Weekend dinner turned out to be a great experience all around. Chef specials are worthwhile. We ordered burrata, surprising us with seasonal tomato with balsamic vinegar-fresh and not over seasoned. Steak tartare was also well seasoned, flavorful and tender. The accompanying bread was delightful. I heard another diner exclaim in surprise to her companion upon greeting the chef's special lasagna, which I ordered; it featured thin hand made pasta sheets, mint and basil, ricotta and parmesan with local yellow squash cut thin on a mandoline--rich, satisfying and vegetarian! Did the fried oysters disappear off the menu? Good riddance, I look forward to more chef's specials! read more

1 star for this place is me being generous. We stopped by this morning around 9:10 and there wasn't anyone else in the restaurant. Maybe that should have been my queue to find a different spot. We were seated quickly, and ordered the French toast. For $22 I expected to be blown away and have it be the most amazing plate of French toast I've ever eaten. What I was served was a plate of BURNED toast, a few blueberries and some sliced strawberries. There wasn't any whip cream, nothing special but can we go back to how it was burned. Like black. Not carmelized burned. (You can see how black it is in the pics. Do better. No one else was there) Our served came over gave us our bill so we could pay and never did ask how our meal was. Probably because she knew it was bad. I paid. I'll never go back and I caution anyone else that's in the area. read more

The Hardware Store - Badly burned French toast - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

We recently had dinner at The Hardware Store on Vashon Island and overall enjoyed our meal. The fish and chips were decent, but not a standout. The fish was a bit greasy and somewhat dry, and personally I think cod or halibut would have made for a better fish. I've had better fish and chips elsewhere on the island, so this probably isn't something I would order again. The highlight of the meal was the local rockfish. Two nicely seared pieces of fish were served over a flavorful tomato and vegetable medley with a couple of fried artichokes. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the broth at the bottom of the plate was delicious. I only wish there had been some crusty bread to soak it all up. This is definitely a dish I would order again. The kids' meals were also solid. The chicken strips tasted fresh and looked great, and the cheeseburger appeared to be a generous quarter-pound burger. I especially appreciated that the kids' meal can be served with a fruit cup that contains actual quality fruit instead of the typical melon-heavy mix. My only hesitation with the kids' menu is the price. At around $17 for chicken strips or a cheeseburger, it feels a bit expensive. Families may find better value by having kids split one of the larger entrées. We also tried the grilled spring asparagus, which was delicious and paired well with the sauce, but at $19 for six spears, the portion felt a little underwhelming for the price. Service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit, and the overall quality of the food was good. I've also been here for weekend brunch, which is consistently excellent and one of the reasons I keep coming back. Whenever I'm on Vashon Island, The Hardware Store remains a place I'll happily stop at for a meal. Overall, a very good dining experience with a few dishes I'd order again and a few I'd skip next time. read more

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Great service, our server who was also the bartender was an absolute hoot and we enjoyed the conversation immensely. Made the meal more enjoyable. However, the food is still just so so. I had a grilled shrimp Louie which was just odd. The shrimp was so over seasoned it was difficult to eat. There was no lettuce to speak of, just some what looked like shredded cabbage. The real off putting part was the hard boiled egg which was soft in the middle, not sure why they thought that was a good thing. My friend had the buttermilk fried chicken salad. She said the chicken was good but only a couple of pieces and the rest was lettuce. Not sure I'd eat there again. read more

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at the Hardware Store on Vashon Island was extremely disappointing. From the moment we walked in (party of 4) on 6/14 Sunday at noon, there were one male and one female hosts.  The male host was friendly, greeted us with warm smiles. On the other hand, the blonde female host gave us dirty looks, not saying a word and acting as if she wanted us to leave.  She even turned her back on us while we were trying to ask her questions about menu.  A restaurant's hospitality starts at the front door, and unfortunately this experience left a very negative impression before we were even seated. At that, the experience there was ruined from the moment we came in because of this one female host and the whole experience was a total disaster. The fact she was an employee there says a lot of this restaurant. DO BETTER, THAT HOST AND THE RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT. TRAIN YOUR EMPLOYEES AND HIRE THE RIGHT PEOPLE! read more

The Hardware Store - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

The decor and ambiance of this place is very welcoming and clean. I had a party of 3 adults and 1 toddler. We ordered 2 margaritas, unsweetened tea, lemonade, fish and chips, chicken skewers, the sailor's plate and a kids cheeseburger and fries. The food was absolutely delicious. It was a little pricey but absolutely delicious! The homemade tartar sauce was great, the fish was crispy on the outside and soft and flaky on the inside. The kids burger was the size of a regular burger, grilled perfectly and much larger than my little one could eat! We just happened to exploring vashon island and stumbled upon this place! We are so glad we stopped in read more

The Hardware Store - Fish and chips - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

The Hardware Store has great food and service and a very cool story behind it too. Fans of Gilmore Girls may be reminded of Luke's Diner once they learn more about the building's history! I got the breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee, all delicious and arrived at our table promptly. It was nice that they had newspapers too. Would definitely return! read more

In the heart of town but challenging to find parking. Great draft selection with ciders too read more

The Hardware Store - Amazing Rockfish with all the sides. I absolutely loved the tarter sauce because it wasn't thick. I wonder if it's a ranch base. - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

It had been a few years since we visited THS and we heard that they redid the interior and possibly changed management, so we decided to give it another chance. The cocktails all seem to be named after nautical terms, likely a nod to their island locale. I got the Buoy, which was a tequila-based cocktail with blackberry, Campari, and rosemary. It was quite refreshing. We split the smoked salmon chips and dip, because we both love smoked salmon and Old Bay. This was tasty, but I think a cream cheese dip requires a chip that's sturdier than a potato chip. I ordered the seared ahi and my spouse ordered the burger. We both enjoyed the seared ahi, though I wish it had more of the whipped tahini and harissa. We agreed that the burger was solid, but not the best restaurant burger we've had. We finished with the key lime pie and pot de crème. Recommend both (though maybe avoid the pot de crème if you don't like coffee)! read more

Excellent food and service. We were seated immediately (2pm Saturday) at a nice booth with a warm welcome. The booth was located in the front so it was a bit drafty, but we had hot drinks to keep us warm. My mom ordered the fried chicken sandwich and said it was the best sandwich she's ever had!!! I ordered the fried chicken salad and it was beyond delicious. The presentation was gorgeous with the watermelon, radishes, seaweed sprinkles, cucumbers, tomatoes, avocado, and bacon. Highly recommend it, and I will dream about it until I come back again. Izzy the hostess let us in on the secret. Fried chicken sandwich is her favorite menu item. Thanks Izzy!!! read more

The Hardware Store keeps getting better. The refreshed space and menu feel perfect--modern but still cozy in that classic Vashon way. Food was outstanding, hands down the best around. Every dish was spot-on, fresh, and full of flavor. Rosie was our server and she was awesome--super friendly and on top of everything. Even got to say hi to the chef, which was a nice touch. If you haven't been in a while, go now. We'll definitely be back soon. 5 stars! read more

The Hardware Store - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

You guys, we were SO SO looking forward to eating here. Loved the idea of its being in a historical building. Loved the name. Loved the whole idea of it (did not try the new addition called "The Yard" which is open whenever the Hardware Store is not open, and serves BBQ (?)). Anyway! It was a hard choice whether to come for breakfast/brunch of dinner and I'm going to say we chose the wrong one. We went for dinner and it was, sadly, a disappointment. There is a fashion for char on food and it works for some items - the chef here on this evening seemed to think it was applicable to ALL items. Every single thing we ordered was overcooked, dry, and much of it was burnt inappropriately. I have, for instance, never in my life been handed a very charred piece of pita bread to go with...anything! The accompanying sauce and cucumbers for the satay were good. The burger my friend ordered was nowhere near her request for medium/medium rare - it was cooked all the way through. FYI, many menu items shown online are not on the menu at this time. The affogato for dessert was tasty. The truffle fries were good. The one bright spot - our server was incredible. Thank you, Colby. You were so agreeable and friendly, so helpful and cheerful. You're awesome! Next time we'll try breakfast and hopefully have better luck. read more

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The restaurant has a comfortable atmosphere, and it's clear that a lot of effort goes into the food. The dishes we ordered were fresh, well prepared, and nicely presented, so there are definitely things to like here. Unfortunately, the overall experience felt inconsistent. Service was polite but not very attentive, and it took longer than expected to get assistance during our meal. While nothing was seriously wrong, the visit didn't feel as welcoming or smooth as I had hoped. I'd consider giving this place another try because the food has potential, but I think improving the overall customer experience would make a noticeable difference. read more

Seafood was excellent. Our server, Rosie, was excellent, funny sense of humor and very attentive.

2nd visit after 4 years. We were on an excursion with our retirement community and I remembered that we had a good lunch there before. The atmosphere is welcoming and we were seated quickly. As before, I found the lunch offerings to be a bit expensive. Almost every item was $22-25. My wife had a generous and tasty breakfast burrito. I had a Cuban Sandwich which was served on a nice artisan roll that a Cuban is know for. I expected ham but he meat seemed like beef that would be served in a Phila. cheese steak. It was still tasty and had just the amount of spicey jalapeños. It was served with a generous portion of fries. My wife also had a crabapple cider which was good. It was a good meal with good service at a high price, $53 before tax and tip. On my next visit to Vashon, I think I will try someplace a bit less expensive. read more

This was our first time here, a friend suggested it. The food was excellent, couldn't decide so I got the Sailors Plate(clam chowder, fish, fries with old Bay seasoning) especially enjoyed the tartar sauce. Our server was very friendly read more

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We came for lunch on a Saturday. The restaurant was full of other patrons, but we were seated immediately. It was nice seeing artwork from local artists displayed on the walls and some available for purchase. It got the Veggie Burger. It was spicy and so flavorful. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I asked for their aioli to go with the fries. It was a delectable meal. The server was friendly and attentive. I cannot wait to come back when I visit Vashon Island next. read more

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My two friends and I have celebrated every single one of our birthdays with breakfast here for years. We absolutely love the food, the service, and the general atmosphere. It has been our go-to tradition for a reason! However, there is one consistent problem that is making it hard to enjoy our visits: the music is simply too loud. Every time we visit, the volume is so high that we can barely hear each other speak or enjoy our conversation. Each time we ask to have it turned down, the staff is polite and lowers it briefly, but the sound system inevitably returns to the original loud volume shortly after. We truly want to continue our birthday tradition here, but the noise level needs to be addressed. We hope management can find a permanent, comfortable middle ground for the volume so loyal guests can actually visit while they eat. read more

Stopped here for lunch after seeing the Troll and Light House. Very casual restaurant. Service was good. It's a little bit pricey. I ordered a BLT ($19), I wouldn't recommend it. They used cherry tomatoes, which was awkward on a sandwich. I only was able to eat half. My son and his wife had the fish and chips ($25). They said it was good, and said the coleslaw was very good. Strawberry lemonade they charge $6 for the lemonade and $3 for the flavor. It's also a very limited menu. read more

The Hardware Store - Refreshing strawberry lemonade - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

We waited almost an hour for our food. We ordered two meals and a soda. Our waitress never refilled our water or asked if we needed another drink. The restaurant was only at half capacity and it took this long to bring out meals I hate to see the wait time for dinner service. My husband's fish and chips were cold when they were brought to the table and my meal had to be remade. When it did come it was not cooked probably nor did it have the side I ordered. Not sure we can recommend it to others. read more

I've heard fantastic things about this restaurant so I brought my parents last month when they came for a visit. I got their chicken salad and it was amazing! I've literally been thinking about it since. My mom got a Monte Cristo, my dad got their fish and chips and I have no idea what my kids got. There was nothing leftover and we all left full & happy. I will say that it is a bit pricey but if you plan for it, you should be fine. Also, if you go at a prime time, expect a wait. There are fun shops around to kill time in (especially the pharmacy next door). read more

Service and coffee was good but eggs Benedict Florentine was basically all soggy spinach on uncooked English muffin with overcooked eggs :(

Stopped by on a rainy Sunday for lunch and it was yummy. I hand the Monte Christo, done just right and with the fruity jam , the sweet and salty was perfect. My wife got the salmon burger and was quite happy, fries were done right !! Our service in bar area was great . Nice spot , the window seats were great for people watching. No pictures we were hungry !! read more

There aren't many "breakfast food" options in Vashon, and this place is certainly out of the list! We ordered our drinks, which took some time to be delivered considering they were simple, and the restaurant was not busy. The food tasted as disappointing as it looks! The poached eggs were overly eat, soaking the muffin... the best part of the meal was the crunchy hash brown. I believe a lot of people go to this place for sentimental reasons, because the food, drinks and service are subpar! read more

The Hardware Store - Classic Eggs Benedict. - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

Save yourself a trip and immediately walk out the door and go to the Ruby Brink across the street. This was our first stop on the island. I made reservations two weeks in advance for my birthday. We arrived and were seated. After 35+ minutes of being ignored we simply walked out and left. The servers were incredibly young and unaware and the crowd was 75+. People around us were being served and despite being noticed, the food they were being served looked disgusting. An incredible let down. I will never come again and highly don't recommend. read more

We love the bar service! Rosie and Christopher are so good! We always have a great time. Eat here once a week. Lovely place and staff--and the menu has gotten better ever since the new chef took over! read more

Well... The Hardware Store used to be amazing. As locals, we ate here often and brought visiting friends and family regularly. A huge part of what made this place special was the outstanding gluten-free menu. Truly the best gluten-free fried chicken anywhere. Gluten-free clam chowder? Yes. Gluten-free fish and chips? Yes. It was rare, thoughtful, and incredibly well done. Tonight, however, we were told the "gluten-free" fried chicken is now only "sort of" gluten free because the chicken is dredged in regular flour. For anyone with celiac disease, that is not just misleading -- it's dangerous. There is no such thing as "sort of" gluten free. In an area with so many people who rely on gluten-free options for medical reasons, it's baffling to see these choices quietly removed or redefined. We were loyal customers and were absolutely willing to pay premium prices for safe, well-executed gluten-free food. Unfortunately, trust matters. Once that's gone, so is the experience. This was deeply disappointing. read more

Stopped in for lunch. Great food and shout out to Rosie, our server. Thanks for the menu recommendations, laughs and awesome service. We'll be back! read more

Loved the historic pictures and art in the restaurant. Great atmosphere. Family friendly. Food is fresh and well made. Restroom is clean and nicely decorated. Servers are attentive and thoughtful. This place will be my place to eat when I am in Vashon in the future! read more

The Hardware Store - This is the room near restroom. - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

I could only stay excellent, excellent! We were on our way to see Oscar the troll and stopped here for lunch. Can't wait to go back.

Go to The Yard! It is their outdoor patio area with amazing food options: Smoked brisket, fried chicken thigh sandwich, rockfish Chicken, etc...and the tots are tasty!. Th-Sun. Check it out! read more

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Terrible service, the waitress Violet was completely confused. We waited over 20 minutes for our drinks and over an hour for our food. When the food came it was cold. However the resteraunt did comp our meal so that was good. After being told twice that the meal would be comped the confused waitress still tried to give us a bill. I can see it has potential to be good just need a waitress who knows what they are doing. read more

Another solid three star establishment.....everything is just "ok". Let's start with the hours. They close at 8pm, even on Friday at Saturday nights. We got there at about 7:45pm and they seated us (thank you!) but we could tell they weren't excited about it (sorry!). Now let's talk about abidance. It's a great location and the space has a good vibe. The bartender was kind but the rest of the staff was cold. On to prices - and this is where everything goes sideways - my GIANT salad was $21 and my friends bite sized crab cakes were $22 for two. We couldn't figure it out. Our total after tip and a $30 bottle of wine was over $90. My Buttermilk Fried Chicken Salad was supposedly already dressed, but there wasn't any dressing on it. It didn't come with any sort of cheese - I had to ask for that. And half the plate seemed to be just tomato. The chicken was fried alright - in fact the ratio of chicken to breading was completely off and I felt like it was all just fried skin. So while we appreciated the generosity and being seated, I honestly can't wrap my head around a $90+ total. I've had far better meals for significantly less. But - there's not many options on Vashon so I guess this is one of the best...? By default? I'd suggest going anywhere else if you can. I personally won't be coming back any time soon. read more

The Hardware Store - Fried Chicken Salad. Cheese was extra. Not pictured is the copious amounts of tomato just chilling on the other side of the plate. - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

I was grossed out when i entered - the bacon smell was so strong (my personal yuck). I got used to it after a few minutes, though. Their cheeseburgers are Everyone in my party enjoyed their food read more

The chowder was meaty but I have tasted better. No individual salads so we had to split the salad. read more

The Hardware Store - Green salad and clam chowder. The drink was made with hibiscus. - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

Would not recommend! My wife cant have gluten. So when we go out to eat it involves research and planning. On our day trip to Vashon we decided The Hardware Store was the best option for lunch. We made a mistake. We waited 45 minutes for our food and when it finally came my wife's order was incorrect and mine was cold. Overall it was not a good experience. read more

Our family loves The Hardware Store. We've been coming here for a long time, and it's one of those rare places that just feels like home every time we walk through the door. The staff is always incredible--genuinely kind, attentive without being overbearing, and they seem to remember you in the best way. One of the waiters even memorized our food and drink order, which makes the whole experience feel even more personal and welcoming. And the food? Always hits the spot. Every dish we've tried has been delicious, fresh, and made with love. It's comforting in the best way--not fancy or fussy, just good, satisfying meals you actually look forward to. read more

If you're looking for a good, hearty, and filling breakfast this is the place for you! I really enjoyed myself here and definitely will be back! There is plenty of space and the menu has something for everyone. I especially enjoyed the rustic modern feel of the inside - it honestly feels like you are in a hardware store (or maybe farmhouse?)! The food was very good! Whatever you get you have to make sure to get some potatoes... So. Good! Their coffee was decent, too, and they had fresh juices for non-coffee drinkers. Very filling meals are served at The Hardware Store so be prepared to bring a to-go box home they also have great vegan and gluten free options!! The only thing left to be desired was the service. The staff was really nice and friendly, and we even got seated pretty quick. However, it took us a while to get our drink order placed and even a while to get more napkins. It did get kind of busy soon after we arrived (I think Church just got out?), so we were trying to be understanding, but it was a little frustrating. The other thing that irked me was that the server/barista added whipped cream on my mocha without my request, but apparently added whipped cream is an additional cost! It isn't a big deal and it wasn't expensive, but that doesn't make it excusable. Overall: delicious food, fresh coffee, and a great place to grab a bite to eat! read more

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We stopped in for a late night bite and cocktail. The service and ambiance were good ---cozy and inviting. The cocktails (Maple Old Fashioned Cocktails) were good but not great. There were balanced, and had a nice maple flavor, but lacked the after burn that a quality Old Fashioned should have. The menu had some unique and some standard Pacific NW fare: crab cakes, bison and frites, burgers, and fish n chips. We ordered the fish n chips (I consider this a stable for Washington island restaurants). Sadly, it was not up to par. Other reviews on Yelp show perfectly breaded fish. Ours had some sort of grainy cornmeal breading. It was not plesant. read more

The Hardware Store - what is the breading on my fish? - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

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The quality isn't worth the price. They close way too early, like a lot of the island, and it takes forever to get your overpriced, undershot meal. Hit the Ruby Brink or another local spot and you'll have a better experience. read more