On theCultFigurine's recommendation, we tried Sakura Japanese Bistro (8014 15th Ave. N.E., just south of Lake City Way). It's a cozy little place, and was completely full on a Wednesday night. There's no sushi bar per se, but Sakura does serve sushi, including an unusual selection of rolls (maki). We had a lovely dinner; of the low notes we chalked ( Read more... )

Cactus once again delivered an excellent dinner. As the past few times, we sat at the tapas bar and ordered only small plates: camarones al diablo (smokey, tangy, spicy); roasted mushroom-black bean quesadillas; spinach salad with charred pineapple, queso anejo, macadamias, and tangy dressing; ceviche in mini-taco shells. The ceviche was the only ( Read more... )

Seattle diners-out: If you're curious about the economics of "25 for $25", don't miss today's article in the Seattle Times. Opinions of restaurant owners vary widely: "For us, it's fantastic," says John Sillers, co-owner, with his wife, Kendell, of Market Street Grill. versus Assiaggio's owner complaining that the average check amount drops to half ( Read more... )