dana-
we were amazed at how easy it was to get to when we played there... i'm sad more seattle folks don't include the skylark as a 'local' venue... it's seriously not any longer of a drive from ballard than capital hill... you hop on aurora get off on the west seattle bridge, first exit, and it's practically under the bridge. it's faster than going crosstown.

you should go. it's a great place. the food is killer. the people are super friendly. it reminds me of austin clubs. (it's a little bit of a boxy/bright sounding room, but i'm sure they'll dial that in)