"Fremont Coffee Company" is by far the biggest coffee shop I've come across in Seattle. It's built inside a house. I love the multi-level patio outside!

"ETG Coffee" Seattle isn't the place to work for hours on your laptop. But if you want a quick, delicious espresso & a pastry for the way, look no further.

"Stone Way Café" Seattle truly has it all. Incredible food for cheap? Check. Local beers on tap? Check. Cozy community atmosphere? Check. Small lines, too

"The Neptune Theatre" in Seattle used to be a cinema and now is a city landmark of a multi-use art and concerts venue! I love going up to the mezzanine...

"Preserve & Gather" in Seattle has strong coffee, a modern/industrial atmosphere and otherworldly food. Just try their ricotta toast w/ honey. No wi-fi!

"Easy Street Records" in West Seattle has been named one of the best US record shops by both Rolling Stone & Time Magazine. Top notch employee curations.

"Seattle Pops" makes some of the best sweets you can find around. It brings me the same joy I remember as a child. Pro-tip: have yours dipped in chocolate.

"Cafe Con Todo" in Seattle (est. mid-2018) is an extension of a salsa dance studio and has occasional dance evenings. Perfect neighborhood cafe ambience.

"The Octopus Bar" is by far the best watering hole in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood. The decor should be tacky (in theory), but it's effortlessly cool

"La Marzocco" in Seattle is the perfect place to sip coffee, flip open your MacBook and lose yourself in your work. It's in the same space as KEXP...

"Mbar" Seattle is best known for their Divine Intervention cocktail. From the highly curated dinner to the seats by the firepit, it is perfect for a date.

"Robert Ramsay Cellars" in Seattle is a little hidden from the outside but absolutely worth it. You can try wine flight or pours - the Mouvedre is my fav.