A “fresh” take on Northwest cuisine is coming to West Seattle thanks to Herban Feast’s latest culinary venture.

Fresh Bistro, a full-service restaurant located at 4725 42nd Ave. S.W. beneath the newly constructed Mural apartments, will hold it’s grand opening Friday, May 22 at 5 p.m.

Herban Feast has been catering creative Northwest events since 2003. They are committed to providing exceptional service along with delicious food crafted from fresh, regional ingredients. Owner BJ Duft described what guests could expect from their Fresh Bistro experience.

“Some of the things we are serving are bright, lively and fresh foods made from products you would find at the local farmers market. They’re not over the top eclectic; but are definitely unique, things like gooey duck and halibut cheeks,” he said.

The menu will feature international, bistro-style fare with a Pacific Northwest twist. A sample menu featured on their website lists dishes such as pan-seared tuna salad nicoise, green olive and pecorino crusted halibut, and a lavender white chocolate pot de crème. Fresh Bistro’s culinary team will include Executive Chef and Co-owner Dalis Chea and Chef-de-Cuisine Jeff Taton.

Guests can also look forward to a full bar with 60 different spirits, a local and international wine list, and beer on tap. Signature drinks, such as the apple mint mojito will be available for guest’s sipping pleasure.

The menu style, Duft explained, will feature both shared and individual entrees.

“People can come in and share and sample,” Duft said.

Prices range from $9-15 dollars for shared plates, $18-28 dollars for entrees, and $6-10 dollars for soups and salads. The restaurant will also have a happy hour that includes food and drink specials. A brunch will be added to the menu mid-summer.

Aside from the food, guests can also look forward to a unique dining experience.

“One person described it as similar to walking into a spa,” Duft said.

Duft explained that Fresh Bistro is not your typical box restaurant. Rather, it is an intimate setting with different levels. Outdoor seating is also available.

One highlight Duft described was the kitchen where guest can view bistro chefs creating some of Herban Feast’s signature plates.

“I think we’re the only restaurant in West Seattle with a full, open kitchen right inside the front door,” Duft said.

The restaurant will be open Friday, May 22, and Saturday, May 23, from 5 p.m. - 12 a.m. Happy hour will be held on both days from 9 p.m. – 11 p.m. The restaurant will also be open for lunch beginning May 25.

Official hours will be-
Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday: 5 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Happy hour-
Monday - Thursday: 4pm - 6pm | 9pm - 11pm
Friday & Saturday: 9pm - 11pm

For more information, visit Fresh Bistro's website at http://www.herbanfeast.com/freshbistro/index.html.