Renovations are complete at the Salish Lodge & Spa on Snoqualmie Falls in Washington State. Photo Credit: Courtesy of the hotel
The Restaurant and Terrace Bar reopened this month at the 86-room Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, Wash., the latest element to be completed in an extensive six-year renovation of the property.
Over that time the lobby, all guest rooms and the spa were upgraded, and the Snoqualmie Falls Visitor Center and the Lounge were added. A few more projects still are in the works, to be completed by the end of this year: Four new luxury suites are being built, as well as new event spaces and a new ballroom.
Work on the restaurant expanded the dining space to 3,116 square feet, with grand windows and a multi-tier seating design, so nearly every table has a view of Snoqualmie Falls, the river or the surrounding valley. Intimate lighting and natural design elements, such as wood, stone and leather, create a welcoming and relaxed ambience.
The Terrace Bar and Terrace Patio offer an additional 1,237 square feet of covered and heated space for year-round outdoor dining. The Sunset Firepits invite guests to enjoy bites and drinks against the backdrop of Snoqualmie Falls.
“The Restaurant & Terrace Bar at Salish Lodge is a true celebration of the Pacific Northwest, honoring the rich history of this iconic place while embracing a new culinary adventure,” said Alan Stephens, general manager of the property. “This transformation of our restaurant allows us to serve [guests] better than ever — offering exceptional food and drink, breathtaking views and warm hospitality in a sophisticated yet relaxed space where they can create lasting memories.”
Now on the menu
The new menu celebrates the region’s bounty, with a special focus on local dry-aged beef sourced from nearby Royal Ranch. Local produce, responsibly sourced seafood (including salmon, halibut, jumbo prawns and Alaskan king crab legs), and vegetarian and vegan dishes are featured on the seasonal menu. Classic steak house sides such as hand-cut fries, grilled asparagus and baked potatoes are joined by innovative additions, such as Northwest grits, a gluten-free, vegetarian version with grits, cheese curds, roasted corn, chives and Salish honey from the on-site apiary. Longtime Salish Lodge favorites, such as the “Honey from Heaven” service at brunch and the classic country breakfast, continue to be available.
The extensive wine list focuses on Pacific Northwest varietals, and classic and signature cocktails use local ingredients. For example, the Dale Cooper (a nod to the lodge’s history as a key filming location for the cult-classic show Twin Peaks) mixes local Kur Gin and Salish Dry Honey Cider made of honey sourced from Lodge’s on-site apiary. The beverage team also offers a variety of creative spirit-free options.