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Dining & Drinks
Columbia City is the hub of Southeast Seattle’s diverse gastronomic experience. Within a short walk of Seattle’s new Link Light Rail, ”Restaurant Row” has become a popular stop for people on the way to a game or show in downtown Seattle. This charming area offers dozens of dining options in just four city blocks.
Choose from any of the fabulous options below:
Awash Ethiopian
808 South Edmunds Street
723-1971
Banadir Halal Cuisine
5212 Rainier Avenue South
726-6001
Columbia City Ale House
4914 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 723-5123
http://www.seattlealehouses.com
Quality, consistency, cleanliness and service with no microwave ovens, heat lamps, or deep fryers. Only fresh food and fresh ales to your table every day. Nancy Leson of the Seattle Times says, “Every neighborhood should be so lucky!” Stop in and find out why.
Columbia City Bakery
4865 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 723-6023
http://www.columbiacitybakery.com
At the Columbia city Bakery, you are challenged to make tough decisions... everything is so tantalizing. “Should I have the crispy fruit scone, the buttery pistachio snail, just-out-of-the-oven quiche, or all three?” Evan also runs an excellent wholesale business as part of the bakery, which has been highlighted in the New York Times as a “must-see place to visit in Seattle.”
El Sombrero
4868 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 725-1418
When you walk in the door Maria and her nephew David will transport you south of the border. El Sombrero, popular with families, is colorful and lively, serving all your favorites. Don’t overlook their fun tequila bar serving a mean margarita and Maria’s special sangria.
Empire Espresso
3829-A South Edmunds Street
623-0511
How does Empire Espresso maintain such energy in their slim, brick-walled hot spot on South Edmunds Street? Passion... passion for coffee, community and soccer. Kudos also for their panini, waffles, beer and wine selection and outdoor courtyard.
Geraldine’s Counter
4870 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 723-2080
http://www.geraldinescounter.com
Every neighborhood hopes to have one... a breakfast hot spot. In Columbia city, it’s Geraldine’s Counter. Folks waiting for a table are from all over the city and enjoy chatting over hot coffee on the sidewalk outside. Breakfast is served all day, complementing the excellent lunch and dinner menus.
Island Soul Restaurant
4869 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 329-1202
http://www.islandsoulrestaurant.net
Come experience a taste of the islands, where the food is cooked fresh daily offering gluten-free and vegan choices and the BEST Jerk around!
La Medusa
4857 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 723-2192
http://www.lamedusarestaurant.com
Using a combination of Sicilian imports, organic produce and artisanal products whenever possible, La medusa’s dishes nourish the soul. The menus change often to reflect seasonality in the Northwest and the Sicilian tradition. Every night La Medusa is open, the goal is for every guest to leave happier than when they arrived.
Lottie’s Lounge
(206) 725-0519
Lottie's Lounge, Columbia City's neighborhood bar, is a classy dive renowned for damn fine cocktails and damn fine food. This is a favorite place to unwind after work and all the way 'til 2 a.m.
Pho Rainier
723-1508
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill
(206) 722-0301
Join us for... good eats, full bar including local micro brews, contemporary design, over 10 flat screens, kickin' atmosphere, good service, and a great game all in the comfort of your very own neighborhood sports bar.
Solom Grocery & Deli
353-7532
Starbucks Coffee
721-8871
Subway
725-7777
The Bourbon Lounge in Columbia City Theater
4916 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 420-7285
http://www.columbiacitytheater.com
CB Shamah and Robert Hillman share a passion for live music. So they opened Columbia City Theater, a historic, intimate venue where you'll see everything from indie rock to hip hop to Latin jazz booked by talent buyer Kevin Sur. The venue also hosts a state-of-the-art recording studio manned by legendary sound engineer Gary Mula. And if you're thirsty, belly up to the cozy on-site bar, The
Time Warp Cafe
722-8606
Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria
4918 Rainier Avenue South
(206) 721-3501
Tutta Bella is the Northwest’s first certified authentic Neapolitan pizzeria with its original restaurant located in historic Columbia City. Stop by for authentic wood-fired pizzas, calzones, antipasti, signature salads, house made desserts along with Italian cocktails, beers, wines and espresso. We invite you to experience our neighborhood hospitality, spirit of community and love. Tutta Bella – fall in love again.