Highly Recommended 14 Dinner Restaurants Near Renton, Washington

Anna Y Went to Feast Buffet on a weekend evening and it was very busy. There was a good variety of food, including seafood like lobster and crab legs, along with sushi, dim sum, hot dishes, and lots of desserts. Plenty of options to choose from.

Ying-Fang Lai We used to drive to Leavenworth for Schweinshaxe (ham hock) and this place is much better! Will come back again. It came with a sizable salad too! Definitely shareable. I’m saving some sauerkraut and the pork bone to make a hearty soup later!

Xander A hidden gem on the edge of the woods, this spot has a welcoming charm and a loyal local following. The menu is reasonably priced, and every dish that passed by looked absolutely delicious. I ordered the pizza, and it was easily the best I’ve had in quite some time, especially impressive for the Seattle area. The service was warm and attentive, adding to the overall great experience. As someone new to the neighborhood, I was pleasantly surprised and truly grateful to have discovered this place.

Kai’ula Good food great service. Love the chips and salsa appetizer and the freshly made tortillas. Been a long time customer even at their previous location. Never disappointed. One of the few Mexican restaurants where I can get Menudo anytime and it’s always been great.

Amanda Medhaug I absolutely love The Melrose Grilll! It is definitely more of a special occasion place for my family, but oh so worth it to splurge when you can. The food is always delicious, the service is amazing, and the atmosphere is lovely. The desserts are fresh / hand made. If I could go more often I would.

Dixon Rife This is a nice quaint restaurant located in downtown Renton. I’ve been here a few times for lunch and breakfast. The atmosphere inside the restaurant had a casual neighborhood and unique with the ‘railroad’ theme. They have a bar area and a dining area as well as an outdoor area. you allow dogs when the outdoor patio is open (warmer months / days) & they provide a water bowl! Prices are pretty fair. They have a wide range of beer on tap and a pretty extensive menu and breakfast until 2 PM I believe (don’t quote me, but they definitely serve breakfast into the early afternoon) I will say parking can be a little bit of a hassle if they’re super busy just because they don’t have a very big dedicated parking lot. There is parking available on the street. Also have some pretty good mock tails if you don’t drink alcohol. The staff were very welcoming and helpful and attentive I would definitely recommend this restaurant for people looking for a nice atmosphere and good food!

Andrew Faulkner Ive had good pizza here but my last two experiences have not been great. The first time had loaded fries that had barely a sauce applied. Wings that were drier than dirt instead of coated with the glaze offered. This second and final experience ended with a half cooked pizza, dough thats more gooey than cheese and yet a burnt crust. I wish the pepperoni was even crisp. The crew there were really nice, almost shocked that I had this last experience. The rest of my order was okay but I was unable to get a refund on the pizza since I did a combo deal. Doubtful I come back, even for a free pizza. Thanks for the good times Smoking Monkey.

Anissa Bark Great place to get pizza. The vibe was great, and our server was very attentive, nice, and great. I ordered a personal pizza. It came out piping hot and exactly what I wanted. Ranch wasnt an extra cost either.

Alex Nguyen One of my favorite places to get Turkish and Mediterranean food! All of their foods were fresh and flavorful! They have a large space to hold lots of people and even have a private dining space too. The service was spectacular. They also have a very large parking space in the front, the back and to the side. My favorite was the beef plate that they had but everything that we had was delicious, the service was super friendly. I highly recommend and would come back.

Ann Tseng First time here and certainly not last! What a cute atmosphere with intimate setting. The service was very attentive. All food served together for our table or 4. Portions are filling. We got the Rigatoni con Salsicca with no cream and it was delicious with pasta cooked al dente. The lobster ravioli was good but very seafood taste if that’s what you’re looking for. Dessert menu has something for everyone. Tiramisu made in house. Affogato was a good serving. The lava cake was perfectly warmed up. Parking is parallel parking in this walking area. Weekday nights are not busy it seems. They have a private dining room good for a group dinner. The bar area was rowdy but they were in a separate wing of the space so it wasn’t a bother.

Alisa Garate REALLY good food! Pretty small inside for dine in, but there is lots of parking. Its long table seating, so nice if you have a small group, or dont mind sitting next to others. They had a container for water and a coffee pot but you must have to ask/buy a cup. There are no fountain drinks or alcohol - just bottles and cans, with a huge selection of Juanita. You order your food at the counter but if its done in, theyll bring you your plate. We ordered a side of pico de gallo and it might be THE BEST Ive had ❤️ I got corn tortillas instead of flour which Im sure they would have swapped out but I was about done so didnt ask. Kids quesadilla had meat and was cooked on a grill vs the cheap microwave cheese weve had at other places. Looking forward to coming again!

Greggory Williams Great vegetarian restaurant with lots of options of regular vegetable and faux meat dishes. Tons of seating and great for larger parties. Food came out quick, was delicious and service was great. Highly recommend giving it a try or several.

Jaynne Olivas We came to anchovies and salt and met up with the co-owner Calvin. The interior was created with so much thoughtful and intention to reflect each region of Vietnam. The color concept of the darker color walls, the black fixtures, and the wood really created a relaxing environment with a bold statement. The Dungeness crab bun rieu was was grounding and peaceful to eat. It included a light tomato broth with the smell of fish sauce. There were meatballs and pieces of Dungeness crab with a side of banana blossom and herbs. The seafood platter consisted of grilled oysters topped with a generous amount of green onions, raw oysters, steamed clams, grilled shrimp with mươi ot, geoduck in a delicious, warm coconut butter sauce, fried smelt, and a variety of sauces. This platter completed my seafood dreams. The bo la lot had packed meat encased in crunchy lolot leaves with a side of mam tom. The tanginess and punget shrimp flavor really rounded out each piece. We also had banh mi bo ne was delicious and had so many different components. It included a large Vietnamese baguette, sunny side up eggs, pate, tender pieces of flat iron steak, cherry tomatoes, and marrow bone with sweet bbq sauce. It was so engaging to rip the bread and make a perfect bite with each component. And lastly, we ordered the banh flan nuoc mam. The flan was smooth and soft with a hint of caramel fish sauce and a topping of coffee cream. This whole experience was delicious, brought so much peace and took me back home. I will definitely be back to try more!

Marvin Rosete This is your neighborhood trattoria! Vinces has been around since the 1950s and the decor reflects the Italian influences that make the food what it is.... Down to earth Neopolitan-style that you remember from your childhood. Vinces also has classic favorites for the more sophisticated diner in you, that wants more than just a pasta or a pizza. Now, please advise, we ALL know this is not a James Beard, or Michelin level cuisine. But that is not why you come here. You have your birthday gatherings here, you meet your friends for a drink here, you have a fun with your friends and family here. Its the neighborhood place, and its popular, and every dish tasty, nostalgic, and you wish you could eat another. Lets not forget the front of house staff that has been around for awhile, and works to get to know you. See you on Sundays for their all day happy hour, and a football game in the bar! Thank you Vinces! We will comeback.