Seattle’s dining scene never sits still, and this year is no exception. From waterfront cafés to museum dining concepts, 2026 is shaping up as a delicious time to explore local flavors and global influences alike.
☕ Coffee & Casual Bites
Seaglass (West Seattle) – A breezy new bakeshop and coffeehouse coming to Alki Ave this spring, Seaglass will serve fresh pastries and espresso alongside local Pacific Northwest flavors, in collaboration with Numa Coffee Bar.
Boon Boona Coffee at Overlook Walk (Downtown) – The beloved East African-inspired roaster is opening a downtown café with water and skyline views, perfect for a coffee break after a ferry ride or museum visit.
🍝 Innovative Dining & Global Flavors
Curry Lab Sapporo (Ravenna) – This newly opened spot blends curry experimentation with Japanese techniques, gaining attention as one of the city’s most creative new kitchens.
Cloudy Cafe (Ballard) – A new bakery and brunch destination taking over a classic space, Cloudy Cafe has already become a local favorite for morning bites and artisan pastries.
Moto Pizza (Smith Tower) – Seattle’s beloved Detroit/Filipino-influenced pizza brand is expanding to a dramatic historic location, offering its signature playful pies in the heart of Pioneer Square.
🍸 Sit-Down & Specialty Spots
Bar Dojo (Seattle Art Museum) – Opening inside the downtown museum this spring, Bar Dojo will offer bold Asian fusion dishes, from miso black cod to birria ramen, making it a perfect lunch or post-gallery dinner stop.
Death & Co (Pioneer Square) – The iconic craft cocktail bar is launching its first Seattle location in a renovated historic space, bringing world-class drinks to the city’s oldest neighborhood.
So excited to have so many new spots to try this spring, maybe we’ll see you out and about at one of them!?