r/AskSeattle

My mom is visiting Seattle for the first time in late July and it happens to be on her 50th birthday weekend!

I just moved here a couple month ago so I haven’t had a chance to explore a ton. Any ideas of places to take her to spoil her?

It will be her first time traveling out of her home state in years, and she’s been busy raising two little ones and handling a farm, so I want to really treat her.

She doesn’t drink so no cocktail bars, wine tastings, etc.

I booked a dinner for the Pink Door since I saw dinner reservations are already being scooped up months out. Anywhere else I should plan on?

Spa days, fancy brunches, anything special 💝

We just tried Park N Jet for the first time a few weeks ago. We parked at the Lot 1 facility, which only offers valet parking. We had to wait for nearly 30 min for them to get our car after arriving on the shuttle bus (lots of people already waiting ahead of us). I noticed Lot 2 offers self parking as an option. We're going on another trip soon and considering trying self parking at Lot 2 to skip similar long waits for valet to get car. Any cons with using self parking? Any risk of showing up and there aren't any self parking spaces left?

Hey all! My family and I are moving to the Seattle area and have been exploring different parts. We're currently on Bainbridge Island and we really love it here - specifically the density (almost rural but not quite) and the vegetation (not *just* pines but still lots of them).

But obviously the price is a problem.

Open to anywhere within two hours of Seattle. We work remotely.

My question is where can we find similar density and vegetation but be more affordable? Bonus points if it's the type of place we can zoom around on go karts and have neighbors be cool about it.

Edit: removed go kart bit because people were over-indexing on that unnecessary bit. Also added remote work.

Hi everyone! I’m relocating to the Seattle-Bellevue area for work and would love some community advice on where to live. I’m single and in my early 30s, with most of my friends based in Bellevue. I’ll be in the office three days a week in South Lake Union, so the commute is a real consideration. I’ve seen previous posts suggesting the Bellevue-to-Seattle drive can take at least an hour ,does that still hold true? I’m especially curious whether the newly opened cross-lake light rail has meaningfully changed things. Any firsthand experiences with that commute would be greatly appreciated!

Hi Guys,
What are some good options to spend Memorial Day weekend, preferably within a 3–4 hour drive?

I’m considering places like San Juan Islands, Leavenworth, and Portland, but would love to hear about any other fun, nature-friendly getaway ideas for a stay!

I'm homeless and trying to find a motel for the month for my wife and I for below 1200 dollars.

I'm curious if anyone has any recommendations for a psychic reading or psychic medium in the Seattle or greater King county area. It's something I've always wanted to experience, but recognize how easily this practice can attract con artists. It would be great to meet with someone who others can offer some form of validity towards their gifts. I'm not as interested in tarot readings for the here and now, I'm specifically interested in potentially connecting with dead loved ones or future premonitions. Past postings in this thread didn't gain much traction, perhaps this one won't either, but what's it hurt to try, right?

I am looking for a nice hotel in or around Seattle with a Jacuzzi tub that fits two people.

Please help 😅

Today at REI, after a very lovely conversation (and me crying over a breakup), the kind worker suggested I join the REI run club on Sundays to meet people and spend more time outside. I recently bought a bike because I’m trying to get outside more beyond just walking and paddle boarding.
My issue is… I do not love running. I love walking of any kind, though. Is this club actually walker-friendly? He said it was, but I’m nervous I’ll show up Sunday and immediately get left in the dust by runners. OR is there maybe a weekend walking club instead? Do I need to create one? (Please say no. I’m so introverted)

Trying to spend my dwindling dining-out dollars a little more carefully.

Would also love to know about places that seem like they are farm-to-table but are actually serving trucked-in slop.

EDIT: Apparently I was misinformed about the nature of what constitutes an "all Sysco" restaurant. I wouldn't want to exclude places that get their ingredients from a Sysco type operation but still cook from scratch.

Hello lovely Seattlites! I'm looking to buy a house in the next year or so, and I'd love to start looking into buying some local art. I like so many different kinds, but I'd love to buy local and original art. If you create wall art or know of someone who does, please share links below!

Hi! I need a paper parasol by Friday, but the one I had ordered online broke and the replacement won't arrive in time. Does anyone know where I can purchase one in person? I've checked party stores, but no luck! Thank you!

I have a friend who’s pregnant and I had this cute idea to get her the Wheedle in the Needle books and plush Wheedle. Only problem is I can’t find the toy! I swear they used to sell them all over and now I can’t find them. Anyone know where I might be able to find one other than eBay? Was hoping maybe a local shop was still selling them.

Edit: thank you everyone! Got some good spots to check out!

I’m planning a quick trip for fun this Friday. Are there any good bars or places to go that aren’t too touristy? I’d love to hear your recommendations! Also, are there any places where I can see the bioluminescent? Or speakeasy bars?? Also trying to meet decent people while I’m there so any good recommendations is welcome!!

Hi! I recently asked for advice regarding our 8 night summer vacation this June for our family of 4 and you guys were so thoughtful and generous with your advice, I thought I would ask a few more questions, TIA!

We've decided to stay our first 4 nights in Ballard, I thought from here we could do all things city as well as some whale watching and maybe an afternoon trip to the Snoqualmie falls if we run out of city things to do.

For our final 4 nights we'd like to be immersed in nature a little bit. My kids are 8 and 11 and we live in Florida so I want them to experience the trees and stars and light hiking etc. I'm just not sure which way to go ... should we do Mt Rainier or go north to the San Juan Islands? Or east to whatever is out that way? Or do a couple of the above? Thanks for your help I really have no idea!

(Would love a cute downtown area if possible)

I live in a house with other tenants (all of our names are on the lease). Our lease will expire at the end of July. We have indicated to the landlord that two tenants will be moving out at that time, and we will be replacing them with new tenants starting in August.

Over email, the landlord has indicated that instead of a lease extension, we will need to sign a new lease to remove the current tenants and add 2 new ones. He has stated that our rent will go up by 4%. We pay rent on the first of each month, and received notice this month. If were renewing, I know that we could point the landlord to laws stating that 180 day notice is required, so the increase could not take effect until 12/1.

Is a new lease in the case of a bit of tenant shuffling standard, or should we be offered an extension instead? Is the landlord allowed to raise the rent by 4% starting Aug 1 if we sign a new lease, given that we just received notice and it would not be within the 180 day timeline? E.g. does a new lease (instead of extending the current one) waive that right to 180 day notice?

A 4% increase isn't so bad, and we generally have a good relationship with our landlord. I don't want to jeopardize that but if it's clear that the proposed increase isn't compliant, I'm comfortable voicing that and ensuring that our tenant rights are upheld.

not sure if this is the right subreddit to ask but I'm planning on moving to Seattle soon from orange county, ca I'm driving but i want to split the drive to 2 days. is there any recommendations on what city/hotel is safe to stay over night at with a car full of stuff?

Hi! I am looking for a haircut place that is judgment free/supportive. Women’s haircuts specifically. I have trichotillomania (hair pulling) and also some depression that has led to me, not getting a haircut in a while. I have quite a bit of dead ends and odd layers, and would like to get a proper haircut instead of just letting my friends go to town. Does anyone have any recommendations for places in the North Seattle area? Also willing to go into Snohomish County.

thanks

So i went to see Northgate, i was kinda excited to see "one of the earliest shopping malls" and... yeah..

But Southgate is pretty amazing (i havent checked out the bowling alley yet any opinions?), ive heard Alderwood is like time traveling back into the 90s, Westlake is kinda small, and then theres that one downtown thats three stories tall and has basically no stores? But anyway point being whats the **Best** mall in Seattle or the surrounding area?

Have a Seattle trip planned. Will have part of a Thursday, all day Friday, and most of Saturday to explore. Our Friday is mostly covered with a trip to Woodinville and a Mariners game, but looking for ideas for our other days. Was thinking Bainbride Island could be fun or maybe a ride on the Great Wheel? Any fun food options?