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The Great Foodening - PAX Foodie Destinations
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So you're comparing inner city, urban transit with suburban transit that serves predominantly middle and upper class communities. Gee, I wonder why Sound Community has nicer, cleaner buses? Again, you don't know what you're talking about. For urban transit, King County Metro is good compared to a lot of other urban transit. You're comparing apples and oranges.
It's about standards. There is no reason why urban transit cannot meet suburban standards aside from systemic apathy. You want to accept mediocrity you go right ahead. It's this acceptance that gives such institutions no motivation for change.
Furthermore you simply don't know how bad Metro can get. Get on the 325 northbound from downtown at peak afternoon/evening during the high summer and tell me how great Metro is. Oh, you haven't done that and have no frame of reference? Shocking, but of course I don't know what I'm talking about.
Numquam magnum ingenium sine mixtura dementiae fuit.
There has never been a great spirit without a touch of insanity.
(Seneca Philosophus, De tranquillitate animis)
As I've already said, you have low expectations, and you see those expectations met. Congratulations, you're part of the problem.
Numquam magnum ingenium sine mixtura dementiae fuit.
There has never been a great spirit without a touch of insanity.
(Seneca Philosophus, De tranquillitate animis)
For those of you visiting from other major urban centers, ignore Turtle. Our bus system is fine and you're already accustomed to inner city transit.
I also love their Avatar Jasmine IPA, but my opinion on it is hardly universal. Also if you can make it up to Ballard, I recommend the Jolly Roger Taproom which is the brewpub for Maritime Pacific Brewing and they have some great beers as well as some good food. If you make it there, be sure to ask what beers are on nitrogen taps at the time!
beer list: http://maritimebrewery.ypguides.net/page/nun9/Brewers_List.html
menu (changes every couple of weeks or so): http://maritimebrewery.ypguides.net/page/nun8/Chefs_List.html
Metro is often on time give or take 5min or if theres a huge accident somewhere, and the busses are clean unless you are ultra stuck up and have some skewed version of clean for a transit system.
Except boston, subways rule.
On that note, if somebody wants to create a mass transit thread, feel free, just keep it civil.
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http://www.piroshkybakery.com/
The twin suns sink beneath the lake,
The shadows lengthen
In Carcosa.
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food is pretty good, quirky atmosphere, but I don't know that I'd recommend a friend go out of their way for it
Also, MrDoctorProfessor, I visited Armandino's right after I saw that episode, and it was as wonderful as I thought it would be. Their sandwiches are hefty and so succulent, and they do give out salumi samples when the line builds (which is every day; though my luck in missing them seems to be an outlier).
Oki! So, eateries...
The Crumpet Shop/.6 miles/British-style Bakery & Cafe/$
A popular stop in the Pike Place area, they're known for their housemade English crumpets. They have an assortment of toppings, whether sweet (nutella, almond butter, gooseberry jam); savoury (black ham, ricotta and pesto); or somewhere in-between (marmite!). They also have sandwiches, soups, and unlimited refills on tea and drip (even if you had espresso).
Umi Sake House/.8 miles/Japanese/$$-$$$
Let it be said that I never skimp on my sushi! This place has proven its worth to me time and time again. Their items are so unique, yet one must never question their deliciousness, for you will be struck down for your insolence when you gorge on monkfish liver, a Yellow Fever and grapefruit margarita! Hearty rolls and a superb selection of sakes. Everything here is flavourful and never boring. Also, late-night happy hour FTW!
Nijo Sushi/1.2 miles/Japanese/$$
Though a bit more simplistic than Umi's, Nijo's take on traditional dishes preserves the twist with a different flare. Along with a consistently low-key friendly staff, they have one of best Happy Hours you'll find. I went here with a big group of PAXers in '08, and they took care of us. Stiff drinks, quality fish, good people.
Juice It/0 miles/Healthy Deli, Juice Bar/$
This place is in the convention center and easy to miss. In fact, I didn't even know it existed until I saw a fellow Enforcer last year with a bowl of tasty greens and asked, "When did you find time to get that?" If I worked near the WSCTC, I would probably eat lunch here everyday. It's great for when you need a boost at PAX and don't feel like waiting for 40 minutes to get a table and/or if you have special dietary needs. Grab a salmon brown rice bowl for cheap, an amazing banana-blueberry shake, or a shot of wheatgrass to get you going.
Will write more!
Love. This. Thread.
That said, if we want to put hours on there, perhaps we can use a different color for all the places that are open after a certain point? That way, we could all tell at a glance which ones are which.
It was good when I went a few years ago but they've since changed ownership and I cant comment now.
This has actually changed. They moved their location to the main floor near the south exit ot Freeway Park a few weeks ago.
If this isn't *food* enough specific feel free to kill. Man, I need out of this office so I can go get some now the craving has set in and this thread has made me starving.
Beer is food in Seattle.
www.dragonfishcafe.com
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(206) 467-7777
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Unfortunately we didn't get a room at the Homewood Suites so we can't cook...
Also, how is the daily grill restaurant at the Sheraton?
I thought that was Portland?
OMG, that looks absolutely delicious!
I will be trying out this place for sure!
Nothing amazing but will suffice.
Alright too bad there's not a continental breakfast at the Sheraton like at Homewood...
Well that just looks ridiculously awesome. I love a good patisserie, thanks for the tip.
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I don't know how I would survive without bangers and mash, quality whiskey, and beer. I figure the mile walk to the convention center is a great way to work off all the excess substances I'll be consuming.
I'll put in my vote for The Honey Hole and Pho Cyclo Cafe being superb as well. Those are two great places near by where I live, but The Honey Hole is probably more accessible to PAX goers who are hoofing it around.
If you have transportation, I highly suggest Voula's Offshore Cafe for breakfast. It's a great place to eat at, although it can get a bit busy on weekend mornings. Go early if you can.
E: I fail at forum posting standards. Here!
The Honey Hole/.7 miles/Sammiches!/$/http://thehoneyhole.com/
Pho Cyclo Cafe/1.3 miles/Vietnamese/$/http://www.phocyclocafe.com/
Voula's Offshore Cafe/4.6 miles/Breakfast Fare/$/http://voulasoffshore.com/
the Melting Pot - near Seattle Center, has happy hour both from 4:30-6:30 and 9:00-11:00, with 50% off cheese fondue, chocolate fondue, all salads, and well drinks. Not exclusive to Seattle, but not in a huge number of places.
Lola - located on 4th avenue, this place has a lot of really, really good food. Two notable standouts are the garlic smashed potatoes, which are probably somewhere in the top five tastiest potato sides of all time. Inexpensive as well, since they can be ordered as a side. The second is the donuts, which are fresh baked, rolled in cinnamon and sugar, and served with vanilla mascarpone. You have to get there pretty early in the day for those though.
For best hot dog value, my personal favorite would be Dog in the Park, located across the street from Westlake Center. Open until 8pm every day, with a wide variety of high quality and flavorful dogs.
For those willing to go all the way to the University District, Schultzy's offers great sausage sandwiches, and the best fries in the city.
Other than those mrt144 seems to have covered everything else worth eating in the city. I can't recommend the Hurricane or Mamma Melina highly enough. And the Ballycastle Sausage Rolls from Kell's are like heaven in your mouth, at only 3 dollars during happy hour.
I'll second that vote (although I think I did earlier in this thread somewhere, too)...they have a Happy Hour drink special every night that is always girly, fun & only $5-$6. It can get pretty busy on weekend evenings, but if you get a table the food and atmosphere is definitely worth it.
Yum!
Any other donut suggestions around the parts?