"Formerly the much-loved Porkchop & Co, this Ballard shop was reborn as a breakfast spot during the pandemic lockdown era. The perfectly chewy bagels are excellent across the board, with offerings like bagels topped with za’atar and shichimi togarashi (a Japanese chili pepper and spice blend). There are also great bagel sandwich options, like the Nick and Nora, a riff on avocado toast with chili crisp. Beyond bagels, the shop serves satisfying one-pound breakfast burritos with fillings like Oaxacan cheese and guajillo chili salsa, and J Kenji López-Alt-approved biscuit sandwiches. In 2024, Rachel’s expanded into Lake City’s Elliot Bay Brewing." - Mark DeJoy, Harry Cheadle, Eater Staff