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The Can Can is one of those places in town that really captures the true flavor and nature of Seattle. They claim to invoke Paris at the turn of the 20th century, but seeing as I wasn't alive at the turn of the century, I'm going to insist it's more like Seattle.  That is to say a little dark, super quirky, and cool.

The place is hidden in plain sight.  It is located behind the Left Bank books and the 1st and Pike flower shop directly in front of Pike Place Market.  And I do believe it is technically part of the underground, as part of the ceiling has glass blocks that are a part of the sidewalk above.

There are burlesque shows almost every night around 9 p.m., but the real prize of the place is it's amazing bar and its tenders.  The Scotch selection in particular is quite extensive if you're interested.  The signature drinks are also very delicious. Belly up to the tiny little bar and ask for Zach's own Ringmaster.  This might be my favorite drink in all of Seattle.

The daily (well, Tuesday through Sunday) Happy Hour (4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.) features drink and appetizer specials, so a couple of cocktails and snacks are very affordable. I can recommend the flat breads as well as the three cheese macaroni and cheese.  Yum.