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Josh Henderson

Seattle

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Skillet Diner
1400 E Union St
Seattle, WA

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"Boring, tasteless, and uninspired." | Chef Josh Henderson | Chefs Read Bad Reviews

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"Boring, tasteless, and uninspired." | Chef Josh Henderson | Chefs Read Bad Reviews

September 9, 2015

What happens when chefs read the bad reviews written about them from around the web and beyond? We turned on the camera to find out. This episode: Chef Josh Henderson of Seattle's Skillet and Westward responds to his food being "flavorless," and the over-wearing of vests. Vests are timeless.

Where I Go Out

Salumi's spicy pepperoni pizza

Pagliacci Pizza

$, Pizza, Happy Hour, Junction

"This is my go-to pizza. Probably once every two to three weeks, I'll order the Salumi's spicy pepperoni with mushrooms. I always ask for my pizzas well-done if they're delivered because I don't like risking a soggy pizza crust. I want it crispy!"

$$, Pizza, Belltown

"This chicken is some of the best fried chicken I've had in Seattle. The first time I tried it I was blown away. Served with Tabasco black pepper gravy, it's a solid dish. Don't forget to get the buttermilk biscuit too."

$$, Happy Hour, Full Bar, Coffee Shop, Outdoor Seating, Reservations, French, Bar, Downtown

"I think Presse is one of the most consistently solid restaurants in Seattle. It is just good every time, and I think they do such a great job. The Croque-madame is an example of the simple, great food they excel at."

$$, Food Truck, Desserts, Ice Cream, Old Ballard

"I think this is the best ice cream in the city. Owner Adria Shimada is one of the only folks in town who makes hers from scratch. All of her ingredients are organic. For her chocolate ice cream, she uses organic chocolate from TCHO in San Francisco. I think her ice cream is amazing."

The Walrus and the Carpenter

$$$, Seafood, Outdoor Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Gastropub, Cocktail, Old Ballard

"The whole experience at Walrus is amazing. The space is beautiful. The mousse is seasoned well and comes with different accompaniments that change with the seasons. I tend to gravitate towards food that is simple and this is it. It's not simple in execution, but it's simple when it is presented on a plate. Make sure to call ahead and see if they are serving it that day. Editor's note: the menu changes frequently."

Lee's Asian Restaurant

$$, Chinese, Asian, Junction

"The beef in this dish is a little tough, but the flavor is so anise-y and well-balanced. It's straight delicious."

Chef

Josh Henderson

Skillet Diner

At My Venues

Kale Caesar salad

Skillet Diner

$$, Modern, American, Breakfast, Diner, Minor

"I love this salad because it's so hearty. I think it's ingenious to use raw kale, which has got great texture and is so healthy for you. The dressing is homemade, as are the awesome croutons. It's also a great thing to eat with their specials, like meatloaf or spaghetti and meatballs! It's homespun goodness."

Chef

Kathy Casey

Dish D'lish, Kathy Casey Food Studios

Burger

Skillet Diner

$$, Modern, American, Breakfast, Diner, Minor

"The bacon jam alone makes this the best burger in Seattle. Add in grass-fed beef topped with a lovely slab of creamy cambozola, spicy arugula and an artisanal hamburger bun, and this burger launches into another realm of yumminess."