Capitol Hill Recommendations
food
One of the best Japanese Katsu places in Seattle. Get there early and expect a line. Weekday is less busy than weekend.
Kobuta & Ookami Katsu and sake house
121 15th Avenue EastOne of the best Japanese Katsu places in Seattle. Get there early and expect a line. Weekday is less busy than weekend.
Great ramen spot. I love that you can pick and choose the type of noodle and broth you want (and saltiness). Book via yelp.
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Ramen Danbo
1222 E Pine StGreat ramen spot. I love that you can pick and choose the type of noodle and broth you want (and saltiness). Book via yelp.
a bit expensive, but amazing Korean bbq joint. Be sure to make a reservation via RESY.
Meet Korean BBQ
500 East Pike Streeta bit expensive, but amazing Korean bbq joint. Be sure to make a reservation via RESY.
One of the country's largest purveyors of farmed shellfish. Love their weekday happy hour. :)
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Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar
1521 Melrose AveOne of the country's largest purveyors of farmed shellfish. Love their weekday happy hour. :)
Pelicana Chicken
725 East Pine StreetBEST Korean fried chicken in town.
Fantastic Ice cream - pro-tip: you can skip the line if you purchase a pint, and they have waffle cones to go!
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Salt & Straw
714 East Pike StreetFantastic Ice cream - pro-tip: you can skip the line if you purchase a pint, and they have waffle cones to go!
Tacos Chukis
219 Broadway EGreat spot for cheap tacos
Nautically themed semi-dive bar with fun cocktails and one of the best burgers on the hill.
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Bait Shop
606 Broadway ENautically themed semi-dive bar with fun cocktails and one of the best burgers on the hill.
Delicious food and drinks; and they are vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian friendly. They also serve dinner on Friday and Saturday.
Finch & Pine
711 Bellevue Ave EDelicious food and drinks; and they are vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian friendly. They also serve dinner on Friday and Saturday.
handmade doughnuts with seasonal jams and custards. yum!
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General Porpoise Doughnuts
401 1st Ave Shandmade doughnuts with seasonal jams and custards. yum!
Great pasta in a cozy, rustic space with an open kitchen.
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Spinasse
1531 14th AveGreat pasta in a cozy, rustic space with an open kitchen.
Great tacos - campechano taco is my favorite.
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Carmelos Tacos
110 Summit Ave EGreat tacos - campechano taco is my favorite.
Great tapa place. They also serve brunch and shandies in the morning. Outdoor seating available.
MariPili Tapas Bar
1117 12th AvenueGreat tapa place. They also serve brunch and shandies in the morning. Outdoor seating available.
Baiten
510 East Pine StreetIf you love Japanese desserts
It is not the best sushi place but it is a great spot for casual Japanese dining. Besides, they have the cutest courtyard garden. Very close to the airbnb.
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Momiji
1522 12th AveIt is not the best sushi place but it is a great spot for casual Japanese dining. Besides, they have the cutest courtyard garden. Very close to the airbnb.
Betsutenjin Ramen
954 E Union StCozy Japanese ramen shop dishing up Hakata-style pork bone ramen.
Fern Thai Eatery & Bar
My new favorite Thai place on the hill.
Tamari Bar
500 E Pine Stgreat Japanese street food options.
Technically located in East Lake but very close to Capitol Hill. If you want good Korean BBQ in the city but find MEET (the other Korean BBQ joint recommended in my guide) too expensive, I recommend this place. They also have a great selection of non-bbq food items. Be sure to make a reservation.
Son Of A Butcher
Technically located in East Lake but very close to Capitol Hill. If you want good Korean BBQ in the city but find MEET (the other Korean BBQ joint recommended in my guide) too expensive, I recommend this place. They also have a great selection of non-bbq food items. Be sure to make a reservation.
Technically H mart, but it is called M2M on Capitol Hill. Not sure why because they close at 9:30 PM. It is very close to the Airbnb. Fun spot to grab Asian grocery. There is a Korean bakery inside.
M2M Mart
Technically H mart, but it is called M2M on Capitol Hill. Not sure why because they close at 9:30 PM. It is very close to the Airbnb. Fun spot to grab Asian grocery. There is a Korean bakery inside.
Outdoor dining available. Love is blind was filmed there. :)
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Poquitos, Capitol Hill
1000 E Pike StOutdoor dining available. Love is blind was filmed there. :)
Not on Capitol Hill but less than a 15-min drive away from the Airbnb. It is my favorite outdoor oyster spot in Seattle. If it’s fully booked, just show up and see if they have Adirondack chairs by the water. They usually do. A great water view! In rainy seasons, make sure you book in advance since walk-in seatings are limited.
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Westward
2501 N Northlake WayNot on Capitol Hill but less than a 15-min drive away from the Airbnb. It is my favorite outdoor oyster spot in Seattle. If it’s fully booked, just show up and see if they have Adirondack chairs by the water. They usually do. A great water view! In rainy seasons, make sure you book in advance since walk-in seatings are limited.
Great vegan donut options. My go to flavor is raspberry. I am not a vegan but their raspberry donut is delish.
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Mighty-O Donuts Capitol Hill
1400 12th AveGreat vegan donut options. My go to flavor is raspberry. I am not a vegan but their raspberry donut is delish.
OG fancy ice cream in Seattle. Very close to the airbnb.
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Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream
917 E Pine StOG fancy ice cream in Seattle. Very close to the airbnb.
To be honest, not my favorite but it is the only plant based vegan and gluten-free ice cream option on the hill.
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Frankie & Jo's Capitol Hill
1010 E Union StTo be honest, not my favorite but it is the only plant based vegan and gluten-free ice cream option on the hill.
Ox Burger
I love their lao burger and green beans. So good! They have a happy hour from 3 to 6.
One of the brunch options on Capitol Hill. Very close to the Airbnb. Weekend wait times can be quite long but there are a ton of fun shops around to keep you busy while waiting.
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Oddfellows Café + Bar
1525 10th AveOne of the brunch options on Capitol Hill. Very close to the Airbnb. Weekend wait times can be quite long but there are a ton of fun shops around to keep you busy while waiting.
I'm always surprised more people don't know about this place. One of my favorite coffee shops, Analogue Coffee, runs this place; hence they are close to each other. A great brunch option on your way to the downtown.
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b~side foods
421 E Thomas StI'm always surprised more people don't know about this place. One of my favorite coffee shops, Analogue Coffee, runs this place; hence they are close to each other. A great brunch option on your way to the downtown.
Love their chirashi bowls and bentos.
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Rondo Japanese Kitchen
224 Broadway ELove their chirashi bowls and bentos.
One of the best sushi restaurants in Seattle. It offers an exquisite omakase experience ($120 when seated at a table and $140 at the sushi counter). It also offers a $48 sake pairing. Sake pairing is very generous and dangerous at the same time. :) Very close to the airbnb. Plan early and make a reservation.
Ltd Edition Sushi
One of the best sushi restaurants in Seattle. It offers an exquisite omakase experience ($120 when seated at a table and $140 at the sushi counter). It also offers a $48 sake pairing. Sake pairing is very generous and dangerous at the same time. :) Very close to the airbnb. Plan early and make a reservation.
Kōbo Pizza
Japanese + Detroit style pizza inside redhook brewlab. Yum!
morfire
Thai-style hot pot. GF and vegan options available. Very close to the airbnb.
All-day breakfasts & late-night weekend hours, known for their eggs Benedict. Very close to the airbnb.
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Glo's
928 E Olive WayAll-day breakfasts & late-night weekend hours, known for their eggs Benedict. Very close to the airbnb.
They have been Seattle’s most popular mobile french bakery. In 2023, they opened their first cafe and bakery counter in Capitol Hill’s Loveless Building. Stop by on your way to Volunteer Park.
The French Guys Bakery
They have been Seattle’s most popular mobile french bakery. In 2023, they opened their first cafe and bakery counter in Capitol Hill’s Loveless Building. Stop by on your way to Volunteer Park.
drink
Cute plant decor, tasty drink options.
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Rachel’s Ginger Beer
1610 12th AveCute plant decor, tasty drink options.
Unobtrusive door (kinda speakeasy?). A tiny spot but great vibes and amazing drinks.
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Foreign National
300 E Pike StUnobtrusive door (kinda speakeasy?). A tiny spot but great vibes and amazing drinks.
one of the world’s largest spirit selections; great cocktails
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Canon
928 12th Aveone of the world’s largest spirit selections; great cocktails
Great selection of natural wine with frozen drinks & inventive snacks. Check out the bathroom! #bathroomselfie
La Dive
721 East Pike StreetGreat selection of natural wine with frozen drinks & inventive snacks. Check out the bathroom! #bathroomselfie
Fantastic Tiki Cocktails and one of the largest Rum libraries in the country. Be sure to check out the speakeasy bar inside.
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Rumba
1112 Pike StFantastic Tiki Cocktails and one of the largest Rum libraries in the country. Be sure to check out the speakeasy bar inside.
50 taps with a wide variety in selections of beer and cider. Kid friendly. Rotating food trucks -- check out their website for more details.
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Chuck's Hop Shop & Kegs to go
2001 E Union St50 taps with a wide variety in selections of beer and cider. Kid friendly. Rotating food trucks -- check out their website for more details.
Check out the art wall full of local and current artists' work. Very artsy vibes.
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The Hideout
1005 Boren AveCheck out the art wall full of local and current artists' work. Very artsy vibes.
One of the oldest bars on the hill. A great selection of Belgian beer.
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Stumbling Monk
1635 E Olive WayOne of the oldest bars on the hill. A great selection of Belgian beer.
Nekter Juice Bar
Great juice bar close to the Airbnb
This is the only Doctor's office that I am happy to visit. :) Good cocktails. I wouldn't go there for their food.
The Doctor's Office
This is the only Doctor's office that I am happy to visit. :) Good cocktails. I wouldn't go there for their food.
Flight Wine + Chocolate
Cozy bar showcasing artisanal chocolates, wine & snacks, plus happy hour.
Coffee & Tea
Fantastic matcha and boba beverages. It is my favorite boba place in Seattle. Very close to the Airbnb. My new obsession is Brown Rice Gyokuro. I get it with matcha cream instead of cheese foam and boba. It is so good! Don't order soft serve. It is ok. :(
Atulea
1715 12th AvenueFantastic matcha and boba beverages. It is my favorite boba place in Seattle. Very close to the Airbnb. My new obsession is Brown Rice Gyokuro. I get it with matcha cream instead of cheese foam and boba. It is so good! Don't order soft serve. It is ok. :(
Analog Coffee
235 Summit Ave EFantastic coffee joint #1000
PLEASE please try one of their seasonal or signature coffee drinks. They are served in a fancy cocktail glass. One of my favorite coffee joints on the hill.
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Ghost Note Coffee
1623 Bellevue AvePLEASE please try one of their seasonal or signature coffee drinks. They are served in a fancy cocktail glass. One of my favorite coffee joints on the hill.
Victrola has multiple locations throughout the neighborhood, but the original location on 15th is still the best in our opinion
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Victrola Coffee & Art
411 15th Ave EVictrola has multiple locations throughout the neighborhood, but the original location on 15th is still the best in our opinion
This is the Willy Wonka of Starbucks locations. Even if you are not into Starbucks, it may be worth your time. Very close to Melrose Market.
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Starbucks Reserve Roastery
1124 Pike StThis is the Willy Wonka of Starbucks locations. Even if you are not into Starbucks, it may be worth your time. Very close to Melrose Market.
NEKO - A Cat Cafe
519 E Pine StTake a beverage break with adorable kitties.
Dont Yell At Me
Another great bobba place on the hill. They offer more jelly options than Atulea. :)
Different expresso options and great hot chocolate.
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Espresso Vivace
532 Broadway EDifferent expresso options and great hot chocolate.
Don't let the name fool you. Even if you don't need a bike repair, I promise you will enjoy this cute store. It is such a nice spot to sit down and rest. A good selection of drinks, including coffee.
Good Weather Bicycle & Cafe
1424 11th AveDon't let the name fool you. Even if you don't need a bike repair, I promise you will enjoy this cute store. It is such a nice spot to sit down and rest. A good selection of drinks, including coffee.
Shopping
If you want shopping but hate malls, I recommend U village. Free parking available. You can take a Light Rail there (University of Washington station) and visit U District later for food. U District has a ton of cheap Asian food options almost as much as International District.
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University Village
2623 NE University Village StIf you want shopping but hate malls, I recommend U village. Free parking available. You can take a Light Rail there (University of Washington station) and visit U District later for food. U District has a ton of cheap Asian food options almost as much as International District.
Sightseeing
Take the Seattle Monorail from the Westlake Center building (400 Pine Street, 3rd Floor) to Seattle Center. It is the most fun way to visit the Space Needle IMO. The Space Needle entrance is a few yards from the monorail station.
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Aguja Espacial
400 Broad StTake the Seattle Monorail from the Westlake Center building (400 Pine Street, 3rd Floor) to Seattle Center. It is the most fun way to visit the Space Needle IMO. The Space Needle entrance is a few yards from the monorail station.
Consejos para la ciudad
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Capitol Hill Sunday Farmers Market
Very close to the Airbnb -- fun market for produce, meat, fish, cheese, wine & more, plus hot food stands; open Sun year-round.
11 AM - 3 PM
E Denny Way between Broadway & 10th Ave E (aka E Barbara Bailey Way)
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Capitol Hill Art Walk
2nd Thursday of every month
https://capitolhillartwalk.com/
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On The Block Second Saturdays
"On the Block: Second Saturdays" is a new monthly Creative Street Market between May and October on 11th Ave between E Pike & E Pine created for and by local artists. It runs from 1 to 9 PM.
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The Spheres
Stroll through the Spheres indoor gardens which will be open to visitors by reservation during the first and third Saturday of each month free of charge. Reservations open 15 days in advance online.
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Volunteer Park Conservatory
Located in the heart of Volunteer Park. Made up of 3,426 glass panes fit into a wood and iron framework, this Victorian-style greenhouse structure is modeled on London's Crystal Palace. Highly recommended for my fellow plant parents. Closed on Monday.
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Melrose Market
Hip, modern-rustic shopping & dining destination within historical automotive buildings. Lots of fun shops — glasswing is my favorite.
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Madison Park Beach
One of the most popular swimming beaches in Seattle, Madison Beach has a grassy area where sunbathers can relax and enjoy a stunning view of Lake Washington. It is the closest beach to Capitol Hill. A very popular spot for locals -- it is where Capitol Hill peeps go for sunbathing and swimming. If you go, please try Independent Pizzeria. It is one of my favorite pizza places in Seattle.
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Asian Art Museum
Admission is FREE to everyone on the last Friday of each month at Seattle Asian Art Museum.
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Seattle Art Museum
Admission is FREE to everyone at the Seattle Art Museum downtown on the first Thursday of every month. Also on the first Thursday of each month, art lovers are encouraged to come and tour Pioneer Square galleries. My favorite galleries/shops are Fruitsuper, Soil, J. Rinehart, Zinc, Shift and Foster/White.