The 10 Best Restaurants In Seattle Washington

Seattle boasts waterfront views, lush hikes, and a lively underground music scene. It is a city bursting with life and history from its start as a logging town to a now bustling tech hub. With such diversity in life comes diversity in food, and Seattle is no stranger to authentic and delicious dishes from around the world. Here are 10 of Seattle’s best restaurants.

1. Pam's Kitchen

Restaurant, Caribbean

Nestled in the eclectic neighborhood of Wallingford is a restaurant serving up flavorful plates from Trinidad. Carribean music fills the air as friendly faces welcome you to a little piece of paradise. It’s a dinner restaurant that has been a stop on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives(Guy went mad for their in-bone goat) and has topped restaurant lists in Seattle since its opening. The paratha, a flakey buttery bread, is handmade and comes out hot and fresh to the table. Anyone with a craving for spicy meat can order Pam’s Jerk Chicken, just make sure you wash it down with refreshing ‘sorrel’ – a hibiscus based drink that the locals say “tastes like Christmas.”

2. Thai Tom

Bar, Restaurant, Thai, Asian, Vegetarian

The University District is a quirky college neighborhood located next to one of Washington’s largest universities. Under the wild bar scene and students buzzing about is the unassuming Thai Tom. Make sure you get there early – there are only twenty seats in the place and people are willing to wait. When you do get in, try to snag a seat at the bar so you can watch the cooks make food right in front of your eyes – they sling noodles and spices with the utmost concentration and serve up what can only be the best plate of Pad-Thai you’ll have on the west coast. Pair your dish with their homemade Thai iced-tea and in you’re in for an unforgettable meal. Remember, it’s cash only!

3. The Innkeeper

Bar, American, Pub Grub, Beer

If you’ve never had an Opuntia, then you definitely must stop by The Innkeeper. Serving up fresh and interesting cocktails paired with Latin inspired bar food, this place is sure to satisfy your cravings while getting you out of the chaos of the city. Sit at one of their worn barrel tables, indulge in a gin and prickly pear cocktail, and tuck in to their fresh pulled pork tacos seasoned to perfection.

4. Annapurna Cafe

Cafe, Restaurant, American, Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian

You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into Nepal at this little restaurant in Capitol Hill. It is owned by Roshita Shrestha, who is a native of Nepal and traveled the country learning how to cook a variety of dishes. She takes inspiration from the cuisines of India, Nepal, and Tibet. Take in the dark atmosphere around you, order up one of their interesting saffron-infused Vodka cocktails, and let this place compliment your senses. You’ll be sent home happy and full by the end of your visit.