Capitol Hill

Explore

Two lovely green spaces—Cal Anderson Park (1635 11th Ave) and larger Volunteer Park (1247 15th Ave E)—feature striking public art installations and plenty of places to relax. In addition to its bustling LGBTQIA+ nightlife—including bars like Union Seattle (1009 E Union St) and The Cuff Complex (1533 13th Ave)—the neighborhood has acclaimed live music spots such as Neumos (925 E Pike St), which presents everything from punk to country, and Chop Suey (1325 E Madison St), where hip-hop and rock bands perform.

Eat and Drink

Romantic Spinasse (1531 14th Ave) turns out ethereal Italian dishes, while modern Vietnamese restaurant Ramie (1529 14th Ave) is the latest offering from acclaimed sibling chefs Trinh and Thai Nguyen of Bainbridge Island’s popular Ba Sa. Sup on flavorful West African dishes—like goat peanut soup—at Gold Ghost Ghal Kitchen (1009 Boren Ave). Capitol Hill is a hub of modern Asian cuisine: choose the creative omakase menu at Ltd Edition Sushi (1641 Nagle Pl) and dine on fine Vietnamese fare at Xom (1424 11th Ave). Don’t miss the signature Lao burger at Taurus Ox (903 19th Ave E) or the delectable Indian street food at Spice Waala (340 15th Ave E).

Shop

You’ll find beautiful gifts, art, and clothing produced by both Japanese and local artisans at Kobo Shop and Gallery (814 E Roy St), while industrial-chic Glasswing Shop (1525 Melrose Ave) carries urbane threads from brands like Evan Kinori and Stutterheim, along with contemporary planters and tableware. Late Night Vintage Market (517 E Pike St) stocks bygone treasures and retro-cool fashion; and Elliott Bay Book Company (1521 10th Ave) is one of the country’s most beloved independent booksellers.