Seattle searching

So I'm going to Seattle next week and was wondering, outside the obvious Pike Place Market stuff, if anyone knows of hidden gems that I should go to during my stay?

John,

There's a place called Two Bells Tavern, located in the Belltown area, that served awesome burgers. Thick, juicy, greasy. I can't think of the street address off the top of my head, but it should come up on Google.

If you're a beer drinker, try a pint of Mack and Jack's African Amber Ale. I found it in a lot of pubs in Seattle and really enjoyed it.

I'll have more specific restaurant recommendations for you later (I can't remember names, but I can check old bank statements). We had several really nice meals when we were out there last October.

Regards,
Jeremy

There is a bar/restaurant (German, I think?) in Pike Place market that will make you a lemon beer. Sounds strange, I know, but very refreshing. It's not on the menu, but if the bartender has been there awhile, s/he will know how to make it.

SAM (Seattle art museum) and EMP (Experimental Music Project) if you're looking for activities. The Bainbridge Island Ferry is a nice relaxing way to get a great view of the city, and you may see some whales. If you have time, you have to go to Mt. Ranier park. It's gorgeous. The old growth forests there will blow your mind.

Another really fun sight-seeing thing is the Seattle Undergroud tour. It's actually a tour of Seattle - undergroud. It's an amazing (and very unique) history lesson on the creation of the city and the development of that area. I don't think it lasted more than a couple of hours and I was talking about it for months after.

Have fun!