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Nobody Wants a McDonald’s in Chinatown

McDonald’s wants to put a new store in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District (CID). Almost nobody thinks that’s a good idea. They are decidedly not loving it. Last night, about 80 CID residents and supporters packed the meeting of the International Special Review District (ISRD), the neighborhood’s historic preservation board. Impassioned public comments, handmade protest signs in Chinese and English, and several people in Ronald McDonald-esque clown masks injected the typically sleepy meeting with life.

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8 Regional Hot Dog Styles and Stands, From Chicago to Seattle

From Chicago's garden of toppings to Seattle's cream cheese, eight regional hot dog styles and stands, each with its own bun, sauce and story. The post 8 Regional Hot Dog Styles and Stands, From Chicago to Seattle appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Chicago, IL · 1d

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7 dishes from the year of Seattle's 1962 World's Fair, from alder-smoked salmon to glazed char siu

The Century 21 Exposition opened April 21, 1962, on a 74-acre site in Seattle, and the Space Needle had gone up from groundbreaking to finished tower in about a year so it would be ready for opening day. Nearly ten million visitors came through before the gates closed on October 21. The food that got the most attention was the Belgian waffle, which Walter Cleyman served with strawberries and whipped cream at two stands, selling more than half a million of them over six months.

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A Small Price and Big Flavor Make This Washington Bakery’s Donut Worth the Drive

A bag of mini donuts is easy to agree to share before you’ve had the first one. Once they’re warm from the fryer and covered in cinnamon sugar, the arrangement might need another look. At this little counter, the frying happens right in front of the line. You...

Seattle, WA · 3d

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Pierogi By The Dozen Fill The Freezers At These 6 Washington Eastern European Delis

Cream cheese pierogi in a tiny Central Washington lake town. That one detail sent me down a very delicious rabbit hole. It turns out Washington has a whole network of Eastern European delis hiding in plain sight. Some sit on busy city streets. Others share a main drag with small-town...

Seattle, WA · 21h

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Ballard Bar Owner Swaps Kangaroos For Cowboy Boots With Country Roads

Bradley Howe, who has run the Australian-themed Kangaroo & Kiwi in Ballard for 25 years, is opening a second bar just about 50 steps from his original spot — this one themed entirely around country music, line dancing and karaoke. The new bar, called Country Roads, takes over the former Shingletown Saloon space in the neighborhood and is expected to draw both longtime regulars and a younger weekend crowd.

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Dave's Hot Chicken Sets Nov. 20 Grand Opening in West Seattle Junction

Dave's Hot Chicken has locked in its launch plan for West Seattle, with previews set for November 18 and a grand opening at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 20, in the Alaska Junction. The new restaurant is moving into the former Haymaker space, adding another fast-casual chicken option to a stretch of California Ave SW that's already seen plenty of turnover this year.

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Why DORIS Should Be on Your Seattle Cocktail Radar

From the hospitality veterans behind some of Seattle’s most recognizable restaurant and gathering spaces, DORIS is an intimate, design-forward destination where classic cocktails, thoughtful food, and meaningful connections take center stage. Seattle’s Pioneer Square has no shortage of history, but its latest addition is giving the neighborhood something distinctly...

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Ruby’s Restaurant at Pike Place Market is Seattle’s new go-to spot for veggie-focused fare: Here’s what to order

Pike Place Market has a fresh new addition for diners looking for creative, vegetable-forward fare. Ruby’s Restaurant, which opened in October 2026, is bringing a Pacific Northwest-inspired approach to the market’s dining scene, with a menu that puts seasonal vegetables front and center. Whether you’re stopping in for morning coffee and a pastry or settling in for a fresh lunch, Ruby’s offers a welcoming spot to enjoy thoughtfully prepared food with a focus on local ingredients and sustainability.

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La Mar + Woodinville Whiskey Co. = A Special Dinner Event

The collaborative dinner series at La Mar, featuring local wineries and distilleries, is a culinary adventure worth taking. On Nov. 13, La Mar will join forces with Woodinville Whiskey Co. Chef Kaoru Chang has been developing this year’s dinners around the global narrative of shared heritage inspired by wineries that reflect aspects of Spain, Peru, and Washington. The dinner with Woodinville Whiskey is a holiday homecoming, which will reflect a New American approach to the special menu. What has been named one of the 50 greatest whiskeys of the 21st century by luxury list-maker the Robb Report, a selection of Woodinville’s core whiskeys as well as surprise offerings are being paired with Chang’s vibrant cuisine.

Woodinville, WA · 3d

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Experience a unique night out in Seattle at this Japanese-style listening bar in Ballard

Looking for a Seattle night out that’s a little different from the usual bar scene? Shibuya HiFi in Ballard is turning up the volume on vinyl culture, pairing expertly crafted cocktails with high-fidelity sound systems and thoughtfully curated music sessions. Located at 4912 Leary Ave NW, Shibuya HiFi is...

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Pick Up Wood-Smoked Brisket By The Pound At These 6 Washington Barbecue Joints

Cinnamon sugar butter on hush puppies is a real thing at one Washington barbecue spot. It shares a menu with brisket sold by the pound. I had to read that twice, and honestly, I wish I had thought of it first. Another joint on this list smokes its meat over...

MyNorthwest.com

‘The prices here are outrageous’: Gee and Ursula discuss Seattle dining costs as her favorite restaurant closes

KIRO host Ursula Reutin’s favorite Seattle restaurant is closing, and KIRO host Gee Scott sees a broader problem behind the struggles facing local dining spots: Customers cannot keep absorbing higher prices. On “The Gee and Ursula Show” on KIRO Newsradio, Ursula shared that Revel, the Fremont restaurant where she...

Seattle, WA · 4d

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The Warm Raspberry Jam Scones Washington Families Swear Fair Season Isn’t Complete Without

Warm scones split down the middle and filled with butter and raspberry jam are a fair snack so beloved that, for plenty of fairgoers, the day feels unfinished without one. I believe that’s a big job for one small pastry. Then again, few treats in Washington carry this much...

Puyallup, WA · 4d

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The Middle-Of-Nowhere Washington Restaurant That’s Well Worth The Country Drive

Most people have never heard of Silvana, Washington, and those people are missing out on one of the finest breakfast experiences the entire Pacific Northwest has to offer. Willow & Jim’s Country Cafe is tucked into this quiet rural community in Snohomish County, and it’s the kind of place that makes you feel genuinely grateful you took the scenic route.

Snohomish County, WA · 5d

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This Old-School Washington Deli’s Reuben Is So Huge It’s Worth the Detour to Bellevue

The Reuben here is so tall that plenty of people give up on their hands and reach for a fork and knife. That’s not a gimmick. That’s just how this sandwich arrives. The corned beef gets piled high, and the sandwich lands next to a scoop of potato salad. Pastrami gets the same generous treatment.

Bellevue, WA · 6d

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This Danish Bakery In Washington Opens At 5:30 Every Morning With Almond Kringle And Marzipan Frogs

A marzipan frog filled with buttercream sits in a Seattle bakery case, and it might be the cutest sugar bomb in Washington. I can’t imagine walking past one without at least a second glance. That little frog has famous company. The same shop bakes almond kringle, princess cake, marzipan...

Seattle, WA · 5d

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Seven Washington Bakeries Where Locals Line Up Early For Fresh Donuts Every Weekend

Some weekend plans start with a hike or a ferry ride, but plenty of Washington mornings start in a donut line. From a Scandinavian-flavored bakery in Poulsbo to a Spokane shop that has been frying for decades, these seven spots draw early crowds on Saturdays and Sundays for good reason.

Seattle, WA · 4d

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Stock Your Freezer with Seattle’s Best Dumplings

We tasted a dozen dumpling brands, and the best ones aren’t sold at the supermarket. Frozen dumplings sit on the God tier of quick dinners. Depending on the flavor, they form a complete meal—protein, carb, and veg—on their own, and most go from freezer to plate in less time than it would take to so much as choose a restaurant from which to order in. But there’s something better than the shiny packages from supermarket shelves.

Seattle, WA · 3d

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