Maneki in the International District is one of the oldest restaurants in Seattle. Come here to eat sushi and other Japanese plates in a tatami room.

At No Anchor in Belltown, you don’t have to choose between excellent beer and excellent food - you get them both.

Cook Weaver serves incredible European/Asian fusion food in Capitol Hill.

La Cocina Oaxaceña is the reliable Mexican restaurant you need in your life.

Have your next group dinner at Joule, the Korean steakhouse in Wallingford. The huge menu has enough options to keep everyone happy.

D’La Santa is a family-owned Mexican spot in Capitol Hill that’s easy to miss, but worth going out of your way for.

Mamnoon in Capitol Hill makes the best Middle Eastern food in Seattle, and also works for just about any dining situation.

Marination is the concession stand from you childhood, but with actually great Korean fusion food - and the best views in Seattle.

Tamarind Tree serves excellent Vietnamese food in the International District, best enjoyed on the patio for a low-key lunch.

Sawyer is a restaurant in Ballard that specializes in upscale comfort food.

South Town Pie is a pizzeria in South Park with excellent slices.

We’d cross the bridge for the Mediterranean food from Garlic Crush in Bellevue.

Have a glass of natural wine with your tuna melt at Champagne Diner, an excellent modern diner in Interbay.

Dough Zone Dumpling House is a great spot for Chinese dumplings and noodles in the International District.

If you’re looking for Mexican food and a fun environment, Barrio in Capitol Hill is a great choice.

Seattle’s best Indian food is at Annapurna in Capitol Hill. And for some reason, the wait times are usually short.