Spending time in Capitol Hill? Get to know this Seattle neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mexican restaurant to a bike service and gear shop.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Capitol Hill, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. D' La Santa
First up is steakhouse and Mexican spot D' La Santa, situated at 2359 10th Ave. East (between Lynn and Miller streets). With 4.5 stars out of 197 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The eclectic menu features appetizers, sides, desserts and entrees. Take a look at notable choices like the nopal dish — grilled cactus topped with melted cheese covered with your choice of meat. Or dig into the La Papazota, a baked potato filled with asadero cheese and topped with your choice of meat, sour cream and bacon. (The full menu can be seen here.)
2. Cactus Restaurant
New Mexican spot Cactus Restaurant is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 4220 E. Madison St. (between East 42nd Avenue and Howe Street), four stars out of 478 reviews.
Featuring brunch, lunch and dinner menus, this small chain features appetizers like quesadillas, nachos, tacos and flautas, as well as larger entrees like the grilled fajitas and seafood enchiladas. Thirsty? Order its signature classic margarita or the ginny sage cocktail with tangerine and lime.
Check out the website here for a full line of offerings.
3. Montlake Bicycle Shop
Montlake Bicycle Shop, a bike shop that offers bike rentals and bike maintenance, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 113 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2223 24th Ave. East to see for yourself.
Bring your broken bike down to Montlake to have it repaired or serviced; and while you're in the building, browse the myriad of bicycle accessories, parts, wheels, clothing and racks.
In the market for a new bike altogether? This place has you covered. The full range of gear and services can be seen on the business' website.
4. Hanok
And then there's Hanok, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 52 reviews. Stop by 4021 E. Madison St. (between East 41st Avenue and East McGilvra Boulevard) to hit up the Korean and Asian fusion spot next time you're in the neighborhood.
Expect starters like edamame, chicken wings and seaweed salad, alongside entrees like bibimbap, bulgogi, spicy chicken, pork katsu, udon noodles and more. Thirsty? Grab a beer, juice or hot tea. (Take a look at the menu.)
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