Would you believe one of the most outstanding restaurants in Washington is located in an old dairy barn from the 1920s? It’s true. Russell’s Restaurant is located in Bothell, and if you’ve never heard of it, we’ll give you plenty of delicious reasons to go.

Russell’s is located at 3305 Monte Villa Parkway in Bothell.

Laurie N. / TripAdvisor The barn has been lovingly renovated, and it looks downright charming.

The interior is a perfect combination of classic and modern, elegant and rustic.

ch00seyon3 / TripAdvisor The space is warm and inviting.

The chef and owner, Russell Dean Lowell, has won several awards and has been listed as one of the country’s top caterers.

Russell’s Facebook He strives to create food that people will remember, and it’s safe to say he succeeds.

The cuisine here is exquisite.

Russell’s Facebook The menu is locally inspired, using ingredients mainly grown in the Pacific Northwest.

The filet mignon and risotto are legendary.

Laurie N. / TripAdvisor But no matter what you order here, you’ll be impressed.

Russell’s often hosts local wine dinners as it’s conveniently located next to Woodinville wine country.

Russell’s Facebook As you can imagine, the food, service and ambiance are all top notch.

You can even have your wedding reception (and ceremony!) or other private event here and enjoy the amazing catering.

Russell’s Facebook Vineyard tables and the vaulted ceilings of the barn look perfect together.

But as amazing as the ambiance is, the food is always the star of the show.

Russell’s Facebook Russell is one of the most sought after chefs in the Pacific Northwest, and he works with an incredible team.

Russell’s is open for lunch Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. and dinner Tuesday - Sunday.

ch00seyon3 / TripAdvisor There’s also a great happy hour in the bar area from Tuesday-Saturday, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Laurie N. / TripAdvisor

The barn has been lovingly renovated, and it looks downright charming.

ch00seyon3 / TripAdvisor

The space is warm and inviting.

Russell’s Facebook

He strives to create food that people will remember, and it’s safe to say he succeeds.

The menu is locally inspired, using ingredients mainly grown in the Pacific Northwest.

But no matter what you order here, you’ll be impressed.

As you can imagine, the food, service and ambiance are all top notch.

Vineyard tables and the vaulted ceilings of the barn look perfect together.

Russell is one of the most sought after chefs in the Pacific Northwest, and he works with an incredible team.

There’s also a great happy hour in the bar area from Tuesday-Saturday, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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