Ballard is becoming quite the hot neighborhood in Seattle and it’s easy to forget what Ballard use to be like. Get a taste of the old and new Ballard by starting your evening with dinner at La Carta de Oaxaca then head next door for drinks at The People’s Pub.
La Carta is my favorite Mexican restaurant. Unlike the typical Azteca or Jalisco’s, La Carta is a super comfy, casual restaurant located in Ballard creating authentic Oaxacan cuisine that’s fresh, delicious, and inexpensive to boot. This contemporary spot has beautiful photos lining the walls, a large communal table, simple yet stylish furniture, and a small bar in back.
There’s always a long wait but the super fresh salsa bar and Pozole is so worth the wait. And although the wait can be painful when you’re starving, once you’re seated, the owners provide fast, friendly service.
The People’s Pub has the feel of an old divvy bar minus the smoke… wood paneling, round back oak chairs, and a jukebox. The waitresses are friendly and don’t cop the usual attitude that you find in neighborhood bars. A nice bonus is thier diverse selection of German beers.
I’m headed to Germany in June for the World Cup and I’ve been regularly hitting Die Bier Stube to brush up on German culture. Die Bire Stube offers 14 German beers poured in authentic glassware and every visit I try a new beer. I’ve now added The People’s Pub to my list of German Pubs to get me ready for my upcoming trip!
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