The Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle
Neighborhood: Downtown

411 University St
Seattle, WA 98101

Lee R. writes: We came to the Fairmont Hotel in Seattle on Friday night before we boarded a cruise to Alaska with a bunch of friends looking for a good time in nature. A couple of Yelpers from Seattle recommended it to me since it is located fairly close to where…

Theo Chocolate

3400 Phinney Ave
Seattle, WA 98103

Lainie L. writes: I have always really liked the name Theo.  Why?  I do not know. .. too many viewings of The Cosby Show?   I used to toy with the idea of naming my child Theodore so I could call him Theo.   But I did not really like the name Theodore and was worried…

Daily Dozen Doughnut Company
Neighborhood: Downtown

93 Pike Street
Pike Place Market
Seattle, WA 98101

Diana L. writes: January 1986

Me: Why are you wearing my skirt?
Scot: Why not?
Me: Fine, I'm wearing your tie then. And your coraframs.
Scot: Punk. Rock.
Me: More like Trans. Vestite., but OK. Your jungle boots really make that look.
Scot:  What'll we do now that we're all…

Hotel Monaco
Neighborhood: Downtown

1101 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Diana L. writes: 1997. Afghan Whigs after party. Bourbon. Lots of stripes. That's all I got.

Matt's In The Market
Neighborhood: Downtown

94 Pike St
Ste 32
Seattle, WA 98101

Mitzie H. writes: I have to agree with Michael O, this place was hyped like the second coming of Christ and it didn't live up to its hype for me.  I never made it to the old Matt's so I only know the new Matt's and well I kind of expected someone to walk on water…

Left Bank Books Collective
Neighborhood: Downtown

92 Pike St
Seattle, WA 98101

Serene C. writes: Some non-political readers may roll their eyes at the obvious nod to liberal thinkers in the name, but I promise there are other treasures to be found in this bookstore that keeps on giving.

Sex positive books, comic books, zines, cookbooks and…

Metsker Maps
Neighborhood: Downtown

1511 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Paul M. writes: Looking for gift-wrapping ideas?  Searching for a mesmerising map that will ease stomach pains whilst in the loo?  Do you want to see how your hometown looked like 149 years ago?  Then you've serendipitously wandered into the right place at Metsker…

Monorail Espresso
Neighborhood: Downtown

520 Pike St
Seattle, WA 98101

Betsey S. writes: Monorail Espresso is Seattle's original espresso cart.  As in very first!  In between when the Coliseum theater was a theater and when it became Banana Republic (booooo), Monorail was housed just inside the corner entrance on 5th and Pike (now it is…

Waterfall Garden
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square

219 2nd Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104

Mitzie H. writes: On my trek back to work from Salumi I walked past the Waterfall Garden.  It brought back memories.  

I used to come down here all the time when ever I needed to clear my head while at work or just wanted to get away for a while.  It was a nice,…

The Elliott Bay Book Company
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square

101 S Main St
Seattle, WA 98101

Betsey S. writes: One of Seattle's best places to spend all your money.  Did you know when you are on jury duty for the city court they give you %15 off at Elliott Bay Book Co and a two hour lunch every day?  

So yeah, Seattle has lots of rainy days.  That is why we…

The Crumpet Shop
Neighborhood: Downtown

1503 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Maia. J. writes: I had a delicious crumpet with salmon and cucumber. It proved a perfect savory and satisfying lunch. I washed it down with an iced chai and that was perfect too.

I also chatted with some lovely ladies from Anacortes at the table next to me. They were…

Pike Place Market
Neighborhood: Downtown

85 Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98101

Peter M. writes: This past week the family and I went from San Diego to Seattle by plane, train, and automobile winding up this past Saturday at the Pike Place Market in Seattle.  Now, after spending about 3 days traveling with an infant, in the car,  up the coast of…

Remedy Teas
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

345 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Lindi M. writes: I'm wild at heart. A rebel. In high school, spirit day required us to wear red. I wore blue. I never went to homecoming, even though I was voted to be on the homecoming court. I used to skip class to smoke cigarettes in my car. Follow the rules?…

Paseo
Neighborhood: Fremont

4225 Fremont Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103

Ron M. writes: I wonder why I even bothered writing this 227th review of Paseo.  The proverbial horse has been beaten.  Does it need any more tenderizing?  Sure!  

I won't rehash what has been said about this fine establishment.  It is all true.  Damn fine…

Mighty-O Donuts
Neighborhood: Wallingford

2110 N 55th St
Seattle, WA 98103

patrick g. writes: You don't really care what I think about these donuts and I don't blame you.  Who am I?  I'm nobody, that's who.  Just some random "person" on the internet, writing a bunch of bullsh*t.  To be quite honest, I don't give a flying f**k about what you…

Frye Art Museum
Neighborhood: First Hill

704 Terry Ave
Seattle, WA 98104

Mitzie H. writes: The Frye is free, yes people FREE meaning you can see art in Seattle and pay nothing, gratis, zilch, nada!

The Frye always has something interesting.  One rainy Sunday afternoon I headed up to the Frye while the R. Crumb's Underground exhibit was…

Babeland
Neighborhood: First Hill

707 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Kerrie L. writes: Because Ari C nicknamed me the "closet pervert" (http://www.yelp.com/bi...), I had to come out and write the ol' Babeland review.

When we went up to Seattle way back when, we were walking around Cap Hill when we spotted the store and walked…

Bulldog News
Neighborhood: University District

4208 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

scott k. writes: This place once saved my life.

Is there a better review?

IS THERE?

I was out with a bunch of strangers in my 20's drinking all night long and generally doing the types of things guys who dream about being a pick-pocket do. When I was invited back to one…

Archie McPhee
Neighborhood: Ballard

2428 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: Huh??
I don't get it.

Not being a fan of brightly colored plastic doo-daas, I don't get why this place is so beloved.

Although, I do have to say, there is a Yelp lady whom I adore that has this stuff all over her car, which I find charming.

I think the…

Sonic Boom Records
Neighborhood: Ballard

2209 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107

Katie S. writes: Yeah.. I already wrote up this fuggin' ROCK STAR of an institution via the Fremont Loc already.. but I can't help myself. Ballard, here I GOOOOooo-

10 stars (they didn't all fit) b/c:

*They will special order anything for you.
*Best selection of music…

Cafe Besalu
Neighborhood: Ballard

5909 24th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Tim O. writes: Me before Cafe Besalu entered my life:
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And afterwards:
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What you can't see in my second ASCII person is a gigantic smile with chocolate smeared on my teeth from my pain au chocolat. That's right, it's a croissant filled with chocolate.…

White Horse Trading Company
Neighborhood: Downtown

1908 Post Alley
Seattle, WA 98109

Scott N. writes: The White Horse feels like a surreal storage room in the basement of an elegant English hunting lodge. The torn vinyl sofas, the darkness, the beer barrel tables and the generous crust of Anglo-themed artifacts (saddles, golf clubs, books, Courier…

Seattle Center
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109

Michelle B. writes: I am giving thanks on Thanksgiving for a spot that is near and dear to my heart.

Thank you Seattle Center for providing me with the following things throughout the years:

1. A place to be pushed around in a stroller.
2. A bit of dirt to eat when no one…

KEXP 90.3 FM

113 Dexter Ave North
Seattle, WA 98109

Maria C. writes: I love Yelp. Because of Yelp I found KEXP, a new favorite radio station. I have the musical attention span of a two year old and have yet to be bored by their playlists. I love the eclectic diversity of genres and artists and it's so much easier to…

Washington Park Arboretum
Neighborhood: Madison Park

2300 Arboretum Drive East
2300 Arboretum Dr E
Seattle, WA 98112

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: My old collie dog Ferghal has the arthur-itis something fierce, which makes him slow and rather lethargic.

Since he is fortunate enough to have been adopted by me, the crazy dog lady, he gets weekly acupuncture and chiropractic treatments to soothe…

Chantanee Family Thai Restaurant

150 105th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Sean C. writes: The best Thai on the Eastside.

Location, location, location is the only thing that I think keeps them from being ridiculously busy all the time, but they are moving soon and I hope their new shinier digs don't corrupt their soul and destroy everything…

Central Market

15605 Main Street
Mill Creek, WA 98012

D.J. Y. writes: Awesome people, awesome selection, awesome fresh vegetables, seafood, and meat counter!!  Simply awesome...

Similar to CM in Shoreline, but it's placed next to the uber kewl Mill Creek Creekside Village!  Plus side, they are within walking distance to…

Ho Soon Yi Restaurant

23830 Highway 99
# 114
Edmonds, WA 98026

Joel H. writes: Back in Aus, not only did I have a ton of Korean friends, but the company I worked for was doing work for Samsung and LG in Korea. I had to go to Seoul for 4-5 weeks at a time, several times a year. I love Korean food, and got to sample it at all…

Bottega Italiana
Neighborhood: Downtown

1425 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Maia. J. writes: Pistachio and Amaretto; I think I'm in love. I also think I'm in the love with the guy at the register. I sat there eating my gelato for an hour (it did not take an hour to eat) *hint*.

PS Gelato is way better than ice cream, like WAY better.

UPDATE…

Le Panier Very French Bakery
Neighborhood: Downtown

1902 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101

melonbar .. writes: On my first trip to Seattle, my traveling companions and I came across this bakery as we were driving down Pike Place.  After Adrian backed into a parking spot on an insanely steep hill, we wandered our way into Le Panier.  We could smell the bakery…

Piroshky Piroshky
Neighborhood: Downtown

1908 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101

Matt R. writes: Food Limerick Time!

There once was a man who was famished
He wanted something more than a sandwich
He ate a piroshky
From Piroshky Piroshky*
And his hunger completely vanished

*Tell me something that rhymes with piroshky and I will personally give you $3…

Trophy Cupcakes & Party
Neighborhood: Wallingford

1815 N 45th St
Suite 209
Seattle, WA 98103

Kate M. writes: In my fantasy world, (the one where I am a lion-headed dolphin with wings and I rule the land) I get a birthday cake sized peanut butter and chocolate cupcake from Trophy delivered to my mansion every week.  Complete with the mountain of peanut…

Bizzarro Italian Cafe
Neighborhood: Wallingford

1307 N 46th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Tiffany D. writes: I applaud most establishments that frown on the use of cell phones within their confines.  I'm usually one of those people that will look towards your table, with a frown,  when I hear your phone ringtone cut through the ambiance or  when your phone…

Musashi's
Neighborhood: Wallingford

1400 N 45th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Lydia P. writes: I love this place.  Back when I lived in Ballard, my roommate and I would go here at least twice a week in the summer months.

Last night was the first time back since moving to Capitol Hill, and it's just as I remembered...  tightly wedged with loyal…

Bottleworks
Neighborhood: Wallingford

1710 N 45th St Ste 3
Seattle, WA 98103

Katie S. writes: They carry Magner's in 6 packs and one liter bottles.

Score!

Top Ten Toys
Neighborhood: Greenwood

104 N 85th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Michelle B. writes: Home of the Top Ten:

Ant Farms!
Slinkies!
Bryer Horses!
Erector Sets!
Pop-Up Books!
Wooden dolls that look like they are committing suicide!
Recorders!
Puppets!
Train Sets!
Leggos!

Everything in this toy store is fantastic! Not many things flash, make noise,…

Maneki Restaurant
Neighborhood: International District

304 6th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104

Ian S. writes: Yeah yeah.  It's another 5 star Maneki review.

We had a tatami room here last night for my first visit.  When I saw the menu my eyes got big and I ordered a lot of things I haven't eaten in years.

I didn't get any flack for being a white boy ordering…

Uwajimaya
Neighborhood: International District

600 5th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104

patrick g. writes: It's almost lunch time.  My society-corrupting, disruptive, can' t-color-in-the-li nes or follow the rules homosexual coworker (also known as "hey can I get a ride") asks me what I'm doing for lunch today.  

Me: "I brought something."  

Him: "What am I…

Scarecrow Video
Neighborhood: University District

5030 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Danika M. writes: The best selection in town.  The worst late fees.  I haven't rented here under my own name since 1999.  I have a pending $60 late fee that I don't feel like paying ever.  I brought the damn movies (2 of 'em) back four days late (couldn't find 'em..)…

Taste of India
Neighborhood: University District

5517 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Katie S. writes: Indian food doesn't love me, but fortunately for Indian food, I love it!

Now, I don't go out to many Indian restaurants simply because there's something in the food that does not usually agree with the KTrain. It's not the spici-ness factor that gets…