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Ooshiba Yakitori & Sushi
This Japanese kitchen located inside Figurehead Brewing in Fremont serves great yakitori and sushi.
Situ Tacos
This lively Mexican-Lebanese counter in Ballard specializes in excellent crispy tacos, taquitos, and nachos. Hope you like deep-fried tortillas.
Noodle Boat Thai Cuisine
When we find ourselves daydreaming about fragrant curry fried rice and extra long rice noodles, Noodle Boat Thai Cuisine in Issaquah is our first stop.
Cherry Street Thai
If scarfing down the excellent garlic fried rice from this takeout-only Thai spot in the Central District was a sport, consider us Olympians.
Araya’s Place
Araya's Place is one of our favorite spots for Thai food in Bellevue, and it also happens to be totally vegan.
Issaya Thai Cuisine
For great Thai fried snacks like spring rolls and coconut-crusted tofu, head over to the Shoreline strip mall where Issaya Thai Cuisine is located.
Indian-Nepali Kitchen
Indian-Nepali Kitchen is a calm Greenwood spot on Aurora where you can have a great (and quiet) weeknight dinner.
Kona Kitchen
Kona Kitchen is an all-day Hawaiian diner in Maple Leaf that comes in handy for last-minute group dinners and satisfying your loco moco cravings.
10 Great Meals For $10 In Seattle
You don't have to spend a lot at these restaurants to come away satisfied.
Maria Luisa Empanadas
Maria Luisa is an Argentinian empanada shop in Ballard where you can sit down to a pretty amazing stuffed pastry.
Ginger & Scallion
Ginger & Scallion is a small Phinney Ridge restaurant that specializes in tasty Hainanese chicken rice.
Honeyhole Sandwiches
Honeyhole is a Captiol Hill sandwich shop that has had a few closures and re-openings. While the decor has stayed the same, the food quality has not.
Naan N Curry Issaquah
For fantastic Indian and Pakistani specialties, prioritize Naan N Curry in Issaquah. Or hit up their Renton location for takeout.
Pabla Indian Cuisine
Pabla Indian Cuisine is a takeout-only spot in Renton known for excellent vegetarian dishes.
Saffron Grill
For a thrilling night out, excellent Indian food, and comfy booths, check out Saffron Grill in Northgate.
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen has made First Hill a destination for so much more than just an annual exam—come here for a date night that involves excellent West African food.
Cafe Soleil
Stop by this Madrona Ethiopian restaurant for a dinner packed with delicious vegetarian dishes and ke’yi w’et, or during weekend brunch for frittatas, french toast, and Ethiopian press coffee.
Qiao Lin Hotpot
You'll find thin-sliced meat served on golden cow sculptures and a vast sauce bar at this Downtown hot pot destination.
Happy Lamb Hot Pot
For all-you-can-eat hot pot, flavorful broths, and tables big enough for a group, head to Happy Lamb Hot Pot in the International District.
49th Street Beast
Located inside Fair Isle Brewing is 49th Street Beast, a Beast & Cleaver outpost that serves tasty charcuterie, dry-aged meats, and fancy vegetable dishes.
Cotto Belltown
Cotto Belltown is an Italian restaurant that serves nicely charred Neapolitan-style pizza and tasty pasta—check it out during Happy Hour.
Kilig
Prioritize this Filipino spot for noodles, soup, and tangy chicken wings the next time you're in the International District.
Sizzle & Crunch
Sizzle & Crunch is a casual Vietnamese counter in the University District that serves bánh mì, rice bowls, and salads—but you can find better elsewhere.
The Original Philly's
For a foil-wrapped cheesesteak bursting with sliced meat and molten cheese, head to The Original Philly's in Mt. Baker—a Seattle staple since 1995.