We decided to stop by spontaneously after seeing their ice cream advertised outside. When we walked…read morein, the owner was sitting down and didn't approach us right away -- he only came over after a couple of minutes. There was no greeting or "What would you like?" which made the atmosphere feel uncomfortable. just staring at us in a very uncomfortable way. We ordered the matcha ice cream for $9. For that price, I expected a richer matcha flavor, but it honestly just basic matcha powder from Costco. The taste was disappointing -- about 4/10. Very plain, overly sweet, and mostly tasted like condensed milk. Overall, the experience didn't feel very welcoming.

Amazing service, sweet family owned coffee shop with the most unique ice cream in the city!…read more You can't mix flavors, but all are tasty and it's a big deal for Seattle to have a spot open until 10pm!!! Great late night snack to share.

After a late lunch in Belltown/LQA and wandered around the W Highland parks (Kerry Park viewpoint,…read moreMarshall Park/Betty Bowen viewpoint, and Parsons Gardens), The Homie and I were looking for refreshments (4/24/26). I remembered that there was a Caffe Vita near 2nd & Galer. Nice retail stretch with pizza, sandwich, ice cream choices, plus a French cafe nearby too. Lucked out with parking right at the corner. Several folks were seated outside enjoying the pleasant spring sunshine. I've been to other Caffe Vita locations in Capitol Hill, LQA w/KEXP FM at Seattle Center, Fremont, and Caffe Fiore on Sunset Hill/Ballard. There are other spots in Seattle, plus expansion to New York and Arizona. This was our first visit to this specific site. I liked the interior - wood, mirrors, art prints, and of course the wrap around counter with merch, coffee roasts, and Macrina pastries. Variety of indoor seating available, as well as, outdoor sidewalk seating. The barista team during this visit were very welcoming and efficient. I had my usual 16oz iced mocha and The Homie had a 16oz iced Arnold Palmer. I was happy that my accrued points resulted in a significant discount with this transaction. One of several indies in Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood and has remained consistent and welcoming.

Everything you'd expect from a Seattle coffeeshop--sipping amongst the rustic cozy vibes with the…read moredrizzly weather outside. Service is really good here--typical counter service but the baristas are neighborly without the corporate robotic hustle of a well-known larger chain. Food options are not bad with a selection of basic pastries but not much else. Within walking distance of Kerry Park if you want to include the best view in town of Seattle's cityscape. No dogs allowed inside. But a decent number of folks are crunching away on laptops if that is your thing.

Fantastic pastries! Wife and I walked down from our hotel and found some of the best pastries we've…read morehad in some time.

My boyfriend and I were super excited to try a new place for breakfast and loved the variety of…read morepastries available at this bakery, especially since a lot of nearby cafes don't have a lot of great food options. I ordered a 16oz iced oat milk mocha and loved how perfectly the chocolate was incorporated into my drink! It tasted sweet and the coffee added the robust flavour I love in my mochas My boyfriend had never tried a Moroccan Fog before and he loved how sweet it was without him having to add sugar. He especially loved that it had just the right amount of mint flavoring without being toothpaste For breakfast, I ordered their fruit danish! I love that they had different options of fruit to pick from and I chose blueberry! The pastry was perfectly flaky and I loved how fresh the blueberry tasted. My boyfriend ordered the chocolate croissant because he was excited at the idea of the chocolate being piped through the croissant and also drizzled over the top, but it turns out the dark brown parts on top are just design and not more chocolate. Still, he was pleased with the amount of chocolate in the croissant and the bite I had was heavenly. The champagne cake caught my eye as I was ordering and I just had to try a bite, it was absolutely delicious and fresh. I loved how light the cake was and the layers of flavour through the whole dessert! I love how bright and airy the cafe is! My boyfriend and I were easily able to find seating by the windows and enjoyed the gorgeous view of the space needle and people watching as we shared breakfast. The staff here was also patient and welcoming. We'll definitely have to come back and try more of their pastries!!

Under the Tea Lattes section, I tried the Osmanthus Oolong Tea (Golden Bloom) and the Phoenix…read moreOrchid Oolong Tea (Crimson Mist). Both were delicious and definitely on the lighter side rather than a dark oolong. Crimson Mist leaned more earthy, while Golden Bloom was noticeably more floral. I mainly came for their premium kung fu tea, and honestly, the menu is overwhelming in the best way possible. I wanted to try everything. This time, I went with the Mountain Haze Green Tea. Grown at high altitudes, it's very light, smooth, and low in bitterness. The tea is steeped for you and served in a pot, and you can request multiple cups if you're sharing, which is a nice touch. Since green tea is a popular choice, here are a few extra notes. Dragonwell, typically from Hangzhou, has a nutty sweetness with subtle chestnut notes. Taichi Sprouts is milder and more grassy, but still carries a gentle sweetness. And if you're unsure what to order, Jasmine Green is always a safe bet, you can't go wrong with its classic floral aroma. Huge shoutout to Jessie for taking the time to clearly explain the different tea categories. I'll definitely be coming back, and next time I want to try their ice cream as well.

Chaco Coffee & Tea is a newish cafe with a surprisingly large variety of teas, including multiple…read moretypes of rarer Oolong and White teas not typically found in western cafes. We were initially enticed to visit Chaco Coffee & Tea given the mention of boba on their website. There aren't many options near Seattle Center, so having an additional one is always welcome! Walking in, unfortunately we found no mention of boba anywhere on the menu. I guess it's a future option or perhaps the website is just wrong, considering that they show photos of rolled ice cream, which they also don't serve. Ordering can be done either in person or at a kiosk near the front. There's plenty of seating and while we entered in the late afternoon, there were still several people inside settled down on laptops. Osmanthus Oolong Tea, 16oz ($6.25) - This is a very lightly sweetened beverage with plenty of fragrant flowery flavor emanating from the osmanthus. It's a really clean flavor, not quite grassy, but somewhat green in essence, coming with just a slight astringent bite towards the finish. It's a good, clean iced tea. (4/5) Da Hong Pao Tea Latte ($7.50) - This latte has a nice strong balanced nutty flavor. I saw the barista pour milk into the cup up to maybe 3/4 full, so I'm surprised that the tea flavor is so strong in this drink. The milk adds tons of body but doesn't contribute an overwhelming dairy flavor. They add a lot more sugar syrup into this drink - it's probably equivalent to 75% sweet or so at a boba shop, although it's not harsh at all due to likely being pure cane syrup instead of fructose. (4/5) The tea quality at Chaco is pretty good. It's always nice to see a cafe (rather than a tea shop) with such great variety! The major downside - pricing is really high especially for some of the premium teas. It's like double the price of actual tea shops in Seattle. I guess that's the Seattle Center tax? Bathrooms - Shared with the rest of the building tenants.

Support your local coffee shop! It's so easy when it's this good. Cute little inside and table…read moreoutside if it's nice enough. Grab a drink and then hit Queen Anne Books next door. They also make the cutest little hot chocolates for kids.

This coffee shop is nestled right next to a cute bookstore on Queen Anne Ave. The snickerdoodle…read morelatte was sweet and had good coffee flavor. Their Queen Anne Turkey Sandwich is unique with its challah bread that I can't get enough of! I think I could do with less turkey on the sandwich though if I could make one minor edit. The pasta salad that comes as a side with the sandwich I find to be a good pairing! There's decent space to work with their wifi password up on the wall which I always appreciate. Also on warmer days they have a cute patio area!

I was in the mood for Vietnamese coffee and this place delivers in the much bolder and more intense…read moreprofile. Vietnamese coffee is typically made with robusta beans, which have higher caffeine and a heavier, almost thick mouthfeel compared to arabica. I ordered their Hanoi Egg coffee and also their Kettle Corn coffee, from the server's recommendations. I found myself noticeably surprised by how there was bittnerness, but it was not too harsh. There were some also some chocolatey undertones in the Egg Hanoi, with the egg pudding. I would have preferred less ice, less egg pudding and more drink. Overall though, it did not take away the flavor for me. As for the vibe, there was Kpop music playing in the background when I visited and multiple tables already occupied from people working on their laptops or sitting down to talk. The aesthetic is minimalist chic - steel tables with that warehouse feel. They do not have pastry options so don't come hungry! This is the spot to go to if you're looking for a quick pick-me-up or a post-meal drink.

Some of the best viet coffee in the area!!! The kettle corn…read morecoffee is sooo unique and the kettle corn cream is so delicious and tastes like a sweet corn. The viet coffee is also great with the perfect amount of sweetness and the strong coffee taste

Tried this location for the first time. Really cute cafe with street parking available. We went to…read moremeet my husbands friends for a late coffee, so we were only able to stay for an hour since they were closing. This limited my ability to try their full menu, so this review is solely on the coffee and two pastries we tried. The latte was pretty standard, nothing stood out, but it was good. They have a simple menu, no frills or seasonal options. This prevents overwhelming the customers for sure. We tried the snickerdoodle cookie and some sort of seeded spiral pastry, both were delicious. I definitely want to come back at an earlier time and try their hot menu.

Nice bakery in Queen Anne locality for when one does not want to go to Pike Place. The Sandwiches…read morewere alright, tasty but nothing over the top about them and so were the pastries. Similarly the deserts as well. The major reason for the underwhelming response might have been that I was on a tour of bakeries over the last few days. The ambience was nice and so was the staff. I would like to revisit it and maybe taste a few more items.

We visited Cafe Hagen in Queen Anne on a Sunday morning. It was fairly quiet before 11 a.m., but it…read morefilled up quickly right after. They offer plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (note that pets are not allowed indoors). They have a great selection of hot brunch items, plus pastries and cakes. The whole place is modern and bright. The coffee tasting menu is unique, offering latte and espresso flights, and pour-overs. We tried the latte flight, which comes with four adventurous, creative flavors--including a miso latte! Overall, they were a bit on the sweet side for my taste, but very fun to try. The pour-over, however, was phenomenal: deep, rich, and full of berry notes. For food, we had: * Almond Croissant: Perfectly crispy on the outside. I loved that the filling was distributed all the way to the edges, so you get some in every single bite. * Chicken Avocado Salad: A wonderfully light meal featuring grilled chicken breast and a light dressing.

I visited Cafe Hagen in Queen Anne on a Wednesday morning to get my coffee fix. It was a fairly…read morequiet lunch rush after 11 am, and there were a couple of people working from their laptops. As soon as I walked in, I noticed the selection of pastries, hot brunch items, and coffee drinks. The coffee tasting menu looked enticing. If I had more time to leisurely work or talk with company here, I would have opted to go this more adventurous route. However, I did end up trying one of their seasonal menu items - the Sakura Blossom Cloud Latte. I customized this drink with oat milk, even though the foam has to stay as dairy. The oat milk added a nutty creaminess that I particularly enjoyed. There were notes of the sweet Sakura syrup with a slight saltiness from the cream foam that gives the drink its perfect balance. It was a refreshing drink for a pick-me-up and they only had it for a limited time! My only thing is that I felt some coffee beans at the bottom that may not have been grinded as finely but other than that, the drink was amazing and I would recommend as a good backdrop for a spring walk!

I dined at the Bellevue location today. Honey, our barista and cashier, was incredibly warm, fun,…read moreand helpful with offering food and drink recs! The food and drinks were tasty and the environment was gorgeous :)

There are so many coffee shops to try in Seattle, and this one had been on my list for a while. I…read morefinally 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.

This spot is very cool. Located near Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle Center, Cafe Vita at KEXP is a…read morehuge cafe with hipster vibes and great music. The menu here is great. Lots of interesting choices. The merch selection is also killer. We stuck with a basic matcha and iced americano. The staff was efficient, pumping out drinks like no one's business. Both drinks were great; however, the matcha comes unsweetened, so adding some free simple syrup from the bar was needed. The americano was well-balanced. Pricing here was very reasonable. The best part of this place is the space. Shared with a radio station, it's a large space with plenty of seating. The music is bumping, and there is even a record shop right in the middle of the room. Very cool. This was a great and unique stop during our Seattle trip. Glad we made it to Cafe Vita at KEXP!

We visited Caffe Vita as part of the first Friday of the month free cupping experience, which they…read morehold monthly for I believe 25 guests in total. The event is held on the tables right behind the cafe in the KEXP building. It's open to the seating area, so it's a bit loud especially with the music and conversation, not to mention all the chaotic energy with the employees trying to lead around a large group in a rather crammed area; it's not exactly the ideal environment for a tasting, but I can't complain given that it's free! At any rate, for this event, we got to try 7 different types of coffee. First, they ground up the beans and we single file went through each set of three cups, giving each a series of short sniffs before ambling over to the next one. There's not much time devoted to each coffee, maybe 5 or 10 seconds, so it's difficult to take notes or develop much of a thought consensus for each one. With that being said, my personal notes are as follows: Sweet Dreams (Light Roast Bolivian) - Sweet smell, not quite fruity Wild Heart (Light Roast Colombian) - Super fruity like red berries Norwester (Light Roast Blend) - Some lighter fruity notes compared to the Wild Heart Caffe Del Sol (Med Roast Blend) - Balanced roasty smell KEXP Blend - Very toasty and dark Passionfruit Coferment - smells like passionfruit, exactly as the name suggests Dragonfruit Coferment - smells like dragonfruit extract/powder, very concentrated smell, way more than the actual fruit itself. It smells natural though. They then brewed each cup for a couple of minutes, broke the crust, and got the top crust grounds out. Actually sampling the coffee took awhile given the amount of people. Apparently in the past, they would have participants dip spoons into each cup and directly sip from the spoon. Now that we're in the COVID era, they provide paper cups, so we spoon the coffee into the cup and then sip. (Note: I caught a cold two days afterwards. I can't definitively say it was from this coffee cupping, but I have a strong suspicion, especially since I saw other people store their spoons in their cups between sippings). Again, since there's a line of people, there's not much time to spend on each coffee. My notes: Sweet Dreams - Surprisingly fruity, like peach or other stone fruit, which I didn't get from the smell at all. Wild Heart - No fruitiness, instead is rather chocolatey, which again, doesn't match the smell of the grounds. Norwester - Not much here, tastes like a nice coffee blend. Caffe Del Sol - Roasty with some sour tang at the end. KEXP Blend - Tastes like dark roast, I couldn't get much out of this one with the time I had. Passionfruit - Actually really good, tastes like passionfruit green tea from a boba shop, but a bit more complex and less artificial. Dragonfruit - I loved this one the most. Strong dragonfruit essence. I actually asked if I could buy this, but they don't sell it. They told me the got it from Black & White Coffee Roasters in Raleigh. I'll definitely be looking them up. For snacks, they had some cut up pastries from Grateful Bread. Very nice gesture to end the cupping with! Overall, I found this cupping to be very chaotic without nearly enough time for me to develop strong opinions on each coffee. I think it was a certainly a good experience overall (especially with the fact that's it's free!) but it's not something I would do again. Bathrooms - Larger all gender restrooms with multiple stalls.