Seoul Meat Co.

Don't count on this Korean BBQ place for any impromptu situation—during prime dinner hours, wait times can be up to two hours long. But don't let that stop you. Much like everything at The Village At Totem Lake in Kirkland, Seoul Meat Co. is state of the art, with polished grill tops, a giant “AYCE” neon sign, and vent fans that look like robots hanging over your table. Their protein selection is serious, with 15 different cuts of beef and 10 types of pork rubbed in seasonings like curry powder or truffle salt. But it’s their seafood items that shine, like cajun mussels and huge shrimp doused in creamy garlic butter. Plus, they have covered and heated outdoor seating, which is ideal for anyone who doesn't want to smell like seared brisket for the next three days.