What is it? The perfect blend of Italian and Pacific Northwest cuisines, and the best member of the Ethan Stowell restaurant group.
Why we love it: Named after the 1942 book by MFK Fisher, this gem of a restaurant takes its mission seriously. The focus at How to Cook a Wolf is to make something unique and magical out of simple ingredients—and they are masters at this! There are two locations: one in Queen Anne and one in Madison Park. The Queen Anne location is small, cozy and perfect for date night. The menu changes based on seasonal availability of ingredients, making you want to visit to see what’s new again and again. Sharing is encouraged at How to Cook a Wolf, and everything on the menu is fantastic. Highlights from the menu include tagliatelle with oyster mushrooms, scallops, and pork osso buco. And don’t overlook the sourdough bread as a starter; the homemade seasonal honey butter is truly addictive.
Time Out tip: How to Cook a Wolf usually shows up on the Seattle Restaurant Week list in the spring and fall, and I highly recommend taking advantage of this.
Address: Queen Anne: 2208 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. Madison Park: 4200 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98112
Opening Hours: Sun 10am–2pm, 4–10pm; Mon–Thu 4–10pm; Fri 4–11pm; Sat 10am–2pm, 4–11pm
Expect to pay: $60 per person