2012 Travel Guide

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contentstacoma explore p4 dining p9 lodging p13 annual events p13 map p15

olympia explore p16 dining p21 lodging p23 annual events p23 map p26

puyallup&sumner explore p28 lodging p31 annual events p31 dining p33 map p34

cover photo courtesy of the museum of glass

back cover photo courtesy of the puyallup fair

the teamrobin lucas | publisher erin morgan | calendar editorcynthia tanis | editing manager leah grout | writertessa gilbertson | art director janae colombini | writersarah valadez | web editor mary morgan | writercheri johnson | event sales tammy robacker | writermelissa hardin | event sales

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites2500 136th Ave Court E / Sumner, WA 98390

Phone: 253-299-0205 / Fax: 253-863-0293www.hiexpress.com/sumnerwa

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There is much to do and see in the South Puget Sound area. Endless beauty, variety, and ease of life are Washington hallmarks. The Puget Sound region abounds in city centers, miles of spectacular hiking trails, world-class hotels, cozy lodges and dining galore. Whether you are a regular visitor or brand new to the region, this book will show you how to get the most from your trip. We “flesh out” the best places to play, eat, and sleep during your stay. Whether you’re here for culture or the outdoors, romance or a family vacation, this guide will reveal tips to help you discover the best the South Puget Sound has to offer.

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Tacoma is known as an entertainment destination. From cultural attractions to outdoor pursuits, the city offers an array of options. Consider dividing your time between culture, shopping and outdoor recreation. Start by learn-ing about local history at the Washington State Histo-ry Museum. Take a stroll across the Chihuly Bridge of Glass to view $12 million worth of ornamental glass in the Seafoam Pavilion and the Venetian Wall. The bridge leads to the Museum of Glass, a world-renowned con-temporary artist hot spot, where the craft of creating works from molten glass happens live.

Taking in the museums builds up the appetite, and you’re in luck! There are several spots to eat right on nearby Pacific Avenue: Indochine Cafe, Pacific Grill and Har-mon Brewery are all local favorites. After lunch, head to the nearby Tacoma Art Museum. Founded in 1935, the museum has a permanent collection of some 3,200 artworks by European, American and Asian artists of the last two centuries.

To observe natural beauty in the heart of the city, visit Wright Park and the 1908 Seymour Botanical Con-servatory, one of only three such Victorian greenhouses on the West Coast. Enjoy 500 species of exotic and fra-grant flowers and foliage and an on-site gift shop. Best ShoppingThere are plenty of noteworthy places to shop within a few blocks of the gardens. More than 100 stores create an eclectic mix of shopping opportunities.

At Bella Balls, you can choose from an extensive se-lection of hand-blown glass balls. These one-of-a-kind pieces create a remarkable story. Pause for a bite at the Hub Restaurant; its sweet potato fries are delicious.

Walk it off at Point Defiance Park where you can hike, beach-comb and meander through over half a dozen spe-cialty gardens. The Japanese, Rose and Rhododendron gardens are a few favorites. You can also tour the Living

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A Night on the TownLooking for performing arts? Outstanding shows are presented at the Broadway Center for the Perform-ing Arts and its affiliates, the Pantages Theater, the Ri-alto and Theatre on the Square. The Broadway Center is proud to provide a vital home to eight local arts or-ganizations which form the core of the performing arts coalition in the south Puget Sound region. Among them are Northwest Sinfonietta, Puget Sound Revels, and the Tacoma City Ballet.

Check out The Art Stop on Broadway or Fulcrum Gal-lery for hand-made art pieces. Wrap up your day by en-joying dinner at one of the several waterfront restaurants that overlook Commencement Bay.

TIP: Light RailThe Link light rail which serves downtown Tacoma covers less than two miles, but after walking for a few hours it’s a fast, free way to get back to your starting point. There are five stops, beginning at the Tacoma Dome and ending by the Theater District. It’s new, clean, and comfortable.

Shopping ListingsBELLA BALLS747 S Fawcett Ave • (253) 627-0183bellaballs.com

PACIFIC NORTHWEST SHOP2702 N Proctor St • (253) 752-2242 pacificnorthwestshop.com OLD HOUSE MERCANTILE CO2717 N Proctor St • (253) 759-8850theoldhousecafe.com


Gallery ListingsFULCRUM GALLERY1308 Martin Luther King Jr Way • (253) 250-0520fulcrumtacoma.com

THE ART STOP940 Broadway • (253) 274-1630artstoptacoma.com

Entertainment ListingsBROADWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS901 Broadway • (253) 591-5890broadwaycenter.org

Parks ListingsPOINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM5400 N Pearl St • (253) 591-5337pdza.orgHours: 9:30am - 4/5/6pm varies seasonallyAdmission fee: $8.25-$14.50

SEYMOUR BOTANICAL CONSERVATORY316 South G St • (253) 591-5330metroparkstacoma.orgHours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 4:30pmAdmission fee: $5 suggested donation

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Midweek at the MuseumsEvery Wednesday, Tacoma Art Museum, Washington State History Museum, and Museum of Glass invite you to enjoy a three-in-one art and history experience in downtown Tacoma’s Museum District. With one ticket, gain access to all three museums! Admission price is adult $22, senior $20, child $18. Plus, enjoy free admission the third Thursday of each month 2pm - 8pm.


Museum ListingsASIA PACIFIC CULTURAL CENTER4851 S Tacoma Way • (253) 383-3900asiapacificculturalcenter.orgAdmission: varies, based on classes and event

FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM5400 N Pearl St • (253) 591-5339fortnisqually.orgHours: varies seasonallyAdmission fee: $4-$6.50

LAKEWOOD HISTORY MUSEUM6211 Mt Tacoma Dr SW, Lakewood • (253) 682-3480lakewoodhistorical.orgHours: Wednesday - Saturday Noon- 4pmClosed Major HolidaysAdmission fee: donations encouraged

MUSEUM OF GLASS1801 Dock St • (253) 284-4750museumofglass.orgHours: Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday Noon-5pmAdmission fee: $5-12, $36 for a family

TACOMA ART MUSEUM1701 Pacific Ave • (253) 272-4258tacomaartmuseum.orgHours: Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pmAdmission fee: $8-10, $25 for a family

WASHINGTON STATE HISTORY MUSEUM1911 Pacific Ave • (253) 272-3500wshs.orgHours: Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pmAdmission fee: $6-8

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July 14, 2012 – January 6, 2013Organized by Tagliapietra Studio

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Open 7 days a week. We ship daily. 253.752.22422702 North Proctor Street, Tacoma, WA 98407We specialize in “Made in the Pacific Northwest” since 1978

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TACOMA—WHERE TO DINECUISINE sandwich ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO 5102 N Pearl St, Ruston, (253) 752-4069 $ •

steak ASADO 2810 6th Ave, (253) 272-7770, asadotacoma.com $$$ • •

mexican CHEVY’S FRESH MEX 3702 S Fife, (253) 472-5800, chevys.com $ • •

seafood C I SHENANIGANS 3017 Ruston Way, (253) 752-8811, cishenanigans.com $$$ • •

fine dining CLIFF HOUSE 6300 Marine View Dr, (253) 927-0400, cliffhouserestaurant.com $$$ • •

seafood DUKE’S CHOWDER HOUSE 3327 Ruston Way, (253) 752-5444, dukeschowderhouse.com $$ • •

steak EL GAUCHO 2119 Pacific Ave, (253) 272-1510, elgaucho.com $$$$ •

italian EUROPA BISTRO 2515 N Proctor, (253) 761-5660, europabistro.net $$ • •

japanese FUJIYA 1125 Court C, (253) 627-5319, fujiyatacoma.com $$ • •

thai GALANGA THAI 1129 Broadway, (253) 272-3393, galangathai.com $$ • •

seafood HARBOR LIGHTS 2761 N Ruston Way, (253) 752-8600, anthonys.com $$ • •

family HARMON BREWING 1938 Pacific Ave S, (253) 383-2739, harmonbrewingco.com $ • •

bistro HUB 203 Tacoma Ave S, (253) 683-4606, hub.harmonbrewingco.com $ • •

thai INDOCHINE 1924 Pacific Ave, (253) 272-8200, indochinedowntown.com $$ • •

seafood JOHNNY’S DOCK 1900 East D St, (253) 627-3186, johnnysdock.com $$ • •

pizza KATIE DOWNS 3211 Ruston Way, (253) 756-0771, katiedowns.com $$ • •

organic MARLENE’S DELI 2951 S 38th St, (253) 472-4080, marlenesmarket-deli.com $ •

mexican MATADOR 721 Pacific Ave, (253) 627-7100, matadorrestaurants.com $$ • •

fine dining MAXWELL’S SPEAKEASY & LOUNGE 454 St Helens Ave, (253) 683-4115, maxwells-tacoma.com $$ • •

fine dining MELTING POT 2121 Pacific Ave, (253) 535-3939, meltingpot.com/tacoma $$$ • •

mexican MOCTEZUMA’S 4102 56th St, (253) 474-5593, moctezumas.com $$ • •

bistro OLD HOUSE CAFE 2717 N Proctor, (253) 759-8850, theoldhousecafe.com $$ • •

italian OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY 1735 Jefferson Ave, (253) 383-2214, osf.com $$ • •

fine dining OVER THE MOON CAFE 709 Opera Alley, (253) 284-3722, overthemooncafe.net $$$ • •

seafood PACIFIC GRILL 1502 Pacific Ave, ( 253) 627-3535, pacificgrilltacoma.com $$ • •

pizza ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA 1920 Jefferson Ave, (253) 272-1221, therockwfp.com $$ • •

fine dining THE SOCIAL BAR & GRILL 1715 Dock St, (253) 301-3835, thesocialbarandgrill.com $ • •

japanese TWOKOI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1552 Commerce St, (253) 274-8999, twokoi.com $$ • •

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Welcome to tacoma!Maxwell’s provides a relaxed fine dining atmosphere with an eclectic seasonal menuFeaturing northwest wineries & breweriesCraFt CoCktailslive MusiC on Fridays

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HARMON BREWERY & EATERY1938 Pacific Ave, Tacoma

(253) 383-2739harmonbrewingco.com

Local Favorite Makes Top Travel Choice

An American restaurateur once said, “It all comes back to the basics. Serve cus-tomers the best-tasting food at a good value in a clean, comfortable restaurant, and they’ll keep coming back.”

Tacoma’s The Harmon does just that. The brewpub’s casual, welcoming atmo-sphere combined with inviting, reason-ably-priced fare keeps diners returning.

Easily enough for two, the savory hum-mus appetizer is presented on a platter. It is accompanied by tender pita wedges, mild artichoke hearts, and lively feta. Sweet roasted red peppers and meaty Kalamata olives also supplement the flavorful starter. The garlicky chickpea spread is garnished with tomato wedges and cucumber slices. Other appetizer options include crab cakes, coconut prawns, and nachos.

Beer samplers (either flagship or sea-sonal) are served on undersized skis, complementing the brewery’s ski motif. The Harmon prides itself on being the hub of craft brewing in downtown Ta-coma. Eight beers can usually be found on draught, including the award win-ning Puget Sound Porter and The Brown Pt. ESB. Other brews are Point Defiance

IPA, Pinnacle Peak Pale Ale, and Mount Takhoma Blonde Ale; their names re-flect the Harmon’s commitment to the Puget Sound area.

Dinner salads include grape tomatoes, shredded cheddar, and red onions tossed with mixed greens. The house dressing is a balsamic blend; a combination of honey mustard dressing and balsamic vinaigrette emphasizes the sweetness of both the rich, sweet vinegar and the am-ber nectar, complemented by the subtle pungency of mustard.

Fish tacos are made from the catch of the day, cooked to the diner’s specifica-tions. Spicy blackened halibut chunks are wrapped in flour tortillas; a cilantro sour cream dipping sauce accompanies them. The coleslaw side is not over-dressed and a hint of horseradish can be detected in the cabbage salad.

A halibut sandwich, served on a ham-burger bun with roasted red pepper, dill pickle and red onion, contains an unex-pected ingredient: brie. Since a small amount of the strong, distinctive cheese is used, it does not overwhelm the deli-cately flavored fish. Crispy garlic par-mesan fries are served with both entrees.

Also available are burgers, sandwiches, chicken pesto linguine, and top sirloin.

The eatery’s peanut butter pie is made in-house. A slab of peanut butter ice cream atop a chocolate cookie crumb crust is sprinkled with chopped peanuts and drizzled with chocolate sauce. Ask for two forks; the generous whipped-cream garnished portions are more than enough to share. Other dessert choices are New York cheesecake and Lou’s Chocolate Mountain Surprise.

Just across the street from The Wash-ington State History Museum, The Harmon is a favorite spot for tourists. Whether you’re making reservations for a big party or in the mood for a ca-sual dinner, the Harmon welcomes you. MARY MORGAN

www.hamptontacoma.com | 253.539.22888203 South Hosmer StreetTacoma, WA 98408

Tacoma Comfort Inn | Conveniently located off of I-58620 S. Hosmer Street | Tacoma, WA. 98444

253-538-7998 | www.comfortinn.com/hotel-tacoma-washington-WA087

• Complimentary Deluxe Continental Deluxe Breakfast • Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access • Indoor Swimming Pool• Hot Tub and Exercise Room• Microwave/Refrigerator• Convention and meeting facilities• ACA compliant

The Guesthouse Dupont WA hotel is located just minutes from Fort Lewis/McChord Air Force Base. We understand the needs of our guests serving in all branches of the Armed Forces.

GuestHouse Inn & Suites | Conveniently located off of I-51609 McNeil Street | Dupont, Wa. 98327

253-912-8900 | www.guesthouseintl.com/hotels/dupont

• Exercise Room• Complimentary Hot and Cold Deluxe Breakfast• Government Travelers: FEMA Approved• Indoor Heated Pool • Pet-friendly • Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access• Convention and meeting facilities• ACA compliant

Best Western Plus Tacoma Dome Hotel2611 East E Street, Tacoma, WA 98421 • p 253-272-7737 f 253-272-5919 www.bestwestern.com/tacomadomehotel • Locally owned and operated

Complimentary• Hot Breakfast Buffet• Parking• Courtesy Shuttle (5-mile radius)

On-Site• Over 5,000 square feet of meeting space• Restaurant and lounge• Guest Laundry facility

Located steps away from LINK Light Rail line, Lemay car museum, the Dome and Freighthouse


Alderbrook Resort and Spa $$A convenient 45 minutes from Tacoma, this location is a get-away in itself. Surrounded by water and mountainsthis property has much to offer a weary traveler. 7101 E State Highway 106, Unionalderbrookresort.com (360) 898-2145

Best Western Hotel $$Located steps away from the Tacoma Dome and LINK Light Rail line. Guests will find an on-site restaurant and lounge and complimentary hot breakfast buffet.2611 East E St, Tacomabestwestern.com/tacomadomehotel.com (253) 272-7737

Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma $$We have appointed our hotel rooms with amenities to make you feel right at home. Every room features a coffeemaker, refrigerator and microwave. Use the free high-speed internet access to connect to friends and family from the comfort of your room. Step outside your door to relax and recharge with some laps in our pool or a workout in our fitness room. End the day with a soak in the whirlpool or a movie from our free movie channel.8203 S Hosmer St, Tacomahamptoninn1.hilton.com (253) 539-2288 Hotel Murano $$$Located in the heart of downtown Tacoma, this award-winning, pet-friendly luxury hotel displays the works of international glass artists and boasts acclaimed local cuisine and an on-site spa.1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacomahotelmuranotacoma.com (253) 238-8000

JUNE• 15-July 8 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum lakewoodplayhouse.org• 29-July 1 SummerFEST lakewoodparksandrec.com• 29-July 4 Freedom Fair & Air Show freedomfair.com

JULY• 22 Tacoma Speedway Centennial Celebration lakewoodhistorical.org• 30 Samoa Cultural Day asiapacificculturalcenter.org• 28-29 Ethnic Fest metroparkstacoma.org• 19 Artwalk Tacoma artwalktacoma.com

AUGUST• 9 Asia Pacific Cultural Center Luau asiapacificculturalcenter.org • 25-26 Commencement Bay Maritime Fest maritimefest.org

SEPTEMBER• 7-23 The Puyallup Fair thefair.com• 15-16 Rainier Mountain Festival rainiermountainfest.com

NOVEMBER• 23-Jan 1 Zoolights pdza.org

DECEMBER• 31 First Night firstnighttacoma.org

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TACOMABELLA BALLS747 S Fawcett Ave • (253) 627-0183bellaballs.com

BROADWAY CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS901 Broadway • (253) 591-5890broadwaycenter.org

TULLY’S COFFEE24 Tacoma Ave N • (253) 627-4477tullys.com

FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM5400 N Pearl St • (253) 591-5339fortnisqually.org

FULCRUM GALLERY1308 Martin Luther King Jr Way • (253) 250-0520fulcrumtacoma.com

MUSEUM OF GLASS1801 Dock St • (253) 396-1768museumofglass.org

POINT DEFIANCE PARK/ ZOO & AQUARIUM5400 N Pearl St • (253) 305-1010/ ZOO (253) 591-5337metroparkstacoma.org/ ZOO www.pdza.org

SEYMOUR BOTANICAL CONSERVATORY316 South G St • (253) 591-5330metroparkstacoma.org

TACOMA ART MUSEUM1701 Pacific Ave • (253) 272-4258tacomaartmuseum.org

THE ART STOP940 Broadway • (253) 274-1630artstoptacoma.com

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Compact, culturally adventurous Olympia is a hip town with a mix of funky, nicely blended local charm to please any traveler’s palate. You can see most, if not all, of it in one day, yet it provides more possibilities than some places twice its size.

At the southern tip of Puget Sound, the exceedingly walk-able, shop-lined downtown sits snugly between the East and West bays of Budd Inlet. Made for strolling, the down-town has a park at one end and water’s edge at the other.

Half a day can be whiled away poking in and out of Olympia’s independent shops and cafes. Counter and consumer culture happily converge here, with used bookstores and local clothiers co-existing alongside high-end jewelry stores and galleries.

Artistically-inclined visitors will love it here. It is chock-full of galleries, artisan shops and local arts and crafts vendors. To take full advantage of this we recommend

starting down Capitol Way and heading west on Legion.

Looking for a great backdrop for a photo? Turn down Water Street, past Heritage Fountain to the pier at Per-cival Landing. Stroll past “The Kiss,” a popular statue on the dock that offer a great photo opportunity with the Olympic Mountains as backdrop.

Continuing down the pier you will encounter Budd Bay Cafe, Dockside Bistro and Anthony’s Homeport. Olympia’s foremost attraction is the Olympia Farm-ers Market a quintessential experience: exceedingly friendly, colorful and overflowing with fresh food and community spirit.

Local farms serve up the season’s freshest harvests. Lunch options abound, whether you’re craving Asian food or bakery items for a picnic on the waterfront lo-cated within minutes. An excellent regional favorite, this open-air market is a must to visit.

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Cross back over Market Street to the Batdorf & Bron-son Coffee Roasters where you’ll find a velvety iced coffee that is wonderful to take on a stroll. Take a mo-ment to notice the waterfront’s timeless beauty, then make your way back into Olympia’s charming down-town district.

Best ShoppingLined with shops, Capitol and Washington are the main thoroughfares. The downtown corridor’s boutiques, art and antiques dealers are ideal for seeking out that spe-cial purchase. There are a number of fantastic destina-tions here too such as Popinjay, a great place for gifts, stationery and lotions, and Bonaventure, a must-see shoes shop that carries comfortable shoes. Red Door has unique and stylish gifts and accessories.

Olympia’s downtown also includes great antique and vintage shops to suit anyone. Antique Junkie offer funky accents and special vintage treasures to take home.

A Night Out on the TownOlympia’s evening options are similarly eclectic. Stop at SWING Wine Bar for an avante-garde libation and ask for a table perched over the lake. Move to the dining room for a delectable dinner or head out to one of the top-notch restaurants in town.

Waterstreet Cafe features creative fusion cuisine and has been a “Wine Spectator” award winner. Anthony’s Hearthfire Grill offers fresh beef and seafood and an endless view of the sound. Mercato, another urban ven-ue, offers fresh Italian in a casual setting. On a warm night all of these have outdoor seating. Good restaurants for families are the award-winning Casa Mia Italian Pizzaria and South Bay BBQ for ribs and chicken. After-dinner pubs, jazz bars and clubs offer a variety of live music.


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Local theater should not be missed. The town has two reliable sources of evening entertainment. The elegant Washington Center for the Performing Arts is the South Sound’s largest performing arts center. The fa-cility hosts a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. Concerts, comedy shows and art exhibitions are among featured events. Refurbished grandeur can be found at Harlequin Productions. These stages bring compelling works from local actors and world-class performers.

ExplorationAs in most cities in the South Puget Sound, being down-town means you’re just a stone’s throw away from the great outdoors. In the morning, cardio buffs skip tea for a run or power walk, enjoying the paths that encircle Capitol Lake. Feeling energetic? Kick things up a notch by combining the lake loop with an uphill trek across the

Fourth Street Bridge to the second roundabout at Seven Oars Park. Not too far beyond is the new West Bay Park. Head back around the lake again and finish up the Heri-tage Park Trail, a switchback at the south end that winds uphill to the Capitol. The route offers an invigorating walk or run and amazing views. Tugboat Annie’s has an exceptional deal: two kayaks for two hours and two breakfasts for around $40. Reserve kayaks early so you can experience the morning marine life. Seals and bald eagles are often spotted. Skirt the water’s edge or paddle across Budd Inlet to the downtown marina or all the way across to Priest Point.

Children need a break from adult pursuits? Youngsters love the Hands On Children’s Museum. The largest kid-friendly museum in southwest Washington empha-sizes hands-on science and art education. The exhibits are designed to encourage play, interaction and inquiry.

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Shopping ListingsANTIQUE JUNKIE210 Fourth Ave W • (360) 352-7447

BELLEZA ROPA101 Capitol Way N • (360) 352-ROPA (7672)bellezaropa.com

RED DOOR430 Washington St SE • (360) 357-7799reddoorolympia.com

Entertainment ListingsHANDS ON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 106 11th Ave SW* • (360) 956-0818 *Moving to a new address November 2012 414 Jefferson St NW hocm.orgHours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday noon-5pmAdmission fee: $5.95 - $7.95 (free first Friday 5pm - 9pm) HARLEQUIN THEATER202 Fourth Ave • (360) 786-0151 harlequinproductions.org

OLYMPIA FARMER’S MARKET700 N Capitol Way • (360) 352-9096 olympiafarmersmarket.comHours: April - October, Thursday - Sunday 10am - 3pmNovember - December, Saturday - Sunday 10am - 3pm

TUGBOAT ANNIE’S2100 West Bay Drive • (360) 943-1850tugboatannies.com

WASHINGTON CENTER FOR THEPERFORMING ARTS512 Washington St SE • (360) 753-8585 washingtoncenter.org

Stop at Wagner’s European Bakery & Deli just one block north of the museum to light up little faces with glass cases filled with sugary confections. The bakery’s house favorite is its famous cinnamon bread.

FIRST FRIDAYThe Downtown arts scene is at its liveliest the first Friday of each month. The downtown premier visual art event features tours of over 50 galleries; they are self-guided and include artist talks and a friendly, festive atmosphere. Make a restaurant reservation and make a night of it. everydayolympia.com

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Fun, Family, Friendly AtmosphereJoin us for Any Occasion!

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JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE & BARFUJIYAMA

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: 3pm-5pmChicken | Steak | Shrimp

Birthday special only redeemable within 24 hours of actual birthday.

FUJIYAMA is celebrating our 2nd year serving up the most creative and interactive dining experience in Olympia!

For our birthday celebration, we invite you to celebrate your birthday with us!

Our gift to you is a FREE steak & lobster dinner with a party of 6 or more.

OLYMPIA—WHERE TO DINECUISINE family CASCADIA GRILL 4th and Columbia , (360) 628-8731, cascadiagrill.com $$ • •

steak ANTHONY’S HEARTHFIRE GRILL 1675 Marine Drive NE, (360) 705-3473, anthonys.com $$$ • •

pizza APOLLO PIZZA & PASTA 2010 Harrison Ave NW, (360) 754-7444, apollos-pizza.com $$ • • •

italian BASILICO ITALIANO RISTORANTE 507 Capitol Way S, (360) 570-8777, ristorantebasilico.com $$ •

seafood BUDD BAY CAFE 525 Columbia St NW, (360) 357-6963, buddbaycafe.com $$$ • • •

mexican CANCUN PLAZA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 909 Sleater Kinney Rd SE, (360) 456-3337 $$ • •

steak CASCADIA GRILL 200 W 4th Ave, (360) 628-8731, cascadiagrill.com $$ • •

fine dining CICADA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 700 4th Ave E, (360) 753-5700, cicadaolympia.com $$ • •

organic DARBY’S CAFE 211 5th Ave SW, (360) 357-6229, darbyscafe.com $ • • •

pizza DIRTY DAVE’S PIZZA PARLOR 3939 Martin Way E, (360) 456-1560, dirtydavespizza.com $$ • •

seafood DOCKSIDE BISTRO 501 Columbia St NW, (360) 956-1928, docksidebistro.com $$ • •

japanese FUJIYAMA 2930 Capital Mall Dr, (360) 352-9888, fujiyamaolympia.com $$$ • •

seafood GARDNER’S 111 Thurston Ave NW, (360) 786-8466, gardnersrestaurant.com $$$ •

pizza I.TALIA PIZZERIA 2505 4th W, (360) 754-3393, ramblinjacks.com/italia-pizzeria.html $ • •

sushi KOIBITO 6600 Columbine Ct SE, (360) 556-3605, sushiolympia.com $$ • •

italian MERCATO 111 Market St, (360) 528-3663, ramblinrestaurants.com/mercato-ristorante.html $$ • •

organic NEW MOON CAFE 113 4th Ave W, (360) 357-3452, newmooncafeolympia.com $ • •

pizza OLD SCHOOL PIZZERIA 108 Franklin St NE, (360) 786-9640, oldschoolpizzeria.net $ • •

seafood OYSTER HOUSE 320 4th Ave W, (360) 753-7000 $$ • •

italian PELLEGRINO’S 205 Cleveland Ave SE, (360) 709-9020, pellegrinositaliankitchen.com $$ • • •

sports bar PINTS & QUARTS 1230 College St, Lacey, (360) 438-9183, pintsandquartspub.com $$ • •

wine bar SWING WINE BAR & CAFE 825 Columbia St SW, (360) 357-9464, swingwinebar.com $$ • •

bakery TASTY MORSELS 111 Legion Way SW, (360) 357-4232 $ • •

organic THE MARK 407 Columbia St SW, (360) 754-4414, themarkolympia.com/restaurant $$ •

organic TRADITIONS FAIR TRADE 300 5th Ave SW, (360) 705-2819, traditionsfairtrade.com $ •

seafood TUGBOAT ANNIE’S 2100 W Bay Dr NW, (360) 943-1850, tugboatannies.com $$ • • •

fine dining WATER STREET CAFE 610 Water St, (360) 709-9090, waterstreetcafeandbar.com $$$ • •

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360.357.7799 | 430 Washington St. SE | Olympia, WA 98501

Red Door, with an eye for fabulous, blends fresh color, bold texture and style bringing repurpose to vintage furnishings at a conscious price!

Back by popular demand the Legend of Tinsel Christmas Spider.

Red Door is dressed for the holidays and full of unique one of kind gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.

Everything for your home, from our Courtyard Home!

Quality antiques, rustic and

weathered, old and new will delight shoppers. Over 70 dealers, create pleasing

displays of home décor, furnishings, accessories, gifts

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Courtyard Antique Mall, a unique shopping experience

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Swantown Inn Bed & Breakfast $$$Located in the heart of Olympia, the Inn can be your headquarters for exploring the region or a refuge from travel. The property has an on site spa and internet and is a convenient 20 minute walk from downtown. 1431 11th Ave SE, Olympiaswantowninn.com (360) 753-9123

Governor Hotel $$Governor Hotel sits at the edge of shady Sylvester Park downtown and offers both park and Capital Lake views. This location is right in the heart of downtown, you can’t get any closer to the action downtown. Complimentary breakfast, internet and clean, nicely lit accommodations. 621 Capitol Way S, Olympiaolywagov.com (855) 352-7704

Red Lion Hotel $$$Located on a bluff above the city surrounded by trees, sprawling lawn and an outdoor pool. The hotel boasts 192 spacious guest rooms and all the amenities you expect, including free high-speed internet access, a 24-hour business center and a fitness center. 2300 Evergreen Park Dr SW, Olympiaredlion.com (360) 943-4000

Olympia Phoenix Inn Suites $$In the middle of town and adjacent to the waterfront, this new Inn offers spacious suites with a wide variety of amenities including microwaves, refrigerators and conference rooms.415 Capitol Way N, Olympiaphoenixinn.com/olympia (360) 570-0555

JUNE• 14 Comedy in the Box washingtoncenter.org

JULY• 6 First Friday in Downtown Olympia everydayolympia.com• 18-22 Capital Lakefair lakefair.org

AUGUST• 17 Wednesday Music in the Park musicintheparkolympia.com• 24-26 Sand in the City hocm.org• 31-Sep 2 Olympia Harbor Days harbordays.com

SEPTEMBER• 24 Oktoberfest fishbrewing.com

OCTOBER• 6 Arts Walk olympiawa.gov

NOVEMBER• 22 Oly Trot guerillarunning.com/Oly_Trot.html• 27 Downtown for the Holidays downtownolympia.com

DECEMBER• 1,8,15 Downtown for the Holidays downtownolympia.com

OLYMPIA—WHERE TO STAY 2012 LOCAL EVENTS



THE OYSTER HOUSE320 4th Ave, Olympia

(360) 753-7000

The oldest seafood restaurant in Washington, The Oyster House, overlooks Olympia’s Percival Landing and Budd Inlet. It’s a casual family eatery where diners can watch televised athletic events and view sports memorabilia displayed in the lobby. Dark wood and rich green colors make the dining room warm and welcoming.

We began with angels on horseback—oysters wrapped in bacon, skewered and then broiled. As the shellfish cook, they curl, resembling angel wings. The smoky cured pork, sweet mollusks, and zesty cocktail sauce are a satisfying starter. Others include Cognac oysters, crab cocktail, nachos and potato skins.

The house dressing is fresh ginger vinaigrette. Mixed greens come alive with flavor when combined with the spiciness of the pungent root.

Pacific oysters are lightly dusted with flour and pan-fried in butter. The delicate shellfish are accompanied by tangy cocktail sauce, a lemon wedge, and choice of baked potato, rice, vegetables or fries. The grilled halibut sandwich is well-prepared, the flatfish firm and fresh. The Oyster House buys local seafood whenever possible; it’s purchased fresh seven days a week. Only oysters from Oyster Bay, procured from Olympia Oyster Company, are served here.

Other seafood entrees include crab and gorgonzola tortellini, steamers, blackened salmon and coconut prawns. The extensive menu is not limited to seafood, however. Also available are burgers, sandwiches, steaks and pasta. Try the

bacon wrapped filet mignon, teriyaki chicken sandwich or baby back ribs. Salad entrées range from cobb to seafood louie to wonton chicken.

A variety of tempting options are presented on the dessert tray, including mud pie, M&M fudge brownies, bread pudding with caramel sauce, cheesecake and chocolate cake. Fudgy French silk pie is decadent with a double crust—dense brownie on sugar cookie; a tunnel of caramel is hidden within the filling. Multi-layered banana poppy seed cake is slightly lemony and the flavors are enhanced by buttercream.

Appropriately, the dining establishment began as an oyster culling house owned by the Olympia Oyster Company. As far back as 1859, the company shipped the delicacies to San Francisco where diners would pay $20 per plate. Eventually, the original owners started a small seafood bar in the southeast corner where oyster cocktails were served.

In the 1940s, the eatery began to evolve into a larger operation. Two or three additions were completed before it was purchased and completely remodeled by the current owner, Rich Barrett, in 1996. The establishment is still patronized by loyal elderly diners who reminisce about the restaurant’s evolution. With public docking available, it’s also a popular place with boaters and families.

There’s a reason The Oyster House is the oldest seafood restaurant in Washington. Fresh, generously portioned food and relaxed, casual dining with a view keep customers coming back. JANAE COLOMBINI

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OLYMPIA ANTIQUE JUNKIE210 4th Ave W • (360) 352-7447

RED DOOR430 Washington St SE • (360) 357-7799reddoorolympia.com

HANDS ON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 106 11th Ave SW • (360) 956-0818 hocm.org

HARLEQUIN THEATER202 4th Ave • (360) 786-0151 harlequinproductions.org

OLYMPIA FARMERS MARKET700 Capitol Way Solympiafarmersmarket.com

BELLEZA ROPA101 Capitol Way N • (360) 352-ROPA (7672)bellezaropa.com

TUGBOAT ANNIE’S2100 Westbay Dr • (360) 943-1850tugboatannies.com

WASHINGTON CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS512 Washington St SE • (360) 753-8585 washingtoncenter.com

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Pierce County’s second largest city, Puyallup (pew-AL-up) is thriving with travel and fun. Abounding in art, historical attractions, antique shops, and the state’s larg-est fair, Puyallup has been a top tourist destination for decades. Historical character, first-class amenities and nearby attractions such as Mount Rainier combine to make the area a playground in all seasons. Sights In A DayStart your day in Puyallup’s most dynamic public space- downtown’s main street, Meridian Avenue. This very walkable corridor offers people-watching, shopping and dining choices. Start at Anthem Coffee & Tea, locat-ed at the corner of West Pioneer and Second. The café brews the best cup of coffee in town (say hi to our fa-vorite barista, Alex). While getting your daily caffeine fix, notice the shop flanks Pioneer Park. With a sum-mer wading pool and playground equipment, this is a fun place to spend a morning; the park displays three local art pieces to admire. It is also home to the Puyal-

lup Farmers’ Market, which is one of the largest and longest-standing markets in Washington. Local farmers and craftsmen display their produce, arts and crafts, and freshly-prepared food. There are places to sit and chat and enjoy the small-town ambience.

Ready for some lunch and shopping? Head south on Me-ridian to some of our favorite lunch spots. At Auntee B’s you will savor generous portions of home-cooked meals. Craving pizza? Trackside Pizza is your best bet. The pizzeria makes hand-tossed pies; the kids can create their own child-size pizzas to be baked, hollering “PIZ-ZA UP!” as they’re completed.

Best ShoppingPuyallup is known for its “old fashioned” downtown shopping areas; many of the shops are located adjacent to one another on the main streets. Start shopping at 3rd Street Antiques, a 15,000-square-foot mall; more than 60 vendors make it the largest antiques mall in the

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district. Just a block over is Victoria Sells Antiques featuring upscale antique furniture, home decor, estate jewelry, black Americana, reproduction Victorian lamp shades and period lighting.

The city of Sumner is just minutes from Puyallup and offers unique shops and a downtown shopping district. You won’t want to miss The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse and Fudge Factory, where you can nibble fudge and watch a miniature train as you take in the larg-est furniture store on the West Coast! A Picket Fence is always a great boutique to visit; it has a fabulous selec-tion of unique gifts through which to browse.

The Puyallup Fairgrounds is a 160-acres hub of year-longactivity. Not only is it home to the state’s largest annualfair, the venue also features a concert series, A VictorianCountry Christmas and other events throughout the year.

Museums and EntertainmentMeeker Mansion was built in the late 1800s; the beauti-fully restored two-story home was built by Ezra Meeker, Puyallup’s founder and first mayor. Go back in time with a tour through this historic home. Looking for evening entertainment? Don’t miss live music Fridays through Sundays at HG Bistro. Then swing by Mama Stortini’s for an appetizer or dessert.

Shopping Listings3rd STREET ANTIQUES201 Third St SE, Puyallup • (253) 445-14353rdstreetantiques.com

VICTORIA SELLS ANTIQUES125 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 445-8330cochrans.com/victoriasells

SOUTH HILL MALL3500 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 840-2828southhillmall.com

A PICKET FENCE1006 Main St, Sumner • (253) 863-6048apicketfence.com

OLD CANNERY FURNITURE WAREHOUSE13608-A Valley Ave E, Sumner • (253) 863-0422oldcanneryfurniture.com

Entertainment ListingsMEEKER MANSION312 Spring St, Puyallup • (253) 848-1770meekermansion.org

PIONEER PARK330 S Meridian, Puyallupcityofpuyallup.org

PUYALLUP FAIR & EVENTS CENTER110 9th Ave SW, Puyallupthefair.com

PUYALLUP FARMERS MARKET330 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 840-2631puyallupmainstreet.comSaturdays April 14-Oct 13, 9am-2pmSundays May 27-Aug, 9am-2pm


JULY• 28 Fourth Saturday History Walk sumnerdowntown.com

AUGUST• 3-4 Sumner Arts Festival sumnerdowntown.com• 19 Classy Chassis Car Show sumnerdowntown.com

SEPTEMBER• 7-23 The Puyallup Fair thefair.com• 8 Mystery Wine Walk sumnerdowntown.com

OCTOBER• 6 Puyallup Art & Wine Walk puyallupmainstreet.com

NOVEMBER• 23 Bridge Lighting & Processional sumnerdowntown.com

DECEMBER• 8 Holiday Market puyallupmainstreet.com

2012 LOCAL EVENTS

Holiday Inn Express $Easy access to Highway 167. Very friendly staff, including check-in and breakfast. Rooms are well appointed--microwave, fridge, flat screen, DVD player, wireless internet and a comfortably firm bed. Start the day off with a complimentary full breakfast before enjoying the hotel’s other amenities such as an outdoor heated swimming pool, an exercise facility, business services and meeting spaces.2500 136th Ave Ct E, Sumnerhiexpress.com (877) 859-5095

Best Western Park Plaza $$The closest hotel to the Western Washington Fairgrounds which hosts a variety of events throughout the year. This full-service Puyallup area hotel is a 100% non-smoking property featuring well-appointed guest rooms and suites. Each room is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, cable satellite television with HBO and free wireless high-speed internet access for guests’ convenience. 620 South Hill Park Dr, Puyallupbestwestern.com (253) 848-1500

Best Western Plus Evergreen Inn & Suites $$Close to the freeway, as well as restaurants and shopping in Federal Way. Clean accommodations, free HOT breakfast, nice sized rooms, free internet and coffee in the lobby.32124 25th Ave S, Federal Waybestwestern.com/evergreeninnandsuites (253) 529-4000

PUYALLUP&SUMNER —WHERE TO STAY



Sunrise Village in Puyallup10404 156th St East

(off 156th & Meridian)253-268-0248

Sunday - Thursday 11am - 9pmFriday & Saturday 11am - 11pm

Downtown Puyallup208 South Meridian

(Meridian between Meeker & Pioneer)253-864-WINE (9463)

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4pm - 10pm

Sunday thru Wednesday Available for Private Rentals & Wine Tastings

Join us this weekend for GREAT FOOD,

WINE & MARTINIS!

www.northwestvintage.com

Three locations to serve you! Puyallup206 39th Ave SW, across from the South Hill Mall Bonney LakeSushi Town, 20649 State Route 410 ECovington16908 SE 269th PL, next to KOHLS

trapperssushi.net / 253.891.2046

Daily specials! All-You-Can-Eat Sushi!

• Hot Deluxe Breakfast Buffet

• Airport shuttle runs 24 hrs

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Filled with your favorite shopping experiences...

PUYALLUP—WHERE TO DINECUISINE homestyle AUNTEE B’S 213 N Meridian, (253) 435-8833 $ • •

thai AYOTHAYA 4102 S Meridian, (253) 841-7599, hellothaifood.com/ayothaya.html $ • •

steak BLACK ANGUS 203 35th Ave SE, (253) 841-1900, blackangus.com $$$ •

bistro CAFFE ADAMO 109 35th Ave SE, (253) 445-4237, adamocoffee.net $ •

thai CHILI THAI 3712 9th St SW, (253) 864-7005, chilithai.com $ • •

organic COMFORT FOOD 210 West Pioneer, (253) 770-6147, comfortfoodcafe.org $$ •

coffee ANTHEM COFFEE & TEA 210 W Pioneer, (253) 435-6087, anthemcoffeeandtea.com $ • •

american HG BISTRO 1618 E Main Ave, (253) 845-0290, hgbistro.com $$ • • •

chinese HOUSE OF KEE 15305 Meridian E, (253) 848-4899 $ • •

sushi ICHIBAN SUSHI GARDEN 127 15th St SE, (253) 845-4222 $ • •

japanese IRON CHEF 4301 S Meridian, (253) 848-3759, ironchefsteakhouse.com $$$ • •

italian MAMA STORTINI’S 3207 E Main Ave, (253) 845-7569, mamastortinis.com $$ • •

mexican MIS TRES AMIGOS 17530 Meridian E, (253) 864-8250 $$ • •

wine bar NORTHWEST VINTAGE 208 S Meridian, (253) 864-9463, northwestvintage.com (thurs-sat) $$ • •

bakery PIONEER BAKERY 120 S Meridian, (253) 845-8336, thepioneerbakery.com $ • •

american POWERHOUSE 454 East Main, (253) 845-1370, powerhousebrewpub.com $$ • •

mexican PUERTO VALLARTA 215 15th St SE, (253) 848-8550, puertovallartarestaurantes.com $$ • •

pizza ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA 4801 S Meridian, (253) 286-2402, therockwfp.com $$ • •

pizza TRACKSIDE PIZZA 201 N Meridian, (253) 845-7437, pizzatrackside.com $$ • •

sushi TRAPPER’S SUSHI 206 39th Ave SW, (253) 891-2046, trapperssushi.net $$ • •

italian AVERSANO’S 6015 Parker Rd E, (253) 863-3618, aversanos.com $$ • •

family BERRY LAND CAFE 1101 Main St, (253) 863-4567 $ • •

mexican EL CHARRO 15422 Main St E, (253) 863-5600, elcharrosumner.com $ • •

pizza FARRELLI’S 15007 Main St E, (253) 447-2227, farrellispizza.com $$ • •

italian SORCI’S 1012 Ryan Ave, (253) 891-8400, sorcisitaliancafe.com $ • • •

american WINDMILL BISTRO 16000 60th St E, (253) 826-7897, windmillbistro.com $$ • •

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3rd STREET ANTIQUES201 3rd St SE, Puyallup • (253) 445-14353rdstreetantiques.com

MEEKER MANSION312 Spring St, Puyallup • (253) 848-1770meekermansion.org

SOUTH HILL MALL3500 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 840-2828southhillmall.com

PIONEER PARK330 S Meridian, Puyallupcityofpuyallup.org

PUYALLUP FARMERS MARKET330 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 840-2631puyallupmainstreet.com

PUYALLUP FAIR & EVENTS CENTER110 9th Ave SW, Puyallupthefair.com

VICTORIA SELLS ANTIQUE MALL125 S Meridian, Puyallup • (253) 445-8330cochrans.com/victoriasells

A PICKET FENCE1006 Main St, Sumner • (253) 863-6048apicketfence.com

OLD CANNERY FURNITURE STORE13608-A Valley Ave E, Sumner • (253) 863-0422oldcanneryfurniture.com

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