Seattle Extravaganza! Part 2 of 2

The best part of Seattle was of course, all the seafood!

                                    

Crab Pot Insanity

The Crab Pot, 1301 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA

Once we docked in Seattle, and checked into our hotels, the group decided they wanted to be real tourists and go to "The Crab Pot". For those who don't know much about this place, "The Crab Pot" is located in the super touristy district on Alaskan Way, and the restaurant itself is GIGANTIC. Like, literally, it takes up about a block, A CITY BLOCK! At The Crab Pot, you sit down at big long tables covered in paper. You order a selection of seafood including crab, mussels, clams, prawns and oysters and they steam it all up together with some red potatoes and corn on the cob. Once it's cooked, they dump it all on your table, give you a wooden mallet and block, and of course, a bib. Yes, a bib. Like a baby. The Crab Pot is nothing spectacular honestly; the seafood is delicious ), but the service is pretty bad, and the atmosphere is super tacky. You basically go to The Crab Pot just for the experience of getting messy with a bucket of seafood. It felt so American.
Gluten-Free Tip for The Crab Pot: Ask to get your meal without the andouille sausage. It is NOT gluten-free.

Sazerac, 1101 Fourth Ave, Seattle WA

Lamb Sausage with Polenta

The best part of our foodie adventures in Seattle took place at this fantastic restaurant: Sazerac. They were located in the Hotel Monaco, right across the street from our own hotel. We practically haunted Hotel Monaco the entire trip: 5 oclock wine tasting and appys in the lobby, awesome restaurant, convenience/gift  shop, friendly helpful staff that will practically bend over backwards just to accommodate you...Yah, Hotel Monaco was simply amazing. And it was the same price as our hotel which kinda sucked in comparison. We'll definitely stay here next summer. 

So, down to Sazerac. I'm going to be honest, I wish this place was in Victoria. We ate 3 out of 4 meals here...and for good reason. They will make pretty much anything gluten-free for you. Not only do they have a special gluten-free menu, but they literally will make any modification so you can enjoy whatever your heart desires. Eat your heart out indeed!

For breakfast both mornings, I had the "Eggs in Hell" which consisted of polenta, eggs, red beans, and andouille sausage which was just amazing! 

Later that night, we indulged in a four-course tasting menu; and believe it or not, I HAD DESSERT! My four courses were: Fresh Oysters on the Half-Shell with Mignonette, Roasted Beet Salad with Chevre and Pistachios, Pan Seared Scallops with Chickpea Puree, and a Maple Pecan Creme Caramel with Candied Banana. This meal was just $40. Plus, it was one of the best meals I've ever had. Literally, to die for.

Bacon Wrapped Medjool Dates with Chevre and Balsamic Reduction

We ate a lot of food from Sazerac, and how could we not! Practically everything they make was ready for a gluten-free modification. I could not have asked for a better place to eat while in Seattle...it took all the stress and guess work out of searching for a delicious meal. I'm so excited to go back soon!

Odds and Ends:

Something that I cannot get out of my mind is the Gelato I had in Seattle. Bottega Italiano Gelato (1425 First Ave) had mindblowing gelato. It's made with 100% natural, in-season ingredients (no corn syrup or preservatives) I wish I had gone back at least 3 more times, it was such a delicious treat to combat the hot climate. Me and my friend shared a four-scoop cup for roughly $5. It was a very generous portion for the price. We had Chocolate, Cinnamon, Coffee, and lastly, Pistachio flavors. The Pistachio was epic, and unlike anything I've ever had before. I'm determined to find some in Victoria that is even half as delectable. They also had many dairy-free options for those of us who don't do moo-juice.