Seattle: According to Rand

Drew Frey: I've been told you've got to try the Blasted Broccoli

Eater: Polished Venetian-style small plates are memorable in both flavor and presentation. Sit at the bar to watch the kitchen team, and the shiny red meat slicer, at work. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Drew Frey: Ask the bartenders about the history of the place.

Nathan Makan: Big, cheap, epic Italian sandwiches. $3 halfs and $6 wholes.

elizabeth Scott: Very cool atmosphere, delicious food! If you can find it, enjoy!

Drew Frey: All things pork. Do it.

The Seattle Times: The city's premier speakeasy-style cocktail lounge and worst-kept secret. It's located upstairs through the bank-vault door. Pick up the rotary phone to get buzzed in. Read more.

Thrillist: The sweetest drinks are from the craft cocktail list, including the 1888 Blend (cinnamon/orange-infused brandy, Cointreau & Metaxa). Down a few and order up the Rabbit w/ Serrano ham & a sage jus. Read more.

Alex Garcia: get the peppermint chocolate cupcake it's the best :)

Jason Grover: Best coffee I've ever had the pleasure of enjoying, great bean selection as well, all roasted on site.

The Seattle Times: Full bar, plenty of beer, and a walk-up window open from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays (the better to ward-off your hangover says Nancy Leson). Read more.

Doniree Walker: Super tacky place, which is what makes it so often. Happy hour is the best, $4 drafts and $3.50 burgers. Mac and cheese is ooey-gooey awesomeness. Also, great looking shot list. See: unicorn tears.

The Seattle Times: Ocho tapas bar, known for tempting diners with anchovy bites, also offers a heavenly deviled egg. One man's happy hour is another man's brunch. Happy hour 4-6 on weekdays, noon-6 on weekends Read more.