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Travelling Solo #1: Seattle
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1. Hotel Max
*UPDATE*: After many months, the Manager was gracious enough to issue me a refund for the room. I'm extremely pleased that the management has followed up with his customers concerns and addressed them even half a year later : ) *
Held a bachelorette…More »
2. Pike Place Market
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 682-7453
Categories:
Fruits & Veggies,
Seafood Markets,
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I certainly don't have to say much since there are 500+ reviews- BUT I WILL let you know that this is much like ANY other public market in any other city.
YES, it is awesome, but don't get too excited because every major city has a public market like…More »
3. Seattle Art Museum
This place is SMALL.
Not that I need a huge and endless museum (because those can get BORING) but at 3 floors it got quite boring. If it wasn't for the main exhibit (andy worhol and cobain) I would not have enjoyed this place.
Tips:
-make sure there is…More »
4. Pioneer Square
I don't get it....
Is this supposed to be the historic centre? Because it was nondescript and boring. It felt like everything was closed (it was a sunday) and while there were a few bars/ tourist shops open I was genearlly confused to the general…More »
5. Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
This is definitely the "regulars" and "anything" all-inclusive Irish Bar.
Came here with a small group of girls when a live band was playing and it was a combination of stag parties, sports teams having beers, tourists, club kids pre-drinking, people…More »
6. The Last Supper Club
Seattle, WA 98104
USA
(206) 748-9975
Categories:
Restaurants,
Dance Clubs,
Lounges,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Pioneer Square
Can you say meat market?
Came here with a big group of girls and even though we were on the guest list they made us wait in line. I SUSPECT because there was a CRAP load of guys going in and ZERO girls. I think they wanted to show that this place…More »
7. City Hostel Seattle
I'm a seasoned hosteller. And also a high maintenace clean freak. So when THIS place meets my expectations you KNOW its good.
The AMAZING:
-Front staff (friendly but don't always know seattle well)
-cool kids always hanging out at the lobby
…More »
8. Starbucks
yeah....it's the first starbucks. so what?
Nothin' else to see
not even anything touristy/cool to buy.
PLEASE don't wait in line. go if you wanna go but don't waste your time waiting.
ps: they seemt o staff the most knowledgable baristas here though so…More »
9. Piroshky Piroshky
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 441-6068
I'm generalyl more of a sweets/veg person but DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME with the sweets and veg.
beleive me. GO STRAIGHT TO THE MEAT.
The pastry on the meat ones are just so much more delicious.
When I saw the line I knew I had to go just because it was…More »
10. Beecher's Handmade Cheese
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 956-1964
Categories:
Cheese Shops,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Since when did the "best" mac and cheese come in the form of penne and cheese gravy?
Yeah, they use real cheese. and yeah..I suppose it tastes good. But for all the hype? This place just isn't worth it.
I tried both kids, traditional and...zesty?…More »
11. The Confectional
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 282-4422
I probably shouldn't be bringing the rating down for this place. But I'll preface this with ... Ihate cheese cake. I find it too dense.
That being said, I REALLY thing that if they made a good range of really good cheesecake they could make a…More »
12. Le Panier Very French Bakery
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 441-3669
Categories:
Bakeries,
French,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Pretty, but don't be fooled. It's not good.
Had several of the tarts, croissants, and coffees and espressos here. really, not great. not bad but PUH-lease. as a "really french bakery" you have to do better than mediocre americanized sweets
the…More »
13. Pike Place Fish Market
Kind of the most charming part of the market.
Just go.
and get some free samples of some smoked salmon.
14. Ballard Seafood Fest
Seattle, WA 98107
USA
(206) 784-9705
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Festivals
Neighbourhood: Ballard
Just RAN into this place by complete accident. Was an amazing time.
Good food, fund vendors, great street sales.
Thank you for being awesome, Ballard.
But question: why OH why was there COUNTRY music? and WHY did you have cowboys doing the FULL on…More »
15. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
This is a pretty fun place to watch the water, boats and salmon. a definite must see for tourists but I wouldn't have cried if I missed it.
It's cool.
A great date idea and picnic location.
Would I come back just for teh hell of it?
never.
16. Miro Tea
Seattle, WA 98107
USA
(206) 782-6832
they really really like 5$ bills. hahah
(you'll see the sign...and if you have a five you'll give it to them)
Had a delicious chai tea. 4 to choose from. The dude helped me pick one out that I'd love.
It took a ridicuous amout of time to make. I…More »
17. The W Hotel Bar
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 264-6000
Categories:
Lounges,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I think I came here on slow season. Will try it again. But really..I don't get it.
I just don't... get. it.
Yeah it's fancy. but that's just about it.
Probably come back with friends when it is busier?
18. Capitol Club
Seattle, WA 98122
USA
(206) 325-2149
Categories:
Lounges,
Mediterranean,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill
Walked in here and it was just weird. I'm POSITIVE I would like it as a local or if I had been here a few more times with friends.
But this is DEFINITELY NOT a solo bar.
If you are travelling solo and want to check out this venue alone- just say no.…More »
19. Bauhaus Books & Coffee
ultra cool cafe, this is the type of place I LIVE at if I were a local.
The ups:
late hours
great people watching. and I mean GREAT
wifi
easy place to relax/study/read/chat/sit
music is pretty stellar
The downs:
if you wanted a food selection don't bother
…More »
20. Knee High Stocking Co.
Seattle, WA 98122
USA
(206) 979-7049
Categories:
American (New),
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill
Came here on a sunday and it was EMPTY.
but that didn't mean the party was over.
I hate to review this place because it is a SERIOUS speakeasy with NO indication that it's a bar and a DOOR bell.
I saw "ring the door bell" and I did it. BEST and…More »
21. Re-Bar
I get how people might not like this place. but I can honestly say that SUNDAY FLAMMABLE HOUSE night is THE BEST place I've seen on the west coast for house music and house dancers since I originally got into it in new york.
IT was like there was an…More »
23. Pacific Place
i don't understand why seattle doesn't have any real malls downtown.
fail, seattle. fail.
24. Macy's
A fairly standard experience at a lacklustre department store.
over it.
better than the mall though.
25. Nordstrom
Alright to walk around
they have personal shoppers
i don't care for shopping.
if it's raining and you have nothing else to do this place is SLIGHTLY better than loitering in the starbucks
26. Daiso
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 625-0076
Categories:
Department Stores,
Discount Store
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I love Daiso. but this is definley a smaller daiso.
good for dt seatlte to have one- but if you've ever seen a real daiso- it's liek the size of a costco. it's amazing.
27. Tap House Grill
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 816-3314
Categories:
Pubs,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Grabbed a solo lunch here.
dining alone here is definiely an easy experience. sit at the bar and watch the wall of beer.
the chocolate stout was amazing.
the food was average.
the high ceilings make this place less than appealing for a cozy get together…More »
28. Nordstrom - CLOSED
this place is pretty sweet for the bargain shopper.
Go early because it gets nasty upstairs when everything is disorderly and annoying.
I hate shopping and I hate it when things aren't organized. so I had to leave.
but if you were on the bargain hunt…More »
29. Noc Noc
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
(206) 223-1333
Categories:
Lounges,
Dance Clubs
Neighbourhood: Downtown
THIS REVIEW IS FOR MONDAY NIGHT ONLY
the dj was playing a mix, as expected from their site.
The crowd? barely legal and sparse.
Would come here on a better night
The door guy was sweet.
generally a nice room and mediocre sound system. would come here ona…More »
30. King County Metro Transit Bus Route No. 5
Seattle, WA 98117
USA
(206) 553-3000
Category:
Public Services & Government
Neighbourhoods: Greenwood, Ballard
do better.
31. Theo Chocolate
DON'T MISS THIS PLACE!
if you are a tourist or even a local don't forget to come here.
I STUFFED myself with free chocolate. this place is cheaper than buying a chocolate bar from the grocery,
the tour is SO worht the 6 bucks.
make sure you call ahead…More »
32. The Fremont Troll
Seattle, WA 98103
USA
(206) 547-7440
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhood: Fremont
pretty funny troll.
go if you're in the area. and you'll want to be in the area. but like..it's a troll. nothing more.
33. Peet's Coffee & Tea
Seattle, WA 98103
USA
(206) 267-4688
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Fremont
This place is a pretty kickin place to chill with a coffee and to watch the scenery.
Big fan of the entire place.
Fun conversations to eavesdrop in.
And a ton of tech folks in the area.
34. Flying Apron
Seattle, WA 98103
USA
(206) 442-1115
Categories:
Bakeries,
Vegan,
Gluten-Free
Neighbourhood: Fremont
I've only been here once as a tourist but I can tell this is the type of place I'd loiter at for EXTENDED periods of time. adorable little place with delicious looking baked goods.
I love how they ask you not to talk on your cel phone while you wait.…More »
35. Palace Kitchen
Seattle, WA 98121
USA
(206) 448-2001
Categories:
American (New),
Bars,
Desserts
Neighbourhood: Belltown
I totally didn't get it when I walked in. Yeah, it looke dlike a nice place but it didn't look amazing by any means.
But here I am, solo traveller, walking up the the bar at happy hour and I take a seat.
The service was SO friendly and just let me do…More »
36. Chiso Restaurant
Seattle, WA 98103
USA
(206) 632-3430
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Fremont
I DON'T get it.
I went here based on the great reviews
Ordered something off the happy hour menu. NOT impressed with the prices. I'd even say its on the higher than average for a regular menu.
The sushi itself was ok. but the service was…More »
37. Bedlam Coffee
stumpled upon this place.
excellent cozy place.
i have nothing but respect for this place.
38. Cherry Street Coffee House
Seattle, WA 98121
USA
(206) 441-5489
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches,
Cafes
Neighbourhood: Belltown
This was my last coffee on my visit to Seattle and I'm glad it was. It was a nice place to chill, people watch. I love the big windows, relaxed atmosphere.
The espressso didn't disappoint.
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