Restaurant News – Wallyhood Edition

Here is a small list of restaurant changes in our hood. I snapped this picture of Bar Charlie in the newly finished Bowman Building. It's not open yet, but it has a Facebook page. The Brooks Building will be getting a new tenant in the retail space that faces N 35th Street. I saw an application for a liquor license from the Heavy Restaurant Group posted outside. They operate Purple among other restaurants. Yoroshiku, a favorite of mine when it comes to ramen,…

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27 Years of Changes

Wallingford's only gay bar Changes celebrated its 27th year. Opened in 1989 on North 45th Street and still under the same ownership, Changes embodies all that you love about old Wallingford while at the same time being very new. I spoke with owner Floyd Isaac recently and I found his opinion on just about everything to be quite laid back. While many of us are worried about all the changes to the neighborhood, Floyd takes everything in stride. Here are the results of…

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Drinking at the movies

The Guild 45 theater has an application for a liquor license posted. Drinking while watching a movie has been the norm in Europe for years, but it's a relatively new thing here in the states. Seattle has its own share of cinemas that serve beer. I popped my head in to the Guild 45 to ask for more details. Employee Dylan said that the notice has been up for a while and they were just exploring the option of serving alcohol.…

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St. Patrick’s Day in Wally’ohood

Since St. Patrick's Day falls on a weekend this year, lots of places will start their festivities today (Friday) through Sunday. Just remember to grab some sleep in between and maybe a shower or two. Looking for something to do? Here are a couple of suggestions: Murphy's Irish Pub (1928 N. 45th St.) Friday, March 15th - 9PM: Celebration starts Saturday, March 16th - 9PM: Dan Maher performs a master of Irish ballads Sunday, March 17th - 10AM: Doors open -…

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‘Rain N Men’

Women of Wallingford, (or "WoW", for short), here's an event just for you: Coming THIS Saturday (February 9th) from 6:00-9:00pm Babette's Events will Present the Third Annual RAIN N MEN Auction at The Seamonster Lounge (2202 N. 45th St.). $35.00 gets you ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI, Happy Hour Drink Specials till 10:00pm, DJ Woogie D and Thirteen Bachelors being auctioned off with date packages. Money raised Saturday will benefit the creation of the Third Annual Goddess Festival taking place Saturday…

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Murphy’s 31st Anniversary

Wallyhood sponsor Murphy's Irish Pub (1928 North 45th Street) is celebrating 31-derful years as a neighborhood pub and tomorrow night, everyone is welcome to come and partake in the festivities. All night long, customers get 31% off pitchers of Guinness, Manny's, Mac & Jack. Rolling Rock, and Diamond Knot IPA. So stop in, raise a pint, and enjoy Murphy's outdoor garden in the back, which is in full bloom.  

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St. Paddy’s Day in Wallingford

Whether it’s green libations, Corned Beef and Cabbage, or a good ol’ fashioned sugar rush you’re wantin’, here’s a couple of ideas for celebratin’ St. Patrick’s Day this Saturday—all within stumbling distance from your home: Murphy’s (1928 N. 45th St.)  "We are going to have a blast on St Patricks Day. Seattle's first St Patrick's Party. We open the doors at 10AM, and have a full line up of musicians 'til close. The loud and energetic Seattle Firefighters and Pipe band will…

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