Lake Stevens

For creative cocktails and delicious shareables, LJ’s Bistro & Bar is a go-to. This family-owned spot is also known for its hospitality, making it a perfect choice for a celebration or simply a night out on the town. You can also pop over to its sister restaurant, The Pines, which has great service, excellent craft cocktails, and incredibly comforting pub food.

For more casual bites, Biscuit & Bean is a Seattle staple that recently opened a second location in Lake Stevens, and locals couldn’t be happier. This bakery and coffee shop makes for a delicious breakfast or midday snack, with sweet and savory options available. Conto’s Pizza & Pasta has been serving generous plates of pasta, authentic Italian entrees, and thick-crust pizzas topped with fresh ingredients since 1990. The setting is reminiscent of old-fashioned Italian spots, giving it a traditional and authentic ambiance.  

Costco Wholesale is a new addition to Lake Stevens, providing residents with high-quality food and goods in bulk. The warehouse is over 169,000 square feet, filled with items ranging from food to stock your pantry to high-quality tents, lifejackets, and toys to use during those blissful Lake Stevens summers. 

Things to Do 

Considering the area’s rich appreciation for recreation and culture, it makes sense that there is no shortage of things to see and do in Lake Stevens. Aquafest is the city’s annual festival and one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest. It has been celebrated almost every summer since 1960, and tens of thousands of locals and tourists attend. The Lake Stevens Farmers Market is relatively new as far as markets go, which brings a fresh sense of excitement and possibility. Locals adore the access to fresh produce and artisan goods, and the recent addition of a winter market only shows how popular and loved this event is.

Lake Stevens boasts nearly 200 acres of green space, with great access to hiking and outdoor recreation. Families love Lundeen Park, where it’s possible to watch salmon spawn in the creek, play on the playgrounds and sports courts, or wade in the lake. Similarly, North Cove Park is great for water access, with a boat launch and a sandy beach perfect for building castles. There’s also the Centennial Trail, which runs for about 30 miles from Downtown Snohomish to Lake McMurray and provides stunning views of the lake and the surrounding countryside, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a more strenuous workout.

Lake Stevens also has convenient access to great shopping. Located in the heart of the city, Frontier Village is a charming shopping center offering many stores and restaurants. You'll find everything from clothing and jewelry to home decor and specialty food items.

Schools

Lake Stevens is served by the Lake Stevens School District, which seeks to foster communities of growth and achievement.  Below are the school districts in the area and their ratings/ranks based on research conducted by https://www.niche.com/.  For individual school ratings, we also recommend looking at https://www.greatschools.org/.

For creative cocktails and delicious shareables, LJ’s Bistro & Bar is a go-to. This family-owned spot is also known for its hospitality, making it a perfect choice for a celebration or simply a night out on the town. You can also pop over to its sister restaurant, The Pines, which has great service, excellent craft cocktails, and incredibly comforting pub food.

For more casual bites, Biscuit & Bean is a Seattle staple that recently opened a second location in Lake Stevens, and locals couldn’t be happier. This bakery and coffee shop makes for a delicious breakfast or midday snack, with sweet and savory options available. Conto’s Pizza & Pasta has been serving generous plates of pasta, authentic Italian entrees, and thick-crust pizzas topped with fresh ingredients since 1990. The setting is reminiscent of old-fashioned Italian spots, giving it a traditional and authentic ambiance.  

Costco Wholesale is a new addition to Lake Stevens, providing residents with high-quality food and goods in bulk. The warehouse is over 169,000 square feet, filled with items ranging from food to stock your pantry to high-quality tents, lifejackets, and toys to use during those blissful Lake Stevens summers. 

Things to Do 

Considering the area’s rich appreciation for recreation and culture, it makes sense that there is no shortage of things to see and do in Lake Stevens. Aquafest is the city’s annual festival and one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest. It has been celebrated almost every summer since 1960, and tens of thousands of locals and tourists attend. The Lake Stevens Farmers Market is relatively new as far as markets go, which brings a fresh sense of excitement and possibility. Locals adore the access to fresh produce and artisan goods, and the recent addition of a winter market only shows how popular and loved this event is.

Lake Stevens boasts nearly 200 acres of green space, with great access to hiking and outdoor recreation. Families love Lundeen Park, where it’s possible to watch salmon spawn in the creek, play on the playgrounds and sports courts, or wade in the lake. Similarly, North Cove Park is great for water access, with a boat launch and a sandy beach perfect for building castles. There’s also the Centennial Trail, which runs for about 30 miles from Downtown Snohomish to Lake McMurray and provides stunning views of the lake and the surrounding countryside, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a more strenuous workout.

Lake Stevens also has convenient access to great shopping. Located in the heart of the city, Frontier Village is a charming shopping center offering many stores and restaurants. You'll find everything from clothing and jewelry to home decor and specialty food items.

Schools

Lake Stevens is served by the Lake Stevens School District, which seeks to foster communities of growth and achievement.  Below are the school districts in the area and their ratings/ranks based on research conducted by https://www.niche.com/.  For individual school ratings, we also recommend looking at https://www.greatschools.org/.