Beacon Hill

Explore

Notable features of 52-acre Jefferson Park (3801 Beacon Ave S) include grassy knolls and playgrounds; also check out the Beacon Food Forest community garden, the skate park, and the golf course. Stroll through Dr. Jose Rizal Park (1007 12th Ave S) for a beautiful view of the skyline and the sun setting behind the Olympic Mountains. Tone your muscles and build your mountaineering skills at Seattle Bouldering Project’s (900 Poplar Pl S) rock-climbing gym.

Eat and Drink

Drop by Victrola Coffee Roasters (3215 Beacon Ave S) for a single-origin coffee and a selection from the pastry case. Everyone seems to be talking about the smashburger at the relatively new Guamanian eatery Familyfriend (3315 Beacon Ave S)—it’s served with Kewpie mayo, special pickles, and a side of truffle fries. Acclaimed Musang (2524 Beacon Ave S) serves up fantastic Filipino-inspired dishes and cocktails. Cabin-themed Oak (3019 Beacon Ave S) bar and restaurant serves a chimichurri chicken sandwich that’s to die for. Homer (3013 Beacon Ave S) uses a wood fire to roast seasonal meats and vegetables with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. For dessert, head to sibling eatery Milk Drunk (2805 Beacon Ave S) for towering soft serves topped with Fruity Pebbles or hard-shell chocolate. Craft beer and international bar bites are the stars at Perihelion Brewery (2800 16th Ave S), and wood-fired pizzas and antipasti can be enjoyed on the cute patio at Bar del Corso (3057 Beacon Ave S).

Shop

Reopened in 2024 after a brief hiatus, beloved MacPherson’s Fruit and Produce (4500 15th Ave S) features an array of seasonal, farm-fresh fruits that are excellent for snacking. Newcomer Little Thing Wine (3003 Beacon Ave S) has quickly built a reputation for its friendly service and thoughtfully curated selection of approachable vino. Day Moon Press (3320 Beacon Ave S) is a cool letter-press print shop carrying artful cards and paper gifts.