Pretty Parlor
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

119 Summit Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

stephy s. writes: I feel pretteeeee
Oh so pretteeee,
I feel vintagey and girlie and gay!!
What?

Okay, so going into this store didn't exactly propel me up the gay chart, but I sure did feel like a pretty girl in here. And really, how can you not surrounded by pinks and…

Everyday Music

1604 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122

Matt R. writes: Need to get your yearly fill of hipster speak?  Go here and listen to the workers talk about new music and bands.  It's like High Fidelity except with band names I've never heard of before.  They were the first place I heard about Battles, now one of…

Volunteer Park Water Tower
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1247 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

mark m. writes: the water tower to the space needle as vivace to starbucks.

oh, and it's free.

here is how to make an adventure out of it, in 12 easy steps:

1. bring a friend or a visitor (tell them they can see the space needle later, with other tourists).

2. park…

Seattle Public Library - Capitol Hill
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

425 Harvard Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Jessi B. writes: the downtown library might be my husband, but the cap hill branch is still my best friend.

Pagliacci Pizza
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

426 Broadway Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

tony g. writes: I have no problem eating 3 star pizza.

Zipzap Zubidy Bop!

Burrito Express
Neighborhood: Eastlake

2701 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Tim O. writes: Crapper. They done tore the building down.

Luckily, there's still the original one up north by Jackson Park.

Ali Baba
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

408 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Bryan K. writes: I didn't know there was such good falafel so close to my apartment.  I used to drive all the way to the U District to get my fix.  Now it's just a hop, skip, and a jump later and I'm in falafel heaven.  Plus the sage tea is delicious.

Thank the…

Tacos Guaymas
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

213 Broadway East
Seattle, WA 98102

Kevin S. writes: Portions are large and the prices are pretty reasonable.  That said, its really nothing special when compared to Gorditas or Mama's Mexican.  And they don't sell chimichangas - and yes I know that its not really traditional mexican food (it was…

Grand Central Bakery
Neighborhood: Eastlake

1616 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Joel H. writes: Hi. My name's Joel and I'm a carbophobe. Just walking into Grand Central makes my eye twitch and gives me palpitations.

That said, the sandwiches here are all right. The bread is sometimes a little thick, and I've had about a 50-50 on the dryness of…

Wallace Falls

Seattle, WA 98102

Apoorva M. writes: This is a hike with a lot of variety.  It starts out in a weird way, as you walk under power lines to the actual trailhead.  The power lines keep making a sort of sparking noise that is not the most pleasant.

But once you enter the trail, it is truly…

Steven Prince DMD
Neighborhood: Downtown

1218 3rd Ave
1300 Seattle Tower
Seattle, WA 98101

Arjun B. writes: I needed a new dentist since changing jobs, and I actually found Dr. Prince on Yelp (thanks for the review, Sarah!).  

It was great - everyone there was incredibly nice, I got to watch Goldfinger while getting my teeths cleaned, and it was only 2…

Oriental Mart

1506 Pike Place Market
Seattle, WA 98101

Jeff G. writes: If it wasn't socially unacceptable I'd take a bath in their adobo broth, right there in the market. This stuff is that good. The pancit is pretty tasty too. The counter gets a little cramped and they can be slow at busy times but this is some…

Fox's Gem Shop
Neighborhood: Downtown

1341 5th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Laura P. writes: The jeweler that we used in Chicago (http://www.yelp.com/bi...)
was unreliable.  I haven't worn my engagement ring or matching wedding band since earlier this year due to fear of losing more stones from my rings.  We brought the rings to Fox's to…

Pabla Indian Cuisine
Neighborhood: Downtown

1516 2nd Ave
Ste 101
Seattle, WA 98101

Autumn K. writes: After my best friend's wedding on Saturday, I was pretty drunk. So drunk, in fact, that I woke up at 1 a.m. in the bathtub at my hotel, still wearing my bridesmaid dress and heels, makeup smeared from my forehead to my chin...
Here's what was going…

Alibi Room
Neighborhood: Downtown

85 Pike St Ste 410
Seattle, WA 98101

Katie S. writes: It's really dark in here. I think I tripped over something on my way over to our table. Could have been someone's foot. Could have been a bread basket.. no clue. That's how dark, people!

My Pinot Gris was delightful. The menu extensive, with such…

El Mercado Latino
Neighborhood: Downtown

1514 Pike Place
Suite 6
Seattle, WA 98101

megan w. writes: As you may already know, yuca frita is the new french fries. French fries are so last year. French fries are for philistines.

So where would one procure some yucca (and perhaps some plantains, since they are also very tasty when fried)??  At the…

Sound View Cafe
Neighborhood: Downtown

1501 Pike Pl
Suite 501
Seattle, WA 98101

Suzanne B. writes: Report card for breakfast:

Friendly counter folks:  A+  (she called me 'dearie' - that's an A++)
Plentiful coffee:  A
STRONG coffee:  C (higher ratio of water to grounds might help)
Flavorful food:  B+
LOTS of food:  A
Good view:  A-
Comfortable seating:  B…

Megan Mary Olander Florist
Neighborhood: Downtown

1st & Main Pioneer S
Seattle, WA 98101

Sweetp M. writes: Fabulous flowers, good service and lovely locale next to Grand Central Bakery!  You can get really a unique and beautiful product here for the same amount as a hum drum run of the bill bouquet on any major website.  Delivery is a bit pricey, but that…

Bombay Wala Cuisine of India
Neighborhood: Downtown

400 Pine Street
Suite 328
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: It's food court Indian food which is actually quite tasty just don't get the naan it's not very good.  The servings are HUGE they provide you with enough saffron rice to feed an Army or enough for you to have some the next day.  The people who work…

El Puerco Lloron
Neighborhood: Downtown

1501 Western Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: I always forget about this hidden jem located on the staircase from Western to the waterfront and I don't know why.  I love their homemade tortillas and their chips and salsa are fantastic.  The rickety tables and wobbly chairs add to its atmospheric…

Dejavu Adult Superstore
Neighborhood: Downtown

1510 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Victoria L. writes: The selection of videos far exceeds the selection of personal gadgetry.  Standard fare.

Crab Pot
Neighborhood: Downtown

1301 Alaskan Way
Pier 57
Seattle, WA 98101

Laura P. writes: Their mallets are perfect for exercising your work-week angst.

Frakkin' co-worker pissed me off this week. Thinks if us "girls" knew that he secretly eloped, we'd be disappointed.

*whack*

Thinks he work is revision-free.  HA!

*thump*

Dropped the ball 3x…

Aveda
Neighborhood: Downtown

600 Pine Street Space 136
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: It's just an Aveda store not a spa/salon.  I love this little store I walk in and am greeting with warm tea and a smile.  I can't live without their hand and food relief and this is where I buy it.  The sales staff is always friendly and seem to…

Quality Cheese
Neighborhood: Downtown

1508 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101

Jessica Y. writes: It really wouldn't have taken much for this place to win me over. I mean, come on. It's cheese. Actually, it's *quality* cheese.

But what pushes it from "hey, I like cheese" goodness to "OMG! Cheese!" greatness is the service. I approached the…

Brooks Brothers Mens Clothing
Neighborhood: Downtown

1330 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Dean R. writes: If you go shopping here, ask for Jane. I believe she is one of the managers at BB and has been real helpful every time I go in here. She helped me go through all the BB shirts to find a collar/fit combination that I could live with.

The tailor at the…

Steelhead Diner
Neighborhood: Downtown

95 Pine St
Pike Place Market
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: I've read many reviews on this place and have seen it recommended to hundreds of people so of course I HAD to check it out.  I decided on a lunch time visit.  Based on different things I've read I went with the roasted pork sandwich, my lunch buddy…

The 5th Avenue Theatre
Neighborhood: Downtown

1308 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Maia. J. writes: Last night for Edward Scissorhands, I realized it was only my 3rd  visit to the 5th Ave Theatre. I saw The Rocky Horror Show and Flower Drum Song in 2003 and from what I recall, they were both enjoyable. As a lover of the arts, going to the theatre…

Thai Go
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

209 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Lindi M. writes: My problem: I don't like to cook...or buy groceries.

My solution: Thai Go

I get Thai Go at *least* once a week. Sometimes two to three times a week. It's sad. But, true. I just can't help it! It's so close to my house and every time I go they give me…

Happy Teriyaki
Neighborhood: Downtown

1522 5th Ave Ste 102
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: This is some very good fast food teriyaki for downtown.  So good that I walked seven blocks in the rain at lunch today to get it instead of just getting soup upstairs because I was craving it so bad.  I waited in the long line to place my order while…

The Islander
Neighborhood: Downtown

96 Union St
Seattle, WA 98101

Maia. J. writes: I really wanted to *hate* the Islander but I just did not. I'd been here once long ago for a drink on the patio and barely remembered it but last night they were gracious enough to let The Crew http://www.yelp.com/bi... take over their bar and…

Jasmine Thai Moroccan
Neighborhood: Downtown

1530 Post Aly
Seattle, WA 98101

Michelle B. writes: There is a reason that Moroccan comes after Thai in the name. There are only two Moroccan dishes on the menu. A salad, and a cous cous dish. Hardly enough to warrant calling themselves a Moroccan restaurant.

Nope, this is really a plain ol' Thai…

Motore Coffee
Neighborhood: Belltown

1904 9th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Bryce S. writes: ...should really be called "Motore Coffee and Bar". I'm surprised more places don't offer the coffee & booze combination. Think of the profits, man!

Good hangout with fast free Wi Fi. 3 iMacs beckon you to use them. The seats are comfortable, though…

Bavarian Meat Delicatessen
Neighborhood: Downtown

1920 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101

Michelle B. writes: No sooner than I walk in here does some guy at the counter ask the deli lady, "Can I get a pound of wieners?"

Do not laugh. Do not laugh. You are not seven years old. And even when you were seven years old you would get in trouble for acting so…

Red Fin
Neighborhood: Belltown

612 Stewart Street
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: You walk in and Red Fin kind of gives off that I'm super sleek and sophisticated vibe.  It could be because it's yet another sushi happy hour option downtown, though the place didn't make me all that happy.  

They offer $3.00 wells and $3.00 pints and…

The Great Wind-Up
Neighborhood: Downtown

93 Pike St
Ste 201
Seattle, WA 98101

Rinky A. writes: Tucked away in a corner of Pike Street Market is a fantastic place called The Great Wind-Up.  Although it is relatively small they have at least 100 or more wind-up toys ranging from walking brains, hamburgers, fries and every type of mammal on…

Bartell Drug Stores
Neighborhood: Downtown

Fifth & Olive
Seattle, WA 98101

Laina B. writes: Just as great as any other Bartell's, only this is the only store I've ever seen a king size Whatchamacallit. I didn't think they even existed! Only downfall to this particular Bartell's is that there isn't any parking since you're right downtown.…

Mr D's Greek Delicacies
Neighborhood: Downtown

1518 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101

Paula R. writes: This place is so good, that sometimes when i wake up in the morning, their gyro is the first thing on my mind.  And then I have to wait for HOURS for lunch time to arrive so I can go and get my fix.  if I could  bathe in their tzatziki (sp?) sauce…

McKinnon Furniture
Neighborhood: Downtown

1201 Western Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Thaddeus G. writes: You don't buy furniture at McKinnon. You love it. So you marry it.

First, a bit of warning. If you've shopped at Ikea all your life, you'll bust a spleen over the prices. And you should also be advised that since every piece is custom, there's a…

Qdoba Restaurant Corp

17744 Garden Way NE
Woodinville, WA 98072

Sarah M. writes: I used to eat here at least once a week when I worked in Woodinville.  Best chicken taco salad, romaine, no iceberg! , lots of yummy grilled chicken that actually has flavor, the best roasted corn salsa, yum!  Chicken nachos are to die for.  The…