Most popular restaurants in Washington? See Yelp’s top 10 picks for February
Hungry? Choosing a restaurant can be a daunting task.
Luckily, Yelp reviewers have made that process slightly easier.
Every month, review website Yelp ranks the most popular restaurants in Washington state, based on menu offerings, customer service and more.
These were the top 10 restaurants in Washington state in February:
Pita House
Location: 715 West Main St., Suite 117, Battle Ground
Average Yelp rating: 4.9 stars out of five
What Yelp reviewers are saying: Yelp user Marli L. of Longview called Pita House a “clean, well decorated and welcoming” spot with Mediterranean food that’s “cooked just right.” “The owner & employees were so friendly! They personally welcomed everyone who came in and asked ‘How are you today?’ like they genuinely meant it,” she said, describing Pita House as “a welcome addition to our ‘places to eat’ list!”
Contact: 360-666-9017
Hi Life
Location: 220 Olympic Drive SE, Bainbridge Island
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp Users are saying:
“If you come to Bainbridge, you HAVE to come here,” Yelp user Jakob B. of Bullhead City, Arizona, wrote in his review of Hi Life, praising its “fresh and tasty” seafood and “excellent” service. “This place alone has us planning on making another trip just to eat here.” Another Yelp reviewer, Chase B. of North Charleston, South Carolina, said the poke bar serves up the “best poke bowls on the island” with “large chunks of super fresh fish.”
Contact: 206-201-3380
Un Bien
Location: 7302 15th Ave. NW, Seattle
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: According to Chris L. of Everett, Un Bien serves up the “best sandwiches in town.” “Everything is super savory and juicy,” he said. In particular, Yelp reviewers raved about the restaurant’s Caribbean roast sandwich, with Yelp user Barbara L. of Los Angeles calling it “perfection” and “my favorite pork sandwich ever.”
Contact: 206-588-2040
I Heart Gyro
Location: 221 NE 104th Ave., Suite 207, Vancouver
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: Yelp user Naomi G. of Portland, Oregon, called I Heart Gyro “absolutely phenomenal.” “They could make anyone into a gyro fan,” she said, praising the Mediterranean restaurant’s “very friendly” staff and “open and comfortable” environment .Contact: 360-984-3637
Wooden City
Location: 819 West Riverside Ave., Spokane
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: “Cozy, casual, and family-friendly, Wooden City feels like the kind of place you settle into and stay awhile,” Elite Yelp user Sylvia H. of Spokane wrote in her five-star review of the New American restaurant. “(It has) warm vibes, approachable food and an easygoing atmosphere that makes everyone feel welcome.”
Contact: 509-822-7194
Wild Sage Bistro
Location: 916 West Second Ave., Spokane
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: Yelp user Chris H. of Spokane called Wild Sage Bistro “a true culinary experience” with “amazing” food and “over-the-top service.” “I’m convinced this is the best dinner spot in Spokane, when you’re looking for farm-to-table, fresh and tasty (food),” Yelp reviewer Susan R. of Tacoma wrote.
Contact: 509-456-7575
Haidilao Hotpot Bellevue
Location: 188 106th Ave. NE, Suite 210, Bellevue
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: “Haidilao is the hot pot place to go for all your special occasions,” Yelp reviewer Rick S. of Irvine, California, wrote. “(The) staff were very nice and attentive. The ambiance was festive, bright and inviting.” Meanwhile, Yelp user Anh N. of Seattle noted that the restaurant is “always clean, including their restroom, and there are plenty of seats.” Contact: 425-679-6408
Nonna Luisa Ristorante
Location: 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes
Average Yelp rating: 4.6 stars
What Yelp reviwers are saying: Yelp user Brian C. Bellingham said the food at this Anacortes Italian restaurant is “made with skill, served carefully, seasoned perfectly and exemplary of classic recipes.” He also praised Nonna Luisa Ristorante’s welcoming staff. “The service makes you feel like family,” the Yelp reviewer said. “You almost feel like they’ve been waiting for you to show up.”
Contact: 360-899-4659
Aroom Coffee
Location: 3801 North Stone Way, Seattle
Average Yelp rating: 4.6 stars
What Yelp reviewers are saying: Yelp user Vy N. from East Mill Creek said Aroom Coffee serves up “some of the best coffee in Seattle,” praising its “perfect” sesame latte in particular. “Each drink feels like it was personally crafted for you,” Yelp reviewer Jenelle G. of Palo Alto, California, wrote. “The vibin’ aesthetic here is also very trendy, cool and laidback.”
Contact: 206-960-9609
Thai Wok Kitchen
Location: 5000 East Fourth Plain Blvd., Suite A101, Vancouver
Average Yelp rating: 4.6 stars
What Yelp reviwers are saying: “This is my favorite Thai place in Vancouver, hands down!” Yelp reviewer Micah E. of Vancouver wrote in a five-star review. “The service is always incredible, and very personable.” Another Yelp reviewer, Greg K. of Vancouver, praised the Thai restaurant’s food, calling it “well-prepared” and “full of flavor.” “What a treat this place was!” he said.
Contact: 360-852-8103
How did Yelp rank the top restaurants in Washington?
To create its top 10 lists, Yelp highlights restaurants and other spots that are “currently most popular with Yelp users in that area,” Cece Rulon, senior public relations coordinator at Yelp, told McClatchy Media via email.
Rankings are “based on a combination of factors like overall rating, number of reviews, recent reviews, recent ratings and recent pageviews,” Rulon said.