Main Street businesses (often, and especially now) present tremendous innovation, determination, and generosity. Each month, Main Street organizations from across the state are invited to nominate one of their small businesses that is brightening their community and persevering despite numerous challenges. For the month of May, Washington Trust for Historic Preservation nominated our local favorite Fin’s Bistro in historic downtown Issaquah! Nestled in historic downtown Issaquah, Fins Bistro provides a quintessential Northwest dining experience. The seasonally inspired menu features fish and shellfish from local waters, beef from Northwest ranchers, and produce grown in our region. Don’t forget to stop by for a bite to eat and congratulate them on their May nomination!
Fins Bistro, Issaquah
Owners: Jeff and Christal Maxfield, Bryan Fritz, and Zarah Matsuda (pictured above
“Fins Bistro, located next to the renowned Village Theatre in historic downtown Issaquah, is owned by two couples: Jeff and Christal Maxfield and Bryan Fritz and Zarah Matsuda. The team has demonstrated resilience, from new restaurant ownership with a vision for a refresh, to weathering a pandemic. Collectively challenging themselves to be in service to the community, they are having fun creating a memorable dining experience.”—Christina Bruning, Downtown Issaquah Association
“We figured it would be wise to switch our menu weekly and sometimes daily to keep our regulars interested since we will be in this situation for a prolonged period of time. We started Taco Tuesdays, then fried chicken, and moved the kitchen outside to show the community on Main Street that we are open, and don’t be afraid to come and see us!”—Owners Jeff and Christal Maxfield and Bryan Fritz and Zarah Matsuda
Find them in person: 232 Front Street N, Issaquah
Find them online: https://www.finsbistroissaquah.com/
How you can support locally: Order carryout online or by phone (425-392-0109). Free delivery is also available within a five-mile radius for a $50 minimum purchase.
How you can support from afar: Sign up to become a VIP and receive email updates special events, new menu items, menu reviews, and more!
The full article can be viewed at: http://www.preservewa.org/resilience-on-main-may-2020/
Author: DIA ED
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