Film Letters

Where'd You Go, Bernadette Is Not Quite a Wreck

Maria Semple's novel is now a movie starring Cate Blanchett, and we have qualms.

08/16/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

#CowabungaSEA

Seattle Met Magazine’s Cowabunga Announces an All-Star Lineup of Chefs

The four-day food festival returns September 27–29.

08/13/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Coming Soon

New Bar La Dive Brings Natural Wine and Frozen Drinks to Pike/Pine

Bring on the frojolais; this place sounds fun as hell.

08/02/2019 By Allecia Vermillion

West Seattle Neighborhood Guide

The Best Restaurants in West Seattle

Buzzy newcomers, marvelous classics, tons of pizza—this part of town eats absurdly well.

07/29/2019 By Allecia Vermillion and Seattle Met Staff Edited by Anna Coumou

NEWSMAKERS

Perfect Party August 2019

Here’s who we’d invite if we could entertain this month’s most interesting visitors, locals, and newsmakers.

07/23/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

CRITIC’S PICKS

What We’re Eating Now August 2019

This month’s favorites: light-as-air shaved ice, lively Middle Eastern street food, and a Nordic riff on Seattle’s signature hot dog.

07/23/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Drinks, Ahoy

Sail Over to These Nautical Seattle Restaurants and Bars

No surprise, our water-bound region has a host of maritime spots where you can anchor for a bite—or a beer.

07/22/2019 By Seattle Met Staff Edited by Anna Coumou

Work Hard, Play Hard

Local Essentials: An Intern's Guide to Seattle

Skip the Space Needle and live like a Seattleite with this roundup of our favorite off-the-clock spots.

07/18/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Festival Season

15 Artists to See at Capitol Hill Block Party 2019

Besides Lizzo. Because you already know about Lizzo.

07/17/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Fun With Listicles

Where to Find Seattle's Top Middle Eastern Eats

Whether Turkish, Lebanese, or Arabic fare, you needn't leave the city to experience one of the world's richest flavor regions.

07/15/2019 By Seattle Met Staff Edited by Courtney Cummings

Bar Stool Dispatch

Erik Hakkinen's New Bar Roquette Is Open and It Is Lovely

The Belltown bar brings hardcore French vibes and French spirits, too.

07/11/2019 By Rosin Saez

Critic's Picks

The Best Restaurants in Georgetown Right Now

Eccentric, post-industrial, and home to everything from Nashville hot chicken to towering cakes.

07/08/2019 By Seattle Met Staff Edited by Courtney Cummings

Critic's Picks

The Best Restaurants in the University District Right Now

Sure, cheap college hangouts abound, but don't overlook this neighborhood or its nearby mall.

06/24/2019 By Seattle Met Staff Edited by Courtney Cummings

Fun with Listicles

24 Tropical Seattle Restaurants Where It's Always Summer

Maybe we can't be on island time 24/7, but these Hawaiian and Caribbean hangouts (plus tiki bars!) are the next best thing.

06/17/2019 By Seattle Met Staff Edited by Courtney Cummings

Fun with Listicles

10 Places to Grab a Bite Around Seattle Center

The Space Needle might be tourist-filled, but you can still eat like a local.

06/10/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

"Amazon's Choice"

The Best Restaurants in South Lake Union Right Now

Trust us, braving the lunch and happy hour crowds is worth it at these 21 spots.

06/03/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Seattle Cinema

SIFF 2019 Review Roundup May 29–June 5

This week in PNW premieres: all-male burlesque, a recovered silent film, and a documentary on homelessness.

05/29/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Critic's Picks

What We're Eating Now June 2019

This month's favorites: Korean fried chicken, halal Mexican food, and butter mochi waffles worth braving the brunch crowds.

05/29/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

NEWSMAKERS

Perfect Party June 2019

Here’s who we’d invite if we could entertain this month’s most interesting visitors, locals, and newsmakers.

05/29/2019 By Seattle Met Staff

Fun with Listicles

29 Seattle Japanese Restaurants That Won't Let You Down

We live in a city overflowing with excellent Japanese food. Whether you're craving top-notch ramen or hand-rolled sushi, these are the spots to seek out.

05/28/2019 By Seattle Met Staff