"Seattle’s best-kept secret is its summer sun, which tends to peek out from mid-July through October. Soak it up atop the outdoor terrace at Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails, where the view is phenomenal and the vibe is casual. At this PNW rooftop bar—part of the Motif Seattle hotel—you can settle your soirée around the bar’s outdoor fireplace or firepit table while sipping a local beer and munching from a menu featuring strictly regional cuisine. (Don’t miss the basil raspberry cheesecake from local bakery Sweet Nothings and More.)" - Dana Brindle