Jay Friedman
Previously, lots of diners would wish to drive effectively exterior Seattle’s heart to attain nice Korean meals, both north, stretching as much as Lynwood, or south to Federal Means or Lakewood’s Korean eating district. These areas stay full of nice Korean eating places, however there are additionally good choices nearer to the middle of Seattle. These embody refreshing, fashionable takes on Korean meals at James Beard Award-nominated restaurant Joule, the acclaimed Paju — now in South Lake Union — and the up to date but informal Made in Home.
New to this map as of February 2025: Modoo Banjeom and Sorimmara.
Notice: This record focuses on eating places barely nearer to central Seattle, and doesn’t embody the numerous incredible Korean eating places in Federal Means or the Tacoma space.
Know of a spot that must be on our radar? Ship us a tip by emailing seattle@eater.com. As normal, this record just isn’t ranked; it’s organized geographically.
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