Senor Moose Cafe
Neighborhood: Ballard

5242 Leary Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Katie S. writes: Ate here last night and loved it.. you should do the same.

Be sure to order the chips & 5 salsas.. It's FAB and 2nd only to Chapel HH and the invention of the light bulb. 'Big ups' to Edison for that one.

You want the food deets? Read Carrie H's…

Rain City Video
Neighborhood: Ballard

6412 32nd Ave. NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Katie S. writes: This is the only place I rent my vids!

Now, I've been a Netflix'r in the past. Don't get me wrong- you cannot beat them for.. well.. anything dvd related, really. Best selection. Excellent service. Awesome prices.

However, for someone like me who…

The Other Coast Cafe
Neighborhood: Ballard

5315 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

mel r. writes: Oh dear sweet mutha of all things pure and evil! My stomach is full and my taste buds still salivate for this place. I have found my new sandwich shop to replace the one I left in So Cal. I could literally only eat half and the other is sitting in my…

Tractor Tavern
Neighborhood: Ballard

5213 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

terrell m. writes: Things I love about the Tractor, by Terrell M.

I can walk to it from my house.

Tons of Texas bands play here.

Ticket prices are reasonable.

Crowd is relaxed and friendly.

I can wear jeans, fleece and sneakers and I'll still be more dressed up than most…

Sugartown Vintage
Neighborhood: Ballard

2421 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107

Valerie T. writes: So where do you go when your just turning 18-year old little sister decides it would be AWESOME to have a birthday party with the dress up theme of: M.I.A. and AFRIKAN BOY?

YOU GO TO SUGARTOWN VINTAGE. & fall in love at first sight.

Holy shit did we…

Ray's Boathouse Restaurant Shilshole

6049 Seaview Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Megan B. writes: I've been here twice now, both times for the 30 for 30 promotion. I've been very impressed by the high quality service both times. It's not a slick, hip Belltown fusion eatery, but I think that's a good thing. It's just a tasteful- warm- wood -and…

Sip & Ship
Neighborhood: Ballard

1752 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107

abigail l. writes: If long lines and sour exchanges at the post office make you a little wild-in-the-eye, Sip and Ship calls. It "hath charms to soothe a savage breast*"--charms like fair-trade cappuccinos, quiche by the slice, italian sodas, letterpress stationery,…

Smarty Pants
Neighborhood: Georgetown

6017 Airport Way S
Seattle, WA 98108

Michelle B. writes: If you love it so much, why don't you marry it?

You are cordially invited to attend the nuptial ceremony on November 20th 2006 to share in the love of Michelle B. and the Hashbrowns at Smarty Pants.

Michelle fell in love with the Hashbrowns at Smarty…

K's Deli & Grocery
Neighborhood: Ballard

3950 Leary Way NW
Seattle, WA 98107

John K. writes: Attention area college students: K is for Keg. Act like you know what's up.

Evo
Neighborhood: Fremont

122 NW 36th St
Seattle, WA 98107

Ella W. writes: I may not speak "skater" very well, but I am fluent in "awesome".  

And Evo is, indeed, awesome.  

Kickass selection of gear, shoes, and clothes.  .

Gourmondo Catering Co.
Neighborhood: West Seattle

309 South Cloverdale, Suite B-24
Seattle, WA 98108

Laina B. writes: Yum! Whenever I find out that lunch is on the company and they're ordering from here, it makes me so happy! I LOVE the Sicilian panini box lunch. It's so good! You know how sometimes you order a sandwich and they skimp on the meat? Don't you hate…

9 LB Hammer
Neighborhood: Georgetown

6009 Airport Way S
Seattle, WA 98108

Zachary P. writes: I seem to be on a streak of great bar experiences, and the 9lb has pushed the bar a little higher. Somebody said Georgetown is the last neighborhood in Settle that hasn't "sold out" and I am inclined to agree. Synopsis of the evening...

- celebrate…

Thaiku
Neighborhood: Ballard

5410 Ballard Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Dunzo S. writes: Surprisingly good Thai food in ol' Ballard. Not the  home cooking style I prefer but still very good.  Yellow curry was great, the tofu soft and delicious; the Pad See Iew also nicely prepared.  Drinks are somewhat of an oddity and also their claim…

Wilson Bros. Automotive
Neighborhood: Ballard

5450 Shilshole Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Pete G. writes: Honest, efficient and helpful.  3 things that are rare in an auto shop.  I appreciate it when I am told that there is work that I don't need to worry about for the time being on my car rather than getting the hard sell.  Heck, Matt even helped source…

Ballard Blossom
Neighborhood: Ballard

1766 N.W. Market Street
Seattle, WA 98107

Phil S. writes: My lovely Susan and I have been happily married for 16...or is it 17? (Just kidding, I remember!) 17 blissful years now. We've known each other for 19 years so we're really close. However, in all those wonderful years and especially the early ones, I…

India Bistro
Neighborhood: Ballard

2301 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107

Mitzie H. writes: I had heard great things about India Bistro, and the other night when Gay Boyfriend #1 (GB#1) wanted Indian food for dinner I suggested India Bistro because the Indian places in West Seattle kind of suck.

We walk in and are seated right away at a nice…

Metropolitan Market
Neighborhood: Bryant

5250 40th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Rachel P. writes: As good as it gets- but you have to pay for it.  Service is ALWAYS immpecable, everything is ALWAYS immpecable- meat, seafood, deli, fruit, bakery, etc.

I only wish I could afford the floral arrangements...but alas my floral budget is based on what I…

Saiko Bakery
Neighborhood: University District

4311 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Tiffany S. writes: We hit the U-District Street Festival today and decided that a cream puff would be a good follow-up to a corn dog. YUMMY YUMMY espresso cream puff for a bargain $1.50 (those fancy cupcake people should be ashamed of themselves charging so much).…

Skylark Cafe & Club
Neighborhood: West Seattle

3803 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106

Mitzie H. writes: A great cool somewhat new addition to the West Seattle scene.  I finally made it to the Skylark the other night for a drink and a bite to eat.  The place is adorable inside, so cute, or should I say tough so the boys will still want to go check it…

Bark Natural Pet Care
Neighborhood: Ballard

5338 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Jen G. writes: I was happy to see a decent array of martingale collars at Bark, however I didn't have my beagle with me at the time, and so I will have to come back to let her "choose" which color or style she prefers.

The bully sticks seemed a little pricey, at…

Tall Grass Bakery the
Neighborhood: Ballard

5907 24th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

scott k. writes: I got a sourdough loaf here that was pretty good, but I'm partial to anything that comes in loaf form.

I've said it before and I'll say it again...

HOLLY CRAP! If you see the Tall Grass's stand at the Ballard farmers market, grab one of the olive…

Kwik-E-Mart

362 Denny Way
Seattle, WA 98109

Lindi M. writes: "Who needs the Kwik-E-Mart?
Now here comes the tricky part.
Oh, won't you rhyme with me?
Who needs the Kwik-E-Mart?

Their floors are stick-E-Mart,

They made Dad sick-E-Mart,

Let's hurl a brick-E-Mart,

The Kwik-E-Mart is real... D'oh!

Who needs the…

Himalayan Sherpa Restaurant
Neighborhood: University District

4214 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Melanie W. writes: In town visiting some friends, I'd never had the chance to eat Himalayan food, which prompted this choice.  I have to say, it reminded me a lot of Indian food but I still thought it was pretty tasty.  When we first started eating, there was almost no…

Shiga's Imports
Neighborhood: University District

4306 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Mary T. writes: If I were a college student, I would love this store. I'm not, so I'm not in the market for a gabillion types of affordable dishes, but I enjoyed shopping here nonetheless. If you're still into Hello Kitty, you'll find quite a bit of what you need…

Shalimar
Neighborhood: University District

1401 NE 42nd St
Seattle, WA 98105

Tanya S. writes: Mmm Shalimar... I remember back when you changed locations from the corner of 42nd and the ave to your current locale and I was so mad that you replaced the all-you-can-eat vegetarian Indian lunch buffet.  I wanted to hate you but I couldn't help but…

Northlake Tavern & Pizza House
Neighborhood: University District

660 NE Northlake Way
Seattle, WA 98105

Matt R. writes: Pizza that demands to be eaten with a fork and knife.  "Why?" you ask?  "The toppings," I answer.  Me and two friends got a medium pizza that cost about $25.00!  We were skeptical that it would be worth it.  

Upon biting into it we knew it was.  We…

Cellophane Square
Neighborhood: University District

4538 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Joolie T. writes: i know people will rave about Cellpohane for their awesome selections of movies, music, etc.

well, i do too.

used records galore! porn! etc. i always sold my DVD/CD's here. their new stock items are what i enjoy the most of Cellophane. i like to chat…

Veil
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

555 Aloha Street
Seattle, WA 98109

Diana L. writes: Amuse Bouche: Green pea puree with a dollop of carrot puree and garnished with a sprig of pea vine served in an Asian soup spoon.  Very colorful and great flavors.

Conversation:
Sister: My phone rang at 2:30 in the morning, which freaks me out because…

Chandler's Crabhouse & Fresh Fish Market

901 Fairview Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

tom n. writes: Our concierge at the Marriott had suggested this place for a business dinner and took the liberty of making our reservation.  In doing so, one of our appetizer was taken care of courtesy of the hotel.  

We had the crab artichoke, the hot trio, and a…

Intiman Theatre
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

201 Mercer St
Seattle Center
Seattle, WA 98109

Stephen J. writes: Seattle is a great town for theater.  I read somewhere that we are second only to NYC in number of theaters per capita.  You can go out for a show most night of the week and see every thing from the sparse and abstract to the elaborate and detailed.…

Uptown Espresso & Bakery
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

525 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Katie S. writes: Big ol' ups to this lthe people behind the velvet foam for letting me sit at one of their tables, 'click, click, clicking' away for 3 hours.

The lattes here are lovely and while the flow of this particular location is pretty much non- existent, they…

Mediterranean Kitchen
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

366 Roy St
Seattle, WA 98109

Ron M. writes: I really can't say more than what others here have said about this place. It's a garlic lover's paradise! You simply can't go wrong with their signature Farmer's Dish, but there are times that particular item is so popular that you have to wait a…

Mecca Cafe
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

526 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Heather F. writes: I like the Mecca because as soon as you walk in, what you see is what you get, and sometimes that's exactly what I want.  It certainly is rough around the edges and for as many drunken patrons that I have encountered here, I have never had a bad…

Caffe Vita
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

813 5th Avenue N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Lorna D. writes: Absolutely love this place!!! Not only for the art in the foam, but because the staff is friendly, the music is diverse (punk, alternative, hip hop... my fave kinds of music), the ambience is chic, and they know how to make everything from flavored…

Georgetown Brewing Company
Neighborhood: Georgetown

5840 Airport Way S
Seattle, WA 98108

Jen G. writes: In all fairness, I have never actually BEEN to Georgetown Brewing Company, but I feel completely justified in giving them five stars, as my husband often comes home with $5 growlers filled with Manny's and Chopper's, and subsequently, good times are…

Maruta Shoten
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1024 S Bailey St
Seattle, WA 98108

Ron M. writes: If you ever find yourself in Georgetown, you should stop by this place and check it out.  It is a great Japanese grocery store that serves some really great food from their deli.  You will not find a gift section or bookstore here.  Think of the…

Vincenzo's Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

2232 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Ron M. writes: These guys serve some pretty tasty food! I don't think I've had a bad dish here. My favorites include their hot sandwiches like the pesto chicken and their Lazio pizza.

The sandwich has pesto, chicken breast, roasted red peppers, and parmesan and…

Yummy Teriyaki
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

622 1st Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98109

Sarah B. writes: I've been craving sesame chicken for awhile and no where in town really does it quite right.  But today I saw a sign for spicy sesame chicken and just had to head in.

Cute little place for lunch but most people were there to grab and leave.  So I…