Staple and Fancy

"You must eat at Chef Ethan Stowell's Staple & Fancy Mercantile, and the best way to enjoy a meal here is to opt for the chef's-choice menu." Full review

"Ethan Stowell's "spectacular" Italian elicits "OMG"s for the "smashingly good" four-course tasting menu, as well as the "constantly changing dishes" among the "incredible" à la carte options." Full review

"Ethan Stowell's intimate restaurant is located in a redesigned historic building in "Old Ballard," offering rustic charm and urban attitude." Full review

"A relaxed milieu at once antique yet au courant, an ad hoc $45 prix fixe menu served family style, plus the requisite fine-dining frills -- expertly blended cocktails, a thoughtful wine list." Full review

"For a special night out, try the supper in 4 courses."

"The menu here highlights simple Italian-inspired food. Try a multi-course feast of seasonal dishes created specifically for your table." Full review

"You could have a terrific birthday dinner around a big table at Staple & Fancy if you order small plates, eat pasta, drink wine...the space looks like a classy brick shipping warehouse. " Full review