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Ballard Blossom
Category:
Gift Shops
1766 NW Market St
Seattle,
Washington 98107
Ballard Blossom was amazing! I had just gotten accepted to medical school and, as always, was very...
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Ballard Blossom was amazing! I had just gotten accepted to medical school and, as always, was very busy and still wanted to thank my advisors. Ballard Blossom is open early, I went in and they put together three beautiful bouquets AND found me great cards and included the gift cards I had bought! The flowers aren't cheap (but are any flowers today?) but they're beautiful!!! They have an extensive online selection that includes gift baskets, vases, and plants.
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If you are going to be throwing a party - stop here FIRST! If you don't have any ideas, just by...
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If you are going to be throwing a party - stop here FIRST! If you don't have any ideas, just by walking through this store - you will come up with some! They have everything you can think of and more. Lots of great party themes and everything you need to create the perfect party atmosphere. Very reasonable prices and helpful employees!
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ok, i read the review from seattlenewbie and i totally understand what happened. I think a little...
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ok, i read the review from seattlenewbie and i totally understand what happened. I think a little explanation is in order. For many years Traveller's has been THE best source for herbs, clothing, books, and other miscellanities of life elsewhere on the planet. The owner has spent a lot of time in India, but other parts of asia, as well as south america and the Caribbean are represented.
People come to Traveller's for their chai, which is among the best i've ever tasted. Definitely the best in Seattle. They've recently expanded their services and are now offering a full thalia served traditionally every weekend. As cool as this is, it's caused some trouble.
Adjusting to being a part-time restaurant has been difficult and many of the staff and ownership have found themselves overextended. I've noticed that the usual friendliness sometimes gives way to impatience now, but please try to understand. These are great people trying to do something that's not easy. I'm sure once everyone's adjusted to the new set up it will return to the friendly place it's always been.
Sorry you caught them on a bad day Seattlenewbie, here's hoping your next experience there is a good one :D
Pros: Parking, knowledgable sales staff, community atmosphere, delicious Thalia
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If you are planning a trip, this is the place to go. You can always find an appropriate book, or...
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If you are planning a trip, this is the place to go. You can always find an appropriate book, or a helpful item to take with you. In addition, the staff is amazing -- they are travelers themselves, and often have helpful information to share. The events at the store are also wonderfully informative and well-organized.
Cons: helpful staff, great selection
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La Rousse
Category:
Gift Shops
430 Virginia St
Seattle,
Washington 98101
This is a great boutique- friendly owner, not pushy and a GREAT selection of clothes and ...
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This is a great boutique- friendly owner, not pushy and a GREAT selection of clothes and accessories. There is a nice price range too, something for for everybody! I also love Laddie, the sweetest 3-legged pup around!
I have bought jeans, a dress, a belt and a tank top to name a few, wearing them all over and over!
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You have to love this place!! I disagree that there clothes are overpriced-- some are expensive,...
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You have to love this place!! I disagree that there clothes are overpriced-- some are expensive, but they hit all price-points and some of the even less expensive clothing I have bought there have become the favorite pieces in my closet. They always have sales and not 10-20% off -- there is always a 50% off rack. I love to run in there when one of my kids just broke my sunglasses and can get a stylish pair for 14 dollars! I always get comliments on the items that come from Queen Anne Dispatch!
Also, their shoe selection is wonderful -- I am a huge Merrell fan as I have feet problems and yet am always walking the kids with the dog and need comfortable shoes (and they come in such cute styles that they always update! Much better selection than Nordstrom or Sole Feet in Merrells).
As far as their staff, people who have critized them really need to get over themselves. The hardworking Mother is a hoot, whether she is moody or not, and her daughter's are delightful!! They have worked very hard in this shop and I admire them. They have truly taken the Mom-and-Pop Shop to the next level.
Go in and give it a try!! You can even mail something out while you are at it which is wonderful to be able to get that done as well!!
Thank you for your wonderful shop, Queen Anne Dispatch!!!
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Its nice that the shelving is low and you can see across the entire store. There is always a good...
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Its nice that the shelving is low and you can see across the entire store. There is always a good deal and someone around to help you. Wine tasting on Thursdays is a big hit!
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Portage Bay Goods
Category:
Gift Shops
706 N 34th St
Seattle,
Washington 98103
(206) 547-5221
The Portage Bay Cafe is absolutely the best place to eat breakfast! The Pancake Breakfast Bar is...
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The Portage Bay Cafe is absolutely the best place to eat breakfast! The Pancake Breakfast Bar is amazinly delicious - serving pancakes with ALL the great choice toppings - fresh fruits, whip creme, butter and flavored syrups! On weekends, there can be a long wait but it's all worth it! They can easily accomodate larger parties. And the prices are super cheap and you get a TON!
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Babeland
Category:
Gift Shops
707 E Pike St
Seattle,
Washington 98122
(206) 328-2914
When I go shopping for adult toys, I want a staff that is friendly but not too friendly,...
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When I go shopping for adult toys, I want a staff that is friendly but not too friendly, knowledgeable but not disturbingly so . . . Similarly, when I read a review of an adult toy store, I want it to be specific but not . . . yes, exactly. This is a wonderful woman-owned store with an open, extremely positive atmosphere, and their products are . . . well, just look at my rating.
And now that you’ve read a coy and silly review (though very sincere) of this deserving establishment, please let me recommend Kristine’s much more thorough and serious post. I agree with her every word.
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Seattle is sooo lucky to have Borrachinis because it is a real Italian bakery. Cannolis are...
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Seattle is sooo lucky to have Borrachinis because it is a real Italian bakery. Cannolis are delicious. Their cakes are famous - great for birthdays and weddings. It is a Seattle icon, yet there are many people that don't know about it. My favorite thing about this place is that it is so different from any other bakery in Seattle. It is a memorable expereince to go there because it is more like a bakery you would see in Italy or maybe New York. If you like ethnic bakeries, you will love this place! The food is very special, and the cakes are cheap.
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