Need some Joe? Beaver Tales Coffee. Headed home but needed some coffee before we hit the road. This small, interesting shop, fit the bill. They roast their beans daily so you know it’s going to be fresh. As you await the arrival of your selection, take a tour of the very interesting space. Better yet,... The post La Conner WA appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Chinese dumplings: Dough Zone. There are about a dozen locations of this local chain in the Seattle metro area with the original located in Bellevue. It’s hard to go wrong here but the green onion pancake, sweet and sour cucumbers, pork wontons, dan dan noodles and the fried wontons with chili sauce all deserve a... The post Seattle appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Never too many bakeries: Honoré. Have been interested in visiting since a colleague recommended it several years ago. Usually in this are of Seattle when they weren’t open so just happened to past by when the planets were aligned and stopped in to give them a try. Small intimate space with a few tables but... The post Seattle appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Unexpected: Cob + Cork. You never know what to expect but this place looked interesting from the road so we decided to give it a try. It did not disappoint. I continue to be amazed by the quality of food you find in the most unlikely places. This place was no exception. We first visited... The post Bow WA appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

The 3rd restaurant: Sandía Saint Helens is no more. Bistro Shirlee is no more. However, this one may be the best of the three. I’m sad to see the loss of Shirlee but this is a 180 degree remake of the former. The space is the same, including the deck area and fire pit. It... The post Seattle appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Handmade soba noodles from scratch: Kamonegi. This chef has gotten a lot of press, including being named a James Beard semifinalist for best chef in the Northwest 2018 to 2020 and in 2022…all for a good reason. I’m no expert on Japanese cuisine much less soba noodles and the art of making them. But, if... The post Seattle appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

The original: Dreamland BBQ This is one of the more famous BBQ pork sources in Alabama and it was started in a cinderblock building by “Big Daddy” Bishop in 1958. It remains in the same location. The space is classic with Tide memorability on all the walls and, originally only one thing on the menu….pork... The post Tuscaloosa AL appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

What? A “grocery store” on a food blog: Mazama Store. Much more than your typical grocery store. Good wine selection…including pet nat, excellent food choices, local t shirts and baked goods…excellent baked goods. The must have is their very famous baguette…go early or they’ll be gone! And, did I saw it’s also a grocery store?... The post Mazama WA appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Always worth a repeat visit: Buddakan. This is a very large and gorgeous space near Independence Hall offering Asian fusion cuisine. It’s the other outpost of this NYC legend. The menu rotates and I’ve tried multiple offerings over the years including Szechuan pork dumplings, five spice duck breast with spoon bread, tuna pizza…don’t turn up... The post Philadelphia appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more

Darrington outpost: Moe’s Coffee Shop. Stopped by on the way back from hiking in the North Cascades National Park for a quick bite of lunch. One of several branches. The space is open, modern and staff were very nice. They were having fall drink specials and the caramel apple lotus sounded interesting so why not.... The post Darrington WA appeared first on The Eating Places ..read more