toshi Kawai!

July Le Menu d'Été CHILLED YELLOW CORN SOUP: Corn soup was sweet and creamy, a refreshing starter; miso croutons added some nice extra kicks; tempura squash blossom was not too oily and paired well with the savory tomato gazpacho sorbet FRESH SCALLOPS: Scallop pieces were fresh and tender; sushi rice just the right amount of acidity blended surprisingly well with the pungent flavor of anchovies and spices from the tapenade; ratatouille was on point. Overall a delightful summer dish! NEAH BAY PETRALE SOLE MEUNIÈRE: Beignets were nicely fried with pillowy and crispy crusts but escargot fillings were rather dry and did not take on much of the herb-garlic flavor, although they did have that palate-pleasing delicately chewy consistency; fingerling potatoes were also dry; Petrale sole was nicely seared but tasted bland SAIKYO-YAKI FOIE GRAS RISOTTO: Pleasant aroma by the Maillard reaction of foie gras; foie gras itself was ultra-soft and had an intense burst of umami; risotto was velvety and creamy; sauce Bordelaise helped balancing out the greasiness of the foie gras TROPICAL FRUIT PARFAIT: An overall minty, sour and very refreshing dessert with little hint of spiciness, a nice creative touch by the chef :)

I dined here a few years ago for my anniversary with my girlfriend. We reserved a table a few weeks in advance for a window seat. After arriving and sitting down, we were asked to move from the window seat to another table for another party. At this point my partner and I should have just left. This left a poor taste for us and literally ruined our night. Food was mediocre and staff was not helpful at all. Staff did not do anything to remedy the situation and did not care that we had to move from our seats after sitting down and starting to order our meals. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. It was literally the worst dining experience of my life. I warn all my friends and family not to come here. Shame on you.

I really want to like this place and would give it 3.5 stars. I'm usually not a big fan of fusion, but Japanese influenced French cuisine intrigues me given I've had very good experience of such in France. Didn't expect it'd be comparable but think it's worth a try. The ambience is nice, intimate and modern. The lighting is a bit dimmer than I'd like but doesn't bother me too much, it helps to get a better look of the nice view out the window. Wine by the glass is limited with only 2 options - one red, one white. Ordered the red, it is very good. The menu puzzles me a bit with lots of risotto dishes, I thought it's a French restaurant? Maybe risotto is one of chef's favorite? so thought I'd give it a try. The risotto was good but didn't blow me away. I had foie gras risotto, foie gras was nicely cooked, creamy and smooth, but having it on risotto was way too rich...in hindsight I shouldn't have ordered it thinking through. Service was good, slow but understandable as they seem understaffed like most places now. Overall the food is good, flavor is on point, but not sure if it's at the level that justifies the price point.

It's been a while since I've written a review but I couldn't hold back after eating at iconiq last night! This is one of our favorite restaurants in Seattle and we feel so lucky to have it located just up the street from us, even if it has become more of a special-occasion-type spot for us. The ambiance is great with an awesome view of downtown Seattle and the mountains if it's clear out. It's a small, intimate restaurant and the chef is very present to make recommendations regarding what to order, wine pairings, etc. And the FOOD! There is truly nothing I've eaten here that I haven't loved. Every piece of meat is cooked to tender perfection and all of the flavors are perfectly paired. We typically get a couple different dishes and split between us which allows us to try a little bit of everything. If you're looking for a fancy dinner with unique, perfectly crafted dishes, excellent customer service, look no further. It is definitely worth a stop in!

Cute little place in Mt Baker. There is nothing around in the area but this place is certainly a gem for the locals I'm sure. The decor is simple and clean but the view is what you go for!! Try to sit as close to the windows as you can. For food, we started with two glasses of cremant, just great. Then, we had the cauliflower trio and the crispy octopus. The octopus was our least favorite of all for the night. There was nothing special about it: the octopus lacked flavor and was missing the beautiful sweetness you normally would find in well treated octopus. It was served with some lack-luster, under seasoned potatoes. Nothing to write home about overall. The cauliflower trio on the other hand was a delight. Mainly because of the touch of Yuzu in the cauliflower foam. It was delicate and tangy! For mains, my husband had the chowder soup (he wasn't very hungry). It was good - beautifully displayed and had lots of bites of bacon and daikon (instead of potato). I had the foie gras risotto and couldn't be more happy. It was creamy and decadent. Beautiful playing too. The best parts of the night were definitely the cauliflower trio and the risotto. The worst were the octopus and the host/bus person. He seemed to be a young, uninformed new hire. Very unaware, awkward, and clearly didn't know what he was doing! Little bit of work to do with the service staff based on this but otherwise, a lovely visit.

I would give 4.5/5. Food is good but not amazing. Almost too ordinary for the price, but don't get me wrong food tastes good. Overall the experience is good. Make sure to reserve for a good table with a view.

Updating: 12/31/18 We're here for New Years Eve!!! Yayyyyyy! Chef Toshi is back!!! Many pictures to follow this time around. This evening is a prix fixe menu. Please see the menu picture and food pictures for this one of a kind meal.

this restaurant locates on a hill and overlooks Seattle. The view is pretty nice at night if you sit by the window. The service is alright. Our waiter clearly forgot about our order but he is very quick at thinking so he was like 'ohh yea you guys definitely have the scallops coming' which was kind of funny. I would recommend Yuzi sparkling water if you don't like sweet drinks. In terms of food, the quality is pretty good! Four of us ordered a total of six entrees. I really liked the pork belly and scallops pasta! The dessert is kinda interesting. I personally don't like lavender ice cream. But the yogurt at bottom tastes pretty good! A little overpriced for the amount of food served. Overall a good restaurant that worth trying! Good place for a date!

Let's start with saying, I was disappointed that I didn't get to try everything -- you'll need to make reservations for dining. This is your ideal date night/splurge type of restaurant with the right ambiance, view, and food. Great for food adventures, but not great if you're seeking to get filled on a budget. Service: attentive, polite, and straightforward; provided enough time to look over the menu before taking my order. The head chef/owner is also opened to compliments and critiques as he's the one serving you. Food: Hits all the right palates, yet the flavour profiles are so light. I highly recommend getting a glass of (white) wine to go with everything 'cause I cheated and took sips to reset my tastebuds to experience the orgasmic first-bite sensation all over again. 0) Soy Onion Gratin Soup - Surprising starter from the chef, delicious umami packed shot that has a slight cheesiness from the foam. 1) Iberico Pluma w/ Mascarpone Polenta - slightly on the sweeter side from the strawberry yuzu sauce. I was skeptical of the sauce, but it surprisingly balanced the acidity from the cabbage+asparagus along with the umami from the iberico (a delicious pork version of steak) and polenta (tasted very similar to corn bread, but smoother cake texture) . I enjoyed that everything tasted well separately, and even better combined. If I had to describe the dish, I'd say it's a lovely summer rendition of a typical American Thanksgiving meal. 2) Painted Hills Prime Beef Filet Mignon - this is the one to get slapped with buttery umami goodness. It's easy to appreciate great protein, but the veggies and mashed potatoes were astounding. Not a fan of mushrooms, but the maitake mushrooms had the right amount of shroomy umami, but also a surprisingly pleasant crispiness to them. Don't get me started on the mashed potatoes... I'd have been happy with just the filet mignon and the mashed potatoes, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't pleased with the additional fattiness from foie gras. To top it off, the sauce bordelaise blended well with the protein and butteriness without stealing the spotlight (like how steak sauce generally steals the addition from the lingering acidity -- not this case). 3) Berry Soup & Blancmange - I thoroughly enjoyed the "uh-oh" moments in this dessert as well as the raspberry sorbet with yuzu tang. When trying the red wine foam, I thought "uh-oh" the musky wine taste would follow, possibly ruining the dessert -- it didn't. Same with the blancmange; I tasted yogurt and thought that musky Greek yogurt taste is going to follow -- bamboozled. Overall, a fantastic and fun experience. Note: Menu may be subject to change depending on the ingredients and season!

Great experience. The service and food were really great. The only let down was that we didn't get a seat in the inner part of the restaurant that boasted a great view of the Seattle sky line. The chef was so friendly and hospitable. He personally spoke to us and explained certain techniques and was genuine in wanting to know how our experience was. that was awesome. We enjoyed every item we had there. The salmon confirm was great and just melted in your mouth. The steak was outstanding too. The flavors were very balanced and I love the Japanese flavor influences. I also really loved the dessert. It was a berry pot de creme type dessert that was not too sweet but hit the spot. Since their menu rotates, I'm eager to go back and try something different.

TLDR: An interesting Japanese French fusion with pretty good cook, but the seasoning is not balanced (some dishes are a bit too salty and sour). I can see their potential ------ Pro: 1. Good creativity on the dish styles, and the size of the dish is good enough to make me feel full easily; 2. The crispy octopus is cooked perfectly. The surface is super crispy and thin while the inside keeps tenderly chewy; 3. The Truffle Risotto is well cooked. The rice was cooked just right and the creamy seasoning didn't even bother its "crispy" taste. The amount of truffle is also great, and it looks super clean and cool in the black plate. ------ Cons: 1. Some food is unexpectedly salty and sour. For example, the sourness in Cauliflower Trio was too strong that it broke the freshness brought by yuzu; and the pickles aside the crispy octopus was too salty... 2. The fish tastes like nothing. And the broth is a bit too sour that it's even harder to taste the fish and the matsutake. 3. The dessert has strong yogurt taste that I don't think it's a good ending of a meal... I'd prefer yuzu flavor instead.

I love this restaurant! I have visited many times. And the menu changes every time so that I can enjoy it every time. The flavors are all delicious! All the dishes are definitely delicious. The wine selection is good, and the service is excellent. It's good for special occasions, and if you're hungry and want some good food, I highly recommend this restaurant!

What a great gem tucked away at Mount Baker! 4.5 stars. A brand new restaurant that has been opened for 3 months or so. Its chef clearly put lots of time and effort in the cuisine and place itself. I started off with the bread ($4). The bread crust is crispy and the bread itself is soft. Makes a great appetizer. The Rosé (Domaine J. Laurens Cremant de Limoux Rose) tastes bubbly and just as how you would expect rosé to be. I tried Iberico ($32, shabu shabu iberico: mustard sauce, couscous, oven-dried tomatoes) and that was amazing! A very creative dish that is delicious and aesthetically pleasing at the same time. The $11 chocolate trio (duo?) is a little bland and I was not a fan of the jelly cover. I thought it was sugar topping (like creme brulee) but it was not. The chocolate itself is airy and fluffy, taste like chocolate mousse. Just to my personal liking, I am not a huge fan of mousse. And from the presentation, it is clearly a duo. And is it a trio? The berry soup ($10) looked so good from other Yelpers' photos so my friend and I had to order it. I thought the berry soup is absolutely yummy and delicious. My friend tasted alcohol from the soup and I thought it was a joke. We did, however, get confirmation from the server that red wine was indeed mixed in the soup. Small restaurant that seats perhaps no more than 30 to 40 people. So you are recommended to call for a reservation ahead of time. Clean single stall bathroom that is creatively decorated. Paper towels available. The menu is limited so make sure you check it out before your visit. Expect to pay around $50 - $70/person after taxes and tips. Street parking, however, is plenty. This is what happens when you open a new restaurant at an unusual location. We chatted with the chef as he stopped by our table. He said many customers have already talked about not used to traveling to a restaurant that is located at Mount Baker. He chose this location because of the view and the rather unexpected location. Overall I had a wonderful dining experience here. I wish this restaurant great success in the future.

Iconiq is such a hidden gem. We made the best decision ever to dine at Iconiq to celebrate our engagement back in August. Thank you, Chef Kawai, for sharing with us your beautiful creation of the sweet tomato and cantaloupe dessert. After all these months I am still savoring. It was the most amazing dessert ever. You are incredible. We are lucky to have you in this neighborhood and we are absolutely amazed by your journey all the way from Osaka to the Pacific Northwest. We are really thankful for your love of food and dedication to creating memorable experiences for the community. Aside from how amazing your food is, we are so impressed by how well and seamlessly the kitchen operates, and how you keep everything so beautifully organized. You clearly take great care of your staff members and deeply care about them. We will visit you often and are super excited to see your business grow and prosper!

I had been wanting to come and my friend bought me a birthday dinner here. we arrived early and it was completely empty. we opted to sit at the counter and chat with the owners. good choice. it helped make the evening. risotto and scallops were our selections for the night. we had to avoid short ribs, because of the soy in the marinade, which made me a little sad. the entrees were beautifully done and were perfect to share. these were from the spring menu and we'll look forward to what comes out in the summer.

I wrote a very positive review a few years ago and gave iconiq five stars. I have eaten at this restaurant several times since then. The chef has maintained the high quality of the food and service over time, despite the difficulties caused by lockdowns. The chef is an artist. He continues to create and experiment. The results are extraordinary. He combines French and Japanese ingredients and techniques to produce transformative dishes. I look forward to my next visit.

My sister lives in Tokyo, so when I visit, interesting to try the western restaurants with Japanese ingredients over there, never would have thought I would see that kind of restaurant in Seattle, so finally tried it out. The food was great, pretty innovated, though the service can be better. Iconiq has a interesting layout, with some seating in the front, a long bar looking at the kitchen and more tables in the back with windows look at Seattle. The views are great for the summer nights. When I came in, it was pretty empty, though it took a long time for me to get seated. There was only one waitress, along with the two chefs, but with the amount of guest, it shouldn't take that long, but everything was delayed, from the ordering to getting the check. The service it self was good, but just very slow. I had the Japanese clam chowder and the Muscovy duck. I enjoyed both dishes, they were well executed and was pretty to look at. You can see that attention to detail and skill of the chef in the two dishes. There is only a limited wine menu, didn't see any other type of alcohol, but the wine they had were pretty good.

I was fascinated! I didn't expect the dishes would be SOOOOO good! Iconiq is now my favorite restaurant in Seattle. Chef and Owner Toshi made sure that we could get seated in the dining room since we called to ask the day before. Although I told him it was okay for us to remain in the front room since the restaurant was full that night, Toshi-San insisted to change tables for us after we enjoyed our Starters. We ordered soy-onion gratin soup and crispy Spanish octopus for starters. The onion soup was so creamy and cheesy, it was literally the best onion soup I have ever had. I do not like onion soup before but this made me started to enjoy it, amazing! The octopus was my favorite dish of the night. It was so crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. We were so amazed by the taste, it actually tasted like crab! Sadly the portion was a bit small, I wanted more! Toshi-San told us this dish took more than 3 hours to marinate and prepare, such delicate work! For the Mains, we ordered saikyo-yaki foie gras risotto and salmon confit. The salmon tasted good, the sauce was a special one. But it was relatively ordinary and I will try another main dish next time. The foie gras risotto was SUPERB! My husband cannot stop praising it afterwards and said he missed it EVERY day. The Foie gras melted in our mouths, the risotto was creamy. We enjoyed the savory dishes a lot more than the dessert chocolate crème brulee, but I wish to try another dessert next time. It is an excellent value for the price. We would definitely visit again and again! Thank you Toshi-San!

We had a reservation at 5:45 pm on the window side table. The chef was our server & waiter. Cool guy. Couldn't quiet hear him all the time with the mask on. The food here is superior. We had: 1. The Mizuna Nicose Salad 2. Salmon Confit 3. Neah Bay Petrale Sole Meuniere The salad was excellent. Well dressed. The poached egg seemed odd at first, but worked. I especially liked the olive tapenade. The salmon confit was delicious. I almost thought he sous vided the salmon. It was so tender! The cabbage underneath was next level. I'm a huge asparagus fan so that was fantastic as well. The real knockout punch was the sauce of the Sole main dish. It was divine! The forbidden rice and fried almonds went well together. The sole reminded me of a Chicken Cordon Bleu without the cheese and ham. How this man gets a white fish to taste so delicious without relying on the flavors of fat is beyond me. I highly recommend this place. Just make a reservation. We had to make one a week in advance on their website. Lastly, come at 7 pm of you can. He opens the curtains for the view then.

Great food and great chef, we had a wonderful evening at the restaurant. The menu has a lot of seasonal items and was very refreshing, was experimental but has a home cooked warmth to it in the best way. Good ambience and beautiful view from the window, a great place for dinner dates!

Ordered take out for quarantine, it was 28 per person for a 3 course and the menu changes depending on what they have. The salad was nothing out of the blue, pretty standard with vinaigrette dressing. The bourguignon had a homey, comfort food vibe + was very filling. The blancmange was soft, very light, which is nice since the main is pretty heavy. The pickup is also very safe since they bring it outside for you. Overall it was pretty good, but nothing super overwhelmingly good, prob due to the fact that its takeout.

Must go in a group to try all the wonderful flavors they offer. It's pleasing to the eyes and your taste buds. Their mushroom soup starter was divine. We pretty much ordered more than half of the menu and we were impressed with all of the dishes. We will go back!