5 to Try: Crab Cakes

2020 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

Tom Douglas loves 'em so much he wrote a cookbook all about them. Sample his classic version at this tourist-friendly seafood spot.

2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)

All crab, no filler in these tasty cakes from Seattle's legendary fine-dining destination, served in a pool of Valencia orange butter.

2411 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

Smooth and meaty, the velvety cakes at this waterfront restaurant are embellished with a smooth lemongrass cream sauce.

205 Lake St S, Kirkland, WA 98033 (map)

Accompanied by inventive seasonal sides and stunning Lake Washington views, the Dungeness crab cakes at this Eastside cafe are worth the drive across the bridge.

95 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

The jumbo Dungeness cake--chock full of meaty chunks of crab--is served with crispy fried beets and a slightly spicy sauce Louis at this upscale Pike Place diner.

1103 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

2411 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)