Woodinville

Come to Woodinville for a luxurious, weekend destination appeal. This rapidly growing city lives just a half hour away from downtown Seattle and attracts thousands of visitors every year, but it still manages to maintain the charm of a little-known secret. It is known for the beautiful river valley, a small town feel, and an expanding community of wineries and craft breweries. Redhook Brewery and several wineries can be found along the Sammamish River Trail which runs through Woodinville. There’s so much to do here; from horseback riding to hot air ballooning, Woodinville never fails to surprise and delight.

What to Expect: Here you’ll find a strong farm-to-table attitude paired with a picturesque setting.

The Lifestyle: An idyllic suburb with large lots, friendly neighbors, and everything you might need to settle down and stay a while.

You'll Fall in Love With: You can have a once-in-a-lifetime experience every weekend.

THE SCHOOLS

Woodinville is a great option for families looking for great schools - the Northshore School District has a long history of great ratings. Encompassing Woodinville, Bothell, and parts of Kenmore, NSD schools are consistently in the top ranks statewide with arts, IB, and sports options galore. Learn more here:

DINING

Woodinville has swiftly become a premier wine destination - known for the OG wineries of Chateau Ste. Michelle and Delille, is has since grown into not one but two distinct wine districts with numerous tastings rooms serving up wine, spirits, and even mead. However, don't skip Woodinville's excellent eateries when you're here. From cafes to cocktails, this northwest gem hosts a plethora of options for the whole family. Here's some of our favorites:

The Herbfarm -Every meal is a production at the longtime fine-dining staple. It feels like an extension of the garden and farm that surrounds it.

Purple Cafe - A staple of Woodinville dining since 2001, and still consistently delicious. Known for it's pasta, chopped salad, baked brie, and of course, it's wine list.

Barking Frog - Expect elegant dinners that include beef tartare, wild nettle tagliatelle, and grilled octopus paired with smoked brisket. Daily brunch service lets visitors start the day with a dungeness crab benedict or the smash burger that Moore has pretty much perfected. Don't miss their food truck!

Woodin Creek Kitchen & Tap​​​​​​​ - A new arrival that services its similarly new neighborhood with bar snacks, salads, burgers, and pastas, even sushi or jambalaya.

Woodinville Cafe - Long standing local favorite with huge breakfasts (and sometime long lines.) Great to fuel up before a wine tasting adventure! 

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Molbak's - Your new favorite nursery, gift shop, and cafe rolled into one.

Hollywood School House - the landmark school turned wedding venue, that anchors the new winery district of Woodinville.

The Herbfarm -  one of the bastions of fine dining, featuring local wine and delicious food.