Now, I know this is supposed to be a site about Seattle bars and restaurants, giving you all the latest information not only on how hot a spot is, but actually how cool it is, but I from time to time there are other Seattle businesses that deserve a shout out so that people know how good they are. This is one of those times.I may have already told this story, but a couple of months ago it snowed in Seattle. I'm sure you knew that if you were in the city at all at that time, because about half the streets were closed (by the way, I'm from Kansas, and that the city only had something like 10 snow plows blew my mind!). I didn't mind though. I have four wheel drive SUV (now, before all you greenies start to get mad and harp at me, you must know it is a Toyota 4Runner, which is on the smaller side and uses much less gas than you'd think). Because it was snowing, however, there was no chance to really get out to a favorite Seattle sports bar or Seattle restaurant. We didn't want to get in a log jam with any crazy drivers.
Instead we decided to head on out to Fred Meyer, our semi-local grocery store, to pick up some goodies, and some board games (I think). Basically we were going to drink at home and have a good old time. On the way, however, I noticed I needed gas. So I pulled into the next gas station I see, get out of the car, and fill 'er up, no problem. When I get back into the car and try to start it, however, the key won't turn in the ignition. The car still works fine, but it is as if the key is for a different car. So we freak out, talk to the gas station guy, he says he's going to tow us if we don't move (by this time there are 6 inches of snow on the ground - he's not towing us anywhere). We leave the car, call Pacific Lock & Key, a Seattle locksmith, and he says he can come first thing in the morning and take care of us.
We met the guy at the gas station the next morning, and I must say, I couldn't be happier with the service we received. He told us what the problem was (the tumblers on the ignition had worn out), tried to fix it the super cheap way, and then told us what he'd have to do to fix it all the way. He was very good at his job, worked very quickly, and charged a very reasonable fee. And then, the next day, when I freaked out and thought the key wasn't working again, he came out to the house, no questions asked, to help me out (I'd tell you that story but it is really embarrassing).
The reason I wanted to write about Pacific Lock & Key (206-784-2332) is because I feel like no matter where you are it is sometimes hard to find a trustworthy person in a service business (car mechanic, plumber, doctor, lawyer, dentist). So when I have an experience that I think is very good, I want to let all of you know about that so you can give them a try. And I would say I recommend these guys 100%.
Next time you will get another great Seattle restaurant review, probably involving wine and cheese (Portalis Wine Shop). Talk to you then!!
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