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Wow, wow, wow! From a simple sourdough English muffin to an elaborate burnt honey cake, Ben's Bread will leave you both satisfied and planning your next visit! Every bite of our brioche breakfast sandwich, English muffin, blue corn cookie and burnt honey cake was overflowing with flavor and highlighted the skill and thoughtfulness that went into each item. I'm still dreaming of the chewiness of the cookie and the perfect sweetness of the cake!! We visited twice during our Seattle stay and highly recommend to both locals and those visiting. Limited seating indoors with plenty of seating outdoors. Long line moves efficiently and service is both friendly and helpful!
We came here for a quick brunch on a Sunday. The food was great. The Brioche breakfast sandwich was perfectly airy yet tasty and warm. The egg in the sandwich was very soft in texture which made it more enjoyable. Pretty large portions too. I was full after eating the whole sandwich. The lobster eggs Benedict was also superb. The lobster was perfectly harmonious to the eggs Benedict and it was in large proportions in comparison to the meal. Very well done. The service was great too. Very friendly at the cashiers stand, answering all the little questions about the food and how it's prepared. The interior was cozy and nice too, but there isn't a lot of seating space. Most likely you'd have to sit outside, which was fabulous on a sunny day like today. However, I can see that during winter months when it's rainy, I would imagine taking it to go is probably the only option. Also, the only gripe, if I had to point it out, was the wait was very long. I think it's understandable since it's a very cozy neighborhood spot, but it was intimidating to walk up to a line that spills out the back door. I would say that the line went faster than you think, but if you were in a time crunch, I would be hesitant to recommend this spot. But other than that, a strong rec. love the spot. What a jewel of the Phinney Ridge neighborhood!
Came on a Saturday at 10:30am and there was a line out the door! It moved quickly and we probably waited ~20min. They have a selection of baked goods including pastries, cookies, breads, and 3 breakfast options for the weekend only. We tried them all, the brioche breakfast sandwich, chorizo hash, and the ham & eggs benedict! Everything was great but the favorites were the chorizo hash and the eggs Benedict. The hash had so much flavor from the chorizo and it came with a nice salsa. The eggs Benedict was tasty and their English muffins are excellent! The breakfast sandwich was solid but didn't blow me away. We also got the kimchi cheddar brioche and the blackberry lemon brioche. Both were delicious and had a lot of filling. There's a bunch of outside tables so that was nice. Great place for breakfast or a nice baked treat!
Go to bakery in our neighborhood. Always a line out the door but we got here right at 8 when they opened. All of the pastries are tasty, price range $4 and up for cookies, scones and breads. A loaf of sour dough runs about $7 and a breakfast sandwich $13. Pricey but it's nice to come here occasionally.
I happened to notice this cafe while I was at another spot nearby, and it immediately stood out because it was so crowded. Since I was craving a good cup of coffee, I decided to stop in and give this place a try. I ordered a 12 oz hot latte for here, and it turned out to be quite good. It had a nice, strong flavor and was overall a solid cup of coffee. I can see why the place draws a crowd. There were plenty of people picking up pastries and breads, which all looked tempting, even though nothing caught my eye this time around. The space itself is pretty tight, so it can feel quite crowded, and I imagine it gets even busier on weekends. It seems like a great option for a quick grab and go rather than a place to sit and linger. Overall, it was a good experience. I would consider stopping by again for the coffee if I am in the area, but it is probably not somewhere I would go out of my way for.
I haven't had Ben's bread yet. I know, I know, that's what this place is known for. But I will try their sourdough bread soon, I promise. What I have tried, three times already, is their pizza (called Pizza Friends and available only on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm), and wow, it's now my favorite pizza in Seattle. Now, let me preface this with the fact that I dig thin crust, really crispy pizza. Ever since my hubs and I went to Italy during the first six months we knew each other back in 2008 and tried the super thin and crisp Roman pizza in Rome, we were hooked. We haven't been able to find a pizza we liked as much as the pizza we had there...until now. We order the Marinara every time. Just tomato sauce, thin sliced garlic, and amazing olive oil on a crispy, chewy sourdough crust. Bellisimo! So, if you like thick crust, or even medium crust that droops down, Ben's version might not be your bag, but for us, it's the Crown Jewel of pizza. In addition to the Marinara, there's also Cheese (available with or without sausage) and two seasonal flavors. Check out their Instagram feed every week to see what they're serving up. They also have a nice selection of desserts, a salad, and garlic knots. You can take your pizza to go, eat it at one of the outdoor tables in the shared patio, or have it at the wine bar or brewery tasting room next door. When you order, they will ask you where you'll be waiting, and then give you a number sign so they can find you. Just a tip to either arrive by 5:00pm to line up for the 5:30pm opening, or show up around 6:20pm. This week, we got there by 5pm, ordered by 5:35pm, and had our pizza by 5:50pm. The times we've shown up at 5:30pm, we've had to wait MUCH longer. Pizza is first come, first served, and they make 100 pies per night. The wait is worth it.
I finally made it to Ben's Bread after my friends recommended it. The bakery is on the corner of N 70th and Greenwood Ave. I went during the week and parking was a breeze, but parking on the weekends can be tough. The first time I went I got their breakfast sandwich, salted caramel chocolate cookie and their streusel cake. The egg sandwich is an English muffin with eggs and cheese. You can add bacon, but I wanted to try it without the extras. The English muffin tasted buttery soft with the egg and cheese. It was delicious! I will need to try it with the bacon next time. I tried the cookie next and it was sweet as I expected. The caramel is melted on top of the cookie. You get a taste of chocolate and caramel in one bite!! I tried the gooey streusel next. The streusel had a mixture of tart and a sweet crunchy base. The cranberries were a nice touch. I ate the cookie and streusel at home. I warmed up the streusel and it was delicious warm! I took my partner to try their weekend Brioche sandwich. We also got their Corn cookie. Expect longer lines on the weekends, but they do a nice job moving people along. We got the breakfast sandwich with sausage. You can also get the sandwich with greens. The sandwich tasted good. It comes out hot, so we had to be careful not to burn our tongue.(LOL) The Corn cookie is delicious! It has a unique flavor; eating a crunchy corn in a cookie - very creative!!! The place is small and narrow with limited seating indoors, but there are tables outside with heaters above. The staff is friendly and helpful in recommending items to try. I would return and try their breakfast sandwich with bacon.
Their house made English muffins are absolutely amazing! I came with my family on a Monday morning and we all had the English muffin breakfast sandwich with ham and it was delicious! From the soufflé egg to the bread, we really enjoyed our meal! Also got myself a matcha oat milk latte with vanilla and it was quite tasty! We parked on the street and they have lots of nice outdoor tables that are shaded for seating. We also tried some of their cookies and other baked goods! We really liked the blue corn cookie and blue corn pound cake loaf! 10/10 will be back again for more English muffins!
I've been a fan of Ben's Bread since their pop-up days! I was so happy when they opened their brick & mortar shop in Phinney and have been numerous times since opening. Everything I've had has been tasty, but I particularly love the savory brioche, breakfast sandwich, and English muffins. Also, love how they rotate flavors (for donuts/brioche, etc.) based on what's seasonal - the current savory brioche (tomato jalapeno) is incredible! I could eat that every day. They also offer specials on Fridays (lunch, usually, I think) and then they have pizza Wednesdays which I have yet to try, but want to. Lots of fun and delicious changes to their menu which keeps me coming back. The line can look long but it moves pretty quickly. Staff is friendly as well and they do have a rewards system which you can link to your credit card so during my last visit, I had accrued $5 off which was awesome! Love that they reward loyal customers :) As for seating, there are a few spots inside, otherwise, the other area is the shared courtyard outside (covered).
We visited Ben's Bread on a bustling Saturday afternoon. It's clearly a popular spot, with a constant stream of customers. The seating area is small, but it's primarily a grab-and-go place. We ordered a matcha latte and a chiffon cake, which was good but fairly standard. The jam inside was fruity and sour, and felt very homemade. The standout was the brunch breakfast sandwich. I liked the addition of sautéed kale, which provided an interesting texture. The breakfast potatoes were also excellent--well-flavored with a generous portion size, but the flavors are on the heavier side. The service was wonderful. Our server was friendly and patiently waited for us to decide. We loved the lively and friendly ambiance, with the bakers working in an open kitchen. The whole space is clean and bright.
Exceptional. I was drawn in after seeing their sandwiches pop up on instagram. They were followed by a lot of people I trusted so I knew I had to give them a try. The staff greeted me as I walked in and were very friendly and communicative as I decided what to order. Their baguettes are a bit on the harder side so if you're looking for a good jaw work out this is the place. Lucky for me I was. The sandwiches were great, but the real standout in my opinion was their chocolate chip cookie. I needed a nap after, but it was absolutely delicious. Also, I saw they do pizza pop ups sometimes and I am sad I won't be in town to attend as the pizza looks absolute delicious.
Food - got the pound cake and it was really good & huge. it had a lemony icing on top that was a good balance because the cake itself had a subtle taste & the icing was super tart but still sweet. super interested in these cheez isnts! will update once i try them. Service - very friendly once i got to the front & noticed one of the staff was working very hard to find out who ordered a breakfast sammy and never came to pick it up. got our orders pretty quickly but we opted out of the hot sandwiches & got pastries & drinks to go. Ambiance - holy crap this place is busy on a weekend morning! the line was out the door & around the corner. lots of dog lovers in line! inside seating, but everything was taken. outdoor seating, but it was a chilly morning so me & the husband took our pastries to go. but there is also a cute wine bar next door & a courtyard to hang out in on a nice day.
TIRAMISU CAKE. TIRAMISU CAKE. TIRAMISU CAKE Sorry was trying to see if I repeated it enough times they'd bring it back, dear bakery gods this was a good cake, and you know Ben knows this because it was a sliver of a slice, which if you know the cakes here they are usually a block of cake. All this to say... it was awesome. Darn it Ben Ok lets take Donuts of the cinnamon twisty variety, always a killer option, also apologies if you came on Sunday on all the savory brioches were gone, that was me again. I'd apologize but... nah. See you in two weeks time Ben TIRAMISU CAKE. TIRAMISU CAKE. TIRAMISU CAKE read more
We went on a Saturday morning. Line wrapped outside the building but it didn't take too long. Small and limited tables inside. Outdoor seating available. Breakfast sandwich was good. Bun was soft and airy. Good cheese pull. Collard greens. Sausage could use some more flavor and it was a bit dry. Overall could use some spiciness factor to make it WOW. Loved the snap pea brioche bun. I know this may be limited. Good soft and buttery bun. You can see the layers. Snap peas added a nice crunch. Filling was a bit vinegary but it can be balanced out with some more bread. Yuzu matcha was refreshing. Would get it again. Overall, would come to try more of their savory options! Breakfast sandwich was alright. read more
Wow, wow, wow! From a simple sourdough English muffin to an elaborate burnt honey cake, Ben's Bread will leave you both satisfied and planning your next visit! Every bite of our brioche breakfast sandwich, English muffin, blue corn cookie and burnt honey cake was overflowing with flavor and highlighted the skill and thoughtfulness that went into each item. I'm still dreaming of the chewiness of the cookie and the perfect sweetness of the cake!! We visited twice during our Seattle stay and highly recommend to both locals and those visiting. Limited seating indoors with plenty of seating outdoors. Long line moves efficiently and service is both friendly and helpful! read more
We came here for a quick brunch on a Sunday. The food was great. The Brioche breakfast sandwich was perfectly airy yet tasty and warm. The egg in the sandwich was very soft in texture which made it more enjoyable. Pretty large portions too. I was full after eating the whole sandwich. The lobster eggs Benedict was also superb. The lobster was perfectly harmonious to the eggs Benedict and it was in large proportions in comparison to the meal. Very well done. The service was great too. Very friendly at the cashiers stand, answering all the little questions about the food and how it's prepared. The interior was cozy and nice too, but there isn't a lot of seating space. Most likely you'd have to sit outside, which was fabulous on a sunny day like today. However, I can see that during winter months when it's rainy, I would imagine taking it to go is probably the only option. Also, the only gripe, if I had to point it out, was the wait was very long. I think it's understandable since it's a very cozy neighborhood spot, but it was intimidating to walk up to a line that spills out the back door. I would say that the line went faster than you think, but if you were in a time crunch, I would be hesitant to recommend this spot. But other than that, a strong rec. love the spot. What a jewel of the Phinney Ridge neighborhood! read more
3 months ago
Came on a Saturday at 10:30am and there was a line out the door! It moved quickly and we probably waited ~20min. They have a selection of baked goods including pastries, cookies, breads, and 3 breakfast options for the weekend only. We tried them all, the brioche breakfast sandwich, chorizo hash, and the ham & eggs benedict! Everything was great but the favorites were the chorizo hash and the eggs Benedict. The hash had so much flavor from the chorizo and it came with a nice salsa. The eggs Benedict was tasty and their English muffins are excellent! The breakfast sandwich was solid but didn't blow me away. We also got the kimchi cheddar brioche and the blackberry lemon brioche. Both were delicious and had a lot of filling. There's a bunch of outside tables so that was nice. Great place for breakfast or a nice baked treat! read more
Go to bakery in our neighborhood. Always a line out the door but we got here right at 8 when they opened. All of the pastries are tasty, price range $4 and up for cookies, scones and breads. A loaf of sour dough runs about $7 and a breakfast sandwich $13. Pricey but it's nice to come here occasionally. read more
I happened to notice this cafe while I was at another spot nearby, and it immediately stood out because it was so crowded. Since I was craving a good cup of coffee, I decided to stop in and give this place a try. I ordered a 12 oz hot latte for here, and it turned out to be quite good. It had a nice, strong flavor and was overall a solid cup of coffee. I can see why the place draws a crowd. There were plenty of people picking up pastries and breads, which all looked tempting, even though nothing caught my eye this time around. The space itself is pretty tight, so it can feel quite crowded, and I imagine it gets even busier on weekends. It seems like a great option for a quick grab and go rather than a place to sit and linger. Overall, it was a good experience. I would consider stopping by again for the coffee if I am in the area, but it is probably not somewhere I would go out of my way for. read more
2 days ago
I haven't had Ben's bread yet. I know, I know, that's what this place is known for. But I will try their sourdough bread soon, I promise. What I have tried, three times already, is their pizza (called Pizza Friends and available only on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm), and wow, it's now my favorite pizza in Seattle. Now, let me preface this with the fact that I dig thin crust, really crispy pizza. Ever since my hubs and I went to Italy during the first six months we knew each other back in 2008 and tried the super thin and crisp Roman pizza in Rome, we were hooked. We haven't been able to find a pizza we liked as much as the pizza we had there...until now. We order the Marinara every time. Just tomato sauce, thin sliced garlic, and amazing olive oil on a crispy, chewy sourdough crust. Bellisimo! So, if you like thick crust, or even medium crust that droops down, Ben's version might not be your bag, but for us, it's the Crown Jewel of pizza. In addition to the Marinara, there's also Cheese (available with or without sausage) and two seasonal flavors. Check out their Instagram feed every week to see what they're serving up. They also have a nice selection of desserts, a salad, and garlic knots. You can take your pizza to go, eat it at one of the outdoor tables in the shared patio, or have it at the wine bar or brewery tasting room next door. When you order, they will ask you where you'll be waiting, and then give you a number sign so they can find you. Just a tip to either arrive by 5:00pm to line up for the 5:30pm opening, or show up around 6:20pm. This week, we got there by 5pm, ordered by 5:35pm, and had our pizza by 5:50pm. The times we've shown up at 5:30pm, we've had to wait MUCH longer. Pizza is first come, first served, and they make 100 pies per night. The wait is worth it. read more
I finally made it to Ben's Bread after my friends recommended it. The bakery is on the corner of N 70th and Greenwood Ave. I went during the week and parking was a breeze, but parking on the weekends can be tough. The first time I went I got their breakfast sandwich, salted caramel chocolate cookie and their streusel cake. The egg sandwich is an English muffin with eggs and cheese. You can add bacon, but I wanted to try it without the extras. The English muffin tasted buttery soft with the egg and cheese. It was delicious! I will need to try it with the bacon next time. I tried the cookie next and it was sweet as I expected. The caramel is melted on top of the cookie. You get a taste of chocolate and caramel in one bite!! I tried the gooey streusel next. The streusel had a mixture of tart and a sweet crunchy base. The cranberries were a nice touch. I ate the cookie and streusel at home. I warmed up the streusel and it was delicious warm! I took my partner to try their weekend Brioche sandwich. We also got their Corn cookie. Expect longer lines on the weekends, but they do a nice job moving people along. We got the breakfast sandwich with sausage. You can also get the sandwich with greens. The sandwich tasted good. It comes out hot, so we had to be careful not to burn our tongue.(LOL) The Corn cookie is delicious! It has a unique flavor; eating a crunchy corn in a cookie - very creative!!! The place is small and narrow with limited seating indoors, but there are tables outside with heaters above. The staff is friendly and helpful in recommending items to try. I would return and try their breakfast sandwich with bacon. read more
Their house made English muffins are absolutely amazing! I came with my family on a Monday morning and we all had the English muffin breakfast sandwich with ham and it was delicious! From the soufflé egg to the bread, we really enjoyed our meal! Also got myself a matcha oat milk latte with vanilla and it was quite tasty! We parked on the street and they have lots of nice outdoor tables that are shaded for seating. We also tried some of their cookies and other baked goods! We really liked the blue corn cookie and blue corn pound cake loaf! 10/10 will be back again for more English muffins! read more
3 days ago
I've been a fan of Ben's Bread since their pop-up days! I was so happy when they opened their brick & mortar shop in Phinney and have been numerous times since opening. Everything I've had has been tasty, but I particularly love the savory brioche, breakfast sandwich, and English muffins. Also, love how they rotate flavors (for donuts/brioche, etc.) based on what's seasonal - the current savory brioche (tomato jalapeno) is incredible! I could eat that every day. They also offer specials on Fridays (lunch, usually, I think) and then they have pizza Wednesdays which I have yet to try, but want to. Lots of fun and delicious changes to their menu which keeps me coming back. The line can look long but it moves pretty quickly. Staff is friendly as well and they do have a rewards system which you can link to your credit card so during my last visit, I had accrued $5 off which was awesome! Love that they reward loyal customers :) As for seating, there are a few spots inside, otherwise, the other area is the shared courtyard outside (covered). read more
5 months ago
We visited Ben's Bread on a bustling Saturday afternoon. It's clearly a popular spot, with a constant stream of customers. The seating area is small, but it's primarily a grab-and-go place. We ordered a matcha latte and a chiffon cake, which was good but fairly standard. The jam inside was fruity and sour, and felt very homemade. The standout was the brunch breakfast sandwich. I liked the addition of sautéed kale, which provided an interesting texture. The breakfast potatoes were also excellent--well-flavored with a generous portion size, but the flavors are on the heavier side. The service was wonderful. Our server was friendly and patiently waited for us to decide. We loved the lively and friendly ambiance, with the bakers working in an open kitchen. The whole space is clean and bright. read more
Exceptional. I was drawn in after seeing their sandwiches pop up on instagram. They were followed by a lot of people I trusted so I knew I had to give them a try. The staff greeted me as I walked in and were very friendly and communicative as I decided what to order. Their baguettes are a bit on the harder side so if you're looking for a good jaw work out this is the place. Lucky for me I was. The sandwiches were great, but the real standout in my opinion was their chocolate chip cookie. I needed a nap after, but it was absolutely delicious. Also, I saw they do pizza pop ups sometimes and I am sad I won't be in town to attend as the pizza looks absolute delicious. read more
1 year ago
Food - got the pound cake and it was really good & huge. it had a lemony icing on top that was a good balance because the cake itself had a subtle taste & the icing was super tart but still sweet. super interested in these cheez isnts! will update once i try them. Service - very friendly once i got to the front & noticed one of the staff was working very hard to find out who ordered a breakfast sammy and never came to pick it up. got our orders pretty quickly but we opted out of the hot sandwiches & got pastries & drinks to go. Ambiance - holy crap this place is busy on a weekend morning! the line was out the door & around the corner. lots of dog lovers in line! inside seating, but everything was taken. outdoor seating, but it was a chilly morning so me & the husband took our pastries to go. but there is also a cute wine bar next door & a courtyard to hang out in on a nice day. read more
6 months ago
If you can time it right and beat the sellouts, you're in for some great bread at Ben's Bread. I made a trip on a Wednesday morning and came away with a ham breakfast sandwich, blue corn cookie, pack of sourdough muffins, and the last seeded sourdough loaf, the special bread of the day. The breakfast sandwich was piping hot and simply prepared to let the ingredients shine. The souffléd egg is fluffy and well complimented by the ham. I wish I could sub the American for cheddar or another cheese, but that's ok. The sourdough muffin certainly stars. I'm looking forward to stuffing my four-pack with different jams. I'm looking forward to dipping my sourdough loaf in a rich tomato sauce or balsamic oil blend. I'm looking forward to trying more sweets, sandwiches, breads and local ingredients at Ben's, generally. read more
4 months ago
This is a low 4 star - high 3 star rating. I think my expectations was just too high given how popular this place, that it didn't really wow me. Came on a busy mother's Day morning and there was a line. It didn't take too long and I got 4 items: - chocolate bombolini (5/5) soft, light fluffy filling, great flavors. -key lime donut with matcha drizzle 4/5, didn't get any matcha flavor but otherwise, pretty good -blue corn cookie --- 3.5/5 love the texture, not sure what blue corn supposed to taste like but it seems like a regular cookie Rhubarb pie 3.5/5 crust was good, love the sweet crumble to balance the tart filling, the little cream on top didn't do anything though Kim chi Danish 3/5 -- very dense compare to other pastries, Kim chi was subtle. Overall everything was good, just not amazing read more
10 months ago
1 month ago
Had their special sandwiches tuna on sourdough and baguette with ham and gherkins with butter and Dijon mustard, olive oil cake with raspberries and whipped cream. Double espresso was perfect as was my hot matcha latte with oat milk. Sat outside with our dog. Very friendly, patient service. The person taking my order read my mind! "Did you say you wanted oat milk?" "No, but that's what I was about to say"! Definitely recommend! read more
3.5 Stars. Food enjoyment easily 4 Stars. Quality for the most part, very nice. Robust, girthy, baked goods. Sourdough English muffin great to take home and heat in your expensive toaster oven. Coffee is delicious. The breakfast sandwich was not all that, it was a letdown. Big negative is how expensive things get quickly. A 4 pack of sourdough bread, Brioche Breakfast sandwich, 2 baked goods, and Large Vanilla Latte turned out to be $44 tip included. Yes, made multiple special trips from "afar" to come here, yes its good, but a bit price prohibitive. I'm not hating though, good for them, get your money, business is good, long lines that move decently. read more
I love the weekday breakfast sandwich at Ben's Bread. It is such a quintessential breakfast sandwich, soft scrambled eggs, thick cut bacon, and American cheese on a homemade English muffin. All the good elements of a nostalgic breakfast sandwich, but with high quality ingredients. We went on a Friday morning around 8:45am. There were a few people in line, but it moved fast. The breakfast sandwich and latte came out about 5 minutes after we ordered. The pricing for the breakfast sandwich is pretty reasonable too, $7 is the base price and then an additional $3.5 to add bacon. But definitely add the bacon, so worth it!! Also, beware the breakfast sandwich on the weekends is different, it's a little fancier and not as nostalgic. Ben's Bread is a tiny little bakery with only a couple indoor tables, but on a weekday it's fun to snag a table and watch the hustle and bustle of the bakers behind the counter. Overall, the weekday breakfast sandwich is my favorite Ben's Bread offering! read more
1 year ago
My friends and I stumbled across this place and had heard some positive things about it, so decided to give it a try! We got the blue corn cookie and the kimchi bread. I liked the corn cookie a lot - crispy edges but chewy still, and a good corn flavor. It reminded me of a smaller version of the crumbl cornbread cookie! My friends also loved the kimchi bread and raved about it. Definitely worth a try! There is seating outdoors. read more
Solid little (quite literally) bakery tucked in the outskirts of Greenwood, Ben's Bread can easily be overlooked. But once you take a step inside, you're immediately greeted by an amazing aroma of freshly baked breads and a friendly smile. Ben's Bread has been on my bucket list for a while now, and it's a shame that I haven't visited until now, despite living in Greenwood for several years. I ordered a focaccia bread, a breakfast sandwich (with sausage), and a kimchi pastry (how unique!) To be honest, for the price, the breakfast sausage was a bit of a letdown. It wasn't very big, and I had to use a lot of hot sauce to add flavor and well, life into the sandwich. The bread was really nice, but for the quantity of what you get, I'll pass on it in the future. I have yet to try out the others until my wife comes back. But I'm excited! I see raving reviews of the other pastries and baked goodness, and I'm ready to bust out the balsamic vinegar and olive oil. I may update this review after I try it. Bonus points that it's located near Holy Mountain brewing company - now that's a dangerous, but beautiful, combination. read more
Review for Pizza Wednesday's! It gets packed early, so on time is a bit late. I snagged a broccoli pizza and a slice of the cherry yuzu cake. The crust was heavenly and the toppings are creative. This one especially, a squeeze of lemon brought the whole thing to another level! The toppings rotate week to week so that adds a bit of excitement. The space is small, but there are tables outside for the summer. The line keeps moving and they are pretty efficient. I'll definitely have to come back for all the other bakery goodies! read more
Ben's Bread is one of the most recommended bakeries in Seattle and we made a trip to Phinney Ridge specifically to try the place out. This was around 9:30 AM on a weekend and this place was completely packed, with all tables inside and out (not to mention it was only a couple of degrees above freezing!) filled, with a line out the door. Luckily, service here is pretty fast and we were at the front ready to order within 10 or so minutes. Gooey Streusel Cake ($7) - This pastry has a salty and tangy berry mixture baked on top. A little too salty for me I think. The inside is sweet, oatmeal-like in taste, and moist, yet a bit crumbly, with apples baked right into the batter. Although it looks similar to, and is described as a "gooey buttery cake" on the display sign, it does not seem to have any relationship to an actual St. Louis style gooey butter cake in either taste or texture. I was a bit disappointed, since I was expecting it to be similar to its namesake. Still it's plenty tasty so it's not a huge loss. (4/5) Blue Corn Cookie ($4) - This is a rather large disk, a bit over 5 inches in diameter, but relatively flat compared to most cookies. It's baked until crunchy in some portions, not quite to a tortilla chip crunch, but certainly reminiscent of one. The interior has an overall very nice chew, contrasted in texture with bits of crunchy corn meal dotting the batter. The flavor is delightfully salty and sweet, a caramelized buttery kind of sweetness. It's almost like a sweet cornbread, flattened, making it denser with more chew. Delicious. I was expecting to like this the least out of the three items I purchased, but it actually turned out to be my favorite! (5/5) Benne Miso Scallion ($12) - Available on Saturday only. The bread has a very nice darkened crust, baked very hard, starting to develop a bitterness, but in this case complementary to the bread. It seems to be a higher hydration dough with a high heat bake, making the the interior exceptionally moist and tender, almost gummy (not a bad thing). The crumb is open and the flavor is phenomenal - it's roasty, nutty, savory, with a hint of allium from the coarsely chopped scallions baked inside. The heat from the oven kisses the sesame seeds on the outside, enhancing the nuttiness even further. (5/5) They had samples of the Cheez-Isn'ts on the front counter which I found to be kind of mediocre. They are extremely salty, moreso than Cheez-It's and I also felt like they were a little stale. Maybe day olds? Ben's Bread certainly serves some good bread and pastries! I will definitely be back to try out more! read more
We stopped by here for the first time, over the weekend. Really busy and bustling in the place. Long line, pretty popular! Here's what we loved: - Though the line was long, it gave us time to look at one of the paper menus that was available at the back of the queue, to figure out what we wanted to try - We got cookies, donuts, and a loaf of their sourdough table bread -- all were really good - Folks working behind the counter were cheerful and efficient. They kept the line moving but were friendly Some notes: - Make sure you enter from the door on the left side, not the front, or you will look like you're cutting the line and have to sheepishly make your way back. It is very narrow and would be embarrassing. I witnessed someone do this. - Street parking. It's a neighborhood spot so if there isn't a spot on the main street, you'll need to find one in the residentials. Things were kind of pricy so we won't be coming here often, but it was a good place to check out new treats. read more
Stopped by on a weekday afternoon and most items were already sold out! I luckily got the last breakfast sandwich, which hit the spot - the english muffin was perfectly fluffy and toasted, the combination of which with the bacon was a great complement to the souffled egg. Also got a key lime donut, which was good but nothing wildly exciting. Would love to come back to try the famous homemade cheez-its and to buy some english muffins to take home. Parking was a tad difficult! read more
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This is a super cute bakery with unique pastries and some pretty good bread. It's very popular so be ready to wait in line. English muffins 4/5 good but pricey Lime leaf donut 4.5/5 nice fluffy texture, great cream in the donut hole maybe a tad too tart of icing for me on the donut itself...but I think I will crave this donut Baguette - 3.5/5 a bit overcooked for me, too dark on the bottom Weekend breakfast sandwich 4/5 good but not something I will crave Blue Corn pound cake - 1/5 for me, 5/5 for my husband (I really don't like grainy corn texture) read more
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