Seen along Ballard Ave.

Painters create a mural for Pabst Blue Ribbon on the side of King’s Hardware. The guy said he’s an independent contractor hired by PBR to paint these in selected places …

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The Hi-Life

The Hi-Life (American) ChowFoods.com/HiLife 5425 Russell Ave NW (map) (206) 784-7272 CitySearch.com: “Dinner choices from this quarterly menu are all substantial and not overly fussy…” NWsource.com: “Another swell joint from …

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Sam’s Sushi

Sam’s Sushi (Sushi) 5506 22nd Ave NW (map) (206) 783-2262 CitySearch.com: “Service is fantastic, and sushi has always been really good…” Yelp.com: “This place is pretty darn good…” [ratings]

The Other Coast Cafe

The Other Coast Cafe (Sandwiches) OtherCoastCafe.com 5315 Ballard Ave NW (map) (206) 789-0936 CitySearch.com: “Build-your-own-sandwich ingredients range from plain turkey to smoked Gruyere…” TheStranger.com: “…In the mood for a huge, …

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Palermo

Palermo (Pizza & pasta) PalermoRestaurant.com 2005 NW Market St (map) (206) 297-2727 Yelp.com: “It’s really a mixed bag for my review on this place…” [ratings]

India Bistro

India Bistro (Indian) SeattleIndiaBistro.com 2301 NW Market St. (map) (206) 783-5080 CitySearch.com: “A cozy and romantic Indian bistro…” TheStranger.com: “Ranks high for its tandoori combos, curries, dahl, and masalas…” [ratings]

La Isla

La Isla (Puerto Rican) LaIslaSeattle.com 2320 NW Market St. (map) (206) 789-0516 CitySearch.com: “A welcome taste of rarely-seen island cuisine…” NWsource.com: “…this Puerto Rican restaurant brings a beam of Caribbean …

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Hattie’s Hat

Hattie’s Hat (Pub food) HattiesHat.com 5231 Ballard Avenue NW (map) (206) 784-0175 CitySearch.com: “Stiff drinks, excellent pub grub and a neighborhood feel have earned this Ballard diner legendary status…” TheStranger.com: …

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King’s Hardware

King’s Hardware (Pub food) 5225 Ballard Ave NW (map) (206) 782-0027 CitySearch.com: “Assorted gourmet burgers and other upscale pub grub are available.” NWsource.com: “Try the house’s signature burger…” [ratings]