Paju is an exceptional Korean restaurant in Queen Anne.

Stoneburner is an Italian-American spot in Ballard with great Neapolitan pizza and not-so-great pasta.

Windy City Pie is a pizzeria in Phinney Ridge that serves amazing Chicago-style deep dish.

Il Nido is an upscale Italian restaurant in West Seattle that specializes in homemade pasta and isn’t worth the hype.

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.

Sushi Kashiba is a Seattle institution and has the best sushi in the city.

Kiriba Sushi is a Japanese restaurant inside of a little house in Shoreline that serves reasonably-priced nigiri and maki rolls.

Samara is an American restaurant in Ballard that specializes in grilled dishes and excellent baked goods.

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.

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

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

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

Lucinda Grain Bar is an American restaurant in Ravenna that serves small plates, sandwiches, pasta, and grain bowls.

Central Smoke is a spot in the Central District that serves Asian-inspired barbecue and great cocktails.

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

Little Duck is a great Northeastern Chinese restaurant in the University District.