Rediscovered: Shan. Visited a few years ago and didn't post a review so it was in need of another visit. Story is that the owners lived and operated several restaurants in China and Thailand over a number of years before winding Ballard, Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
Italian in Old Ballard: San Fermo. My initial visit to this small restaurant was because I was intrigued by the facade...apparently one of the oldest homes in Seattle. Built in the 1850s and originally located in what is now the the Food Truck, Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
Great fish and chips: Five Hooks Seafood. Food truck offering seafood to go. The fish (cod) was deep fried but 2 things made the flavors wonderful: first the planko and second was the tartar sauce. Not sure I've ever had better. Rest of Washington, United States, Washington, West Coast
Leavenworth WA
Coffee and a biscuit: Argonaut. What attracted my attention was the description of the buttermilk biscuits so I had to experience one. They didn't disappoint! Have a plain one with fruit preserves & butter, a savory one with butter & Maldon Rest of Washington, United States, Washington, West Coast
Leavenworth WA
A bit of Bavaria in Washington: Andreas' Keller. This is one of our go to places for Southern German food in Leavenworth. There are a number of options but this space reminds one of walking into a restaurant in Munich...and is Rest of Washington, United States, Washington, West Coast
La Conner WA
Mexican cuisine in a seafood town: COA If you're looking for something besides seafood, this is the place. I think it's some of the best Mexican food in Western Washington. Interesting take on various cocktails with tequila and mezcals leading the way.
Vietnamese in the Ferry Terminal: The Slanted Door. I tried this place a few years ago and don’t remember coming away impressed despite its renown. This visit was more to...
Drinks anyone? Wayfare Tavern. Stopped by for a drink and some light appetizers before dinner. This is a very popular spot for…….you didn’t guess it…..fried chicken! We’ll have to try...
Return visit: Bar Cantinetta. Our prior visit was for a wine tasting menu and I wasn’t that impressed with the food but I thought we should give it another try……I...
Meeting at SeaTac: The Conference Center at SEA. I gotta quit eating like this….at another meeting. Nice space for a smaller meeting and convenient via the Link Light Rail. Otherwise,...
Bakery near the convention center: The French Bakery. Had a meeting at the Bellevue Convention Center and needed a quick bite to eat before sitting in a room all day...
Thai in Maple Leaf:Â Ban Hua Sai. Decided to give this place a try based on reviews indicating it was the best Thai in the area and we needed a quick...
Late night cookies: Midnight Cookie Co. Have a craving for cookies in the middle of the night?……they deliver until 3 am! Just choose your delivery service…..Uber Eats, Grubhub, etc. Note...
Interesting experience: Manolin. Had an opportunity to have early dinner and this seemed like a good place for the experience since they opened for happy hour early in the afternoon...
Street party: Off the Rez. Invited by friends to a Saturday night block party……with a food truck. Their claim to fame is that it’s the only Native American food truck...
Georgetown vibe: Ciudad. Not sure how to describe this place…..Spanish……Middle Eastern…..or? They describe themselves as “flavors from the East, vibes from the West” and I think they are spot on...
Bakery option: Lake Chelan Artisan Bakery. Nice option for a coffee and pastries besides the ubiquitous Starbucks…..which is essentially next door to this strip mall location. The croissants were quite...
BBQ in Chelan, Really? BBQ in the Vineyard. Highlight of this trip to Chelan. It just reopened the week we were there……note as of the date of this posting it...
On my list: Flintcreek Cattle Co. This is the sister restaurant to Rockcreek and, as expected, it’s the turf version although they do have a vegetarian and seafood option on...
Unique experience: Tamale Shak. It’s all about the space….cinder block and funky…..and the food is very good too! It’s small…really small but you’ll want to spend some time looking at...
Great spot for a coffee or latte…and a book: Cat Island Coffeehouse. Great coffee and views from this quaint spot on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Excellent alfresco experience on the...