Come on, let’s make some memories.
Guess what. You’re only gonna be young in Seattle once. And it’s gonna go fast. So before you move out to the burbs and spend most of your free time commuting on the ferry, let’s take this opportunity to make every moment count.
Do206 is teaming up with Abercrombie & Fitch to help you make the most of the best time of your life. These are some of Seattle’s hidden gems, places only locals know, handpicked for going a little crazy or just kicking back. So get out there and have an adventure, because you never know which day will be the one you remember.
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Neon Boots, located at 2224 2nd Ave, features a beautiful aesthetic with food and drinks. This is a chill spot with a classic photo booth, murals and bathrooms you need to witness yourself.
Pro Tip:Make sure to check out the bookshelves in the back, try the meatball sandwich and don’t skip their happy hour! Starting on December 11, order the specialty drink Orange Sunshine and get a custom cactus pin, courtesy of Abercrombie & Fitch! (while supplies last).
East Street Records, located at 4559 California Ave SW, is an eclectic hangout and cafe. If it’s time to add to your vinyl, CD or DVD collection, this is the spot to take care of business. It’s also a great place to snag some food or a drink at the adjoining Easy Street Cafe. The Travel Channel recently featured Easy Street as one of the "8 Essential Record Stores in the US."
Pro Tip:This is an amazing place for breakfast, so remember to fuel up before browsing for records and Seattle merch!
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The Waterfall Garden Park, located at 219 2nd Ave S, is a hidden gem in Pioneer Square. The park is a great place to escape the urban chaos, enjoy a cup of coffee or a meal from one of the local restaurants while enjoying the sights and sounds of the 22-foot artificial waterfall. For the history buffs out there, this park is located on the site where the first United Parcel Service headquarters opened in 1907. But note: the Park is only open Monday - Friday from 8am - 3:45pm.
Pro Tip:Get a sandwich or coffee from the Cherry Street Coffee House or a Gyro from Halal Guys and enjoy it in the park.
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Kubota Gardens, located at 9817 55th Ave S, is a beautiful, Japanese-style garden. Twenty stunning acres of hills and valleys, the Kubota Garden features streams, waterfalls, ponds, rock outcroppings and an exceptionally rich and diverse collection of plants and landscaping. This unique urban refuge displays over sixty years of vision, effort and commitment by the Kubota family. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city while wandering the garden and enjoying the peaceful waterfalls and reflection ponds along the way.
Pro Tip:Watching the garden transition from summer to fall and winter to spring is the best way to experience the park thanks to the changing colors.
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The Garage, located at 1120 Broadway, features 20 bowling lanes, 25 pool tables, 6 bars and a pub-themed menu, all within a retro-themed building. The place is packed on the weekend and is a great spot for group events. Also, don’t miss their happy hour!
Pro Tip:Reserve a lane for your group ahead a time because this place gets busy.
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Oxbow Park, located at 6430 Corson Ave S, features the world famous giant hat n’ boots (the largest cowboy hat and boots in America!), landmarks that lend some old school flavor to Seattle’s vibe. "The Hat n' Boots is as important to Georgetown as the Golden Gate Bridge is to San Francisco," says Allan Phillips, former director of the Georgetown Community Council. "If the Hat n' Boots were ever to be gone from Georgetown, it would be like losing our soul."
Pro Tip:Even if it’s raining you can enjoy a picnic under a giant cowboy hat.
The Seattle Pinball Museum, located at 508 Maynard Ave S, features 30 plus pinball machines organized in chronological order. Although it’s called a museum, you’re not there to look, you’re there to play! This exhibit is very much hands-on.
Pro Tip:Take a journey through pinball history with unlimited free play.
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New Luck Toy, located at 5905 California Ave SW, is a hidden gem featuring chinese food and cocktails! The decor is funky and colorful, making it a playful place hang out, sing karaoke and play some games.
Pro Tip:Order Tso's chicken, dumplings and sticky rice to go with your slushy drink served in a festive tiki glass!
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Wanna lay on the couch but be outside at the same time? Of course you do! Ballard Corners Park is the spot to do it, (but we should warn you the furniture isn’t very comfortable). Not only does the park offer a couch, chair and lamp sculpture combo, there’s also a bar stool setup on the other side of the park. This is a great selfie spot and a place to let your dog roll around on the furniture (they don’t know the difference, right?).
Pro Tip:Stop by Biscuit and Bean, grab a coffee and/or breakfast sandwich, and enjoy it at the park. Biscuit and Bean is a little under half a mile away and the combo is tough to beat!
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Betsutenjin Ramen, located at 954 E Union St. Ste 102, is a small, Capitol Hill ramen spot offering a limited, but amazing menu. The authentic and delicious pork bone broth makes the trip worth it alone. Trust us: the hype for Betsutenjin Ramen is real.
Pro Tip:Try the ice cream waffles. Seriously, do it.
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Bait Shop, located at 606 Broadway E, is a no frills bar with a low key vibe... which is exactly why we love it. Frozen drinks, food and some great people watching on Capitol Hill await you at the Bait Shop.
Pro Tip:Try the deviled eggs with bacon or the chicken sandwich. Plus, we have a hook up for you! Starting December 20th, use the password "Do206" to unlock the treasure chest and bring it to the bar to claim your bounty! Once you've opened the chest, grab one of the treasure maps and take it to your the bar at Bait Shop. You will receive a "Handheld Brass Telescope and a "spyglass" cocktail courtesy of Abercrombie & Fitch while supplies last!
