Arnies Restaurants began in 1979, when Peter Challman and Robert Peterson, two graduates of the Washington State University Hotel and Restaurant Administration program had a vision for a Pacific Northwest restaurant. Located in Mukilteo, the first Arnies opened in 1979. During this time trends in dining leaned heavily toward steak and seafood restaurants. Mukilteo was an instant success, with its cozy atmosphere, view of Whidbey Island ferry and Puget Sound, great food and friendly service! Our brand statement in those days was “The way you knew it could be” versus today’s “Giving genuine service and creating Pacific Northwest Favorites with Pride.”
