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Bar Guide & Event Schedule
THE PREMIER L G B T Q + BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY Vol. 10
SEATTLE
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LGBTQ+ Seattle
Seattle is a lively urban city surrounded by incredible natural beauty. Located in Puget Sound, in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is surrounded by water, mountains and evergreen forests, encompassing thousands of acres of parkland (hence its nickname, “Emerald City”).
The city is home to a thriving tech industry and is home to the Headquarters of both Microsoft and Amazon.
Seattle is an area that has grown increasingly popular over the last two decades. In addition to its reputation as the espresso cart capital of the world, Seattle also has a dining scene that features acclaimed local chefs and internationally recognized cuisine.
The city is extremely multicultural and is influenced by the Pacific Rim in art and architecture. The city offers residents a pace of life that can be either relaxed or fast paced and entrepreneurial. The futuristic Space Needle, a legacy of the 1962 World’s Fair, is its most recognizable landmark.
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ABOUT
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Americana Restaurant
Cozy American bistro with comfort food.
219 Broadway E, Seattle, WA
Bar Cotto
Modern, hip destination serving classic pasta, cured meats & wood-fired pizzas.
1546 15th Ave, Seattle, WA
Biang Biang Noodles
Trendy, industrial-style Chinese noodle house.
601 E Pike St Unit 100, Seattle, WA
Bizzarro Italian Cafe
Lively, long-running Italian eatery serving trattoria fare.
1307 North 46th St, Seattle, WA
Caffe Ladro
Coffee beans sourced directly from farms. 2205 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar
Farm-to-table Pacific NW food in a modern space.
18525 36th Ave S, Seattle, WA
Espresso Vivace
Popular stand-up coffee bar.
532 Broadway Ave, Seattle, WA
Flying Squirrel Pizza Co.
Local pizzeria chain serving clever combos with organic ingredients.
5701 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA
Geraldine’s Counter Restaurant
Bustling all-day American diner known for serving hearty comfort food.
4872 S Rainier Ave, Seattle, WA
Julia’s on Broadway
The restaurant hosts the drag show Le Faux.
300 Broadway E, Seattle, WA
Lola
Greek-influenced cuisine with local Seattle ingredients.
2000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
Mala & Satay
Sleek restaurant dishing up Vietnamese curries, pho & banh mi.
224 Fairview Ave N, Seattle, WA
Poquitos
Upscale spot serves Mexican classics & margaritas.
1000 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar
High-end seafood restaurant & raw bar serving small, large & shared plates. 205 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Tamarind Tree
Popular spot for inventive Vietnamese cuisine & cocktails.
1036 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA
Taqueria Cantina
Modern spot for tacos, Mexican platters & cocktails.
2630 1st Ave, Seattle, WA
Taurus Ox
Petite neighborhood eatery featuring traditional Laotian stews & sausages. 903 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA
Terra Plata
Window-lined & stylish eatery features a menu of locally sourced dishes. 1501 Melrose Ave, Seattle, WA
The Pink Door
Italian restaurant with burlesque shows & trapeze entertainment. 1919 Post Alley, Seattle, WA
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This year’s theme “SAMBA” featuring Brazilian-born, local favorite Eduardo Mendonça and Show Brazil!’s host talented musicians and dancers. Special guests to celebrate the biggest Carnaval in the Pacific Northwest include VamoLá and DJ Irineu. For more info visit: bit.ly/3HL3cL1
FEB 18-19
MEWE FAIR + GEM SHOW
Enjoy 50 Readers, Healers and Vendors + 20 Talks at our MeWe Metaphysics & Wellness Fair + Gem Show for Energizing Body Mind Heart & Soul in Bellevue! Everyone is welcome! For more info visit: bit.ly/3RvWZqI
FEB 23-26
WINTERGRASS 2023
Wintergrass is a four-day, family-friendly bluegrass and acoustic music festival, with concerts and dances at 4 different stages. There are also music education programs for kids and adults, workshops, impromptu jams, and a chance to see and hear some great music.
MAR 2-5
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL : CORTEO
Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3WWZnb4
APRIL
APR 7-9
SAKURA-CON
Presented by the Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association, Sakura-Con is the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest. Please join us for Sakura-Con where all of the excellent programming you’ve come to expect will be back in abundance. Anime theaters, gaming,
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
gifted to Seattle by Prime Minister Takeo Miki on behalf of the Japanese government in commemoration of the nation’s bicentennial.
For more info visit: cherryblossomfest.org
MAY
MAY 13
SPIRIT OF AFRICA
Spirit of Africa is a celebration of the music, dance, and culture of Africa. The festival bring high quality musicians, dancers, and other artists to the festival to showcase the richness, diversity, and joyfulness of African music and dance. Yet, it also strives to educate the community about African culture and the importance of music and dance both today and throughout history. Spirit of Africa is a yearly, one-day event held at Seattle Center.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3Yglpqf
MAY 20-21
SEATTLE MINERAL MARKET
JUN 25
SEATTLE PRIDE PARADE
In our 49th year of celebration, the Seattle Pride® Parade is our opportunity to commemorate the past, celebrate new wins for equality, and get encouragement for the work yet to come. And quite frankly – it’s a hell of a lot of fun. Starts at 4th & Pike and ends at 2nd Ave & Denny Way. For more info visit: seattlepride.org/seattle-pride-month
JULY
JUL 27-30
SEATTLE ART FAIR
Seattle Art Fair, a one-of-a-kind showcase for the vibrant arts community of the Pacific Northwest, and a leading destination for the best in modern and contemporary art, returns to the Lumen Field Event Center for its seventh edition in July 2023. Working alongside Beneficiary Partner Seattle Art Museum, Artistic Director Nato Thompson, and the fair’s dedicated Host Committee,
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BAR GUIDE
CC’s Seattle
Laid-back local gay bar serving pub food & cocktails.
1701 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA
Changes Bar & Grill
Vibrant, inviting, gay-friendly pub with homey decor.
2103 N 45th St, Seattle, WA
Crescent Lounge
Compact LGBTQ+ nightspot featuring karaoke nights.
1413 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA
Diesel
“Fueling Seattle’s Bear Scene”
1413 14th Ave, Seattle, WA
Kremwerk
Dance club with DJs, stand-up comedy & burlesque shows.
1809 Minor Ave #10, Seattle, WA
Pony
A 1930s-era gas station now houses this gay bar.
1221 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
Queer/Bar
Live entertainment at a hip gay venue
1518 11th Ave, Seattle, WA
Seattle Eagle
Classic gay leather bar with theme nights. 314 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
The BottleNeck Lounge
Wine, beer, cocktails & unique bar snacks.
2328 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
The Cuff Complex
Gay entertainment multiplex with 3 bars, dance club & patio.
1533 13th Ave, Seattle, WA
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center
One of 13 original Black Panther-founded health care clinics still operating today.
2101 E Yesler Way # 150, Seattle, WA
Center for Sex Positive Culture
A bold attempt to create an environment that was accommodating to sex positive communities and transformative in all areas of human sexuality. thecspc.org
Downtown Public Health Center Services include medical care when you are sick, care for on-going problems and chronic diseases, check-ups, screenings and vaccination against disease.
2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
Equal Rights Washington
Ensuring dignity, safety, and equality for all LGBTQ+ Washingtonians. equalrightswashington.org
111 WHarrison St #100, Seattle, WA
Gay City: Seattle’s LGBTQ Center
The definitive hub for LGBTQ individuals seeking affirming and responsive resources, wellness, and community.
400 E Pine St #100, Seattle, WA
GLSEN Washington State
Provides training and resources to students, educators and community partners to make Washington schools more inclusive for all. glsenwashington.org
1605 12th Ave #35, Seattle, WA
Lambert House
A leading organization in the Northwest for queer youth. lamberthouse.org
1818 15th Ave, Seattle, WA
LGBTQ Allyship
We organize for social and economic justice. allyship.org
3518 S Edmunds St, Seattle, WA
Liberation United Church of Christ
Radically inclusive church for LGBTQ+ community.
832 32nd Ave, Seattle, WA
The Greater Seattle Business Association
Washington state’s LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, and the largest in North America.
400 E Pine St #322, Seattle, WA
Three Dollar Bill Cinema
Elevating the spectrum of Queer Stories. 517 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
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20 BUSINESS DIRECTORY ARCHITECTS Dimensions Architecture Studio........... 7 BATHROOM REMODELING TubCove ........................................... 10-11 CLEANING Superior Housekeeping Service LLC ............................................ 15 CONVENTION CENTER Lynnwood Event Center ........................ 5 EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER KidsCentre Inc ......................................... 5 FLOORING Floor & Decor .......................................... 3 HOTEL Marshall Suites Hotel ........................... 15 HOUSEKEEPING Superior Housekeeping NON PROFIT Red Cross ........................ Back Inside Cover ORGANIZATION SERVICES Bee Organized Seattle........................... 7 PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS GLP Attorneys ....................................... 13 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Lori Gill & Associates - Windermere Property Management .. Front Inside Cover PSYCHIC Bill ChamplinPsychic Love & Career Readings .......... 7 REAL ESTATE Re/Max Metro Eastside ......................... 9 TILE Floor & Decor .......................................... 3 TREE SERVICES
