Local Favorites
Aversano’s
Insider: This is the classic pizza & Italian restaurant with an old-fashioned wood bar that was built in 1897 by the Brunswisk-Balke-Collender Company in Alabama, shipped around South American’s Cape Horn and was first installed in Seattle’s Mecca Saloon in 1915.
Open: Sunday – Thursday 11 am – 9 pm, Friday – Saturday 11 am – 10 pm
6015 Parker Road – 253-863-3618 – www.aversanos.com
Bigfoot Java
Insider: Bigfoot Java serves Dillanos Coffee, roasted right here in Sumner for the ultimate, local cup of joe!
Open: 24 hours (drive-through)
13640 24th St E
Brank’s BBQ
Insider: Back in the ’80s, Charlie Brank loved experimenting with BBQ. He would repurpose old refrigerators and 80-gallon drums as fire boxes to hone his masterpiece recipes. The methods may be a bit more normal now, but the BBQ is still Charlie’s specialty.
Open: Mon-Saturday 10:30 am – 8:30 pm
13701 24th Street E, Suite A1 – 253-891-1789 – www.branksbbq.com
Buttered Biscuit
Insider: Famous for their corn-bread and generous portions, this is routinely designated one of the Best in the Northwest by Seattle media.
Open: Everyday 6 am – 8 pm
1014 North Street – 253-826-6099
Castle Perk Espresso
Insider: This charming drive-through coffee stand is like no other. After all, it’s owned by the the nearby Washington Tile & Marble!
Open: 4:30 am – 6:30 pm
1008 Zehnder Street – 253- 891-7273
Craft.19 Espresso & Creperie
Insider: Using Sumner’s own Dillanos Coffee and specialty milk, this is upscale coffee at its best. Sweet and savory crepes offer a variety of culinary adventures.
Open: Everyday 8 am – 5 pm
1201 Main Street – www.craft19coffee.com
Dixie’s Home Cookin’
Insider:Their rhubarb pie has a delicious crumb crust and their generous portions fuel an entire day of fun.
Open: Monday-Tuesday 7 am – 3 pm, Wednesday-Saturday 7 am – 8 pm, Sunday 7 am – 2 pm
15717 Main Street E – 253-863-0111 – www.dixieshomecookin.net
Dragon Ball Restaurant
Insider: This traditional take on classic Chinese food is a favorite for many who find a gem hidden inside.
Open: Sunday-Tuesday 1-9 pm, Wednesday-Saturday 11 am – 10 pm
15609 Main Street – 253-891-1328
El Charro
Insider: This is a colorful, traditional Mexican restaurant with lots of options for the whole family.
Open: Sunday-Thursday 11 am – 9 pm, Friday-Saturday 11 am – 10 pm
15422 Main Street – 253-863-5600
Electric Coffee House
Insider: Coffee and more… plus a drive thru for a cup of joe on the go!
Open: Monday- Friday 4:30 am – 5 pm, Saturday-Sunday 6 am – 5 pm
Farrelli’s Wood Fire Pizza
Insider: Artisan pizza cooked on stone in a wood flame gives the pizzas great flavor while Sumner’s friendly atmosphere is perfect for large and small parties. Bar area has lots of TV screens to catch up on latest sports.
Open: Sunday – Thursday 11 am – midnight, Friday – Saturday 11 am – 2 am
15007 Main Street – 253-447-2227 – www.farrellispizza.com
Half Lion Brewing
Insider: This tap room is constructed of recycled lumber, old saw blades and shipping containers – real, hard working materials that compliment Half Lion’s real beer. Although a tasting room, they often partner with local food trucks. Check their website for updates.
Open: Tues-Thurs 2pm-9pm, Friday 2pm-10pm, Sat 1pm-10pm, Sunday 1pm-7pm
1723 W Valley Hwy E #101 | Sumner, WA 98390 – (253) 750-4479 – www.halflion.com
Homestead Brew
Insider: This has to be one of the cutest coffee stands with space to eat outside. Features hot dogs too! Located in the McLendon Hardware parking lot.
1111 Fryar Ave – 253-
Main Street Dairy Freeze
Insider: Hop back into time to the classic corner hamburger stand with shakes, fries and all the fixin’s. When rhubarb is fresh from the fields, they offer rhubarb milkshakes!
Open: 10 am – 10 pm
1402 Main Street – 253-863-8010
Hometown Charm Café
Open: 7 am – 3 pm
1012 Main Street – (253) 987-7633
Modoo 2 Teriyaki
Insider: Enjoy classic teriyaki dishes served quick and hot in this storefront restaurant.
15127 Main Street – 253-826-7905
Mustardseed Market & Deli
Insider: Right off the 24th Street Exit for Highway 167, this is a great option for good food on the go!
2320 136th Avenue – 253-863-9915
Rivers Edge Café
Insider: Located near The Old Cannery, this is a great spot for a quick cup of coffee or a longer linger with delicious sandwiches. Includes a drive-through.
Open: 6 am – 7 pm
13624 Valley Ave E – 253-
Sumner Café
Insider: This “simple sandwich shop” features great homemade soups, salads, sandwiches and, of course, when in season, a killer rhubarb crisp that’s worth a detour.
Open: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
909 Alder Avenue – 253-987-5402
Schafer’s Bar & Grill
Insider: This traditional bar & grill likes to feature “Great People Great Food Great Beer”
Open: Monday – Friday 11 am – 2 am, Saturday – Sunday 8 am – 2am
16202 64th Street E – 253-863-5553 – www.schafersbarandgrill.com
Secret Garden Tea Room & Gift Shop
Insider: Set in a picture-perfect historic mansion, the tea room offers both elegant tea and filling lunches. They even offer Sumner Valley Rhubarb Pie Tea!
Open: Wednesday-Sunday 10 am – 4 pm, Gift Shop until 5 pm
1711 Elm Street E – 253-826-4479 – www.sgtea.com
Sorci’s Café
Insider: Think Roma while enjoying tasty pasta and pizza dishes in an Italian bistro atmosphere. For warm days, there’s beautiful outdoor garden dining.
Open: Sunday-Wednesday, 11:30 am – 8 pm; Thursday-Saturday 11:30 am – 9 pm
1012 Ryan Avenue – 253-891-8400 – www.sorcisitaliancafe.com
Stuck Junction Saloon
Insider: Celebrate Sumner’s original name with great pub food, local brews and lots of televisions showing the latest games.
Open: Sunday-Wednesday 11 am – midnight; Thursday-Saturday 11 am – 2 am
1005 Main Street – 253-826-4408
Teriyaki House
Insider: The name says it all! This former house now serves up good teriyaki dishes for dine-in or take-out.
Open: Monday-Friday 10:30 am – 8 pm
1012 Wood Avenue – 253-863-8410
Trackside Pizza
Insider: People travel for miles for this fresh, artisan pizza with a charming downtown vibe plus outdoor seating right on Main Street. Eat in, take out or order for delivery!
Open: Everyday 11 am – 10 pm
1114 Main Street – 253-750-3187 – www.pizzatrackside.com
Urban Timber
Insider: Enjoy a true Northwest vibe with coffee, spirits and food. Coffee, wine and beer? Plus art, live music and more!
Open: 5 am – 9 pm
6621 166th Ave E – 253-719-8961 – www.urbantimbercoffee.com
Windmill Bistro
Insider: Elegant dining with Northwest bistro food either in a historic house or outdoors in glorious Windmill Gardens.
Open: Monday-Tuesday 11 am – 3 pm; Wednesday-Friday 11 am – 8 pm; Saturday 8:30 am – 8 pm; Sunday 8:30 am – 3 pm
16009 60th Street E – 253-863-7897 – www.windmillbistro.com
Yeti Yogurt
Insider: This is froyo done the Northwest way. Partnership with Big Foot Java leads to exclusive coffee flavors!
Open: noon – 10 pm
15127 Main St E – 253-447-7057 – www.yetiyogurt.com
National Favorites
In addition, Sumner has a variety of fast-food chains, including your favorites!
Baskin-Robbins
Open: 11 am – 10 pm
1201 Valley Avenue E – 253-891-3103
Domino’s Pizza
Open: Delivery Sun – Thurs 9:30 am – 12:00, Fri -Sat 9:30 am – 1:00 am; Carryout 9:30 am – 10:00 pm
15127 Main St E – 253-299-8488
Jack in the Box
Open: 24 hours
827 Valley Avenue – 253-863-1698
Jimmie John’s
Open: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
15005 Main St E – 253-863-9999
Little Caeser’s Pizza
Open: Sunday-Thursday 10 am – 10 pm; Friday-Saturday 10 am – 11 pm
15105 Main St E – 253-826-1100
McDonald’s
Open: Lobby 6 am – 11 pm, Drive-Through 5 am – 11 pm
1906 Main Street – 253-891-0198
Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N Bake Pizza
Open: Sunday-Thursday 10 am – 9 pm; Friday-Saturday 10 am – 10 pm
1201 Valley Avenue – 253-826-0112
Starbucks
15005 Main St E – 253-863-9256, open Mon-Fri 4:30 am – 8 pm, Sat 5:30 am – 8 pm, Sun 6 am – 6 pm
1201 Valley Avenue E (inside Fred Meyer) -253-826-8400, open 7 am – 7 pm
Subway
1907 Main Street – 253-863-6906, open 6 am – 2 am
13704 24th Street – 253-863-9710, open 24 hours
