This diverse city has spent far too long in the shadow of Seattle and Tacoma

Federal Way is more than just a few exits on the freeway. Federal Way is wild. It's adventurous. It's got more nooks and crannies in its many strip malls than an English muffin and they are all brimming with hard-working people making unforgettable meals.

Once a quiet logging town named after the Pacific Highway (then referred to as the "Federal Highway"), Federal Way has blossomed into a warm, vibrant place to get exactly what you're looking for, whatever that might be. This diverse city has spent far too long in the shadow of Seattle and Tacoma. Here are 14 suggestions that should help shine a little light on Federal Way's under-appreciated food scene.

Note: Map points are ordered geographically and are not ranked by preference. What's your favorite place to grab a bite in Federal Way? Show it some love in the comments, send an email, or start a forum thread in its honor.

Note: Restaurants on this map are listed geographically.