Japonessa Sushi Cocina
The restaurant that replaced Union downtown: Japonessa Sushi Cocina. The head chef: Billy Beach, formerly of Umi Sake House and Kushibar (the owner also runs i…
1400 First Ave
Pike Place Market
206-971-7979
Pike Place Market
206-971-7979
The James Moore
Nestled cozily within the historic Moore Hotel, the James Moore (named after the developer tycoon himself) is an elegant spot that offers a mix of cocktails, l…
1920 2nd Ave
Pike Pine Retail Core
206-443-0899
Pike Pine Retail Core
206-443-0899
Momiji
The team behind Umi Sake House and Kushibar present Momiji in the former Dawson Plumbing location on 12th between Pike and Pine. According to Seattle Metropoli…
1522 12th Ave
Capitol Hill
206-457-4068
Capitol Hill
206-457-4068
Maneki Restaurant
In its 100-plus years of existence, Maneki has only had one major interruption to business: when it shut down because the US government sent Japanese Americans…
304 Sixth Ave S
Chinatown-International District
206-622-2631
Chinatown-International District
206-622-2631
Umi Sake House
Umi Sake House is stylish—a combination of the uber-modern sterility of the Bada Lounge, which used to occupy the space, and the wood of a Japanese teaho…
2230 First Ave
Belltown
206-374-8717
Belltown
206-374-8717
Wasabi Sushi & Izakaya
Wasabi Sushi & Izakaya (formerly Wasabi Bistro) has been serving good (if not outstanding) sushi in its sleek Belltown spot for approximately forever. It's the…
2311 Second Ave
Belltown
206-441-6044
Belltown
206-441-6044
Cactus
This local chain offers a blend of Southwestern, Mexican and Spanish cuisine, including tacos, enchiladas, and a selection of tapas-style small plates, as well…
426 Terry Ave N
South Lake Union
206-913-2250
South Lake Union
206-913-2250
Liberty
Liberty’s like 15th Avenue’s living room, but with world-renowned craft cocktails and an insane selection of liquor. There's comfy couches, a few tables with a…
517 15th Ave E
Capitol Hill
206-323-9898
Capitol Hill
206-323-9898
Ten Sushi
Where the Genki Sushi above the QFC on Mercer used to be, it’s another, better conveyor-belt place run by former Genki manager and sushi chef Shinichiro Takaha…
500 Mercer St
Uptown
206-453-3881
Uptown
206-453-3881
Bottlehouse
Bottlehouse is a wine bar and “shoppe” located upstairs from Madrona’s urban winery, Wilridge (which makes special Bottlehouse blends). The motto: “Dwell, Drin…
1416 34th Ave
Central District
206-708-7164
Central District
206-708-7164
Sushi Kappo Tamura
Sushi Kappo Tamura owner/sushi chef Taichi Kitamura emphasizes sustainable fish. The sushi is among the best in town. Commensurately, the prices are on the hig…
2968 Eastlake Ave E
Eastlake
206-547-0937
Eastlake
206-547-0937
The Whale Wins
At Renee Erickson’s the Whale Wins, almost everything is wood-fired, and while the menu may seem simple, North African flavors add interest. Of note: marrow bo…
3506 Stone Way N
Wallingford
206-632-9425
Wallingford
206-632-9425
Mission Cantina
West Seattle staple serving up tapas and Mexican fare in a sultry, decorative setting. Get the sweet potato enchiladas and the flan.
2325 California Ave SW
North Admiral
206-937-8220
North Admiral
206-937-8220
Itto's Tapas
This Moroccan restaurant serves up carefully crafted small plates and tapas; it's a good choice for all types of eaters, and has plenty of options for vegetari…
4160 California Ave SW
Junction
206-420-6676
Junction
206-420-6676
Ciudad
A collaboration between two high-profile Seattle entrepreneurs, Marcus Lalario (95 Slide, Alive & Well, Fat’s Chicken and Waffles) and chef Matt Dillon (Sitka …
6118 12th Ave S
Greater Duwamish
206-717-2984
Greater Duwamish
206-717-2984
Mashiko
Mashiko’s sushi is all sustainably harvested, the only place in Seattle that can boast that. The rolls are creative, the atmosphere’s on the upscale side, and …
4725 California Ave SW
Junction
206-935-4339
Junction
206-935-4339
