THE PREMIER LGBTQ+ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
SEATTLE Vol. 11
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
04 ABOUT GUIDE 06 RESTAURANT SCHEDULE 08 EVENTS GUIDE 16 BAR ORGS & ATTRACTIONS 18 LGBTQ+ DIRECTORY 20 BUSINESS
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ABOUT 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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RESTAURANT GUI DE Americana Restaurant Cozy American bistro with comfort food. 219 Broadway E, Seattle, WA
Lola Greek-influenced cuisine with local Seattle ingredients. 2000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
Bar Cotto Modern, hip destination serving classic pasta, cured meats & wood-fired pizzas. 1546 15th Ave, Seattle, WA
Poquitos Upscale spot serves Mexican classics & margaritas. 1000 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
Biang Biang Noodles Trendy, industrial-style Chinese noodle house. 601 E Pike St Unit 100, Seattle, WA
Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar High-end seafood restaurant & raw bar serving small, large & shared plates. 205 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Bizzarro Italian Cafe Lively, long-running Italian eatery serving trattoria fare. 1307 North 46th St, Seattle, WA
Tamarind Tree Popular spot for inventive Vietnamese cuisine & cocktails. 1036 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA
Caffe Ladro Coffee beans sourced directly from farms. 2205 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
Taqueria Cantina Modern spot for tacos, Mexican platters & cocktails. 2630 1st Ave, Seattle, WA
Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar Farm-to-table Pacific NW food in a modern space. 18525 36th Ave S, Seattle, WA
Taurus Ox Petite neighborhood eatery featuring traditional Laotian stews & sausages. 903 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA
Espresso Vivace Popular stand-up coffee bar. 532 Broadway Ave, Seattle, WA
Terra Plata Window-lined & stylish eatery features a menu of locally sourced dishes. 1501 Melrose Ave, Seattle, WA
Flying Squirrel Pizza Co. Local pizzeria chain serving clever combos with organic ingredients. 5701 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA
The Pink Door Italian restaurant with burlesque shows & trapeze entertainment. 1919 Post Alley, 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
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE NOVEMBER
JANUARY
SHORT RUN COMIX & ARTS FESTIVAL
ORCACON
NOV 4
JAN 5-7
We are a cozy inclusive tabletop games convention with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We highlight marginalized voices in tabletop games, including people of color, the LGBTQ+ community & people with disabilities. We strive to create a welcome and inclusive environment for new and seasoned players. Join us for a weekend of your favorite board games, card games, role playing games, miniatures games, and more! For more info visit: orcacon.org
Short Run focuses on the medium of comics as a coalescence of art and literature. We highlight artists from the Pacific Northwest and around the world who make alternative comix and self-published, small press, handmade books of all kinds. For more info visit: shortrun.org
NOV 7-8
THE NORTHWEST CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Welcome to the best gathering of artisan chocolate makers in the world. Be prepared to delight your senses with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, inclusion bars, decadent desserts, truffles, bonbons, and caramels – all made by hand with the finest ingredients. Get your taste buds ready for a weekend of pure bliss. For more info visit: nwchocolate.com
JAN 21 - 22
NOV 18
FEBRUARY
HANDMADE GIFT SHOW
This event is hosted each summer and winter, connecting vendors to shops in the PNW. It’s a great place to restock your shelves after a busy holiday season! Come discover your new favorite vendors! For more info visit: bit.ly/3PMa9yc
GOBBLE UP SEATTLE
FEB 22-25
Come discover the best craft food makers in the Pacific Northwest at Urban Craft Uprising’s premier food show! Located at Magnuson Park Hangar 30. For more info visit: gobbleupnorthwest.com
WINTERGRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL
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. For more info visit: wintergrass.com
DECEMBER DEC 9-10
RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR
Renegade Seattle returns for a festive marketplace on December 9 + 10 at Hangar 30 @ Magnuson Park. For more info visit: renegadecraft.com/fair/seattle-winter
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EVENTS SCH E D ULE APRIL
FEB 22-25
SEATTLE HOME SHOW
APR 12-15
The Seattle Home Show is the Northwest’s largest consumer home show with everything for the home, indoors and out – at two annual shows in downtown Seattle at Lumen Field Event Center. The Spring and Fall shows present hundreds of exhibits including builders, remodelers, the latest appliances and fixtures, decorating, landscaping…everything from floor to ceiling and beyond. Attendees also enjoy special features including seminars and wine tasting. For more info visit: seattlehomeshow.com
SEATTLE CHERRY BLOSSOM & JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of Japan through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods and games including Taiko drumming and artisan demonstrations. The Festival was founded 40 years ago in appreciation of 1,000 cherry trees 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
MARCH
APR 24-30
MAR 3-9
ROMEO AND JULIET
SEATTLE COCKTAIL WEEK
Conflict is brewing in the streets of Verona as a new generation ages into a war they have no stake in–yet. Young Capulets and Montagues have spent their whole lives being taught to hate one another, but when Romeo and Juliet meet, all they see is their love and what they’re willing to sacrifice to be together. Desire, parental expectations, and a drive for independence pressure these lovers to make choices that could change the fate of their whole community. Artistic Director George Mount guides this production of Romeo and Juliet that will leave you questioning what you thought you knew about one of the most famous love stories ever told. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/hcpheaek
A week-long celebration of the Emerald City’s cocktail scene. The city’s best bars and the world’s greatest liquor brands will come together to highlight all of the amazing cocktail concoctions available in Seattle. For more info visit: seattlecocktailweek.com
MAR 29-31
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, cosplay, cultural panels, dances, concerts, art contests, AMV’s, industry guests, over 100,000 square feet of exhibits hall, guests of honor, and more! For more info visit: sakuracon.org
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BAR GU ID E CC’s Seattle Laid-back local gay bar serving pub food & cocktails. 1701 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA
Pony A 1930s-era gas station now houses this gay bar. 1221 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
Changes Bar & Grill Vibrant, inviting, gay-friendly pub with homey decor. 2103 N 45th 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
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
The BottleNeck Lounge Wine, beer, cocktails & unique bar snacks. 2328 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
Kremwerk Dance club with DJs, stand-up comedy & burlesque shows. 1809 Minor Ave #10, Seattle, WA
The Cuff Complex Gay entertainment multiplex with 3 bars, dance club & patio. 1533 13th Ave, Seattle, WA
Madison Pub Relaxed, gay-friendly bar offering beer & cocktails. 1315 E Madison St, Seattle, WA
Unicorn Corn dogs meet cocktails at this carnival-themed bar. 1118 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
Neighbours Nightclub Seattle’s longest standing LGBTQ+ and Mixed dance club. 1509 Broadway, Seattle, WA
Wildrose One of the oldest lesbian bars on the West Coast. 1021 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
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LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center One of 13 original Black Pantherfounded health care clinics still operating today. 2101 E Yesler Way # 150, Seattle, WA
Lambert House A leading organization in the Northwest for queer youth. lamberthouse.org 1818 15th Ave, 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
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
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
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
Equal Rights Washington Ensuring and promoting dignity, safety, and equality for all LGBTQ+ Washingtonians. 111 W Harrison St #100, Seattle, WA
Three Dollar Bill Cinema Elevating the spectrum of Queer Stories. 400 E Pine St, 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
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY AFRICAN SAFARI TOURS Globetrotters Safari................................. 9
LANDSCAPING Shellscapes............................................. 17
BAGPIPE LESSONS Shine a Light on Bagpipe Entertainment.......................................... 9
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Shine a Light on Bagpipe Entertainment.......................................... 9
CANDY Bon Bon Candies..................................... 5
NON PROFIT Red Cross............................................3, 19
CLEANING Superior Housekeeping Service LLC.... 7
PRIVATE TOURS Red Lantern Journeys.............. Back Cover
EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER KidsCentre Inc.......................................... 7
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT WPM NW Inc................... Front Inside Cover
EVENT MUSIC Shine a Light on Bagpipe Entertainment.......................................... 9
ROOFING CONTRACTOR Alpine Roof Care Inc............................... 1 TILE Floor & Decor......................................... 13
EVENT VENUE Lynnwood Event Center......................... 5 FLOORING Floor & Decor......................................... 13
TRAVEL Globetrotters Safari................................. 9 Red Lantern Journeys.............. Back Cover
GIFTS Bon Bon Candies..................................... 5
TREE SERVICES Big Trees Inc............................................. 5
HOUSEKEEPING Superior Housekeeping Service LLC.... 7
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