Ice Box Arcade is the cool cat in the neighborhood! It's always fun to feel like a kid again in a…read morebusiness establishment filled with nostalgic gaming relics of my youth that still work pretty well (minus the control stick on Ms. PacMan that was challenging to control). They have air hockey and a decent selection of video games and pinball. I suggest bringing cash to exchange for quarters on the change machines that are there. There is an ATM machine that takes a physical credit/debit card to withdraw cash to exchange for quarters but I'm guessing they'll charge a fee. Check their open hours online. In general, all ages are welcome until 8pm. Beer, cider, non-alcoholic drinks are available and a few other goodies. Including 2 groovy bathrooms on site that are of course covered with stickers. Such a super cool and fun place! I think you'll get a kick out of it, too.

What a fun place to spend a few hours! Great selection of games and pinball. Excellent snacks,…read moredrinks, and even some super cute crafts. Went to visit with friends and three boys and we all had a blast. Very relaxed environment to hang out in. Didn't feel rushed or cramped and the employee was super chill. It looks like they have some fun Friday night events and work to create inclusive community. A+! Would love to come back soon.

Best place to play Warhammer in Seattle! The staff is wonderful and the community is so friendly…read more Beautiful terrain and tables that really let your models shine in games. Not to mention the delicious menu low and no ABV drinks!

From the owner: Waystone is a comfortable, community-centered place to play tabletop miniatures games. We love to…read moreshare in the hobby, foster connection, and simply roll dice together. Members and their guests can reserve tables, order Games Workshop models at a discount, and enjoy terrain that's ready to go in a 21+ environment that isn't based around a retail operation.

3.7 stars overall - stellar acoustics, passable drinks, logistics could be better. Echo Yen D. that…read morethe best time to come for deep listening is 6PM, as the main lounge is quieter (with no prior sessions). My husband and I enjoyed a lovely listening session of John Coltrane A Love Supreme. Acoustics are outstanding, which is the main reason to check out Shibuya HiFi. Drinks: Having been warned by both a colleague as well as all Shibuya reviews (Google and Yelp) on mid-cocktails, we enjoyed our favorite spirit on rocks and averted disaster. Cocktails are $18+ and there is a single bartender. As several reviewers note, drinks are not permitted in the listening room, so make sure to enjoy your drink prior to your scheduled session. Seating: We arrived around 5PM for our 6PM session to grab a quick drink and lined up ~5:20PM to be first in line (seating is first-come, first-serve). Shoes off in the listening room. Best seats are front and center of the listening room, with uncomfortable stools towards the back. Music: The storytelling of the album was simple (might have expected more knowledge of the album), with the host spending majority of time introducing us to the acoustic sound equipment of the room.

A good friend put me onto Shibuya HiFi, and I'm glad he did because this spot did not disappoint…read more The vibe in here is crazy (in a good way) !! Super chill and just a dope atmosphere overall. It's the kind of place where you feel like you're in the right spot for the night. Service was solid, everybody was cool and actually knew what they were talking about. Drinks were on point too....not the basic stuff you get everywhere else. What I really liked is the whole vinyl/listening-room experience. You come here to actually enjoy the music, not just talk over it. The sound system is amazing, the playlists are well put together and the whole place just gives you that "I'm somewhere unique" feeling. I get why people love this place, it's perfect for a date, catching up with friends, or just relaxint with good music and good energy. Definitely worth it!!

Fun and funky vibe. Drinks are available downstairs at the entry, or upstairs in the lounge. Don't…read moreexpect food - beer and chips are fine for a short visit. Comedy was great, well hosted, good lighting for the event, and decent chairs. Payment is cash or Venmo. Check out the fun!

I'm so obsessed with the retro vibes of this vintage arcade bar! I loved the variety of arcade…read moregames they had, including the fun themes for pinball! My faves were the Addams family and Jaws pinball machines. I came here Wednesday night on a date and was surprised at how moderately busy the bar was. There were enough people to create a lively atmosphere, but not enough that we had to wait to play games. At the bar, I ordered a cosmopolitan, but the bartender offered me a vodka cranberry instead. The drink was refreshing, but the ice gave it that watered down taste. Halfway through the night I lost my phone and only realised when my date and I were in the car. When we returned to the bar the bartender had it with him. I love that I didn't have to go looking for it. My date and I had a great time at this bar and will definitely have to come back for some more pinball soon!!

Great folks and a stellar experience. Super easy to call and book with Cynthia, who was able to…read morekindly fit us into a weekday lesson on short notice. Street parking was easy. Dave was very friendly and shared his wealth of knowledge with us. He explained instructions clearly and guided us through all the steps with ease. During and after he took the time to answer all our Qs. Glass bird and paperweight came out beautifully. Highly recommend if you want to get a taste of glass blowing.

Picked up two beautiful glass ornaments at Blowing Sands Glass Studio. Gorgeous craftsmanship,…read morefriendly staff, and a great spot for unique gifts! Next up: schedule a glass blowing class! The stands are from Etsy reseller.

This has been the best oral experience I've had in a long time .. in a brewery of courseread more

Reuben's Brews is a brewery in the Ballard brewery district of Seattle. There's a wall featuring…read moremedals, so this place seems to be known for making award-winning beers. I tried the Crikey!, the beer that is the most awarded IPA in Washington. It is $7.50 for 16oz. The staff service is excellent. They proactively asked if I had questions and was quick to explain things. There's indoor and outdoor seating that's perfect for gatherings and hangouts. I had an excellent time here and would definitely come back.

Great date night location!! The food was delicious and super flavorful! Def recommend the dip…read moreappetizer plate because it gives you a little bit of everything and they all had different flavors.

Came here after going to Pax convention as they had some special menu items relating to the event…read moreperhaps as part of a partnership with. They went further with the the spirit of things by having video game speed runs on the TV's which was a nice touch during the visit. The specials this particular weekend included the "Pax friends forever" cocktail special - Cognac, rum - saffron - Apricot - Yuzu Curacao - espelette pepper and lemon. Some of those ingredients I definitely did not know what they were but overall, it sounded good and because unless you ask for this specifically it's a special. It was great, a lot of flavors going on and the bartender made it pretty much right there as we're seated at the counter this visit. For bites the "chip spiced chicken wings", another special was ordered. Very good, nice presentation and along with that was some hummus and chips. All these items were gluten free. The ambience here was nice and is behind the main Sabine front for a nice evening loungey atmosphere.

I love this art store and education space! Great community for local artists and everyone here is…read moreso wonderful. We're lucky to have this space in Ballard.

Push/Pull is an "underground art and comix" shop that sells and promotes 'Art, Supplies, Classes,…read moreand Community.' Came here for the community aspect as they hosted one of many locations for a town wide community cocktail walk was going on. We sipped cardamom-lemon vodka here as featured by a local restaurant. While there we chatted with the shop employees who were very nice. While sipping we browsed the studio looking at are pieces by local artists which can be purchased. A perfect example of supporting small business and local art. Push/Pull lives up to their statement being a part of and promoting the community. There is a fair amount art supplies here - including but of course not limited to Sketch books, brushes, glazes, paints, easels and more. They offer classes and have info about events going, so if you're an artist and want to be in more 'in the know' it may be worth checking out Push/Pull simply for that. I hope Push/Pull continues to be a part of the neighborhood!

A fun experience, a bit off the beaten path in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle…read more We ventured from downtown to check out the troll. Very easy access via a city bus route. After a short stroll down a well-designed dirt path, we found the giant troll. The troll is great for photos and has a sign that describes the history of the troll. My kids enjoyed climbing around the area, too. Facing the opposite direction from the troll is a very cool bridge that creates some awesome cathedral-like architecture. There is lots to do in Fremont, and even though the troll is kind of a one-and-done deal, it's worth checking out simply to explore the rest of the neighborhood and awesome surrounding businesses. Enjoy your troll hunt!

A visit to the Fremont Troll under the Aurora Bridge is a fun and quirky Seattle stop. Sculpted in…read more1990 by four artists after a competition launched by the Fremont Arts Council to help combat the garbage and clutter that had been collecting under bridges, the troll has become one of the city's most iconic public art pieces. It's a great destination to bring out-of-town visitors--like me--to check out another troll! As a fan of the whimsical trolls created by Thomas Dambo, this was a must-see. Street parking is available nearby, making it an easy stop while exploring the neighborhood. I'd personally recommend not climbing on the troll due to safety concerns, although many people were doing so when we visited. Either way, it's a unique photo opportunity and a classic Seattle experience.

I wasn't really familiar with what this place was before my husband encouraged us to purchase…read moretickets, and I am SO glad he did. The art pieces are incredible to admire, and even if you don't think you're a fan of "art," just go to see the amazing colors! You won't regret it. Took about 2+ hours to walk through the exhibits, watch a 30-minutes glass blowing demonstration, and watch 5 4-minute videos on the artist. Only around $20 per adult. I LOVED this place and would highly recommend stopping by!

Amazing work and we were so happy to get such amazing photos....Well worth the time and money.read more