I once described this downtown mainstay as a “glorious panoply of sausage,” and I stand by that description. I’ve also called Gabby, the store manager, and her employees “no-bullshit-taking-yet-somehow-sweet-as-pie.” These two attributes contribute to an exceptional and efficient German deli experience, as well as my continued addiction to landjaeger. Though Bavarian Meats is primarily a deli—one from which you can piece together an amazing picnic lunch—they also serve highly recommended hot lunches. You’ll find currywurst, schnitzel, spätzle, an excellent Reuben, and even Kassler Rippchen—a superlative smoked pork chop plate. If you’re in the mood for something snackier, grab a couple links of the spicy landjaeger and a bottle of Köstritzer, head over to Victor Steinbrueck park, and partake while enjoying the gorgeous ferry-studded view of Puget Sound and the Olympics. TOBIAS COUGHLIN-BOGUE