Buck's American Cafe - Everett, Washington

Jennifer D.

We’ve been going there for the last seven years and the last two years we’ve been seeing a huge decline in food quality. I know it’s probably because of the issue with how much food cost but our chicken Parmesan. The chicken was literally at most a quarter inch of thick No flavor. Over cooked I should have taken a picture. I ate 4 bites. I took my mom and her husband out for a great dinner after they moved from Spokane to here into a senior living center and I thought this was gonna be a good place unfortunately I have to say unless it’s something changes drastically. I’ll never back this place again. The chef and the owner knows what I’m talking about

Please go back to your same ingredients make them a smaller that’s fine, but make them delicious like you had before

I’ve never seen it this slow at your restaurant ever even on a Thursday so that means something and that I’ve never seen the sign promoting people to come in on the sidewalk

That alone should say something about how you’re doing business and feeding your customers it’s wrong. I understand, but you have to make it delicious at the same time. Otherwise it’s not gonna last anymore than six to another year from now.

If you think it’s going the wrong direction, the only thing you could do is add back The current menu that you had four or five years ago, makes smaller portions. Keep the same price and don’t ship it out. It’s a classy place and people want to go there, but they won’t go there with the food they have now hope for the best for you.

Scrub A. D.

Absolutely wonderful!
Maura was our server and recommended some awesome dishes. The halibut is off the charts amazing and the ravioli is beyond terrific. I’ll be coming back for more!!!! One more thing… The chef is named Dillon. Stop by the kitchen at the pass-through window and say hi. He is absolutely top shelf.

Miles K.

What a great, cozy, friendly and vital restaurant. This is the premier classic good continental restaurant in downtown Everett. Every time we have amazing service, drinks, food and atmosphere. The chicken Parmesan is fantastic and they really know how to cook a steak. We can't wait to come back and try more dishes. They have seasonal specials and a live musician every Wednesday. Don't sleep on Buck's!

Angella E.

We came here yesterday for early dinner around 5pm. I would give more than 5 stars for service if I could. The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. Really appreciate the male staff who gave us booster seat, fancy water cup with its own straw for kids and the paper menu and crayons right away. My child got so excited about coloring. I don’t have to entertain her much in this restaurant because of this. I also want to thank the very beautiful female waitstaff who serve our table. She’s also patiently accommodate us with our needs and is genuinely kind.

The tenderloin skewers were good, the salad dressing was really good, and I drool over my kid’s halibut and chips foods that came out in a pretty large portion. My kid was so happy to receive her meal with the little fish lemon peel flag that came with it. This place knows how to treat kids well.

We had a good meal here, the music is not loud, the vibe is warm and I would come back again for that fish and chips that my daughter ate

Val G.

This place has been around since the 80s. The bar and decor in the restaurant are quite nice. The customer service is fantastic! The food was just okay, but I'm dieting and had a Cobb salad without the cheese, dressing, and croutons. It would have been nice if they added an extra egg to the salad since many thing were omitted. All I had was water and a salad. Kind of expensive for what I had. My bill was $24. I plan to go back their when I'm not dieting to try the food again.

Kim S.

A very cool old building with a nice ambiance. The calamari with its lemon dipping sauce was unique and surprisingly delicious. The steamed clams were very good. The steaks were very good quality and cooked perfectly to order. The service was very friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and specials. We'll definitely be going back!

Samm M.

Update: We went back and were FLOORED again by this fantastic little local treat! Amanda took absolutely amazing care of us for our anniversary, Bob Theil playing beautifully to our side, Bucks delivered again. Our plates were prompt, fresh, delicious and well portioned. We left exactly as happy as a couple on their anniversary should. Thank you!!!
Original review:
This place is well put together, there's a cohesive vibe and it's warm and inviting. The place was packed the whole time we were there but you would never think it by the ease of the staff. The bartender mixed a perfect Foghorn with just enough lime.
The portions were ample and everything was fresh and inviting. The pork shank was PERFECT, fall off the bone. I also frequently find demi glazes to take on a bitter, burnt flavor but this sauce was rich, full of depth and just delicious.
The garlic mash is right up there among the best and the vegetables were bright and tender. My husband said this was the best chicken parmesan he has had yet. The house made Alfredo sauce had a fantastic hit of garlic that played well with the herb crust of the chicken.
Even our little daughter, a notoriously picky eater took decent efforts at her fish and chips. Sampling a small piece, the fried halibut was well seasoned, crisp and properly drained so it was not greasy or mushy underneath.
From start to finish this was a great experience. I would say this will be a new local favorite for us.
Parking can be a little tough, you may want a reservation on weekends as well.

Saranraj A.

The baked brie was good and the salmon entree was nice. The peanut butter pie dessert was the best I've ever had! The hospitality was amazing and made the experience even better.