Korean fried chicken, in a Korean neighborhood!

The lines have finally become manageable at this outpost of “the Starbucks of Taiwan.” Sponge cakes and pastries are reliable; the more elaborate cakes in the refrigerated case feel like less of a good deal. They’re famous for starting the salted cream coffee craze, and I have to admit it’s tasty.

This food hall explicitly aims to celebrate and promote the diverse immigrant populations of Tukwila, so expect pancit, injera and jollof rice (a Senegalese-Gambian version) under one roof.

They just don’t miss. Every location of El Rinconsito is bustling, with good reason. The food is fresh, flavorful and affordable. If you dine in, there is a salsa bar; otherwise, grab both the green and red to go.

The best Cajun food in the state, easily. It’s tucked in a grocery store and there is always a solid 15-20 minute wait after you order. No seating, but you can grab napkins and sit on the curb or in a car.