Crab cakes and Roussanne – that’s what Ravish does!

Eastlake is full of “neighborhood joints.” From the Zoo Tavern’s billiards and live music to Serafina’s Sunday brunches and cooking classes to the new addition of Little Water Cantina and their mint-flourishing star-gazer patio, the restaurants are cozy and familiar, the bartenders remember names and life seems a little bit slower on this side of the lake. 

Cruising for a bruising? Head to Remedy Teas, a hip Capitol Hill haunt offering more than 140 varieties.

The Buzz: Pistachio-hued walls, exposed brick, and a soothing soundtrack give the teahouse a modern, sophisticated vibe. Move over, matcha. Tea-se yourself with everything from botanical blends to  Darjeeling Oolong, all located in numbered canisters behind the counter.