Frostē Bar slushies, Korean-Mexican fusion tacos, rooftop patio
"This warm-weather happy place known as Phinney Station is the sister spot to Ridgewood, and just like their older sibling, they take slushies seriously. And since Phinney Station serves hard liquor, the gummy candy-topped slushies are spiked with more than just wine and beer. We’d go through great lengths for their biting frosé, creations featuring fresh watermelon, or anything blue. Trust the blue." - gabe guarente, aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley
"Phinney Ridge’s patio situation used to be all wimpy decks and sidewalk sets. Then, this double-decker astroturf playpen sprouted up from an old auto repair shop. It's a good place to slurp pristine, milkshake-thick frosé slushies, rum-heavy blue hawaiians, and alcohol-free watermelon coolers. They also have an on-site food truck making crackly fish tacos, fries dressed with queso fresco-blasted bulgogi beef and sriracha aioli, and pulled pork quesadillas brightened by caramelized onions and guacamole—each worth ordering, even though they won't change your life. Grab your booze and snacks, then linger for an indeterminate amount of time at a marble table out in front or on the second-story rooftop. Essentially, consider Phinney Station a North Seattle alternative to Citizen." - Aimee Rizzo
"Phinney Station is a double-decker astroturf playpen that sprouted up from an old auto repair shop. It's a good place to slurp pristine, milkshake-thick frosé slushies, rum-heavy blue hawaiians, and alcohol-free watermelon coolers. They also have an on-site food truck making great snacks like crackly fish tacos, fries dressed with queso fresco-blasted bulgogi beef and sriracha aioli, and pulled pork quesadillas. Grab your booze and food, then linger for an indeterminate amount of time at a marble table out in front or on the second-story rooftop. " - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley, gabe guarente
"Phinney Ridge’s patio situation used to be all wimpy decks and sidewalk sets. Then, this double-decker astroturf oasis sprouted up from an old auto repair shop. Here, you can slurp pristine milkshake-thick slushies like sweet pink frosé, rum-spiked blue hawaiians, and alcohol-free watermelon coolers. Then, all that’s left to do is linger for an indeterminate amount of time at a marble table out in front or on the second-story rooftop arcade. And while the bar is pretty low for any ol’ Seattle food truck, their on-site cart surpasses expectations, with great munchies like crackly fish tacos, fries dressed with queso fresco-blasted bulgogi beef and sriracha aioli, and pulled pork quesadillas brightened by caramelized onions and guacamole. Essentially, consider Phinney Station a North Seattle alternative to Citizen. " - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley, gabe guarente
"The same folks who have blessed us with sake margarita slushies at Ridgewood Bottle & Tap have turned an old gas station and auto body shop into a neighborhood taphouse. And while Phinney Station has odes to the former business, they won't be doing oil changes. Instead, look for snacks like bulgogi fries and chicken quesadillas, frozen drinks courtesy of the Frostē Bar, and a rooftop deck. We tried Phinney Station and added it to the Hit List. Read our thoughts here." - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo, gabe guarente