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Urban Vines
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Grocery Stores
3605 S McClellan St
Seattle,
Washington 98144
(206) 721-3456
I had not realized this before I discovered Urban Vines, but the next best thing to the...
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I had not realized this before I discovered Urban Vines, but the next best thing to the neighborhood bar just may be the neighborhood wine shop. With its exposed brick walls, boutiquey wines & beers, friendly owners, abundant tastings, and dog-friendly atmosphere, Urban Vines is a cozy place in the heart of Mt. Baker where you can sip some wine with the neighbors and feel like a regular. No pressure to know anything about varietals or to make a big investment, Urban Vines is that unique shop that has really cool wines -- and for as low as $10 -- but with none of the attitude. Also, you don't feel like a schmuck if you hang out for a while and drink some of their wine.
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Tana Market
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Grocery Stores
2518 E Cherry St
Seattle,
Washington 98122
(206) 322-3835
Tana Market is without a doubt my favorite convenience store in America! Besides the usual...
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Tana Market is without a doubt my favorite convenience store in America! Besides the usual selection of junk food, they also have an aisle devoted to Ethiopian spices (afrij, a deep orange powder made from hand-picked peppers, is also my favorite spice ever) as well as tea and other things from Ethiopia. They even have a couple Ethiopian (excellent) beers at very competitive prices. This might be the only convenience store I know of anywhere that's worth making a special trip out of your way to.
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King's BBQ House
Category:
Grocery Stores
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 622-2828
But fat makes things taste good. This is a Chinese BBQ joint, not pig slathered in hickory sick...
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But fat makes things taste good. This is a Chinese BBQ joint, not pig slathered in hickory sick sweet sauce ala Tony Romas, but freshly plucked duck and chicken smoked in a big bit in the back room along side roast pig and chasheiu. So bad for you, but so tasty. Run by a Chinese family. You can usually tell a good Chinese place by its clientèle. Do Chinese go there? I am usually the only white guy there. Good stuff.
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I grew up in South Carolina and we now live in Georgia and even though both states are known for...
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I grew up in South Carolina and we now live in Georgia and even though both states are known for there peaches I had always contended that the best peaches were grown in South Carolina. That is, until my husband and I visited Seattle in September 2005. We stumbled into Pike then eventually Sosio's and once she tried that "Oh My God" peach she was hooked. We spent quite a bit of time and phone calls trying to locate a source once we got back to Atlanta, with no success. Hopefully this will all change now that we stumbled upon this site. Hopefully we will be able to get hooked up with someone who can ship them to us.
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Pike Place Market
Category:
Posters & Signs
1935 1st Ave
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 441-7732
Pike Place is such a fun place for tourists and natives alike. Located downtown by all the...
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Pike Place is such a fun place for tourists and natives alike. Located downtown by all the shopping, Pike Place is a must go farmer's market type place. Local people sell amazing floral arrangements for dirt cheap ($5-35) that last for weeks! There are also really fun and funky shops, such as a magic store, that are full of funky trinkets and interesting things! A must hangout spot as a tourist and native of Seattle.
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Remember when you went down to the corner, picked up a few grocery items from Mr. Hooper, then...
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Remember when you went down to the corner, picked up a few grocery items from Mr. Hooper, then went back to your brownstone in Brooklyn? No? Well neither do I. But Sunset Hill Greenmarket is just that kind fo store. There's no scanning, no glazed over cashier, and no complicated sale days. It's great, somewhat healthy (they still have to have ice cream and treats!), food and it has all the stuff I need that I don't want to go to the supermarket for. Plus, you can stop in to Rain City Video and pick up a movie to go with your Chunky Monkey.
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Bella Cosa
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Grocery Stores
1711 N 45th Street
Seattle,
Washington 98103
This store is lovely, the pannini is great and made with quality ingredients the wine selection is...
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This store is lovely, the pannini is great and made with quality ingredients the wine selection is limited to a small number of nice wines. The staff are warm and friendly and it is just a pleasure to be there.
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The Cheese Cellar
Category:
Grocery Stores
100 4th Ave N, Suite 150
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) .40-4.2743
A local couple started by following their enjoyment of fine foods...they opened The Cheese...
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A local couple started by following their enjoyment of fine foods...they opened The Cheese Cellar.
Importing cheese from around the world, they also provide an array of wines, and specialty foods such as garnishes, olive oils and chocolates.
Thursdays are Cheese and Wine tasting evenings from 4-7pm where you can enjoy the latest pairings for free. Anytime you choose to stop in, their knowledgeable staff will explain the cheese and provide you a sample as well as help you decide how to cook with it.
With a warm atmosphere, you're likely to stop in regularly to chat with the owners and treat yourself to some sheep cheese from France...I know I do!
You may think that fine cheeses are more expensive than your regular cheddar block from the grocery store. It is. But, only a little. I find that I usually consume 1/4 lb. of cheese a week. I eat less of the higher quality cheese because it fills me up faster than the cheaper stuff.
Plus, I'm an organic advocate. Organic cheese is really expensive. Most of the cheeses they provide are from Europe where practices for raising sheep or goats are different from the US. Though they may not be certified, I am confident that the cheese I buy is of the same quality.
Their open Monday - Saturday 10am-7pm
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Don't be fooled by how generic this store looks! Somehow they manage to stock a ton of product...
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Don't be fooled by how generic this store looks! Somehow they manage to stock a ton of product into a relatively small space, and not just the usual convenience store fare. This is a true neighborhood grocery with fresh produce, a full deli, an amazing selection of wine and organic/gourmet offerings. Although navigating the narrow isles can be a challenge, you will find everything on your shopping list and then some. Prices are reasonable and the store is always well-staffed.
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Every time I travel to Seattle, I stop at this great store. I love the atmosphere as well as the...
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Every time I travel to Seattle, I stop at this great store. I love the atmosphere as well as the products!!!
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