Restaurants near Rainier

“I love going to Glenda’s. Every morning I stop there I leave with a big smile even if I pull up completely exhausted. The coffee is good. The prices are good and it’s ran by some great people!”

“We’ve eaten here several times and it’s always delicious!! Tonight they offered us a new sauce to try!! The cup was labeled with a “C” and let me tell y’all right now you better go get some! So Good!😋🍔🍟”

“Best sandwich I’ve had in Washington since moving out of NY. Family-owned shop with great people.”

“I don’t go out a lot because I’m cheap and know how to cook. Stopped in for lunch and had the best experience! Philly cheesesteak was all that..!.. I had a light beer and then a cider.. dang, they were good! Glad to have a place like this in Yelm..!”

“Allergy family ordered 5 entrees and 2 orders of spring rolls to share, to go (⭐️s listed for spice, not rating - they’re all excellent!): ***Swimming Rama - chicken ⭐️ ***Honey walnut shrimp - ⭐️⭐️ ***Chicken chow mein - ⭐️⭐️ ***Vietnamese spring rolls 1 tofu, 1 shrimp ***Tofu pad Thai ⭐️⭐️⭐️ ***Ginger Garden w/tofu - dinner⭐️⭐️ The over-the-phone order taker was kind and respectful when I asked if they could accommodate our allergies (dairy & egg), which they were. Estimated cook time was surprisingly short and food was ready within a minute or two of that estimated time. Everything visible was absolutely clean and well maintained; we did not visit the restroom, but it would have shocked me if it wasn’t in excellent condition. We took our food home and had a family-style dinner. The least delicious item was the spring rolls - hear me out, they are *exactly* what you expect when you order Vietnamese spring rolls, everything else was simply over the top outstanding. No overpowering saltiness in the chow mein, a perfect balance of flavor, sweetness, and (albeit mild - cause Grandma doesn’t do spice) spice in the Swimming Rama. The pad Thai was flavorful and had a LOVELY texture that I don’t have words to describe. The Honey walnut shrimp was perfectly crispy without under or over cooking the shrimp (and the presentation in the to go container 😍). All the veggies, including in the Ginger garden were cooked to perfection and not a moment beyond. Even the rice was superb (sticky rice). My preschool aged child was impressed by the chef’s giant homegrown watermelon on display and is asking when we are going to get more spring rolls. You’ve read this far, just call or head over there! We will be back, for sure!”

“I tried vans burgers for the first time last night and loved it! I have been wanting to try it for a while I just never got around to it. The staff working last night were personable and I enjoyed chatting with her! I did not get her name 🥺
I am a burger snob and I thought they were fantastic, the French fries were delicious also! Next time I come I will be trying one of their shakes!”

“I ordered a breakfast burrito from here just today and for 10 bucks you get this dinky little burrito. I have always got one from here because they used to be delicious and a good size. what's going on jim bobs? definitely not getting breakfast from here again”

“Dosen't matter what I order, it taste fantastic”

“I called day of to request a large order for our company lunch. The gentleman on the phone said no problem and ensured we had everything we need. Food was fantastic! Thank you for going above and beyond!”

“Amazing drinks food good fast service”

“Part of my mornings include Coffee. The coffee is cheaper, and the personal service is great. If there's no line, you can hear what's happening in town. Just kinda special”

“Went here for the first time tonight and had an amazing dinner! We started off with the Brussels appetizer and it was great! 10/10 the hazy ipa was ice cold and so good! I got the tortellini and my boyfriend got the chimichurri both were great! The service was attentive and prompt and the owner came out to check on the tables and make sure everyone was happy! Overall a very good experience and we will be back!”

“Always done right and always a comfortable experience and atmosphere.”

“From Wisconsin and went out for a burger and a beer. This is an excellent place…everyone is so efficient and friendly AND their burgers were the absolute best!!!! We will definitely stop again on our next trip, thank you for being in Lacey WA.”

“Yesterday I had a super good drink made by Taylor and Kaylee and that’s coming from a coffee snob and I 10/10 recommend!”

“Our family just moved to Yelm and tried this restaurant. We had pepperoni pizza, cheese pizza, tomato basil pizza, carbonara and salad. Everything tasted delicious. We loved the thin crust in every bite of the pizza. We’ll definitely come back.”

“What a lovely place with such a beautiful lake.”

“My wife and I found a little gem. There were three kid sitting at a table across the room. Before we had even tasted the food. I could hear them absolutely raving about how delicious the food was to their parents. I would have to agree with those three kids sitting at the table across the room the food was delicious. The prices are beyond fair I would feel guilty if I didn't tip 18% or More.”

“The new staff was welcoming and wonderful. Got a protein hot coco and it was so yummy and 25g of protein. Also they have all types of local goodies for sale, from different vendors. Definitely will be back.”

“I would definitely recommend The Shiplap Quilt Shop. I placed 2 orders on the same day and they refunded my shipping charge on the second order without me asking. Fabric is great quality and shipping was prompt. I will definitely order more from this store.”

“So glad I chose her for my gender reveal cake, she executed my cake perfectly, and it was delicious. She was very easy to work with and listened to every request. I will definitely be ordering a cake from her in the future 🥳 thank you Dee!”

“We ordered DoorDash from here and got a breakfast burrito and the cinnamon bun waffle. Both were delicious and comparable in price to other places in the area. We’ll definitely be stopping by in person soon, too! Support local businesses, support local dreams—stop by if you’re ever in the area and give this small business a chance. You won’t be disappointed!”

“We have traveled all across America, moved to another state, and all I could think of when coming back to Washington was getting to eat at the Mayan and once again enjoy a peach margarita! The staff is friendly and still known to me. Jose and Nick are the best. Thank you, thank you!”

“Love the food and the super friendly service. We tend to take out but have eaten in, it's very clean, welcoming and just over all a great place for delicious food!”

“That rack 'o ribs made my granddaughter and I so happy. Absolutely delicious and I most definitely will be back. I will also be recommending y'all to everyone I think may be hungry.”

“yes best ham steak and eggs breakfast”

“Baristas are always smiling, friendly and eager to make the perfect drink. They work hard in a fast paced work place and make my coffee experience enjoyable. Always offering suggestions for drinks and they remember my daughter's order each time she goes through. Highly recommend Cafe Elite!

Dietary restrictions: My daughter has gluten and dairy restrictions. We get all drinks with almond milk.”

“Destiny made our pizzas perfect and with the utmost care. She gave great suggestions and was very accommodating. Her kindness and caring nature is rare in customer service and we greatly appreciated it ! She is definitely an asset to your company !”

“Red Lantern is one of the best local restaurants in Yelm. We have tried many of their different menu items and have never been disappointed. They really understand how to flavor food. The Red Lantern chicken is my favorite for certain. When I crave peanut sauce, I'm always thinking of that dish. Definitely worth every penny!”

“I’ve been coming to Young’s Teriyaki for over 20 years, and it’s still hands down the best spot in town. The food is always fresh, portions are generous, and the flavor never misses.

The staff is friendly and welcoming every time, and they’ve kept the same quality and consistency all these years. It’s one of those places you can always count on, and it honestly feels like part of the community.

Five stars without a doubt.”