Seattle city guide
We love Seattle.
In fact we love it so much we compiled a guide to the best things to do, see, eat and experience in our home city. Browse the list below, or check out our map of the city.
We hope you enjoy this guide and the recommendations within. We are positive that by the end of your stay, you’ll love Seattle every bit as much as us.
Bon voyage!
IxD19 Team Favorite
Walrus & The Carpenter & Barnacle
Restaurants Ballard
Oysters & other seafood plus American plates & specialty cocktails in a small, simple space.
Location: 4743 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
IxD19 Team Favorite
General Porpoise
Coffee Shops & Cafes Restaurants Amazon Campus Ballard Capitol Hill Denny Regrade
Every city has its hallowed doughnut institutions but this one is a step above any other doughnut shop. The selection of filled doughnuts here is something you must try. Get here early though as they disappear fast!
Location: 1020 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
Westward
Restaurants Wallingford
An IxDA Board retreat dinner will be here before the conference, so they must know something... Renée Erickson purchased this gem from another restaurant group last year, and vowed to pretty much leave it intact. That's great, because Westward has one of the freshest seafood menus and most well-curated oyster selections in the city. And that view tho! Sit outside with a blanket (yes! even in February!) on an Adirondack chair as you pregame with cocktails or bubbles and local oysters and take in the glittering skyline as it hovers above Lake Union.
Location: 2501 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103
Bateau & Bar Melusine
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Large slabs of beef can be spied through the window of this powerhouse of steak awesomeness. Rene did not disappoint when she unleashed Bateau upon Seattle a few years back. Bateau now offers a tasting menu as well which is well worth it. Some of the best craft cocktails in th city can be had here as well. Bar Melusine is quite reminiscent of the Walrus and the Carpenter. Most dishes are raw or served chilled even if cooked. The usual fine craft cocktails found at every Erickson establishment and some subtle stylish decor.
Location: 1060 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98109
IxD19 Team Favorite
Willmott's Ghost
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
One of the newest jewels in Renée Erickson's crown, Willmott's Ghost puts an Italian spin on her signature Pacific Northwest style with pizzas and antipasti. Located in the Amazon Spheres, this one is hard to get in to.
Near IxD19 Design Dinner Host
Location: 2100 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Dahlia Lounge
Restaurants Belltown
Modern space serving Asian-infused Pacific Northwest cuisine & known for its coconut cream pie.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Lola
Restaurants Belltown
Just across the street from Tom Douglass flagship Dahlia lounge, Lola is a jewel. The middle-Eastern-cum-cajun inspired breakfast menu features signature made to order beignets, which everyone should experience at least once. Mabye, many times.
Near IxD19
Assembly Hall
Restaurants Denny Regrade
10,000-sq.-ft. food hall features a juice-&-coffee bar, an Asian eatery, a deli market & a florist.
Near IxD19
Bravehorse Tavern
Restaurants
Bustling Tom Douglas tavern with gourmet pub grub, dozens of craft brews & signature pretzels.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Deep Dive
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Stunningly beautiful underwater-themed bar at the Amazon Spheres in South Lake Union. Excellent cocktails and fancy small plates, including a Renee Erickson–style hot dog.
Near IxD19 Design Dinner Host
Cantina Lena
Restaurants
Mexican eatery for margarita slushies, tortas, tacos & horchata amid a festive ambiance.
The Carlile Room
Restaurants
Hip spot serving up modern American cooking & featuring pre- and post-theater service.
Trattoria Cuoco
Restaurants
Buzzy Northern Italian spot serving handmade pastas in a rustic-chic interior with an open kitchen.
IxD19 Team Favorite
The Whale Wins
Restaurants Fremont
This is the classic that really propelled Renee Erickson to the top of the coterie of Seattle restauranteurs. It's still the great dining experience its always been. Bookish decor and a homey atmosphere make you feel like you're cuddling up with a classic. Spoiler alert: The Whale really does Win!
Design Dinner Host
Ettas
Restaurants
Casual Pacific NW eatery near Pike Place Market serves signature spice-rubbed salmon & crab cakes.
Home Remedy
Restaurants Denny Regrade
Bustling space with seating for deli sandwiches & global eats plus prepared foods & groceries.
Near IxD19
Serious Pie
Restaurants
Cozy restaurant with wood-fired, thin-crust gourmet pizzas, wine & beer served at communal tables.
Near IxD19
Palace Kitchen
Restaurants
Upscale New American cooking & cocktails from chef Tom Douglas presented in a busy bohemian setting.
Near IxD19
Rub With Love Shack
Restaurants
Simple counter-serve destination providing hearty sandwiches prepared with housemade rubs.
SeaTown
Restaurants
Eat-in deli at Pike Place Market with seafood, sandwiches & rotisserie meats, plus an outdoor patio.
Tanakasan
Restaurants Denny Regrade
Stylish spot for new takes on Asian-American fare such as ramen & small plates, plus cocktails.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Sushi Kashiba
Restaurants Belltown
In a city with a wealth of excellent and innovative sushi, Shiro Kashiba is a cult figure. His Sushi Kashiba inspires pilgrimages among sushi aficionados. Sushi Kashiba doesn't take reservations, so you'll have to wait in line, but you'll forget all about that once you try it.
June Baby
Restaurants Ravenna
Eduardo Jordan's southern (emphasis on) inspired neighborhood spot is the 2018 James Beard award winner for Best New Restaurant. (Not just in Seattle or the Northwest, anywhere.) You'll have to wait in line, but the hype is real. That fried chicken tho!
Salare
Restaurants Ravenna
Eduardo's Jordan's first restaurant sensation just down the street from June Baby, Salare's eclectic menu features nose-to-tail local meats & creative veggie dishes in a contemporary room.
Tilth
Restaurants Wallingford
Tilth is Maria Hines original statment in locavore dining. It blends upscale tasting menu oriented sophistication (you can get an all-vegetarian tasting menu here!) with a cozy atmosphere with an emphasis on environmentally friendly fare. The wine pairings are excellent and highly recommended.
IxD19 Team Favorite
Revel
Restaurants South Lake Union
Korean dishes prepared with French technique in a modern industrial-design space with a hopping bar.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Joule
Restaurants
Korean-fusion steakhouse offering Asian-Northwest eats amid handmade wallpaper & communal seating.
Design Dinner Host
Trove
Restaurants
Current decor, vibrant walls & a fun concept highlighting Korean street food keep this spot popular.
Revelry
Restaurants
Korean dishes prepared with French technique in a modern industrial-design space with a hopping bar.
Near IxD19
Adana
Restaurants Capitol Hill
This handsome locale serves Japanese comfort food, tasting menus & a wide array of whiskeys.
Location: 1449 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122
Plum Bistro
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Organic, sustainable vegan dishes featuring seitan & tofu in an industrial-chic space.
Location: 1429 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
Tacos Chukis
Restaurants Capitol Hill
No-frills pick for counter-serve Mexican street food, including tacos, quesadillas & burritos.
Location: 219 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102
The Pink Door
Restaurants Downtown
Italian restaurant with burlesque shows & trapeze entertainment plus terrace with Elliott Bay views.
Location: 1919 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101
Coastal Kitchen
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Bright eatery with an American menu ranging from breakfast classics to Cajun twists on seafood fare.
Location: 429 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
Ivar's Acres of Clams
Restaurants Downtown
Local chain dishing up fried fish & chowders in casual quarters with nautical accents.
Location: 1001 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98104
Toulouse Petit
Restaurants Lower Queen Anne
Hip Cajun-Creole spot with a cozy, New Orleans–influenced dining room.
Location: 601 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Black Bottle
Restaurants Belltown
Chic place with a patio serving creative small plates along with cocktails, wine & beer.
Location: 2600 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Monsoon
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Stylish Vietnamese eatery offering contemporary dishes, such as its signature clay-pot catfish.
Location: 615 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
Momiji
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Stylish Japanese restaurant for sushi & upscale cocktails in a serene space with a Kyoto courtyard.
Location: 1522 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Fogon
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Vibrant, informal, family-owned Mexican cantina with homemade corn tortillas & tequila cocktails.
Location: 600 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122
Shiro’s Sushi
Restaurants Belltown
Omakase & an à la carte menu prevail in a spartan room. First come, first serve. Get in line early.
Location: 2401 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Pho Bac
Restaurants International District
Chic space dishing up bowls of pho alongside bar snacks, cocktails & a natural wine bar.
Location: 1240 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98144
Portage Bay Cafe
Restaurants South Lake Union
Daytime restaurant for sustainable breakfasts, lunches & brunches & a nuts-&-fruits toppings bar.
Location: 391 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Taylor Shellfish Raw Bars
Restaurants Capitol Hill Lower Queen Anne Pioneer Square
Taylor Shellfish is the largest shellfish producer in North America. Many of the oysters you find in Seattle's finest restaurants are grown by Taylor. Interaction 19 executive producer Bram Wessel buys oyster seed from Taylor during their annual seed sale for his personal oyster farm on Hood Canal. Taylor features an array of upscale local spots where you can try their Totten Virginicas or Fat Bastards, and it you're there on the right day, you might find the elusive Olympia oyster, the only variety native to Puget Sound. Also teriffic clams, and Dungeness crab. Locations in the Melrose Market between Pike and Pine, and lower Queen Anne are the closest to the conferce. This is the true fresh Seattle seafood experience.
Location: 410 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Heartwood Provisions
Restaurants Downtown
Comfortable, modern space offering posh New American dishes matched with cocktails.
Location: 1103 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
IxD19 Team Favorite
Marjorie
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Modern design & handcrafted decor set the stage for eclectic comfort fare from around the world.
Location: 1412 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122
Din Tai Fung
Restaurants Downtown
Wildly popular Taiwanese-based soup dumpling and dimsum chain with 3 locations in Seattle.
Location: 600 Pine St #403, Seattle, WA 98101
Cactus
Restaurants South Lake Union
Local chain serves up Southwestern-Mexican cuisine & margaritas in a colorful, lively setting.
Location: 350 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Mamnoon & Mamnoon Street
Restaurants Belltown Denny Regrade
Modern cafe serving Middle Eastern street foods & drinks in a striking skyscraper.
Near IxD19
Location: 2020 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Lil Woody’s
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Burgers in many combos plus homemade shakes served in a rustic yet lively space that's open late.
Location: 1211 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
Il Corvo
Restaurants Pioneer Square
Lunch-only Italian spot for homemade pastas served in a space decorated with antique tools.
Location: 217 James St, Seattle, WA 98104
IxD19 Team Favorite
Oddfellows Cafe & Bar
Restaurants Capitol Hill Downtown
Linda Derchang's stylish American eatery is perhaps Seattle's best option for a light lunch. (You know, the French kind, which includes maybe a glass or three of wine?) Oddfellows is right next door to Elliott Bay Books (inside of which you'll find "Little Oddfellows" and offers a variety of seasonal fare & craft drinks to a bustling crowd. Once again, nobody captures that special Seattle flavor of laid-back sophistication quite like Ms. Linda.
Location: 1525 10th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Glo’s Cafe
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Homey diner with all-day breakfasts & late-night weekend hours, known for its eggs Benedict.
Location: 1621 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98102
Seven Stars Pepper
Restaurants International District
Varied menu of Sichuan-style fare at a modest eatery, with hand-shaved noodles & a hot-pot buffet.
Location: 1207 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98144
Pike Place Chowder
Restaurants Downtown
Local seafood institution serving traditional & specialty chowders in a counter-serve setting.
Location: 600 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
8oz Burger Bar
Restaurants Capitol Hill
Upscale burger joint offering all-natural burgers & craft cocktails amid cowboy-themed decor.
Location: 1401 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Lark
Restaurants
High quality local ingredients make this creative modern cuisine evocative of the lighter fare of San Francisco.
Chiso
Restaurants
Sushi, Japanese small plates & interesting cocktails keep this minimalist dining room hopping.
Delancey
Restaurants North Ballard
Vying for the best pizza in Seattle DeLancey offers an amazing New York style pizza. The wine selections are solid as well
Location: 1415 NW 70th Street, Seattle WA 98117
Essex
Restaurants North Ballard
Essex is the bar attached to Delancey. Essex offered some of the best craft cocktails in Seattle as well as the best burger in Seattle.
Location: 1421 NW 70th Street, Seattle WA 98117
Bar Del Corso
Restaurants Beacon Hill
Also vying for the best pizza in Seattle is bar Del Corso. Bar del Corso has a solid craft cocktail program and offers amazing dishes such as their polpette (meat balls), and pork shoulder braised in olive oil. The sausage pizza with goat horn peppers is highly recommended as well.
Location: 3057 Beacon Avenue South Seattle, WA 98144
Jade Garden
Restaurants International District
Jade garden has arguably the best dim sum in Seattle. They also have the best all around Chinese food in the city with familiar Americanized favorites as well as more authentic dishes.
Location: 424 7th Ave S Seattle, WA 98104
Señor Moose Cafe
Restaurants Ballard
Señor Moose’s low key environment offers a great sampling of different local dishes from various regions of Mexico. Recommended for brunch.
Location: 5242 Leary Ave NW, Seattle WA 98107
Katsu Burger
Restaurants
A clever burgerfication of Japanese Katsu preparations of chicken, pork, and beef. The nori fries are great. Portions can be huge so make sure you are hungry.
Bastille
Restaurants Ballard
Jason Stoneburner’s homage to French bistro cuisine consistently satisfies that itch for a classic steak frites. The wine program is on point with magnum Tuesdays and daily flight specials.
Location: 5307 Ballard Avenue Northwest, Seattle, WA 98107
Arashi Ramen
Restaurants Ballard
Seattle has a formiddable Ramen game and Arashi is near the top of the heap. Its a small space but it delivers some high quality classic ramen. Get the signature Arashi Ramen and add black garlic oil! The chicken karaage is very good too.
Location: 5401 20th Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98107
HeartBeet Organic Superfoods Cafe
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Casual vegan spot known for its gluten- & dairy-free food, smoothies, and juice cleanses.
Location: 1635 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Starbucks Reserve
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
A unique Starbucks experience showcasing an ever-evolving menu of coffee, cocktails, and food.
Location: 1124 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101
Caffe Ladro
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
Contemporary local coffeehouse chain featuring sustainable beans, pastries, and baked goods.
Location: 801 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
Caffe Vita
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
Pacific Northwest chain serving house-roasted coffee in hip, relaxed surroundings.
Location: 1005 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
Ada’s Technical Books & Cafe
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
Bright, airy cafe inside a self-described "geeky" bookstore offering light, health-conscious fare.
Location: 425 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
Broadcast
Coffee Shops & Cafes Central
Independent roaster featuring artisanal espresso drinks & light fare in a sun-lit, minimalist space.
Location: 1918 E Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122
Cherry Street Coffee
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
Original location of this iconic Seattle coffee roaster who now has 12 unique locations around the city.
Location: 700 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
Espresso Vivace Alley 24
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill Denny Regrade
Baristas prepare smooth espresso & lattes topped with foam art in an industrial-chic space.
Location: 227 Yale Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Kaladi Brothers
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
Alaskan born, dog friendly coffee roaster that recently moved into a beautiful new space.
Location: 517 E Pike St Ste C, Seattle, WA 98122
Monorail Espresso
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
The Seattle espresso stand that started it all is no longer in its iconic location literally under the old Monorail station (which no longer exists). But it's still bringing the rocket fuel with strong espresso-based beverages & homemade cookies. Cash only, but well worth it.
Location: 510 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101
Storyville
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
Local coffee roaster chain with locations downtown, in the Pike Market, and in Queen Anne.
Location: 1001 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
Mr. West
Coffee Shops & Cafes Belltown
Ultramodern fixture serving espresso drinks, beer/wine & cafe eats in an open, airy interior.
Location: 720 Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98101
Anchored Ship
Coffee Shops & Cafes Ballard
Cozy coffee shop serving java drinks, sandwiches & pastries in a hip space with nautical accents.
Location: 5308 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
Elm Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shops & Cafes Pioneer Square
House-roasted, single-origin brews are the specialty at this casual coffeehouse in a calm palette.
Location: 240 2nd Ave S #103, Seattle, WA 98104
Biscuit Bitch
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
Funky coffeehouse & biscuit specialist serving Southern-inspired fare in cozy, cheery digs.
Location: 1909 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Cherry Street Public House
Coffee Shops & Cafes Pioneer Square
Premium coffee, local beer, & Persian food served in a chill, relaxed setting with sidewalk tables.
Location: 210 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Cascade Coffee Works
Coffee Shops & Cafes South Lake Union
Industrial chic locale serving espresso drinks, beer/wine, kombucha & cafe eats in an open space.
Location: 1130 Thomas St, Seattle, WA 98109
Analog Coffee
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
Comfy neighborhood coffeehouse with a nautical feel offering a pour-over menu & cold brew on tap.
Location: 235 Summit Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
Caffe Umbria
Coffee Shops & Cafes Pioneer Square
Upmarket espresso plus panini & pastries in a European-style cafe setting with outdoor tables.
Location: 320 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Victrola Coffee
Coffee Shops & Cafes Capitol Hill
Relaxed coffeehouse with vintage decor offering global coffees, weekly tastings & pastries.
Location: 310 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
Anchorhead Coffee
Coffee Shops & Cafes Downtown
Minimalist coffee shop featuring nitro cold brew on tap, infamous for their signature "quaffle" pastry.
Location: 1600 7th Ave #105, Seattle, WA 98101
Ballard Coffee Works
Coffee Shops & Cafes Ballard
Bustling coffee shop featuring varied espresso blends & treats in a light-filled modern venue.
Location: 2060 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107
Fremont Coffee Company
Coffee Shops & Cafes Fremont
Cafe offering fair-trade, organic brews & pastries in a small house with porch & comfy seating.
Location: 459 N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103
IxD19 Team Favorite
Milstead & Co.
Coffee Shops & Cafes Fremont
With art-adorned walls, this coffeehouse boasts the #1 raking in Seattle. Well worth the trip to try.
Location: 754 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Pike & Western Wine Shop
Drinks & Late Night
In the middle of the heavily-touristed Pike Place Market, Pike and Western seems like it should be a lot more expensive. But it's one of the best values in town. Great selection of both old world and local wines. Tastings Friday afternoons.
Location: 1934 Pike Pl, Seattle, WA 98101
IxD19 Team Favorite
Holy Mountain Brewing Company
Drinks & Late Night Interbay
Tucked away in an industrial park on the far side of Queen Anne Hill, some uber beer geeks we know consider this the best brewery in America. Well worth the trip. Colin Lefensty and his crew make consistently interesting stylistic choices, specializing in saisons and sours. If you see their taps in other establishments, order them.
Location: 1421 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
Fremont Brewing
Drinks & Late Night Fremont
Family-owned, beloved brewery that consistently produces some of the best-loved seasonal ales in Seattle. One of the giants in the Seattle craft beer scene. And free pretzels!
Location: 1050 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Optimism Brewing
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Industrial-chic, dog friendly brewery serving unique beers, featuring rotating eats from local food trucks.
Location: 1158 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Capitol Cider
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Bi-level tavern with a vintage vibe, numerous hard ciders on tap, a gluten-free menu & games.
Location: 818 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
Unicorn
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Corn dogs meet cocktails at this carnival-themed bar with arcades & a stage downstairs.
Location: 1118 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
Madison Pub
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Relaxed, gay sports bar offering beer & cocktails, plus TV sports, pool, darts & a jukebox.
Location: 1315 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98122
Jupiter Bar
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Hangout with local art, cocktails & light fare, plus an arcade with pinball machines & a pool table.
Location: 2126 2nd Ave A, Seattle, WA 98121
IxD19 Team Favorite
Montana
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Western-themed, gay-friendly dive bar with cocktails on tap & craft beers served in log-lined environs.
Location: 1506 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98122
Revolver
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Friendly neighborhood beer bar that serves up vinyl platters and pub grub with it's small but well-curated selection of ciders and ales.
The Backdoor
Drinks & Late Night Fremont
Speakeasy-style lounge behind Roxy's Diner, for cocktails, small plates & occasional live music.
Location: 462 N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103
IxD19 Team Favorite
Damn The Weather
Drinks & Late Night Pioneer Square
Upscale gastropub with craft cocktails & a changing menu of American fare in wood-&-brick digs.
Location: 116 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Navy Strength
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Classic & novel tiki drinks meet an eclectic bar menu in a sunny locale with globe-trotting decor.
Location: 2505 2nd Ave #102, Seattle, WA 98121
No Anchor
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Cozy taproom with a creatively organized beer list, wine, upscale bites & beer-focused cocktails.
Location: 2505 2nd Ave #105, Seattle, WA 98121
The Nest
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Top-shelf hotel bar with expansive Puget Sound views, large-format cocktails & gourmet nibbles. Watch out for their hidden "reservation fees" if you reserve an outdoor table via their Web service. Outdoor heating makes it tolerable in the cold, but you're pretty much hosed if it's raining.
Location: 110 Stewart Street, Seattle, WA 98101
Art Marble 21
Drinks & Late Night South Lake Union
Contemporary destination offering New American plates, cocktails & brews, plus a game room.
Location: 731 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Radiator Whiskey
Drinks & Late Night
Rustic-chic spot with open kitchen for creative terrines & other meat creations & huge whiskey list. Hard to find in it's labyrinthine Market building, but worth the hunt.
Location: 94 Pike St #30, Seattle, WA 98101
IxD19 Team Favorite
Rachel’s Ginger Beer
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Handcrafted ginger beer in a range of flavors is on tap at this buzzy soda/cocktail spot.
Location: 1610 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Canon
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Snug bar serving aged spirits, bespoke drinks, global bites & more in a retro, bottle-adorned space.
Location: 928 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Knee High Stocking Co.
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Speakeasy-themed bar in an unmarked space offering small plates & a lengthy cocktail lineup.
Location: 1356 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98122
Tavern Law
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
High-end vintage cocktails & American fare in a dark, sophisticated space. (Shhh, rumor has it there's a Speakeasy somewhere on the premises.)
Location: 1406 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Zig Zag Cafe
Drinks & Late Night Downtown
Pioneering craft cocktail space, one of the ones that started the craze back in the 90's. Also features gourmet snacks in a hip space tucked away in the Pike Street Hillclimb near Post Alley. Don't tell anyone.
Location: 1501 Western Ave Ste 202, Seattle, WA 98101
Shorty’s
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Coney Island-themed bar is a favorite hangout, offering hot dogs, nachos, pinball & arcade games.
Location: 2222 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Good Bar
Drinks & Late Night Pioneer Square
Modern decor & a historic space set the stage for artisanal cocktails & high-end bar bites.
Location: 240 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
IxD19 Team Favorite
Cloudburst Brewing
Drinks & Late Night Downtown
A pint-size taproom in a high-concept brewery dispensing craft suds to beer connoisseurs.
Location: 2116 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
IxD19 Team Favorite
Linda’s Tavern
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
When OG Seattle scenester Linda Derschang decided in the early '90's to expand beyond her Basic clothing line, she decided to call her first eating and drinking establishment, well, "Linda's." Featuring local craft brews, comfort food, and backwoods vintage northwest kitschy decor, Linda's quickly became THE preferred habitat for the grungerati. She added a cool enclosed and partially covered patio, and it's become a Seattle intitutionj, serving both late night drinks & hangover-curing brunch.
Location: 707 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122
Garage Billiards
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
20 bowling lanes, 25 pool tables, 6 bars & a pub grub menu in a retro-themed, circa-1928 building.
Location: 1130 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Reuben’s Brews
Drinks & Late Night Ballard
Intimate taproom in an award-winning craft brewery showcasing a rotating selection of draft beers.
Location: 5010 14th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
The Raygun Lounge
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
This lively hangout with beer & bar eats features tables for board, role-playing & card games.
Location: 501 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122
Mox
Drinks & Late Night Ballard
Games store with a bar-cafe offering classic & new board & card products, plus rentals.
Location: 5105 Leary Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
The Stepping Stone
Drinks & Late Night Ballard
Cozy and intimate, this dive bar is a neighborhood favorite serving up sandwiches and a full bar menu.
Location: 5903 24th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
Cha Cha Lounge
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
A divey oasis-cum-basement cantina bathed in red light. It's a great place to lose yourself in conversation, or in the gaze of someone nice.
Location: 1013 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
The Pine Box
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Outstanding selection of craft beers on tap & New American comfort fare housed in a former mortuary with cathedral ceilings. Totally not creepy!
Location: 1600 Melrose Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
The Runaway
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Divey, chill, brick-clad spot with colorful orb lighting serves tap beer & cocktails attached to Neumos.
Location: 1425 10th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Flatstick Pub SLU
Drinks & Late Night South Lake Union
Games bar with mini golf and duffleboard (no, that's not a typo) serving up dozens of local beers on tap.
Near IxD19
Location: 609 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Monster Dogs
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
An iconic, cream cheese-smothered late night staple, these delicious dogs are unique to Seattle.
Location: E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
Dicks Drive-In
Drinks & Late Night Restaurants Capitol Hill
Emmet Watson, when asked how to make Seattle better, used to say "put it back!" Dicks is a slice of old Seattle that never left. Going strong since the 1950's, your parents used to call it "Ricardo's Club 19" after the 19 cent Dick's Deluxe. You can still get a Deluxe and fries, for cheap, and it makes a delightful fourthmeal after you've been out... carousing and carrying on. The closest one to the Conference Center is in Capitol Hill and was immortalized in Sir Mix-a-lot's hip hop classic "Posse's on Broadway." Others are in Wallingford, lower Queen Anne, and Lake City.
Location: 115 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102
Lost Lake Cafe
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
24-hour spot draws a hip crowd with its American diner fare, happy hour & mid-century modern decor.
Location: 1505 10th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Mecca Cafe
Drinks & Late Night
Long-running diner dishing up American comfort food & all-day breakfasts, open daily til 3:00 AM.
Location: 526 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
The 5 Point Cafe
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
Circa-1929 American diner open 24/7 serving hearty all-day breakfasts, burgers & hot sandwiches.
Location: 415 Cedar St, Seattle, WA 98119
IxD19 Team Favorite
Re-Bar
Drinks & Late Night Denny Regrade
Perhaps the living definition of a "mixed" bar, this legendary club features different nightly themes, with DJs spinning everything from funk to punk. Welcoming to all gender identities and sexual orientations. Some of Seattle's most unique queer community theater and bulesque grew up here.
Near IxD19
Location: 1114 Howell St, Seattle, WA 98101
Showbox
Drinks & Late Night Downtown
Opened in 1939, this iconic music venue has hosted legends ranging from Duke Ellington to Pearl Jam. Recently, a developer purchased the building and attempted to close the Showbox, but the music community rallied and forestalled it's demise for the moment. So you might want to take in a show there before it's gone
Location: 1426 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Chop Suey
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Not content with ruling the comfort bar scene, Linda Derschang brought her flawless theme-driven aesthetic, this time bedecked in tawdry-chic red retro Asian accents to Seattle's already saturated club scene. Linda has since sold her interest in Chop Suey, but it's still going strong, featuring nightly features a diverse lineup of anything from hip-hop to alt-rock and legendary DH sets.
Location: 1325 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
The Crocodile
Drinks & Late Night Belltown
The legendary Crocodile Cafe got remodeled, but it's still the same basic layout where all those shows you've heard or read about happened. Everyone from the 1990's Seattle music scene graced the Croc's stage, from Alice In Chains to Mudhoney to Sleater-Kinney and everything in between. Nirvana would play secret shows here, and it was at the Sub Pop 5th Anniversay Party in April 1994, here at ethe Croc, where Kurt Cobain's bandmates, closest friends, and label mates came to mourn after learning of his death the day before.
Near IxD19
Location: 2200 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Neumos
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Formerly the legendary 90's rock club Moe, Neumos is the most prolific venue for new and independent music in Seattle. It's right in the epicenter of the Pike/Pine subsection of Capitol Hill, a major Seattle nightlife hub.
Location: 925 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
Tractor Tavern
Drinks & Late Night Ballard
From rock to reggae, folk to country: performances vary at this down-home music club & bar.
Location: 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
R Place
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Multilevel gay entertainment center with dancing, bars & pool plus events such as cabaret & karaoke.
Location: 619 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122
The Pony
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Off the chain gay bar where the drinks are strong and mischief is guaranteed.
IxD19 Team Favorite
RockBox
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Seattle's premiere Karaoke spot. Almost guaranteed there will be some kind of IxDA Karaoke event here. Check Slack for details.
El Corazon
Drinks & Late Night Denny Regrade
If Metal is your thing, this is your place! If not, well, this is the site of the Off Ramp, one of the epicenters of the Grunge scene, so at least it's got some historical cachet. A band called Mookie Blaylock played one gig here before they added a lead singer from San Diego and changed their name to Pearl Jam.
IxD19 Team Favorite
Le Caviste
Drinks & Late Night Denny Regrade South Lake Union
Just steps away from the Conference Center you'll find Le Caviste, one of Seattle's most distinctive wine bars. Sommelier David Butler's masterful palate is the star of the show here. His selection of natural wines mostly from France guarantee you an interesting and delicious quaff. The small plate food pairings and candlelit bistrot seating make this a welcome respite from conference hurly-burly.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Vif Wine and Coffee
Coffee Shops & Cafes Drinks & Late Night Restaurants Fremont
Shawn Mead and Lauren Feldman's Vif is one of Seattle's truly wonderful places. Excellent coffee, Lauren's lovingly crafted breakfast and lunch dishes, and Seattle's best portfolio of natural wines make this wine bar/cafe/wine shop well worth the short trip to upper Fremont. This is where the IxDA Board met for pre-func before it's August retreat dinner at nearby seafood superstar Rock Creek. It's near impossible to buy a bottle of wine from Shawn without getting the story of the site, the winemaking techniques, and the winemakers, who she probably knows personally from her extensive travels working for importer Louis/Dressner. Tell her Bram sent you.
Location: 4401 Fremont Ave North, Seattle, WA 98103
Bar Ferdinand
Coffee Shops & Cafes Drinks & Late Night Restaurants Capitol Hill
Another natural wine bar, this one owned by Matt Dillon with wine curated by sometime sommelier Marc Papineau. Located in one of Seattle's most well-curated food & drink complexes, Capitol Hill's Chophouse Row.
Footprint Wine Tap
Drinks & Late Night Capitol Hill
Brand new, sustainably-focused keg wine tap, featuring flights of local wines and small bites.
Location: 1222 E Madison St suite c, Seattle, WA 98122
IxD19 Team Favorite
KEXP Studios
Coffee Shops & Cafes Culture & Landmarks Lower Queen Anne
You can find KEXP at 90.3FM in Seattle and streaming all over the world at kexp.org. KEXP is an internationally renowned independent music station, one of the last of its kind. It has incredible community support. It recently moved into a new space in the Seattle Center where it has a gathering space that hosts concerts, has a full La Marzocco coffee bar, and a vinyl record shop called Light In The Attic Records. During Interaction 19, KEXP will be broadcasting live remotes from London, where they're be celebrating International Clash Day, a yearly celebration of the music and social impact of The Clash. Tune in, stream, or go take a studio tour at this global new music powerhouse.
Location: 472 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
The Museum of History & Industry
Culture & Landmarks South Lake Union
Visit the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) to learn about the history of our region. Exhibits range from history of the Gold Rush to product design as it’s evolved throughout the history of our city.
Location: 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
The Space Needle
Culture & Landmarks Lower Queen Anne
Designed & built for the 1962 World's Fair, it's a landmark of the Pacific NW and an icon of Seattle.
Location: 400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109
The Museum of Flight
Culture & Landmarks Georgetown
The largest independent, non-profit air and space museum in the world.
Location: 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle, WA 98108
Nordic Museum
Culture & Landmarks Ballard
A recently renovated museum dedicated to the heritage of Seattle's Nordic immigrants.
Location: 2655 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107
Seattle Art Museum (SAM)
Culture & Landmarks Downtown
A center for world-class visual arts in the Pacific Northwest since 1933, with rotating exhibitions.
Location: 1300 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Elliott Bay Book Company
Culture & Landmarks Capitol Hill
Full-service, multilevel bookstore staple founded in 1973 with frequent author readings & events.
Location: 1521 10th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Pike Place Market
Culture & Landmarks Downtown
Established in 1907, it's one of the oldest continuously operated farmers' markets in the US.
Location: 1st Ave & Pike Ave, Seattle, WA 90101
Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)
Culture & Landmarks Lower Queen Anne
A nonprofit museum dedicated to contemporary popular culture featuring an array of geeky exhibits.
Location: 325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Olympic Sculpture Park
Culture & Landmarks Belltown
A nine-acre outdoor sculpture museum and beach, created and operated by the Seattle Art Museum.
Location: 2901 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Culture & Landmarks Lower Queen Anne
A stunning and captivating exhibit in the Seattle Center showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly.
Location: 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
Frye Art Museum
Culture & Landmarks First Hill
A musuem who's collection emphasizes painting and sculpture from the 19th century to the present.
Location: 704 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
The Spheres Understory
Culture & Landmarks Denny Regrade South Lake Union
While visitors cannot enter the Spheres themselves, this exhibit was created to showcase their story.
Location: 2101 7th Ave, Seattle, WA 98119
Jimi Hendrix Statue
Culture & Landmarks Capitol Hill
Frozen in bronze, rocking for eternity, it's an iconic representation of one of Seattle's favorite sons.
Location: 1604 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Brandon Lee & Bruce Lee’s Grave Site
Culture & Landmarks Capitol Hill
The resting place of this legendary film star & his father receives daily visitors from around the world.
Location: 1554 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
The Smith Tower
Culture & Landmarks Pioneer Square
The oldest skyscraper in Seattle boasts a rooftop cocktail lounge and 360 panoramic views.
Location: 506 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
Seattle Ghost Tours
Culture & Landmarks
Museum & ghost-tour starting point showcasing paranormal memorabilia & funerary items.
Underground Tour
Culture & Landmarks Pioneer Square
A humorous stroll through intriguing subterranean storefronts and sidewalks entombed when the city rebuilt on top of itself after the Great Fire of 1889
Living Computer Museum & Labs
Culture & Landmarks
A computer and technology museum that showcases vintage computers which provide interactive sessions, either through time-sharing operating systems or single-user interfaces.
Seattle Pinball Museum
Culture & Landmarks Belltown
Entertainment center with unlimited play for one price, featuring classic & modern pinball games.
Fremont Sunday Market
Culture & Landmarks Fremont
All-year weekly spread of antique, art, clothes, tools & junk plus food trucks selling street food.
Everyday Music
Culture & Landmarks
Local chain for used & new vinyl records & CDs plus DVDs with 100,000 titles in stock at each unit.
Central Cinema
Culture & Landmarks
Dine-in theater screening second-run films & serving beers, cocktails & comfort grub.
Benaroya Hall
Culture & Landmarks Downtown
Home of the Seattle Symphony. It features two auditoria, the Auditorium, a 2500-seat performance venue, as well as the Recital Hall, which seats 536
Kerry Park
Culture & Landmarks
Kerry Park is a 1.26-acre park on the south slope of Queen Anne Hill in Seattle, with hands-down one of the most picturesque views of the skyline & Mt. Rainier.
Elliott Bay Trail
Culture & Landmarks Waterfront
A paved path along Elliott Bay shoreline, open to walkers, runners and bike riders. Views to the west over the water. This trail provides a pleasant way to go north-south in Seattle
The Fremont Troll
Culture & Landmarks Fremont
Legendary, larger-than-life sculpture of the Nordic-inspired troll under the bridge.
IxD19 Team Favorite
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center
Culture & Landmarks Lower Queen Anne
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center presents Design with the 90%, an exhibition highlighting efforts of designers around the world to develop affordable and sustainable shelter, food, drinking water, sanitation and health solutions for the worlds's most marginalized communities. Featuring 26 projects that demonstrate how design can be a dynamic force for social change.
Gasworks Park
Culture & Landmarks Wallingford
A 19.1-acre public park on the site of the former Seattle Gas Light Company gasification plant, located on the north shore of Lake Union. Stunning views of the Seattle skyline from behind.
Boeing Factory tour
Culture & Landmarks South Seattle
Sign up for a tour with Boeing, to get an insider’s look into the process of making a plane!
Vancouver and British Columbia
Explore the Pacific Northwest
To our north you will find the beautiful Vancouver, BC, known for it’s breathtaking scenery and bustling city center, not to mention its thriving Interaction Design community which hosted Interaction09 and the 2017 Information Architecture Summit. Visitors can explore Stanley Park, take a leisurely bike ride along the Seawall, and visit the aquarium or one of the many museums! As a previous host, Vancouver’s IxDA Chapter is lending its full support to Interaction 19.
Portland and Oregon
Explore the Pacific Northwest
Travel just a few hours south and you find Portland, known as one of the most bicycle friendly cities in the Northwest. Enjoy brews from the many craft breweries and check out some of the many eateries, including gourmet doughnuts and brunch to food trucks and everything in between! Oregon’s recreational opportunities are legendary in their own right, from winter sports to white water rafting, and kite surfing in the beautiful Columbia Gorge. Portland is host to a thriving IxDA chapter that is also supporting Interaction 19.
Puget Sound and Washington State Ferries
Explore the Pacific Northwest
The Puget Sound region is full of astonishingly beautiful places, and many of them can be accessed by Washington State Ferries. Though some use them for commuting, a ferry ride is much more than just another mode of transportation. The ride itself is remarkable. You’re sure to see spectacular scenery no matter the weather, and you might see otters, seals, sea lions, porpoises or even a pod of Orcas! From Seattle you can take a ferry to Bainbridge Island, Vashon Island and other points west on the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas. A moderate drive north will also get you to the long and windy Whidbey Island, and the San Juan Islands archipelago, where you can go whale watching, eat fresh Dungeness crab, or just chill out and get a feel for the slower paced Island Life.
Olympic National Park
Explore the Pacific Northwest
The largest national park in the contiguous United States is home to the majestic Olympic Mountains, the setting, weather permitting, for Seattle’s glorious sunsets. Surrounded by Hood Canal to the east, the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the North, and the Pacific Ocean to the west, the park features some of the last remaining temperate Old Growth Rainforest in the United States, and is home to many species of wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. Most of the underrated Washington coastline is in the park as well as 15 major rivers, 13 of which are pristinely protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers act. Truly the wildest place left in the Lower 48, the ONP has it all.
Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Mountains
Explore the Pacific Northwest
You can’t miss Mt. Rainier out your plane window as you fly in, and will notice it in the distance throughout your stay in Seattle. Boasting an elevation of 14,411 feet, Mt. Rainier is the state’s tallest mountain, and is home to avid hikers and climbers. Mt. Rainier is part of the Cascade range, that features thousands of square miles of wilderness some within an hour’s drive of Seattle. One highlight is Snoqualmie Falls just an hour from Seattle on Interstate 90, which begins in Seattle, then passes through the Snoqualmie Summit and Alpental, world class ski areas on its way to Eastern Washington and, eventually, the rest of the United States.
Washington Wine Country
Explore the Pacific Northwest
Washington State is home to one of the premiere wine regions in the world. Most of the fruit is grown in the Yakima and Columbia Valleys, but there are urban wineries, such as Charles Smith, right in Seattle! Woodinville, just a 30 minute drive northeast of Seattle is home to nearly 500 of the state’s wineries, including the legendary Chateau Ste. Michelle, DeLille Cellars, Betz, and Januik, as well as innovative “garagiste” producers like Avennia, Savage Grace, and Erica Orr. Or travel east to Walla Walla where Leonetti, Doubleback, Dunham Cellars, and Charles Smith have their home bases.
Galvanize
Coworking Spaces
Located in Pioneer Square, Galvanize Seattle brings top technology companies and entrepreneurs together in the city's charming and historic original downtown area. This five-story campus offers our coworking members everything from state-of-the-art workspaces to iconic views of Elliott Bay.
IxD19 Team Favorite
The Cloud Room
Coworking Spaces
A woman-owned and operated shared working environment / bar, The Cloud Room is enriched by the people who occupy it. The stunning, light-filled space creates an environment of opportunity for both independence and connection with other engaged people in a range of fields. From desks and meeting rooms, to the lounge and west facing deck with a fire pit, the options are appealing both teams and those working solo.
The Collective
Coworking Spaces
An urban basecamp for the mind, body and soul. A vibrant, members-only community that merges dynamic space, neat social programs, and craveable food + beverages. On-site rock climbing wall, lounge hammocks, ping pong table, restaurant, bar, and more.
ATLAS Workbase
Coworking Spaces
ATLAS Workbase in South Lake Union offers a comfortable, quiet, and secure environment that is inclusive to all workers and businesses. Offering up one free work day.
Impact Hub
Coworking Spaces
Impact Hub Seattle is a locally rooted, globally connected coworking space located in a historic building in the heart of Pioneer Square, Seattle’s oldest neighborhood.
WeWork
Coworking Spaces
We're pretty sure you know who these guys are by now ;) WeWork has 12+ locations across Seattle, with at least four of these within walking distance of the Interaction 19 conference site.
Lady Yum
Coffee Shops & Cafes Drinks & Late Night Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
A cheerful, charming Amazon Campus spot for fanciful macarons, champagne & wine with minimal seating.
Near IxD19
Skillet Regrade
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Hip Amazon Campus spot for locally sourced comfort food plus cocktails, beer & wine from a local food truck team.
Near IxD19
Cinque Terre
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Regional Italian dishes, seafood & upscale cocktails are offered in a minimalist Amazon Campus space.
Near IxD19
Mamnoon Street
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Modern cafe serving Middle Eastern street foods & drinks in a striking skyscraper that happens to be Amazon HQ. Blade Runner-esque.
Near IxD19
Marination
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Cool Hawaiian-Korean spot where Amazonians go for tacos, sliders & kimchi rice bowls.
Near IxD19
Kiki Ramen
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Modern spot offering six types of ramen, Japanese small plates & the largest Amazon-adjacent whiskey selection in the world!
Near IxD19
Great State Burgers
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Washington-focused burger joint serving local organic beef & shakes in hip Amazon Campus digs.
Near IxD19
Amazon Go Store
Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
You've heard about it, now you can try it! Just steps away from the Conference center, you can critique the interaction design of the "future of retail." (Don't be too hard on our sponsors... or... maybe hold them to a higher standard? The choice is yours.)
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Anar
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
A modern cafe offering teas, fresh juices & quick vegetarian dishes with an organic focus. Amazon Campus.
Near IxD19
2120
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
Chic, contemporary eatery in the Amazon Campus with a patio serving inventive New American fare, cocktails & local wines.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Fare Start
Restaurants Denny Regrade South Lake Union
Fare Start isn't just a restaurant. It's a wonderful example of a successful program to combat homelessness and hunger in a durable, sustainable way. This restaurant/culinary academy helps students rise out of poverty and homelessness by training them in the culinary arts. This non-profit also feeds the underserved in the community through it's unique program to deliver Hot, healthy meals for social service programs and schools. And the food is delicious! (No, seriously, it's legit one of the outstanding restaurants in Seattle!) Very close to the conference, check it, and it's sister restaurant Maslow's by Fare Start, out and feel very good about indulging.
Near IxD19 Design Dinner Host
IxD19 Team Favorite
Rock Creek
Restaurants Fremont
Rock Creek is this reviewer's favorite restaurant in Seattle. If you're looking for an artful synthesis of local and international style, and brilliant expression of Seattle and Pacific Northwest Cuisine, this is it. Few prepare seafood with more flair, and the wine list with international and offbeat local selections is surprisingly affordable and calibrated for pairing. Have a glass of wine beforehand at nearby Vif. Not to be missed.
Design Dinner Host
Cortina
Restaurants Downtown
At the base of Seattle's second-tallest skyscraper, the garish Two Union Square, nobody could make this spot work. Until finally local culinary wizard Ethan Stowell set up shop to gvie us his unique take on Italian cuisine. Cortina has finally figured out how to use the odd space well, and become a local favorite.
Design Dinner Host
Nirmal's
Restaurants Downtown Pioneer Square
If Indian food is your favorite... you might have a new favorite after you try unassuming Nirmal's in Pioneer Square. At the foot of Cherry Street adjacent to where Seattle pretty much started, you can take the Underground Tour steps away before or after dinner.
Design Dinner Host
IxD19 Team Favorite
Terra Plata
Restaurants Capitol Hill
If the IxDA Board likes it, that should be a good steer. Pike/Pine's Terra Plata is one of Seattle's best examples of commitment to sourcing ingredients from the rich culture of local growers & artisan producers who practice organic, sustainable farming. Everything is fresh, in season, and you can feel great about eating it. Also features one of the better lists of organic and sustainably produced wines in town, curated for pairing (Domaine Tempier, yum!)
Design Dinner Host
IxD19 Team Favorite
Cafe Flora
Restaurants Capitol Hill Central
Cafe Flora is Seattle's original hi-art vegetarian dining experience. Nestled in the leafy Madison Valley on the far slope of Capitol Hill it's a favorite of Interaction 19 Co-Chair Suya Vanka. Chez Panisse like artistry.
Purple
Restaurants Downtown
Wine bar with upscale small plates in a lofty modern space with a central wine tower & staircase. The tower in the middle is very impressive. Lots of Washington wines available.
Design Dinner Host
IxD19 Team Favorite
Top Pot Doughnuts
Restaurants Belltown South Lake Union
Top Pot is Seattle's home-grown doughnut franchise. Yes, it's become a local chain, but each location is unique and the doughnut are still hand forged. There are many locations, but the one on 5th Avenue under the Monorail is the one President Obama went to. It's also the closest location to the Conference Center. These donuts are... decadent. Excellent coffee and other snacks as well. A true Seattle original.
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Barolo
Restaurants Denny Regrade South Lake Union
Barolo has been in the Denny Regrade/South Lake Union neighborhood since before it was a thing. Right place at the right time, as Amazon decided to set up shop basically across the street. The tastes of magical Piedmonte in northern Italy, where the wine is savory and redolent of the truffles pigs root for under the cork trees. Terrific wine list here.
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Restaurants Amazon Campus
Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.
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Evergreens Salads
Restaurants Amazon Campus Denny Regrade
All natural restaurant specializing in lunchtime salad bowls & healthy choices for takout.
Near IxD19
Seattle Public Library
Seattle's iconic public library, designed by Rem Koolhaus, is one of the city's distinctive public spaces. It's just a handful of blocks south of the Conference center on 5th Avenue, so take a stroll down and enjoy some majestic architecture and... free Internet!
Urbane
Drinks & Late Night Restaurants Denny Regrade Downtown
Urban in the Olive 8 hotel complex is yet another local/seasonal culinary wonderland and exemplar of the Farm to Table movement. It also features a sophistocate bar with sleek modern design and great cocktails. They might even tell you the name of your chicken. (You know, like in that Portlandia episode?)
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Jack's Fish Spot
Restaurants Downtown
In the heart of the Pike Place Market you'll find Jack's an unassuming little fish & chips place, where you can also get fresh salmon, halibut and Dungeness crab. Of course it's greasy, and if you like fish & chips, of course you won't care, because it's piping hot and soooo delicious. Try the fried oysters.
Miller's Guild
Restaurants Denny Regrade
In the nearby hipster Hotel Max, where you may be staying, you'll find a steakhouse Seattle style called Miller's Guild. It's pricey and a bit uneven, but if you're into the steakhouse scene, it will more than satisfy you. Decent wine list.
Near IxD19
IxD19 Team Favorite
Wild Ginger
Restaurants Downtown
A Seattle classic in the truest sense of the word, Wild Ginger is the original synthesis of local and seasonal with Seattle Asian fusion cooking. This has been one of Seattle's iconic culinary leaders for around three decades now. Lately the tourist hordes have discovered it, but the food is still outstanding. The attached Jazz Club Triple Door is also top notch. Quintessential Seattle.
