Get to know the Top 5 Restaurants on Vashon Island – Updated May 2019
Vashon Island is known for many wonderful things. In addition to its beautiful scenery, exciting activities and other fun things to do, this charming island in Washington’s Puget Sound is famous for its fabulous restaurants that serve a wide range of dishes that have been inspired by classic American and international cuisines. Dining at any of these top five restaurants should be on everyone’s to-do list when visiting Vashon Island.
Bramble House
A great place for dinner, this season-inspired restaurant features a menu that changes depending on the season, which gives patrons more opportunities to try different dishes. Diners can enjoy a more intimate setting in a smaller establishment while sampling some of the best cuisine in the Pacific Northwest. Fish, fresh vegetables and other classic favorites are featured regularly on the menu. An assortment of wines is also served.
May Kitchen + Bar
If you want to dine on some fine Thai cuisine while on an island, this establishment is for you. The moo satay pork skewers and papia taud vegetable spring roll appetizers offer the perfect ways to start a meal. A quintessential Thai noodle dish is the Pad Thai, which consists of stir-fried thin rice noodles, bean sprouts and chili and ground peanuts. Entrée options include the North Eastern Thai Style Larb and the Phad Makeua eggplant dish that can be made with mushrooms, fried tofu or pork.
The Hardware Store
Situated nearby all the action in downtown Vashon, visitors and residents alike often enjoy dining here in between taking part in all of the local activities. If you stop by early enough for breakfast, you can feast on favorites like buttermilk pancakes, omelets and the Snoqualmie Falls oatmeal. Cheddar cheeseburgers, veggie burgers and spicy grilled chicken sandwiches always make great lunches. For dinner, you can try one of the baked lahvosh pizzas or order the salmon ponzu bowl or the chef’s choice pasta or beef special.
Camp Colvos Brewing
If you want to visit a brewery that’s near you while exploring all of the fun things to do on the island, Camp Colvos Brewing will be your ideal place. A variety of American and European beers can be sampled while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere around you. If you’re hungry, you can order a hot dog or another delicious bite to eat without having to go to any of the other nearby eateries to satisfy your appetite.
The Ruby Brink
The Ruby Brink is another great place to eat that will be near you when you visit the island. Hearty vegetable soup made with some of the freshest ingredients will keep you wanting more. Sandwiches packed with veggies, meat and cheese can also fill your stomach while still giving you the energy to enjoy all of the activities that are close by the restaurant. Egg and vegetable dishes offer the perfect lighter options. You can also order food from the butcher shop that sells fresh steaks, sausages and bacon.
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Are these ratings based on popularity? Size? Food Quality? Or what?
These are based on the author’s personal preference. Similar to how a restaurant reviewer would rate.
Like bramble house a lot. But where is earthen? I love it