Uncover Burien: A paradise full of international cuisine and culture

The City of Burien, just south of Seattle, is known for great food and a walkable downtown.

The City Of Burien:

Just a few reasons we love this city:

  • Location: Burien is accessible from just about anywhere in the region. You can drive north to Seattle in about 12 minutes, east to Sea-Tac Airport in five minutes, and south to Tacoma or east to Bellevue in 30 minutes.
  • Diversity: Burien has a diverse community of individuals who speak more than 50 different languages.
  • Walkability: Downtown Burien is considered to be the third most walkable city in Washington state. It's noted for its boutique retail, abundance of restaurants, and the Highline Heritage Museum. You can enjoy shopping, cultural activities, and food from all around the world.
  • Events: Find tons of community-centered events, including a weekly farmers market.

Restaurants:

The Burien Fish House

Originally, owners Van and Manda served their delicious menu from their food truck before they opened The Burien Fish House restaurant. Now, they are serving their tasty menu in a small, casual restaurant with an old school sailormen’s décor and very friendly atmosphere that offers a counter-serve kitchen featuring fish & chips, fish tacos, sandwiches, and chowder.

Recommendations: Seafood Chowder, shrimp or lobster Mac & Cheese, halibut, prawns, and habanero and jalapeno tartar sauce.

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Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen

Marlaina’s is a comfortable and colorful eatery with an open kitchen. The warm ambience, colorful tapestries and ample spacing between tables adds to a more traditional Mesopotamian environment and takes you to a different place for an amazing experience to stay and enjoy.

Recommendations: Halva, Mediterranean Salad, Meso Kebab, Mesopotamian stews

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Osteria Da Primo

Growing up in a small hill town in Italy, chef and owner Carlo Guida spent most of his days with his grandmother watching her cook until one day he would be able to recreate the food he loved so much.

After some time, Carlo and his wife Lindsay opened Osteria Da Primo in Burien's dining destination to serve up fresh pasta, woodfired pizza, seafood, steak, and Italian wine. With its charming atmosphere and traditional Italian cuisine, you are in for a very rewarding and relaxing experience.

Recommendations: Gnocchi Funghi e Pancetta, Carciofi Fritti, Le Pizza

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Culture:

Highline Heritage Museum

The Highline Heritage Museum helps tell the stories of Seattle Southside. This new museum creates exhibits and educational programs about our shared heritage. It's a great place to discover a bit of history and enjoy all that Burien has to offer.

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Adam Stewart