8 Limbs Yoga Centers
Neighborhood: First Hill

500 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Laura P. writes: I've never been to a yoga studio where you can slip out of your "tree pose" into the plants.  I looked up at one point and saw one guy practically falling into the greenery.  They have numerous floor-to-ceiling plants/trees at the front, back, and…

Velo Bike Shop

1535 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Bruce H. writes: After visiting several Seattle bike shops just to find one that seemed both friendly and knowledgeable I discovered Velo.

This is a great place if you don't want to deal with the kind of bike snobs that seem to work in many of the high end (high…

Retrofit
Neighborhood: First Hill

1419 12th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Michelle B. writes: I am no longer allowed to go in here.

Since I'm not able to resist buying throw pillows, platters, and area rugs I have had to put myself on a home decor sobriety diet and it is just too tempting to set foot in Retrofit Home...yes, I am weak.

All…

Dyan Cristi Salon
Neighborhood: First Hill

723 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122

Krie C. writes: Dyan Cristi Salon had the best Hair Extension hair extention specialist in town-- Ericka Lee.  I know since they changed over to Salon Chemisty, a lot of people are looking for her (I kind of get the feeling that her clients are not being directed to…

Zion's Gate Records

1100 E. Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98122

Nick M. writes: Another great Seattle record store that caters to my eclectic tastes. Tons of DJ vinyl and CDs. Everything from German Techno to Dub to Death Metal. It is impossible for me to leave without spending at least $50 so I usually don't go there often…

Theater Schmeater

1500 Summit Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Cheshire I. writes: I can't believe I'm the first one to Yelp about Theater Schmeater. After hearing about this company for so long, I finally had the chance to go up to Seattle and check it out. So glad I did.

The Schmee has been a vital part of the small theatre scene…

Capitol Hill 60 Minute Photo Express

1525 14th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Puja P. writes: Great local service... fast turn around time.  They do cross-process, black and white or slides all in less than an hour.  Never have had a problem, and have used their services at least 40x...  Oh, they also have a parking lot, which is always an…

Sonja Olsen Salon Inc
Neighborhood: Madrona/Leschi

121 Lakeside Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Faith H. writes: I love this place! I work in close proximity to it so I watched them open and continued to watch as the clientele grew - but I still hadn't gone there.  That is until I was in a bind and had to cancel an appointment with my regular salon and they…

Polished

1319 East Pine Street
Seattle, WA 98122

Zach F. writes: There was once a time when age and beauty weren't mortal enemies.  As I get grouchy & long in the tooth, I need a place to really put up with my demands and that requires minimal arm twisting to give me the right "look".  
A defining moment occurred…

Granada Apartments the
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1736 Belmont Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Alan H. writes: These apartments are sweet.  They have old style, wood floors, class, and character.  The best part is that studios are priced at the mid 600's, and they also offer one bedrooms.  All the apartments offer kitchens with gas ranges, a built in…

All Purpose Pizza And Ale House
Neighborhood: Madrona/Leschi

2901 S Jackson St
Seattle, WA 98144

carrie L. B. writes: South Seattle is seriously hurting for delivery service - so my first three stars go to All Purpose Pizza just for bringing me food.

I've never set foot in the door. But the pies are damn good. I like the Fire Starter best, especially after a generous…

J & L Shoe Repair
Neighborhood: First Hill

1006 Madison St
Seattle, WA 98104

Margaret L. writes: The owner is so nice! I have gone in there to repair my shoe (a tiny piece of elastic had broken). It wasn't an easy repair, and I was willing to pay for it, but he charged me less than five bucks for the repair!

Also, he's pretty creative with…

Faire Gallery Cafe
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill

1351 East Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98122

Matt R. writes: Hello.  My name is Matt and I am a Nutella fiend.
Everyone else at Nutella Anonymous Meeting:  Hello, Matt!

I heard, through Yelp, that this coffee shop has a Nutella mocha.  I had to try it.  I went here and it was disappointingly bland.  It was a…

Pilates Northwest
Neighborhood: Lake City

12337 30th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98125

Tiffany S. writes: I've been meaning to do Pilates for a long time but never felt like laying down the cash (it's similar to paying a personal trainer). I'm so glad I finally made the commitment and found Helen at Pilates Northwest. This exercise was made for me -…

Masala of India
Neighborhood: Northgate

539 NE Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98125

Skip J. writes: Sooner or later, you have to eat in Northgate.

It's true. Most Seattleites I know try to fashion themselves as some sort of urban laissez-fare hipsters. A "few years removed from getting beat up in history class, yet far from a down payment on a…

Pet Pros

10304 Lake City Way NE
Seattle, WA 98125

Amy W. writes: Another rave for their staff. Friendly, helpful--on the phone and in person, even on a holiday weekend when most people would rather be anywhere than work. A little easier to walk around than their Magnolia store, and because of their size they're…

Belvedere Viewpoint
Neighborhood: West Seattle

3600 Admiral Way S.W.
Seattle, WA 98126

andrew d. writes: If you're visiting and want a picture of the city I think this is the best place to go; although the view from Kerry park is more popular, Belvedere viewpoint is incredibly easy to get to.  To get there just take the Admiral exit off of the West…

Barnes & Noble

Westwood Village
2600 SW Barton St, Ste E-1
Seattle, WA 98126

Alyson L. writes: I've been doing a bit of Domestic Therapy (tm Danielle D.) lately, which means I spent a lot of time around my place this weekend cleaning, organizing, watching the tube and lounging around with my cat whilst reading a book.

I'm a pretty fast reader.…

Bird On A Wire Espresso
Neighborhood: West Seattle

3509 SW Henderson St
Seattle, WA 98126

David H. writes: THIS is my new neighborhood joint.
A spit away from the lovely new Seattle Public Library's Southwest Branch.
Damn fine shot pulls.
The sell tix for the Rat City Rollergirls...so you know they are badass...
The pastry case is full of yummies, and the…

Ola
Neighborhood: West Seattle

2942 SW Avalon Way
Seattle, WA 98126

Jenifer V. writes: Love this place!  I have very fine, fussy hair and walked out feeling better about my haircut than I have in a LONG time.  As a hairdresser myself, I am extremely picky about how my hair turns out.  Sara did a fantastic job on my hair!  The…

Bee Waxed Spa
Neighborhood: West Seattle

7352 35th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98126

Julia Z. writes: Bren, Bren, WHY DID I CHEAT ON YOU WITH IZABELLE??

She knew what she was doing, but had no finesse. She didn't care if she hurt me. She didn't care that her stuff was too hot. She almost made fun of me when she saw my bottom. Worst of all, she charged…

Warren G. Magnuson Park - Off Leash Area
Neighborhood: Sand Point

7400 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98127

Miss Mary Ann D. writes: We had a great walk with the dawgs here today.

Many people seem to have had problems with clueless or irresponsible owners, but we found everyone to be mindful of their dogs, and when any of them seemed a little over excited, we all just moved…

Golden Gardens Park - Off leash area
Neighborhood: Ballard

8498 Seaview Place NW
Seattle, WA 98127

Tim O. writes: This is by far the best dog pound in town.

Tons of free, house-trained dogs in one big bin.

And don't buy into this "Hey, that's MY dog". It gets pretty competitive there. You just have to be quick. Real quick.

Seattle Public Library - Southwest Branch
Neighborhood: West Seattle

9010 35th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98126

Maia. J. writes: I just checked out the following CD's straight from the shelf :
1.AFI -Decemberunderground
2.Say Anything - Is a Real Boy.....Was a Real Boy
3.Brandi Carlile - Self titled
4.Gomez - How We Operate
5.Mason Jennings - Boneclouds
6.Band of Horses -…

88 Restaurant

9418 Delridge Way S.W.
Seattle, WA 98126

Mitzie H. writes: It was a gray sprinkle-ly not so warm Seattle Summer evening.  I was hungry, I wanted Pho, I didn't want Than Brothers, and the M's were in town so what's a girl to do?  Head to White Center and check out the Pho there.  I drove around looking for…

Blake Island Tillicum Village & Tours Inc
Neighborhood: West Seattle

2992 SW Avalon Way
Seattle, WA 98126

Riss J. writes: There is something to be said for having deep roots in one area for a long time...

I'm a fairly sentimental b*tch a lot of the times, friends laugh at me that I can go to a local park I grew up in and still be sad the big toy of my youth is…

Luna Park Cafe
Neighborhood: West Seattle

2918 SW Avalon Way
Seattle, WA 98126

Riss J. writes: I have a crush on the same hostess Mary does..freaky..and seriously the tattoo works.

It's often hit or miss, but I love the grilled cheese here. Not fancy, not stupid, just good ol' regular happy melty cheese sammich. It's never been bad, just…

Seattle Air Quality

Seattle, WA 98127

Jill C. writes: This is the #1 thing I mention when people (usually from California) ask: What do you like best about Seattle? I go freaking nuts raving about the air to point where they're, um, super bored.

I have asthma and am hyper air-aware. And in Seattle?…

Apolo Anton Ohno

Dancing With the Stars
Seattle, WA 98127

Arlene C. writes: Could this boy be any hotter?  Dam

British accents

London and beyond
Seattle, WA 98127

nobu k. writes: Ohhh, Fxxx me.
I just can not help it.
Reason why 4 star only because my gf is Irish.
I am not making this up!
Do you think I know the difference between them?
I'm only talking about the accent.
I can't even tell the difference of Southern accent for…

Waid's Haitian Cuisine

1212 E Jefferson
Seattle, WA 98127

Sean C. writes: An establishment boldly founded on the philosophy of love like Waid's Haitian Cuisine is clearly comfortable with risks and deviation from the norm.

The first thing I noticed was a return to cultural minority status that I knew from my previous job -…

sunshine

1000 anytown ave
Seattle, WA 98127

Bernadette E. writes: UPDATE 4/11/08:
a year later!!!!
get out there and enjoy the sun you silly willies for the rain comes back sunday...

happy flippin' friday...
YAY : )

ORIGINAL REVIEW 4/07/07
well unlike my fellow yelpers i LOVE the sun!! :)

as if i'm not already a pretty…

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Crawl for a Cure
Neighborhood: Fremont

Various bars
Fremont
Seattle, WA 98127

Ian M. writes: This was a good time, and I like to think that my contribution of two registration fees will be consumed by something other than administrative costs or some similar lackluster expenditure.

The weather was beautiful for this crawl, and we really…

Wallingford Park
Neighborhood: Wallingford

4219 Wallingford Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98127

Doni W. writes: Wallingford Park is by far one of the best in this city, mainly if you have children in tow.  Luckily I had two perfect for the snatching yesterday, and away we went!

This is definitely the most child-friendly and focused park that I have found, and…

Cafe Nordstrom
Neighborhood: Downtown

500 Pine St
4th Fl
Seattle, WA 98127

Maia. J. writes: I think the Nordstrom Cafe is a pretty big rip off. Considering it's in a Nordstrom and in the heart of downtown though, what else can you expect. It's crazy busy on a Sunday afternoon and my date and I are trying to grab a quick bite before catching…

Pigs on Parade

All Across Seattle
Seattle, WA 98127

Denice M. writes: Everyone should wander around Seattle to enjoy the Pigs On Parade!  No, Zack De La Rocha has not gotten back together with his former band and come out with a new album.  Rather, in celebration of Pike Place Market turning 100 years old this year,…

Bernie's belch

In yo face, mofo
Seattle, WA 98127

mel r. writes: it smelt like cheese...and a little bit of Tommy

Mel's pooping monkey

right behind you
Seattle, WA 98127

Tim O. writes: I can't believe this hasn't been reviewed yet!!

monkey go poop
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The people of Yelp

Seattle, WA 98127

scott k. writes: I'm actually not sucking up here.

In all honesty, I have not met one person who has not been openly friendly and polite from the get go. It has really renewed my faith in Seattle.

One of you is even slightly funny...