Seattle Eats

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The best burgers in Seattle Sep 24, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about why he loathes smashburgers–the flattened crispy patties with lacy edges. He’ll share where to get the best juicy, big burgers in the city instead.

You can read more about why Tan prefers big juicy burgers in the Seattle Times: Seattle’s 4 best big burgers: No smashed patties, just juicy beef

And why Tan is passing on smashburgers here:

Smashburgers took over Seattle. Why? Our food critic has thoughts

Discussed in this episode:

Little Beast, Ballard – The “classy trashy” signature burger
The Shambles, Roosevelt – The Shamburger
FlintCreek Cattle Co., Greenwood – cheeseburger special
L’Oursin, Central District – fast-food-style burger

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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Which restaurants actually make your birthday special? Sep 17, 2026

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Birthdays should be special. Where should you celebrate yours?

This week, Host Brandi Fullwood and friends of Seattle Eats share their favorite places to celebrate a special day. Spoiler! Our perfect birthday restaurants have tarot, fried catfish, and soy sauce ice cream.

Discussed in this episode:

The Corson Building, Georgetown
Monsoon, North Capitol Hill
Iconiq, Mount Baker
No.9 Alley Hotpot, Bitter Lake
Rainier Restaurant, Othello? Rainier Valley
Halfseas Wine Bar, Ballard
Ramie, Capitol Hill
Needle and Thread, Capitol Hill

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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We tap into neighborhood breweries with great food Sep 10, 2026

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Typically, getting food in a brewery, you can expect some simple classics: maybe some tavern pizzas or pretzels, some peanuts. This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about great neighborhood breweries with even better food.

Read more about brewery food from Jackie Varriano at the Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/four-seattle-breweries-with-great-food-from-fair-isle-to-aslan-brewing/

Discussed in this episode:

Kochendorfer’s kebaburrito
Blue fin tuna tostadas at Fair Isle’s La Marea
French fry sandwich at Figurehead Brewing
Deck oven pizza at Aslan Brewing
A surprise hack to elevate your salad at Rhein Haus

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. It is produced by Alec Cowan and edited by Jim Gates. The host and producer is Brandi Fullwood.

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Last bites of Seattle summer Sep 03, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood and food writer Harry Cheadle squeeze out the last drops of summer, one new restaurant at a time. Think retro pizza shop, dry-aged seafood and Puerto Rican coffee.

Discussed in this episode:

Stevie’s Famous Pizza, Phinney Ridge
Sea’d In, Capitol Hill
El Cerro, Capitol Hill

Check out a load of other new restaurants in Harry’s column Opening Night in Seattle Magazine: https://seattlemag.com/food-drink/opening-night-sead-inn-tries-something-a-little-different-with-seafood/

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. This episode was edited by Jeannie Yandel.

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How to order like a regular at George’s Polish Deli Aug 27, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Tina Fahnbulleh the chef-owner of Gold Coast Kitchen about her favorite lunch spot on First Hill, George’s Polish Deli.

Discussed in this episode:

Adventurous eating vs comfort food
Snails, pickles, and herring make the best soups
Finding a little bit of home in a deli

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. Jeannie Yandel also edited this episode.

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Tiny Bars, Big Feelings Aug 20, 2026

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Could a tiny bar fix the Seattle freeze? What about boost your dating life? This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about his big feelings about tiny bars around the Seattle area.

Discussed in this episode:

Why you save the tiny bar for second dates
The McMenamins that transports you to New Orleans
A smoked beef french fry lollipop (it’s really good)

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood.

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

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How to order like a regular at Gan Bei Aug 13, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Ellary Collins, a baker at The Wayland Mill. Collins shares her go-to spot in the International District, where late-night industry workers and early-shift bakers cross paths. She’ll tell you what to order and how to do it like a regular.

Discussed in this episode:

Luscious claypot eel and umami (sorry) forward xo rolls
Bearing witness to karaoke
Hitting up the late night spot at 3PM
Thanksgiving at Gan Bei

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and senior producer is Brandi Fullwood. Jonathan Chang helped produce this episode.

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Hot Cold Noodle Summer Aug 06, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Bethany Jean Clement about the best cold noodle dishes in the city right now.

Read more about cold noodles in the Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/3-top-seattle-spots-for-cold-noodles-one-of-summers-best-bites/

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. Jonathan Chang helped produce this episode.

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fish Fry Politics Jul 30, 2026

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This week, we are heading to a local fish fry with KUOW politics reporter Scott Greenstone. We’ll tell you how this backyard party, hosted by a notable elder of Seattle’s south end became an informal political hub for aspiring politicians. And we’ll taste the fish!

Check out more of Scott’s work over on Sound Politics, a podcast about the candidates, policies, and perspectives shaping the Pacific Northwest: https://www.kuow.org/podcast/sound-politics

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood.

Become a member today at https://donate.kuow.org/donate/seattleeatsnotes

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Reprise: This Seattle chef's go-to spot for late night dim sum Jul 23, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Victor Steinbrueck, the chef and owner of Local Tide in Fremont, about his go-to-spot to eat in the city. He's been going to this late night dim sum spot with his family, his friends... really anyone for 25 years.

Read more about this story a list of what to order: https://www.kuow.org/stories/the-late-night-spot-this-seattle-chef-has-been-going-to-for-25-years

Discussed in this episode:

Being a 25 year regular
Organized chaos at a late night dim sum spot
How to order for a full squad (hint: ask for the whole fish)
Local Tide’s new spot coming soon.

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Lucy Soucek helped edit this episode. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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