Restaurants near Mt Rainier Scenic Railroad

We made dinner reservations for 5:45 on a Saturday night. We got a fantastic table that’s for 2, by a window, in a little “alcove” by the kitchen. Best table in the house because we were off by ourselves. Our server was Daniel. He was wonderful. Didn’t hover, but was always there when we needed him (refill on beverages). Now for the food - YUM!!!! Started off with the calamari. NOT deep-fried but cooked in this most glorious tomato-based sauce. Very flavorful. Daniel brought us bread so that the sauce didn’t go to waste. I had the lasagne; hubby had the spaghetti bolognese with meatballs. The lasagne was deep in rich flavor. My words won’t do it justice. The spaghetti bolognese was the same, very rich flavors. The meatballs were delicious, just made the spaghetti even better. Ended it with desserts to take home, which were the perfect ending: tiramisu and the white chocolate berry cake. Marsano’s menu is more the thinking man’s Italian menu, not so mainstream. But one can still find basics. We’ll definitely be heading here again. Reservations recommended because the place fills up fast. As busy as it was, we felt by ourselves in that table by the kitchen. Service was beyond excellent, as was the food!

Highly recommend for a special dinner, but make a reservation especially Fri/Sat nights. Food was delicious, service was wonderful, and the view was amazing.

Great food and great service! Holley was amazing and super attentive. Just the right amount of salt??? This place is amazing and we will be back!

The menu is small but fresh and beautifully prepared. I can't wait to go back!

We ate at the bar and had an excellent experience. Great service, great cocktails, and delicious food in generous portions. We'll definitely be back.