Seattle Guidebook & Pioneer Square Recommendations
Pioneer Square Favorites
Here are the eateries, cafes, and food spots we recommend in the neighborhood. Almost all are within easy walking distance (around 5 minutes) from our building.
Founded by a French chef who is a master at his craft. Delicious sandwiches, salads, and pastries. Definitely a must-try for lunch, and within walking distance of The Lucknow.
The Stop
616 1st AvenueFounded by a French chef who is a master at his craft. Delicious sandwiches, salads, and pastries. Definitely a must-try for lunch, and within walking distance of The Lucknow.
Upscale local chain of seafood specialists serves up cooked & raw dishes in chic digs.
150 recommandé par les habitants
Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar
1521 Melrose AveUpscale local chain of seafood specialists serves up cooked & raw dishes in chic digs.
Approachable Pacific Northwest-inspired pub grub & classic cocktails presented in a chill space. The fried chicken sandwich is a local favorite.
18 recommandé par les habitants
Pioneer Square Saloon
73 Yesler WayApproachable Pacific Northwest-inspired pub grub & classic cocktails presented in a chill space. The fried chicken sandwich is a local favorite.
Creative local & global bites such as pasta, steak & seafood dishes are served at this cozy eatery.
84 Yesler
84 Yesler WayCreative local & global bites such as pasta, steak & seafood dishes are served at this cozy eatery.
Upscale institution for Italian fine dining with an extensive wine list in an airy & refined space. Arguably one of the best Italian restaurants in Seattle. Within easy walking distance of The Lucknow.
17 recommandé par les habitants
Il Terrazzo Carmine
411 1st Ave SUpscale institution for Italian fine dining with an extensive wine list in an airy & refined space. Arguably one of the best Italian restaurants in Seattle. Within easy walking distance of The Lucknow.
Tiny storefront offering artisanal Italian cured meats in sandwiches & by the pound. This place is a Seattle institution, founded by the father of Mario Batali. Be prepared for long lines during the lunch hour, but many will say it's worth the wait.
45 recommandé par les habitants
Salumi
404 Occidental Ave STiny storefront offering artisanal Italian cured meats in sandwiches & by the pound. This place is a Seattle institution, founded by the father of Mario Batali. Be prepared for long lines during the lunch hour, but many will say it's worth the wait.
Landmark Japanese spot dating back to 1904 with tatami rooms, a bar & classic fare including sushi. Humble restaurant but with some of the best sushi and sashimi in Seattle.
82 recommandé par les habitants
Maneki Restaurant
304 6th Ave SLandmark Japanese spot dating back to 1904 with tatami rooms, a bar & classic fare including sushi. Humble restaurant but with some of the best sushi and sashimi in Seattle.
At Damn The Weather, you can have a glass of natural wine and a hot bowl of pasta with a date. But you can also have a beer and a burger and a paper cone full of fries cooked in chicken fat all by yourself. Or drink a cocktail and share some oysters with your parents. The overall versatility of this spot makes it one of our favorite places to drink in Pioneer Square. Plus, the name is a solid conversation starter.
58 recommandé par les habitants
Damn the Weather
116 1st Ave SAt Damn The Weather, you can have a glass of natural wine and a hot bowl of pasta with a date. But you can also have a beer and a burger and a paper cone full of fries cooked in chicken fat all by yourself. Or drink a cocktail and share some oysters with your parents. The overall versatility of this spot makes it one of our favorite places to drink in Pioneer Square. Plus, the name is a solid conversation starter.
Senor Carbon offers not only traditional Peruvian cuisine, but Nikkei(Japanese-Peruvian) and Chifa dishes, the latter being a fusion of Peruvian ingredients and Chinese recipes. The result is a wide-ranging menu from lomo saltado, soups and stews like chupe de langostino, and pork adobo, to plentiful sushi options, and dishes like salmon in ponzu sauce with roasted sesame.
Señor Carbón Peruvian Cuisine
625 1st AvenueSenor Carbon offers not only traditional Peruvian cuisine, but Nikkei(Japanese-Peruvian) and Chifa dishes, the latter being a fusion of Peruvian ingredients and Chinese recipes. The result is a wide-ranging menu from lomo saltado, soups and stews like chupe de langostino, and pork adobo, to plentiful sushi options, and dishes like salmon in ponzu sauce with roasted sesame.
An open, airy, and upscale Indian restaurant in a historic brick building, just a block away from The Lucknow. Highlights on the menu include their beef curry, mint chutney, pakoras, samosas, and spice-rubbed grilled paneer.
11 recommandé par les habitants
NIRMAL'S
106 Occidental Ave SAn open, airy, and upscale Indian restaurant in a historic brick building, just a block away from The Lucknow. Highlights on the menu include their beef curry, mint chutney, pakoras, samosas, and spice-rubbed grilled paneer.
Quick and tasty pizza by the slice - try the "lahmucun", which is a Turkish specialty pizza.
Numero Uno Pizza
Quick and tasty pizza by the slice - try the "lahmucun", which is a Turkish specialty pizza.
OHSUN Banchan Deli & Cafe specializes in house-made banchans, comfort food with Korean flavors, and curated pantry items. They are 100% gluten-free with at least half of thier offerings being vegan.
OHSUN Banchan Deli & Cafe
OHSUN Banchan Deli & Cafe specializes in house-made banchans, comfort food with Korean flavors, and curated pantry items. They are 100% gluten-free with at least half of thier offerings being vegan.
Approachable Pacific Northwest-inspired pub grub & classic cocktails presented in a chill space. Tuesdays are taco night and Sunday's are a special burger-only menu.
Pioneer Square D&E
Approachable Pacific Northwest-inspired pub grub & classic cocktails presented in a chill space. Tuesdays are taco night and Sunday's are a special burger-only menu.
From the website:
Muse is an upscale restaurant and lounge. From morning brunch to late dinners, we are bringing the vibes to Seattle. Every moment at Muse is a celebration. Join us for a gourmet meal or drink to the beat of vibrant music. Being 100% woman owned, no one does it like Muse Lounge in Seattle.
Muse
From the website:
Muse is an upscale restaurant and lounge. From morning brunch to late dinners, we are bringing the vibes to Seattle. Every moment at Muse is a celebration. Join us for a gourmet meal or drink to the beat of vibrant music. Being 100% woman owned, no one does it like Muse Lounge in Seattle.
Coffee/breakfast
The best places nearby to grab a latte or a sweet/savory treat when you're needing a pick-me-up!
European-style cafe with excellent Italian coffee and a nice selections of pastries and paninis that can be grilled to order. Outdoor seating on a nice day is a plus!
89 recommandé par les habitants
Caffe Umbria
1201 Westlake Ave NEuropean-style cafe with excellent Italian coffee and a nice selections of pastries and paninis that can be grilled to order. Outdoor seating on a nice day is a plus!
Doughnuts at General Porpoise are made with fresh eggs and are filled with seasonal jams, jellies, curds, custards, and creams. In addition to doughnuts, General Porpoise serves top quality coffees from multiple roasters. Espresso, pour over, drip, and draft cold brew are all available.
55 recommandé par les habitants
General Porpoise Doughnuts
401 1st Ave SDoughnuts at General Porpoise are made with fresh eggs and are filled with seasonal jams, jellies, curds, custards, and creams. In addition to doughnuts, General Porpoise serves top quality coffees from multiple roasters. Espresso, pour over, drip, and draft cold brew are all available.
A neighborhood institution that's been serving locals coffee, breakfast, and lunch for over two decades. Menu includes breakfast sandwiches, pastries, bagels, etc. served in a airy, industrial-style setting with high ceiling and brick walls (not unlike every other eatery in Pioneer Square!)
33 recommandé par les habitants
Zeitgeist Coffee
171 S Jackson StA neighborhood institution that's been serving locals coffee, breakfast, and lunch for over two decades. Menu includes breakfast sandwiches, pastries, bagels, etc. served in a airy, industrial-style setting with high ceiling and brick walls (not unlike every other eatery in Pioneer Square!)
An Indigenous, non-profit café showcasing pre-colonial and locally sourced ingredients.
ʔálʔal Café By Chief Seattle Club
An Indigenous, non-profit café showcasing pre-colonial and locally sourced ingredients.
Attractions in and around the city
Our recommendations for where to go and what to do during your visit in Seattle. We've curated a selection of our favorite museums, markets, parks, and other attractions to help you discover the best our beautiful city has to offer - enjoy!
Named one of the 50 best farmers markets in the country, the Ballard Farmers Market is worth a visit if you are able to drive about 20 minutes north of downtown Seattle to this trendy waterfront neighborhood.
The market takes place year-round on Sundays, and there are seemingly endless stalls of local vendors selling everything from fresh seasonal flowers and produce, meats, cheese, eggs, and bread to artisanal specialty foods and beverages, jewelry, housewares, art, handmade soaps, hot food vendors, etc. - if you can think of it, it's probably sold here :)
The market spans two full blocks in the center of Ballard, so there are also plenty of other shops, cafes, and restaurants to keep you busy once you're done with the market.
220 recommandé par les habitants
Ballard Sunday Farmers Market
5345 Ballard Ave NWNamed one of the 50 best farmers markets in the country, the Ballard Farmers Market is worth a visit if you are able to drive about 20 minutes north of downtown Seattle to this trendy waterfront neighborhood.
The market takes place year-round on Sundays, and there are seemingly endless stalls of local vendors selling everything from fresh seasonal flowers and produce, meats, cheese, eggs, and bread to artisanal specialty foods and beverages, jewelry, housewares, art, handmade soaps, hot food vendors, etc. - if you can think of it, it's probably sold here :)
The market spans two full blocks in the center of Ballard, so there are also plenty of other shops, cafes, and restaurants to keep you busy once you're done with the market.
One of my favorite parks in the city - only a 20-minute drive from Pioneer Square, but you'll feel like your miles away from the city once you're there. Epic views and vistas, great walking trails, and fantastic beach walk with potential to see tons of wildlife (seals, otters, bald eagles, and if you're especially lucky, whales).
Discovery Park is a 534-acre park on the shores of Puget Sound in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. It is the city's largest public park and contains 11.81 miles of walking trails. United Indians of All Tribes' Daybreak Star Cultural Center is within the park's boundaries
756 recommandé par les habitants
Discovery Park
3801 Discovery Park BlvdOne of my favorite parks in the city - only a 20-minute drive from Pioneer Square, but you'll feel like your miles away from the city once you're there. Epic views and vistas, great walking trails, and fantastic beach walk with potential to see tons of wildlife (seals, otters, bald eagles, and if you're especially lucky, whales).
Discovery Park is a 534-acre park on the shores of Puget Sound in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. It is the city's largest public park and contains 11.81 miles of walking trails. United Indians of All Tribes' Daybreak Star Cultural Center is within the park's boundaries
A fantastic, spacious, and family-friendly museum with an extensive series of exhibits showcasing the history of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. A few iconic Seattle pieces (e.g. the infamous pink "toe" truck) are displayed here. Also check out the Center for Wooden Boats located next door.
357 recommandé par les habitants
Musée de l'Histoire et de l'Industrie (MOHAI)
860 Terry Ave NA fantastic, spacious, and family-friendly museum with an extensive series of exhibits showcasing the history of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. A few iconic Seattle pieces (e.g. the infamous pink "toe" truck) are displayed here. Also check out the Center for Wooden Boats located next door.
If you're planning to visit the Space Needle (we know it's THE quintessential tourist trap in the city but, really, the 360 degree views are pretty incredible on a clear day and worth braving the lines for), then a stop at the Chihuly Museum is a must.
Dale Chihuly is known for his amazing manipulation of glass and the technique that has turned his art into a household name. His art can be seen throughout the city, but this museum showcases some of the best displays and is worth the price of admission.
723 recommandé par les habitants
Chihuly Garden and Glass
305 Harrison StIf you're planning to visit the Space Needle (we know it's THE quintessential tourist trap in the city but, really, the 360 degree views are pretty incredible on a clear day and worth braving the lines for), then a stop at the Chihuly Museum is a must.
Dale Chihuly is known for his amazing manipulation of glass and the technique that has turned his art into a household name. His art can be seen throughout the city, but this museum showcases some of the best displays and is worth the price of admission.
In 1914, Smith Tower became the first skyscraper in Seattle and the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. For more than one hundred years, it has remained a cultural icon of the city, offering breathtaking, panoramic views and spectacular architectural beauty. Today, it features a unique visitor experience including a ground-floor gathering place with gifts, souvenirs, and treats; historical exhibits telling tales through time; and an Observatory with an open-air observation deck, 360-degree views of Seattle and beyond, and a speakeasy-style bar where you can enjoy a locally-inspired menu of shareable plates and classic cocktails.
88 recommandé par les habitants
Smith Tower
506 2nd AveIn 1914, Smith Tower became the first skyscraper in Seattle and the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. For more than one hundred years, it has remained a cultural icon of the city, offering breathtaking, panoramic views and spectacular architectural beauty. Today, it features a unique visitor experience including a ground-floor gathering place with gifts, souvenirs, and treats; historical exhibits telling tales through time; and an Observatory with an open-air observation deck, 360-degree views of Seattle and beyond, and a speakeasy-style bar where you can enjoy a locally-inspired menu of shareable plates and classic cocktails.
Groceries
The two grocery stores within walking distance which offer all the staples you'll need to whip up a meal in the loft.
The closest thing we have to a "grocery" store within walking distance of our building. You'll find most things you'd need to prepare a meal at home: a small but decent selection of fresh produce, dry goods, breads, eggs, dairy, meats, snacks, prepared foods, beverages, local handmade objects and housewares, and fresh coffee. They also serve wine and beer!
Current hours (but always double check as things can change!):
Mon–Fri, 8 AM–7 PM
Sat & Sun, 9 AM–7 PM
33 recommandé par les habitants
Cone & Steiner
532 19th Ave EThe closest thing we have to a "grocery" store within walking distance of our building. You'll find most things you'd need to prepare a meal at home: a small but decent selection of fresh produce, dry goods, breads, eggs, dairy, meats, snacks, prepared foods, beverages, local handmade objects and housewares, and fresh coffee. They also serve wine and beer!
Current hours (but always double check as things can change!):
Mon–Fri, 8 AM–7 PM
Sat & Sun, 9 AM–7 PM
Asian supermarket and grocery store providing the widest variety of Asian meats, seafood, produce and gifts. About a 10-minute walk from the building, but the closest full-scale grocery store to our building.
181 recommandé par les habitants
Uwajimaya
600 5th Ave SAsian supermarket and grocery store providing the widest variety of Asian meats, seafood, produce and gifts. About a 10-minute walk from the building, but the closest full-scale grocery store to our building.
Day trips
Places within a couple hours of the city that we think are worth dedicating a whole day/half day exploring while you're in town.
Bainbridge Island is an island west of Seattle that is entirely surrounded by salt water and known for its outstanding natural beauty, rustic character, small-town charm, and close location to Seattle. A quick ferry ride from Pier 52 (a 15-minute walk from The Lucknow) takes you to the island in no time.
We recommend walking on to avoid potential long car lines on the weekends or busy travel times. Walk-on passengers are advised to be at the pier with enough time to beat lines at the ticket counters, but 15 minutes before scheduled departure should be plenty of time.
There is plenty to do, see, and eat (!) within walking distance of the ferry terminal once you reach the island. Visit https://www.bainbridgeisland.com/ for more info.
138 recommandé par les habitants
Bainbridge Island
Bainbridge Island is an island west of Seattle that is entirely surrounded by salt water and known for its outstanding natural beauty, rustic character, small-town charm, and close location to Seattle. A quick ferry ride from Pier 52 (a 15-minute walk from The Lucknow) takes you to the island in no time.
We recommend walking on to avoid potential long car lines on the weekends or busy travel times. Walk-on passengers are advised to be at the pier with enough time to beat lines at the ticket counters, but 15 minutes before scheduled departure should be plenty of time.
There is plenty to do, see, and eat (!) within walking distance of the ferry terminal once you reach the island. Visit https://www.bainbridgeisland.com/ for more info.