An independent poke bar run by Hawaiian native, Jaydean Gabriel, who puts his own touch on the popular dish. From the tako poke, octopus marinated in shoyu and kimchi, to the California roll take composed of imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado, Gabriel offers variety on top of classic tuna or salmon. Look out for intriguing rotating specials, like the loco moco, all offered to go.

A quaint restaurant right off Rainier Avenue South, just beyond the airport, Royal Orchid serves excellent Thai food by Buppha Booma (known best by her nickname “Chef Daeng”); a restaurant veteran with thirty plus years under her belt. Inside awaits pla lard prig, a wonderful whole fried fish in spicy sauce, fresh papaya salads, and golden yellow curries. Both takeout and limited dine-in are available.

Lauded for its whole fried catfish, this Vietnamese restaurant also nails comforting bowls of oxtail pho and paper-thin crepes. Open for both takeout and limited dine-in, with reservations accepted.

A sci-fi themed pizza restaurant (Star Trek fans may get a kick out of the gallery) offers whole pies and slices that have been delighting locals for years. The spicy monkey, a red sauce pie with smoked mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion, and a touch of cayenne is a stand out. Meanwhile, the Hawaiian Monkey is a great twist on the classic Hawaiian, but with provolone, almonds, and cinnamon (it all works, somehow). Order online for pickup or delivery.

At this vegetarian-focused Vietnamese restaurant, noodle bowls and pho are filled with tofu, seitan, or the restaurant’s own plant-based alternatives — which deliver in both flavor and texture. Open for both takeout and limited dine-in.

This exclusively African coffee roaster and cafe serves espresso drinks and excellent pour overs, but also sells beans by the pound. The coffee is sourced from a few farmers across several African nations with a focus on supporting women-owned growers. Customers can grab a cup to-go or join a monthly subscription service online.

This 25-year-old pub has 18 rotating taps of domestic and international beers, all of which can be enjoyed in its heated tent alongside towering burgers. Breakfast is served well into the afternoon (as it should be), giving ample time to try a fluffy omelet or a golden brown monte cristo. If not dining in, diners can order takeout with online preorders.

In 2015, Four Generals blazed a path for beer in the city as the first brewery in Renton. It specializes in German-style lagers, but also has a few IPAs too, and the schwarzbier with Boon Boona coffee is a dark lager infused with the neighboring cafe’s blend. There is limited seating, as well as to-go growler options. If staying, diners can bring their own snacks.

This waterfront bistro specializes in European classics, like boeuf bourguignon and osso bucco. Not to be missed are the cafe’s hand-cut fresh pastas, particularly the pappardelle with duck ragú. It’s open for both takeout and limited indoor dining.

This taco truck on Benson Hill serves some of the best carnitas and lengua tacos in the greater Seattle region. The truck’s speciality, a fish taco served with slaw and chipotle mayo, is always a great option, but the expansive menu also has plenty of enticing tortas and fajitas. Open for takeout daily.

Located in a cluster of businesses near a gas station on Sunset Boulevard, this place serves Asian fusion bar food, combining Korean and Thai flavors with American classics. The bulgogi cheesesteak is satisfyingly decadent, and so is the panang poutine. Takeout and limited dine-in are both available.