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Talented local chefs and taste-makers offer plenty of ways to please the palate. Dive into the city’s culinary scene with divine doughnuts, hot new bars, cheap eats, and more.

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5 Fantastic Latinx-Owned Restaurants in Seattle

These Latin American chefs are at the top of their game.

Wine Tasting on Wheels

Tour Woodinville with companies who offer much more than just reliable transportation to Washington’s densest wine region.

Ingredient Spotlight: Mushrooms

Farmed or foraged, star of the show or reliable backup, mushrooms play key roles in dishes all over the Emerald City.

Brunch for the Bunch

Gather the family for the most important—and most fun—meal of the day. Gooey cinnamon rolls, egg-stuffed burritos, and Nutella French toast await at these Seattle restaurants.

Charity Burggraaf / Styling by Nelle Clark

Ingredient Spotlight: Grains

These restaurants and breweries highlight Washington's agricultural bounty with hearty whole-wheat sandwiches, crisp IPAs, and delicious baked goods.

Unorthodox Tacos

Mix it up with these inventive twists on the traditional taco. Keep an open mind and an empty stomach, and you just may find a new favorite.

**Vegetarian Platter from Meskel** Photo Jessica Huang/SagaCity Media

World of Flavor

You don't have to travel the planet to get a taste of international cuisines—you just have to dine at enough of Seattle's restaurants. Eat your way around the globe with these diverse dining options.

Drink by Bike

Rent a bike and tour Seattle's urban breweries, wineries, and distilleries—plus nearby eats and other tips for a safe and smooth ride.

Coffee O'Clock

In Seattle, there is a delicious bounty of caffeinated beverages sold at all hours. Fill your itinerary with these unique cafe experiences, from your first cup of joe to a coffee-spiked nightcap.

Sloshed Slushies

All the rage of summer 2018, the spiked slushy craze is back for another season. Try these frigid topical sips to catch a buzz from a dose of icy-cold refreshment.

**The defining characteristics of the Seattle Dog is the cream cheese. Swap in a sausage, skip the onions--still Seattle-style.** Photo by Charity Burggraaf / Styling by Callie Meyer

Dog Days of Summer

Covered in cream cheese and onions, the Seattle Dog is a surprising local specialty. Here's where to try the city's most famous namesake food.

Photo by Charity Burggraaf / Styling by Nelle Clark

Pike Place Picnic Party

Add these Pike Place Market finds to your picnic short list for tastes of fresh berries, rich chocolate, and sweet and savory baked goods.

Dive Deeper

Seattle cuisine hangs its hat on oysters and salmon, but there's more to local seafood than these two delicacies. Expand your palate with an array of flavorful dishes.

Latte Art

What better place to sip a foamy masterpiece than in the city that originated latte art? From the famed rosette design to cute animals, here's where to grab your next Insta-worthy cup.

Northwest Comfort

Sometimes you just need your fill of hearty, homestyle food. Snag some chicken-fried or carb-filled comfort from some of the city's top dining destinations.

Have It Your Way

Seattle's sprawling food scene offers flavorful dishes for your every craving, be it street food bites or elegant, upscale entrées. Find the best spots to keep it casual or go big.

Winning Wine Bars

World-class wines paired with killer digs? Prepare your palate for some fantastic sipping experiences.

Ingredient Spotlight: Chocolate

Sweet or savory, chocolate proves its delicious diversity on menus around the city.

**Vietnamese inspired barbecue at Central Smoke** Courtesy Geoffrey Smith

Steak Out

Seattle’s temples of beef, from creative newcomers to timeless classics, are a cut above the rest.

Cozy Cafes

It's no secret that Seattle is a city that knows its coffee. Find your new favorite place to sip the local scene with these picturesque boardwalk cafes and bustling downtown coffee shops.

**Damn the Weather's grass-fed burger topped with gruyere.**Photo Courtesy: Nate Watters

Late Night Cravings

From tortas to chicken fat fries, these tasty evening eats hit the spot.

Life's an Oyster

Seattle’s cool waters make this prime oyster country. Here’s where to shuck, slurp, and tuck in.

Off-Menu Magic

These restaurants offer tasting menus and omakase meals that put the chef in the driver’s seat. Don’t be intimidated—there’s no better way to explore Seattle’s culinary potential.

Boozy Brunch

From eggs Benedict with Dungeness crab to classic shrimp and grits reimagined with a Chinese twist, Seattle’s morning menus are as inspired as they are delicious.

**Pennyroyal** Courtesy Aubrie Pick / Pennyroyal

Hot Hotel Bars

Seattle’s bar scene is making waves in one oft-overlooked location: right in your hotel.

Photo by Charity Burggraaf / Styling by Kira Corbin / Florals by Vanita Floral

Ice Ice Baby

If the jingling bell of the ice cream truck is music to your ears, then you’re in luck. In Seattle, we don’t wait for trucks—not when dessert spots are serving up sweet treats like these.

**Stacks Burgers at Westlake Park** Courtesy: Amelia Vaughn

A Moveable Feast

Any given week, as many as 300 food trucks roam the streets of Seattle. That may seem like a daunting number of options, but you can be dining at these rolling restaurants in no time.

**Chef Shota Nakajima** Photo: Noah Forbes

As Seen On Food TV

Whether you’re a fan of Top Chef, Anthony Bourdain, or even Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, you can sample the best of Seattle’s many moments in the food spotlight.

photo by Cody Ulrich/styling by Joanne Plana-Anderson

Destination Doughnuts

First it was ice cream, then it was cupcakes. These days, Seattle’s fixing its gaze on doughnuts.

I Take My Coffee...

If there's one thing Seattleites love, it's their coffee. Five notable locals share their go-to orders.

**Sizzle & Crunch Vietnamese Grill** Lauren Bally

Cheap Eats

Delicious doesn’t have to be expensive. These local bites are tasty and easy on the wallet.

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5 Fantastic Latinx-Owned Restaurants in Seattle

These Latin American chefs are at the top of their game.

Wine Tasting on Wheels

Tour Woodinville with companies who offer much more than just reliable transportation to Washington’s densest wine region.

Ingredient Spotlight: Mushrooms

Farmed or foraged, star of the show or reliable backup, mushrooms play key roles in dishes all over the Emerald City.

Brunch for the Bunch

Gather the family for the most important—and most fun—meal of the day. Gooey cinnamon rolls, egg-stuffed burritos, and Nutella French toast await at these Seattle restaurants.

Ingredient Spotlight: Grains

These restaurants and breweries highlight Washington's agricultural bounty with hearty whole-wheat sandwiches, crisp IPAs, and delicious baked goods.

Unorthodox Tacos

Mix it up with these inventive twists on the traditional taco. Keep an open mind and an empty stomach, and you just may find a new favorite.

World of Flavor

Drink by Bike

Rent a bike and tour Seattle's urban breweries, wineries, and distilleries—plus nearby eats and other tips for a safe and smooth ride.

Coffee O'Clock

In Seattle, there is a delicious bounty of caffeinated beverages sold at all hours. Fill your itinerary with these unique cafe experiences, from your first cup of joe to a coffee-spiked nightcap.

Sloshed Slushies

All the rage of summer 2018, the spiked slushy craze is back for another season. Try these frigid topical sips to catch a buzz from a dose of icy-cold refreshment.

Dog Days of Summer

Covered in cream cheese and onions, the Seattle Dog is a surprising local specialty. Here's where to try the city's most famous namesake food.

Pike Place Picnic Party

Add these Pike Place Market finds to your picnic short list for tastes of fresh berries, rich chocolate, and sweet and savory baked goods.

Dive Deeper

Seattle cuisine hangs its hat on oysters and salmon, but there's more to local seafood than these two delicacies. Expand your palate with an array of flavorful dishes.

Latte Art

What better place to sip a foamy masterpiece than in the city that originated latte art? From the famed rosette design to cute animals, here's where to grab your next Insta-worthy cup.

Northwest Comfort

Sometimes you just need your fill of hearty, homestyle food. Snag some chicken-fried or carb-filled comfort from some of the city's top dining destinations.

Have It Your Way

Seattle's sprawling food scene offers flavorful dishes for your every craving, be it street food bites or elegant, upscale entrées. Find the best spots to keep it casual or go big.

Winning Wine Bars

World-class wines paired with killer digs? Prepare your palate for some fantastic sipping experiences.

Ingredient Spotlight: Chocolate

Sweet or savory, chocolate proves its delicious diversity on menus around the city.

Steak Out

Seattle’s temples of beef, from creative newcomers to timeless classics, are a cut above the rest.

Cozy Cafes

It's no secret that Seattle is a city that knows its coffee. Find your new favorite place to sip the local scene with these picturesque boardwalk cafes and bustling downtown coffee shops.

Late Night Cravings

From tortas to chicken fat fries, these tasty evening eats hit the spot.

Life's an Oyster

Seattle’s cool waters make this prime oyster country. Here’s where to shuck, slurp, and tuck in.

Off-Menu Magic

These restaurants offer tasting menus and omakase meals that put the chef in the driver’s seat. Don’t be intimidated—there’s no better way to explore Seattle’s culinary potential.

Boozy Brunch

From eggs Benedict with Dungeness crab to classic shrimp and grits reimagined with a Chinese twist, Seattle’s morning menus are as inspired as they are delicious.

Hot Hotel Bars

Seattle’s bar scene is making waves in one oft-overlooked location: right in your hotel.

Ice Ice Baby

If the jingling bell of the ice cream truck is music to your ears, then you’re in luck. In Seattle, we don’t wait for trucks—not when dessert spots are serving up sweet treats like these.

A Moveable Feast

Any given week, as many as 300 food trucks roam the streets of Seattle. That may seem like a daunting number of options, but you can be dining at these rolling restaurants in no time.

As Seen On Food TV

Whether you’re a fan of Top Chef, Anthony Bourdain, or even Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, you can sample the best of Seattle’s many moments in the food spotlight.

Destination Doughnuts

First it was ice cream, then it was cupcakes. These days, Seattle’s fixing its gaze on doughnuts.

I Take My Coffee...

If there's one thing Seattleites love, it's their coffee. Five notable locals share their go-to orders.

Cheap Eats

Delicious doesn’t have to be expensive. These local bites are tasty and easy on the wallet.

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26 Ways to Taste the Emerald City

Foodies and drink geeks, consider this your primer to sample all that the city has to offer.

Guide to Seattle Cold Brew

The year-round coffee craze comes in many forms. Why not try them all?

Local Scoop

In progressive Seattle, it’s no surprise that the latest ice cream outpost to hit the town is a collaboration between two of the city’s top female tastemakers.

Noodle Around

From ravioli to ramen, house-made noodles are comfort food at its finest. Here’s where to start slurping around town.

Iconic Cocktails

Five Seattle cocktails worth writing home about.

Table for Two

Whatever you have planned for date night (or morning), these local spots dial up the heat.

Favorite Thing I Ever Ate

Whatever you have planned for date night (or morning), these local spots dial up the heat.

Tasting Notes

Restaurants, tasting rooms, and even urban wineries bring the best of the state’s burgeoning wine culture to the heart of the city.

Drink Outdoors

Our unparalleled summer season means Seattle bars take alfresco drinking very seriously.

Catch of the Day

Seafood is a way of life in the Pacific Northwest, and no visit to Seattle would be complete without a taste of it all.

Celebrate Cider

In Seattle you’ll find an array of flavors, many coming straight from locally grown apples, pears, and cherries.

Cheese, Please

Artisan cheese is on the rise in Seattle for plenty of gooey-good eats.

Suds Up

Craft beer is having a moment, and that couldn’t be more true than right here in Seattle.

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