There are dozens of great restaurants in Kent. The list is endless but here are a few local favorites, sorted by category. For an alphabetical list, please click here.
American Cuisine
2Seven2 Grill & Bar – Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; standard breakfast fare, soups & salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, steaks and seafood. Accepts reservations.
27120 174th Pl. SE, Covington, WA
253-236-4623
Alki Bakery at Center Point – American deli, sandwiches, salads & more.
20809 72nd Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032
253-867-5702
Charley’s Town & Country Restaurant & Lounge – Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily; karaoke, live music and dancing
1734 Central Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-850-7799
Golden Steer Steak ‘n Rib House – Family restaurant
23826 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA
253-852-1144
H. D. Hotspurs – American cuisine, neighborhood bar
315 S. Washington, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-5653
Herfy’s Burger – Burgers, dine in or to go (next to JoAnn Fabrics, East Hill)
25666 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030.
253-859-3292
Johnny Rockets – Food, fun and friendliness, American diner.
Kent Station
Maggie’s on Meeker – A favorite breakfast & lunch spot with home cooking
307 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-852-4116
Mary’s Fine Food Restaurant – Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and “to go” orders
23641 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA (East Hill)
253-854-2650
Meeker St. Deli – American Deli
317 W. Meeker St., #D, Kent, WA
253-520-2891
The Ram Restaurant & Brewery – Family-friendly atmosphere with traditional American cuisine and “bar food”
512 Ramsay Way, Ste. 103, Kent Station, Kent, WA
253-520-3881
Quiznos Sub
East Hill: 25725 – 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030, 253-520-4002.
212th Plaza: 21100 84th Ave. S, Ste. 101, Kent, WA 98032, 253-395-9777.
Lake Meridian Crossing: 13121 SE Kent Kangley Rd., Ste. 105 , Kent, WA 98030, 253-630-1833.
Midway Town Center: 24130 Pacific Highway S., Ste. 102, Kent, WA 98032, 206-824-6222.
Barbecue
BBQ Pete’s – Wood Pit BBQ
6621 S. 211st St., Kent, WA
425-251-0778
The General’s BBQ – Ribs, BBQ and more
19249 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032, 253-437-5250
202 E. Main St., Auburn, WA 98002, 253-218-2953.
Golden Steer Steak ‘n Rib House – Family restaurant
23826 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA
253-852-1144
Breweries, Pubs, Clubs & Wine Bars
Airways Brewing Company - local brewery and pub
6644 S. 196th St., #T100, Kent, WA 98032
Charley’s Town & Country Restaurant & Lounge – Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily; karaoke, live music and dancing
1734 Central Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-850-7799
H. D. Hotspurs – American cuisine, neighborhood bar
315 S. Washington, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-5653
Jimmy T’s – Sports bar & grill
23803 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031
253-520-6456
Pat’s Bar & Grill – Restaurant and pub feat. live music on Fri. & Sat. nights
114 Railroad Ave. N., Kent, WA
253-852-7287
The Grape Adventure – Lovely wine shop with wine tastings, tapas menu, events, tours and more (closed Mondays)
12930 SE Kent-Kangley Rd., Kent, WA 98030, 253-631-8400
The Ram Restaurant & Brewery – Family-friendly atmosphere with traditional American cuisine and “bar food”
512 Ramsay Way, Ste. 103, Kent Station, Kent, WA
253-520-3881
Shindig Martini Bar & Gro;; – Classy, local martini bar with light appetizers and sandwiches, dancing every Fri. & Sat.
222 First Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032.
253-520-4705
See’s Candies – Gourmet chocolate, candy and more
438 Ramsay Way, Ste. 107, Kent, WA 98032.
253-373-0349
Swank
24437 Russell Road, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-2110
Vibe Bar & Grill – Awesome burgers with the BEST fries around the sound. “A place to be yourself.”
226 First Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032.
253-852-0815
Wine and Beer of Washington State – Visit this site for more information about breweries, wineries and Washington wines and beers around the Kent area and across the state.
Burger Joints
El Incapaz - Burritos, tortas, tacos, pizzas, burgers, salads & more
326 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-854-1601
Johnny Rockets – Food, fun and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana
Kent Station
Cafes, Coffee Shops and Espresso Stands
Alki Bakery at Center Point – American deli, sandwiches, salads, baked goods & more.
20809 72nd Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032
253-867-5702
Bri’s Beans – Espresso stands, two Kent locations
1234 N. Central Ave. and 19918 68th Ave. S., Kent, WA
Cutters Point – Coffee, espresso, frappe, smoothies, pastries and more.
Fred Meyer Shopping Center, Covington, WA, 253-639-3458
Home Depot Shopping Center, Covington, WA, 253-236-4548
Dilettante Mocha & Espresso Cafe – Coffee, espresso, pastries, chocolates and more.
514 Ramsay Way, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-852-3555
Jayme’s Sweet Addiction Espresso – “fully clothed and family operated”
Mon-Fri: 6 am to 5 pm; Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm; Sun: closed.
111 Central Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032
253-852-6690
Kona Kai Coffee Company – Tasty food and beverages in a tropical setting, live entertainment, art & more
124 Fourth Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-859-5662
Maggie’s on Meeker – A favorite breakfast & lunch spot with home cooking
307 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-852-4116
Meeker St. Deli – American Deli
317 W. Meeker St., #D, Kent, WA
253-520-2891
Panera Bread Co. – Sandwiches and soups; ready, hot and fresh
521 Second Place N., Suite 101, Kent, WA
253-854-1711
Perk Up Place – Cafe, deli and catering
202 W. Gowe St., Ste. C, Titusville Station, Kent, WA
253-854-8868
The Velvet Goose Restaurant - Open for lunch, soup, salad, sandwiches and more
25748 101st Ave. SE, Kent, WA 9030 (inside Mad Hatter Antique Mall)
253-854-7706
Wild Wheat Bakery – Cafe, restaurant and bakery
202 First Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032.
253-856-8919
Catering
Excellent Eats Catering, Sue Froyd
Mama Stortini’s Restaurant & Bar – Italian food
240 W. Kent Station St., Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-5050
Panera Bread Co. – Sandwiches and soups; ready, hot and fresh
521 Second Place N., Suite 101, Kent, WA
253-854-1711
Perk Up Place – Cafe, deli and catering
202 W. Gowe St., Ste. C, Titusville Station, Kent, WA
253-854-8868
Chinese
China Star – Family restaurant and lounge
24437 Russell Rd., Kent, WA
253-850-7070
Chopsticks – Chinese Restaurant
21030 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA (across from Panther Lake Elementary)
253-373-9250
Lucky Star – Chinese Restaurant, Mandarin & Szechen Cuisine
17615 SE 272nd St., Covington, WA 98042
253-630-3638
Desserts, Pastries, etc.
Alki Bakery at Center Point – American deli, sandwiches, salads & more.
20809 72nd Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032
253-867-5702
Baskin Robbins – Kent East Hill
25620 102nd Pl. SE, Kent, WA
253-859-9510
Cold Stone Creamery – delicious ice cream with your choice of toppings
Kent Station
253-854-0122
Cow Chip Cookies
Kent Station
253-850-6092
Cutters Point – Coffee, espresso, frappe, smoothies, pastries and more.
Fred Meyer Shopping Center, Covington, WA, 253-639-3458
Home Depot Shopping Center, Covington, WA, 253-236-4548
Dilettante Mocha & Espresso Cafe – Coffee, espresso, pastries, chocolates and more.
514 Ramsay Way, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-852-3555
Kona Kai Coffee Company – Tasty food and beverages in a tropical setting, live entertainment, art & more
124 Fourth Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-859-5662
Punjab Sweets – Indian, Punjab and vegetarian cuisine
23617 104th Ave SE C Kent, WA 98031
253-859-3236
See’s Candies – Gourmet chocolate, candy and more
438 Ramsay Way, Ste. 107, Kent, WA 98032.
253-373-0349
Diners
Johnny Rockets – Food, fun and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana
Kent Station
Maggie’s on Meeker – A favorite breakfast & lunch spot with home cooking
307 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-852-4116
Fast Food
Arby’s – A varity of sandwiches, subs, roast burgers and even salads
317 E. Smith St., Kent, WA
253-854-9499
Chipotle Mexican Grill - Gourmet burritos and tacos
512 Ramsay Way, Kent, WA
253-850-3777
Taco Time – Tacos, burritos and more.
East Hill, 25649 104th Ave., Kent, WA, 253-850-8898.
Covington, 17211 SE 272nd, Covington, WA 98042, 253-630-1249.
Downtown, 1302 W. Meeker, Kent, WA, 253-520-1915.
Taco Del Mar
27116 167th Pl. SE, Covington, WA, 253-630-4393.
Greek
Sabrina’s International Cuisine - Specializing in Mediterranean, Italian and Greek cuisine (belly dancing/music on Saturdays at 6:30 pm)
20934 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031
253-850-3000
Spiro’s Greek Island – Delicious Greek cuisine (free lunch delivery to downtown Kent businesses)
215 First Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032.
253-854-1030
Ice Cream
Baskin Robbins – Kent East Hill
25620 102nd Pl. SE, Kent, WA
253-859-9510
Cold Stone Creamery – delicious ice cream with your choice of toppings
Kent Station
253-854-0122
Indian
Golden Indian Curry House
20938 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031 (also in Tukwila on Southcenter Parkway)
253-852-1425
India Combo
Punjab Sweets – Indian, Punjab and vegetarian cuisine
23617 104th Ave SE C Kent, WA 98031
253-859-3236
Italian
Mama Stortini’s Restaurant & Bar – Italian food
240 W. Kent Station St., Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-5050
Paolo’s Italian Restaurant – Contemporary and traditional Italian cuisine
23810 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031
253-850-2233
Ristorante Isabella – Italian, steaks and seafood.
27116 167th Pl. SE, Covington, WA, 253-630-3450
Sabrina’s International Cuisine - Specializing in Mediterranean, Italian and Greek cuisine (belly dancing/music on Saturdays at 6:30 pm)
20934 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031
253-850-3000
Japanese
Mom’s Teriyaki – Dine in or take out
23615 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030 (across from Chase Bank).
253-859-1327 (second location in Auburn)
O-Teriyaki – Diverse menu
208 W. Kent Station St., Ste. 104, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-854-1211
Mexican
Azteca Mexican Restaurant
25633 102nd Place, Kent, WA 98031 (behind Chuck E. Cheese)
253-852-0210
Casa Poblana – Family Mexican restaurant, all-you-can-eat buffet
1819 Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-373-1819
Chipotle Mexican Grill - Gourmet burritos and tacos
512 Ramsay Way, Kent, WA
253-850-3777
El Incapaz - Burritos, tortas, tacos, pizzas, burgers, salads & more
326 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-854-1601
El Charro Family Restaurant and Cantina Iguanas
10218 SE 240th St., Kent, WA 98031(across from Fred Meyer)
253-854-8428
Las Margaritas – Family Mexican Restaurant
13032 SE Kent-Kangley Rd., Kent, WA 98032
253-630-7488
Los Agaves – Gourmet Mexican Food
24020 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA
253-520-3373
Mexico Lindo – Family-owned, family-friendly Mexican restaurant
203 Fourth Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-854-5320
Taco Time – Tacos, burritos and more.
East Hill, 25649 104th Ave., Kent, WA, 253-850-8898.
Covington, 17211 SE 272nd, Covington, WA 98042, 253-630-1249.
Downtown, 1302 W. Meeker, Kent, WA, 253-520-1915.
Torero’s – Family Mexican restaurant
1225 N. Central Ave., Kent, WA (Additional restaurants in Renton)
253-850-9015
Taco Del Mar
27116 167th Pl. SE, Covington, WA, 253-630-4393.
Miscellaneous
Jamba Juice
417 Ramsay Way, Ste. 107, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032.
253-852-4078
Pizza
A Pizza Mart – Pizza
24618 36th Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032
253-945-6465
Amante Pizza & Pasta – Pizza, pasta, salads & more
21020 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA
253-395-2777
Can Am Pizza – Pizza, salads, subs, gyros, calzones & more (delivery too)
23819 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031
253-856-7777
El Incapaz - Burritos, tortas, tacos, pizzas, burgers, salads & more
326 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-854-1601
Papa John’s
Papa Murphy’s
Pizza Hut
Seafood
Duke’s Chowder House – Delicious, fresh seafood, chowder and salads
240 W. Kent Station St., Ste. 101, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-850-6333
Nazes Seafood – Fish & chips, fish tacos, seafood fried burritos and more
26220 116th Ave. SE, #103 (next to Chevron), Kent, WA
253-850-0079
Sushi
Kaiten Sushi - Sushi served belt style
Kent Station, 321 Ramsay Way, Suite 103, Kent Station, Kent, WA 98032
253-277-1566
Trapper’s Sushi - fresh to order, all you can eat sushi
16908 SE 269th Pl., Covington, WA 98042
253-981-3270
Thai
Archa Thai Bistro – Thai food in a cozy, elegant atmosphere
214 E. Meeker St., Kent, WA
253-373-1868
D-Jung – Noodles and Thai Cuisine
21022 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA (Panther Lake)
253-813-5609
Saigan Rose Restaurant – Vietnamese and Thai cuisine
12912 SE Kent-Kangley Rd., Kent, WA 98030
253-630-0284 (closed Tuesdays)
Thai Chili Restaurant – Traditional Thai Cooking
120 Washington Ave. N., Kent, WA (Washington & Meeker)
253-850-5887
Vietnamese
Pho Cat Sang – Vietnamese Noodle Soup (open daily, 8 am – 10 pm)
20512 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031.
253-850-6414
Pho Thinh – Vietnamese food
320 E. Meeker St., Ste. #106, Kent, WA 98032
253-236-4631
Saigan Rose Restaurant – Vietnamese and Thai cuisine
12912 SE Kent-Kangley Rd., Kent, WA 98030
253-630-0284 (closed Tuesdays)
