Life Behind Bars
Now, let's contrast my preconception of Copper Gate with my most recent visit to the revamped establishment, now owned by the local concern that runs Thaiku and La Carta de Oaxaca , two of Ballard's most popular (and least Ballard-like) establishments. The place didn't look too much different on approach – the new owners thankfully kept the bar's beautifully-maintained vintage neon sign – but I couldn't have imagined Copper Gate's new interior in my wildest dreams.
By Geoff Carter | April 3, 2007
Daily Find
Soup and sandwich, horse and carriage – how ‘bout wine and shopping? You may be able to have one without the other, but what a great combination. A wine shop/bar is a brilliant complement to a mall.
By Kathy Schultz | April 3, 2007
Life Behind Bars
I’ve been to places like Buddha before. Nearly every aspect of the Thai restaurant and bar, located in a heavily-trafficked strip of Belltown bars and restaurants that includes Shorty’s Coney Island and Lava Lounge is familiar to me: the bamboo shafts separating the dining room from the bar, the 1980s dance pop soundtrack, even the adjective-laden menu. (At Buddha, your standard Thai dishes are “cuddly,” “pleasurable” and “pulsating.” The restaurant is lucky that its menu hasn’t induced a police raid.)
By Geoff Carter | April 3, 2007
