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.
Small plates in Alki: Driftwood. Delightfull new find and a must visit now that the West Seattle Bridge is back open. The other must visit, when you get the chance,...
Hollywood district of Woodinville wine tasting: Purple Cafe & Wine Bar. On the way to taste Darby’s most recent release and stopped by for a quick bite at the original...
Finally got to the brick and mortar restaurant: Monsoon. My first experience was take away from this highly regarded Vietnamese restaurant on Capitol Hill. My usual go to Vietnamese food,...
Seafood in a city of seafood: Fiskmarkadurinn (The Fish Market). The facade doesn’t hint at the modern dining spaces within. Came highly recommended and the food did not disappoint. The...
Nice spot in Pioneer Square with a perfect name: Damn the Weather. The space is in one of the original buildings on 1st, between Yesler and S Washington Street, and...
Change of pace: Mr West Cafe Bar. Located in the space previously occupied by a cooking store, it offers unique cuisine at U Village. The menu is of small plates...
A hot dog in Iceland, really? Baejarins Beztu Pylsur. Not your average dog…this one is made mostly of lamb with a bit of beef and pork added to round it...
One of many bakeries: Sandholt. Upcale, light and airy space with too many choices! Breads, pastries, coffee, espresso and a larder as well. Eat in or takeaway. @sandholtreykjavik Visit website...
Try this place for happy hour or dinner: Frank’s Oyster House. One of a 2 restaurants owned by the same family this one is a bar and oyster house. Convenient...
Dinner for 15: Via Tribunali. I usually find it more difficult to fully experience a restaurant with a larger group. However, we had several pizzas from the wood fired oven...
For biscuit fans: Seattle Biscuit Company. First met these guys when all they had was a truck. Now they have a brick and mortar place in Fremont (Frelard area). They...
A must visit in Munich: Dallmayr Delicatessen. A Deli…like no other, with restaurants and bar which date from 1700. It has been in this location since 1870. Where to start?...
Find this place: Klimenti’s Restaurant. Tucked away near the Deutsches Museum it offers Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist so if you are looking for a break from the wurst...