Eat & Drink

Feature

Renee Erickson's Accidental Empire

The unusual dynamic between the chef and her partners has given Seattle some of its most essential restaurants—and a lot of surprises along the way.

07/08/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Illustrations by Jonny Ruzzo

Whoa

Mike Easton Pauses Bar Bacetto for New Role at Abeja

And now, some big dining news out of wine country.

06/26/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Awards & Accolades

The James Beard Awards' Lone Moment of Seattle Pride

Local chefs didn't get any hardware, but one chef with a long history here did.

06/11/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Field Notes

At Sophon, Cambodian Culture Meets Craft Cocktails

Karuna Long’s Khmer restaurant celebrates his heritage. And his bartending background.

06/11/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Expansion Mode

About That New Project from the Saint Bread Team

Yasuaki Saito's new restaurant, the Wayland Mill, will serve Americana by way of Japan.

06/07/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Here's the Beef

Sam’s Tavern’s Small Burger Is the Perfect Size

Sometimes a little is more than enough.

06/03/2024 By Allison Williams

Next Chapters

Cafe Juanita's Chef de Cuisine Makes a Big Move to Cafe Lago

Lauren Thompson is evolving Carla Leonardi's classic Italian restaurant. But not too much.

05/28/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Opening Dispatch

Now Open: One of the Year's Most Promising New Restaurants

At Ramie, the siblings behind Ba Sa take Vietnamese food in a new direction.

05/22/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

No Peanuts

Alaska Airlines Brings Back Hot Food for Main Cabin Fliers

We tried it. Here's our verdict.

05/22/2024 By Allison Williams

Next Chapters

Eight Row Will Close in June

Chef David Nichols says his orchard-driven Greenlake restaurant will return. It's just not clear when.

05/13/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Hotness

Oh, Hello—University Village Is Getting a Bagel Shop

And not just any bagel shop. Popular popup Hey Bagel will land in the current Brandy Melville space.

04/29/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Expansion Mode

Renee Erickson's Restaurant Group Plans a Beer Hall and Pizza Bar in Pioneer Square

The former FX McRory's will make way for Lowlander Brewery, Un Po Tipsy Pizzeria, and a full-service restaurant that's more classic Erickson.

04/24/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Expansion Mode

A Big Move for One of Seattle's Most Compelling Restaurants

Paju's new South Lake Union location could bring new prominence to a restaurant that's long deserved it.

04/24/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Reopening Dispatch

Bellevue's New Din Tai Fung Is Twice as Big as the Original

Xiao long bao for all...now with art installations and washi paper chandeliers.

04/16/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Neighborhood Dining Guide

Where to Eat on Phinney Ridge

This used to be a low-key neighborhood for dining. Then—boom.

04/15/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Field Notes

The Magic of Taurus Ox’s Lao Burger, Now Available in Pizza

The owners’ divey new spot, Ananas Pizzeria, also makes a case for pineapple.

04/10/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Amber Fouts

Dining Guide

The Best Breakfasts in Seattle

Why save waffles for the weekend?

04/08/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Field Notes

At Kilig, Melissa Miranda Mixes Comfort with Creativity

When Musang closed, Melissa Miranda’s casual new soup spot got a new set of responsibilities.

04/05/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Awards & Accolades

And Seattle's James Beard Award Finalists for 2024 Are...

Damn, Washington restaurants and chefs had a good day. Six local names moved forward.

04/03/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Neighborhood Dining Guide

Where to Eat in Seattle's Georgetown Neighborhood

From lunch counters to layer cakes.

03/27/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Seattle Met

Eat & Drink

Renee Erickson's Accidental Empire

Mike Easton Pauses Bar Bacetto for New Role at Abeja

The James Beard Awards' Lone Moment of Seattle Pride

At Sophon, Cambodian Culture Meets Craft Cocktails

About That New Project from the Saint Bread Team

Sam’s Tavern’s Small Burger Is the Perfect Size

Cafe Juanita's Chef de Cuisine Makes a Big Move to Cafe Lago

Now Open: One of the Year's Most Promising New Restaurants

Alaska Airlines Brings Back Hot Food for Main Cabin Fliers

Eight Row Will Close in June

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