4 Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Seattle

Seattle, Washington, is well known for its bustling city districts and diverse social spaces, but it’s also a destination where comfort food cravings are expertly matched with authentic, heartwarming recipes guaranteed to soothe the soul. Whether you’re in the mood for traditional flavors or international delights, comfort food isn’t hard to come by at these top Seattle restaurants.

1. The Wandering Goose

Situated within the North Capitol Hill neighborhood is the Wandering Goose, a Southern-style cafe serving daily breakfast and lunch. Local favorites include biscuits and mushroom gravy, Boonville grits, and fried chicken sandwiches. You can also indulge in comfort sides such as collard greens and mac and cheese to complement your main dish. 

Additionally, the Wandering Goose is open on Fridays between 5 and 9 p.m. for a special fried chicken dinner. You’ll want to bring your appetite to this event as you’re treated with three pieces of buttermilk fried chicken, three side dishes, and a biscuit. Combine that with the cafe’s cozy, 30-seat interior, and you have a space perfect for a relaxing night.

2. CJ’s Eatery

Head toward Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood and make a stop at CJ’s Eatery for all-day breakfast, plus lunch and weekday specials. You can start with a morning pick-me-up like the Bourbon Street omelet with andouille sausage and pepper jack cheese or a classic serving of eggs any way you like, including eggs Benedict.

Other fan favorites we recommend are the corned beef hash, latkes (potato pancakes), and sweet French toast. For lunch, the menu expands to include salads, sandwiches, homemade soups, and chili, as well as beverage options such as coffee, tea, beer, wine, and mimosas.

3. Wann Yen Cafe

We swap traditional U.S. comfort dishes with authentic Thai recipes at this next establishment, many of which are prepared with free-range chicken and organic tofu. You can select a special off the daily in-house menu or sample a standard staple like Panang curry pork served over a bed of Jasmine rice.

Other delicacies include the Khao Mun Gai, a poached chicken over garlic ginger rice and a side of winter melon soup, or the Pad Thai noodles with your choice of meat, seafood, or tofu. Don’t forget to pair your dish with one of Wann Yenn’s refreshing drink options. These span from fruit juice and iced tea to traditional Thai shaved ice with coconut milk and sweet-infused toppings.

4. Ma’Ono

Asian fusion cuisine is a specialty at Ma’Ono. Menus vary slightly between the two locations in West Seattle and University Village, though dishes tend to range from Kalua pig tacos to spicy fried chicken to the Loco Moco — a combination of ground chuck steak, Portuguese sausage, rice, gravy, and a fried egg.

Side dishes are just as creative and include Korean chili kimchi and a curry-bacon fried rice blend. Looking for food and drink specials, too? Happy hour at Ma’Ono takes place between Wednesday and Sunday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Everyone can agree comfort food is a staple for most, especially when particular cravings hit. Fortunately for Seattle residents, these top restaurants know just how to serve up some of the best comfort food in the Pacific Northwest.

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