Discover 8 Hidden Gems in Edmonds

Edmonds, Washington is a seaside town full of treasures. Whether you’re looking for fresh-catch seafood, a thriving visual or performance art scene, an Indy bookstore, or a unique scuba diving adventure, this charming coastal city has it all — and more. Discover some of the hidden gems of Edmonds.

Edmonds is a walkable waterfront town with inviting sandy beaches, stunning views, and plenty of space for aquatic recreation. It’s also home to multiple fresh-catch seafood restaurants, a captivating creative scene, and lots of opportunities for shopping local.

From Indy bookshops and record stores, to unique bottle shops, and personalized culinary experiences, Edmonds is a seaside city full of wonder. We’ve put together a list that includes eight of the best hidden gems in Edmonds. Discover them all on your next trip to this charming coastal community on the Salish Sea.

1. MARKET Edmonds – Fresh seafood straight from Puget Sound to your tastebuds

MARKET Edmonds is a walk-up counter selling fresh crab, lobster, fish, shrimp, and other seafood from straight from Salish Sea. The PNW lobster roll is a local legend, but don’t sleep on the tacos, which feature corn tortillas, mango salsa, queso fresco, cilantro sauce, and the freshest fish and shrimp you can imagine. The tacos are worth the trip alone.

MARKET Edmonds
508 Mian Street

2. Cascadia Art Museum – A curated look at the history of artistry in the PNW



Inside of this mid-mod building (which is actually, remarkably, a converted grocery store) is a premiere collection of Pacific Northwest paintings and sculpture. Cascadia Art Museum fills a unique niche by displaying local fine art from the late 19th century through the 1970s. Nothing too abstract. Plenty of detailed portraiture and evocative landscapes.

Cascade Art Museum
190 Sunset Ave

3. Edmonds Underwater Park – A beach-side sanctuary for marine life and underwater education

The Edmonds Underwater Park is an underwater park and wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to helping the public to identify underwater species and learn about conservation. It was founded in 1970 and offers classes and guided tours, but you’ll need to bring your own dry suit. Note: The underwater park is for experienced divers.

Edmonds Underwater Park
North of the Edmonds Ferry Terminal

4. Edmonds Bookshop – Indy bookstore with a great selection and cozy atmosphere

Edmonds Bookshop is a cozy local bookstore in the center of town. The shelves are filled with books accompanied by handwritten recommendation notes from staff. It’s the perfect place to pick up a new read to enjoy on the beach or the ferry.

Edmonds Bookshop
111 5th Avenue

5. Table for 12 – A unique culinary experience dishing up community, love, and food

Food is a love language for many people, and the best way to expand your flavorful vocabulary is being in the kitchen! Table for 12 is a vibrant kitchen studio in downtown Edmonds that offers evening and week cooking classes for up to 12 guests. It’s a hands-on experience in creating tasty dishes with the help of a professional chef. The most exciting part of the class is sitting down with your fellow chefs to enjoy a communal meal of your creations over wine and laughter. Good times, memories, and friendships abound. Note: Classes fill up fast, so book in advance.

Table for 12
320 5th Avenue

6. Musicology Co. – A record shop that's spinning vinyl and fostering creativity

Musicology Co. is Snohomish County’s only woman-owned record store and it amplifies musical creativity, artistry, inclusivity—and of course, vinyl—in the Edmonds Creative District. The shop is bright and inviting, with aesthetics that conjure thoughts of a 70’s gold-laden glam recording studio (think ABBA or BeeGees) with a hint of 90’s Seattle grunge (think Soundgarden or Pearl Jam) and a touch of modern boutique vibes. And if you’re lucky enough to visit Musicology Co. on a Saturday, you might find yourself flipping through vinyl amid a live music performance that takes place during the shop’s weekly Saturday Sessions. It’s a must-visit for record collectors and music fans visiting Edmonds.

Musicology Co.
420 5th Avenue

7. Edmonds Center for the Arts – Performance art center featuring today’s best acts

The broad Art Deco facade of a WPA-style building conceals a 700-seat theater that hosts with singers, dancers, and all manner of performing artists. The Edmonds Center for the Arts is a nonprofit organization and a major hub of the arts community in Edmonds. The venue hosts local-, national-, and internationally renowned musicians, theater acts as well as vintage cinema screenings.

Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 4th Avenue North

8. Brigid’s Bottle Shop – A large selection of beer from the PNW and beyond

When you’re looking for the best beer selection in Edmonds, go where the locals go: Brigid’s Bottleshop. This specialty shop features 24 taps and 18 rotating favorites, including beer, cider, non-alcoholic beer, and wine, alongside 100s brews b bottled and ready to go. Brigid’s is also kid-and dog-friendly.

Brigid’s Bottle Shop
188 Sunset Avenue South

This list contains several hidden gems, but it doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of all there is to discover in Edmonds, Washington.

Nick Shekeryk

Nick Shekeryk