The experience was exceptional! We were sat outside, served our favorite drinks, that we specified ahead of time. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu, suggested couple of his preferred dished. We followed the recommendation of sommelier to pair our food with local Columbian Valley wine which was superb and finished our dinner with a "Happy Anniversary" hand crafted cocoa powder personalized plate! The staff went above and beyond to make this even truly feel like a celebration.

We had a wonderful dinner at Aqua. The views are spectacular and the service was great! Our server was very kind and personable. The food was overall pretty good. We do have some high expectations having moved from Las Vegas a couple years ago - we frequented some of the "best" restaurants in the world there. I'd give the service and ambience a 5/5 - we got exactly what was expected and more! The view was obviously a 5/5 - it's the Seattle waterfront, what's not to love? I'd give the food a 4/5 - the filet was a bit undercooked (I didn't send it back; I'm not that person / also it did have a wonderful char and the meat was flavorful), the crab mac & cheese needed to be a little more rich, imo (it was still very good). I've had some decadent crab mac before so maybe I'm partial. The Brussels sprouts were among the best I've had, the oysters were super fresh, and the spicy shrimp appetizer was delectable (that sauce!) - those were all 5/5. I can't forget the bread pudding, either - that was out of this world! The cocktails were great, too! I had the Blackberry Smash and Yellow Cadillac - both were great. Our guests enjoyed theirs as well. Our guests had the halibut and salmon and both said theirs were very good! Also, the free Aqua cookies in the car from the valet was a nice touch. Overall we had a wonderful experience. A couple of the more expensive menu items could have been a bit better, but everything else was so good! I should have taken better pictures, but I at least snapped a couple.

We made reservations for a double Birthday celebration at AQUA for a Friday evening. We choose this restaurant based on the reviews and to see the sunset. Our server was Simon, and he was "okay". At times, he seemed to disappear on Us while we waited for our drinks, salads and entree. We were unclear if this was common practice as the table next to us had a different Server who was more attentive. We all choose the Caesar salad which is tossed and made directly at the table. It was "good", could have used less lemon and more anchovies and parmesan. My entree was the King Crab Legs which were 2 legs for $129. The legs were a little skimpy. We all shared the garlic mashed potatoes which were excellent. One Guest ordered the Black Cod which was "basic". My Hubby ordered the Manhattan NY strip. It was pretty small and looked very lonely all by itself on such a big plate! To our surprise, Aqua did provide us with 2 complimentary desserts for my son and his GF. They were the best part of the evening!!! NOTE: If you are unfamiliar with the area, you have to walk down the sidewalk for Aqua's entrance. There is a Valet and parking available. Overall, a great location overlooking the water, Elliot Bay Trails and the Space Needle in the distance. Disappointing, we did not see the sunset and overall is was a 4.7. Pricey for the portions.

I organized a surprise bachelor party for my fiancé that started with dinner here. Not only was AQUA extremely accommodating with our reservation, communicating with me consistently leading up to it and reserving an outdoor table, but Justice went above and beyond to make the night so special. She suggested and made special menus (she asked me to send some photos), which were INCREDIBLE. AND the food and drinks were amazing. The guys had a fantastic time and we are all blown away by the service and this restaurant, especially Justice! Thank you AQUA and Justice!

We went to Aqua to celebrate my birthday, and upon arrival the table was beautifully decorated with a card, rose petals, and a special birthday menu. We had a delightful dinner and everything was cooked well with my compliments to the crab. We also received a gorgeous complimentary birthday dessert. To top it off, the valet left chocolate chip cookies in our car upon returning it! Our server, Dimiter, was very helpful with recommendations, was very on top of anything we may have needed, and was very friendly throughout the night. He even called over another bartender for more specific whiskey recommendations. The ambiance is exactly as it looks online, absolutely gorgeous setting, decorations, and vibes with stunning views of the sound. There was nice, live piano music playing as well. My only complaint was the calamari starter as it had significantly more broken bread bits than meat. Had to dig for the good pieces which was disappointing.

Celebrated a friend's birthday at AQUA by El Gaucho on a Friday night. Ambiance: The table was beautifully decorated with a Happy Birthday card and rose petals upon arrival. AQUA offers a fine and comfortable dining experience with stunning views of the water, complemented by live piano music throughout the evening. Food/Drinks: We ordered dishes like king salmon, wild Alaskan black cod, rib chop, and seared scallops. Tim, our server, recommended the black cod, which was a standout dish. The food, including the shareable sides, was delicious, and the extensive wine, liquor, and cocktail selections added to our experience. We definitely appreciate the dessert at the end to top off the celebration! Customer Service: Tim provided exceptional service, patiently assisting us in selecting a bottle of wine by offering tastings. His attentiveness contributed to an enjoyable dining experience. Looking forward to returning for their Happy Hour!

Located next to the pier overlooking at the waterfront. A great place to see the sunset and have that water view. Reservation was made ahead of visiting. Valet parking available. We arrived just a little pass sundown and was seated in the greater dining area with booth seats. The atmosphere is inviting and classy. There was a pianist nearby playing some familiar melodies during the Saturday evening. Our server was Alex and he was attentive and helpful. We celebrated our anniversary and was treated with care by all the staff. We ordered the Seafood Bacchanalia to share. The seafood was delicious and fresh. Loved it. Would definitely come back again if I am in Seattle. Highly recommend. Great for Anniversary, Office Meetings, Celebration Dinners, Date Nights.