An insider's scoop on the local food scene

Here are Tom's choices of the cream-of-the-crop of the new 'food' additions to this city:

Crow on 5th Avenue North is at the southeast base of Queen Anne hill. Craig, the Owner/Chef, has a beautiful, earthy style that shines bright in this classy joint.

Vios at 19th Avenue and Aloha...a most delicious slow roasted pork and spicy greens sandwich…wow!

Dandelion on 24th NW in Ballard...a classic dream come true for owners Carol & Connie. Try the beet salad (even though I hate beets!).

Pho Cyclo on 1st Avenue South across from Starbucks corporate offices...a great little place for a hot bowl of pho and a cheap banh mi sandwich.

As you can imagine, when you work with food, you're surrounded by...well...food. Here are some top picks from our employees — they're the real professional diners of the city!

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs...down in Georgetown because it's like a little slice of home. 
—Ben Bechtold, Palace Line Cook

Carta de Oaxaca...in Old Ballard. It's fantastic and close to home.
—Jackie Cross,Owner & 'Real' Chef in the family

Canlis ...I ate there once, and it was the most amazing food...the steak tartare!
—Brian Wall, Palace Kitchen server

Dos Hermanos Taco Truck...it's on Rainer Avenue South, and it's some of the best Mexican in the city.
—Susie Simpkins, Server at Dahlia Lounge

Tutta Bella is my new favorite.
—Jen Olsen, Manager Dahlia Lounge

Schezwan Noodle Bowl...down in the ID for their green onion pancakes.
—Eric Tanaka, Executive Chef and Cassanova

Lark...I love it here. The pork belly is delicious.
—Pam Leydon, Executive General Manager

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