I've tried a lot of banh mi spots in California, and this place easily compares to some of the best…read morespots in the San Gabriel Valley. First off, the variety is impressive. They have a wide range of banh mi fillings, from the classics to some harder to find options like roast pork, so there's something for everyone. My personal favorite is the crispy roast pork banh mi. The pork has that perfect crackly skin with juicy, flavorful meat underneath. Paired with the pickled veggies, fresh cilantro, and a light spread of mayo on a crusty baguette, it hits all the right textures and flavors. I also love the special banh mi with all the different meats. It's basically the greatest hits lineup with savory cold cuts, pâté, and other cured meats layered together for a rich, satisfying bite every time. It's hearty without being overwhelming, and the balance of fresh and savory components is spot on. And don't skip the drinks. The egg coffee was surprisingly excellent. The Vietnamese coffee base had a deep, bold flavor with that classic slightly bitter edge, and the creamy whipped egg topping added a smooth, lightly sweet contrast. It felt indulgent but still very coffee forward. Overall, this is a great banh mi spot for me with the great variety, tasty sandwiches, and a standout egg coffee to round it all out. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the mood for a quality banh mi.

Quick, reasonably priced, and overall very yummy!…read more This is a small spot in shoreline that has a large variety of drinks and lunch items. They also have wifi so it is totally possible to study and do work at the cafe too. I would say it is a little small for a large party but it would be a perfect stop for a casual, quick lunch. I have gotten drinks and food here and each time it has been fast and good. I have gotten the triple matcha twice and it is a huge and super yummy! It is on the sweeter side but that is perfect for me because I do prefer my drinks a bit sweeter. The service is quite fast and friendly! They also have a punch card so I am excited to return and continue supporting this spot!

I found this place via inKind rewards. The space itself is very cute with lots of great seating…read moreoptions. Parking was easy to find out front. I tried the gluten-free trailblazer cookie, and it was absolutely delicious. Loved all the additions to it to make it a more robust cookie. I also had the lavender latte which was tasty and not too strong a lavender taste.

sadly a deeply mediocre experience. took absolutely forever (in part because there was only one guy…read moreworking the whole shop, which isn't feasible when you are trying to serve hot food AND make drinks) and the food/coffee was mid and overpriced. i had an avocado toast (and even asked if they use fresh avocado, to which they said yes)...it was ice cold pre-packaged avocado atop cold bread. for $7.50!! my husband ordered the ham breakfast sandwich which came lukewarm. all this after we waited about 15 minutes. and again, i feel for the guy who was clearly running this place by himself. but they're just trying to do too much. coffee was also pretty mid, another $5 latte prepared without much care or attention. just fizzy oat milk dumped into a cup. when it's $30 + tip for breakfast and coffee for two to-go, i'd just expect a lot more. also, i see a lot of other people like the ambiance?? very confused by this, it's just another textbook standard gentrified coffee shop with an expensive letterboard, industrial lighting, and metal chairs.

This seems to be a local hot spot--and I definitely see why! The ambiance is casual but…read moreprofessional and cozy. The inside is beautiful but the outside is even better--and dog friendly! The staff were all friendly and made sure we were well taken care of. To drink, we got the mango mule mocktail and the lemon lavender spritzer (also a mocktail). Both were refreshing and fizzy, perfect for a warm spring day! To eat, I had the French dip with au jus. The meat was cooked perfectly, the top was crisp on the outside but soft and chewy inside, and cheese was melted nicely, and the au jus was flavorful. The fries are top notch!! Other people in my party had the lamb burger and the Reuben. Both were delicious! If you're in the Richmond Beach area looking for a nice restaurant for lunch, check out Blackbird!

Stopped here for lunch. It's a busy restaurant -- that…read moreseemed to have a lot of regulars. You walk in and order and then sit at a table with a number and they bring your food out to you. You get your own water, napkins, utensils, etc. Ordered the Grilled Chicken Sandwich and the Fish Tacos. They were both really good!! The fish was cooked perfectly- hot and fresh. And the sandwich had great flavor and the chicken was cooked well. The service fell short for us. We ordered drinks which didn't come out until our food did -- which was almost a 25 minute wait. When the food did come out, I was brought the wrong meal and had to wait longer. For me, the prices are also a little steep for the portion sizes and also not having a server. Luckily the taste of the food was great! We sat outside -- which was nice patio area. There were also a handful of tables inside but they were all full.

Ambiance: Very warm and welcoming environment, friendly barista, lots of inside seating and a…read morechildren's area. If you have the time, order for here and enjoy a coffee drink in a gigantic mug in one of their cozy setting areas. It almost feels like someone's home with how comfy it is! Service: She was quick making my coffee and sandwich, and she did everything with a smile! Food: I got their special, "The Salty Ex." A great coffee drink with delicious salted caramel and vanilla notes. The breakfast sandwich (Bagel, ham, egg, cheese) was yummy too. The reason I'm giving 4 stars is because they were out of a lot of the food options, and it was around 9:15 am when I went. I'll definitely return and hopefully they'll have more food options then!

You would imagine that this place has an aroma of Coffee.. or something, but you would be amiss,…read moreit's just the name, but what you do get, is good coffee. I'm meeting a friend here to catch up, to talk... and honestly, I had never thought about coming here for coffee, even if it was only 12 minutes from my place. Yes, the building was an old Service Station for you know, your car, so if anything the place has that on the outside, but the feels.. it's not that on the inside, per se. Where you get coffee and where you sit and chill, are two very different places. What used to be the service station office is where you get coffee, and where they used to service cars, is now where you sit comfortably, tables spaced apart nicely, and the decor is the place that makes you wonder why not.. in a good way. The coffee is Fidalgo, which is a good strong flavored coffee. They have a rotating mixed coffee drink of the month, and it's delicious. They don't bake their own goods, which honestly if you can't, then don't. What they service is packaged, but from reputable local businesses, so worth trying. Overall, you need a place to just work, to chill, or have a good coffee, this place meets and exceeds that.

Found this place on Yelp and decided to try it out!…read more For once I decided not to be a basic vanilla latte girl and try something from their menu. Staff was very friendly and patient while I was taking my time ordering. I ended up trying their Love Story and I was pleasantly surprised with the flavor. This isn't something I would grab often but it's something I would try.

Grounds has over the top drinks and it is really good for a sugar fix. I love stopping here as a…read moretreat! It isn't the best coffee if you just want a really good latte, but it is great for flavored drinks.

Pretty cool find if you are ever in the neighborhood!…read more Mountlake Terrace is not a place I frequently visit, but I did because of the convenience with the light rail - it's about a 9-minute walk from the light rail station. The interior has a warm and cozy vibe; I also dig the lighting. There's a good amount and variety of seating. They don't have outlets on the floor at the benches in the center, but there are a few outlets on the walls, so if you need to charge your devices I recommend sitting at the chairs next to the treasure chest (where I'm writing this review lol). Space seems very dog friendly, and there are 2 tables outside where the fur baby pawrents would typically sit with their fur babies. I also saw dog treats at the cashier that dog owners are free to take. I guess if you wanted to eat them you could, but I would judge you. For my drink, I got the Woodsman - opted for iced, large size, and whole milk. The drink was very chai spice-forward, which I loved. The staff member who took my order asked for my name, and later on when I went up to inquire the WiFi password, he addressed me by name - impressive. The owner (?), Heather, also thanked me for coming here after I picked up my drink. Needless to say, super friendly people. I didn't get a pastry or sandwich, but that's the goal for my next visit!

Cute place and the barista was wonderful. Got a pastry that was delicious and a chai/coffee mix…read morecalled the Woodsman. I am not a fan of alternative milks and can't process whole milk. Given this I cannot accurately rate the Woodsman as I got it with almond milk and wasn't a fan. My husband is also in the same boat as me with regards to milk. Please consider adding at least a 2% although skim would be amazing. If you like whole milk/alternatives please give this place a shot!

Eclectic bakery. Some beautiful desserts…read more I chose the pistachio basque. Outstanding flavour

A clean, well-kept cafe with friendly --but not exactly honest-- staff…read more While I found the menu to be a bit pricey, it looks like a popular spot with a nice atmosphere and since I was in the area and craving something sweet, I decided to give it a try. I asked for their most popular dessert, the guy at the register said it was the ube basque so I ordered it, to go. The flavor was good but I disliked the amount of food coloring used. The purple color was quite exaggerated and my stomach complained about it later on. I noticed a similar intensity with the green color of the pistachio option. I should've known better and order something else but I was tempted by it since I was told it was their best selling option. Sadly and very disappointed, I later discovered on their website that this ube basque is not even shown on their menu! Apparently, croffles are their most popular desserts... I don't understand why they didn't tell me that... but whatever. Intense food dye + lack of honesty with the recommendation = Hence the 3 stars.

I stumbled across this place while waiting for my car to get fixed. So glad I did! It's not the…read morenicest looking inside but the woman at the counter was so kind and helpful, she also made the best London Fog I think I've ever had. I had a delicious mousse treat and she brought free gelato! Wi-Fi was great, seats were comfy, and they had free books and games for kids. This place is wonderful, I wish I lived near here.

Came here on a walk with my granddaughter. First impression, was the number of Ethiopian goods they…read morecarry. I know that Ethiopian coffee has a special place in their culture. Here is a place that certainly strives to this speciality. I know there is an Ethiopian coffee specialty of a pour over. Saw one group of people specifically order this coffee. I am sensitive to caffeine, so this time I only ordered a chai to drink. My chai was much more spice oriented than I am used to. It was quite cinnamon bomb overall, but enjoyed it. I also ordered a ham and cheese sandwich.That was one great sandwich. Crusty bread, nice ham and gooey cheese. Came spread with mustard and spices. Surprisingly, One of the best ham and cheese sandwiches I have had in a long time. Now this is a place where your order takes time. It is a place to linger. So, enjoyed the small library of books they offered, to keep time while you wait. Sweet staff and quality food. I was surprised at how good everything was. The surroundings makes you want to linger. will come back to try another sandwich, an almond croissant and some Ethiopian coffee. A rare find in the caffeinated surroundings of Shoreline.

This is a warm, cozy spot in shoreline. In an area where there aren't a lot of local cafes, I was…read moreexcited to see a new one had opened it. They have a large parking lot, so parking is super easy. When you enter, the space is very warm and inviting. There's also plenty of seating if you want to do some work or just chat with a friend for a bit. They had an assortment of seasonal drinks, so I ordered the maple latte. It was delicious - the coffee was smooth and the maple flavors really balanced it out. IThe staff here are also very friendly and welcoming. I had a great experience at Liturgy coffee, and I would definitely come back. It's a great spot to check out on a cozy fall/winter day, or anytime of year!

Neutral or welcoming? What is the difference? On 11/12, I…read morevisited this new coffee shop in my area. They are owned and sponsored by a local church and I had been excited for their opening. There has been some controversy about church owned coffee shops in Shoreline. I ordered a coffee and then politely asked where was their pride ‍ flag or sign. They said they didn't have one so I offered to bring them one and they seemed delighted, and thanked me. The pride flag I ordered is an 8 x 10 sign, has all the colors, and says in bold print EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE. On 11/17 I returned to the coffee shop. I had to wait a few minutes to speak with the manager. As we began to chat, another person suddenly joined her and took over the conversation, as I explained I'd been there last Wednesday and the agreement we had. He went on to tell me they are NEUTRAL and do not want to "offend" anyone. When I told them a sign like this should not be considered offensive, and if it were offensive to someone, maybe they didn't want that customer anyway. I said I have grandchildren who are both gay and mixed race and it's important for them to feel safe in certain environments. I told them about how my lesbian college-age granddaughter had to walk nearly a mile to find a coffee shop last summer where she felt comfortable. (She doesn't patronize Starbucks. She walked to Diva on 145th.) They felt that was too bad for her. But ... they were very adamant in their NEUTRAL position. I tried explaining how important these signs are to the LGBTQ community. They did repeat several times that they were NEUTRAL. I left the signs with them and drive by often to check and see if they're in the windows. They are not. Either perhaps in the garbage or on a shelf in some back room. The last thing we want to do in the environment we're currently living in is to remain neutral. We need to reach our hands across. In a "Christian" environment, I would expect nothing less.

This location in Shoreline took a while to reach even in Sunday traffic; I-5 N traffic has been…read moreextending wait times for everyone near the Ship Canal Bridge especially during the weekends when everyone's out. Getting here will be a relief since you don't have to worry about finding parking in their spacious parking lot, which is shared with many other surrounding businesses. Inside is pretty casual with several tables to sit and hang around, along with one long table where you'll be close to some foliage as my friends and I were. Menu has a variety of items including milk tea, coffee, smoothies and fresh milk. Speciality and possibly seasonal drinks were also advertised around the counter and near the front. Staff at the front take your order and ask about ice and sweetness levels if the drink you order calls for that. There is also a ramen bar to the right-hand side of the front counter you can use after purchasing instant ramen at said front counter. I got myself the Mustache milk tea with 50% sweetness and ice, with regular boba. This is very standard for milk tea but it's also the perfect baseline for their other drinks. The tea is floral and the milk added does not detract from the drink. 50% sweetness is perfect for this drink, as any sweeter would have been too much for me. My friends enjoyed their other drinks, though they all got stuff from various parts of the menu. Pretty decent and nice place to chill, hangout and have some good boba! If I'm around the area, I'll come back for their other milk tea flavors!

This place is soooo stinkin' cute - I love the decor, the monstera, the DIY instant ramen bar (I…read moreneed one of those machines, dang it), and the friendly staff. Small business, locally-owned and operated (second location in Lynnwood!). Now for the tea: very good. We got the pineapple green tea with lychee jelly, and the peach osmanthus oolong, 50 percent sugar in both. Quite sweet at 50 percent - I don't think I would do 100 percent here. We'll be back for a longer hang, and a ramen snack...