50 Best American Restaurants near Mountlake Terrace

“The food is phenomenal. The service is exceptional. no better place to enjoy both authentic Greek cuisine with A splash of American favorites as well. Staff is attentive and kind. I enjoyed spending my mothers day meal with you all. Thank you Niko and your team for making this day memorable. -Nurse Tonya“

“Great place for good food, watch sports games and craft beer.“

“It’s been my favorite place for the last 10years♥️ So many life long friendships made and amazing memories“

“tiny neighborhood BBQ restaurant with delicious food! discovered this when we moved 2 MLT 5 yrs ago & just as convenient to LFP too! soooo tasty- every thing we've tried...we've tried a bunch and have our favs but all is home made and yum! for 5 years when I call to order and pick up it's the same person- which is absolutely so very comforting; especially happy they were still serving during the pandemic, and thankful they're still there. highly recommend. bonus: still totally reasonably priced! love this local gem.“

“I went to see fantastic 4 7/26/25(saturday) our server hand us the bill he said my card is expired. He asked me if I have a different card on file. My card doesn’t expire till July so it still be ok for me to used till the end of this month. Everything was fine.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“This place is Real, Real Good!! Steak salad is delicious and black and blue burger is next level. Highly recommend. Especially if Taymor is working. Exceptional service.“

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

“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!“

“Great food“

“Really very devious food service. Highly RecommendedRecomanded“

“I totally forgot to take food photos because I was so excited to catch up with friends, but everything here was fantastic! The drinks and dishes were all unique and flavorful. As a farm-to-table restaurant, their vegetables and meats tasted incredibly fresh. I usually don’t order cocktails, but I loved their gin & tonic—perfect balance of bitterness, sweetness, and aroma. The old fashioned was also great with very rich whiskey flavor. The space is kid- and dog-friendly, and there’s plenty of parking. I’ll definitely be back to try more of their menu!“

“Great service, good food. Only complaint is they charged $4 more for my burrito than the menu price. She asked what filling I'd like and told me the options, and I choose carne asada. She didn't tell me it was extra though it did say it on the menu. I just hadn't seen it and I wish she had told me. Otherwise great experience.“

“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!!“

“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!!“

“Enjoyed dinner with my husband on 10/ Quentin was our server / counter order taker who did exceptionally well. Great place and good food ,along with being clean while busy. Enjoyed the French dip with a very fresh side salad. Great beers too. The wait staff was very kind also.“

“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“

“It’s a decent neighborhood restaurant. Although recent experience was not stellar.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Extraordinary food. Great service!“

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

“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.“

“Stumbled on this restaurant last year after initial plans fell through and we are so glad we did! I was just thinking about this meal again - a year later! - and had to write a review. We sat at the kitchen where we could watch food being prepped and sent out and really enjoyed that experience. We loved both our pasta dishes (Italian sausage and crab). When the appetizer we ordered wasn't available, they subbed in a dish off the menu that was DELICIOUS and they refused to charge us for it, which was too kind. Service was wonderful, food and drinks were great, loved the interior.“

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

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

“Took my 3 kiddos for lunch and bowling today. Wasn't planning on the 1 y/o bowling but they have teeny tiny toddler shoes so we gave it a go! She loved it and we felt so welcomed. It can be hard going places solo with all 3 littles who can have rowdy behavior and big feelings. It is a gift not to feel judged or like a burden and Spin Alley definitely gets gift status. Thank you, and we'll be doing this more often!
PS. We had a bday party for our kiddos here a few years ago which was also a great experience.“

“I rate Reuben sandwiches across the PNW. I'd give this Reuben sandwich a 90/100. It lost points for sandwich size and presentation mostly. But overall it's exactly what you'd expect from a Reuben sandwich. The fries side had really good texture. I also had a cup of the tomato bisque and unfortunately what they're calling a bisque is just a sugary marinara sauce. In order to call it a bisque it would have to have a smooth creamy texture usually from adding cream and rice then immersion blended to a smooth even texture. Even if it was just called a soup vs a bisque I'd say it was a fail. I really hope they either learn to make a bisque correctly or pull it from the menu.“

“I can’t say enough great things about the staff here. My grandparents used to stay here every summer while traveling from Arizona after they sold their home here. My grandpa passed away recently and the staff treats my grandma so well. It means so much to our family that she has such a great experience here. Matt in the bar is so friendly and makes the best drinks and the food is always amazing (the salmon Caesar is my favorite but everything is good). Thank you everyone“

“Nell’s is by far a gem of the Northwest. Their food and service have always been amazing and we just found their quarantine take out is no different. It’s one of those all time favorites where you have fun just reading the menu and then are giddy waiting for your meal. A must try venue that we are grateful to have in Greenlake!“

“How about this for a review - OH What good luck, I just ate the most magnificent duck. At Sparrows I darn near made a glutton and fool of myself. Roasted duck with a cherry port wine sauce. My, my, my a beautiful cherry surprise. A leg, thigh and breast accompanied with an Argintine red wine. Lord all mighty is in the most rewarding places. Sparrows is all up in my palate doing naughty things that taste so so so good. Enough said - get there. DLNewt“

“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. :(“

“Seafood is fresh … amazing views 👌🏼“

“Came here to meet a friend for dinner and absolutely blown away by the customer service, atmosphere and food. Tracy and Stratton were top knotch during this visit. I've been to many of places here in Seattle and this by far, the best. The only thing I'd change/request is the inventory of the shirts in the store to be available year round. #trevorproject #loveislove #whiskeylove #pnw“

“Wow great fried chicken - my brother claims it was life changing 😀. Nothing more to say except it's recommended by Oprah!“

“Best restaurant in the greater seattle area, friendly service and great food!!!“

“My mom and I stopped by for a quick lunch and found their environment somewhat vintage and charming. You get to enjoy the breeze off the water, outdoor seating, fresh air, and friendly employees. A simple menu that is tasty, albeit minimal.“

“it's super fun so friendly place 👌“

“Best public track in Western Wa.“

“What an amazing night. Chef McCrain and the team at Copine blew my expectations out of the water! The atmosphere was relaxing and cozy, the staff was wonderful! All of our accomodations met , any questions we had got answered, service was smooth. We had the starter and mid course add ons which made for more fun! Getting to try new flavors and elegant preparations was invigorating. Watching my girlfriends face light up as she tried different foods, combinations and textures for the first time was the best experience I could ask for. Thank you team at Copine for an unforgettable dining experience.“

“We looooooove the food! The dishes were sooo unique and delicious. The menu had a hint of filipino food. Don’t even get me started on the awesome lumpia! The oxtail mac and cheese was to die for. The owner was so welcoming. We enjoyed the drinks, food, and the cleanliness of the place. Highly recommend! We definitely will be back.“

“We have been coming to the Nordstrom Restaurant Bazille for years, and every time we eat here I am still blown away by how good it is. It honestly makes no sense that food this good lives inside a department store, and yet here we are. What started as a solid place to grab a bite while shopping has evolved into a genuinely high quality dining experience that we intentionally come back for again and again.

Over the years, the menu has only gotten better. You can tell real thought and care has gone into refining it. The French onion soup is a must for us and something we order almost every time. The salads are consistently fresh, flavorful, and well balanced. The fries are excellent. Crispy, hot, and clearly made with care. The mains are just as strong. The steak is always cooked well and tastes great, and everything feels fresh and thoughtfully prepared.

This is a place my wife and I love going to together. We have brought our kids here. We have brought friends here. It has become one of those reliable spots that feels special without being pretentious. The consistency is what really stands out. We have never had a bad experience, and the quality never feels like it is cutting corners just because of the location.

It is genuinely impressive to have a restaurant of this caliber inside a clothing store. Nordstrom has done something special here, and Bazille deserves recognition for how far it has come and how good it continues to be. We will keep coming back, and we always recommend it to anyone who has never tried it.“

“The atmosphere is cozy and authentically Irish, the service is fast and friendly, and the food is absolutely delicious. Every dish tastes homemade and true to tradition. A perfect spot for great vibes, amazing service, and outstanding Irish comfort food!“

“Had the crew at Brileys cater our wedding. Amazing food! The service was on point. Plenty of great BBQ for all 60 of our guest, even providing to-go containers for left overs.“