Island Soul (Kirkland)

4.6

245 Reviews

$50 and over

Caribbean

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch
Great for creative cocktails

Hello! Thank you for your interest in Arleana's Restaurant. We are excited to announce that we are transitioning to Island Soul Rum Bar & Soul Shack! For more updates and information, please visit our Instagram: www.instagram.com/arleanasrestaurant

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Caribbean, Soul food, Latin / Spanish
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(425) 559-5077
Website
https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
To book a catering, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events

Location
312 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033-6206
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Cross street
We're between 3rd and 4th St on Central Way
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Central Way & 5th St (Stop ID: 70665) - Bus #239, 245, 250, 893 // Central Way & 3rd St (Stop ID: 73813) - Bus #230, 231, 250
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CRAB CAKES$20.00
Crab Meat, Celery, Lemon Juice, Egg, Mayonnaise, Cajun Seasoning
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES$15.00
Green Tomatoes, Panko, Egg, Onions, Buddha Belly's Seasoning
ISLAND CURRY MUSSELS$18.00
Mussels, House-Curry, Coconut Milk
JAMAICAN PATTIES$16.00
- Beef$0.00
- Chicken$0.00
- Veggie$0.00
LAMB SKEWERS$27.00
Lamb, House-Curry Seasoning
MAC N CHEESE$14.00
Penne Pasta, Whole Cream, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, House-Seasoning
TOSTONES$12.00
Fried Green Plantains, Red Onions, Garlic, Tomatoes
WINGS$18.00
- Calypso$0.00
- Mango$0.00
- Habanero$0.00
- Jerk$0.00

LARGE

BLACKENED SALMON$33.00
Salmon, Plantains, Fried Okra
CHEESEBURGER & FRIES$21.00
Bun, Jerk Mayo, American Cheese, Beef Patty, Fries
CHICKPEA CURRY$16.00
Chickpeas, Garlic, Onions, Tomatoes
CURRY GOAT$34.00
Goat, Bell Pepper, Garlic, Onions, Potatoes, Coconut Milk, Curry, Coriander, Ginger
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
FRIED CHICKEN$25.00
Flour, Egg, Chicken, Buddha Belly's Seasoning
GUMBO$34.00
Shrimp, Crab Meat, Andouille Sausage, Chicken, House-Roux (Cornstarch), House-Chicken Stock
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
ARLEANA'S SALAD$10.00
Seasonal Greens, Seasonal Fruit, Red Onions, Fried Plantains, House-Vinaigrette
JAMAICAN RUNDOWN$13.00
Vegetable Medley, Garlic, Onions, Coconut Milk, House-Sweet Chili Sauce
- Prawns 7$7.00
- Tofu 3$3.00
JERK CHICKEN$16.00
Chicken, Habanero, Garlic, Onions, Scallions, Allspice, Cloves, Nutmeg, Black Pepper
OXTAIL STEW$35.00
Oxtail, Bell Peppers, Lima Beans, Potatoes, House-Chicken Stock, Thyme
- Basmati Rice$0.00
- Rice & Peas$0.00
LOY'S PORK CHOP$30.00
Grilled Pork, Garlic, Onion, Black Pepper, Oregano, Thyme
FRIED CATFISH$16.00
Catfish, House-Cajun Seasoning, Cornmeal Batter

SIDES

BASMATI RICE$8.00
COCONUT CORN MUFFIN$8.00
COLLARD GREENS$8.00
FRIES$8.00
FRIED OKRA$8.00
RICE & PEAS$8.00
SWEET PLANTAINS$8.00

COCKTAILS

LITHIUM$22.00
Four Roses Bourbon, Amaro Montenegro Averna, Grand Marnier
SMOKEY PEACH$17.00
Scotch Peach Amaretto, Apricot Liquor, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Egg White
THE INCREDIBLE TIKI SCOTCH$18.00
Caribbean Scotch Falernum, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Float Mezcal
SPICY PEAR$18.00
Repo Tequila, Green Chili, Prickly Pear, Simple Syrup, Lime, Cajun Rim
ST. MARY MULE$16.00
Mezcal, Rosemary, Simple Syrup, Lime, Ginger
FIVE STONES XXX$17.00
Lemonthart Spiced Rum, Amor Butterscotch Syrup, Five Stone's Espresso, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur
BIRD OF PARADISE$17.00
Worthy Park Rum, Mango Liqueur, Raspberry Syrup, Lime, Lemon Oil
SUMMER LOVE LETTER$17.00
Lillet Elderflower, Lemon, Peychauds Bitters, Orange Bitters

N/A COCKTAILS

CHAI SOUR$15.00
Chai, Lime, Simple Syrup, Egg White
STARBURST$15.00
Housemade Orgeat, Raspberry Purée, Pineapple Gum Syrup, Lime, Topo Chico

BEER

BLACK RAVEN COCONUT PORTER$7.00
PELICAN PILSNER$8.00
REUBEN’S HAZELICIOUS IPA$8.00
DAYBREAK PALE ALE$8.00
RED STRIPE PALE LAGER$7.00
AVID CIDER JUNGLE JUICE$9.00

N/A BEER

BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH$6.00
BEST DAY BREWING HAZY IPA$6.00
BEST DAY BREWING WEST COAST IPA$6.00

What 245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Eastside
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Island Soul in Kirkland delights visitors with its "simply the best" offerings, featuring flavorful Caribbean-inspired dishes like jerk chicken and catfish with grits. The "great service," "inventive cocktails," and "serene atmosphere" elevate the dining experience. Guests commend the "fantastic service" and vibrant interior, making it perfect for brunch or a lively dinner.

245 Reviews

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Megan
Seattle
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
This is no longer the quality or atmosphere we were used to from Arleanna’s. We were optimistic with the rebrand that everything would be the same other than the name. Sadly, it wasn’t. I sent back the curry goat as my portion was almost entirely bones and fat. I replaced the entree with the oxtail stew. If I hadn’t already sent back one dish, I would have sent that back for being too salty to eat. The cocktail menu has been reduced significantly. And the joy we found in exploring their unique and delicious cocktails was replaced by a few choices that were just okay. I can’t recall if the restaurant showed sports on a large tv in the main dining/bar room previously, but there was some basketball on and guests seated at the bar were cheering periodically as things unfolded. The upscale atmosphere created by the luxe decor is squashed by the wanna-be sports bar scene. We left disappointed and will not be returning. What used to be a “must” for a lovely dinner in Kirkland is now a major miss. Happy Valentine’s celebration to me.
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Frederick
VIP
Seattle
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another incredible dinner experience. Thank you!!
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David
San Diego
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service was great and atmosphere was nice. Parking garage directly below was convenient and easy to find. Food was pretty good but honestly a little pricey for what you get. The jerk wings had a great flavor but were a little fatty and not as crispy as I’d like. The oxtail stew was really good. The gumbo was a little too watery and a little underwhelming in terms of flavor. The coconut corn muffins tasted pretty good but were also a little bit dry. The plantain butter it came with was good.
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Ortal
VIP
Seattle
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great vibe, great food! We have been there few times, never disappointed
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Steve
VIP
Seattle
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Restaurant was out of first 3 bottles of wine that we tried to order. We ended up purchasing one that was not on the list that was good. Service was good but it was apparent that the restaurant was understaffed. The food was so so.
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Greg
Seattle
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The jerk chicken and sweet plantains are extraordinary, and I lived in South Florida for over a decade.. Island Soul is an outstanding local option for Carribiean food.
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Sherry
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, excellent service! Love their collard greens!
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Claire
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply the best! Nothing like it on the Eastside.
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Lauren
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the second time I've eaten brunch at Island Soul. The food is hot (warm and a little spicy), well flavored, and served exactly as described. The shrimp and/or catfish and grits are excellent as is the hurricane. Keep up the great work Island Soul!
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Lauren
Boise
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely loved Island Soul! The service was fantastic- our waitress was so nice and gave great recommendations. We ordered the jerk chicken with plantains which were to die for! I’ll definitely be back.
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FAQs

Island Soul (Kirkland) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (425) 559-5077.

Island Soul (Kirkland) is rated 4.6 stars by 245 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

312 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033-6206

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We're between 3rd and 4th St on Central Way
Neighborhood
Kirkland
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Caribbean, Soul food, Latin / Spanish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Central Way & 5th St (Stop ID: 70665) - Bus #239, 245, 250, 893 // Central Way & 3rd St (Stop ID: 73813) - Bus #230, 231, 250
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(425) 559-5077
Catering
To book a catering, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please fill out our form: https://www.islandsoulrestaurant.com/private-events

Island Soul (Kirkland)

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gumbo

Fried Green Tomatoes

Halibut

SHAREABLES

CRAB CAKES$20.00

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES$15.00

ISLAND CURRY MUSSELS$18.00

JAMAICAN PATTIES$16.00

LAMB SKEWERS$27.00

MAC N CHEESE$14.00

TOSTONES$12.00

WINGS$18.00

LARGE

BLACKENED SALMON$33.00

CHEESEBURGER & FRIES$21.00

CHICKPEA CURRY$16.00

CURRY GOAT$34.00

FRIED CHICKEN$25.00

GUMBO$34.00

ARLEANA'S SALAD$10.00

JAMAICAN RUNDOWN$13.00

JERK CHICKEN$16.00

OXTAIL STEW$35.00

LOY'S PORK CHOP$30.00

FRIED CATFISH$16.00

SIDES

BASMATI RICE$8.00

COCONUT CORN MUFFIN$8.00

COLLARD GREENS$8.00

FRIES$8.00

FRIED OKRA$8.00

RICE & PEAS$8.00

SWEET PLANTAINS$8.00

COCKTAILS

LITHIUM$22.00

SMOKEY PEACH$17.00

THE INCREDIBLE TIKI SCOTCH$18.00

SPICY PEAR$18.00

ST. MARY MULE$16.00

FIVE STONES XXX$17.00

BIRD OF PARADISE$17.00

SUMMER LOVE LETTER$17.00

N/A COCKTAILS

CHAI SOUR$15.00

STARBURST$15.00

BEER

BLACK RAVEN COCONUT PORTER$7.00

PELICAN PILSNER$8.00

REUBEN’S HAZELICIOUS IPA$8.00

DAYBREAK PALE ALE$8.00

RED STRIPE PALE LAGER$7.00

AVID CIDER JUNGLE JUICE$9.00

N/A BEER

BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH$6.00

BEST DAY BREWING HAZY IPA$6.00

BEST DAY BREWING WEST COAST IPA$6.00

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