Japanese Breakfast, 7 days a week, 3 minutes from U Wash with FREE parking and a view of Lake…read moreUnion! Zara was new but we only knew because she told us, service was supreme anyway. Good company aside, we're here for the food... My first sample of banana milk - most delicious in a Mocha (chocolate-covered banana, anyone?!). Like dessert in a cup! More new new - enter the PLT: (Think BLT, but with thick-griddled porchetta) - snappy fresh arugula, roasted tomato, tangy yuzo kosho mayo on a spongy sesame focaccia - YUM! A big bite: The Breakfast Sando with marinated shiitake mushrooms - fluffy-as-clouds golden eggs atop TX-sized toasty bread with CHZ & YUM YUM sauce! It is!!! I'm loving this new idea of "yoshoku" (when Western food ideas are interpreted through a Japanese lens) - comfort food, reimagined. We had Fran's for dessert, but the sweets look similarly supreme! Indoor seating is light & bright, but there's plenty of space outdoors to entertain kiddos & doggos alike.

sadly, i was expecting so much more from this place…read more i came here with a friend who was really excited to try it. we both got the japanese breakfast, as it is the most popular dish. the vibes of the place were real nice. it is in a strange part of seattle, though -- it's a little west of u district towards fremont and ballard, and very, very close to northern lake union. it's difficult to get to if you aim to take public transportation there; i was living in u district at the time i went and i still found it tough! the service is good, you order at the register and they'll bring your food to you. the girl that took my order was very pleasant. onto the actual food: it was... fine. the japanese breakfast comes with jam on toast, a square omelette with chives, and saucy mushrooms. it was enjoyable, nothing tasted bad. very aesthetically pleasing, too. i just don't think it was worth $24 (and that *excludes* the hojicha latte, which i accidentally ordered hot instead of iced, lol. but that's on me)... this is a pretty simple meal to make, i could make it at home for much, much less than $24 -- and i have. my friend and i left feeling disappointed. i've seen this place lauded over and over on social media; however, i think between it being difficult to get to and the breakfast being extremely overpriced for what you get, i'm not sure i'll return. maybe i need to try it again on a different day.

Love love love!! When we arrived 30 mins before closing and…read morethere's about 40-50 ppl here with a line out the door, you know it's going to be good!!! We got a matcha float with mochi and a hojicha float with mochi. We love the hojicha better. The matcha is prob one of the better I've tasted, but not often you can find hojicha ice cream and milk tea. It was creamy and mildly sweet. So good, refreshing and satisfying! The mochi were ok. It was very bland and not sweet at all. I do prefer my mochi to have a little sweetness to them, like a sweet bite. This was like chewing a bigger non sweet boba ball. So I'd pass on the mochi here and maybe do all ice cream. If ever we're in Seattle would visit again. Update: we came here a few yrs later. The drinks were still good as ever. My husband got a frappe and loved it. We had a salmon bowl which was decent. Not something I would order again here but we were so hungry from traveling and meeting friends, we needed some food. This time no line out the door. We got a seat inside. We came in June this yr, nice weather outside but inside was super hot as they did not run the AC. They had the windows/doors open but no breeze and mosquitos were inside attacking. I can't imagine a good breeze when the cafe is wedged btw two huge buildings. It made our visit this time very stifling.

I've had the soft serve from here before, which was pretty good, so I got the matcha parfait this…read moretime. It seems to be what they're known for. This comes in a very large cup, with layers of matcha ice cream, cornflakes, vanilla whippedd cream, and mochi at the bottom. I'll be honest that the matcha ice cream wasn't my favorite. I'm not a huge fan of matcha in general, but I have had examples where the sweetness balances with the earthiness better - and this felt like it leaned too much into the earthiness side of it. It just tasted off when mixed with everything else. What was exceptional, though, was the second and third layers. Mixing the cornflakes with the vanilla whipped cream/yogurt layer was awesome. The crunchy texture provided with the creamy vanilla flavor really worked - and it felt like what the essence of a parfait is with the textural and flavor contrast. I think I would've liked this a lot more if the top had been vanilla ice cream instead - submitting a request to have that as an option on the menu. This was pretty expensive. It cost 14 dollars for a single parfait. That's just a crazy amount. I know it's pretty big, but it's simply overpriced. Overall, it's a decent but not very practical dessert. 5.5/10

TL;DR: Miero stands out in the International District with a…read moremodern, polished space and excellent coffee. If you're willing to deal with limited parking, a rough-around-the-edges neighborhood, and premium pricing, it's worth a visit, even if it's not somewhere you'll stop every week. Drinks: We tried the miso coffee and the strawberry matcha, and both were excellent. The flavors felt intentional and balanced without being gimmicky. While the menu leans Asian-inspired, the drinks are approachable and clearly designed with a broader American audience in mind. Vibe: The space is clean, modern, and feels distinct from many of the surrounding businesses. It's one of the better-looking coffee shops in the neighborhood. What could be better: Parking in the area is a challenge, and the surrounding neighborhood may be a turnoff for some visitors. The drinks are good enough to justify the price occasionally, but at these price points a loyalty or rewards program would go a long way toward encouraging repeat visits.

I guess their mascot is a heart? Either way, he/she/it is cuddly…read more Miero is a modern, inviting space, especially if you contrast it with other businesses in the neighborhood. If I lived nearby, I could see myself stopping by to catchup on emails, tapping away happily to myself. Most of the seats were taken: I saw folks on their laptops or chatting amongst themselves. Besides the vibes, you're here for coffee. I had an espresso that did the job, and my friend had a cold matcha drink that we shared and found decent. When we arrived, there was a sign at the cashier saying they'd be right back. Took a bit, but someone eventually came back to take our order and make our drinks. While we waited, I had time to notice they had a little store with tons of cute art and merchandise. Credit accepted.

Great spot for some popular flavored Vietnamese coffee and matcha. They have great selections like…read morebanana pudding, sesame and pandan that you can order pair it with your base. Gloomy Matcha (5/5) Great thick rich sesame topping swirled in with a strong matcha taste. This is always a wonderful combination that is difficult to master and I think they hit it right with the correct ratios where sesame and matcha doesn't overpower one another. I suggest opening the top and playing around with the flavor with your straw. Sweetness was not adjusted as they recommended and it's just right to me and not too sweet. Great place to hangout with a semi waterfront view and trendy interior with great music. Service is very fast despite the crowd and cashier was polite and friendly. Unfortunately I already had breakfast and I saw a lot of good plates so I'm definitely coming back to try their food and report back.

The best coffee in the best location! I am a huge fan of Aroom and my one gripe with the Fremont…read morelocation is how little seating space there is and how cramped it feels inside. This spot solves that problem and still serves the same amazing coffee! I got the black sesame latte which is my favorite thing here. They have plenty of tables and a ton of natural lighting, and there is also free wifi so you can do some work. One of my favorite spots! I need to try the food next :)

I love Flour Box and I definitely think it's worth trying IF you're dedicated enough to try. Their…read moredonuts are undoubtably delicious and pretty, but their line most days are LONG. They release weekly flavors and have yet to put out a flavor I didn't love. Though, don't sleep on their other baked goods or drinks either. If you wanted to enjoy your donuts right away, they have a really cute outdoor seating area as well. The line is no joke though. They're only open Thursday-Sunday until sold out, which they do every day. Make sure you check their Instagram to stay updated on the line status and whether you're still able to join it or not. Their line is especially long when they have savory flavors. On these days, I'd recommend going before opening and waiting rather than coming after. Sometimes it's already too late by then. The staff are all amazing and do their best to serve you as quickly as possible, but it will still require quite a bit of waiting. Highly recommend Flour Box if you want to but come early and be prepared to wait.

Sorry, but I refuse to support a business that has shown outright ableism to its disabled…read morecustomers. I find it fantastic that they're POC and woman-owned, but they have absolutely no accommodations for the largest minority in the world. I emailed them directly, asking them if there are any accommodations for us; as disabled people can't wait in lines for various reasons. I've never had a business tell me "no", but this establishment's response was very close to it: "we're doing what works best for us right now" is what the email said. Not, "Oh yes, how can we help you?" I attempted to wait in the line and even got the donuts, but the cost was having a mental breakdown when I got to my car. I should not have to put myself through physical and mental torture because a business refuses to accommodate my disability, yet alone acknowledge they have a problem. They even recommended that an ABLE-BODIED person get the donuts for me. This is considered ableist, whether they realize it or not, and it felt like a direct slap in the face. This is telling me that they don't care about accommodating disabled people, and that tells me all I need to know about an establishment. This was three years ago. They still haven't changed.

The restaurant has a store front with limited seat at downtown Seattle. It great for the lunch time…read morewith short walk at nearby offices. Menu very simple a few bowl and banh mi options. We got the vermicelli bowl option with grilled pork and grilled chicken. The grilled pork is just ok for the marinade sauce. They are not heavy but not to my standards. The chicken also just ok. Overall the price is medium range for the city center. But it is a been there done that kind of thing.

Really great prices, especially in downtown Seattle. Definitely a lunch spot to try!…read more You order on a large touch screen at the front and sit down to wait for your order. The place isn't large, but there are a few bigger tables to fit some large groups. The chicken banh mi was good. Not amazing, because the chicken seemed a bit white and less seasoned, kind of resembling deli chicken. I'm probably spoiled with the bbq'd or grill-charred chicken I get at my usual banh mi place outside the city. But regardless, still a yummy lunch to eat!

I've associated Jollidaze with their holiday photo ops and honestly, didn't know they were open…read moreoutside of the last few months in the year. Basically, I thought they were a pop up. They sell themselves around being a holiday themed shop which isn't a bad thing, but when it's not the holiday season, the charm feels almost mismatched. All that to say, I love the idea, the space, and the vibes here but have often looked past it because of my perception with the branding. However, I will say their menu is great and the holiday joy is more of a supplement rather than a cover up or gimmick. I would comfortably visit Jollidaze for their drinks and get a working session. Wifi available, washroom (restrooms) available, and outlets available. Ube Phe Latte - rich, creamy, ube foam on top of a strong ca phe! There's also some ube milk, so a three layered drink. Both parts of ube were nutty, sweet, and paired with the ca phe amazingly. Strong Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk always hits but the ube mixture is a cherry on top. Up there with the other ube coffees around. Strawberry Matcha - honestly a simple no frills strawberry matcha. Smoothly whisked matcha, lightly sweetened strawberry puree, and a cup to be mixed in. Maybe more jam than other spots, which can help sweeten the drink and add some texture (chewiness), so might have to say above average.

I was exploring around Chinatown and decided to stop into Jollidaze to get a iced drink. Since, I…read morehadn't had my Vietnamese coffee fix for the day. There is a small lot for $9/hr or paybyphone street parking. My wife ordered a mocha. She thought it was pretty good. The Classic: Vietnamese robusta beans dripped with phin filter, condensed milk (3/5). A lighter coffee taste similar to coffee ice cream. A small and simple shop with a few seats to sit at. Order via kiosk or cashier.

Great atmosphere to watch the games and eat some good food or pho! I'll be coming back.read more

I don't normally go out for lunch so this was my first time. The place is clean and has seating…read more The staff were attentive and friendly. Helped me figure out what to order. The food was delicious! I normally take some home but not today. Too yummy! Plus I like the side choices. Support local small businesses!