Wilde Rover Irish Pub & Restaurant

07/11/2008 Posted by dancipants

We love going to the Wilde Rover on weekends. Its also the perfect place to go after a day on the boat. The live music almost every night makes it stand out from the rest! I'm glad they keep the cover reasonable though, after all, people go out in Kirkland for its small town charm. The service is inconsistent on week days but much better on weekends. We have definitely found our favorite server and we go out of our way to sit in his section. He always works hard to get us what we order even when its standing room only.

Pros: Live music, great burgers and desserts & a great waterfront location

Cons: Pricey entrees and desserts & you will have to learn the hard way that there are only about 2 good servers

07/02/2008 Posted by cutebirdie

We had some hurdles during our dining experience, but the manager was very gracious and took care of our concerns. I am happy to say, he was very professional and that is what I look for and hope for when patronizing any business.

Pros: Manager

Cons: Parking

06/17/2008 Posted by ANGOPET

Wild Rover has definitely gone down hill! I was reading the reviews from a year ago and maybe there was change in management???? I was definitely a fan of Wild Rover, was there practically every weekend last summer but as of the late, the wait staff is rude, had a nachos that looked like they had been under a broiler way too long, couldn't even separate the chips and what you would call bouncers are a joke! One of the bouncers was totally hitting on this gal who was way to drunk to even walk! When I go out, I'd like to think the establishment I frequent would take care their patrons if they are too intoxicated, so much for feeling safe!!!!

Pros: have alcohol

Cons: food is stale, wait staff is rude, bouncers are cantankerous

06/10/2008 Posted by smilinirish

After a long hard Monday at work and a gruelling dance practice, me and my girls stopped into a local pub. Never again. As our first round dwindled down to empties, we contemplated asking for more. When I politely asked for another round of drinks, the bartender snidely retorted "not with that attitude." Mind you, we were the ONLY people sitting at the bar. In shock, I asked, "MAY I please have another drink?" He then proceeded to tell me that we could go sit at a table if we wanted service - and blithely wiped the counters, or put away glasses, acting too "busy" to provide us beverages. Excuse me, but when I go to a bar, I go for the experience, and this was DEFINITELY not a pleasant one. I was so disgusted with his behavior that I walked out. I would not reccomend this place to anyone. Great atmosphere only goes so far - rude customer service leaves a lasting impression.

Pros: great atmosphere

Cons: rude bartender, horrible service, bad food

12/04/2007 Posted by cpt_coyote

I've been there twice. I know restaurants have their second string cooks on these days, so my expectation were moderated. My first visit was a Monday night, and I had the lamb stew. What I got was a huge bowl filled mostly with gravy, that had obviously been sitting in the window for some time, judging from the film that had formed on the surface. It tasted ok, but I would guess it was left over from thursday or friday and it had been reheated a few times. The meat and vegies were broken up into shreds, and were hard to eat without getting big spoons full of the gravy. Late that night I suffered a bit of GI "inflation". Nothing too serious, but something set me off. On the second trip, I had my heart set on the ruben, which is made with what they claim is house made (or is it house "carved"?) corned beef. The moment I walked in the door at 8:00, a surly looking fellow, with no distinguishing markings on this clothing, came up to me and demanded $5 with no explanation. I looked at him and asked him who the hell he was, and why I should give him money. He said it was a cover charge, but there was no band to be seen. In fact, the Sunday night football game was playing on a big projector screen. "We always charge cover from 8 on Sundays". So I gave him his money and sat down in a mostly empty pub. After having a decent but unremarkable ruben, I was ready to leave at 8:45. Still no band, so I found the surly fellow and demanded my $5 back. He acted like no one had ever dared do such a thing. When he refused, dispite my pointing out that there was still no band for which they could justify charging a cover, I insisted on seeing the manager (this was simply a matter of principle at this point). So he goes off to get the manager, but the manager won't talk to me. Instead, he has the surly fellow give me back my "cover" charge, which he does with obvious hostility. The food might be good on peak nights. But I won't go back.

Pros: Nice decor

Cons: mediocre food, neglectful service, bogus cover charges

09/04/2007 Posted by lavernes

My husband and I go there regularly, love sitting out on the deck. The breakfasts WERE wonderful, I understand they no longer serve them however - disappointing. But, the fish and chips, curry fries, caesar salad, shepherds pie, nachos, among other selections, are delicious. And the Guiness - oh wow, how satisfying to sit outside (or inside) and sip that fabulous pint. Great service, great chef, too. In fact, we love everything about Wilde Rover - it's our favorite spot in Kirkland!

08/14/2007 Posted by linlo21

I was in Kirkland for one day visiting a friend, and we happened to stumble upon this restaurant right on the waterfront. First of all, they seat you almost right away, and they are very nice and polite. All the waiters and waitresses are friendly, and talk to you like a normal person, not someone they're just serving food too, and cleaning up for afterwards. And the food...my GOSH the food is good. The chef there must have LOTS of experience, because everything smelled and tasted so good! It's absolutely the best place. And the view from outside the window is wonderful, you can see Lake Washington at it's best! And the Argasy Lake Cruise is right across the street, a great activity to do after you eat! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT

Pros: Right on the waterfront, very good service, friendly waiters/waitresses, amazing food.

Cons: They should open earlier in the day and serve breakfast all week long, not just on Sundays!

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04/11/2007 Posted by patmccroch

Let's start with... Boddingtons on tap with Nitrous... delicious! Your typical pub grub for meals with a good helping of the usual Irish fare. The corned beef and cabbage wasn't anything to write home about but that dish rarely is, haha. The Irish Nachos are a great companion for your pint. This is truly the definition of a pub. Good service, great great crowds, decent food, excellent pricing, and very convenient for Kirkland residence. Very relaxed, good service, outdoor patio for you smokers, outstanding wait staff.

Pros: Great Pub Atmosphere and Service

Cons: Irish Food... HAHAHAHA

11/30/2006 Posted by kaylagirl03

Wilde Rover is the best place to eat when you're down in the water front. They serve awesome food, and I love the chef Scott Siemers. He prepares the greatest meals. Go down to Wilde Rover!!

Pros: Food, Survice, Chef Scott Siemers

Cons: Should open earlier and have brunch on more days than Sunday.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

11/26/2006 Posted by netsirksmada

The food was filling and tasty, service wasn't as great as it should be since it wasn't very busy the night I went.