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 1. Broadway Locksmith Inc

918 E John St
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-4600

Category: Keys & Locksmiths

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  2/20/2010

Oh geez, I needed keys!

Although you can get keys at other nearby locations like QFC, the Broadway Locksmith is awesome! Why go to a chain when you can support a local shop? I walked in and was greeted by two friendly locksmiths. There was almost a…More »

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 2. 611 Supreme

611 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 328-0292

Categories: French, Creperies

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  Update - 6/15/2009

So.. here's another update. I gave 611 five stars and they STILL deserve it. I've been frequenting this place more and more in recent weeks and I have yet to have a bad experience there.

Of the 3-4 bartenders that have served me, only one was a…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/23/2009

    This place is busy on a Saturday night.. but it's crawling with attractive people (including the… Read more »

 3. The Cobra Lounge

1122 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98122

Categories: Music Venues, Hookah Bars

Neighbourhood: First Hill

5.0 star rating
  Update - 4/14/2010

So... I've come to the Cobra Lounge, AGAIN!

The owners and employees here are so kind that you can't help but want to hang out here all the time. On my first few visits I was learning about hookah and different tobaccos, so I went with some really…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/25/2010 First to Review

    So... when tons of new places open up in your hood, what sets them apart? What keeps you going back?… Read more »

 4. Pravda Events

1406 10th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 728-1177

Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Party & Event Planning, Party Supplies

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  3/28/2010

When planning events you're sometimes left to your own devices. It can be incredibly stressful and time consuming! I checked out Pravda via Yelp and contacted them about having a party for 250-300 people.

Not only were the employees here incredibly…More »

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 5. Dumpling Dojo - CLOSED

616 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102

Category: Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  6/28/2010

Who doesn't love a great dumpling?! I'm waiting (impatiently) for the Dumpling Dojo to find a new home.

In the meantime, I had an EXCELLENT meal there when they were open on Broadway.

I ordered the Crostini which was comprised of peperonata and edamame…More »

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 6. The Chapel of St. Ignatius

901 12th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 296-6000

Category: Churches

Neighbourhood: First Hill

5.0 star rating
  7/6/2010

I'm not the first person to say this... but this building takes my breath away. Although I have much more to learn about Steven Holl, and although I don't consider myself a terribly religious person, this "stone box with seven bottles of light" has…More »

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 7. Volunteer Park Water Tower

1247 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 684-4555

Category: Landmarks & Historical Buildings

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  4/20/2010

Talk about local flavor!

Not only is Volunteer Park one of my favorite spots to relax in the city, it's also a great spot to get some exercise. The water tower stands at the top of the park and if you've got the energy to climb the stairs to the top,…More »

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 8. 35th North

1100 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 320-1252

Categories: Sporting Goods, Shoe Stores

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  2/25/2010

Are you a sneaker pimp? Yeah - me neither! But my boyfriend is!

Yesterday we went on a quick shopping spree to find some new tennis shoes. To me all Adidas look alike. To him weird details like the color of the stripes, the color of the sole, and even…More »

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 9. Cupcake Royale

1111 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 328-6544

Categories: Bakeries, Desserts

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  2/27/2010

To. Die. For.

There - three words!

I don't think that will suffice though. For anyone out there looking for a great snack, a creative way to celebrate a birthday, wedding, anniversary - or if you're just a cake-lover, this is the place to go!

I've…More »

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 10. Captain Blacks

129 Belmont Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 327-9549

Categories: Southern, Bars, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  6/10/2009

I think this bar has a lot of potential! Whoever came up with the theme and found the location is really using their noggin...

Although it's located RIGHT next to The Stumbling Monk - it seats/holds 5x more customers and serves food. Very smart!

I…More »

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 11. Barista Boyz - CLOSED

1122 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98122

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: First Hill

4.0 star rating
  3/31/2010 First to Review

So... who would refuse a latte on the go from a topless man?! Ok, that sounds weird. But this is a drive up coffee stand!

I visited this recently opened shack on the Hill and got myself a much needed caffeine fix.

For those of you who are unfamiliar,…More »

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 12. Auto Battery

1009 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 322-2886

Category: Sports Bars

Neighbourhood: First Hill

4.0 star rating
  7/24/2010

Auto Battery is a cool little spot. I'm not a car buff but I love that this space was converted from a car shop to a bar/hang out. It looks exactly like what it is, a converted garage! Peg board lines the walls, Pennzoil signs and hyper industrial…More »

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 13. City Market

1722 Bellevue Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-1715

Category: Grocery

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  Update - 3/29/2011

You know what's awesome? When a business has crazy good hours and great customer service. Growing up in a household where both of my parents owned small independent businesses, I learned to love a good customer experience. In a world with Targets,…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/22/2011

    You know what's awesome? When a business has crazy good hours and great customer service. Growing up… Read more »

 14. Panache

225 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 726-3300

Categories: Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  3/15/2010

You can't beat a good deal and Panache is all about 'em!

I live right nearby and some days when I'm headed to the grocery store or the bank I can't help but get sucked through their doors. Who can resist the signs announcing that dresses, shoes,…More »

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 15. Glo's

1621 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 324-2577

Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  2/12/2010

Knowing that Glo's is famous for their long lines I set aside plenty of time to sit and wait for a tasty brunch on a week day. The service was a little slower than I expected but the food was exactly what I wanted. Large portions, perfectly golden…More »

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 16. C H Cleaners & Alteration

1611 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 324-9911

Category: Dry Cleaning & Laundry

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  3/1/2010

Do you own a pair of jeans that are getting a little worn down? It always happens in the same spots. The knees, the cuffs, and the back pockets!

I have a favorite pair of jeans that are in great condition. Except for one spot... the BUTT! For some…More »

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 17. Po Dog Hot Dogs

1009 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 325-6055

Category: Hot Dogs

Neighbourhood: First Hill

4.0 star rating
  1/2/2010

Ok... I'm stuck between 4 and 5 stars.

Here's the deal. People are talking about this spot. It's either, "they're so amazing!" or, "they're so expensive!"

I had to check it out for myself and well, it's true. These are some amazing yet expensive hot…More »

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 18. Still Liquor

1524 Minor Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 467-4075

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  1/29/2010

This spot has some serious potential. With lots of the bars on the Hill bleeding into the same scenes, The Still seems to stand out on it's own. I loved the clean, modern decor and open spaces. The furniture was heavy, the floors are concrete, the…More »

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 19. The Lobby Bar

916 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 328-6703

Category: Gay Bars

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  1/16/2010

What a lovely bar! I went last night with a large group of friends and on a Friday at 12am I never expected to land a huge booth. The Lobby Bar has TONS of space. Barstools, standing room, small tables, large tables, and booths. The one I managed to…More »

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 20. Cafe Septieme - CLOSED

214 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 860-8858

Category: Restaurants

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  6/5/2009

Cafe Septieme is in a great location and sits across from, next to, and nearby a TON of other restaurants. It's a great spot in the summer because of outdoor seating. In the winter it's also nice because it's cozy inside and there are lot s of…More »

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 21. Café Presse

1117 12th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-7674

Categories: French, Coffee & Tea, Bars

Neighbourhood: First Hill

4.0 star rating
  10/27/2009

After having gotten back from France recently I've somehow started to believe I can sniff out authentic French Cuisine. Whether that's true or not isn't too important but Cafe Presse surely convinced me they know how to cook some tasty French food!

I…More »

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 22. Dick's Last Resort

345 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 231-9100

Categories: Dive Bars, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhoods: Gaslamp, East Village

3.0 star rating
  2/7/2009

I've been to the Dick's in downtown Boston so I thought I'd give the one in San Diego a try as well..

It was the same deal - the funny paper hats with mean stuff written on them, waiters being "rude" and throwing napkins at you and shouting at you,…More »

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 23. Unicorn

1118 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 325-6492

Categories: American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  2/9/2010

I love the unique decor of this place. Beyond that though it doesn't really offer anything else that sets it apart from the likes of Cha Cha and Linda's.

Drinks are cheap, the crowd is hip, and sometimes there's a line out the door. After looking up…More »

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 24. Everyday Music

1520 10th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 568-3321

Categories: Music & DVDs, Vinyl Records

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  9/9/2009

Back in college I spent entirely too much money on DVDs. Just like in high school when I spent too much money on VHS tapes. Sigh. Won't we ever learn!?

Everyday music moved last year. It's 2 blocks less convenient from before but it's still the only…More »

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 25. DeLuxe Bar & Grill

625 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 324-9697

Category: American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  Update - 8/21/2010

I've started to come here more often again. Back when I first moved to Seattle I frequented Deluxe. Still living right near by, I finally discovered their specials on Weds nights! What rock have I been under?

If you buy a soda you can get a burger and…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    1/15/2009

    Deluxe has never been a favorite spot of mine but along Broadway its only competition for American… Read more »

 26. Charlie's On Broadway

217 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 323-2535

Category: American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  1/18/2009

I stumbled into Charlie's on one of the snow-days in Seattle because almost nothing else was open. I have to admit I was nervous because I'd heard not-so-nice things about this place. (However, the person who had a bad experience tends to be a whiner…More »

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 27. The Living Room

1355 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 708-6021

Categories: Lounges, Mediterranean

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  12/7/2009

The Living Room is a great addition to the Hill. I was skeptical how they could transform the old Anne Bonny into a bar but they did a great job.

I went with a rather large group of friends which I normally wouldn't suggest. However, it was about…More »

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 28. Hillcrest Market

110 Summit Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-4400

Category: Convenience Stores

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

2.0 star rating
  6/3/2010

I'm not so sure about this place. Convenient? Yes. But that's their whole shtick!

I was walking passed today and considered popping into the City Market just another block south. But... because I'm lazy, I decided not to walk that extra block. Prices…More »

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 29. 22

405 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 324-6406

Categories: American (New), Tapas Bars, Bars

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

1.0 star rating
  11/17/2008

Ok - so I yelped this place before going there and I was astounded by the 4 star review after leaving totally dissatisfied.

Let me first say that I come on Yelp to applaud good services as well as complain. I'm always weary of bad reviews because I…More »

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 30. Desert Sun Tanning

1809 East Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 325-8267

Category: Tanning

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

1.0 star rating
  Update - 7/1/2010

And it gets worse, folks!

I called to cancel my account. I haven't been going here off/on for years and spending upwards of $40 a month on fake sunshine feels so wrong. But guess what the response was when I asked to cancel? I have to actually go…More »

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  • 2.0 star rating
    5/26/2010

    Eep.

    From 5 stars to 2.

    Last year I had a great experience with Desert Sun when they first moved into… Read more »

 31. The Redwood

514 E Howell St
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-1952

Category: Dive Bars

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  12/28/2008

This is another one of my favorite spots in the city. They have good drinks (their specialty is a Bourbon Iced Tea.. very good!)

Apart from the good drinks there's a menu of tasty snacks (veggie chili, cream corn nuggets, green bean caserole, etc)…More »

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 32. Dilettante Mocha Café & Chocolate Martini Bar

538 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-6463

Categories: Chocolatiers and Shops, American (Traditional), Desserts

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/22/2009

I forgot to write an update!!

I hadn't been to the new location of Dilettante on Broadway since recently. However, since finally going there I've actually been 3 times! The new spot is so much cuter and instead of being dark in a creepy way, it's dark…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/18/2009

    What a lovely place for wine and dessert!

    As you walk in you're greeted by a giant display case of… Read more »

 33. Old School Frozen Custard

1316 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 324-2586

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  11/22/2009

Old School Frozen Custard took my frozen custard virginity today. I was glad to THROW it at them! It was so tasty. People keep raving about frozen custard and I'd never had it before. The texture is heavenly.

I tried a sample of their vanilla flavor.…More »

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 34. Chutneys Grille on the Hill

605 15th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 726-1000

Categories: Indian, Halal, Pakistani

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  9/9/2009

Now, I'm no connoisseur of Indian cuisine but I had a pleasant experience here. One: it's near my house... that's always a bonus because parking is so difficult in Capitol Hill. Two: the service was quick, the prices were decent, and the food was…More »

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 35. Press Club

20 Yerba Buena Ln
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 744-5000

Categories: Wine Bars, American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Union Square, SOMA

5.0 star rating
  11/9/2009

I was blown away with the Press Club. If you want to impress a date, a boss or a client - GO HERE! Heck, if you're just a fan of great wines and a sexy atmosphere - it's the spot for you.

The first thing I noticed was that the space was below street…More »

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 36. Espresso Vivace Sidewalk Bar

321 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 860-5869

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  11/25/2009

When you're not a coffee lover and you LOVE a cup once in a blue moon - that means you know you've gone to the right place!

Let me first admit that I've lived near the Vivace Sidewalk Bar for THREE years. Isn't that pathetic? I've only just now…More »

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 37. The Tin Table

915 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 320-8458

Categories: American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  11/19/2009

I'm torn between 3 and 4 stars. I loved the atmosphere, the location, the decorations, and even the food was good. Not amazing but good. On a slightly more negative side (and the reason I took off a star) was because of their service.

It was a cold,…More »

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 38. B & O Espresso

204 Belmont Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 322-5028

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Tea Rooms

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  12/28/2008

The B&O Espresso is a great place for many reasons..

You can go there for a great brunch
You can go there for dinner
You can go there for the drinks (alcoholic)
You can go there just to chat and have some coffee, tea, or hot apple cider

The brunch is my…More »

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 39. Cafe Metropolitain - CLOSED

1701 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 324-0771

Category: Gay Bars

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  12/28/2008

I didn't want to give Cafe Met just 3 stars but I rounded up to 4 because it's more like a 3.5

In fact, I like this bar a lot but sometimes feel like a lot of annoying people are attracted to it. So maybe the bar itself has a 4 star review but…More »

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 40. Cha Cha Lounge

1013 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 322-0703

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  12/28/2008

The Cha Cha Lounge is the epitome of a Capitol Hill bar. In fact, whenever I have visiting friends in town I make sure to take them here.

Now - I didn't give them more than 3 stars because they're a good bar but it's not the best for a few reasons.…More »

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