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Explore the 4 top spots in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood

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Published on March 23, 2020
Explore the 4 top spots in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhoodTacos Chukis | Photo: Sara B./Yelp

Spending time in Capitol Hill? Get to know this Seattle neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a coffee shop to an Italian restaurant. 

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. Analog Coffee

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Topping the list is cafe Analog Coffee. Located at 235 Summit Ave. East (between John and Thomas streets), it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 171 reviews on Yelp.

Open since 2011, the coffee shop, which was featured in New York Times and Conde Nast Traveller, offers espresso drinks, cold brew and drip coffee, alongside an assortment of baked goods. 

2. Rione Xiii

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Next up is Italian spot Rione XIII, which offers pizza and more, situated at 401 15th Ave. East (between Republican and Harrison streets). With four stars out of 343 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

The menu features warm herb focaccia, chicken liver mouse bruschetta and fried risotto with beef, pork ragu and housemade mozzarella. Wood-fired pizzas and a variety of pasta are also on offer.  

3. Starbucks Reserve Roastery

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Coffee roastery Starbucks Reserve Roastery, which offers coffee, tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1124 Pike St. (between Boren and Melrose avenues), 4.5 stars out of 2,932 reviews.

The specialty Starbucks shop serves up rare coffee concoctions, including affogatos and the cardamon long black — ristretto espresso poured over hot water and cardamom syrup. 

Or, stop by the Mixology Bar for coffee and tea-inspired cocktails like the gin matcha, a medley of yuzu juice, gin, coconut milk, matcha and Demerara syrup.

4. Tacos Chukis

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Tacos Chukis, a Mexican spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 1,663 Yelp reviews. Head over to 219 Broadway East (between Olive Way and Thomas Street) to see for yourself. 

Taco fillings include pork, beef, chicken, beans and prickly pear cactus. Other options on the menu include mulitas (meat and cheese between two tortillas), quesadillas and tortas.


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