Itching to explore the freshest new spots in Ballard? From a consignment shop to an acai bowl spot, read on for a list of the newest destinations to land in this Seattle neighborhood.
Editor Consignment
6706 15th Ave. NW
Editor Consignment is a women's consignment clothing boutique operated by Emily Schikora, a writer and curator who came to Seattle by way of Alaska. She's the "editor" in the name, organizing a selection of "contemporary recycled fashion, locally made jewelry and ceramics, and a rotating selection of essays and prose ... that celebrates the feminine experience."
Editor Consignment's current Yelp rating of five stars out of three reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Laura M., who reviewed Editor Consignment on June 6, wrote, "What a gem tucked away in Ballard. Beautiful shop, well lit and organized. Really enjoyed our shopping experience there. My daughter and I both found items that were perfect for us, and at a great price."
Jessica V. noted, "Super cute consignment shop with great customer service! I just got my new favorite cardigan there! Highly recommend!"
Editor Consignment is open from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. on Wednesday-Saturday and 11 a.m.–6 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.)
Trailbend Taproom
1118 N.W. 50th St.
The latest addition to Ballard's booming beer district, Trailbend Taproom offers 42 taps of primarily local beers and ciders, with a few from more distant locales. Try the house brew, Stoup Brewing's Trailbend IPA, or sample something unusual like Ten Pin's Snake Eye stout. Wine, kombucha, ginger beer and a rotating cocktail (currently a negroni) are also on draft.
On the menu, you'll find pizzas like the Palisade (pizza sauce, fresh mozzarella, zucchini, red onion, chevre, oregano), sandwiches like a meatball sub and a big selection of salads. There's a kid's menu for young visitors, and housemade gelato for everyone for dessert.
Trailbend Taproom's current Yelp rating of four stars out of 24 reviews indicates the newcomer is finding its way, but it's still early days.
Yelper Ashley N., who reviewed Trailbend Taproom on May 5, wrote, "Came here during their soft opening and really enjoyed the beer selection. Returned about a month later and was even more impressed."
Yelper Kelsey B. wrote, "Damn, Trailbend, you are one beautiful restaurant. Located near a bunch of the other breweries and beer halls in Ballard, Trailbend really stands out because of its beautiful decor, great tap list, and delicious pizza!"
Trailbend Taproom is open from 3 p.m.–midnight on Monday-Thursday, noon–1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and noon–midnight on Sunday.
Verve Bowls
1764 N.W. 56th St.
Verve Bowls is a spot to score juice, smoothies and acai bowls.
Started by two brothers aiming to bring Brazilian flavors to the Pacific Northwest, this new spot's menu includes a variety of açai bowls (made with antioxidant-packed açaí palm fruit), pitaya (dragonfruit) bowls, smoothies and toasts.
With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out of 62 reviews on Yelp, Verve Bowls has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Mary Clare L., who reviewed it on June 6, wrote, "I'm a huge pitaya fan and I was very happy to see they had more than one option! The service was very quick, and you can see everything being made, which is also fun. The fruits were so juicy."
Melissa S. noted, "I'm in love with Good Morning Sunshine açaí bowl with the addition of fresh kiwi on top. Their services rage from açaí bowl, pitaya bowls, smoothies to toasts. The ingredients are fresh."
Verve Bowls is open from 8 a.m.–8 p.m. daily.
C3-Shop
4917 14th Ave. NW
C3-Shop is the home base for a trio of brands: Capita, a maker of snowboards; Coal Headwear, which specializes in everything from beanies to balaclavas; and Union Bindings, a maker of snowboard bindings and related goods. At this combined flagship store, shoppers can test out a demo fleet of boards and bindings, or get their existing Capita and Union products tuned and waxed.
In addition to products from the three brands, C3-Shop offers Capita and Union soft goods, Dakine gloves, Smith goggles, 32 boots, Crab Grab and One Ball Jay products.
C3-Shop's current rating of five stars out of two reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Fabian A., who reviewed C3-Shop on March 3, wrote, "Capita. Union. Coal. Do any of these cross your mind and speak to you? No? Get out of here. Yes? Well do yourself a favor and take a peek — they did such a good job at building this shop."
David L. noted, "I've been loyal to Capita for years and it's awesome to see C3 open a retail snowboard shop. I'm always looking for Coal beanies at other shops and never could find certain models to try on."
C3-Shop is open from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. on Wednesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.)
