25 Essential Washington Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Washington.
JOEY U-Village
Seattle
Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Bellevue
Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wines & beers.
JOEY Bellevue
Bellevue
Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.
K&M Drive-In
Camas, Washington
Fast-food joint with a community ethos serving burgers, fries & ice creams from local produce.
Cascadia Pizza Restaurant and Brewery
Bellevue, Washington
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Serves local specialty.
Philly Ya Belly - Everett
Everett, Washington
Casual spot prepping Philly-style cheesesteak sandwiches & sides like fries & onion rings.
Pizzeria Pulcinella
Seattle, Washington
Pizzeria serving wood-fired Neapolitan pies & other Italian fare in a vintage building.
Moose Creek Barbeque
Arlington, Washington
Generous portions of slow smoked BBQ, plus sandwiches & sides offered at this rustic, casual eatery.
El Fat Cat Grill
Kennewick, Washington
Down-home Mexican food & lunch specials served from a family-owned food truck.
Duke's Seafood South Lake Union
Seattle, Washington
Local chain serving market-fresh seafood, grass-fed burgers & cocktails in informal surroundings.
Maharaja: The Taste of India
Kennewick, Washington
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for.
Russell's Restaurant & Loft
Bothell, Washington
American fare served in a converted barn with a cathedral ceiling & simple, elegant country decor.
Spiro's Pizza & Pasta
Shoreline, Washington
Laid-back, family-owned outfit serving familiar Italian dishes including pizza, pasta & sandwiches.
Fork Mediterranean Grill
Mountlake Terrace, Washington
Counter-serve hub for gyros, shawarma, kebabs & other traditional Mediterranean-Middle Eastern eats.
D’ La Santa
Seattle, Washington
Convivial offering for an array of Mexican fare from tacos to wagyu carne asada plus margaritas.
Rio Bravo
North Bend, Washington
Easygoing, counter-serve joint offering Mexican fare such as tacos & enchiladas, plus patio seating.
Zouave Restaurant
Seattle, Washington
Italian comfort food, beer & wine served in a snug, down-to-earth setting with a back patio.
Gorgeous George's
Seattle, Washington
Sizable servings of Mediterranean cuisine in a quaint eatery with large windows & homemade desserts.
Big River Grill
Stevenson, Washington
Comfy roadhouse serving American chow & craft beers amid wood booths, a long bar & sporting decor.
Chinook's At Salmon Bay
Seattle, Washington
Local institution serves up seafood in an airy, industrial dining room or on the waterside patio.
JAFRA
Des Moines, Washington
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as disabled-owned, Identifies as Indigenous-owned, Identifies as Latino-owned.
Nell Thorn
La Conner, Washington
Refined, locally sourced American fare served in a cozy waterfront restaurant with happy hour.
Pizza Twist
Seattle, Washington
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Indigo Lynnwood
Lynnwood, Washington
Comfort foods, many draft beers & cocktails are served in a clubby, woods-&-brick space.
Namaste The Royal Taste Of India
Bellingham, Washington
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.