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The Hi-Life
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Restaurants
5425 Russell Ave. N.W.
Seattle, Washington
(206) 784-7272
Fave breakfast spot!
Fave breakfast spot!
The Hi-Life is my new favorite breakfast spot in Ballard! We usually go on Sunday mornings, there is always a wait. Everyone from young hip twenty-somethings recovering from a hangover to retired...
The Hi-Life is my new favorite breakfast spot in Ballard! We usually go on Sunday mornings, there is always a wait. Everyone from young hip twenty-somethings recovering from a hangover to retired folk migrate here. The atmosphere, food and prices appeal to everyone. The atmosphere itself is wide open and airy. They have kept a few traces of the old firehouse in the decorative touches. Service is always impeccable. Coffee is strong and yummy. There is a twisted spin on the standard breakfast menu. The standard omelette's, biscuits and gravy and the BEST pancakes I have ever had. Breakfast prices range from $4.75-10.50. Happy hour is fun too. Wood fired pizzas for $3, nice plate of spreads and crispy chips for $3, and a variety of drinks for $3.
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Mmmm....smoothies
I am terribly picky...I eat like a two year old sometimes. Jamba Juice caters to my picky palate. The Jamba Juice stores that I have been to are always clean and well kept. There are a few seats...
I am terribly picky...I eat like a two year old sometimes. Jamba Juice caters to my picky palate. The Jamba Juice stores that I have been to are always clean and well kept. There are a few seats to hang out with your smoothie, but most people seem to take it to go. The menu is divided by fruit smoothies, the lighter calorie smoothies, the milkshake style smoothies and the smoothies with a purpose (extra vitamin C for colds etc...). I always get the lighter smoothies, I ask for no bananas, extra strawberries and extra ice. The workers don't even blink an eye at all my requests. Every smoothie includes a "free" boost, ranging from the cold fighter to energy booster. The smoothies are delicious, and easily make a meal. The middle size tends to be just under $4. I have had the pretzels they sell here along with other snacks and they have never been anything worth talking about. The smoothies are fabulous and hit the spot!
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Well, my mom is addicted
I am kind of a cleanliness nut. I check out King County health inspection reports of restaurants I go to...weird I know. Salmon Bay Cafe is one of the few places I can look past the old fixtures...
I am kind of a cleanliness nut. I check out King County health inspection reports of restaurants I go to...weird I know. Salmon Bay Cafe is one of the few places I can look past the old fixtures and often times fruit flies and enjoy the cheap meal. The weekends are always busy, while the weekdays fisherman fill the booths. Salmon Bay Cafe is the cheap version of the Hi-Life (IMO). You've got your lifelong Ballard residents and your hipster kids shaking off their hangovers. Coffee is strong and always refilled. The menu is pretty traditional breakfast fare. Omelets are the main thing on the breakfast menu, they are big and fluffy with a variety of toppings. The potatoes are delicious. Fruit is not always ripe. The french toast and muffins are nothing to write home about. I've only been there for lunch a few times, it's been fine. Filling and cheap. The staff is friendly and fast. They are open for breakfast and lunch only.
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Ulta
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Shopping
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Beauty Junkie Heaven!
Beauty Junkie Heaven!
I don't like paying a lot for cosmetics, so going to Sephora is fun, but not realistic. When Ulta opened in Lynnwood next to Barnes and Noble and Old Navy, I wandered in. I could not believe my...
I don't like paying a lot for cosmetics, so going to Sephora is fun, but not realistic. When Ulta opened in Lynnwood next to Barnes and Noble and Old Navy, I wandered in. I could not believe my eyes, on one side is higher end cosmetics (Urban Decay, Bare Minerals, Elizabeth Arden) and on the other side is the drugstore brands (Cover Girl, Maybelline, Almay, Wet 'n' Wild). And in the back is hair products, perfume and a salon! The prices are average, but the selection is worth the trip. The managers are super friendly and helpful, Ive noticed the employees to be less so. Sign up for their beauty card and they send catalogs with coupons and sales.
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Happy Hour!!!!
I am picky like a 2 year old. When my family suggested Blue C Sushi in Fremont for dinner, I was disappointed. We ended up going for happy hour. There was no wait to get in, the decor is modern...
I am picky like a 2 year old. When my family suggested Blue C Sushi in Fremont for dinner, I was disappointed. We ended up going for happy hour. There was no wait to get in, the decor is modern and cool with flat screen TVs showing anime films. We ordered HH beers with Amstels at just $2 each. I ordered a teriyaki chicken breast for $3. We also ordered cucumber, avocado and salmon rolls, edamame, veggie tempura and sake. All the food was $1-3. I couldn't believe it, I like sushi!! Everything was fresh, beautifully presented and delicious! The staff is very helpful and efficient. There is parking provided free of charge below, entrance is by the PCC. Happy Hour is 4-6pm every day. There is no HH at the University Village location.
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