Outstanding local wine tasting bottle shop. Tucked away in…read morePhinney Ridge. Don't miss this utterly charming and unprentious wine tasting shop complete with blue checkered table cloths covering the outdoor tables. Their charcuterie (two cheeses and one meat) $19 is available alongside almonds $5 and candied pecans $5. We enhanced our board with a delicious can of lemon pepper smoked oysters by Ekone ("from tide to tin") $13. Highly recommend this he has Rustic Bakery flatbread. They have wine by the glass -- we tasted the Clos Du Mont-Olivet 2022 Lirac $15/glass as well as the Henrich Naked Orange (calcareous and natural biodynamic) $15/glass and the Champagne Jacquart "Mosaïque" Rosé $20/glass. We decided on a bottle of the Lirac and a glass of rosé champagne. They also carry local jcoco chocolates chips as well as tinned mackerel, tuna, codfish. The buyer is exceptionally talented. The curated collection of bottles could go up against the better bottle shops in Seattle -- but with a nonchalant aplomb rich with elegant ease shifting gears between bottles of internationally renowned Bollinger $68 and hyper local The Orcas Project 2024 Garnacha $37 or 2025 Nebbiolo $35 or 3 of 6 allocated Chartogne-Talley Saint Anne extra brut for $98. Favorite part? The staff's educational notes about the wines, how they were made, and tasting notes that holds the greatest value of all. So make some time to peruse and enjoy the learning before or while tasting. Exceptional value and deserving of best of neighbor recognition. Mariah serves as a welcoming hostess.

Awesome little wine bar and bottle shop that opened recently I think. I ended up sharing the Orcas…read moreProject flight with my dining partner. The host was super friendly and did a great job explaining each wine. I loved most of the wines we tasted, but especially the white ones. Very crisp and clean. Such a cute shop and its located right next to a restaurant and a bakery.

The frosted and fizzy pop up is absolutely adorable! My friends and I did the flight with snacks,…read morewhich was a steal ($38 for 3 samples and snacks). We were allowed to choose our own or the hostess would select for us. The space is absolutely adorable and the staff has the attitudes to match - they were very friendly. For the pop up, there's a list of sparkling wine and champagne from other wineries to try but you can also have some of the staples from Aluel. It's such a cute spot I will definitely be back.

Looking to enjoy some fine wines without making a trip to the Eastside? Wish granted! You can come…read moreon into Aluel for some nice tastings and light bites that can serve as decent palate cleansers as well. Right on Market yet tucked away with other storefronts is Aluel. I've walked by it many times only to realize 'wow there is a wine room right here!' After meeting a friend here, I settled on one the flights I tasted the - Aluel Signature Flight - '19 Sparkling, '18 Malbec, '18 Regalia, '17 Coat of Arms. my favorite being the Malbec and Coat of arms, which is a red blend and an award winner, along with many of the others on their menu. For bites we got the - pita and hummus plate which just alright at $9. Perhaps we should've sprang for the cheese plate for a bit more at $15. Aluel is a nice place to sample some wines right in the middle of a neighborhood without need to go far. Check it out!

I can't say enough good things about Lantern Brewing. I love their tasting menu - there are a lot…read moreof different options for different tastes including wine and ciders. They rotate it often and I'm always excited to try what's new since they brew their beers in house. Their drinks are very reasonably priced, the space is so open and inviting (especially when it's warm and the patio is open!), and the staff is so kind. I also hosted a private event here, and the owners were very accommodating and helpful. This is a very special neighborhood brewery that you don't want to miss out on. I've been to my fair share of breweries in the Seattle area, and this is my favorite!

I've been to Lantern a couple of times to meet friends. They have a lot of tables inside, but…read moredepending on the time of day, they may fill up. Also note that the place is kid friendly and the stroller and kid contingent tends to dominate the place earlier. If you want to avoid that, that grouo tends to clear out towards 7, consequently freeing up tables. About the beer: when I go to a brewery, especially in the PNW, I tend to eyeball their IPA selection. In the two times I've been to Lantern, what I've noticed is that they haven't had an IPA selection. That isn't terrible in itself, and it kind of forces me to expand my choices. I've had pales and sours (which they had a couple of the times I've gone), and had their gose the last time, which all of us enjoyed. For food, there's usually a truck. Last time was a nice Mexican truck, which was really quite tasty. Parking sucks. Arriving around 6:30 increases your chances because the folks with kids and their SUVs tend to be heading out at that time.

Half price tins on the caviar so we got the paddlefish caviar with onion dip…read more Cozy neighborhood wine shop/wine bar. Staff are so friendly and knowledgeable. We got a little taste of Orange wine since we were so curious about it. Definitely plan to come back again!

Halfseas Wine + Bottle Shop feels exactly like hanging out in your cool friend's living room--all…read morebright woods, minimalist lines, and an effortlessly airy vibe. It's a neighborhood sanctuary where the staff is incredibly sharp but zero-pretension, whether they're guiding you through a rotating glass pour or helping you pick from 400+ bottles on the shelves. The experience is best enjoyed by grabbing a bottle to cork on-site and pairing it with their curated, high-low snack menu. You're here for the Creme Fraiche Dip with thick potato chips (add the caviar for the ultimate glow-up) and the Cheese & Olive Checkerboard with a kick of chili crisp. Between the Truffle & Parmesan Popcorn and a crisp glass of orange wine, it's the kind of place that turns a quick stop into a long, sun-drenched afternoon.

Zen dog is the best guy ever! This tea house is actually the house he is currently living in. He…read morewelcomes you not just a guest to a tea room, but a guest to his own happy place. He shows you to the upstairs and downstairs and the backyard. He offers you 3 tea for $10 and sometimes even for nothing. It is super traditional filled with Chinese calligraphy, paintings, teapots etc. And a ton of tea. I am amazed at his comprehensive collection of tea including all the well known Chinese tea like dragon well, tie guan yin, dian hong, da hong pao, even yellow tea and pu er. My favorite is Dong Ding from Taiwan and ZD Zest blend. He really tries to give you high quality yet fairly priced tea here. I will not hesitate to stop by when I am in the area. Just to sit down, have some tea and great conversations with this great guy!

My boyfriend and I spent our anniversary at ZD's wonderfully-appointed and tranquil tea house…read more We spent almost three hours there, sipping on custom blends, learning about tea pours, and enjoying the atmosphere. The only cost of the whole experience was the tea we decided to purchase and take home - the tasting itself is free and completely un-rushed. This is a great place to go if you love Chinese-style tea, want to converse with fellow tea-lovers over a beautiful wood table for 5-6 (though private bookings are also available), and get to know the quirky and kind Zen Dog.

Can't recommend this place enough! Such a great hidden neighborhood gem with the friendliest staff…read more- Pete was so knowledgeable and enjoyable to chat with and the wines were very flavorful and packed a punch!

I have been a long time eight Bells Customer!…read more Since 2019 in fact!!! Let's chat wine first and read my long backstory afterwards! We love that they serve a Viognier, it's crisp and on the acidic side making it the perfect pairing with fish like halibut or cod! Old Salt is dangerously good! It is so smooth and the perfect one to pick up for anyone new to red wines. David's block is for those that cannot choose a rich red wine. It pairs perfectly for after dinner with dessert. I love it with a tiramisu because of the espresso and chocolate flavors. I love the Syrah, it's an 8 Clone Syrah. It's a very French style Syrah, making it medium bodied. It again is the perfect wine for someone coming into reds. 2019 Southern Voyage - a new one for me! It was in our case as members. It's a blend of 58% Grenache, 23% Mourvedre and 19% Syrah which is becoming a bottle WA blend. It's also becoming a new found favorite of mine! The reason I love Eightbells is that there is something g for everyone. Friends who like whites, friends new to red, or those who know what is up with wine; there's surprisingly new twists on traditional wines here. Making it the perfect place to go and all while being continently located in the city unlike other tasting rooms. ------------------------------------------------ I met Taylor and Kip when we were all on our way back from Greece. Santorini is where we fell in love with Viognier, and it was the first time I think my husband found a wine he truly enjoyed eating with food. We had just gotten engaged on our trip and after having visiting them in the city, finding out they made a delicious vingior, we got back made them our official wine for our wedding! Kip did such a beautiful job on all 3 of the designs! We even chose a magnum of Syrah and had it as our guest book! The people truly make this place what it is and I love that Taylor, as of 202, is the CEO! Making it a second generation urban winery! When we went in the past summer, 2022, I had the pleasure of meeting Pete as well! He was truly a kind soul who knew his wine, but of course, he's a talented sommelier. I have to many bottles personally to count, but I love the fact that they have a glass top. Perfect for events to open a bottle to share and create memories with loved ones! Sincerely check them out if you're in the city! No need to trek all the way to Woodinville this place is perfect!

This is a newish (last year or so?) tasting room in Fremont right under the Aurora bridge. (The…read morewinery itself is not new). They have about 10 wines available by the glass (or bottle) as well as flights. I believe they have a couple beers as well. The staff are really helpful and knowledgeable. There is seating inside for maybe 15-20 people and in the summer they have a couple outdoor tables as well.

Convenient little spot in Fremont with a great peekaboo view of Mt. Rainier on a clear day. Great…read morewines, fair tasting price - $20 for 6.

Very cool cinema with a huge theater. It feels like going back in time and I hope that never…read morechanges!

I should've tried coming here soon after I moved to Ballard! I live like five minutes from here and…read moreI've been missing out for so long. Similar to the Varsity Theater in University District, Majestic Bay Theatres also offer $6 movies all day on Tuesday. Varsity offers that every day, but the Majestic Bay is eons cleaner, has nicer movie screen and sound, and the seat more comfortable than Varsity and I thought it was worth every penny. I went to go watch Mean Girls at 4 pm yesterday. Seems like everybody knows about the Tuesday deal so the 7 pm show was sold out, but there were plenty of seats left for the 4 pm show for obvious reasons. It looks like they only show three movies at a time, and I don't know how often they get new movies, but I'm looking forward to taking advantage of the Tuesday deal more often. Also one thing to note for myself mostly - aisle C was a bit too close to the screen so I recommend sitting around aisle E.

First timers to this winery but not to wineries. Beautiful landscaping, outdoor seating only, and…read morethey pre selected the tasting flight. We didn't eat or snack here. The host was very friendly and knowledgeable. We weren't a fan of the mainly white option, and the preselected tasting menu. We sat outside near a heater, luckily if not I would have been cold, on this rainy day. Also they only waive tasting fee with 3 bottles of wine.

Quaint little winery with beautiful views! Visited with some close friends and was pleasantly…read moresurprised at the wine scene out here. Glad we got to visit Bainbridge while out in Seattle :) We settled in for a wine tasting-- only around $20/person for 4 wines. I also opted for cheese/crackers ($10~). The setup was very DIY-- a quad of carafes to self-serve along with a box of crackers and a pack of goat cheese LOL. Plates, napkins, water, and silverware were available near the front patio. Staff were sweet and accommodating. Our table was flanked by heaters, keeping the cold at bay. Felt so cozy sipping with friends under their pavilion, taking in the brisk autumn air. Their whites were so delicious & sweet! I'm not a dry/buttery wine type of gal-- I like it as juice-adjacent as possible. These were up my alley for sure. LOVE that the grapes are all grown locally. While far from downtown, the vineyard is easy to access with their local bus system, Pingo.