King's Deli is a convenience store in the Central District that serves fried chicken, jojos, and excellent soft serve ice cream.

This Black-owned spot in the Central District serves great fish and chips and catfish sandwiches.

L’Oursin is a French restaurant in the Central District that serves natural wine and a great burger that you can only get at the bar on Mondays.

Shodai Teriyaki is a Japanese spot in the Central District that works well for takeout.

Broadcast Coffee is a cafe in the Central District that serves coffee, beer, and wine.

Standard Brewing is a brewery and full bar in the Central District that also serves sandwiches.

Ezell’s is a Seattle fried chicken chain, and the original location is in the Central District.

San Fernando is a Peruvian roasted chicken spot in the Central District. Get the arroz con pollo with green sauce.

Mr. Saigon is a Vietnamese cafe and banh mi shop in the Central District.

Street Treats is a small ice cream operation in the Central District.

Reckless Noodle House is an excellent Vietnamese spot in the Central District.

Fat’s is a casual neighborhood spot with great chicken and waffles in the Central District.

Central Pizza is a pretty basic counter service spot for pies, slices, and salads in the Central District.

Jucivana is a great drive-through smoothie shop and espresso bar in the Central District.

Wood Shop, in the Central District, serves good barbecue and even better sides.

Ba Bar in Central District is our favorite Vietnamese spot in town. Hit it late-night for best results.