bb.q Chicken
This behemoth Korean fried chicken name is known for its olive oil-fried chicken with an array of different spices and sauces. Don't go in expecting smoked mea…
4223 University Way NE
University District
206-822-6338
University District
206-822-6338
Don't Yell At Me
This curiously named bubble tea shop owned by Taiwanese celebrity Yako Chan offers a variety of beverages as well as bubble waffles.
4511 The Ave
University District
206-588-0719
University District
206-588-0719
Lil Red Takeout and Catering
This local gem earned a spot on a list of the top 20 Black-owned barbecue spots in the nation, compiled by James Beard Award-winning author and barbe…
4225 Rainier Ave South
Columbia City
206-760-2931
Columbia City
206-760-2931
Breezy Town Pizza
As you might guess from the name, Breezy Town Pizza, housed within new bar and music venue the Clock-Out Lounge, is a tongue-in-cheek spin-off of the popular C…
4864 Beacon Ave. S
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill
Bana Ethiopian and Eritrean Restaurant
"This is beyond a doubt the best Ethiopian food I've ever had," reads one of many positive Yelp reviews. The spot boasts shareable meat and veggie combos, chic…
4423 Rainier Ave S
Columbia City
206-723-3587
Columbia City
206-723-3587
Ezell's Famous Chicken
What might be the best fried chicken in the country, sold over-the-counter (and on wheels). Oprah has it FedExed directly to her mouth. Also: dinner rolls so g…
4436 Rainier Ave S
Rainier Valley
206-686-3772
Rainier Valley
206-686-3772
Timeless Tea
This bubble tea shop offers tea drinks in a variety of flavors ranging from okra to durian to watermelon, as well as mille crepe cakes, snow mochi, egg yolk pa…
1000 NE 50th St
University District
360-889-6666
University District
360-889-6666
Sip House
Using the phin brewing method, this U-District coffee and tea spot offers all sorts of fruit teas and iced coffees, plus various Vietnamese sweets like boba la…
5001 Brooklyn Ave NE
University District
206-468-5358
University District
206-468-5358
Westman's Bagel and Coffee
At this cafe from chef Monica Dimas, a smattering of schmears, including plain, scallion, veggie, dill & black pepper, and lox, can be slathered onto your …
5201 University Way NE B
University District
University District
The Flora Bakehouse
The longtime vegetarian haven Cafe Flora has at last debuted its much-anticipated sibling bakery, the Flora Bakehouse, in the space of its former production fa…
1511 S Lucile St
Beacon Hill
206-763-1237
Beacon Hill
206-763-1237
Tanuki Izakaya
This Japanese restaurant in the U District serves yakitori, nigiri, sashimi, donburi, pressed sushi, tempura, and appetizers like chicken karaage and takoyaki.
5266 University Way NE
University District
206-708-6852
University District
206-708-6852
Machine House Brewery
Housed in an old Georgetown building, this outfit brews English-style ales. You can check out five varieties always on tap in their dog-friendly, kid-friendly …
5718 Rainier Ave S
Hillman City
206-402-6025
Hillman City
206-402-6025
La Medusa
La Medusa's authentic "Sicilian soul food," made with lots of local/seasonal ingredients, makes it an upmarket Columbia City favorite.
4857 Rainier Ave S
Rainier Valley
206-723-2192
Rainier Valley
206-723-2192
Island Soul Restaurant
Owner Theo Martin has created a space that is as much a community gathering spot as it is a restaurant. But make no mistake, the people come hungry for the Car…
4869 Rainier Ave S
Rainier Valley
206-329-1202
Rainier Valley
206-329-1202
Empire Espresso
Empire Espresso is a little piece of locally owned awesomeness in Columbia City featuring great coffee (from Seattle Coffee Works), great panini, beer and wine…
3829 S Edmunds St A
Rainier Valley
206-659-0588
Rainier Valley
206-659-0588
