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As hard as it might be to hear, the burgers at Dick's Drive-In aren't that great. Even so, there's still a time and place for a deluxe and oil-soaked sack of fries at this classic Wallingford fast food institution.
Tony's is a Vietnamese bakery and deli in Hillman City that serves some of the best bánh mì in town. Whatever you do, get the lemongrass fish.
Burgermaster is a classic drive-in that serves burgers, fries, onion rings, and milkshakes. Bill Gates loves it, and we do too.
Oriental Mart is a Filipino institution at Pike Place Market that serves phenomenal longanisa and adobo, among other things.
You don't have to spend a lot at these restaurants to come away satisfied.
Mojito is a fun spot in Maple Leaf for a cheap group dinner. Be sure to get a plate full of arepas and paselitos.
Phin is an extremely special Vietnamese coffee shop in the International District that also serves waffles.
This excellent Mexican spot in Ballard takes residency at Fair Isle Brewing's kitchen three days a week, and they serve tacos worthy of pairing with lots of saison.
For excellent fried chicken sandwiches at University Village, skip Shake Shack—head to Ma'ono instead.
For some of the best smashburgers in Seattle, look for Smash That Burger Co., a truck parked at The Growler Guys in Maple Leaf.
Broiler Bay is one of our go-to burger joints in Bellevue. Get yours with onion rings and a milkshake.
At Maruta Shoten in Georgetown, you can pick up some of Seattle's best sushi for less than $20.
Slice Box is a pizzeria in Sodo that serves great New York-style pies. Get the Sicilian pepperoni.
Cafe Con Leche is a Cuban Restaurant in Sodo that serves tasty empanadas and sandwiches.
Mt. Joy is one of many Capitol Hill fried chicken sandwich shops that stays open late—but it happens to be our favorite.
Bagel Oasis is the best bagel shop in Seattle—hit it for bagels that are alarmingly similar to those you'd find on the East Coast.
Pasteleria Y Panaderia La Ideal is an excellent Mexican bakery in South Park.
Billiard Hoang is pool hall and restaurant in Columbia City that is among Seattle's best Vietnamese spots.
Local Tide is a seafood restaurant in Fremont that serves fish sandwiches, shrimp toast, a weekend-only crab roll, and a fantastic burger.
Rojo's Mexican Food is a vegan taqueria in Pioneer Square that works well for a sit-down lunch.
You know Paseo, but Un Bien is better. It’s where the original family works now, and the Caribbean sandwiches in Ballard are the city’s best.
You'll find the biggest and best Seattle dog at T-Mobile Park at this vendor.
The street vendor outside Climate Pledge Arena sells plump Seattle dogs that make for a great pre-game or pre-concert snack.