We recognize that so many of you are coming from out of state, so we’ve put together a list if you have some free time. We hope you explore and love Washington as much as we do!
And for you locals, well… y’all already know what it is but maybe you’ll find something new here too.
Kingston
Ono Pike Too
25960 Central Ave NE, Kingston, Washington 98346
Small poke restaurant with authentic Hawaiian-style poke. Made fresh daily, very good.
Sourdough Willy’s Pizza
11265 NE State Hwy 104, Kingston, WA 98346
Long-running pizzeria serving a variety of sourdough pies, craft beers, and other drinks.
*Pizza will be served at the wedding though,
just as a heads up
The Kingston Ale House
11225 NE State Hwy 104, Kingston, WA 98346
Easygoing ale house w/ patio serving American food plus beer, wine, and cocktails.
The Saucy Sailor
11252 NE State Hwy 104 Suite B, Kingston, WA 98346
Cozy spot dishing up cottage pie and other comfort fare. Quick and big portions. Local favorite.
J'aime Les Crêpes Crêperie
11264 WA-104, Kingston, WA 98346
Another local favorite. Walk up, hole in the wall place serving range of sweet and savory crepes.
The Lounge at d'Vine Bistro
11227 NE State Hwy 104, Kingston, WA 98346
Charming small restaurant and bar, serves food, cocktails, wine, and local craft beers w/ outdoor and indoor seating.
Seattle +
West Seattle
Lula Coffee, Mashiko (Sushi), The Alley (speakeasy bar), Il Nido (Italian), Marination Ma Kai (Hawaiian), Mioposto Pizzeria, Alki Beach, Lincoln Park (there is a troll sculpture here), Easy Street Records, Buddha Ruska (get the crispy fried tofu, it’s a must), GH Pasta & Pizza
Capitol Hill
Donna’s (Italian restaurant/bar), Bonito Cafe, Baiten (Japanese dessert shop), The Unicorn (bar), Sam’s Tavern, Spinasse (Italian), Ba Bar (Vietnamese), Harry’s Fine Foods (American), Elliot Bay Book Company
Fremont
Walrus & the Carpenter (seafood), Troll’s Knoll Park, Fremont Brewing Company, Fremont Vintage Mall, Fremont Sunday Market, Paseo (sandwiches), Stampede Cocktail Club
Tacoma
Bluebeard Coffee, State Street Pizza, Hi-Voltage Records, Balcon Express (Mexican/Salvadorian), Howdy Bagel, Point Defiance Zoo/Park, Frisko Freeze (burgers)
Ballard
Miro Tea, Rough and Tumble (womens sports bar), Soft Goods Vintage, Nordic Museum, Delancey Pizza, Lupe’s Situ Tacos
Pioneer Square
Long Brothers Fine & Rare Books, lots of art galleries in this area, Day Made Kaffe Bar, Taylor Shellfish, 84 Yesler, Damn the Weather (bar),
Parks around the city
Golden Gardens, Lincoln Park, Volunteer Park, Kerry Park, Gas Works Park (they filmed 10 Things I Hate About You here), not a park but Alki Beach
Pike Place Market
Go get donut holes, see a fish get thrown, put gum on the gum wall, eat smoked salmon, go to the waterfront + aquarium, walk over to Vons (away from the market) for a great martini
Other Tourist-y but classic or fun Seattle things
Go troll hunting, Space Needle, Chihuly Garden & Glass, Fremont Troll, Seattle Underground, Museum of Pop Culture