Vivace espresso "Ooh La La". Every time my tastebuds desire that taste of a robust caffeine fix , I stop at VIVACE on Broadway! Definallty the emerald city's smoothest java shot around. What's amazing is theres no acidic taste ruining your beverage , just a smooth euphoric rush of caffeine coursing through your body. I normally get an iced latte to get my geyser gushing but a straight shot does happen occaisionly. Outside of the superior taste the caffeine kick back is like a NASA ROCKET BOOSTER piloting Artemis II... Now the hired hands are fined tuned & trained baristas extracting the brown juices from local roasted beans. BTW VIVACE roasts its own coffee, specializing in a Northern Italian style developed by founder David Schomer since 1992... This is why you'll love its taste... VIVACE's interior space is very large for small & medium size gatherings with a hipster eclectic taste of furnishings. Also beware free WiFi if you're a lounge lizard is available... During good weather days outside seating is available for the rare days the gods allow Seattle sun to shine down upon us. Table & chairs on sidewalk allows you front row seating to the freak show for entertainment. Not much more to say, so grab a shot of caffeine! read more

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This is probably my favorite coffee shop in the US. The cafe Nico is my favorite coffee drink I have had and usually get this along with an espresso whenever I visit Seattle. The espresso itself is mostly crema, really well done and not something I have found many places outside of Italy they definitely know what they are doing. Plenty of seating and places to work if you want to work there and they also sell pastries and take home items like beans, mugs, espresso cups etc. Definitely worth a visit if you are local in the Seattle area or visiting. Parking on broadway is a bit hit or miss but you can usually find a spot either on the main street or a nearby side street. read more

What we had: Americano Expresso Latte Ambiance: I should have brought a book. I would love to sit here and drink coffee while reading all day. What a vibe. Drinks: Expresso shot straight to my soul. What a hit. Latte and Americano were good, but it didn't have the same impact as an expresso. Maybe I'll only get expresso shots when I go. Service: nothing to write home about. You get your drink and you're on your way. Would I go back? Yes. read more

Espresso Vivace is a Seattle classic! I've never had bad coffee here. Their signature Cafe Nico is a must-try and my go-to espresso beverage of choice here. read more

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Best coffee in Washington. I have been coming to Vivace since e they had their coffee roaster by Cal Anderson. After a long day, Vivace hits the spot. Chill music sets a nice vibe and the service is friendly and welcoming into their establishment. Posters on the wall showcase local flavor and they have a rack with publications so you can peruse through and may find somewhere else to venture to while up on cap hill. Take home a bag of their coffee beans, but good luck getting it to taste the same as these artisans behind the counter make day in and day out. read more

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10s across the board for Espresso Vivace Roasteria! Highlights: - Best coffee experience I had in 2025 - Great people watching - Great location - Best customer service I received during my trip to Seattle - Great overall vibe and quality product, so I ordered two drinks read more

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So I have heard about this shop and decided to try it out. Lucked out with a street spots (use pay to park app for 50 cents for 30 minutes). Probably drove the Barnstable crazy with my questions. Ordered lavender cold brew and added milk. Delicious loved the super smooth coffee. Also bought a pound of beans. Super cool vibes inside. Light music that still let you have a conversation which I appreciate. read more

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I tried this based off of a recommendation from a peer. This is a no frills, quality coffee shop. You order with a barista, they make it on the spot, you pay, then go on about your day. I got an iced latte with simple syrup and it was fantastic. Their espresso was so so good. I bought a bag of beans on my way out to enjoy at home. The inside is quite spacious and seems like a great spot to either do work or catch up with some people. read more

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Thanks a latte Espresso Vivace Roasteria... now I can't stop thinking about you Street parking. Dimmed spot with lots of seating available. We tried the White Velvet and infamous Nico. Both were amazing and smooth. I wish they owned an oven or microwave to heat up the pastries. Squash bread was yummy and not too sweet. You clean up after yourself once you're done. read more

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Oh my goodness. Interior was spacious airy. A no frills spot. This was drop dead amazing. I have never had my tastebuds tickled in such fashion. Amazing and the barista was stellar. She knew what she was doing making latte art with tiny details. Such a professional. I will only be back here for my coffees and showing for out of towners. There's something deeply special about their coffee roasts. Euphoria in a cup. read more

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One of my favorite coffee shops in Seattle!! The coffee is amazing, would highly recommend the cold brew. Service is also great, I love sitting here with friends or to get work done! Plenty of space inside & great vibes read more

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Just okay to me :( I am not a regular coffee drinker and I would say that I am not an expert at all. I usually like sweeter drinks so that already kind of works against me at most places. I went with a couple of people because of a recommendation and I don't think that I will come back. The price point here is quite high but I think that is due to the area. I paid about $9 for a 16 oz drink after tax and tip and all which is not amazing. The service was pretty quick but I wouldn't say that it was the friendliest. The barista taking our orders did not smile at any of us and I don't think they smiled at the people in front of me either. Not super important but it just didn't feel inviting or welcoming at all. My drink itself was just okay. It may have been my fault because I asked for extra caramel but I could barley taste the coffee at all. The others in my party also could not taste the coffee in their drink and they did not ask for any adjustments. There are not too many redeeming qualities because it is not cheap, the people are not friendly, and the coffee is just okay :( They do have plenty of space for people and it seems like it is a pretty lively spot so it may be good for a study spot or a coffee and crafting thing! read more

This coffee shop was recommended as the coffee shop I had to visit. The Nico was the recommended drink so early Sunday morning I made my way up. I walked in and while I waited I checked out the pastries. I was greeted and I ordered one of the pastries and my drink hot. Service was good and as efficient as they could be as they were busy. My drink came out and it was delicious. A perfect sip as I walked back in the snow. A spacious area for people to enjoy their coffee and get some work done. read more

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One of the top coffee shops in Seattle. Amazing lattes and espresso. Always ample seating for doing work. Very much recommend! read more

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I think it's safe to say I'm a regular at Vivace! I usually visit the Capitol Hill location since it's close to my work, but honestly, both locations are fantastic. My go-to drink is the White Velvet- a rich, velvety white chocolate mocha. I prefer it hot, as the iced version can be a little too sweet for my taste. The staff at Vivace are always warm and welcoming, and their barista skills are top-tier! The latte art is consistently beautiful. Between the quality of the coffee and the cozy, inviting atmosphere. Both locations have a quiet room, as it can get pretty busy and loud. Vivace easily ranks in my Top 3 favorite coffee spots. Bonus: I always leave smelling like fresh coffee! I know when a client of mine has had Vivace because the smell from the cafe sticks on you. I love the coffee aroma. read more

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I ordered a hot vanilla latte 16 oz and was told the biggest they have hot was a 12 oz. Imagine paying $8 for a 12 oz and it was meh. Then you get shitty customer service which your barista who's also the cashier never smiled once. She made small talk with another barista's customer instead. To top it off, she hands you your latte and you say thank you but her response is "yess." What kind of response is that. read more

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Best coffee in the city! Great atmosphere. Busy but quick service. Lots of patrons. On a chilly day love coming here- it's nice and cozy with the doors closed (sometimes the doors are open and it can be chilly). read more

Espresso Vivace Roasteria - Best cappuccino in the city! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best coffee shop out of all the cafe we tried during our short trip to Seattle- It lives up to its reputation. The hot americano was rich, smooth, and layered with a deep roasted flavor -- bold without harshness. A must-stop for anyone serious about espresso in Seattle. read more

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Visited Vivace while in town and ordered a Caffe Nico and a Macchiato. Both drinks were excellent. The espresso was smooth with zero bitterness, and the orange-cinnamon combo in the Nico was balanced and surprisingly refreshing. The shop itself has a relaxed, homey vibe that makes you want to sit and people-watch for a bit. The only reason it's not five stars is the barista with the nose bridge rings and slumped shoulders, who looked like she'd rather be anywhere else. It was quiet, about an hour before closing, and I mentioned it was my first visit. I asked a few questions about the menu and got the kind of answers that make you feel like you've just interrupted a very important daydream. The drinks were made perfectly, but the friendliness didn't quite make it into the cup. Still, I'd come back for the coffee without hesitation. Maybe next time I'll catch the barista on a day she actually likes people. read more

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This could've easily been a four star review if the barista wasn't so rude. It's like he couldn't be bothered that day. And the latte art was kinda messy. At the very least, the vibe of the coffee shop was that of an old school Italian coffee shop and the espresso was good. I tried a cortado and it really showcased the complex and velvety dark notes of the espresso. I wouldn't say this is any better or worse than some of the great dark roast espressos I've had on the East Coast, but I can admit that the espresso they serve here is pretty good. read more

Excellent espresso here. Macchiato (though the size felt a little more than macchiato) was great. Lots of seating and quick service as well. They even have an extra quiet area in case that is necessary. read more

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Itching to satisfy the desire for caffeine? I was! After exploring Seattle and browsing Reddit, Espresso Vivace is a common line to read, so much so that I prioritized it over both the original Starbucks and the Starbucks Reserve. Did it disappoint? Nope! I went with the usual iced latte... Those espresso vita beans were some of the boldest yet sweetest that I've tasted. Not a hint of bitter and paired very well with the creamy milk, both in texture and in taste. As an added bonus, there are options for seating inside in a covered area, or a protected yet more open area with the raised garage door. The private area was quite and decent for working, while the outside area was more fit for conversations. And yes, of course they have Wi-Fi!! Returning? Every time I'm near, yes! read more

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Ordered a bag of beans and the girl with the tats at the register was not very helpful. I am not an expert by any means and asked if she could help me pick out beans to bring home so I can get practice pulling shots on my machine. She seemed annoyed tbh Also their cider is from a premade container. Didn't feel very authentic at all. Overall plenty of seating and decent ambiance. read more

It's absolutely lovely when we have mild temps, partly sunny skies, and the garage window is up. Morning's are the best on Capitol Hill. People aren't up yet and you can just sit there and enjoy the sounds of birds chirping on Broadway or you can immerse yourself in a book. This is a good mood cafe cultivating community and art. I had a well seasoned barista craft my beverage, an expert in their field making quality coffee. Staff are welcoming and happy to assist with providing snacks and caffeine. As for accessibility, you can catch the 49 from UW or downtown. You can also walk north on Broadway from the Capitol Hill light rail station. read more

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Some of the best coffee in the Pacific North West. Vivace never disappoints. David Schomer has spent decades perfecting his craft.

Maybe I just had a hard time with my drink or came on an off day but I wasn't very impressed by the iced vanilla latte I got from here. It was ridiculously sweet and I hate asking to remake drinks but it was so bad I was going to throw it away and just leave. I did ask them to remake it and it was slightly better but still just meh. If you are someone who likes just a touch of sweetness but not drinking straight vanilla syrup do not get anything with syrups from this place. Lesson learned. A bit disappointing though as most decent coffee shops can nail this very basic drink. I know some people may prefer a sugar bomb but it's always easy to fix a drink with less sugar than one that has more. The biscotti was just fine though! Will try and come back next time I'm in Seattle and get a drink without any sweetener. With that said I later had a fabulous iced latte with syrup at an establishment close by and it was what I wish this place had. Reassuring to see that I'm not the only who felt this way looking at some previous comments read more

On our Seattle trip we were on the hunt for the best coffee in Seattle and this was definitely in our top 3. It's not in the touristy area which is actually quite nice so the prices are very reasonable compared to other places. Very friendly service and they were extremely patient in describing some of their menu (fortunately we hit it at a slower time as to not hold up a line). I am usually a mocha guy (this was outstanding as well), however, I first tried their Cafe Nico (yum!). Great vibe inside and ample seating. Appears to be a local spot as people popping in all were on a first name basis with the baristas. read more

WOW!! Amazing coffee. I wasn't feeling for a decadent coffee so I just got a hot latte and I was Wowed. The milk is so frothy and it had very subtle notes of sweetness even though I didn't ask for any syrups. They also make it on the spot, very quick and nice. Didn't know a regular latte could be so delicious. Definitely have to come back to try their specialties. read more

Great coffee shop stop in the Cap Hill neighborhood! I really appreciated being open in the afternoon and evening as many coffee shops close around then... not so much in Cap Hill though... but still it's appreciated. Steve and I had some time to kill before needing to be somewhere at 7 pm and this was the perfect place to go to do that. The Vanilla Latte I had was wonderful and it felt like there was very little wait time here for our coffee drinks to come but I suspect that was perhaps good timing on our part. Nice place to kick back and relax or maybe do some work on your laptop while enjoying the coffee drinks and/or snacks here! read more

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Such a cute spot on the hill. I came on a Wednesday afternoon and it was packed with people working and socializing. The coffee was delicious and the house made sauces were good too. Will definitely be back. read more

Ridiculous customer service. No greetings, no how are yous, no fluff that you would ordinarily expect to receive at a cafe. The baristas don't make eye contact, they don't smile, they don't want anything to do with you. They just want to pump out your drink and move on. If you want coffee and want to feel rushed and ignored, go here. The ambiance is pretty good, the space is airy and there's a lot of seating but the whole cafe's mood is ruined by baristas who've been in the trade for so long that they forget how to be good ones. I enjoyed my latte, it had excellent foam. However, I left the cafe with a sour taste in my mouth. PS - the short barista with a beard and receding hair line is the meanest I've ever encountered, all the other ones are either aloof or zoned out. read more

Cozy coffee shop with plenty of 2 person tables, bar/wall tables, and a few 4-person tables. The staff makes latte art at the register and its very cute! Caffe Nico (latte, hot) fragrant orange smell and light orangey/rind aftertaste, wish I got a double shot though! read more

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It is a good review and I hope that your boss gets a raise yummy coffee it's better then Starbucks

When in Seattle it is an absolute must stop for me! I love Vivace! They have a very good coffee selection, great international Coffee Beans to choose from, the flavors and aromas are phenomenal here. Cafe Nico is my go to at Vivace. I can't say enough about the efficient and attentive staff who always seem to be glad to be there, it's pretty clear to me that staff loves working here. I just wish Vivace would be in my state. But until then, I'll always make it a point of stopping in for the best coffee in town. I highly recommend trying them out. read more

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This coffee is so good you will cry a tear when you have to leave Seattle. We came on the recommendation of a friend in Cali. He said the beans are so good his friend still gets them mailed to him. I can see why. I recommend the white velvet which is the white chocolate mocha. They use barista oat milk and get an amazing amount of foam. Hubs had a caramel latte. Don't skimp on the size. Get the biggest. I know it goes without saying, but avoid Starbucks. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Super casual and cozy coffee shop with some really friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend the white velvet (white chocolate mocha). It wasn't too sweet and the espresso remained the star of the drink. read more

Espresso Vivace Roasteria - White velvet mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I live out of town so can only enjoy their beans in my home. I will tell you they are the BEST! I order weekly and enjoy their single origins and Vita or Dolce blends. I've tried many coffee beans from everywhere and no one has the roasted taste that Espresso Vivace has. And it's consistent!!! One day I will be back to Seattle and enjoy a visit to one of their bars read more

Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and ordered a small iced vanilla latte. It came out quickly and was good! It tasted like melted vanilla ice cream. I'd visit again if I'm in the area to order the same thing or try something new. read more

Espresso Vivace Roasteria - Iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Always our favorite cafe in Seattle. Best coffee with beautiful latte art. I'm addicted their coffee flavor whipped cream. It's so good! Especially, staff are very friendly at the SLU location. They were very nice to my 6 year old nephew and he really enjoy going there too. read more

After hearing all the hype about Vivace supposedly being the best coffee in Seattle, I finally made the trek up to Cap Hill to give it a try. Went in and ordered my normal coffee latte and sat at the table expecting coffee nirvana. Gotta admit I was rather disappointed. Now granted, I do like a strong espresso and I enjoy a bold, not burnt, robust blend. This coffee is almost the opposite. Dont know if I got a bad pour but this coffee is very mild, light and dare I say tea like. It's the exact opposite of the type of coffee that I enjoy. Aside from me not really enjoying my coffee, the staff was cool and the establishment was clean with ample seating. Would I go back? Sorry to say...very doubtful. read more