Nirvana Modern Cuisine and Libations

It wasn't long ago that a place like Nirvana would have felt out of place on Vashon, but then the Dairy Queen closed and the Hardware Store (restaurant) opened and the way was paved for new venues offering much better ambiance, food, and drinks. To me, Nirvana is a welcome addition to Vashon's once lazy and boring restaurant scene (if you can ucall it a scene). If this place were in Seattle I could quibble a bit more, but Nirvana brings such a solid, diverse menu and dining experience to the island that it's hard to criticize. The menu has something for everyone, the flavors and preparation are good, and the service is friendly. It also has a very nice little bar. All in all, if you're looking for a nice meal out on Vashon Island, Nirvana is worth checking out.

The atmosphere was pleasant and the bartender was very nice but the drinks just were not good. I appreciate what this spot is attempting and feel the potential is there but the drinks just missed their mark. I felt like I was drinking muddled wood chips through a straw.

Lastly, this is not a criticism but a suggestion... If Nirvana was 1/5th the size you could get a cool little cocktail scene going. Cheers.

-Tacoma Pessimist

After waiting six months to visit the latest incarnation of an "Indian" restaurant in this location we were very pleasantly surprised to learn it isn't Indian Cuisine in the slightest.  Don't get me wrong, I love Indian food but the last two businesses that were here figuratively and literally left a bad taste in our mouth.

We went for the all you can eat Sunday brunch buffet.  Delicious and homemade biscuits and gravy, cheese blintzes, sausage, bacon, even bangers and mashes! along with fresh fruit, Roaseterie coffee, and a perfect mimosa.  All for under $65 for the three of us.

Checked out the dinner menu and it looks enticing.  

We'll be back to check it out... and soon.