The Hardware Store Restaurant

Nearly a decade and a half ago, Melinda Powers peered through the expansive windows of the oldest commercial building on Vashon Island and where others might have seen only the empty shell of a beloved old hardware store, she saw a restaurant. Not just any restaurant, but one that would serve ‘great good food’, perfectly prepared and gracefully presented, the ingredients locally-sourced, organic and all-natural, hormone-free, and in many cases gluten-free — and would do so from breakfast through dinner, seven days a week.

But that was not her only objective. She wanted The Hardware Store, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, to become a community gathering place that embodied the unique spirit and character of the island and the people of Vashon — relaxed, informal, welcoming, caring. Over the years, The Hardware Store also has served as a stage for island artists and musicians and a venue for special events that have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for dozens of island organizations and institutions.

Today, the restaurant and event catering staff has grown to fifty devoted employees. And Melinda’s vision has been made real: The Hardware Store is a place where regulars are embraced and strangers become friends, a place for friends to visit together, for milestones to be celebrated, and for all customers to feel at home.

Dinner Menu

STARTERS AND SHARING PLATES
Signature Mussels
Local Penn Cove mussels with white wine butter sauce, bacon, shallots and green apples

Mediterranean Platter
White bean hummus, Dukkah spice dip and olive oil, cucumbers, mixed Green olives, feta and grilled pita

Signature Brussels Sprouts
Caramelized with shallots and balsamic glaze

Fresh Alaskan Halibut Ceviche
With avocado and tortilla chips

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Strips
Fried all-natural chicken tenders and a dab of fries

Parmesan Truffle Fries
White truffle oil, herbs and shaved Parmesan with peppercorn aioli

Mac and Cheese
Classic comfort food – three cheeses and toasted bread crumbs

Sweet Potato Fries
With roasted red pepper aioli

SALADS AND TOPPINGS
House Salad
Tarragon fennel vinaigrette, organic spring mix, tri-color carrots, radishes, sunflower seeds

Caesar/
A classic with house made dressing and croutons, shaved parmesan

Wedge
Iceberg wedge, cherry tomatoes, crispy bacon, gorgonzola crumbles, croutons and bleu cheese dressing

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Salad
Fried all-natural local chicken with organic field greens, avocado, tomatoes, bacon and ranch dressing
grilled chicken, if you prefer)

HOUSE FAVORITES
Clam Chowder/
We’ve been told it’s the best in the world!
Loaded with clams, plus potatoes, bacon, onion & celery.

Crab Cakes
Loaded with % Dungeness crab, roasted red pepper, aioli, and a dab of greens

Baja Tacos
Two marinated, baked Pacific cod tacos with cabbage salad, cilantro-jalapeño and Sriracha aiolis, plus a side salad
(sub tofu for vegetarian)

Available
Signature Buttermilk Fried Chicken
A classic with an all-natural local chicken breast, mashed potatoes, vegetable du jour, house-made gravy

Classic Fish and Chips
Pacific true cod, fries, house tartar, malt vinegar

Panzanella Sirloin Steak Salad
All-natural USDA Strip steak, served with warm grilled baguette croutons, organic spring mix, cherry tomatoes, red onions and balsamic vinaigrette

BURGERS AND SANDWICHES
The Classic Burger
All-natural local ground beef, cheddar cheese, tomato, lettuce, pickles, red onion and mayo on a Macrina Bakery brioche bun, served with fries

Signature Burger
California style with Harvarti cheese, peppercorn aioli, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles on a brioche bun, served with friesFresh Vegetable Wrap
Sautéed spinach and seasonal vegetables, hummus, shredded lettuce, roasted red pepper aioli in a garlic herb wrap, served with sweet potato fries

Pulled Pork Sandwich
Slow-cooked shredded pork and cole slaw on a brioche bun, served with fries

Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken, May Ploy, Sriracha aioli, fresh basil, lettuce and tomato on a Macrina Bakery ciabatta bun, served with fries

True Cod Fish Sandwich
Fried fish fillets, coleslaw, tartar sauce on a brioche bun served with fries

BAKED LAHVOSH PIZZAS
Margherita Lahvosh
Tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil and pesto drizzle

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Lahvosh
With Applewood-smoked bacon, shallots, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and balsamic reduction drizzle

Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Lahvosh
With mozzarella cheese and arugula

HAVE A GREAT GLASS OF WINE!
Whites
House White
Pinot GrigioTorre di Luna – Italy
ChardonnaySawtooth Winery – ID
Sauvignon BlancDashwood – New Zealand
AlbarinoPalencia – Columbia Valley
RieslingPalouse Winery – Vashon
White BordeauxChateau Magneau – France
ChardonnayVignalta – Italy
Reds
House Red
MerlotWaterbrook – WA
Chianti RufinaVilla Travignoli – Italy
MalbecZolo – Argentina
Cabernet SauvignonRamsay – CA
Pinot NoirForis – OR
‘Eclipse’ Red BlendPalouse Winery – Vashon
‘Aah!’ SyrahPalouse Winery – Vashon
‘Two Blondes’ Red BlendAndrew Will – Yakima
Rosé
La Cuvee de LisaLes Lauribert – France
‘Emotion’ Rosé BrutAntech Limoux – France
Bubbles
BrutPaul Buisse La Bulle – France
ProseccoRive Della Chiesa – Italy

Author: Vashon Island

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