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Beecher's Handmade Cheese ($)
(3677 ratings)

1600 Pike Pl Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 956-1964
www.beechershandmadechees...
  • "World's Best" Mac & Cheese
    Oprah endorsed; looks good
4.5 out of 5
3677 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Cheesy Dishes); opened in 2003; multiple locations in NY & WI
Beth's CafeSee Beth's Cafe Video ($$)
(1480 ratings)

7311 Aurora Ave N Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 782-5588
www.bethscafe.com
  • 12-Egg Omelet
  • Southwestern Exposure
    challenge - 12 egg, 5 lb omelet w/ hash browns; Adam lost
3.5 out of 5
1480 ratings
#26 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
#4 (World's Best Places to Pig Out); est. 1954; started as a nickel slots gambling parlor, now a full restaurant; "Best Place to Cure a Hangover" (Seattle Magazine)
Bizzarro Italian Cafe ($$)
(992 ratings)

1307 N 46th St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 632-7277
www.bizzarroitaliancafe.c...
  • Clam Linguini
    fresh Manila clams from Puget sound tossed w/ housemade linguine in a white wine butter sauce w/ crispy house cured pancetta & roasted jalapeno; "in the top 5 I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; served only in season; looks good
  • Elk Bolognese
    wild Oregon elk w/ fennel, thyme, Mama lil's peppers & pork shoulder slowly simmered into a creamy ragu & tossed w/ handmade parpardelle ribbon pasta; looks good
4.0 out of 5
992 ratings
opened in 1986; quirky & fun pasta house w/ ever changing inspired decor..."The ambiance was perfect with a lot of things suspended from the ceiling and other things that reminded me of the Twilight zone..." (from Yelp! reviewer); everything is 100% housemade; Other Recipes: Gnocchi Cavofiore'
Bok a Bok Fried Chicken ($$)
(475 ratings)

1521 SW 98th St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 693-2493
  • Bowl of Shame
    bowl of kimchi mac & cheese, tater tots, bite-size fried chicken; topped w/ four-chili hot sauce, crispy garlic, crispy shallots, green onion, cheese sauce; looks good!
  • Sesame Soy Garlic Chicken Sandwich
    sandwich w/ fried chicken thigh, lemon aioli, sesame soy sauce
3.5 out of 5
475 ratings
fast casual joint serving American fried chicken w/ an Asian-Korean flair
Buckley's On Queen AnneSee Buckley's On Queen Anne Video ($$)
(396 ratings)

232 1st Ave W Map It!
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 691-0232
www.buckleysseattle.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Bar Food"
  • Baby Back Ribs
    dry rubbed, oven-cooked in plastic wrap & foil, deep-fried & coated in sweet Thai sesame sauce; looks good
3.5 out of 5
396 ratings
#2 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Bar Food); friendly neighborhood sports pub
Cantina Lena [CLOSED] ($$)
(335 ratings)

2101 5th Ave Map It!
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 519-5723
  • Cadillac Nachos
    rubbed & roasted bone-in pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaf & braised 6 hours in pork jus; piled on house corn chips w/ scratch made queso fundido & fresh guacamole; topped w/ pickled red onion & cilantro; looks good
3.5 out of 5
335 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2016; vibrant menu of Yucatan flavors
Cascina SpinasseSee Cascina Spinasse Video ($$$)
(1364 ratings)

1531 14th Ave Map It!
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 251-7673
www.spinasse.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Italian"
  • Tajarin al Ragu
    fine hand cut egg pasta w/ beef/pork-based ragu & topped w/ Parmesan; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
1364 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Italian); since 2008; simple, refined handmade pastas dishes grounded in authentic techniques from Piedmont region of Italy
ConfectionalSee Confectional Video ($$)
(489 ratings)

1530 Pike Pl Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 282-4422
www.theconfectional.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Chocolate"
  • Quadruple Chocolate Cheesecake
    dark chocolate blended right into batter w/ chunks of milk, white & an extra-dark chocolate added to the center for an extra chocolaty surprise; finished w/ a thick chocolate crust
4.5 out of 5
489 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Chocolate); "boutique bakery, offering exquisite, sinfully dense, baked cheesecakes and cheesecake truffles, made with Guittard chocolate and a hint of passion" (from its website); located in Pikes Place
Crab Pot ($$$)
(2645 ratings)

1301 Alaskan Way Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 624-1890
www.thecrabpotseattle.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Seattle"
  • Alaskan Sea Feast
3.0 out of 5
2645 ratings
at Pier 57; crabs poured onto table
Dahlia Lounge [CLOSED]See Dahlia Lounge Video ($$$)
(1599 ratings)

2001 4th Ave Map It!
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 682-4142
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Obsessions"
  • Lemon-Scallion Dungeness Crab Cakes
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
1599 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 1991; Other Recipes: Roasted Mussels w/ Spicy Pork Sausage
Easy Street Records and Cafe ($)
(670 ratings)

4559 California Ave SW Map It!
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 938-3279
www.easystreetonline.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Seattle, WA"
  • Horton Heat Hash
    fresh cooked hash w/ corned beef, bacon, onions, peppers, hash browns & house secret spices; served w/ 3 eggs any style & toast; looks good
4.0 out of 5
670 ratings
opened in 1988; record/CD shop + cafe/coffee bar; cafe is open 7am to 3pm every day (check website for updated hours)
Fran's ChocolatesSee Fran's Chocolates Video ($$$)
(197 ratings)

2626 NE University Village St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 528-9969
www.franschocolates.com
  • Coconut Gold Bars
    "it's like an Almond Joy bar, but this takes it up to a level that can't be beat"-Bobby Flay; sold in box of 7 or 14; can be shipped; looks good
4.5 out of 5
197 ratings
opened in 1982; artisan chocolatier
Georgia's Greek Restaurant & Deli ($$)
(197 ratings)

323 NW 85th St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 783-1228
www.georgiasgreekrestaura...
  • Keftethes
    Greek favorite: Ground lamb and beef patties with onions, eggs, garlic and a whole lot of herbs and spices.Baked in a red sauce, topped with feta; looks good
  • Lamb Gyro Platter
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
197 ratings
used to be an auto repair shop; owner gave his mom a quarter of the shop to cook which eventually turned to full-blown restaurant; Other Recipes: Solomo Kleftiko
Jack's Fish Spot ($)
(776 ratings)

1514 Pike Pl Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 467-0514
www.jacksfishspot.com
As Seen On:
Seafood Paradise
  • Alder Smoked King Salmon
    house specialty; combination of smoky & sweet; smoked daily; looks good
  • Cioppino
    popular dish; tomato-based seafood stew w/ salmon, prawns, mussels, clams & scallops
3.5 out of 5
776 ratings
since 1982; local favorite at Pike Place Market; fresh seafood; written up in Seattle's Weekly & W Magazine; motto: "Fresh Fish at a Fair Price"; long lines
Katsu Burger ($$)
(916 ratings)

6538 4th Ave S Map It!
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 762-0752
www.katsuburger.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Seattle, WA"
  • Mt. Fuji Mega Burger
    17-layers of grass-fed beef katsu (panko-ed & fried), natural chicken katsu, pork katsu, egg, bacon, cheddar, American, pepperjack, Wasabi mayo, spicy mayo, Tonkatsu sauce & others
4.0 out of 5
916 ratings
serving inspired Japanese fusion
La Isla Cuisine [CLOSED] ($$)
(1115 ratings)

2320 NW Market St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 789-0516
  • Pastelon
    Puerto Rican style lasagna; layers of sweet plantains, cheese & choice of filling; cooked to order & takes 20 minutes; choose from slow-roasted pulled pork w/ mojito flamboyan, seasoned ground beef, or veggie mix
4.0 out of 5
1115 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2003 as a street vendor; neighborhood favorite for Puerto Rican cuisine & drinks; both locations permanently closed
Le PichetSee Le Pichet Video ($$)
(1160 ratings)

1933 1st Ave Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 256-1499
www.lepichetseattle.com
  • Raclette Savoyarde
    Raclette cheese (aged 3-5 mo.) melted in small skillet which you pour on quartered seasoned potatoes on a plate that is served w/ charcuterie (plate of sliced prepared meat products and pickles); looks good
4.0 out of 5
1160 ratings
opened in 2000; 32-seat restaurant specializing in the regional cuisine and wine of France; "Best French Restaurant"-Seattle Weekly (2009)
LolaSee Lola Video ($$)
(4294 ratings)

2000 4th Ave Map It!
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 441-1430
tomdouglas.com/index.php?...
  • Made to Order Donuts
4.0 out of 5
4294 ratings
Matts in the Market ($$$)
(1128 ratings)

94 Pike St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 467-7909
www.mattsinthemarket.com
  • Salmon Chowder
    more brothy (& less creamy) than traditional New England chowder; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1128 ratings
Throwdown: Bobby Flay lost [recipe]; founded in 1996; located in Pike Place Fish Market
Mike's Chili ParlorSee Mike's Chili Parlor Video ($)
(414 ratings)

1447 NW Ballard Way Map It!
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 782-2808
www.mikeschiliparlor.com
  • Chili
    only meat (no beans); if you want beans, beans served underneath chili in bowl
  • Chili Burger
    chili is poured over burger & bun and topped w/ shredded cheese, onions & peppers; looks sloppy (good)
  • Chili Pasta
    topped w/ shredded cheese, onions & peppers
3.5 out of 5
414 ratings
opened in 1939; father-and-son team; chili on everything
Pam's KitchenSee Pam's Kitchen Video ($$)
(499 ratings)

1715 N 45th St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 696-7010
www.pams-kitchen.com
  • Curried Goat Roti
    pan-fried flat w/ goat along w/ lightly curried potatoes, garbanzo beans & salad w/ dairy-free house dressing; looks good
  • Dhalpuri
    tortilla-like flat bread; thin chickpea filled roti seasoned with cumin, fresh cilantro and garlic; traditionally served wrapped but can also be served on the side; enjoyed by itself or with a side dish; used for scooping, sopping & wrapping
  • Pelau
    like a "Trinidad Jambalaya"; boneless dark & white chicken swimming in an ocean of chopped carrots, celery, and white rice browned by pigeon peas or red beans; looks good
4.0 out of 5
499 ratings
"The best Caribbean food in Seattle" (from its website); written up in more than 30 food review sites and magazines; moved from original airing location (5000 University Way NE); Other Recipes: Aloo Pies
Paseo ($)
(5528 ratings)

4225 Fremont Ave N Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 545-7440
www.paseoseattle.com
  • Cuban Sandwich
    looks good
4.5 out of 5
5528 ratings
#33 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); "The Best Sandwiches in America" (Cuban Meat Sandwich)-Esquire Magazine (2008)
Pinoyshki Bakery & CafeSee Pinoyshki Bakery & Cafe Video ($)
(389 ratings)

715 E Pine St Map It!
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 322-2820
www.piroshkion3rd.com
  • Garlic Beef "Asado" Piroshki
    piroshkis are Russian pockets (meat filling wrapped in dough); "Asado" has Asian influence; "you can come down here and get this flavor bomb" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pelmeni Soup
    chicken soup w/ small dumpling nuggets filled w/ chicken & onion; served w/ sour cream; "dumplings are redunculous...soup is stealing the show!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
389 ratings
formerly "Piroshki on 3rd" at airing; since 1994; chef/owner Alyssa Anderson took over in 2016 & added her Filipino influences; strive to deliver the freshest & most delicious baked goods; well known for their cakes, piroshkies & soups
Pizzeria Credo [CLOSED] ($$)
(578 ratings)

4520 California Ave SW Map It!
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 402-3784
4.5 out of 5
578 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving Italian cuisine specializing in wood fired Napoletano-style, thin-crust pizza is made from imported Italian flour & tomatoes, w/ homemade mozzarella
Red Door [CLOSED] ($$)
(337 ratings)

3401 Evanston Ave N Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 547-7521
  • Beef Dip
    prime rib, white cheddar, horseradish aioli, baguette, au jus
  • Cod & Chips
    one of best sellers; beer-battered Alaskan wild cod, coleslaw, fries, tartar sauce
3.0 out of 5
337 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1988; serving old school pub menu & local craft beers; local favorite
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