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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