Located in Cashmere, about a minute drive from Leavenworth, El Chavo is a local secret! El Chavo serves up authentic Mexican food in a quaint, no-frills. Everything on their menu is fantastic. Oh, and try the Miracle Water — a refreshing blend of lime, mint and cucumber. Our favorites: Everything, seriously! We moved out of Leavenworth before Yodelin Broth Co. Choose from options like halibut bone coconut curry broth and wild salmon miso bone broth and soak up gorgeous valley views.
Oh, and the food is fantastic. Need we say more? If you want a super tasty, pizza for takeaway, Rudloofs has some seriously good pie. Heavy on the toppings. Bring it to the nearby park for a picnic or back to your room to enjoy with beer and a travel movie! Our Favorite: the Bavarian Pizza: It sounds weird, I know, but the combination of bratwurst, sauerkraut and sweet bell peppers is seriously good on pizza.
And what better place to try a Bavarian inspired pizza than in Leavenworth?! This is a town staple. Tourists and locals alike love Icicle Brewing for its fun atmosphere — think outdoor seating with fireplaces built in the table cool, huh?!
It tastes like German Chocolate Cake! Have a pizza-shaped hole in your belly that nothing but pie and beer will fill? We hear ya. Blewett serves wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, and has a good selection of house-brewed craft beer as well as a few ciders. This local haunt gets quite crowded on the weekends with out-of-town visitors, but if you want to experience the real local vibe, head to the loft on a weeknight.
Each evening has a theme — from trivia to karaoke to open mic night — and the more casual atmosphere makes it far superior to the Saturday night madness in our opinion. Our recommendation is to ask the bartenders for a little guidance based off your tastes. You can also order some pub snacks, like rosemary fries, to help soak up that beer. Known around the town for her incredible cocktail crafting skills, Asia whips up some seriously creative and yummy drinks, like a German Chocolate Cake cocktail.
Kitchy-cute, this house-turned bakery has some seriously yummy cookies. This is one of those cozy, adorably eclectic cafes where you can enjoy a scone and big mug of coffee with a book. For a little caffeine boost while walking around town, make a stop at Argonaut, a tiny coffee stand at the west end of the main walking street.
There is a small amount of outdoor seating, and on a clear day you can get a fantastic view of the river and the Cascades in the background. Our favorite: Lavender White Chocolate Mocha light on the white chocolate , their Breakfast Sandwich is pretty solid too! Safeway is located at the east end of town and is one option for getting groceries.
The scenic, mile drive on Highway 2 from Seattle should take around 2. Also, during popular festivals, like Christmas lighting ceremonies and Oktoberfest, expect traffic to be backed up on Highway 2, which narrows to one lane for much of the drive. This local favorite is the definition of a hole-in-the-wall diner, but the treats in the bakery case make up for the dreary ambiance. Their sandwiches are super good as well — definitely split-able between two people — and are served on homemade white bread.
Yes, seriously. If you order a coffee drink, be sure to read the hand-written message on your cup! This local hotspot burned down in a fire in the summer of , but they have rebuilt it from the ground up and still have all the tasty diner staples: burgers, crinkle fries and milkshakes. You can make your own flavor combo! We liked Blackberry Coconut and Caramel Coconut! You probably already know the way to Leavenworth west on Hwy 2. But you should definitely stop here on the way:.
We discovered this place after our first whitewater rafting trip and stopped there every time we drove by Cashmere. It has a great dive bar atmosphere, killer truffle fries and delicious craft beer selection.
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Top places to see in Washington State our favorite US state! Read up on all the fun things to do in Seattle. Headed south? Read up on all the unique things to do in Portland. What is your favorite shop and restaurant? What activity looks like the most fun? Let us know in the comments below! Incredible post!! We are about to head to Leavenworth for the first time and I am very impressed by your post! Thanks for the info. Did you guys ever go to J5 coffee?? They seem to have great reviews online.
Hey Mike! J5 is a great for making coffee, they really know their stuff. Kind of an in and out place. But no doubt, their coffee is damn good! The Bavarian village is year-round fun for everyone.
Do lots of research so you can familiarize yourself with the place. We have a fake Bavarian village in the Georgia mountains, too, but I think this place has it beat at any rate, the skiing is certainly better ;.
Hey Gretchen. Leavenworth may seem a bit kitschy but the kindness of the people in the town are what leaves a lasting impression. And I may be biased, but the skiing is excellent! I was expecting to find some kind of German connection. A couple non-chain hotels quote different rates depending on the season, with January-April and October-November being mostly considered as low season.
During high season - which is usually December and May through September - expect prices to hike up by at least a third. Leavenworth shares the area code with the entire area of the Washington state east of the Cascade Mountains. Phone signals are generally trustworthy once one gets off the mountains. In the mountains, spotty reception can be found on the junction between US2 and entrance to Lake Wenatchee and right at Stevens Pass. Once one is off the downtown area however, expect rudimentary to non-existent cell services, even in the populated areas!
Set your GPS or navigation on your phone before driving. Do not hold or use your phone while driving, even while stopped in a red light , as it is a punishable offence in the state. This city travel guide to Leavenworth has guide status. It has a variety of good, quality information including hotels, restaurants, attractions and travel details. Please contribute and help us make it a star!
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Leavenworth was once known as Icicle Flats, a small logging town in the Cascade Mountains. When the sawmill industry began to collapse in the early s, Icicle Flats was on the brink of extinction. The townspeople came together to save their town and birthed the idea of transforming Icicle Flats into a tourist destination.
Exploring our Bavarian-inspired village is a must for any Leavenworth itinerary! Our village boasts traditional architectur e, fairytale charm, a wide range of unique shops with German- inspired treasures , and restaurants serving up global cuisine. At this sausage and beer garden , you can choose from a variety of house-made sausages, sides, imported brews, and more!
Here are just some of the most popular annual events:.
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