50 Best American Restaurants near Mercer Island

“Roanoke Inn continues to be Mercer Island’s cozy, neighborhood gem where “friends meet friends,” and its charm only grows with time. Nestled in a historic building with a laid-back ambiance and a killer beer garden, it’s the kind of place that instantly feels like home .

Huge thanks to Ollie, whose energy and speed behind the bar never go unnoticed he keeps the orders flowing and the atmosphere lively even when the place is packed . And shout out to Isabella for being equally attentive and welcoming she made our visit that much better.

If you’re on Mercer Island and looking for great food, craft drinks, and a spot that feels timeless yet never gets old, Roanoke Inn checks all the boxes with teammates like Ollie and Isabella leading the way, it’s a must-visit.“

“I had such a great experience at JOEY Southcenter due to our lovely server McKenna. She was patient although I am extremely indecisive and she helped me make some great choices!“

“the food was delicious! with a hidden menu inside..bangsilog...oxtail and Kare kare to name a few. however it does not beat the personal interaction with Tito Greg!“

“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.“

“Our first dinner in Seattle was at Joey Bellevue, and it was outstanding. We started with the mini French dips, which came with a port red wine au jus reduction easily among the best I’ve ever had. For dinner, I had the steak and ravioli blanco, paired with their signature crispy mashed potatoes. The steak was tender and flavorful, the ravioli was rich and buttery, the shrimp was perfectly fresh, and the crispy mashed potatoes were truly memorable. Our server, Lanesha, went above and beyond to make the night special. She surprised us with a crème brûlée cheesecake with strawberries as a welcome-to-vacation treat, such a thoughtful touch! The food, service, and atmosphere all combined to create a wonderful first-night-in-Seattle experience. Highly recommend Joey Bellevue for both locals and visitors.“

“Recommended by our shuttle driver who said we could easily share a meal. Very quick friendly service. Great food. Very large portions. Would highly recommend.“

“Clean, bougie Seattle vibes with everything touching the floor going to rust 😆

A Rainier might be $12 but they're still gonna use that single ply supply house TP 🧻

Seattle water pressure and a coooold seat 🥶
That's means it's ventilated... probably.... right?

Whether it's one or twooo 🎶
Harry's fine fooooods 🎵
In a pinch it'll dooooo 💩“

“My fiance and I went here for a few cocktails and had a wonderful time. Our bartender was Brandon and he was wonderful. The whole staff was very sweet and accommodating. Some cocktail bars give off the too good for you vibe and Canon does an amazing job of making it feel like a normal bar with amazing cocktails! Thanks for a wonderful evening!“

“Food was amazing highly recommend“

“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!“

“Excellent food and service“

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

“This is a wonderful friendly neighborhood restaurant with very good food. Nick is an exceptional host, welcoming people and making certain everyone is happy. He is so accommodating with food allergies and he makes you feel so welcome. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Delicious food, came out hot and fresh in 7 minutes. Didn't once think I needed ketchup/hot sauce on the taters; they were full of flavor. Super friendly and welcoming staff.“

“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!“

“this is a very nice clean restraint the two young ladies that work there maria corona and Wendy Gallegos are always very nice always making me feel like my home and their food is excellent . this sis must place to take the dfamily nice location also“

“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?? 😁“

“Had the best lunch today! I had the halibut sandwich and hubby had the tuna sandwich! Dominic was one of the best servers I’ve ever come across! And we travel a lot.“

“siempre atentos a los negocios hispanos en el área de burien wa.“

“😍Amazing brunch & BEST ETHIOPIAN FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD - staff is spectacular!!!“

“Great black owned spot. everything was top tier“

“Absolutely delicious! We shared brussel sprouts as an appetizer ( I could have eaten them as an entree ) so crispy and wonderful! Also had their amazing beet salad which I added chicken to and I couldn't finish it all. Husband had a burger and he really enjoyed it! Our server was upbeat and friendly ... the atmosphere was chill and the happy hour prices were great too! I had a Bee's Knee's for a sweet price. We live an hour away but will definitely make the drive back to Oak!“

“Really very devious food service. Highly RecommendedRecomanded“

“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.“

“We eat at Little Chicken Burger at least once a week. The food and shakes are fabulous. The Angus beef burgers are flavorful and juicy. The people that run it are so nice! My family totally recommends this place!“

“las quesadillas con tortillas echas a mano estan muy buenas“

“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 neighborhood location to eat on Queen Anne.“

“👍🏾😊 Love Farestart! Guest Chef Night with graduation is so good!“

“Tried the gluten free pancakes and chicken and waffles - great texture for both and really enjoyed everything we ordered. They put gf items on green plates so our waiter was able to catch the wrong item being prepped before I ate it. Would definitely recommend!“

“Great food, service and vibe! Will definitely be back“

“TS SO TUFF IN OHIO“

“Great service and great food!“

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

“This is a good place to eat but make sure you double triple quadruple check your order. They almost always get at least one to two things wrong on my burger. It's usually minor but it's always something and I don't often catch it till I get home.“

“I was here for an appointment and the person I was meeting was late, so I popped in and grabbed a coffee. Sat at the bar and was treated just as well as I expected . I went to pay for my coffee and the Barista told me it was on the house. Came back a second time and got the eggs benedict“

“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!!“

“Great food“

“Definitely made our first night in Seattle perfect. Fresh ingredients with great taste. Awesome staff and laidback atmosphere. Check it out if you haven’t!“

“stopped in after getting off the airplane bc my dog is named Huckleberry. DELICIOUS food, and so many Huckleberry desserts! Will definitely rewritten next time I'm in town!“

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

“A nondescript pub on the outside with outstanding food and service on the inside. I went for the seafood special of black cod, which came plated as though i was at a restaraunt with white linens. And the taste... MMmmm! Hadn't eaten all day, so followed that with fish and chips. The thinly breaded very generous fish portions were cooked perfectly. After stirring the coleslaw to get the sauce up from the bottom, the flavors meet the high bar the rest of the dishes had set. Great IPAs on tap and a very good porter, too. But the night i was there the rotating sour tasted more like a cider. Bonus: A seat at the bar may treat you to a view of the kitchen in action!“

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

“The Attic is my favorite neighborhood hang. Everyone here is incredible—especially Nick and Rodney and Ernesto and really all the staff. They are friendly, attentive, and always make me feel like a regular. I live in Madison Park and make it to the Attic frequently, especially on Thursdays. I'm scared to say how great DJ Friday and Ella are at karaoke in fear the crowd will grow, but currently it's our favorite place to go sing some songs, have drinks, and always food. I've even tried brunch here and it was great! Breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, egg Benedict, salads all good.

We're so glad The Attic is back to being a perfect place to grab a bite with friends, watch a game, sing karaoke, and have celebratory drinks after an event.“

“Excellent service, food, drinks and atmosphere. I was pleasantly surprised coming to this bar to have a couple drinks before a concert. Food and drinks came out super fast and were very tasty! Definitely recommend the S.T.F.U. drink and the Pork Belly Banh Mi Tacos.“

“I headed to Greenwood for some gumbo at 74th Street Ale House. I have had this dish and have often cooked it many times. It is a complex but flavorful dish with many ingredients, but the key is the roux. Flour, olive oil and canola oil are sloooowly browned and thickened. When the roux is ready a pile of vegetables, meats, and spices are added to the pot with broth. The mixture then simmers on low heat for hours. When ready, the gumbo is served over rice. 74th Street is the master! This bowl was as delicious as ever. I also had some delicious, spiced nuts as an appetizer. The service was slow.“

“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!“

“Had a great dinner our first night in Seattle!“

“Extraordinary food. Great service!“

“Gnudi and Black and Blue Tart were amazing. Swordfish was not worth the $42.“