Welcome to the Neighborhood: Sammamish

The city of Sammamish is located up on the plateau, bordering Lake Sammamish and the Snoqualmie Valley. According to Wallethub, a personal finance website that generates rankings for a number of American institutions, “For the second year in a row, the King County city of Sammamish was named best small city in the U.S”.

Sammamish is a great place to reside for many reasons, people move into the plateau for its safety, quality of life provided, affordability, amd economic health. Many people are drawn to the small city because of the suburban feel of owning homes that are spacious and family friendly, along with many places to dine, entertain, and ultimately thrive.

Our recommendations to exploring the “best small city” of Sammamish:

Pine Lake Park — 2401 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075

  • 19 acres of wooded trails and amenities - swimming area, dock, playgrounds, walking paths, and sport courts

  • Perfect park for family/group activities

Mercurys Coffee Company — 22631 NE Inglewood Hill Rd, Sammamish, WA 98074

  • Well known drive-through coffee stand with a few locations around the eastside

  • Great espresso and speciality drinks for all types of coffee lovers

Big Block Brewing Taproom — 3310 E Lake Sammamish PKWY, Sammamish, WA 98075

  • Wide range of brew, wines, and ciders with a great cozy environment

Pine Lake Ale House — 640 228th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA 98074

  • Family friendly restaurant serving great food and wide selection of local beers

Sammamish Commons Park — 550 222nd Pl SE, Sammamish, WA 98074

  • 25 acres in the middle of Sammamish of trails, community gardens, skate parks, playgrounds, and other amenities.

Sammamish Farmers Market — City Hall Common

  • Runs every Wednesday 4-8 pm from mid-May through the end of September

Bala Yoga — 22840 Northeast 8th St. Sammamish, WA

  • The perfect self care or afternoon workout with friends

  • Three free classes upon sign up

Vinason Pho Kitchen — 22830 NE 8th St. Sammamish, WA 98074

  • The best pho around the plateau, perfect lunch spot

Metropolitan Market — 301 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98074

  • Local grocery store with a twist, the best desserts and cookies around found in the bakery

Kimi Pohlman