Hale’s Ales

Hale’s Ales (American, brewery) HalesAles.com 4301 Leary Way NW (map) (206) 706-1544 CitySearch.com: “Hale’s is an attractive pub and fitting showcase for a respected local brewer…” NWSource.com: “A nice, family-friendly …

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Ballard Mandarin

Ballard Mandarin (Chinese) 5500 8th Ave. NW (map) (206) 782-5531 MyBallard.com: “The food is tasty (but) not as good as many of the places in the International District…” [ratings]

Anthony’s Homeport

Anthony’s Homeport (Seafood) 6135 Seaview Ave NW (map) (206) 783-0780 SeattleMag.com: “Enjoy decadent crab cakes with rich hollandaise sauce while watching the sailboats…” CitySearch.com: “Check out the fresh oysters from …

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Vera’s Restaurant

Vera’s Restaurant (Diner) 5417 22nd Ave. NW (map) (206) 782-9966 CitySearch.com: “Ballard residents looking for classic diner fare flock to this dive-like eatery…” [ratings]

Senor Moose

Senor Moose Cafe (Mexican) SenorMoose.com 5242 Leary Ave. NW (map) (206) 784-5568 TheStranger.com: “The best breakfast I have had in some time…” CitySearch.com: “Dinner selections include pork or chicken mole, …

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La Carta De Oaxaca

La Carta De Oaxaca (Mexican) LaCartadeOaxaca.com 5431 Ballard Ave. NW (map) (206) 782-8722 NWSource.com: “A tiny (40 seats) establishment serving up coastal Mexican cuisine that’s worthy of immense praise…” CitySearch.com: …

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Lombardi’s

Lombardi’s (Italian) LombardisCucina.com 2200 NW Market St. (map) (206) 783-0055 NWSource.com: “Come to Lombardi’s for modern Italian cuisine in a casual, family-friendly environment…” TheStranger.com: “Standard Italian fare with a few …

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Ocho

Ocho (Spanish) 2325 NW Market St. (map) (206) 784-0699 ChowHound.com: “It is a real neighborhood joint with authentic Spanish tapas that feels like it belongs in Ballard…” NWSource.com: “A sexy …

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Ray’s Boathouse

Ray’s Boathouse (Seafood) Rays.com 6049 Seaview Ave. NW (map) (206) 789-3770 NWSource.com: “A fine-dining destination and a top-rated tourist attraction with a spectacular waterfront view…” CitySearch.com: “All of the fish …

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Matador

Matador (Mexican, bar) MatadorSeattle.com 2221 NW Market St. (map) (206) 297-2855 NWSource.com: “A well-stocked bar, a decent Southwestern-themed menu…” CitySearch.com: “The goat cheese-stuffed jalapenos wrapped with bacon really get the …

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