Guidebook for Seattle

Amelia
Guidebook for Seattle

Food Scene

Great Coffee and Pastries. They also have a pretty awesome board game selection!
83 locals recommend
Uptown Espresso
3845 Delridge Way SW
83 locals recommend
Great Coffee and Pastries. They also have a pretty awesome board game selection!
Retro diner with the best milkshakes and they serve mimosas too!
81 locals recommend
Luna Park Cafe
2918 SW Avalon Way
81 locals recommend
Retro diner with the best milkshakes and they serve mimosas too!
Hawaiian/Fusion cuisine. Good prices and great brunch!
84 locals recommend
Ma'ono
4210 Southwest Admiral Way
84 locals recommend
Hawaiian/Fusion cuisine. Good prices and great brunch!
Fancy a steak? Make sure you make a reservation. Best steaks in West Seattle.
83 locals recommend
JaK's Grill
4548 California Ave SW
83 locals recommend
Fancy a steak? Make sure you make a reservation. Best steaks in West Seattle.
Cozy restaurant, serving an acclaimed selection of sustainable seafood. No reservations needed. This place is first come, first served.
93 locals recommend
Mashiko
4725 California Ave SW
93 locals recommend
Cozy restaurant, serving an acclaimed selection of sustainable seafood. No reservations needed. This place is first come, first served.
Flatbread pizzas are to die for and tapas selection is worth the hunt for parking in this Alki beach neighborhood restaurant.
38 locals recommend
Phoenecia
4717 42nd Avenue Southwest
38 locals recommend
Flatbread pizzas are to die for and tapas selection is worth the hunt for parking in this Alki beach neighborhood restaurant.
Fantastic seasonal menu. You wont regret your experience here.
95 locals recommend
Endolyne Joe's
9261 45th Ave SW
95 locals recommend
Fantastic seasonal menu. You wont regret your experience here.
Missed out on the first happy hour? Most places in Seattle have 2. This one is particularly delish.
42 locals recommend
Mission Cantina
2325 California Ave SW
42 locals recommend
Missed out on the first happy hour? Most places in Seattle have 2. This one is particularly delish.
Long Provincial Rolls are the best summer rolls in town. The marrow appetizer is succulent, and the lychee martini is to die for.
8 locals recommend
Long Provincial Vietnamese
1901 2nd Ave
8 locals recommend
Long Provincial Rolls are the best summer rolls in town. The marrow appetizer is succulent, and the lychee martini is to die for.
Simply the best bakery in greater Seattle. Located in West Seattle where the historic Blake's Bakery once stood, William and Heather Leaman continue to make history daily with one-of-a-kind creations.
489 locals recommend
Bakery Nouveau
4737 California Ave SW
489 locals recommend
Simply the best bakery in greater Seattle. Located in West Seattle where the historic Blake's Bakery once stood, William and Heather Leaman continue to make history daily with one-of-a-kind creations.
Best burgers and onion rings in West Seattle. This brand new eatery will leave your carnivorous appetite more than satisfied. Beer available too. Order at the counter, and eat in or take out.
14 locals recommend
Coastline
4444 California Ave SW
14 locals recommend
Best burgers and onion rings in West Seattle. This brand new eatery will leave your carnivorous appetite more than satisfied. Beer available too. Order at the counter, and eat in or take out.
Awesome little diner. You will want to go hungry, but be prepared to wait for a table on the weekends.
17 locals recommend
Fiddle Head Fine Foods & Cafe
4310 Southwest Oregon Street
17 locals recommend
Awesome little diner. You will want to go hungry, but be prepared to wait for a table on the weekends.
Great coffee and access to the computers for those who travel light! Sometimes theres a selection of vegan pastries that are just delightful!
26 locals recommend
Hotwire Online Coffeehouse
4410 California Ave SW
26 locals recommend
Great coffee and access to the computers for those who travel light! Sometimes theres a selection of vegan pastries that are just delightful!
Roasted chioggia beets, pistachio-herb labneh & Sea cow oysters served with fresh wasabi, & ponzu are just some of the delightful items you'll enjoy over some craft beers in this local gem.
7 locals recommend
Dexter Brewhouse
803 Dexter Ave N
7 locals recommend
Roasted chioggia beets, pistachio-herb labneh & Sea cow oysters served with fresh wasabi, & ponzu are just some of the delightful items you'll enjoy over some craft beers in this local gem.
Located in the hip and industrial district of Georgetown. A favorite Mexican eatery with the best margarita selection in town. Try the Lengua Tacos. Mouth watering.
100 locals recommend
Fonda La Catrina
5905 Airport Way S
100 locals recommend
Located in the hip and industrial district of Georgetown. A favorite Mexican eatery with the best margarita selection in town. Try the Lengua Tacos. Mouth watering.
Great coffee & the best bubble tea in Seattle! Also serves crepes, breakfast sandwiches , & banh mi.
17 locals recommend
Pearls Tea & Coffee
4800 Delridge Way SW
17 locals recommend
Great coffee & the best bubble tea in Seattle! Also serves crepes, breakfast sandwiches , & banh mi.
A great little mom & pop style vietnamese restaurant & really good pho & great prices!
15 locals recommend
Pho Aroma
5605 Delridge Way SW
15 locals recommend
A great little mom & pop style vietnamese restaurant & really good pho & great prices!
Could you justify a trip to Ballard just for a salsa bar? I can. Tequila and Mezcal take up half the menu. The food is mucho bueno!
100 locals recommend
La Carta De Oaxaca
5431 Ballard Ave NW
100 locals recommend
Could you justify a trip to Ballard just for a salsa bar? I can. Tequila and Mezcal take up half the menu. The food is mucho bueno!
Puerto Rican fare at it's Seattle finest. Go for the happy hour. You won't be disappointed.
51 locals recommend
La Isla
2320 NW Market St
51 locals recommend
Puerto Rican fare at it's Seattle finest. Go for the happy hour. You won't be disappointed.
Oyster happy hour? Yes, please. $1.50 each. I'll take 2 dozen.
19 locals recommend
Ballard Annex Oyster House
5410 Ballard Ave NW
19 locals recommend
Oyster happy hour? Yes, please. $1.50 each. I'll take 2 dozen.
Live music and good burgers. This place is good for food and location. Just a short jaunt to the stadiums on foot!
8 locals recommend
The J & M Cafe
201 1st Ave S
8 locals recommend
Live music and good burgers. This place is good for food and location. Just a short jaunt to the stadiums on foot!
Ambiance of an English countryside? Check. Convenience of a quaint boutique? Check. Delicious brunch & bakery? Check! Go for a bustling brunch in the heart of Pioneer Square!
66 locals recommend
The London Plane
300 Occidental Ave S
66 locals recommend
Ambiance of an English countryside? Check. Convenience of a quaint boutique? Check. Delicious brunch & bakery? Check! Go for a bustling brunch in the heart of Pioneer Square!
Downtown Seattle staple; grunge diner of all grunge diners. Sit amongst the locals where celebrity musicians have frequented and been kicked out of! Tater tots for days.
48 locals recommend
The 5 Point Cafe
415 Cedar Street
48 locals recommend
Downtown Seattle staple; grunge diner of all grunge diners. Sit amongst the locals where celebrity musicians have frequented and been kicked out of! Tater tots for days.
Brewed in house and features a fine selection of coffee from 'round the world. They do coffee tastings too.
78 locals recommend
Victrola Coffee Roasters
310 E Pike St
78 locals recommend
Brewed in house and features a fine selection of coffee from 'round the world. They do coffee tastings too.
Excellent coffee. Try a breve. You'll be most satisfied.
155 locals recommend
Espresso Vivace
532 Broadway E
155 locals recommend
Excellent coffee. Try a breve. You'll be most satisfied.
Fantastic Thai cuisine located on 15th in Capitol Hill.
37 locals recommend
Jamjuree
509 15th Ave E
37 locals recommend
Fantastic Thai cuisine located on 15th in Capitol Hill.
Great Vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of Capitol Hill.
35 locals recommend
In the Bowl
1554 E Olive Way
35 locals recommend
Great Vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of Capitol Hill.
Food truck/stand more your style? Try this Malaysian style eatery. It'll change your life.
133 locals recommend
Kedai Makan
1449 Bellevue Ave
133 locals recommend
Food truck/stand more your style? Try this Malaysian style eatery. It'll change your life.
This vintage KFC building now houses Capitol Hill's best cheap Mexican fare. It's super cheap and open late!
73 locals recommend
Rancho Bravo Tacos
1001 E Pine St
73 locals recommend
This vintage KFC building now houses Capitol Hill's best cheap Mexican fare. It's super cheap and open late!
Great Mexican inspired fare and an impressive selection of tequilas. The food here is fantastic, and the building can seem easy to miss. Worth the hunt.
28 locals recommend
The Saint
1416 East Olive Way
28 locals recommend
Great Mexican inspired fare and an impressive selection of tequilas. The food here is fantastic, and the building can seem easy to miss. Worth the hunt.
Fancy Mexican at its finest. You might feel like dressing up. Of course it's not necessary. This is Seattle.
106 locals recommend
Barrio Mexican Kitchen & Bar
1420 12th Ave
106 locals recommend
Fancy Mexican at its finest. You might feel like dressing up. Of course it's not necessary. This is Seattle.
Burgers, milkshakes, and late night shenanigans. Who knows? You may just run into Mackelmore.
337 locals recommend
Dick's Drive-In
115 Broadway E
337 locals recommend
Burgers, milkshakes, and late night shenanigans. Who knows? You may just run into Mackelmore.

Drinks & Nightlife

Good burgers, cocktails, and music. There is a cover sometimes, but most days are free to enter.
28 locals recommend
Skylark Cafe & Club
3803 Delridge Way SW
28 locals recommend
Good burgers, cocktails, and music. There is a cover sometimes, but most days are free to enter.
More beer selection than you can shake a stick at. Theres a small area to drink in the store, and you can bring your own food in.
64 locals recommend
The Beer Junction
4511 California Ave SW
64 locals recommend
More beer selection than you can shake a stick at. Theres a small area to drink in the store, and you can bring your own food in.
Stiff drinks and mid-century flare. You'll get a niche experience and some good ol' mac and cheese.
37 locals recommend
West 5
4539 California Ave SW
37 locals recommend
Stiff drinks and mid-century flare. You'll get a niche experience and some good ol' mac and cheese.
Another good spot for mac and cheese. The PNW sure likes its melted fromage! A surprising gem in the White Center neighborhood. Just a short drive away!
11 locals recommend
The Company Store
9608 16th Ave SW
11 locals recommend
Another good spot for mac and cheese. The PNW sure likes its melted fromage! A surprising gem in the White Center neighborhood. Just a short drive away!
A Seattle staple for chowder on super scenic Alki drive. Have some lunch/dinner and take a stroll on the beach.
136 locals recommend
Duke's Seafood
2516 Alki Ave SW
136 locals recommend
A Seattle staple for chowder on super scenic Alki drive. Have some lunch/dinner and take a stroll on the beach.
A neat little Hawaiian eatery overlooking the scenic views of the Seattle skyline. Located right next to the Harbor Ave Water Taxi!
232 locals recommend
Marination Ma Kai
1660 Harbor Ave SW
232 locals recommend
A neat little Hawaiian eatery overlooking the scenic views of the Seattle skyline. Located right next to the Harbor Ave Water Taxi!
Love the happy hour. Waitstaff is super friendly.
38 locals recommend
Shadowland
4458 California Ave SW
38 locals recommend
Love the happy hour. Waitstaff is super friendly.
CHEAP burritos that will leave you wishing you wore the stretchy pants you left in your suitcase. The essence of grunge and beach. This rock n' roll hideaway is pretty sweet. Busy spot on the weekend.
35 locals recommend
El Chupacabra
2620 Alki Ave SW
35 locals recommend
CHEAP burritos that will leave you wishing you wore the stretchy pants you left in your suitcase. The essence of grunge and beach. This rock n' roll hideaway is pretty sweet. Busy spot on the weekend.
A favorite Thai oasis. Great for dining in or take-out. Try the Crispy Garlic Chicken or substitute for tofu. You won't be disappointed.
119 locals recommend
Buddha Ruksa
3520 SW Genesee St
119 locals recommend
A favorite Thai oasis. Great for dining in or take-out. Try the Crispy Garlic Chicken or substitute for tofu. You won't be disappointed.
If you like Indian food, this place will leave your taste buds tingling. The 411- This place has a little secret. The downstairs bar is a hidden watering hole that you'd never know existed.
32 locals recommend
Maharaja Cuisine of India
4542 California Ave SW
32 locals recommend
If you like Indian food, this place will leave your taste buds tingling. The 411- This place has a little secret. The downstairs bar is a hidden watering hole that you'd never know existed.
Another interesting treat for foodies in Georgetown. The bloody marys are to die for.
33 locals recommend
Jules Maes Saloon
5919 Airport Way S
33 locals recommend
Another interesting treat for foodies in Georgetown. The bloody marys are to die for.
Have a hankering for a gigantic sandwich and good drinks? Check out this cycle-centric saloon for a filling treat.
21 locals recommend
Smarty Pants
6017 Airport Way S
21 locals recommend
Have a hankering for a gigantic sandwich and good drinks? Check out this cycle-centric saloon for a filling treat.
Calamari, flatbreads and good drinks. Ask for Shannon. A great spot in the heart of downtown.
Vittles Neighborhood Bistro & Bar
2330 2nd Ave
Calamari, flatbreads and good drinks. Ask for Shannon. A great spot in the heart of downtown.
Gastropub featuring craft cocktails with flare. Great covered outdoor seating area in the back. Its heated. AWESOME for the brisk evenings galavanting this north-ish neighborhood.
67 locals recommend
Percy's & Co. Seattle
5233 Ballard Ave NW
67 locals recommend
Gastropub featuring craft cocktails with flare. Great covered outdoor seating area in the back. Its heated. AWESOME for the brisk evenings galavanting this north-ish neighborhood.
Why not? It's a vigorous nod to the obvious. Plus, the food is more than edible. Super close to stadium access.
58 locals recommend
Damn the Weather
116 1st Ave S
58 locals recommend
Why not? It's a vigorous nod to the obvious. Plus, the food is more than edible. Super close to stadium access.
Carnivores beware. You'll love this place. No reservations folks, this popular pub is first come, first served. Sometimes with a line out the door.
78 locals recommend
Quinn's Pub
1001 E Pike St
78 locals recommend
Carnivores beware. You'll love this place. No reservations folks, this popular pub is first come, first served. Sometimes with a line out the door.
Famed bartender turned restaurateur opened this incredible little craft bar. Amazing drink selection and menu. There might have been an 11K priced cocktail in the history of Zig Zag Cafe. Intriguing!
59 locals recommend
Zig Zag Cafe
1501 Western Ave
59 locals recommend
Famed bartender turned restaurateur opened this incredible little craft bar. Amazing drink selection and menu. There might have been an 11K priced cocktail in the history of Zig Zag Cafe. Intriguing!
Great hangover food, walking distance from our apartment (although, if you have a hangover, you may not want to walk)!
22 locals recommend
Chelan Cafe
3527 Chelan Ave SW
22 locals recommend
Great hangover food, walking distance from our apartment (although, if you have a hangover, you may not want to walk)!
LGBT friendly dance club venue. Great little space. Theres a small open air veranda upstairs. Fun theme parties. Check out Menagerie on the first Friday's of the month! - Cover charge.
14 locals recommend
Kremwerk
1809 Minor Ave
14 locals recommend
LGBT friendly dance club venue. Great little space. Theres a small open air veranda upstairs. Fun theme parties. Check out Menagerie on the first Friday's of the month! - Cover charge.
Sushi sushi everywhere. Find yourself in Capitol Hill? Try this place out. Closes by 9, so get there early. Worth the rush to find parking.
170 locals recommend
Momiji
1522 12th Ave
170 locals recommend
Sushi sushi everywhere. Find yourself in Capitol Hill? Try this place out. Closes by 9, so get there early. Worth the rush to find parking.
Fancy a PBR and a gourmet hotdog/corndog? Like a circus on a random weekday? This is the spot.
171 locals recommend
Unicorn
1118 E Pike St
171 locals recommend
Fancy a PBR and a gourmet hotdog/corndog? Like a circus on a random weekday? This is the spot.

Everything Else

Haircuts, color and a pretty cool retail boutique. Ask for Amelia!
VAIN
5401 Ballard Ave NW
Haircuts, color and a pretty cool retail boutique. Ask for Amelia!
A popular bike trail takes you through Fremont, Ballard, & Gasworks Park!
233 locals recommend
Burke Gilman Trail
Burke-Gilman Trail
233 locals recommend
A popular bike trail takes you through Fremont, Ballard, & Gasworks Park!
An iconic Seattle park overlooking Lake Union!
860 locals recommend
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake Way
860 locals recommend
An iconic Seattle park overlooking Lake Union!
Another hip dance club. Silent Disco night is worth a trip just to people watch while you sip on your cocktail and enjoy a civilized conversation. Cover charge here as well.
20 locals recommend
Aston Manor
2946 1st Ave S
20 locals recommend
Another hip dance club. Silent Disco night is worth a trip just to people watch while you sip on your cocktail and enjoy a civilized conversation. Cover charge here as well.
Fantastic LGBT bar with 3 floors. Drinks served on every level, and dancing on the top! Usually a cover charge, but always a good time!
46 locals recommend
R Place
619 E Pine St
46 locals recommend
Fantastic LGBT bar with 3 floors. Drinks served on every level, and dancing on the top! Usually a cover charge, but always a good time!
Fancy some Roller Derby or a Concert? This place does it all. From Summer festivities to Tattoo conventions. Just a short ride over the 99.
85 locals recommend
KeyArena
334 1st Avenue North
85 locals recommend
Fancy some Roller Derby or a Concert? This place does it all. From Summer festivities to Tattoo conventions. Just a short ride over the 99.

Essentials

This Deli is a West Seattle legacy. With over 80 years in the Junction, they still serve some of the best homemade ice cream on the block!
72 locals recommend
Husky Deli & Catering & Ice Cream
4721 California Ave SW
72 locals recommend
This Deli is a West Seattle legacy. With over 80 years in the Junction, they still serve some of the best homemade ice cream on the block!
Co-op natural grocery store. Located near the Admiral Junction.
171 locals recommend
PCC Community Markets - Fremont
600 N 34th St
171 locals recommend
Co-op natural grocery store. Located near the Admiral Junction.
Boutique grocery store with an amazing cheese and wine selection.
134 locals recommend
Metropolitan Market West Seattle (Admiral)
2320 42nd Ave SW
134 locals recommend
Boutique grocery store with an amazing cheese and wine selection.

Arts & Culture

Burlesque show with a craft cocktail bar. Go see Flamingo or Junk Yard. It'll have you laughing and panting at the same time!
47 locals recommend
Can Can Culinary Cabaret
95 Pine St
47 locals recommend
Burlesque show with a craft cocktail bar. Go see Flamingo or Junk Yard. It'll have you laughing and panting at the same time!
One of the best art museums in the north west!
1072 locals recommend
Seattle Selfie Museum
92 Union St
1072 locals recommend
One of the best art museums in the north west!
Great acoustics and large dance floor. Fantastic music venue, but the drinks and bathroom line take some patience.
72 locals recommend
The Showbox
1426 1st Ave
72 locals recommend
Great acoustics and large dance floor. Fantastic music venue, but the drinks and bathroom line take some patience.
Acoustics are amazing, and seating goes sky high.
155 locals recommend
Paramount Theatre
911 Pine St
155 locals recommend
Acoustics are amazing, and seating goes sky high.
Located in the industrial district of Sodo. Great DJ music and Dancing. Open late and has an upstairs outdoor deck with an amazing view overlooking downtown. Cover charge.
25 locals recommend
Monkey Loft
2915 1st Ave S
25 locals recommend
Located in the industrial district of Sodo. Great DJ music and Dancing. Open late and has an upstairs outdoor deck with an amazing view overlooking downtown. Cover charge.
Best acoustics in Seattle. Listen to Dubstep or House and dance your butt off. Yes, there is a cover charge.
67 locals recommend
Q Nightclub
1426 Broadway
67 locals recommend
Best acoustics in Seattle. Listen to Dubstep or House and dance your butt off. Yes, there is a cover charge.
Go for a drag show. See Bitch Kraft on Friday's at 9pm. A fantastic time.
51 locals recommend
Neighbours Nightclub and Lounge
1509 Broadway
51 locals recommend
Go for a drag show. See Bitch Kraft on Friday's at 9pm. A fantastic time.
Great music venue in Ballard. Just a short 15-20 ride away!
165 locals recommend
Tractor Tavern
5213 Ballard Ave NW
165 locals recommend
Great music venue in Ballard. Just a short 15-20 ride away!
Great Bar/Music Venue in Fremont. Awesome walkability to other cool Fremont shops and restaurants too!
75 locals recommend
Nectar Lounge
412 N 36th St
75 locals recommend
Great Bar/Music Venue in Fremont. Awesome walkability to other cool Fremont shops and restaurants too!
In its 90th year of operation, the historic Neptune Theatre (circa 1921) has been transformed from a single screen cinema, to Seattle’s newest live performance multi-use arts venue.
38 locals recommend
Neptune Theater
1303 NE 45th St
38 locals recommend
In its 90th year of operation, the historic Neptune Theatre (circa 1921) has been transformed from a single screen cinema, to Seattle’s newest live performance multi-use arts venue.
Great Bar/Performance venue. Smack dab in the middle of everything. Street parking only.
14 locals recommend
LO-FI Performance Gallery
429 Eastlake Ave E
14 locals recommend
Great Bar/Performance venue. Smack dab in the middle of everything. Street parking only.

Sightseeing

A neat option for park and ride to get to your downtown experience. $4 each way per person. Maybe stop for a snack at Marination Ma Kai on your way out!
128 locals recommend
Water Taxi Route & Harbor Ave SW station
128 locals recommend
A neat option for park and ride to get to your downtown experience. $4 each way per person. Maybe stop for a snack at Marination Ma Kai on your way out!
The best hand blown glass sculptures ever made!
723 locals recommend
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison St
723 locals recommend
The best hand blown glass sculptures ever made!
A beautiful beach park overlooking Puget Sound!
389 locals recommend
Lincoln Park
801 S 37th St
389 locals recommend
A beautiful beach park overlooking Puget Sound!
The best view of the Seattle skyline, hands down!
60 locals recommend
Alki Beach Park Bathhouse Lawn Outdoor Event Space
2701 Alki Ave SW
60 locals recommend
The best view of the Seattle skyline, hands down!

Shopping

The best little record store! It's also a coffee shop and diner. Cheap eats and great music selection. The cafe is open from 7am to 3pm every day.
155 locals recommend
Easy Street Records & Cafe
4559 California Ave SW
155 locals recommend
The best little record store! It's also a coffee shop and diner. Cheap eats and great music selection. The cafe is open from 7am to 3pm every day.
The closest shopping plaza to our apartment for all your shopping needs, with Target, Rite Aid (local drug store) QFC (local grocery store), Big 5 Sporting Goods, Bed Bath & Beyond, & Marshalls.
66 locals recommend
Westwood Village
2600 SW Barton St
66 locals recommend
The closest shopping plaza to our apartment for all your shopping needs, with Target, Rite Aid (local drug store) QFC (local grocery store), Big 5 Sporting Goods, Bed Bath & Beyond, & Marshalls.
The first LEGAL recreational marijuana store in the PNW! Bring your photo ID. Cash or debit only.
Cannabis City
421 S Lander St
The first LEGAL recreational marijuana store in the PNW! Bring your photo ID. Cash or debit only.
Another great cannabis store!
6 locals recommend
Seattle Cannabis Co. - Recreational Marijuana Dispensary
7266 Rainier Ave S
6 locals recommend
Another great cannabis store!