Stateside is a classy Vietnamese fusion spot in Capitol Hill where you’ll feel like you’re on a mini-vacation.

Volunteer Park Cafe is a go-to morning spot in Capitol Hill, but the secret is to hit it for dinner.

Porkchop & Co. in Ballard serves brunch worth travelling for.

Dacha Diner is an Eastern European cafe on Capitol Hill where you’ll feel like you’re eating inside of a doily.

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

Skillet Diner is a modern diner in Capitol Hill serving updated versions of classic dishes.

Glo’s is a Capitol Hill diner serving giant pancakes and perfect hash browns. Just expect a line to eat them.

Witness is a Southern-style brunch spot in Capitol Hill that makes you feel like you’re in Georgia. That’s a good thing.

Lola is a Mediterranean spot in Belltown that falls in that useful middleground between casual and upscale.

Seattle Biscuit Company is a Southern spot that serves biscuit breakfasts all day.

It doesn’t get much better than having a Spanish brunch on Terra Plata’s rooftop garden in Capitol Hill. We like it for Monday night paella too.

Oddfellows is a French Bistro, espresso bar, and old-school grocery store in Capitol Hill. It’s good for a lot of things, but especially brunch.

Bounty Kitchen is a great brunch spot in Queen Anne that serves avocado toast, grain bowls, tacos, and griddle cakes.

Lost Lake Cafe is a diner in Capitol Hill that’s open 24 hours a day.

Fat Hen is a great place in Ballard for a low-key brunch with a friend.

Varsity Inn is a no-frills diner-y spot in Wallingford. When you need good, cheap brunch without fuss, this is where you go.