Top Best American Restaurants in Renton

"This once-tiny restaurant, greatly expanded in 2007, offers incredible views of Puget Sounds and the bustling market below, courtesy of huge, semicircular windows. Flawless seafood is the name of the game, and it's collected fresh from vendors below. Oyster sandwiches, often eaten at the counter, are much-coveted at lunch, and dinnertime calls forth such delicacies as tortilla-crusted Alaskan halibut, pan-roasted wild salmon and mussels steamed with chorizo, charmoula and cava."

"94 Pike St #32 Technically part of Seattle's famed Pike Place Market -- which is packed with great things to eat and with a ton of tourists, Matt's sits blissfully above the fray (as evidenced by unbeatable views of the market's iconic sign) serving a small, but exquisite lunch menu highlighted by steamed mussels and clams with chorizo & piquillo peppers, and a not-to-be-missed pan-fried cornmeal crusted catfish sandwich with sambal mayonnaise on soft potato bread."

"You can paddle your kayak or drive your boat straight to Westward’s dock and then relax in one of the Adirondack chairs lining the coast overlooking Lake Union and wait for the waiter to bring you a glass of wine while you try to decide whether to go for the salmon gravlax tartine or the wood-fired striped mullet. While Westward’s dining room is lovely, with large windows and tasteful nautical décor, their outdoor patio is so wonderful that it is usually packed – the view is that spectacular. There is an atmosphere of a celebration, with colorful umbrellas during the day and distant sparkling city lights at night."

"Seattle’s best view can be seen from the waterline: Lake Union in the foreground, that iconic skyline punctuated by a tiny Space Needle in the back. And set in the most-prime location, with a perfect patio, Westward has been steadily gaining accolades since it opened in 2013. While Chef Zoi Antonitsas’ inspired, award-winning Mediterranean cuisine is reason enough to go, the real draw is the outdoor space, complete with picnic tables, a fire pit ensconced in oyster shells and a dock to pull right up to from the lake."

"In summer it’s pure Hamptons, as you tie your boat to the North Lake Union dock and slurp beautifully shucked oysters at an Adirondack chair on the tiny beach."

"USA Today called the sensational wraparound terrace at the Edgewater Hotel “the best waterfront restaurant in Seattle.” “The view outside is amazing, especially during a summer sunset,” one OpenTable diner says. Without a doubt, the upscale atmosphere is perfect for special occasions, but Six Seven is unstuffy enough to be a locals’ meeting place. Enjoy the view over a happy hour cocktail, then dig into dishes like miso-glazed black cod and applewood-smoked pork chops."

"A post shared by @minainthapandith on Dec 1, 2019 at 3:35pm PST. Located inside the famous Edgewater Hotel, enjoy dinner right on the water’s edge. The restaurant only serves the best wines and dishes with fresh and organic ingredients."

"Soothing soul food emanates from inside the Royal Esquire Club in Columbia City, from expertly fried chicken, gizzards, and catfish with greens to shrimp and grits and oxtails with rice. You can add lush extras like black-eyed peas, mac and cheese, and sweet tea to your order, available for curbside pickup or third-party delivery, and hunker down for days. Image: Courtesy John Beck / Super Six"

"The pandemic has silenced the stage at the Royal Esquire Club, but a fantastic soul food restaurant hides inside its kitchen. Mother-daughter owners Talya Miller and LaShon Lewis dish up soothing fare like shrimp and grits, fried pork chops, decadent mac and cheese, and a great meatloaf sandwich. Yes, the strawberry lemonade is as good as everyone says."

"The nautical theme is executed subtly, so you won’t feel like any badly-dressed waiters are going to pop out and scream “Arrgh!. ” at you with a plush parrot on their shoulder. Rich, fried foods adorn the menu, making it a respite from the sometimes gentle, holistic, natural foods common on the Seattle scene."

"Captain Blacks’ nautical décor is extremely endearing, but it’s actually the Southern fare that keeps us coming back to this bar, which boasts not one, but two decks overlooking Capitol Hill. This is an excellent spot for two important things in life: people watching and fried chicken."

"With two outdoor decks, some wicked deals, and an unbeatable atmosphere, it’s hard to deny that Captian Blacks is one of Seattle’s favorite spots. Heck, throw in the Southern-inspired dishes and you’ve practically encountered heaven on earth. Where: 129 Belmont Ave E"

"This motorcycle-themed American fare pub with “dang good sandwiches” is tucked in the alleyway behind Grand Central Bakery. There’s only one item on the kids’ menu – a slider with a side—but it comes in different forms: chicken, pork, veggie or grilled cheese. The regular menu has lots of options, and portions are plenty big to share with your littles."

"Fairly standard brunch offerings in a corner location near the center of Wallingford. The huevos rancheros were good, with the tortillas actually fried, ..."

"More of a paean to pop than a traditional museum, the just-opened Seattle Selfie Museum is located near the Gum Wall at Pike Place Market. It's a different type of art museum—a place where the art is you!. “Built for the 21st century digital nomad” this place is filled with room upon room of different props for you and your little guys and gals to create the ultimate selfie."

"Exhibits here explore American pop culture, from David Bowie to Jim Henson to Star Trek. Bring the kids, because The Museum of Pop Culture truly has a little bit of something for everyone. The Museum of Pop Culture: 325 5th Ave N; 206-770-2700www.mopop.org/"

"The Museum of Pop Culture’s Frank Gehry-designed building is stunning, and older kids will love this museum’s focus on contemporary culture. Don’t miss the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame and the temporary exhibits."

"The Museum of Pop Culture, established by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in the year 2000, has tons of exhibits that focus on preserving and promoting contemporary popular culture."

"Though Seattle hasn’t always been known for its bagel scene, Pinehurst’s Jewish deli and bakery represents a strong part of the renaissance. It has a weekly bagel club, which includes the option to add pantry items, a delightful chopped liver, and smoked meats galore. Zylberschtein’s also occasionally does full meal pop-ups, and its pints of matzoh ball soup are wonderful."

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"Forget farm-to-table and try “trailer park to table.” Fighting the Seattle Freeze with some Southern hospitality, Biscuit Bitch isn’t fancy—which helps it feel more like home. For homemade meals where customers aren’t just served, but taken care of, check out Biscuit Bitch’s delicious locations at Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, and in Belltown."

" as well and I'm so happy that their GF biscuit is just as big as their regular ones. Not the best photos I was in a rush to eat this up lol!"