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Naan N Curry Issaquah
For fantastic Indian and Pakistani specialties, prioritize Naan N Curry in Issaquah. Or hit up their Renton location for takeout.
Pabla Indian Cuisine
Pabla Indian Cuisine is a takeout-only spot in Renton known for excellent vegetarian dishes.
Saffron Grill
For a thrilling night out, excellent Indian food, and comfy booths, check out Saffron Grill in Northgate.
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen has made First Hill a destination for so much more than just an annual exam—come here for a date night that involves excellent West African food.
Indian-Nepali Kitchen
Indian-Nepali Kitchen is a calm Greenwood spot on Aurora where you can have a great (and quiet) weeknight dinner.
Cafe Soleil
Stop by this Madrona Ethiopian restaurant for a dinner packed with delicious vegetarian dishes and ke’yi w’et, or during weekend brunch for frittatas, french toast, and Ethiopian press coffee.
Qiao Lin Hotpot
You'll find thin-sliced meat served on golden cow sculptures and a vast sauce bar at this Downtown hot pot destination.
Happy Lamb Hot Pot
For all-you-can-eat hot pot, flavorful broths, and tables big enough for a group, head to Happy Lamb Hot Pot in the International District.
Ginger & Scallion
Ginger & Scallion is a small Phinney Ridge restaurant that specializes in tasty Hainanese chicken rice.
49th Street Beast
Located inside Fair Isle Brewing is 49th Street Beast, a Beast & Cleaver outpost that serves tasty charcuterie, dry-aged meats, and fancy vegetable dishes.
Cotto Belltown
Cotto Belltown is an Italian restaurant that serves nicely charred Neapolitan-style pizza and tasty pasta—check it out during Happy Hour.
Kilig
Prioritize this Filipino spot for noodles, soup, and tangy chicken wings the next time you're in the International District.
Sizzle & Crunch
Sizzle & Crunch is a casual Vietnamese counter in the University District that serves bánh mì, rice bowls, and salads—but you can find better elsewhere.
The Original Philly's
For a foil-wrapped cheesesteak bursting with sliced meat and molten cheese, head to The Original Philly's in Mt. Baker—a Seattle staple since 1995.
Stevie's Famous
For excellent New York-style pizza, head to Stevie's Famous' second outpost on Beacon Hill, located inside Clock-Out Lounge.
Familyfriend
Familyfriend is a restaurant on Beacon Hill that's perfect for everyone, with excellent Guamanian dishes and an outstanding burger.
Sunfish
Sunfish is an iconic West Seattle fish and chips spot that's only open for half the year—so use it wisely during those long summer days on Alki.
Buddha Ruksa
For a casual group dinner where you can pass around plates piled high with sticky garlic fried chicken and other Thai classics, head to Buddha Ruksa in West Seattle.
Seattle Fish Company
Seattle Fish Company is a West Seattle market and restaurant where you can buy fresh seafood by the pound, or eat that same seafood cooked for you. Make sure fish tacos and clam chowder hit the table.
Midnite Ramen
For the best ramen in town, head to Midnite Ramen—a food cart parked outside of Figurehead Brewing in Interbay.
Jinya Ramen Bar
If you're on the hunt for a tasty bowl of vegan ramen, look no further than Jinya Ramen Bar in Bellevue.
Silverlake Ramen
The buttery chashu at Silverlake Ramen is the best part of each soup bowl at this Kirkland spot.
Yoroshiku
At Yoroshiku, a Wallingford izakaya, the best dish here by a landslide is their wagyu ramen. You can skip everything else at this Japanese spot.
Menya Musashi Tsukemen & Ramen
Menya Musashi is a ramen spot on Capitol that serves a fantastic creamy curry ramen.