Indian Sweets & Spices

18002 15th Avenue N.E.
Suite C
Seattle, WA 98155

Robyn H. writes: Tiny. Nice people. Not a large selection of food stuffs, I can find more at the Souk in Pike Place Market but this place is close to where I live and that trumps the Market.  All the basic spices are here for good East Indian meals and there's always…

Le Bistro

4120 Harborview Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Mac M. writes: Small town charm.

But you need a flow chart and a slide rule to figure out what their hours are.  That, and the fact that they seem to leave the open sign on when they are in fact closed.  And vice versa.

Their coffe is nothing special (Starbuck's) but…

Hines Public Market Coffee
Neighborhood: Eastlake

2243 Eastlake Avenue E.
Seattle, WA 98102

willamina c. writes: i miss you, hines public market coffee.
i remain so sad the relocation got killed by yuppie assholes.
and i'm still sad furthermore that your new location in vancouver is like never open.

but alas
only the good die sort-of young.

and the new coffee place…

Capitol Grocery

1535 14th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Brenna F. writes: This place has saved my butt a few times, so I'll toss it a couple stars.

Sit! Stay! Cafe
Neighborhood: Green Lake

308 NE 72nd St
Seattle, WA 98115

Robyn H. writes: Tiny little sandwich/soup/coffee shop next to The Grooming Spa for doggies.  They serve a passable cup of java and have a nice bench to sit and rest your tired dogs after you've been trotting around Greenlake. If your pooch managed to roll in the mud…

Emerald City Smoothie

512 Parkplace Ctr
Kirkland, WA 98033

Ebru Y. writes: Back when I used to work out at 24 Hour Fitness right next door, I would, few times a week, stop by Emerald City Smoothies to grab a smoothie. I have to say I never had a bad experience here. The staff was always very friendly and super fast. My…

Cookie Conspiracy the
Neighborhood: Ballard

415 NW 65th St
Seattle, WA 98117

Ian K. writes: What the hell is this place?! I have to walk by it every time I go to the Tin hat and it has fuggin' peaked my interest.

Look in the window and the place is trashed. It has obviously not been open for a while, whatever they did there, and to be frank…

Bagel Oasis
Neighborhood: Ravenna

2112 NE 65th St
Seattle, WA 98115

Dave B. writes: I feel obligated to update my review with the following:

1) Can someone name a place in Seattle with better bagels?  

2) Even some of the 1-star reviews concede that the bagels are good.  If a place specializes in selling bagels, and they're good, and…

Joelle's Espresso Cafe - Soups du Jour
Neighborhood: Downtown

1001 4th Ave
Lobby
Seattle, WA 98154

S. Alicia S. writes: It's a cute space in the lobby of a nice building with high ceilings.  So there is a certain amount of "awe" when looking up.  Why would you look up?

Because I didn't bring a periodical to read and didn't want to stare at people while I consumed my…

Uptown Espresso
Neighborhood: Belltown

1933 7th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Tim O. writes: For the size of this Uptown, it's quite oddly laid out.

Of course, what ARE you suppose to do with an icosidodecahedronically-s haped store front? Not much you can do, except sell good coffee and hope people find a nook and/or cranny to sink into.

LaLaLand Chocolates

10315 Silverdale Way NW
Silverdale, WA 98383

Stacey S. writes: I recently visited the LaLa Land Chocolates in the Kitsap Mall.  I met the owners of the original store in Port Gamble.  They informed me that the they moved to the Kitsap Mall and sold the rights of the tea room in January 2006.  I had high tea and…

Morningside Bread Co

707 Bay St
Port Orchard, WA 98366

marie b. writes: This bakery is reminescent of a simpler time with its small, quaint atmosphere and personalized service. I love to go in here and get a cookie or muffin while chatting with the counter lady. I found out they take special orders. Plus, the bread is…

Silverdale Market

9451 Silverdale Way NW
Silverdale, WA 98383

marie b. writes: I love going to this local grocery since I know I'm helping a smaller business with a community history. The prices are some items are more expensive than the larger grocery conglomerates, but I feel it's ok most of the time. I like the feeling of…

Cold Stone Creamery

100 Washington Ave
Bremerton, WA 98337

Brandon F. writes: The ice cream is better than average and its cool how you can essentially make your own Ben & Jerry style concoction by having them mix in whatever topping sounds good at the moment.

I think the best value is to get a "small" (p.s. it's not) and take…

Cold Stone Creamery

9601 Mickelberry Rd NW
Silverdale, WA 98383

marie b. writes: Nice location. Best ice cream I've tasted. Steep prices, though. It's nice for a treat. Free samples!

Fred Meyer Marketplace

550 Olympic Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98329

marie b. writes: This location is a newer one. It's big, clean, and very pleasing to shop in. Appearance wise, it's the best on the peninsula. It's easily accessible from Hwy 16, too. Nice.

Heads Up Brewery

9960 Silverdale Way NW
Silverdale, WA 98383

marie b. writes: Locally owned with strong community involvement. Nice. Great microbrews and hard  ciders (made onsite). You place order and they bottle there. Good deals on refills. Tremendous taste! Both the blackberry and peach hard ciders are the best I've ever…

Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse

19003 Front St NE
Poulsbo, WA 98370

willamina c. writes: i'll give you a hint: this place is run by the wife of the guy behind Monorail Espresso in the city.

Her handiwork and employees are just as good.

Sweetie's Candy
Neighborhood: Downtown

Pike Place Public MA
Seattle, WA 98101

Maria C. writes: Teeny, tiny candy shop on the lower level of the Market that's always packed, though I'm not sure why. Half their stock is gone on a busy weekend and it's run of the mill candy, even though I will always love looking at the swirly lollipops. It's…

South Park Pharmacy

1743 Village Ln SE
Port Orchard, WA 98366

kimmie y. writes: love it there! they have the most interesting things..from gag gifts to crystal trinkets to wicca like stuff. its your everything store and the staff is pretty friendly.

Madison's Ice Cream

1140 Bethel Avenue
Port Orchard, WA 98367

marie b. writes: Same owner and building as My Boys' Pizza. Hand dipped cones, shakes, and treats with the flavor of your choice are found here. I love their banana splits (when I'm not counting calories).

There's also salads, sandwiches, espresso, and gourmet…

Pilgrim's Natureway Nutrition Centers
Neighborhood: Lake City

Natureway
Seattle, WA 98125

Laural B. writes:

Farmer George

3870 Bethel Rd SE
Port Orchard, WA 98366

M J. writes: This is one of the greatest butcher shops I have ever been to.  We try and buy all of our meat from them as it has the best flavor and is of the best quality of anyplace I have ever found.

Their prices are slightly more than the larger supermarkets,…

Willow's Naturally

169 Winslow Way E
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

S. Alicia S. writes: I wanted to go the Healthy Living Expo.  It was from 10 am to 4pm.  I found out about it at 12:45pm.  Right after I ordered lunch at Fisherman's.  When I got to the Ferry, I just missed it.  

My plan was to rent a bike and get an hour of the Expo in.…

Bainbridge Bakers

PO Box 10860
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

Christine Y. writes: so..since I work next door I eat here pretty often!  There is definitly a great selection of yummy pastries and some good selctions for Breakfast and Lunch!  I don't like Quiche but they have the best Ham and Cheese Quiche there!  soo cheesy!!  And…

Mayuri Foods & Video

2560 152nd Ave NE Ste G
Redmond, WA 98052

Kristin S. writes: Have you ever wondered where to go to get your Bollywood fix? Look no further than Mayuri Video- hands down the best place to rent DVD's in Seattle (actually Bellevue). I am an avid Bollywood fan and before the great Mayuri discovery was buying all…

Moreton's Gourmet Cheese

403 Madison Avenue N
Suite 120
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

marie b. writes: High prices, to be expected on Bainbridge. Fancy place for wines, cheeses, meats, gifts, etc. In downtown area.

Small place with alot to see. Service is ok.

Starbucks Coffee Company

17641 Garden Way NE
Woodinville, WA 98072

Julia Z. writes: Smaller than many Starbucks outlets, there's not much special about this McDonald's of coffee. The usual melange of tchochkes is right across from the baristas, which breaks up the traffic flow in this unusually narrow space. The restrooms are clean,…

The Corner Cafe
Neighborhood: First Hill

1000 Madison St.
Seattle, WA 98127

John E. writes: Unexceptional, flavorless diner food that is a little expensive.  They do have some interesting looking omelettes.  Spicy "Jo-Jo" fries are not even a one on my meter.

Good light; looks out on the Sorrento Hotel.

My quest for decent First Hill food…

Best Piroshki Russian Bakery Cafe
Neighborhood: University District

4311 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Candice R. writes: I love piroshki, so I decided to try them out. Its seems they are a healthy, authentic version rather than the greasy, fair stuff I'm used to. It's decent though. Lots of rice and veggie options, which is a plus, without the use of too much cheese.…

Albertson's Food & Drug

14019 NE Woodinville Duvll Rd
Woodinville, WA 98072

Julia Z. writes: This store is often a disappointment to me, as was their store at Eastgate. Their prices are high-end, but the stores are sort of old-school, a little cramped and dirty.

I shopped there today for their great sale... 5 12-packs of Coke products for…

Boba Express

15600 NE 8th St
Bellevue, WA 98008

Maria C. writes: I've been really curious about bubble tea. So curious, I made my daughter order one and tried hers before committing myself. It turns out I don't like tapioca. At all. The plain mango juice was very good and so was the smoothie. Just leave the…

Cold Stone Creamery

17848 Garden Way NE
Woodinville, WA 98072

Julia Z. writes: You know the drill.... overpriced ice cream served in heart-attack inducing portions with crazy mix-ins. If it's your thing, you'll love it. If not, well, don't bother... hunt for an independent (like Vivian's Pride just south of NE 124th St on…

Cosi

7545 166th Ave NE
Redmond, WA 98052

Sam H. writes: YUM! This place just opened in Redmond Town Center across from REI.  This is my new favorite place at RTC. I'm glad I didn't wait long to try it. I had a tandoori chicken sandwich with roasted red peppers. Delicious! My wife had a turkey and brie…

The Wellington
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4869 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Gabrielle G. writes: My first dining experience there was fantastic. As a starter, I had the chicken and sausage gumbo. It's $6 a cup, but it's the best gumbo I've had in Seattle so far. I also ordered the southern buttermilk fried chicken as my main course and loved…

Seattle's Best Coffee
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square

621 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98104

Sam H. writes: Nice little shop. The staff is very friendly and helpful, but the coffee just tastes bland to me. Also, I don't like the layout of this store. It's a long, narrow, cubby hole.

I used to think SBC was the bomb, but apparently my tastes have changed. I…

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe
Neighborhood: University District

4301 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

John H. writes: Don't come here if you're on a diet.  Or a budget, for that matter.

Pretty much everything here runs between $4 - $6, and caramel, fudge, and oreos are ubiquitous.

For just ice cream, I'd suggest heading up to Mix a couple blocks up the street.  This…

Tully's Coffee
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4400 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Will L. writes: So I walked out of my house today and there was this really odd thing happening. It was like... bright. And...warm. There were weird sounds coming from around the neighborhood, buzzing sounds, like a small engine that might power a mower, and the…

Safeway
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

516 1st Ave W
Seattle, WA 98119

Ian M. writes: I tend to avoid grocery stores.  Not because I'm afraid of large crowds(I lived through WTO when I worked on 5th and Union) nor do I dislike high shelves (at 6'3", everything is within reach of these monkey arms), but because I never got into the…