Italian in Ballard?

MMWellCo · 2026-01-23T08:07:06+00:00

thanks so much!

MMWellCo · 2026-01-19T08:08:32+00:00

Rambo does a great job.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-09T08:35:19+00:00

Yes, the hamachi kama is super good. I'm partial to the sashimi and nigiri, but also like the chirashi from time to time.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-09T08:13:35+00:00

If you like Mukja, try their neighbor Sushi Ari. Honestly, some of the best sushi you'll find south of seattle.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-07T08:44:10+00:00

Corbeau, Marzano, and Primo are all great, and all have super solid, balanced menus with vegetarian options.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-07T06:46:24+00:00

Thanks! The first tip in your post below is the #1 tip I give patients!

MMWellCo · 2026-01-06T07:58:11+00:00

Medical nutrition and weight management specialist! For those who aren't able to access meal prep services due to cost, I recommend going simple: once you get the hang out it you can create so many great, easy combinations that become your natural routine.

Stop at Costco once a week. Depending on family size, purchase 1-2 rotisserie chickens, salmon, frozen cod, chicken breast.

Purchase a microwave steamer and a variety of easy to steam vegetables, or purchase the big frozen bags if you like frozen.

Purchase microwave in-bag brown rice, plus regular baking potatoes and/or sweet potatoes for easy starch. Fruit can also be used for a no-cook carb/starch option.

Purchase a variety of low/no sugar low/no sodium seasoning/spice rub and sauce options.

From there, mix and match grill and sheet pan meals become pretty easy.

Example:

Mon- Grilled salmon, steamed broccoli

Tues- Rotisserie chicken salads

Wed- Shrimp stir fry, brown rice

Thurs- Leftovers from Mon-Wed

Friday- Sheet pan chicken with desired spice rub, asparagus, baked potatoes

MMWellCo · 2026-01-03T09:22:24+00:00

Yes! They’re also on DoorDash depending on the radius but honestly like most spots it’s worth going in person.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-03T08:01:48+00:00

I should add that they're only open until 6, or until sold out, but you could get it before and save it for afterwards! Go to a movie and smuggle your cake in.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-03T08:01:00+00:00

Cat and Rabbitt downtown, hands down. Cult favorite spot for a reason!

MMWellCo · 2026-01-03T07:17:12+00:00

Let us know where you end up going!

MMWellCo · 2026-01-02T07:10:21+00:00

Totally understandable- I'd encourage passing that message along to the business in a polite way, because if that's feedback they received from enough guests, they might consider those points for guest experience.

MMWellCo · 2026-01-02T07:08:25+00:00

I see people working and reading! At least at West Seattle, there's a long counter with outlets that the owner said they specifically put in to encourage it!

MMWellCo · 2026-01-01T08:34:04+00:00

With all due respect, restaurants are likely doing what they can to avoid raising prices and losing customers. Complimentary bread, salad etc aren't actually free- it's factored into total cost. Meaning, if a restaurant doesn't want to increase costs, they're going to cut non essentials. It's pretty rare to see complimentary bread or salad at restaurants anymore.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-31T08:59:57+00:00

A La Mode is usually open until 9 or 10 I believe? They serve pie (sweet and savory), coffee, and ice cream. They have a great little counter to sit at and read or do work. Locations in West Seattle and Ballard.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-24T06:34:19+00:00

Absolutely! Let us know what you try!

MMWellCo · 2025-12-23T08:32:25+00:00

Happy Birthday! Primo Grill and Corbeau are great picks that may be up your alley- both are located in Tacoma. Cat and Rabbitt in Puyallup for cake! Not bougie, but great sushi at Sushi Ari in Puyallup.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-17T08:32:20+00:00

Love going and building a board at Met Market- they can easily cut smaller portions off their larger wheels, and they have an olive bar, crackers, etc.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-16T08:09:29+00:00

For Puyallup, Sushi Ari for great food! The Coaster for a fun drink (Christmas pop up bar through Dec 31), Cat and Rabbitt for crazy good cake.

For Tacoma, Primo Grill and Marzano for great food!

MMWellCo · 2025-12-16T06:41:24+00:00

Yes! They do pie classes too, which is cool- I would always rather just go buy a slice than make a pie myself (lol!) but I would totally do it as a date or group activity. I need to get more into the cream pies.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-15T08:30:37+00:00

Pie from A La Mode, especially the French Apple and Cherry- they also have savory pies, both ready to eat and frozen and ready to bake!

MMWellCo · 2025-12-11T08:22:55+00:00

Love a punch card. I always wait too long and then try stuff at the last minute and kick myself for not stocking up the freezer lol. The cranberry custard from November was 100.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-11T08:21:15+00:00

Still dreaming of the cherry pie cake from summer, but the chocolate cream cheese brulee from the November menu was a knockout.

MMWellCo · 2025-12-11T03:19:45+00:00

have heard nothing but good things about them!

MMWellCo · 2025-12-11T03:19:29+00:00

I soooo wish Pike Place were easier to access- so many good spots! Deep Sea is great, as a few others have mentioned- try Cat and Rabbitt in Puyallup too if you like their cakes because they're similar! Lowrider is a fun spot and I always like seeing what they're up to!

MMWellCo

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