Stopped by this place for a coffee and it was very nice! It's a soft opening right now but the place was clean and def a hangout vibe. There is a DJ and an open area to chill. The service was wonderful and the drinks were delicious. read more

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Great coffee! I came here to work for the day and had. A good table an chair set up. The guy working was very friendly and seemed to know all the regulars coming in. Great spot. read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Consistently friendly staff, good coffee drinks and all-natural smoothies. They also have an interesting assortment of free books - kind of a little free library situation, but in a box. The Avole tea is made in house with tons of whole spices and no sweetener, but they'll add honey if you like it sweet. There's a lot of great coffee shops in this area but this one has the most welcoming, community oriented feel. read more

Great blueberry coffee cake and a pretty solid lavender oat milk latte! The service was super friendly and very helpful. They didn't have any nonfat so the barista identified their other options. The store was really cute with homey and tasteful touches of decor including plants. Not too many tables so grab one if you see it! I will definitely be back when I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Blueberry coffee cake and lavender oat milk latte - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Popped into Avole on a Saturday morning while wandering the neighborhood and looking for a snack. It's a small space but full of energy - people chatting, laughing, and generally giving off a warm, connected vibe. I immediately liked it. I ordered a croissant and a mango smoothie. The croissant was solid - big and tasty - but nothing that'll haunt my dreams. The smoothie, on the other hand, was a standout. Not overly sweet and clearly made with real mango - it had that perfect tangy balance I love. Service was kind and friendly, and even though the space was bustling, it didn't feel chaotic. I'd definitely go back - maybe to try some of their more signature items and soak up the good vibes again. read more

Avole is located in Seattle's vibrant Central District neighborhood. Yes, it's been open since May 2022, so I'm a bit late to the cafe party. But I finally had an opportunity to stop by on 2/18/24. Limited outdoor and indoor seating, but great interior decor and overall vibe. The young barista sure nailed an amazing mocha! Driving from the the CD towards Montlake then to the UDistrict, the amazing scent wafting from my takeout cup. I've always favored Ethiopian coffee beans, especially from the Yirgacheffe southern region. Avole is definitely a worthy detour! read more

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An Ethiopian coffee shop with amazing coffee and nice decor. Went by this morning to grab a cuppa with friends, and it was lovely. The barista was so friendly and we even cracked jokes with him. I got Hazelnut Latte and it was good. Super nice coffee place in heart of Central District. read more

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Good, strong coffee! The servers here are what I would describe as "too good for this world." You come in just for a cuppa but what you really get is direct sunshine and a sense of belonging, which is super rare in Seattle. This place can be easily missed but you'll see plenty of locals stopping by here every morning. If the space was bigger it would be popping! read more

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Such kind people, Gavin gave me a sample of espresso and half a sandwich. I ordered the Earl juice, a nod to a community leader. I chatted with another customer as well. It's cool they foster a vibe of strangers talking to each other. read more

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Great coffee! I ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was so good. The drink had a strong coffee taste without being too bitter or astringent. Their prices are quite reasonable for Seattle and the barista was super nice and friendly as well. read more

The way their beans are roasted make the best shots.... Everyone is always smiling. And it always smells wonderful.

Coffee. And the server were great! First visit will be bs k to try other drink. Had the espresso and lavender latte.

Cute local coffee store that my friend and I visited. They don't do jebena shots anymore (apparently the jebena kept breaking :')) but the sweet macchiatos were good. - Coffee was the perfect sweetness level for my friend (on the sweeter side for me). - Nice ambiance with a smaller space! - Not much food options. - Barista was sweet and welcoming read more

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Home to Community, Friendly Baristas and High-grade Coffee. Cafe Avole is local community harbor and home for all coffee lovers of all backgrounds in the heart of Central District. They are a direct reflection of their nearby residents and passing visitors who make up the district's diverse neighborhood. And their top-tier Ethopian coffee speaks to what the cafe represents. I recently visited Cafe Avole looking for a place to read my book with some coffee to kill time before my next appointment. Searching for a nearby coffee shop, I decided to visit Avole because of their raving reviews online. I have to say, their all-star reviews definitely lives up to their ratings! During my visit, I ordered their peppermint mocha and tried one of their macaroons. I honestly wasn't expecting much from the mocha because they used Ghiradelli syrup for their chocolate base. As a mocha connoisseur, coffee shops that use commercial syrup like Hershey's or Ghiradelli usually end up creating a very basic mocha and it's the type of chocolate they use that really sets other mochas apart. I was definitely surprised. Despite using Ghirardelli chocolate syrup, their mocha tasted pretty elevated, and I believe it's because of their Ethiopian coffee. The vibrant fruity and flowery characteristics of the coffee truly spoke to me when I tried their mocha. In addition to coffee, they also served a small selection of baked goods and macaroons that I believe are sourced by independent bakers. The macaroons were beautifully decorated with fine details, but it didn't taste too impressive in comparison to the many macaroons I've had in my lifetime. I don't think you'd be missing anything if you passed on the macaroons. The baristas were also really friendly. I really got a sense of community from the cafe because there were a lot of people coming in and out, regulars stopping by to chat with the baristas and friends who'd sit in for a while to catch up. The cafe is pretty small and cozy, it has a high-top table by the window that can probably fit 4 guests and then a bench for folks to sit while they wait for their coffee. Because of the size and layout, this may not be the ideal place to settle in with your laptop or school work since there's limited surface table. Overall, I had a humbling experience at Cafe Avole. If I lived nearby, I would be proud to have a coffee shop like Cafe Avole nearby. read more

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I loved the Grand Rising as a perfect refreshing juice! The ambiance of this coffee shop was so comforting too and the baristas were super helpful and friendly in helping me figure out what to order! I definitely want to come to try their coffee out but since it was the afternoon I opted for some of their homemade juice which was exactly what I needed! Highly recommend checking out their juices! read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Grand rising (lime, carrot, orange, apple, ginger) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Unfortunately not good service at all. I had ordered a 12oz latte. Once my order was ready, they handed me an 8oz latte. I let them know the mistake since I did pay for the 12oz and then went on to take the current 8oz latte, poured it into a 12oz cup and filled it up with milk. I was in shock they would do that completely in front of me. At least do it behind the counter and then I just give a bad review of the latte saying it's too milky. But nope, I saw it all! This occurred when they recently opened around September and I have not been back since. read more

One of the best experiences I've had in Seattle but the food/drinks were even better!! Service was amazing and the person helping me was thorough in their descriptions when I asked questions. The prices were great and all of the ingredients used were high quality and ORGANIC, I truly cannot explain in words how good my experience was! You gotta get the breakfast stack, also a ginger shot to wash it down and power you through the rest of the day! Appreciate the high quality service, one love! read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Turkey Bacon Breakfast Stack Sandwich - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This was a coffee shop, that was originally in south Seattle. And watching this company expand to the Central district, is amazing! I'm very Proud of Sol and Gavin. Their hand crafted drinks are something they take pride in. If you don't like coffee they have smoothies and cold pressed drinks, made fresh BIG GREEN FLAGS: black man owned and all women Baristas. read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - A holiday peppermint mocha. :) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great coffee, all Ethiopian. I enjoyed my reasonably priced, tasty oat latte (4 shots in a 24-oz. cup). Kind, friendly barista and nice easygoing ambiance. Seating inside is three countertop seats good for people-watching and a long side bench; outside there are a few metal tables with chairs. read more

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Nothing excites me more than good Ethiopian Coffee. The shop offers great coffee, tea, smoothies and fresh juice .... If I lived in CD I'd certainly stop here everyday for my coffee and juice fix. Everyone was super friendly ! read more

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I loved Avole Coffee! I'm not a coffee person, but I wanted to support a new local business so I passed by. I ordered an iced oat latte and they accidentally made mine hot. I felt bad saying I ordered iced but they were so friendly about it. Super warm and excellent service. I'll definitely keep swinging by here to grab a coffee. They don't have inside seating, only a few tables outside on the sidewalk. So this isn't the kind of coffee shop you would comfortably hang out and do work in. It's much more a meeting spot or grab and go type situation. I don't recall if they had a restroom. Parking will not be great - it's only street parking around here. I walked so that wasn't an issue for me. They also offer pastries and smoothies and juices. read more

Small spot good for takeout - there is a small bar seating area. Since I'm not a coffee person, I got the chai tea latte which was not too sweet and perfectly spiced. My husband got one of the iced coffee drinks and loved how sweet and smooth it was. They also have a good selections of pastries and breakfast sandwiches available. read more

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My friend recommended this to me while visiting them up in Seattle. It's location is a huge plus to it! There were lots of new apartments and store fronts going up around it, and it is a short walk from both Capitol Hill and First Hill. It's also near a main road, but not right on it so that it is still quiet while having lots of customers. The storefront is also very well set up- it has large floor to ceiling windows that light up the whole store front. The decor is also modern and not too busy. There is store specific merch for sale in a conveniently placed location too, so while waiting for your drink, you'll definitely be looking. The drink prep area is also very clean and well laid out. There was only one staff member at the time (around 10AM on a Sunday morning) and there should have been more staff for sure (a larger group came just as I was leaving). The staff member did not seem stressed by the lack of coworkers, was laid back, and knowledgeable when I asked questions. The menu isn't too large, which is nice, since you know that what they offer they do well in and don't need to offer a million different items that are okay. I like to ask staff what they would recommend. I tried an iced sweet macchiato and it was delicious! The flavoring in it definitely didn't taste cheap and it also was subtly sweet. The espresso was very smooth as well. If I was a local, I would definitely give this place a try next time I'm on a walk out in the neighborhoods. read more

Currently in soft opening, new cafe serving Ethiopian coffee in the new building at 23/Union next to Communion Cute cafe with walk up counter, when I went they were only serving espresso but they will be expanding menu as they open fully. Also will have juices and smoothies with 100% whole ingredients (no additives) Looking forward to the full opening and another great black-owned business in the neighborhood! read more

Customer service here is blah however the coffee and turkey pesto panini are delicious so I might come back here again for that.

Kind baristas and excellent iced soy latte :) I would definitely return in the future!

Fantastic cafe! Always great people, amazing food, and they know how to make a strong, flavorful cup of coffee. They are one of the best cafes in the area, if not THE best :) read more

Great local coffee shop with genuine neighborhood vibe. Sometimes my Americanos have been on the weaker side so I'd go for an extra shot, then they're great. Beans are reeeally good, not bitter or sweet/tangy, and they have some cool merch at the shop. The barista named Tuesday makes the BEEEST espresso drinks, I only wish she worked here more... my partner and I try to time our visits for when she's on the schedule read more

The coffee here was great. Appreciate the wonderful service and the beautiful ambiance in the shop.

Wonderful and welcoming experience at Avole, a new coffee shop in the neighborhood! We came here for dinner and stopped by Avole for a late coffee, staff introduced Jebena coffee and how it is better than other brewing methods! Will definitely come back again! read more

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A must check out place in Seattle for coffee. Super friendly people. Frequented by locals regularly and very chill atmosphere. Superb coffee served there and we bought beans for home - so very good! They sell out of the Medium Roast so fast there isn't time to label the bags! read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped here on a whim with a friend who was craving some coffee. I'm not a coffee drinker, so opted for some hot chocolate although the staff in front convinced me of a couple different coffee recommendations to try. Both gentlemen were really nice, and I liked how quaint and cute the shop was. Would love to go back and try the sweet macchiato sometime! read more

Okay, first off the service is 5/5. I came in late into the day but the barista went above and beyond on serving me with more shots and information than most would care to give. They pulled a shot short and didn't even hesitate to remake it to make sure I taste what they wanted me to taste. Beans are roasted locally and fresh. They take pride in their coffee and they showed it. On the coffee itself: They definitely have a different philosophy on how to pick and roast their beans, which results in a lot of the stone fruit flavor hidden in the background while bringing a fun sense of spices and chocolate that's more typical of darker roasts from other region. Nonetheless, they didn't burn the beans if that's your worry. But if you expect the typical bright fruity aromatic Ethiopian note, you are not going to get it. I'm hopeful with the shops roots, it'll produce more interesting cups sourced from Africa with more varieties in future! read more

One of the best coffee shops I've ever been in great customer service the environment is amazing positive energy. I highly encourage everyone who is a coffee drinker to try it and get that experience read more

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service took a bit long considering no one else was in the shop. Barista was talking on the phone for a while before prepping the food we ordered. Mans panini pressed my burrito into a quesadilla, tasted ok still read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First thing is first, the coffee is amazing! They roast the coffee in their in-house roastery in Georgetown. It's fresh. It's delicious! Customer service is impeccable! The location is super convenient. The decor/vibe is outstanding. Drop by and and pay them a visit. They're on a soft opening right now but are still open 6am-6pm. read more

Juices to try: The Union, The Rainier, really just try them all! The mango smoothie *chefs kiss*.. the environment is truly welcoming and in a great spot for meeting people of the community. read more

The Jebena coffee was really rich and smooth and delicious. Staffperson was very friendly and talked us through their coffees and the brewing methods they used. 10/10 would recommend. read more

What is this hidden gem in Seattle! Their desserts were perfect blend of all the goodness and their coffee!! Wow, we ordered the sweet macchiato and it was the perfect blend of sweetness and coffee mixture. Can emphasize enough how it's just the perfect mixture of flavors for all items we tried. Definitely will come back. The owners of the store was so sweet too when we forgot to ask for milk alternatives he happily switched it for us. read more

If you haven't tried Ethiopian coffee you need to! It's so smooth and rich, 0 bitterness or burnt taste you can get sometimes! Iced Vanilla latte with oat $6 which is less than other places too. Service is prompt and very friendly! Check this place out! read more

Avole Ethiopian Coffee - Iced vanilla latte with oat milk - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Seattle, Washington