City park · Ballard
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Ballard’s sandy beach pairs driftwood sunsets with views of the Olympics. Local editors regularly suggest it for bonfire season and tidepool rambles; Seattle Parks notes seasonal fire pit operations—check signage before you spark.
· Fremont
Korean dishes with French technique, craft cocktails
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Dim sum restaurant · International District
Authentic Cantonese dim sum with flavorful dumplings and Peking duck
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Sushi restaurant · Madison Park
Inventive sushi in an art-filled space, known for omakase
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Kaiseki restaurant · Belltown
Artful kaiseki plates, extensive sake menu, intimate setting
20 Postcards
Bar · Pike Place Market
Spanish libations, small plates, and a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
21 Postcards
Halal restaurant · Pioneer Square
Halal Guys: Chicken, gyro, falafel platters, famous sauces
Bagel shop · Fremont
Crackly, chewy bagels with creative schmears & sandwiches.
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Restaurant · Columbia City
Kathi rolls, chana chaat, mango lassi, flavorful fries
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Cafe · Fairmount Park
Cozy house cafe, locally sourced coffee, pastries, live music
Dim sum, HK-style eats, late-night hours, diverse menu