Lynnwood, WA

Lynnwood rivals some of the major cities for culinary cuisine. There is an abundance of restaurants available that will serve almost everything from Thai and Asian cuisine, to fresh seafood and baked from scratch pizzas or pastries.

Alderwood Mall has a variety of restaurants waiting to serve those looking for apartments for rent in Lynnwood. Sit down for a quick casual meal that includes everything from Chinese to Indian by stopping by the food court, or pop in to Blazing Onion for a burger and fries.

Enjoy a fine evening out on the town with a fancy steak dinner or Thai meal. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar offers a variety of steaks and wines to choose from while providing a romantic, relaxing atmosphere. Want to try something a little more exotic? Consider the Silver Spoon Thai Restaurant that features a diverse menu of Thai and Asian inspired entrees.

Other favorite dining options throughout Lynnwood include Astoria Pizza & Pasta, The Rock Wood Fired Pizza, Red Lobster, The Olive Garden, and Sarku Japan. In addition to these favorite spots, there are several locally owned Mexican and Chinese restaurants that serve a wide variety of entrees that have been made from scratch.

If you have a sweet tooth, there are a number of stores that will be sure to cure your cravings. Lynnwood has an abundance of frozen yogurt shops, including Menchie's and Yogurtland, a Pinkabella Cupcakes bakery that serves a variety of cupcakes in various flavors, and See's Chocolate that offers rich, yummy chocolate desserts.

Lynnwood has a number of public transportation and rideshare options available to anyone looking for apartments for rent. Situated in the southern area of the city is the Lynnwood Transit Center, which is a major hub for most local and commuter buses, and in the northern section is Ash Way Park and Ride, another major transit center.

The main provider of public transportation is Community Transit. Community Transit offers numerous bus routes throughout the city of Lynnwood. It even provides quick access to surrounding communities, such as Mill Creek, Mukilteo, Marysville, and Bothell.

A quick trip to downtown Seattle is made possible with the public transportation system offered by Sound Transit. Sound Transit offers daily bus service to downtown Seattle leaving from both Ash Way and Lynnwood Transit Center.

If you are considering commuting to work, there are a number of transportation options available. Both Community Transit and Sound Transit offer commuter service, with limited stops throughout the area, to make getting to downtown Seattle faster in the mornings and evenings. RideShare is another great option that allows people traveling to the same area to pool together and travel in the same van to and from work.

The Alderwood Mall is a central hub for all things shopping. Inside its doors, you will be able to find everything from major retailers, like Macy's and Sears, to small local boutiques. Children will love the American Girl Store, Lego Store, and Build-a-Bear, which are all conveniently located inside the mall. In addition to these great stores, the mall provides access to major cellphone carriers, clothing retailers for children/juniors/men/women, and jewelry stores.

The basic necessities can be purchased at major retailers throughout the city. Lynnwood has two Fred Meyer locations and several other major grocery stores that include QFC and Albertsons. Those who like to buy organic will enjoy shopping at Whole Foods or Trader Joe's, which are also located in Lynnwood.