Pink Door
Cozy, beautiful, and during Christmas, magical. Check out the live jazz band or trapeze artist while you eat.
Thali House
The most authentic Indian food I've had in Seattle, served Thali style by the hippie owner who lived in India for 20 years! The samosa chaat is a must.
Pie Bar
Sweet and savory pie by the slice. Don't leave without trying the Deserted Island a la mode.
Rustic/hipster feel, love the chicken/onion marmalade sandwich
Wins the best biscuit award
Banana pancakes and gingerbread waffles!
Quaint little brunch place converted from an old craftsman style home
Feels like a cozy kitchen (with food you probably wouldn't cook at home)
Brunch with a Korean twist
Warm baked bread, seasonal creative sandwiches like pumpkin or cranberry turkey, fresh ingredients
Malaysian street food in Cap Hill. Menu always changing but it's always spicy and yummy.
I'd never heard of this before Seattle, but it's great. In between frozen yogurt and ice cream, but a bit eggier.
Top-rated yelp in Seattle (and among top 10 in the US). A lot of food and very messy. Go early or else bread runs out, or call ahead to pick up your order in person, no wait (!).
Even better than Paseos, and run by its original management. Sketchy location but best Cuban sandwiches ever.
Best gyro in Seattle.
Oldest Greek restaurant in U district, owned by an old Greek woman. She'll recommend some great dishes.
Pizza by the slice, perfectly crispy.
Cozy communal feel. Get the pear cardamom muffin!
The perfect atmosphere to work or socialize, with a variety of seating for both
Café adjoined to a science and technical bookstore - my favorite
An old house, each room with personality
Has a "quiet room" in the back for complete silence
Get the Taste of Africa, a garlicky Jordanian goodness with imported spices. Belly Dancer on Saturday nights!
Deep dish deliciousness with a sweet, chunky tomato sauce. Best pizza in Seattle.
One of the top 10 restaurants in the world by the New York Times - justifiably. Bonus: watch the cooks make dumplings from scratch through the window while you wait (go early!)
Modern Middle Eastern cuisine, fresh unlimited warm pita bread. Try the Muhammara (pomegranate/walnut/cumin)
Intimate setting, excellent Italian!
Authentic family-owned Greek food
Street food from around the world. Try the Caribbean-spiced goat curry
An entire wall of 100+ candles that takes 1 hour to light each night - gorgeous
Go-to place for margaritas and a good serving of guac
Super hipster, super delicious. Love the Portland ketchup.
Paella Mondays, 3 varieties, each $30