Cicero Reviews Cactus; Paratii Craft Bar is Closing

BALLARD— Ballard's Paratii bar is closing. The owner tells Nosh Pit he has a new distillery project in the works. Paratii's last night will be February 15, the day after Valentine's Day. Where's the love? [Seattle Met]

SOUTH LAKE UNION— No prickly review here. Providence Cicero had a swell time during her recent visit to the SLU Cactus. She claims the neighborhood cafe turned mini-Mexican chain hasn't lost any of its warmth since its original Madison Park incarnation. She even still likes the flan. [Seattle Times]

CAPITOL HILL— Pass the chips and guac! The Mexican food scene is really taking off on Capitol Hill. Torteria Barriga Llena and La Cocina de Oaxaca are two of the latest. Capitol Hill Seattle has all the delicious details. [CHS]