McLendon in Renton feels like what happens when a classic neighborhood hardware store grows up…read morewithout losing its soul. The scale and selection are right in line with it big-box orange competitor -- lumber, tools, plumbing, electrical, garden, all the usual suspects -- but the vibe is completely different. Staff actually know where things are, the aisles are organized like someone cares, and you don't spend half your visit wandering around hoping to find a single employee. The variety is impressive for a store this size, especially in the garden and home‑repair sections. It's the kind of place where you walk in for one item and walk out with five because you suddenly remembered three projects you've been putting off. Prices are fair, the store is clean, and the checkout lines move quickly. It's big, it's well‑stocked, and it's refreshingly competent.

An absolute huge spider has decided to show itself and set up home. This is unacceptable. So I have…read moresearched for a bug bomb. Sorry not sorry. McLendon Hardware is an absolutely giant store! With everything from clothing, tools, gardening stuff, plants, cleaning supplies, paint, and of course pesticides. The aisle I was looking for is called the death aisle. Immediately I found a bug bomb that I could use for my garage. Super friendly service too. A fun place to meander and explore. Loads of plants outside and inside. Cheers to Saturday chores. SYOY!

Good friendly people work here. Helpful and easy to get what you need. Friendly conversations…read more Reminds me of when salespeople knew how to talk without being awkward. Just like the 70's. Some of them at least.

Staff was super helpful with helping me find what I needed. Would come again in the futureread more

We love this hardware store. It is well stocked with pretty much everything I need for projects…read more Staff are friendly and it has been super easy to return items.

If you go there be ready to be judged and sized up! As I walked in an employee stopped, looked me…read moreup/down and asked if I needed help. He directed me and then walked away. A few minutes later I saw him hiding and watching me. When he realized if seen him he came over AGAIN to "assist" me then walked me to the register and after payment he accused me of shoplifting. When I proved otherwise he threw me out of store, yelling about thievery! The last an effort to conceal his poor behavior! Never again.

Fantastic special tonight (gnocchi and heirloom tomato). We sat at the bar and of course friendly…read morestaff and bartender that chatted with us and enjoyed the conversation n

early family birthday dinner celebration mid week. attentive…read moreserver and something for everyone on the menu, from sides to small plates, carnivore to vegetarian. food came fairly quickly and was generally tasty but nothing wowed me. pricing was very seattle. essentially ~$20-30pp without a cocktail or alcoholic beverage. the hardware store has been a staple on the island for years! i just wish my hippie burger had had more flavor.

Love this place little bit of everything and a lot of staff knowledge. Especially great place for…read moregreat deals on quality plants and exterior pots.

Very knowledgeable staff outstanding service always helpfully helpful with a wonderful…read moreunderstanding of their products

Old school hardware store that also keeps up with the times. Very extensive inventory including the…read morebasics you might expect, such as garden, but also small appliances, and even ice cream salt for ice cream makers. Other items include wind chimes and gifts such as puzzles. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Decent prices as well.

Service and stock was miserable. I asked a simple question about brushes for cleaning basalt rock…read morefireplaces common in this area. Not only did the person no know anything but suggested incorrect wire and steel brushes that even I know would have damaged the rock and mortar. They waved vaguely where things were without specific instructions. Not coming back even though is my local. Back to Burien or McLendlons.

I am grateful for the expertise shared with me yesterday, by the electric parts specialist. I…read morewanted a lamp shade harp, which part, this store did not even stock. However, the specialist spent more than 30 minutes with me analyzing the specifications for my lamp shade and educating me as to the important measurements to keep in mind. What a wonderful neighbor this business is. I am so glad I live near an Ace Hardware Store !

Very be friendly people and great service. I got what I needed - ropes to hold furniture I was…read moremoving. They helped me find it.

Been here several times; so handy and perfect walkable location. Staff helpful but not pushy.read more

I come here whenever I need something they sell. They always have what I need (in the past year:…read morepaint, glue, tape, screws, holiday lights, and light bulbs). The employees are always friendly and helpful. It's local, which I prefer to shop, so I will continue shopping here.

Always have had a great experience here. lots of items on sale weekly, workers are friendly and…read morelarge stock.

They do amazing job at this Mclendon by far the best the mclendon around Shay really helpful and…read moreMichelle now's her snacks Kenny now's about wood Jonny now's all about plumbing Hellen sure knows her paint great job

I am giving the store 4 stars because of the nice service. It isn't a spectacular Hardware store as…read moreI have struggled finding what I need here the few times I've been here. It is usually something not in stock. But friendly service always!! And seemingly good value on their items I come here first due to location is convenient. Take it easy and SYOY!

Very disappointing experience. I placed an online order, and the Ace Hardware website said it would…read morebe ready for pickup in 15 minutes. I arrived about two hours later, but my order still wasn't ready. I waited at the front counter for another 15 minutes before someone finally came to help. Then, without any prior notification, I was told that my order had been canceled. Meanwhile, the money had already been taken from my account. I spoke with the manager, but she showed no concern and offered no helpful solution. If Ace cannot fulfill an order, the customer should be notified immediately--not left waiting at the store. After this experience, I cannot trust http://AceHardware.com for online pickup orders.