50 Best American Restaurants near Kenmore

“Smash Burger is spectacular! They really get the umami balance of flavors here. It took a while to receive all the permits to get up and running (feel like forever) but we are soo happy to have them in Kenmore!

Honestly everything they make is so good.

Free onsite parking with other breweries and food trucks nearby.“

“Friendly staff, great food at very reasonable prices. Worth the trip!“

“We had lunch at Cedar & Elm a few months ago and had a great experience. But Christmas lunch today was a major disappointment. The website said “choose from either our five-course tasting menu or our regular menu”. We arrived for our 1:30 reservation, were seated late and then told only the brunch menu was available. :(“

“Awesome space, nicely decorated. Cocktail (their version of an Old Fashioned) was excellent. Wagyu steak frites with sauces excellent. Pork schnitzel okay. No dessert ordered. Service at bar was excellent. Service in restaurant was good but not really to standard for this price level. Dinner for 2 with cocktail, glass of Brut, 2 glasses of Pinot Noir $220 total inclusive (Feb 2026).“

“The food is always very good. We come here every time we’re in town to visit our husky at UW. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. A bit pricey.“

“My all time favorite brunch in the city. The food, no matter the seasonal selections, is always amazing. The cornmeal pancake is a must for the table and a notable favorite from my last visit was the Avocado Toastie with cured egg yolk. Delectable. Forget the food the service and environment is also superb. If you are in Seattle of visiting this is a must try.“

“Food was amazing highly recommend“

“The food is exquisite and Chef William is a gem. We can always count on a great meal and having a wonderful night out. We love Violet! We also love sitting at the bar and chatting it up with Kevin. If you want a fun night out, head to Violet! You won’t be disappointed!“

“Great neighborhood location to eat on Queen Anne.“

“Great food, fantastic servers and bartenders. Super friendly neighborhood restaurant but also worth a drive if you don’t live close by!“

“We had such a great night at Joey, and a huge part of that was thanks to our waiter, Miranda. Her energy was amazing from the moment she greeted us—so warm, friendly, and genuinely upbeat. She was attentive without hovering, always smiling, and made us feel truly welcomed and taken care of throughout the evening. Her service and positive attitude honestly elevated the entire experience. Miranda turned a good dinner into a memorable night. Thank you!“

“lIncredible craft cocktails and delicious food (don't forget to try the cake!) But the attention to detail in the beautiful wood design of the bar and fixtures, the decor, and the down-to-earth staff make this my favorite spot in the city!“

“If I lived in Seattle def would be my go to restaurant. Amazing service and incredible food. Highly recommend the Dutch Baby. Salmon Salad Sandwich and French Onion Soup! Do you deliver to Ohio?? 😁“

“the food is well prepared, nicely presented and super tasty. the atmosphere is great too. can be totally casual day or night but also give off a more romantic/midscale vibe. Plus their happy hour rocks!“

“I stopped in for a last minute brunch and they were able to get me seated really quickly. I had the chicken fried steak and it was great! The warm bread while I waited was an unexpected, but nice surprise. You don’t see that a lot in the PNW. The service was excellent and very attentive. I will be back!“

“We enjoyed our meal in a casual neighborhood setting. We had tempura cauliflower, mushroom risotto, clams and a Caesar. Everything was excellent but I need to call out the risotto as outstanding. Better than many seattle Italian restaurants. Very friendly service and they even seated us so we could watch the Mariners game. We have enjoyed many meals here since they opened several years ago but after last night we decided we would go more often.“

“Really very devious food service. Highly RecommendedRecomanded“

“The best dinner we've had in years! We shared the Rib-eye , WOW I will be dreaming about those little potatoes too..“

“I have eaten at Toulouse Petit many times. It is my husband and I's favorite spot. We have tried many items on the menus and have never walked away unsatisfied. The food is always amazing, the service is kind, and it’s just a place I love coming back to. If you’ve never been, you should definitely check it out. It’s one of Seattle’s best.“

“Great food“

“My spouse and I were craving a hot breakfast and some quality time at home, so they stumbled upon this place and we decided to head out to Wallingford. Parking was a bit of a puzzle, but it wasn’t too tough. Since it was midday on Saturday, it was a bit crowded, but we managed to snag a table in no time. The food took about 10-15 minutes to arrive, but once it did, it was hot and ready to go. We ordered the gluten-free chicken and waffles, and every bite was fantastic. The chicken breast was lightly breaded and seasoned perfectly, with a flavorful and tender meat. The Belgian waffles were light and fluffy, and they complemented the chicken beautifully. This was definitely a great choice on a dreary Saturday. We’re already excited about our next breakfast and brunch trip here.“

“Perfect atmosphere and exceptional service and food ❤️❤️❤️“

“Top notch service at the Camano Island Tapped this Mother's day weekend. They were packed and the crew was knowledgeable, friendly and working like a well oiled machine! The dungeness crabcake salad special was delish 😋⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“LOVED this spot. And the recommendation by Tom was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 definitely coming back!“

“We decided to stop in for breakfast one day and have been back a couple times since - it's a solid place for a consistently good breakfast!

I have stuck with the basic egg/toast/home fries breakfast, but each time the eggs are cooked perfectly, and the home fries are some of the best i've had!

My dining companion has gotten the chicken fried steak and eggs and has thoroughly enjoyed that option, and really enjoys the fact that they offer rice and beans as one of their choices of sides with breakfast.

The folks (a couple?) who run the place are friendly and have very quick service - so i definitely recommend it!“

“Incredible service!! So great for a special occasion. Felt like Michelin star quality. The salad lived up to the hype and the pork belly was really yummy. Nathan was a terrific server. We had an amazing birthday dinner“

“Great Richmond Beach eatery over many years 👌“

“Love it. I will go back and recommend“

“An iconic neighborhood pub with great service, cold drinks and tasty bar fare. I especially like sitting on the outdoor patio on a beautiful day. The patio tables have individual umbrellas and the tree line street down to the water of Lake Washington is beautiful.“

“We love Brianna’s Cafe! My youngest has a food allergy and the staff there went above and beyond to make sure she could have food that was safe for her, the food is great and the pie is delicious!!“

“Absolutely epic source for all thing’s DELICIOUS! We are obsessed with the Pate en Croute, meat pies, every flavor sausage, and their perfectly aged cuts of locally sourced meat!“

“I absolutely love this place. It is one of my go-to spots in Bothell for consistent quality and service. The food and drinks are excellent. I have been there at every hour of the day and highly recommend all of their menus.“

“Quick service, nice staff, a bit too loud, but I am usually hypersensitive to noise. They do have an outdoor alternative that could use some warming poles now that the weather is cold. Overall, we enjoyed it and the food was ok.“

“Food is excellent ! I always get the wings they literally melt in your mouth and are just so flavorful! My sister brung me here and I’ve been back 5+times by myself since lol ! TRY IT ! I also tried the pena colada’s drink and omg it was soooo delicious“

“we flew in late so were starving this morning. The staff were so inviting and friendly the food was absolutely delicious!!! Large portions. Will definitely be back!!“

“Little known gem very worthwhile checking out. Super tasty menu items. Be sure to ask for a glass of their exclusive, custom-label Pancho Villa Cab (by Barrage Cellars).“

“I haven’t been to this ale house in many years. The wife used to come up here a lot before we met when she lived in the neighborhood. The English pub feel was great. Very homey with great friendly staff. The food was a very good. The salmon was moist and flaky with amazing flavors. The Root Beer was smooth and sweet just there was I like it. I would come back here again soon next time we are in the neighborhood.“

“We went for the first time today and had excellent customer service! The food was amazing. We will be back :)“

“chili crisp sandwich is best chicken sandwich around“

“Amazing food and cocktails! Great friendly service. Highly recommend.“

“May be one of my favorite places on Microsoft campus. Had great share platters and nice drinks. I recommend their creamsicle mocktail. Was very well suited for a low maintenance but well run happy hour/team event. Very helpful and accommodating staff.“

“Great home cooking and some specialties. Friendly and fast service. We loved it!“

“I have always loved the Cut Shop! staff and ownership have always been wonderful. a couple employees have been undesirable but have gone. I will say i was sadden and my kids were disappointed when they did away with the scavenger hunt. that was a really cool and unique activity. So that was a bummer and them doing away with the mini corndogs.. bummer too“

“We did the 4 PC chicken and small chicken strips and it was delicious. Great flavor of the potato salad and homemade tartar sauce was perfect. It was a lot of food and well worth the drive there from our house. staff was friendly. Smells wonderful inside. We'll be back again for sure.“

“I'm going to start this with this is not a cheap place to go. Now that's done the staff are second to none. I believe David is the owner and is amazing. Our group sat at the bar. And I can't remember the bartenders name but he was on point with his drinks, recommendations and service. Now the food. I had the black cod and it was perfect and I mean perfect. Was the plate perfect in my opinion no as I asked for some extra veggies. This was my second time there and they don't miss everything I've had has been a home run and the service is top shelf. When I'm in the area again I will definitely be going back.“

“Me and my family visited here after Snowflake Lane last night on Christmas Eve and they were able to accommodate 8 of us. The ambiance was pleasant, the drinks were amazing, and the food was excellent! My husband and I are vegan and they had several choices. I would highly recommend it here. A little pricey but worth it!“

“Award winning staff that never forgets anything to make your stay pleasurable.“

“Excellent food. Wonderful service .. Recommend The Shambles steaks… all of them🙃“

“Nice, casual brewery has great food to accompany your beer. I really enjoyed the fish and chips - two pieces of cod with nicely done fries - $20. The fish is beer battered. You pick up your food from a truck parked out front; they give you a buzzer so you know when your food is ready. I don't normally drink near beer, but I didn't want to drink at lunch - and Reuben's NA beer pleasantly surprised me. It was really good!
Staff does a nice job and the space is clean and comfortable. I had a nice lunch date with my friend, Dale, and will definitely return!“

“Delicious, healthy choices. You can dine in or take it to go. Great alternative to other fast food places!“