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11mo ago
emeraldpalate
For those times you want brunch and stunning views. ⬇️ Save this for your next meal!
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My family was having trouble committing to what they wanted to do on Father’s Day. My dad, while he can go casual, loves a bougie experience with water views and, in his words, “ambiance”. My bro-in-law prefers casual. And no one likes to wait a long time.
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I remembered @stonehouseseattle in Rainier Beach sits across the street from Lake Washington. After some Google Photos stalking, the space seemed big enough and Yelpers explained you order at the counter. So even though I was worried about going somewhere with water views on Father’s Day without a reservation, we took the risk and went for a late brunch ~1:30 PM.
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It paid off. The line to order wasn’t long and, despite being crowded, we easily found a seat right on the edge of the patio close to the water. It felt like a house party. There was a DJ playing fun 90s-00s R&B and everyone was talking excitedly. Kids were running around the large grassy area, while others escaped in the quieter upstairs room with AC. Since The Stonehouse Cafe is actually in a historic stone house, there’s plenty of places to spread out.
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Food wise we got a variety of all-day breakfast staples ranging from omelets to pancakes to benedicts. Next time I’d skip the omelets and pancakes in favor of anything with their fried chicken, which my niece got as chicken and waffles and I got as their Best Biscuit Sandwich. The latter was doused in their excellent gravy. If you lean sweet, don’t miss the baked French toast. It’s basically dessert and really addictive! And like any good brunch spot, there are plenty of fun drink options for all ages. My favorites were the mango lemonade my nieces got and the strawberry mint mimosa. Both were perfect on a nice day!
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The Stonehouse Cafe has a stacked event calendar with music, comedy shows, and more, so use that to plan when you visit. If you’ve been to The Stonehouse Cafe, let me know what I should order next time in the comments!
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Get my full list of fave brunch spots in Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-spots-for-brunch-in-seattle/
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11mo ago
emeraldpalate
Where to eat and get awesome water views of Seattle. ⬇️ Save this for later!
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There’s nothing I love more than dining al fresco when it’s summer in Seattle. There are a bunch of restaurants on the water, but not all are created equal in terms of being worth the price for the views *and* food. If you’re wondering the spots that are the best combo of both, here are my favorites:
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@aerlumeseattle (Downtown)
@anchoviesandsalt (Renton)
@ascendprimebellevue (Bellevue)
@littlewatercantina (Eastlake)
@mbarsea (SLU)
@curb_cuisine (West Seattle)
@theloupelounge (Downtown) - open fall-spring
@maximilienrestaurant (Downtown)
@themountaineeringclub (U-District)
@oldstovebeer (Downtown)
@thepinkdoorrestaurant (Downtown)
@placepigalle (Downtown)
@raysboathouse (Ballard)
@saintbreadseattle (U-District)
@stonehouseseattle (Rainier Beach)
@westwardseattle (Eastlake)
@whiteswanpublichouse (SLU)
@eatwoven (Tacoma)
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I share more spots via the article on my blog. See it directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-restaurants-in-seattle-with-a-view/
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Where are your favorite restaurants with views in Seattle? I’d love to hear in the comments!
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7mo ago
emeraldpalate
Where to get great soup in Seattle. ⬇️ Save this for your next craving!
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My family teases me for how much I love soup. I don’t care if it’s hot or cold, soup in all forms is my absolute favorite. But it definitely hits differently during the cozy season, so I thought I’d share my favorite spots for a big bowl of comfort:
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- @arashiramen for black garlic ramen (Ballard & Tukwila)
- @billiardhoang for pho (Columbia City)
- @cantonnoodlehousesea for beef brisket noodle and dumpling soup (Hillman City)
- @cracklemigrill for daikon chicken soup (Ballard & Fremont)
- @familyfriend20671 for corn soup (Beacon Hill)
- @omart1973 for sinigang (Downtown)
- @phobacseattle for brisket pho (Chinatown-ID & Downtown)
- @phnompenhnoodlehouse for wonton noodle soup (Chinatown-ID)
- @secret.congee for classic chicken congee (Ballard/Sunset Hill)
- Seoul Tofu & Jjim for pork tofu soondubu (Cap Hill)
- @tnttaqueria for chicken tortilla soup (Wallingford)
- @udonfresh for niku udon soup (U-District & Cap Hill)
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Comment “SOUP SEASON” and I’ll DM you a link to my full list of favorite soups. Or visit this link in my profile @emeraldpalate ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-soup-in-seattle/
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Then drop your favorite soup in the comments, as I’m always looking for new spos to add to my list!
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11mo ago
emeraldpalate
This adorable Sicilian bar is tucked in the back of a Seattle retail shop. ⬇️ Have you been yet?
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Located in Columbia City, @lamedusarestaurant is one of the OG best Italian restaurants in Seattle, yet it flies under the radar of social media fanfare. But I remembered hearing they opened an amaro bar next door called Persephone, so I visited last week.
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It surprised me that Persephone is a retail shop with pantry goods from Italy. I recognized a lot of items from my trip to Sicily a few years ago, so my first thought was, “This shop is legit.”
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In the back of the shop is a small bar and some tables. It feels like you’re in someone’s home more than a restaurant because the intimacy of the space makes it easy to talk to your neighbors. I chatted with mine so much that I surprised myself and accepted their offer for a bite of their salad!
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You’ll immediately notice the wall full of amaro spirits behind the bar. I was going to order wine because I’m not a huge amaro drinker, but I recognized Majora, a marjoram-forward Sicilian amaro from @casa_nepeta, and so ordered a glass. Then I realized I could buy Father’s Day gifts, so I also got a flight curated by staff to help decide what to buy.
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The food menu features aperitivo-style small plates. I got spaghetti with breadcrumbs and shaved bottarga, which I found too briny from the cured fish roe. But the bottarga was excellent in a shaved celery salad with EVOO so good, I ended up buying a bottle. The arancini was also a standout. But the star of my meal was a dish recommended by staff: the panelle sandwich. The Sicilian street food, panelle, is a chickpea fritter that reminds me of a thicker crepe. Persephone folds it up, puts it between a bun, and tops it with mayo and pickled ramps. I couldn’t stop marveling at the rich umami flavors evened out with acid. If you visit, you must get this vegetarian dish!
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All in all, I had a lovely time at Persephone. Read more about them and my other favorite Italian spots around the city via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-italian-restaurants-in-seattle/ #seattlerestaurants #seattlefoodscene #seattlebars #seattletravel
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10mo ago
emeraldpalate
Did you know there’s a Waterfall Garden hidden right in Seattle? ⬇️ Save this for your next adventure!
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I used to work near Pioneer Square in my early 20s. My coworkers and I loved to go pick up sandwiches at Tat’s or Salumi and bring them to the Waterfall Garden Park. This little garden is tucked inside what looks like a building, but there are no doors and when you walk in you realize it’s a little courtyard with plants, seating, and a 22-foot waterfall.
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This “pocket park” was created by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. You’ll see a placard on the building that calls it “UPS Park” because it sits on the first UPS headquarters in Seattle that opened in 1907. It’s a great place to relax and snap photos because it feels like you’re in an indoor-outdoor conservatory!
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HOW TO FIND IT: Navigate to The Pastry Project and it’ll be right across the street! There are diagonal street parking spots in front of it.
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Get more Instagram-worthy spots around Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/instagrammable-places-in-seattle/
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Have you been to Waterfall Garden Park? What are some other hidden parks around the city? I’d love to hear in the comments! #seattletravel
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9mo ago
emeraldpalate
Save this list: ⬇️ The most fun things to do this September in Seattle.
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Those of you who subscribe to my weekly newsletter know I send out a reminder of all the Seattle food, drink, and maker-focused events happening that week. To help you make it easier to plan in advance, I thought I’d start a new series on the blog rounding up all the best things to do each month. It’ll include events and festivals, but also fun ideas for making the most of what makes that month special.
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September’s roundup includes these kinds of events that I’m looking forward to:
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- Sunflower festival season
- The wastatefair
- A bunch of art and food festivals
- Broadway, dance, and music performances, including a series by candlelight
- Cultural and film festivals
- Boat and farm festivals
- And more!
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Get the full list via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-things-to-do-in-seattle-in-september/
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What else is going on in September? Let me know in the comments so I can keep the article up to date! #seattleevents #seattlelocal #pnwtravel
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10mo ago
emeraldpalate
This may be the only brunch spot hidden in Pike Place Market that isn’t swarming with tourists. ⬇️ Save this for your next weekend out!
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As a local, I tend to avoid @pikeplacepublicmarket on weekends to give tourists space to explore this gem of an attraction. However, I found myself there this past weekend because Dan’s cousin is visiting and wanted to get brunch near her downtown hotel. I was racking my brain for somewhere that either took reservations or wouldn’t be swarming with people, and then remembered hearing that @cancanseattle, a fun cabaret show I’d been to and enjoyed, opened a brunch and dinner spot called @cancansdressingroom. So we made a reservation and held our breath, hoping we would be able to fight the throngs of people.
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Like we expected, Pike Place was bumping at 11 am on a Sunday. However, The Dressing Room is tucked off the street within a building off Post Alley. All of the people disappeared as soon as we entered the building, so I knew we found something special.
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Once inside you’re met with over-the-top glam decor fitting of a cabaret. Think a ton of pink, gems, velvet, and bold patterns. We sat inside, but I didn’t realize they have an adorable outdoor patio. What a hidden gem right in the market!
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Food wise, I got the fried chicken and beignets because I’d remembered getting the beignets at The Can Can Cabaret show and loving them. Dan got the Can Can Madame, a play on a Croque Madame.
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We loved both dishes. The fried chicken has great crisp and a delightful peppery flavor. While the beignets could use an anglaise sauce, they were excellent on their own. Lemony, fluffy, and addictive. The Can Can Madame was my fave, though. The pork belly fell apart with a fork and it had a perfect balance of acidic mustard, fatty meat, and creaminess thanks to the bechamel and gruyere cheese.
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All in all, I’m surprised more people aren’t talking about The Dressing Room. Definitely give them a try the next time you need a last-minute brunch reservation downtown!
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Want more brunch ideas? Get my full list of favorites via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-spots-for-brunch-in-seattle/
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emeraldpalate
Would you wait in line at this famous Seattle spot? ⬇️
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It took me a long time to visit @ludis_seattle after it re-opened because I was nervous about the long lines it draws, especially on weekends. Since I’m rarely downtown on weekdays, I kept putting it off. However, I finally changed that on a rainy Friday I found myself downtown.
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Ludi’s is a Filipino breakfast spot near Pike Place Market. You’ll know you found it when you see the line of people snaking down the block. I felt lucky the day I went because there were only about 10 groups in front of me. It still took about 30 minutes, which wasn’t bad, but was also longer than I expected giving the relatively short line.
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Once inside you order at the register and then find a seat. There’s a table with condiments and a ton of vintage paraphernalia to look at while you wait for your meal.
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We ordered a kare kare meat special, the combo-silog plate, and the Insta-famous ube pancakes. While I prefer the kare kare I’ve had at other places, the other two dishes were really good. The pancakes are huge and have a satisfying spongey/fluffy consistency thanks to rice flour. The ube is really pronounced and the coconut adds a nutty, just-right sweetness to the dish. Plus they’re a vibrant purple, so they’re great for photos.
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My favorite dish was the humble combo-silog plate. It comes with 1 porkchop, 1 longanisa, 1 Ilocos longanisa, and 1 lumpia. The lumpia was some of the juiciest I’ve had and the fried wrapper had great crunch. But the low-key best thing? The longanisas sausages. they were SO fatty and complex, especially when you got a bite with garlic rice and runny egg. Definitely make sure these make it on your table.
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All in all I enjoyed Ludi’s, especially because the owner, Gregorio “Tito Greg”, stops by every table to make sure you’re alright. Definitely go on a weekday for a late lunch or super early breakfast to reduce the wait! I’d def go again if the wait was ~30m or less.
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Want more of my favorite breakfast spots? Comment “BREAKFAST” and I’ll DM you my full list ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/where-to-eat-breakfast-in-seattle/
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Have you been to Ludi’s? Let me know what you think in the comments!
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12mo ago
emeraldpalate
The brand new Seattle restaurant hidden in a brewery that I plan to be at all summer. ⬇️ Save this for later!
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@fairislebrewing is one of my favorite Ballard breweries, so I keep tabs on them via their newsletter. I saw they announced @tacos.extranjeros would become a permanent pop-up and so I put them on my list to try. But then when I read Tacos Extranjeros was creating a seafood-focused Mexican concept called @lamarea_seattle to permanently join their taco concept in Fair Isle through mid-Sept, I knew I had to visit ASAP. Blame it on my first visit to the late @zbceviche in Spokane and then sealed with my meal at 1-Michelin @holboxlosangeles...I’m ADDICTED to marisquerías.
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I haven’t tried their tacos yet, but I went to La Marea’s soft opening a few weeks ago. Here’s what we ordered:
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- White fish ceviche tostada ($11)
- Hamachi and smoked albacore tostada ($15)
- Scallop aguachile ($16)
- Poblano corn chowder ($9)
- Roasted green chili queso ($7.50)
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There were a few minor things I’d have changed, like a thicker cut on the white fish ceviche and a touch less spice and more salt on the aguachile so you can taste more of the sweetness from the scallop and zip from the acid vs. heat. But everything was really refreshing and the perfect food to eat in the sun with 🍺.
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The chowder and queso are great little snacks to pair with your meal. I loved how the chowder had a ton of stuff...no skimping on the clams here. And the queso was the perfect level of earthiness and heat plus that irresistible gooey cheese.
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But if you only order one thing, make sure it’s the hamachi tostada. La Marea smokes whole albacore loins over pecans, confits it, and mixes it with caramelized onion, mayo, and homemade habanero salsa. It’s then topped with sesame salsa macha and beautiful slices of hamachi. It’s complex, earthy, zippy, and crunchy all in one. I’d come back just for this little piece of heaven.
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Definitely add La Marea to your list, especially if you’ll be at the Ballard breweries this summer. If you’ve been, tell me what you thought in the comments! If not, tell me what other marisquerías exist around Seattle so I can get my fix. #seattlerestaurants #seattlepopup
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emeraldpalate
Fun patios to save for later. ⬇️ Share this with someone you want to go with!
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The weather keeps getting better in Seattle as we creep toward summer. As soon as restaurants and bars start setting up their patios, I always choose to sit outside so I can soak up as much vitamin D as possible.
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If you’re the same, luckily there are a TON of options around Seattle. Here are some of my favorites:
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- @aerlumeseattle (Downtown)
- @aguaverdecafeseattle (U-District)
- @anchoviesandsalt (Renton)
- @bakers.seattle (Sunset Hill)
- @barvacilando (Cap Hill)
- Bongo’s Cafe (Green Lake)
- @bottlehouse (Madrona)
- @brimmerandheeltap (Ballard)
- @darkalinos (Pioneer Square)
- @dreamlandfremont (Fremont)
- @cancansdressingroom (Downtown)
- @firn_seattle (Pioneer Square)
- @theflorabakehouse (Beacon Hill)
- @fonda.lacatrina & @sirenitoseattle next door (Georgetown)
- @fremontbrewing (Fremont)
- @hangarcafeseattle (Georgetown)
- @harvestvine (Madison Valley)
- @ladyjayewest (West Seattle)
- @lafontanasiciliana (Downtown)
- @lenoxwa (Downtown)
- @littlewatercantina (Eastlake)
- @lionessseattle / @holymtnbrewing / @doebaywinecompany (Phinney Ridge)
- @marinationsea (West Seattle location)
- @maximilienrestaurant (Downtown)
- @mezzanotte.seattle (Georgetown)
- @themountaineeringclub (U-District)
- @thenestseattle (Downtown)
- @oddfellowscafe (Cap Hill)
- @oldstovebeer (Pike Place & Ballard)
- @thepinkdoorrestaurant (Downtown)
- @raysboathouse (Ballard)
- @phinneystation (Phinney Ridge)
- Ristorante Picolinos (Sunset Hill)
- @rockcreek206 (Fremont & Kirkland)
- @sabinecafeandbar (Ballard)
- @saintbreadseattle (U-District)
- @saltysseafood (West Seattle)
- @sanfermoseattle (Ballard)
- @stella.seattle (First Hill)
- @stonehouseseattle (Rainier Beach)
- @terraplataseattle (Capitol Hill)
- @westwardseattle (Northlake)
- @whiteswanpublichouse (South Lake Union)
- @willmottsghost (Downtown)
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Want my shortlist of restaurants with great views? Comment “VIEWS” and I’ll DM you this list ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-restaurants-in-seattle-with-a-view/
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Where are your favorite patios? I’d love to hear in the comments!
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emeraldpalate
Share this with someone who loves animals ⬇️. They’re going to want to cross this Seattle-area farm off their bucket list!
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You all know I absolutely love supporting and visiting local farms. @luckiefarms in Lake Stevens about 45 minutes north of Seattle reached out to me about visiting last year, but I told them I’d add them to my list as I make the rounds. However, when I collabed with @discoversnoco in April for a trip to share more of beautiful Snohomish County with you (more to come on that trip soon!), I asked them to include Luckie Farms on the itinerary. Luckie provided us a complimentary visit, but this reel isn’t part of my Snohomish County partnership. I just loved my experience and think it’s something you should know about, especially if you love animals or have kids!
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Warning: You may not be able to handle the cuteness that Luckie Farms has to offer. Owners Tara and Scott left their city lives to start a farm that marries Tara’s love of education with both of their ancestral roots in farming. But this isn’t just any farm with your typical produce. It’s one full of animals, most notably Scottish highland cows.
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Visitors get a chance to walk the farm, take a tractor to feed the cows, and interact with other animals like alpacas, donkeys, horses, pigs, bunnies, and reindeer. You’ll also have the option to add on a calf-cuddle experience for ~$20pp. I highly recommend you do this, as you’ll get to pet, brush, and snuggle with highland cows that are as young as 6 weeks old for 20 minutes! All in you’ll spend ~$55pp if you do both the tour and cuddle.
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Overall I loved my visit to Luckie Farms. Yes, feeding the cows was a bit challenging for me because they’re messy and I hate getting my hands dirty, but it was a small price to pay for a surreal up-close experience. I thought I’d also struggle because I’m allergic to hay, but I was totally fine because they use chips in the cuddle area. I can’t wait to go back!
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Love farms? Comment “FARMS” and I’ll DM you my full list of other farms around Seattle, including more animal and u-pick farms for the upcoming summer season ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/farms-nea
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emeraldpalate
Save this Seattle restaurant for later: ⬇️ You’ll want to visit when the pasta craving hits!
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Have you ever seen that adorable white house-turned-restaurant in downtown Ballard? That’s San Fermo and it’s hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in Seattle. Not only are the vibes immaculate thanks to its historic building and outdoor patios, but the food is always well executed.
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You’ll find a lot of rotating small plates, ranging from salads, veggies, and more. Don’t miss the Farinata, which is a super addictive chickpea flatbread with grill marks.
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For mains there are a few entrees, but San Fermo is probably best known for their pasta. At any given time there are a bunch of options, but you’ll always find the saffron spaghetti bolognese. It’s meaty, earthy, and has a lot of complexity for being such a humble dish. No matter what you order, make sure this ends up on your table!
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Lastly, don’t sleep on dessert. They make one of the best tiramisu’s in the city! It’s light on the booze and extra creamy.
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All in all, San Fermo is one of my go-tos for a date night or special night out with friends or loved ones. San Fermo also has a farm in Skagit Valley where they host dinners. I’m hoping to make it up there for one of them because I bet the setting is just as dreamy as their restaurant!
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Comment “ITALIAN” and I’ll DM you the link to my full list of favorite Italian restaurants in Seattle ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-italian-restaurants-in-seattle/
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What are some of your favorite Italian restaurants in Seattle? I’d love to hear in the comments!
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emeraldpalate
Not nearly enough people talk about one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. ⬇️ Save this for your next meal!
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I’ve been going to @ciudadseattle for years and to this day I think it’s one of the most consistent restaurants in the city, both in terms of flavor and price. Nowadays they have more outdoor seating inviting you into the space, but back in the day it mostly looked like a grab-and-go spot because you can only see the grill counter from the front entry. But walk through the metal door next to it and you’ll be met with a vibrant, light-filled space perfect for a date night or group gathering. And since the cuisine is Portuguese grill with Middle Eastern influences, you’ll find a lot of items for all types of palates (vegetarian, gluten free, etc.).
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While I’m slightly devastated they got rid of their lamb kofta meatballs, some of the staples on their menu that I order again and again include their dip sampler, cauliflower appetizer, and halloumi starter. They’re all always super flavorful, balancing sweet, savory, earthy, and acidic all in one bite.
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From the grill, you can’t go wrong with any of their items. The chicken and steak are classics, but I love their octopus and shrimp. They also have veggies for those who want to stay away from the meat. Whatever you choose, don’t miss their sauce sides. My favorites are the chimichurri, lemon garlic aioli, and harissa, but there are a bunch to choose from.
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All in all, if you haven’t been to Ciudad, you’re missing out. They’re one of my top 5 restaurants in Seattle hands down!
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Get more of my favorite Georgetown restaurants via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/seattle-food-tours/georgetown/
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What’s your go-to order at Ciudad? What other restaurant is a go-to that doesn’t get nearly as much love as they deserve? Let me know in the comments! #seattlerestaurants #seattlefoodscene
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emeraldpalate
I can’t stop thinking about this Seattle sandwich. ⬇️ Have you tried it yet?
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@tivoli.in.seattle, a casual Italian spot in Fremont from the people behind Saint Bread and Post Alley Pizza, has been on my list to try for a while. I finally went a few Fridays ago for lunch, which, because of their outdoor chairs, was perfect for people watching on a nice day. I’d heard good things about their pizza, so was mentally prepared to order that, but at the last minute my friend and I decided to add on the mortadella sandwich to our order.
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You could imagine my surprise when we both admitted that we preferred the sandwich over the pizza. Don’t get me wrong, the pizza is good, albeit a touch more cooked than I prefer my NY-style slices. But the sandwich couldn’t help but shine brighter thanks to its perfect melody of flavors. It starts with really fresh, supple focaccia bread made in house and then is spread with creamy whipped ricotta, carefully layers with high-quality mortadella meat, and then spread with “pistachio jazz” which has fig in it to add an irresistible sweetness to each bite.
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It’s only on the lunch menu, so plan your trip for then! When you go, don’t miss their salads, which you can get as a side. They’re another sleeper hit!
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Get my full list of favorite sandwiches in Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-sandwiches-in-seattle/
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Have you been to Tivoli yet? If so, what did you think? If not, where else can I get a version of a mortadella sandwich like this?! I need more in my life. Let me know in the comments! #seattlerestaurants #seattlefoodscene
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9mo ago
emeraldpalate
Save this for your next day trip: ⬇️ A speakeasy hidden in the most unexpected small town outside Seattle.
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Long-time followers know I love the Skagit Valley, an area about an hour north of Seattle known for cute small towns, farms, and great food. I’m always keeping tabs of what’s happening in the area, so when I heard the owners of beloved @railroadpubandpizza and @trainwreckbarandgrill opened @speakeasy.saloon, I knew I had to visit.
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Speakeasy Saloon is a hidden bar right in the small downtown area of Burlington. You enter via a nondescript door into a space that looks like a barber shop. You need to find the door into the bar, which opens into a room that looks like a posh medieval basement.
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Drink wise you’ll find cocktails, wine, beer, and a few non-alcoholic options. I ordered the Speakeasy Sour with bourbon, egg white, and lemon sour. It was simple, yet so refreshing and balanced.
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Speakeasy Saloon also has a hefty food menu. I didn’t get a chance to eat there because I went to Railroad Pizza for dinner beforehand (which is yummy btw), but they have dishes like a smash burger, deviled eggs, poutine, seafood roll, and cake I’m interested in trying the next time I visit. And since the vibes are immaculate, I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in the area!
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Want a list of speakeasies closer to home? Get my full list of options in Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/speakeasy-bars-in-seattle/
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What other speakeasies have you been to in the PNW? I’d love to hear in the comments, as I’m always adding new ones to my list to try!
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NEW SERIES: 8 best things I ate in January ⬇️. Comment your best bite of the past month!
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I eat out so much that I often have a backlog of places I want to share with you all. To help me get to it faster, I’m going to start sharing the best bites I ate each month so you can use it as inspo for your following month’s meals out.
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In January, I ate out over 20 times. Here are the top 8 things I ate (in the order I ate them, not ranked against each other):
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1. @ludis_seattle - Longanisa sausages & lumpia on the combo-silog plate (Downtown)
2. @glosseattle - Coffee cake & hash browns (Capitol Hill)
3. @fw_moonskitchen - Rosé tteokbokki rice cakes (Federal Way)
4. @hosoonyitacoma - Sundubu tofu stew & grilled mackerel (Lakewood)
5. @spicewaala - Coffee soft serve ice cream
6. @arashiramen - Black garlic ramen
5. @outsider_bbq - Smoked brisket burger & poppy coleslaw
8. @shomonseattle - Literally the whole meal, but especially the cauliflower puree topped with a gelee that was like a deconstructed cauliflower soup, cod croquette, sushi pieces, and pickled kholrabi (a creative sub for ginger)
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Since I went to Leavenworth, shout out to two spots that also served up great bites:
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- @manamountain - Curried squash soup
- @argocoffeeandbiscuits - Cheddar jalapeño biscuit breakfast sandwich
- @mountain_goat_coffee - Breakfast scone
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I’m going to link all of these reels as a series moving forward, so keep an eye out at the end of each month.
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Now drop the best things you ate this past month so I can add them to my list to try as I make the rounds!
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This Seattle brewery’s Mexican food is on 🔥 ⬇️ Save this for your next night out!
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I remember first trying @frelardtamales during the panny and getting hooked on ordering their tamales frozen to stock up our kitchen. Shortly after that, I discovered they opened @elsuenitobrewing in Bellingham and quickly fell in love with that too. So you can imagine my delight when last year they announced they were opening a 2nd El Sueñito Brewing location right in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood. I finally went a few weeks ago and, once again, they blew me away.
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This Mexican and LGBTQ-owned brewery makes creative beers leveraging Mexican ingredients. For example, you’ll find styles like banana hefeweizen, prickly pear cream ale, and horchata stout. Their space also celebrates their heritage with colorful murals and a rotating calendar of lively events that bring people together (trivia, a drag brunch, and even a queer book club!).
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But what I love most is that they’ve expanded their Frelard Tamales brand to serve a full menu of awesome Mexican food right in the brewery. Of course the tamales are a highlight, but other standouts include the carnitas street tacos and queso, which you can get as a dip with chorizo or drizzled on nachos.
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The next time you’re craving Mexican food and want a good beer to match, head to El Sueñito!
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Get my full list of the best Mexican restaurants in Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/mexican-restaurants-in-seattle-wa/
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Have you been to El Sueñito yet? If so, what should I get next time? If not, where are some of the other unexpected spots to get good Mexican food around Seattle? Let me know in the comments! #seattlerestaurants #seattlefoodscene #seattlebeer
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This dreamy historic hotel is making some of the best food on the WA coast. ⬇️ Save this for your next trip!
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Many Seattleites shed a tear when The Wandering Goose closed. This Capitol Hill institution was known for making some of the best biscuits, cakes, and brunch in the city. They closed in 2020, which felt permanent to many locals. But they never really left. Instead they relocated to the Washington coast under 3 hrs from Seattle and refurbished the state’s oldest hotel still in operation, @tokelandhotel. The Wandering Goose is the hotel’s restaurant.
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I’ve always been curious about The Tokeland Hotel, but admittedly hesitate to book a stay because there are only shared bathrooms. So my family and I decided to check it out on a day trip during our annual trip to Seabrook, another WA coast town about 1.5 hours north.
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I was in love as soon as I stepped inside the hotel. The team did a fantastic job refurbishing it in that effortlessly chic way some people can pull off where they curate eclectic vintage finds into a space worthy of a magazine. There’s a little gift shop upon entering, along with a case full of baked goods for grab-and-go treats from The Wandering Goose. The restaurant shares the space with the hotel lobby and overlooks the expansive backyard full of seating, yard games, and water views. There are also a bunch of farm animals, so this spot is great for kids.
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Here’s what we ordered for lunch:
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- Oyakodon “parent-and-child donburi” ($26)
- The Sawmill fried chicken and biscuit ($28)
- Fried rockfish sandwich ($26)
- Half dozen fried oysters ($15)
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Everything was unbelievably good down to our cocktails. My favorites were The Sawmill thanks to the irresistible gravy that made the whole dish come together and the donburi that balanced umami and acidity beautifully.
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We also brought some desserts home for later, my favorite of which was Hummingbird cake. All in all, Tokeland Hotel is a must stop for food if you’re in the area and a worthy spot to stay for your next trip.
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Get more unique hotels around WA via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/unique-hotels-in-washington/ #pnwtravel #wacoast
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My favorite date night restaurants in Seattle. ⬇️ Save this for your next outing!
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Maybe it’s because Valentine’s Day is approaching, but Dan and I have been talking about being more intentional in planning date nights. If you’re in the same boat, I thought I’d share my favorite date night restaurants around Seattle:
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- @84yesler (Pioneer Square)
- @alturarestaurant (Capitol Hill)
- @atoma.seattle (Wallingford)
- @bar_sur_mer (Greenwood)
- @beastandcleaver’s Beastro & Peasant (Loyal Heights)
- @brimmerandheeltap (Ballard)
- @cafe_paloma (Pioneer Square)
- @cafesuliman (Capitol Hill)
- @canonseattle (Capitol Hill)
- @thecorsonbuilding (Georgetown)
- @delanceyseattle (Ballard)
- @driftwood_seattle (West Seattle)
- @hamdiseattle (Fremont)
- @harvestvine (Madison Valley)
- @ittostapas_ (West Seattle)
- @laloba.seattle (South Lake Union)
- @lamedusarestaurant & Persephone (Columbia City)
- @lecavisteseattle (Downtown)
- @lupofremont (Fremont)
- @maripili_tapas_bar (Capitol Hill)
- @pst.seattle (Downtown)
- @ramieseattle (Capitol Hill)
- @rockcreek206 (Fremont & Kirkland)
- @sanfermoseattle (Ballard)
- @sophonseattle (Phinney Ridge)
- @spinasseseattle (Capitol Hill)
- @stoneburnerseattle (Ballard)
- @threesacksfullseattle (Roosevelt)
- @violetseattle (Capitol Hill)
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Need a last minute V-Day gift idea? Put this list of restaurants into a DIY craft jar and use it throughout the year to pick where you’ll take your loved one out for a nice meal. No more waffling on where to go!
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I have a lot more date night restaurant recs. Comment “DATE NIGHT” and I’ll DM you this link ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-date-night-restaurants-in-seattle/
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Where do you like to go for date night? Let me know in the comments!
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Save this for later: ⬇️ One of Seattle’s best cakes.
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I’ve been slowly working down my list of bakeries doing research on the city’s best cakes. I finally made it back to @coylesbakeshop to try their cake specifically. And wowzas, I’m happy I did.
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Coyle’s makes a few different cake flavors, but I ordered the classic chocolate cake (~$5.50). It’s moist and not too dense, just the way I prefer my chocolate cake. I also love how the icing is thick, yet still creamy. Too often chocolate cakes feel so heavy, but Coyle’s somehow feels light without being dry. And I could have sworn I tasted a bit of espresso to punch up the chocolatey taste, but that’s probably a secret they’ll never tell.
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While my cake-specific article isn’t ready yet, get my list of favorite desserts around Seattle via the link in my bio @emeraldpalate or directly here ➡️ https://www.emeraldpalate.com/best-cookies-and-desserts-in-seattle/
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Have you had Coyle’s cakes yet? If so, is there another flavor I should try? Who else is making great cakes around the city? Let me know in the comments!
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