Lydia Berger

Seattle, WA

Popped by for lunch and parked a bit down the street. I took a couple of minutes to review the menu at the counter and then ordered the Budha Call Sandwich(Vegi) with Chipotle Mac Salad and some tots. They have a cute, fenced-in dining area outside so I grabbed myself a seat under one of the umbrellas. Not even 5 minutes passed and my food has already arrived! I figured it would take around 20 mins since they had a fairly packed house during lunchtime. The sandwich was perfectly toasted and the chicken was so tender. Every bite was packed with flavor!! The tots on the other hand were also delicious. Ask for their Chipotle dipping sauce - the two go hand-in-hand.

Delicious, generously-sized sandwiches, everything was so great!

Not satisfied with this truck food café. I was very excited when I saw this truck food near my apartment. My husband I ordered so many food options like The Undecided Combo" which brings "Fried Rice, Stir Fry Noodle, 1 Lumpia, 2 Chicken Satay, Salad" and we also ordered the "Chicken Curry Over Fried Rice" which brings "Fried Rice, Chicken Curry, 1 Chicken Satay, Salad". It took almost 40 minutes to cook our order. Portions were small and food was not at all fresh. At first bite, the food tasted bad. The rice had a weird taste and our chicken did not taste like chicken. The food seemed like it was old even though I saw them cooking after I ordered. The food was just not good.

Not happy with the quality of food and service.

Pretty good experience and service. Their communication was timely and professional, they did not waste my time over the phone but asked enough questions to get all the details. They quickly returned our call and delivered fresh flowers in a beautiful arrangement. Sending over some pictures for reference was also helpful. I was very pleased with their delivery service and how quick and efficient it was. Also the biggest sunflowers ever. The final arrangements were beautiful and perfectly suited to the style of our event. They did a great job helping us celebrate a birthday. If you're up on the 15th it's well worth a stop into the shop to see what's in season. Very nice flower business I highly recommend them.

We had a great experience with Flowers on 15th for a birthday party

We were just roaming around when we came across this restaurant. We decided to stop by and give it a try. As we were not so hungry, we decided to go for South African Bunny Chow, Chengdu Spicy Jumbo Chicken Wings, and Pineapple Cornbread. The South African Sunny Bunny was a very tasty curry-like dish. It's not quite spicy but it is super flavorful with a lot of spices. The chicken wings were fantastic. Pineapple cornbread is salty, sweet, and buttery. It really makes your tongue confusing. The menu is amazing, there are so many different types of food from different cultures, which made it extremely hard to choose a dish. Overall! The food here is amazing. Service was friendly and their patio seating area was cute and comfortable. Highly recommend this place.

The food is great and feels true to each country of origin.

From the first call to the final check out and sign-off, both the projects ( electrical servicing and furnace diagnosis, new purchase, and installation) were remarkable. True, great attitude professionals, with smiles, cleanliness, and personal safety as priorities.

Seatown Electric was wonderful, one of the best I've ever worked with for home projects

I ordered the special fried chicken sandwich, risotto with beef, and Caprese sandwich via delivery service. The sandwiches were prepared on time and they were still hot when I received my package. The chicken was crunchy and the condiments (honey butter and something else) complimented the chicken. It was loaded with a nice array of contrasting elements- fluffy eggs, pickled onion, tangy aioli. The food is so yummy. Great spot for lunch if you're in the Georgetown area. Good pricing too for the portion you get. I would recommend them fully. I will use them in the future for sure.

Food is fresh, amazing and the service is top-notch.

I was looking for some best flower delivery last week and saw Seattle Flowers. I ordered 2 flower arrangements for our anniversary. I got a gorgeous arrangement delivered within mentioned time. The delivery went smoothly, the flowers looked amazing and the vase is nice. The customer service is very good too! I was amazed to see flowers lasted a week and still look fresh. Great experience fast delivery and looked exactly as pictured. My only feedback is to make it easier to identify the unique, Seattle florist-only arrangements on the website. I like to order something unique and locally designed. If you need high-quality, beautiful flowers, I recommend Seattle Flowers.

Beautiful bouquets, flower arrangements that are so vibrant and fresh.

This is a large mall and easy to shop at. All the stores seem to group together. It made some of the wings more congested than others, but it also made searching for a particular item painless. I was looking for sneakers and all the shoe stores were side by side. The mall was clean and not too many people there.

Huge indoor shopping mall located near the airport, Fun super loaded.

I don’t why I was badly craving sushi. After going through many sushi restaurant reviews, I thought I should try Tsui Sushi Bar. They took our temperature at the door and had homemade screens between the table. Social distancing is enforced and they are taking all covid precautions. We were at Green Lake with our family and this Sushi bar was close. We ordered for our big family of 6....everything was so fresh and delicious! Their rolls and appetizers are amazing. I had the white Tiger roll and it was awesome, so is the spicy spider roll. Delicious Fresh Colorful Sushi! They serve great cocktails too. Easy parking, great service as well. If you never had sushi... this is the place to go!

It's just an amazing sushi place, we enjoyed this place. I can't wait to go again

Fabulous place. AMAZING view downtown Seattle from West Seattle. Lots of outdoor seating; cool vibe - This is a great place to grab a quick lunch on the go. The place was packed on a Friday at lunch but I still got my food within 10 minutes of walking in. I ordered the beef and chicken tacos and a pork slider. I love that they are a la carte so you can mix and match! All three were delicious - but I did prefer the tacos. They had such a great flavor and a good amount of spice with extra jalapenos on the side just in case. Prices were good for downtown Seattle -- walked out with a filling lunch just under $15. My food was a bit cold and the service was just ok, but I'd definitely head back for lunch again sometime.

Marination was an interesting place. I like this place.

Went to this place on a "date" with the husband. Outstanding view and a great selection of whisky and wine. This place has an amazing view and the drinks are delicious. Chill little bar/lounge on the rooftop of the Thompson. For food, we got cheese and charcuterie, shrimp ceviche, crab sliders, and prawns. Everything was tasty, but the prawns were my favorite, the dipping sauce was fantastic. A good place to meet friends or start the evening with drinks and an appetizer. You can reserve a section, otherwise it's first come first serve. They are following all covid precautions. Overall, I highly suggest The Nest. Beautiful view, tasty food, delicious drinks, and sweet workers. They are following all covid precautions.

Its fun breathing Seattle’s fresh air at this rooftop bar. Great vibes folks.

Stumbled across these shops during my visit to Capitol Hill. I wasn't sure what it was. I've been to Plum and La Spiga, walked down to use the restroom to find a ton more shops. A fun collection of higher-end specialty shops located in Capitol Hill. There's such a great assortment of places to see and experience. It is a very cute resto/shopping area in the middle of the block. If you enter on the 11th street side, you'll find a cafe, restaurants, ice cream, jewelry, a wine bar, a barbershop, a cute dog boarding, and a knick-knack store. You can see tons of sitting spaces here along with you have your cement walls, exposed brick, metal beams, and strings of lights everywhere in an open-air courtyard. Very cute shopping center. I loved seeing so many local shops and the area is very pretty if you like taking pictures, treasured the outdoor seating by the fire! I can't wait to be back!

Beautiful, vibrant, great shops & restaurants. Makes you feel on vacation!

This is a magical little place and I just loved it. We went there on Sunday brunch. We liked the relaxed but sophisticated ambiance. Choosing from the creative menu was not easy but we were both (my husband and me) thrilled, to order a fried chicken sandwich, the risotto, and the seared ahi app to share. The ahi was a pleasant surprise - well seasoned with the pepper crust and not at all fishy tasting! The wasabi mayo drizzled was also light and a nice compliment to the tuna. The chicken sandwich was also really good - perfectly fried and with a generous number of delicious fries on the side. The risotto is to die for. The food is phenomenal and the server/bar staff does their best coming back from the pandemic. Highly recommend it if you are remotely close!

What a perfect start to my Sunday. Brunch with my husband at our new favorite spot.

I've loved this bookstore since I first stumbled upon it 3 years ago. It's placed in the heart of the underground portion of the Pike Place Market (3rd floor down) and the store owner strategically has many of the Beats facing outward, just calling you in. Books are stacked high, and the store gives little room to wiggle. Can't quite find what you're looking for? Just ask! Because the man behind the counter knows exactly where your title is, AND he can suggest your next favorite read! Not a fan of the Beats? More a 50 Shades of Grey? Well, you can find that here too. Do you prefer comics and graphic novels? Then you better run down to BLMF because he has you covered!

Awesome collection of books from all over walks of life and book owner knows every book in

I've been trying to buy more things secondhand but it's hard to find cute stuff in Seattle. I found Sell Sole on yelp and decided to check it out. Last week I visited this place. My sister and I were greeted by Natalia (the store owner) upon entering she introduced herself and gave us the visit to the store. Beautifully curated space that's worth checking out when you're on the hunt for gorgeous pieces and labels. The decor is bright and welcoming. I completely fell in love with this place! This store had Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel, Lanvin, Diane Von Furstenberg, Sam Edelman, Cole Haan, Prada... a nice range of brands, a great range of prices. And best of all-- everything is clean! The store is adorable, the owner has a wonderful eye and is very helpful. We bought some flats and a DVF shirtdress--- great pickups. They do a good job of keeping up with covid precautions.

Such a great selection of shoes, bags, jeans, jackets, and all kinds of clothing

Wow, I just had my first waxing experience in my life. I actually almost canceled my appointment because of anxiety. So glad I didn't. I went to Waxing the city for a modified Brazilian and brows wax, it was AMAZING! My waxing turned out great, and I barely felt a thing. The salon was very clean and everyone was very careful about COVID protocols, which made me feel very safe about being there (sanitizing, distancing, masks, etc.). It was a 100% welcoming and inclusive environment. The reception was kind as well and got me set up as a new client with a 20% off discount. Would be coming back as their permanent client now. Thanks, Waxing the City!

Got Amazing waxing services from waxing the city.

Wow, guys, it's an amazing father’s day offer on Tommy Hilfiger. But it's not ending on 20th June. The offer is valid till 23rd June. 20% off on all Men’s items plus 20% more off if you spend $100 or more. Use this code Promo Code: 500025562000. So don’t waste time hurry up and fill your bags with all the men’s stuff for your men at home. I came on Saturday at Seattle premium outlets and it was awesome. Fast not too crowded. The cashier who served us was very nice. I bought perfumes, shirts, and shorts. Definitely coming back and checking out the rest of the store hats are upfront which is the nice list goes on.

Good Discount 20% plus on Tommy Hilfiger at Seattle Premium outlets.

We were very much in the mood for something Mexican. Fogon is always one of our all-time favorite Mexican cuisines. I found out from their website they are open for lunch hours 11 am -3 pm. But you can take out the full food menu at any time during their open hours 9 am to 11 pm. We decided to dine in for lunch on weekend. As always, their atmosphere is amazing they have upbeat music playing that truly makes you want to sing your heart out & dance. They are open only for 50% capacity for dine-in. For the startup, they offered us Beans, salsa, cabbage, and cheese. For lunch we ordered Carne Asada Burrito ($15), Carne Asada ($15), and Enchiladas Verdes $13. The food and quality were delicious, the service was friendly, attentive, and quick.

Fogon Cocina Mexicana is one of authentic Mexican spots in Seattle!                       

We went to visit this beautiful Japanese Kubota garden with our family. This park is beautiful, quiet, peaceful, and not overcrowded. It's a nice big park with trails, ponds, trees, flowers, and so many plants. There are multiple ponds with bridges to walk across that lead to different paths. You may even spot a koi fish! The flowering trees were magnificent and the rolling topography allowed for a lot of privacy. Maps are available up at the entrance, there's no charge to enter. We took photos under the cabanas and sat on many hidden benches. It was lovely to return to South Seattle and see a garden without litter and tents. This park is a good way to spend the day with your family and friends and capturing beautiful memories there! The parking was free but there are a lot of warnings about car break-ins so be smart- lock your car and don't leave valuables visible.

What an amazing day to walk in this stunning park! Beautiful place to relax and enjoy 

We had our anniversary dinner at The Butcher’s Table last weekend. We did reservations before our visit. It was our 1st visit to this place. When we reached there our table was well arranged and ready to dine in. For appetizers, we had Beef Fat Fries, mac and cheese, bread crumbs & hen of the woods mushroom. I 100% recommend the fat fries. So tasty and crispy. I ordered Zabuton steak. It was so buttery, tender, and full of flavor. My husband ordered Manhattan Cut New York Steak. He is not a big fan of meat, but he was blown away at this entire dish. They suggest you eat it from left to right so you can taste and feel the differences between each piece. I had a bite of each & enjoyed every bit of it. They serve huge portions, we had to take some as takeout. Would come back and glad I found a decent steakhouse in Seattle.

Our Anniversary dinner was unforgettable at The Butcher’s Table café.

I went to check out this popular breakfast and brunch place around 8:30 AM on Sunday with my husband. We reached there and it was all empty. There’s no wait. We ordered Bananas Foster French Toast, Lemonade, Seattle omelet, and cold brew. It was a big portion. I loved the whipped topping with fruit. The French toast was pretty normal - nothing really special. Pork link and potatoes were also very good and nicely seasoned. The restaurant started getting busy after 9:45 AM. So come early if you want to avoid the wait. Or you can book an early appointment on Yelp as well. There is a great parking lot for the restaurant. Super easy to get to if you're coming from up north. Overall, it was so cool to have a "normal feeling" breakfast experience after over a year of COVID.

Enjoyed our yummy breakfast after a Pandemic, at Portage Bay Cafe

I was having coffee when my six years old daughter jumped on me out of nowhere, the coffee spilled on one of my favorites white blouses. In a panic, I found only this Julie’s cleaners near to driving distance. It seems impossible to remove that stain but Julie said she would try her best to remove it but no promises. Thanks to her she was able to get it out flawlessly for me. Not only that, but Julie was also able to hem my daughter’s jeans to her perfect size and was even able to patch up any holes or rips seamlessly. She was friendly, efficient, and reasonably priced. The best part my girl loved was receiving free chocolates from Julie as a “thank you for coming”, that’s so sweet of her.

My white blouse with coffee stain was flawlessly removed by Julie.

Such a marvelous park. It is one of Seattle’s most fantastic outdoor areas. Last week was the first time that we visited this park during the pandemic. The website for the park says that the parking lots are all closed and that the Visitor's Center (with bathrooms) is also closed.

Fun outdoor activity at a beautiful, large park located In Magnolia, Discovery Park

I came here for my first mani/Pedi after quarantine. The receptionist was very welcoming and explained the covid safety steps. Their COVID procedures are good - you will get temperature checked and asked to wash your hands. Everything is sanitized. The space is clean and beautiful and it's easy to book appointments with their online scheduling. My only issue was my gel manicures that didn’t last more than a week and a big chip appeared. When I go to other salons, the manicure lasts anywhere from 2-3 weeks depending on how often I am cooking and cleaning. Even though their place looks nice I wouldn't go there again.

An embarrassing chip-off appeared on my nail after a week of manicure.

Have been coming here for years! And my parents came here before I was even born. The best bread and pastries ever! This is a cheap-priced bakery. They have a little space where you can order and sit down. Quick service and very nice staff. The display windows are very attractive. Their breakfast sandwiches are also awesome. I had butter croissant and cheese danish last weekend and both were great, an exceptional balance of flavors with generous portions. There are plenty of other items you should check out.

One of the oldest bakeries, still operating successfully in Pike place market

Tukwila, WA

I bought 160 – Point Card from Groupon for $19.9. It's 15 min drive from James Street 5th Avenue Seattle. We took our 2 kids and enjoyed the full 3 hours. A few things were close which is understandable but there was still a lot to do there. Go-karts were fun and bowling was pretty cool with the lights and everyone had an empty lane in between each other was super roomy. The staff was monitoring distancing and making sure everything stayed clean and wiped down. Hand sanitizer was available everywhere for use. Points do cost a bit so buy more than 160pts, you go through them fast. Would go again!

Kids had a blast fun at Tukwila Family Fun Center

If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary for souvenirs, this is the place to go. It's kind of a history lesson wrapped into a quirky gift shop. I popped in here while wandering the Seattle waterfront area. It's a 15-minute walk or a sharp cab ride from The Pike Place Market. They have lots of weird things like rocks, coins, fun toys, postcards, mummies, shrunken heads, stuffed animals, and the list can go on. I never spend less than 30 minutes to an hour looking around at the unbelievable collection of oddities in this store. If you're being a tourist up in here, then make sure to stop into this very unique shop!

Ye Olde Curiosity Shop, What a strange and quirky little shop! 

Last weekend I took my kids to this fun place. Despite Covid Pandemic, they are still operating in a cool, clean, and well-maintained place. The exciting thing is they are giving discounts. I bought a $22 ticket, brought my 2 kids for 2 hours. The restaurant is still what you would expect for a bowling alley. Come here after a meal and burn out some calories. Some of the workers were not very friendly but overall, it’s a good place to hang out with kids and friends.

Two hours fun activity at Bowlmor Lanes and Bowlero 

My friend recently moved to Seattle from Pakistan. She was desperately looking for real Pakistani taste and thanks to our Seattle-based friend for recommending this place. They are currently Open for TAKE-OUT ONLY, Delivering through Door Dash & Grub Hub. I liked to try some Asian food with my friend. We ordered online chicken and vegetable curry for $20 and both were absolutely delicious! HUGE portion and so flavorful with a generous portion of vegetables and chicken. For me, it was a bit spicy. Good Indian/Pakistani food. All the ingredients were so fresh. They have impressively maintained traditional taste and recipes. My friend being Pakistani was saying she feels as if she is in her own country. Their service was quick.

Looking for authentic Indian/Pakistani food! Café ZUM ZUM is the best option.

My kids seriously got exhausted and bored during this pandemic. As schools are closed, no outing, so we had to plan something exciting. The woodland zoo is the best option. We have been to many zoos over the years, but Woodland Park Zoo is the best one. If you are a member of wonderland zoo then you just reserve a time online. When you reach there, they just scan your ticket, membership card and let you in without waiting in line. The first thing you notice is the relaxed atmosphere. Nicely subdivided into geographical areas, the animals had nice, enclosures. We saw so many active animals, bears, bird feeding, sloths, orangutan, red panda, and gorillas, to name but a few. Masks are required and eating only available in certain rest areas. The zoo is only at 25% capacity so it was not crowded. There were hand sanitizer stations everywhere. The zoo grounds and restrooms are always clean. The gift shop had great customer service. I bought burgers and chicken strip baskets with fries from the food spot which were SO GOOD! And a delicious Pie slice from AI a mood pie shop. We spent a very nice 3 hours exploring the whole zoo. Very cute zoo! Cherished all the animals and exhibits there. We had an enjoyable time with the family and the kids loved it. My little 5 years old son didn't even want to go back home...Will come again.

Are you struggling to provide enough activity for your kids during Covid? Plan an exciting visit to Woodland Zoo!

Museums are important to collect, preserve, interpret, and display items of artistic, cultural, or scientific significance for the education of the public. The Nordic Museum is located in Ballard and is accessible by public transit with a bus stop right in front of the museum. I visited this awesome museum with my husband. Luckily, I found paid parking in the parking lot. When we enter the museum, it made me visually stunned. With spectacular architecture and exhibitions, this museum traces 12,000 years of Nordic history and showcases their culture. I learned a lot of interesting things about the Nordic regions, which include Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, the Sampi Territories, Aland, and the Faroe Islands. From the pre-Viking era to Vikings. They also have a beautiful video that explains history quite well. We saw historic clothes, toys, tools, instruments, and a model of a Viking ship. The ceilings are extra tall, the second level offers a cool view of the building, including glass birds soaring from the ceilings above. They are maintaining all covid precautions like social distancing and masks are must. There's a cafe near the small gift shop, selling all things Scandinavian! I bought a Nuuk Couture tie from a gift shop, for $34 and my husband simply loved that. It took us almost 2 hours to get through the entire museum. You can't know Seattle's, particularly Ballard's, full history without visiting the Nordic Museum.