Caroline’s guidebook
Food scene
A neighborhood favorite to grab a glass of wine or a bottle to take home.
104 locals recommend
Bottlehouse
1416 34th AveA neighborhood favorite to grab a glass of wine or a bottle to take home.
Steak Fritz? Hell yes! Great fries and a nice laid-back vibe. Close your eyes and you are still in Seattle, just eating good French-inspired food.
71 locals recommend
Red Cow
1423 34th AveSteak Fritz? Hell yes! Great fries and a nice laid-back vibe. Close your eyes and you are still in Seattle, just eating good French-inspired food.
Amazing cupcakes with great seasonal selections. A good spot to drop in for an afternoon treat.
163 locals recommend
Cupcake Royale
1111 E Pike StAmazing cupcakes with great seasonal selections. A good spot to drop in for an afternoon treat.
Vendemmia
1126 34th AveForward-leaning Italian that people from all over the city travel for.
Naam Thai Cuisine
1404 34th AveOur go to take out spot for a reliably delicious easy dinner.
Really great Mexican food but even better Mojitos. Place your order for pick up or delivery on their website, cactusrestaurants.com and choose the Madison Park location.
55 locals recommend
Cactus Madison Park
4220 E Madison StReally great Mexican food but even better Mojitos. Place your order for pick up or delivery on their website, cactusrestaurants.com and choose the Madison Park location.
These guys sell out of pizza every day, so best to get there close to open.
31 locals recommend
The Independent Pizzeria
4235 E Madison StThese guys sell out of pizza every day, so best to get there close to open.
Ethan Stowell is the chef behind this new to Madison Park restaurant which has siblings in the Queen Anne neighborhood and in New York. He’s a local favorite and doesn’t disappoint!
8 locals recommend
How To Cook A Wolf - Madison Park
4200 E Madison StEthan Stowell is the chef behind this new to Madison Park restaurant which has siblings in the Queen Anne neighborhood and in New York. He’s a local favorite and doesn’t disappoint!
Just a few doors down from Caroline’s antique shop, this is a go-to coffee spot/lunch spot/afternoon cookie spot. Neighborhood feel and great eats!
12 locals recommend
Madison Kitchen
4122 E Madison StJust a few doors down from Caroline’s antique shop, this is a go-to coffee spot/lunch spot/afternoon cookie spot. Neighborhood feel and great eats!
Nishino
3130 E Madison StTop 3 sushi on this planet. Fantastic tasting menus.
We have celebrated 9 anniversaries here! A favorite in the neighborhood, the tapas and Spanish wine selection are unbeatable.
77 locals recommend
The Harvest Vine
2701 E Madison StWe have celebrated 9 anniversaries here! A favorite in the neighborhood, the tapas and Spanish wine selection are unbeatable.
Cafe Flora
2901 E Madison StThis vegetarian restaurant also has great gluten free options.
Luc
2800 E Madison StDelicious French bistro fare. Keep an eye out for the Chef in the Hat!
Voilà! Bistrot
2805 E Madison StRustic French food and great wine list.
Feed Co Burgers
1190 24th AveA casual spot that hits the spot!
Family run sushi spot. Great, reasonably priced food.
17 locals recommend
Jae's Asian Bistro and Sushi
2801 E Madison StFamily run sushi spot. Great, reasonably priced food.
Aglio e Olio
2743 E Madison StDon’t let this hole in the wall fool you, the food is delish!
Sightseeing
Built in 1960, this is a restful spot to slow down and enjoy a walk or feed the koi fish. Admission is $8, or $6 for Seattle residents and $4 for children.
203 locals recommend
Seattle Japanese Garden
1075 Lake Washington Blvd EBuilt in 1960, this is a restful spot to slow down and enjoy a walk or feed the koi fish. Admission is $8, or $6 for Seattle residents and $4 for children.
Located in Seattle Center, this exhibit celebrates the work of neighborhood artist and Seattle favorite, Dale Chihuly.
723 locals recommend
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StLocated in Seattle Center, this exhibit celebrates the work of neighborhood artist and Seattle favorite, Dale Chihuly.
This public park on the Puget Sound waterfront was built by the Seattle Art Museum and features outdoor sculptures and beautiful views of the sound.
653 locals recommend
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western AveThis public park on the Puget Sound waterfront was built by the Seattle Art Museum and features outdoor sculptures and beautiful views of the sound.
Golden Gardens is a public park area in Ballard – about a 20/25 minute drive. There are wetlands, beaches, hiking trails, picnic spots, and playgrounds – something for everyone! The views are worth the drive.
728 locals recommend
Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NWGolden Gardens is a public park area in Ballard – about a 20/25 minute drive. There are wetlands, beaches, hiking trails, picnic spots, and playgrounds – something for everyone! The views are worth the drive.
Neighborhoods
This little neighborhood has tons of great local shops and restaurants. Wander east down Madison Street and you'll end up at the beach!
61 locals recommend
Madison Park
This little neighborhood has tons of great local shops and restaurants. Wander east down Madison Street and you'll end up at the beach!