One of my friends was the head chef at Mission in Old Town, then was asked to open Kierland location.
This restaurant is quite literally THE best restaurant of its type in the area - hands down.
Its a busy place because its so good, but the wait is worth it if there are any doubts. Service is excellent and consistent. Staff know their stuff and if its slow, its likely very busy.
I can't really fault any of the food - the portions, flavors and choices, as well as the presentations, are all excellent.
I have been to Mission many times, with friends and without, as I fall back to this place because it is always consistently excellent..