Meet your Google Places Neighbor: Armando Gonzalez

Editor’s Note: Now and then we'll spotlight one of our amazing Google Places reviewers. Both so you guys can start to get to know one another and so we can pull together and share our favorite local places. Today we introduce you to Armando Gonzalez from Seattle.

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How long have you lived in your city and why did you move there?
My entire life.  You get a little of everything every season.  And the food always fresh and unique and changing!

What do you like to do in your spare time?
Read, EAT(!!!), cook, run, wine tasting.

Do you have any secret talents?
It really is a big secret because I don't even know about it!

What's your favorite thing about sharing reviews on Places?
Getting recommendations on new places to try and influences from friends.

Share an ultimate insider tip for your city:
Come during Dine Around Seattle or Seattle Restaurant Week— especially so you can go to Capital Grill where you can get their $40 steak included in their $28 3-course meal!

If you could see any celebrity's reviews on Places, who would you choose and why?
Kathy Griffin....actually Maggie Griffin's....l can only imagine what she'd say about real food and wine that isn't out of a box...TIP IT!

What would your superpower be?
Super speed.

Finally, can you share any of your favorite Seattle places with us?

Sixth Avenue Wine Seller - Pretty much family run and you can tell! The staff is SUPER friendly, they have fun events like Thirsty Thursdays or the occasional viewing of an event (Games, award shows, etc). Bev, the owner, has always been spot on with her wine suggestions. If you don't find what you want, they can usually order it for you.

Confectional - Mini cheesecakes...nuff said!

Molly Moon - Unique flavors that are rotated seasonally like Maple Bacon, Gingerade, or Spring Garlic - and they're all great!

Theo Chocolate - Hands down my favorite chocolate. Absolutely love the newest addition - Dark Chocolate Salted Almond bar. Make a reservation to go on the tour sometime, might learn something new, and if not you at least get some chocolate to try :)

Maltby Cafe - You'd think you're in Texas by how big the cinnamon rolls and plates of food are here! If you come by on a weekend or a holiday make sure that you come early or have plenty of time to wait for a table.Liked: Food, Service, Atmosphere, Value

Posted by Charles Koh, Seattle community manager