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Indeed, the Seattle Restaurant Store, with its 20,000 square feet of new and used equipment, is a playground for the pros. But don't let the high ceilings and industrial vibe scare you. You'll find inspiration in the sheer volume of dishes, pots, table settings and linens, and start fantasizing about opening your very own bistro. Guaranteed.

Pricing depends on what the owners have purchased in bulk, and the inventory changes all the time. A mother lode of aprons, for example, might yield the best prices you can find anywhere, but if you're in the market for a couple ramekins, you'll likely be able to find them cheaper elsewhere. Looking to outfit your kitchen with a pre-owned worktable, gently used bakery mixer or a set of new professional knives? This is the place.

TIP: The store is best known for its dizzying volume of gadgets — there are 18 kinds of tongs, five sizes of salad spinners and a small universe of choppers.

By Vanessa McGrady
Special to NWsource