Jones Barbeque
Neighborhood: Columbia City

3216 S Hudson St
Seattle, WA 98118

scott k. writes: Whenever I visit a shrine to the mighty rib, I'm usually underwhelmed by the surroundings. I've always reasoned that it's not about the furniture or decoration but about the rib. That's what make ribs so special. They actually override our other…

Andaluz
Neighborhood: Columbia City

4908 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

carrie L. B. writes: Two words: Gay Gum

Two more words: Magic T-Shirt (ask Karla to fix you up with one - tell her I sent you - she'll know what to do)

At a dinner party last week I noticed after my second fruity martini that save for the knickers, bra & Manolos, I was…

The Shanty Cafe
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

350 Elliott Ave W
Seattle, WA 98119

Derek P. writes: 5-stars for sure. Every single time I drive by this place I grin a little bit only because the beat-up appearance of the place screams "I defy change" as the surrounding buildings are torn down and redeveloped.

The first time I visited was back in…

Trader Joe's
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

112 W Galer St
Seattle, WA 98119

Michelle B. writes: Get ready to be jealous!!! The famous Megan "big ear" B. was my checker at this Trader Joe's. Yep, I was standing in line, playing on my blackberry and trying not to drop all of my cookies and frozen foods when I hear "Oh, you've chosen the wrong…

Hot Dog Joes
Neighborhood: Belltown

1st Ave & Blanchard St
Cart/stand. Friday & Sat nights ONLY.
Seattle, WA 98121

Joolie T. writes: 1.) cream cheese. polish spicy hot dog.
2.) 12 of your girlfriends fighting over a sausage...

i guess it's better than fighting over a MAN's sausage.

this sausage tastes better anyway. bwahahaha

Wax On Beauty Center
Neighborhood: Belltown

93 Wall St
Seattle, WA 98121

Andrea D. writes: So, Wax On is definitely not the worst kitty-grooming salon I have ever been to. But there's something about getting the ladybits depillatoried that involves so much nuance and linguistic gymnastics (to say nothing of ACTUAL gymnastics involved once…

Umi Sake House
Neighborhood: Belltown

2230 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: Great Happy Hour venue for a group of people.

Our server was efficient and kept us on track: meaning she didn;t roll her eyes at our half drunk asses as we ummmed and awwed over which sushi roll to order. We deserved a good eye rolling, but she was a…

Tula's
Neighborhood: Belltown

2214 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Kunney T. writes: I love amateurs because you never know what to expect from them, so you'll never be disappointed.

Monday nights are amateur nights and I gotta say this is a nice cheap date place.  Have a couple cocktails, try some of their decent but nothing to…

Shiro's
Neighborhood: Belltown

2401 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Marissa S. writes: Holy expensive sushi Batman!
I am a fan. My mother learned to eat sushi from Shiro about 30 years ago, and so he always has a place in my heart. But it IS expensive for what it is. I went here on a date the other night, and our service was amazing.…

Victoria Clipper

2701 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98121

patrick g. writes: When I got married, I spent the entire day drinking champagne and my only food was wedding cake.  Maybe some finger food, but mostly just a mass quantity of champagne.  Wasted beyond belief?  Check.

Somehow we made it home for a couple hours of rest,…

Dahlia Lounge
Neighborhood: Belltown

2001 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Tyler H. writes: Oh, Tom Douglas, how I want to hate you. With your grizzly bear build and unruly crop of hair, you're the Dale Chihuly of the Seattle culinary world. And, lord knows I have an ax to grind with Chihuly ...ever since he sat in front of me in the…

Mom's Teriyaki
Neighborhood: Belltown

2230 3rd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Peter W. writes: Your mom's teeth are so yellow she spits butter.  Good thing thing this isn't her place.  With all the Teriyaki joints out there (which is more, teriyaki spots in Seattle, hot dog carts in New York City, or stripclubs in Portland?) you really have to…

The Edgewater Hotel
Neighborhood: Belltown

2411 Alaskan Way
Pier 67
Seattle, WA 98121

tony g. writes: The first thing that pops into my mind whenever I think about the Edgewater is that an obscure British pop band stayed here when they came to the States in the early 60's. Their name escapes me, but it doesn't matter because they were not that big of…

Mistral Restaurant
Neighborhood: Belltown

113 Blanchard St
Seattle, WA 98122

Andrew E. writes: Mistral has a special place in my heart as my first phenomenal Seattle meal. That was almost 5 years ago, and I have just finally returned (there are far too many places to try in this city). It was as good as I remember with creative dishes,…

Viceroy
Neighborhood: Belltown

2332 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121

Drue C. writes: Seattle yelpers are quite adaptable and some of the nicest people ever. Not only did they come to a happy hour for some crazy chick  from SF all but a few of them had never met before, they actually bought her numerous drinks, made her feel welcome…

People's Republic of Koffee
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1720 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122

Michelle B. writes: You've got a couch, you've got a chair, and you've got a coffee table. What more do you need comrade?

Teeny tiny little coffee shop, I think the outdoor seating at Vivace might be more plentiful. Nonetheless a cozy place to while away part of a sunny…

Musicwerks
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

612 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122

Laina B. writes: This is the place to go for all your industrial/gothic musical needs and wants. Small store but packed with tons of good stuff. AND-if they happen to not have the cd you're looking for, they'll try and order it for you. The staff is nice and…

R Place Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

619 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122

Riss J. writes: 1. Stop by before they start charging a cover and get stamped for later
2. Do not text people during the 400lb "Karen Carpenter"s performance during the drag show. Hot tranny mess will bitch slap you w/ her attitude.
3. The bathroom stall doors in the…

Rosebud Restaurant & Bar
Neighborhood: First Hill

719 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Douglas W. writes: That's right!  5 glorious stars!  

Holy Hasselhoff, why such a high opinion?  Because after a night of local theater, The Rosebud (aka: The Bud) takes care of you.

Whether specialty cocktails or standard mixes suit your fancy, the expert bartenders…

All the Best Pet Care
Neighborhood: Central District

2713 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98112

Serene C. writes: When I used to live in Madison Valley, this was my Mud Bay.

They've got the good pet foods, healthy snacks, fun toys, and a knowledgeable staff. If you have a high maintenance dog like me (he's old and prone to lots of weird things), it's a great…

Cafe Lago
Neighborhood: Montlake

2305 24th Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98112

Craig H. writes: I have a certain level of ambivalence about this place. On the one hand, the chairs are uncomfortable, the table too low, and the giant single room with the tile floor and bare walls make for an echoey, noisy place. On the other hand, their lasagna…

Oh! Chocolate
Neighborhood: Madison Park

3131 E. Madison Street
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98112

Michele C. writes: Dream this.  

Warm, genuine greeting from a third generation chocolatier.
Immaculately clean, inviting atmosphere
Free samples every time you venture in.  
Delectable chocolates to suit your every mood.  
Exquisite, hand-made jewels of perfection.
Hot,…

Sonic Boom Records
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

514 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112

Alyson L. writes: Going to Sonic Boom is a lesson in restraint for me. I got out of there with my wallet $20 bucks lighter and a Flight of the Conchords CD ($3.99? Suhweet!) and a Patton Oswalt DVD/CD set ($13.99 for both? Suhweet!) that came highly recommended by one…

Peet's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Green Lake

6850 E Greenlake Way N
Seattle, WA 98115

Ian S. writes: This may be the most high-performance Peet's Coffee in the Universe.

This place is always full of lake-goers and they want their coffee damn fast.

You might forget that you are in passive Seattle witnessing the carnage of under-caffeinated people here.

Beadworld

9520 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Trish R. writes: Beautiful, bountiful, brilliantly-bright blue, black, and brown beads beckoning both bourgeois and Bohemian.

Enough with the alliteration. If you want beads, Bead World has 'em. In abundance.

My bead story: I had to attend the dreaded baby shower…

Rosita's Mexican Grill
Neighborhood: Green Lake

7210 Woodlawn Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Tim O. writes: In the real world, Rosita's probably only deserves 4 stars.

However, in Seattle, and more importantly, Greenlake, it gets 5 delicious stars.

I heart their Veggie Chimichangas, their salsa, their house margs, their cold beer, their fresh dinner…

Wax On Beauty Spa
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

521 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112

Shera M. writes: Oh my aching vagina.  But it hurts so good.  

I have been to hell and back in search of the perfect Brazilian: perfectly executed, perfectly priced and perfectly maintained. After auditioning several salons around the city, I've settled Wax On (I go…

Maple Leaf Ace
Neighborhood: Maple Leaf

9000 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

patrick g. writes: This place makes me cry for joy inside.  It's full of everything you need.  I can wander the aisles forever, looking at canning jars, shelf lining, corks in a variety of sizes (???), planters, painting supplies, tools, ugly greeting cards, cooking…

East West Bookshop
Neighborhood: Roosevelt

6500 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Rachel B. writes: There is soooo much to look at! Good astrology books. Well, that is where I stopped for my hour at this store!

Maxines Pickity Patch
Neighborhood: Maple Leaf

8811 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Tiffany S. writes: They must have heard you Maria cuz I went there today and their card doesn't say Pickity Patch. Maybe it still says it on the outside. I was on a secret mission and have to say that although I only bought a kooky air freshener and ordered flowers, I…

Alexander's Bead Bazaar
Neighborhood: Roosevelt

6307 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Danika M. writes: I LOVE ALEXANDER'S!!!!  Amazing selection of semi-precious, glass, metal, and fine, tasty, expensive stuffs too!  Not only beads and beading supplies, they also sell trinkets from all over the world.  It's like a crazy little museum in here where you…

Cloud City Coffee
Neighborhood: Maple Leaf

8801 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

mamalicous M. writes: A lunch date introduced me to the cloud city coffee cafe this week.  He scored bonus points for his suggestion.  Imagine going to your favorite aunt's house and she spent all the time preparing your favorite foods for you to eat and you get the…

Ultra Dry Cleaning
Neighborhood: Green Lake

401 NE Ravenna Boulevard
Seattle, WA 98115

Tim O. writes: Very cool and friendly family that runs this. Very hard working.

Never had an issue with any stains. Price seems reasonable (this is the only place I use).

Concurred on the door alarm - loud as hell too.

Crepe Cafe & Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Ravenna

2118 NE 65th St
Seattle, WA 98115

Jeff G. writes: Years ago I stayed in a small hotel in the Latin Quarter in Paris. It was one of those Lets Go recommended places so it was a little odd to say the least. The owner was a very peculiar woman who, when she was there, never moved from her couch. But…