Ristorante Picolinos (Italian) RistorantePicolinos.com 6415 32nd. Ave. NW (map) Seattle Times: “Ravioli are splendid. Fried sage leaves garnish the intricate wraps of fresh pasta filled with goat cheese and ricotta…” …
Shiku (Sushi) ShikuSushi.com 5310 Ballard Ave. (map) My Ballard: “The sushi restaurant’s specialty is Izakaya, or Japanese tapas, like organic vegetable tempura, Kakuni pork and foil poached salmon…” [ratings]
Golden City (Chinese) 5518 20th Ave. NW (map) (206) 782-6809 Yelp.com: “If you want something fancy and cutting edge, don’t go here. But, if you want good, consistent ‘comfort food’ …
Gabriel’s Fire (BBQ) gabrielsfire.com 2408 NW 80th St. (map) MyBallard.com: “Gabriel’s features sandwiches like BBQ beef, beef brisket, pork, chicken and grilled flank steak…” [ratings]
Hamburger Harry’s (burgers) 2409 NW Market St. (map) MyBallard.com: “Harry’s offers a full array of burgers, from the standard fare to the Deluxe Burger Ciabatta, Jalapeno Popper Burger and Beer …
Taqueria Tequila (Mexican) 301 NW 85th St. (map) (206) 784-4699 The Stranger: “A well-loved local spot, Taqueria Tequila is noted for fresh ingredients and good prices…” [ratings]
Stacia’s Gourmet Pizza (Pizza) Stacias.com 305 NW 85th St. (map) (206) 781-0292 CitySearch: “Family-friendly spot for multi-topping pizzas, calzones…” [ratings]
Pasta Bella (Italian) PastaBellaSeattle.com 5909 15th NW (map) (206) 789-4933 The Stranger: “Excellent Italian food in a romantic atmosphere…” [ratings]
Louie’s Cuisine of China (Chinese) LouiesCuisine.com 5100 15th Ave NW (map) (206) 782-8855 CitySearch.com: “Traditional and casual Chinese cuisine makes this restaurant a comfortable and inviting Ballard choice….” The Stranger: …