Dining out guide

Sebastian’s

924 First St., Snohomish; 360-568-3928

Specialty: house-created American dishes

Beloved Snohomish restaurant is worth making reservations for.

Reviewed Oct. 13

Glacier Lanes Restaurant and Lounge

9630 Evergreen Way, Everett; 425-347-0202

Cuisine: American favorites

The yummy breakfast is served all day – and without the smoke.

Reviewed Oct. 6

Peking Palace

16820 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington; 360-653-7288

Cuisine: Mandarin and Szechuan

New restaurant serves quality Chinese cuisine in attractive surroundings.

Reviewed Sept. 29

Amante Pizza and Pasta

4809 Evergreen Way, Everett; 425-339-8300

Specialty: Italian favorites

The Italian chain brings its reputation for excellent service and good food to a new Everett location.

Reviewed Sept. 22

Marson’s Restaurant

Inside the Club Casino, 620 SE Everett Mall Way, Suite 777, Everett; 425-212-2266

Specialty: European and American favorites

There’s a great lunch menu served all day long.

Reviewed Sept. 15

Gold Bar Restaurant and Lounge

809 Croft Ave., Gold Bar; 360-793-4373

Specialty: American favorites

There are plenty of good food choices to stoke the furnace on skiing or hiking days.

Reviewed Sept. 8

El Pechugon Chicken Grill and Seafood

909 SE Everett Mall Way, Suite E540, Everett; 425-347-7535; www.elpechugon.com

Specialty: Latin American dishes

New restaurant serves vibrant traditional Latin dishes.

Reviewed Sept. 1

Boondocker’s Cafe

1008 Cedar Ave., Marysville; 360-653-7545; www.boondockerscafe.com

Specialty: American favorites

Lake Stevens’ best burger is now being served in Marysville, in a larger cafe with an expanded menu.

Reviewed Aug. 25

Gordon’s on Blueberry Hill

5438 Woodard Ave., Freeland, Whidbey Island; 360-331-7515

Specialty: classic European-Pacific Northwest fusion

Acclaimed chef is now wowing ‘em in Freeland.

Reviewed Aug. 18

Ciao! Ragazzi Ristorante Italiano

1405 Hewitt, Everett; 425-259-2428

Specialty: Italian

Hiding behind a previous owner’s Indian food sign is some great Italian cuisine.

Reviewed Aug. 11

Waterfront Fish and Chips

1520 W. Marine View Drive, Everett; 425-258-0408

Specialty: Seafood

There are no frills, just good food, at this walk-up facility in Everett.

Reviewed Aug. 4

Coyotes Grill and Bar

2925 Wetmore Ave., Everett; 425-257-1350

Specialty: Southwestern favorites

This eatery close to the Everett Events Center serves a delicious variety of Mexican-inspired food.

Reviewed July 28

Jake’s Cafe

709 Second St., Snohomish; 360-563-0896

Specialty: American favorites

Hearty portions of savory food make for a romantic Saturday morning breakfast.

Reviewed July 21

Mi Ranchero

5821 Evergreen Way, Everett; 425-347-4158

Specialty: Mexican favorites

New south Everett restaurant serves honest food with a homey feel.

Reviewed July 14

New Country Grill

526 91st Ave. NE, Everett; 425-377-0252

Specialty: American favorites

Frontier Village-area restaurant keeps the menu, improves the food under new management.

Reviewed July 7

Makenzi’s Tea Room

9111 State Ave., Marysville; 360-658-9407

Specialty: tea and lunch

This addition to the county’s numerous tearooms features delicious sandwiches, sweets and teas.

Reviewed June 30

Capri Ristorante Italiano

1132 164th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-741-2374; www.capriitaliano.com

Specialty: Italian

Wonderful Italian food with a homey feel.

Reviewed June 23

Chelsea’s Place Espresso Cafe and Bistro

8225 44th Ave. W., Suite B, Mukilteo; 425-355-1522

Specialty: breakfast and lunch

Boeing workers can’t keep this favorite to themselves anymore.

Reviewed June 16

Spotted Cow Ice Cream &Coffee Co.

3414 132nd St. SE, No. 307, Bothell; 425-337-8494

Specialty: sandwiches, drinks and ice cream

The unusual sandwiches are an interesting counterpoint to the caffeinated beverages.

Reviewed June 9

Sabor a Mexico

8410 Mukilteo Speedway, Suite A, Mukilteo; 425-710-9094; fax 425-710-9294

Specialty: Mexican

Dandy new restaurant serves food that’s good to the very last mouthful.

Reviewed June 2

Lilly’s Garden

1020 N. Broadway, Everett; 425-259-2112; www.lillysgarden.com

Specialty: Chinese

Herald readers discover another winner.

Reviewed May 26

Usmania

13416 Bothell-Everett Highway, #203, Bothell; 425-379-0203; www.usmaniarestaurant.com

Specialty: Pakistani, Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine

Favorite area chef still has the touch, just at a different location.

Reviewed May 19

Panera Bread

3000 184th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-774-1416; www.panerabread.com

Specialty: bakery goods, soups, salads, sandwiches

National chain is known for its baked goods, but its lunches are good, too.

Reviewed May 12

Daruma Japanese Restaurant

1728 W. Marine View Drive, Everett; 425-339-2307

Specialty: Japanese cuisine

Everett waterfront restaurant continues to offer quality food at a reasonable price.

Reviewed May 5

La Cuesta Mexican Restaurant

1621 41st St., Everett; 425-303-0783

Specialty: Mexican cuisine

The difficult-to-access location is what made former occupant McDonald’s move across the street. But it’s definitely worth the extra maneuvering to enjoy delicious Mexican food.

Reviewed April 28

Amici Bistro

8004 Mukilteo Speedway, Mukilteo; 425-438-9544

Specialty: Italian favorites

Longtime favorite is still a winner, with fabulous service and menu choices.

Reviewed April 21

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