Guidebook for Seattle
Food Scene
I love the relaxed welcome all atmosphere. The coffee shop share space with Gay City - a local LGBT out reach group.
22 locals recommend
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
517 E Pike StI love the relaxed welcome all atmosphere. The coffee shop share space with Gay City - a local LGBT out reach group.
A must see! Bring your camera and credit card. It's difficult to find a coffee less than $5. Nontheless, at least stop by and check it out.
425 locals recommend
Starbucks Reserve Roastery
1124 Pike StA must see! Bring your camera and credit card. It's difficult to find a coffee less than $5. Nontheless, at least stop by and check it out.
A local standard. If you like coffee, consider going to the fancy Starbucks down the street for a tour, then come here to have an amazing coffee at a normal price.
78 locals recommend
Victrola Coffee Roasters
310 E Pike StA local standard. If you like coffee, consider going to the fancy Starbucks down the street for a tour, then come here to have an amazing coffee at a normal price.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Seattle. The staff are over the top friendly and kind. The happy hour is very generous. I like to sit in the bar area and get quick service.
87 locals recommend
Fogón Cocina Mexicana
600 E Pine StThis is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Seattle. The staff are over the top friendly and kind. The happy hour is very generous. I like to sit in the bar area and get quick service.
If you haven't had Malaysian food before, I highly suggest you check this place out. I personally have enjoyed every item on the menu. Get there early, as the weight can be long.
133 locals recommend
Kedai Makan
1449 Bellevue AveIf you haven't had Malaysian food before, I highly suggest you check this place out. I personally have enjoyed every item on the menu. Get there early, as the weight can be long.
BREAKFAST - A long time standard breakfast place in the area. The wait can be long on the weekend, but weekdays, the place is amazing and very local!
92 locals recommend
Glo's
928 E Olive WayBREAKFAST - A long time standard breakfast place in the area. The wait can be long on the weekend, but weekdays, the place is amazing and very local!
BREAKFAST - a very modern top notch breakfast join well worth the walk!
190 locals recommend
Skillet Diner
1400 E Union StBREAKFAST - a very modern top notch breakfast join well worth the walk!
BREAKFAST - a 24 hour diner. Hipsters central. There's a great bar attached.
96 locals recommend
Lost Lake Cafe & Lounge
1505 10th AveBREAKFAST - a 24 hour diner. Hipsters central. There's a great bar attached.
WEEKEND BRUNCH - I love the cowboy taco. It's a very hipster place with great prices.
103 locals recommend
Linda's Tavern
707 East Pine StreetWEEKEND BRUNCH - I love the cowboy taco. It's a very hipster place with great prices.
Stateside
300 E Pike StWEEKEND BRUNCH - Vietnamese with western influences.
TACO TRUCK in an old KFC - open late. I love everything on the menu. The prices are low and the service is fast.
73 locals recommend
Rancho Bravo Tacos
1001 E Pine StTACO TRUCK in an old KFC - open late. I love everything on the menu. The prices are low and the service is fast.
If you like vegetarian option and or organic sustainable food - or if you like just plan good food, this place is for you. I really like the breakfast sandwiches.
50 locals recommend
Homegrown
1531 Melrose AveIf you like vegetarian option and or organic sustainable food - or if you like just plan good food, this place is for you. I really like the breakfast sandwiches.
JAPANESE - with an American touch. I love the Nabiaki Udon and cocktails. I try to sitake at the bar. Happy hour has great value.
170 locals recommend
Momiji
1522 12th AveJAPANESE - with an American touch. I love the Nabiaki Udon and cocktails. I try to sitake at the bar. Happy hour has great value.
Hot Mama's Pizza
700 E Pine StPIZZA - by the slice. They're open late!
Trove
KOREAN - noodle bar on one side and steak on the other.
Mamnoon
1508 Melrose AveMIDDLE EASTERN - spendy, attentive service, and tasty.
SANDWICHES - very local and good quality. Table service at night and walk up during the day.
86 locals recommend
HoneyHole
703 E Pike StSANDWICHES - very local and good quality. Table service at night and walk up during the day.
FRENCH + BREAKFAST - I like coming here for brunch. I'm addicted to the croque monsieur.
188 locals recommend
Cafe Presse
1117 12th AveFRENCH + BREAKFAST - I like coming here for brunch. I'm addicted to the croque monsieur.
Drinks & Nightlife
Rumba
1112 Pike StCOCKTAIL - too many rum drinks plus some food options.
COCKTAIL - local distillery. Alaska Airlines serves liquor from this very place.
22 locals recommend
Still Liquor
1524 Minor AveCOCKTAIL - local distillery. Alaska Airlines serves liquor from this very place.
The Chapel Bar
1600 Melrose AvenueBEERS - and lots of them. There's always a differ my selection - I love the variety.
BEERS - I love the slogan a bartender here told me, "No tips and no cash". That's right, they don't accept tips and it's credit cards only. The space is large and fun.
91 locals recommend
Optimism Brewing Company
1158 BroadwayBEERS - I love the slogan a bartender here told me, "No tips and no cash". That's right, they don't accept tips and it's credit cards only. The space is large and fun.
Unicorn
1118 E Pike StBAR - check out the basement!
Nightclub hosting hip-hop & alt-rock bands, among other styles, with red retro Chinese decor.
55 locals recommend
Chop Suey
1325 E Madison StNightclub hosting hip-hop & alt-rock bands, among other styles, with red retro Chinese decor.
Sightseeing
DAY TRIP - grab a ferry to Bainbridge and back. The sights of the city are amazing. The value is good - just $6 or so round trip.
36 locals recommend
Bremerton Ferry Dock station
10 Washington AveDAY TRIP - grab a ferry to Bainbridge and back. The sights of the city are amazing. The value is good - just $6 or so round trip.
BEST VIEW - dare I say better than the space neddle. Hike to the top of the water tower for views from Bellevue to the Olympics.
563 locals recommend
Volunteer Park
1247 15th Ave EBEST VIEW - dare I say better than the space neddle. Hike to the top of the water tower for views from Bellevue to the Olympics.
Space Needle
400 Broad StA local standard must see.
Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveMaybe the most famous sight in Seattle.
Essentials
QFC
1401 BroadwayLarge like Safeway and Kroger
QFC
1401 BroadwayLarge like Safeway and Kroger.
City Market
1722 Bellevue AveA great local small market.
Parks & Nature
An unique park with the leftover gas plants equipment. Pretty picturesque especially with all the greenery surroundings in contrast of the heavy industrial equipments.
860 locals recommend
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayAn unique park with the leftover gas plants equipment. Pretty picturesque especially with all the greenery surroundings in contrast of the heavy industrial equipments.
Arts & Culture
Get a glimpse of an old Seattle with a guided underground tour of Seattle. Location: Pioneer Square
285 locals recommend
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveGet a glimpse of an old Seattle with a guided underground tour of Seattle. Location: Pioneer Square
Getting Around
Avis Car Rental
1919 5th AveLight rail station is really close to the apartment. The one in downtown (Westlake station is only 5 blocks away) and will bring you directly to Seatac.
15 locals recommend
Sound Transit station
17580 International BlvdLight rail station is really close to the apartment. The one in downtown (Westlake station is only 5 blocks away) and will bring you directly to Seatac.