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    May Kitchen & Bar

    4.4 (332 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Kai Jeow Grapao omelette
    Austin P.

    Living on Vashon has its challenges, like being at the mercy of a ferry system that continues to become less and less reliable. But we're spoiled because we have the best Thai restaurant in the area. We've come here numerous times -- by ourselves, with out-of-town guests, and we've even lured local friends onto the island with the promise of incredible Thai food. And nobody has ever been disappointed. The dishes are packed with so much flavor and the service is fantastic. Some favorites: Yum makua (starter; fried eggplant) Grapao and kaidao (main; basil fried rice) Gaeng faak thong (main; kabocha squash curry) Gaeng khaio waan (main; green curry) Phad makua (main; similar to the yum makua) Phad Thai (it sounds basic, but their presentation of it really elevates the dish!) They've started offering a Sunday brunch, which is also outstanding.

    Clean ladies restroom with lots of mirrors
    Babette C.

    Came here for an early dinner so we were able to walk in. Unfortunately the young man at check in sat us at a high table top. When I asked for a shorter table, he said we'd have to wait another hour and a half, so we sucked it up and I was about to give my elderly mother a leg up. to vault onto the high chair when a manager saw what we were doing and she insisted on getting us a low table. She talked to the check in guy (hopefully to tell him that you can't endanger the elderly by making them vault onto a high chair) and then had a just emptied table cleaned for us. Thank you, manager for being mindful and seeing that a disaster was waiting to happen. Mom picked the Pad Thai and I ordered the Pad See Ew. I thought my dish was the sweetest Pad See Ew i'd ever had, but it was good. Our waitress, Calliope was very friendly and when she brought my mom's Pad thai out, she assembled it table side, explaining why each component wa there and how it functioned in the dish. We weren't expecting a show, but that felt really fancy. We also had live entertainment- a guitarist playing some light favorites. We'd heard such great things about this restaurant and they definitely lived up to the reputation. I'd be giving them five stars if not for the awkwardness with the high table top and chairs earlier, but I'll definitely be happy to give them another try.

    PHAD PHED GAENG DANG
    Jordan O.

    Spent the day on Vashon visiting my partners family. Stopped in for dinner here. Ambiance - heavy curtains are put up to keep the restaurant dark and vibey. A lot of wood with some Thai touches all over, no complaints. Food - We started with the pork satay. The Pork was a little dry but the flavor was delicious. The sauce was amazing and even the cucumber salad on the side was a nice pairing and so refreshing. My partner ordered the pad see iew. She enjoyed it but said, it was nothing special and could have been spicier. I liked it. I had the PHAD PHED GAENG DANG which is basically a spicy curry with chicken. It was delicious, could have been spicier but overall the flavor was nice. Why 2 stars? Service. Just bad. We were seated right away and came just after opening. Took a minute for our waitress to come by, but when she did we gave our drink orders and needed to review the menu more. We didn't see her for 15 minutes and when she came back she still didn't have our drinks. We put in our order, about 30 MINUTES later we got our drink and appetizer. It took another 30-45 minutes for us to get our entrees. If you're keeping track, that's an HOUR+ from placing our order, to us getting our food. During this time we saw other tables seated, served and checked out, plenty of to-go orders going out the door while we were still waiting for our food. Not even a check in. Safe to say we won't be back. Horrible service.

    This drink is overwhelmed by a huge brick of ice and a lack of much else
    Michael C.

    Very good, almost great. We ordered old fashioned cocktails, papia taud (spring rolls), thom ka soup, and red curry with prawns. The food was excellent, really nice flavors and nuances. Everything was amazing. My only desire (food-wise) was to have a bit more spice (or the option, none was given when we ordered). The drinks were disappointing. Our old fashioned drinks were very watery and lacked the whisky burn and flavor profiles one expects from a decent old fashion. Each cocktail had a huge brick of ice---so big I could barley sip the cocktail without the huge ice brick blocking the alcohol from reaching my lips. I wish the cocktails had the nuance and subtle complexity that was given to the food---that would have bumped May Kitchen and Bar to a 5 star review. I would definitely go back for the food. The ambiance was lovely too, it's a really nice space.

    Mushroom and cheese omelet
    Alexis Andrea N.

    Turns out, May was the only appropriate restaurant to enjoy my first Thai brunch. I mean outside of Thailand that is! And it was perfect! Super cozy brunch with lots of yummy menu items! The top for me was the son in law eggs! Crispy fried (what seemed like hard boiled) eggs with fresh cilantro and beautiful tamarind sauce. The mushroom and cheese omelet was stellar and everyone was raving about the khao Tom soup! I loved that they had lychee mimosas. The donuts were served with bright green pandan custard which was a beautiful aesthetic to complement the colors of the restaurant and as a bonus, tasted like fruity pebbles! The cherry on top was the sweet service. Don't sleep on their brunch folks!

    Fried watercress
    Samavi A.

    This was such a great find while we were visiting Vashon Island! They don't open until 4pm for dinner. We ordered the fried watercress and shrimp for appetizers. The watercress was incredible. We also ordered the Tom Kha soup which was super creamy and flavorful. It was a different twist on the soup but still with the classic flavors. We also got the green curry with shrimp which was super tasty! Our server Suzy was the sweetest she surprised our mom with a delicious birthday dessert! Such an incredible experience!

    Jessica K.

    Never again. I am not sure what this is in their pad Thai and neither did my friend who owns a Thai restaurant in DC and VA. I have been eating Thai food for years i. All different cities ... and have never seen anything like it in my food. It was absolutely disgusting to the point I threw up picking it out of the food.i am trying to attach photos but they seem to disappear with the review. It looks like worms or scales.

    Kaow Phad Sapporad (Pineapple curry fried rice)

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    Food, service and ambience were amazing! Highly recommend. Well worth the trip to the Island.

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    Excellent food and service, excellent ambience with some extremely good seating options

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    Ask the Community - May Kitchen & Bar

    Do you have to have reservations to get a table?

    No tables (or the bar for that matter) are saved specifically for walk-ins. Although spontaneous walk-ins are loved and accepted, due to this fact, if you plan to go on one of the busier nights, reservations are definitely recommended!

    Any gluten free options available? How do you deal with cross contamination?

    The great majority of the menu is either already gluten free, or can be easily made gluten free! Due to the small size of the kitchen, the same fryer must be used for all foods, including both glutenous and non-glutenous ingredients. However, save… Read more

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    Who knew such good Italian food can be found on an island! We were so surprised with how delicious…read moreeverything was!! We ordered inside but sat outside...and outdoor seating galore! It was super cute!! It felt like we were at an outdoor wedding reception. It was just so surprisingly spacious and cozy outside. The pastas were wonderfully delicious. Perfectly cooked pasta with bold flavors. We got their risotto special and oh my gosh, was it ever so flavorful and full of different textures. Crispy, salty cubes of guanciale; the veggie broth-infused, perfectly al dente risotto; and the creamy mildness of the mascarpone made for perfect bites of pure yum! And that Caesar salad...sooooo yummy! Each bite was like biting into a cloud of goodness. The soft, freshly grated parm was so delightful. And the lemon zest just put it over the edge! One of the best Caesar salads I've had. Quick and friendly service! It was busy but our food came out quickly. It just felt like a fun, rustic, and quaint dinner experience. We want to come back for more the next time we visit Vashon!!

    If you can cross that water, then your belly will thank you. I have been here a few times. I even…read morebrought my students from the Bay Area to try this place! And yes, the 16-hour, two-day drive was worth it. The pizza comes out hot and ready. The cooks use that authentic pizza oven, which you can see it in action as soon as you walk into the joint. All the pizza is made with real meat, real dough and real cheese---nothing tastes frozen. Let that sink in for a minute. Then get ready to sink your teeth in. Cheesy, I know. There is communal outdoor seating, nice for a small meetup or 7 hungry teenagers. Great spot! A little slice of paradise on an island. Teacher-approved.

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    The Hardware Store keeps getting better. The refreshed space and menu feel perfect--modern but…read morestill 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!

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    The Hardware Store - Artwork filled hallway to outdoor seating & restrooms (7/15/23)

    Artwork filled hallway to outdoor seating & restrooms (7/15/23)

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    Trying the Eggs Benedict w/breakfast potatoes. Spot on poached eggs! ($24, 3/9/25)

    The Hardware Store - My view seated at the bar (3/9/25)

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    My view seated at the bar (3/9/25)

    The Quarterdeck - Breakfast Sandwich!!

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    A perfect place for listening to live music, seated in some lawn chairs sipping some wine, beer or…read moresparkle. We came by after happy hour at Anthony's and listened to a live set of great music. The place was packed, but everyone is friendly and was willing to share their table with us. We had a great time and I strongly recommend coming by the Quarterdeck to chill and listen to live music. Can't believe it took me 20 years of living in Seattle to find this place. So, don't repeat my mistake.

    Quarterdeck is what I like to call a "come for the vibes, stay for the drinks, eat... somewhere…read moreelse" kind of place. I stopped by while visiting Seattle and while the food situation was a bit chaotic (they had rotating menus because they were out of a few items), I ended up ordering a kimchi-inspired sandwich that I wanted to love...but it just didn't do it for me. Not inedible, maybe a 2/5, but I'd definitely try something else next time. My friend ordered what I think was the Garden Harvest Wrap (a staple on the menu), and that was more of a 3/5. Both dishes were served cold (intentionally), which I think made a difference, I could totally see them being much better if they were warm. Now let's talk about what is worth it: the mimosa flight. SO good. Like dangerously easy to sit there, sip through all of them, and forget any minor food disappointments. But honestly, the real star here is the ambiance. You're right on the water with the most effortless, breezy, coastal energy. Boats drifting by, sun hitting just right, people lingering over drinks--it's giving main character energy in the best way. I found myself wanting to stay way longer than planned and even doing some work while there. This is absolutely a spot I'd come back to, just with a strategy: eat before or after, and come here to sip, sit by the water, and take a little walk on the dock. 5 stars for the vibes alone

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    The Quarterdeck - The tent

    The tent

    The Quarterdeck - Garden harvest wrap & Kimchi inspired sandwich & Mimosa flight

    Garden harvest wrap & Kimchi inspired sandwich & Mimosa flight

    The Quarterdeck - View from the Quarterdeck

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    View from the Quarterdeck

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