Guidebook for Seattle

Erin
Guidebook for Seattle

Food Scene

Great Thai Food delivery, and lovely inside for a quick bite.
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Thai Fusion Restaurant & Lounge
15 Nickerson St
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Great Thai Food delivery, and lovely inside for a quick bite.
Walk to the Book Bindery for a special dinner out.
Book Bindery
198 Nickerson Street
Walk to the Book Bindery for a special dinner out.
A favorite spot on Queen Anne. Excellent food, cocktails, and wine.
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How To Cook A Wolf
2208 Queen Anne Ave N
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A favorite spot on Queen Anne. Excellent food, cocktails, and wine.
I like this Starbucks because it has a place to tie your dog up outside. You can see your dog while you wait in line, too.
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Starbucks
1912 Pike Pl
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I like this Starbucks because it has a place to tie your dog up outside. You can see your dog while you wait in line, too.
This hidden gem is not-so-hidden these days. Inspired NW-Greek food, sweeping views of downtown, salty, sailor decor. Outdoor firepit made of oyster shells. You'll love it.
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Westward
2501 N Northlake Way
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This hidden gem is not-so-hidden these days. Inspired NW-Greek food, sweeping views of downtown, salty, sailor decor. Outdoor firepit made of oyster shells. You'll love it.
Lovely walk from my place to Fremont, where this restaurant will wow you.
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The Whale Wins
3506 Stone Way N
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Lovely walk from my place to Fremont, where this restaurant will wow you.
Korean-French fusion food. Outdoor firepit. House bubbly. Wonderful spot.
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Joule
3506 Stone Way N
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Korean-French fusion food. Outdoor firepit. House bubbly. Wonderful spot.
Located in the Ballard neighborhood, this is one of my favorite restaurants. Get the chef's tasting menu for $45 and prepare to enjoy the meal of your trip.
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Staple & Fancy
4739 Ballard Ave NW
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Located in the Ballard neighborhood, this is one of my favorite restaurants. Get the chef's tasting menu for $45 and prepare to enjoy the meal of your trip.
It's good enough for the New York Times! Get there early and put your name on the list (no reservations) then cool your heels at a nearby bar while waiting. Lots of oysters and cocktails.
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The Walrus and the Carpenter
4743 Ballard Ave NW
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It's good enough for the New York Times! Get there early and put your name on the list (no reservations) then cool your heels at a nearby bar while waiting. Lots of oysters and cocktails.
Fabulous Italian-inspired fair. Heavy ambiance, gorgeously decorated, wonderful location. People love their $10 meatball mondays. I love their veggies and wine list.
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Stoneburner
5214 Ballard Ave NW
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Fabulous Italian-inspired fair. Heavy ambiance, gorgeously decorated, wonderful location. People love their $10 meatball mondays. I love their veggies and wine list.
One of my family's favorite HH pit-stops. Book a table at Ray's Cafe (upstairs) and indulge in sweeping views over Elliott Bay. Even better? Book a table at the restaurant downstairs.
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Ray's Boathouse
6049 Seaview Ave NW
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One of my family's favorite HH pit-stops. Book a table at Ray's Cafe (upstairs) and indulge in sweeping views over Elliott Bay. Even better? Book a table at the restaurant downstairs.
Pick up Cuban sandwiches here then head to Golden Gardens for sunset. This place is a cult favorite. Don't be scared off by the queues!
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Paseo
6226 Seaview Avenue Northwest
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Pick up Cuban sandwiches here then head to Golden Gardens for sunset. This place is a cult favorite. Don't be scared off by the queues!
If you find yourself in Pioneer Square be sure to pop into the London Plane for drinks and a bite. Wonderful spot, worthy of it's place on the "50 Best new restaurants in the US" list.
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The London Plane
300 Occidental Ave S
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If you find yourself in Pioneer Square be sure to pop into the London Plane for drinks and a bite. Wonderful spot, worthy of it's place on the "50 Best new restaurants in the US" list.
Korean-fusion, absolutely fantastic food. Outdoor deck firepit. You can't go wrong here.
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Revel
401 North 36th Street
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Korean-fusion, absolutely fantastic food. Outdoor deck firepit. You can't go wrong here.
This fish restaurant has an amazing view overlooking Seattle. You can take the West Seattle foot ferry here from downtown - no car needed. Marination Station next door is a lower-cost way to enjoy it!
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Salty's on Alki Beach
1936 Harbor Ave SW
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This fish restaurant has an amazing view overlooking Seattle. You can take the West Seattle foot ferry here from downtown - no car needed. Marination Station next door is a lower-cost way to enjoy it!
Wonderful splurge restaurant a very cheap Uber ride away from my place.
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Boat Street Kitchen
3131 Western Ave
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Wonderful splurge restaurant a very cheap Uber ride away from my place.
I like the ambiance here and think it's worth taking an Uber for. Wonderful Italian restaurant on Capitol Hill
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Spinasse
1531 14th Ave
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I like the ambiance here and think it's worth taking an Uber for. Wonderful Italian restaurant on Capitol Hill
Excellent Italian restaurant in Pioneer Square.
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Il Terrazzo Carmine
411 1st Ave S
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Excellent Italian restaurant in Pioneer Square.
Down-home Lebanese restaurant in Greenwood. If this description doesn't sell you on it, google it for a better one. It's good!
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Cafe Munir
2408 NW 80th St
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Down-home Lebanese restaurant in Greenwood. If this description doesn't sell you on it, google it for a better one. It's good!
A pilgrimage for all you pizza foodies out there. Arrive early, put your name on the list, and head over to Essex for knock-your-socks-off cocktails while you wait.
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Delancey
1415 NW 70th St
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A pilgrimage for all you pizza foodies out there. Arrive early, put your name on the list, and head over to Essex for knock-your-socks-off cocktails while you wait.
You know that feeling you get when you stumble into a restaurant that feels like your own little secret? That's the way this place is.The menu changes with the seasons. The wine list is superb. Enjoy!
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Brimmer & Heeltap
425 NW Market St
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You know that feeling you get when you stumble into a restaurant that feels like your own little secret? That's the way this place is.The menu changes with the seasons. The wine list is superb. Enjoy!
Northern Italian restaurant in nearby Ballard - absolutely recommended. Cocktails made with herbs grown on the roof. Fresh, locally-sourced food. Excellent wine list. Brava!
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Volterra
121 Kirkland Ave
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Northern Italian restaurant in nearby Ballard - absolutely recommended. Cocktails made with herbs grown on the roof. Fresh, locally-sourced food. Excellent wine list. Brava!
Lovely tea shop in Ballard. They serve little glass tea kettles that are kept warm resting on tea candles. The rooibos selection is very good!
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Miro Tea
5405 Ballard Ave NW
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Lovely tea shop in Ballard. They serve little glass tea kettles that are kept warm resting on tea candles. The rooibos selection is very good!
This bakery has been written-up in every regional and foodie magazine there is. It's wonderful.
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Rosellini’s Fine Cakes & Baked Goods
1413 NW 70th St
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This bakery has been written-up in every regional and foodie magazine there is. It's wonderful.
If you are having a night out on Cap Hill and are in the mood for some wonderful Italian food, you should book a table at Artusi.
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Artusi
1535 14th Ave
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If you are having a night out on Cap Hill and are in the mood for some wonderful Italian food, you should book a table at Artusi.
Full-bodied organic coffee.
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Caffe Fiore
224 W Galer St
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Full-bodied organic coffee.
If you're into donuts you should stop by Top Pot. It has become Seattle Legend. Warning: they post calorie contents for each donut.
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Top Pot Doughnuts
609 Summit Ave E
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If you're into donuts you should stop by Top Pot. It has become Seattle Legend. Warning: they post calorie contents for each donut.
Use all that dough you saved staying at an AirBNB on a fancy night out! This Italian Seafood restaurant is alleged to be THE place to take someone you want to impress. Please tell me how it is! :)
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Canlis
2576 Aurora Ave N
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Use all that dough you saved staying at an AirBNB on a fancy night out! This Italian Seafood restaurant is alleged to be THE place to take someone you want to impress. Please tell me how it is! :)
Go here. Fantastic organic not-too-sweet bubbly cocktails, great pizza wine, and fantastic pizza. Some people even go for their biscuits (I've never managed to make it past the pizza.)
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Serious Pie
2001 4th Ave
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Go here. Fantastic organic not-too-sweet bubbly cocktails, great pizza wine, and fantastic pizza. Some people even go for their biscuits (I've never managed to make it past the pizza.)
Heading to Capitol Hill and looking for some original, trendy, Lebanese-style food? You've found it in Mamnoon.
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Mamnoon
1508 Melrose Ave
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Heading to Capitol Hill and looking for some original, trendy, Lebanese-style food? You've found it in Mamnoon.

Everything Else

Take a stroll on the Ship Canal Trail down to Fremont. It's a wonderful walk!
South Ship Canal Trail
South Ship Canal Trail
Take a stroll on the Ship Canal Trail down to Fremont. It's a wonderful walk!
A 5-10 minute walk from my place is Macrina Bakery. It's a fantastic spot for weekend brunch, your daily coffee, and something great to eat.
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Macrina Bakery & Cafe
2408 1st Ave
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A 5-10 minute walk from my place is Macrina Bakery. It's a fantastic spot for weekend brunch, your daily coffee, and something great to eat.
Good prices and fast service.
Pro Nails
1523 Queen Anne Ave N
Good prices and fast service.
Please don't come to Seattle without stopping by Kerry Park. This is where Seattle postcard photographs are taken! Sweeping views of downtown and Elliott Bay.
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Kerry Park
211 W Highland Dr
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Please don't come to Seattle without stopping by Kerry Park. This is where Seattle postcard photographs are taken! Sweeping views of downtown and Elliott Bay.
If, like me, you love gelato, you will adore D'Ambrosio Gelato. Try the Fig Caramel, or if you're lucky, the Greek yogurt raspberry. I'm dying and going to heaven just thinking about it.
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D'Ambrosio Gelato
5339 Ballard Ave NW
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If, like me, you love gelato, you will adore D'Ambrosio Gelato. Try the Fig Caramel, or if you're lucky, the Greek yogurt raspberry. I'm dying and going to heaven just thinking about it.

Drinks & Nightlife

Super cozy pizzeria - nice walk from the house if you're in the mood for a stroll!
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Via Tribunali
317 W Galer St
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Super cozy pizzeria - nice walk from the house if you're in the mood for a stroll!
Don't just go here because you're waiting for a table at Delancey. Go here because it's awesome all on it's own. This is one of my favorite bars in Seattle. The food is great, too!
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Essex
1421 NW 70th St
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Don't just go here because you're waiting for a table at Delancey. Go here because it's awesome all on it's own. This is one of my favorite bars in Seattle. The food is great, too!
From the people who brought you Vij's in Vancouver, behold - Shanik! Fancypants Indian food in the Amazon district of Southlake Union.
Shanik
500 Terry Ave N
From the people who brought you Vij's in Vancouver, behold - Shanik! Fancypants Indian food in the Amazon district of Southlake Union.
Love wine? You may very well like this place, too. I like to sit upstairs at the bar and beckon the bartender to give me 5 pours before deciding on a glass. It's fun.
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Purple Cafe and Wine Bar
1225 4th Avenue
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Love wine? You may very well like this place, too. I like to sit upstairs at the bar and beckon the bartender to give me 5 pours before deciding on a glass. It's fun.

Shopping

Artisanal ice cream, sorbet, and shakes. Walk to and from my place to burn off some of the goodness that their treats are made of!
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Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream
917 E Pine St
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Artisanal ice cream, sorbet, and shakes. Walk to and from my place to burn off some of the goodness that their treats are made of!
My favorite shop on Queen Anne Avenue. Mail a package, shop for awesome stuff.
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Queen Anne Dispatch
2212 Queen Anne Ave N
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My favorite shop on Queen Anne Avenue. Mail a package, shop for awesome stuff.
My neighborhood wine shop. Tastings every Saturday - check their website to learn about the winemaker before you go! Extra tip: their 'house wine' is sourced from Quilceda Vineyards is a steal at $28!
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McCarthy & Schiering Wine Merchants
2401 Queen Anne Ave N
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My neighborhood wine shop. Tastings every Saturday - check their website to learn about the winemaker before you go! Extra tip: their 'house wine' is sourced from Quilceda Vineyards is a steal at $28!
Every time I walk by Les Amis I remind myself it's one of my favorite boutiques in Seattle and that I really ought to stop by there soon.
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Les Amis
3420 Evanston Ave N
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Every time I walk by Les Amis I remind myself it's one of my favorite boutiques in Seattle and that I really ought to stop by there soon.
Shoes, shoes, and more shoes. Come for the shoes. Walk out with a Tokyo Bay wrist-watch.
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Burnt Sugar
601 N 35th St
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Shoes, shoes, and more shoes. Come for the shoes. Walk out with a Tokyo Bay wrist-watch.

Essentials

New Trader Joes location.
1916 Queen Anne Ave N
New Trader Joes location.
For the things you can't get at Trader Joes. Am I right?
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Safeway
516 1st Ave W
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For the things you can't get at Trader Joes. Am I right?
A favorite grocery store! They have one of those ultra-fast wine bottle chillers for when the champagne you're buying needs to be ready to open at the destination you're already on the way to.
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Metropolitan Market Queen Anne (Uptown)
100 Mercer St
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A favorite grocery store! They have one of those ultra-fast wine bottle chillers for when the champagne you're buying needs to be ready to open at the destination you're already on the way to.
Super cute café. You're welcome to bring your dog in while you order. Their pastries have been featured in Seattle Met magazine.
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S & L Cafe
535 W McGraw St
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Super cute café. You're welcome to bring your dog in while you order. Their pastries have been featured in Seattle Met magazine.
Brand new TJ's - stock up on supplies here. Free parking in attached garage.
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Trader Joe's
1700 E Madison St
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Brand new TJ's - stock up on supplies here. Free parking in attached garage.

Sightseeing

Another one of of my favorite viewpoints in Seattle. Exquisite, sweeping views over West Seattle, Bainbridge Island, Magnolia, and Elliott Bay. Go here for sunset! It's a lovely walk from my place.
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Marshall Park
1191 7th Ave W
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Another one of of my favorite viewpoints in Seattle. Exquisite, sweeping views over West Seattle, Bainbridge Island, Magnolia, and Elliott Bay. Go here for sunset! It's a lovely walk from my place.
This trail is one of the things that makes Seattle the magical place that it is. It goes FOREVER, including just across the Fremont bridge from my place. Rent a bicycle and go exploring!
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Burke Gilman Trail
Burke-Gilman Trail
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This trail is one of the things that makes Seattle the magical place that it is. It goes FOREVER, including just across the Fremont bridge from my place. Rent a bicycle and go exploring!