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SODO. Trying to figure out where to find the best barbecue on your world travels? This casual eatery should climb its...

SODO. Trying to figure out where to find the best barbecue on your world travels? This casual eatery should climb its way to the top of your list, as it has that of folks in Seattle. Have them pile a bun full of pork, beef, or ham, and top it off with a drizzle of sauce for the best eating. If you like "hot" foods, just be careful ­ their hot sauce makes others pale in comparison. Along with everthing else, make sure to try the yummy baked beans too. The eatery is essentially an order window with outdoor tables, so don't expect sit-down service. This is barbecue, after all. Near the baseball stadium.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am-4pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. This friendly restaurant offers an inexpensive lunch option for folks who have little time to...

INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. This friendly restaurant offers an inexpensive lunch option for folks who have little time to spare. Saigon Bistro's food court decor doesn't turn heads, but the traditional Vietnamese fare rarely fails to earn high marks, and duck salad earns particular praise.

Hours: Daily 10am-8pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

PIONEER SQUARE. Ideal for those looking for something a bit different that won't break the bank, this Chinese standby in...

PIONEER SQUARE. Ideal for those looking for something a bit different that won't break the bank, this Chinese standby in the ID earns high marks from regulars. Honey Court emphasizes quality food, fresh ingredients, and friendly service over the fancy decor you might find at rival places. Specialties include steamed whole tilapia, sautéed fresh squid with broccoli, and shredded squab with crispy lettuce, but what the customers truly adore is honey-walnut prawns. In addition, the dim sum is a terrific lunch option. Weekends after the clubs shut down, Honey Court has been known to stay open even later than usual.

Hours: Mon-Tue 9am-2:30am; Wed-Thu 9am-3am; Fri-Sat 9am-3:30am; Sun 9am-1:30am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , Diner's Club

INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. This International District eatery makes up for its small interior and lack of decor with...

INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. This International District eatery makes up for its small interior and lack of decor with heaping portions of enticing Vietnamese noodles and meat dishes. Bring a group of friends to share plates like sizzling stir-frys, loaded with your choice of meat, veggies, nuts, and vermicelli noodles. Spicy beef soup and steamed rice cakes topped with ground shrimp and scallions are also popular, and the wide assortment of sauces and chili pastes that arrive with your meal allow you to customize it. Best of all, a meal at Huong Binh won't break the bank.

Hours: Daily 9am-8pm

Payment Methods: Cash Only

PIONEER SQUARE. For great Italian sausages, salamis, meatballs, or pork, try Salumi, whose name means "dry-cured...

PIONEER SQUARE. For great Italian sausages, salamis, meatballs, or pork, try Salumi, whose name means "dry-cured meat" in Italian. Meats can be purchased individually as an entree or by the pound as deli take-away. If you prefer a lighter, less meat-intensive meal, order a salad, vegetable dish, or one of their pastas. A comfortable interior with tin ceilings and wooden floors makes guests feel at home, as does a large communal table where guests can share conversation with their meals. Wine is available by the glass or bottle.

Hours: Tue-Fri 11am-4pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. While the appearance of this downtown Thai may not earn high marks with finicky diners, the food certainly...

DOWNTOWN. While the appearance of this downtown Thai may not earn high marks with finicky diners, the food certainly does. A favorite with the business crowd, due to the kitchen's quick turnaround and the great prices, Mae Phim has entrees that will please most everyone, from seafood to pork to vegetarian. If the lunch line extends out to the sidewalk, don't despair; the staff tends to get its hungry patrons in and out faster than you can say "peanut sauce."

Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-7pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. This bright, funky eatery dishes up hearty portions of European-inspired fare, from focaccia sandwiches (with...

DOWNTOWN. This bright, funky eatery dishes up hearty portions of European-inspired fare, from focaccia sandwiches (with roma tomatoes and eggplant, ham and cheese, and more) to soups and salads with international flair. The menu includes many vegetarian selections as well. If you're around for breakfast, indulge in their flatbread sandwiches, which boast perfectly cooked eggs, Black Forest ham, and Tillamook cheddar. The eponymous Jacobi sisters are not only welcoming and friendly, but they're expert cooks to boot!

Hours: Daily 8am-6pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

FIRST HILL. Known for deliciously authentic Mexican dishes prepared with fresh vegetables, meats, and seafood, Tacos...

FIRST HILL. Known for deliciously authentic Mexican dishes prepared with fresh vegetables, meats, and seafood, Tacos Guaymas earns high marks all around. Well-received entrees include a gigantor carnitas burrito (served with a generous portion of guacamole), chile verde (pork with spicy tomatillo sauce), and fried tilapia with pico de gallo. Casual, festive atmosphere and great prices also go far to recommend the place.

Hours: Daily 11am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

BELLTOWN. Enjoy a great meal while helping others when you patronize this local restaurant. Founded as a training ground...

BELLTOWN. Enjoy a great meal while helping others when you patronize this local restaurant. Founded as a training ground for homeless people and other disadvantaged groups, FareStart allows its most promising students to prepare gourmet meals as a preface to a career in the culinary arts. The \"cheap eats\" lunch menu features soups, salads, and sandwiches. There's also a selection of hot entrées and desserts. On Thursday, a guest chef leads the enterprise, serving a three-course dinner. Reservations are a must for this weekly event.

Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri 11am-2pm; Thu 11am-2pm, 5:30pm-8pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

QUEEN ANNE. Convenient to the Seattle Center, this understated little Chinese joint has made quite a name for itself in...

QUEEN ANNE. Convenient to the Seattle Center, this understated little Chinese joint has made quite a name for itself in Queen Anne circles thanks to its terrific prices and tasty Mandarin fare. At lunchtime, especially, the place stays packed, with the hungry clientele enjoying everything from moo shu pork to kung pao chicken (all combinations come with rice and an eggroll).

Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10:30pm; Sun 4pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club