Guidebook for Seattle
Food Scene
Sell pizza by the slice. Crispy crust and really amazing flavors.
34 locals recommend
Ballard Pizza Company
2121 9th Ave NSell pizza by the slice. Crispy crust and really amazing flavors.
The French Bakery
219 Kirkland AveAmazing cakes and patisseries for special occasions.
Nice ambiance with a modern feel close to the aquarium with decent Asian food.
38 locals recommend
Wild Ginger
1401 3rd AveNice ambiance with a modern feel close to the aquarium with decent Asian food.
Orfeo
2107 3rd AveAmazing mushroom pizza
If there is only one restaurant I have to recommend in Seattle, it would be this amazing sandwich shop. Always packed but very quick service at an amazing price. Most popular ones are the Caribbean roast or Chicken Breast.
200 locals recommend
Paseo Fremont
4225 Fremont Ave NIf there is only one restaurant I have to recommend in Seattle, it would be this amazing sandwich shop. Always packed but very quick service at an amazing price. Most popular ones are the Caribbean roast or Chicken Breast.
Most authentic Xian food in Seattle. We particularly enjoy their Cold Skin Noodle, Hot Oil pulled noodle, lamb skewers, and pork buns (肉夹馍）
Taste of Xi'an
4523 University Way NEMost authentic Xian food in Seattle. We particularly enjoy their Cold Skin Noodle, Hot Oil pulled noodle, lamb skewers, and pork buns (肉夹馍）
Tacos Chukis
219 Broadway EHighly rated Mexican food a block away from the house.
Kin Dee
2301 E Madison StThai food down the street from the house.
Din Tai Fung
600 Pine StPopular Chinese chain restaurant. I enjoy their ribs most.
Ramen Danbo
1222 E Pine StRamen for when you want to get warm in Seattle.
Boiling Point
610 5th Ave SPopular place for groups with decent food. 台湾臭臭锅
Bakery Nouveau
4737 California Ave SWCoffee and bakery
Similar to Ding Tai Feng, Dough Zone has very authentic Chinese buns and dumplings and is easy to grab a quick bite. Wait times can be long during rush hour.
34 locals recommend
Dough Zone™ Dumpling House
504 5th Ave SSimilar to Ding Tai Feng, Dough Zone has very authentic Chinese buns and dumplings and is easy to grab a quick bite. Wait times can be long during rush hour.
Not my favorite restaurant by any means, but it's a great experience as you can choose the buffet option where they dump all the seafood on your table by the waterfront.
65 locals recommend
The Crab Pot
1305 Alaskan WayNot my favorite restaurant by any means, but it's a great experience as you can choose the buffet option where they dump all the seafood on your table by the waterfront.
Sightseeing
The Spheres
2111 7th AvePike/Pine
Capitol Hill area
Woodland Park Zoo
5500 Phinney Ave N
Pike Place Market
1531 Western Ave
Space Needle
400 Broad StThe Columbia Tower Club takes "top of the line" toilets to a whole new level. Each stall in the women's restroom on the 76th floor has its own stunning view of the city.
35 locals recommend
Columbia Tower Club
701 5th AveThe Columbia Tower Club takes "top of the line" toilets to a whole new level. Each stall in the women's restroom on the 76th floor has its own stunning view of the city.
Seattle Aquarium
Right by the water
Open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
The first Thursday of each month, the Museum is open from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM with FREE ADMISSION
433 locals recommend
The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way SOpen daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
The first Thursday of each month, the Museum is open from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM with FREE ADMISSION
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveLeavenworth
2 hours from the city but worth a day visit in Summer/Winter.
Parks & Nature
Mount Rainier National Park
Discovery Park is beautiful in the summer and definitely check out the Magnolia neighborhood in Seattle while you visit.
756 locals recommend
Discovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdDiscovery Park is beautiful in the summer and definitely check out the Magnolia neighborhood in Seattle while you visit.
Tulip festival every April. Please verify the schedule before you go.
80 locals recommend
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
311 West Kincaid StreetTulip festival every April. Please verify the schedule before you go.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
1700 E Madison StCentral Co-op
1600 E Madison StSafeway
2201 E Madison StDrinks & Nightlife
Comedy club - open mic every wednesday night for free with 2 item purchase per person.
7 locals recommend
Laughs Comedy Club
5220 Roosevelt Way NEComedy club - open mic every wednesday night for free with 2 item purchase per person.
30-40 minutes drive from the city. Check-in with the front cashier with photo ID to receive a club card and you will receive a $24.95 food voucher after 2 hours of play time (no minimum purchase as they do not track your spend). Make sure to check back in after 2 hours to receive the printed voucher. You can use that voucher for the buffet (menu and time is different daily) or you can order at the restaurant. Outside beverage is not allowed but soft drinks is availble for free and guests are required to show ID at entrance.
48 locals recommend
Emerald Queen Casino I-5 in Tacoma
2920 E R St30-40 minutes drive from the city. Check-in with the front cashier with photo ID to receive a club card and you will receive a $24.95 food voucher after 2 hours of play time (no minimum purchase as they do not track your spend). Make sure to check back in after 2 hours to receive the printed voucher. You can use that voucher for the buffet (menu and time is different daily) or you can order at the restaurant. Outside beverage is not allowed but soft drinks is availble for free and guests are required to show ID at entrance.
Arts & Culture
If you have BoA card, entrance is free on first full weekend of every month for one with picture ID. Historic Hotel Tour offered free (no advance reservation required) on Tues-Sun - 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm and runs about 45 minutes. Please verify tour time before you go. I would highly recommend the tour as the museum itself is small and the historic hotel is only avaible for viewing during those tour times.
97 locals recommend
Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience
719 S King StIf you have BoA card, entrance is free on first full weekend of every month for one with picture ID. Historic Hotel Tour offered free (no advance reservation required) on Tues-Sun - 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm and runs about 45 minutes. Please verify tour time before you go. I would highly recommend the tour as the museum itself is small and the historic hotel is only avaible for viewing during those tour times.
Nice modern library if you want a place to read and relax.
220 locals recommend
Seattle Public Library
1000 4th AveNice modern library if you want a place to read and relax.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StShopping
Car is required to drive to this outlet but it's my favorite in the area with a decent amount of selection for the brands.
142 locals recommend
Seattle Premium Outlets
10600 Quil Ceda BlvdCar is required to drive to this outlet but it's my favorite in the area with a decent amount of selection for the brands.