Spinasse in Capitol Hill is one of the best fork-up-your-money Italian restaurants in Seattle.

There are a lot of oysters in Seattle, and Walrus And The Carpenter has some of the very best. Hit the Ballard spot for excellent seafood and drinks.

Bisato is an outstanding upscale Italian restaurant in Pioneer Square where the a la carte options are way better than the tasting menu.

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.

Tapas Lab is a great counter-service spot for Asian-Spanish-fusion in Green Lake.

Willmott’s Ghost is a modern Italian spot in South Lake Union that works well for a business lunch.

Associated Vintners is a wine bar in South Lake Union that seasonally changes what they’re pouring.

Poco is a wine bar on Capitol Hill that serves Spanish tapas.

Underbelly is a natural wine bar in Pioneer Square that serves charcuterie and French small plates.

Vinnie’s Raw Bar is a natural wine bar in Belltown that serves great seafood.

Columbia Winery is a tasting room in Woodinville that serves flatbread pizzas and other small plates.

Novelty Hill Januik Winery is a popular tasting room in Woodinville that also serves small plates.

Efeste is a wine tasting room in Woodinville far away from the touristy spots.

Adams Bench is a small winery in Woodinville that specializes in reds.

Chateau Ste. Michelle is a huge winery in Woodinville where you can drink wine, eat cheese, and watch concerts.

J. Bookwalter is a wine tasting room in Woodinville with a big patio that serves light snacks.