Good coffee drinks but baked goods were a bit dry and bland. Staff generally helpful but one fellow was a bit rude. Maybe another try down the road. I'd like to support this local shop but improvement is needed. read more

100th Yelp Check In at Kaffeeklatch this morning and Annette had a complementary shirt for me! I have yet to try something here that isn't incredible but I still order apfeltasche 90% of the time.. its just so so good. read more

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Bringing community to my community-- I've lived in Lake City for seventeen years and never knew how much difference one homey little neighborhood nook could make. It's literally transformed the neighborhood and become indispensable overnight. (Board game nights?! I didn't know anyone still did that!) I can never resist lingering over the bulletin board for all the local artists and offerings I never knew were happening around here. Need I add praises for the fresh-baked goods and stay-awhile atmosphere? Add in free parking in the lot in back-- and I can guarantee, if I'm not serving coffee from my own kitchen, we're having it at Kaffeeklatsch. read more

A cozy spot for a cup of coffee and a slice of Käsekuchen! Around Christmas time, they sell cookie boxes and iced Christmas loaves. The cookie boxes are my favorite, they're a fun mix of cookies, and make wonderful housewarming gifts! We tried their coffee (smooth) and Chai latte (more tea than dairy), which was a nice step away from the $bucks version that I'm so accustomed to. Most of their baked goods are on the savory side (which I like). Their "cheesecake" aka Käsekuchen is delicious and if you get there early, you can order a breakfast sandwich before they sell out. read more

If I could give negative stars I would. I'm shocked that this place has 4 stars. When you walk in, the cafe is cute, display case full of goodies and a baker and a barista that could give two sh*** that you're even there. I ordered a vanilla latte and a lemon poppy seed bread. I wish I had sipped the coffee and taken a bit before I left. The coffee was extremely bitter and burnt. The lemon loaf was rock hard. I came in when they opened, so they clearly took last week's leftovers and put them in the pastry case to be sold. Obviously both were tossed in the trash. This place is disgusting. read more

This is a great German coffee shop and bakery in the north side. I learned of the place from a fellow yelper's ROTD review. I have to admit, I'm not a huge fan of German anything besides the sausages, but the pastries were decent. Plenty of seating in the place and a cool breeze circulated the space with the front door open. Since it's on a busy street it can be slightly noisy, but still pretty cool. Great addition to the Seattle area! Definitely kid friendly as they have a little section in the corner near the restroom with kid toys. Probably not a place I'd frequent because it's not in my neck of the woods and I'm kind of a French pastry snob. read more

Not just a coffee house, it's a scratch made German bakery with delicious authentic goodies! I was just hoping for some coffee cake and a latte but I was amazed when I saw the pastry case. There was cardamom cake on the counter with an assortment of cookies, including a gluten free option. There were delicious apple turnovers, fruit bars, pretzels, breads, biscuits, breakfast sandwiches. Yum! The staff was friendly and informed me that during the holidays they make Stollen which is super awesome! I got some mighty leaf tea and piece of the tasty cardamom cake. The cake was super delicious, though I'm a cardamom addict and could have been happier with tons more cardamom. :) I picked up a loaf of the Hefezopf bread with raisins which is a braided yeast roll sprinkled with pearl sugar. I just got home and tore off a piece and OMG it was so soft and buttery and delicious. I will definitely be back, probably every weekend. If I lived in Lake City I'd be there every day! read more

If you live around between the 120th-130th area of Lake City Way, this place is one of few walkable cafe options in the area. I only come here out of convenience, and every time I do, I kick myself because the coffee is mediocre and the ambiance really isn't that great for someone who wants to get some work done. The space, while large with high ceilings, is pretty poorly lit in the fall/winter months, and if you want to plug your computer in, your only options are the few tables by the wall. I'd say about 70% of the time I get a latte, the milk is burned/too hot. I'm an extra shot kind of person, but an extra shot latte from here is especially bitter and unpalatable. If you come in during prime coffee time during the weekdays, expect to wait a little for your food and drink, because they always seem a little short staffed and harried. It's really off-putting that they store the sandwiches (some of which have egg and meat) on the counter, unrefrigerated. Couple that with the big flies that buzz around the cafe in the summer and around the pastry cases and counter... yeah, not very appetizing. The quality of the pastries varies. Their sweeter options are good, but I got a pretzel hotdog once for a quick lunch and found the part closest to the dog to be gooey and undercooked. read more

Rude, staff. Weak coffee. Better service at Starbucks. What a disappointment. For the price one would expect more. I will not be back. I would encourage everyone to spend their money elsewhere. read more

This German themed coffeehouse is a favorite neighborhood hangout. It's both cozy and filled with just the right amount of unique personality. They have a variety of coffee drinks and freshly baked breads. I encourage trying out one of their seasonal German pastries and pretzels. I especially love coming here for their delectable breakfast sandwich (there's a bacon bits version and a vegetarian version). If you enjoy expertly crafted handmade baked goods, definitely checkout Kaffeeklatsch. PS for those who were just as clueless as I was with the name of this coffeehouse, Kaffeeklatsch (pronounced KA-ffee-gkLA-sh). It means an informal social gathering for coffee (kaffee) and conversation/gossip (klatsch). A very fitting name! read more

I am all about lovely coffee shops with tasty baked goods, and Kaffeeklatsch is one of them. Their biscuit is buttery and flaky, and obstaschen (apple, rhubarb, or peach) were served with some whipped cream. The cinnamon bun came with a side of icing, which was sweet and delicious. On a lazy Saturday/Sunday (or ANY day), grab a cup of coffee (or tea: they serve Mighty Leaf Tea, which happens to be my favourite!!), and try one (or many) of their hard-to-pronounce pastries! read more

Beautifully designed and down to earth bakery & coffeehouse. The owners and baristas are so friendly and accommodating. Its a wonderful place to enjoy a hot beverage and pastry or sandwich while catching up with friends. In the mornings I charge up with a caramel (house mix) latte or I go with a pot of herbal tea ($2.50) in the afternoon. If you cannot find a parking spot storefront, there's a huge lot in back. If you are from the north end, you must choose a day and time to settle in and become a regular. If you are just passing through the hood, stop in to chat with the German-accented baristas, admire the gorgeous in-house woodwork (esp. the bar made of reclaimed fir) and absorb some of the new vibe in Lake City. read more

I was torn if I should give 3 or 4 stars to this place. If it was just the cakes, I'd give these guys a 5 (and an extra point for the large pretzels). All their baked goods are in house and of the ones that I've had, they are good -- not overly sweet, good texture, great smell and look. You can buy the baked goods to go, which is great, but at 3-4 dollars a piece probably not recommended. On the other hand, if they decided to let you order a whole cake for ~$20, I'd buy the cakes there for any get-together with friends. The service is friendly but harried -- each time I was there they seemed to be dealing with a delivery, so this may improve to very friendly as they get into their groove. Their selection of tea is limited (Numi, only 5 types). They have a large door that opens and cools down the area near by, so if you're unlucky to be at one of the tables not against the wall, you're going to get chilled quickly (and for me that ruins the experience). Which brings me to the layout of the place. The counter is directly opposite the entrance, and the tables in two rows are on the left: one set against the wall (3-4 tables) and 2 tables between the door and the wall. This same wall is where another exit/entrance (towards the Bartell's parking lot) is located. All of the tables and chairs are wood construction, so it gives the impression of sparse and somewhat uncomfortable seating. They were comfortable when sitting, and all the laptop monkeys seemed happy enough. Outside of the chill and the sparse seating, I like this place. It's a fresh change form the local Starbucks and I want these guys and gals to succeed. I hope that in the future I can change my rating to a 4 or a 5. read more

We went to Lake City looking for a watch chain, and the baby fell asleep in the car. I enjoyed 45 minutes of uninterrupted reading in the car and completed our errand when she woke. By that time, we were both ready for a snack. Kaffeeklatsch is directly across the street from another bakery. I chose to stop here because I saw a kid area in the window. Very kid welcoming, nursing friendly. Good toy selection & variety for repeat visits. We had a peanut butter cookie and a delicious drip coffee. I love good drip, and this was tasty. read more

I like this place, but the service can be sparse and a little slow. I actually stood there waiting last week while the lady finished rinsing and loading several dishes, while continuing to tell me she'd "be right with me." After several minutes she finally finished, but then passed by me while she went to the other end and did some other non-urgent task, before finally coming back to help me. REALLY?! All of what she was doing could have definitely waited--customer service is not high priority here, for sure. The prices are also a bit high (teensy cookie costs as much as a large one elsewhere. Some of the German specialty pastries are a nice change, and seem much more worth the prices charged. Also, so you'd think that if you buy a sandwich at a bakery, it would come on some of their yummy baked breads or rolls, right?.....Wrong! Sandwiches are pre-made in the frig case, and come on some sort of generic white, sticky hoagy roll, store bought. Wow, what a missed opportunity to let people try some of the breads they bake themselves and sell....I don't get that one. And finally, it's going to be over 85 degrees today and I usually meet with a group there. I called to ask if they have air conditioning, and the answer was no. Well, technically they have it, but the owner won't turn it on unless it's going to be REALLY hot, and apparently over 85 degrees doesn't qualify?! The gal who answered said the owner said no a/c today---not hot enough. ....um...WTF?!!? I'll be skipping sitting with my group today--I'd rather be comfortable. Sorry, but withholding a/c is just weird on an 85+ day. When I've had lattes here, they've been fine, nothing out if the ordinary though. With all of the weirdness I've encountered over several visits though (there's been more, not mentioned here), if I didn't meet with a group there, I'd probably just as soon skip it in favor of a more customer-friendly place with better prices... read more

Few places have the food, coffee, and friendly staff like Kaffeeklatsch. I'm always greeted by name and welcomed even during those busy times. I have not been disappointed with the food. Wow. Amazing bread - bread that can be a meal by itself - it's so good. Sandwiches are also great and easy if you are in a hurry. German baked treats are so good and will remind you of Germany. And, those American baked treats are also fantastic - try the chocolate crinkle cookie! AND, the coffee is strong and delicious. Great beans brewed through a French press and oh so good. Keep it up Kaffeeklatsch! read more

They have these heavenly rhubarb bars. The coffee is solid. Their savory sandwiches are no fuss, good food. I'm hoping next time to bring home a loaf or two to try. The cafe smelled heavenly and seemed to be a good sign that people enjoyed being couched out doing work there. Looking forward to trying other German baked goodies! read more

Great food, Strong coffee. All the food they serve is homemade. They have lots of German bread and pastries - everything I tried was delicious. However, if you like sweet coffee drinks with flavors, this is not the place for you. Their coffee is strong with very little sweeteners added. read more

Cute spot with German pastry offerings! Very open and spacious coffee shop, ideal spot for studying. Good customer service and fair prices, fyi they prefer cash payments if possible. We didnt try their coffee, just the pastries. We had the Blechkuchen (raspberry dessert bar) and the Beinenstich (bee sting cake). The cake was ok, a good choice if you're looking for something simple with a subtle sweetness. I really enjoyed the blechkuchen, it had just the right amount of sweet fruitiness without tasting too indulgent. Definitely worth a try! read more

I was looking for a place to grab a quick cup of coffee and my boyfriend suggested I check out this local spot. He was right, this is a cute little coffee shop. The barista was incredibly friendly and happy to explain all of their baked goods. She welcomed several of the other patrons by name and made it clear that the folks here care about their neighborhood. These are some great looking pastries. While I seriously tried my best to avoid devouring them, I had to indulge. I went for their laugenbrotchen (pretzel dough in a big ball) and it was delicious. My guy loves their breakfast sandwiches and everything else he samples. Great coffee, delicious baked goods, definitely worth giving Kaffeeklatsch a try. read more

First of all, I had the BEST chocolate chip cookie I have ever had in my life here at Kaffeeklatsch. It was soft and gooey and I'm pretty sure they have the bakery right on site. The baked goods were as fresh as you can find anywhere. I also had a breakfast sandwich and the biscuit it came on was flaky and buttery goodness! They have both veggie and bacon to choose from. There is also a little toy area for kids to play and they have a good selection for younger kids (probably 4 and under). Parking is not an issue at all. I parked right out front and there were just a couple of other cars parked near me. I will definitely be a return customer! read more

It has been a bit since visiting this coffee place. I went in about a week ago, to get some coffee and a pastry. While I stood in line I glanced over and noticed a fly inside of the pastry case. Sometimes those pesky flys make their way in somehow. As I got closer, I had to step out of line because I needed a closer look. There were A LOT of flys in there!!! I can't imagine how they wouldn't have noticed. It was terrible. I just left. Clean it up!! 9/10/16 Decided to try this place again. Still have flys in the pastry case. Nasty. read more

Every time I've visited this place (live in the neighborhood) I've always received such a cold, upset snooty barista at the register. Smile people, smile! Though their pastries look tasty there are always flies in the case which always gross me out! read more

Why haven't I tried this place earlier? I love Kaffeeklatsch! They use coffee beans from True North Coffee Roasters, which is locally owned and fair trade certified. I always enjoy stopping by for an americano, which has a smooth, rich flavor that I'm currently in love with. In addition to their delicious coffee, they have a bountiful selection of bread, pastries and sandwiches that will not leave you dissatisfied. I tried the "Bear's Claw" pastry that had almonds on top, with a sweet brown filling in the center. It was delicious and not too sweet. The baristas are friendly, and the cafe is usually always bustling with people because it's a popular place! Look for the German flag outside and you'll find the semi-hidden Kaffeeklatsch on Lake City Way. read more

I LOVE this place. I no longer live in Seattle but, whenever I come back for a visit, I want to come here for coffee and pastries as I did today. The place is run by a delightful gentleman from Switzerland and his pastries are the real thing! They are scrumptious. The dessert pastries are the most tempting but don't overlook the savory ones such as the Broetchen and the pretzels. I have not yet tried the lunch items (such as the soups) but I plan to, as I am confident they'll be as delicious as everything else I've tried here. read more

This place is amazing! My favorites are their dirty chai, biscuit with Nutella, veggie sandwich and house made granola with yogurt! I appreciate the relaxed atmosphere where you can sit and chat with a friend, read a book or work on your laptop! read more

Go for the house-made spiced chai and ginger biscotti! This family-friendly coffee house in Lake City is a nice option if your looking for a coffee shop with a twist. We also had an espresso drink and one of their specialty baked items, but the chai & biscotti combo stole the show :) read more

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Located in the arm pit of Lake City, German bakery Kaffeeklatsch sits snugly between a check cashing store and T-Mobile. I first got wind of this place from the Lake City Farmer's market (across the street facing B of A). I bought a few items, but the fruit Blechkuchen was my favorite. I recommend using your best, evil warlord voice say, "bleshh-coo-hunn". They have cute danishes, that are scrumptious (if they haven't sold out). The shop itself can be a bit daunting when it comes to selecting your pastries. There are no common translations on the placard in front of the tray of goodies except, the name of the item, "Zwetschgenkuchen". Huh?! Please, a little help here guys! Put down a common translation like, "streusel plum cake" (one layer cake with yeast, seasonal plums, with streusel topping, mildly sweet). Maybe write it phonetically, so I'll know how to say it. I'd like to know what everything is, so I can promptly order without asking the 23 year old barista, 20 questions on everything. I wouldn't expect her to answer the same questions every other customer who is pointing to the trays of treats. It feels a bit smug and strangely unfriendly since the average person is not familiar with German pastries. Aside from that hang up, the coffee is good but can be inconsistent if espresso is involved. The drip is good, so I typically go for that. The hours are odd since they close at 5:30 pm. Although on Thursdays, you can find them at the Lake City Farmer's market until 7 pm! read more

I work nearby and love how early they open, they have really captured the idea of a local bakery and coffeeshop. While I'm not a huge fan of the coffee, their pastries are by far some of the best in Seattle. All three cookies they have consistently are excellent. The LCW chocolate chip is particularly good and typically they don't last too long at work. The bear claws are a whole other story. All that leftover oozing out bits, so good. Service is always friendly and the owners are both very kind and helpful. read more

This is a cool little German oasis for me in Seattle. I love the breads they have and their sandwiches are also excellent on these european-style breads. Coffee here is very respectable and the ambiance is very relaxed. It's a big coffee shop, with so much more. I also came here for the 25th anniversary of the Berlin Wall coming down, and it was VERY well planned and coordinated! I highly recommend this little gem. Lots of parking in the back as well as on the street. No reason not to go.... read more

I came here in search of chocolate, the only thing they had with chocolate in it besides chocolate chip cookies were what is called schopiojj. I looks like a mini chocolate bundt cake. It was so moist and delicious!!!! There was milk chocolate ganache on top that wasn't over powering. I drank it with whole milk... You should if you have one! The space is huge and they have a kiddie table area which is cute... They also have board games... I wouldn't mind hanging out here just for fun. read more

Kaffeeklatsch is the hidden gem in north seattle. A nestled German bakery with very kind staff and excellent pastries is definitely a place worth going to. It definitely beats Starbucks with their fake pastries and better priced too! Their pretzel knots are absolutely delicious! read more

I think this place is quite cozy. I felt that when I entered in, I felt a sense of comforting orange aura welcoming me in this great German coffee kingdom. Then I met the coffee shepherd at the counter. A very sensible and friendly fellow greeted us as my friend and I were discussing what our order would be. Once we decided, with his gentle European hands, he merrily prepared our order. I had an Italian frappe, which was filled with such bitter sophistication. It filled my palate with glee and the understanding of adulthood. I had a wonderful a journey... I'm just kidding. This place was good and the guy was nice so check it out. read more

Wonderful! Whee! Seriously, it's a good cafe, roomy, pleasant atmosphere, really sweet people. And it smells good! The food took me by surprise - the Bienenstich was delicious! A little hard to find, but plenty of parking. This is perfect for a little German vibe without going over the top into cliché-land. read more

A great little German bakery with fresh breads, pastries, cookies and the likes baked daily. I've been here a bunch of times and it's always been yummy smells of freshly baked treats floating around the road. The coffee is so so. Don't order the white chocolate mocha, it just tastes like hot chocolate. My review though is based on lack of organization, team work and sense of urgency I noticed when it comes to serving their customers. My feeling was confirmed today when we went in to grab a quick coffee. The line was getting long, as these two gentleman ordered $50 worth of pastries. The cashier was all over the place grabbing them, as employees walked around and didn't try pitching in to help. The coffee girl started our order and never announced it when ready. The most annoying part was when this Asian woman and her daughter tried to cut in line demanding they were here first. When we corrected her, she proceeded to throw us dirty looks and immediately restored to her native tongue shit talking us the entire time. To make matters worse, the cashier decided to serve them first instead. I wished they'd be less disorganized and passive aggressive, speak up and handle the line as they should have. Bottom line don't put incompetent people in a customer service role if they can't handle it. It made the whole experience that much worse. read more

It is with heavy heart that I am giving five starts to my favorite German bakery. I simply do not want all those hungry yelp readers to flock the place and consume all my favorite Kuchen and Apfeltaschen. Stay away, you gluttons! I want it all! ;) It would be lovely if the cafe was opened at least until 7pm. But I understand - bakers do need some rest. And, probably, there is a great shortage of Heinzelmännchen in Seattle. I wish pretzels were less expensive but ... authenticity is worth it! So if this summer I will not buy a ticket to Germany - it will be only because I will spend all the money on irresistible pastries at Kaffeeklatsch. read more

This is my neighborhood cafe and I'm going to defend it from all you detractors who are coffee snobs and Germanophobes. ;-) Kaffeeklatsch is run by a super nice family who really care about the community and have made their cafe kind of a hub around here. They come to the farmer's market, they sell products from other farmers in their store (eggs and jam, I believe), they man the refreshment station during Bike to Work day, and they give local organizations and activists counter space when they ask for it. They are also incredible bakers. It is so hard to find real bread in the US - fresh, dense, crusty, unsweetened, delicious bread. Every German or East European person I've served their bread to has stared incredulously at me and asked "Where. did. you. get. this?" My son loves their seeded rolls, pretzels, and breads, too, and we like to get a bowl of soup here which comes with a slice of bread & butter. I also love their pastries, from the cardamom cake to the biscuit & jam to the Apfeltasche (apple turnover). Going to Kaffeeklatsch is also a cultural experience. There's a word of the day in front of the register every day and they will gladly chat with you in German, no matter how broken or rudimentary. There are German books for kids and adults to peruse as well. I concede that the lighting is not ideal, the decor could be better, and the front sliding door is weird and actually a little hazardous when you have little kids who want to bolt outside to see the buses. But I appreciate their little play area, and mostly I'm just really glad to have such a friendly cafe in this otherwise depressed area. Coffee? Eh, I don't really drink much of it. The chai lattes are nice, and they have smoothies and OJ for the kids. And I've had much worse coffee. Maybe what they serve is not for everyone, but it's no worse than average. They seem to have had a lot of turnover in terms of baristas recently, so maybe that's why the quality varies from day to day. read more

I have been a fan of Kaffeeklatsch for a long time. A couple of years ago, this was my and my classmates study place! They are uniquely German in that many of their food/pastry dishes are German, their menu is in German and English, and the hours posted on their doors is in German as well. It's always fun to go to the counter and try to order an Americano and a kasekuchen (aka cheesecake). My German is atrocious, but the baristas always get a good laugh and understand the struggle of us English-speaking folk. They offer friendly, fast service, and it's understandable as I have sometimes driven by to see their line extending outside the business' front doors. The only downside, is their size. But really, can they be at fault for their square footage? There is literally not enough space to spread out and work, but what they lack in space, they compensate for in the many German breads and pastries they offer. I just want to roll around in German gluten for the rest of my life... Oh, while there is limited parking in the front of the shop, drive around to the back! There's butt loads of parking there... butt loads. read more

Had a latte and a pretzel from here. The latte was alright, could have been a bit stronger. Wasn't bad, but wasn't the best I've had. The pretzel was mediocre at best. It wasn't warmed up, the inner folds were too thin and were very hard from baking. The outer folders were chewy and salty, but like I said, nothing to write home about. The mustard is very good - grainy, thick, and spicy. Probably too spicy for most. The servers were really friendly, but there were a couple flies buzzing around the pastries sitting by the register - a bit off putting to say the least. The other pastries looked really good; unique varieties that I'd like to try sometime. read more

MMMMMMMM I literally was walking by on my way to another breakfast place and was drawn in by the smell of delicious pastries baking. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED! This german bakery was filled with amazing sweets, breads and treats that all looked amazing and I wanted to just go behind the counter and shove things in my mouth. I ended up getting the veggie b-fast sandwich (on this mouthwatering flakey as f*ck biscuit), and a cup of coffee. The coffee was oilslick worthy and I could have eaten 10 of those sandwiches. Note: Get there early because by 9am on a Saturday the place had a line out the door! Also don't be in a rush because delicacies like those should be savored. read more