Browse Seattle Editors’ Lists

Best of Citysearch: Nightlife in Seattle

We love the nightlife. And we know you do too. That's why we've launched our new Best of Citysearch campaign to find out where your favorite places are for after-hours fun. Know of the absolute best bloody mary in town? Coolest hotel bar? Happy hour haunt you just can't live without? Just go to that business listing on our site, click on the "Nominate for Best of Citysearch" tab and vote! To get you in the spirit, here are a few of my personal favorites ...

All in the Jeans: Where to Find the Best Denim

Hey where'd you get those jeans? Great denim can make or break an outfit. From dressed up to dressed down to rockstarred out, jeans take your wardrobe from drab to transcendental. Here are our picks for where to stock up on some true blue.

Girls Night Out

From a swanky restaurant to a hip bar or dance club, try these hot spots for a fabulous girls night out in Seattle.

Ultimate Singles Guide

From a trendy restaurant or bar to a hot dance club or rockin' music venue, find the best singles spots in Seattle.

Don't Call It a Staycation: Getting Away Without Going Far

Staycations are so last year--gas prices are close to affordable now and airfare's at clearance sale levels--but you might want to hold off on that flight to Peru until after the next round of layoffs. Fortunately, we're surrounded by places people fly thousands of miles to visit, so stay local and let your coca leaf-fueled hike to Machu Picchu wait until you're unemployed.

SugarBomber: Seattle's Most Wanted Desserts

Does the mere mention of something as simple as milk and cookies send you skyrocketing into sugar-coated bliss? Do you sleep at night with visions of gummy bears dancing in your head? Do you believe some ice cream sundaes are better than sex? Well, then: You. Are. Not. Alone. That's why we've created a finger-licking online lookbook called SugarBomber, the ultimate go-to guide for dessert devotees. Here is a sampling of Seattle's finest, plus where you can go get 'em. And if you've already found a sweet spot on your own, make sure you submit it through the site! Who knows? We might feature your pick next. Bombs away!

(Photo: Whitney Ricketts)

24/7 in Seattle

Sleepless in Seattle? It's more than a movie--it's a way of life. From late-night diners to fitness centers, here our are picks for the wee hours. Because this city's got it going on at all hours of the day.

5 to Try: Summer Drinks

The summer sun is lingering, and Seattleites are emerging from hibernation for booze-filled summer nights. Ditch your standard PBR tallboy and opt for one of these delectable cocktails. In the words of Olivia Newton-John, "Summer sun, something's begun, but uh-oh those summer nights!" Hit the decks, sip a margarita, cause some trouble. Rinse and repeat.

5 to Try: Summer Drinks

Mojitos, sangria and more: Fun, cool cocktails for the hottest season of the year.

Wedded Bliss: Seattle Wedding Planner

Who knew one little Big Day took so much planning? We're here to help with all of your wedding planning needs--from photographers to reception spaces to unique spots for exchanging vows.

Eco-Date Night

Hey, we can't all be Julia Butterfly, live in a commune, and compost our toilet paper. But here are some easy ways to decrease your carbon footprint while you liven up your love life. With these green tips, it's easy to love both the Earth and your honey.

Outdoor Bars

Hit the decks: from Linda's to the Pink Door and everything in-between, there's nothing better than enjoying the clear sky nights out in the fresh air of the city. Stop into any of these watering holes to take in the scene--and the stars.

Eco Chic: Seattle Green Living Guide

It's hip to be green--and in this city, there are more locavores than omnivores. Green living is more than bringing a reusable bag to the grocery store and can be anything from getting your beef from a local farm to installing bamboo floors in your dining room. Eco chic: (mostly) easy on your budget and (always) good for your conscience.

Seattle's Top 10 New Bars of 2008

The good, the great, and the delectable: 2008 was a good year for sparkly new bars. From the Klondike Gold Rush-themed Polar Bar to the Wild West-inspired Spur, you don't have to leave the city for a transcendental drinking experience.

Where to Eat on Mondays in Seattle

Cure your case of the Mondays by dining out at one of these glistening Seattle restaurants. Monday nights mean "closed" for many nosheries around town--but not these local hot spots. Ditch the couch and grab a fork.

The Yupster's Guide to Seattle

Keep the hipster dream alive! So you've got a cushy Microsoft job and an Audi, but "Reality Bites" is still your favorite movie, and you hit up Chop Suey to see what the kids are listening to these days (answer: TMTS! The Virgins!).

5 to Try: Bloody Mary

A hangover cure, but no longer relegated to being a breakfast-only drink, the Bloody Mary is a classic. Here are five spots serving up this tasty concoction--from the basic to the spicy and back again.

Editor's Favorites: Whitney Ricketts

Nickname:Whit. Neighborhood: Capitol Hill (but born and raised in the U-District). Last song I downloaded: "Star Witness" - Neko Case. Person likely to play me in a movie: Rainbow Brite. Favorite mythical creature: Unicorn. Guilty Pleasure: Abbreviations. Favorite drink: Negroni.

5 to Try: Wine Bars

Need an alternative to your usual gin and tonic? Go low-key at one Seattle's newest crop of wine bars--they're more mellow than other after-work watering holes and offer a by-the-glass tour of Washington's greatest export. Go ahead, wear your purple teeth with pride.

5 to Try: Marrow

Marrow is this year's pork belly. Eating straight from the bone can be a shock for some--but is worth the delicious results. Whether spread straight from the bone onto toast, or roasted to crispy perfection and paired with beef strip loin, you can make it a point to try marrow in any incarnation.

Cheap Chops: Haircuts Under $30

It doesn't take more than 30 big ones to get a couture cut in this town. From training salons to barbershops, Posh pixies to buzz cuts, here are our picks for Seattle's most affordable spots to get your hair did in style.

Destination: Vashon

A 10-minute ferry ride from West Seattle plops you into an island utopia, complete with rolling farms, vintage shops and all the amenities of island living. Day-trip to your dream life and enjoy the splendors of Vashon.

Gastrorgasms: When Food Is Better Than Sex

We usually give food and sex just about equal standing on the pleasure-o-meter. After all, great sex is yummy and great food is undeniably sexy. But sometimes, food wins out and, uh, takes the proverbial cake. Here, seven locals dish on where they go for foods that hit the (G) spot.

Ways to Give Back

Increase your karmic quotient and give back to the community that loves you. Here are just a few of the city?s options for lending a helping hand, dollar or hour.

Now in Seattle: New Hotels

From swanky suites to quaint boutiques, check out the city's hottest new hotels.

5 to Try: Mojitos

Long overlooked in lieu of margaritas, mojitos offer a tasty mix of sweet, tart, and bold rum flavor--quite possible the perfect summer drink, if made correctly. Here are five places to spice up your summer drink repertoire with mojitos that do the Latin American tradition proud.

Now in Seattle: New Nightlife

From the hottest nightclub to your down-home neighborhood pub, find the best cocktails and dance spots in Seattle.

Now in Seattle: New Salons and Spas

From all the latest massage therapy treatments to the best spots for a cool coif, check out the top new spas and salons in Seattle.

Now in Seattle: New Shops

From luxe boutiques to trendy shoe emporiums, find the latest shops to take Seattle by storm.

Offal Taste: Charcuterie Hot Spots

Tired of awful offal? On the hunt for a great prosciutto? Here are our top picks for where to find the best charcuterie in the city.

A Moveable Feast: Seattle Street Food

Our culinary scene has long included some of the world's best seafood and coffee houses. But, lately, a bevy of gourmet-grade street foods have emerged on the epicurean dining circuit, too. From falafel to tacos, find these budget beauties on the streets of Seattle.

Hey, Stranger: Communal Dining

It's the latest trend in restaurant design: communal seating. While breaking bread at a table of strangers may bring back not-so-fond memories of school lunchrooms for some, it can take culinary adventures to new levels for those brave enough to try it. Head straight to the shared tables at these local hot spots where you're guaranteed to enjoy both the cuisine and the camaraderie of fellow foodies.

Now in Seattle: New Restaurants

From upscale eateries to casual cafes, get the buzz on the newest restaurants in Seattle.

Hipster Makeover Guide

So you want to be a hipster? Now's your chance. Become a hep cat at these top Seattle clothing shops, health clubs, furniture stores, bars, and hair salons.

Burn Calories, Not Carbon: Outdoor Adventures

Put your keys down and back away from the car. Instead, frolick in the mud, water, and grass. Seattle's got a bounty when it comes to outdoor activities, whether you're a trained hiker or dirt-averse. We've got outdoorsy ideas ranging from the work intensive to the downright leisurely.

Vacation in the City

No matter how much you love living in Seattle, sometimes it's hard not to stare out the window and wish to be anywhere but here. This is followed by looking at your bank account and crying yourself to sleep. Fear not, brave resident, a vacation for you is literally right around the corner. Give us a day, and we'll show you the world through your own window. First step? Sleep in--it's free and nothing says, "The good life," quite like waking up at noon.

Seattle's Best Chocolate

You can deny yourself chocolate, but why would you want to? Considering it's an aphrodisiac that can lower blood pressure, it's hardly a vice worth kicking. The next time you indulge in life's simple gift of the cocoa bean, try one of these fabulous local brands and remember--you've got one less thing to feel guilty about.

7 Deadly Sins, Seattle-Style

Have you been feeling sinful lately? We've found 21 (fairly) legal ways to indulge your wicked side.

Downtown Lunch Spots

A workday lunch doesn't have to mean a boring turkey sandwich shoved in a Ziploc bag or a Snickers hastily grabbed from the vending machine when you finally listened to your hunger at 2pm. Make time for good eats and you'll be a happier camper in front of that monitor the rest of the day. Here are our picks for mid-day sustenance in the city center.

Whip It Up: Best Cooking Classes

Whether sharpening your knife skills or just learning to boil water, Seattle has several cooking classes to get you back in the kitchen.

Booze Clues: Bar Trivia Nights

Hey, know-it-all, are your friends sick of losing to you in Trivial Pursuit? Time to take your knowledge to the streets--trivia nights are alive and well in the Emerald City. Here's our list of the best places to show off what you know--all the while imbibing some liquid courage to help your brilliance shine.

Gastro Globe-Trot

Tour the globe on a shoestring budget--with your mouth! We're in a recession, after all, so trade dreams of Mexican beaches for tangy salty tacos at a local establishment. There's no jet lag, you won't have the urge to wear a fanny pack or have to look up how to say "hello" in your Rick Steves guidebook. Seattle's got some of the best cuisine the world has to offer, in cozy neighborhood pockets throughout the city.

Browse Seattle Editors’ Lists

More Seattle Neighborhoods

To Do in Seattle

Seattle Services

More Info

Contact

Partner Sites: