Cafe Metropolitain
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1701 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102

Maia. J. writes: The decor in one area is a total replica of a Vegas hotel eatery where they try and make you feel like you're sitting outdoors at some quaint Parisian cafe with the painted outdoor wall mural and fake trees. I like it though. Another area feels like…

Glo's
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1621 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102

Janeane S. writes: The best breakfast in town!  Eggs benedict to die for, but my personal favorite is their version of Huevos Rancheros.  Three eggs overeasy served on a crispy corn tortilla, black bean chili, salsa, avocado, sour cream, and cheese.  It's fucking…

Hour Eyes Optical
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

124 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Lydia P. writes: I've been coming here for a few years now and it's always been a great experience.  My first meeting with Warren "The Frame Master" consisted of me picking up what I thought was a potential pair of frames, and him barking from across the room:  "Put…

Louisa's Bakery & Cafe
Neighborhood: Eastlake

2379 Eastlake Avenue E.
Seattle, WA 98102

Rachel S. writes: Louisa's food is like something you're served at your friend's house--sometimes good, sometimes mediocre, but always completely genuine. (The baked goods are consistently wonderful, but I happen to be more interested in soup and soupy things than…

The Flower Lady
Neighborhood: Eastlake

3230 Eastlake Ave E
Suite C
Seattle, WA 98102

Joel H. writes: You're not going to get a bunch of $9.99 Safeway roses at the Flower Lady, but why would you want to? (And if you're shopping for flowers at Safeway let me virtually bop you on the head.)

Every time I have gone into the Flower Lady for a bunch of…

The Broadway Grill
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

314 Broadway East
Seattle, WA 98102

Diana L. writes: Did you know that when you run 13 plus miles before 10 am, you can eat whatever the fuck you want? Yeah - you can. It will be metabolized before it hits the back of your throat - no matter what it is.

Choosing the first meal can be a challenge,…

Pho Cyclo Cafe
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

406 Broadway E.
Seattle, WA 98102

Diana L. writes: It's no secret that I love to bitch. This might explain my Yelp addiction - an open platform on which I am able to whine and complain and where people actually send me little notes telling me I'm HOT STUFF for it. Sweet.

It's also why I continue to…

Cafe Septieme
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

214 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Janeane S. writes: The dishes at Cafe Septieme here are hit or miss. The winners:  (1) the sauted calamari is amazing and for that alone, I'll keep coming back (second only to the calamari at Zig Zag); and (2) the Spaghetti Carbonara is also quite tasty, but definitely…

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…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

301 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Michelle B. writes: This WAMU has placed a huge scale right next to their vault!

I've asked what it is used for a few times and no one knows why it's there, but since people seem to like it they keep it...it's just one of those things that has always been there.

If I…

Rain Modern Infusion Cuisine
Neighborhood: Wallingford

2208 N 45th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Ben S. writes: I can't say that I'm an expert on sushi in any way.  My usual experiences involve rotating conveyor belts and loads of k-rab.  However, I feel like I've gotten around enough to safely say that the sushi at rain is a thing of beauty.

The service was…

Hiroshi's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Eastlake

2501 Eastlake Avenue E.
Seattle, WA 98102

Lydia P. writes: You can't really go wrong with the Katsu Don.  To start, you get a bowl of miso soup..  then, the Katsu Don: breaded pork cutlet on a bed of rice and fried onions with "special broth".  And to top it all off:  an egg.... not fried...  I think they…

Metro Clothing Company
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

231 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Joolie T. writes: where can you go to get your "goth" on? no... no.... not Hot Topic. i'm talking about real "goth-club" gear. Metro has everything from go-go boots, feather boas, makeup, wigs, body jewelry, clothing, and accessories.

i used to live in Metro. i went…

Coco La Ti Da
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

806 E Roy Street
Seattle, WA 98102

Michelle B. writes: Well La Ti Da!

I was bummed when Fork closed down and I never expected that something equally as exciting would be moving into the Loveless building. Coco La Ti Da by local pastry chef (you know you've seen her name in print) Sue McCown has taken over…

Lake Union Cafe
Neighborhood: Eastlake

3119 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Julie F. writes: We had both our ceremony and reception at the LUC. Choosing the LUC was BY FAR our best decision as far as actual wedding items go (and I think we made a lot of good ones.) Dann and Victoria are incredibly helpful and always available. They are calm…

Massage Envy
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

401 Broadway E, Suite 204
Seattle, WA 98102

pacie f. writes: Just had a massage with Joesph, and oh my god his hands are amazing. I've had professional massages before and he's one of the best.

And holy crap, 39 dollars for the first hour long massage? how awesome. Great location. And here's the solution to the…

Cowri International Ethnic Gifts
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

215 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Christy G. writes: Strolling down Broadway on this day of record-setting heat, I was idly window-shopping  when the friendly, funky, painted COWRI sign reached out to me through the afternoon haze. . . . . .

I couldn't resist going into this store when I saw that name!…

Washington State Employees Credit Union
Neighborhood: Eastlake

1500 Fairview Ave E Ste 100
Seattle, WA 98102

Sean M. writes: Good rates, helpful staff. The only problem is that there are so few branches. This is one of the easier to get to. Its in a large building with lots of light. Staff is friendly. Accounts can be accessed via phone and web as well so its really only a…

Help Computr
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1052 E Thomas St
Seattle, WA 98102

Devin G. writes: Help Computr is by far the best tech support I have ever had experience with.  Help Computer is a guy named Jeff who actually comes to your house (on his Help Computr Scooter!) instead of having to disconnect and lug your computer to him.  He has…

Broadway Farmer's Market
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

Broadway and East Thomas
Bank of America parking lot
Seattle, WA 98102

Sheila Y. writes: K....two stands....the Mushroom Lady...yea...she has no real signs, but I have bought some of the strangest and most amazing shrooms from her.  You can tell she is legit by looking at her hands cuz girlfriend is definitely out there foraging for…

Caffeine Cafe
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1809 Minor Ave
#101
Seattle, WA 98102

Michelle B. writes: They named their restaurant Caffeine Cafe. These are my people. They understand.

Plus, they serve something called a Caffeine Bomb which is ridiculousness in a cup. Something like 6 shots of espresso mixed into some chai. Damn. That's a caffeine bomb…

Code Pink Seattle
Neighborhood: Belltown

1st and 3rd Thursdays
Council House, Capitol Hill
Seattle, WA 98102

Rick L. writes: Awesome, been hearing a few things about this group on the net. Very cool group ethic, and I hope I continue to hear more as the war continues to need protesters like them!

Full Circle Farm

PO Box 608
Carnation, WA 98014

Chloe H. writes: I've been a member of FCF for a few months now, and I think that it is genius.  
See, I got all fired up about joining a CSA some time in February, but after doing a bit of research, I realized that many traditional CSAs have prescribed times that…

Bandoleone
Neighborhood: Fremont

703 N. 34th Street
Seattle, WA 98103

Steve S. writes: decent rum selection, and pretty good grub during happy hour.  you should try the broccoli.  seriously.  its even better than the pork tacos

Dreamstrands Comics & Such
Neighborhood: Greenwood

115 N 85th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Tyler H. writes: Probably the biggest problem with this comic shop is its name. I mean, I've been collecting comics for about 20 years now, and even I can't say the store's name out-loud because it makes me embarrassed to say that I shop at a place called…

Teriyaki Bistro

6100 E Lk Sammamish Pkwy SE
Issaquah, WA 98029

Sam H. writes: Pretty Good. After years of looking at this place, I tried it the other day when I went on a protein bender after eating excessive amounts of snow and being mocked for hours. It was great.

I love the black boxes the to go orders come in. Also, they…

Emerald Thai II

27227 Pacific Hwy S
Kent, WA 98032

John c. writes: Call the fire department, because there is a 5 alarm fire at Emerald II!!  I ordered their Larb and asked for 3 stars (they have a 5 star rating for spicyness, 1 being mildest, 5 being insane), what I received was one of the best Larb salads I have…

Wingdome

232 Central Way
Kirkland, WA 98033

Adrienne H. writes: Chain, shmain.
I love this place!!!!!
I can't stand the metal plates they serve the wings on, but what do you expect from a roll-up-yer-sleeves, get down and dirty with the wing sauce, wing hut?!

I love the service, the attitude of the staff is stellar.…

Acropolis Pizza & Pasta

500 Central Way
Kirkland, WA 98033

Andrew E. writes: Stop reading this right now. You don't want to go to this restaurant. It's salty, fatty, mayo covered, nitrate filled, and oh so orgasmically good. It's where you go when you want to feel bad about yourself. When you want a lunch bigger than your…

Bailey's Shoe Repair

8429 122nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98033

mel r. writes: they were fast, one day turn around time. fairly cheap, around $8 for my heel repair. They didn't try to engage me in conversation, the kid just quietly handed me my shoes a week after the intended pick up, without my ticket.  Hey, to me, sometimes…

Half Price Books

19500 Highway 99
Lynnwood, WA 98036

Sean M. writes: I love book stores. I can get lost in a book store and blow half my day before I even realize I've done it. But I'm not a huge fan of Half Price Books. They were OK when they just sold new books, but now that they have moved into the used book market…

New Life Fitness & Spa

17420 Hwy 99
Lynnwood, WA 98037

Janeane S. writes: So I finally caved in and went to get a full on Korean body scrub.  I'd always been reluctant to go prance around completely naked in front of a bunch of strangers, but I overcame my modesty and went with my mom and sister.  It's kind of weird…

Costco Home

11831 120th Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034

Michelle B. writes: If you are sad that Levitz is going out of business then this might be the place for you.

They have HUGE bedroom sets that are so heavy that you should probably check your homes structural integrity before you move them into a second floor bedroom.…

Karen J. Hamilton MD

12303 NE 130th Ln
Ste 500
Kirkland, WA 98034

Julia Z. writes: You never want to meet a doctor this way, in the ER, because of bad news. I'd started to have a miscarriage Christmas Day, and over the week, we learned enough information about what was happening to me to make a D & C procedure necessary, always…

Lynnwood Ice Center

19803 68th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036

Joolie T. writes: i wish i could see what it looks like now. since the new rennovations and all. i used to hang out here when i first moved to Seattle. great ice rink, great environment, great service.... however, it was always so hard to find. because of the big…

Bumblebee Moving

Lynnwood, WA 98036

Joel H. writes: After our debacle with Action Moving, for this move we wanted to try a different company. Sure, this move was from 75th and Brooklyn to 72nd and 12th :-) but we didn't want any of the nasty surprises with the bill at the end...or slow movers.

I was…

Shane Co

18833 28th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036

Carrie H. writes: I did not purchase anything here, but when my brother asked my help to pick out an engagement ring for his then GF, I gave a resounding "Hell yes!"

I had gotten my engagement and wedding band from a mall jeweler because we found what we liked and…

Reclinerland

3000 196th St SW
Lynnwood, WA 98036

Jen G. writes: After an exhaustive search of the Seattle/Bellevue/Lynnwood area for a new couch and loveseat combo, we wearily wandered into Reclinerland, thinking that perhaps, we might find a set that didn't recline. Stranger things have happened.

"Hello, welcome…

Black Pearl Teahouse

The Village at Alderwood Mall
3000 184th St SW, Ste 946
Lynnwood, WA 98037

Matt P. writes: I really wasn't expecting much at all when I walked into this teahouse as it just appeared to be another shop in Alderwood Mall.  My friend was searching for some bubble tea so I tagged along.  The owner happened to be in the store when we walked in…

Pal-DO World

17424 Highway 99
Lynnwood, WA 98037

D.J. Y. writes: Welcome to the world of Asian delights!  Okay, so mostly Korean delights, but heck we were able to find several Japanese items here, the kiddos luved the selection of weird/exotic sweets and savory crackers.

I got somewhat lost in the mix of Korean…