What People Are Saying About Four Swallows
The Editor
Anna Roth
Citysearch
In Short – Coming to dinner at this quaint Winslow restaurant feels like going to a dinner party in an elegant friend's home. The structure of the original 1889 farmhouse has not been changed, and the linen-covered tables are placed in intimate-feeling rooms with warm yellow walls. The inventive, daily menu focuses on seasonal ingredients with a loose Italian theme: Fried ricotta gnocchi is a favorite appetizer, while entrees include fresh seafood, beef tenderloin and Italian classics like pizza, pasta and more.
04/20/08
Fantasic food, best service, great setting
by iamb
We were visiting Bainbridge Island and meeting for my mom?s 70th birthday. We picked the Four Swallows based on the positive internet reviews. The restaurant exceeded all expectations. The restaurant is warm and comfortable located in the historic farmhouse. We had antipasto, mussels and a Caesar salad to start. Two of us had halibut steaks while my mom had jumbo prawns. All of us agreed every dish was delicious and perfectly prepared. We had a really enjoyable bottle of Pinot Noir for $42
The entire staff was gracious, informative and helpful. Our waitress warned us the portions were generous and steered us from ordering too much. We were glad we took her advice. The worst part of the affair was the fact that we didn?t save any room for dessert. I?d highly recommend the Four Swallows to anyone visiting the Island. It was one of the best meals I have had in a long time and my mom, who lives in Seattle can?t wait to visit again now that she knows about it.
- Pros: Antipasto, mussels, halibut
- Cons: None
02/28/08
Must Go!!!
by Seaddicts
Really charming - Excellent Service, wine list and create NW cuisine. Definitely a MUST when visiting Bainbridge Island.
10/06/06
Really one of a kind.
by alisonkramer
I came here once with my dad and it was both unique and special in its service and its offering. We started with an italian charcuterie plate and two glasses of CA red wine - on our servers recommendation. Dinner was a little slow to come because our server was preoccupied with another larger party, but he made it up to us by bringing TWO free desserts at the end. This place knows dining, knows service, and knows how to charm. HIGHLY recommended.
- Pros: Food, Service, Ambience
- Cons: Prices.
The Details on Four Swallows
Where to Sit:
Request a spot in the front glassed-in porch for prime street watching. In the summer months, take advantage of the romantic front yard deck with a wisteria trellis.
What to Drink:
The extensive wine list has a number of bottles from Washington state.
The Extras:
Ask about special prix fixe meals on holidays.
Know Before You Go:
The restaurant is a fifteen minute walk or five minute drive from the Bainbridge ferry dock.
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