5 to Try: Small Plates

2020 Second Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

Izakaya, the Japanese tapas craze, is catching on this side of the Pacific. Try authentic dishes like fried aonori potatoes seasoned with seaweed.

2701 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98112 (map)

Go the traditional Spanish route and you won't be disappointed; the famed man behind the counter creates stunning tapas every time.

1100 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)

2319 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)

Following in Txori's footsteps is Kushibar -- also open on Second Ave, also offering small plates and open daily until 2am. Kushibar's specialty is Japanese street food, and--for the adventurous--the menu includes chicken feet.