The Historic Mint Restaurant & Alehouse

Food was good. Did not have to wait too long for a seat. Popular restaurant and staff were nice.

While The Mint Restaurant & Alehouse was founded in 1906 and re-opened in 2013, my first visit was today, Wednesday 2 August 2023, so I am a bit of a late comer as a 1990s-born Washingtonian. The street parking around the restaurant was 2 to 3 hour parking and I did not have trouble finding an open spot a couple streets away.

A hostess greeted me at my entry and I was served by a friendly waitress. I got a table towards the front of the restaurant to myself, I was a solo diner. After first taking a seat with my back to the window, I repositioned myself choosing a stool facing the entrance of the restaurant. I enjoyed this view as I could see out the front window and watch what was going on in the town of Enumclaw from my field of view. Quiet music played in the background and did not overpower my audial experience.

For my food and drink, I got water and the Mint's cheeseburger with fries. The cheeseburger came with a white cheddar cheese I enjoyed. None of the toppings, nor the patty nor the bun were too thick. The burger sauce (a smoky mayo) was subtle, but tastable. The fries were crisp with a warm and fluffy interior. I finished it all in one go and found I was not overly full.

Had to ask the young waitress for essential things (cutlery, water, condiments) a few times. She seemed very distracted.
She filled up my husbands water, but not mine. Had to ask other servers for things. It wasn't that busy, so I don't know what was going on.

Food was just oh k. The wings was hot and crunchy it was good, we asked for the hot sauce on the side. I really liked that hot sauce. The only thing i liked on my order was the sauted garlic veggies that came with the pork chop. it also came with some sort of potatoes cheese pancake situation. THEY REALLY NEED TO GET RID OF THAT!! Drinks are ok, good selection of beers.

Manager was really nice and took off my pork-chop off the bill, due to an incident at our table.

1star for server
2.5 stars for food
5 star for manager who checked on us

This is a great spot to stop by for a bite after a long day hiking in Mt Rainier. The staff are friendly and helpful to accommodate meals for vegetarian or vegan dietary restrictions. The interior is ~cool~ and rustic vibes. The only con is that it is a bit smoky in the restaurant, which can be difficult for people with asthma or sensitivity. It can a little bit hard of hearing or muffled sounds if you are seated in the very front. But nonetheless it is a great spot to visit and get together a group of 6+ people!

Con: smoky in the restaurant, a little bit hard of hearing/muffled sounds

Great spot to eat and drink right in DT Enumclaw. Their bagon jam burger and french dip are amazing. My wife enjoyed her chicken strips. One of the 'not just bar food' hidden gems in the area. Beer selection is legit. Service is decent, despite usually being busy, everyone's friendly. Space can be a bit limiyed there, especially out front - where there are eating spots.

Last time we went was nightcap after Pablo Francisco at the Chalet Theater. Was an excellent stop over given most places were closed or no longer had an open kitchen that night. It's a long, skinny I-shaped restaurant in an old building. A bit aged but not dirty. Bathrooms are fine.

I love your shotgun style and brick walls nestled in the heart of town next to your neighbouring shops

Your staff is friendly and attentive despite the crowds that are lured in

Your eats advertised in a vast menu are tasty flavourful morsels of delight and more than enough

High bar tables and seats are a bit tall for my short statue so I'll try a table in the back if I am lucky... I'll be back!

The Mint is a great family friendly option to visit when in Enumclaw. Super popular so you may have to wait for a table. A few small round tops outside but most tables are inside. There is a separate bar area for those over 21. My Go-to is the spicy chicken wings. They are to die for. Go to the Mint!

Great atmosphere, friendly ambience, great things on tap! Came here with my boyfriend; he got a grilled cheese with tomato soup which he seemed to love! I got a delicious burger and was easily able to sub a veggie patty to make it vegan! Shoutout to the great service always making sure drinks were full!

Great service. Had a burger - cooked as requested, amazing fries. Prices seem reasonable for the area. Left satisfied with the portions. Will be back!

We waited for a server for 20 minutes then gave up and went across the street to The Rainier where we had a server taking our drink order two minutes after passing through the door.