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Cocina Casera

4.9 (24 reviews)
Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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Super cute, cozy spot with delicious South American inspired dishes. Everything seemed thoughtfully prepared and well balanced, service was warm and inviting- we will definitely be back! Try the pisco sour, the canoa, the arepa, the empanadas, and the desserts. All the sauces! Not a dish we weren't impressed with and we thought it was affordably priced.

Inside: View from the Entrance

I never had Venezuelan food before and was excited to give it a try. The owners are hospitable and friendly. They clearly put a lot of love into the food and service. The food is tasty and service is quick. It definitely feels like you're having a family meal. Seating and parking are limited. Bonus: They offer a completely halal menu making this a fairly unique option for halal eaters.

Arepa! We tried both beef and vegan chorizo. The salad was also perfect!

Delicious! Fantastic atmosphere and service. Do yourself a favor and try this place. The sauce was very tasty (and is sold in to-go jars!) the arepas were delish and a we loved the welcoming atmosphere!

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Very quaint small place. 3 tables inside, 2 outside on the sidewalk, but don't let that deter you. The food was fantastic and the service great too. As we waited for our food which came fairly quick we saw no less than 6 other customers come in and either pick up to go orders or delivery patrons picking up for their customers. If you're in "rat city" give it a try you won't be disappointed.

the spread:  back left: Latin Spiced Bowl front right: empanadas  back right: A la Plancha Bento Box with chicken

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Delicious food, unique flavors, aware and knowledgeable about celiac and dietary restrictions

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1 year ago

I haven't been impressed by a restaurant in Seattle in ages. This little gem is a winner in all ways. The vegan chorizo empanadas!

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Amazing food and great service. Delicious food and I love the Halal menu. I will stop by any time I am in the area for more dishes.

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insanely good. lots of vegetarian Venezuelan options, can sub any meat with veg chorizo, too.

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KAS

KAS

4.5
(109 reviews)
6.8 mi
$$

I was in Seattle for a conference and came to KAS twice! It is SO good. I got edamame and the Lemon…read moreSalmon roll. The fish is so fresh and delicious. They are a small place and get busy so you might have to wait for a table. Service could be a little better, but overall a great lunch experience!

Was in Downtown Seattle for a Conference in February, and not wanting to walk too far in the…read morecold/rain, Kas seemed to be a pretty highly rated place walkable from the hotel. It ended up being so tasty that I came here twice within a few days. The first visit, I got veggie tempura appetizer and chirashi rice bowl. A bit on the pricier side, I still wanted to give it a try. The veggie tempura are actually not separate pieces of vegetables in tempura, but kakiage (shredded veggies fried together) - still pretty good though. The chirashi rice bowl was fantastic - beautiful presentation as the fish came on the side, pretty fresh, and I appreciated the small details, like the wasabi stem inside the scallop and the shiso leaf/sprouts that accompanied the dish. The service was fantastic as well, considering I had a table for one during lunch hour. My second visit I was on the go, so I got the Classic sushi burrito, which again was maybe a little pricier than I would like, but it was worth it. Rice, fish/poke, crab mix, cucumber, avocado - it all mixed nicely wrapped within the rice paper outside, and was convenient to eat for takeout. Definitely recommend giving it a try if you're around the area and feel like treating yourself to more than a soup/salad/sandwich...

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Indoor dining
Indoor dining
Assorted Sushi
Assorted Sushi
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Life On Mars

Life On Mars

4.0
(412 reviews)
7.0 mi
$$
Vegan friendly
Vegetarian friendly

I am so grateful for my experience at Life On Mars. It turned out to be the highlight of a…read moretumultuous Seattle trip and I look back on it fondly. We came here mostly for one thing: I absolutely could not wait for their gluten-free vegan chick'n pot pie. A pie i'd been waiting months to try. A pie unlike any other pie. A pie that I still think about to this day. We walked straight into a Cardi B drag show. And by "walked into" I mean we opened the door and Hot Pink Shade sashayed right in front of us. It was exactly the kind of welcome we love. It was also the first green flag in a sea of green flags at Life On Mars. I could barely sit still as I waited to order my GF/VG pot pie. We got the drinks outta the way (a peach hard cider for me and a fancy-schmancy cocktail for the lady). I was positively GIDDY when Anna came to take our order and I blurted out chick'n pot pie excitedly. I nearly died when she said they didn't have any. Normally it wouldn't have been such a big deal, but I was from out of town and had literally been craving this damn pie for months! And I lied, I didn't nearly die but I DID nearly cry and that's almost as bad. Even the bestie lamented about what a let down this was. Anna. Dear, sweet Anna. We must have looked really hard up because this sweet baby angel offered to ask the cooks if they could whip one up special just for me. Let me tell you why this is a big deal: For one, she didn't need to do that. That's going above and beyond, and she was such a graceful little buttercup when she did it. Second, making a gluten free biscuit is a finicky, precise, detailed process. It sucks, honestly, and I don't blame them for not having them every day. I nearly cried when she came back and told us the cooks said YES. And this time i'm not lying. It was beyond the type of customer service i'm used to. It was.... humane. It was...empathetic. It was...totally first world problems but it meant so much to me! Especially since Anna said it had been a DAY and she was at her wits end. For her to have a rough day and still have the grace and compassion to make my stupid GF/VG chick'n pot pie dreams come true.....well, yeah, it made me a bit teary eyed. The pot pie was delicious, as expected. It was nostalgic and comforting, like a big hug in a bowl. The flavors were rich and deep, the biscuit soft and flaky; it was one of the most delicious things i've tasted on my GF/VEG journey. Between the food, the drinks, the customer service and the drag show......this was five stars all around. No doubt. I don't see the GF chick'n pot pie on their menu anymore. Maybe it's a seasonal thing? I hope it comes back, i'll be checking. And when it pops up again, so will I. Thank you, Anna. Thank you to the cooks on 2/19/26. Thank you to Hot Pink Shade, ISIS and King Leo Mane. Just, thank you.

This is one of my favorite bars in all of Seattle. The atmosphere is incredible--great music, walls…read morefull of vinyl, and a vibe that feels both fun and welcoming. If you love music and supporting local artists, this is your place (they even showcase and sell local vinyl and more). The cocktails are great, the nonalcoholic options are actually great too, and the food is so good. It's all plant-based, and I'm not even vegan, but I still love eating here. It's just one of those spots that gets everything right: music, drinks, food, and atmosphere.

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Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
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Wall of records!
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The Carlile Room

The Carlile Room

4.0
(565 reviews)
6.9 mi
$$

I am usually a bit skeptical about downtown restaurants due to value for quality. This place is…read moreactually not the case. I went here on a Friday dinner, right after the dinner / pre-theater rush, as this place is right next to Paramount Theatre. I got the chicken schnitzel and the Practical Magic cocktail. The chicken schnitzel is quite lovely. The potato salad and the pickled cabbage can be a bit tangy but it cuts the fattiness of the chicken schnitzel. I also enjoyed the curry mustard that goes really well with the schnitzel. $32 is a little bit higher than what I would want to pay, but the quality is there. Practical Magic is quite a pretty cocktail - it has gold stars sprinkled on top. It is a more tart drink with beet and a smokiness from the mezcal. I enjoyed it When the bill came, it was quite an interesting check cover since it says Paybill instead of Playbill. Those theater booklets you get in Broadway shows. Service is pretty good. I had a call during dinner but they still made sure to check up on me occasionally and filled water frequently. It's also nice to see even the general manager serving customers - there is no delineation of responsibilities - looks like everyone helps one another out to ensure a good dining experience. Love that

They change their food and drink menu often. The beet salad is wonderful. Everyone is attentive. We…read morehave never wanted anything different when we visit. The owner walks around to the patrons and talks to us. What a personal touch! Their prices are very reasonable. We had the beet Appetizer, two alcohol drinks each, entrees- the salmon and ribs.

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The Carlile Room
Talk Less Smile More punch bowl. It was so so good!!
Talk Less Smile More punch bowl. It was so so good!!
Uptown Quack (duck fat washed bourbon, oregano infused sweet vermouth, orange & sage bitters)

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Uptown Quack (duck fat washed bourbon, oregano infused sweet vermouth, orange & sage bitters)
Nana’s Green Tea

Nana’s Green Tea

4.3
(1.7k reviews)
7.0 mi
$$

nana's is a seattle staple. pricey but i'd say it matches the quality of the matcha. we got most of…read moretheir matcha options but the parfait is their most popular/was my favorite. so many different textures throughout the ambiance was so cute aswell!

My daughter recommended this Japanese dessert café after our celebration dinner at another…read morerestaurant. She had wanted to visit for a long time after hearing so many good things about it, so this was the perfect opportunity. The café itself is bright, modern, and absolutely adorable. It has a cozy, inviting atmosphere that makes it a great place to relax over dessert with family or friends. The menu is a dream for matcha and hojicha lovers. They offer an impressive variety of parfaits, floats, frappes, and lattes, with optional additions like mochi and red beans. It took us a while to decide because everything looked tempting. My daughter and I shared the Hojicha Mochi Parfait, while my son ordered the Hojicha Float with mochi. The parfait had a rich, authentic hojicha flavor and was generously layered with chewy mochi, crunchy cereal flakes, and creamy soft serve, giving it a wonderful mix of textures. The float was equally enjoyable, with a bold roasted hojicha flavor that wasn't overly sweet, and the mochi was a fun addition. The quality of the desserts was excellent, and while the prices are on the higher side, they reflect the quality of the ingredients and presentation. If you're a fan of matcha or hojicha, this is definitely a place worth visiting.

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Bussing Station and Restroom, Complementary Water
Bussing Station and Restroom, Complementary Water
Black Sesame Shiratama Parfait
Black Sesame Shiratama Parfait
Matcha + Vanilla

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Matcha + Vanilla

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