Mary Jo’s guidebook
Food scene
Reckless Noodle House and Cocktails
2519 S Jackson StWalking distance and wonderful food.
Wonderful food! Challenging to get a table because it is always packed. You can make a to go order (they will text you) and eat your food at the bar around the corner, Montana's.
133 locals recommend
Kedai Makan
1449 Bellevue AveWonderful food! Challenging to get a table because it is always packed. You can make a to go order (they will text you) and eat your food at the bar around the corner, Montana's.
Salumi
404 Occidental Ave SGreat lunch joint.
Skillet Diner
1400 E Union StGreat brunch.
Annapurna Cafe
1833 BroadwayWonderful Nepalese and Indian food.
WOOD SHOP BBQ
2513 S Jackson Stgreat BBQ and in walking distance
COMMUNION Restaurant & Bar
2350 East Union StreetGood catfish sandwich.
Vendemmia
1126 34th AveWonderful date night spot and the pasta is wonderful.
Central Cafe and Juice Bar
2509 E Cherry StThe owner is wonderful and the juices are great
Lowrider Baking Company
2407 E Union StFantastic cookies and in walking distance.
Temple Pastries
2524 S Jackson StGood coffee and pastries in walking distance from the cottage.
Neighborhoods
Capitol Hill
Great shopping, food, night scene, artists, and more.
Many historic spots from fish throwing to the gum wall. Usually crowded but well worth the visit.
2310 locals recommend
Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveMany historic spots from fish throwing to the gum wall. Usually crowded but well worth the visit.
You can go on a nice walking tour and see crazy art installations out in public. Find the Troll.
251 locals recommend
Fremont
You can go on a nice walking tour and see crazy art installations out in public. Find the Troll.
Sightseeing
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StBeautiful glass pieces.
Discovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdWonderful hikes and views.
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayGreat views of downtown.
Great spot on a hot day. You can go swimming and have a picnic.
120 locals recommend
Madison Park Bakery
4214 E Madison StGreat spot on a hot day. You can go swimming and have a picnic.
Volunteer Park
1247 15th Ave EGreat views from inside the fire tower.
Seward Park
5900 Lake Washington Blvd SHikes, nature and views of Rainier.
Theo Chocolate
3400 Phinney Ave NFun tour.
Kerry Park
211 W Highland DrGreat spot for amazing views of Mt. Rainier.
Arboretum
Wonderful spot to walk around on a sunny day.
Breweries
Optimism Brewing Company
1158 BroadwayGreat beer
Standard Brewing
2504 S Jackson StNot a brewery, but so much variety and amazing beer!
182 locals recommend
Chuck's Hop Shop & Kegs to go
2001 E Union StNot a brewery, but so much variety and amazing beer!
Perihelion Brewery
2800 16th Ave SReuben's Brews
5010 14th Ave NWReally good beer. Quite busy.
Fremont Brewing Company
1050 N 34th StMetier Brewing Company Taproom
2616 East Cherry StreetNew brewery only two blocks away.