Guidebook for Seattle
Food Scene
This is one of our go-to spots - they're known for their fried chicken but they are make a delicious burger.
84 locals recommend
Ma'ono
4210 Southwest Admiral WayThis is one of our go-to spots - they're known for their fried chicken but they are make a delicious burger.
Walking to the junction for an ice cream cone from Husky Deli is a classic summer treat. They make all of their ice cream in-house and have old fashioned hospitality.
72 locals recommend
Husky Deli & Catering & Ice Cream
4721 California Ave SWWalking to the junction for an ice cream cone from Husky Deli is a classic summer treat. They make all of their ice cream in-house and have old fashioned hospitality.
Talarico's Pizzeria
4718 California Ave SWPizza slices as big as your face!
This is a nationally-award winning bakery located right here in West Seattle. If you go on a weekend, be prepared to wait in line, but it will be worth it!
489 locals recommend
Bakery Nouveau
4737 California Ave SWThis is a nationally-award winning bakery located right here in West Seattle. If you go on a weekend, be prepared to wait in line, but it will be worth it!
Elliott Bay Brewery & Pub
4720 California Ave SWBeers and burgers - yum!
Part greasy-spoon diner, part-record shop. A Seattle institution!
155 locals recommend
Easy Street Records & Cafe
4559 California Ave SWPart greasy-spoon diner, part-record shop. A Seattle institution!
Duke's Seafood
2516 Alki Ave SWDuke's has an amazing seafood menu, and something for everyone!
This place has solid burgers (and tots!) but it's really about the view! Sit outside on the picnic tables and watch the world go by at the beach.
42 locals recommend
Blue Moon Burgers
2504 Alki Ave SWThis place has solid burgers (and tots!) but it's really about the view! Sit outside on the picnic tables and watch the world go by at the beach.
Everything Else
In need of a little zen time while you're here? This is a great yoga studio that offers a full schedule and is drop-in friendly.
8 Limbs Yoga Centers - West Seattle
4546 1/2 California Ave SWIn need of a little zen time while you're here? This is a great yoga studio that offers a full schedule and is drop-in friendly.
Drinks & Nightlife
This place is a gem! They always have a huge selection of beer and cider on tap, or you can shop for something to bring home since they have Seattle's largest selection with 1,300+ different beers.
64 locals recommend
The Beer Junction
4511 California Ave SWThis place is a gem! They always have a huge selection of beer and cider on tap, or you can shop for something to bring home since they have Seattle's largest selection with 1,300+ different beers.
Sightseeing
There's no better way to get from West Seattle to downtown than on the water taxi! It's a 10-minute crossing with amazing views of the city, and you're likely to see seals too.
68 locals recommend
West Seattle station
801 Alaskan WayThere's no better way to get from West Seattle to downtown than on the water taxi! It's a 10-minute crossing with amazing views of the city, and you're likely to see seals too.
A visit to Seattle isn't complete without a stop at Pike Place Market. There's great food and it's fun to browse the arts and crafts.
2310 locals recommend
Pike Place Market
1531 Western AveA visit to Seattle isn't complete without a stop at Pike Place Market. There's great food and it's fun to browse the arts and crafts.
The Chihuly glass museum is one-of-a-kind! The blown glass exhibits are gorgeous.
723 locals recommend
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StThe Chihuly glass museum is one-of-a-kind! The blown glass exhibits are gorgeous.
Fun for the whole family! Learn about Seattle's music history and even play some of your own.
674 locals recommend
Museum of Pop Culture
325 5th Ave NFun for the whole family! Learn about Seattle's music history and even play some of your own.
Kerry Park
211 W Highland DrAmazing views of the city, especially at sunset.
An old gas plant, now a great green space right on the lake. Awesome views of downtown too.
860 locals recommend
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake WayAn old gas plant, now a great green space right on the lake. Awesome views of downtown too.
A super interesting look at the history and industry of Seattle. Did you know there was once a proposal to build bridges instead of the current ferry system?
357 locals recommend
Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI)
860 Terry Ave NA super interesting look at the history and industry of Seattle. Did you know there was once a proposal to build bridges instead of the current ferry system?
Tour the underground passages that once were the main roadways and first-floor storefronts of old downtown Seattle.
285 locals recommend
Bill Speidel's Underground Tour
614 1st AveTour the underground passages that once were the main roadways and first-floor storefronts of old downtown Seattle.
The best way to see the Space Needle is to make reservations for brunch. It's pricey, but you avoid paying the fee for the elevator, and you get to enjoy 2-3 rotations of the needle while eating.
1748 locals recommend
Space Needle
400 Broad StThe best way to see the Space Needle is to make reservations for brunch. It's pricey, but you avoid paying the fee for the elevator, and you get to enjoy 2-3 rotations of the needle while eating.
A neighborhood favorite! The West Seattle Farmer's market takes place every Sunday year-round. There is amazing produce, meat, cheese, and flowers, along with food vendors and lots of other treats.
80 locals recommend
West Seattle Farmers Market
California Avenue SouthwestA neighborhood favorite! The West Seattle Farmer's market takes place every Sunday year-round. There is amazing produce, meat, cheese, and flowers, along with food vendors and lots of other treats.