Best Nightlife in Snohomish

"Ballard’s roots are as a Scandinavian fishing community and those roots shine through at The Walrus and the Carpenter – a clever name for a place that specializes in super fresh oysters. The menu also features non-oyster seafood, ranging from salmon to sardines, and changes daily to showcase the freshest seafood the restaurant can get. The restaurant itself is cute and cozy… and popular."

"When you’re ready for dinner, retrace your steps to Ballard Avenue and wait in line for the city’s best oyster bar at the superb The Walrus and the Carpenter. Bars in Ballard are among the city’s best, so take a tipple at Noble Fir or King’s Hardware, and drink as the anglers once did on these very streets."

"website | neighborhood: Ballard | 4743 Ballard Ave NW | best for: oysters and small plates. This Chef Renee Erickson spot is one of my top 3 favorite restaurants in North Seattle. Lucky for this article, it also just so happens to be a fish restaurant!"

"You can paddle your kayak or drive your boat straight to Westward’s dock and then relax in one of the Adirondack chairs lining the coast overlooking Lake Union and wait for the waiter to bring you a glass of wine while you try to decide whether to go for the salmon gravlax tartine or the wood-fired striped mullet. While Westward’s dining room is lovely, with large windows and tasteful nautical décor, their outdoor patio is so wonderful that it is usually packed – the view is that spectacular. There is an atmosphere of a celebration, with colorful umbrellas during the day and distant sparkling city lights at night."

"Restaurants North Broadway. Overlooking Seattle’s Lake Union, Westward shows off all the goodies that the Pacific Northwest has to offer in every single dish. The venue also happens to be a fantastic destination for a romantic evening, during which lovers can gaze at the sunset from one of the adirondack chairs overlooking the lake."

"Set on the northern shore of Lake Union—a body of water the size of Monaco—this rustic-chic, nautical-themed restaurant offers dazzling views of the Space Needle and downtown skyline. Its menu blends Mediterranean flavors with local bounty: Expect..."

"It’s easy to say the charm of this serene Eastlake dining room is all about Taichi Kitamura, the genial presence behind the sushi bar. But that would do a disservice to his carefully sourced seasonal seafood, not to mention composed plates, like rich black cod glazed in miso or chawanmushi layered with crabmeat. In matters of sushi, Kitamura knows when to simply showcase pristine fish and when to introduce a little flair—or jalapeño."

"I called and was told outdoor seating was first come first serve. We arrived 15 min later and was told that they actually couldn't sit us outside be..."

"Another great option for those looking for a unique and fun night out, The Icebox features arcade games, pinball, and an outdoor beer garden. The outdoor aspect makes it a great venue for those concerned about indoor events and social distancing as well."

"Aslan Brewing is a brewpub in Seattle making organic beers using locally sourced goods and sustainable practices. With classic bar food such as BBQs, Sandwiches and Burgers and Beers ranging from lagers, ales and ciders, Aslan Brewing also has a taproom at the heart of the Fremont neighborhood with more than ten beers on tap. The place is kid-friendly and can be the perfect family weekend lunch/dinner spot!"

"Green LakeYou can’t go wrong with Tsui Sushi Bar’s happy hour, which features a number of its most popular rolls and sets at a much lower cost than usual. The chic spot also has several beers on tap, along with a great selection of sake and inspired cocktails."

"For healthy eating with a Peruvian twist, Pink Salt is an ideal establishment. Located in the cozy Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, Pink Salt is owned and operated by Peruvian born restaurateurs who specialize in their national flavors. For years, Peruvian food and drink has been regarded as having the best food in all of South America, blending a wide variety of cultures, including Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, and African dishes."

"Expat-approved Peruvian fare like lomo saltado, ceviche, and pollo a la brasa (and a kids menu). Order online for takeout or third-party delivery."

"The music venue and neighborhood spot puts on a virtual supper club, a streaming variety show filled with burlesque, cabaret, and musical performances featuring artists Lily Verlaine and Isobella Bloom. The $65 event comes with a three-course meal curated to match the Valentine’s Day mood (think chocolate, rose petals, and wine). Order for pick up on Feb 13."

"Card Kingdom has everything a board or card game enthusiast could ask for — including an attached gaming cafe, where you can take a game for a spin before buying. The large, nicely lit store has rooms dedicated to role-playing..."

"Aptly named, Bizzarro Italian Café is a lively, long-running Italian trattoria-style eatery serving casual Italian fare in a stylish, eclectically decorated space. Opened in 1986 by chef and visual artist David Nast, the alternative Wallingford Ristorante has been serving loyal customers and serious food people for more than 20 years and continues to remain a stalwart in the Seattle dining scene. Boasting red brick walls, ceiling-suspended furniture, and gilt-framed artworks, the engaging restaurant offers delectable Italian cuisine made with the finest ingredients ranging from gnocchi in pork sugo di maiale and pappardelle pasta in an effusive elk Bolognese to a hefty lamb shank served in a fig-based demi-glace on top of a polenta cake and braised kale."

"A quirky Italian restaurant in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, Bizzarro Italian Café’s interior decoration includes all sorts of curiosities hanging from the ceiling, from bicycles to window panes, and of course a variety of swanky chandeliers. They serve a seasonal menu of mouthwatering dishes, like ‘Drunken Clams’ with local Manilla clams covered in spicy tomatoes with prosciutto, basil, shallots, and ouzo, and ‘Puttanesca’ with fresh, house-made linguini tossed in a spicy sauce of nicoise olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, and local Mama Lil’s goat horn peppers, all blended with marinara sauce."

"This quirky, yet ageless Wallingford establishment (now with a White Center location) embraces weirdness in its decor, which seems like a cross between a messy antique store and the backstage of an old timey carnival. The eye-catching aesthetics shouldn’t distract from classics like the elk bolognese with handmade pappardelle noodles, long a fan favorite."

"This izakaya in Wallingford is a perfect place for a group to enjoy drinks and share small plates. Dishes include stone-grilled enoki mushrooms, grilled mackerel, grilled tuna collar, a variety of yakitori, fried chicken cartilage, kushikatsu (fried tonkatsu on a stick), and even French fries with wasabi mayonnaise. And, per Japanese custom, to fill the stomach at the end of the meal, diners should order delicious miso-glazed grilled onigiri (rice balls)."

"Issian is lively, fun Izakaya, pub style Japanese restaurant offering everything for everybody. Izakaya style is popular in Japan for its good food at affordable price, and has become popular in the United States last decade or so. So bring a group of friends and try something new!"

"Green LakeYou can’t go wrong with Tsui Sushi Bar’s happy hour, which features a number of its most popular rolls and sets at a much lower cost than usual. The chic spot also has several beers on tap, along with a great selection of sake and inspired cocktails."