Emerald City Smoothie is located in the Mercer Plaza on the north end of the island. Come in and enjoy your smoothie…More at one of many high bar tables both inside and outside, or enjoy the ambient light coming in from the large corner windows as you sit in one of their comfortable, over-sized seats. If you're pressed for time, call in ahead and place your order; they'll have your smoothie ready for you.</p> <p>There is a parking garage for your convenience, and the first two hours are free.</p> <p>This location is very involved in the community, sponsoring many schools and sports events. The staff here will put together personalized smoothies based on your tastes--if you like it, let them know and they'll put you in their book so next time you call or come in, they'll know exactly how you want your smoothie.</p>

Albertsons will see to most of your grocery shopping needs in a friendly, homey way. In addition to all the standard…More fare, the store has a kosher deli, a large fresh produce section and a broad offering of fresh meats. Keep an eye on the butcher, as there can be some good deals on seasonal seafood. A Redbox and a Coinstar are some other amenities offered here.</p> <p>On the premises is a full-service pharmacy, which is a good place to think about your flu shots. </p>

Bennett's Pure Food Bistro serves fresh, all-natural food. Owner and Mercer Island resident Kurt Dammeier is…More committed to using ingredients from the Cascade region, spanning Northern California to Southern Alaska and from the Pacific Ocean to Montana.</p> <p>Customers enjoy grilled Penn Cove mussels, Northwest salad and Oregon hazelnut bread pudding, as well as Bennett's innovative weekly specials. Northwest cheeses are featured throughout the menu; Beecher's handmade cheese is in the "World's Best" Mac & Cheese, and Bennett's flagship cheese tops its Burger.</p> <p>A select wine list offers regional draughts from the Columbia, Yakima and Willamette Valleys. Happy Hour is 4pm - 6pm with appetizers, wine and cocktails. Bennett's private dining room seats twenty-five, contains a screen and projector and is popular for family parties, cocktail parties and business meetings.</p>