“Where should I eat in Seattle?” Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifer, that question is seemingly simple but the answers are infinitely complex. Some of the main factors to consider are the type of food, price point, neighborhood, and occasion.
That’s why Eater’s map of the 38 best restaurants in Seattle exists. This curated list of suggestions attempts to capture the diversity of the food scene in the Seattle metro area, from 12-seat fine dining Filipino destinations to Indian street food takeout spots, from classic French bistros to modern sushi bars, and so much more. Every place on the list has been open for at least six months, proving its merit.
Like many menus, this map updates every quarter — removal from the Eater 38 doesn’t mean a restaurant isn’t still awesome and won’t return in the future. New to the map as of August 2026: unassuming neighborhood gem Three Sacks Full; seafood-focused French bistro L’Oursin; and La Cabaña, where you can find some of the city’s best pupusas.
Discover your next favorite Seattle restaurant, create your own maps, and trade notes with fellow diners in the Eater app for iOS.
A note on pricing: $ means entrees are mostly under $10, a $$ means entrees are mostly under $20, $$$ means under $30, and $$$$ means entrees are more expensive than that, or it is primarily a tasting menu restaurant. (Prices are always subject to change.)
If your favorite isn’t on here, email seattle@eater.com. For the newest places that food obsessives are flocking to, check out the Eater Seattle Heatmap, updated monthly.
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