Cinephiles, rejoice—the 49th annual Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) is upon us, running from May 11-21 (plus online screenings from May 22-28). Should you want to make the most of your outing and grab a meal before or after your screening, we’ve compiled this list of our favorite restaurants located conveniently close to the SIFF venues.
Near SIFF Cinema Egyptian (Capitol Hill)
Fogón
With its vibrant interior and a glimpse of the tortilla-making action up front, this family-owned, Michoacán-style cantina has long been a Capitol Hill staple. You may have even caught the restaurant’s cameo on the latest season of Love Is Blind, where it was chosen as a group dining destination. Fans love the signature street tacos, tortilla soup, and margaritas. Be sure to also check out the business’s sibling bodega bar El Lugar, which stocks all sorts of tasty snacks, from fresh mangonadas and tostilocos to imported goods like michelada-flavored Fruit Gushers.
