September 8, 2009

Tavern Law Seattle

A mahogany bar, legal books, and leather booths make a good case for drinking historic cocktails at this classic pub. Dishes like braised pork belly and fried oysters deliver favorable verdicts, too.

  Capitol Hill, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Classic Cocktails

March 5, 2009

Picnic Seattle

Charcuterie and cheese plates with wines to match. Try a fresh-roasted beet salad topped with smoky blue cheese and hazelnuts or a house-made pate on a baguette. Life should be a picnic.

  Northwest Seattle, Food & Drink, Farm Fresh, Light Bites

November 25, 2008

Gainsbourg Seattle

Drink to the dirty pop singer at this unassuming but charming French bar that offers smelly cheeses, fine wines, and cool cocktails like the Jane Birkin.

  Greenwood, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Beer

September 17, 2008

Poppy Seattle

Be enveloped by red and orange hues while you devour plates of routinely evolving thali (a platter of ten small dishes) from acclaimed local chef Jerry Traunfeld.

  Broadway, Food & Drink, Happy Hour, Light Bites

September 3, 2008

Kushibar Seattle

Northwest meets east at this hip Japanese street food spot. Leave the chopsticks behind and opt for skewered meats and veggies or sip a cup of udon.

  Belltown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Bar Menu

February 7, 2008

Ocho Seattle

Stop in for Spanish tapas and cocktails at this small, neighborhood bar that’s big on ambiance and olive oil.

  Adams, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Classic Cocktails

January 31, 2008

Taste Restaurant Seattle

If only school field trip fare had been this good. The Seattle Art Museum’s mod in-house restaurant satiates culture vultures with an oyster bar, scratch cocktails, seasonally inspired menus, and (of course) artful presentations.

  Central Waterfront, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Classic Cocktails