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Best place in Pioneer Square for juices and smoothies is this small cafe. Cocoa Banana certainly makes use of these couple ingredients. It also has bubble tea. For sure it's a way to cool off. There's only a few seats inside, so most people get takeout it seems. A small cafe with big flavor. It's about $7 for a smoothie. That's actually not bad for these. More in the cup than it actually appears. These are thick. Certainly a good idea to get one with the key ingredients. I got the one known as the Tony. Bananas and chocolate are in it of course. There's also cold brew and peanut butter along with your choice of a beverage base, and I got coconut milk. A good combination. This is something a monkey would have after going to a gym. Cool place literally and figuratively. It's located on Cherry Street. There's plenty of choices for vegans and vegetarians. read more

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Diana X.

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5 months ago

Wonderful smoothie and boba cafe! I got a smoothie with carrot, spinach, and a couple of other healthy veggies and mix-ins, then added beets too. The smoothie was filling and nutritious, and tasted super fresh. The service was really nice too. They also have seating. This is a great place to grab a healthy drink if you're in Pioneer Sq. read more

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Nothing special going on inside beside them making these absolutely delicious drinks. Might be the best smoothie I've had in a very long time. The price was also just right. Very small shop with large colorful menu displays. Not much room for hanging out so I took my drinks to go. The service is pretty typical of a smoothie or bubble tea shop. At this location you order from a human which is always nice. Just wait till you check out their menu. When I started to read it, I was in awe by the very appetizing flavor combinations they offer. I want to go back soon and try another. Mine and my dates drinks where so darn tasty I'm starting to reminisce. I forsee another trip to pioneer square coming very soon. So glad I decided to stop in for a drink. read more

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Melissa S.

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I live and work nearby. In the summer, I am here often for the smoothies. Super affordable compared to all the surrounding smoothie spots in the area. They also have a great rotating soup that I crave during the cold months. Food is good. Great friendly service. Super chill ambiance very "old seattle vintage" pioneer square! 100% will be back. read more

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I wanted to get a boba but 80% of their menu is smoothies/shakes, so I got a chocolate coconut banana one. It was good, but I never order smoothies so it's hard to compare it. read more

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Stopped in to grab some smoothies. I was greeted pleasantly by the shop owner. He made the smoothies to order and with real and fresh ingredients. There were so many delicious sounding options but I went with the mango peach smoothie - it did not disappoint! Smoothies were reasonably priced at $7 for a regular size. There is some seating inside. In addition to smoothies they offer bubble teas and a limited food menu. Highly recommend! read more

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Jenifer D.

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The Pea soup was amazing! The smoothies are fresh and delicious! Nice little place to stop in and grab a snack

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We went here a couple of times because friends recommended this family business. I was told that another competitor highly recommended their drinks. The Taro milk tea and strawberry smoothie were delicious. read more

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Amazing smoothies, quick service, and a variety of delicious & healthy offerings! I highly recommend the Banana Almond joy with coffee if you're in the mood for a coconut-infused nutty chocolate-y drink. I've also tried the carrot spinach smoothie and loved it as well -that one is definitely on the lighter side but is absolutely nourishing. I think these smoothies are well priced at $7 given the size and all of what they have in there! Be sure to check them out next time you're in pioneer square. read more

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Chuck R.

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Best chicken noodle soup in downtown Seattle, bar none. Support your neighbors in Pioneer Square! Check them out!

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Tammy N.

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We wanted to grab a quick smoothie before our tour (tour starts in 8 minutes) and found this smoothie shop across the street. The lady who manned the shop was quick to greet us and made our smoothie order in a flash. I had a Kale Mango and my son had Mango Peach and both were delicious! The shop used real fruits and nothing artificial. When checking out, she gave us a discount from seeing me holding our tour tickets without me even mentioning it. Great customer service, great smoothies! Would come back when I'm in Seattle again. read more

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Great smoothies! They have great Bubble teas but my Fav is the Banana Colada! Near Pioneer Square! Good stuff! read more

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Othon H.

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Your basic smoothie place. We ordered a bunch of drinks for our sober coworkers during an office happy hour, and really went over super well. The Oreo pie and Nutella were favorites, but I wouldn't recommend the almond joy, the blended up coconut still prompts plenty of coughing, which is a little taboo atm. read more

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Taina T.

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They actually use real ingredients for smoothies and non processed foods or powders. Owner is super friendly

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Monica M.

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Very friendly service and the smoothies are delicious and affordable! They also have many add on options.

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Brittany S.

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So customizable! And great diversity in ingredients. Definitely a good grab and go place read more

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Jennette R.

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4 years ago

Yummy place to grab a smoothie before the Underground Tour. Sad they do not provide a restroom even though the use food.

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Amy C.

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Got the almond joy and omg, so yummy. Soups were tempting as they smelled AMAZING. Owner was so lovely! Going back for more!

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Amy H.

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Best breakfast smoothie in PSQ! Try anything with coconut - and they can float espresso on top too!

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Sidney W.

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Have lived in Seattle for many years, but happened to stumble across this place today. Lovely little establishment with delicious smoothies. I had one with almond butter and chocolate - nice and smooth. The woman that worked there was very friendly and hospitable. Will be coming back! read more

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Dennis V.

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Friendly service and delicious smoothies. It's been a go-to spot for a smoothie (and formally salads) for at least 15 years.

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Jeremy S.

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I've been to a few smoothie places around here and so far I think this place makes the best smoothie with chocolate, coffee, peanut butter, and banana. It tastes so good, I just wish there were bigger sizes instead of one! It's not the healthiest because the chocolate syrup is Hershey's, but it is so addicting! The workers at this place are all very friendly as well and it seems like some kind of mom and pop shop. I've never had any of their salad, but I've had their soup. I really liked their split pea soup. I'd never had it before then, but it tasted very natural and had a lot of the ingredients listed on the board. read more

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Daren D.

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Mmmm, Vicky... so smooth, delicious, healthy, and even came in a renewable package. I drank most of it, but used a spoon for the bottom. Good smoothie in Greenware. Also, went through the salad bar for a 1 lb or 2. This is an awesome place, good-for-you-delicious food, simple, nice, clean, modern space, and g r e e n. read more

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Peter K.

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One of the best salad bars in the area. The owners are super friendly and everything is fresh. Prices I feel are a bit high.

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This is a nice little lunch spot where you can make your own salads and you pay by weight. There are a lot of fresh options (hot and cold) to choose from and they also have soups and smoothies too. Like others have noted, you can get a discount if you bring your own container to use. read more

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Abdirahman C.

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i don't usually do reviews but this place is amazing the service was top and their smoothies is real ingredients and their turkey Sausage soup is a treat. read more

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Melissa M.

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Cocoa Banana is a great little spot I wish I would've discovered sooner! I think working in Pioneer Square is so difficult because most of the restaurants are so expensive, but this place is super reasonable. I went around 12:45 and there was a handful of other people, but I didn't have to wait to order. The salad bar was a running a little low, but it had what I wanted. I made myself a small salad and got the Tony smoothie (banana, chocolate, espresso, peanut butter, and non fat frozen yogurt). It was so tasty! They were quick to ring me and to make my smoothie, which is so nice because I'm always looking for quick stops for lunch. They've got a lot of other smoothies and juices and I can't wait to come back to try them! Looks like you can also bring in your own container for salad and get a discount. Initially I thought tupperware, but they had pictures of people in there who brought great big bowls- how fun! Their cups and utensils are compostable. read more

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Gates B.

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I was working downtown when this place open and nearly 20 years ago. They've moved around the corner, but still the best deal for salad bar and smoothies near Pioneer Square. And the salad bar with everything you could want, $7.50/#. Amazing build your own smoothie "matrix", or choose from A list of combinations that have been concocted over the years by customers like you. My favorite is the Tony, a peanut butter chocolate banana frozen yogurt smoothie- with a shot of espresso! You can also get fresh juice combos. Same owners for 20 years who you can find working behind the bar, very nice folks. You can even bring your own salad bowl/ container! read more

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Marlena S.

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Build your own salad bar. Little over-priced in my opinion. Topping options seemed to be slim, but that might have been the result of coming in after the 12'clock rush. Not awful. read more

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John R.

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Yes, the times are really difficult. I can't hang out with my friends, can't go to the movies and everyone is just a bit on edge. So when I do go to my office once every two weeks to water my trusty succulents I make a point of nourishing my body and spirit with a smoothie from Cocoa Banana. Adding in a bit of espresso and some protein and I am GOOD! Soul vaccine it is. Give it a try, friends. Show the love and get some back. read more

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Valerie W.

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In a town filled with a million and a half lunch options, it's nice to see that Cocoa Banana offers some healthy ones. At first glance, it's nothing much...small place with just a couple bar seats, but what they offer makes up for it. Fresh juices and smoothies and a nice salad bar. Tons of topping options, dressings, a couple pasta salads, proteins, the works! It's easy to get carried away making a delicious meal. Beware they are a touch pricey and the average salad will likely cost you around $10. Or if you're like me, you put too many darn cucumbers and chicken on your plate making it uber heavy and therefore expensive. Oops. The place overall is clean and the staff is friendly. I definitely recommend it for a quick stop. read more

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Paulina B.

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I am so stoked about this place! If you're in downtown or pioneer square area and want a quick and healthy lunch try this place! A coworker took me here last Friday. She mentioned that we will get salads and that the place is called Cocoa Banana. I was already excited hearing that silly name and loved their vintage logo when I saw it later. I was even more excited when I saw that the place is a salad bar and you can grab what you want and pay by weight. It reminded me of mini Souplantation from California.I saw 5 or 6 kinds of beans, veggies, yummy pickled asparagus, grilled chicken, tuna, tofu, eggs, nuts,12 different types of dressings... I liked that they had all of your usual salad ingredients as well as some different items. For example seaweed salad and pickled ginger! Everything fresh and excellent quality. My box ended up being a little over $10. Not too bad, considering that I had some left over and I was picking a little bit of everything. My coworker's box looked really full, but maybe she picked light items as hers was only over $6. It's a steal in Seattle area! We were in a hurry, and although it was a lunch hour rush we were able to get in and out in about 5 minutes. I noticed that they also have smoothies on my way out I sincerely can't wait to go back here! If they were only open later I would be grabbing dinners here as well. read more

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Kimberly M.

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I was at work, in a city I didn't know craving something healthy. I mean really healthy. I wanted to stuff my face with loads of fresh, raw vegetables. Or muscle through a tall glass of green juice packed full of random veggies that probably wouldn't taste very good together. That's when I found Cocoa Banana. I walked 1 mile from work as fast as my feet would go to scarf down some goodness on my 30 minute break, and Cocoa Banana delivered. I skipped the juice because the salad bar was extensive enough to satisfy me. I piled cauliflower, spinach, red peppers, artichoke, mushrooms, carrots, peas, (the list goes on), into a little white paper box and then topped it with a bit of olive oil and vinegar. The ingredients were so fresh it barely needed any dressing. It was a quick experience that left me very very happy as I scurried back to work at a decent time. If you are like me and love salads and veggies, I think you will also love Cocoa Banana. read more

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Kelvin S.

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SO GOOD! I bought two different "create-your-own" smoothies: Blueberry-pineapple/apple juice and raspberry-peach/orange juice for $8.49. Not bad considering a 12 oz. at another shop recently cost me $9 and wasn't as good and fresh-tasting. The people running the business, the cashier and smoothie-maker, were both nice. read more

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Frank R.

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Very friendly staff and there's plenty of outdoor seating that's shaded in the evening.

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Kristen C.

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Went here for lunch and I'll def be back. Fresh and healthy options for only $5.78/lb. Not bad! I might try their smoothie next time, I heard they're really good. Though I'm not quiet sure if I'll be brave enough to try their seaweed thing. Gold Star: I love the fact that they encourage their customers to bring their own plates to save our Earth. read more

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Chelsea W.

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Placed an order using the ritual app, it was easy and my order was ready on time! The Tony smoothie was delicious! Fresh orange juice and carrot orange juice were excellent also! read more

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Danielle C.

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Is Cocoa Banana's logo cute or what? I was craving a smoothie and I happened to be in the area. The other smoothie place that I looked up had super green smoothies (spinach! kale!) I am not cool enough to drink those kinds of smoothies yet (or ever) and was craving more traditional fruit smoothies. Yelp led me to Cocoa Banana. They have a variety of fruit combinations they can do. The chart is a little bit confusing at first - if you want no nonsense, just tell them what combinations of fruit you want. The smoothie was like 16 oz and it came under $4 which is not bad! I got a peach and strawberry smoothie. It came out fast and it tasted sweet and fresh. I would come back again! The decor inside is a bit of a letdown despite its super cute name (I was expecting super bright fun color palettes). read more

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103 Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98104
Pioneer Square
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Hours

What time does Cocoa Banana open?

Cocoa Banana opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cocoa Banana opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cocoa Banana close?

Cocoa Banana closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cocoa Banana closes at 3:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMSat-Sun 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Cocoa Banana take credit cards?

Yes, Cocoa Banana takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cocoa Banana have catering options?

No, Cocoa Banana does not have catering options.

Does Cocoa Banana have a drive thru?

No, Cocoa Banana does not have a drive thru.

Does Cocoa Banana serve alcohol?

No, Cocoa Banana does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cocoa Banana have TVs?

Yes, Cocoa Banana has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cocoa Banana have bike parking?

Yes, Cocoa Banana has bike parking.

Does Cocoa Banana have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cocoa Banana has outdoor seating options.

Does Cocoa Banana have parking?

Yes, Cocoa Banana has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cocoa Banana wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cocoa Banana is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cocoa Banana have free WiFi?

No, Cocoa Banana does not have free WiFi.

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“They've moved around the corner, but still the best deal for salad bar and smoothies near Pioneer Square.”

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4.2(151 reviews)

3.9 mi•Fremont

I thought the Seattle area didn't really have amazing Southern BBQ until I tried the food here at…read moreOutsider! You know it's good when you pull up the establishment and they have not only a long line, but also a paper dictating what is sold out, which they update on a 10-15 minute interval. Waiting in line is the most time consuming part of this experience, as we probably waited 20-30 minutes to get to the front to place our order - which is good sign! You can definitely formulate what meats and sides you want as you get closer to the front. Parking for the restaurant is a bit difficult, I think the only options we found while visiting was streetside, and we were fortunate to find a spot only a block away. I could totally see it being impossible to find parking when it gets really busy in the area. Once you get your food, there is plenty of seating, from high tops, to booths, to tables, to outdoor seating with a fire pit. We got a good variety of items, which I'll review a couple down below: Brisket: A good brisket with a nice visible smoke ring. Similar to the pork belly, you can tell the skill of a barbecue restaurant from how their brisket is, and this brisket is delicious! Really meaty and pleasant smoke flavor. I think we did get a leaner cut of brisket as there wasn't as much fat to help with the leanness. Beef Cheek: A delicious cut of meat that melts in the mouth, and has a pleasant smokey flavor. Out of the three cuts of meat, this one was unfortunately salted the heaviest. The first couple of bites are delicious and really delicious, but it goes really overwhelming the more you eat it. If you order this, definitely get some sides to help. Pomegrante Pork Belly: A solid BBQ pork belly that has a pleasing fatty crust with a meaty interior. This is what I would consider a good baseline for a reputable barbecue restaurant. It is advertised as pomegrante pork belly, but I unfortunately wasn't able to taste any flavor of pomengrate - maybe a tiny bit in the glaze/bark but that could just be attributed to the sugar. Mac and Cheese: A pretty comforting side! bechamel sauce is really creamy and fully coats each noodle. The noodles were at the sweet spot of soft and having enough integrity to hold their shape. Cherry and Rhubarb Cobbler: Wow, this is an amazing dessert! I haven't had a cobbler where they added cardamom to the crust before, and I think it works spectacularly. The cardamom gives a nice floral taste to the crust, which is complemented by the tart and fruity filling. I think this is one of the better if not best desserts I've had a barbecue shop, and the small tweaks made were creative and delicious! In the end, I think we paid about $100 for everything you see here. Having been to a couple of BBQ places, I would say that it is pretty standard pricing. Good BBQ does take a lot of effort and it does come at a premium. Outsider BBQ is absolutely delicious - if you are looking to get some comforting food, they definitely have you covered. I would totally revisit to try their items that got sold out (missed the beef cheeks, need to try those!) the time we visited!

I mean, it isn't BBQ from the south, but it comes close. There's typically a long time and it's not…read morefast either, so it's quite popular. You order at the front, you bring it to your table, and you bus yourself. The first time we went, we actually left but most of the items were sold out, so we came back a week later and earlier in the day. The also close quite early, around 8 or 9pm depending on the day. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, and it's communal. We got the Pitmasters that serves around 4-5 people, there was 3 of us and we ate the rest the following day. I loved the ribs and the pulled pork sandwiched between a piece of bread and a pickle was delicious.

5.8 mi•Greenwood, Phinney Ridge

(10/4/25)

Beef rib (IG: hangryforwhat)

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Brisket, rib, pork belly, sausages, beef cheek, collard green.

Sunrise Restaurant

4.7(127 reviews)

Ordered via DoorDash, I got the Pig in a blanket which was three pancakes rolled around breakfast…read moresausage, with cream cheese and strawberry preserve on top. Over a fried hard egg. I was surprised how flavorful and fresh this meal was. It was soooo good and bursting with flavor!!!!!! Because I did DoorDash I didn't get to experience the ambiance. With the order they provided condiments and everything I needed. Overall.... I need this dish again!

Great mom & pop cafe on the corner of 79th and Aurora. There are a few dedicated parking spots…read morebehind the restaurant off of 79th, as well as spots along 79th. Best to approach southbound on Aurora. (Otherwise, take Linden and turn on 79th.) The menu is typically breakfast/lunch fare: pancakes/french toast, omelets, benedict's, along with sandwiches, burgers and soups. They also offer additional daily specials, and a kids menu. The food is delicious and very well prepared. This is a family owned restaurant and there is always a smile and gratitude for the customers. There is a Mexican grocery store on the other end of the block, offering a multi-purpose adventure!

4.4 mi•University District

Dining area

Close up of the Corned Beef Hash under the eggs (1/28/24)

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View to my left, main counter (1/20/24)

Eureka!

4.0(1.1k reviews)

Came by for some drinks and munchies and had a great experience. Loved the vibe of the place and…read moreour server Emmanuel was awesome! Super nice and attentive, also recommended us some good drinks. Definitely would recommend!

Mayency has been my server numerous times and every time she gives amazing service! From her…read morewelcoming smile to her memory of what sauces I mix together to put on my burger, Mayency never misses! Absolute value add to the Eureka team!

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The Pink Door

4.4(8k reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

•$$$

Food and service are always great...... but why am I always seated at the bar????…read moreI am by myself for lunch there is hardly anyone seated at the tables. I ask for a table as my back is affected by my feet. I am told there is only bar seating available. There was hardly anyone here at this time. I have been here with two people ( my wife) and am always seated at a table. Been coming here for years for lunch as I live out on the Olympic Peninsula maybe 70 mile trip. Usually I am on a shopping expedition.

I've been wanting to try the pink door for quite a while. The food was amazing. I can't wait to go…read moreback and try something else.. The service was incredibly friendly and the staff work together like they enjoyed being there. Even though it was super busy, they were still smiling and helping each other.. Great atmosphere! Can't wait to go back after their patio construction is finished.

1.0 mi•First Hill, Capitol Hill

Beautiful main room

Clams pasta

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Linguini alle vongole

Quinn's

4.1(1.4k reviews)

Really good food, some of the best from the hill. Service is alright they could definitely use a…read morefew smiling faces. But perhaps they all were having a bad day. Makes everyone around you have a bad day as well. But none the less it's a great place with good rates check it out.

pretty standard american food in cap hill, we came for happy hr which has a condensed version of…read moretheir regular menu. quinn's menu is quite burger heavy, which is good if youre looking for a burger. we opted for the caesar salad, which was on the happy hour menu. it's a pretty average salad, tossed well with dressing, but didn't have much else in it. we also ordered the steak frites, and that day they subbed it with a ribeye, which we ordered medium rare. it was cooked well and very tender! it came with fries that were crispy and seasoned soooo deliciously, and fried brussel sprouts that also tasted really good but was little bit oily. we also got the carrot cake, which was yummy, not too sweet, on the denser side. to note: they do have a menu of $3-5 drinks that happen all day, which is kind of a steal for cap hill.