North Seattle Guide
Favorite Restaurants
These are a few of our favorite restaurants in North Seattle and beyond.
Great food and has a patio with peekaboo views of Lake Washington.
18 locals recommend
Brileys BBQ and Grill
15030 Bothell Way NEGreat food and has a patio with peekaboo views of Lake Washington.
85C Bakery Cafe - Lynnwood
18700 33rd Ave WTaiwanese bakery with delicious pastries and drinks.
Heaven Sent Fried Chicken
14330 Lake City Way NENo-frills, local takeout spot.
MOD Pizza
6010 15th Ave NWPop Pop Thai Street Food
13242 Aurora Ave NGreen Papaya Restaurant - Vietnamese Cuisine
13310 Lake City Way NEHae-Nam Kalbi & Calamari
15001 Aurora Ave NEl Camion - NORTH
11728 Aurora Ave NBoiling Point
610 5th Ave SOno Authentic Hawaiian Poke
10016 Edmonds WayArashi Ramen
5401 20th Ave NWElliott Bay Public House & Brewery
12537 Lake City Way NEKizuki Ramen & Izakaya
4203 SW Alaska StAloha Ramen Japanese Noodle
3004 NE 127th StDin Tai Fung
2621 NE 46th StThe MARKET | fishmonger & eatery
508 Main StBongos
6501 Aurora Ave NThings to do
Great park overlooking Puget Sound. A perfect spot for a summer picnic or BBQ. It has a walkway down to a small beach (lots of logs for sitting, but not a good place to lay out).
251 locals recommend
Carkeek Park
950 NW Carkeek Park RdGreat park overlooking Puget Sound. A perfect spot for a summer picnic or BBQ. It has a walkway down to a small beach (lots of logs for sitting, but not a good place to lay out).
Great beach for a stroll. There are a few nice dining options along the way, primarily featuring fresh seafood.
29 locals recommend
Marina Beach Park
470 Admiral WayGreat beach for a stroll. There are a few nice dining options along the way, primarily featuring fresh seafood.
Probably the most popular spot in Seattle for a run or stroll. The loop around the lake is 2.8 miles (3.1 for the outside loop). The westside of the lake has a business district with some shops and restaurants. Stop in to the Starbucks there for a warm drink before starting your walk. Or, on a warm day, the rooftop deck at Starbucks is a bit of a well-known secret among locals.
624 locals recommend
Green Lake
Probably the most popular spot in Seattle for a run or stroll. The loop around the lake is 2.8 miles (3.1 for the outside loop). The westside of the lake has a business district with some shops and restaurants. Stop in to the Starbucks there for a warm drink before starting your walk. Or, on a warm day, the rooftop deck at Starbucks is a bit of a well-known secret among locals.
Woodland Park Zoo
5500 Phinney Ave NWhile this spot has good Mexican food, the real reason to head here is to grab a couple kayaks--probably the best way to Seattle on a sunny day!
168 locals recommend
Agua Verde Paddle Club
1307 NE Boat StWhile this spot has good Mexican food, the real reason to head here is to grab a couple kayaks--probably the best way to Seattle on a sunny day!
Ok, the photos on this one just don't do it justice. Since the lakes are higher than the ocean, ships need to go through these locks to adjust the water height before continuing on. We love walking around and watching the boats, both big and small, go through the locks. We've also seen quite a few sea lions here!
774 locals recommend
Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks
3015 NW 54th StOk, the photos on this one just don't do it justice. Since the lakes are higher than the ocean, ships need to go through these locks to adjust the water height before continuing on. We love walking around and watching the boats, both big and small, go through the locks. We've also seen quite a few sea lions here!
If you happen to be in the area in April, Roozengaarde is the spot to go! They have a beautiful tulip garden, but also fields of tulips as far as the eye can see. Google "Skagit Valley Tulip Festival" to learn more details and confirm the dates. A bit of a local secret is to go in late March. While the tulips won't be out yet, you'll get beautiful views of the daffodils, free packing, and the best part--no crowds!
22 locals recommend
Roozengaarde Display Garden
15867 Beaver Marsh RdIf you happen to be in the area in April, Roozengaarde is the spot to go! They have a beautiful tulip garden, but also fields of tulips as far as the eye can see. Google "Skagit Valley Tulip Festival" to learn more details and confirm the dates. A bit of a local secret is to go in late March. While the tulips won't be out yet, you'll get beautiful views of the daffodils, free packing, and the best part--no crowds!
Ok, I have to admit that I haven't done this yet, but it sounds awesome! If you get a chance to go, let us know how it is.
137 locals recommend
Boeing Future of Flight Museum
8415 Paine Field BlvdOk, I have to admit that I haven't done this yet, but it sounds awesome! If you get a chance to go, let us know how it is.
Ok, there's nothing special about this Starbucks, but I wanted to use it as a landmark for exploring Downtown Edmonds. This is a great spot for a stroll--there's cool little shops, really excellent dining, and if you're a travel fan--the Rick Steves headquarters and travel store.
Starbucks
502 Main StOk, there's nothing special about this Starbucks, but I wanted to use it as a landmark for exploring Downtown Edmonds. This is a great spot for a stroll--there's cool little shops, really excellent dining, and if you're a travel fan--the Rick Steves headquarters and travel store.