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Grab lunch (+ a bottle of natural wine for later) in North Beacon Hill

Here's your plan for a cozy afternoon at an all-day cafe in North Beacon Hill. Enjoy lunch and natural wine at Fable

Cozy afternoon at an all-day cafe

Enjoy lunch and a variety of drinks at Fable All Day, an all-day cafe in North Beacon Hill that becomes more sophisticated in the evening.

Lunch and Drinks

✅ Before you go
• Fable is an all-day cafe but switches to table service and gets a little fancier around 4pm. If you want to cowork here, I recommend arriving before then!
• There’s plenty of 2-hour street parking nearby 

💪 Pro tips
• My favorite things on the menu are the breakfast sandwiches and the frittata, but everything I’ve had here has been delicious (and all the pastries are made in-house)
• They have an impressive natural wine selection as well as craft beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic choices like Ghia and Parch. The staff are very knowledgeable and can help point you in the right direction if you get overwhelmed! I like that you can order half glasses of wine here so you can more easily try multiple things
• If you feel like taking a stroll afterward, Jefferson Park is only a 4-minute walk away. The loop around the park is 0.7 miles long and you get stunning views of the Seattle skyline and waterfront 

Get lunch + warming drinks at Fable

Here's one way to spend a rainy afternoon in Seattle head to fable an

all day cafe and natural wine bar in North Beacon Hill during the day.

It's perfect for co-working or reading a book.

But at night they break out the candles and switch to table service,

check out the natural wine while, while you wait for your order.

but each bottle has a little description card to help

you make a decision based on what you like.

They also have plenty of non alcoholic drinks. If you're not feeling wine.

the breakfast sandwiches are my favorite here.

But this time we tried the fable dog with crunchy pickled veggies and of course,

You could spend the whole afternoon in this cozy spot.

But if you're feeling brave or the weather is nice,

you can walk to nearby Jefferson Park afterward.

Sign up for a blacksmithing class with Lawless Forge to live out your medieval smithing dreams by forging a knife from a horseshoe!

Here's your plan for enjoying a meal, then forging a knife at a blacksmithing class

Become a blacksmith & forge a knife! 🔪

Stop by Ghostfish Brewing Company in Seattle's Industrial District for a relaxed bite before your blacksmithing adventure.

Brewery Dining

✅ Before you go
• Parking was really easy to find at Ghostfish, and it wasn’t too busy when we arrived on a Friday afternoon.

Stop by Ghostfish Brewing for a bite to eat 🌮

Forge a knife from a horseshoe at Lawless Forge in Seattle, embracing a unique blacksmithing experience.

Blacksmithing Class

✅ Before you go
• There are two Washington locations for Lawless Forge, so, pick the one that’s closest to you (SoDo in Seattle or Marysville) before you sign up for your class.
• You can view all their locations and class options at: www.lawlessforge.com. The horseshoe knife making class we did was $90/person, and was well worth every penny!

💪 Pro tips
• Make sure you wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty! Forging isn’t a clean activity, and your hands and clothing WILL get messy! 

Head to Lawless Forge for your blacksmithing class! 🗡️

Come with me to be a blacksmith for a day

as we forge knives from horseshoes with Lawless Forge.

we'll stop by Ghostfish Brewing just a short drive from the forge for a bite to eat.

You can either grab a seat inside or outside if the weather is nice enough.

You'll don your protective gear and admire all the anvils.

Pick the anvil you want to work at and listen carefully as Ben,

your blacksmithing instructor, takes you step by step through the process

of turning half a horseshoe into a full-fledged, completely usable knife.

Every time your hammer makes contact with your horseshoe,

you'll feel more and more like you've stepped back into the

medieval times to craft a sword for your next quest.

This was hands down one of the coolest crafting activities I've ever done.

So, grab a friend, or a date, and become a blacksmith for a day.

Head to Reuben’s Brews in Ballard for an afternoon sipping beer on the outdoor patio before grabbing a sweet treat from Sweet Alchemy.

Here's your plan for relaxing with beer at Reuben's Brews, then enjoying ice cream at Sweet Alchemy

🍻 Brews and bites in Ballard 🥨

Visit Reuben's Brews in Ballard to relax with a range of beers, seltzers, and ciders on the outdoor patio, complemented by tasty treats from their food truck.

Beer Tasting

✅ Before you go
• Reuben’s has multiple locations around Seattle, but their Ballard location is definitely my favorite! 
• Be sure to come hungry because their pretzels food they serve from their built-in food truck is well worth it! 

💪 Pro tips
• Even if you aren’t a big beer drinker, they have hard seltzers and ciders that you can enjoy. While typical beers aren’t usually my go-to, their Gose sour beer was amazing 🤩 

Grab your friends and head to Reuben’s Brews for an afternoon sipping beer!

After enjoying Reuben’s Brews, stroll to Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery in Ballard for a delightful scoop of their unique or vegan ice cream flavors in a waffle cup.

Ice Cream Treat

✅ Before you go
• You can always drive to Sweet Alchemy, but, why not walk off the delicious food you just had at Reuben’s at earn your ice cream? 😉

💪 Pro tips
• There are several vegan options that were absolutely delicious 🤤  my boyfriend and I both got the Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Chip, but I also indulged in a rich half scoop of chocolate decadence (aka the Darkside).
• P.S.- You read that right! I was able to get two half scoops of different flavors in my waffle cup!

Take a short walk over to Sweet Alchemy for some ice cream 🍨 

There's nothing quite like a sunny day sipping beer on

an outdoor patio followed by a little ice cream treat.

This is your nudge plan for the perfect chill afternoon in Ballard.

Head to Reuben’s Brews where you'll get a flight of all their best brews.

They definitely have something for everyone.

Don't forget to order a bite that you'll pick up at the food truck.

Their Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich is the perfect meal to fill you up,

because their pretzels are also worth ordering.

take a walk over to Sweet Alchemy for a waffle bowl of some unique ice cream flavors.

Head to West Seattle for a sip and paint date night thanks to Stir Up the Paint. Whether you’re a little artistic or not at all, their step-by-step guidance will help you create a masterpiece!

Here's your plan for a fun sip and paint night in West Seattle, creating art together

🍷 Sip & Paint Date Night 🎨

Explore various art options and secure your spot for a Sip & Paint night via Stir Up the Paint in Seattle.

Sip & Paint

✅ Before you go
• Stir Up the Paint offers a wide variety of dates and times (and locations!) for you to choose from, so head to their website to find the painting that inspires you and snag your tickets: https://wa.stirupthepaint.com.

💪 Pro tips
• There are several options for an afternoon or night of painting fun, so be sure to keep an eye on the descriptions to ensure you’re picking an event that matches your vibe. 
• The Sip & Paint night that we went to cost $55/person and included up to two glasses of wine. Other events might be hosted at pubs and don’t include alcohol in the ticket. 

Pick the art you want to recreate & grab your tickets!

Head to Alki Arts in West Seattle for a creative sip & paint night. Wear casual attire and enjoy easy parking and nearby shops.

Painting Class

✅ Before you go
• Make sure you wear an outfit you don’t mind getting a little paint on! 
• Have fun and enjoy the process as you learn to craft your masterpiece!

💪 Pro tips
• Parking at Alki Arts was incredibly easy. If we had arrived with more time, it would have been great to walk around the block because it looked like there were a few cute shops to explore!

Head to Alki Arts in West Seattle & let’s get painting! 🎨👩‍🎨

but this sip and paint night with Stir Up the Paint made me feel

like, maybe just maybe, I might have an artistic bone in my body.

So head to Alki Arts in West Seattle with me to become an artist for the night.

Alki Arts was an incredible venue filled with beautiful,

inspiring artwork from true professionals that had me in awe.

We took a look at the painting we were going to attempt to create,

then grabbed a glass of wine before class started.

It was incredible just how quickly every brush stroke filled the canvas and

began to transform a blank slate into a surprisingly passable piece of artwork.

was encouraging and helped each of us feel empowered

and confident as we worked through the details

to create our Lighthouse at Sunset masterpieces.

Sip your way through five iconic bars and speakeasies in a historic Seattle neighborhood. 

Here's your plan for exploring Belltown's cocktail bars, starting at the State Hotel. Enjoy

🍸Explore Belltown’s best cocktail bars 🍸

Start your exploration of Belltown's cocktail scene at the State Hotel by meeting your guide.

Cocktail Bar Tour

✅ Before you go
• Attempting to park downtown can be atrocious, I recommend taking the Seattle Link — the State Hotel is less than a 10 minute walk from the Westlake station. 
• Learn more about the tour and book your ticket here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/savor-seattle-tours/items/616675/calendar/2025/04/?full-items=yes&back=https://www.savorseattletours.com/&gclid=CjwKCAjwzMi_BhACEiwAX4YZUMM17PZ8bBDV9IPGX55g8hteLv4vPrywolA9v-Wcfpo6aw4DZfo9IRoCSHIQAvD_BwE&g4=yes


💪 Pro tips
• Wear comfortable shoes as there is a bit of walking involved. 
• I met so many great, kind people on my tour! I encourage you to say hello and make friends :) 
• I recommend getting to the State Hotel about 15 minutes early so you can get settled in and use the restroom, if needed! (I recommend using the restroom beforehand since you only get a set amount of time to enjoy your drink at each bar).
• You probably passed a ton of restaurants on your tour — consider getting dinner at one of them! My friend and I decided to split pasta at Limoncello and it was delicious! 

Meet your tour guide at the State Hotel

If you're looking for a unique way to explore Belltown,

you should definitely take this cocktail tour.

Savor Seattle's Craft Cocktail & Mocktail Tour starts at the State Hotel.

It lasts anywhere between 2 to 2.5 hours,

your guide will bring you to 5 different bars or speakeasies through Belltown.

At each spot you'll get about a half drink pour,

I was so excited to see that they offered mocktails.

And just because I don't want to spoil the tour for you,

I won't tell you everywhere our tour guide, Judson, took us.

So Judson is an absolutely insane storyteller,

and of course every cocktail has a story.

After breaking down the concept behind the drink as well as the ingredients,

Even though I've been in Seattle for about 5 years at this point,

Not only was I introduced to new places that

I'm so excited to bring my friends back to,

but I also learned a lot about Seattle's fascinating history.

It was also just fun being able to explore Belltown because

for some reason I don't go down there that often.

This was such a great way to spend my afternoon

and I love being a tourist in my own city.