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    Cafe Madeline

    4.5 (44 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    i've been to this restaurant at least about five times mainly for breakfast. I ordered chicken twice the first time it was good the second time horrible no batter fries greasy soggy. I tried to call down to be reimbursed or to express the issue that I had with the Food they never answered. I've literally called 3 or four days back to back. They wouldn't answer the phone. This happened on January 18 here I am today which is July 1 ordering food and to come talk to Mr. Andrew Chang about. about the bad service which is the owner of the place. He downplay everything that I said would not reimburse me my money because he couldn't pull it up in his computer but mind you everyone that works there knows me and they know that I pay for it, but instead of reimbursing me, he asked me to leave his place because he couldn't figure out what card that I use which I gave to him showed him my card. He wanted me to prove to him that I paid when he knows I paid there is a Spanish guy that works there that knows that I paid and there's also an asian lady that works there as well. They all know that I've paid this is not my first time coming down there, but instead, I guess it made him feel good in front of customers by asking me to leave instead of reimbursing me my money the food is horrible his attitude Andrew's attitude, which is the owner is terrible. I would never recommend anyone going down there in anything everything is really really greasy the cook never changes his gloves. He use the same gloves for everything. I'm in the Food service as well and we know to switch out gloves. If you really took the test the food handlers test if anyone decides to go there check out the cook pay attention. He never switches his gloves out. He touches his hair. He runs his hands through his hair. You know brushes, his gloves on his pants, never switches out and that's a hazard itself. I would never wishes on my worst nightmare.

    French toast and classic platter
    Edgar A.

    What a great place for breakfast. Ordered the French toast and the classic platter. Both were delicious. The staff was friendly. The bathroom was super clean. The cherry on top, the prices were WAY better than what the hotel wanted to charge. Glad I found this place. Thank you.

    Two egg breakfast
    Caren F.

    I am a big yelper so with 5 stars, I def had to go and check this place out. First off, I do want to say, I came here for breakfast, but it seems as if they have an intensive lunch menu, unfortunately I won't be able to try as I am here for a training and lunch is provided. With that being said. I had the 2 eggs (cooked well), bacon (crispy per my request) and the hash brown, to my surprise the hash brown was not frozen, it's the type of hash brown that you would purchase at a grocery store and warm up via oven/air fryer. Their espresso machine was out of order, so a bit bummed. However, their drip coffee wasn't too bad. Was a one person show so lucky it wasn't too busy, so we got our food pretty quickly. Other than that, just your average cafe food.

    Breakfast plate in a box
    Sin-Yaw W.

    It's the courthouse cafeteria and, for that, not bad. Since the customers are relatively captive and usually pressed for time, they must strive first for efficiency. You come, you order, you get a box for what you ordered, and out you go. You'll come back if the box contained what you ordered and was eatable. They exceeded that expectation and therefore also attracted some external foot traffic. I would say the breakfast plate was exactly what I expected, taste-wise, and also the Americano. I was hoping for better serving ware and utensils. Like a real plate and metal knife/fork. But they couldn't be bothered to separated dine-in and to-go customers. To be fair, I was the only one sitting down to eat.

    Side menu
    Timothy M.

    The place was very spacious and incredible servers who were very friendly. I would definitely recommend for a morning break. The food did take a little bit longer which means it's fresh unlike some breakfast places. I really enjoyed the k toast but would've liked a bit more flavor in the eggs. Overall I would come back to try other items on their menu.

    Courthouse Club.
    Libby W.

    Got delivery via DoorDash. Ingredients were fresh and good quality, but the "Maddie Melt" did not come grilled, so def wasn't a "melt" (and yes, I did specify hot in my order). The Courthouse Club was exactly as described.

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    Kalae M.

    Andrew is the best! He's so open and welcoming. His energy explodes in a good way to attract people. I would love to live in Seattle just to come here and feel the positive energy. We tried the Korean street toast, recommended here on Yelp! I ordered three one with sausage, one with bacon and one with ham. My husband and I shared. (Obviously took home leftovers it's so filling) My girls had hash browns and fries( not my choice for their last breakfast here) but hey I wanted a pain free meal . So good and must try. Our first visit last week we had the court house sandwich. All choices were amazing. And don't forget to order your hot cocoa! Mahalo cafe Madeline for your excellent service

    8 piece Korean fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce
    Katie R.

    This is seriously the best Korean fried chicken in Seattle! The sauces are incredible, the wings are hot and crispy and tender, and all around it is an amazing meal. I could eat this all day

    Seoul bowl - all the works
    Lea S.

    Yummy, casual lunch spot with friendly, fast service and plenty of indoor seating. You have to try the Korean spicy fried chicken sandwich - it's super juicy with textures of a crunchy coating and cole slaw, with just the right amount of spice, sauce, and buttery bun ratio.

    Wow! What a great greeting this fine Monday morning. They greet everyone like they know them. I sat in the lobby and was able to observe it. The breakfast burrito was yummy. The coffee was PERFECT! They have a coffee expert in house. He put a lot of love into it. I do love my crew at Starbucks, however this could be my favorite. Check it out!

    Korean Street toast
    Jeffery K.

    Cafe Madeline serves up a solid Korean street toast and coffee. I was searching for a breakfast/coffee place on my most recent trip to Seattle and this restaurant was just a few blocks from my hotel. The Korean street toast was well-made with a Korean omelet, Krispy bacon, and ketchup sandwiched between well- buttered bread ($10). They also had a solid mocha. I couldn't connect to their wifi so might not be an amazing place to sit and study, but that may have been more due to my technical ineptitude than the lack of wifi.

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    Richard W.

    I really liked this place! It has a lot of variety. I picked up a basic sandwich and was happy with it. I'd come back.

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    Great food for reasonable price In Downtown Seattle! Quick service and friendly staff.

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    4.4
    (98 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Amazing. Honestly one of the best dang sandwiches I've had in my life…read more Pricey as these sandwiches are fresh, quality ingredients, the focaccia bread is wonderful, and the sandwiches are huge! Vegetarian and pescatarian friendly as well. The staff are hard working and friendly. This place is busy but the wait isn't long. They offer both indoor and outdoor dining. You bus your own table but they bring the food out to you. Very modern, cozy, earthy, bougie atmosphere. I have ordered the turkey sandwich twice now as it's just that amazingly delicious. I order it with no remoulade as I'm picky and not a mayo fan so I order it with extra of the vinaigrette. Soooooo bombbbbb. The arugula, the turkey, just everything is so fresh and delectable. My mouth is watering writing this review. My man ordered the fried fish sandwich which I tried and wow....best fish sandwich we both have ever had. Soooo good. It was sold out my first visit here now I understand why it's so popular! I am so excited to return and try the French dip and mortadella in the future! Highly extremely recommend this delicious establishment!!!!

    The French dip, pork Milanese, and chicken salad sandwiches were all really good. Their bread was…read moreamazing too! I really liked the flavor of the chicken salad. It had a strong tarragon flavor, if you're into that. The atmosphere inside is very comfortable, and the service is efficient and friendly.

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    Paseo is my happy place. The grilled chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned -- juicy,…read morecrispy-skinned, and loaded into a toasted baguette with all those incredible toppings. Pair it with a strawberry margarita and you've got yourself the perfect meal. The staff here are the real deal -- friendly, fast, and genuinely passionate about what they serve. The line moves quickly and the food is always worth the wait. If you haven't been, you're missing out. Paseo is a Seattle treasure.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    I used to love Paseo and I've been going there for over 20 years but the service has really gone…read moredownhill because of bad experiences with Gisela. I received a promo for $5 off so I tried to use it the previous time, but she didn't know how to apply it. Then another time when I order The Caribbean Plato with pulled roasted pork, when I got home, I discovered the wrong type of meat (grilled pork instead of pulled pork). For these reasons, I didn't go back for a long time. Today, I went again to get take out for my visitors. I called in the order so I didn't have to wait, but Gisela didn't understand my order and kept getting it wrong. I ordered 3 Caribbean Plato with pulled pork, and 1 Caribbean Plato with chicken thigh, but she kept repeating the wrong order back to me (2 pork, instead of 3, wrong type of meat, etc), so I tried it again and again, still no comprendo. I got frustrated and told her that I would just come in person to order. I was in a hurry, but I had no choice. When I got there, I ordered the same thing, but this time, I gestured the type of pork I wanted, using my hands to show pulled and tried to explain that I wanted the shredded kind, not the solid kind). Someone was with me so he heard my order in plain English. As I was waiting for my order, I decided to ask her once more just to be sure that it wasn't the grilled pork bc she made that mistake last time. Then she said my meat was grilling now. I was alarmed since they don't get the pulled pork from the grill. I told her that I wanted PULLED ROASTED PORK, not the solid grilled patty kind. She said something in Spanish to the guy who was putting my order together and he showed me a sample of the pulled pork so I said "YES" that's the one I want. She said they were already cooking the grilled pork. When I told her that she was giving me the wrong order, she said "it's too late". I was so upset so I said, "why is it so hard to understand my order?" Pulled pork is pulled pork, not grilled pork. I never even mentioned the word "grilled". A guy came out from the kitchen so I explained myself and he said what I want is the pulled roasted pork and I said, "that's what I ordered". She tried to explain something to him in Spanish, but he told her to just give me the pulled pork and I was on my way. She just ruined my day, and I could feel my blood pressure rising. I don't think I will ever return again. It's too hard to explain the right kind of meat to Gisela. Dining out and getting take out should be a pleasant experience, not a stressful one.

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    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    4.1
    (1.7k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Really good sandwiches and awesome staff. Love going there especially when I'm sick to get the…read moregrilled cheese and tomato soup. Reminds me of being home and sick and of family. Very hard for a restaurant to be able to do that. I'm grateful it does. I thank the loving staff for enjoying what they do and not bringing negativity to work as you can tell when you're there that everyone is excited to be there. It shows on how everything is done!

    I've been wanting to go here for a while, but I was living far away for the past 6 years. I heard…read moreit closed down due to poor management and reopened. Finally moved back and got to try it. I've had my eyes on the Fast Eddie ever since I heard about this place because it was one of the most recommended sandwiches. The ambiance was alright. Pretty dark imo but maybe because it was just after Christmas and they had their holiday decor up. Also the bar area was closed. I was a bit confused on where to order until I realized there were kiosks by the front counter. It would've been nice if one of the workers actually had said something to me. Anyway, onto the food. I got the Fast Eddie with fries and it was alright. The meat was bit dry. Yes there was the au jus to dip in and it helped quite a bit, but all the flavors just didn't mesh. It was basically an ordinary french dip. The fries were okay, but the jalapeno aioli was great! That made everything better, but not enough to save the sandwich. Not sure if I would come back, but I would definitely try a different sandwich. One that caters more to my taste buds

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    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    4.4
    (49 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Really good sandwiches!…read more I was visiting Seattle for work and during my break, I decided to go to the Armory for lunch. This was certainly a great choice, the food is excellent! I had their Philly Cheesesteak, which was awesome. Everything is cooked to order, so there is a slight wait after ordering, but it is certainly worth it. There are also seats and tables outside of the spot for you to eat at, it's shared with a few other restaurants. If you really want an exciting time, eat there while a Zumba is going on! Then you can people watch while enjoying your food.

    Big Mike's Sandwich company located in a food court known as the Armory at the Seattle Center, and…read morewas one of the more enticing places to try out of all of the options nearby. We were able to get food on a Saturday around 4PM, and fortunately Big Mike's was one of the few places still open at the time. The armory is pretty accessible via the monorail, if you decide to drive, you will have to consider nearby streetside or venue/science center parking. Service is efficient - you place your order at the counter and they will call your name when your sandwich is ready. It took them about 10 minutes to get our sandwich out. There are plenty of tables just outside of the restaurant where you can dine. We got the ribeye cheesesteak for $23, which also came with a bed of fries just underneath the sandwich. The sandwich itself was piping hot, but just hot enough to enjoy without burning yourself. The steak was tender and had decent chew, sliced to a nice thinness. Personal preference, I would like the steak seasoned a bit more strongly as flavor-wise it does get a little one dimensional. This is definitely a touristy area part of town, and I would say that prices are pretty standard. For one person, you should be able to get a nice and filling portion for $18 - $23. I wouldn't consider this place a must visit if you are in Seattle - The flavors are decent and definitely will get you full in a pinch if you are really hungry and in the area.

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    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    We love this fantastic Italian deli that manages to be in Seattle and not New Jersey. It reminds me…read moreof a Jersey ones I miss. The Porchetta, Meatball Sub, and Eggplant Parm are all excellent. We took a hot bag of subs once to Anacortes for a whale watch and they were still excellent two hours later on the boat.

    Salumi is a solid sandwich shop in the heart of downtown and a convenient stop if you're exploring…read morethe nearby stadiums and attractions. We ordered the Meatball Sub and Eggplant Sub with marinara sauce. Both sandwiches were flavorful and satisfying. The meatball sub was hearty and comforting, while the eggplant sub had a rich marinara sauce that worked well with the sandwich. We were especially disappointed that the Cubano was sold out, as it was one of the main reasons we stopped by. The only drawback was the price--at around $20 per sandwich, it felt a bit expensive for what you get, especially considering it was just a 6-inch sub, even though the quality was good. We visited during a FIFA World Cup match, so the line was quite long, but it moved steadily and efficiently. No complaints there. The atmosphere is casual and straightforward, with indoor seating only. Its downtown location near the stadiums makes it a convenient spot for a quick meal before or after an event. Overall, a good sandwich shop with quality food, though the pricing keeps it from being a must-visit. I'd still come back to finally try that Cubano.

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    Braised Porchetta Grindhouse
    Braised Porchetta Grindhouse
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    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    4.2
    (517 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    This is the place to go for east coast transplants and MOT's living in the greater Seattle area to…read moreget yer nosh on! Since the family brought their baking in house they've really shined. Their bagels are fabulous as is their lox. For those, like me, who can unhinge their jaw for an authentic pastrami or corned beef masterpiece. Go with the "Ding sized" sandwich. They'll make a smaller Seattle sized version as well for those who don't treat deli as an indulgence of rye and meat piled high. I wish they'd add kreplach to the menu (sorry Vance. I know my litany is old!) but I keep discovering new deliciousness here even after being a regular for nearly 4 years since my recovery from a life threatening illness, that I recovered from in part due to making regular stops here during my post surgical recovery. Just today I had the blintzes for the first time with their in house made cherry compote and sour cream. Amazing. Keep up the amazing work!!! My recommendation for newbies. Get the pastrami on marbled rye with gribenes and mustard. If you're feeling extra indulgent ask for a schmear of chopped liver, if you're keen on said. You won't regret it!

    Revisited Dingfelder's and sampled a bunch more items off their menu. They just hit it out of the…read morepark so consistently and I love bringing friends to blow their socks off. Bonus: this spot is kosher! Potato Latkes (5/5): These latkes are thick boys and fried up so they're piping hot when they hit the table. Because of their size, you really get the contrast of the hard crunch on the outside with super fluffy potato inside. So good we immediately turned around and ordered more. Chocolate Babka (2/5): This was truly the only miss I've had here. Unfortunately, the babka just really dries out after it's been sliced, which is a shame because it's just gorgeous with generous swirls of chocolate inside. Reuben (5/5): I really thought their pastrami couldn't be beat, but the brisket is dare I say better? Just as tender and feels a bit less fatty, so it's a little more crushable. Tip: go for the seeded rye over the marbled rye; something about the marbled rye just falls apart a bit more with the juices of the meat, though it's still delicious! Black & White Cookies (4/5): I expected this to be cloyingly sweet, but this was actually scrumptious with some fresh lemon flavor in the cookie itself. Absolutely massive as well.

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    Pastrami w/mustard on marbled rye (1/6/25)
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