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Honest Mechanics
This shop is is great at their estimates, always timely, accurate and helpful. They always call with an estimate before starting in on a job. It is always in and out the same day. The shop is...
This shop is is great at their estimates, always timely, accurate and helpful. They always call with an estimate before starting in on a job. It is always in and out the same day. The shop is clean and well run. You really can't ask for much more from a mechanic. I haven't purchased tires from them yet. The only caveat is if you have a Volkswagon. I had a Passat for a while and they didn't really like working on it - and they were appalled by the cost of parts for it. They have done great with my 3 Fords which spanned from 1964- 2000.
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Fun & Funky
This salon is under an I5 off ramp, next to the railroad tracks (watch out where you park your car!) in Georgetown. The decor is very cool , with flames around all the mirrors and retro vinyl...
This salon is under an I5 off ramp, next to the railroad tracks (watch out where you park your car!) in Georgetown. The decor is very cool , with flames around all the mirrors and retro vinyl seating. It is comfortable and friendly. There are 2 main stylists and one newer girl. In my experience stick with one of the 2 original stylists, I had a cut by the younger girl that just wasn't as good - not bad, but not good. The other cuts I've had have been great. I believe they also do a lot of coloring. They even have Spritz Forte - 80's flash-back! One caveat - they do have a couple of in studio dogs (very small) so if you have allergies beware.
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Diva is divine
I love the luxe style of this coffee house. It has over stuffed chairs, gilding and chandeliers. It is right on the main busy road to the freeway, but once you're inside it is very relaxing. The...
I love the luxe style of this coffee house. It has over stuffed chairs, gilding and chandeliers. It is right on the main busy road to the freeway, but once you're inside it is very relaxing. The staff is a tad "hipper-than-thou" but so many baristas are these days. They do make a great latte with very nice foam, so someone is doing good training. The baked goods are pretty average.
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Books for everyone...
Elliott Bay is a Pioneer Square fixture. (and includes the dreaded Pioneer square parking!) They have an incredible selection of books. It is a very large store with a funky layout that adds to its...
Elliott Bay is a Pioneer Square fixture. (and includes the dreaded Pioneer square parking!) They have an incredible selection of books. It is a very large store with a funky layout that adds to its charm. They have a great children's area with a place to play and read. The magazine selection is wonderful - lots of art magazines. Downstairs is a book lined cafe with wonderful food. This is a must visit store.
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Classic butcher shop
It is getting hard to find an actual butcher these days. This is a classic butcher shop. They just moved to a big new store just next door to the original one. A great selection of meat. Very...
It is getting hard to find an actual butcher these days. This is a classic butcher shop. They just moved to a big new store just next door to the original one. A great selection of meat. Very delicious turkey jerky too! I've purchased their big freezer packs, which is a pretty economical way to buy good quality meat. They are great at answering questions and helping with selections. The steaks are always tender. I haven't tried their smoked salmon, but it looks yummy. They have another store down in Des Moines too.
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Fine and art jewelry
This is a very small store in the CIty Centre building lobby downtown (which is full of upscale shops). They have amazing art jewelry of all styles and a line of exquisite fine jewelry. This is...
This is a very small store in the CIty Centre building lobby downtown (which is full of upscale shops). They have amazing art jewelry of all styles and a line of exquisite fine jewelry. This is beautiful hand made work, so the prices reflect that craftsmanship. I think that least expensive is in the $300 range and it goes up to $3000 for finely crafted gold, platinum and precious gem pieces. Even if you aren't in the market for wearables, it is worth a visit just to see some of the pieces. They also glass art jewelry for the glass lovers!
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Recent movies in a historic theater
The Admiral Twin has been around forever. My grandmother sold popcorn when she was a teen - she is 75 now! They usually get movies after they've been out for awhile, but the prices are pretty decent....
The Admiral Twin has been around forever. My grandmother sold popcorn when she was a teen - she is 75 now! They usually get movies after they've been out for awhile, but the prices are pretty decent. They usually have one movie geared toward the kid crowd and one for the adult crowd. There are plenty of places nearby for dinner before the show. This is a classic old style theater, which can be a little chilly in winter! It is a fun & funky night out!
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Naturopathic health care
There are many different Naturopath physicians to choose from here. It is also a teaching clinic so you can go that route and have an intern. My primary care provider is Dr. McClintock and she has...
There are many different Naturopath physicians to choose from here. It is also a teaching clinic so you can go that route and have an intern. My primary care provider is Dr. McClintock and she has been great. They also do acupuncture, chinese medicine and many other holistic options for health. The dispensary on the main floor is great. Parking is in back and can get a bit tight in the afternoons – so try for AM appointments.
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Fabric heaven!
This store has an vast selection of fine cotton fabrics - primarily meant for quilting. You can do some serious damage to the bank account in here. The prices are at the top end for cottons - $8-9 a...
This store has an vast selection of fine cotton fabrics - primarily meant for quilting. You can do some serious damage to the bank account in here. The prices are at the top end for cottons - $8-9 a yard or so. They have both colors groupings and line groupings - so it is quite easy to pull together coordinates for a project. They also carry a vast line of quilting books and a decent notions section. They offer classes, whcih I haven't not had the pleasure of taking. They offer some lovely Japanese fabrics and other variety fabrics. I've never been able to leave empty handed!
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Sensible 2nd hand kids clothes
This little store is packed full of sensible kids clothes. It is a little hard to look through things as somone is always trying to squeeze past, but some very functional clothes can be found here...
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