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    4.7 (268 reviews)
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    Ham & Cheese without banana peppers.
    Sara G.

    While stuck at Shilshole Marina for a boat mechanical issue we grabbed lunch here. So so so good. I might be back for dinner.

    Conner J.

    Vary well may be the best sandwiches in Seattle. We dont eat much meat so my take may be off but if they can make a veggie sandwich this good then I have to imagine there other ones are great as well. We got the tofu delight and it was amazing. The mixture of caramelized onion, fried tofu, fresh bread, and sweet sauce was a perfect combo. The only bad thing is how messy it is which just means its not a first date place but if you can get passed that then it is 100% worth it. The line can get pretty long but it goes pretty quickly so the wait is never too bad. They have two benches for seating that could probably fit 12 people each so sometimes it gets full but they are easy to take on the go and with golden gardens right there it is a good spot to grab on the way. The atmosphere is nice as well. The color and lighting gives the tropical feel it was going for especially at night. The only thing I wish was a little different is the seating which would be super nice if it was a bit more open and had a verity of seating but its a small gripe for a great place. Parking is pretty reasonable since north of it doesnt fill up too quickly but its still seattle so im sure that depends on the day.

    Palomilla Steak Sandwich
    Richard N.

    If you're looking for your next go-to sandwich shop, look no further! Un Bien was amazing, and I'm already craving another sandwich from them! This was probably the best sandwich I've had in a long time, and I eat sandwiches ALL THE TIME! I had the Palomilla Steak sandwich, which was amazing. It's cooked to perfection, juicy, the right amount of toppings, and had nice toasted, crunchy bread. My wife had their signature sandwich, The Roast, which was pork, and is definitely a must try for your first visit. Glad I got to eat the other half of hers, in addition to mine! The service and ambiance are super casual! The workers are all extremely friendly, helpful and quick! It's a walk-up counter to order, and self-serve seating, all outdoors. Felt like I was eating in the Caribbean with their setup, music and the vibes. Can't wait to go back and encourage everyone to support this amazing place!

    Caribbean Roast Dinner
    Greta G.

    I love Un Bien! I've been going here since I was a kid and it was called Paseo's, and I'm still impressed every time. My favorites are the Caribbean roast sandwich, the Caribbean roast dinner, and the corn. For a vegetarian option, my fiancé loves the tofu delight sandwich and dinner. Un Bien has fabulous flavor, generous portions, and friendly staff. The shilshole location has a walk-up window, but they also have a walled-in and heated outdoor area to stay warm in the winter. For the quintessential Un Bien Shilshole experience, go on a sunny day and take your order across the street to the beach for a picnic and swim. There's nothing better than eating an Un Bien sandwich on the sand, while watching the sunset over the waves.

    Ali L.

    Yum! We've been to 2 of their locations now and it did not disappoint. I got the tofu delight and my husband got the onion obsession. As we could tell they seemed the same, except one of them has tofu. As for atmosphere, it is a small, open air picnic table type seating area, so there is very limited seating and at peak mealtimes it might be difficult to find a seat, but people are usually willing to share a table. The vegetarian selection was limited, but I would definitely get the tofu delight again. I wish they had more vegetarian options, and also think they should add a compost, because it'd be easy to compost most of the material required to wrap the sandwiches. A hand washing station of some sort would be nice as well. I definitely recommend stopping by for a quick, messy, delicious bite!

    Caribbean Roast
    Lan Anh V.

    I'm not exaggerating when I say that their Caribbean roast is the sandwich of my dreams. The original Paseo was my favorite place to grab a bite in Seattle. I was so happy to hear that Un Bien kept all the same recipes when Paseo closed, so I was excited to finally return here on a recent trip after I moved away from the PNW over a decade ago. Getting a sandwich here was literally the first and most important item on my itinerary. The line is understandably long, but the wait isn't too bad. Seating is very limited, so people often get their orders to go. Their sandwiches are messy to eat, but so worth it. The meat is juicy, succulent, and tender. Pair this with the grilled onions, fresh cilantro, garlic aioli, in a perfectly toasted baguette, and you've got an explosion of flavors for your taste buds. Un Bien is a must-visit spot for any foodie visiting Seattle. If they ever decide to open a location in Austin, I will be the first in line.

    Leonard Jack ..

    Good sandwhich shop I visited on a recommendation.. many selections on this region specific menu. Fresh, with tender meat choices. The cashier was great! Personally, polite, and added to the good experience. I do recommend asking for many extra napkins. As the sandwhich is just as messy as it is good. The bright colored locations brings a Florida vibe, and was clean and inviting. Currently have one last location to try.

    Caribbean Roast sandwiches and West Caribbean Bowl
    Brian C.

    First time trying this relative of Paseo's which was the original. The sandwich was delicious and no real discernible difference from Paseo - juicy, full of flavor, and just as messy as I remembered. The West Caribbean bowl was somewhat of a letdown. The chips were soggy and not packed separately like they do at Paseo, and there wasn't an option for the roast pork instead of chicken thigh. Service was fast and there is open air seating and a covered area on the side of the of the order window.

    Caribbean Scallops Entree, Palomilla Steak, Smokin' Thighs
    Andrew H.

    Un Bien is a Caribbean restaurant where the Seaview location is right next to the Golden Gardens beach, which makes it super busy when it's nice out. We wanted to try the pork shoulder sandwiches but they ran out of pork shoulder even though it was around 6pm, so we opted to try the thighs and steak sandwiches instead. The sandwiches were well-seasoned, though the bread they use is a bit too tough for me, and the steak was a bit tough to chew. We also tried the scallop entree, which comes with a beet salad, rice, and beans. The scallops themselves were rubbery and I personally wouldn't get again, but the red sauce was very flavorful and paired nicely with the rice. Salad and beans were nice additions.

    Caribbean Roast
    Alex N.

    It's street parking just heads up for y'all and it's a block away from the ocean. But the sandwich is honestly something i never knew I was missing in life. Their sauce is something I could bathe in with how well it pairs with their beef. I was as wet as the sandwich when i was done. Def bulk approved shrimp was good but not broke da mouth

    Jon R.

    Customer service was great, John the owner/manager/leader was dope and explained a lot of what they had to offer. The steak sandwich was really good and the Cuban was good with spice and some jalapeños and some salsa verde. I enjoyed the sandwich. Small restaurant with two benches inside for seating place was clean and inviting and the staff was friendly. Would recommend and definitely come back

    Caribbean Scallops Entree
    Ken Z.

    Overall: amazing food and flavors. Would definitely come back! Food: 5/5 Cost effective and super yummy Scallops entree had nicely cooked scallops. Very tomato forward and earthy sauces. Nicely cooked rice. Beans came in a well balanced tangy and savory sauce. Caribbean roll came on a firm sourdough, pork shoulder was melt-in-your-mouth with a creamy white sauce to go with it. Ambiance: 4/5 Outdoor, casual, and clean Service: 4/5 Cashier was friendly and helped guide me through the options!

    Bright restaurant front
    Matty E.

    Yeah, there's a reason it's rated the #1 sandwich in Seattle. It's sweet, salty, tangy, spicy, rich, meaty, smoky, fresh, bright, all packed into a single sandwich. Talk about MOUTH WATERING! This sandwich was well worth the 30 minute drive out of downtown Seattle. The bright pink-and-green facade is unmistakable, and parking across the street was plentiful and made it easy to access the restaurant. We ordered the Caribbean roast and Palomilla steak sandwiches -- they were essentially the same (except for the protein), and while the pork is rated #1 I personally had a slight preference for the steak. All the same, we savored every last bite. Be prepared to get messy -- the juices get everywhere -- but it's a positive since you're left with your hands (and clothes if you spill!) smelling like meaty Caribbean goodness the rest of the afternoon. By far the best meal we had during our visit to Seattle. If I had to recommend one thing to eat in the Puget Sound, it's an Un Bien sandwich!!

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    The best spot for Caribbean sandwiches hands down! I was in awe, my taste buds exploded, I was craving for more. Highly recommend!

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    The sandwich is worth the hype. The chicken and rice plate is also pretty good. The caramelized onions are a must.

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    Un Bien

    4.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    tl;dr the juicy Caribbean pork sandwiches at this revived Seattle mini-chain live up to the…read morelegendary hype Un Bien is arguably Seattle's most popular sandwich joint, and its dramatic history begins with Cuban chef Lorenzo Lorenzo and his initial shop, Paseo. Lorenzo opened Paseo in 1994, where his popular Cuban roast pork sandwiches were regarded as among the best in the country. After years of local expansion, Paseo abruptly filed for bankruptcy in 2014. The brand was subsequently bought out by a local entrepreneur, but the sale did not include Paseo's secret recipes (the reboot attempted to reverse engineer the sandwiches with varying success). So, in 2015, Lorenzo's sons revived Paseo under a new name, Un Bien, armed with their father's original recipes. Nowadays, Un Bien is generally regarded as superior to Paseo, and you can grab their Caribbean sandos at one of the three locations across Seattle. You can't miss the pastel pink-and-teal palette of the original shack on an otherwise drab block of Ballard. As you approach the wooden window, you are greeted by the aroma of sauteed meats and veggies. Communal laquered wood benches are lined up underneath a covered pergola. Fifties hits ring respectfully around the kitchen. My partner and I visited for late weekday lunch, and we ordered immediately. We opted to focus on the signature pork shoulder, so we split the #1 Caribbean Roast and #2 The Press. Across both sandwiches, we were impressed by the tender pork, rich onions, lemon-forward aioli, and marinade-soaked baguette. The standard roast pork sandwich added on pickled jalapenos and crisp romaine, culminating in a dynamic flavor that accentuated the meat. Meanwhile, The Press featured tart banana peppers, smoked ham, and melty Swiss, amping up the sweet and savory flavors alike; we agreed that this extra-messy sandwich just edged out the standard version. Our order took just minutes to be prepared, and the bill just topped $30. Despite the fanfare, I still found myself surprised by just how satisfying Un Bien's sandwiches turned out to be. Across all the food I ate in Seattle, only these pork sandwiches would be worth a return visit, even if I had to venture out of my way.

    Messy, pricey, totally overrated…read more My family and I visited Un Bien and arrived approximately 45 minutes before closing. We ordered promptly, but were told we would only have about 10 minutes to use the seating area before it closed. When we asked for clarification because the restaurant was advertised as being open until 9:00 PM, staff confirmed they were open until then but said the seating area would close earlier anyway. After receiving our food, we were told not to sit down and were asked to leave the seating area altogether. The interaction felt abrupt and discourteous, especially given that we had arrived well before closing and had purchased food with the expectation that we could eat on-site. The food itself was average, but the poor customer service and inconsistent messaging about seating left a much stronger impression than the meal. There are other better places. Skip.

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    Lenox

    4.5
    (112 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    How have I been sleeping on this place??…read more Just got back from an awesome Friday night at Lenox, highly recommend. Food: We were thrilled with everything, including the beef empanada they sent out just because. Mofongo: prawns with mashed plantain and a broth to die for Pollo al Carbon: chicken with the right amount of smokiness and sauce Coco Greens: hands down some of the best greens and potlikker we've ever had Tostones - couldn't stop eating these Red Beans and Rice - perfectly cooked Service: outstanding from the host to our server Marcus to all the staff. It's friendly, comfortable and fun Ambience: Most of the tables turned over during our 6:15pm dinner but we were never rushed and while the restaurant was full, it never felt too crowded or loud. All ages were there on a Friday night from families to millennials to older couples out on a date. Fun to see such good food uniting everyone. We will definitely be back!

    I was extremely excited to try this restaurant with my partner but the food was not good at all…read more The food is insured by Cuban and Puerto Rican/Nuyurican dishes. I have had my fair share of visits to NY but clearly need to trying the PR food there and also need to prioritize going straight to PR as well. Ive had the food in Cuba and this was nothing close to that so, let move on. We had the Pollo al Carbon, Coco Greens and Hushpuppies. For drinks we had the Rhude Boy and Sandia. The Pollo al Carbon was not good at all. The chicken was smoked (dry) and the sauce underneath it taste like nothing. The veggies and potatoes were good though! The Hushpuppies tasted more like cinnamon and were simply not good. The Coco Greens tasted like kelp and coconut milk. Service was also decent! Our server was kind and friendly despite us returning the first thing that came out, the Hushpuppies. The drinks were made and sat for about 5mins after the bartender made them while our server was stocking silverware. Despite the food being nasty and the drinks taking some time to be served, I appreciated that they included gratuity for the sake of supporting staff. Overall, I liked the drinks but truly could've lived without the food.

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    Cafe Con Leche

    4.1
    (265 reviews)
    7.5 mi
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    The Ropa Vieja from here was quite good. It came as a very large amount of shredded beef, a smaller…read morehelping of rice, and fries to go along with it. I'll start with the beef, as it was the primary component of the dish. Despite it being flank steak, it was clearly simmered for a long time - and displayed none of the traditionally chewy or dry properties associated with the tougher cut. The sauce also helped - it was very well spiced, and had a slight tomato-like flavor. Mixing this with the yellow rice yielded something that was really satisfying to eat. The combination of sauce, beef, and rice was quite enjoyable, even with mixing the vegetables in for some extra crunch. The portion size of beef was crazy. When combined with the rice, the total amount of food here was solidly enough for two full meals. It is around 20 dollars for the dish, but I would classify that as a good value when you consider how much food you get. On the opposite side, I swapped the maduros out for fries. These...were not good. The fries tasted stale, hard, and not appealing at all. While the portion size was high, the appeal was not. The sauce that came with these was interesting at least. Overall, I think this is a very strong core dish at an impressive portion. Would recommend sticking with the plantains as a side though. 8.5/10

    I heard someone at my hairdresser mention this place having the only decent Cubano in the city…read more They had lived in Miami and found this place to be the most authentic - so we had to go. I haven't had a real Cubano but if it's like what we had at Cafe con Leche then I may need to book a flight. It was so good! We started with a small shot of espresso and moved on to a pair of tasty sandwiches. A Cubano for him and a marinated chicken sandwich for me. Our server was drifting between Spanish and English and greeted a number of the customers like old friends. Always an excellent sign.

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