This is really a great hidden gem if you were looking for a bold, rich, flavorful cup of coffee and a quick delicious breakfast.The Arepa was delicious. I have not had one before, but it was crispy and was the perfect vessel for some fluffy, scrambled eggs and crispy bacon. read more

Arosa Cafe - Breakfast arepa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Only stopped in for a coffee to go, and found the place to be cute! Not a lot of tables, but I liked the vibe! They had some Spanish music, and spoke in Spanish which was lovely so I just spoke to them in Spanish! Coffee was good too, I wouldn't mind coming back to try a food item or two! read more

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Such a cute little spot! The owner is so lovely and you can tell they really care about the community. The paninis were delicious too! Just an all-around great place. read more

I ordered a breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. The service is amazing and the food is great. The ambiance is so good and refreshing. I highly recommend this place!!! read more

Arosa Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I think its family owned and they're super nice. I never write reviews so the fact that i did shows how good this spot is. The food i got was rlly good but also the food everyone one else order looked great too. read more

Arosa Cafe - Waffle and coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We just finished having breakfast from Here. To say that we door dashed it and it was incredible. So I can only imagine the food must be even more phenomenally fresh. Can't rate service but it was quickly prepared. Same as ambiance, don't know how it looks. But the food is totally worth it. No pics because we scarfed down, the egg arepa, the dulce the leche waffle and the bacon egg and cheese sandwich, but delish!! read more

I had an appointment in the area with some time to kill beforehand so I stopped in at Arosa Café. This is a quaint little coffee shop with a few sit-down areas and plenty of parking in the lot or on the street. I ordered a decaf americano and a banana/nutella waffle and both items were superbly delicious and priced fairly! Service was friendly and personable, though I do believe the gentleman in line behind me received his coffee and food before I did. Though I was in no rush and it's not worth knocking any stars off. I know I will be in the area for future appointments, and I certainly will not hesitate to stop in here again. read more

Amazing place. The waffles are delicious. Very good service, very friendly owner. We accidentally took the fork with us so we brought it back haha. read more

Delightful service and very clean cafe. Cesar is passionate about his products and the customer's experience. I ordered an iced matcha tea, but it was too sweet for my taste. Cesar offered to make an unsweetened version, but since it was a premade powder, I opted for an iced tea instead. This was fine. The arepas themselves are delicious. Great texture, flavor, and chew. My friend had one with black beans which she said was good, but not as warm as could be. The shredded beef in mine was also not hot (so the cheese didn't melt) but it does not take away from the experience. Cesar said the flavor and the way the meat is sliced is authentically Venezuelan. Nice location, sufficient parking and we were told by another guest that there is typically a line out the door. We waltzed in 30 minutes before closing and were served quickly. Definitely worth a stop. read more

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My new favorite mocha. They use real chocolate not the grainy scoop flavoring. The service is always kind and welcoming. Clean and comfortable inside for dine in choices. Yum! read more

Arosa Cafe may be small, but it sure makes up for it with its comfy PNW decor, great service, and delightful food. Hidden in a plaza next to the arboretum, this place can be easy to miss - but it's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a nice brunch scene. My wife and I ordered: Chicken avocado panini Carne mechada panini Chicken coconut curry soup The paninis were nice and light, and I would highly recommend the chicken avocado panini. I do love my paninis, and the char was crispy and the avocado added a lot of flavor with each bite. The carne mechada was a bit dry - however, the owner quickly brought out some garlic aioli, which was a huge savior for the panini. Overall, the paninis were pretty tasty. Not a huge fan of the soups - they were pretty mediocre. But the paninis were great, and I was eyeing, with great envy, every waffle that passed my way (they looked nice too). The food's pretty good - not the best, but far from the worst. But what gives this place its unique "umph" that pushes this review to a 5-star rating is its vibe and the pleasantries of the staff. The walls are adorned with photos and art that adds to the character of the cafe, and there's a mini-makers mart on the other side to help sell small trinkets and candles to support local artists. It's a sight to behold, and one that just makes this place that much more lovable. So come on in to Arosa's Cafe and admire the cozy nature of this shop. They are planning on establishing another location up north in Ravenna, and we will soon be frequenting that location once it settles. read more

Arosa Cafe - Carne Mechada Panini with Chicken 12 oz - Chicken Coconut Curry Soup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The food here is really good but the standout is truly the amazing service. This is functionally a "grab n' go" coffee shop but...done to the highest possible level. The breakfast sandwiches are handmade and delicious and there is a deluxe, but tiny, indoor dining area and two small tables outside. I was a bit disappointed to not find any arepas (the main reason I came here), but the staff informed me that they only do those on Saturday. Also a bummer that they charge for coffee refills. read more

Arosa Cafe - LumberJack - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a cute spot with such friendly service! I couldn't decide between breakfast or lunch so ended up getting (to share) the Strawberry Nutella Waffle, Eggplant Panini and an egg sandwich. The waffle was a huge hit, and the eggplant panini wasn't all wet and soggy when I got home like many other paninis can be while ordering takeout. I'll have to go back to try the coffee, but the prices here are great for what you get and it's such a treat to be able to try multiple things on the menu as a vegetarian, instead of just being stuck with one option. Can't wait to come again! xxo, Liana read more

best latte i've had in seattle, reasonably priced, and the owner is the nicest guy ever 10/10 service

The Avocado Chicken Sandwich was fantastic--definitely a highlight! Unfortunately, I'm giving just 2 stars due to the coffee, ambience, and service. I ordered a flat white, and it was one of the worst coffees I've had in Seattle. The service also fell short; When we ordered, we clearly specified that it was for here. Upon arrival, there were a few tables already occupied, and since the food was being served on plates, we expected the same for our order. Instead, we received our meals wrapped up for takeout without any plates. It took a while for them to realize their mistake and eventually provide us with plates. But by then we had almost eaten our sandwiches The place is small, so it can get quite loud when it's busy. I'll definitely return for that sandwich, but only for takeout next time. read more

Staff was super friendly when we asked for recommendations. Tried the oreo waffle, mixed berry waffle, and initially ordered one beef arepa. The arepa was so good, my boyfriend and I were fighting over it so we had to order another one. Highly recommend! Waffles were yummy, reasonably priced- would recommend the oreo one if you are looking for something indulgent. Overall, such a hidden gem with reasonable pricing and great food and staff to back it up. read more

Food: 4.5/5 | Service: 4/5 | Experience: 4/5 This cafe near the arboretum was a good start to the day. The cafe itself has several tables, but it seems like most folks take their breakfast to go. I ordered the black forest ham panini and the strawberry liege waffle. My order took just a bit longer than I had anticipated, but nothing egregious. The portion size for the panini was smaller than expected, but the taste and sandwich itself was good. I would say the highlight was the liege waffle, which was soft and warm and topped with whipped cream. read more

Arosa Cafe - strawberry liege waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Super friendly, family run cafe. Try their rich mocha or any of their other espresso drinks. While I always enjoy their breakfast sandwiches, my favorite is the chicken avocado panini or a more recent addition, their arepa. Caesar always greats me with a smile and brightens my day. The cafe has been a cornerstone of the neighborhood and it is great to see many regulars and fellow neighbors there. read more

LOVE this place: warm welcomes, delicious food and coffee, & a great place to catch up with friends, colleagues, or oneself. read more

Arosa Cafe - Pabellon arepa with avocado added: deluxe and delicious luncheon. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The service here was amazing and so welcoming. I really enjoyed the liege waffles and the mocha is a must get!! If you're hungry, order the Arepa Pabellon, it's super filling and delicious. There's a free parking lot and a few small tables outside if you decide to bring your dog! read more

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After a leisurely stroll with our 10 month old around the neighborhood over the weekend, we decided to stop in Arosa for a quick bite and drink for the first time. We were greeted with warmth by Cesar. He was kind to our needy 10 month old and even offered her a short coffee cup to play with. Our genuine convo with him sharing parenthood and all of its ups and downs was a wonderful respite from the cold. My liege waffle was delicious (sweet slightly crunchy with a warm fluffy interior) and my husband enjoyed his arepa. We will be back! read more

The service was super friendly and efficient! Very kind people! It also had a really pretty ambiance. The waffle was tasty. The matcha was pretty good. I'd certainly recommend it. read more

Arosa Cafe - Strawberry Waffle and Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped here on the way home from the Washington Park Arboretum. There's a small parking lot for the shopping place. Decided to try the signature mocha but iced and a chocolate croissant. Croissant was available immediately and the mocha was ready within a minute. Not only was the croissant delicious, the Iced mocha was outstanding, just the right amount of sweet with the right amount of coffee. There are a few tables inside with a couple of tables outside and gives the feel of a coffee nook. I want to try their waffles next time when I visit. read more

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The cafe was super busy when I came in around 11 on a Saturday. The server (owner?) was very kind and working very hard to make sure everyone was getting what they needed. I love the fact that they host local artists' projects to sell to folks in the cafe. It made for a super cozy atmosphere in community. I ordered an oat iced matcha and I enjoyed it. Just note that it is sweetened. read more

Arosa Cafe - Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food and drinks were very good! Everything was tasty food made with love. The service was great I think that was what I liked the most. The gentleman that took our order has a great positive attitude. The ambiance of the place is also nice, a very welcoming place. I would recommend people to dine there it was a great experience. read more

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The food was delicious! I had a plain waffle with butter and syrup. We also had an arepa with black beans and mozzarella cheese and spinach and feta pastry. The service was fantastic too. Low music playing . read more

Arosa Cafe - Plain waffle plus a spinach and feta pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Cesar is honestly the best. The food is always amazing, no matter how busy, he still makes you feel so welcome. The location is so cozy and homey. Makes you feel very welcome and safe. When we come back into town, we will be back. It's always a must do for every time we come to Seattle. read more

We were headed to the Seattle Japanese Gardens and this cute little cafe was close by. We wanted to grab a quick bite and some coffee to start off our day. We got oatmilk lattes (iced and hot). My husband got a chocolate croissant warmed up and I got the egg and cheese on ciabatta with sausage. There is some indoor seating and a couple small tables outside in front. It was such a nice day so we elected to sit outside. They brought us our food when it was ready. My egg and cheese on ciabatta with sausage totally hit the spot. The ciabatta bread tasted fresh. Sometimes ciabatta can be hard but this one wasn't. It was filled with the perfect balance of egg, cheese, and sausage. They brought out some tapatio hot sauce for me, too. The sandwich was warm and delicious. My husband tried a bite of mine and he decided to get one for himself! Service is top notch. The owner is very friendly and he made us feel super welcome. We enjoyed our experience here! read more

Arosa Cafe - Egg and cheese on ciabatta with sausage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Flavors were very good and eveything was fresh. The Nutella and Strawberry waffle was the best thing we got, it was delicious!! Breakfast sandwiches were decent. One huge problem was the Perico Arepa came with diced ham - this is not traditionally how that style of arepa is made and it would be greatly upsetting to a vegetarian who ordered this thinking and reading that there is no meat. They should most definitely get their menu updated to reflect ingredient accuracy. Domino Arepa did not have enough cheese, and we even ordered it with extra. Overall, the arepas in general were disappointing. read more

Iced mocha was so tasty!! You can tell they love the folks in the neighborhood and they love them back. The coffee came back a little warm for an iced latte but still nothing short of delicious! read more

Arosa Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The breakfast sandwich was excellent. Good coffee, friendly service. Convenient parking.

After a long walk thru the arboretum I decided to stop in for a snack and coffee. Was greeted quickly, served just as fast and pleasantly surprised with how tasty it was! Friendly service, fresh strawberries, tasty latte and decent pricing. read more

Arosa Cafe - Oatmilk latte and strawberry waffle. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped by before heading over to the Japanese Garden. Loved loved the food but more importantly loved how friendly everyone was. Everyone who worked there was so nice, who I assume was the owner gave us a little backstory on how the menu came to be. Latin meets European because of their Venezuelan culture. Will definitely come back! read more

Arosa Cafe - Sausage, egg Breakfast Plain - Lige Waffle Caramel Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really good food and really nice people. Would totally come back for lunch again. Small place but worth having the food.

What can you find at Arosa? Comfort, warmth, community and amazing arepas. I'm so glad this place is only a couple blocks from us, because it's always an easy decision to stop by to get a delicious meal. The secret sauce is truly Cesar & Adriana though. Every time my husband and I visit Arosa, we leave happier than how we came in and it's all thanks to them. They also genuinely care about each and every one of their customers & are overall awesome human beings. Come here for the Saturday arepas, liege waffles, hot chocolate, matcha lattes, paninis and soups. Stay for the people read more

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Cute little cafe with plants, pictures and limited seating inside and outside. The coffee was good and the panini sandwiches quite interesting. They mash up the ingredients inside the bread which kind of works in a no-mess way. The plain waffle my kid tried was also pretty good, but I'd definitely try the loaded up one that I could see other patrons getting. read more

Arosa Cafe - Avocado chicken and carne paninis - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Strawberry Nutella waffle and matcha latte were delicious, family running the place was lovely :)

Turkey panini is decent, but not amazing. It's cute inside but rlly hot in the summer. The outdoor seating is nice tho!

I only came here for the coffee, so I can't speak to the food, but the value for taste at this place was off. The one star goes to the staff. They were prompt and had our order out quick. We got two lattes--just normal lattes--to accompany us on a walk around the Arboretum. For the price I was really hoping I would be wowed, but it tasted like burnt drip coffee and milk. It was difficult to drink and neither of us finished our drinks. This spot might be more of a cozy eatery (there was indoor and outdoor seating) but everyone we saw eating also had coffee so we figured it was worth a try. Nada. If you're looking solely for coffee, try elsewhere. read more

I am all up for supporting local coffee shops but $6.25 for a small coffee is ridiculous!! Service is great and ambience is nice. However, the food and drinks are pricey read more