About
HOURS
Mon 11am - 10pm
Tue-Thur 5pm - 10pm
Fri 11am - 10pm
Sat 10am - 10pm
Sun 10am - 10pm
Nue Seattle is a globally inspired street food restaurant on Capitol Hill, serving hard-to-find dishes from around the world since 2015.
Our ever-changing menu features favorites like Burmese Laphet Thoke, South African Bunny Chow, and Filipino silog, made with fresh ingredients and cultural respect, not fusion.
Nue has been featured on the Food Network, Travel Channel, Cooking Channel, Atlas Obscura, New York Magazine, and more.
Casual and welcoming, we’re open for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
FOOD WE LOVE
We didn’t open Nue to preach some abstract culinary philosophy about what we think people should eat. We're not about saving an ancient approach to cooking for future generations, nor are we interested in teaching the world about the benefits of some high-tech, new one. As artists and chefs, Nue is about sharing what excites us. Freakishly awesome food.
As avid travelers, and insatiable eaters, we set out to build the same kind of casual gathering, food and drink place we consistently frequent while abroad, but for whatever reason, can never quite find back home. As seemingly diverse as they are, the divey tascas of the Iberian Peninsula, the explosively colorful markets that blanket Asia, the smoky outdoor grills found throughout the Balkans and the vivid town squares of South America all share a lot in common: simple, unassuming, always unique, conspicuously approachable, often times surprising and most importantly, insanely delicious.
The approach we took while nailing down our concept can be summed up in one word. Creativity. As such, the menu at Nue will change quite frequently. Our mix-up of offerings will sometimes be to take advantage of seasonal ingredients, other times due to an incredible ‘new’ food discovery we made while abroad or in other cases because of some fantastic suggestion we received from a guest (highly encouraged). Most often however, our menu offerings will change because we want them to.
Our firm belief is that building a space that encourages chefs to be creative while drawing on their vast world, culinary experiences, all in an environment that doesn't take itself too casually or too seriously, can only lead to great innovation and taste.
We’re not trying to be "Fusion", nor are we claiming that our offerings are verbatim "Street Food", "Farm to Table", "Craft" or any other trendy buzzword of the day. What we are building is a space that allows our staff and our guests an opportunity to experiment and explore, to both work with and taste new flavors and foods without any pretense or culinary douchiness. We’re building a place where we want to hang out, making the foods we love to eat and we're confident you will too.
OUR NAME
In Japanese mythology, the Nue is a supernatural monster with the face of a monkey, the torso of a tanuki (Japanese raccoon dog), the limbs of a tiger and the tail of a snake. In other accounts it has the back of a tiger, the legs of a tanuki and the tail of a fox, and in yet other descriptions, the head of a cat, and the torso of a chicken? Odd for sure but any way you slice it, it's one badass beast made up of some pretty seemingly disparate parts.
After months of agonizing name searching, logo development and word play, it wasn't until we had our first draft menu printed that a name finally stuck. With our mission set; to take ingredients and dishes found throughout the world and work them into a cohesive dining experience our badass beast was born and we were helpless to name it anything but Nue.
FAQ
Do I Need a Reservation?
Reservations are recommended but not required. Reservations for up to 12 guests can be made through our website. For larger parties, please contact us at info@nueseattle.com
Do You Accept Walk-Ins?
Yes. We reserve a significant portion of our seating for walk-in guests and are happy to accommodate them whenever space is available.
What Should I Order on My First Visit?
First-time guests often enjoy our South African Bunny Chow, Tower of Chengdu Spicy Wings, French Tacos, and other globally inspired comfort foods. If you're visiting for brunch, our weekend menu offers a different selection of internationally inspired favorites.
Is There Parking Nearby?
Yes. There is a paid parking garage in our building, along with street parking and several additional paid lots within a short walk of the restaurant.
Do You Have Outdoor Seating?
Yes. We offer a covered patio and covered window rail seating. Our outdoor seating area can accommodate nearly as many guests as our indoor dining room.
Is the Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes. Our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
Do You Have Gluten-Free Options?
Yes. Many of our appetizers, entrées, and desserts are gluten-free or can be modified to be gluten-free. Please let your server know about any dietary restrictions when ordering.
Do You Have Vegan and Vegetarian Options?
Yes. A large portion of our menu is vegetarian or vegan, with multiple plant-based options available across appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
Can You Accommodate Large Parties?
Yes. Parties of up to 12 guests can be booked online. For larger groups, private events, or restaurant buyouts, please contact us at info@nueseattle.com. Our indoor space seats approximately 40 guests, with additional outdoor seating available.
Do You Offer Private Events?
Yes. We host private events, group dining experiences, and full restaurant buyouts. Please contact us at info@nueSeattle.com for availability and pricing.
Do You Offer Catering?
Yes. We offer catering for events of many sizes and can customize menus to fit your needs. Visit our catering page for sample menus or contact us directly to discuss your event.
What Kind of Food Does Nue Serve?
Nue serves globally inspired comfort food from around the world. We focus on dishes that are beloved and commonplace in their countries of origin but are rarely found in the United States. Rather than serving "exotic" food, we seek out authentic, approachable dishes that tell a story about the people and cultures they come from. Our menu is constantly evolving as we discover new flavors, traditions, and culinary inspirations from around the world.
Where Are You Located?
Nue is located on Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood at 1519 14th Avenue, between Pike Street and Pine Street, just north of the Madison corridor.
What countries are represented on your menu?
Our menu changes regularly, but you'll typically find dishes inspired by countries including China, South Africa, France, Tunisia, Lebanon, Thailand, Japan, Myanmar (Burma), India, Ethiopia, Indonesia (including Bali), Taiwan, Malaysia, Syria, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the Philippines.
Over the years, we've also featured dishes from places such as Suriname, Croatia, North Macedonia, Romania, Hungary, and several regions of West Africa.
Because we're always exploring new cuisines and culinary traditions, the countries represented on our menu evolve throughout the year. Our goal is to introduce guests to authentic comfort foods from around the world, especially dishes that are beloved in their home countries but are rarely found in the United States.
What makes Nue different from other restaurants in Seattle?
Nue explores comfort foods from around the world. Rather than focusing on a single cuisine, we seek out dishes that are beloved in their countries of origin but are rarely found elsewhere in Seattle. Our menu is designed to let guests travel the world through food without leaving Capitol Hill."
Has Nue been featured in the media?
Yes. Nue has been featured by Food Network, Travel Channel, Cooking Channel, Atlas Obscura, Seattle Met, Seattle Times, Eater Seattle, and other local and national media outlets.
