With the abundance of fresh seasonal produce, seafood and high quality meat available in Washington, it’s no surprise that the “eat local” (or Farm to Table) movement is huge here. The idea of eating food sourced from the Pacific Northwest is highly appealing, especially since it means supporting our local economy and tasting fresher food.
Some of our restaurants really go the extra mile to use local ingredients whenever possible. The spots on our list aren’t the only options for eating local, but they’re all delicious places to start.
- Local 360, Seattle
Local 360
Local 360 Local 360’s rules are simple: They only use ingredients that can be found within 360 miles of Seattle. Their delicious menu includes plenty of American classics that make them a local favorite.
- The Oyster Bar on Chuckanut Drive, Bellingham
Bo P. / Yelp Located along one of Washington’s most scenic drives, the Oyster Bar features a hyperlocal menu with shellfish pulled right from the tide flats below the restaurant along with fresh local produce.
- Kingfisher Restaurant & Wine Bar, Leavenworth
Deborah K. / TripAdvisor
Cheryl49 / TripAdvisor Kingfisher’s menu includes plenty of local favorites made with produce from the resort’s 2-acre organic garden, which you can enjoy along with views of Icicle Canyon.
- The HerbFarm, Woodinville
The HerbFarm / Yelp
J.G. / Yelp The Herbfarm is not a place you go for a quick meal. This local gem celebrates the food and wine of the Pacific Northwest by delivering an outstanding nine course meal using local seasonal staples.
- Wandering Table, Spokane
E. Naiche A. / Yelp
Shal W. / Yelp The chefs at Wandering Table understand what a difference using local, seasonal ingredients makes… and it shows in their savory menu items.
- Whitehouse-Crawford, Walla Walla
Carl Y. / Yelp
Steven M. / Yelp Whitehouse-Crawford uses locally sourced food and wines and serves them in the old Enterprise Planning Mill from the 1880s.
- Old Town Cafe, Bellingham
Cheryl N. / Yelp
Lucy W. / Yelp Bellingham’s breakfast and lunch spot uses organic, natural and local ingredients whenever possible.
- Urbane, Seattle
Patty T. / Yelp
Sophia Y. / Yelp Located in the Olive 8 Condominiums and Hyatt at Olive 8 hotel, the staff at Urbane works closely with local farmers and producers to ensure the highest quality local food makes it to your table.
- Nourish, Sequim
Danna C. / Yelp
Kimmy N. / Yelp You’ve heard of Farm to Table, but what about “garden to plate?” At Nourish, you’ll enjoy delicious, healthy meals with ingredients largely found onsite.
- Lulu Craft Bar + Kitchen, Richland
Lulu Craft Bar + Kitchen
April B. / Yelp The family behind Lulu has a farming and ranching background, and they believe everyone should know where their food comes from. Their menu items are local, often from family-owned farms, and their waterside location can’t be beat.
- Clover, Spokane
Clover / Yelp
Pauline F. / Yelp Whether you’re craving a savory meal or something from the bakery, Spokane’s Clover will serve it to you in a beautiful setting. Whenever possible, their ingredients come from local farmers and purveyors.
Eating local not only tastes good, but it feels good to support local farmers. And if you’re in the mood for some amazing home cooking, try one of these Mom & Pop restaurants.
Local 360
Local 360
Local 360’s rules are simple: They only use ingredients that can be found within 360 miles of Seattle. Their delicious menu includes plenty of American classics that make them a local favorite.
Bo P. / Yelp
Located along one of Washington’s most scenic drives, the Oyster Bar features a hyperlocal menu with shellfish pulled right from the tide flats below the restaurant along with fresh local produce.
Deborah K. / TripAdvisor
Cheryl49 / TripAdvisor
Kingfisher’s menu includes plenty of local favorites made with produce from the resort’s 2-acre organic garden, which you can enjoy along with views of Icicle Canyon.
The HerbFarm / Yelp
J.G. / Yelp
The Herbfarm is not a place you go for a quick meal. This local gem celebrates the food and wine of the Pacific Northwest by delivering an outstanding nine course meal using local seasonal staples.
E. Naiche A. / Yelp
Shal W. / Yelp
The chefs at Wandering Table understand what a difference using local, seasonal ingredients makes… and it shows in their savory menu items.
Carl Y. / Yelp
Steven M. / Yelp
Whitehouse-Crawford uses locally sourced food and wines and serves them in the old Enterprise Planning Mill from the 1880s.
Cheryl N. / Yelp
Lucy W. / Yelp
Bellingham’s breakfast and lunch spot uses organic, natural and local ingredients whenever possible.
Patty T. / Yelp
Sophia Y. / Yelp
Located in the Olive 8 Condominiums and Hyatt at Olive 8 hotel, the staff at Urbane works closely with local farmers and producers to ensure the highest quality local food makes it to your table.
Danna C. / Yelp
Kimmy N. / Yelp
You’ve heard of Farm to Table, but what about “garden to plate?” At Nourish, you’ll enjoy delicious, healthy meals with ingredients largely found onsite.
Lulu Craft Bar + Kitchen
April B. / Yelp
The family behind Lulu has a farming and ranching background, and they believe everyone should know where their food comes from. Their menu items are local, often from family-owned farms, and their waterside location can’t be beat.
Clover / Yelp
Pauline F. / Yelp
Whether you’re craving a savory meal or something from the bakery, Spokane’s Clover will serve it to you in a beautiful setting. Whenever possible, their ingredients come from local farmers and purveyors.
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