My previous post was from two separate visits back in August 2016, so it's definitely time for…read moreanother update for my third visit on 8/2/25. First thing to mention, kudos for their longevity. They are coming up on their first decade next summer. The cafe decor also held up pretty well, including the large glass fixture from the ceiling. Seattle Sunshine Coffee also outlived Ventoux that I had mentioned in my prior post. The barista and I compared my 2016 stamp card to the current design, just had a few slight different nuances. This indie cafe had folks onsite, but not packed. There was still room available whether seated along the sidewalk, main seating area, or the upstairs mezzanine. Some convos to be had, but most of the cafe clientele were on their laptops or reading. Pastry case was well stocked with the wholesale variety from Macrina, plus the usual bevs and cafe fare. I enjoyed my near two hour onsite visit. The only thing I wished is that I had brought a hoodie. The AC was jacked up. and of course, I had savored an iced mocha. Hopefully my next cafe detour won't take nine years though between visits.

Came here on a Sunday morning, it was busy but there was lots of seating available. They didn't…read morehave any sandwiches that day :( The vibe in the store is very family friendly and cute! The service is attentive and nice. The coffee is tasty and smooth. We all ordered an oatmilk latte, we'd rate 4.5/5. The Matcha latte was 0/5, do not buy, tastes like sugar milk I would come back for the coffee and to get work done! :)

I have a lot of love for Zoka in Green Lake, as I used to live by there and even played the cello…read morethere back in the day when they had a small stage. This location is also conveniently located for the UW/U village folks and offers the same quality drinks that I came to love at their first location. Love that they have quite a few tables and also outlets so it's a nice spot to work for a bit. Also, with the narrow space, you are never far from a window and natural light during the day. Probably my favorite coffee in the u village area.

Good neighborhood option with a large lobby perfect for groups, studying, laptop work, and sitting…read morefor a while. Service is friendly and efficient. The almond pinwheel was super tasty but the wildberry coffee cake was dry and couldn't detect any coffee. The lavender mocha was okay however I'm not a fan of whatever espresso roast they use as it's more on the bitter side. WiFi available and merch for sale. I love the beautiful art they have on the walls for sale.

On my last day in the neighborhood, I had to come in for my last espresso. Located next to the all…read moreencompassing hardware store, Gretchen's has been a neighborhood gem. Folks of all ages hang out and interact, especially if the weather is nice. Nice coffee using Caffé Vita beans. Always consistent. And a nice selection of sweet and savory pastries. I've only visited during the morning hours, but I think they also have lunch menus. Great friendly staff as well.

Been coming here a lot and enjoy the food but I am incredibly taken aback by how the owner, I…read morebelieve, is treating one of her teenage employees. He made a mistake with an order. He is clearly new. She is berating him in front of customers, loudly, obviously embarrassing him. Completely unnecessary and incredibly uncomfortable. There is no excuse for berating a staff member over a mistaken coffee order, for one, and to do it in front of customers? Unacceptable. Really disgusted. She then began berating other staff for not having music on. That was the only reason. Edit: When I told her it wasn't necessary to berate her staff, she screamed at me. So she's also happy to berate customers! Won't ever be going back.

I have been going to the Mr West downtown for many years and finally had the chance to check out…read morethe U village location. They have so much outdoor seating, on both sides of the cafe, which I really like. Way more than downtown. Food came out super quick too. My go to order has always been the Mr Breakfast plate, it's super hearty and full of great breakfast foods. However, the price has increased exponentially and quality has definitely gone down. I used to pay around $15 for this plate and it included bacon and now it's $17 + an extra $4 to add 2 pieces of bacon. (The bacon is totally worth it though). The potatoes recipe need to be completely refined, or they need to offer a substitution option for them. They are overly soft and they don't have nearly enough seasoning. That was the only thing that remained on my plate when I was done! and the soft boiled egg tasted a little off to me, like it had been sitting for a bit long. Other than that, the Turkish eggs and chopped chicken salad were very fresh and good. Staff were super nice when ordering at the counter, coffees and pastries were good as well. Overall I will come back here, just would like to see some quality changes with the Mr Breakfast as it used to be very good.

I've been coming to this UVillage cafe every summer when I visit Seattle. The vibe is so fun and…read moreclassy. The food and coffee always so yummy. So I'm sad to see the decline in this establishment. Upon entering I immediately noticed the worn upholstery in the booths. A serious makeover is needed. So trashy. But I get it times are hard. My food arrived on a chipped plate - time to throw it away folks. The counter server was very friendly as normal so that's a definite plus. However the BLT I ordered looked like they threw all the ingredients on the toast with no real prep. The tomato jam was not jam but pieces huge chunks too big to eat. While I'm glad they aren't skimping on the ingredients it was piled so high that it was challenging to eat. I ended up eating it in pieces with my fork and as such lost the tastiness of a combination of the flavors as it quickly became a deconstructed mess. A huge plus - the Seattle Fog was probably the best "London" fog I've ever had !!! Bravo. Not sure I'll come back again this visit. Maybe I'll check it next summer to see if improvements have been made.

I must admit that I'm a bit of a coffee snob and don't easily fall in love with coffee shops, but…read moreSanto may be the exception. The coffee, the staff, the vibes...everything is just perfect. When you walk in, you're immediately greeted by the most incredible fragrance of perfectly roasted coffee, followed by a super friendly barista. I love the aesthetic of the space, with the faux black marble countertop and black walls, broken up by the white accent wall, white bags of coffee beans, and occasional plant. The furniture is all very tasteful, with a great combination of black, white, tan, and dark green to tie the entire space together into a cohesive, artful, and modern vibe. Once you've soaked in the space, the next thing that grabs your attention is the coffee. The beans are perfectly roasted, and every espresso drink is crafted with precision and care, with beautiful latte art for even the alternative milks (which is quite difficult to accomplish!). The coffee is a bit nutty and chocolately, with a lovely fragrance that goes wonderfully with milk. The coffee isn't overly bright or bitter, and I think that even those who typically prefer a sweeter / flavored coffee beverage could enjoy a plain latte from this place. Can't wait to come back soon'

It was delicious. I was a bit apprehensive at first about the prices and my eyes popped a bit when…read morethe tablet suggested a 30% tip but the guy behind the counter was very knowledgeable about the pour over options and man that sandwich was da bomb I want to eat it again I went with the $9 coffee instead of the $22 gesha option. Visiting from out of town so not sure when I'll be able to go back but would like to someday. Found parking easily (might've been lucky) and enjoyed the ambiance. They were vibing Khruangbin, one of my faves. Classy and clean flooring and counters. Just barely got the last seat on a Monday at 11am. Definitely the type of place where folks come to park themselves for hours rather than WFH from their dreary studio apt. All good. Recommend!

Great coffee, great pastries, great atmosphere. People who work here are warm and welcoming, and in…read moremy opinion, this place is the gold standard for a coffeehouse. PS, Holly makes the best latte in Seattle!

I had stopped by the Van Gogh Coffeehouse ages ago pre-Yelp and when I used to live in nearby…read moreRavenna. I decided to stop in after two errands in between the heavy squalls (11/5/25). It's located in the same spot after many decades in Seattle's Wedgwood neighborhood. Since there's several cafes along this stretch of 35th NE, as point of reference, it's two doors south of Wedgwood Broiler. It shares a huge parking lot and adjacent to a Metro bus route. It had a nice autumn hue from the overhead lighting and interior decor. The local art for sale adorning the walls was a nice added touch. Upbeat, welcoming staff. It was full right at noon and brisk walk-in takeout traffic. Nice overhead music to chill, dine, and/or do laptop stuff. They offer the usual bev menu, as well as, breakfast & lunch items, soups, salads, modest pastry case (from Alki Bakery), merch, and coffee roasts from Zoka. The 16oz mocha was well crafted temp wise & good balance of espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate. I also opted for the roast beef panini without the horseradish. Generously filled with roast beef, havarti, mayo, and red onion on savory focaccia. It was provided with au jus and I selected potato salad versus chips. The au jus was not salty, so after dipping, I also sipped the hot broth. Very flavorful and filling. The other panini half I'll have to take home. Thanks to fellow Yelp Elite All Star, Will L for a compelling post. This was a pleasant detour for lunch.

4.5 stars. This was my first time at Saint Bread which feels crazy to say considering I have lived…read morein Seattle for the last 6+years. My partner and I were enticed in on a whim after paddle boarding in Lake Union and it did not disappoint. The smell of the smoker outside hit us as soon as we parked and from then we decided we couldn't leave without trying a little something. We ended up getting the miso caramel pork belly from the Hinoki food truck with a side of rice. The pork belly was really well flavored, smoky, sweet, and salty. I'm only taking half a star off for the rice which really wasn't great as it was mushy and overcooked. I would probably opt for the fries next time instead, though this might be a heavier combination. The service was good, and everyone we interacted with was perfectly nice and helpful. The plan is to definitely come back again and try more of what they have on their menu like the smoked half chicken, and even some drinks and things from the bakery.

This spot gets so much attention I almost wanted to dislike it to be a contrarian. But no...it's so…read moregood. The breakfast sandwich is just delicious especially if you can get it on the sweet bread (can't remember the name), and they have hojicha lattes which can be hard to find/do well! I would recommend going on a weekday, as the line does get crazy on weekends. But yeah it's worth it

Walkable, but no dogs inside (understandable!). Great reliable drink options and books for sale…read moreinside. Great local spot near the university district.

I stumbled into Fuel Coffee & Books on a morning when the whole neighborhood was still buzzing from…read morea 5K race, so the place was packed. Like, "good luck finding a quiet corner" packed. But honestly? The energy worked. The staff was moving with that calm, unbothered flow only seasoned baristas have. Friendly, attentive, and somehow keeping the line moving without making anyone feel rushed. Respect. Light was flooding every corner; that soft Seattle glow that makes you want to pull out your journal and pretend you live inside a cozy indie film. Ventilation was perfect. Temperature was perfect. Seating options? Abundant. And not the awkward wobbly kind either. This spot is built for lingering. I grabbed a latte, sat down, and immediately fell into an art journaling trance. There's something about being surrounded by curated shelves of books and cute little treasures that just unlocks your brain. It's the kind of place where you look up after ten minutes and somehow an hour passed. This was my first visit, but it's already on my list of "places I'll actually come back to and get work done." A rare category, honestly. If you're looking for a café that feels like a creative reset button; this is a great one.

I have been dying to try Hey Bagel and it did not disappoint! One of the best bagels I've ever had,…read moreand they have an assortment of creative smear flavors to accompany them. I had the garlic bagel with a curry smear and it was amazing. There is plenty of parking in the garage parking for the mall as the spots around it fill up quickly! There is also a nice area with tables just a few steps away from hey bagel.

Gotta go and wait for them to drop bagels that are fresh from the oven. Both times we went on the…read moreweekday, and ordered RIGHT as hot bagels were being dumped. Don't be like us :') Both bialys were tried were delish (a cheese x camaelized onion, and then the pizza bialy). Crazy cream cheese flavors - loved the curry for the intense flavor and simply how unique it was. The raspberry was also great, hot chili oil tasted exactly how it's named. Gonna just have to time a better visit so I get a ripping hot bagel. Otherwise, bagels that are chilling in the baskets are nothing crazy to write home about (prob 3.5/5). However, the creative cream cheese spreads ARE worth writing home about.

Great coffee, great staff, yummy baked goods. Cozy coffee shop atmosphere, plus the option to drift…read moreto nearby Cowen Park if the weather is nice!

I finally got a chance to try this coffee place! Come here as early as you can, a line starts to…read moreform around 8 or 9 am on the weekends. The oat milk latte is good, but a little light roast (or more sour when pulled into espresso shots) for my liking. Good atmosphere here when it doesn't get too busy. They play Y2K music and it's a little bit dim.