The Food Tour of Seattle, WA

If you’re headed to the great and majestic Pacific Northwest, finding the perfect eateries is crucial. From heavy meals to light, snacks to dessert, we’ve got you covered on all things edible.  

Coffee

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Storyville Coffee

If you’ve decided to avoid the line at the original Starbucks in Pike Place Market, good call. Snap your picture and then head over to Storyville Coffee. With its intimate setting and childhood aesthetic, your cup of coffee will taste even better.

 

Breakfast

Healeo

Looking for a post-workout pick-me-up? Head to Healeo for cold pressed juice. Juice bars are all the rage these days, and Healeo’s fresh ingredients and nutrients make their juice worth it.

Columbia City Bakery

Columbia City is a great stop to pop in and grab a pastry and coffee before hitting the road, or conversely, to sit and chat with an old friend. Quaint and local, this bakery serves great treats to satisfy your breakfast cravings.

 

Brunch/Lunch

Portage Bay Cafe

Portage Bay Cafe

It is no exaggeration to say that Portage Bay Cafe has amazing brunch. The unique factor about Portage Bay is their breakfast bar. Order from a delectable variety of pancakes or French toast and head to the bar to top with an assortment of fruits, nuts, whipped cream, syrup, and more. Or if you’d prefer something savory, order straight from the menu. The Migas quesadillas are fantastic.

Essential Baking Company

Essential Baking makes lunch easy. Order a sandwich or a salad, or get half of both. You can’t go wrong with the Pacific Northwest salad to truly feel like a local. Essential also has plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.

 

Dinner

Beecher’s Cheese

Critically acclaimed to have the World’s Best Mac & Cheese, this hotspot in Pike Place Market always has a line out the door. Order your Mac & Cheese with a side of roasted poblanos and chicken, savory pork and mushrooms, and so much more. It’s basically Mac & Cheese Heaven.

Monsoon East

Seattle is known for the diversity in culture, and therefore the diversity in food. Broaden your horizons at Monsoon East and enjoy some quality Vietnamese food. Can’t make a choice? Order tapas-style and share amongst the table.

 

Dessert

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Hello Robin Cookies

Treat yourself to an ice cream sandwich at Hello Robin. Choose two cookies and ice cream flavor and savor this cute dessert. The cookies are freshly baked all day, and include flavors such as Birthday Cake, Mackles’more, Orange Habanero Chocolate Chip, and many more.

Hot Cakes

Enjoy a gourmet cake experience with your choice of hot, molten cake paired with a scoop of ice cream. Dark chocolate, peanut butter, and s’mores are all superb choices.

So whether you’re in Seattle for a layover or for a vacation, take advantage of the immense choices at your convenience.