Interested in trying some new Asian spots in Seattle? You're in luck: we've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for Asian food.
Plenty of Clouds
1550 15th Ave., Capitol Hill
Plenty of Clouds is a cocktail bar and Asian fusion spot that recently took over the space previously occupied by Anchovies and Olives.
The eatery says on its website that it's inspired by the cuisine of south central China and is "bringing together fiery flavors from Sichuan, freshness from neighboring Yunnan and refreshing craft cocktails."
The menu features salt and pepper shrimp and squid; Sichuan pork dumplings; lamb meatballs with fermented tomatillo; and fried rice with ground pork and pickled long beans.
Yelpers are excited about Plenty of Clouds, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of nine reviews on the site.
Josh M., who reviewed it on July 7, wrote, "Couldn't be more thrilled to have Plenty of Clouds in the neighborhood. Quality-to-price ratio is absolutely nuts. Large portions of extremely tasty fare, and at an unexpectedly low price point."
Alice K. noted, "I've only tried a few plates here and want to keep coming back. The small plates are a decent portion: we ordered three for the two of us. Great flavors and interesting textures."
Plenty of Clouds is open from 5–10 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and 5–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. (It's closed on Tuesday.)
Siam Bistro
12534 Aurora Ave. North, Haller Lake
Siam Bistro offers its own take on Thai street food with menu options like Kra-Pow Gai (stir-fried chicken with honey basil, peppers and green beans with an egg on the side); Thai Boat Noodle Soup with dark broth, pork, rice noodles and meatballs; and the Khao Moo Daeng complete with Chinese sausage, boiled egg, barbecue pork and cilantro over rice.
Entrees like Thai basil with pepper, onion and mushroom, as well as the Garlic Delight with broccoli and carrots are on offer, as are other Southeast Asian-inspired dishes. Take a look at the menu options here.
Siam Bistro is off to a strong start with 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews on Yelp.
John D., who reviewed it on July 2, wrote, "Came here with a group of nine. Service was incredible. Very accommodating, friendly and professional. Refills on drinks were consistent, food was quick and above all, delicious."
Yelper James N. wrote, "Nice cozy place and great service. The basil fried rice I had was OK, nothing special, but I will come back to try other dishes."
Siam Bistro is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on weekdays and noon–9 p.m. on weekends.
Aburiya Bento House
2100 Western Ave., Belltown
Aburiya Bento House is a sushi bar and Japanese spot that is centered around bento boxes containing dishes like miso soup, dumplings and nigiri sushi.
Start off with appetizers like the crawfish wasabi salad, tempura udon or dumplings. The restaurant also offers sushi and sashimi-only bento, poke bowls and maki rolls, along with a selection of beer, wine and sake.
Aburiya Bento House currently holds 4.5 stars out of 85 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Grace S. noted: "Delicious! Awesome place with great quality food in a convenient location. I recommend the Aburi Nigiri Box."
And Stephen P. said, "Best poke in Seattle. The sushi is better than Umi Sake House and Shiro's here in Belltown. Great gyoza and shumai as appetizers. Try the Mini Aburi Tower on the happy hour menu."
Aburiya Bento House is open from 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 4–9 p.m. on Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 4–11 p.m. on Friday, noon–3 p.m. and 4–11 p.m. on Saturday, and noon–7 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
