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July 14, 2010
Sushi Comes to Capitol Hill, Booze Comes to Kirkland
The saying that good things come in threes bodes well for the three sushi restaurants opening on Capitol Hill. The conveyor belt sushi chain Genki Sushi is open now in the Broadway Building, as is Octo Sushi on 12th Ave., Capitol Hill Seattle reports. And Pinto Thai, a Thai-sushi fusion joint ... More >>
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July 15, 2010
Openings and Closings: Asian Restaurants Come and Go on Eastside, Central District Loses Jackson Street Central Market, and More
You win some, you lose some. The Eastside gained one Asian restaurant recently but lost another. The Tukwila Thai restaurant Bai Tong opened a second location in May at 14804 NE 24th St., Redmond. Jason Sheehan reviews it here. Meanwhile, Cascade Garden in Issaquah (1580 NW Gilman Boulevard) ... More >>
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July 22, 2010
Plum Bistro Announces a Vegan Happy Hour (But No Barbecue)
Yesterday, I wrote a very long post about vegans, vegetarians, barbecue and the strange opinions of people named Rainbow. In it, I posed this simple challenge to the soy-and-sprouts crowd: Find me an example of vegan barbecue that is both actually barbecue and at least as good as the worst no ... More >>
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July 26, 2010
Seattle's Youngest Armed-Robbers Steal Purse on Capitol Hill
So imagine this. You're a young woman walking in Capitol Hill at 3 a.m. on Sunday morning. (What are you doing out so late? Call a cab, why dontcha.) Two boys wearing baseball jerseys and shorts, one no older than 11-years-old, walk up to you carrying a pistol and demand your purse. What do y ... More >>
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July 29, 2010
Pho 900 Closing on Capitol Hill, Serving $2 Beers Until Then
Pho 900, you will be missed! Get your pho and cream puffs while you still can. Pho 900 on Capitol Hill is closing on Monday, August 9. Capitol Hill Seattle reports that the space will be torn down as part of the 230 Broadway development project and that owner Tiger Le has been unable to anot ... More >>
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August 3, 2010
Morning Food News: Olive Way Starbucks Closes for Remodeling, I Love Wasabi Replaced by Vegetarian Thai Restaurant
I Love Wasabi... but goodbye.Calling all Capitol Hill-billies! This edition of food news is 'specially for you. After months of buzz, the Starbucks at 1600 East Olive Way is closed for a two-month remodel that once finished, will become the chain's first store to serve beer and wine, accord ... More >>
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August 26, 2010
Plan to Demolish The Undre Arms Moves Forward
It's no secret that the Undre Arms, perhaps Capitol Hill's most appropriately named apartment complex, is in danger of falling to the wrecking ball. As we reported in our cover story last week, the development project that may ultimately claim the 100-year-old building stalled last year as th ... More >>
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September 21, 2010
Capitol Hill Scores Wine Bar and Hawaiian Cuisine
Hawaiian cuisine heads to Capitol Hill.Winos, make note: The Local Vine is now open at 1412 12th Avenue, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. You may recall the wine bar used to be based in Belltown. In other news, Capitol Hill Seattle reports that a Hawaiian restaurant called Pau Hana is comi ... More >>
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October 1, 2010
Thai Street Food Comes to Capitol Hill, More Cheesesteaks Tackle Pioneer Square, & More
Here's what $6 gets you at Thai Simple Curry. (The Capitol Hill walk-up stand is coming soon!) Score! Capitol Hill Seattle reports that Chinatown's super cheap eatery Thai Curry Simple is opening a walk-up stand at 1122 East Madison Street, where Barista Boyz was once based. In other news, T ... More >>
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October 15, 2010
Japanese - Thai Restaurant Opens in the U District, Bleu Bistro to Possibly Expand on Capitol Hill
Bleu Bistro's beloved wasabi grilled cheeseA new Japanese - Thai fusion restaurant, Sushi Thai Yummy Yummy, has opened at 4545 University Way, according to U District Daily. Capitol Hill also recently gained an eatery combining the two cuisines - Pinto Thai Bistro - which Jason Sheehan poste ... More >>
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October 21, 2010
Maria Hines Announces Eastern Mediterranean Restaurant Venture, Capitol Hill Scores Two Diners and a Revamped Starbucks, West Seattle Loses (Some) Pretzels, & More
Sorry, little girl. Heavenly Pastry and Cake is going back to wholesale and catering only. Here's this week's rundown of restaurant news... The biggest buzz surrounds Tilth owner and Iron Chef champion Maria Hines' announcement that she is opening an Eastern Mediterranean-inspired restaurant ... More >>
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November 18, 2010
Domino's Pizza Door-Hanger Fail: Tough to Rebrand Yourself When You Can't Spell
For the past several months, Domino's Pizza has been aggressively marketing itself as a changed company that no longer makes shitty, cardboard-esque pies. The jury is still out on whether they've succeeded. But it would still seem to be in the company's interest to make sure it at least corre ... More >>
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November 18, 2010
Dumplings Invade Bellevue, "Best BBQ" Debuts in Ballard, Hawaiian Cuisine Hits Capitol Hill, & More
Craving Hawaiian cuisine? Come to Capitol Hill!Bellevue generated the most restaurant-related buzz this week when the highly anticipated Taiwan- based dumpling chain Din Tai Fung opened for business inside Lincoln Square at 700 Bellevue Northeast. Jason Sheehan digs deeper into the dumpling c ... More >>
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December 14, 2010
Marination Mobile to Make Permanent Home, Samurai Noodle No. 3 to Open on Capitol Hill, & More
Samurai Noodle is coming to Capitol Hill.Two popular eateries are heading to Broadway Avenue, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. Firstly, Hawaiian - Korean fusion truck Marination Mobile will open a permanent eatery - with an expanded menu - in the Harvard Market above QFC at 1401 Broadway Av ... More >>
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January 3, 2011
Capitol Hill Man Comes Home to Find Two Sisters and a Dude Having a Threesome on His Scooter
Our buddy Jonah Spangenthal-Lee at SeattleCrime posted a doozy of a story on Friday that's tough to let slip by. It involves the following: two sisters, two dudes (one having more fun than the other), one scooter, one ashtray, and a supposed gun-wielding cousin.
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January 20, 2011
The Confectional Brings Cheesecake to Capitol Hill, Bar Turnover in Fremont, and More
The Confectional is coming to Capitol Hill!Pike Place Market-based cheesecake shop The Confectional is opening another location on Broadway, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. Expect them to start serving their sinful sweets by spring. In other news, Fremont Universe reports that Azzurri Vin ... More >>
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January 21, 2011
Capitol Hill Scores (More) Pho and Sushi
Capitol Hill residents are in store for even more Asian food options. A restaurant called Saizen Sushi is moving into the Joule Apartments at 523 Broadway East, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. It also shares that Pho Le is taking over the former Maharaja space at 720 East Pike Street. More ... More >>
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February 1, 2011
Capitol Hill Woman Lights Apartment on Fire With Crack-Smoking Utensils
It's that most classic of human predicaments: a bag full of crack cocaine, a perfectly good crack pipe, but no lighter with which to light it. A person in such a situation has limited options. Eating it won't do; snorting it won't either; injecting it could, but that would still require a fla ... More >>
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February 3, 2011
First Hill Loses Neighborhood Grocery Store, Greenwood Gains a Beer Garden, & More
Everybody loves a beer garden!Here's a brief rundown of this week's restaurant news... Starting on Capitol Hill, Café Kanape is now open at 700 Broadway Avenue East. The Eastern Europe-inspired menu features canapés I(aka finger food), crepes, and salads. On First Hill, M Street Grocery ... More >>
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February 23, 2011
Capitol Hill Will Score Three Distilleries by Summertime
Raise those glasses! Capitol Hill will have a total of three new distilleries come summer, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. Sun Liquor Distillery is scheduled to open at 512 E. Pike St. on Friday, March 4; Oola Distillery at 1413 E. Union St. by spring. Lastly, Black Label Spirits, a distil ... More >>
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March 11, 2011
There's Gonna Be TROUBLE Tomorrow Night
(Apologies for my first bit of shameless self-promotion on Reverb, but I bring this to your attention because, my involvement entirely aside, this party is worth your knowing about.) Tomorrow night is the inaugural edition of TROUBLE at the new Capitol Hill space created by the minds behind ... More >>
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March 25, 2011
CakeSpy Hosts Cupcake Sale This Saturday
Calling all sweet freaks. You can unleash your inner fat kid from noon to 5 p.m. this Saturday, March 26. Local dessert blogs CakeSpy and Bake It in a Cake are hosting a cash-only bake sale at CakeSpy Shop on Capitol Hill. You can browse dozens of cupcake flavors, and if you really like cupca ... More >>
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March 28, 2011
Coastal Kitchen to Donate This Wednesday's Proceeds to Japan
Dine for a cause! On Wednesday, March 30, from 5 p.m. to close, Coastal Kitchen--see right--on Capitol Hill will donate 25 percent of all their proceeds to Mercy Corps and Peace Winds. The funds will benefit the children and families affected by Japan's recent earthquake and tsunami. Follow ... More >>
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March 29, 2011
DK Pan Keeps Job as Sound Transit Lead Artist, Despite Being Charged as "CEO" of Gambling Speakeasies and Front Organization
King County prosecutors say that for nearly two years Capitol Hill-based artist DK Pan functioned as the "Chief Operating Officer" of illegal gambling "speakeasy" bars tied to cocaine deals and Mexican gun-smuggling operations. They also say that his organization, the Free Sheep Foundation, i ... More >>
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April 7, 2011
Cactus No. 4 Sets Sights on SLU, Mod Pizza Opens and Pita Pit Closes on Capitol Hill, & More
Courtesy of CactusHere's a roundup of a busy week in restaurant news! First off, in Belltown, an all-American diner is coming to 2630 First Avenue by mid-May. The Lucky Diner will feature down-home cooking like biscuits and gravy, hamburger steak and macaroni, and plenty of burgers and sandw ... More >>
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April 27, 2011
Mayor McGinn's Morning-After Meters Are Great, But Why the Focus on Capitol Hill?
Last week, the mayor's office announced that would-be drunk drivers can purchase stickers from pay stations around the city which will enable them to hitch a safe ride home without their vehicle getting ticketed in their absence. Why someone didn't set this in motion sooner is anyone's guess; ... More >>
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April 28, 2011
Yogurtland Opens on Capitol Hill; PCC Adds 10th Store to Green Lake
Yogurtland is now open on Capitol Hill!Yogurtland is now open at 1620 Broadway Ave. on Capitol Hill. This is the first Washington store for the California-based, self-serve frozen yogurt chain. Customers choose from 16 rotating flavors and 35 toppings, then pay for their concoction by the oun ... More >>
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April 28, 2011
Three New Restaurants Come to Capitol Hill; Zippy's Giant Burgers to Reopen in White Center This Weekend
Capitol Hill scored Yogurtland (pictured here) and more eats this week.Capitol Hill is the busiest neighborhood this week: Yogurtland is now open at 1620 Broadway Ave. This is the first Washington store for the California-based self-serve frozen-yogurt chain. Other additions: Gyro Cafe is sli ... More >>
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May 4, 2011
McGinn's Morning-Afters
A great idea from the mayor that could be greater.
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May 26, 2011
The Confectional Now Serving on Capitol Hill, FroYo Shop to Open in Fremont
The Confectional is now open on Capitol Hill.The Confectional is now serving cheesecake at 618 Broadway Avenue East, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. Hours have not yet been set for the second installment of the Pike Place Market-based bakery, but plans are for it to operate quietly and reg ... More >>
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June 13, 2011
Everyday Music's Josh Hansen on Capitol Hill's Priority on Booze Over CDs: "I Think That's Probably True."
In relation to this morning's news of Sonic Boom's upcoming Capitol Hill store closure and SB owner Jason Hughes' opinion that the neighborhood isn't ideal for record stores, I spoke with Josh Hansen, assistant manager at Capitol Hill's other big-name record store, Everyday Music, about how h ... More >>
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June 14, 2011
Easy Street Records' Matt Vaughan on the Sonic Boom Closure: "The Retail [on Capitol Hill] Doesn't Seem to Have a Vision."
Yesterday I spoke with one more record-store owner, Easy Street's Matt Vaughan, in the wake of the news that Sonic Boom's Capitol Hill location would be shutting its doors this fall and Jason Hughes' assessment of the Capitol Hill neighborhood as a less-than-ideal location for a profitable re ... More >>
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June 14, 2011
Confessions of a Lapsed Record Store Customer
Artist's conception of life without recordsI used to buy records all the time. Both as a music fan and as a DJ, I was constantly plunking down more money than I really had on vinyl throughout the late '90s and well into the mid-'00s. I'd buy $12 12" singles at Platinum--$12! For one song and ... More >>
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June 14, 2011
Counting Noodles at Kimchi Bistro
Dish: Job chae Place: Kimchi Bistro, Capitol Hill Price: $10.00 On the plate: Per the menu: "stir-fried potato noodles w/assorted veg and beef." Supporting cast: Banchan (including cabbage kimchi, bean sprouts, and daikon) and a small portion of rice. What to do: Dig in, eating the banch ... More >>
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June 14, 2011
Sonic Boom Owner Clarifies His Cap Hill Comment: "There Is Not as Much Neighborhood Support for Music Sales as There Once Was"
After speaking with me yesterday about his store's Capitol Hill closure and apparently offending a bunch of Capitol Hill residents (I don't actually see what's so offensive about anything he said... He's a businessman and was making a business assessment), Jason Hughes took to Sonic Boom's we ... More >>
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June 23, 2011
Marijuana Mocha: Smooth Groovin' With Cap Hill's Dream Cream
Made in Capitol Hill, Dream Cream combines the pleasure of iced mocha latte with the relief of cannabis.Dream Cream, a medicated iced mocha latte made in Capitol Hill available in local medical-marijuana dispensaries, goes down smooth and leaves a long-lasting medicated glow. The cannabis ... More >>
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July 6, 2011
More Bad News for Cap Hill Record Buyers: Everyday Music Is Leaving the Oddfellows Building, Confirms Owner Scott Kuzma
Last month, in the wake of news that Sonic Boom was closing their Capitol Hill location, Everyday Music assistant manager Josh Hansen told me of his own store, "As far as I know, we're doing OK. We're not doing great, but we're not going out of business." They might not be going out of busine ... More >>
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July 7, 2011
Spin Cycle Owner Jason Grimes on Record Stores on Capitol Hill: "Is It Going to [Be] OK Up Here? I Think So."
After hearing yesterday's sad news about Everyday Music's impending move from the Oddfellows building, I decided it was a good day to pay my first visit to a place I've been meaning to stop by for the last few weeks--Capitol Hill's newest record store, Spin Cycle on Broadway (on the block bet ... More >>
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July 19, 2011
Where It Began: Cap Hill's First Dispensary Is Also Its Prettiest
Apothecary Seattle, at 210 Broadway Ave. E., in Capitol Hill, has the most stunningly gorgeous space of any medical marijuana dispensary I've ever visited, and the shop has an enviable location right in the bustling middle of Capitol Hill. There's no mistaking it; this is prime real estate.
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July 22, 2011
Chapel to Close on Capitol Hill, The Local Vine to Open Second Shop in University Village, & More
The Chapel will be sorely missed.First off, in Ballard: Sunny Teriyaki at 2021 N.W. Market St., is reopening under new management. The Asian fast-food joint has a loyal following, despite having so much competition in the city. On Capitol Hill, Chapel at 1600 Melrose Ave. will close its doo ... More >>
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August 5, 2011
Capitol Hill Loses Varro, Gains The Shop Agora
Varro at 1542 12th Ave. has closed just months after its debut, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. The Italian-style restaurant and bar, which opened in April and failed to consistently pay rent since, has listed its equipment online for sale by cash only. In other news, PhinneyWood.com repo ... More >>
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August 11, 2011
Gay Bar to Debut in West Seattle, Top Pot Takes Up Permanent Residency in Renton, & More
Burger eatery Lil' Woody's is now open for business on Capitol Hill.First off, on Capitol Hill, The Shop Agora has opened its second shop at 346 14th Ave. E. on Capitol Hill. The Mediterranean goods store features imported products, a deli, and a wine bar. Also in the neighborhood, burger eat ... More >>
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September 9, 2011
Snackdown! Capitol Hill vs. Central District
Our fourth Neighborhood Snackdown semi-final match pits Capitol Hill (victorious over Queen Anne) against the Central District (survivor of a grudge match with Columbia City.) Which is the better neighborhood for eating?
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October 14, 2011
Liberty Bar: Capitol Hill Hot Spot With 140 Liquors and a Warm Ambiance
Image SourceLiberty Bar likes to tout its large selection of liquors -- 25 bourbons, 20 tequilas, 23 scotches, 22 gins, 18 rums, 22 vodkas, etc. But the real charm of this Capitol Hill hot spot is it's warm, chic ambiance. At peak hours, with the lights dim, there's a low murmur that provide ... More >>
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October 26, 2011
Remedy Teas: Squirrelly Pumpkin Smoothies For The Win
Remedy Teas on FacebookToday is one of those days when things that never happen just keep happening. To wit: on my quest for a snack this afternoon, 1.) I was intentionally discouraged from purchasing anything at one cafe, 2.) then I found a restaurant with a menu I actually might not be able ... More >>
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December 12, 2011
Coffee After Hours: A Survival Guide to the City of Seattle.
www.chantalandrea.comAt 10:00 on a Saturday night, I cannot believe I've found parking on Capitol Hill. Let alone, parking directly in front of the Caffe Vita, which is my destination. It has been a long day, and I have things to write. I'm sleepy. There is no way I'll get through writing any ... More >>
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December 14, 2011
B&O Espresso Says Goodbye to Capitol Hill After 35 Years, Belle Clementine Debuts in Ballard
B&O Espresso is closing on Capitol Hill after 35 years of business.B&O Espresso at 204 Belmont Ave. E. is closing after three-plus decades of business, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. The neighborhood's first ever espresso house opened in 1976. However, business has declined over the years ... More >>
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December 19, 2011
Capitol Hill's B&O Espresso to Stay Open in 2012
B&O Espresso is postponing its closure.Things have taken a better turn for B&O Espresso. Just last week, Capitol Hill's first ever espresso house announced that it was closing after three-plus decades of business, due to a decline in business related to ongoing construction. But Capitol Hill ... More >>
Music
December 28, 2011
The Mercury's Karaoke Underground
Our Karaoke Korrespondent sings through the smoke on Capitol Hill
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February 9, 2012
Regent Bakery & Cafe Debuts on Capitol Hill, The Wurst Place Opens in South Lake Union, & More
Regent Bakery & Cafe is now open on Capitol Hill.On Capitol Hill, Regent Bakery and Cafe is now open at 1404 E. Pine St. The second installment of the popular Redmond-based restaurant features Chinese-style pastries and more substantial cuisine like hot pots and chow fun, as well as a full ba ... More >>
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