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The University District Guide
The University District isn’t just for UW undergrads. Here are the best bars and restaurants in the neighborhood.
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Where To Eat Along The Burke-Gilman Trail
The best spots to stop for a meal along the Burke-Gilman Trail.
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Hinoki
You never know what fried and wood-fired Japanese small plates you'll get at Hinoki, a truck permanently parked on the University District side of Portage Bay. But trust that they'll be great.
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Heave Ho
Heave Ho is a cocktail window at Jensen Marina in the University District that serves fantastic drinks to sip alongside snacks from the Hinoki food truck.
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Bamboo Sushi
While Bamboo Sushi doesn't serve the best raw fish in town, this U District spot works particularly well for gluten-free sushi—and happens to be one of the best dinner options in the neighborhood.
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Korean Tofu House
Korean Tofu House in the University District feels like a college party, but with way better food. Come here for Korean dishes like soft tofu soup, kimchi pancakes, and kalbi.
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Hiroshi's Poke
Hiroshi's is a tiny poke counter in the University District that's perfect for a calm takeout experience with lots of quality raw fish.
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Off The Rez
Located inside the Burke Museum Of Natural History in the U District, Off The Rez is a Native American cafe that serves savory and sweet frybread.
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Aladdin Gyro-Cery
Aladdin Gyro-Cery is a Mediterranean spot in the University District that serves delicious falafel and gyros.
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Sip House
Sip House is a coffee shop in the University District that specializes in Vietnamese iced lattes.
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Saint Bread
Saint Bread in the University District serves great pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Get yours on fresh melonpan.
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Agua Verde Cafe
In addition to having one of our favorite patios in town, Agua Verde in the University District has excellent frozen margaritas and fish tacos.
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Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
Our choice for Ramen in the University District is Hokkaido Ramen Santouka.
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Cedars In University District
Cedars In University District is mostly known for takeout lunch, but it’s also a good spot for a lighter-than-usual Indian dinner.
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Fat Ducks Deli & Bakery
Fat Ducks is a deli and bakery that serves delicious homey pastries as well as sandwiches.
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Broadfork Cafe
For wholesome vegan food or smoothies in the University District, check out Broadfork Cafe.
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Supreme Pizza
Supreme is a great New York-style pizzeria in the University District. Get the garlic knots.
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Sizzle & Crunch
Sizzle & Crunch is a fast-casual Vietnamese restaurant that serves bánh mì, rice bowls, and salads.
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Saigon Deli
Saigon Deli is a classic Vietnamese spot in the University District that serves a standout bánh mì.
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Morsel
Morsel is an all-day cafe in the University District that serves excellent biscuit creations.
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Xi’an Noodles
Xi’an Noodles is a Chinese restaurant in the University District that serves noodles, soups, dumplings, and sandwiches.
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Shultzy’s Sausage
Shultzy’s is a University District pub with German sausages and other bar food.
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Guanaco’s Tacos Pupuseria
Guanaco’s Tacos Pupuseria is a casual Mexican restaurant in the University District. Get a pupusa.
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Mark Thai Food Box
Mark Thai Food Box is a little Thai restaurant in the University District that serves excellent khao mun gai and milk teas.
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Mr. Lu’s Seafood & Burgers
Mr. Lu’s is a casual burger and seafood restaurant in the University District.