Dome Burger

I often crave a decent burger at lunch time. Working in the International District, this is a problem. Things were looking up when Mumu’s Burgers & Crepes opened up in the Uwajimaya food court. There was often a long line for their cooked to order burgers. Then Mumu’s sold out to [...]

Tenoch Mexican Grill

Tenoch is a nice oasis of Mexican goodness in the International District. It is a frequent stop for me and my co-workers at lunch. We were so excited when it opened a few years ago, and have gone about once a week since then.
I used to always get the pork burrito with black [...]

Golden City

Last week, I tried Golden City for lunch with some co-workers. Golden City is known for their $3.95 lunch specials. You get a good sized portion of one of 40 choices over rice, served in a pyrex pie plate. For an extra $2, you can have your entree with fried rice, noodles, [...]

Shanghai Garden

My favorite Chinese place in town is Shanghai Garden in the International District. I eat there a couple times a month for lunch. If I’m eating by myself, I typically get either the Kung Pao Chicken (very garlicky and delicious) or Chicken in Black Bean Sauce (very basily and delicious).
The one constant complaint [...]

Sushi in Seattle

Fresh, raw, slimy fish served with a side of sinus-clearing wasabi…..is there anything better? If I had to eat one type of food for the rest of my life, it would be Japanese. I have sushi at least once a week, but also love the full array of Japanese delicacies served at more [...]