Guidebook for Seattle
Food Scene
The Wandering Goose
403 15th Ave EOur absolute FAVORITE brunch spot in Seattle!
Von's 1000SPIRITS
1225 1st AveBEST HAPPY HOUR IN SEATTLE!
My favorite bakery in Seattle - nestled in the International District!
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Fuji Bakery-ID/King St
526 S King StMy favorite bakery in Seattle - nestled in the International District!
Top Pot gets the most fame, but Mighty-O is my personal favorite donut shop!
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Mighty-O Donuts Capitol Hill
1400 12th AveTop Pot gets the most fame, but Mighty-O is my personal favorite donut shop!
We frequent this place because 1) we LOVE Georgetown and 2) NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN!
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Sisters and Brothers
544 Elliott Avenue WestWe frequent this place because 1) we LOVE Georgetown and 2) NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN!
We love the tapas style food, cocktails and outdoor patio here!
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Herb & Bitter Public House
516 Broadway EWe love the tapas style food, cocktails and outdoor patio here!
Bramling Cross
5205 Ballard Avenue NorthwestOne of our favorite Ballard restaurants!
We haven't actually tried this place yet but it gets GREAT reviews and is always booked.
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JuneBaby
2122 NE 65th StWe haven't actually tried this place yet but it gets GREAT reviews and is always booked.
Tavolàta Capitol Hill
501 E Pike StBEST Italian food we've had in Seattle yet!
Daniel's Broiler - Leschi
200 Lake Washington BlvdDaniel's Broiler is a great fine dining option.
Starbucks
1912 Pike PlWalk down to Leschi to get your Starbucks fix.
Meet the Moon is a relatively new addition that we have been loving for brunch and happy hour.
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Meet the Moon
120 Lakeside AveMeet the Moon is a relatively new addition that we have been loving for brunch and happy hour.
BluWater Bistro - Leschi
102 Lakeside AveBluWater is a great option for dining in Leschi.
This is our go-to restaurant during the summer for a relaxing evening dining on the patio, plus excellent wine and cheese selections from the sommelier owner.
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Bottlehouse
1416 34th AveThis is our go-to restaurant during the summer for a relaxing evening dining on the patio, plus excellent wine and cheese selections from the sommelier owner.
Molly Moon's is a classic Seattle ice creamery. Get your exercise in first by walking up the stairs just two houses down from our place, and then up the hill to 34th. Takes approximately 12 minutes to walk there, and you'll enjoy adorable downtown Madrona on your way.
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Molly Moon's
4822 Rainier Ave SMolly Moon's is a classic Seattle ice creamery. Get your exercise in first by walking up the stairs just two houses down from our place, and then up the hill to 34th. Takes approximately 12 minutes to walk there, and you'll enjoy adorable downtown Madrona on your way.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cha Cha Lounge
1013 E Pike StOne of our favorite Capitol Hill bars.
Redhook Brewlab
714 E Pike StGreat outdoor space and a fantastic selection of beers.
Looking for something more low key? Knee High Stocking Co. is an adorable speakeasy bar with fantastic cocktails.
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Knee High Stocking Co, Inc.
1356 E Olive WayLooking for something more low key? Knee High Stocking Co. is an adorable speakeasy bar with fantastic cocktails.
Georgetown Brewing Co
5200 Denver Ave SFREE SAMPLES!!!
So many breweries to choose from in Seattle - this is still one of our go-tos, though!
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Fremont Brewing Company
1050 N 34th StSo many breweries to choose from in Seattle - this is still one of our go-tos, though!
This is one of Dan & I's FAVORITE breweries in Seattle. You can't beat the location.
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Old Stove Brewery
1901 Western AveThis is one of Dan & I's FAVORITE breweries in Seattle. You can't beat the location.
Great selection of local beers to enjoy here or to-go.
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Chuck's Hop Shop & Kegs to go
2001 E Union StGreat selection of local beers to enjoy here or to-go.
Standard Brewing
2504 S Jackson StA new brewery addition to our neighborhood.
Arts & Culture
We finally visited the Chihuly Garden & Glass a few years ago - we were sad we had waited so long!
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Chihuly Garden og Glass
305 Harrison StWe finally visited the Chihuly Garden & Glass a few years ago - we were sad we had waited so long!
Parks & Nature
Check out this beautiful, Olmstead Brothers designed gardens and parks.
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Arboretum Foundation
2300 Arboretum Dr ECheck out this beautiful, Olmstead Brothers designed gardens and parks.
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayThis reclaimed refinery turned park on Lake Union is a must see.
Get your hike in without leaving the City, and take in views of an iconic lighthouse amongst the Sound.
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Discovery Park Boulevard
Discovery Park BoulevardGet your hike in without leaving the City, and take in views of an iconic lighthouse amongst the Sound.
Stop by this small park for the BEST view of downtown Seattle, the Space Needle and Mount Rainier (on a clear day).
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Kerry Park
211 W Highland DrStop by this small park for the BEST view of downtown Seattle, the Space Needle and Mount Rainier (on a clear day).
Entertainment & Activities
Seattle's original skyscraper. We vote skip the Space Needle in favor of a view of it from one of Seattle's historic buildings.
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Smith Tower Observatory Bar
506 2nd AveSeattle's original skyscraper. We vote skip the Space Needle in favor of a view of it from one of Seattle's historic buildings.
The Underground Tour is a must see if you're a history buff!
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Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveThe Underground Tour is a must see if you're a history buff!
Lumen Field
800 Occidental Ave STake in a Sounders game!
T-Mobile Park
1250 1st Ave STake in a Mariner's game!
Rattlesnake Ledge is a favorite hike for our out of town guests.
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/rattle-snake-ledge
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Rattlesnake Lake
Rattlesnake Ledge is a favorite hike for our out of town guests.
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/rattle-snake-ledge
Unlike the original Starbucks, we DO recommend a visit to the Roastery during your stay.
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Starbucks Reserve Roastery
1124 Pike StUnlike the original Starbucks, we DO recommend a visit to the Roastery during your stay.
Essentials
Leschi Park
201 Lakeside Ave SSmall, neighborhood grocery store for picking up staples.
Safeway
2201 E Madison StSightseeing
A trip to Seattle isn't complete without visiting Pike Place Market.
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Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveA trip to Seattle isn't complete without visiting Pike Place Market.
Visit the Center of the Universe (Fremont) and take in this unique sculpture.
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Fremont Troll
Troll Avenue NorthVisit the Center of the Universe (Fremont) and take in this unique sculpture.
Taking the ferry - probably the most iconic Seattle activity you can do.
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Bainbridge Island
Taking the ferry - probably the most iconic Seattle activity you can do.
We recommend visiting the Columbia Tower or Smith Tower Observation Deck over the Space Needle Observation Deck, but definitely take in the views from below!
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Space Needle
400 Broad StWe recommend visiting the Columbia Tower or Smith Tower Observation Deck over the Space Needle Observation Deck, but definitely take in the views from below!