In just a few days, it'll be a whole lot easier to acquire a slice of My Friend Derek's coveted Detroit-style pizza. Credit: My Friend Derek's

We may be deep into the doldrums of January, but there’s plenty of happy news in the Seattle food scene this week, from the imminent Tangletown opening of the pizza sensation My Friend Derek’s to the arrival of the Korean comfort food spot Yeobo Cafe and Bar. Plus, find out which local chefs and restaurants made the cut for this year’s list of James Beard Award semifinalists. For more ideas, check out our favorite bagels in Seattle and our food and drink guide.

NEW OPENINGS & RETURNS

aa Sushi
This new sushi spot opened in the former Billy Beach Sushi & Bar space in Ballard earlier this month. In addition to sushi and sashimi, they also serve rice bowls, udon, ramen, and bento boxes.
Ballard

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