http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/39713 Tired of frequenting the <a href="http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/38867">same old hangouts</a>? Walk on the wild side with strange brews, outlandish eateries and odd establishments of all kinds with our list of Seattle treasures that offer a few surprises. en Copyright 2003 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 editor_seattle@citysearch.com http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/4f/5c/39713r1.jpg http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/39713 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This Phinney Ridge dive offers a long list of exotic-meat burgers, including antelope, kangaroo, ostrich, reindeer, alligator, camel, caribou and more. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10774542/seattle_wa/kort_haus.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Meaty grilled beef heart skewers are a star tapas at this sleek Andean restaurant in Kirkland. Kirkland, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/41897037/kirkland_wa/mixtura_closed.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Even if you're not mesmerized by the hundreds of crayon drawings adorning the walls, the 12-egg omelet is sure to get your attention. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10774490/seattle_wa/beth_s_cafe.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The Indian- and Mediterranean-influenced cuisine of Afghanistan is showcased beautifully at Seattle's only Afghan restaurant. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10774425/seattle_wa/kabul_afghan_cuisine.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/41417 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/38069 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles There's a strict one-per-customer limit on the Yohito, a mojito made with the African herb yohimbe, rumored to be an aphrodisiac, stimulant and mild hallucinogen. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10774429/seattle_wa/thaiku.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Try the lovely Koi martini, made with Cassis, Japanese Takrua Jun vodka and oolong tea; it has a pretty matcha tea whip cream float and a pocky stick coming out the top. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/44555088/seattle_wa/wann_japanese_izakaya.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Order a Pickletini to complete your East Coast-meets-Fremont diner experience--it's a dirty gin or vodka martini made with pickle juice instead of olive. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/35710959/seattle_wa/roxy_s_diner.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Classic video games + beer + hot dogs = fun. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10796556/seattle_wa/shorty_s_coney_island.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/39556 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/41392 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Guests' doors are covered in full-length photographs--including a "grunge floor" filled with Seattle legends--and each room contains an original painting by a Northwest artist. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/40862360/seattle_wa/hotel_max.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This classy hotel's basement offers the Golf Club, a virtual reality golf experience that can accommodate up to four people on each of its two "courses." Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/41943475/seattle_wa/hotel_1000.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Fly high with the "Sky High Club" package, which includes a night in the Penthouse, a scenic tour of Seattle via sea plane and dinner at Sky City at the Space Needle. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/41869713/seattle_wa/hotel_deca.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Each room at this downtown European-style hotel is named after a Washington state winery and guests can indulge in a complimentary wine tasting every afternoon. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10768315/seattle_wa/hotel_vintage_park.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/41230 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/41343/ Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles From rubber chickens to bacon strip bandages, find zany gifts in every shape and size at this kitsch emporium. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10783880/seattle_wa/archie_mcphee_co_.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Fremont's most beloved sculpture, the 18-foot troll lurks under an overpass and crushes a VW bug in his stony fingers. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/11348370/seattle_wa/fremont_troll.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Since 1899, this waterfront trinket shop displays mummies, deformed animals in jars and Ecuadorian shrunken heads amongst its tourist knickknacks. Seattle, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10776978/seattle_wa/ye_olde_curiosity_shop.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles More than 1,000 dolls on permanent display at this Bellevue museum, from rare 19th century wooden matrons to original Barbies. Bellevue, WA http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10730968/bellevue_wa/rosalie_whyel_museum_of_doll_art.html Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/41297 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/40063 Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700 http://seattle.citysearch.com Tue, 15 Jul 2003 02:28:27 -0700