Ballard Seafood Festival | A Seafood Lover's Weekend Delight 🦞🎉
Our weekend adventure at Ballard Seafood Festival (NW Market Street, Seattle) proved to be a deliciously memorable experience, even with just a few casual bites. Here's the full scoop: 📍 Location & Atmosphere: NW Market Street, Ballard, Seattle (Waterfront festival vibes with nautical decorations and lively music) 💫 Festival Highlights: • Open Saturday & Sunday (Sunday was our visit day) • Over 50 food vendors with ocean-inspired creations • Bonus: Beautiful Puget Sound views in the background 🍽️ Must-Try Food Finds (Our Personal Favorites): 🥘 Spanish Paella ($12): • Giant sizzling iron pan loaded with mussels • Classic del Mar version was perfectly seasoned • Note: Lobster version had longer lines but worth considering 🦑 Giant Squid Skewers ($8): • Surprisingly tender and juicy despite appearance • Chef meticulously checked internal temperature • No rubbery texture - cooked to perfection! 🦞 Lobster Baked Potato ($10): • Unexpected flavor combination that worked beautifully • Creamy mashed lobster meat with buttery potato • Disappeared faster than we expected! 🍋 Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade ($4): • Found at a hidden gem near the scallop stand • Bright citrus flavor with natural sweetness • Perfect palate cleanser between rich seafood bites ⚠️ Festival Tips: • Prices are festival-marked up (expect 10-15% premium) • Cash preferred but most vendors take cards • Arrive early to avoid longest lines #SeattleFoodFestival #BallardSeafoodReview #SeafoodLoversParadise #WeekendGetaway #PacificNorthwestEats #FestivalFoodie #SeattleEvents #OutdoorDining #SeafoodBBQ #CrabLegsAndChampagne