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Café Hagen

4.4 (651 reviews)
ModerateScandinavian, Cafes
Closed • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Melissa M.

The cafe is beautiful! There are so many plants surrounding the tables. The food and drinks were delicious. The only thing that was a little concerning was how cold it was with the doors wide open in the morning. For two people it came out to about $71.00.

Croque monsier panini
Caitlin N.

We stopped in after Café Hagen was recommended by a friend. We ordered a cortado, an iced miso butter latte, a blueberry cheese danish and a croque monsier panini. Our drinks and food didn't take long to arrive and we enjoyed everything we ordered. It was also a fun coffee shop to hang out in. The real plants were a nice touch but the fake hanging plants hung a little too low and were easy to bump.

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Becky W.

We had a nice walk from our hotel to visit Cafe Hagen. We all enjoyed our food and coffees. The interior is small and has a cozy feel, with a long table to seat 4 and then small table that are situated around that seat two people. We sat outside since there was 5 of us. The bad part was they couldn't unlock the chairs outdoors so we had to make it work, since the outside seating area is not owned by them. The service was okay. They were busy and it is not a very fast Service place, but the food is worth it. The quiche we had as delightful, and the croissant sandwich was very good. Avocado toast was great as well. The cinnamon roll rectangle was delicious!

Ham and cheese croissant
ThuyVy N.

This spot is so cute and well decorated and folks were friendly.i thought all the food and drinks we got were alright. The mocha I got was pretty standard and didn't care for it, the matcha that was supposed to be banana black sesame tasted like a mint matcha to me and I didn't really care for the banana coffee.

Croque monsieur and quiche
Erin M.

There are so many coffee shops to try in Seattle, and this one had been on my list for a while. I finally got around to trying it, and it was definitely worth the visit. As soon as you walk in, you're immersed in a cute café filled with greenery and plants everywhere, which adds to the fun, cozy vibe. It does get pretty packed on the weekends. I went around 10 a.m. and it was pretty busy. Although, we didn't have to wait in a long line as the service is efficient. You order at the counter, and they have a good selection of pastries, sandwiches, and other brunch items. I ordered a vanilla latte, the raspberry cloud matcha, a quiche, and the croque monsieur. The coffee was perfectly creamy and smooth without being too sweet. The food was good, nothing that particularly stood out but I'd still come back. Next time I'd probably try the breakfast board since that seems to be a favorite. Overall, it's a nice spot to study or grab a bite or drink with friends, but just keep in mind it can get pretty noisy when it's crowded.

Weekend brunch includes a glorious spread of sweet and savory goodies (June 2025)
Alan G.

While Seattle has plenty of great coffeehouses, Cafe Hagen stands out for us! The plant-filled interior gives the place an inviting, peaceful ambiance, and the service was friendly and on point. We intentionally wanted to try their brunch after reading other reviews, along with their coffee offerings. The Cafe Hagen Brunch was a real treat, with a beautiful board of soft scrambled eggs; a crispy Danish waffle topped with a berry jam, scoop of whipped cream and powdered sugar; several slices of smoky bacon; a bowl of guacamole topped with sesame seeds; ripe grapefruit wedges; two wedges of artisan cheeses; housemade bread; and rich butter. We also enjoyed their latte flight which included creative flavors, including kebenhaven, hazelberry, raspberry-bloom, and strawberry-coconut. Need any more reasons to try Cafe Hagen for breakfast/brunch? I didn't think so :-)

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Cheryl W.

This was the best salad I ever ate. The unique combination of ingredients was unexpectedly delicious. The Viking Power bowl is a must try.

Superbowl Matcha special
Mahika A.

I've been here many times before and it's usually a great experience. The food is good - nothing crazy. I tried the Go Hawks matcha (super bowl special), and it was really good very sweet. It's pretty similar to an Einspanner Matcha with the sweet cream on top. I didn't really like the raspberry jam in it because the seeds were a little difficult to drink. My friend got an avocado toast, which was also good, but you can't really go wrong with avocado toast. What was frustrating this time was my friend who is allergic to sesame wanted to get the healthy skillet. The bread and the healthy skillet has sesame in it so she asked if they could replace it with something instead they charged her extra for a croissant which wasn't very accommodating. They also didn't even warm up the croissant. I think there are a lot of other great cafés in the area. I think I'll check those out instead.

Kelsey G.

My feelings are mostly for the amazing pastry they get from Freya.. but seriously they're incredible. My threeeyear old ask for the cruffin and dang it was delicious, custardy inside, sugary fun outside I got the pear crème brûlée pastry it was amazing. I don't care much for their coffee but I keep coming back for the pastry!

Salted Caramel Latte
Nancy T.

Such a CUTE Scandinavian Cafe! I made it in before the 2pm crowd rushed in. The menu was very straight forward with traditional cafe menu items with an added section of their Scandinavian specials. There's a full breakfast menu, lunch, and sandwiches. 2-5 pm also has a HH menu along with a variety of drinks. I ordered the salted caramel latte with oat milk and the toasted Brie and prosciutto toast. OMG it was soooo good and savory. I would come back just for the toast! The decor is definitely clean and Scandinavian style. Very easy to work and spend time here.

Pooja P.

Every Seattleite has a fav cafe here and mines this one. Been here so many times now that I basically spend most of my Saturday/Sunday mornings here. I absolutely love love it. What I also really love is the whole Scandinavian vibe. Their Nordic style brunch and coffee menu, minimalist ambiance, indoor plants, lots of light(on the days when the suns out here in Seattle lol) and the branding is all cozy hygge feeling. My go to order is their chicken & avo panini. It's super filling, super fresh and it hits every single time. I'm also currently obsessed with one of their seasonal specials: the København Scandinavian classic latte with almond and cardamom. The almond gives it this soft, nutty base and the cardamom adds a warm spice taste. Staff is chill and friendly! Also it's dog-friendly. My friend and I spend hours here with our coffees and our paw friend enjoys his treats and people watching! My absolute favoriteee cafe!

Keizzel C.

I really enjoyed our brunch here during the weekend. I was worried at first because there was a line out the door but it's an order first before you sit down type of place. I would say come earlier if you're in a larger group but we were lucky to get a table under an umbrella for our group. The menu is pretty extensive but be sure to check timing of the items on the menu if you want to try something. We had a couple items to share with the table and really enjoyed the coffee flight and the breakfast board. Easy to share and enjoyed the flavors! The coffee is on the sweeter side so if you like it black I probably wouldn't recommend it. I would totally get the board again and you can pick your protein. I was skeptical if it would be filling to share between two people but it was actually a good amount as long as you take your time to eat it. haha

Pear cheese danish
Jan R.

On a late Saturday morning we were out walking our dog when we stumbled upon Cafe Hagen -- kind of in the middle of nowhere, squeezed between high-rise buildings. There was a big line for coffee, so we figured it must be worth it. Why not give it a try? The moment we walked in, we instantly felt warm and fuzzy. The place just has that cozy vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. We ordered the ham and cheese croissant sandwich, a pear and cheese danish, and of course some coffee. Service was quick and done with a smile, which always makes the experience better. Since we had our dog, we grabbed our goodies and sat outside. We split everything -- sweet, savory, and the coffee -- and it all disappeared pretty fast. The ham and cheese croissant even had a pickle inside, and I've got to say... it was delicious and tasted freshly made. The pear and cheese danish was even better than expected -- that combo of pears and cheese was excellent. Overall, great food, friendly service, and a cozy spot we're glad we found by accident. Thanks, Cafe Hagen -- we'll definitely be back!

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Incredible brunch plate. Go on the weekend for it! Great almond croissant as well. Friendly service. Nice atmosphere

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Super cute location. Great first-date and friend meet-up spot. Nice outdoor area, cozy interior, good coffee.

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It's a small shop and largely knick-knacks, but there are some real gems here:…read more 1. they have the best selection of pickled herring I have seen anywhere in the United States, and it's good-quality stuff. 2. they have Karelian pies that taste correct, and bring back fond memories of Finland. Better than any other ones I've had in the US--I just wish I'd asked for them to not heat it up.

I was requested to stop here on behalf of The Homie (3/19/26). He wanted to check out some specific…read moreFinnish items. And as for me, I always like to stop in and wander indie international grocery sites. Scandinavian Specialties is located on Crown Hill in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. There are a few parking slots adjacent to their building and also accessible via Metro bus. Nice, bright, clean site with well organized shelves and display areas. Easy to navigate and wander. Welcoming and upbeat service at the front register. The retail side of had a nice selection of jewelry, knives, socks, knitwear and sweaters, household decor, chocolates and other sweets, packaged and canned goods, frozen and refrigerated items. There's also an adjacent cafe area. The menu is visible above the front counter register. The Homie ended up selecting a bag of salted licorice (local), cloudberry jam (rare, imported), and Finnish bread cheese (Juusto, domestic from Wisconsin). He was happy with his finds and hopes to return to dine at their onsite cafe. *Scandinavian: Denmark, Norway, Sweden *Nordic: the above and Finland

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Everything you'd want in a museum cafe. Definitely had Scandinavian flair. We opted for the Pork…read moreTenderloin smørrebrød and the Salmom Gravlax. I was thinking I would prefer the salmon but hubs and I shared both. The Salmon Gravlax had creamy dill as a base, topped with pickled red onion & dill. Very tasty, very satisfying. Hubs was enjoying the pork, and once I tried it, I could see why. The horseradish aioli was the exact combination with the pork tenderloin. I think it was our favorite of the two. This was a great option after visiting the museum. Very enjoyable morning!!

An amazing cafe right inside the entrance to the Nordic museum (no admission necessary)! They serve…read moreunique Scandinavian food like smørrebrød and pickled herring alongside staples like avocado toast and drip coffee. I LOVED my Stockholm steam (black tea with cardamom syrup, nutmeg, and steamed milk). Comfort in a cup. The star of the show was the Rømmegrøt, a Norwegian sour cream porridge. It tasted very rich, creamy, sweet and just slightly tangy with a velvety smooth texture. The generous toppings balanced it out perfectly and it was served in a beautiful Fortessa bowl. The presentation elevated the deliciousness. The staff also cleaned up a broken plate knocked down by a little girl and handled the situation with kindness and grace. Freya reminds me of the cafe Off the Rez at the Burke museum: a beautiful tribute to the museum's heritage and a way for visitors to experience its culture.

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The best spinach and cheese croissant!!! The cheese wasn't too overpowering or too salty. The…read morecroissant was on the denser/chewier side rather than airy, which is how I prefer it! This was the perfect pastry for an easy and light breakfast. It wasn't too oily at all. I came in the morning around 8:30am and later again near 11:30am and it seemed like they had different pastries at the different times! The croissants were near sold out by 11:30am, and they had brought out their puffs. I need to to try the jalapeno cheddar cheese puff next time! The drip coffee was so delicious. I would love to come back to ask if they offer refills for free or at a discount. There was a good amount of seating, but I'm not sure if you could study/work here because I didn't pay attention to if they had wifi/outlets/a bathroom. I walked, but it seemed like there was a decent amount of street parking nearby.

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