Cedar + Elm
Kenmore, Kirkland
Restaurant in Kirkland, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Cedar + Elm works when flexibility matters more than a heavily programmed dining experience. It works best for an easy lunch, weekend morning meal, or low-pressure dinner near the Juanita/Kenmore side of Kirkland; choose Café Juanita or Kathakali instead if cuisine focus is the main priority.
About Cedar + Elm
Cedar + Elm is a Kirkland venue described by its schedule and dress expectations rather than by an asserted cuisine, chef, award history, or service format. The useful planning frame is simple: it has multiple listed service windows across the week and a smart casual dress code, making it a practical option when timing and ease matter.
The clearest reason to consider it is scheduling flexibility. Cedar + Elm lists midday and evening windows Monday through Friday, morning-to-midday hours on Saturday and Sunday, evening service every day. Thursday and Friday also include afternoon windows. That range can help visitors plan around weekday midday visits, weekend daytime visits, or evening plans without relying on claims about menu format or special features.
A practical pick when timing matters more than ceremony
For an explorer who likes context, the appeal should be framed cautiously: Cedar + Elm is a Kirkland option with broad hours and smart casual dress. It should not be presented as a chef-counter venue, a tasting-menu destination, an award-driven room, or a venue with a specific cuisine identity unless those details are confirmed directly by the venue.
The safest way to use Cedar + Elm in a plan is to match it to its hours. Monday through Wednesday list 11 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM. Thursday lists 11 AM–2 PM, 2:30–4:30 PM, 5–9 PM. Friday lists 8–10:30 AM, 11 AM–2 PM, 2:30–4:30 PM, 5–10 PM. Saturday lists 8 AM–2 PM and 5–10 PM, while Sunday lists 8 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM.
Where it fits in Kirkland planning
When planning in or around Kirkland, Cedar + Elm is easiest to compare by practical fit rather than by menu claims. If you are choosing among options such as Café Juanita, Kathakali, An Indian Eatery, McMenamins Tavern on the Square, Spring Bistro, or De La Soil, use Cedar + Elm when its hours and smart casual dress code line up best with your group's schedule.
Use Cedar + Elm for flexible plans where its hours are the main advantage. Do not book it on the basis of awards, a specific tasting format, a chef's-counter experience, a particular beverage program, or a precisely defined cuisine unless you confirm those details directly with the venue. Quick reference: Cedar + Elm is a Kirkland venue with broad weekly hours and smart casual dress.
Located inside
HotelThe Lodge at St Edward State ParkFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- 14477 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- thelodgeatstedward.com
- Phone
- +14253211580
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cedar + Elm reads like a neighbourhood dining room that values the ritual of the meal over showmanship. It sits at the quieter end of the Juanita Drive corridor and cultivates a settled familiarity: local regulars, timber-forward details invoked by its name, and a focus on regional provenance. The overall effect is calm and rooted rather than trendy or attention-seeking. Service and presentation lean toward considered, meal-forward hospitality; the room encourages lingering over thoughtfully sourced plates and a compact, well-curated wine list.
Best For
This is a place for locals and visitors who want a meal that feels intentional rather than theatrical. It suits relaxed dinner outings, simple brunches, and low-key date nights where the food is the centerpiece. Because Cedar + Elm emphasizes regional ingredients and a tasting-friendly menu, it works well for couples seeking an intimate table and for neighbors who return regularly. It is less a spectacle for large celebratory parties than a reliable dining room for measured, ingredient-led meals.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s signature preparations: the Handmade Ricotta Gnudi is a clear marker of the team’s attention to technique, while sable fish, steelhead and black cod highlight the Pacific Northwest sourcing the menu emphasizes. Pair those plates with selections from the restaurant’s 'considered wine lists' to complement the seafood and ricotta-driven dishes. Because the room prizes the meal itself, order a few focused plates to share and linger rather than rushing through a large tasting menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Classic and peaceful with lovely patio overlooking woods, enhanced by historical surroundings and natural light.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Handmade Ricotta Gnudi
- sable fish
- steelhead
- black cod
Planning details
Location
14477 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- De La Soil, Notable alternative
- Café Juanita, Italian, Italian
- Spring Bistro, Notable alternative
- Kathakali, An Indian Eatery, Notable alternative
- McMenamins Tavern on the Square, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Cedar + Elm compares in Kirkland
Cedar + Elm is the lower-friction choice in this group: easier to fit into lunch, dinner, or weekend morning plans, better for diners who care more about timing and comfort than a tightly defined cuisine. Café Juanita is the stronger special-occasion pick if Italian cooking and a more polished dinner are the point of the booking.
For clearer cuisine direction, Kathakali, An Indian Eatery is the better Kirkland alternative. McMenamins Tavern on the Square makes more sense for a casual pub-style meal, while Spring Bistro and De La Soil are better cross-shops when the group wants a more specific dining choice rather than a flexible default.
Book Cedar + Elm when the plan needs to stay easy. Cross-shop Café Juanita for a higher-touch dinner, Kathakali for Indian food in Kirkland, McMenamins when ambience should be relaxed rather than occasion-driven.
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Compare Cedar + Elm
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar + Elm | Kirkland | ; | No published awards |
| De La Soil | Seattle | ; | No published awards |
| Café Juanita | Seattle | Italian | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #852025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #902024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #832023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #92 |
| Spring Bistro | Bothell | ; | No published awards |
| Kathakali, An Indian Eatery | Kirkland | ; | No published awards |
| McMenamins Tavern on the Square | Bothell | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Cedar + Elm?
Start with the hours. Cedar + Elm lists 11 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM Monday through Wednesday; 11 AM–2 PM, 2:30–4:30 PM, 5–9 PM Thursday; 8–10:30 AM, 11 AM–2 PM, 2:30–4:30 PM, 5–10 PM Friday; 8 AM–2 PM and 5–10 PM Saturday; and 8 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM Sunday. It is in Kirkland, the dress code is smart casual.
What should I wear to Cedar + Elm?
Cedar + Elm lists a smart casual dress code. A neat, relaxed outfit is the safest choice.
How far ahead should I book Cedar + Elm?
Specific booking pressure is not available. If timing matters, use the posted hours as your planning baseline and confirm availability directly with Cedar + Elm before you go. If you are comparing other options, Café Juanita is another venue to consider depending on the kind of outing you want.
Is Cedar + Elm good for a special occasion?
It can be a practical choice if its hours and smart casual dress code fit the occasion. Claims about a formal tasting format, awards, or a specific service style are not available, so confirm directly with the venue if those details matter for your event.
Is midday or evening better at Cedar + Elm?
Choose based on the schedule. Midday windows are listed Monday through Friday from 11 AM–2 PM, with daytime hours on Saturday and Sunday from 8 AM–2 PM. Evening service is listed daily, ending at 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10 PM Friday and Saturday.
What are alternatives to Cedar + Elm?
Other options to compare include Café Juanita, Spring Bistro, De La Soil, McMenamins Tavern on the Square, Kathakali, An Indian Eatery. Choose among them based on current hours, availability, the kind of outing you want.
