Seattle Dining Guide

Seattle’s Best New Restaurants (and Bars)

Wondering where to eat in Seattle? Check out these 19 newcomers serving pasta, Japanese barbecue, even the occasional vegan crunch wrap.

09/24/2021 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Amber Fouts

Field Notes

Tyger Tyger Brings Big Sichuan Flavors to Seattle Center

The new Sichuan-inspired restaurant burns bright—and not just as a hockey hangout.

12/10/2020 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Amber Fouts

Exciting Developments

Brian Clevenger Doubles Down on West Seattle with Haymaker

Slated to open in late July, the chef's largest restaurant yet joins the ranks of Vendemmia, Raccolto, Le Messe, East Anchor Seafood, and G.H. Pasta Co.

06/27/2019 By Lily Hansen

Still Not Sated?

16 More New Spots You Need to Know

Kaiseki. Barbecue. Short rib pho. Our current restaurant landscape is equal parts indulgent and elegant.

10/23/2018 By Rosin Saez and Allecia Vermillion

Hit List

These Are Seattle's 12 Best New Restaurants

These are the meals that sent us into the night with an extra bounce in our step and a determination to come back again.

10/23/2018 By Rosin Saez and Allecia Vermillion Illustrations by Jordan Kay

In The Mood For Food

Here You Go: 4 New Destinations for Dinner

From fiery noodles in the Central District to island flavor combos in Edmonds.

01/29/2018 By Nosh Pit Staff

Pasta Dispatch

Brian Clevenger's New Eastlake Restaurant Is Slated to Open in January

Staying true to form, Le Messe will deliver on the usual Clevenger suspects: pasta, seafood, vegetables.

11/22/2017 By Rosin Saez

Sustenance

Here Are 4 New Destinations for Dinner

From Georgetown barbecue to French-Japanese creations in Mount Baker.

06/15/2017 By Allecia Vermillion

Opening Dispatch

Stateside Brings French Vietnamese to Pike Street

A chef with an impressive pedigree. A dining room that feels subtropical.

11/25/2014 By Allecia Vermillion

Opening Dispatch

Tom Douglas's Cantina Leña Is Juuuust About Ready to Open

Meat cooked in a fiery pit, plus handmade tortillas.

11/25/2014 By Allecia Vermillion

Opening Dispatch

Marination-Backed Good Bar Arrives in Pioneer Square

Yes, the space is amazing. But let's not overlook the food and drinks.

11/21/2014 By Allecia Vermillion

Opening Dispatch

Intermezzo Carmine Opens Today in Pioneer Square

Il Terrazzo Carmine's sibling cocktail bar has cicchetti, plenty of amaro, and an outdoor fireplace.

06/16/2014 By Allecia Vermillion

Article

Five Things You Need to Know About TanakaSan

Your guide to the Asian restaurant Tom Douglas has been hinting at for years.

09/03/2013 By Kathryn Robinson

Restaurant Openings

Ethan Stowell’s New Restaurant Mkt. to Open in Tangletown This Fall

He's at it again, folks!

08/28/2013 By Cassie Sawyer

Coming Soon

Newcomer Geo’s Cuban and Creole Is Bringing the Heat to Ballard

Two cuisines known for big flavor come together in spicy sandwiches and hearty gumbo.

08/01/2013 By Cassie Sawyer

See, Food

Five Reasons to Get Excited About RockCreek

This patio-filled pescetarian's nirvana opens later this month.

07/11/2013 By Cassie Sawyer

Action Items

Restaurant Shifts and Shakeups

This week: A new gluten-free bakery, more Menchie’s and Ezell’s, and a couple Capitol Hill closures.

07/13/2012 By Sarah Gambles

Action Items

Restaurant Shifts and Shakeups

Even more Ballard openings, drama at Ba Bar, juice bars take over Seattle, and more.

03/02/2012 By Anne Larkin

Action Items

Restaurant Shifts and Shakeups

This week: Skelly and the Bean opens, Damiana’s Blue Truck officially closes, and more.

02/24/2012 By Anne Larkin

Seattle Restaurant Openings

Cactus South Lake Union Shooting for Mid-November Open

Margaritas and Mexican food are imminent for the Amazon crowd.

11/03/2011 By Christopher Werner