Comfort Food Restaurants in Seattle, WA

“Beecher’s is, without question, one of my must-visit stops every time I’m in Seattle—and the main reason is their legendary mac and cheese. I literally come to the city just for this dish. It’s creamy, rich, and incredibly cheesy, with just the right balance of sharpness and smoothness. The pasta is perfectly cooked, and the sauce clings to every bite, making it indulgent and satisfying without being heavy.

While there’s no dine-in option—it’s strictly a pickup spot—the quality of the food makes it completely worth it. The line can get long during peak times, but it moves quickly, and the staff is efficient and friendly. You can tell they’ve mastered the art of keeping the flow going while still delivering fresh, hot, and consistently delicious mac and cheese.

What I love most is that the flavor is exactly the same every time I come. No matter when you visit, you can count on that comforting, cheesy goodness that has made Beecher’s so iconic. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, it’s a must-try Seattle food experience. No frills, no fancy seating—just pure, melt-in-your-mouth perfection.“

“This place is great. I wish I had a place like this near my home in Illinois, because I would be there everyday.

On our trip to Seattle we stumbled upon this gem and found the whole vibe - for us, at least - to be comfortable and welcoming, with great music and attentive staff. Maybe not for everyone, but we REALLY loved Black Cat.

We met and talked with a variety of fun and interesting people - locals and otherwise - in there, and the overall experience was outstanding.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!“

“Best restaurant in the greater seattle area, friendly service and great food!!!“

“This is a great restaurant, the people and the food are great for the most part. A lot of people have an issue with the weird times this place is open and with the price of the food. I understand that the pandemic hit hard, and it's hard to run a restaurant. However, there are definitely things to critique. The food is good, but expensive for small portions. They are also having a menu change at the end of August (that's what I was told last time I came here). They changed the vegan lumpia to only have vegetables in it (tasted like a spring roll), and are getting rid of the adobo burger (no longer on menu) :(. The current menu does not have any lumpia besides the new vegetable one, no dessert, and no potatoes. I thought the lumpia was a favorite? I used to visit every now and then because we love the lumpia, but I don't know how often I'll visit after the change. Maybe it will be good though, I can update later. This place was great, sad to see a decline because of the pandemic or other issues :( If you have the money, it's a good place to support!“

“Very beautiful and fun experience with a vast selection and large portions.“

“What an incredibly unique dining experience! The Derby and The Shop offers something you won’t find anywhere else in Seattle - the chance to dine surrounded by classic cars in their storage area. We hosted a private party here and were blown away by both the atmosphere and the food.
The venue is perfect for special events. The car storage setting creates an unexpectedly cool and fun backdrop that had our guests talking all night. It’s industrial yet welcoming, making for great conversation starters and photo opportunities.
The food definitely lived up to the unique setting. The appetizers during our cocktail hour were excellent quality and well-presented. For dinner, the chicken and waffles were absolutely outstanding - perfectly crispy chicken with fluffy waffles that hit all the right notes. The bulgogi lettuce wraps were another standout, offering fresh, flavorful Korean-inspired bites with tender, well-seasoned meat.
Service was attentive throughout our event, and the staff handled our private party seamlessly. If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience that combines great food with an automotive twist, The Derby and The Shop delivers. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something different from the typical Seattle restaurant scene.“

“The happy hour beverage options are fantastic, I had a delicious Old Fashioned for a steal! The tots are always the best and the chicken sandwich was so crispy and delicious. My only complaint is that there is no option for grilled chicken/protein to be added to the salads. The options are either fried chicken or fried shrimp. My wife ordered a salad to be calorie conscious but the only way to add protein was for it to be fried, which negates the point. Add grilled protein options and this would be a 5 start review!“

“This location is truly exceptional! The staff is outstanding, with Daniel standing out in particular. He went above and beyond to ensure my group had a fantastic experience. I highly recommend both the ambiance and the service, especially Daniel and his remarkable hospitality!“

“Our first visit was yesterday for lunch and we had Chicken Xiao Long Bao, Chicken pan-fried potstickers, Chicken and Vegetable Won-tons in sweet and sour sauce and Spicy (Ma la) noodles.....all were very good! The service was excellent and we enjoyed the whole experience!!“

“I went there randomly. Knocked at the door and Auntie came by, and told me everything's gonna take some time. I opted for just the Cheesecake as the neighborhood looked a little sketchy to be waiting around cluelessly. Mama was so sweet and endearing she gave me sambusas too. And the raspberry white chocolate Cheesecake was MIND BLOWING.“