Seattle

Located along Post Alley in the iconic Pike Place Market, The Pink Door has been serving up incredible Italian cuisine to the people of Seattle since 1981. In addition to serving up amazing meals, The Pink Door is a beloved institution in the city because of the warm and welcoming ambiance it offers.

Each word of Ghost Alley Espresso’s name has a meaning – they serve espresso, they’re located in Post Alley, and there have long been reports of ghostly encounters with a spirit that’s said to be Arthur Goodwin, one of the market’s first managers who had a hand in designing the buildings! Although there are paranormal reasons to head to this Seattle coffee joint, there are some that are a little more grounded, like the artisanal coffee brews from some of the city’s best roasteries.

Located near Pike Place Market, Bacco Cafe offers a breakfast and lunch menu filled with cuisine inspired by flavors of the Pacific Northwest. Try the brioche french toast or one of the freshly squeezed juices like the Milan, made from cucumber, apple, celery, and ginger.

If you can’t decide what to eat, head to Pike Place Market to browse the vendors for your ideal meal or try small bites from a variety of sellers. If you’re looking for a place to start, consider Ellenos Greek Yogurt which is located right at the entrance of the market. You might encounter a line, even if you get there early, but I promise it’s definitely worth it! I loved the Marionberry Pie flavored yogurt, but if you can’t narrow it down, you can mix different flavors. Piroshky Piroskhy is a more hearty option, with a Russian-inspired menu.

Cafe Campagne is as close to a traditional Parisian brasserie as you can get without actually heading to France! Serving up some great French cuisine as well as a relaxed and refreshing atmosphere, Cafe Campagne is a solid option for any type of diner.

The name isn’t an exaggeration – Matt’s in the Market is located in the heart of Pike Place Market and you can actually see the famous market sign from the windows of the dining room. In addition to unique views, you can enjoy Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine and a wine list filled with varieties from local vineyards.

Located in the hip Pioneer Square neighborhood of Seattle, The London Plane is a combination of a retail store, a bakery, a restaurant, and a flower shop. They choose to work with local farms and gardens to provide their inventory, and you can eat fresh baked goods and other fare like farm-fresh eggs and the quiche of the day at the restaurant. In addition to being a charming market, it’s also a wine bar so try some of the local offerings when you visit!

There’s cheese, and then there’s the mouthwatering and fresh product at Beecher’s Handmade Cheese. It’s seriously good, and they take care to utilize the best possible ingredients during their cheesemaking process which you can see when you look in the windows of the Pike Place Market flagship store.

Taste the flavors of the Caribbean at either one of Un Bien’s locations in Seattle! They specialize in Caribbean-inspired sandwiches but the other options like the fire-roasted corn are equally impressive. The Caribbean Roast Dinner is a hearty filling option – and you’ll probably be surprised by how much food you’re getting for such a great price!

Dough Zone Dumpling House only uses the freshest ingredients in order to provide a high-quality dining experience. The prices are reasonable and the dumplings are made using traditional methods and ingredients. In recent years they’ve expanded all over the west coast, but at their core they are a beloved Seattle establishment.

With locations in Pioneer Square, Laurelhurst, and Capitol Hill, General Porpoise is one of the best places in Seattle to get some freshly made doughnuts. Whether you want a single doughnut now or pick up a dozen to enjoy later, General Porpoise’s doughnuts are sure to impress even the most skeptical customers.

The Walrus and The Carpenter, or The Walrus Bar, is known as a fisherman’s pub and oyster bar in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood. The seafood you can get here is extremely fresh as they work with their vendors to get what’s in season, which is why the specifics of the menu change daily.

Canon is a small and intimate bar that features over 4,000 varieties of liquor – giving it the distinction of having the largest spirit collection in America. So even if you’re super picky about what kind of liquor is used in your cocktails or what type you’ll sip on over ice, you can be pretty sure that Canon will have something to impress you.