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Contos’ Pizza, Pasta and SpiritsFrontier Village, Lake Stevens,

425-334-5034;

www.contospizza.com.

Specialty: Pizza and pasta.

Take the family to Contos’.

Reviewed Feb. 7.

Ezell’s Famous Chicken18001 Bothell-Everett Highway,

Mill Creek; 425-408-1855;

www.ezellschicken.com.

Specialty: Fried chicken.

Tasty fried chicken.

Reviewed Jan. 31.

Kosta’s Mediterranean Cuisine8309 Mukilteo Speedway, Mukilteo; 425-355-2200; www.kostascuisine.com.

Specialty: Mediterranean.

Mediterranean at its best.

Reviewed Jan. 24.

Cafe Dijon1822 Broadway, Everett;

425-257-1315.

Specialty: Sandwiches, wraps.

Everett cafe scores high for taste, visual appeal.

Reviewed Jan. 17.

Lew’s BBQ3703 Pacific Ave., Everett,

425-760-6411.

Specialty: Barbecue.

Lew’s delivers top-shelf barbecue in Everett.

Reviewed Jan. 10.

Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse11731 Airport Road, Everett;

425-865-1770; www.jimmymacsroadhouse.com.

Specialty: Steaks and barbecue.

Your big appetite is welcome at Jimmy Mac’s.

Reviewed Jan. 3.

Bamboo Bowl13119 Seattle Hill Road,

Suite 101, Snohomish;

425-225-5067; www.bamboobowlrestaurant.com.

Specialty: Vietnamese.

Worth finding for Vietnamese fare.

Reviewed Dec. 20.

Nutty’s Junkyard Grill6717 204th St, Arlington;

360-403-7538

Specialty: Burgers.

Big burgers will get your motor running.

Reviewed Dec. 13.

Alexa’s Cafe and Catering10115 Main St., Bothell;

425-402-1754;

www.alexascafe.com.

Specialty: American cafe.

Cafe hums with sounds of happy diners.

Reviewed Dec. 6.

Adam’s Northwest Bistro &Brewery104 N. Lewis St., Monroe;

360-794-4056;

www.adamsnwbistro.com.

Specialty: Bistro food.

Big-city restaurant a pleasant find in Monroe.

Reviewed Nov. 29.

Ole Soul Southern Creole1105 Hewitt Ave., Everett; 425-252-4000.

Specialty: Southern.

Authentic Southern cooking tucked away in Everett.

Reviewed Nov. 22.

Grazie Ristorante23207 Bothell-Everett Highway,

Bothell; 4425-402-9600;

www.grazierestaurant.com

Specialty: Italian.

Satisfying taste of Italy in Bothell.

Reviewed Nov. 15.

Japan Teriyaki and Roll10519 20th St. SE, No. 2;

Lake Stevens; 425-334-2211

Good luck finding fast food this fresh and tasty.

Reviewed Nov. 8

Empire Ale House314 W. Gates St., Mount

Vernon; 360-336-9944;

www.empirealehouse.com.

Specialty: Pub food.

Focus is on good food at Mount Vernon pub.

Reviewed Nov. 1.

Maltby Cafe8809 Maltby Road, Snohomish;

425-483-3123;

www.maltbycafe.com.

Specialty: Breakfast.

There’s a reason it’s busy every day.

Reviewed Oct. 25.

Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse1205 SE Everett Mall Way,

Everett; 425-438-8683.

Specialty: Japanese.

Be entertained, well fed at steakhouse.

Reviewed Oct. 18.

Pedeltweezer’s20265 74th Ave NE, Suite 101,

Arlington; 360-403-8382.

Specialty: Chinese and pizza.

Arlington stop mixes good Chinese, pizza.

Reviewed Oct. 11.

Marion’s Bistro505 S. First St., La Conner;

360-399-1711.

Speciality: French-inspired Northwest cooking.

Marion’s off to a good start in La Conner.

Reviewed Oct. 4.

Village Eatery and Tea House740 238th St., Suite B, Bothell;

425-483-2005; www.village

eateryandteacompany.com.

Specialty: Tea service.

Have a cuppa and much more at Bothell tea house.

Reviewed Sept. 27.

Firestation Deli15415 Main St., Suite D 101;

Mill Creek Town Center;

Mill Creek; 425-337-5900;

www.firestationdeli.com

Specialty: Sandwiches.

Dandy spot for quick lunch in Mill Creek.

Reviewed Sept. 20.

Wayne’s Corner Cafe8614 271st St. NW, Stanwood;

360-939-2300.

Specialty: Sandwiches.

Stanwood deli offers homecooking, exceptional service.

Reviewed Sept. 13.

Sabor a Mexico8410 Mukilteo Speedway,

Suite A; Mukilteo;

425-710-9094;

www.saboramexico.com.

Speciality: Mexican.

Mukilteo eatery well worth a visit.

Reviewed Sept. 6.

Cedar’s Grill &Deli520 128th St. SW, Suite A13, Everett;

425-353-4035.

Specialty: Mediterranean

Mediterranean food done right.

Reviewed Aug. 30.

Shawn O’Donnell’s122 128th St. SE, Everett;

425-338-5700;

www.shawnodonnells.com.

Specialty: Pub fare.

Perfect for a pint or family comfort food.

Reviewed Aug. 23.

The Rusty Pelican15704 Mill Creek Blvd., Mill Creek;

425-585-0525.

107 Fifth Ave. N; Edmonds;

425-582-8250.

rustypelicancafe.com.

Specialty: Breakfast.

Cafe hits sweet spot for brunch.

Reviewed Aug. 16.

Snohomish Bakery at First &Union101 Union Ave., Snohomish;

360-568-1682; www.snobake.com.

Specialty: Baked goods.

Bakery just keeps getting better.

Reviewed Aug. 9.

El Paraiso Mexican Grill2801 Colby Ave., Everett;

425-252-6026;

elparaisomexicangrill.com.

Speciality: Mexican, margaritas.

Fall in love with El Paraiso.

Reviewed Aug. 2.

Bar Dojo8404 Bowdoin Way, Edmonds;

425-967-7267; bardojo.com.

Specialty: Upscale bistro.

Edmonds bistro perfect for date night.

Reviewed July 26.

Brooklyn Bros. Pizzeria8326 Mukilteo Speedway, Mukilteo;

425-741-8400; bbpmenu.com.

Specialty: New York pizza.

Second location a big hit.

Reviewed July 19.

Under the Red Umbrella1502 Rucker Ave., Everett;

425-252-9193;

www.undertheredumbrella.com.

Speciality: Deli salads, sandwiches.

Great food, relaxed atmosphere.

Reviewed July 12.

The Chatter Box9819 270th St. NW, Stanwood;

360-629-0600;

thechatterboxrestaurant.com.

Speciality: Asian.

Out-of-the-way gem for Asian fusion.

Reviewed July 5.

Grilla Bites1020 First St., Suite 104,

Snohomish; 360-568-7333;

www.grillabites.com.

Specialty: Organic, local cafe food.

Cafe features organic, local food.

Reviewed June 28.

Diamond Knot Brewery and Alehouse621 Front St., Suite A, Mukilteo;

425-355-4488;

www.diamondknot.com

Specialty: Homemade pub food.

Remodeled brewery still shines.

Reviewed June 21.

Craving Cajun Grill2915 Colby Ave., Everett;

425-374-2983;

www.cravingcajunfood.com.

Specialty: Cajun.

Downtown grill a must-visit.

Reviewed June 14.

Ka Won Korean Restaurant15004 Highway 99, Suite A,

Lynnwood;

425-787-6484.

Speciality: Korean barbecue.

Korean BBQ plentiful, fun for a crowd.

Reviewed June 7.

Tasters Wok15128 Highway 99, Lynnwood;

425-787-6789;

www.tasterswokrestaurant.com

Specialty: Asian.

Large portions great for families.

Reviewed May 31.

Kama’aina Grindz2933 Colby Ave., Everett;

425-322-5280; kamaainagrindz.com

Specialty: Hawaiian.

Say Aloha to Hawaiian-inspired fare.

Reviewed May 17.

The Hungry Pelican113 Avenue C, Snohomish;

360-243-3278;

www.thehungrypelican.net

Specialty: Soups and sandwiches.

A good reason to visit Snohomish.

Reviewed May 10.

Skagit Valley Co-op202 S First St., Mount Vernon;

360-336-9777;

www.skagitfoodcoop.com.

Speciality: Organic food.

For healthy food, try the co-op.

Reviewed May 3.

Gyro House620 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett; 425-513-1884.

Speciality: Greek.

Gyro 2 Go181-229 E. Casino Road,

Everett; www.gyros2go.net.

Speciality: Greek.

Good choices for gyro lovers in Everett.

Reviewed April 26.

H2O314 Commercial Ave.,

Anacortes;

360-755-3956;

www.anacortesh2o.com

Specialty: Pub food and drinks

Anacortes eatery worth a visit on a trip north.

Reviewed April 19.

Mongo’s Clearview6510 Highway 9 SE, Suite 101,

Snohomish; 360-668-4433;

eatatmongos.com

Specialty: American cuisine.

Fabulous family fare in Clearview.

Reviewed April 12.

Thai E-san Cuisine1707 Hewitt Ave., Everett;

425-512-9926; www.e-santhai.com.

Specialty: Thai.

Versatile eatery delivers delectable fare in Everett.

Reviewed April 5.

Firelight Bistro10007 270th St. NW, Stanwood;

360-629-7575;

www.firelight-bistro.com.

Specialty: American bistro.

Unusual offerings highlight Stanwood bistro.

Reviewed March 29.

Snohomish Bakery920 First St., Snohomish;

360-568-1682; www.snobake.com.

Specialty: Pastries.

Worth a visit to Snohomish.

Reviewed March 22.

Gyro Cave2720 Colby Ave., Everett;

425-903-4174.

Specialty: Greek, Middle Eastern

Try Greek fare for quick lunch in downtown Everett.

Reviewed March 8.

Denallis Grill and Bar7318 Evergreen Way, Everett;

425-374-7002; www.denallis.com

Specialty: Mediterranean.

Family recipes delight patrons.

Reviewed March 1.

Thai Bistro1018 164th St., Mill Creek;

425-787-9707; www.thaibistro.us.

Specialty: Thai.

Try pumpkin red curry at cozy Mill Creek eatery.

Reviewed Feb. 22.

King Noodle House7518 Evergreen Way, Everett,

425-513-8888;

www.kingnoodlehouse.com.

Specialty: Hand-pulled noodles.

King House fills noodle niche in Everett.

Reviewed Feb. 15.

Ellie’s Restaurant3525 168th St. NE, Arlington;

360-658-0696

(Previously Linda’s Restaurant).

Specialty: American breakfast.

Fuel up at Ellie’s before exploring points north.

Reviewed Feb. 8.

A-Town Bistro418 Commercial Ave.,

in old town Anacortes; 360-899-4001;

atownbistro.com.

Specialty: Modern American fare.

Restaurant merits return visits.

Reviewed Feb. 1.

Krishna’s Curry507 Casino Road W, Everett;

425-265-1200.

Specialty: Vegetarian Indian.

Everett curry shop just the ticket for vegetarians.

Reviewed Jan. 25

Maddox Bar and Grill18411 Highway 99, Lynnwood;

425-778-2223; maddoxgrill.com.

Specialty: Upscale bar and grill.

An oasis of good eating on Highway 99.

Reviewed Jan. 18.

Amante Pizza and Pasta1409 Hewitt Ave., Everett;

425-512-8803;

amantepizzaandpasta.com.

Specialty: Italian pizza and pasta.

Tasty Italian fare in Everett.

Reviewed Jan. 11.

Sushi Spott1700 132nd St., Mill Creek;

425-338-4553, www.sushispott.com.

Specialty: Sushi.

Cafe serves unusual creations.

Reviewed Jan. 5.

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