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    Where Ya At Matt

    3.8 (362 reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Clockwise from top: collared greens, rice and beans, shrimp and grits
    Maryam G.

    Oh no, despite so much love, I did not love most of my food from WYAM! Of course the hype has me doubting myself. It is possible that I just ordered wrong. I ordered the pork po' boy, and though I was told it was shredded pork when I asked, it was in fact chewy slices of pork inside. The slaw was nice, but the pork itself was not pleasant to me. The collared greens--a special--were too sweet, and the shrimp and grits were greasy. The rice and beans tasted okay, so I filled up on those. I did however love the hot and fluffy beignets. Excellent, and not something you find everywhere! I also want to note that WYAM is run well! The line at the truck moved briskly, and that the gentleman taking the orders was both kind and efficient. WYAM also updates and communicates their locations via social media clearly, and that's helpful for a food truck! Don't be discouraged by a line, and give it a try--you might like it better than me.

    Shrimp poboy
    Jinny C.

    I got the shrimp po'boy and it was worth the trek over to Westlake Park where the food truck is parked on Fridays. The other locations they frequent (as posted on their website) aren't convenient for me so I had been waiting to try their food for a while and I will definitely be revisiting! The shrimp was well-breaded and sizable, and there were a good amount in the sandwich. The sandwich is simple, fresh, and delicious.

    Chandra P.

    Thanks to Field To Table for introducing us to another great local establishment, Where Ya At Matt is a great find. The name is really befitting as you have to check FB/IG to identify the location and operating hours. Once you've located the truck don't let the line discourage your wait as the service is efficient and wait time is minimal. Huge kudos for offering vegetarian options, especially the red beans and rice (it's nearly impossible to find vegetarian Cajun style anything and especially the red beans and rice dish.) My husband really enjoyed his shrimp poboy and shrimp/grits. The beignets are the REAL deal, a must order to enjoy with a great cup of coffee. We will definitely return, and highly recommend!!

    Shrimp grits and oyster po boy
    Othon H.

    If you're a fan of New Orleans style food, this is the place. If you aren't, maybe go elsewhere. I was in Pioneer square, saw the food trucks and decided on Matt's. Apparently I don't like New Orleans style food. The hot sauce selection was super wide and impressive, especially for a food truck, and the shrimp grits were okay, but the oyster Po Boy wasn't up my alley. Service was nice though, and I'd recommend going to Pioneer Square when he's parked there with the other trucks and buskers. Nice staff though, wish em the best.

    Disappointed. I've had great po boys before. But today's shrimp po boy was nearly inedible. Shrimp was obviously either recycled from earlier, or the sandwich was premade and sitting around for a while as most of the breading on the shrimp was rubbed off and soggy, the shrimp was cold and the lettuce wilty and translucent like it'd all been sitting around a while.

    Oyster Poboy
    Gen V.

    Overall, I give Where Ya At Matt a total of 3.5 stars. Their moving food truck came to Ounces in West Seattle one of these past weekdays (about a month ago). Tip: Definitely check the Facebook schedule or website frequently to find out what date and location they'll be at. I tried a couple of times but missed them. When my friend and I did get a chance to eat, we ordered the Oyster poboy sandwich. Taste wise, it was pretty good for what it was. The sandwich cost about $16-$17 each, which was a bit pricey for the medium size. The oysters were small but fresh, with a light breading that made the fry delicate. As I reflect, the breading was a little chalky (not necessarily in a good or bad way). It made it a little dry but maybe that's what it was going for considering oysters can be messy to fry. The flavor of the sandwich was pretty subtle but I did really appreciate good that the oyster wasn't overtly seasoned where I couldn't recognize it for what it was. However, I'm not sure if I would specifically seek or crave the oyster poboy from Where Ya At Matt again, but I wouldn't mind trying some of their other offerings, specifically their shrimp poboys or shrimp & grits.

    Slice of pecan pie and king cake
    James R.

    Another stellar meal from Where Ya At Matt! I tried the fried chicken po boy and really liked it! Enjoyed how the chicken was moist and the flavors complimented each other. Think I found a good combination with the shrimp and gritz with the jambalaya (have to give props to my Dad for that idea). Decided to try a slice of pecan pie (brown sugar was a nice addition) and the king cake was nice, not too sugary but light and airy. Great work Matt, I'll be coming back to try more of your delicious food!

    Oyster Po Boy
    Eva M.

    Happy to be supporting a black owned business! I've heard a lot of good things about "Where Ya at Matt" via a FB group that supports minority owned businesses. I was happy that their food truck chose a location near us. The food overall is very good. The prices aren't bad; they aren't cheap but not bad either considering how much protein are in the sandwiches. Ingredient prices have gone up everywhere after all. Ordering was easy; we just ordered in person. There is an option to pre-order too. They had a 3 hours window, 11am to 2pm. We arrived at 1pm, and nothing was sold out yet. Woo hoo. We ordered extra to make this a "meal of the day". The Food: Shrimp Po Boy, $13 - 5 Stars Cornmeal Breaded. Fried. Lettuce. Tomato. Pickles. Mayo - Generously loaded with golden shrimp that are perfectly fried, this sandwich with some veggies made for hearty standalone meal. I separately added hot sauce to give it a kick. Smoked Portabella Po Boy, $12 - 5+ Stars Smoked portobello mushrooms. Lettuce. Tomato. Pickles. Mayo - Apparently, smoked means Cajun blackened, this sandwich was AMAZING! Delicious chunky bites of mushrooms that are perfectly juicy. It went really well with the tang of the pickles so each bite was juicy delicious. Oyster Po Boy, $14 - 5 Stars Cornmeal breaded and fried. Also has veggies. - Oyster Po Boys are hubby's favorite sandwich, and this one was excellent. It's basically the same as the shrimp in terms of preparation. The oysters were juicy and plump, the golden frying was light and not greasy at all. Beignets, $5 - 4.5 Stars We didn't get to eat it right away, so things "settle" a bit by the time we had our first bite. Doesn't matter though, it was still "holey" and pillowy. Sure, not as good as in NOLA, but come one, it's pretty dang close. Cole Slaw, $3 - 3.5 Stars We were faking being 'healthier' and ordered cole slaw. This version is more on the vinegar-y side, which we're not a fan of. No big deal. We'll skip this next time. Cornbread with Honey Butter, $3 - 2 Stars I was not expecting to see a little cupcake looking thing with a little butter thing on the side. LOL. I probably should have looked for photos. It was 'fine', like a C. It needed more height for a proper fluffy cornbread that raises in the middle with that golden brown at the bottom. That's not what this is. Doh. We'll skip this next time too.

    Beignets
    Dena F.

    Picked up at cat fish po'boy and some beignets at Where Ya At Matt and everything was SO good. The catfish was flavorful, crisp and served with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and just the right amount of mayo on a tasty roll. Nice size too. Definitely one of the best po'boys I've eaten, including my fav spots in New Orleans. The beignets were delicious too. Hubs picked up the jambalaya which was also good Service was quick, friendly and Covid safe.

    Shrimp po boy and king cake. Twelfth Night
    Stacy G.

    Shrimp po boy. Slice of king cake. Today's Twelfth Night. Chuck's Hop Shop just a mile away. Friday night's standard scheduled stop for the truck. My Lord, am I so happy. A bit of home in this lonely pnw town.

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    Had an oyster po' boy and beignets from their food truck at a concert at Marymoor Park...very delicious!!

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    Caught the truck at a festival. Huge line, totally worth it. And that gumbo knocked our socks off.

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    I miss the food of NOLA so much. Matt is also from there and gets it. PoBoys and beignets and hush puppies, yes!

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    DELICIOUS!!! The shrimp and grits was unbelievable! The catfish poboy was equally amazing! Definitely recommend.

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    El Camion

    El Camion

    4.0
    (215 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    let's just say that this filled me up with so much food i didn't eat for the next 22 hours…read more for the price (only 12 dollars) that's a ridiculous portion size where to even start these seemed to be soft tacos, but with a full melted cheese covering on both sides of the shell i would say that's my only slight disappointment - that these weren't really crispy at all - there was no real crunch when i would bite into one of them - rather it was just slightly harder than a soft taco the cheese did add a great flavoring to the outside though - making this more than a normal taco shell each taco was absolutely overflowing with stuffing - it got to the point where the plate became another full meal by itself from everything that fell out of the taco the two main components of each taco were the cheese and the chicken the cheese was so perfectly melted - may have been the best cheese in a taco i've ever had it created such a satisfying cheese pull every time you took a bite - and it was one consistency throughout, meaning every time you took a bite you had to pull the cheese away from the rest of the taco - which was just fantstic as for the chicken - i was slightly disappointed that it wasn't spicy in the slightest. However, it still tasted like it had a really nice flavor, and had a soft interior. It being actually spicy would've moved this dish up a lot, though each taco was primarily made out of this chicken - and there was so much of it it was practically insane - but I loved this amount shoutout to the onions as well - they were great I asked for the habanero sauce - which i thought was ok - wasn't spicy at all and didn't add much flavor. will go with another sauce next time tried mixing in some taco bell fire sauce which was interesting i love that these came wrapped in aluminium foil to preserve heat. a great touch overall, as far as taste, these were pretty good, but when you consider the amount of meat you're getting, along with overall portion size - it's simply a fantastic meal.

    Guys. It is 3:38 PM. We ate both the beef tacos and the fish…read moretacos. Good flavor five star Customer Service as usual. But maybe we came after the lunch crowd and both the fish and the Carne Asada was overcooked. I might Maybe was it just leftover after the lunch crowd. I've never had a less than five star food experience here. Maybe we should just give it another go. I really want to love our experience. This one needed a little bit more salt, but definitely needed to pay attention to not being overcooked. I'm sad.

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    Carne Asada, Carnitas, and Shrimp Tacos
    Carne Asada, Carnitas, and Shrimp Tacos
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    El Camión

    4.4
    (12 reviews)
    5.2 mi

    This is definitely one of the best food trucks I've had here in Washington, they've got a few…read morelocations but my favorite is the one in Ballard. They have all of the classics on their menu plus a bunch of their in house creations which are definitely worth a try! They've got about 7 different salsas to try, my favorites are the avocado or chipotle! The customer service is always friendly and fast, they also have a ton of seating options at the Ballard truck and I've never had to wait more than 10 minutes.

    El Camion is one of my favorite taco trucks! I've been to all their locations and their burritos…read moreare always fresh and delicious. My go-to location is in Ballard. They have a covered outdoor seating area. It is ideal in the summer to provide much needed shade. The vibe is chill as most people opt for take away. My favorite is the pork carnitas and my partner likes the beef cheeks. You can't order the beef cheeks online, but you can ask for it when you order in person. They offer a variety of soft drinks and water. After you place your order, they'll give you a pager. Depending on how busy they are the wait times are usually 10-15 minutes. The burritos are huge and very reasonably priced. I can only eat half and I save the other half for the next day. Check it out the next time you're craving for a burrito!

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    These are the green chili chicken enchiladas. The sauce is based in tomatillos. It is not spicy

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    Midnite Ramen

    Midnite Ramen

    4.4
    (140 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    Such a fun and unexpected gem! This ramen spot tucked inside a brewery is super cute and has such a…read morewelcoming vibe. The ramen was incredibly flavorful--rich, comforting, and exactly what you want. Everything tasted fresh and well thought out. I also ordered a draft root beer which was honestly so good and a fun change from the usual. We came with kids and they made the experience extra special. The kids got to pick out a Pokémon card at the bar (huge win), and our waitress went above and beyond--she was so warm and attentive. She even brought the kids Pocky for dessert, which was such a sweet touch. We also ordered the fried chicken--$8 for a huge portion, which is an amazing deal. The dipping sauce was delicious. Personally, I'd prefer the pieces to be a bit smaller, but that's just a minor preference, As well as a real utensils would be nice over plastic. Overall, such a great experience with amazing food, kind service, and thoughtful details. We will definitely be back!

    This is a great place to get your ramen fix. Its legit. You…read morecan tell they really put alot into their ramen; the broth was great, the noodle is good and the portion was perfect. You order via kiosk; and wait your order to be called when its ready. They got condiments of fresh garlic and chili oil as well. What we got: Kyoto charsu ramen (4/5) Great broth and very flavorfull. Portion was perfect. Miso Bold (4.5/5) Very very rich broth and the black garlic was great. Portion was oerfect for how rich it was. I add the spicy paste and it was great. Overall This is a great spot. I highly recomend it to anyone in the area.

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    Ramen pickup counter
    50's Classic Shoyu Ramen with chicken. Fried gyoza shared with friends
    50's Classic Shoyu Ramen with chicken. Fried gyoza shared with friends
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    Tres' House of Cheesesteaks

    Tres' House of Cheesesteaks

    4.7
    (55 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    I've been wanting to try Tres' House of Cheesesteaks for quite some time. Why did I wait so long??…read moreIt's sooo good! We ordered the Pepper to share and it was an appropriate amount of meat, cheese and peppers placed in a toasty bun. We also ordered a side of tots, which were outstandingly crispy. Tres' is located inside the Lamplighter Public House. We placed our order at the bar and our order was brought out to us. Bonus: We went down to Shilshole to enjoy our cheesesteak and tots while watching the sunset. Good food and views!

    Forgot to take a picture because I was so hungry, but this place definitely hit the spot…read more Ordered the Tre's Caliente Cheesesteak Sandwich and the Fried Zucchini Sticks. The sandwich was great. Hot, fresh, flavorful (quite spicy - but I like it), moist, and large - about enough for 2 people. Packed with meat, cheese. onions, and peppers. I'd order here often if I lived in Seattle. The zucchini fries however were not good, especially for $12. Very bready, the slices of zucchini were too skinny, and portion size was kind of small. It was only good because it was hot and fried. But the zucchini itself had a strange flavor..kind of fishy? I would not recommend these, maybe just stick to fries but everything else was good. Sandwich - 5/5 Zucchini Fries - 2/5 I ordered online, which was fairly simple, and you pick up from a side door of the building to the kitchen in the parking lot (left side), you do not have to go inside. Pick-up service was friendly. Overall excellent sandwiches!

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    Seoul Bowl

    Seoul Bowl

    4.4
    (212 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I had the Seoul bowl cater one of my events. This allowed me to try three different bowls and they…read morewere all flawless. I am gonna have to try some of their other menu items in the future. Super friendly owner, great food, and quick service. I would 100% get Seoul Bowl again.

    In my ever growing quest to consume new restaurants in the Seattle area, I decided to stop by Seoul…read morebowl for a lunch. I've walked past a bunch on the weekends but never when it was open. At around 12:30 there was a decent sized crowd, mostly at the ramen station, so we went straight for the Korean rice bowl area where there were only two people in line. We were quickly helped, and I ordered a chicken bowl with everything. The workers were efficient and generous with building the bowl and I was excited to try. At the time there were not a ton of people eating in person, and the seating area appeared quite cozy and comfortable, but we opted to take it to go. When finally eating, I started with the potato/raisin dish which was great. Everything else was equally good. One caveat being, despite getting the sauce that claimed to be very spicy, the spice level was basically non existent (only coming from the jalapeños). But that did not detract from my overall enjoyment of the food! And it was enough for two meals for me. I'll definitely be back, especially to try their fried chicken!

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    Seoul bowl counter and kiost
    Korean Bulgogi Bowl
    Korean Bulgogi Bowl
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    Un Bien

    Un Bien

    4.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    5.6 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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    Seating area
    #1 Caribbean Roast
    #1 Caribbean Roast
    Spicy scallop - so yummy

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    Spicy scallop - so yummy

    Where Ya At Matt - cajun - Updated July 2026

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