Built in 1914, the Roanoke Inn is the oldest operating business on Mercer Island. Originally a chicken dinner inn and…More eventually a hotel and weekend destination, it was adjacent to Roanoke Landing, where a ferry used to shuttle passengers between Kirkland, Leschi and Mercer Island. In 1941, the current owner's family purchased the inn and through various transformations continues to operate the popular tavern/restaurant today.</p> <p>This neighborhood pub features an indoor working fireplace, a front porch covered booths (with heaters) and a side patio with outdoor seating. During the summer, back yard tables, topped with thatched umbrellas, surround the grassy yard where you might find a game of croquet. The Roanoke has a full bar and continually rotates six draft selections featuring craft beers. The "Captain's List" features regional wines from Washington, California and Oregon (bottles only).</p> <p>The chefs also cook up weekly specials in addition to the menu fare of various appetizers, salads, burgers, burritos and sandwiches. This Mercer Island neighborhood gathering place was placed on the historical landmark register in 1976.</p>

Emerald City Smoothie is located in the Mercer Plaza on the north end of the island. Come in and enjoy your smoothie…More at one of many high bar tables both inside and outside, or enjoy the ambient light coming in from the large corner windows as you sit in one of their comfortable, over-sized seats. If you're pressed for time, call in ahead and place your order; they'll have your smoothie ready for you.</p> <p>There is a parking garage for your convenience, and the first two hours are free.</p> <p>This location is very involved in the community, sponsoring many schools and sports events. The staff here will put together personalized smoothies based on your tastes--if you like it, let them know and they'll put you in their book so next time you call or come in, they'll know exactly how you want your smoothie.</p>

Xin Lin Li and his wife, Xiuling Yuan re-opened Seven Star in 2010 after a five year absence to a location formerly…More occupied by Shanghai Palace Restaurant and the Looks drug store.</p> <p>Seven Star Restaurant and Lounge maintains a focus on Peking-style favorites such as home-made noodles and dumplings, spicy Dungeness crab (seasonal) and vegetarian dishes as well as favorites like Sesame Chicken, Mongolian Beef, Orange Chicken and boneless whole duck with steamed lotus buns, highly recommended by Li.</p> <p>Seven Star is not only a Chinese restaurant, but is connected to a sports bar as well. The bar is adjacent to the restaurant and offers a Happy Hour for drinks and food from the shared kitchen.</p> <p>Reservations are only needed for large groups. Delivery is offered and orders can be placed via the restaurant's website, where online coupons can be applied on orders above $32 in value.</p>