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Matt's In The Market
Neighborhood: Downtown

94 Pike St
Ste 32
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: I have to agree with Michael O, this place was hyped like the second coming of Christ and it didn't live up to its hype for me. I never made it to the old Matt's so I only know the new Matt's and well I kind of expected someone to walk on water…

The Fremont Troll
Neighborhood: Fremont

N. 36th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: Best Neighbor EVER!!

He's kinda hawt too -all big and hulky and his eye is D R E A M Y.

Seriously, I never hear a peep outta him..

Well, other than the occasional crunching sound -

If you listen closely, you'll hear it during the wee hours of every…

University District Farmers Market
Neighborhood: University District

5031 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

JC D. writes: Freshly and comfortably moved into my new place I decided to hit the farmer's market on my first weekend in Seattle.

The University District Farmers Market is Seattle's oldest and largest "farmers-only" neighborhood market.

They say it's not good to…

Kubota Garden
Neighborhood: Rainier Beach

9817 55th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Maia. J. writes: Kubota Garden isn't a Japanese garden in the strictest sense of Japanese gardens per se, as it utilizes many plants that are native to the PNW, but it is absolutely breathtaking and amazing nonetheless.

I was lucky enough to go on a tour for work…

Remlinger Farms

32610 NE 32nd St
Carnation, WA 98014

Katie S. writes: Way WAY back when, when KTown was just 'Kateshmate' (yes, the nickname dates back to the early 90's) I had the.. errr.. memorable experience of working at Remlinger Farms.

You see, as a teen, growin' up in DU-VALL, this was pretty much THE place to…

Space Needle
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

400 Broad St
Seattle, WA 98109

Ron M. writes: This is the coolest looking building in Seattle and an icon since the 1962 World's Fair. That is all.

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Ye Olde Curiosity Shop
Neighborhood: Downtown

1001 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98104

scott k. writes: When I was a little kid the store was in a GIGANTIC wooden warehouse at the end of the piers. Naturally, it was far more cavernous inside, and because it was so old and creaky, it was pretty much 100% scarier and cooler then the building it's in now.…

Friends of Seattle Public Library Book Sale
Neighborhood: Sand Point

6310 NE 74th St Ste 108E
Seattle, WA 98115

Matt R. writes: Can I give this ten stars? 'Cause I totally would if I could.

This event takes place two times per year. Once in late Winter and once in late Summer.

Here's the deal: Go on Sunday! I went there with a duffel bag and $15. The books are normally…

Gregg's Greenlake Cycles
Neighborhood: Green Lake

7007 Woodlawn Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Serene C. writes: Yes, they have many many bikes to choose from. It's quite delightful seeing so many bikes hanging from the rafters and seeing fancy Le Mondes and Bianchis sitting there winking at you, whispering their evil siren calls to touch their sweet movable…

Smith Tower Observation Deck
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square

506 2nd Ave
Ste #1021
Seattle, WA 98104

Tiffany S. writes: Today is Chris' last day working in the Smith Tower, one of Seattle's true landmarks.

I gasped when I walked into the lobby for the first time and saw the onyx walls and staircare and amazing Indian head carvings. I was equally impressed by the view…

Jump! Gourmet Espresso
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

604 Broadway East
Seattle, WA 98102

Michelle B. writes: Go check your to-do list. Please rearrange your priorities and put "Stop by Jump! Espresso to see Stephen J. " at the very top of your list.

Yes, it may mean waking up before noon. Yes, it may mean putting on something other than pajamas to walk down…

Ballard

Seattle, WA 98107

Ian K. writes: In ten years Ballard will be the new Capitol Hill, only with less elevation.

I'm confident B-town will retain it's old world charm, even though the day workers don't drink at the Sloop anymore. For the most part, things have stayed the same, except…

Juan
Neighborhood: Downtown

600 Pine St
Seattle, WA 98101

Ian K. writes: Juan is a much a staple of Seattle as the Space Needle is, and if you're light in the wallet, he's a much better choice of entertainment.

If you're not already aware, Juan stands outside Pacific Place every, single, day. While screaming "Seattle…

Vladimir Lenin
Neighborhood: Fremont

3526 Fremont Pl N
Seattle, WA 98103

Craig H. writes: GiantMetalLenin is my own personal superhero. He watches me eat at the Taco del Mar, ready to jump in with the Heimlich (or some particularly gulag Russian version of it) at the slightest sign of distress.

Dragon's Toy Box
Neighborhood: Downtown

1525 First Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Alyson L. writes: My only problem with Dragon's Toy Box is that they have too much cool stuff. Well, that and they are only open 10 AM to 6 PM every day of the week. And the fact that I saw an educational game with a misspelling on the front of the box. So they…

Zig Zag Cafe
Neighborhood: Downtown

1501 Western Avenue
on the Pike Hillclimb
Seattle, WA 98101

scott k. writes: Murray is quite simply the fastest bartender, able to sustain high quality service, I have ever seen in my entire life.

Ever.

He had a bar brimming with people as I walked in, so I foolishly assumed that my wine order would take a moment. I turned to…

Fremont Solstice Parade
Neighborhood: Fremont

3940 Fremont Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103

JC D. writes: There are long ones; short ones; colorful ones; bright ones; fluffy ones; flabby ones; flappy ones; saggy ones; harry ones; and those were just the painted dicks and tits on the dikes...err... bikes. The floats were okay.

The best float had to be the…

Alaskan Way Viaduct
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

State Route 99
Seattle, WA 98101

Ian S. writes: FIVE BIG STARS for the biggest drama queen in town.

She reigns over this city and cups the breast of downtown lovingly.

Hot.

She has the city council, the mayor, the state senate, and the governor all in check.

This girl has style and power both.

The…

Seattle

Seattle, WA 98108

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: Reluctant in Seattle

It's not your fault Seattle, you know the old joke.

No? Oh, okay; it's attributed to Herb Caen, not that I'd expect you to know who that is:

A San Franciscan dies and goes to heaven, she looks around and says "It's not bad... but it…

Ballard Seafood Fest
Neighborhood: Ballard

2208 N.W. Market Street
Seattle, WA 98107

Julea R. writes: Let me break it down for you:

I see food, and I eat it.

So here's whats going to happen, listen up Ballard Seafood Fest: I'm going to start walking towards you chewing with my mouth open, if you happen to get in the way and I eat all of your salmon,…

The Fremont Fair
Neighborhood: Fremont

Fremont
Seattle, WA 98103

patrick g. writes: I tried to go today, but because I drove there, I ended up just driving around in circles looking for parking. Across the Fremont Bridge and back again. Up this way, up that way. No parking here. No parking there.

All I wanted was a few special…

Waiting for the Interurban
Neighborhood: Fremont

N. 34th St and Fremont Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98103

Tim O. writes: A friend of mine works right near here and always talks about it - what they're wearing today, etc. She was pretty excited when they finally put them back after the long construction period.

So I went down to check it out - pretty cool. The dog…

Seattlest.com

Seattle, WA 98112

Michelle B. writes: Wanna know what's going on around town?

Don't wanna deal with the weekly alternatives, the mega papers, the news, or listen to your opinionated friends?

Enter Seattlest.com.

These folks will let you in on all the cool happenings about town, without…

Freighthouse Square

2501 E D St
Tacoma, WA 98421

Sky C. writes: It's a far, far cry from Pike Place Market, but Freighthouse has the same local, tucked-away feel as the lower levels of Pike. This spot is way cooler than the mall, and far less busy -- which is both good and bad. I can't help but wonder how any of…

gum wall
Neighborhood: Downtown

Post alley
Seattle, WA 98101

Sean M. writes: Outside the entrance to the Alibi room down post alley is a entire wall covered with chewed gum. I give it five stars for just being crazy cool and 1 star because the first time I noticed it I put my hand on it by accident.

Seattle
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square

600 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98124

Ian S. writes: Seattle: The winner of my personal cities of the United States competitive bakeoff.

There used to be a concise review for Seattle here, which now seems to be missing. It said "Like a cleaner San Francisco with affordable housing."

When you first…

Let's Go Sailing
Neighborhood: Downtown

1001 Alaskan Way
Pier 54
Seattle, WA 98127

Kunney T. writes: Let's go sailing.

Let's go sailing!

This sign has got to be the in the best location. Every single time I see it, I freaking want to go sailing. I want to tell everyone I see that I want to go sailing.

Darnit. I want to go sailing now.

Artwalk

Seattle, WA 98121

Maria C. writes: How To Do First Thursday:

Meet at Mitchelli between 4 and 6. Drink 2 lemon drops and an apple martini and eat 2 mini pizzas and tell yourself it's soaking up the alcohol. Head out the door at 6 and start walking. Ask "where are we going?" If you're…

Seattle Pride Parade

1605 12th Ave
Ste 2
Seattle, WA 98122

Diana L. writes: One star for moving it downtown. Seriously, how many years does the Capitol Hill choir need to be preached to? And the business on Broadway have hardly suffered for it. Pride WEEK people - they get theirs.

One star for the celebration of diversity…

Apolo Anton Ohno

Dancing With the Stars
Seattle, WA 98127

Arlene C. writes: Could this boy be any hotter? Dam

Pigs on Parade

All Across Seattle
Seattle, WA 98127

Denice M. writes: Everyone should wander around Seattle to enjoy the Pigs On Parade! No, Zack De La Rocha has not gotten back together with his former band and come out with a new album. Rather, in celebration of Pike Place Market turning 100 years old this year,…

Bernie's belch

In yo face, mofo
Seattle, WA 98127

mel r. writes: it smelt like cheese...and a little bit of Tommy

Mel's pooping monkey

right behind you
Seattle, WA 98127

Tim O. writes: I can't believe this hasn't been reviewed yet!!

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Blue Moon Tavern
Neighborhood: University District

712 NE 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98105

Jessica Y. writes: As much as I love it here in beautiful Seattle, there are times when I get homesick for the good old midwest. Sometimes I just get sick of all the hills here, of the lack of faceless chain restaurants, and of nobody asking me if my people celebrate…

Crazy Rock-Stacking Guy
Neighborhood: Fremont

459 1/2 N 36th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: He spends all day stacking rocks and sucking on a harmonica in one of my favorite Seattle neighborhoods..

He yells at people who do not respect the rock, and they give him money.

He had him built a website where folks can and do donate to his cause via…

Sidewalk Dance Steps on Broadway

Capitol Hill
Seattle, WA 98168

Tiffany S. writes: Great article about the steps at http://seattlepi.nwsou...

Only one dance is made up. The rest are real steps that they collaborated on with the Arthur Murray Dance School. I never knew it was created as art. I always thought it was just advertising…

PCC Natural Markets

11435 Avondale Road NW
Redmond, WA 98053

Bryan K. writes: By far, the best of all the Puget Consumer Co-Ops. Their hot breakfast bar alone makes the long drive more than worth it.

A delicious breakfast Samosa, vegan sausage, and a freshly squeezed apple juice, Bryan is now a happy camper.

The bathrooms are a…

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