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Askatu Bakery Cafe

4.4 (79 reviews)
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Bacon breakfast. Sooo freakin goooooood!!
Ghina N.

Yummy yummy worth it. Love supporting local business it's delicious please come here so many goodies and desserts. I'll definitely be back to try the sausage breakfast and the turkey pesto!

Receipt, overpriced small cookies that did not taste good.
Nic N.

Had a great lunch at the Indian restaurant next door, so I thought I treat myself to a midday coffee and cookies. Ordered their large oat latte (6.75$) and two very small cookies (one bite)(5$ and 6$) total came out to be 18$+ 15% tip. Shared one cookie with my coworker, we both are unimpressed and for the price point, will sure not give it another try. Note there are no price anywhere in their bakery display or labeling of the contents. We have to second guess it was some sort of sugar cookies with jam. Asking the worker, they seem to be hesitant of exactly what it was but did assure us that it was delicious. The oat latte I got was not any good, coffee was lacking and mellow taste of oat was more dominant. Two stars (instead of one) because the bakery is vegan/gluten/nuts/dairy free, I do know a few friends and will recommend it to them but I can't justify the price/taste personally.

Tea cookies
Stephanie C.

It's impressive how their foods contain none of the most common allergens. The pastries taste decent, but I find most of it tasteless. I tried every flavored tea cookie and the only ones that got a speck of taste were the lavender and early gray. The cookies were surpassingly soft but it also had a weird taste and it felt like biting down on a sugar cube. Would I get it again? Definitely. They may not be the best cookies in the world but it's simplicity and uniqueness is enough to crave more. Except, I wouldn't pay $1.50 a piece and it's mainly the price that's preventing me from coming back. There's minimum seating and the inside is dim, so take out is more common. I appreciate an establishment like this but if you don't have any allergies it's not worth going out of your way for.

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Brooke S.

Loved this allergy friendly bakery!! The bakery is a cozy little gem for anyone that has food allergies or just wants a sweet treat/ coffee. Service was very friendly and knowledgeable about all ingredients. I got a latte and we got a variety of baked goods as well as a savory breakfast sandwich. Everything was tasty and we even went back to get some items to take home. Best selection will be earlier in the day. We got there about 20-30 minutes after they opened and had everything to choose from.

assorted cookies, all amazing
Ashley K.

so glad this spot exists! i was headed to dinner with friends, one of whom has severe peanut allergies that can tend to make him understandably fearful of tree nuts and general food cross-contamination. this spot was conveniently near the bus i had to take, so i stopped in to grab desserts. their no nutter butters were a huge hit, and i loved that they offered to put the sticker with the ingredients on the package. that allowed everyone to fully enjoy and indulge in these chickpea cookies that were shockingly nut butter-y! so good. i also grabbed the rest of the freshly baked cookies they had in the display case, and all were really delicious. such kind service, too. thank you!

Jude N.

Disclaimer: This is a review purely based on my experience of them on tgtg. They might be actually good at the store but I don't know. I got a surprised bag from them on tgtg. It was like $6. They claimed the items were worth $13. Guess what the items were? A very tiny cupcake and 2 tiny cookies. And they were super stale as well. What's the point of putting them on tgtg when I could actually buy these with like $6? Not to mention they don't even taste good. This tgtg experience really left me a bad taste in my mouth. If their intention was to have people have a taste of their bakery, they were doing a terrible job. If they wanted to make every single dollar out of their day old bakery and be greedy, they were doing a fantastic job then.

Breakfast sandwich with bacon and mung bean
Kelsey R.

Such a cute spot! I felt welcomed the moment I walked in, and the staff smiled at me. I was able to indulge in my first ever gluten free moon cake (they had ube and red bean flavor available), and snack on some delightful tea cookies. I also ordered a breakfast sandwich with bacon and egg made from mung bean that I enjoyed. The woman/BIPOC owner has a daughter that grew up with a wide array of allergies, which inspired her to open this bakery/restaurant. Since the entire facility is not only GF/ DF, but free of many allergens - I felt very comfortable eating here. A few patrons came in while I was eating here to pick up a pre-ordered cake. Definitely the perfect spot to pre-order a cake for your friend with allergies!

Chocolate chip cookie

Great service! The sweet person behind the counter helped us with everything, and we left with a big smile on our faces. Would absolutely recommend. Also, the dessert was really good! Got a chocolate chip cookie and some small button-y things (forgot the name). Excellent stuff.

Oatmeal cookie Whoopi sandwich
Britni L.

Gluten free bakery! Walked here on our way to seeing the Space Needle on recommendation from a gf blogger. Got there really late in the day right before closing so selection was minimal (but fine). I chose a piece of pumpkin bread which was moist and spicy and an oatmeal raisin Whoopie sandwich with cream in it. That thing was so soft and perfect, I was kind of full but couldn't stop eating it on the way to the Space Needle. So good. Doesn't taste or feel gluten free, great textures. Anyone would love this place

ube mooncake
Michael D.

TL;DR: Food: spectacular Drink: OK Ambiance: dive beer meets bakery Value: expensive We've been walking by Askatu it seems like forever. We're vegan, and I've been looking to get vegan mooncakes, so I contacted them via IG, and they said that during the mooncake season they generally have them available. So we stopped by. That day they had ube mooncakes. These are small Asian pastries -- maybe 4-inches wide? Full disclosure, I have never had these before, but these things were AMAZING. Just absolutely AMAZING. I figured they would be good (how can pastries NOT be good?), but these were full of flavor. My wife, who is much more critical than I am as far as baked goods go, also commented how great they are. We ate at the bakery. The bakery is a little hole in the wall. A handful of tables in various states of operability. It's a fun vibe -- think dive bar meets bakery. The person working the counter was super friendly. The drinks are average. My wife had a latte and I had a matcha tea. They're not bad mind you, just not anything memorable. Value: for two mooncakes, a latte, and a matcha tea, it came to just under $40 with 25% tip. The mooncakes themselves were $10 each. We live in Seattle, so I expect things to be expensive, but even I thought this was on the high side. YMMV. One thing that detracts is that they have a transparent shower curtain between you and the cash register, with a giant hole cut out. Presumably this was installed in early pandemic days, and frankly, knowing what is known now about Covid, this eyesore just should be removed. It doesn't extend all the way to the ceiling (there's at least a four or five foot gap above); there's a giant hole cut out in the middle so you can access the credit card terminal; etc. Therefore, there's no way it does anything to spread transmission of Covid. I respect people who are concerned about transmission, but it doesn't help anyone to have such ineffective measures. Overall, I like this place.

Sabrina C.

Let me preface this by first saying that I am a home baker, not vegan or gluten free, and not plagued by any allergies other than nuts. I also ordered from Too Good to Go so perhaps the items I got were just their worse items considering they were left at the end of the day. I do like the idea of this place for people who need it, but if allergies do not prevent you from eating regular baked goods then this likely is NOT the place for you. I decided to give this place a chance because I did see good reviews from non allergen intolerant people but I have to say I was very disappointed. I've had other gluten free and vegan baked goods elsewhere that were passable, but both the textures and flavors here were just very very off and I didn't manage to finish a single thing I got (pumpkin tart, chocolate bundt cake, 2 cookies of unknown flavor).

Basic breakfast sandwich and sausage breakfast sandwich
pren w.

We got 2 breakfast sandwiches and a pop tart. All delicious. The vegan egg was delicious. Husband eats meant so he got the sandwich with sausage. Everything here is allergen free. It's was $36 for 2 sandwiches and a pop tart plus tip which is pretty steep but when your husband is allergic to gluten and dairy it's just nice to be able to find somewhere he can eat worry free.

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I visited this spot around 11:40 AM on a Friday, and it wasn't too crowded. The space is casual…read morewith limited seating, but it felt comfortable enough to enjoy a quick bite. I originally planned to just grab a coffee and a croissant, but after noticing how popular the mushroom Gruyere croissant seemed, I decided to give it a try and I'm so glad I did. It was incredibly delicious, perfectly filling, and even better when warmed up. The staff member kindly offered to heat it for me, which really elevated the whole experience. While they serve Umbria coffee, which isn't my personal favorite, the food more than made up for it. The service was warm and friendly, and the overall vibe was welcoming. I'll definitely be back to try the mushroom croissant again or maybe explore some of their other pastries next time.

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I've been hesitant to visit Sea Wolf Bakers due to their prices. $8 baguette? Oomph. Well, in early…read moreMarch I finally decided to give them a try. And now I'm a regular... Through several visits: Baguette, Large ($7.95) - Great baguette with bubbling golden exterior complete with the perfectly baked crust even after waiting 3 hours before cutting in and eating. The interior has the perfect moisture level and is delightfully soft and chewy. The taste overall has a deep developed flavor. This is a great baguette. The only problem - the price. I can find ones for half the price that are maybe 80% as good as this one. (5/5) Seasonal Biscuit ($4.50) - This biscuit definitely isn't Southern-style. It's more of a drop biscuit, combining a relatively soft and tender interior with a nice exterior crust, without any flakiness or layering. The interior is almost cake-like in texture and crumb, and is plenty moist. They add plenty of fresh black pepper inside. It's distributed very evenly, giving a peppery bite with every mouthful. Parmesan is added to the top of the biscuit before baking, giving plenty of umami and richness but only on the upper layer. (4/5) Green Vinaigrette Cafeteria Style Pizza ($6.25) - The pizza is kept under a warming lamp, so it starts getting a little dried out after I assume a couple of hours spent there. I do love the base though - it's focaccia-like giving a really crunchy dark golden brown crust underneath, which supports the toppings. The pizza slice has lots of structural integrity and doesn't flop over. There's a base of fragrant concentrated tomato paste-like flavor which is topped with a very even layer of cheese. Since it's warmed rather than freshly baked, the cheese starts congealing a bit. The cheese is peppered with parsley, garlic, and a bunch of mustard seeds, giving a special zing. The toppings go all the way to the sides of the pie, making it great for people who dislike crust. Even though it's cafeteria style pizza that's kept under heat lamps, I quite liked it. I wonder if I can get a really fresh slice if I get there right at 11AM when lunch starts. (5/5) Chocolate Croissant ($6.10) - Great lamination with a very aesthetic honeycomb pattern. Baked on the harder side, causing fantastic crispy flaky layers to flake off, but also creating a darker golden brown character that is on the verge of bitterness. Nicely buttery soft and chewy interior. Chocolate is a darker variety, probably somewhere around 70%, so it has a pleasing balanced sweetness and chocolate flavor. It's not typical baton, instead seems to be a section from a bar. Still warm and melty even through I didn't eat the croissant until ~30 minutes after purchasing. When cooled down further, some red fruity notes start appearing, so this seems to be be pretty high quality. (5/5) White Sourdough ($12.60) - Now this is a loaf of bread. Superb crust, probably 2 or 3 times as thick compared to competitors, creating a supreme crusty bite with a chew approaching a hard crunch with almost caramelized molasses notes on the bottom. The interior is moist and tender with a pleasing slight sourdough tang. It's a superb piece of craftsmanship. (5/5) Kouign Amann ($5.80) - This is another heavier bake with some acridity development on the top surface. Unlike many other bakeries where the kouign amann is basically a differently shaped croissant with sugar glaze, Sea Wolf's version feels more in line with tradition. The crumb is denser and richer, more like brioche. There's interesting black speckling inside which I believe is due to the inclusion of espresso powder given the mild coffee-like flavor. The crust is again baked hard, but it's lighter and not as flaky as the croissant. They sprinkle just a bit of salt on top of a very light caramelized sugar glaze. It's not very sweet and I didn't find it too salty unlike some other reviewers. (5/5) Plain Focaccia Slice ($4.80) - Good quality olive oil, some salt sprinkled on top to boost the flavors. Light and airy interior, but the exterior is a little wan, being more light golden brown and lacking some good crusty crisp especially on the fried bottom. Quite oily. (4/5) Sea Wolf gives out free sourdough starter, which can be requested from the cashier. Since picking it up several weeks ago, I've gone through several feed/bake cycles for making sourdough focaccia. I've visited Sea Wolf 3 or 4 times in the last month. That's a testament to how high quality their pastries and breads are. I think the only thing stopping me from visiting more is thanks to the starter I got from them fanning my baking instincts. I bake so much now that I don't have any need to buy their bread! Note: Sea Wolf charges a 3% credit card fee. This is not noted on their menu - it only appears in the POS right before paying. Kind of sketchy. Bathrooms - Single unisex room

I visited many bakeries in Seattle, and Sea Wolf was an OK stop…read more Sea Wolf has an epic patio space with tons of seating and also some indoor seating to choose from. The kitchen is open, so you can watch as all of the scrumptious pastries are made. I liked the vibe here a lot. The space is shared with a bagel shop, but there is plenty of room for everyone. Service was fine. The line moved fast, and the prices were reasonable, comparable to other bakeries in Seattle. While I enjoyed the vibe at Sea Wolf Bakers a lot, I didn't think their pastries and coffee were nearly as good as some others I tried in Seattle. The espresso shot I tried was extremely bitter and just not as smooth as it should have been. The savory croissant was ok, but it lacked any big flavors, and the texture wasn't really croissant-like. The hit cross bun was just unimpressive and not very good at all. Overall, I would probably skip Sea Wolf Bakers next time. It's ok, but there are so many other amazing bakeries too. Maybe I tried the wrong stuff?

Temple Pastries - Line inching closer. Found out later I could've bypassed line & got TGTG order from barista. (8/10/25)

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Atlantic

I've been to Temple Pastries a few times now, mostly for getting pastries and drinks to go. As the…read moreother reviews indicate, there can be very long lines depending on the time of day that you get there. There really has been no rhyme or reason on when there are long or short lines, but for your sake, hope that you get a short line. Inside, there is a decent amount of seating upstairs and downstairs (though only one bathroom), but this seems like it would be a great spot to meet with a friend or coworker or try to get some work done. I'm a big fan of the horchata brioche donut, so that's what I recommend you try. The pastries are reasonably priced and freshly made, and if you don't like things that are too sweet they will be perfect for you. I think the only complaint I've had is the drinks the barista has made can be very hit or miss, especially once with Chai I had. The barista was nice enough to remake the drink, but that's probably one area of improvement. Overall, this is a great little spot and I look forward to coming back again.

Great coffee with a mezzanine, outdoor seating, and free wifi. The star of this show, by far, are…read morethe pastries. The breakfast sandwiches available after 0700 are savor-y and packed with flavor. I see issues with customer service and I get it. Sometimes, the person taking my order isn't very thrilled. The other day, when I asked to confirm a particular drink was mine (as the drink was prepared for to-go instead of here), I received a judgemental stare. But I come here often and have learned how busy they get. I get exhausted just watching them! and I am so grateful this cafe is here. As someone coming from another cafe-focused city, this was the first place that really made me feel like I was home. Stellar food, beverages, and ambience. Only other complaint is lack of outlets for charging.

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Fantastic pastries! Wife and I walked down from our hotel and found some of the best pastries we've…read morehad in some time.

My boyfriend and I were super excited to try a new place for breakfast and loved the variety of…read morepastries available at this bakery, especially since a lot of nearby cafes don't have a lot of great food options. I ordered a 16oz iced oat milk mocha and loved how perfectly the chocolate was incorporated into my drink! It tasted sweet and the coffee added the robust flavour I love in my mochas My boyfriend had never tried a Moroccan Fog before and he loved how sweet it was without him having to add sugar. He especially loved that it had just the right amount of mint flavoring without being toothpaste For breakfast, I ordered their fruit danish! I love that they had different options of fruit to pick from and I chose blueberry! The pastry was perfectly flaky and I loved how fresh the blueberry tasted. My boyfriend ordered the chocolate croissant because he was excited at the idea of the chocolate being piped through the croissant and also drizzled over the top, but it turns out the dark brown parts on top are just design and not more chocolate. Still, he was pleased with the amount of chocolate in the croissant and the bite I had was heavenly. The champagne cake caught my eye as I was ordering and I just had to try a bite, it was absolutely delicious and fresh. I loved how light the cake was and the layers of flavour through the whole dessert! I love how bright and airy the cafe is! My boyfriend and I were easily able to find seating by the windows and enjoyed the gorgeous view of the space needle and people watching as we shared breakfast. The staff here was also patient and welcoming. We'll definitely have to come back and try more of their pastries!!

Saint Bread - Sakura bun - there's jam inside

Saint Bread

(335 reviews)

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University District

Finally made it out to Saint Bread and I loved it! Arrived around 9am on a Friday morning and…read morewaited ~30 min in line. All the pastries except for the regular butter croissant were available, and we were able to place an order for the kimchi focaccia and sakura swiss roll, which were slated to come out around 10am. Service was super friendly! I got the hojicha latte, the okonomiyaki frittata, black sesame cookie, kimchi focaccia, and sakura swiss roll. The hojicha latte was rich and earthy in the best way, and it went really well with the black sesame cookie, which had a great strong sesame flavor, and the texture was perfectly chewy! The focaccia was pillowy and chewy at the same - I could've eaten five of these on their own. The frittata was my least favorite item, but by no means am I saying that it's bad! I thought the sauces overpowered it a bit, and the frittata itself was a bit bland - I couldn't even tell it had sweet potato in it, but it was cooked really well. There was ample seating in the heated patio, but parking was a little confusing, though we got lucky with the small lot right next to the store. There were a lot of signs that said no parking along the street in front, but it seemed like a lot of cars were parked there?

Cute little shop. Arrived a little after 10am on a Saturday and the line took us about 30 minutes…read moreto get through. Once ordered, the drinks came out pretty fast and so did my sandwich. I don't know if they rotate their pastries or if they just sold out of everything but only items on display case were the chocolate cookie, sesame cookie, the sakura chiffon roll, savory focaccia, apple cake and maybe one other item. I really was looking forward to trying a cardamom croissant or bun but they didn't have either available. My iced latte was alright. Nothing to go crazy over. The cherry foam for an additional $2.00 was very pretty but that's where it stopped at. Absolutely no cherry or sakura flavor. Disappointed. The sesame cookie had a great smell to it. The aroma of sesame was strong. The cookie had a nice crisp to the edge and a chewy center. The sesame taste wasn't as strong as the smell. The spicy chicken sandwich on special was not spicy at all. It was overwhelmingly sweet from the orange glaze/sauce on the kitchen. It was a decent sandwich and I definitely finished it. Just not something I would gravitate back to. I understand the reviews about how this place doesn't live up to some extra hype. It's decent, solid and a great option for the area but to go out of your way for and wait thirty minutes in line? Not really.

Askatu Bakery Cafe - bakeries - Updated May 2026

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