Always good to support this cozy little cafe. This time, I tried a few new breads. The raisin and walnut bread was especially good when toasted with some butter--just as the owner recommended. It was delicious. I usually enjoy the salt bread on its own, but this time I tried the salt bread with red bean. The buttery, salty bread paired with the sweet red bean created a really nice balance. The owner always kind and welcoming. I arrived a bit late on this visit, so I didn't order coffee. But next time I'll definitely come earlier to try their new ube latte. read more

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Very cute atmosphere to walk into right off the bat. I got the strawberry matcha with coconut milk which is VERY good. My friend got the chestnut latte and she said it was quite good, and quite nutty. The service was amazing the lady at the counter was extremely nice and helped us with what to get. She said they make their strawberry puree in house! I definitely recommend if you're driving through Lakewood, very worth it. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Strawberry matcha, chestnut latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Listen, salt bread IS worth the hype, and I was so stoked to have access to it without having to fly to Korea. Mine came right out of the oven, so it was nice and toasty. It's a gorgeous marriage between a croissant and a butter roll seasoned with just the right amount of salt. As I was leaving, the owner gave me a bag of salt bread croutons dusted with cinnamon sugar. The sweet potato brioche loaf was pretty solid, too. Pass on the matcha cookie. I was bummed that the coffee bingsu is no longer a menu item. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Salt bread and sweet potato brioche loaf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

I stopped by Coffee Kitchen in Tacoma and was so pleasantly surprised! I ordered their strawberry matcha and honestly, this might be one of the best matcha's I've ever had. Instead of using syrup like most places, they blend it with real strawberry purée, and you can absolutely taste the difference. It's fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. The shop has a cozy, inviting vibe, and the owner was super friendly and quick. You can tell they take pride in their drinks and ingredients. If you're a matcha lover (or just love a good strawberry moment), do yourself a favor and try their strawberry matcha. They have different desserts and sandwiches available as well which I can't wait to try soon! Coffee Kitchen just jumped to the top of my Tacoma favorites! read more

My first time at this strip mall Korean coffee shop was so pleasant. I tried a sweet potato latte with a shot of espresso added along with a custard bun- both were great treats. I wasn't able to finish the 16oz coffee due to how rich it as but I really enjoyed it! My friend got an ube coffee and WOW it was great. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Custard bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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My husband and I love coming here for coffee and conversation or work. The cafe is small but cozy, with adorable decorations and a welcoming staff. The sweet potato latte tastes like fall in a cup!! read more

Final stop for the Lakewood 3.0 road trip was Coffee Kitchen (10/19/24). It was a good sign on the window that they featured Victrola coffee beans. I was so full from lunch that I had to pass on any treats from the eye catching pastry case, display bins, and the speed rack. I stuck with a 16oz mocha. Well crafted and balanced. I also bought a cube of milk bread. A day later, it was sliced and tasty whether toasted or not. CC had a 12oz mocha and a chocolate chip walnut cookie. However, as we sat at one of the last available tables at this popular, lively cafe, her attention was diverted to something an adjacent table was sharing. It was so compelling that she had to order The Mammoth too. I have to admit it was well named. An aside, turns out a nice couple from Olympia also dined at the same earlier lunch spot. They were very gracious, shared their culinary faves, and opinions regarding spots in Everett, Seattle, Federal Way, Lakewood, and Olympia. Coffee Kitchen had a friendly person dealing with the volume of customers. Upbeat vibe. People with laptops. People having convos. People having group meetups. Very lively! Amazing selection of fresh baked goods from Leia Bakery. Had a mocha, but managed to have a full on cafe experience at Coffee Kitchen. Enjoyed this detour before we headed back onto I-5 North. read more

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This place is a hidden gem in South Tacoma Way, Lakewood, located in commercial complex behind 7-11 store, so it's not easy to see from the main road but the commercial building itself is very large. It's also across the street from Pal-do World and across the other street from Boohan Korean Market. I'm so blown out of water by the quality of breads, pastries, and most importantly, their coffee. All of the breads are baked right in their kitchen by the owner and they're fresh, warm and after trying a few of their bakery items I can tell they use high quality ingredients. They use Victrola Coffee beans from Seattle and I love Victrola, and the coffee is AMAZING. I've tried just about all basic coffees from Americano and different Lattes (both iced and hot) and the consistency and quality is there. See how many times I used the word "quality" already? : ) time to try it for yourself! The two ladies (one lady who takes order and the other lady is a barista) are so kind and they never stress even when there's a rush of customers. Batista knows what she's doing and will make your coffee and matcha drinks aaaand smoothie right. One more plus is that the parking lot is ample and huge. Lots of cozy seating inside, quiet atmosphere to get some studying or work done too. They have quite a menu of beverages and they can deliver! read more

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We stopped by Coffee Kitchen about two weeks ago while driving back home, and it turned out to be such a pleasant surprise. Since we were passing by and totally new to the town and surrounding, we just google/yelp but we are so glad that we picked this one over others. The owner/barista was incredibly kind and welcoming. We both have specific dietary preferences and usually prefer drinks with very low sugar. She took the time to listen carefully and recommended something that would suit our taste. I honestly couldn't believe how perfectly she balanced the drink--it had just the right flavor with minimal sugar, exactly the way we like it. What really stood out was her hospitality. The shop itself was neat, organized, and very clean, which immediately made the experience feel comfortable. When she handed us our coffees, she made sure to check that everything was according to our taste and preference. That personal touch meant a lot. Their **menu also looked very unique**, with some really interesting drink options that you don't usually see at typical coffee places. If we ever drive through that route again, we will absolutely make it a point to stop at **Coffee Kitchen**. I truly feel the town is lucky to have small businesses and people like this who care so much about their customers. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

I've gone here twice since discovering this absolute gem of a coffee shop. I've gotten the salt bread twice, garlic toast, and basque cheesecake and they were all excellent. Our oatmilk lattes were also perfectly done. I don't live in Tacoma but I'm sure I'll be grabbing a baked good or two as I pass through! read more

Amazing little place! It may seem like not from the outside but once you get inside it's a cute, clean, and aesthetically pleasing. My family was looking for matcha and found the right place. Matcha was Delicious and she makes fresh bread daily. Cute desserts and everything about this place was cool! read more

Coffee Kitchen - Matcha Strawberry, Matcha, and cold brew coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

I used to study here a lot when I was in college. It's a little tucked away, but I loved coming here. Great atmosphere, nice background music. Their food is yummy. The people there are very kind. It's a little pricey if you're expecting to eat there for lunch on an empty stomach. But it's a perfect place to eat if you're looking for a study spot or a casual outing. We liked getting the mango bingsu there. I also liked their sweet potato latte (maybe that was limited/seasonal)? read more

Such a cute little place! Great food and the service was unbeatable I highly recommend this place!!!

Updated Review: The reviews are no longer accurate, they changed owners and revamped most of the menu in August. The options are a lot more limited now. They no longer have waffles which was one of the only reasons for going here. Didnt post any announcements of the changes so I wasted my time to drive here only to find out its essentially just a different cafe using the same name and location. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Dessert Waffle ~ so yummy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

This place is amazing! The creamy garlic toast I will dream about forever. Also tried the sweet potato latte and it also was delish! Hope

Coffee Kitchen is a delightful coffee shop/cafe in Lakewood. I wish I lived closer to it so I could visit more often! It is located on South Tacoma Way in a little retail plaza. There is plenty of free parking here. We went on a Friday morning and it wasn't busy yet. I ordered the Ube latte which was neat because I rarely see that on a menu. My husband ordered a Matcha latte. They also offer a wide variety of food like salads, sandwiches, and waffles. The lady who took our order was nice and she brought the drinks to our table. They had lots of seating available including one larger table which would be good for a group. The bathroom was also really clean. Overall, it was a very comfortable place to hang out in. read more

Cute place open when they are are open! Random place as I was visiting in Tacoma and super cute find with A M A Z I N G coffee. Professional expresso machine with the weight and technique for best tasting lattes. Korean owned with food options too! I would have hung out because they have cute sitting like where you to get coffee and chat. Recommended!!!! read more

Coffee Kitchen - Black berry and lavender latte, ube latte, cold brew oat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Stopped in on a whim and I'm so glad I did! The baked goods are exceptional and fresh and the black sugar cold brew was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Very kind staff, 10/10! read more

Coffee Kitchen - Ham and Cheese Salt Bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Best Korean baked goods offered by the nicest couple offering tasty coffee and teas as well in a quaint cafe. Americano hit the spot and my friend's strawberry iced matcha drink was the decadence I didn't know I needed in my life. The salt bread crust is so addicting it's pending schedule III status. They were sold out but I really want to try the mammoth. read more

The best pastries I've had! I was in town visiting family and we stopped by for our morning coffee (Americano is amazingly smooth--Victrola beans!) We also ordered a sweet squash & cream cheese pastry and the salt bread with red bean. Both were so delicious! I especially loved the squash one! I'm from the NJ/NY area and have been to so many good Korean bakeries, but I have never tasted pastries like this. DO NOT wait to check this place out! The owner was super friendly and sweet---and her husband does all the baking himself! So glad I discovered this gem in Tacoma. Will def be back! read more

Coffee Kitchen - Squash and Cream Cheese Pastry & Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Love this place. Delicious baked goods and great Victrola Coffee. I'm not in South Tacoma much but stop by here when I can. Friendly service and clean cafe. read more

Tried this place for the first time today. Super cute, GREAT variety of drinks (coffee, tea, other) and has WiFi. Great for remote working. Friendly staff. Lots of yummy Korean pastries! read more

Coffee Kitchen - White peach green tea lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Such a cute little Korean cafe! Very cozy and warm atmosphere. Perfect little place for coffee dates, hanging out or doing schoolwork. They have delicious patbingsoo (Korean sheaved ice), waffles and so much more. Menu also offers savory selections. I enjoyed my experience, the staff was very attentive and quick. read more

My family came to visit and wanted to grab a quick bite of breakfast and coffee before exploring the city. We saw this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. It's a small coffee shop that's super cute and decorated well. The person taking our order was super nice and friendly. A little pricey but I think it was worth the experience! Everything was delicious! read more

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One of my favorite places to eat when I'm in Tacoma! I love the vibe and aesthetic of this place so much. Their employees are also super friendly. This is also a great place to study as it's not too loud and the music is very chill. It's open until 11pm most nights, making it a great place to stop by for a treat and to chat with friends. They have very good drinks here. My favorite has to be the white peach sparkling ade, and I noticed that they also have many other syrups that you might be able to use in their drinks. The sparkling ade is super refreshing and not overly sweet. Their coffee drinks are also good as well. I really enjoy the food items they have. Their sandwiches are delicious and the bread is crisp just like how I enjoy it. The best sandwhich has to be the turkey and avocado one. There is also cheese, tomatoes, and pesto (which I love!). Also get the ube waffle if you come here :) read more

Coffee Kitchen - ham, egg and cheese sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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I stopped in to do some work while waiting for my home internet service to be installed later in the week. To my surprise, this coffee house is owned by an individual who is Korean!! I couldn't help but to order the sweet potato latte. It was smooth, creamy, and the batista made it less sweet for me. Every drink comes with two shots of espresso! You can't beat that! 5 stars for quality of beverages and ambiance. (Side note: The people next to me ordered two different types of shaved ice cream that both looked delicious.) read more

I was nervous and having a bad day in Tacoma. But I found this cute little haven! Very kind staff and patrons. The drink was delicious and the food was amazing. read more

Visited on a Friday night for coffee ane chit chat as we didnt want to end the night so soon. There were only a few people in here, but it was so quiet and peaceful. Some stayed for a while and some just went in to grab some coffee and talk as well. The ambiance was somewhat quiet with all the talking and soft kpop music playing in the background. I ordered something simple, a White Chocolate Mocha 12 oz for $4.60. You can either have it hot or cold. I chose it hot. They have multiple sizes as well ranging from 8 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, 18 oz. It tasted perfectly sweet. The right mixture of dark and sweet, melting into my tastebuds. The barista made this in at least 3 minutes. Plus since we were already seated, the barista delivered it to us. Barista was nice, greeted us when we arrived and had no attitude as he spoke to us. Overall, we will come back. I heard their breakfast is delicious so i might decide to visit one of these mornings when I want to eat, drink coffee, and work. read more

Coffee Kitchen - White Chocolate Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Serving is exceptional and the food is excellent, specially the Vanilla Cheesecake... all the drinks I have tried are very good as well.

I visited Coffee Kitchen recently to sit down, enjoy some coffee and get a few things done on my computer. It was my first time and I decided to try a latte and almond honey toast. Customer service was great and it was empty at noon on a weekday so I easily found a spot to sit. The latte and almond honey toast were amazing. My husband had a chai tea latte and that was phenomenal.. I definitely recommend that. I really wanted to try their waffles, but the waffle maker was broken on the day I visited so maybe another time. Drink prices are fair, but the food prices are a pretty steep in comparison. Overall: nice relaxing coffee shop and I see myself returning again. read more

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I've finally found a late night spot for Bingsu!! I live in Kirkland but usually go to Tacoma on late nights when the traffic is over to visit some relatives and this is the place that I will go to every time I am in Tacoma! This place closes at 11pm and it has a very relaxed chill vibe at around 9:30pm and onwards. I would usually arrive here at 9 30pm, get some work done until 10:45pm and leave. I have pretty much ordered all of their menu, but my favorite one would be the coffee and fruit bingsu! The service here is also awesome! The employees are super friendly and pretty much knows me and my go to order every time which is something I really appreciate! 11/10! Parking is also never a problem as there are multiple parking spots and I've never seen it full, but then again, I've only been here at night. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Fruit and Coffee Bingsu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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I have been twice and both times liked everything we got. The Salt bread is amazing. Strawberry matcha latte was so fresh and delicious.

First thing... Some places you go to, the wait is long but you don't mind because its worth it. Coffee Kitchen was that place for me. After all there was only 1 person working and it was busy. I was impressed because he didn't seem stress and focus on quality and presentation still. I had a pistachio latte and shared the honey almond toast. Both was amazing. Latte was smooth and creamy and better than Starbucks pistachio. The honey almond toast was huge. And I thought the bread would be too dense because thickness but no, it was perfect. Even the vanilla ice cream was creamy and it all balanced the dessert out. 4/4/23 they should get their replacement waffle maker. Will go back to try that next time. read more

I love the food selection here, unique and delicious. The service was fantastic. She remembered our orders each time we visited so far. The little string lights and cozy pillows make the place really comfortable. I'd say the lighting overhead was a bit harsh but everything still felt lovely. I'll definitely be returning. read more

We were looking for a cute and intimate coffee shop to go to to have a meeting. Coffee Kitchen was just that. It was so cleaned, well designed, and so cozy and intimate. There are a ton of options on the menu it was hard to pick one, but I had the breakfast waffle and an honey almond latte. Both were AMAZING! Absolutely DELICIOUS. I loved it and highly recommend you give it a try. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Breakfast Waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Great customer service , food was great , coffee was great ! Cozy cute hidden spot ! Will definitely come back . read more

Coffee Kitchen - Honey almond toast . - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Turkey & avocado $8 7/10 Caramel macchiato T $4 This cafe has the best caramel macchiato (10/10) in the area and a super cute interior where you can chit chat with your friends or even study! I tried the turkey avocado panini and the barista added some chips as well! It was slightly hard to eat without it all falling out but was still delicious (7/10) I highly recommend you go try the coffee here. My friend got the white peach Italian soda? Its was BOMB 10/10 Its a common flavor in Korea but something i haven't been able to get from in the area. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Turkey & avocado 7/10 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Best cold brew I have ever love this place! The vibes are great here I love bringing friends here to have a good cup of coffee the service is always wonderful and the owners are amazing. read more

Coffee Kitchen - Black Sugar cold brew latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Came across this bakery cafe this evening- such a great find. Only place I've found in Tacoma that serves Victrola Coffee. I had an Americano and my friend had the salt bread, a Korean pastry. We are both happy to have found Coffee Kitchen and plan on coming back. read more

I love their misookgaroo latte. Just so creamy and nutty. Probably just milk and powder, but good! I liked their bingsoo when they used to sell it, but not even sure they do anymore. I just went for drinks. Would go back when back in T-town! read more