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Fred’s Rivertown Alehouse: 1114 First Street, Snohomish; 360-568-5820; www.fredsrivertownalehouse.com/

Speciality: Pub fare, brews and spirits

Plenty of great choices to drink, but don’t forget the food

Reviewed Aug. 29.

LJ’s Bistro and Bar: 805 Frontage Road Lake Stevens; 425-334-0604; www.ljsbistroandbar.com

Specialty: Mediterranean inspired cuisine

Come for the bottomless mimosas, stay for the relaxed atmosphere and well-executed menu

Reviewed Aug. 15.

The Duvall Tavern: 15807 Main St., Duvall; 425-318-6277; www.duvalltavern.com

Specialty: Pub food

Overhauled inside, outside and on the menu, Duvall Tavern is in great shape

Reviewed Aug. 1.

Olive Garden: 1310 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett; 425-265-0660; www.olivegarden.com

Specialty: Italian

New location, but Olive Garden still delivers what’s expected

Reviewed July 25.

House Mediterranean Cafe: 620 SE Everett Mall Way, Suite 400, Everett; 425-513-1884

Specialty: Middle Eastern take-out and catering

Gyros and kebabs, yes, but the falafel is reason to come back

Reviewed July 11.

Sharky’s Fish and Chips and Burgers: 9913 Highway 532, Stanwood; 360-631-5200

Specialty: Fish and chips and burgers

Fish and chips are worth the wait in line

Reviewed July 4.

Snoqualmie Ice Cream Scoop Shoppe: 21106 86th Ave. SE, Snohomish; 360-668-2912; www.snoqualmieicecream.com/

Specialty: Ice cream treats for adults and kids

Premium ice cream and some unexpected flavors

Reviewed June 27.

Teriyaki Wok: 3625 Broadway Suite D, Everett; 425-258-9747

Specialty: Teriyaki

A favorite of AquaSox players and fans

Reviewed June 13.

Anthony’s Beach Cafe: 456 Admiral Way, Edmonds; 425-771-4400; anthonys.com/restaurants/detail/anthonys-beach-cafe/

Specialty: Seafood

Seafood and more that takes pride in its Northwest origin

Reviewed June 6.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: 617 128th St., Everett; 425-265-0041; www.dickeys.com

Specialty: Barbecue

Smoked meats, including brisket and pulled pork and a choice of sauces and sides

Reviewed May 30.

Pho Ha: 2930 Colby Ave., Everett; 425-252-4002

Specialty: Vietnamese pho, bahn mi and Asian favorites

Pho, bahn mi sandwiches, sriracha sauce and an avocado smoothie, please

Reviewed May 16.

Kyoto Japanese Steak House: 1205 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett; 425-438-8683

Specialty: Teppanyaki dining

Seated at the chef’s grill, diners enjoy dinner and a show

Reviewed May 9.

Katana Sushi: 2818 Hewitt Ave., Everett; 425-512-9361; www.katanasushieverett.com

Specialty: Sushi, sashimi

Fresh fish daily assures quality sushi

Reviewed May 2.

Calle Tacos and Tequila: 2707 Bickford Ave., Suite F, Snohomish; 435-404-3952; vivacalle.com

Specialty: Authentic Mexican street tacos, tequila

Tacos and small plates with a few unexpected ingredients

Reviewed April 25.

Shake ‘n Go: 3710 Broadway, Suite 104, Everett; 425-259-4646

Specialty: Burgers and wraps

A great spot for quick, tasty burger or wrap

Reviewed April 18.

Calabria Ristorante Italiano: 3922 148th St. SE, Suite 111, Mill Creek; 425-379-7010; www.italian.calabriamillcreek.com

Specialty: Authentic Italian

From antipasto to spumoni, an Italian treasure

Reviewed April 11.

Trails End Taphouse and Restaurant: 511 Maple Ave., Snohomish; 360-568-7233; www.trailsendcatering.com

Specialty: Homemade Northwest brewpub fare

Tap into 27 brews and good pub fare at Trails End

Reviewed April 4.

Breakfast and Burger Bar: 4027 196th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-672-3666; b3wa.com/

Specialty: Breakfast and burgers

Big selection for breakfast, lunch or dinner

Reviewed March 28.

Kate’s: 9809 Highway 532, Stanwood; 360-629-5283

Specialty: Coffee drinks, eclectic menu

Varied menu makes the most of fresh ingredients

Reviewed March 21.

Jong Ga: Snohomish Station, 2801 Bickford Ave.,Snohomish; 425-789-1630

Specialty: Korean

Authentic Korean fare in a pleasant environment

Reviewed March 7.

Diamond Knot Brewery MLT: 5602 232nd St. SW, Mountlake Terrace; 425-355-4488; www.diamondknot.com

Specialty: Craft beer, pub food

New location is big and lively

Reviewed Feb. 28.

Udderly Sweet: Snohomish Station, 2705 Bickford Ave, Snohomish; www.udderlysweetfroyo.com

Specialty: Frozen yogurt

New fro-yo shop at Snohomish Station

Reviewed Feb. 21.

Panaderia La Gloria Bakery: 2120 Broadway, Everett; 425-304-0848

Specialty: Baked goods

Try Everett shop for specialty baked goods

Reviewed Feb. 14.

Contos’ Pizza, Pasta and Spirits: Frontier Village, Lake Stevens, 425-334-5034; www.contospizza.com

Specialty: Pizza and pasta

Take the whole family to Contos’

Reviewed Feb. 7.

Ezell’s Famous Chicken:18001 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek; 425-408-1855; www.ezellschicken.com

Specialty: Fried chicken

Head to Ezell’s in Mill Creek for tasty fried chicken

Reviewed Jan. 31.

Kostas Mediterranean Cuisine: 8309 Mukilteo Speedway, Mukilteo; 425-355-2400; www.kostascuisine.com

Specialty: Mediterranean

Mediterranean at its best

Reviewed Jan. 24.

Cafe Dijon: 1822 Broadway, Everett; 425-257-1315

Specialty: Sandwiches, wraps

Everett cafe scores high for taste, visual appeal

Reviewed Jan. 17.

Lew’s BBQ: 3703 Pacific Ave., Everett, 425-760-6411

Specialty: Barbecue

Lew’s delivers top-shelf barbecue in Everett

Reviewed Jan. 10.

Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse: 11731 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.