Somebody puts colorful animal murals up here a few times a year. Nice addition to this stretch of trail, until they inevitably get painted over by the city.
This shop is popular for its wide ranging flavors that add an “exotic Chinese twist.” Ranked #6 in the Huffington Post’s Best Ice Cream in NY list. #icecreamshop Photo: CICF
Food trucks have started using this parking lot behind Lenin. I've seen tacos, doughnuts and grilled cheese. I hope they're doing good business so they'll stick around!
The Fremont Troll gets my vote for best piece of public art in Seattle. It's a hit with adults and kids -- and you gotta love the real VW bug the troll is clutching!
As Seattle's sky turns purple, most of the Walk Score team rushes to the window with their cameras, to take a shot of our glorious office view. This one is mine.
Counterbalance is my favorite bike shop in Seattle. Their mechanics are wizards who make your bike ride like butter. Plus they love to talk about bikes and carry the best city commuting bikes.
Vivace makes amazing coffee. Sometimes it gets so busy on the weekends that they turn off wifi, so that students don't take up too many tables for too long; but it's a great place to hang out and enjoy a caffeinated beverage.
