Ambience. B Service. A Food. B+ Price. B Found on main strip in small downtown Vashon (what??? 4 blocks). This place has changeover many times, but Gravy has lasted over several years. Rustic, calm , open cafe style atmosphere. Back area seating for outdoor eating. Street parking. Hostess and servers were swift and friendly. Helpful in describing menu items. and making recommendations. I've heard of the "trifecta". Burger. Mixture of 1/3 of sirloin, duck breast and smoke ham hock! Nice, smoky and moist well done patty on grilled brioche bun with a house-made shallot sauce. I'd order again! Delicious. And definitely popular! My friend had the fried chicken. It was crispy skin and moist breast. However, thought the batter needed more seasoning and the skin tasted a little burnt or old oil! This is a nice restaurant for Vashon. I'm a fan and will be back. read more

Honestly went here and tried to get a time to eat and they were closed due to Covid and only open for certain times. The man that met us greeted us with chips and gave my girlfriend flowers and me chips and a bottle of wine, there is not doubt in my mind a restaurant ran like that will succeed. I look forward to coming back to the island and visiting this place. read more

We had never been to Vashon Island before and what a great find! My family and I were visiting from Missouri and were fortunate enough to walk in the door of Gravy. We were met with a warm, vivacious welcome and an explanation of the food and how everything is made in house. We all had varying taste and everyone was happy! I loved the squash salad with burrata, while my husband ordered the omelet and ate every bite. My brother had the BLT with house made bread and crispy bacon. He ate every bite of the huge sandwich. The tuna melt. with white albacore tuna, was the best my daughter had ever eaten. The fried chicken sandwich is huge and would be great for a split. Make sure to order the hummus plate. They serve with roasted chickpeas and wonderful herb filled olive oil. I would eat there again for the hummus alone. read more

Wonderful service on their lovely garden patio. The roasted beet salad with walnut butter and orange slices was delicious. My entree was the Muscovy duck breast with a grilled radicchio on a herbed polenta! Hubby had the fettuccine carbonara with large shrimp! I have now found my favorite dishes! Please follow with their flourless chocolate cake and French press coffee. Such a wonderful meal! Thank you read more

Gravy - Beets by Dre! Seriously DELICIOUS - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

This place never disappoints! The food is delicious, to the point that things usually sell out. The fried chicken is always on point. When we are walking in town on the weekends there is usually a lovely smell coming out that attracts us--last time it was the pumpkin spice chicken wings. We always end up ordering dessert because they are so good. We are so glad to have this wonderful place here on Vashon! read more

We came in on a Friday evening and the place was about halfway full. However, not long into our meal there was a line out the door. Our waitress was really lovely and the food was great. I had the fried chicken with melon salad and loved every bite. My only complaint is we had a group of five and instead of pushing a four seat table and a two seat table together, they stuck a fifth chair awkwardly at the end of a four seat table. There were tables empty when we arrived that would have made creating a six seat table possible, but instead the person in the fifth seat had to awkwardly sit at the table with little room to eat their meal. read more

Great menu with some specialties. Perhaps a little overpriced and felt more like a special occasion meal rather than regular dinner or lunch. Regardless, very nice service, ambiance and food. read more

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Disappointed 2 out of 4 meals ok 2 less than ok Way over priced No vegetarian options Meat centric menu Limited options staff oblivious to the problem and idea of creating simple changes to accommodate the non meat eaters with any thing other than salads So probably won't be back Missing Express cuisine read more

We were welcomed pleasantly and seated right away. I think our server was new so I'm overlooking his awkwardness. He was pleasant and polite enough. Myself and my wife ordered the Wagyu sirloin which comes with an egg, my wife doesn't like eggs easy and asked for it cooked hard, she was told 'no' cannot do that. The chef won't allow it. I mean, come on! This is not a Michelin star restaurant and nor will it ever be, far from it. If your paying customer wants their egg cooked hard, cook it hard ffs! We insisted that the server at least ask for it to be cooked a little longer so that it's not too runny. The server apparently asked and it was rejected. The sirloin came with no egg. Now the irony here is that my sirloin which did have an egg the way the chef wanted me to have it, was hard! I couldn't believe it. What was all the fuss about. Clearly can't cook an egg to perfection anyway SMH! The sirloin was actually not that good either. It was cooked as I'd asked for 'medium-rare' but was tough and bland. Not terrible, but nothing remarkable. Considering the price, I expected better. We also had: Baby carrots appetizer = just ok, nice presentation, somewhat bland Salmon Pate appetizer = good but salty (best item we had) Wagyu Sirloin = just ok, tough meet and lacking flavor, polenta fries were nice, mushrooms were ok - way overpriced Salmon special = good but bland and overpriced 2 apps, 3 lack luster entrees, 1 beer, 2 glasses of wine and a surly attitude = $195 read more

The food was amazing, the owner and staff were so welcoming. Great vibes and great energy! We'll be back!

This location is sort of cursed. Several restaurants have tried and failed in this spot(2 of them by the same owner). But I think Gravy is here to stay. They have an eclectic menu with good, fresh ingredients. And they have a few special menus. Fridays is wing night with different specialty wings available. Sunday is BBQ with food cooked on the mighty Traeger grill out back. The food is really good and the atmosphere is cheery and homey. They're using a lot of local Vashon product which is great for Vashon and awesome for your taste buds. The only issue I have is that, like most places on Vashon, the service tends toward Island Time. For the Sunday bbq menu with foods that had mostly been pre-cooked it took forever to get our food, the same for our drinks. But the chef brought out the food to apologize for the wait and, I think with the drinks, there was some confusion because our waiter was under 21 and couldn't pour the beer. The pulled pork and ribs were good. The Olive Oil cake, which I always order at restaurants only to be disappointed, was creamy and delicious. It's a great addition to Vashon and they're working hard to make the menu interesting for both locals and tourists which is a hard trick on an Island where locals want solid, fresh food and tourists might want something flashier. read more

Gravy is such a wonderful little gem of a restaurant! Although they're newer to Vashon, I feel it is just what the island needed. Everything from the food to the service was superb. The wedge salad had a bright flavor combo with tarragon dressing and golden beets, the green beans with tahini was smokey and delicious, trifecta burger was as epic as it sounds, and the pasta was perfectly al dente! Not to mention the atmosphere was great for a date night; we were delighted by the open kitchen setting and the patio lights lining the ceiling. Definitely don't pass on a chance to try this place out! read more

Seriously, the best sandwich I've ever had in my life. Absolutely amazing, thank you for serving this sandwich on your menu! read more

Gravy - Smoked Brisket Sandwich - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

What a pleasant surprise! Best veggie burger on the planet! Fantastic French press coffee. We tried 2 different salads- both wonderful. Then, housemade tart cherry pie for dessert. All for about $40. Five stars all the way. And, the staff! read more

This place was ABSOLUTELY delicious! The staff was friendly and welcoming. The red grapefruit mimosas were delicious. The location is perfectly place off the main road in Vashon. Great place for brunch! I will definitely go back when I'm back on the island. read more

Gravy - Sausage and fried egg on grits and the special (poached eggs on meatballs with pesto) - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

We came with a large party with high Hope's and were sadly disappointed. One of our party ordered the avocado salad and it was literally half an avocado with a small peice of smoked salmon. He had to order a second meal. I ordered the vegetarian burger, very dry and lacking flavor. My husband ordered the fried chicken which was the best of the pick, but very dry and salty with a side of dry salty chips. The staff was nice, seated us quickly, but the food underwhelming. read more

We were there for BBQ night. When the food arrived I was immediately transported to Austin Texas. This was every bit as good as one of those places you drive WAY out of your way for in Texas, hoping and praying they don't run out before you get there. The cornbread and greens were spot on. I didn't read up on this place, we just walked in because we're moving back to the island and want to try all the new spots, but I'm guessing someone involved with this place has to be from Texas. I'm thinking hard right now to come up with BBQ on the west coast that's at least as good, and all I can think of is Pinnacle Peak outside Phoenix. It's really rare to find BBQ this good outside Texas. I need to get here on the other nights...might become a regular. read more

I cannot express enough how amazing this place was. The flavor in every dish we had was superb! I had the pasta dish and my mouth is watering just thinking about it. They had the muscles on special and they tasted perfection. My husband had the pork chop and it was so tender and the sauce they used on top was so amazing tasting. The service was also on point. Everyone was so friendly. If you're on the island definitely check this place out (just check the hours before heading by) I can't wait to go back! read more

Gravy - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

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Farm to table perfection with adorable outdoor seating. Our waitress Lindzey was lovely. Best trifecta burger and buttermilk fried chicken we have ever had. Will definitely be returning on our next Vashon adventure! read more

Gravy - Adorable outdoor seating - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

The food here is seasonal and yummy. My sweetie got a seafood-filled bouillbaisse, which came with charred toast. I got the only vegetarian entree-- carrot minti-- like a Turkish ravioli filled with roasted carrots with an olive oil and yogurt zataar sauce and topped with a salad of arugula. The food was delicious, and despite the small space the server was very kind and attentive. The menu reminded us of elevated comfort food and included a chalkboard of specials. I wish they had more vegetarian items, but what we did have was delicious! read more

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Cool decor, our waiter was friendly, and the local beer offered was tasty. Very limited alcohol selection, over priced, and my food was just absolutely terrible. I ordered the seafood risotto and it was just terribly bland. The risotto wasn't cooked thoroughly, and it was $30. There seemed to be zero seasoning, and it was just random canned seafood dumped into the dish. My wife got the fettuccine which was served with arugula mixed into it, which I thought was different. And again, just terribly bland. As I said before though, our waiter was great. read more

Came here for lunch on a Saturday I had the trifecta burger and my partner got the chicken sandwich. Hands down one of the best burgers I've ever had would come back to Vashon for this alone. read more

I went and visited this this over the Memorial Day holiday. I was excited to see a business on this island called "Gravy" I won't lie. I attempted to walk into this establishment about 10 mins before they "officially" opened, the door was wide open mind you and what seemed like a great haired angry older woman shushed me out and told me that they don't open until 4pm!!! Ok, yikes. The food was a bit overpriced for my liking. The wait staff was very helpful and nice and the beverages were good! I also witnessed what looked like an owner or head of staff "older lady again" scold a waitress for not having a table cleaned up fast enough. This woman was clearly not having a good day and was completely rude. I felt bad for the waitress, nobody should have to go through that! Bottom line skip this joint and try something else down the street. read more

Extremely overpriced. If you're not rich, don't even bother coming in to eat. A burger costs 16$ lol. We came in and decided not to eat, and right away the waitresses and the old lady manager all started snickering and laughing because of us not wanting to pay the ridiculous prices. Very unprofessional. Don't waste your time at this place. read more

What a sensational surprise on Vashon Island!! You must get on the ferry right now and go to Gravy. Order the burger and do not ask questions. Oh, and the fried chicken is insanely good. We will be back for the Sunday BBQ. Which is supposed to be even better. I don't how to they can top it. Burger lovers , go to Gravy. You will not regret it! read more

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I very rarely write Yelp reviews, but felt compelled to after our experience at Gravy today. We traveled from Seattle for a Father's Day trip to Vashon, and I was the person who selected Gravy (with my fingers crossed, as I really wanted my father-in-law to have a good day.) We all loved, LOVED the food. Crab cakes? Delicious. The Burger?!? My husband and I are already planning another trip out so we can have another one. The beet salad was also superb. Cody, our server, deserves a special shout-out as he was absolutely fantastic. Super-knowledgable and great personality! Can't wait to go back. read more

Salt and pepper fried shrimp sandwiches are to die for! Tons of deli salad and soup options also. We tried the butternut squash soup and shrimp and avocado salad. So delicious! Highly recommend for lunch if you are in Vashon Island! read more

I'd like to review gravy for their food but in the 4 years I've been coming (weekly) to Vashon the staff has always been rude. Today again I tried for lunch but the hostess was flippant and rude. read more

Not your typical restaurant and not in a good way. The selection is minimal and overpriced. The food is decent but nothing spectacular. They didn't have bbq sauce despite offering brisket and other bbq items. Skip this place unless you're wanting to grab food for a picnic or something. read more

Perfection. Delicious food. Excellent friendly helpful customer service. Cozy atmosphere and great playlist that I want to steal. A small but diverse menu with selection for carnivores, pescatarian, and vegetarians as well. I ate way too much because everything was so scrumptious I could not say no. I highly recommend! Thanks everyone at Gravy for a lovely dinner! read more

Enjoyed a lick-the-plate level dinner here. Chef Dre stayed vigilant in the open kitchen throughout our visit ensuring every plate went out at top standard and serving some himself. The "snack" of flatbread with creme fraiche, foraged greens, and edible flowers stood out as one of a kind. Terrific asparagus salad and a pasta main also delivered terrific flavor that impressed with its freshness. And the burger...well, it's a thing. Chef nailed a meaty combination that oozes umami. His wife Pepa runs the front of house with equally comfortable precision. A must dine in my opinion if you find yourself on Vashon. read more

'Good for Vashon' is the way people describe the offerings there when they are not good, but they're too afraid to be critical where criticism is deserved. Like when you tell your auntie that her creamed corn oyster casserole is delicious, because you don't want to hurt her feelings. Gravy fail to be even 'good for Vashon.' Tired of the DIY decor that can be found at every lame hipster place now and stop serving me water in used whiskey bottles. You can't get those clean. Don't bring me water in them. The menu is a weird cacophony of foods that should never be put in the same dish together. Octopus, chick peas and kale with a cloying, dark mystery sauce. No, just no. So I got a burger which came to me under-cooked and served on an ice cold bun. It's just not good. And anyone who says otherwise has not met good food. read more

Great food! Lots of favor. I had the burger and my boyfriend had the ribs... absolutely fantastic! Paired with a lovely salad and light dressing. The Mac n cheese was rustic, toasty and a perfect bite. Service was beautiful and the atmosphere was relaxing and had a great feel. Our new favorite place! read more

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Just finished the most amazing meal at this gem of a restaurant. Started with a crisp cider and hubby got a local IPA that he enjoyed so much he had a second! And he is an IPA snob so that is saying something. I had the steak frites and he had the trifecta burger. Both were amazing. Ended with a shared flourless chocolate cake that was amazing and dusted with salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Will come here again! read more

Loved the ambiance and food was great. Especially the chocolate tort dessert drizzled in olive oil and sea salt. read more

Gravy - New American Near Me - Vashon, Washington

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Mmmmm...gravy!! Chef Dre is the bomb! This is comfort food at its best! Highly recommend!! Everything is good here and made with love

Our 2nd time here and it was just as delightful as the first! So happy to make it to bbq Sunday! Started with the wedge and smoked trout salad, both had great balance and amazing house made dressings. Shared the combo plate and ribs and pulled pork was to die for...I'm still dreaming of the Mac salad! The staff was a perfect mix of attentive and relaxed. Can't wait to go back! read more

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My husband and I recently celebrated my birthday on Vashon Island. For the past ten years we have been vacationing at https://cottageparadise.com and have seen many changes in restaurants. We were getting pretty tired of the Hardware Store Restaurant, which can be a hit or miss, depending on the chef. Every once in awhile you come across a restaurant that you can't wait to go back to. That is what Gravy's is like. I love a restaurant that switches up the menu and offers really good wines by the glass, and not just the normal boring chardonnay. We plan to keep coming to Vashon for another ten years and i have a feeling that like someone else said here, Gravy's is here to stay. We certainly hope so! read more

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At VI for a wedding and also our first visit to the island. Dropped into Gravy w/o reservation on an August Friday night. We couldn't have been more warmly welcomed by the hostess. They arranged a table in about 15 min and got us a drink while waiting. The smells were amazing only to be outdone by the flavors of our meals. I had albacore tuna special and my wife the fresh coho. I am not a big fish eater but do like tuna when done properly. I was not disappointed. My wife dish was superb. The server was very attentive and her timing was great. We had a very tasty and relaxing evening. The prices for Vashon are reasonable. For such fine food, I would have expected higher (not that I would advocate an increase). All in all a great find. read more

OMG, how to review Gravy? An insanely creative chef making french-southern-eclectic delights in a cozy and intimate restaurant? The locally-sourced fresh vegetables that are cooked to perfection? The new fall menu that has to be tasted to be believed? The Sunday barbeque that is the perfect home cooking? Gravy is worth a trip to Vashon all on it's own. Go on a Friday and have the unique wings (different every Friday) as an appetizer and then one of the succulent main courses to finish. Sit at the counter and watch Dre (chef and co-owner) carefully create amazing meals. read more