New American Restaurants near Renton, WA

“Excellent food and service“

“Great food and friendly staff!“

“The owners are the best. Good service and great food.“

“Chicken fried steak is second to none. Friendly service and comfortable atmosphere.“

“Great casual vibe and incredibly friendly staff! Food was really good (I highly recommend the street tacos) and the beer suggestions were on point! 5/5“

“On the water. Fantastic food“

“The service was outstanding, our meal was excellent and in a timely fashion. Definitely will bring mom back again for lunch! (French dip & fish tacos).“

“The food was phenomenal! Authentic, flavorful and so delicious. My mind was blown the whole night. Their mocktails and sweet tea are amazing! We will definitely be coming back!“

“Fabulous venue for a Wedding ❤️“

“Stateside was simply fun and excellent. A nice selection of cocktails, including a couple of nice NA cocktails. The food was innovative and delicious. We had the ribs, the sticky rice balls, and the trout. It was all excellent and and well presented. We will definitely go again our next time in Seattle!“

“Always amazing food and the bartender can make anything you want perfectly. It’s my go-to spot for a casual but fancy dinner.“

“This place is amazing. The ambiance is dark and sexy, the staff is beyond welcoming, and the execution of the dishes is consistently on point. The menu is fun and hits from eclectic to classic. My wife and I have been here twice, and both times they slipped us a thank you dish. Normally we like to try different places, but 2120 is a place we’ll go back to again and again. Cocktails are inventive and complex. I have one gripe, I’d love to see this place expand to an international wine list, cause if they do this well at what they already do, their international wine choices would prob be exceptional. Owen Kotler Selections would be a great fit here. Shout out to Jason the Gm and our server was Will (I believe, sorry homie, strong cocktails blur my memory). The desserts man. It’s like everyone here really loves what they’re doing, and intense scrutiny goes into each dish the comes out of that kitchen. Top restaurant in Seattle for sure. More affordable than most too. Much love guys, well done!“

“Their food is some of the best in Seattle. If you haven’t been there, you need to go and experience 84 Yesler. On par with the finest dining around.“

“Such an amazing restaurant, great staff and delish food.“

“good coffee and reasonable price“

“My friend & I were just walking around Seattle (putting our steps in) and randomly or spontaneously decided to walk in Lark on a Saturday without a reservation.
We weren’t positive that we would get a table and we were also embarrassingly underdressed for an upscale restaurant…
They were so warm and welcoming and sat us at the bar.
Service was kind, professional, accommodating, attentive (definitely enhanced our dining experience).
Food was tasty, well prepared, dessert was delicious, drinks were yum:).
The bartender was wonderful helping my friend select the type of drink he wanted.
Most of all, the ambiance was enjoyable (great selection of music).
It was an amazing experience overall.
Thank you team lark :))“

“I never actually sign into my account to rate places online, but this HAD to be done. Waitress was amazing, food was incredible, everything about it was a fantastic experience. 10/10 I will be coming back. Highly recommend the chicken Sammie“

“Best chicken fried steak in Washington!!“

“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!“

“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?? 😁“

“I was disappointed when I received a text that they were giving away my table if I did not arrive in two minutes. I walked in on time but had to wait because the hostess was on the phone and the other one was seating. Someone else. They went to go seat me, and I told the person that I requested a booth. She told me that they canceled my reservation. I was shocked that they would cancel a reservation after two minutes of the reservation when technically I was there I was waiting for a hostess to help me. The waiter was also rude and not very nice. I felt rushed to order and to eat my food and to leave the restaurant. I've eaten at the Yard House in Chicago Illinois and had great experiences so I thought I would have one at this location too .“

“Great atmosphere here specially if you like tiny dinosaurs, you'll see! Food is always great, the main house burger is a favorite, drinks are nice and staff is always super friendly and kind!
The outdoor patio area in the back is lovely, give it a shot!“

“Disappointed in dinner yesterday. Took my mom out to eat, had the lamb kofta and chicken. Both were not good. The kofta was cool in the middle and the chicken was tough & dry. The lettuce was brown, black, and wilted throughout. I think they were rushing to switch from lunch to dinner and just threw anything together. Completely terrible experience.“

“What an incredibly unique dining experience! The Derby and The Shop offers something you won’t find anywhere else in Seattle - the chance to dine surrounded by classic cars in their storage area. We hosted a private party here and were blown away by both the atmosphere and the food.
The venue is perfect for special events. The car storage setting creates an unexpectedly cool and fun backdrop that had our guests talking all night. It’s industrial yet welcoming, making for great conversation starters and photo opportunities.
The food definitely lived up to the unique setting. The appetizers during our cocktail hour were excellent quality and well-presented. For dinner, the chicken and waffles were absolutely outstanding - perfectly crispy chicken with fluffy waffles that hit all the right notes. The bulgogi lettuce wraps were another standout, offering fresh, flavorful Korean-inspired bites with tender, well-seasoned meat.
Service was attentive throughout our event, and the staff handled our private party seamlessly. If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience that combines great food with an automotive twist, The Derby and The Shop delivers. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something different from the typical Seattle restaurant scene.“

“Drinks = 5⭐ Totally stopped because of the name, drinks were amazing. We didn't eat, but don't forget to look at your receipt. So many fun things to see on that receipt. We kept it as a souvenir. I don't mean anything about the prices, I just mean keep your receipt and look at it. It's just those little details that make this place super fun.“

“Food was amazing highly recommend“

“Interesting cushion of Asian spices/flavoring with western dishes.“

“It's hard to settle on a food place in Seattle because the highly rated ones are really hard to get in to-especially for brunch on a weekend. Skillet should be one of those places but I was able to make a reservation on Open Table easily. First, the staff is friendly and attentive. Second, wow the food! I ordered the Whisky shrimp and grits and they blew my mind. My spouse got the Skillet skillet with bacon, potatoes, peppers, mushrooms, aioli and eggs cooked in a-you guessed it-cast iron skillet. We also ordered the brioche French toast which came with bacon jelly. All their sauces are made in house and have a little kick to them so if spice isn't your thing ask to have them on the side. Their starters include donuts using a beignet batter and monkey bread, which we will definitely order next time we visit. Can't wait to go back!!“

“I love this place! Jenna provided excellent service!“

“I cannot say enough amazing things about this place! It was recommended to me from a co- worker back at home. The attention to detail throughout was incredible.
The only negative comment would have is that when I ordered the El Gury the robe on the drink was a little dirty. While drink and presentation were a hit. Knowing my drink was wrapped in a stained koozie was a little meh. 🫤 I’m sure this gets used a lot. It didn’t take away from the experience. Just something I noted.
We will definitely come back. We LOVED it.“

“Awesome food - service-atmosphere!!“

“This bar is so legit. 🍻

Perfectly chill and relaxed ambiance with plenty of open couch and table seating underneath ambient fairy lights, seriously such a nice vibe.

Drinks are strong and fairly priced, with something for everyone on the menu. Lots of vegetarian options for food.

Def worth a visit for an after work or pre-show drink and food. 🍸“

“Lovely place. The food was okay but not spectacular. We had several dishes. Some were better than others. I love the octopus!. The dates were good, however they should have put the feta inside the dates as well because otherwise they were a little too sweet. Would return because they do change the menu all the time.“

“Really fun place and fantastic staff. We've had dinner here a few times and always has been good. On our last visit however, the smoked chicken Cesar Salad had barely chicken and the chicken wasn't smoked. The pork shank was good though.“

“I was walking in the area looking for a restaurant to get an early dinner when I saw republic. I don't drink so was hesitant but when I entered I was surprised to see such an inviting atmosphere. The staff were friendly, efficient, professional, friendly, and accommodating. The menu was eclectic with unique offerings. I chose the grilled asparagus which was amazingly good , and the beef tips which were tender and delicious. My friend had a cheeseburger which he said was wonderful, and cooked to perfection. It was served with a generous portion of the best fries I have eaten in years. I highly recommend this place!!!“

“Just go, if you are thinking about it, bottomless mimosas should be the only breaking point.“

“The food is delicious but such a different experience between lunch and dinner. Menus are different and we were excited to try the dinner menu. We were seated at our reservation time of 7:00 p.m. on a Thursday. It was so loud we couldn't carry on a conversation, other clients were drinking and there to be seen and heard. We ordered an appetizer and 2 entrees. The table next to us was seated after we ordered yet they received food prior to us. Our appetizer never showed so we ate our entrees while they then prepared our compensated appetizer. The atmosphere killed it for us. If we decide to go back for dinner we would definitely insist on sitting in a small back area.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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 only negative part of my experience was the path to get here. The path to the gum wall is a little difficult and as someone that happened to have lower mobility that day, it is unfortunate that there didn't appear to be any other accessible entrances however I personally don't fault them for that as Seattle as a whole can be a little difficult to navigate if you require accessible entrances. As for the service I was very attentively taken care of and served. The atmosphere is incredible, among the best in all of Seattle. Having a meal in this awesome and literal hole in the wall where ambient jazz music plays as you have a drink at a candlelit table with dim lighting was definitely a highlight of my trip. Genuinely the best pizza I've ever had in my life, too. If you've never had figs on a pizza, try it... it'll change your life!“

“The food in amazing! presentation and flavors. cant wait to go again!!! My old fashioned was classic in taste , however their spirits menu offers great variety“

“Surrells has a special place in our hearts. We've celebrated multiple birthdays for my daughter, and each time it's been special. Thanks for the great food and hospitality. Truly one of the best fine dining experiences Seattle has to offer.

With gratitude, Alisa and family.“

“Very tasty food and really attentive service. We had a bit of a time crunch at dinner and the server was able to help accommodate us, which was appreciated. The restaurant was comfortable and fairly quiet. Another friend just came back from lunch there and raved about the smash burger, too.“

“Fun, romantic, dinner spot!

They have an eclectic menu and make great cocktails.

Beautifully decorated, chic, & high quality food and drinks.

Will be coming back next time we’re in town!“

“Super fun hangout spot. Great shows downstairs.“

“Great meal and amazing service. I will definitely be back when I visit Seattle.“

“If I could give this place ten stars, I would! The food and drinks are the best on the block but it’s just a compliment to the great people who work there. No matter how busy it is they never forget you and make you feel right at home.“

“Very disciplined operation—they do a nice job of running the dinner and music in a well choreographed manner. I've always been impressed with the kitchen, the food doesn't get the credit it deserves. Excellent pork chop and chicken with bold flavoring done well. Service attentive, music comes off without a hitch. It's just a well run ship.“

“Absolutely fantastic food as well as service!!“