Roanoke Inn

This speakeasy-turned-tavern is set in an upscale residential neighborhood, incongruously enough that a few years ago a couple of cranky NIMBYs tried to shut the old place down, as if it were an irritating anachronism rather than the soul of the island. Fortunately, residents rallied and the 1914 state landmark was saved. Not far from the I-90 floating bridges, and long catering to cross-lake travelers, it's a great place for Eastsiders and Seattleites to meet halfway. The menu offers classic tavern food—a hefty French dip, giant burritos, and the two-thirds-pound Rowy Roanoke burger with cheese and ham.

• Cuisine(s): American

  Hours: Sun 8am-12am, Mon-Fri 11am-1am, Sat 8am-2am

  Price: $

• Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards

  Features: Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Private Party, Banquet Facilities, Wheelchair Accessible

  Serving: Dinner, Late Night, Lunch

• Alcohol: Full bar

  Reservations: Accepted, Not Necessary

  Parking: Street