Alibi Room, Seattle

Situated down a cobblestone alley by Pike Place Market , this little restaurant called Alibi Room attracts film and arts lovers. The owners include established local filmmakers. The arty two-story restaurant has wooden tables and chairs, with a private room and bar downstairs. A bookcase near the entrance is filled with play and movie scripts for browsing. On weekends, local DJs spin new beats to the eclectic dining scene. The food is healthy Mediterranean, featuring sandwiches, pasta and salads for lunch. Dinners include red beans and rice, grilled beef tenderloin and seared salmon.