A Seattle Guidebook
Essentials
Healthy and delicious prepared foods that are comparable to anything you might order from a delivery service. But without the delivery fees and delivery time, because it's only two blocks away. I recommend the salads, the bolognese , and the butter chicken.
Kitchen & Market
Healthy and delicious prepared foods that are comparable to anything you might order from a delivery service. But without the delivery fees and delivery time, because it's only two blocks away. I recommend the salads, the bolognese , and the butter chicken.
Small grocery store in nearby Madison Park. Lots of variety and quality options. Closes at 10pm.
15 locals recommend
Bert's Red Apple Market
1801 41st Ave ESmall grocery store in nearby Madison Park. Lots of variety and quality options. Closes at 10pm.
Central Co-op
1600 E Madison StThis is where I shop. Healthy produce and generally good parking.
Trader Joe's
1700 E Madison StWhole Foods Market
2210 Westlake AveSafeway
2201 E Madison StHealth and Wellness
Leschi yoga studio on Lake Washington - it's a longish walk or a quickish drive. Sometimes they hold early morning classes on a nearby dock with Mount Rainier in the background. Look up their schedule online.
7 locals recommend
SOL Yoga
200 Lake Washington BlvdLeschi yoga studio on Lake Washington - it's a longish walk or a quickish drive. Sometimes they hold early morning classes on a nearby dock with Mount Rainier in the background. Look up their schedule online.
Transform 180 Fitness - Madison Park Gym
Very short walk to this gym. Weekly passes available.
Food Scene
Madison Park Bakery
4214 E Madison StThree words: Bacon. Maple. Bars.
Slices and salads from the best pizza chain in Seattle, just steps away. Open for lunch or dinner.
229 locals recommend
Pagliacci Pizza
1614 W Dravus StSlices and salads from the best pizza chain in Seattle, just steps away. Open for lunch or dinner.
Excellent savory and sweet European pastries, breakfast, lunch, coffee, and wine.
24 locals recommend
Belle Epicurean Bakery
3109 E Madison StExcellent savory and sweet European pastries, breakfast, lunch, coffee, and wine.
The Harvest Vine
2701 E Madison StExcellent Basque-inspired cuisine including tapas.
Arosa Cafe
3121 E Madison St
Nishino
3130 E Madison StExcellent sushi and sashimi. A bit spendy but worth it.
Hi-Spot Cafe
1410 34th AveMike Walker's iconic Madrona restaurant.
Madison Park Bakery
4214 E Madison StGreat summer beach spot and nice to visit year-round.
Naam Thai Cuisine
1404 34th AveStarbucks
1912 Pike PlCactus Madison Park
4220 E Madison StThe hearty uphill walk to 23rd and Union will make this meal calorie-neutral.
228 locals recommend
Tacos Chukis
219 Broadway EThe hearty uphill walk to 23rd and Union will make this meal calorie-neutral.
Cafe Flora
2901 E Madison StFood so tasty you won't notice how healthy it is.
Araya's Place
2808 East Madison StreetExcellent vegan thai cuisine. Nice courtyard for al fresco dining.
Nick's on Madison
Drinks & Nightlife
BluWater Bistro - Leschi
102 Lakeside AveAlso a restaurant, on Lake Washington.
Parks & Nature
Seattle Japanese Garden
1075 Lake Washington Blvd EArboretum Foundation
2300 Arboretum Dr EThe locals used to call it Hidden Beach. It can be a bit crowded on hot summer days, especially after 5. But it's a really nice swimming spot. On a clear day, swim out about 75 yards and see Mount Rainier to the south. About a 15 minute walk from the apartment or a short drive (street parking may be tight at times).
E Harrison St Shoreline Street End
East Harrison StreetThe locals used to call it Hidden Beach. It can be a bit crowded on hot summer days, especially after 5. But it's a really nice swimming spot. On a clear day, swim out about 75 yards and see Mount Rainier to the south. About a 15 minute walk from the apartment or a short drive (street parking may be tight at times).
Choose between a 2.8 mile paved inner loop (better for people watching) or a 3.2 mile unpaved outer loop (which is better for running). You can also rent paddle boats or join a game of "amigo" (pick-up) soccer.
624 locals recommend
Green Lake
Choose between a 2.8 mile paved inner loop (better for people watching) or a 3.2 mile unpaved outer loop (which is better for running). You can also rent paddle boats or join a game of "amigo" (pick-up) soccer.
Volunteer Park Conservatory
1400 E Galer StTwo shetland ponies live on this double lot with a ponderosa pine forest. They are named "Gaia" and "Firenze." Don't go on the property but you can poke your head over the tall-ish hedge and watch them graze for a moment of zen.
308 31st Ave E
308 31st Avenue EastTwo shetland ponies live on this double lot with a ponderosa pine forest. They are named "Gaia" and "Firenze." Don't go on the property but you can poke your head over the tall-ish hedge and watch them graze for a moment of zen.
Entertainment & Activities
Washington Park Playfield
1017 Lake Washington Blvd EHowe Street Stairs
810 E Howe StSo many stairs, your bum will love it / hate it.
Great selection of classic / cult classic movies in a dinner theater format.
128 locals recommend
Central Cinema
1411 21st AveGreat selection of classic / cult classic movies in a dinner theater format.
Getting around / travel logistics
E Madison St & Lake Washington Blvd station
Take the Number 11 metro bus to downtown or Madison Park
Route 11 to Downtown / Madison Park
Route 8 to Space Needle / Mount Baker (neighborhood)
28th Avenue East & East Madison Street
Route 11 to Downtown / Madison Park
Route 8 to Space Needle / Mount Baker (neighborhood)
There are multiple buses that connect in multiple place around the intersection of Montlake Blvd and SR-520. From here you can quickly get to downtown Seattle, the Eastside (Redmond / Kirkland / Bellevue), and many Seattle neighborhoods.
Montlake Fwy Station
There are multiple buses that connect in multiple place around the intersection of Montlake Blvd and SR-520. From here you can quickly get to downtown Seattle, the Eastside (Redmond / Kirkland / Bellevue), and many Seattle neighborhoods.
Rent a canoe and paddle to Foster Island.
44 locals recommend
University of Washington Waterfront Activities Center (WAC)
3710 Montlake Blvd NERent a canoe and paddle to Foster Island.
Need a place to keep your luggage secure, before or after your stay, check out BagBnB. You can store your luggage at various locations around town for a few bucks.
Tip: there are several locations around town, not just the 1st avenue one shown here. One BagBnB location is just 340 feet from the Capitol Hill light rail station, which will take you right to the airport.
https://bagbnb.com/luggage-storage/seattle
Northwest Tribal Art, a BagBnB partner
1417 1st AvenueNeed a place to keep your luggage secure, before or after your stay, check out BagBnB. You can store your luggage at various locations around town for a few bucks.
Tip: there are several locations around town, not just the 1st avenue one shown here. One BagBnB location is just 340 feet from the Capitol Hill light rail station, which will take you right to the airport.
https://bagbnb.com/luggage-storage/seattle