Restaurants worth the rickety Monorail ride.

Willmott’s Ghost is a modern Italian spot in South Lake Union that works well for a business lunch.

Pizza By Ruffin is a counter in South Lake Union that specializes in tasty Roman-style pizza al taglio.

SLU is not just a neighborhood for tech employees—it's also a neighborhood of good things to eat and drink.

Paju is an exceptional Korean restaurant in South Lake Union ideal for a work dinner or double date.

The Roll Pod is a busy Indian food truck that serves tasty kathi rolls and rice bowls to the lunch crowd of SLU.

Duke's is a seafood institution in South Lake Union.

Come to House of Eve to dress up and hang out with a cocktail in their shiny space. Not to eat food at this South Lake Union American restaurant.

If you find yourself in South Lake Union around lunchtime, Mendocino Farms is a great option for casual sandwiches and salads.

Rubinstein Bagels is a South Lake Union bagel shop that serves mediocre bagels and sandwiches.

Kremwerk is a South Lake Union club that hosts dance parties, queer events, and more.

Local Coffee Spot is an all-day cafe that serves sandwiches and pastries.

This luxe rooftop bar at the top of South Lake Union's Astra Hotel serves mediocre cocktails that aren't worth the high price tag. But it's easy to appreciate the cured meats sliced to order should you find yourself roped into drinks and snacks here.

If you're in South Lake Union and require mochi donuts, Mochinut will come in handy.

Sushi By Scratch is a 10-seat omakase in South Lake Union where you'll have inventive nigiri in a fun atmosphere.

Sam’s Tavern is a South Lake Union bar that serves bar food and burgers.

Marination South Lake Union is a fast-casual counter that has a similar menu of Hawaiian food as the mini-chain’s flagship location—only without a view.

Cafe Hagen is a Scandinavian coffee shop in South Lake Union that evokes all things hygge. Stop in for some lattes and a work session.

Tapster is a self-serve beer bar in South Lake Union next to Google, and it feels like one big corporate Happy Hour.

Noodle/Bar is a Sichuan spot in South Lake Union that serves great homemade noodles and dumplings.

King Leroy is an all-day cocktail spot in South Lake Union with tasty drinks and bar food that we wouldn't go out of our way for.

Kati Vegan Thai is a great plant-based lunch or casual dinner option in South Lake Union.

Casco Antiguo is a great Mexican restaurant in South Lake Union.

Market House is an excellent sandwich shop that serves the best reuben in town.

Tacos Chukis is our favorite spot for quick Mexican in South Lake Union.