Critic's Notebook

Here’s Where to Find Great Grain Bowls in Seattle

Because they are having a moment.

06/27/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Raw Halibut Is All Over Menus Now

Come with me to one Capitol Hill block.

06/20/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Review

Saint Helens Cafe: Hot on the Burke-Gilman Trail

Seattle's busiest restauranteur plants this sunny French bistro on Seattle’s signature bike path.

06/20/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Mamnoon Launches Brunch This Weekend

And I tried one of the items, and it’s insane.

06/16/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Ponti to Close July 2

Say farewell to the steady fishhouse with the brilliant location.

06/13/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

These Seattle Restaurants Are Doing Something Awesome with Their Burgers

Good for you, good for the planet…what’s not to love?

06/09/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Where Seattle’s Best Chefs Are Dining

Pay attention to where the pros go.

06/06/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Bike Cafes Are Seattle’s New Thing

And not a minute too soon for this gorgeous weekend.

06/02/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

The Heartbreak of Choosing Next Hot Chefs

And the tale of one who got away.

05/31/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Breakfast and Lunch Now Easier at London Plane

Boxed lunches, baby.

05/26/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Right Here: Seattle’s Next Hot Chefs 2016

Bet you’d like to know how we picked ‘em.

05/23/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Best Chefs

Seattle's Next Hot Chefs 2016

These five men and women are the future of Seattle dining. A future full of locavore tacos, Edomae sushi, and swaggering vegetable dishes.

05/23/2016 By Kathryn Robinson and Allecia Vermillion

Critic's Notebook

Phad Thai May Be More Interesting Than You Think

A little talk with Wiley Frank.

05/19/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Opening Dispatch(es)

2 Restaurant Rebirths Are Happening Right Now

Mama's Mexican Kitchen is officially Mama's Cantina, complete with upgraded food and frozen margaritas. Over in Ballard, San Fermo trattoria opens in a historic building.

05/13/2016 By Allecia Vermillion

Critic's Notebook

Why Nirmal’s Is Making Such a Splash in Seattle

You know, besides 10 rotating varieties of dal.

05/12/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Take It Outside

17 of Seattle's Best Patios

Because it’s never too early to start thinking about alfresco dining.

05/10/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Why Renee Erickson Won the James Beard Award

And why it should've been in the name of one of her worthier restaurants.

05/04/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

How Does Harvest Beat Compare to the Incomparable Sutra?

Let’s just say Seattle vegans aren’t being quiet about it.

05/02/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Critic's Notebook

Seattle Loves Its Italian Sandwiches

Remember when panini were breaking news? Well, say hello to piadine.

04/28/2016 By Kathryn Robinson

Review

At Nirmal’s, Seattle Finally Gets Its Destination Indian

Chef Nirmal Monteiro brings playful, precise Indian cuisine to Pioneer Square.

04/22/2016 By Kathryn Robinson