Local's List Collection

Seattle's Local's List: Your friend-of-a-friend guide to the city

Welcome to Seattle's Local’s List, our weekly series where we ask locals to share their favorite spots, personal recs, and very specific opinions about the city we all love a little too much.


Think of this as the place to find the kind of recommendations you usually only get from someone cool in the group chat, about very specific things.


Every list is curated by someone local — creatives, founders, photographers, event pros, stylists, music people, beach people, neighborhood experts, and friends of Do206 with very good taste.


Start scrolling, pick a list, and let a local plan your next move.


THE LOCAL'S LIST is our weekly series where we tap locals to share their favorite spots, personal recs, and the kind of tips you usually only get from a friend.

Every Friday, new person, new subject, maybe a new friend?

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SEATTLE EATS with Lupe Flores of Situ Tacos

Meet Lupe! Lupe Flores is the owner and operator of Lupe's Situ Tacos in Ballard. Situ is Lebanese Arabic for "Grandma," and her taco shop is an homage to her extended Lebanese and Mexican American family. Check out her recs of other favorite spots to eat around the city!

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October 9, 2026
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Check out Belltown with Chris Jones

Meet Chris! Chris co-owns Screwdriver Bar in Belltown and has called Belltown home since 2003. As a long-time resident and business owner in the neighborhood, Chris has become well acquainted with the amazing small businesses around him. He's excited to shine a light on a few of his favorite spots that haven't already been mentioned in others' lists!

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September 2, 2026
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Check out Belltown with Maxwell Edison

Meet Maxwell! Maxwell is a part-owner of the Screwdriver Bar in Belltown, aka the best Rock N Roll bar in the city. Since Maxwell spends so much time in Belltown working and spinning vinyl at the bar, he's become an expert at knowing where to go, and he's sharing his secrets with us here today. See his recommendations for things to do in Belltown!

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July 30, 2026
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Explore South Seattle with Leslie Scott

Meet Leslie! Leslie is the General Manager here at Do206. Originally from St. Louis, Leslie has called Seattle home for 14 years, working in the music scene here. Leslie loves Seattle, especially the neighborhood she lives in, and she wants you to love it, too! Check out her South Seattle recs!

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July 9, 2026
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5 Fremont Favorites with Seth McDonald

Meet Seth! Seth was born and raised in Seattle, and he's currently a Talent Buyer at Nectar Lounge and Hidden Hall, and a musician in the Seattle bands Small Paul and All Star Opera. He also produces solo music and produces music for others under the artist name Heavywait. Working in Fremont, Seth is the perfect person to give us the best recs in the neighborhood.

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June 18, 2026
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Top 5 "gettin' to know ya" activities  with Andy Palmer

Meet Andy! Since 2012, he’s worked as the Talent Buyer at Nectar Lounge and Hidden Hall, so it’s safe to say he knows his way around a good time in Seattle. He’s sharing his top five summer activities under $25, perfect for hanging with friends, planning a fun date, or just making the most of the season.

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May 13, 2026
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Best beers in seattle and where to drink them with jess & shawna

Jess and Shawna founded Seattle Beer School, a woman-owned beer education and events company that loves to make learning fun and spread the Gospel of Foam. Check out what these experts' local beer takes are. (Hot takes here!!) 

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May 7, 2026
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5 Best Spots to Work Out OUtside In West Seattle with Mara Haveson

Meet Mara! Mara is West Seattle's top real estate broker and a longtime local who spends most days helping people discover why they never want to leave the neighborhood. Mara has the perfect guide to getting active outside in West Seattle, which is great timing for the sunny weather we are beginning to see more often!

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April 23, 2026
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Marissa's Perfect Spring Day in Seattle

With spring weather recently teasing us, Marissa has perfected her go-to sunny day lineup and is ready to share her ideal spring day in Seattle. Here are her top picks for making the most of it. 

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April 16, 2026
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5 flat whites in norther Seattle With Maya Nicol

With learning so much about coffee at The Wayland Mill these past 8 months, Maya's recent obsession is with flat whites, a coffee beverage similar to a latte but usually served 4-6 oz with less foam. Having her home base in Ballard, Maya's stuck to the region for finding her new weekly flat white spot. See her recs!

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April 9, 2026
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5 Things To Look Forward To This Summer With Layne Carter

Running a brewery is hard work, so Layne always has something to look forward to on her calendar, and lemme tell ya, she’s got a packed calendar. With all the recent rain, her mind's been on warmer weather and summertime vibes.

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March 27, 2026