The Original Pancake House
Neighborhood: Ballard

8037 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117

Lydia P. writes: Ooohh...  I don't feel so good now.

I wonder if the servers here often walk away laughing to themselves after taking a first time visitors order for a full portion of pancakes.  What the hell was I thinking?  I didn't even ask how big a full sized…

Greenwood Market
Neighborhood: Greenwood

8500 3rd Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117

Michelle B. writes: They are currently selling 50 gallon rain barrels at Greenwood Market. If you are wondering why one would want a 50 gallon rain barrel, you are most likely not the type that likes shopping at Greenwood Market. Or are you...

If you head to the back of…

Value Village
Neighborhood: Ballard

8700 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117

Faith G. writes: It smells like feet in here.  Why is the cashier wearing gloves?  Because hands shouldn't smell like feet.  For that matter, neither should a clock or a vase or a lamp or a mug or a book or a record or a globe...but I buy it anyway.

Dick's Drive In
Neighborhood: Ballard

9208 Holman Road North West
Seattle, WA 98117

Sean M. writes: I came here to buy burgers for the dog and fries for myself. Nothing out of the ordinary, just a cheap place to get the dog some burgers. While standing in line I noticed that there was a help wanted sign up and Dick's offered the following benefits…

Top Banana
Neighborhood: Ballard

6501 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117

Carrie H. writes: I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE Top Banana.

I mean LOVE.  I would buy Top Banana a big ol' diamond ring, take it out to Morton's, and fly off to a romantic trip to Italy if it were possible.  

The produce here is always cheaper than the grocery stores, and is…

QFC Quality Food Center
Neighborhood: Ballard

9999 Holman Road NW
Seattle, WA 98117

Erik T. writes: Like a tard I wrote an awesome review of QFC but I wrote it for the wrong location. No problem, I thought to myself, I'll just copy my previous review and then add it to Yelp! under the correct address and phone number. But then I found that the QFC…

Myrtle Edwards Park
Neighborhood: Belltown

3130 Alaskan Way W
Seattle, WA 98121

John C. writes: Apparently I am a barfly...at least that is what my last 5 reviews say about me....Anyhow Im not your 12-Step church type so I followed up with a place where I go to get "dry"...

The Myrtle Edwards Temple of Waterfront Magical Homelessness.

I moved to…

Assaggio Ristorante
Neighborhood: Belltown

2010 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Sarah M. writes: I did not expect to give this place five stars, but I was won over by its charm and gourmet delectability.

From start to finish Tiffany gave us warm and highly competent service. Our diet cokes remained full, our appetizer was steaming hot, our salad…

Black Bottle
Neighborhood: Belltown

2600 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Michelle B. writes: Generally when I go out to a dinner I have a strict "you must share your food with me" policy. It is a reciprocal policy. It requires a certain amount of discussion to take place before ordering to ensure the perfect combination of food is ordered…

Rendezvous
Neighborhood: Belltown

2322 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

mel r. writes: The place where the scene of the morbid hell in a hand basket death of my 20's wake took place.

After much searching for a private room, I settled upon their underground speakeasy, the Grotto. It was appealing as it was dark, roomy, plenty of seating,…

Roy's BBQ
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4903 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

michelle r. writes: "Smoke 'em if you got 'em," is their motto.  There are so many schools of thought out there on what real barbecue is, so I am not here to argue that point, nor to say which is the best.  To each his/her own I say.  Me?  I have an appreciation for all…

Geraldine's Counter
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4872 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Laura P. writes: I'll have a side of breakfast with my sweet potato fries, please.

And some pineapple coffee cake, thanks.

PCC Natural Markets
Neighborhood: Seward Park

5041 Wilson Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Diana L. writes: With my office mere steps from the latest Whole Foods installation, you would think that I would just jump across the street and do all my shopping before running to pick up the mini hero from day care right?  Wrong.   Why do that when I have the…

Columbia City Ale House
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4914 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Mary T. writes: First, I'll say that the Ale House had last call much earlier than I expected (they're only open until midnight) but maybe that's because I'm new to town. Didn't matter; we weren't there to tie one on. We came over after the 7 pm showing of Pirates,…

The New Face of Dentistry
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

200 W Mercer St
Ste 205
Seattle, WA 98119

Craig H. writes: Dr. Ryan has just opened his new, state-of-the-art dental office (if you can even conceive of such a thing) in Lower Queen Anne, and it's worth a visit for the tour alone even if you don't make an appointment. They've reorganized the traditional…

Tup Tim Thai
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

118 W Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98119

Lydia P. writes: So delish!!!!  Chicken Panang I love you....  So tasty and rich with coconut milk (drooling).  This is how yummy it was:  I even ate the bell peppers (shock/horror)!!  Everyone else seemed quite enamored with all the other items (pineapple fried…

Stell's Burgers & More
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

3310 3rd Ave W
Seattle, WA 98119

Laura L. writes: This is fast food, but it's fresh, family made, and packed with flavor. This place serves burgers and Greek-style gyros and salads. They make their own humice, Greek dressing, gyros meat, burgers, baklava, and I think they make their own pitas.

It's…

Macrina Bakery & Cafe
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

615 W McGraw St
Seattle, WA 98119

Sarah B. writes: Immensely better than its Belltown sister.  In a few different ways.

I made the hilltop climb to seek out this lovely bakery for a friendly meeting.  I have to admit I was skeptical considering the problems at the other location.  No such problem…

Circa
Neighborhood: West Seattle

2605 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Prema J. writes: This is one of my very favorite places in West Seattle. I always thought the food was totally fab, bordering gourmet. I was completely wowed by the service we got but maybe we connected to our server more than most. In fact one of the servers…

La Rustica
Neighborhood: West Seattle

4100 Beach Dr SW
Ste A
Seattle, WA 98116

Ramona R. writes: Did you ever date a total douche bag and then look back when it's over, once the shrapnel's settled and the dust clears, and then you see the reason for the whole sordid fiasco going down in the first place
???  Well, let me tell you that I HIGHLY…

Revolution Coffee & Art
Neighborhood: West Seattle

4217 Admiral Way SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Craig H. writes: One of those narrow storefronts right in the heart of Admiral Junction, easy to miss if you've never been there before even if you're looking for it. (Hint: it's in that row of shops between the flower shop/WaMu and the JackInTheBox, in front of the…

Spiro's Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood: West Seattle

3401 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Ian M. writes: I've been to Spiro's a handful of times, and each time, it satisfies.  It's not New York style pizza, but it's not trying to be, and that's just fine.  It's a little indulgent, and I know that maybe I'll regret it just a bit later, but that's okay,…

Lee's Asian Restaurant
Neighborhood: West Seattle

4510 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Andrew F. writes: I will be honest, I've never had anything but the General Tso.  Why would I want anything else?  When the General gives you an order, you have to obey.  Seriously, the best I have ever had, by a long shot.  It is hot and red and comes with crisp…

The Matador
Neighborhood: West Seattle

4546 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Maia. J. writes: Alright, I've been here about 152 times for happy hour and once for dinner since its West Seattle inception. They must be doing something right.  The late night happy hour is great too. Only hh comida specials though; no bebidas. The $6.00 house rita…

Azuma Sushi
Neighborhood: West Seattle

4533 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116

Mitzie H. writes: On Saturday afternoons when I'm craving sushi this is where I go.  It's always fresh and full of flavor.  Their Tropicana roll made spicy is delightful I can't get enough.  

Their bento meals are also very tasty I've never had a bad meal here.  A few…

Second Time Around Records
Neighborhood: University District

4209 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Ron M. writes: This store is half of the size it used to be, but they still carry a lot of stuff here.  It's a great place for used DVDs.  They have good prices and I like to take advantage of their happy hour sale from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Buy three and the fourth…

Sureshot
Neighborhood: University District

4505 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

JAYCE B. writes: Ah yes...

My coffee home away from home.
Every time I head through Seattle I try to stop by Sureshot. Come on, it is rad. The coffee is good (great depending on how long I've been drinking shitty coffee on the road). Grab a latte after driving all…

New Seattle Massage
Neighborhood: University District

4519 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Yvonne L. writes: I've been going to New Seattle Massage for, gosh, 6 years now?!?  How did that happen?  When my husband and I got engaged there was a ton of stress regarding the wedding and our different religions and families and argh...thinking about it again is…

Aladdin Gyro-Cery
Neighborhood: University District

4139 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Jessi M. writes: Mmm..gyros, yums.
I do love them. Really cheap Lunch/Dinner combos served with fries, soup or salad and a big ass sandwich.
I had the chicken Gyro today, Nice.
A step up from a stand because there's plenty of seating, but it's burr cold in there. I kept…

Stella's Trattoria
Neighborhood: University District

4500 9th Avenue N.E.
Seattle, WA 98105

Justin H. writes: Was just planning my trip (move back?) to Seattle and came across this.  Sad.  R.I.P.  Last time I stopped by it just looked like they were remodeling.  Forever in my late-night college eating memories you'll be Stella *throws rose while talking like…

Samir's Mediterranean Grill
Neighborhood: University District

1316 NE 43rd St
Seattle, WA 98105

calamity chang c. writes: I wish I were to have the pleasure of being the first.
I don't go out much to eat lunch anymore, but I have been here twice now and I think it is where I will be going everytime I have $4 to burn.

This used to be a sandwich shop, now it's the best…

Allegro Espresso Bar
Neighborhood: University District

4214 University Way NE
In Alley
Seattle, WA 98105

Michelle B. writes: Sure, it's the oldest coffee shop in Seattle, and it definitely has a coffee shop vibe going on - which isn't always the case for coffee shops, but....

Worst vanilla soy latte ever!

And, when I went to return the cup of bitterness for a simple cup of…

Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center
Neighborhood: Laurelhurst

4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Sean M. writes: Saved my son's life. Nuff said...

Jak's Grill
Neighborhood: Laurelhurst

3701 NE 45th St
Seattle, WA 98105

Lindi M. writes: Before I write a long and drawn out review, I'll save you some time and let you know the food was 5 stars, hands down! But, the service was about 3 stars.

I tried Jak's in West Seattle over a year ago and I was thrilled when I started seeing reviews…

Padi Indonesian Cuisine
Neighborhood: University District

5004 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Hanafi L. writes: This place could go 5 star, but I haven't eaten there enough yet to offer my cherished ultra rating. Meanwhile, I did share the whole deep-fried fish with a friend who wasn't familiar with Indonesian food at all. We sat and relished every bite and…

Dante's Inferno Dogs
Neighborhood: Ballard

Ballard
Seattle, WA 98107

Carrie H. writes: Hungry, perhaps a little drunk, and tired Carrie

+

One Dante's dog

=

A match made in heaven.

Dante's, I promise I won't touch the condiments, as long as you promise to be there for me when I need you most.

Epilogue Books
Neighborhood: Ballard

2001 NW Market Street
Seattle, WA 98107

terrell m. writes: Oh my. This store reminds me of college, when I used to go to random used books stores searching for bargains on text books. I guess I have a thing about spending my time looking for a good deal on a used book when I can pay a little extra for a new…

Zerene Salon
Neighborhood: Ballard

1540 NW 56th Street
Seattle, WA 98107

Amy W. writes: Ok, I think I found my salon. I don't want to jinx it, but after living here 12+ years and trying out probably the same number of places, I think I found a place I can come back to and be a regular customer. I went in for a cut and partial foil. I…

Floating Leaves Tea
Neighborhood: Ballard

2213 NW Market St
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98107

Serene C. writes: I am in love. With a store. It's a torrid affair; I dream of the warmth from the cups, the sounds of mah jong being played around me, the smell of loose tea leaves, and the sounds of laughter and joy from the patrons.

One cold and blistery afternoon…

Damsalfly
Neighborhood: Ballard

5346 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

stephy s. writes: In a nutshell, this store is totally affordable and totally cool. It's a boutiquey type of store, but as one reviewer pointed at, blessing the public with Target prices. I came in here on Sunday and lucky for my coat hunting self, they were having a…