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Gas Works Park offers sprawling green hills, stunning Seattle skyline views, and quirky industrial ruins perfect for picnics, kite flying, and sunsets.

Tucked in Ballard, this casual spot dishes out delicious Cajun-inspired eats like po' boys and gumbo, complete with a cozy patio and crafty cocktails.

Waterwheel Lounge: a beloved '70s dive in Ballard serving strong drinks, comfort food, and killer karaoke amid a laid-back, friendly crowd.

Saint Bread is a waterfront bakery in a converted boatyard serving globally inspired pastries, inventive breakfast sandwiches, Japanese BBQ, and year-round heated patio vibes.

Rachel's Ginger Beer in U Village is a bubbly haven for ginger lovers, serving craft sodas with inventive flavors and delightful floats, perfect for a sunny Seattle day.

The Walrus and the Carpenter is a cozy Ballard oyster bar offering fresh Pacific Northwest bivalves, inventive small plates, and creative cocktails.

Homegrown is a counter-serve spot in Queen Anne serving fresh, sustainably sourced sandwiches, salads, and hearty bowls with local farm flair.

Vito's, a vintage First Hill haunt, serves up classic Italian dishes and cocktails in a cozy, dimly-lit setting with live jazz vibes and a storied past.

This sleek Fremont bakery whips up standout sourdoughs, flaky croissants, giant cinnamon rolls, and seriously crave-worthy cookies.

Mutual Fish is a beloved family-run seafood market in South Seattle, renowned for its fresh catch, live shellfish, and friendly service since 1947.