Salon of Shame
Neighborhood: International District

Theatre Off Jackson
409 7th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104

Alyson L. writes: I would have to say it's been a looooong time since I've been as entertained as I was last night.

Salon of Shame actually makes you want to re-read your adolescent journals/diaries/writing and finally laugh at yourself.

Okay, go do that RIGHT NOW and…

Fiori Floral Design
Neighborhood: First Hill

512 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Lawrence W. writes: This isn't your old-fashioned corner florist, not by a long-shot. Fiori Floral Design is one of the premier floral design shops in Seattle. Oh, what's that? You don't know what a "floral design" shop is? First of all, nothing so mundane as a bunch of…

Travelers
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

501 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122

madame s. writes: I have loved this place since they first opened, and i love them more and more every time i go in. First off, their Chai is superb--I now serve it in my own shop, Gypsy Palace. Second, i truly appreciate the care and sensitivity with which the…

2020 Cycle
Neighborhood: Central District

2020 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122

Charlie T. writes: I am sick of walking into bike shops and being treated lowly because I do not look the part of a typical biker. It's so stupid.

I don't own a car so I bike everywhere and I am not interested in explaining this to someone who has already decided they…

Hothouse Spa & Sauna
Neighborhood: First Hill

1019 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Julea R. writes: I like it HOT!  Then, I like it COLD!  
I like it quiet.
I like it friendly.
I don't think it is too much like a basement, it's a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.  
However, the bathroom needs a door.  I need a door.  You want me to have a door.  I…

The Twilight Exit
Neighborhood: Central District

2020 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98122

Tim O. writes: In the "War on My Internal Organs", there have been some epic battles - Eastlake Zoo Bar vs. my lungs (pre-smoking ban) and Mama's Mexican Kitchen vs. my entire GI tract.

The final battlefield of Alcohol vs. my liver could very well take place in The…

The Globe Cafe & Bakery

1531 14th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Abbie F. writes: I tried this place because my friend suggested it and we were going out for breakfast.  I have to say that I wasn't all that impressed with it.  I am not a vegan but I do appreciate eating healthy and have no problem trying new things.  The food was…

Thumper's
Neighborhood: Central District

1500 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98122

jenny w. writes: It is sad this is such a man bar. It is a great place to hang out. Come on ladies get your lessie friends out here. The drinks are powerful and stiff. There is a great view to watch over the street. Or sit by the fireplace and munch on some…

Ayutthaya Thai Restaurant
Neighborhood: First Hill

727 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

JC D. writes: This place didn't really stand out.
The food was good. The place is small. I'm fine with the size of  restaurant, but not with the portions.
I was really left hungry! I also ordered a tofu curry, and got a stir-fry. = (

Everyone was happy with their…

The Vogue

1516 11th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122

Laina B. writes: I always have a blast when I go to the Vogue. It's a fun environment with enjoyable music and good friends. I wouldn't call what the Vogue calls "drink specials" special, as they are usually more than $5 (call me a cheap bastard, but to me a drink…

Chop Suey
Neighborhood: Central District

1325 E. Madison Street
Seattle, WA 98122

D.J. Y. writes: Door closed....OONZ OONZ OONZ....

Door open....YEEEEEAAAAAHHH, OOOOHHHH,  DOOOOOO YOOOOOOUUUUU BEEEEELIEVE IN LUV.... Ala Cher....

Door closed...OONZ OONZ OONZ....

Veggie-girl, our oldest, luvs this place.  So much so she forces me to drive from…

Linda's Tavern
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

707 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122

Kerrie L. writes: The first time I came to Linda's way back when Dfens played tour guide for Ari, Rob, and I, I could have already written a 5-star review.  The back patio was great, the food was good (http://www.yelp.com/bi...), the drinks were potent, and as Ari…

La Panzanella Inc
Neighborhood: Central District

1314 E. Union Street
Seattle, WA 98122

jenny w. writes: I love this place it is like a second home to me. You walk in and are treated like family. They are shutting down this month and it is a total loss to the community. I am so sad. If you have a chance grab some soup or italian sandwhich. Get it while…

Velocity Dance Center

915 E Pine St Ste 200
Seattle, WA 98122

Holly F. writes: For:

Michele Miller
KT Niehoff
Wade Madsen
Aiko Kinoshita

For:

- offering modern dance classes I can drop into during a visit
- making me feel welcome after years away
- kicking my butt
- facilitating an all-body-endorphins release
- reminding me to relax when…

Salon Dewi Home of the Waxing Diva

1525 14th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Kimberley D. writes: i've gone to salon dewi a few times over the past few years for waxing (brows, legs) and once for a pedicure that was given to me as a gift. i found them comfortable. they have kind of an aveda-esque feel (and i mean that in a good way... i like…

The Samarya Center
Neighborhood: Central District

1806 E Yesler Way
Seattle, WA 98122

Ariel S. writes: The Samarya Center is Seattle's best kept yoga secret.

I love Capitol Hill yoga classes ... but at some studios it feels like style and hipness reign over actual, well, YOGA. And with classes costing $12-$15, yoga becomes a luxury lifestyle item that…

Pacific Fabrics & Crafts
Neighborhood: Northgate

838 NE Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98125

mel r. writes: sometimes I get a wild hair up my arse and think I'm Martha Stewart. I imagine my home done over in a rich macabre decadence, and all the sudden I want to make a fake crow to perch on my mantle. Or recreate a 40's dress that some schmo has found in…

Jujubes Boutique

633 Southcenter
Ste 2867
Seattle, WA 98188

Josephine M. writes: In March, I visted a friend living in the heart of San Francisco, and I visited more small, upscale, super-trendy boutiques than I ever knew existed.  While I fell in love with a lot of the flattering, well-fitting, colorful styles that I'd only ever…

Thai One On
Neighborhood: Lake City

12343 Lake City Way NE
Seattle, WA 98125

carrie L. B. writes: Outrageously bad name for an only so-so place. I mean people, come on, if you're going to name yourself after a binge, at least serve some super fine cocktails and offer them up with delish bar food.

The cocktails are half-hearted. The bar is an…

The Chapel Bar
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1600 Melrose Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Katie S. writes: 'Goin' to the Chapel and we're,
gonna get waa-aa-aaasted,

'Goin' to the Chapel and we're,
gonna get waa-aa-aaasted...

I had no idea what/ who/ where in the hell Chapel was until last night, but goddamn, I'm glad I do now! This place totally rocks my…

Verite Coffee
Neighborhood: Madrona/Leschi

1101 34th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

katy A. writes: I might be skinned alive for this but cupcake royale cupcakes look better than they taste.

Mieko's Fitness
Neighborhood: Lake City

12015 31st Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98125

carrie L. B. writes: Keith Olbermann is a bad boyfriend.

We have a standing date on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays and if I show up even just a little bit late, he starts without me. He never cuts me any slack.

I have plenty of excuses. Sometimes it's hard to find parking…

Javabean
Neighborhood: West Seattle

2920 SW Avalon Way
Seattle, WA 98126

samantha k. s. writes: Tiny, cozy and toasty warm on a chilly morning, and coffee maidens straight out of 17th century Dutch paintings. Unlike some coffee shops that feel worn in an unloved way, Javabean feels the opposite. The little sofa is too small but just right, and…

Bhy Kracke Park
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

1215 5th Ave N
Seattle, WA 98127

Michelle B. writes: The reasons I would set up shop here if I was a drug dealer:

1. The view is amazing.
2. Free signage!
3. Not a lot of competition - it's a pretty clean park.
4. High Google page rank.
5. Clearly the city condones such behavior so it would be a CYA move…

Flame
Neighborhood: Queen Anne

2123 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, WA 98127

Michelle B. writes: Anytime a child's drawing of a burger dancing with a french fry greets you as you open the door to a restaurant you know you are walking into a place that has put a lot of heart into their business.

Since Red Mill Burgers was closed, and the Ballard…

Re-Leaf Massage
Neighborhood: Wallingford

1429 N 45th St
Seattle, WA 98103

Heather w. writes: My jaw was KILLING me after a rough dental surgery. Nothing I did  - pills, heating pads, ice, self-indulgent whining, staring helplessly in the mirror at my jaw, looking up at the sky and praying to the gods for relief --  helped.

Until I went to…

Crocodile Cafe
Neighborhood: Belltown

2200 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98127

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: Again I ask myself:

why why why

do I gotta watch the gentrification of Seattle??!

Seeing my beloved San Francisco ruint was not bad enough!?

Shit.

My daddy told me when I was five that nothing stays the same.

He also taught me to live and laugh while you…

Shuckers
Neighborhood: Downtown

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle
411 University St
Seattle, WA 98127

Mitzie H. writes: One of the better meals I've enjoyed lately.  

I decided that a glass of wine would be a nice way to start my evening and while their wine by the glass menu wasn't that large they did have a nice selection and I went with a glass of Shiraz.  I always…

Impulse
Neighborhood: Fremont

3516 Fremont Place N
Seattle, WA 98127

Rowina A. writes: This store is amazing. Taking the stairs down to the "underground" space really adds to the feeling that you're about to find something good. Exquisite and beautifully crafted dresses by Tsumori Chisato and Mayle, shoes by Rachel Comey - nothing too…

Kate's Pub
Neighborhood: Wallingford

309 NE 45th St
Seattle, WA 98127

Katie S. writes: Last Friday night, my 'surrogates' and I were trying to find a place to get our grub on. We were running through the usual list.. nothing sounded great. Nothing got our goats.

Then it dawned on me..

I COULD check and see what Yelp recommends? Hmm..…

663 Bistro
Neighborhood: International District

663 S Weller St
Seattle, WA 98127

b w. writes: An evening out at 663 was remarkably persuasive, in terms of shifting me from the Japanese-Korean culinary axis.

We all approach the sacred differently:  I swear, on my Native New Yorker  XL T-shirt- these are among the finest chicken wings I've ever…

Jules Maes Saloon
Neighborhood: Georgetown

5919 Airport Way S
Seattle, WA 98127

Riss J. writes: 3.5 stars.

Dropped by last night for a show. Rumor had it some super kick-ass, world famous, hairy chested rock stars were opening last night. Every so often rumors are true! Great show by Stay Tuned.

The route driven there made this northend girl…

Spiro's Pizza & Pasta

18411 Aurora Avenue N
Shoreline, WA 98133

Don L. writes: I was related by marriage, so that makes my review somewhat biased, but...it's damn good pizza regardless! Pasta too, if you ever can see past the pizza menu.

Prices can get up there if your hosting a group, although it's great that they have a…

Hooverville Bar
Neighborhood: SODO

1721 1st Ave S
Seattle, WA 98134

Denice M. writes: Nice little place.  Cheap beer and the staff are friendly.  No food options other than peanuts and suspicious looking hot dogs, but they are happy to provide a pizza menu so you can call up some for delivery.  

Some of the patrons are…

Pho Cyclo
Neighborhood: SODO

2414 1st Ave S
Seattle, WA 98134

Kevin S. writes: I've been here a few times and while their service is nothing to write home about its manageable considering how busy this place gets.  As Pho places go this place is actually pretty large so the fact that its this busy regularly says a lot - though…

Pioneer Organics
Neighborhood: SODO

8 S Idaho St
Seattle, WA 98134

Bounce B. writes: Five quick reasons to love Pioneer Organics:

1.Gorgeous produce. When they arrive, I ogle the tomatoes in ways that should get me slapped.

2. Customizable boxes. They e-mail you a list two days before delivery and you can go in and modify it,…

Goodwill Outlet
Neighborhood: SODO

1765 6th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98134

abigail l. writes: Quick Survey.

Are you transported by the thrill of discovery?

Do you swoon over a great bargain?

Are you patient and persistent in your pursuits?

Do you have a keen fashion eye?

Are you a pack rat?

Do you have a high threshold for grody-ness?

Do you have…

Pet Elements
Neighborhood: West Seattle

6701 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98136

Ian M. writes: The neighborhood pet store personified.  Helpful, friendly, and stocked with high quality merchandise and food.

I went in recently looking for cat food, but not knowing what brand had typically been bought for the cats.  I brought a handful of kibble…