Capitol Hill

Fashion File: Ollie Quinn opens first US location in Capitol Hill

Independent global eyewear brand opens flagship boutique.

Ollie Quinn opened in late July with a modern 1000-square-foot space in Capitol Hill on East Pike. As an independent company, Ollie Quinn is able to keep prices fair – while still using the best quality materials – by designing all frames in-house and only selling via its own eyewear boutiques. In order to make the process easy and transparent, this starts with offering one price point of $125 USD across all frames, including single-vision prescription lenses.

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Quinn’s is the Best Gastropub in Seattle

Quinn’s Pub has been the go-to place for classy comfort food before restaurants called themselves “gastropubs”. They’ve been consistently making really damn tasty food for years. On weekend nights, there are 20- and 30-somethings getting a bite before a show or hitting the bars as well as savoring a sit-down dinner. Located on the corner of the Pike and 10th, it’s a vibrant and bustling spot. It’s hip and casual. Weeknights and happy hour are more laid back if that’s more your scene. 

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Restaurant Radar: Ian’s Pizza in Capitol Hill

Madison’s quintessential pizza is now available on the hill.

Ian’s Pizza on the Hill opened last fall and offers pizza by the slice, whole pies, delivery, and beer and wine. Located in Zpizza’s old location on Broadway, this smaller chain or “pizza collective” from Madison, Wisconsin is taking familiar ingredients—not commonly used as toppings—and creating new and delicious pizzas. They also offer gluten-free and vegan options.

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Do Good: Lost Lake Cares Will Donate 10% of Sales to Strong Against Cancer on March 15th

Lost Lake Cafe offers diner fare 24 hours a day. Unlike most other diners, the food is good whether it’s 2:00 am after a night out or at 10:00 am in the morning. Whether you’re looking for a hot turkey sandwich drenched in gravy or an eggs benedict, you can be a part of a great cause on Tuesday, March 15th. As part of their Lost Lake Cares program, Lost Lake Café and Lounge will donate 10% of all menu sales on Tuesday, March 15th to Seattle University’s Dance Marathon’s efforts to raise money for Seattle Children’s Uncompensated Care Fund.  

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Capitol Hill Block Party July 22-24 Lineup Announced and 3-Day Passes on Sale

It’s the 20th anniversary of Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP), which is scheduled for July 22-24 this summer. Today, the first wave of confirmed performers were announced, which include Scottish indie-pop band CHVRCHES, experimental electro-pop group Crystal Castles, and local electronic duo ODESZA. You know it’s summer when the streets in the heart of Capitol Hill are blocked off and flooded by Seattleites. Good vibes, good music, and good weather are what makes CHBP an event to catch every year. 

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Ernest Loves Agnes Hosts First Kid’s Pizza Workshop February 21

Capitol Hill’s Charming New Ernest Loves Agnes is turning kids into pizza chefs!

Pizza-loving kids will have a chance to learn the craft this month at the first of a series of Kid’s Pizza Workshops held at Ernest Loves Agnes. On February 21st, kids will enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with a lesson in pizza-making Chef Mac Jarvis, who will share some pizza-makers tricks of the trade. Kids will then have a chance to see parts of the kitchen, take part in pizza related activities and create, top, cook and enjoy their own creations. 

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Brew Barons: Rumba Anniversary Party is today

Celebrating CoRumbus Day with a new cocktail menu and Jim’s Jerk Shack.

Seattle’s rum bar, Rumba, has now graced our fair streets for three whole years! In order to celebrate and thank their patrons, they are having a party today! There will also be specials on drinks including some of their famous cocktails and the largest selection of rum in the city (20% off rums)! Party starts at 5:00 pm and the jerk will go until it runs out. If you like rum, come on by! No tickets or reservations required. Check out the rum of the month Brugal Siglo de Oro while you’re there.

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