Unique and excellent experience: Sura. First...the space. On a street corner in the Dupont Circle area of DC with a small door and the only sign of life...a flashing open sign. Next...it's downstairs with the walls papered in newspapers and lastly...the East Coast, United States, Washington DC
Washington DC
Dinner for 20: RPM Italian. While it was a group dinner, we had several choices from the menu so I did have a sample of their typical offerings. Everything we had was good with a shoutout for the tiramisu. Also had a Fremont, Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
One of Seattle's best seafood restaurants: RockCreek. The menu is seafood so if you don't like seafood then this may not be the place for you. That said, it's all outstanding and they do offer a few land animals and salads. Bellevue, Seattle Metro, United States, West Coast
Bellevue WA
Dinner for thirty: Seastar Another group dinner at this well known and highly regarded seafood restaurant in the metro area. Fixed menu this night with the typical choices...salmon, a chicken dish and beef with a veg option for those so inclined. Went Ballard, Bellevue, Belltown, Capitol Hill, Downtown, First Hill, Queen Anne, Seattle Metro, South Lake Union, United States, Washington, Wedgewood, West Coast
Seattle
Doughnuts anyone? Top Pot. This is a Seattle institution for doughnuts. They started as a single storefront downtown and now there are multiple opportunities throughout the metro area. The doughnuts are cake type and are not of the Krispy Kreme variety. If British Columbia, Canada, Vancouver
Vancouver
Italian in East Van: Bar Corso. Another area that most tourist don't know exist so if you're a tourist get out of downtown and explore. I guess I'd call it Italian with a twist since it was a new dining experience. Food
Ever what you need: Puako General Store If you are staying in the Kohala area of the Big Island, check this place out for provisions and treats. It’s about a...
Repeat visit: Seafood Bar & Grill. Funky little place on the Kohala Coast that we visited a few years ago. It’s upstairs…..and if there isn’t parking on the street level...
May be in a hotel but worth a visit: Kamuela Provision Company. Beautiful views from this oceanside hotel restaurant with food to match the views. The space is open and surrounded...
Looking for late lunch: Stan’s BBQ. Hard to find good BBQ in Seattle but thought we’d give this place a try. Located in the old town area, the owner hails...
Had an eye on: San Fermo. I noticed this small restaurant when visiting the Ballard Sunday Market and was intrigued by the facade….apparently one of the oldest homes in Seattle…from...
A different dinner for 30: Lark. Unique experience at this well known establishment on Capitol Hill. What was unique?…..our choices, although pre determined, were drawn from the current menu…..so, this...
A bit of après ski: Roslyn Mexican Grill. Just down I-90 from the snow park and it seemed like a good option after cross country skiing. For those who remember...
An homage to all things meat:Â The Shambles. Maple Leaf butchery and restaurant specializing in house made sausage, meats and charcuterie. The food is about small plates…..think small to medium/large plates….with...
Nice spot near Seattle Center on lower Queen Anne for a drink: Solo Bar & Eatery. Eclectic space that feels a bit like having a drink in someone’s living room....
Dinner for 20: Fork. Another choice among the many in the Old City. The menu was limited due to the size of the party which makes a true dining experience...
Drinks with friends: Royal Boucherie. Hot spot near the Delaware River in the old city….brought to you by a top chef. The space is open and if the bar downstairs...
Just passing thru: Tortas Frontera O’Hare. Located in Concourse B, this is a go to place if I have time between flights. It’s usually very busy so be prepared to...
Would be even better for dinner and a beer in the summer: White Swan Public House. Located in South Lake Union the views, even in winter, are exceptional…..Lake Union, the...
Whiskey anyone? Copperworks. Holiday season party at this downtown distillery of single malt whiskey. Nice tasting room with a bar that is over a hundred years old. Tours of the...
More coffee: Caffè Fiore. One of four locations, this one is located in Old Ballard. It’s nice for a quick cup before or after visiting the Ballard Sunday Market……or anytime...