El Moose is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

1. El Moose

8.6
5242 Leary Ave NW (at 20th Ave NW), Seattle, WA
Mexican Restaurant · Ballard · 69 tips and reviews

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hanson: Fantastic authentic Mexican food!!

Mary S.Mary S: Delicious and authentic

Sam S.Sam S: The best Mexican restaurant outside of Mexico. Everything on the menu is delicious and authentic. I especially enjoy the guacamole, esquites, and the homemade chips. You can't go wrong here.

Tacos Chukis is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

2. Tacos Chukis

9.1
219 Broadway E (btwn Thomas & John St.), Seattle, WA
Taco Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 107 tips and reviews

Brian L.Brian Lee: Que rico! Was recently put on to this spot by my Mexican barber. Authentic mexican food at very reasonable prices. 10x better than Ranchos Bravos.

Ben L.Ben Lichtman: Very authentic, everything on the menu is super cheap and super good. My favorite was the carne asada mulita.

Zach S.Zach Stockwell: Come here for delicious authentic tacos :)

Le Pichet is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

3. Le Pichet

8.6
1933 1st Ave, Seattle, WA
French Restaurant · Pike Place · 98 tips and reviews

foxfox: a very authentic french cafe, reminds me of provence. the quiche and baguette sandwich are amazing.

Beau T.Beau Toxx: This is the best and most authentic simple French food you'll ever get in Seattle and possibly the whole of the West Coast.

Ben R.Ben Rosas: Authentic French comfort food

Pestle Rock is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

4. Pestle Rock

8.5
2305 NW Market St (at Ballard Ave NW), Seattle, WA
Thai Restaurant · Ballard · 39 tips and reviews

Zig S.Zig Serafin: Authentic Thai, great food

Ya G.Ya G: Amazing food :) Authentic .. As close to Pok Pok (Portland) as it gets in Seattle

Wong L.Wong Lip Chin: Coming from South East Asia. I must say this is truly authentic and probably one of the nicest I had compare to those I tried back home in Singapore. All thumbs up!

Tat's Delicatessen is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

5. Tat's Delicatessen

8.8
159 Yesler Way (at 2nd Ave), Seattle, WA
Sandwich Spot · Pioneer Square · 118 tips and reviews

Kathy G.Kathy Gill: Order the Philly Cheese Steak for an authentic taste experience. Ymmm! Meatball sub is excellent, too. The 8" sandwiches are chock full of meat. Leave room for Tastykakes! Read more.

Pete M.Pete Merriman: I think this might've been the most authentic and tastiest cheesesteaks I've ever had outside of Philadelphia. I will be back

Katie M.Katie McGrath: THIS is an authentic Philly Cheesesteak! Worth the wait in line.

Via Tribunali is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

6. Via Tribunali

8.1
913 E Pike St (btwn Broadway & 10th), Seattle, WA
Pizzeria · First Hill · 50 tips and reviews

Frank A.Frank Arrigo: love the authentic Neaopolitan pizza. mmmm yum

Richard J.Richard Jhang: Make sure to try Putanesca. Such an awesomely authentic pie!

Matt A.Matt Affolter: Very good authentic Italian pizza, like I have had in Napoli or elsewhere in Italy. Staff knowledgeable and helpful.

Maneki is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

7. Maneki

8.7
304 6th Ave S (btwn Main & Jackson St), Seattle, WA
Sushi Restaurant · International District · 67 tips and reviews

c'est qui :.c'est qui :): Make reservations! For ppl who love good, authentic Japanese food. So yummy and cheap. Try Age Dashi Tofu, Unagi/Eel Sushi Roll, Spider Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Black Cod.

Lillian Y.Lillian Young: Fresh, top-quality sushi and sashimi at an unbeatable price. Amaebi w/ it's deep fried head, geoduck, scallop, uni and much more. One of the most traditional and authentic Japanese restaurants.

SS: Great food, very authentic

Queen Anne Beerhall is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

8. Queen Anne Beerhall

8.9
203 W Thomas St (2nd Ave W), Seattle, WA
Beer Garden · Lower Queen Anne · 37 tips and reviews

Jennifer B.Jennifer Burlington: Nice big open space beer hall. Pretty authentic German food and great German beer. Sorry very kid friendly!

Marty P.Marty Parus: All the food here is delicious especially all the old world authentic sausages..

Mariana P.Mariana Puig: The beer selection is great. The fries and the pretzels are absolutely delicious. Great environment, friendly servers. Highly recommend!

Fonda La Catrina is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

9. Fonda La Catrina

8.4
5907 Airport Way S (S Doris Street), Seattle, WA
Mexican Restaurant · Georgetown · 83 tips and reviews

Eric T.Eric Tigre: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo here or just come on down any time. New Georgetown cantina offers authentic Mexican cuisine. Their mole poblano enchiladas de pollo is the best in town and soul-satisfying. Read more.

EaterEater: At this authentic Mexican spot you can watch as your tortillas are made fresh right in front of you. The pozole and pork tamales are clear winners.

Denise F.Denise F: Food/drinks is delicious, looks authentic! Service always friendly and efficient. House is always busy, but there's lot of sitting places.

Ba Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

10. Ba Bar

9.0
550 12th Ave (at E Barclay St), Seattle, WA
Vietnamese Restaurant · 137 tips and reviews

EverydayEveryday: Not authentic Vietnamese food. Overpriced and overrated. Good beer menu tho.

Jennifer B.Jennifer Burlington: The chicken pho was the best I've ever had. This place is hip, yet authentic. Love it!

Hailey N.Hailey Nguyen: Authentic Vietnamese food with very nice ambience. Service is a little slow, so you need to budget out time.

Fogón Cocina Mexicana is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

11. Fogón Cocina Mexicana

8.9
600 E Pine St, Seattle, WA
Mexican Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 90 tips and reviews

Josh v.Josh van Hulst: Best authentic food ever!

Josh v.Josh van Hulst: Very delicious and authentic food. The managers are very attentive and offer great service

Melanie V.Melanie Villatoro: This place is amazing! Was visiting from Texas and this is the closest to authentic you can get. Will definitely recommend to anyone visiting Seattle. Great late night happy hour from 9 to close!

Analog Coffee is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

12. Analog Coffee

9.1
235 Summit Ave E (at Thomas St), Seattle, WA
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 73 tips and reviews

foxfox: I do enjoy the taste and atmosphere. simple, friendly, unpretentious... yet still very authentic. this is Seattle.

AnthonyAnthony: Incredible cold brew coffee, very authentic Seattle spot. Delicious pastries!

Patrick V.Patrick Valenzuela: Order a cold brew iced coffee.

Gracia is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

13. Gracia

8.5
5313 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA
Mexican Restaurant · Ballard · 17 tips and reviews

Stephen S.Stephen Swisher: One of my favorite Mexican restaurants. I am Mexican and know authentic when I have it, believe me lol. Get the barbacoa tacos! You won't regret it. One of the only places in Seattle that serves it!

Ariana V.Ariana Voyer: The tacos are seriously amazing. They make their own corn tortillas to order! Some of the best I've ever had. Very authentic!

Aimée Jane P.Aimée Jane Parr: Cosy and affordable Mexican restaurant. Good lunch menu, recommend the veggie tacos and chips and salsa selection to start. Margaritas are strong!

Salvadorean Bakery and Restaurant Inc. is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

14. Salvadorean Bakery and Restaurant Inc.

8.7
1719 SW Roxbury St (17th St.), Seattle, WA
Latin American Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Paul (p2) P.Paul (p2) Peterson: The food is authentic and good. I love the fresco ensaladas, the combo is a great meal. Chicken soup is good any day. Love this place.

Sharon C.Sharon Chafin: Wonderful pastries. Ordered tres. Leches cake for my daughter's. Bridal shower...so. good. LOVE their authentic Tamales! Gimme more!

Dwight G.Dwight Gaut: Great soap de pollo but leave room for their tres leeches cake

Pop Pop Thai Street Food is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Seattle.

15. Pop Pop Thai Street Food

8.6
13242 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA
Thai Restaurant · Haller Lake · 18 tips and reviews

Ekkapong T.Ekkapong T.: I'm a native Thai and I must say all dishes I ordered are very authentic! Try this: Braised Pork Leg (10/10), Grilled Chicken (10/10), Thai Style Hainanese Chicken (8/10), Grilled Pork Skewers (9/10)

Chris S.Chris S.: I'm totally burned out on Americanized Thai food. My favorite street-Thai food restaurant closed a couple of months ago & I've been jonezing for some authentic Thai. This place fit the bill.

Jane A.Jane Alvarez: Our go to dish! Gotta try the Hainanese chicken. Everything we've tried has been really delicious!