Swiftwater Cellars
Winery · Kittitas County ·

Swiftwater Cellars

Winery · Kittitas County ·

New American dishes, fine wines, patio with golf course views

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301 Rope Rider Dr, Cle Elum, WA 98922 Get directions

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This Washington Resort Is Perfect for Family Vacations — With Beautiful Mountain Views, Delicious Food, and Fun Activities for All Ages

"A moms night out at Swiftwater Cellars Winery was singled out by fellow travelers — Crystal Lewis and her group said they loved the experience during their family vacation at Suncadia." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Swiftwater Cellars

Brian D.

Google
This place was absolutely beautiful. The food is out of this world. I recommend the tomahawk steak. 32 ounces of amazing. If you come here, ask for Jason, the server. He defines guest service and will take care of everything. Thank you Jason, well done!

Marilee Howsam T.

Google
I’ve been going to Swiftwater Cellars since it first opened, and it’s never once disappointed. Whether with friends or family, it’s always my favorite place to bring people for a great meal. The food is consistently delicious, and the service is exceptional—friendly, attentive waitstaff who make you feel right at home. It’s the perfect spot for celebrating, catching up, or just enjoying a lovely evening out in Suncadia. A true gem!

Alyssa Donaldson (Lyssalashell P.

Google
Swiftwater Cellars is an absolutely stunning venue and a dream location for any wedding! I had the honor of documenting Daniel and Katie’s fall wedding here, and it was nothing short of magical. The breathtaking mountain views and scenic outlook provided the perfect backdrop for their first look and bridal portraits. The combination of natural beauty and rustic elegance makes this venue truly special. One of the standout moments of the day was the way the sun peeked through the cloudy haze, casting a soft, romantic glow over their bridal portraits together near sunset. The lighting, combined with the stunning landscape, created an atmosphere that felt straight out of a fairytale. Beyond the gorgeous scenery, Swiftwater Cellars offers a warm and inviting space with a beautifully designed indoor area that perfectly complements its outdoor charm. The staff was incredibly accommodating and ensured that every detail was taken care of, making the day seamless and stress-free for the couple. Whether you’re looking for a breathtaking mountain backdrop, a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, or an all-around unforgettable venue, Swiftwater Cellars delivers it all. I can’t wait for the next opportunity to capture a wedding at this incredible location!

Stephanie M.

Google
I was treated to a lovely birthday dinner this past weekend at Swiftwater Cellars! We had a reservation for 13-15 guests ahead of time, but unfortunately, given the company policy we were unable to push the tables together so everyone could sit together. That left half of the party (the kids) at a booth separate from us. Not sure if the kids liked it better or not being without the grownups, but as a parent, my preference would’ve been for everyone to sit together. Our waiter was kind and knowledgeable about the menu. I appreciate that he let me try two wines before choosing the Vognier for the evening. Absolutely delicious! We also ordered a wide range of food, from cheeseburger’s and fries to pear pizza and chicken parmigiana, and everything was tasty! It also came to our table in a timely manner, which was appreciated given that we were all starving. The dessert options were also superb, and I highly recommend the chocolate mousse cake…yum! The decor was whimsical and fun, especially due to the holiday season. We also liked the rustic touches, and the fact that we saw deer frolic by outside while we were dining definitely added to the ambiance! Overall a great time!

Kim W.

Google
Swiftwater Cellars was the PERFECT location for our intimate wedding reception. Emma and Nicole were so helpful, kind, and 100% delivered on what we designed for our special day. The staff made sure that the drinks and appetizers were flowing. A huge shout-out to the chef for providing vegan and vegetarian options for our guests. Everything tasted delicious! Did I mention how enjoyable the wine is as well?? 10/10 recommend. Can't wait to visit as newlyweds!

JoAneen

Google
Based on this experience... the fig flatbread is a hit if you love figs. Plenty of them. Burger was great and specially drinks were delightful. Trevor was great.

Krystal P.

Google
I was at a beautiful wedding here. The staff, atmosphere and food were all amazing. This is a beautiful place for a wedding.

Shantel G.

Google
Got wine and dessert. The wine was all ok we tried so many wines and all agreed we didn't like any enough to buy a bottle of it. The desserts were good. Service was really bad. It took 5+ minutes to be greeted after being seated. They got our order wrong and took 15+ minutes to bring us a dessert menu.
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Kristhian C.

Yelp
Good wine and view is amazing, food was also delicious and arrived right away Service was kind and great! Highly recommended.
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Declan H.

Yelp
This place and the view were beautiful, but the service and quality of the wine didn't really match that. It kind of felt like an upscale golf clubhouse, which I guess it kind of is, seeing as it is right next to the course. We went a bit out of our way to stop here so I was disappointed to find that it wasn't much of a tasting room, and the menu was quite limited and boring so it wasn't much of a restaurant either. At least the pours were generous.
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Alexis C.

Yelp
Yummy steak! I've been here lots of times but this is my first time having steak here! Great place to come for wine and a swanky dinner. Ambience is open with great service
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Alexa D.

Yelp
I had a great time here! I went on my birthday and made reservations in advance. Luckily, they allow dogs inside and even bring them water! My dogs had a great time. The space is lovely- thoughtfully decorated with tons of natural light and an expansive view. It feels like you're in a rich friend's living room. I got a wine flight and loved that they brought all the wines at once, along with a card bring the flavors in each. The wine was pretty good, there were a few I loved and a few that I didn't care for- pretty standard experience for a tasting! The atmosphere and the red blend will keep me coming back!
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Tony T.

Yelp
Came early on a Sunday morning and service was excellent! Started with the burrata and broccolini salad which was good but overshadowed by the main courses. The bread on the Philly cheesesteak was soft but not mushy, decent meat to bread ratio. The fish tacos were great. You can add a protein to the salad or not. Sat by the window and the view was great overlooking the golf course. Overall definitely recommend checking this restaurant out if you are staying in Suncadia.
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Michael X.

Yelp
While visiting Suncadia, we were looking for a solid option to experience a higher end of dining in the area of Suncadia - Cle Elum, and Swiftwater Cellars popped up an option that fulfills all of these checkboxes! We made a reservation at the front desk of the resort, and were luckily able to get a table on a Sunday around 7pm. Parking may be a be rough if the restaurant is busy, as there are few spots at the direct entrance to the restaurant. But there fortunately are more parking spaces if you go a bit more down the road on the left hand side facing the forest. The restaurant itself is hosted in a big and fancy cabin with a fireplace, and was bustling with other customers when we visited. If there are many patreons, service may be a slight drag, but you can always wave your server down when you are ready to order. We got the White Flight and Seasonal Fruit Flatbread, and I got the Chicken Piccata. Which I'll review down below: White Flight: For the White Flight, I would say the 2019 Zeyphr Ridge Chardonnay was my favorite as it had a good hint of honeydew and a subtle sweetness. The 2019 Propriety White was my least favorite as it had an unpleasant bite - I don't drink wine often, so these are just my personal opinions. Seasonal Fruit Flatbread ($22): A very interesting flavored flatbread! The flatbread was topped with peaches, goat cheese, and pine nuts. It was nice as you get the gaminess of the cheese, earthiness of the pine nuts, and a bit of acidity from the peaches. There also was a slight drizzle of honey and oliver oil over the bread too that was nice. Chicken Piccata ($34): This is a tasty entree - the chicken was tender, the lemon caper sauce was delicious, and the potatoes were soft and soaked up the chicken fat well. But one thing that I personally wasn't the biggest fan of, was that all entrees on the menu in terms of price started at $32! I do understand that this is a fine dining restaurant, but I have also been to fine dining establishments where you can get a 5 course meal for the price of just the porterhouse steak (which was $120). The Piccata was overall good, but I don't think it was worth $34 in my opinion. Overall, I would say that Swiftwater Cellars is a decent option if you are looking for a higher class food in the Cle Elum area. I think that though the food is good, price of the food and better service would bump this up more in my mind. I think it was novel to try of this restaurant when visiting Suncadia, but to each their own.
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Marcie S.

Yelp
There aren't many finer dining options in the Cle Elum area, so by default it's one of the top, but I'm giving it five stars primarily for ambience. We've regularly come here for years and have always had an excellent experience. Whether it's with kiddos after a day of sledding or celebrating a friends birthday, we've always felt welcomed and comfortable. They have a wide selection of food for every palate and a lot of great seating options for you to sit back and enjoy. I always look forward to visiting Swiftwater cellars because I know we won't be disappointed, and if you haven't been you should definitely check it out.
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Jany D.

Yelp
The food was barely acceptable, choices limited. The service was SO awful. We dine out every Saturday. Worst service I've received in years.
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Misty S.

Yelp
Plain and simple, not returning. I had reserved in advance a wine tasting for my large group of friends, with half of them being from the service industry. Considering Swiftwater Cellars is located in Suncadia, we all naturally had a level of expectation for our experience, but from the onset, we were disappointed. The expectation: to have a proper winetasting as marketed. Keep in mind, you need to provide your credit card for the winetasting, so that if you don't show up for your reservation they will charge you $25 per head. So naturally, we expected this to be a big deal if they charge you for not showing up. Upon our group being escorted to our table, the hostess walked us halfway to our table and pointed to it to inform us where it was at: there was no courtesy to walk us to our table. Our server, started the experience to inform us that they didn't have enough wineware for our tasting, despite that the bar behind us had a full counter of wine glasses. The server also informed us that our party could only be split into two checks. I explained that we wanted the right side and left side separated into two checks. We ordered our flights and food and that was it, there was no wine education, or explination of what the flights were and the difference, NOPE, the waitress served our flights leaving anyone with a House flight to receive theirs one glass at a time. So at this point, there wasn't a true wine tasting, but a regular dining experience. As we sat there, multiple times we had to grab our waitresses attention because she kept passing our table up and we naturally needed things as any customer. Again, a large party, which will be charged a 20% gratuity. By the time we finished our food, those with the House flight still had not received the rest of their flight. I flagged our waitress and politely requested the check and the remainder of our flights because we had to leave. She told me she would have to ask, and I informed her, we were done eating and had to leave, so she shouldn't have to ask for something we ordered about an hour prior. I then left to the restroom and came back and she had charged the entire table to my husband's card after I clearly asked she split the table into two checks earlier. At this point, my husband said he was over it and just wanted to leave -our entire table just flabergasted by the experience. When I confronted her about this, she simply questioned with an attitude, "Is there a problem?" I explained to her that I had requested two checks. Frustrated that not only was our service horrible but that I received an attitude floored me. I wrote feedback on the receipt, "Worst service ever, the hostess needs more training, and the experience was horrible -never returning." I then spoke to the manager because I was appauled, this restaurant is located in Suncadia and we all expected a wine tasting experience with exceptional service. To put it plainly, I get better service at a brewery than here. I made it very clear, we would never return and I advise anyone looking for proper service to go anywhere but here. As an experienced waitress and bartender, you don't treat the people who keep your doors open like your bothering them. You also don't market a "Wine tasting experience" when it's not a wine tasting experience. Had the gratuity not been forced, I wouldn't have left a tip and I'm not a cheap person when it comes to tipping. As a waitress and bartender, my friends and I typically over tip because we understand the value of tips, but this experience didn't warrant one. $398 later and we were left irritated because we were truly excited for all of us to experience a wine tasting together. Later that day we saw someone with a wine collection at their home in Suncadia and we all agreed, we could've offered the residents the $398 and had a better experience. Save your money and time and go somewhere where your money is well spent.
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Joy H.

Yelp
Only came in here for some wine tastings -- the view is gorgeous and the cozy feel of the place is very warm and inviting. We had a great time chilling and drinking! The wines itself was eh, but still a good experience overall. They do their tastings a little differently with a flight of 6 for ~$20-25 depending on your selection. The pours are a good amount but does not apply to your bottle purchase unfortunately. Beautiful spot for some fun pics and to sit and sip! If you want to dine in, looks like reservations are helpful!
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Landon H.

Yelp
I absolutely love Stillwater Winery! Everything from the ambiance, the service, the drinks, and the food is to die for! The service was great, our needs were always met. Our waiter was really knowledgeable especially on what drinks to pair with dinner. I got an old fashioned and it tasted good. I loved the balanced mix of flavors. For my meal I got the ribeye and I have to say, it was so dang good I forgot to take a picture of the meal (I had to borrow a picture from someone in my party). It was cooked perfectly, and was so juicy. It is a lot and would recommend getting a side dish since it's just the ribeye. For my side I got the truffle mac and cheese and asparagus. I would highly recommend the ribeye and the truffle mac and cheese. I always look forward to my visit to Stillwater Winery. I would highly recommend this restaurant and winery to anyone! I can't wait until my next visit!
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George G.

Yelp
Great ambiance and views! Go for the wine tasting and flights. The food though was bland. In fact, everything at Suncadia resorts was not spiced. My tomahawk pork chop was perfectly cooked, but no spice, the sea bass well presented, but also no spice and strangely enough no lemon either. The service, however was amazing!
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Kristi W.

Yelp
Food is great! We had the tuna appetizer and the shrimp appetizer, so good! We also had the steak, the fish and the kids had pizza and chicken. We had a sample of the desserts, very yummy! The ginger cake was sooo good!! The view is beautiful, especially if you are near the patio. The restaurant is very loud and it makes it difficult to hear for elderly parents. Maybe more sound proofing would be great! The service was exceptional - our waiter was very kind and accommodating. So quick with delivery of our food and drinks! Yum!
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Michelle V.

Yelp
Such good food. Great service. We had a private event upstairs. We took an elevator to a huge open space with a lot of wine barrels into a private dining room. It was a little cold in the room in November. Food was excellent and service wonderful. This restaurant is at Suncadia resort in Cle Elum
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Brian S.

Yelp
Service was good, food was average for what they charge. $36 fettuccine - come on, that's insanity for noodles. Drinks were good but again expect $20 for $1 worth of booze.
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Valerie S.

Yelp
Swiftwater cellars is a great place for wine tasting and food in suncadia! Staff are so nice and friendly. The restaurant is also dog friendly. Wine and food are decent. This is also the cutest wedding venue! We looked at booking it for our wedding but it didn't work out. Love coming here!

Cassondra B.

Yelp
We've been here dozens of times. You can ALWAYS rely on a good steak at this place. It is why we keep coming back. We also got married here and the food was excellent at our wedding.
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Sam A.

Yelp
Sadly my wife and I brought our whole extended family to swift water cellars. As a family we like to make the last dinner on the last night of our time on vacation EXTRA SPECIAL. Unfortunately it was one of the worst meals we have had as a full family. And we have done this hundreds of times at amazing restaurants. I'm not sure what has happened to this place but it USED to be good with decent selection of foods. The dinner menu is now TINY AND WILDLY EXPENSIVE. It feels like just because they know people will come through the door since people come to Suncadia they decided to give you TASTELESS FOOD AND HORRIBLE SERVICE. I really used to love this place but from the moment we walked in, even the manager was not welcoming and inviting. We seemed like an annoyance or something. Even though it wasn't even busy. It was a Thursday night mind you. It just was such a lousy time. With terrible food and service. Next time we come to Cle Elum I'd rather go to a local mom and pop pizza place than go to SWC ever again. It's basically an extra pretentious, over priced, monopolized restaurant. You can taste the arrogance or indifference. Not sure which one it was but never again. DO NOT RECOMMEND!!
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Jenna M.

Yelp
Erin served us outside for an appetizer after 18 holes. She's so cool! Ask her about her tattoo. Then we decided we were going to have dinner here swift water cellars Pinot Noir is amazing. We had a 2017 bottle. We also ordered Caesar salads with anchovies for an appetizer and the Burrata salad. Fabulous. Our server was Joel (amazing like Erin) and he recommended the sea bass which we got and we also got the tomahawk steak and the mushroom ravioli. You really need a reservation for coming here on a Friday night we were like jockeying because we got here at 11:30 for golf so we kept checking in constantly finally got a table at 5 PM. The place is empty at 5 PM but still.... Fills up. Anyway. Highly recommend this place if you're in town. It gets five stars because of the location and the uniqueness of it and service and consistency.
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Julia C.

Yelp
As soon as we walked in, we fell in love! The staff, the service, the food, and everything else were on point. Let's not discuss the view because it was the best. It is one of my favorite places to dine and grab some wine. We sat by the fire pit; it was lovely to get pure air while dining! Love the outdoor vibe!
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Christine S.

Yelp
Very glad we made a reservation because this place is packed no matter what time of day. The table split an app. Absolutely delicious would recommend , but also felt like it could be replicated easily. The burger was good, not as juicy as I had hoped. The truffle fries were ok, not as truffle flavor filled as I had hoped. They were topped with cheese that clumped up on the plate. The wine flights were amazing. Heavy pours you get your money's worth. Service was fantastic. Joel was the perfect server.
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Sean G.

Yelp
Awesome cellar and weekend getaway! We came for New Years, stayed close by so we could walk and it was perfect!! Wine is great, food was tasty! Burger - Wagyu Beef Burger, White Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun
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Cindy P.

Yelp
Swiftwater Cellars is a top notch winery in beautiful Suncadia! The list of wines is amazing! We decided on the reds tasting since those are my favorites and hubby's not much of a wine drinker! Trust me when I say they did not disappoint, not one sip! They each had their very own distinctive flavor and the descriptions were spot on. Probably some of the best reds I've had! We ordered the Grape and Prosciutto Flatbread for a little snack and it was perfect! The crust was light to go along with the light flavors of the garlic and Brie. Make sure you ask for some blue cheese to dip the crust in, took it over the top! Brittany was our server and perhaps one of the best in the server industry! Friendly, knowledgeable, down to earth and genuinely connected to her guests. We will definitely be back, Swiftwater is a class act!!
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Jennifer E.

Yelp
The restaurant is beautiful inside and out. We chose to sit on the patio overlooking part of the golf course and what looks like a huge pile of dirt yet my husband explained that it's tailings from a mine. The wine flight was great and our food delicious. Our server was super friendly. We will definitely be back.
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Elizabeth J.

Yelp
We had wine flights and an appetizer in the lounge. We had wine flights and an appetizer. Everything was wonderful.
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Genevieve H.

Yelp
Came here for a private party in the barrel room with 9 people. The food was delicious, and they give you so much, (special shout out to the meatballs I devoured in appetisers) but the key part of the evening was the bar. I have one word that will enable you to have a fantastic experience: Jackson. What a guy. Incredible service, entertaining, and patient with all of our shenanigans. All of the staff that helped us were amazing, but Jackson was above and beyond. The barrel room is huge, a great place for a reception, we used to it to drink our cocktails and dance a little. The main dining room is against the wine chests at a long wooden table. All in all a great private dining experience with free flowing cocktails and a delicious 4 course meal.

Laury P.

Yelp
We eat here often and our kids and grandkids love it. Tonight we came here for a very special occasion and the staff made it even more special than we expected. Each time we come we get treated very special. The food and drinks are top notch! This is our favorite place!
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Justine S.

Yelp
Great view and excellent service. My daughter got the white Mac and cheese, which was a generous portion. I got the caprese flatbread, and my husband got the burger. Took off a star because my husband's burger was way over cooked. Also because there are sooo many flies!!
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Melissa U.

Yelp
Excellent all around! I ordered a ribeye steak cooked medium rare. It was perfect! It was topped with mushrooms and butter, which made it even more delicious. Best meal I had while staying at Suncadia. Their red wine flight was impressive. I ended up buying a bottle of the red blend, merlot, and pinot noir. All very good! I highly recommend treating yourself to this amazing restaurant!
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Emmie H.

Yelp
I love swifwater cellars. Their wine and cocktail selection is always top tier and their menu doesn't usually disappoint. Service is fantastic (get a seat in Gabe's section if you can) and it's a nice place to eat and hang out with friends.
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Jen V.

Yelp
Overall a good experience with yummy food and wine. Interior is stunning - absolutely beautiful - even my 5 year old was impressed with the chandeliers. The menu options seemed a bit lackluster, the flatbread thing has been so overdone BUT the flatbread was incredible. I'm so glad I didn't overlook it, we tried the blackberry & Brie which was so flavorful. We also ordered the oysters - my husband wasn't impressed but I enjoyed it. I liked that it was a different take on typical oysters. The wine flight was very fun and great sized pours. The brown butter cake was to die for! Service was great, looks like they listened to all the reviews and really made sure staff was attentive and available. Only reason I don't Give it 5 starts is no take out (maybe Yelp needs to be updated?) and the menu is a bit limited (but delicious!)

Margaret E.

Yelp
Good food, tasty wines. Excellent service in a fun and casual environment. I had the steak salad which was tasty but a little over spiced for my taste. Luckily, my husband loved it!

Lindsay H.

Yelp
One of the most delicious meals I've ever had out of the house. The service was the best I've ever had, the ambience was immaculate, and the food was divine. I could see myself coming back here every time I'm in the area!
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Jonelle T.

Yelp
Apparently, you can't visit Suncadia without dining at Swiftwater. We used to frequent the Bellevue location before it closed, so we generally knew what to expect. This is their original location and the building is lovely with a nice view. We originally reserved an outdoor table, but the weather didn't cooperate and they were nice enough to move us inside. Service was great and the food was more or less the same as the last time we dined. Both my husband and I had the tenderloin and shared a side of the truffle Mac. While mine was cooked a perfect medium rare, my husband's was definitely still raw in the middle, so we sent it back for them to fire it up a minute. The truffle mac was appropriately cheesy, but lacked in flavor and was under-seasoned. Someone clearly forgot to salt the pasta water.... We ended with the brown butter cake, which was super decadent and overly sweet, but it was a nice treat. Overall, it's probably the nicest dining option around Suncadia, but the food could be a bit better given the price point.

Lyndsay C.

Yelp
This was a great time out, such a beautiful view and a lovely spot. We enjoyed the wine flight and the food was great.100% will return when in the area next!
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Gina G.

Yelp
The food was really good. We sat outside in a high top and our only complaint was the tree that blocked us from seeing the beautiful view. Our servers were very friendly. Great club sandwich and the flatbreads were really good.
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Thomas B.

Yelp
Food is excellent with a nice selection of their own wines. Great service by all. Beautiful building and grounds. Spectacular view and outdoor dining on the deck. Relatively expensive for this area, but worth it.
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Adara T.

Yelp
I've been to Swiftwater Cellars several times over the last year and have yet to be disappointed. The food is good, ambiance is cool, and service is friendly. I find the food here much better than the food at the nearby resort. It's also an excellent spot to step outside and take some selfies if you visit during the day, as the golf course behind the restaurant is beautiful. And they make their own wine! I'm no sommelier, but their wines seem smooth and delicious to me. I've tried many different things off the menu, including appetizers, mains, flatbreads, and desserts and all have been delicious. I especially loved the charcuterie board. Their menu has changed a bit each time that I've visited, so I'm assuming they change it up seasonally. Overall a great spot to dine if you're passing though or visiting Cle Elem.
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Meghan B.

Yelp
Great ambiance. Even on a holiday weekend, it didn't feel crowded. We were not rushed. Great wine, nice charcuterie and the service was top notch. Absolutely dog friendly as well.

Kunal J.

Yelp
One of my favorite places on earth. Swiftwater cellars has fantastic drinks, food, ambience with a gorgeous backdrop of the cascade mountains. This place is a hidden gem.

Dena W.

Yelp
This place is beautiful, but so terribly overpriced for the quality of food. I ordered an entree salad and not only were some of the ingredients missing, but the chicken on top was precooked (as were all other choices of meat to add) rather than freshly grilled. My husband's steak was not cooked to order, and for $75, it should have been cooked just right and should have been checked by the server. Our dirty dishes sat on the table for longer than expected, and our server, the youth kind, was unsure how to answer some of our menu questions. She also missed the opportunity to offer more wine. If a restaurant is going to charge hugely inflated prices, the quality of food and service should match.
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Megan G.

Yelp
Had reservations outside on a Saturday night. We got a nice spot by a fire pit. We did wine flights and split some flatbreads. When we got cold they were nice enough to let us move inside where we finished the night with perfect martinis and vespers!
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Dany M.

Yelp
We have been coming here for 10 years. Drinks in the past were average at best. Today finally for the first time I like the cocktails. Me and my hubby tried different drinks and this time they were really good. Chance the bartender did a really good job with the drinks. We are coming back and we will bring friends. Really in the past years we never like any alcoholic drink. They were not well made and we try sodas instead. See you soon. Kudos to the bartender. :)
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Carren R.

Yelp
Wow we did the red tasting flight and the pours were large! We were going to have lunch but ordered the charcuterie board and it was big. After eating our delicious snacks and the wine flight we were full! The ambience is great and the service greater. Such a nice place to experience.
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Karen P.

Yelp
This was my second visit to the winery after coming a few years ago and really enjoying it. This time I was with a friend on a Suncadia getaway for her birthday and we popped in for a late Sunday afternoon wine tasting. When we arrived we were told we couldn't sit at any of the wide open comfy couch seating areas, including the one in front of the beautiful fire since they were all reserved. Instead we were seated at a high top table in the corner. The wine and flatbread were absolutely wonderful, but our visit was soured by the fact that for an entire hour NO ONE was seated at the fireplace seating area. And another large couch area was empty for the first 30 minutes, after which two people were seated there, leaving most of that couch area empty. Just before we left a few people were seated at the fireplace but with most of the area wide open. We never thought you would need reservations for a casual Sunday afternoon wine tasting in the middle of winter. And we don't understand why we couldn't be seated in the nice areas when no one was there and when there would have been plenty of room to share. It made us feel unvalued as customers and detracted from our visit greatly as we wanted to hunker down in comfort instead of sitting at the high top.
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Joyce L.

Yelp
Loved this place! The view was great, the service was great, the food was great and lastly my cocktail was great. I did not get any of the wines but my husband did and we ended up purchasing one of their bottles. As a new nursing mom, I had to be picky about what I was going to drink so I order an aperol spritz and was very happy with it. Though I did not drink any of the wines, as it being a winery/cellar. Overall experience was wonderful. I'd definitely come back if I'm in town!
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Emma N.

Yelp
Honestly, I thought all of the meat was very bland. The pork tenderloin was cooked nicely, but there was hardly any flavor. I wish it had been cooked with more seasoning and I don't think the fruity sauce complemented the pork. The mashed potatoes were alright. Regarding the steak pasta, the pasta sauce & noodles were good. The steak, once again, was pretty tasteless. All of the appetizers were decent. I don't think any of the dishes delivered, considering the pricepoint. We also got a bottle of 2016 Syrah. The Syrah was pretty good, more full bodied. Not as sweet as I anticipated. Plenty of seating, spacious area with indoor and outdoor seating. Ambience was nice. Serving staff was also nice. The appetizers came out a few minutes before the main dishes. I wish they had brought out the appetizers sooner- otherwise what's the point of an appetizer?! My friends and I had just finished a long hike and were very hungry~ one of them recommended this place as she had eaten at the Bellevue location and loved it. I was very underwhelmed by the experience at the Cle Elum location. Usually when you're hungry, anything would taste good. But even with the seasoning of hunger... none of the dishes wowed me or even satisfied me. Maybe come here is your main prerogative is wine. But if you're coming with a belly, I would suggest another restaurant!
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Loree R.

Yelp
Sit outside and enjoy the view! It's so peaceful and relaxing here and the entire waitstaff was fabulous. I had the peach caprese salad, my friend had a side salad and we split the pepperoni flatbread. It was just as delicious as the photo looks! We walked the 1,000 stairs right before so we definitely worked up an appetite. This ended up being the perfect amount of food. I'm sure it's great in winter as well but being able to sit outside was so nice.
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Dan B.

Yelp
Delicious food, the ambiance was good, and our server was amazing. The host acted all weird because we didn't have reservations... (family of 3) even though there only 2 tables of people.... (And like 30 open tables)