Seattle
The king of all locavore restaurants, Sitka & Spruce was the pilot project of celebrated Seattle chef Matt Dillon. It has since become something of an…
Must-see restaurants in Seattle
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
For an unforgettable dining experience make a reservation for one of Maneki's tatami mat dining rooms (paper and wood lattice private chambers with…
The CD, Madrona & Madison Park
At the moment in Seattle there are few bites of food better than the signature taco at Taco Chukis. It's a simple design (juicy pork, guacamole, melted…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Cocktails are having a moment as the alcoholic libation du jour in Seattle and nowhere is that more clear than at Heartwood, a handsome restaurant and bar…
Seattle
It would be one thing if Lost Lake was merely a loving homage to David Lynch's hit TV mystery hour Twin Peaks, but the food is also fantastic – much…
Ballard & Discovery Park
La Carta de Oaxaca is easily one of Seattle's best lunch and brunch spots. Those who crave authentic Oaxacan-style cooking will swoon at the birria …
Seattle
It's hard to say exactly what type of dining experience you'll have at Endolyne Joe's. Every few months the menu changes to highlight a specific regional…
Ballard & Discovery Park
There's much to be said about Staple & Fancy's pedigree as another of Ethan Stowell's many hip Seattle eateries, but the bottom line is the food at this…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
Matt Dillon (the Seattle chef, not the Hollywood actor) moved less than a block from his now-closed Bar Sajor to open London Plane, a hybrid cafe, flower…
Ballard & Discovery Park
People come to Bitterroot for two things: smoked meat and whiskey. Thankfully this restaurant with a pleasing modern roadhouse vibe does both…
Seattle
The fried chicken sandwich – served on a King's Hawaiian roll with cabbage and a perfectly spicy sauce – at this West Seattle spot is one of the best…
Seattle
A glorified food shack whose overflowing Cuban sandwiches (which are a lot more generously stuffed than they are in Cuba) have long prompted plenty of…
Belltown & Seattle Center
Owned by top Seattle chef Ethan Stowell, Tavolàta is a dinner-only, Italian-inspired eatery emphasizing homemade pasta dishes and hearty mains such as a…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Short of teleporting over to Paris, this is about as Gallic as a Seattleite can get. Inside Café Campagne's effortlessly elegant interior you can live…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Artisanal beer, artisanal coffee…next up, Seattle brings you artisanal cheese and it's made as you watch in this always-crowded Pike Place nook, where you…
Seattle
Forget the whale: it’s the sardines that are the main winners at this eccentrically named fish-biased restaurant that shares trendy Euro-style digs with…
Ballard & Discovery Park
French but not at all faux, Bastille could easily pass for a genuine Parisian bistro if it weren't for the surfeit of American accents. First there's the…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
A tour of the Pacific Rim – via China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Seattle, of course – is the wide-ranging theme at this highly popular downtown…
Belltown & Seattle Center
Sitting pretty in a glass-fronted former car showroom with art-deco signage and immense bookshelves, Top Pot's flagship cafe produces the Ferraris of the…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
In a short period of time Nirmal's has established itself as Seattle's premier Indian fine-dining experience. The menu is a good balance of recognizable…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
This well-loved deli used to be known for the long lines at its tiny storefront, and although it has moved to a bigger spot, you can still expect a wait…
Seattle
A hugely popular brunch spot and for good reason. Aside from the usual suspects (eggs, bacon, pancakes), there’s a help-yourself breakfast bar loaded with…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
Don't be put off by Seven Stars Pepper's location on the 2nd floor of a run-down strip mall: this Szechuan restaurant is one of the best in the city…
The CD, Madrona & Madison Park
If you're hungry for something that will really fill your tank, head directly to this authentic family-owned Southern restaurant. The menu is full of…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Piroshky Piroshky knocks out its delectable sweet and savory Russian pies and pastries in a space about the size of a walk-in closet. Get the savory…
Queen Anne & Lake Union
Hailed for its generous happy hours, cheap brunches and rollicking atmosphere, this perennially busy Queen Anne eatery has the common touch. The menu is…
Seattle
You'll find a number of things in the busy confines of Fonda la Catrina, a shockingly good Mexican restaurant in industrial Georgetown. There's the…
Seattle
No discussion of Seattle’s best bakery omits Bakery Nouveau. The crumbly, craggy almond and chocolate croissants are as good as they get this side of the…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
A nondescript Japanese sushi and ramen joint, Tsukushinbo is frequented by locals and tourists alike for its fresh and affordable seafood, which ranges…
Seattle
Comfortable and thoughtfully executed, Flint Creek serves responsibly raised game meats like bison, venison and lamb in an open and airy space featuring…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
A little more than a hole-in-the-wall, this restaurant is popular with locals for its simple and traditional Chinese dishes ranging from green onion…
Queen Anne & Lake Union
Join members of Seattle's Swedish Club on the first Sunday of the month for a buffet of thin pancakes drizzled in lingonberries and served with a hearty…
Queen Anne & Lake Union
Despite its scary name, the Ethan Stowell–run HTCAW has nothing to do with roasting wild fauna over your campfire. Rather it's poached from a book written…
Belltown & Seattle Center
An upscale Italian place named after one of Italy’s finest vinos, Barolo provides a good excuse to taste the deep, powerful ‘king of wines’ or – if your…
Seattle
This modern Korean-American crossover restaurant (with a bit of French influence thrown in) has quickly established itself as a big name on the Seattle…
Seattle
Coastal Kitchen has become a Capitol Hill legend since its inception in 2012 with its culinary theme (fish) and variations (a different geographical…
Queen Anne & Lake Union
One of Seattle's most celebrated restaurants, Canlis is old-school posh and one of the few places in the city where people regularly get dressed up for…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
Serving upscale food at entry-level prices in a massively popular dining room, this legendary place has a nuanced menu that includes everything from…
Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo
This hole-in-the-wall, pasta-only place has limited seating and a high turnover of office workers on their lunch breaks. Join the perennial queue, order…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Often hidden behind a queue for the riotously popular Pike Place Chowder, this theatrical sales counter is staffed by wise-cracking servers who wouldn’t…
