"We never thought this great pasta spot would serve fried chicken, but here we are. And now this Nashville hot chicken sandwich (available at both West Seattle and Eastlake locations) is going to be our go-to order even over a bowl of their excellent cacio e pepe. The dredge is crunchy but brittle enough to share the spotlight with the chicken, the cayenne glaze is just as smoky as it is hot, and the squishy sesame seed bun soaks up the spices like a sponge without being too greasy. Paired with a simply-seasoned aioli and tangy pickles, this our favorite spicy sandwich of the bunch." - carlo mantuano, aimee rizzo