While it's technically just a seafood counter, this place is that and much, much more. Right at the beginning of Pike Place Market, these guys are world famous--for throwing fish.
Their lively sales style is known around the world and has appeared in promotional videos.
It's a big crowd draw to see them throw fish across the counter to one another and yell back and forth the whole time.
Take in a tour of Safeco Field, the Seattle Mariner's ballpark. They take you into the press and owner's boxes, down onto the field and into the dugout, and give you history of the stadium.
On game days after 6pm, they have tours at 10:30 and 12:30. For non-game days, they also have a 2:30. For game days before 6, there are no tours given.
After a nice walk in the park, head to the bar for a great selection of beer. Moose Drool is my favorite here, but there are another 10, none of which is a Bud or Coors--yipee!
Try the Greek Feta wrap with chicken. If you're in the mood for a festive cocktail, try the Raspberry Lemonade--it's got a kick.
Quick tip for you non-Pacific Northwesterners: if you want seltzer water at the bar, it's called soda water here.
Right across from Safeco Field, this is a great bar/restaurant that features every kind of Pyramid brew you could imagine. Nice inside with friendly bartenders and good food.
For a great burger (one of the best I've had in a while), try the Pyramid burger.
Nice, comfortable hotel within 5 minutes walking distance of the downtown area. The rooms are large, but they're comfortable, with a couch, chair and a heavenly bed.
Important: The Westin's parking rates are exorbinate ($26 for self park, and $29 for valet. Instead, park at the Westin office building (not affiliated with the hotel). They give a hotel nightly rate of $15/night. It's on 5th after making the left from Lenora.
Fantastic fresh fish restaurant in downtown Seattle along restaurant row. They have new entrees everyday depending on what comes in. I got the clams appetizer and the Mahi Mahi entree which were unbelievable. I'd also recommend the desserts. I got the Semifreddo which was awesome.
Nice environment, cheerful staff and bartender. It gets quite busy so either plan or ordering at the bar or making a reservation.
On the great island of Bainbridge, I believe this restaurant reigns. Best fish tacos you're ever gonna have. They have some sort of spicy sauce that makes the tacos excellent. Highly recommended.
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316 Winslow Way E
Bainbridge Island, WA
(206) 780-9644
Located in Pike Place Market (same floor as the guys who throw the fish), this place is known for its mussels and I understand why. It's a French restaurant and it's not very large so it fills quickly.
Definitley get the mussels. I got the mariniere, which was with garlic and tomatoes--excellent. It's a huge portion so be hungry, and you can probably do without the salad.
Nice little frozen yogurt/smoothie place across from Pike Place Market (across the street that enters the market). I recommend the all fruit smoothie, which was quite good.
Directly across from the Columbia Winery, this winery is also known for its inexpensive, but quality, wines. The back of the winery has $5 tastings, which are typically higher end wines.
It's a bit pretentious, but the wine is quite good and well worth the price. They also have a rather extensive wine shop.
In addition to the Silver Lake wines, they also have two other vineyards that they serve for tasting. Most wines were less than $12 and were quite tasty.
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15029 Woodinville Redmond Rd Ne
Woodinville, WA
(425) 485-2437
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