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Cafe Allegro

3.7 (309 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Good for working
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Ciara L.

I came in a little like waaaaaa because the entrance is from an alley and this is literally a portal into coffee world. Best iced vanilla latte I've had in a while. Albeit it was $7 but the roast COME ON Got my drink and to my surprise there was another seating area behind the coffee counter. To my ULTRA surprise, there was seating upstairs as well. And all the nooks feel like different vibes. Not sure if I saw outlets so if you're in the mood to work until your computer battery is dead, this is perfect. Service was alright. It was pretty busy at 11am on a Monday so they just were locked in making my order. Will come back

Nothing more than an image of myself.
Luther N.

I know Cafe Allegro has been around for a long time and has been through many changes. It might seem strange but I have always been treated well by the employees there. Several times I have only had a mineral water with ice, but I have always been comfortable talking with employees about their policies and services. With all the restaurants in the University District, it seems the businesses there want to ensure good customer service and positive customer experiences.

The upstairs is more quiet
Scott F.

I was on the U campus for an afternoon and made my way to Allegro cafe. I had a drip coffee and a danish. Both were good, especially the drip. The place was full and a bit loud, but I enjoyed the vibe. On the corner, before going down the alley, was a used bookstore where I bought a $2 paperback that I paged through while I drank my coffee. The service was quick, and a bit hurried. Check it out!

The bathroom
206vegan F.

Omg staff is so nice, and generally quick, many non dairy milk options which is wonderful many syrup flavors and sugar free options, for what it's worth the bathroom is not that dirty lmao. AND!!! Vegans listen up!! they now have the Macraina bakery vegan scone that has raspberry chunks in it! There is an upstairs area of the downstairs is too loud and there are condoms available in the hallway!

pastry case
Emma S.

This is one of my go to cafes to grab coffee and a pastry from before work. It's conveniently located next to the UW, and service is always quick. The staff are very friendly and create a welcoming environment. I love getting their chai tea latte along with a scone or muffin, and there are even sea wolf bakery pastries available. I've always done a to go order, but it seems like a great place to work or catch up with a friend.

London fog

I ordered a London fog and after tax it was 8 dollars which is quite expensive since a steamed milk is $4 dollars. I also asked for extra sweetener and it was unsweetened. 90% water and a little milk and was put into a cold cup.

Be on the lookout for this sign!
Allie Y.

Cool place that nails the "artsy Seattle coffeehouse" vibe! Love the hidden location and eclectic wall art. I got their muffin and seasonal mocha which were pretty good and served quickly. Lots of people coming in and out, but there's a quieter room in the back where you could stay for a good few hours.

Pearl W.

A solid coffee shop that I come to more for the ambiance than for the coffee. It's definitely not the best coffee I've had in Seattle, but the drink options are solid and they have sea wolf and top pot pastries! Baristas are nice and the place is always full of students. Good place to come for a work or study session

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