Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Mercer Island

Super great experience ambiance was great could have a conversation

We've gone to Andaluca many times over the year but time slipped by and it might have been 6 years since we've eaten there. It didn't let us down. The atmosphere feels like a small NYC bar/restaurant. It's dark and sophisticated but comfortable. The food was very good. All five of us liked the paella, lamb chops, pork chops, risotto and beet salad. Prices aren't cheap but they are on a par or even slightly below comparable restaurants. Last but not least, the service was perfect.

We have eaten at the Calcutta Grill quite a few times with friends, family, for birthday celebrations and just because we wanted a good dinner. Our birthday celebration tonight did not disappoint. The ambiance, the service, and the menu options were excellent. We will be returning again soon!

We have been coming here for since the year it opened, and are disappointed that the quality of the food and service has slipped slightly but steadily over time. The wait staff and bar service are all very polite, but not as accomplished and knowledgeable as we’ve had. The pizzas have become too wet, and the crusts now a wee soggy, even with no extra toppings. They seem underbaked; the crust no longer has any crunch with minimal or no brown on the bottom. This is still our favorite pizza in the area, but now only barely so. We hold out hope that things will improve for Tutta Bella, and all of us, in 2025.

The service was EXCEPTIONAL. The staffing going above and beyond for a birthday at our table. The food was delicious, especially the Benedict's. Access directly off of 5 in the Renaissance with comped underground parking or valet. Will definitely return.