I love this business! The breakfast sandwich was bar none the best I've ever had at a coffee shop. The people were incredibly kind and helpful. I love the spicy mocha. The cookies are all delicious. 10/10! read more

This place is a great location with easy parking. The cafe/lounge area is clean and cozy with a calming and quiet ambiance. I enjoyed the food (Italian sausage soup and grilled cheese with chai). Homemade everything, fresh and good quality. Service was great, both friendly and positive. I was pleased that they don't price gouge and was surpto see how affordable my breakfast was for the great quality I got ($14 total). If you're in the area, I highly recommend this place and will be back. read more

Freshy's - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is AWESOME! I met the owner and she is from Oakland. Nice lady. The space is so quaint and inviting! The sammies are sooooooi good! While visiting Seattle we were there 3 days in a row! The coffee was delicious as was the food and breads! Customer service was excellent! Be aware that it's directly across the street from a high school so they stroll in around lunch and after school. Definitely a nice place to relax, read or do some light work on your laptop while eating or drinking something. The soups are yummy too! Will definitely return when in the area! read more

I passed by this place many times and knew that they have good reviews. Finally, I went there for lunch today. The ambiance is definitely welcoming and cozy. I ordered a bowl of cauliflower puree soup and a turkey havarti sandwich at the counter. The total was $17 ish which was fair nowadays. They have a self service water station. I got a cup of water and sat down to wait for the food. It is not a fast food place. It took a little while to get the food. They brought the food to my table. The soup was hot and came with two freshly toasted bread. The sandwich was warmed and the bread was crispy. For the sandwich, it already had melted cheese inside which was already a little bit salty. There were some coarse salt on the top of the sandwich made it quite salty. Next time, I will ask them to not put it. The soup was good, but also on a high sodium side. It is definitely a cool place to hang out and I will go back to try their coffee. read more

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We hosted a baby shower here...yup, that's right, a baby shower! While the space is not that large, it was perfect for our group of 20. They reserved the right side of the space for us, which includes, some couches, high tops, small tables, and a booth. We had people just order what they wanted and it was billed to us at the end. I loved that you could just grab your own canned drink from the cold case. They had both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. It is a cafe so you could of course order coffee and tea up front. They also had some pastries behind the glass. The food portion of their menu was soups and sandwiches and everyone seemed to enjoy everything. They were very accommodating and the fireplace was a nice feature. read more

Nothing better than a couple of soups and fresh toast, while watching the sunset with a good friend, on vacation in Seattle, at the waterfront. Just a couple of lucky bitches enjoying amazing soup. Thank you Freshy's! The soup flavors were delicious, complex, and very satisfying. Highly recommend! read more

Freshy's - Soup and toast and blue cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing chai latte with oat milk and vanilla syrup. You're welcome. Ambiance is chill and cozy. Great place to work remote or morning hangout. Space is limited! read more

Came in randomly on a weekday to try it out. Super cute little shop! The barista was incredibly friendly, very knowledgeable, and made a pretty decent tea (I would have liked it a bit sweeter but honestly that's on me for not asking to sweeten it before I left). I'll definitely be coming back to try their coffee! read more

We love freshys! Their coffee is delicious and fully caffeinated ! So happy to have them just a minute away from home!

I popped in here for coffee because I had just left the running store nearby, saw that they serve Victorla Coffee, and love trying new coffee shops. The staff were quite personable and the space seemed pretty chill. I can't speak for their fresh baked goods or sandwiches, but the coffee was top notch. Will gladly go back to try any of their food items. read more

Always friendly service even when there's only one person on a busy Saturday morning. Very patient with little kids, high school kids, pets and strollers. Their soups are tasty and their sandwiches crispy. The coffee shop vibes are excellent and everyone seems cheered to be there. They do get the HS kids at lunch time so it gets busy then. The only star I take away is their latte is always lukewarm or never hot. I've tried asking for extra-hot but it's never hot - they don't use a thermometer and I'm not a stickler for super hot coffee - I just like to not drink it in one go. Once in a while a barista will make it hot when you say xtra hot. Maybe it's only the milk drinks - maybe the americanos are hot. read more

Awesome literally the perfect business establishment I hope it's around forever !! Kinda expensive but what isn't

I really liked coming here pre-pandemic bc the sandwiches and soups were tasty and it's local for me. Unfortunately many of the workers here are not following the mask mandate. This past summer the owner was preparing drinks with just a clear mouth shield (note, not a face shield) that barely covered her mouth. My husband and I then went in for coffee this past week (during peak omicron surge) and the gentleman behind the counter was completely maskless- a mask was nowhere near him and the door was shut preventing any air circulation. There was also a patron he was chatting with before we came in that was completely maskless. After these two experiences we are choosing not to return to this business and have instead walked the extra 3 blocks north to West Seattle Grounds. read more

Great food! What a nice place to have in WS! Staff is always so friendly and the the restaurant is very clean. New family favorite! read more

So, I've managed to drive past this place thousands of times, no exaggeration, and never stop in. Today, in need of lunch, I broke the habit. It's very funky. A hodgepodge of consignment-store furniture, old-school video games, a profusion of globes, gas fireplace, exposed brick, black dropped ceiling, cement floors, local art. Fun! I ordered a salami sandwich and oxtail soup, and was dismayed to see the counter staff pull a plastic container of soup from the fridge, reconstitute it in a glass measure with water, and slap it in the microwave. Ironic, in a place called, "Freshy's", don't you think? One star: gone. Look, get a small steam table with a soup insert. You can pick one up for a song at any of the used kitchen equipment stores in town. You'll have hot soup on demand for your customers, with a little preparation, which will speed up service AND give the impression you care about your food, which microwaving does NOT provide. Message me if if want help setting this up. The soup was ok, a beef/barley affair with strong black pepper flavor, parsnip, onion or leek, and mushroom in evidence. Very seasonal and warming. The microwave made the barley more chewy of course, and it was served nearly boiling, a danger with microwave use. The sandwich was tasty and well-made, all ingredients evenly represented and on an excellent-quality bread. Service was good and friendly, but the counter and open kitchen area needed organization and cleaning, as did the outside of the store, which was piled with dead and trodden leaves that customers were obliged to track into the store. That's the second missing star. Neat place, but it could use a sprucing and a different approach to their soup program, so that they might live up to their name. A typical response to advice like mine would be, "Why bother? Nobody cares!" I would counter that food lovers DO care, enough in fact to give you advice like this, and when it comes to healthfully and carefully prepared food, it COULD be the only one not caring is...you. Recommended, with obvious concerns. They do make a decent sandwich. read more

Freshy's - Microwaved beef and barley soup. Edible. Salami panini in background. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I hate writing negative reviews, especially for small businesses but this morning's experience was really bad. I came in about 7:30-8am, and I'm not naturally a morning person so I get not being 100% chipper and full of sunshine. However this barista didn't really even great me, seemed annoyed I even came in even though there was only one other customer in, they made me a terrible coffee and didn't say thank you or good bye. again, I don't expect a lot early in the morning but give me a little bit of basic customer service! I ordered a large americano with cream and sugar. Tasted like there was hardly in coffee in it and the shots were not well pulled to begin with. I love this shop and this business generally. They have great food! But this morning was one of the worst coffee experiences I've had in years honestly. read more

Really chill vibe coffee shop with places to sit both indoors and out. Good selection of breakfast sandwiches and the coffee is good. Would def come back to get some work done, it was quite with some music playing which you could hear but not enough to lose focus! Staff is nice and friendly. Would def recommend a place you can grab a good cup of coffee and get some work done. read more

Freshy's - a counter with a box of pizza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great, relaxing, and quiet spot for a low-key sammie on California Ave. Breakfast sandwiches all day and several other sandwiches. I had ham and cheddar with horseradish sauce. Pretty tasty with grilled sourdough. They have a variety of pastries and other bakery items along with a daily soup rotation. Plenty of drink variety including espresso based and beers. read more

Freshy's - Egg, ham, cheddar on sourdough - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Stopped in to Freshy's today to grab a coffee. I've driven by for years and never had the occasion to stop in for a coffee. Today was my day! It's Sunday so I figured it would be a ghost town. As I walked in I noticed they have some soft cushy seats around, but there plenty of people around. I walked up to the counter to figure out what to get, "what to get". I waited for a bit, nothing. I couldn't figure out who was working there? My lost look must've grabbed the attention of one of the patrons who literally said "Dude, the person that works here is out for a smoke right now." Not they've stepped away, not that they had to run to the lavatory. I walked back out coffee-less. Oh, well, one terrible experience is not the end of the world, but it does make for a poor review. read more

Freshy's - South facing view from California Ave SW - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My marker for quality coffee is the Italiano. Real simple. If your doppio espresso with a splash of hot water hits, you are a good coffee shop, if not, what are we doing here? Freshy's hits!!! Highly recommended. Great coffee made by people invested in improving this community. Thanks!!! read more

Ewww...the staff weren't wearing masks when I was there last weekend. It made me wonder what other health laws they're violating. I'm not going back. read more

This is one of the last remaining old-school coffee shops left in Seattle! It feels like the 90s and give you a nice sense of nostalgia, lack of corporate feel and friendly and supportive service. I love the atmosphere. It's a local treasure! Bonus: their soup is amazing! I love Freshy's!! read more

Long wait and blatant health code violations.. While waiting to be helped a dog peed on the side of the counter and the girl cleaned it up (no gloves) and without washing hands proceeds to make coffees and handle food (still bare hands) for customers.. pretty concerning. No mask on her either. While I was waiting some girls came up asking about their forgotten food. this place also got shut down last week for serving minors. Small cute local place but they need to step it up read more

Best spot in West Seattle!! I LOVE Freshy's. Have been coming here for coffee with friends for almost 15 years. Best soup, sandwiches and coffee & mimosas!! What makes the place though is the staff. They are down to earth, wonderful people. read more

Wonderful people, fantastic food and coffee! It's always such a treat to step into a small business that makes you feel as though you just entered the home of someone welcoming you into their own personal home with their wonderful home made goodies and hospitality. These are top notch people who care about their community and the love for what they do shows in every bite and sip. read more

Excellent atmosphere, great staff and ownership. Fine coffee. Highly recommend this local establishment.

Love this place! Friendly staff, great coffee... ! Highly recommend! Appreciate that everyone is greeted when they come in... The breakfast sandwiches are the best in the city... read more

Called in an order for two sands and a soup, told it would be ready in fifteen. Get there a couple minutes earlier to order some coffees with, and was told the sands were on the grill. Few minutes go by, and the guy who took my order is just ducking around on a laptop instead of helping the young woman making food and working coffee bar, which I know from years of experience to be a pain in the ass. I wait a little longer and the young woman realizes the grill press isn't even plugged in, after that a customer comes up and asks about a sandwich they had waited half an hour for. He gets a refund and leaves. After he walks out the staff complain loudly about how this happens all the time and how funny it is. I should have taken his cue and just gotten my money back there. It's easily twenty minutes I'm standing around this dirty ass cafe waiting for the tiniest sandwiches that are finally ready. I walk out to my car and realize they didn't give me the soup so I head back in. The guy who took my order and has been talking to who I'm assuming to be a regular about how much traffic his website is getting, gets up in a huff and pulls out a vat of cold coagulated soup concentrate, slaps some in a coffee cup, ands some hot water and starts stirring. At that point I told him to keep it, and warned two men coming in to avoid the place. Smelled like dog piss, customers dirty dishes commingling with in-use cookware on the counter, sub par coffee with no prices on the menu, rude & inattentive barista/ servers. I used to crush lines out the door making very hands on coffee for years and this was just honestly shocking. I will attempt to follow up with owner / mgmt. sandwich was decent. Lol read more

Freshy's and Spud Fish & Chips are my go-to's when I am in West Seattle. Enjoyed my visit last week and will be back for their breakfast sandwiches. read more

This is the best sandwich place in Seattle, hands down. Today I got the tuna melt and it's typically really good. Somehow they outdid the recipe enough to make me want to come here and leave a review. So seriously delicious. read more

We have been here a couple of times and Have been forgotten about after paying for about an hour altogether. We showed up today and the deli cook wasn't using gloves while making sandwiches. I manage a kitchen and very politely asked where his gloves were. I was told,"I wash my hands a lot." I am a massage therapist and therefore with medical awareness here in Washington know how hard washing your hands truly is. I was disgusted and disappointed because I really loved Freshy's.... then I saw the barista flipping sandwiches without gloves as well! NIGHTMARE. I paid and the forgot about is AGAIN! I hope this review changes the way things currently are at Freshy's on Californian in West Seattle. read more

Service: super friendly barista. Ambiance: it's small and a little dark but the vibe of the place makes up for it. It feels comfortable and there are couches and seats with tables available. Not sure if they had outlets. The music was more lo fi pop. Seems like a great spot for a rainy evening. Overall: this cafe stays open late til 9pm which is a great option since most cafes close early. I'd def go back. It just feels like a low key neighbourhood spot. read more

An eclectic little cafe that makes me feel like I'm a college student (shiver). Chill vibes and music. Basic sandwiches. Not so basic soups. Both good. PROS: - Food yums the soul, but it's not "soul food" - Weekday dinner time is quiet - Homemade soups are unique and healthy - Free parking & WiFi CONS: - Salty AF sandwich, dare I say saltiest I've ever had?! My ham & horseradish one had visible excessive salt on the outside of the bread and even more generous spicy spread that became inedible halfway through...but the toasty bread and gooey cheese was delish) - Only one girl on staff albeit a slow night; a nice gal BUT she made out with her boyfriend(?) very briefly when he paid her a visit, right in the doorway of the dining room 1 sandwich and 2 cups of soup du jour was $18. Not too bad considering scratch soup and local bread. I'd come again, but must tell them to lay off the salt. Please, I don't want hypertension and even more dehydration. read more

I've had better coffee at Starbucks. I expected so much more. 3 people working I was 2nd in line and it still took them 15 minutes to make a "mexican mocha" which was Kayane w/ Cinnamon... come on. The place was dank humid old couches w/ who knows what on the cloth material. read more

Very cool coffee shop with great sandwiches. I come here for lunch. The Barista are the best.

We came here to work and found a table right away although it was quite busy this afternoon. The iced coffees came quickly yet felt crafted just for us in their cute tall glasses. The table we sat at we're big enough for two 15" laptops, two iced coffees and two glasses of water. There were plenty of electrical outlets along the wall and the fire made it feel very cozy while we slaved away job hunting. Would definitely return to this great little cafe and eatery to try the pastries and foods provided. read more

Looked like an interesting place for lunch, really more like a coffee joint that served some food. I had soup (I think it was Hungarian mushroom) which was severely over seasoned, and a grilled cheese which had what appeared to be one very thin slice of cheese, just enough to hold two slices of bread together. Cannot recommend. read more

I've been to this location quite a few times because they are super friendly and have incredible tasting food. I love the comfy and quirky decor of the business. Perfect place to spend a Sunday morning with a book and tasty treats. read more

I grew up going to Freshy's and have always loved the food and atmosphere. Unfortunately, their COVID-19 safety practices are extremely lacking. All three times I have attempted to visit the coffee shop during the pandemic, the employees had the masks fully under their noses, both while helping the customers and making the coffees. Additionally, the owner has worn the plastic shield masks that only go around the mouth, which very clearly are not protective as they still allow for particles to get onto food/drinks. I am disappointed because I usually love this coffee shop, I hope they improve their safety so I can return soon! read more

I wanted a chai fix after doing 15 minutes of groceries (that's a lot to Daren!) and decided to ask around for recommendations. One lady at the front mentioned "awesome" Freshy's down the street. Off I went... It was nice, quiet weekend afternoon. Their chai is brewed so mind the small wait. Grande soy that please! Thank ya... It was ok. Sitting at the window and cool vibes, there were small, mini clumps of tea leaves(?) and something else that just looked weird (kind of caramel-y color, hard to chew). I worked on 1/3 - 1/2 of it then called it good. Also had a tasty, chunky biscotti. read more