Secret?! i think not. ;) Although it can appear rather secretive if you consider walking through it…read morethe first time (w/o knowing it's a tunnel) and ask yourself upon exiting "I was in an underground tunnel?" Yup. And a super COOL one at that, too. :) Fine shops, great lunch options, and a jackpot of historic Seattle photos - everything from the early days of dumping Pill Hill fill into Elliot Bay to the early Boeing airplanes. Downtown? Take a stroll down this tunnel. It begins/ends in Rainier Square and ends/begins in One/Two Union Square. Happy strolling. :)

I haven't visited enough underground tunnels to know if this one deserves 5 stars or not, so let's…read morework this out, arithmetic-style! 1 star for keeping me out of the rain, cold, and wind and away from motor traffic and waiting for crosswalk signals. 1 star for neat photos of old-time Seattle 1 star for a display of upcoming shows from the 5th Ave 1 star for the convenience store selling cards and snacks. There are also some little deli type eateries, a salon, and an art gallery, though I haven't taken advantage of any of them yet. All in all, this is a pretty spiffy way to get from 7th and Union to 4th and University without having to set foot outside - always a plus when it comes to dealing with Seattle's variable weather.

The garden is beautiful and it's a nice activity to do end of fall/early winter. It used to be free…read morethen they started tickets and now they've increased the price just like anything else. But it's worth going around the holiday time each year. I suggest going on a week day of you can to avoid lines and parking craziness. The first slot 4:30 is less busy also.

Wonderful, festive and pretty affordable for the holidays. Ticket cost $10 per person over 11 years…read moreold. Kids 10 and your gets in for free. The lights were fun to look at and had many floral and crops themed ones. It was also larger than I thought cause from the outside you can see a portion of it. The cafe was also open and I wish I can try all their drinks. Their white hot chocolate with whip cream was so good for the cool weather. Also very glad it did not rain on that day.

We couldn't get a reservation a month ahead, so we decided to walk in around 3:30 on a Friday and…read moregot seated right away. Desiree was so friendly and explained the menu really well. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the halibut and linguine. We also loved the cozy Western vibe. Definitely a must-try if you're in Seattle!

This is our favorite spot for a special occasion meal. You just need to make sure you book online a…read morecouple months out if you're seeking dinner reservations for a particular date. Lunch reservations are easier to come by. The food, ambiance, and service is amazing. Our go-tos are the ragu bolognese and the full size antipasto dish. The antipasto is the best value and is a nice assortment of meats, cheeses, spreads, beans, and pickled veggies. We also enjoyed our desserts; the tiramisu and strawberry shortcake, but found the price point a bit high ($16/dessert). The last two times we went Sam was our server. He was great! Very friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. We're already looking forward to our next visit.

What a fun place to explore. We took the wharf route to get there and had to climb a lot of stairs…read more It was quite brutal for my girlfriend who twisted her ankle on our walk around town. We did make it, but it was slow. I was on the search for a zipper hoodie, but didn't have any success. We're going back tomorrow so hopefully with more exploring we'll find a white one. I did get two small 4x6 prints of some original artwork. One is of the Space Needle and another is of the Pike Place Market iconic sign. I wish she was selling her originals, but I'll settle for the prints. My girlfriend got some hair ties. There was so much to see and places to explore. We are looking forward to going back tomorrow. Day 2 was even more fun than day 1. My girl friend's local cousin bought a fish do we got to see the fish throwing up close. I know it's a gimmick, but it's so fun to see, you don't want to miss out on all these touristy things as a tourist. We used the super secret clean bathrooms which was a blessing. We got lots of great fresh food. We went to the places with the longest lines indicating the food was turning over quickly. I had a list of places I want to eat at. We only made it to 2 on the list. I was disappointed that we missed the grilled salmon sandwich and chowder. We were only here 2 days so we didn't have the stomach for more food. We stuffed ourselves silly.

This is described as the tourist trap that's worth it, when I lived in Seattle everyone who visited…read moreI brought here since it feels like a small slice of Seattle. Now, years later and with my family, this was the first place we stopped at after landing. The things that have changed the most in 13 years was how crowded it was on a Monday. It felt like a weekend crowd and it terrifies me to think how busy it must get on Saturday and Sunday now. I had a route I used to take people but a lot of places have closed now. Still existing, though the lines were super super long. -The old logo starbucks, I think this is the only place that still uses the old bare chest mermaid logo. -The oldest comic book store in the world that is still operating is at Pike Place. -Flower and art market are still fun to walk through, like a farmers market every day.

I first learned about the existence of this place when I saw some really cool photography at an art…read morewalk, and the person representing the photographer mentioned the photos were taken at the Georgetown Steam Plant. They mentioned it was a National Historic Landmark in Seattle, with free tours on second Saturdays. Whoa! I knew I had to check it out. Fast forward a few years later and I finally remembered it on a second Saturday, and set to go there. It's an open house from 10am-2pm, with tours at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30am. We walked in and a kind gentleman at the entrance greeted us and let us know that admission was free, we could walk around and explore the main parts of the plant on our own, read some info displayed along the walls, view art scattered around for an art event they had, and if we like, they accept donations. He also mentioned their next tour was happening in about ten minutes. While waiting for the tour, we explored the main floor a bit, skimming the timeline on the walls, and passing by huge structures; a couple which we later found out are the last remaining operable vertical turbine generators of their kind in the world! The tour was led by a docent who did a wonderful job explaining everything we saw with its historic significance, especially relating to the city of Seattle. I never thought I'd be so engaged in learning about a Steam Plant, but somehow, he made it happen! This tour was awesome. It made me so glad the Georgetown Steam Plant still exists, and hope it continues to for years to come.

What an amazing space! This is a jewel on the south end of Georgetown and the steampunk rating is…read moreoff the chart. I came here to watch an innovative concert and the acoustics and overall experience made for a feast for the senses. The lighting work made for a truly ethereal moment but the permanent hardware is a sight to behold - tanks and pipes and valves galor. Reading the other reviews, I would love to come check out a tour and understand its history more, but it was a huge privilege being able to take in and enjoy the space for a few hours.

This was our first night in town. Our visit started out a little rough, but once they understood a…read moreservice dog they were great and so was he. We had a large party and ordered a few pizzas and several drinks. The staff was very sweet, on point, and the food was amazing (the pepperoni pizza with honey was amazing!).

I liked the freshness of this pizza. Delivery was quick not much of a wait and I ordered two…read moredifferent pizzas. Excellent taste. The thin slice fire pizza didn't have the fire roasted flavor but it's still delicious.

Ah, yes, The Gum Wall. One of the most exciting and disgusting things to see. And for me, it was…read moreone of the hardest/confusing places to find. Not because it is, but because I had no idea where I was in relation to this place. I was mere feet away from here and still somehow took the long way to get here. When I realized this, I wanted to kick myself. Who knew a wall covered in gum would be such a tourist draw. Located in Post Alley just off of Pike Place Market you will find this Seattle marvel. What started as an unexpected way to discard gum, became a well known city landmark. When the nearby Market Theater would not allow patrons to enter with gum, this became an area where that gum would go. At first, the gum had pennies pushed into them, later being removed, but the gum remaining. This wall extends over fifty feet and is as high as eight feet. It has been cleaned on several occasions. Reasons being to preserve the bricks. Not to worry, it returns after each cleaning. One cleaning it was said that 2 tons of gum was removed from the wall. Some contributors to the wall will put designs in their gum. Others, just push it into a mess that ever grows. Mostly on the wall, but anything near the wall can end up with gum on it, including street posts/signs. Great distraction, and definitely earned the tourist trap honor. One of a kind attraction to see.

A little bit disgusting but fun at the same time. Lol! It is located on the street below the big…read morePublic Market Center sign. We purchased gum from the window of the shop at the entrance of the gum alley. After a few minutes of chewing, we were ready to add our contributions. Haha! We went on a Monday around noon and it wasn't crowded at all.

We spent our last evening in Seattle with Chef Traci and it was so much fun! First, she is an…read moreamazing human being who clearly loves and gives so much back to the community she lives in. Our evening started with a tour of the market and we had a total blast tasting samples along the way. The special relationships she has built with so many of the businesses there made our tour extra special! Our group was small which made the cooking class so fun. We whipped up a fabulous meal in not time and everything tasted great! I appreciated her willingness to customize the menu based on my food preferences. We left feeling full and not just in our bellies but also in our hearts for the special evening we had!! Thank you Traci!

This spring I surprised my wife with Chef Traci's Market to Table cooking class at Atrium Kitchen…read more It was an amazing experience, and I'm already wondering when I can bring out-of-town guests. Chef Traci kicked off our morning class with freshly baked pastries as we discussed what we might want to cook that day. Then we headed into Pike Place Market, stopping at multiple businesses to meet the owners and try their delicious products. I've been to Pike Place many times, and there were a handful of shops I was experiencing for the first time. It really felt like we got VIP treatment because of the friendships Traci has built over the years. We picked out a beautiful King salmon and halibut cheeks at Pike Place Fish Market, and I even got to throw and catch a fish! Traci was knowledgeable and shared Pike Place Market's complex history along the way. Once we returned to Atrium Kitchen with our ingredients, we created two beautiful mains with the salmon and halibut, plus a couple of sides with the seasonal market vegetables we had picked up. Then it was time to dig in and enjoy our feast while chatting with Chef Traci and the other guests. There is something very special about being in Pike Place Market early in the morning before the throngs of tourists arrive. I highly recommend the morning tour and cooking class. It felt like a perfect way to experience Seattle's most famous attraction.

​We came in for a date night after dropping our daughter off for Homecoming, and it ended up being…read moresuch a special evening! The food, drinks, and dessert were all fantastic. ​To top it off, a cute high school couple sat a few tables down from us for their own Homecoming dinner. Watching them brought back so many great memories, and we decided to pay for their meal--it's moments like that that restore your faith in high school kids! ​Huge thank you to Fernando for his incredible hospitality and warmth. You are truly amazing! We'll definitely be back.

Very proper old school Italian with tremendous value…read more Caesar, caprese, good bread, puttanesca, simple spaghetti and meatballs all done well

Came by the mural today to pay my respects , grab a bite to eat @ Tai Tung and do some KUNG FU…read moreFIGHTING! Great mutual of " The Master " Bruce Lee & kareem abdul-jabbar out front of an old school dining joint in Chinatown. The was no Game of Death meal but an opportunity to pay respects and dine. Props to for adding a mural to the front of business. It's very lifelike and great branding for a legendary eating establishment.