Asa has quickly become one of my favorite places to ease into the day. I primarily come for the…read morecoffee, but I stay for the sense of community. It's the kind of serene, welcoming space where I can connect with new friends, catch up with old ones, or simply enjoy a quiet moment before the day begins. The service is consistently kind, thoughtful, and helpful. And my favorite order has to be the Orange Dreamsicle, a delicious coffee that comes with a surprisingly delightful orange slice right in the cup! What I love most about Asa is how I leave feeling: replenished, grounded, and ready to face the day. It has become a staple for me. A place where good coffee, genuine connection, and a peaceful atmosphere come together beautifully. Highly recommend.

Love the vibe here. Amazing patio in the summer and cool chic indoor vibes year round…read more Service is smart and prompt. We had a few snacks and cocktails, which were creative and fun. Would love to come back and try more of their food. Really cool spot if you're ever on the island or on your way somewhere eastside!

I was curious about this restaurant for months before eventually coming in and regret not coming in…read moresooner! The restaurant ambiance is unmatched and it's obvious they put lots of consideration and care into their design and food. We were so impressed with the empanadas (cheesy chicken and beef) and special sauces. The chicken salad arepas was packed with protein. We can't wait to come back to try their other dishes! Live music is from 7:30-9:30 pm Fri-Sat, followed by karaoke.

Paparepas, a Venezuelan restaurant, have several locations in the Seattle one; we went to the…read moreRenton one. Their flavors are excellent. Though we both liked our entrees, we both thought the protein quality of the mains is just ok. The winning dish is the mini arepas, hands down. I would order those mini arepa for my entree easily. This location is roomy. Service is warm; our server was helpful answering questions. The Food: Arepitas Fritas, $17 - 5+ Stars Four mini arepa in the appetizer section, these start with the same cornmeal (masa de maíz) base as the normal arepa, then topped with cheese, slow cooked beef, quail egg, and pink sauce. These bites are sooooo good! They sell the full-size arepas also, which will likely be a future meal. :) Platanos Fritos, $8 - 5 Stars Gotta love Latin foods with their plantains. Simple and delicious. Theirs are perfectly prepared. Camarones de Ajillo, $19 - 3.5 Stars These shrimps are cooked in garlic, herbs, and cream. The herb butter sauce is excellent, but the shrimps' quality is just ok. We liked it enough but will not order again. Asado Negro Tips, $23 - 3.5 Stars 8 oz of NY strip are cooked cubed in asado sauce, served with yuca fries and quasaca, a mini tomato and avocado salad. Again, the asado sauce is excellent, but the steak pieces are on the tough side. The yuca fries didn't stand out. This is also a 'liked it enough but won't order again' dish.

We hosted our after-wedding party at 1988, and it was the perfect way to end an amazing day. From…read morethe moment we started planning, the team was accommodating, easy to work with, and helped make the process stress-free. The space itself was fun, vibrant, and had such a great atmosphere for celebrating with friends. Our guests had an amazing time, and it was exactly the kind of night we were hoping for after our wedding reception. The drinks were great, the service was attentive, and everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Looking back, we're so happy we chose 1988 for such a special occasion. It created so many fun memories for us and our guests. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host a private event or celebration!

What a gem. Drinks were balanced and so, so interesting. I want to go back to try the rest of the…read moremenu! Loved the cucumber salad, their gangalal drink, and the Pandan drink too!!! 11/10. Props to the owner! I hope he'll consider clear ice cubes for the rocks drinks bc his drinks are next level!! N

New businesses have very few opportunities to make a good impression, and we've been wanting to try…read morethis place out. So much so , that we planned our evening for our group around starting here for a couple hours for drinks ... To show open online and not even have the courtesy to post a note or explanation or even when you will "actually" be open ... not a good start as to how customers are likely viewed :( Thur 5:15p EDIT*** Went next door to local shops and restaurants inquiring about the status here at thirst trap ... WELL BEWARE - apparently they've been closed since December, rift and break up in ownership due to business shenanigans... and stealing tips from employees. Basically the ship is going down. Don't waste your time here, give business to places that treat their employees and customers with more respect.

Cocktail bar and lounge in Juanita Village that opened in 2025. Has street parking, and the retail…read moregarage in the same building has free parking for the first 2-3 hours or so. It's at the corner of one of the buildings. Dark, mid sized interior with some cool neon lights and light up marble pattern bar counter. Not very busy when I went at happy hour/dinner time on a Friday night, but the place is busier later at night on Friday/Saturday during the warmer months. Sometimes they have events and DJs. Sat at the bar and tried out some happy hour specials. Got the Korean sauce wings ($12) and cheese truffle fries ($8). Decent amount of fries, definitely has cheese flavor but not that much truffle oil aroma. I liked the wings which you get 6 per order. They weren't fried, but rather tender and juicy. Sauce was agreeable. Definitely enough food for my dinner. As for the drinks, I got the rosemary mule which is Moscow mule with some rosemary herb. The copper mug they use is good sized. Tasted refreshing although could feel the alcohol afterwards. Also tried a corpse reviver no. 2, which was a little sweet but has a punch. Cocktail prices are not cheap outside of happy hour, in the upper teens. Overall, was glad I tried the place out. Will drop by for happy hour once in a while.

Beautiful artisanal yarn store that opens up into a speak easy! The yarn is hand dyed…read more The less-alcohol drinks were delicious when you are not wanting a full alcohol drink. I wish more places did this. We got a Fresca inspired drink

What a fun idea to have a speak easy inside a yarn store! We ordered the charcuterie plate and…read morethought the variety of meats, cheeses, and pickled veggies paired well with our drinks. As for drinks, we tried the penicillin, hugo spritz, and vesper. We loved everything from the kind servers, decor, tasty bites, refreshing drinks, to the soft jazz tunes played by the saxophonist and would definitely go back!

My husband and I had dinner at MexiCuban restaurant for the first time on a Saturday night. He had…read morethe sea bass and I had the rib-eye and mushroom tacos. Both dishes were absolutely outstanding! The food was fresh, perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor. It was honestly even better than we expected. What really made our evening special was the owner taking the time to come and chat with us. He was warm, friendly and genuinely appreciative of his customers. We can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. If you're looking for a place with delicious Mexican-Cuban cuisine, great ambiance, and outstanding hospitality, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. You won't be disappointed! I also want to add that they have a happy hour menu. "Small bites" starting at $7.00, street tacos, tacos de canasta, pork belly toast, pork tostones, and more even slider and fries. Happy hour on Friday and Saturday start 9pm till close. Weekdays 3pm to 6pm. Family friendly!

AMAZING FIRST EXPERIENCE!!…read more Came here on a Saturday at 3:15 pm and it was EMPTY! Walked right on in and sat immediately. I'm sure the place is more lively with more etíope, but it was still pleasant to sit and eat with some background music playing. Food was absolutely delicious! It's a bit on the pricey side but you will definitely leave full and satisfied. I ordered the Pollito Pibil and my boyfriend ordered the Lechon Congri. We CLEARED our plates. We also ordered the Street Corn appetizer which was very tasty. Service was quick as well with be dry attentive staff. We were in and out in less than an hour. Definitely recommend trying this place out!

Such a wide array of cocktails, all of which sound delicious! I got the Cat's Pajamas, which was…read morevery refreshing. My partner got the Normandy Sour, which was quite tasty as well. The bartender is quite knowledgeable and friendly and the vibes in the space are incredible. Would recommend stopping here before dinner at Mioposto!

What a cute spot! So cozy and eclectic!…read more The bartender was so nice and the cocktails were on point! Such friendly patrons as well! We got so many good recommendations for things to do and see. So glad we gave this place a go!

Had a great late lunch here with a couple friends. Place was pretty quiet, slow afternoon…read more Immediately got a table, and engaged by the bartender / server. Super nice guy, very informative. Selected a couple very tasty beers while waiting for food. My friends both ordered the grilled chicken focaccia sandwich with fries. They really enjoyed their food. I ordered the smash burger, double patty. The good came out very quickly, and was piping hot! We thought that was a list cause in local dining places. Very tasty , and abundant in size. So much I took half the sandwich and fries home for an evening meal. Thanks team. You did an awesome job.

Stopped in here for a late dinner and was completely blown away by the food! I had the grilled…read morechicken sandwich which had the best ciabatta bread I have ever had; it was so soft and didn't cut up my mouth! Our server had great recommendations and let us know they make all their sauces in house, which is rare to see and definitely appreciated as a customer. My friend went with a regular burger which she said was excellent and that the fries were some of the best she's ever had! Definitely want to come here again to see if they're consistent but my experience was a really great first impression!

I heard about this place from a few friends and on IG. The place is small and def recommend to have…read morereservations prior to visiting My friends came on a Tuesday night and were the first ones there. We had a party of 6 and in total I think the bar could sit maybe 15-20 people? The bar is seated on top of biang biang noodle - a great Chinese pulled noodle place. I think def worth eating there and visiting the bar on the same trip! The drinks were great - some unique Asian themed or tea infused cocktails. They had nice mixes of pandan, lychee, and some bai jiu (Asian liquor) drinks too

Found this place on Yelp while visiting Seattle, and it definitely lived up to the reviews! It's…read moretucked away above a noodle restaurant, which made it confusing to find. The cocktails were excellent and really well balanced. A nice touch was that they serve you hot tea after your drinks, which I thought was a thoughtful way to end the experience. It was pretty warm inside during our visit, but they had paper fans at each table that helped a bit. I'd also recommend making a reservation because this place is popular and fills up quickly. Overall, a great cocktail bar with a unique atmosphere that I'd happily visit again.

In short They nail the prohibition-era speakeasy vibe really…read morewell, and the cocktails are pretty great. Service is just unbelievably sweet and friendly and they clearly know their way around a drink menu. In long Not what you'd expect in Snohomish, and that's very much to its credit. It's a nondescript little building with no signage at all. You can probably roll a wheelchair in over the transom, though the sidewalk is a little slopy here. You open the door, push aside the curtain, and wait for your eyes to adjust. Super dim inside. The bar is right across from the door, flanked by 2 seating areas. Antique furniture and wall art, going for that 1920s look and doing it very well--while also keeping it comfortable for long sits. The crowd isn't trying to match the period clothing or anything, it's just a bunch of fun younger Snohomies hanging out and drinking cocktails. The bartender hands you a menu of a dozen and a half cocktails, mostly vintage, vintage-sounding, or using vintage ingredients or techniques (e.g., 3 different offerings with egg whites). Prices are fair enough, and they bring out your drink when it's ready. Vintage-looking glassware--cool! There's another big room past the bar, lots of Edison bulbs here and there, but not so many as to create even a hint of glare anywhere. There's a washroom in the far corner, definitely big enough to be accessible. Now I can't remember whether there were grab bars. The ceilings in here are all different heights, most covered with pressed tin. Nice effect. There's one window that hasn't been covered, so a little natural light gets in. It was kind of fun trying to imagine what kinds of businesses might have been in here before it became a speakeasy. There's a staircase to a small loft office space. Overall, if you're antique shopping or just out and about in Snoho, this is a good stop and you should check it out at least once. Really nice vibe. They allow outside food--one table ran around the corner for pizzas and brought them back in. I'll come back for sure.

Snoho speakeasy. No…read moresignage. You just gotta know. Walk into an alluring bar layout that has your eyes slowly wondering what around that corner... Ask for the bartender's choice and sip satisfyingly in a secluded lounge for two.