It’s a farmer’s market, locavore and seafood culture. The acts of growing, preparing and eating all elevated to near art form status without being pretentious to the point of excluding the everyday Seattleite. Home to critically acclaimed chefs including Jason Stratton of Spinasse, Ethan Stowell of Staple & Fancy, Maria Hines of Tilth, and Tom Douglas of Lola, Seattle has a reputation for being serious about food. Just step outside and take a look around. Even in town it’s difficult not to stumble upon natural settings for outdoor activity such as Green Lake, Discovery Park, Alki Beach, Seward Park and the Burke-Gilman Trail. Surrounded by 13 national parks in the State of Washington including the Mount Rainier, North Cascade, Olympic, San Juan Island, and Lewis and Clark National Parks, Seattle is home to a general population of rock-climbing, mountain-hiking, bike-riding, snowboarding, all-season-camping eco-conscious nature enthusiasts (and not coincidentally the birthplace of the national retail sporting good and outdoor recreation gear corporation, REI.) Whether it’s beaches, glaciers, waterfalls or rainforest you’re after, you can find it here. There cannot be too many places to stop and grab a cup. Most people have their favorite shop, their local shop, their on-the-way-to-wherever shop and the interesting thing to note is that there’s no saturating this market. The city’s thriving coffee shop scene is also fortified by a dizzying array of independent local artisanal espresso roasters and cafes. Founded in 1971, Starbucks was followed in the region by (most notably) Seattle’s Best, Tully’s, Top Pot, Cherry Street, Peet’s, Caffe Ladro, Victrola and Espresso Vivace. Seattle ’s reputation for being a city fueled by coffee, and lots of it, may have something to do with a little company called Starbucks. You simply haven’t seen Seattle until you’ve seen it from the water. Seattle’s rainy reputation aside, with ship canals, locks, marinas, islands, bays, lakes, rivers and creeks dotting the landscape in every direction, much of this major seaport’s identity (Mariners & Seahawks anyone?) is tied up in fishing, sailing, scuba diving, kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, and commuting by ferry. Founded on the harbor of Elliott Bay and reaching only 450 feet above sea level, Seattle’s collection of neighborhoods is located between Puget Sound to the west and Lake Washington to the east. The Pacific Northwest ’s largest city is surrounded by water and boasts a historic seafaring culture. Hot Tips: Many Seattle bars and restaurants also offer a late night happy hour sessions (typically from 9 pm on), featuring specials on food as well as drinks.įive of Seattle's most unique features and characteristics. Downtown, you'll find more traditional steakhouses, while nearby Belltown has everything from sushi establishments to chic pubs with a focus on tasty, locally-sourced dishes.Ĭaution: When visiting wildly popular restaurants like The Walrus and the Carpenter (a Ballard oyster bar), carve out a few extra hours to wander around or grab cocktails at a nearby bar after you put your name on the waiting list. Head to downtown's waterfront for some of the city's finest seafood (many restaurants offer outdoor seating options), the International District for authentic ethnic dishes featuring flavorful genres from Chinese to Cambodian, Fremont for its plethora of Thai eateries and small-plate gems or Queen Anne for some of Seattleites' go-to favorites.
Although Seattle's hottest dining zones include Capitol Hill and Ballard (think choices from upscale French to down-home BBQ), fantastic options can be found in nearly every neighborhood.
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