After living in Seattle for 13 years, these are the best Seattle-area restaurants (in my personal opinion). Whether you’re looking in Seattle, the suburbs or one of the San Juan Islands, I’ve got you covered.
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Seattle
Suburbs
Beyond Seattle area: 1 hour+
Seattle
The best cozy date night with impressive Italian food in Queen Anne neighborhood
How to Cook a Wolf - Queen Anne, Seattle
Cute place with amazing food and I always have the hardest time remembering the name so putting it on here. Not one to skip!
Brimmer & Heeltap
Class PNW style food and a great place to bring friends and family visiting from out of town for a nice meal.
Palisade
I’m sorry Ivars, but if you want fish and chips, this historic and cozy pub is the place to go. 21 and over
Pacific Inn Pub
I mean, they’re the best
Top Pot Doughnuts
Yummy Italian food in the Ballard neighborhood
Stoneburner
Iconic Seattle for special occasions! Need to book well in advance or you can order at the bar off a limited menu.
Canlis
If you come to Seattle, this isn’t one to miss. Really delicious Italian food near Pike Place Market. Always books up quickly months in advance.
The Pink Door
Drool. Just delicious. Definitely try it!
La Cabaña Seattle
I’m drooling just thinking about these sandwiches in the Ballard neighborhood.
Other Coast Cafe
Everything is so good here. Try the bagels and lox, pastrami sandwich, corned beef and don’t miss the pastries!
Zylberschtein's
Suburbs
My favorite Korean food!
Modoo Restaurant: Home
Our local go to for Pho!
Le's Pho Tai & Sandwiches
If you find yourself in Woodinville, stop here for the wine flight on the patio and get the charcuterie!
DeLille Cellars
Locations in Edmonds and LFP
Dumpling Generation 面食代 LFP
It’s just so good. Get the sauces!
Buddha Bruddah Kenmore
Excellent, drool worthy northern Thai food with a few locations around Seattle
Isarn Thai Soul Kitchen
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Beyond Seattle area: 1 hour+
Worth the drive for a fun experience shucking oysters!
Taylor Shellfish Farms
Pure happiness here. Come as you are. Pick your oysters and they’ll teach you how to shuck. Buy some yummy sauce and have a great time!
Buck Bay Shellfish Farm
Can confirm both breakfast and dinner are delicious if you find yourself on Orcas Island
New Leaf Cafe
Another Orcas Island must. I think about this place regularly.
