Joli pickles its way into your heart. ❤️I won’t detail the dynamic and fun expertly executed cultural fusion food and beverage experience. Instead I’ll just say, “Go”! Come back and comment if you felt this level of review isn’t 100% justified.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lizzycpeck
The food is delicious and the cocktails are amazing. Definitely not kid-friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
Chelsea B.
I've lived in Seattle for over a year and finally met rude people. When my husband asked for more info (flavorwise) about the oysters, the employee said, "I don't have an answer if you don't have a specific question, and I have 14 drinks to attend to". Terrible service. On top of that, the food was below average, considering the price point. I don't recommend this place
Nathan DeBard
Amazing food! Been coming here for years and their food is sometimes great, sometimes good, and sometimes it blows your mind. They have great chefs right now and their bartender is also great. Wife and I had a great meal. Split many apps - fries, bread, broccolini, elote, and chicken. All great. Black Manhattan was fantastic. The cauliflower dish was mediocre. Atmosphere very good along with service. Love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
Kyle Huber
I am consistently impressed with Joli. The quality of the food is outstanding and the menu always has unique, inventive dishes. Highly recommend the short ribs and the elote.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
chris edrington
Exceptional gin selection.Exceptional service staff.Warm atmosphere with a fun menu.Get the truffle fries.I'm lucky to have this in my neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
JDS Boston
Great service low key atmosphere and good eats. I stopped by on a Monday night and sat at the bar and was well taken care of. The bartender was equally attentive, laid back and thoughtful. Very creative, tasty cocktails. I enjoyed the gnocchi, the charred broccolini and the sorbet trio dessert. I have included a picture of the house made sorbet trio which was excellent and very tasty.Loved almost everything. The only thing that I would recommend would be to consider changing how their broccolini is presented. The sauce that came with the broccolini was too heavy and strong. It easily overpowered the natural flavor of the vegetable. The charred broccolini was good but it could be even better if the veggies were charred less and the sauce was lighter and more subtle. I love broccolini and the way that this was prepared was too much heavy sauce and flavor for me. I like it better when the veggies can sing au natural.Everything else was great and we'll be back again for drinks and dinner again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Morrison
A little pricey, but great small plates and cocktails. Worth the cost.
Krishnarpita B.
Food was amazing, loved each dish. The cocktail were great, I think they are famous for their gin collection, did not get to try it this time, will try next time for sure!
Ragna
Having lived around the corner for 20 years I was so excited when Joli finally opened and for awhile enjoyed some good food (the burger, string beans, chicken sandwich no longer on the menu) and excellent service. Lately however I’ve been met with an almost “don’t bother us we don’t need your business” attitude. There will be several tables available but all reserved (although no reserved notes on tables and no one seemed to show up). Last night when my husband and I popped in we were given the option of a small table in the bar if we could be done in one hour and 10 minutes, then they left us for good 5 minutes while they set the table and then another 10 before taking our order. We ordered the sweet corn, broccolini, pork ribs and fries. Neither one of us are picky eaters (hey I grew up eating sheep’s head and blood pudding!) it was like they were trying too hard with all the flavors. The broccolini had an overwhelming smoky flavor and the corn was just.. weird! Not tasty at all!Needless to say we were never asked if we needed another round of drinks (as they wanted us out of there in spite of there being plenty of empty tables at 8:30pm).As much as my husband and I have rooted for this place and are so excited to have dining options in our close neighborhood I don’t think we’ll be going back.
Great spot for date night! Joli delivers delicious gin cocktails, tasty tapas style dishes, and overall a casual but dressy vibe. As a frugal foodie, I wish the prices were cheaper, but honestly I think it's fair. The prices actually reflect the care and effort the staff and chef put into the food and drinks.
Timothy “TJ” Mueller
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Joli, a culinary gem nestled in Seattle's Stumbletown neighborhood. This restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's an experience that takes you on a journey of flavors and textures, all while making you feel right at home.Joli prides itself on its vast selection of gin, boasting the largest collection in the country. But it's not just about the gin; their focus on seasonality and New American cuisine is what truly sets them apart.Our meal started with their fresh Oysters, beautifully complemented by watermelon pearls and a tangy ginionette. The Sea Wolf Sourdough was a delight, served with whipped butter and smoked sea salt that elevated the bread to a whole new level.The Cauliflower Chilaquiles were a revelation, a perfect blend of salsa verde, cotija, spiced pepitas, furikake, and cilantro. The Charred Broccolini was another standout, served with creamed leeks, lardon, parmesan, chili crunch, and bread crumb. The flavors were bold and harmonious, each bite better than the last.The Hanger Steak was cooked to perfection, served with blistered shishito peppers, tonnatto, allium butter, and sea salt. It was a symphony of flavors that left me wanting more. The Parisienne Gnocchi, with chicory, pistachio, seasonal vegetables, and herb cream sauce, was the perfect end to the savory part of my meal.What truly elevated our experience was the warm hospitality we received. We had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who was incredibly welcoming. Our server and bartender, Leon, was a wealth of knowledge on the oysters and gin. He crafted the best gin cocktail I've ever had, a testament to his expertise and passion.Joli is more than just a restaurant; it's a testament to the power of good food and the magic it can create when paired with the right ingredients and passion. If you're in Seattle and looking for a memorable dining experience, Joli should be at the top of your list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nnenna O.
Food was amazing as usual! Possibly the best brocollini I have had ever! Only feedback for management is to PLEASE consider returning the fried chicken sandwich to the dinner menu. Dined in tonight specifically for this dish and was really disappointed to learn it was only available as part of brunch/happy hour menus.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
Akhilesh Aji
This restaurant had a movie playing in a provecto the entire time. The food was okay but nothing special. The highlight was the gin. I would recommend cocktails over their
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Cheryl W.
I haven't been here in a long time. Loved it 8 years ago. Unfortunately it was not the greatest this time around. On the plus side the craft cocktails were lovely!!!!!The food was very salty & not what we were expecting for the price and the rave reviews of the Chef on their website (We had parsnips, gnocchi , squash, broccolini, truffle fries) Would have overlooked the not so stellar food if the waiter hadn't been so Surely. He unfortunately ruined the experience of Joli.
Joli pickles its way into your heart. ❤️I won’t detail the dynamic and fun expertly executed cultural fusion food and beverage experience. Instead I’ll just say, “Go”! Come back and comment if you felt this level of review isn’t 100% justified.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is delicious and the cocktails are amazing. Definitely not kid-friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
I've lived in Seattle for over a year and finally met rude people. When my husband asked for more info (flavorwise) about the oysters, the employee said, "I don't have an answer if you don't have a specific question, and I have 14 drinks to attend to". Terrible service. On top of that, the food was below average, considering the price point. I don't recommend this place
Amazing food! Been coming here for years and their food is sometimes great, sometimes good, and sometimes it blows your mind. They have great chefs right now and their bartender is also great. Wife and I had a great meal. Split many apps - fries, bread, broccolini, elote, and chicken. All great. Black Manhattan was fantastic. The cauliflower dish was mediocre. Atmosphere very good along with service. Love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
I am consistently impressed with Joli. The quality of the food is outstanding and the menu always has unique, inventive dishes. Highly recommend the short ribs and the elote.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceptional gin selection.Exceptional service staff.Warm atmosphere with a fun menu.Get the truffle fries.I'm lucky to have this in my neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
Great service low key atmosphere and good eats. I stopped by on a Monday night and sat at the bar and was well taken care of. The bartender was equally attentive, laid back and thoughtful. Very creative, tasty cocktails. I enjoyed the gnocchi, the charred broccolini and the sorbet trio dessert. I have included a picture of the house made sorbet trio which was excellent and very tasty.Loved almost everything. The only thing that I would recommend would be to consider changing how their broccolini is presented. The sauce that came with the broccolini was too heavy and strong. It easily overpowered the natural flavor of the vegetable. The charred broccolini was good but it could be even better if the veggies were charred less and the sauce was lighter and more subtle. I love broccolini and the way that this was prepared was too much heavy sauce and flavor for me. I like it better when the veggies can sing au natural.Everything else was great and we'll be back again for drinks and dinner again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A little pricey, but great small plates and cocktails. Worth the cost.
Food was amazing, loved each dish. The cocktail were great, I think they are famous for their gin collection, did not get to try it this time, will try next time for sure!
Having lived around the corner for 20 years I was so excited when Joli finally opened and for awhile enjoyed some good food (the burger, string beans, chicken sandwich no longer on the menu) and excellent service. Lately however I’ve been met with an almost “don’t bother us we don’t need your business” attitude. There will be several tables available but all reserved (although no reserved notes on tables and no one seemed to show up). Last night when my husband and I popped in we were given the option of a small table in the bar if we could be done in one hour and 10 minutes, then they left us for good 5 minutes while they set the table and then another 10 before taking our order. We ordered the sweet corn, broccolini, pork ribs and fries. Neither one of us are picky eaters (hey I grew up eating sheep’s head and blood pudding!) it was like they were trying too hard with all the flavors. The broccolini had an overwhelming smoky flavor and the corn was just.. weird! Not tasty at all!Needless to say we were never asked if we needed another round of drinks (as they wanted us out of there in spite of there being plenty of empty tables at 8:30pm).As much as my husband and I have rooted for this place and are so excited to have dining options in our close neighborhood I don’t think we’ll be going back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
Great spot for date night! Joli delivers delicious gin cocktails, tasty tapas style dishes, and overall a casual but dressy vibe. As a frugal foodie, I wish the prices were cheaper, but honestly I think it's fair. The prices actually reflect the care and effort the staff and chef put into the food and drinks.
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Joli, a culinary gem nestled in Seattle's Stumbletown neighborhood. This restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's an experience that takes you on a journey of flavors and textures, all while making you feel right at home.Joli prides itself on its vast selection of gin, boasting the largest collection in the country. But it's not just about the gin; their focus on seasonality and New American cuisine is what truly sets them apart.Our meal started with their fresh Oysters, beautifully complemented by watermelon pearls and a tangy ginionette. The Sea Wolf Sourdough was a delight, served with whipped butter and smoked sea salt that elevated the bread to a whole new level.The Cauliflower Chilaquiles were a revelation, a perfect blend of salsa verde, cotija, spiced pepitas, furikake, and cilantro. The Charred Broccolini was another standout, served with creamed leeks, lardon, parmesan, chili crunch, and bread crumb. The flavors were bold and harmonious, each bite better than the last.The Hanger Steak was cooked to perfection, served with blistered shishito peppers, tonnatto, allium butter, and sea salt. It was a symphony of flavors that left me wanting more. The Parisienne Gnocchi, with chicory, pistachio, seasonal vegetables, and herb cream sauce, was the perfect end to the savory part of my meal.What truly elevated our experience was the warm hospitality we received. We had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who was incredibly welcoming. Our server and bartender, Leon, was a wealth of knowledge on the oysters and gin. He crafted the best gin cocktail I've ever had, a testament to his expertise and passion.Joli is more than just a restaurant; it's a testament to the power of good food and the magic it can create when paired with the right ingredients and passion. If you're in Seattle and looking for a memorable dining experience, Joli should be at the top of your list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was amazing as usual! Possibly the best brocollini I have had ever! Only feedback for management is to PLEASE consider returning the fried chicken sandwich to the dinner menu. Dined in tonight specifically for this dish and was really disappointed to learn it was only available as part of brunch/happy hour menus.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Fries
This restaurant had a movie playing in a provecto the entire time. The food was okay but nothing special. The highlight was the gin. I would recommend cocktails over their
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
I haven't been here in a long time. Loved it 8 years ago. Unfortunately it was not the greatest this time around. On the plus side the craft cocktails were lovely!!!!!The food was very salty & not what we were expecting for the price and the rave reviews of the Chef on their website (We had parsnips, gnocchi , squash, broccolini, truffle fries) Would have overlooked the not so stellar food if the waiter hadn't been so Surely. He unfortunately ruined the experience of Joli.