Flat Iron Grill - Issaquah

I’m giving this restaurant 3-stars because the food is excellent. This was our 2nd time going and both women waitresses were unfriendly, and every answer to our questions was either a stern yes or no with no smile. The first time we went there the waitress said we can order appetizers off their happy hour menu which never asked not knowing. The second time we went the other woman said no! and asked if we would like to sit in the bar there then which is so small and crowded that if someone sneezes you would get Covid. Keep in mind the restaurant side was empty with every table open but but a handful. They were not busy at all just talking amongst each other… We live in town but we will stick with JAK’S Steak house whom steaks are excellent with a much friendlier staff that makes you feel wanted,the minute you walk in, and never say’s no to the customer averaging $150. dinner plus a 20% tip for two.

The most underrated restaurant in Gilman village! Doesn't have a long wait as others in the area do. Service is quick and attentive, and food is wonderful! The flatiron steak is perfect, sea bass is amazing, and gnocchi is to die for! Don't forget to order a side of polenta! You won't regret it!

First time I visited this place was before the pandemic. The food were amazing and the price was reasonable. Ever since then I wanted to come back again. Finally I came back this time after so many years to have a birthday dinner for my mom. We ordered some appetizers, the New York center cut steak $40), filet mignon $48) and flatiron $36). The waitress assured us that the filet mignon is the most tender more like the most expensive). When the food came, all of the steaks were dry and hard while we ordered MEDIUM RARE, the least hard one was the flat iron but the flavor was just not right. Very disappointing. I know $40 for a steak is not going to get me anything fancy but I have had way better quality of steaks at the same price point. The appetizers were better than the entree, but still not good enough for me to come back again.

Another impromptu decision on where to have dinner! We found ourselves arriving on a Friday right at 5 o 'clock,.though we had called ahead to find out about the wait. No wait, for a table of 2 anyway. Cool. Walked in. Greeted promptly. Offered happy hour seating in bar area but decided on main dining room. Sat at one of those counter top height tables, but the chairs were padded so they were actually comfortable, even with an arthritic hip situation. They do have regular tables, and even have high chairs for any kiddies in tow. We started with ice water, had some iced tea and a cocktail, then ordered a cheese plate that promised cheese, crackers and a little fruit jam. Okay. We got that. The cheese was decent but the crackers were sad broken bits, a handful at that, with no special array or garnish. Ahem. The meal though. There is where this place did a solid. The filet arrived perfectly cooked, nestled on a bed of mashed potatoes and a careful array of asparagus. The flat iron steak atop an interesting interpretation of polenta with salsa ish garnish was less lovely, more rustic. Now taste. Flavorful and not needing any salt rather a good, pleasant taste. Happy surprise! Why only 4 stars? The appetizer seemed like a careless, vague thing, unworthy of being on the menu when the entrees are quite nice. The temperature inside the place was hot, hot, even though an air con unit was visible but apparently unused on this 90 degree day. On the plus side, though, staff seems well trained and without any bias toward the variety of customers. And, bonus! They do have shaded or sunny areas on their outdoor patio. All in all, a nice place.

Flat Iron is an excellent steak house. The food is great and service is fast and friendly. Every time I've eaten here my steak was done to perfection. It's amazing how many restaurants can't cook a medium rare steak, but these guys are experts. They have tasty drinks and guys desserts as well. Also good to know they have a separate room you can reserve for private events, it seats about 12 comfortably. The ambiance is casual and the aesthetic is kind of generic, but it's still a nice place for a date. You can have an easy conversation as it is fairly quiet.