Green Lake
Green Lake is a popular Seattle neighborhood located five miles north of downtown and is close to the University and Ballard neighborhoods. Locals come to Green Lake to use the 2.8-mile walking and jogging trail and other park amenities as well as nearby restaurants (scroll below or read our recent blog) and coffee shops. Green Lake Park is also adjacent to the Woodland Park Zoo.
Activities
Green Lake Park is a beloved park with a trail for walking, biking, or skating around the lake.
Park Zoo saves animals and their habitats through conservation leadership and engaging experiences, inspiring people to learn, care and act.
Green Lake Pitch n’ Putt is a seasonal, nine-hole golf course that is great for beginners and junior golfers.
Located at the Green Lake Bathhouse, the Seattle Public Theatre offers a season of plays, summer youth drama camp and school touring.
Great Hall at Green Lake Event Center
Built in a 1921 renovated building, the Great Hall at Green Lake houses an event venue, professional offices and an after-school program.
Visitors can take advantage of the stunning Green Lake scenery by visiting Ride Bicycles, a shop with rental bikes and equipment run by professional bike enthusiasts.
Greenlake Boathouse rents and sells stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, water boats, row boats, and sailboats.
Restaurants
Popular, locally-owned Greenlake neighborhood restaurants within walking distance
Duke’s Chowder House Green Lake
Duke’s Chowder House uses only sustainable seafood in its menu, which includes its famous, award-winning chowder.
7850 Green Lake Dr, 206-522-4908
Urban Bakery offers fresh baked goods, soups and sandwiches, along with an espresso bar.
7850 E Green Lake Dr N, 206-524-7951
Layers Green Lake
Creative sandwiches, salads, and baked goods made from scratch and from seasonal ingredients. Formerly known as Layers food truck, this stylish new restaurant is very popular and often sells out.
7900 E Green Lake Dr N #107, 206-327-9482
Nell's Restaurant offeres inventive, European-inspired seasonal dishes, plus a large wine list and a five-course fixed-price menu option. Cozy and quiet, it is the only true fine dining option in the neighborhood.
6804 E Green Lake Way N, 206-524-4044
Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant has a family-friendly cantina setting serving Mexican standards and freshly made tortillas. A special favorite of Greenlake Guest House owners.
7210 Woodlawn Ave NE, 206-523-3031
Noi serves authentic, beautifully presented Thai dishes and quality cocktails in a unique and airy setting. A cut above your typical Thai restaurant!
7900 E Green Lake Dr N, 206-537-3777
Reasonably priced spot serving creative burgers and pub-style comfort food in a historic space with tall ceilings. Good lunch and happy hour specials. Outdoor patio offers views of the lake.
7200 E Green Lake Dr N, 206-729-6179
Retreat
Stylish, airy space with patio and lake views. Healthy and light menu of toasts, sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. Wine and espresso drinks too.
6900 E Green Lake Way N, 206-527-0572
Mykonos Greek Grill serves gyros and Greek entrees in a simple setting, reasonably priced. Especially great for takeout!
310 NE 72nd St, 206-523-8929
Serves pub-style food in a family friendly, all-ages location. Bright and airy with lake and park views. Over-the top decorating at Christmas with fun, holiday-themed cocktails and menus.
7110 E Green Lake Dr N, 206-420-7452
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