The ratio of slutty meat market square footage to respectable business space on Lower Queen Anne is reaching a critical tipping point with Peso’s expansion drawing to a close. While the nearby Spectator and Mecca remain stable, growth up the block is surging as demand for pseudo-tapas and $7 happy hour margaritas skyrockets. This formidable lure has proven an effective draw for white guys in backwards white hats and clingy women with heavy eye makeup. more ›

Recall that we've been up and down Queen Anne in search of a good burger. A snowstorm apparently extinguished Flame the night we originally wanted to go, so we wandered into Hilltop Ale House that night, and Dick's the following day. Another time, we gave Peso's a try. Still not satisfied, Seattlest finally made it back to Flame. more ›

After our recent jaunt up to Ballard for burgers at Lunchbox Laboratory, the quest continues on Queen Anne Avenue. We already hit Dick's and Hilltop Ale House, so upon recommendation, we headed to Peso's for happy hour. more ›

• Like most things we've attempted to borrow from the 70's, modern key parties just don't sound like nearly as much fun. According to the Belltowner, a "lock and key" singles party will be happening at See Sound next week.
• Capitol Hill Seattle spots a "government money pit."
• Unsurprisingly, Magnolia and Queen Anne residents aren't too pleased about the idea of a new jail being built smack dab in the middle of the hills. The Magnolia Voice covers the well-attended community meeting discussing the proposed jail locations.