Really great southern food! I was by the airport and rarely ever come this direction but heard…read moreabout Jude's from a friend and decided to drop by. We walked in around 5pm on a Sunday night and was greeted by a very friendly waiter who offered us a few choices to sit. We ordered the gumbo, the grits plate w blackened catfish, and an eggplant dip appetizer. I'm from the south and didn't know seattle had southern food like this! The ambience was great and food absolutely delicious. Would definitely come again!

Great Cajun food with serious New Orleans vibes…read more Jude's is a great little Cajun spot that really delivers on the food. My wife had the po' boy, and it compared surprisingly well to a true New Orleans-style sandwich--definitely one of the highlights of the meal. Everything we tried was flavorful and well prepared. The ambiance is very Seattle, in the best possible way: casual, eclectic, and perfectly suited to its Rainier Beach Old Town location. The neighborhood can feel a little sketchy, but honestly, that's part of the setting and fits the vibe of the place, so I wouldn't hold that against Jude's. Service was good overall, although it was a little slow considering how small the restaurant is. Still, the food and atmosphere more than made up for it. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for some solid Cajun food with a distinctly Seattle personality.

We hosted our after-wedding party at 1988, and it was the perfect way to end an amazing day. From…read morethe moment we started planning, the team was accommodating, easy to work with, and helped make the process stress-free. The space itself was fun, vibrant, and had such a great atmosphere for celebrating with friends. Our guests had an amazing time, and it was exactly the kind of night we were hoping for after our wedding reception. The drinks were great, the service was attentive, and everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Looking back, we're so happy we chose 1988 for such a special occasion. It created so many fun memories for us and our guests. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host a private event or celebration!

What a gem. Drinks were balanced and so, so interesting. I want to go back to try the rest of the…read moremenu! Loved the cucumber salad, their gangalal drink, and the Pandan drink too!!! 11/10. Props to the owner! I hope he'll consider clear ice cubes for the rocks drinks bc his drinks are next level!! N

Got recommended the baileys on the rocks - best drink I've ever had. This is my third.read more

Warm and friendly place with delicious drinks! Loved the vibe, was a great start to a date night.read more

Such a wide array of cocktails, all of which sound delicious! I got the Cat's Pajamas, which was…read morevery refreshing. My partner got the Normandy Sour, which was quite tasty as well. The bartender is quite knowledgeable and friendly and the vibes in the space are incredible. Would recommend stopping here before dinner at Mioposto!

What a cute spot! So cozy and eclectic!…read more The bartender was so nice and the cocktails were on point! Such friendly patrons as well! We got so many good recommendations for things to do and see. So glad we gave this place a go!

I was curious about this restaurant for months before eventually coming in and regret not coming in…read moresooner! The restaurant ambiance is unmatched and it's obvious they put lots of consideration and care into their design and food. We were so impressed with the empanadas (cheesy chicken and beef) and special sauces. The chicken salad arepas was packed with protein. We can't wait to come back to try their other dishes! Live music is from 7:30-9:30 pm Fri-Sat, followed by karaoke.

Paparepas, a Venezuelan restaurant, have several locations in the Seattle one; we went to the…read moreRenton one. Their flavors are excellent. Though we both liked our entrees, we both thought the protein quality of the mains is just ok. The winning dish is the mini arepas, hands down. I would order those mini arepa for my entree easily. This location is roomy. Service is warm; our server was helpful answering questions. The Food: Arepitas Fritas, $17 - 5+ Stars Four mini arepa in the appetizer section, these start with the same cornmeal (masa de maíz) base as the normal arepa, then topped with cheese, slow cooked beef, quail egg, and pink sauce. These bites are sooooo good! They sell the full-size arepas also, which will likely be a future meal. :) Platanos Fritos, $8 - 5 Stars Gotta love Latin foods with their plantains. Simple and delicious. Theirs are perfectly prepared. Camarones de Ajillo, $19 - 3.5 Stars These shrimps are cooked in garlic, herbs, and cream. The herb butter sauce is excellent, but the shrimps' quality is just ok. We liked it enough but will not order again. Asado Negro Tips, $23 - 3.5 Stars 8 oz of NY strip are cooked cubed in asado sauce, served with yuca fries and quasaca, a mini tomato and avocado salad. Again, the asado sauce is excellent, but the steak pieces are on the tough side. The yuca fries didn't stand out. This is also a 'liked it enough but won't order again' dish.

Really amazing food and service! Aaron had very attentive service! Super chill vibe for a cozy…read morenight out 10/10 recommend.

I heard about this place from a few friends and on IG. The place is small and def recommend to have…read morereservations prior to visiting My friends came on a Tuesday night and were the first ones there. We had a party of 6 and in total I think the bar could sit maybe 15-20 people? The bar is seated on top of biang biang noodle - a great Chinese pulled noodle place. I think def worth eating there and visiting the bar on the same trip! The drinks were great - some unique Asian themed or tea infused cocktails. They had nice mixes of pandan, lychee, and some bai jiu (Asian liquor) drinks too

Service was welcoming and informative! Just let them know what you're looking for and if you have…read moreany questions about their menu and amaro offerings! I don't know much about amaro and it's not 100% my thing, but an amazing place to try things out! Special: wow I wish I could remember the type of fish that was in this spread! I want to say barramundi or branzino?? but am not so sure. It was very soft and spreadable and had a delicious olive oil/pesto on top. Wish I ordered another one of these! The bread texture and grill was ON POINT Spaghetti puttanesca: al dente pasta, delicious tomato sauce. Very good!

Both female store managers followed me throughout the store because they don't want Black Americans…read moreshopping in it. They assumed that because I am Black that I came in there to steal because I couldn't afford any of their wines. The snobby younger manager claimed that I had shoved her in the store proving the lies white women will tell to get Black Americans in "trouble". Moreover, both female managers made it well known they didn't like my presence and didn't want my business. This tacky bottle shop sells overpriced mid grade wines one can easily find at Total Wines and More without the snobbishness.

Tyler is the best! Every time John and I come to ASA, he always takes such good care of us. We…read moreusually just let him pick our drinks and he never misses. He's really knowledgeable about all the different brands and is always showing us something new to try that we probably wouldn't have picked on our own. He's also just really fun to hang out and talk with. He always has a good story and makes the whole experience that much better. You can tell he genuinely cares about his customers and wants you to have a good time. We always look forward to seeing Tyler when we're at ASA!

Asa has quickly become one of my favorite places to ease into the day. I primarily come for the…read morecoffee, but I stay for the sense of community. It's the kind of serene, welcoming space where I can connect with new friends, catch up with old ones, or simply enjoy a quiet moment before the day begins. The service is consistently kind, thoughtful, and helpful. And my favorite order has to be the Orange Dreamsicle, a delicious coffee that comes with a surprisingly delightful orange slice right in the cup! What I love most about Asa is how I leave feeling: replenished, grounded, and ready to face the day. It has become a staple for me. A place where good coffee, genuine connection, and a peaceful atmosphere come together beautifully. Highly recommend.

New businesses have very few opportunities to make a good impression, and we've been wanting to try…read morethis place out. So much so , that we planned our evening for our group around starting here for a couple hours for drinks ... To show open online and not even have the courtesy to post a note or explanation or even when you will "actually" be open ... not a good start as to how customers are likely viewed :( Thur 5:15p EDIT*** Went next door to local shops and restaurants inquiring about the status here at thirst trap ... WELL BEWARE - apparently they've been closed since December, rift and break up in ownership due to business shenanigans... and stealing tips from employees. Basically the ship is going down. Don't waste your time here, give business to places that treat their employees and customers with more respect.

Cocktail bar and lounge in Juanita Village that opened in 2025. Has street parking, and the retail…read moregarage in the same building has free parking for the first 2-3 hours or so. It's at the corner of one of the buildings. Dark, mid sized interior with some cool neon lights and light up marble pattern bar counter. Not very busy when I went at happy hour/dinner time on a Friday night, but the place is busier later at night on Friday/Saturday during the warmer months. Sometimes they have events and DJs. Sat at the bar and tried out some happy hour specials. Got the Korean sauce wings ($12) and cheese truffle fries ($8). Decent amount of fries, definitely has cheese flavor but not that much truffle oil aroma. I liked the wings which you get 6 per order. They weren't fried, but rather tender and juicy. Sauce was agreeable. Definitely enough food for my dinner. As for the drinks, I got the rosemary mule which is Moscow mule with some rosemary herb. The copper mug they use is good sized. Tasted refreshing although could feel the alcohol afterwards. Also tried a corpse reviver no. 2, which was a little sweet but has a punch. Cocktail prices are not cheap outside of happy hour, in the upper teens. Overall, was glad I tried the place out. Will drop by for happy hour once in a while.

Had a wonderful girls' brunch at a spot I've always been curious about! The entrance immediately…read morecaught my attention--cars were constantly pulling in. Since the parking space is quite tight, we decided to park outside and walk in. They don't take reservations, so we walked in and were greeted by a long line! That's when I knew we found a gem, and my expectations instantly went up. After waiting about 20 minutes, we made it to the counter. When I asked the staff what a first-timer should get, they recommended the Chicken & Waffles. We ordered that, along with a mushroom omelet, chicken salad, and a side of pancakes. It had been over a decade since I last ordered Chicken & Waffles, and wow--the chicken here was incredible! No gamey flavor at all, perfectly crispy on the outside, and paired with a wonderfully chewy waffle. The maple syrup wasn't overly sweet, tied everything together beautifully. Our group was thrilled with the rest of the order, too. The salad was a big hit, and the mushroom omelet was fantastic. But the real star was the pancake--it had an amazing chewy texture with a subtle, delicious sourdough tang. Now I completely understand why this place gets so busy in the morning. The overall vibe was lovely, complete with a beautiful view of the lake in the distance. The service was laid-back and casual, fitting the warm, relaxed atmosphere. Paired with great weather, it was the perfect backdrop for catching up and having endless chats with wonderful friends. Truly a memorable morning!

the food is amazing. if you dine in places because you like being doted on and cared for through…read moreservice, you probably won't like it here. you order at the counter and pick it up when it's ready. for me?! sometimes i don't want to people. i want to eat good food and be present with the people i showed up with -- even if it's just me. if that's the case? this place is magic. the french toast is otherworldly...and it's definitely one of a kind. if you like french toast and bread pudding -- try it. if you can suspend what the magic of french toast is SUPPOSED to be and experience it for the creative magic that it ACTUALLY is, you won't regret it.