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Scenic Views & Local Chews. Washington Never Misses 🌲

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Ayan Gambarova

I travel to Washington often, and this state is full of hidden gems from amazing food spots and stunning nature views to its overall beauty. Here are some of my favorite places so far!

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Nature’s Best Kept Secrets

All things food

This spot is like a more budget-friendly version of Din Tai Fung. Their cucumber salad, Caesar salad, and soup dumplings are absolutely delicious!

Dough Zone

Located in the famous Pike Place Market, is a must visit bakery serving up authentic Russian cuisine. They specialize in piroshkies. Flaky, hand-held pastries filled with a variety of sweet or savory ingredients. My personal favorite is the salmon pi...

Piroshky Piroshky

This place serves American food and has some of the tastiest sandwiches I’ve ever had

520 Bar & Grill

Every time I visit, there’s always a long line and for good reason. This spot has the best mac and cheese in Seattle, and their clam chowder is pretty great too!

Beecher's Handmade Cheese

The fish is incredibly fresh, with top quality dishes at a fair price. The sushi and pumpkin fried rice truly steal the spotlight.

Ginza

This is my favorite ice cream spot!! Tons of flavor choices, toppings, and options to pick from. Always so delicious.

Molly Moon's Ice Cream - Seattle

This is a solid late night burger spot with a simple yet tasty menu and they whip them up super fast, too.

Dick's Drive-In

charming café offering expertly brewed coffee alongside a tempting selection of in house baked sweets and savory food options. Their creamy matcha and warm flatbreads are personal favorites, making it the perfect spot to fuel your day or enjoy a cozy...

Mercurys Coffee Co.

This spot is amazing and super affordable their duck is hands down the best I’ve ever had.

Hong Kong Bistro

This place is bomb. It’s affordable and portions are great. Best part it’s 21+. They have an amazing happy hour where most food is $7-$8. We got a little bit of everything & the favs were the watermelon salad, prawns and corn on the cob.

Matador Redmond

One of my favorite breakfast spots in Seattle! The food never disappoints. You have to try the Lola sides. I went with the sweet red pepper one. For my main, I had the Washington chicken, and it was packed with flavor

Lola

I keep coming back here for the pasta. It’s that good. My top picks are the almond pesto and the salmon pasta. It’s definitely on the pricier side, but totally worth it

Von's 1000Spirits - Woodinville

Nature’s Best Kept Secrets

This charming German style town is especially magical during Christmas! It’s filled with cozy restaurants, cute shops, scenic views and you can even go tubing while you’re here

Leavenworth Washington

This park is a stunning spot to visit if you’re looking for an amazing view of the city

Kerry Park

I love coming here to swim and tan. There’s a T-shaped dock that’s perfect for jumping off, everyone does it!

David E. Brink Park