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Three seafood restaurants locals can’t get enough of

These local favorites are serving up the freshest flavors and winning over the community.

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A little taste of Ireland, right here at home

Voted Best Of for authentic flavors and welcoming charm.

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The fine dining spots locals swear by

These fine dining restaurants earned top votes for turning dinner into an experience.

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Snohomish County’s go-to for fast food favorites

Local voters crowned this fast food favorite for quality, consistency and crowd-pleasing classics.

Katie Cochrane, head of production at Garden Path Fermentation, tops off a cider barrel on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 in Burlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Food & Drink

Skagit’s Wild Brew

At Garden Path Fermentation, every beer is different, depending on the year, the bottle or the blend.

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Brewing up the best in Snohomish County

These top-ranked coffee shops earned their spot one cup at a time.

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Snohomish County’s ultimate burger bragging rights

From classic cheeseburgers to stacked creations, these local spots earned the top votes.

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Raise a glass to Snohomish County’s best breweries

Readers voted for the local spot pouring the flavors and atmosphere they love most.

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The breakfast spots locals can’t get enough of

The votes are in! Our Best Of 2025 winners have been officially announced, celebrating the businesses our community…

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Snohomish County’s top three go-to spots for Asian flavors

The votes are in! Our Best Of 2025 winners have been officially announced, celebrating the businesses our community…

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Snohomish County’s favorite place for baked good

The votes are in! Our Best Of 2025 winners have been officially announced, celebrating the businesses our community…

Shrimp and Grits. (Lauren Bulbin/The Washington Post; food styling by Carolyn Robb)

Food & Drink

Lowcountry-style shrimp and grits is a cheesy, hearty classic

I recently asked a group of friends to define “stew,” and most agreed that a stew should have…

Life

Sweet and spicy, Honey Sriracha Shrimp is a no-fuss fall classic for seafood lovers

Honey Sriracha Shrimp is a deliciously sweet and spicy dish we are excited to present throughout November at…

Oven-Roasted Chicken Shawarma. Food stylist: Hadas Smirnoff. (Linda Xiao/The New York Times)

Life

Five weeknight dishes: Creamy butternut squash noodle soup, shrimp and bacon burritas and more

Here’s something I’ve never done until now: plan ahead for the holidays. (I once bought presents on the…

Typically served over rice, gumbo is made with chicken, sausage and the Creole “holy trinity” of onions, bell peppers and celery. (Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS)

Life

Easy, roux-less gumbo features Creole spices, chicken and sausage

Many family dinners are planned ahead of time after pulling a delicious-sounding recipe out of a cookbook and…

These crispy, cheesy chorizo and potato tacos are baked in the oven to achieve an extra crunch. (Post-Gazette)

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Crispy oven chorizo and potato tacos are social media darlings

I’m not alone when I say I could eat tacos every day and never get bored. Add Mexican…

Fire Station One firefighters fill their bowls and plates with dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett firefighters turn on the burner and fire up the grill

From steak bites to sauteed shrimp, the crew at Station One know their way around the kitchen: “We…

Marysville’s 5 Rights Brewing’s collaboration fresh hop Dippin’ Hops. (Aaron Swaney)

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5 Rights celebrates 10 years in Marysville

During a challenging time for the US craft beer industry, 5 Rights continues to enjoy growth and an…

The Crumpet Shop owner Cooper Golding outside of their new location on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The Crumpet Shop has been in the Pike Place Market since 1976. But how did it get to Edmonds?

EDMONDS — A random stroll in Pike Place Market two years ago led Cooper and Amy Golding to…

Wine is illuminated on a large win rack at the center of the main room at Long Shadows Woodinville Tasting Room & Key Club Lounge on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 in Woodinville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Two winery restaurants in Woodinville stand out

WOODINVILLE — You wouldn’t expect to get world-class pizza at a winery, but the Margherita pizza at the…