Rosebud Restaurant & Bar

01/18/2008 Posted by kkathleeno

While tasty, eloquently worded dishes apprear on the menu, what arrives at your table is a joke. SEVERELY overpriced and laughable portions. If you are going to treat yourself to a pricey dinner, you at least want to leave feeling like you ate more than a crouton. In addition, the service was rude. There are far too many amazing restaraunts in Seattle, do not bother with this one.

01/18/2008 Posted by MMOC

Food was disgusting, waiter was totally rude. It was a complete waste of money and I would NEVER go back. This is the worst restaurant I have ever been to in Seattle.

01/02/2008 Posted by tiapaka

After hearing glowing reviews from several friends, I was totally unprepared for the disappointing evening we experienced a few nights ago at the Rosebud. Yes, the dining room is pleasant, if a bit cramped and on the garish side (the walls painted a flaming red that only Mae West could envy), and the atmosphere is, as another reviewer wrote, 'unpretentious'. The same however cannot be said of the food presentation, which was SO unbelievably ostentatious it was almost laughable. I felt the rib-eye steak w/ ginger mashed potatoes and 'oolong tea-roasted' zucchini (pretentious much?) seemed like the most edible choice from their limited menu, but I was reluctant to order it as I was a guest and it was the priciest item on the menu, approximately $35 including tax&tip. My host insisted it was no problem, so I ordered it. Reluctance turned to downright embarrassment when the 'meal' arrived. The steak was the size of a ginger snap, and was served medium rare rather than the medium well-done I had ordered. The wasabi-ginger mashed potatoes were tasty, but again, the portion sized for a bulimic munchkin. That was gargantuan however, compared to the four microscopic slices of zucchini, which were (waaay too) artfully arranged atop each other like some sort of vegetarian game of tic-tac-toe. Seriously, the zuchini slices were so embryonic, it took about a minute to eat them. This was all served on an enormous plate, which naturally made the portions seem even smaller than they probably were. The service was so-so; the matronly waitress was at times a little rude, however unintentional, and at the very least, indifferent. Another waiter was very pleasant, and a lot more polite. Food is meant to be eaten, and certainly enjoyed, but not played with nor meticulously, I mean ridiculously arranged as if it were some precious work of art at an overpriced gallery. The Rosebud is a restaurant trying to be the Four Seasons. It's not.

Pros: ?

Cons: Overpriced, tiny pretentious portions, indifferent service

11/08/2007 Posted by sedan

I eat at Rosebud all the time, the last time I was there I was suprised that the food was not as good as it had been. So I thought I would go back and try it again, last night. Tehy have anew mwnu and a change in the kitchen staff. Well the difference was amaizing, the new menu was so different and so many good things to choose from, and the flavors incredible. If you tried Rosebud in the past, try it again the food is great. Of course the service cannot better.

01/30/2007 Posted by rapier7

I’ve been a big fan of Rosebud for almost as long as it’s been in existence because of the service and the great food. Plus, you can’t beat the generous happy hour. The ambiance is sublime and romantic with the music and decor. If you’ve never been, try not to be put off by the rabid negative remarks found below. No restaurant is perfect, but Rosebud would not have been around for as long as it has if it was really all that bad.

01/02/2007 Posted by sowrite

I went to Rosebud expecting a lovely meal. Instead I received polenta that ran across my plate in a river of muck. Chicken that was so dry and tasteless and bread that felt leftover from the previous day. This was quite literally the worst meal I had in 2006. I filled out a comment card, including my email. never heard a word. The service was great in the restaurant, but don't expect your voice to be heard when you are dished up the meal from hell.

11/08/2006 Posted by bevcoco

I adore this restaurant. It's charming ambience entices me from the moment I enter the pretty little place. And the cuisine never disappoints. I especially appreciate the modest portions and do not at all mind paying whatever for well prepared, beautifully presented, unique dishes. The waitstaff is attentive and friendly, making me feel like I am being entertained in a private home. The Rose Bud is a never fail dining room and I am always proud to take my friends there for any meal, day or night. Try it -- you'll love it as I do.

Pros: Ambience, cuising, service

Cons: None

11/05/2006 Posted by johnprimeau

A couple of friends of mine introduced me to Rosebud Restaurant & Bar several months ago. From my first visit, I was so impressed with the quiet, cozy, unpretensous atmosphere that I knew I'd be back! Not only do I return on a regular basis, but I've introduced scores of others to this "little jewel" and I have always received a gracious "thanks for the introduction" from my "Rosebud Virgins." The dining room is perfect for chatting with friends...lovers...or business associates. The food is stellar. I understand that Rosebud has a new chef whose last gig was with Wolfgang Puck. I loved the food before the new chef arrived; I love it even more now. It's a combo of art and gastronomical delight. Servings are "Euro size." The service is friendly, professional and unhurried. The chicken breast is amazing; and the chocolate brioche is magic. If you haven't tried this remarkable establishment, do so. I can see why it was voted "Most Romantic Restaurant in Seattle." Be sure to ask your server about getting on Rosebud's newsletter list for complimenatary recipes, special events and wonderful offers. I was hesitant to sign up at first, but I'm glad I did. Rosebud doesn't share its e-mail list with others.

Pros: Excellent dining experience and friendly, professional service; check out Roman, the Fri/Sat night bartender!

Cons: Can't think of any

11/01/2006 Posted by foodiebootie

This is my new favorite restaurant in Seattle! Very stylish and romantic interior, with an informative and friendly staff. The menu had many tempting offerings; but I went with a mixed green salad with yummy yummy walnuts, and stuffed chicken breast for my entree. Both were well prepared and absolutely delicious! I plan to return soon to try out a few more things. . . And save room for dessert- the flourless chocolate cake is the best I've ever had.

Pros: food, service

10/21/2006 Posted by vikinga8

This was the worst dining experience that I have had recently in Seattle. Please think twice before spending any money on the poorly prepared menu items at Rosebud. The beet in my "Roasted Beet Salad" was so salty I had to drink an entire glass of water after the first bite. The "salad" was HALf a very salty beet decoratively placed among 3 canoe shaped goat cheese parcels. This was no salad- but rather goat cheese with unedible beet and an artful, but burnt artichoke leaf garnish. Being an optimistic person, I was hopeful that my "salad" was just an annomily- alas, the entrees were just as disappointing- if not more. "Wild mushroom and Squash Risotto cakes" had no discernable mushroom or squash and were so mushy, bland and textureless that I gave up even before I attempted the tomato and cannolini bean concoction that as far as I could tell was the result of the kitchen opening a can of tomato chunks and heating them up with uncooked cannolini beans and dumping them over the mushy rice patties. The chard that was hidden between the two mushy rice patties was overly peppered and again had me reaching for the water. It is so utterly frustrating to have a menu with such potential, be such an unforgiving dissappointment (Roasted beet salad and mushroom squash risotto cakes in any semi-professional kitchen- or even at home with a novice cook-could/should be very flavorful dishes without much diffculty). My word of advie to Rosebud- START PAYING ATTENTION TO THE FOOD COMING OUT OF YOUR KITCHEN- from the looks of the reviews you are getting here- the message is clear- Your food is far below the standard your menu and prices indicate it should be. Pity the fool that spends hard-earned money on such slop.

Pros: none

Cons: The food