Boulangerie
Neighborhood: Wallingford

2200 N 45th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Martine W. writes: In the summer, I always feel like I'm in an indy french film when I go to the Boulangerie.  (Cue indy french music.)  My boyfriend and I walk over there from his house, giggling softly at inside jokes.  We salute the same ancient Vietnamese baker…

Great Harvest Bread Co

17171 Bothell Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Sonya L. writes: I've lived in Lake Forest Park all my life.  In my 22 years, I have never ever bought a single thing from Great Harvest Bread Co.  Why buy anything when you can get the most gigantic slice of bread for free and have the ability to slather it with as…

Honey Bear Bakery Cafe

17171 Bothell Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Maria C. writes: Zucchini and gruyere cheese frittata. Moist, dense muffins. This was breakfast last week and I've been dreaming of it since. The bakery smell as you walk in the door transports you to the happiest times of your life. The cakes made me drool. The…

Fireworks

17801 Pacific Hwy S
Central Terminal, Ste 8
Seattle, WA 98158

Sheryl D. writes: Thank goodness for Fireworks in the airport!  This store was a lifesaver on Mother's Day.  I was able to purchase a gift for my mom, b'day gift for my aunt, and small gifts for my aunts while waiting for my flight early on Sunday morning.  This is…

Becu Financial Services

12770 Gateway Dr
Tukwila, WA 98168

Mary T. writes: I've never loved a financial institution before.

BECU has saved our asses on several occasions, and we've only been here since January!

Best interest rates? BECU.
Tellers and advisers who not only have time to meet with you, actually seem pleased to do…

Artcore Studios
Neighborhood: Georgetown

5501a Airport Way S
Seattle, WA 98108

Ian M. writes: Honestly, I don't know jack about tattoos, from a first hand perspective.  At this point in my life, I don't plan to ever get a tattoo.  However, through, um, "enthusiastic" exposure, via the Seattle Tattoo Convention, and witnessing countless hours…

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs
Neighborhood: Georgetown, West Seattle

6615 E Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA 98108

Jeff G. writes: I grew up watching cop shows and one of the things I always liked was the moment when the cop and his partner would walk up to a hot dog cart, tell the guy (he always wore gloves and a scarf) they wanted the regular and then have a loud argument…

Larry's Markets
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

100 Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98109

Laina B. writes: Wow, this place has really gone downhill. It's not hard to imagine how or why this local chain managed to drive itself to bankruptcy. I used to really enjoy coming to Larry's Market on Queen Anne. It was different and had a lot of things the Safeway…

Laadla Cuisine of India

234 Fairview Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Tiffany S. writes: Indian food with no tummyache afterwards! It's a miracle!

So I organized a work lunch here and the gang trecked over a little after noony. Plenty of room for our merry band of seven (that's 3/4 of our office). Nice big buffet with the usual selections…

Metropolitan Market
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

100 Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98109

Ray C. writes: Metropolitan Market has a nice selection of imported chocolates. I know because in a drawer at my desk at work, there is a nice selection from that nice selection. But I'm now at home, where there is no such selection. Which means that for dessert, I…

The Electric Boat Company

2046 Westlake Ave N
Suite 102
Seattle, WA 98109

annie d. writes: In July 2006, my husband found this company online, so we decided to give it a shot. We thought it would make a fun family outing.

On the way over, we picked up some food to bring on the boat. The captain was very nice in helping us with everything,…

Outback Steakhouse

701 Westlake Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Mitzie H. writes: More like 3.5 stars but I'm feeling generous today.

To keep my Bestest Aunt in the Whole Wide World I had to eat here at Outback.  See my nephews never get to go because every time their father eats there he gets sick, sick and it's not pretty.  So…

Dexter & Hayes Public House
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1628 Dexter Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Katie S. writes: Hey Dexter Hayes... thanks for kicking my ass with one (COUNT 'EM) one Troll Porter last night. Much appreciated.

I likes ya b/c you're pretty cute and easy enough to find.. corner of Dexter & Hayes, PEOPLE!? Duh.

Peso's Kitchen & Lounge
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

605 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Betsey S. writes: Love Peso's.  Best hangover breakfast ever.  

I don't really mind the way it gets really packed at night and features a high DB percentage... especially if I am safely ensconced in a protective booth, giving me a nice 'Bag buffer.  There is nothing…

Ponti Seafood Grill
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

3014 3rd Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Mitzie H. writes: I can't believe I haven't reviewed Ponti yet it's one of my favorites.  First I should admit I've never been in the dinning room just the bar.  I have ordered off both the dinner and bar menu and everything is wonder.  My all time favorite dish is…

Pete's Pizza the Calzone King
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1919 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Andrew E. writes: Remember video games? Not the kind on your big screen plasma, but the kind that took quarters? Remember when they took quarters? Remember begging mom for "just one more?" while you sucked down your soda, finished your crusts, and zapped your brother…

Pasta Bella On Queen Anne
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1530 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Betsy K. writes: I feel so lucky that such a great little Italian restaurant is so close to my house! I absolutely love their mushroom ravioli - yum!

It's very affordable, it's nice an cozy, they have a good selection of wine, and they chef makes some great dishes. If…

Noosh Cafe
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1629 Queen Anne Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98109

Anna S. writes: Noosh is a great Italian style cafe in upper Queen Anne that serves scrumptious sandwiches, salads, soups, and espresso.  I eat here at least once a week, it's so good!  

The selection may seem small at first, but that's okay, because the owners have…

Lobo Saloon & Cafe

433 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98109

Danny L. writes: Update - Closed RIP!

Great dive atmosphere!  The crowd was a little odd last time I went there for a show, but thats to be expected.  Its a punk bar with a great jukebox and bands about 3 or 4 nights a week.  Olympia on tap!!  One night I was there…

Lowell-Hunt Catering

1111 Fairview Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Jonathan B. writes: Russell Lowell is an amazing fellow, and our wedding, food, and location was talked about for years by our friends.  We received so many compliments about every aspect Lowell-Hunt was involved in, I can't believe people would consider anyone else.

The…

Queen Anne Cafe
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

2121 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Betsy K. writes: Great food - Really.

The soups and pies are homemade... the service is great. They're great about refills and are very attentive. Some of the food I think is a little overpriced, but they do make up for it w/ the price of their alcohol.

I tend to…

La Femme
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1622 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Anna S. writes: I love La Femme.  The clothing is absolutely gorgeous, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.  The women who work there are more than ready to help me find an outfit for an event, or just help me find a great fitting pair of jeans.  They do have…

Dick's Drive-In
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

500 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

mel r. writes: So, I could make some innuendo about the name, but frankly I'm more clever than that and so NOT that easy-despite what I just learned from my mother on how my friend's parents in high school said I was a bad influence and I'd be knocked up before I…

Homestreet Bank
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1835 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Danielle D. writes: A bank where there's real live humans taking care of your money and willing to talk to you about it?  Gad zooks!  Did I take the wrong exit?  Is this Pleasantville?
My divorce attorney recommended this bank years ago.  It was the only nice thing he's…

Espresso by Design
Neighborhood: Georgetown

511 S Mead St
Seattle, WA 98108

Betsy K. writes: Todd and Molly are AWESOME!!! I used to come here all the time when I worked in Georgetown (I changed jobs about 4 years ago, just to give you an idea). I now make it here every 2-6 months(?) give or take and still to this day, Todd remembers my…

Underdawg Records
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

532 Queen Anne Avenue N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Peter W. writes: There comes a time when you sell CDs or DVDs.  Be it double dipping of the DVD, things that remind you of your recent ex, finding out lapdances cost money, or you grew out of a band.  Well, Underdawg pays the best in the city.

They also have a great…

McMenamins Queen Anne
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

200 Roy St
Seattle, WA 98109

Riss J. writes: This was stop two on the Sunday of yelping in store for me ...

After a quick cup of coffee, and finding out Peso's had been 86'd as a destination, Jon, Delilah and I walked our way here.

The tots were smokin', literally, when served up hot. The sweet…

Video Isle
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

2213 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Kelly S. writes: Two weeks ago I was in a funk because I apparently didn't get enough Almodovar during Viva Pedro! at the Harvard Exit, and the selections of said director at Lower Queen Anne Blockbuster were miserably lacking.  I trotted up to Video Isle & went home…

Queen Anne Mail & Dispatch
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

2212 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

John L. writes: While I've never shopped here because I don't wear women's clothing...

The Queen Anne Mail & Dispatch does ACCEPT STYROFOAM PEANUT donations! They'll even recycle the cardboard packaging you bring it in.

So if you get a package that is filled with…

Bloedel Reserve

7571 NE Dolphin Dr
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Tim O. writes: This place is a hidden gem on Bainbridge Island. Open Wed-Sun 10am-4pm & you have to make reservations to get in (not difficult). The best part about the reservations system is they can limit the amount of people at the reserve at any time, so no…

Shima Sushi

112 Madison Ave N
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Breanne D. writes: Shima is one of the best options for food on the island. The nigiri is cut well (my favorite!), traditional menu. They offer alot of organic, local, fresh ingredients. I enjoy the customer service, friendly ladies! There's also good vegetarian…

Smith
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

332 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112

scott k. writes: I walked in yesterday to meet some friends at Linda Derschang's new hot-spot with the weird name... "Smith".

It was a wide open room with some open air seating and a nice friendly vibe, which is the one of the commonalities between all of her…

Madison Park Bakery
Neighborhood: Madison Park

4214 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98112

Mitzie H. writes: I use to consider Madison Park Bakeries cheese rolls my yum yum rolls because they were so yummy, five stars all the way.  Than I was watching a Dateline NBC episode where Chris Hansen was exposing a child sexual slavery ring and the term yum yum was…

Saint Germain

2811 A E Madison
Seattle, WA 98112

Kaitlyn M. writes: A delightful little french restaurant in Madison Park. The dining room is tiny, but it gives the place a nice, intimate feel.

Definitely a lunch time destination. The sandwiches were amazing, and the prices, completely reasonable for the quality of…

St. Germain

2811 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98112

Tim O. writes: Cute little French cafe in Madison Valley. Very friendly owner and staff. Amazing wine - French Pinot for $7!

However, this quote from the night sums it up - "It seems like a lunch place that's open for dinner". Pretty much it - salads and sandwiches…

Madison Park Cafe
Neighborhood: Madison Park

1807 42nd Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112

Mitzie H. writes: I've only ever been here for brunch but it's so good I continue to come back again and again.  My most recent visit I was by myself, seated in a cute little table back in the corner away from everyone, which I loved.  I read my book, drank my mimosa…