Fremont Loft

Lily's Fremont guidebook

Where I'd send a friend.

Upper Fremont is an easy part of Seattle to stay in. It's charming and walkable, close to everything, and doesn't feel touristy. Lower Fremont's shops and restaurants are a short walk away, and the canal paths, parks and downtown are all close.

Eat & drink

Date night · Brunch

Le Coin

A “French-ish” Fremont spot that's great for date night, brunch, or the chef's counter tasting menu. Book ahead!

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Oysters

RockCreek Seafood & Spirits

In the mood for oysters? This is your spot. Pro tip: go during happy hour.

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Sandwiches

Paseo

Caribbean sandwiches that will keep you full for hours.

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Japanese

Fremont Bowl

Feel like you're in Japan for a quick lunch or dinner. My favorite is the chirashi bowl.

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Coffee & sweets

Down the block

Caffe Vita

Don't feel like brewing your own? A short walk down the block for a smooth single-origin coffee or a latte.

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Local favorite

Lighthouse Roasters

Another local favorite. This is where you go to unplug for a few hours, people-watch or read the paper.

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Vietnamese coffee

Aroom Coffee Fremont

Need an extra boost? Go for Vietnamese coffee. My go-to is the sesame latte.

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Breakfast

Baskette

My favorite place for a miso ginger snap cookie and a hearty breakfast sandwich.

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Donuts

Doce Donut Co

Cross Aurora Ave on the 41st St pedestrian bridge for a pick-me-up donut.

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Things to do

Walk

Fremont Troll

Fremont's famous troll lives under the Aurora Bridge, about 10 minutes away on foot.

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Walk

Lower Fremont & the Ship Canal

Cafes, breweries, vintage shops and public art along the water.

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Walk · Bike

Burke-Gilman Trail

A paved trail along the canal for walking, running or biking.

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Views

Gas Works Park

Skyline views over Lake Union, and a favorite spot at sunset.

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Kids

Woodland Park Zoo

An easy outing for families, about a 10-minute walk away.

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Outdoors

Green Lake

A popular 2.8-mile loop with playgrounds and open space, less than 10 minutes by car.

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Views · Events

Fremont Peak Park & Fremont Abbey

A small hilltop park with views, and a historic events venue nearby.

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Active

SBP climbing gym

Bouldering close to the loft.

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Getting around

Transit

Bus Route 5

Catch it up the block on Fremont Ave N. It goes straight to downtown and South Lake Union.

Transit

RapidRide E Line

Another frequent bus into downtown, within walking distance.

Walking tip

Crossing Aurora Ave on foot

Head south toward N 41st St and east toward Aurora Ave to find the pedestrian bridge. Google Maps will route you the long way around.

Drive

By car

Downtown, T-Mobile Park, Lumen Field and UW are each under 10 minutes away. You have a dedicated parking spot when you get back.

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