Very nice little restaurant and bar. The interior looks new. The bar holds a half dozen seats with…read morea couple of high-tops along the back wall. Several dining tables are available inside and it looks like outdoor seating is available in nice weather. A few parking spots are available by the entrance with most off to the side of the building. On the day of our visit the bartender was holding down the fort, but as it was half an hour past opening and no one was there, it wasn't a taxing job. We chatted a bit and found game days often see a big crowd here. Depending on the time of the game. (Black Diamond is a bit of a sleepy town.) Full bar includes wine and several draft beer options. Check their web page for Happy Hour specials and Trivia night info. The menu offers a variety of food option. A few Polish food choices along with other items such as hotdogs, wings, calamari, burgers, chicken Ceasar salad, etc. This is a very nice venue. The bartender was pleasant and very easy to chat with. They even suggested some sightseeing and hiking options we may like nearby. The food quality was good and the restaurant clean.

HOLY BLUE RIBBON BOVINES! Let me tell you about The Vault Taphouse & Beer Garden, where the beer is…read morejudged more rigorously than a prize Holstein at the International Dairy Expo! I sauntered in like a champion heifer entering the show ring, only to find the bar manager evaluating tap lines with the same precision as a certified livestock judge at the World Dairy Expo. The draft list is organized by breed characteristics - I mean, beer styles - with scoring cards that would make the American Dairy Science Association blush. The head bartender, a former 4-H Grand Champion (dairy cattle division), approaches each pour with the same dedication she once showed while preparing her prize-winning Jersey for the Supreme Champion competition. She inspects each glass with the thoroughness of a udder examination at the World Beef Expo. Their flight paddle, "The Grand Champion," arrives presented on a bed of cedar shavings (food-grade, obviously) that would make any show barn proud. Each beer is scored on a point system suspiciously similar to the Holstein Association USA's Linear Classification Program - with categories like "Body Depth" and "Dairy Form" replaced with "Head Retention" and "Hop Expression." The beer garden has been sectioned off like a livestock pavilion, with different areas designated for various beer styles. I witnessed a heated debate about proper beer classification that rivaled the intensity of the Brown Swiss Canton Show's judge's deliberation. A grizzled regular, known only as "The Cattle Whisperer," holds court at the corner table, evaluating each patron's beer selection like he's judging dairy cow confirmation. "Nice topline on that IPA," he'll mutter while taking detailed notes in what appears to be an official American Angus Association scorecard. Monthly "Show & Tell" competitions require customers to present their beers with the same poise and professionalism as a youth showmanship class. Points are deducted for improper hand position on the glass and failure to maintain eye contact with the judge. Five stars? Please. This place earns the Supreme Champion banner and Best of Show rosette! P.S. If you hear someone shout "SWITCH LEADS!" they're not talking about show ring directions - it's actually the signal for a tap rotation. The staff performs the change with the coordinated precision of a champion dairy fitting team. P.P.S. The bathroom keys are attached to show halters, and you must demonstrate proper showmanship techniques to be deemed worthy. The bouncer is a certified livestock judge, and he's not impressed by your amateur handling skills. P.P.P.S. Legend says that on competition nights, the ghost of a legendary dairy cattle judge appears to evaluate the beer selection. Flights have been found mysteriously rearranged in perfect showmanship formation. P.P.P.P.S. Their specialty cask ale program has won more ribbons than a champion Guernsey at the World Dairy Expo, and they display them with the same pride as a multi-generational dairy farm's trophy case.

We really enjoyed our first time here - set in a home turned restaurant the setting really has a…read morehome town/small town feel. The service was friendly and helpful, despite being very busy - the recommended of the pumpkin cheesecake made the night (it was amazing!!). I had the Top Sirloin with veggies - cooked to perfection and was just delicious, one of the best I've had anywhere. Wife and kids loved their meals too. Place is great and we will be back!!

The food was fresh and very tasty, the servers are personable and fun and the restaurant itself is…read moresmall but very lively! My husband is Italian and from New York and he loves the authenticity. This is our new favorite Italian restaurant bar none!! It is definitely worth the drive from Kent east hill!!

**Lumber House Brewery: A Masterpiece of Craft Brewing--But Let's Talk About the Concrete Elephant…read morein the Room** Lumber House Brewery is not just **good**--it is a **revelation**, a divine temple of hops and barley, a sanctuary where beer enthusiasts gather to worship at the altar of pure, liquid perfection. The brews here? **Impeccable.** The balance of flavors, the craftsmanship, the sheer dedication poured into every pint--this is the kind of beer that **rewires your brain chemistry**, rendering all lesser beverages obsolete. The food? **Legendary.** A burger so impossibly juicy it deserves its own Netflix documentary. Fries that crunch with a level of precision that suggests **some sort of alchemical wizardry is at play**. Each dish is not just **prepared**--it is **engineered**, designed for maximum indulgence and unrestrained joy. The staff? **Incredible.** Friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about their craft. Every conversation with them feels like a TED Talk on the art of brewing, and yet **somehow more engaging**. And yet--**AND YET**--let us address the single most inexplicable contradiction in human history: **LUMBER HOUSE BREWERY IS LOCATED IN A CONCRETE TILT-UP BUILDING.** Read that again. Slowly. Let it sink in. Lumber House Brewery--the very name **evokes images of rustic timber lodges**, cozy wood-paneled beer halls, the scent of sawdust mingling with the comforting aroma of freshly poured stouts. You hear "Lumber House," and you **expect** beams, planks, a structure that whispers of heritage, craftsmanship, and the sturdy embrace of dimensional lumber. But no. **Concrete.** Gray, impersonal, **unapologetically industrial concrete**. Tilted up like some sort of affront to the very concept of its name. It is an irony so stark, so **mercilessly hilarious**, that one cannot help but admire the sheer audacity of it. This is not just **a choice**--this is a **statement**, a deliberate defiance of expectations, an architectural plot twist so profound it rivals the greatest mysteries of our time. Could they have constructed a grand wooden brewery, rich in timber and nostalgic warmth? Absolutely. But instead, they **rebelled**. They chose strength over sentiment, functionality over theme, and in doing so, they **cemented--literally and figuratively--their place in history**. And somehow? **It works.** So go. Step into Lumber House Brewery's **glorious contradiction**, revel in the fact that **despite its lack of lumber**, it delivers one of the **most unforgettable** brewery experiences imaginable. Five stars. And a **moment of stunned silence for the irony**.

Second time here and both times it's been after a hike. They are located in the back of a…read morerelatively unassuming business center with plenty of parking. It's not a huge place but they have plenty of seating and comfortable brewery ambiance. Food and beer is ordered at the bar and they bring the food to wherever you're sitting. We were on a bit of time crunch and just grabbed seats at the bar. Since it was an in between meal period, they weren't super busy which was perfect. We both ordered the burger special which was a bacon bleu burger which comes with waffle fries. The waffles fries are fantastic, and an underrated fry choice, IMO. They were hot and crispy. Burgers were loaded but the knock on them was that they were over cooked for both my wife and I, while also being small compared to the bun. Overall, the flavor was still good and along with good beers (we got the Kolsch & Pale Ale) it was a 4 star experience. When we were getting ready to leave, a guy at the end of the bar received his pretzel order and it looked delicious. Will definitely come back and try that next time!

Nice view on a beautiful day. Staff friendly good food and portions. Burgers were $18 with fries…read more Food was good and place was nice. I

I used to love this place so much!!! Sad to see 6 servers standing around at 6pm, talking about…read moretheir boyfriend drama and not helping the bartender. Young girls just worried about their daily life, not caring about the customers....which is what they are getting paid for, right?

The burgers here are pretty good! I ordered a regular bacon cheeseburger with fries. I called my…read moreorder in around noon on a Friday and it was ready within 10min. Sadly they did not have any fry sauce (only ketchup) which I thought was kinda odd. The burger ratio was tasty, crunchy, just enough sauce and all around good. Not great, but a solid 7/10. The burger was on the smaller side of what I expected for $16.50. But I do know food prices have increased so I don't blame them too much. And the envelope size of fries seemed a bit small too. Crinkle cut. Overall I'd like to try their teriyaki next time I visit here.

Always a go to for one of those busy nights where you're starving but don't wanna cook. Service is…read morealways great, and the food is good. My daughter loves the mushroom burger and always get's it. Casual dining and a sports game is always on.

So lucky to have found this place. While we have only visited for breakfast, I can imagine their…read morelunch and dinner options are great. The restaurant is in an old style building and the interior is a large space, with great views of Mt Rainier if you are lucky to go on a clear day. The staff are friendly, and pretty good at taking orders as quick as they can. The menu is plentiful, so there is going to be something you enjoy. We have had a variety of options, but the pancake breakfast and the French toast have been my favorite. The omelette is wonderful as well, but the portions are fantastic for the prices. They do coffee refills and use a tasty drip coffee. They also offer a complimentary peaches and mini muffin while you wait! The bakery right next door is delightful, there is always a great range of baked goods. This place is a treat and I hope it stays consistent because it's a great treasure! There is lots of parking available anytime we visit.

Had late breakfast with a fellow diner a few days ago. I ordered French toast made with the…read morecinnamon raisin bread. Menu claims three thick slices, but I didn't realize one of the slices would be the heel, which was quite tough. Companion ordered the combo with French toast, egg and bacon. The egg was barely cooked despite asking for over medium. The bacon was neither crisp nor flaccid, but somewhat in between, meaning it was so chewy it was nearly inedible. I hope this was a one-off disappointment, but we will definitely not be returning.

We were out running errands in Maple Valley and decided to stop into Hops n Drops since we've had…read moregood experiences at other locations--and this one didn't disappoint. Right off the bat, the hostess stood out. She was genuinely engaging and welcoming (wish I had caught her name), and we were seated immediately in the bar area. It was a little past the lunch rush--around 2 PM--so it was nice and relaxed, which made for a comfortable, easygoing vibe. We went back and forth trying to beat the lunch cutoff or just lean into the happy hour menu, and ended up doing a bit of both. We split a Caesar salad, which was fresh and really well done. For the main, we had the bacon avocado chicken wrap with tots--great flavor, definitely a solid choice. The only knock was the tots were a little on the cooling-off side and didn't quite hit the mark... although I still managed to finish them. To drink, I went with a Sky Kraken Pale Ale, which was excellent (and yes, there's photo evidence). Hey I'm retired now, I can drink at lunch! Overall, really enjoyable stop--good food, great service, and a laid-back atmosphere. We'd absolutely come back again. Solid 4 stars.

My friends I was visiting over the weekend brought me here for dinner on my first night in…read moreWashington State! Spacious and fun atmosphere, where families and friends can grab drinks and a good meal! Their appetizer- cheese dip and chips were delicious and a great start to kick off our meal. They had very interesting drink choices along with many of their beer options...I had to try one of their interesting drinks that tasted like pina colada martini- Dole Whiptiini! Their fries were battered crisp to perfection, the potato salad had all the picnic potato salad taste- flavor balanced perfectly in each bite, and my French dip sandwich was hearty with a delicious sauce to dip in. Would love to return with my family when we visit our friends again in the future!

Probably the best fine dining establishment in the Maple Valley area. Steaks are fantastic and many…read moreof which are modestly priced for steakhouse grade food. Wine selection is alright and usually does not disappoint, but they could probably branch out more too. Cocktails are great and their famous tostadas with refried beans and fire roasted salsa served in a molcajete are delicious alternative to chips and salsa. Wish they would just open up for Monday, Tuesday since it's too busy the other days.

The steak and service alone deserve 5 stars alone. The deduction comes from the variability between…read moreother dishes over two visits. The Vacio wagyu is always perfectly tender, and continually warmed on the hot stone with its accompanying salt and chimichurri. That item alone makes me go out of my way to fulfill a craving. An honorable mention goes to their complimentary refried bean tostadas, which is very underrated. The loaded Papa Loca potato is large for sharing, perfectly baked the first time, but underbaked/too starchy the second time. The mushrooms aren't special enough with just a coating of cheese and an unappetizing heavy hand of red pepper flake coating. My toddler honestly has a palate for good burgers, but his dislike was mutual; tasting it it out of curiosity, the wagyu cheeseburger needed more flavor, while the fries seemed over-cooked in old oil. The first time on a weekday, everything seemed great. The second time around for a busy Mother's Day weekend, it just seemed everything was rushed, especially the food preparation.

We love this place, especially Shauna, the bartender. She's amazing! But, could someone please put…read moresome blinds in the entry doors. On the days it is sunny, there are no options for blocking the sun. Us PNW people need the option of a little less sun in our eyes! Especially Shauna, who is taking care of us!

I've never eaten here before or if I have I don't remember. I ordered breakfast and that's not the…read moreissue. The issue is what you use for your breakfast doesn't correlate what you charge I ordered chicken and waffles, eggs, scrambled, and two orders of grits The whole order came out to about almost $50 I understand that the price of goods have gone up, but if you're going to charge people more than use fresh products or better product products the fact that you're charging over 6 dollars for grits that are literally the packet grits not even instant grits which you can't even tell their instant but you guys are charging that for a packet of grits so I paid $12 for the Quaker oats packet grits, which is insane The waffle was undercooked, and the chicken was cooked well but as dry as all get out. I did eat the eggs so that's the only win! I get it. I totally do, but it is super insane and I am livid about the grits as a southerner to sell people packet grits for that much is basically robbery. One order pays for literally a box of them or two boxes. I'm so disappointed.

Well, it's back! After being closed for nearly 4 months, The Pla-Mor is alive and well. The front…read moreof the house has not changed. But what is coming out of the newly remodeled kitchen is fabulous. Same friendly, welcoming staff. Killer drinks, (no Ginger Beer - WHAT?!?!?). No Dark and Stormy's but the Margaritas were amazing. You should check it out! Worth the drive.

I'd give the Pla-Mor 4.5 stars but Yelp is gonna make me round up. This place is a fixture in the…read morecommunity. I remember sitting in the back of my parents car as a child driving by this place, and seeing the sign in the window that said "live piranha". They still have piranha. This is one of Washington's best dive bars. The service is always good. The drinks are always strong and served at a fair price. The food is outstanding and also reasonably priced. Come by and try your luck at some pool tabs or come in for the prime rib, special. Taco Tuesday's is really good! Play some golden tee golf and listen to some great tunes or just chat it up with the locals. This place oozes personality! You might even catch some of the personalities from TVs hit show Deadliest Catch.