Good treats...we are lucky to have such a place in our community. My only complaint, which doesn't impact stars, is a little more personable customer service. A smile...eye contact maybe? The lack of that makes for a...cold experience but honestly the food more than makes up for it. read more

Delish pastries!!!!!!!!!!! Recommended by my cousin who lives near there and goes a lot. Fun place

The food is always spectacular, service is always prompt. My friend and I love to run down and grab some pretzels and sit with our puppy outside. They help with the homesickness when I miss my Omi's meals. read more

Coffee and baked goods equally exceptional. Staff is efficient and friendly. Kaffeeklatch also supports the local community in a variety of ways; another reason I will continue to rave about this place. Only wish it was open earlier so I could be a customer more often. read more

Wonderful German style cafe/bakery. They are donating money for Ukraine and have adorable cookies. Come here and support them and Ukraine read more

Kaffeeklatsch - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of the coolest coffee shops I have visited in the area. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was a display case full of delicious looking German pasteries I have never seen before. Between our group, we tried three different things from the case. All three were delicious, just the right texture and not overly sweet. Their coffee is decent and they have a rack of fresh bread to purchase and take home. I love that the whole place is designed to get people to stay, hang out and hopefully connect with others. There is a small kids area to one corner, a bookcase full of books and board games and tons of information about community events and resources. I wish I lived closer to it, I would be a regular. Even though I live 20 minutes a away, it's still special enough for me to keep going back every few weeks. read more

Just had a tasty sweet raspberry thing and a great sesame roll. My kid liked it so much he insisted I leave a review.

I honestly feel so fortunate to live walking distance from Kaffeeklatsch because it has become a staple in many of my study days! I'll begin with my appreciation for the ample available seating, the kid's play area that is cleverly placed in an area slightly away from the main seating area, and the delicious display of baked goods that is always enticing and hard to resist. As far as those baked goods and other treats? I've ordered: - Lake City Way chocolate chip cookie - Biscuit with butter and jam - Homemade granola bowl with yogurt - Soy lattes & soy chai tea lattes - Blueberry herbal teapot Let me start off with my favorite item here - those biscuits w/ butter and jam are absolutely heavenly. The mixture of the butter and their perfectly sweet jam is to die for, and the biscuit itself is excellently baked with little sugar flakes on top that make for a delicious blend of flavors. If there's anything you should order here, it's that warm biscuit with butter & jam. Just trust me on this one. Their Lake City Way chocolate chip cookie is also delicious, I would say that Kaffeeklatsch has one of my favorite chocolate chip cookies in the city, and it's always difficult to resist the temptation to not take one home! The lattes here are great, perfect temperature, strong coffee, no complaints from me. Their chai is a little more on the spicy side, which is not typically my favorite, but still enjoyable and I'd order again. Their blueberry tea is heavenly, and they have plenty of other tea options available. The only reason for a docked star is the spotty Wi-Fi because as I mentioned, I tend to come to study and I've found that I have to use my cell's personal hotspot most times that I come here. Sometimes the service is a hit or miss, some baristas are very friendly while others are a little more introverted, but I love the vibe of this café either way and am happy to support a local business in my neighborhood! read more

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How have I not finished my review of Kaffeeklatsch sooner? I absolutely love this place. I'd stop by every few Friday mornings before I had a work meeting to get my coffee and pastries before heading in. The barista that was working always has so much energy in the morning and he's so nice that it always made my day. Their butter and jam biscuits are delicious! The pretzels, Blechkuchen and Lebkuchen during the holidays are are yummy as well. I've only gotten a plain latte and mocha so I can't speak on the drinks other than that but those were always great. There's free wifi if you're coming to study or work and a decent amount of seats. The back has a large parking lot and you can enter through the back door so you don't have to walk all the way around. This is my favorite coffee spot in all of Seattle. It's local, friendly, good food and doesn't feel "corporate" like many others. Hands down, a place you should check out. read more

Stopped by the other day to find a sweet treat & wasn't let down. My Oma used to always make me this bomb apple cake and they have the same replica but with strawberries and rhubarb - it was amazing Definitely would come here if your looking for good customer service & something to help your sweet tooth read more

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I was thrilled to discover a German bakery in Seattle that serves one of my favorite cakes: Bienenstich. I went and bought to slices and a hoagie roll. The cake was okay but didn't meet my expectations. The hoagie roll on the other hand was fantastic. I definitely want to try more of their baked good but I probably won't be getting Bienenstich here again. read more

I should bring my "Oompa"-Tuba and wear my liederhosen when I come here, that's how authentic it is, OH YUM! SITREP The only reason I would ever feel bad for Kaffeeklatsch is because they don't get the attention they deserve from Seattle peeps further down on the various "Hill-Grids". [But the only reason why Kaffeeklatsch probably doesn't complain is because they don't want hipster riff-raff coming here anyways!] ;^D It's hard to believe it's already been a year since Kaffeeklatsch opened their doors in the Lake City community, but as of January 2012, it's official, and what an incredible addition to the community this place has been. SETUP And what a delightful find one day while wandering around the streets of Lake City. And I was LOST! Had to call my mom! (Don't laugh! I'm serious! The embarrassing call went something like this, "Mom - thanks for calling back this number. Yes, I know it's not my number. It's the number of the nice lady here in this coffee shop who let me use her phone because my iPhone is dead and that's why I had to leave you a voicemail to call her phone. I need you to come get me....in a bit.......maybe an hour....or two.....or so...") Anyways, the coffee shop is Kaffeeklatsch (and the "nice lady" is my new friend Patricia), and what a treat to be introduced into the wondrous tastes, the incredible smells and the eye-popping color of Kaffeeklatsch. THE "GRIND" OF THE BUSINESS DAY I love how Kaffeeklatsch features the work of local, regional artisans and their coffee now is True North Coffee Roasters and it's worth applauding Annette and her staff for giving us the best opportunities of exploring some bold new coffee directions. THE SANDWICHES These are outstanding and totally reasonable at $6 a pop. I have become a big fan of both their Caprese Focaccia and their Turkey & Provoline. Hearty and very filling lunch-treats if you ask me. PASTRIES!!! But the pastries are what keep me coming back! Have you tried their Blechkruchen? The Blondie? The Lemon Poppy Loaf? Yum! Yum! And TRIPLE-YUM! The German bakery here is outstanding in it's output in both terms of variety - from sweets, breads, cakes, etc. - to the sheer volume. Believe it or not, people just come here to buy STUFF and take it away! Really! But seriously, Kaffeeklatsch has become a Lake City community focal point and abundently clear why this is so if you've gotten their French Press, a Greek Yogurt, Brötchen, or any of the many items I've mentioned or missed mentioning. THE LOWDOWN A Bakery OF Bakeries! A Coffee House OF Coffee Houses! This is how they are done right! read more

Kaffeeklatsch - Mmmmmmmm...Ya! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For all the coffee places in this town, there seem to be relatively few good old-fashioned coffee shops. That's fine--the subtle differences in the new places haven't trumped the old style. But it's still a refreshing change of pace to find a joint that emphasizes an interesting menu to go along with good coffee. Kaffeeklatsch fills that niche. It's in some new construction along LCW, just north of 125th, with entrances on both sides. The signage is just a vinyl banner on either side, so look sharp about it if it's your first visit. The interior space feels like new construction, but they're filling it up quickly and making it their own. They've really decorated for Christmas, with two splashy big gingerbread houses on the pickup counter. There's a cold case with sandwiches off to your right, and a pastry case at the order counter. They really crank out the breads, cookies, cakes, pastries, and other baked delights. There are just a ton of different things to try, and they all seem to be as good as you can reasonably hope for these things to be. Between us, we had a sandwich, a breakfast biscuit thing, a cookie, and a blondie. They were all amazing, especially the baked goods--perfect consistency, no dampness or dryness lingering around. They have nailed the science of baking and embraced the artistry of it at the same time. There are other great bakers in this town of course, but this one stands out above 85th, for sure. The coffee was fantastic, service was super nice, and prices were very reasonable. Awesome place. read more

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I was having my car worked on and wanted to grab coffee to while I waited. Located this bakery a couple blocks away and thought I'd check it out. Quaint shop, friendly owner and staff. The owner likes to travel and is kind enough to share her stories. The baked goods are fresh and home made. The shop is busy, and filled with neighbors from the immediate area, so there is good conversation despite the construction on Lake City Way, even early on a Saturday morning. Not your typical and traditional bake shop, there are some unique treats, but some down home favorites too. Stop in, you'll be glad you did! read more

Yum! Every thing we have tried here is amazing The jam biscuits and pretzel rolls are my current faves!

Lattes, lemon shortbread, and Russian tea cookies - my faves at this lovely neighborhood café/bakery. They have a children's play area and a clean bathroom with a changing table (not that I need one, but just in case you do). The women who work weekends are pleasant! And the cups are compostable - icing on the cake. read more

Love this bakery! Friendly staff. Delicious bread -- especially the Landbrot. And we usually get a few pretzels, too. PLUS they have farm fresh eggs in the cooler. Highly recommended. read more

I enjoy the coffee and the staff, but I wonder... why there is a Ukrainian flag up and no Palestinian flag? Do we not support all those whose land is taken and whose people are killed? read more

Such a nice place! They have this authentic German style very-dense rye bread my husband and I have looked everywhere for. It's heavy like a brick--it's perfect! Very friendly service and fantastic German authenticity! read more

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Came her for a small breakfast bite, their biscuits are to die for! So buttery and fluffy that melt in your mouth as you eat it! We had a breakfast egg biscuit sandwich. The line is long and by the time you get to the front, the bread you've had your eye on might be gone...so don't say what you want out loud until you get your chance to order! read more

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This space was so intriguing a few years ago, but food service and ambiance has degraded and I am hoping it all turns around soon. May be that The neighborhood businesses are struggling so that definitely has an impact. read more

Awesome local coffee shop. I've been here a few times now and have had great experiences. The actual coffee is really tasty - I've ordered a Capuccino and vanilla latte. I've tried quite a few of their food items and they're all delicious. The cheese pretzel, jam biscuit, breakfast sandwich are all amazing. Also love the fact that they hire some neurodivergent staff. Their staff are awesome. This place is such a gem! read more

I have stopped in here several times as it is convenient to my workplace. Breakfast sammys are DELICIOUS. Thr biscuits are flaky and moist, the egg thankfully not overcooked, with the bacon mixed in and the cheese is just enough to add a lovely bite without overwhelming the mouth. There's a veggie option, but I haven't tried it yet. Pastries are pretty darn delightful. Simple and not too sweet, which is a nice change from the cloying, over-wrought pastries you find in a lot of bakeries these days (hello red-velevt, salted caramel and bacon cupcake with a cream cheese ganache and sriracha foam). I was a bit disappointed in the Russian tea cakes, they were dry the day that I had them. The coffee. Oh, how I wanted to love it. I wanted this to be my go-to coffee place, the place I brought new people to, a place where I could get my breakfast sammy and a hearty cuppa to start my day, but, alas! Twas not to be. Let me preface this by saying I am not a coffee aficionado by any means, but I know what I like, and this coffee is not it. I've tried two kinds of the drip and a couple of the espresso drinks and I just haven't been impressed. I'll keep coming back for sure, I'll just take my order to go & get my caffeine fix at work. read more

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A wonderful break in the day ... Wonderful employees and great kaffee! The cookie was definitely yum-oh!

This is a modest, low-key place located basically in the middle of nowhere between some bland city and another blander city but by some divine miracle, rush hour traffic happens to be crazy ridiculous and typically bumper-to-bumper. How? WHERE ARE YOU GUYS EVEN GOING. So what they offer of the German variety is extremely good, both bread and pastries and whatnot. I highly recommend the bienenstich and their multi-grain breads. The bienenstich is a mildly sweet pastry with custard and toasted almonds sprinkled on top. It's not too dense nor buttery. I try not to eat sweet breads because I gotta keep this booty in check, so it's the perfect, cake-like dessert. However, for such an undersaturated market that is metaphorically pregnant with possibilities, I'm irrationally irritated by the fact that they have shelves dedicated to substandard American fare like chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, and banana bread. This feels like a last resort thing, like the baker(s) just said, "fuck it" as they ran out of ideas of what to make. Like Google doesn't exist. Now I'm sure it's good. I'm sure they eat chocolate chip cookies and banana bread in Germany during high noon, and likely craft it better than we can, but I'm at a place called "Kaffeeklatsch." I'm here at this establishment to get away from all of that Girl Scout bullshit. Give me something like a Berlinstreuselwertzen or Chocokipferlnich. Are those even real? I don't know but they could at Kaffeeklatsch because I BELIEVE. read more

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Was so excited to try based on the reviews. Staff was very nice, but was super disappointed in the pastries. Had cinnamon rolls and lemon poppyseed bread. The sweet rolls were very dry and pretty flavorless. I was surprised. They tasted like day old, and that they had run out of cinnamon sugar. No rich sugary goodness in the folds like hidden treasure. I like the dough, but they just seemed incomplete somehow. And also, they were poorly boxed with the lid edge in my poppyseed bread frosting, which was a bummer. It might have been an off day, and obviously first world problems, but was still bummed. It's far from my house anyway, so not likely to return. read more

I've visited Kaffeeklatsch about a dozen times now so I feel confident in my 5 stars. Always a great cup of coffee. Delicious and interesting baked goods. I LOVE that there is parking out front so I can slip in on my route to downtown Seattle and quickly grab a few things to enjoy on my commute. I LOVE that there is a giant lot out back to park when I want to hang out awhile. The staff is ALWAYS incredibly friendly and take the time to chat with me as they work. My favorites so far are the bar type pastry that has rhubarb and raspberries on it (pardon me, I don't remember it's German name) and the Lake City Way cookie... chocolate chip cookie with pretzel salt. I've also enjoyed many of their breads, their biscuit breakfast sandwiches... some with jam, others with egg & bacon. I'd love to try a pretzel dog sometime soon after reading a few reviews on them. So happy to visit this place AND I absolutely love the little signs they have that you can put at your table... (see picture)... I mean, how often are you by yourself taking up a table that you could share with a stranger looking to enjoy a cup of coffee. :) read more

Kaffeeklatsch - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very tasty cinnamon roll and Mezzo. Definitely recommend as I wait for my car at the local Toyota (a short walk away).

I ordered a sheet cake of "Bienenstich" for my German mom's birthday last year. She loved it, especially since it tasted just like real German cake to her. Although it was pricey, the workers were very nice, and the cake was ready to go (except it needed to be taken off the baking tray first) when I stopped by to pick it up. We will definitely go here to get our German cake fix when we have our money saved up. ;). The pretzels were very tasty, too, and my kids devoted them! This is as close as a real German bakery in this country. read more

Great neighborhood cafe! The coffee is great as are the pastries and breads. Sufficient tables at which to study or decompress in a lively and friendly setting. I am happy such a place exists in Lake City, and you should give it a shot. :) read more

Kaffeeklatsch - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One lovely day we found ourselves stuck in traffic in the Lake City neighbourhood. My husband noticed their sign and we decided to check them out. We parked in the back of the shop and he headed in. He emerged with two paper bags and a slice of bread in his hand. He handed me the bag to inhale deeply. The aroma was as delicious as the bread slice that I chewed thoughtfully on the drive home! Since our first visit, we have been back several times for bread and to meet folks for coffee. The place is packed on the weekends so be patient if you need a table, or grab your stuff to go and head home to revel in your carby purchases. For lunch one day, I stopped by and grabbed one of their yummy pretzel dogs plus a chocolate chip cookie with pretzel salt. Paired with a salad, it was a delicious meal! They sell savoury and sweet treats, coffee drinks, and a bevy of bread loaves. The employees are mostly friendly. Only once did I get a less-than-cheerful girl at the counter but it was slammed inside and I think they were short-staffed so I shrugged it off. If you enjoy handmade bread goods crafted expertly, you can't go wrong with visiting Kaffeeklatsch! read more

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Pretty good bakery items, but lacking in quality coffee. My favorite thing was the buttermilk biscuit. I also liked the sliced bread with almond paste and almonds on top. The apple hand pie tasted like yesterday... Fresh-baked whole loaf breads were good. In a virtual restaurant desert, Lake City will have to do with this joint. read more

Kaffeeklatsch is amazing!! We were getting closer to our wedding reception date, and our original dessert option fell through. Fortunately, when Kaffeeklatsch posted on their Instagram that they made Donauwelle (we LOVE chocolate and cherries), we ended up with a better option than we had to begin with. They were extremely accommodating with our order size, and it all turned out scrumptious. We have also been frequent patrons of their bakery when we lived closer, so we can attest to the perfection of their products and their staff. We highly recommend them for any treats you might need, big or small. Thank you so much Kaffeeklatsch!! read more

This wasn't what I was expecting. It feels like a metro version of Germany mashed with modern-industrial. There is a great kids area by the front of the shop, but it seems this location doesn't fit what this place is. Regardless the ladies running the show were kind, efficient, and awesome. Not too chatty, but not robots either. The baked goods are gorgeous and tasty, but a bit on the pricey side. Well worth it if you're after something specific. Great place to stop in for some coffee and a snack and a warm place to chat! read more

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The pastries are great - the biscuit is the best biscuit I've ever had, very moist and buttery. Sadly the coffee is terrible. My partner and I have gotten it many times - usually cold brew and americanos - and it's just bitter and watery and flavorless other than sour. Staff can be a little disorganized. Good for grab and go treats. read more

This place was on my list to try for a long time. It often gets overlooked when I am on my way to other businesses in the area. I haven't tried coffee there and I think that may have been a mistake. I've heard good things but have cut my caffeine intake. I'll definitely try it next time. I ordered a pretzel and a biscuit. Both were ridiculously hard, even after warming them up. I had high hopes for the pretzel. It had fantastic color and a good amount of salt. I took a bite of it and the resistance it provided was unbelievable. I found myself staring at it because what I was seeing and what I was tasting was completely disconnected. It tasted like a pretzel but the texture was unpleasant. I put it in the microwave, hoping that heating it up would help. It didn't. The biscuit appeared to be treated with an egg wash, which I'm not used to seeing on a biscuit. I got excited and thought, this has to be good. The biscuit was about as hard as the pretzel. The solid nature of the biscuit made it very unpleasant to eat. Both packages sat on top of my counter, and I secretly hoped that someone in my house would eat them. No takers; not even my brother, who pretty much eats anything. He said he tried it and wouldn't eat it. That's saying a lot. I think perhaps I tried the wrong items so I'm willing to give this place a second chance. A few of my friends have had great experiences. Also, the staff was super friendly and helpful. read more

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Wow, what a great find! Stopped in here because we had seen the tiny door in the back (parking lot behing BECU) and were curious to see what it was. Walked in and I was super suprised, it's a nice space, clean, and is spacious without being huge. This place feels like it should belong on Cap hill or in the U district. Tried out the lemon shortbread, tea cookie, blechkuchen (the almond flavor, there was also poppy and rhubard), and the blondie. DELICIOUS pastries! Nothing was overly sweet, everything was fresh (there's an actual kitchen there), and the blechkuchen and tea cookie were my favorites. Also got an iced vanilla latte (everything is double :-)) and wow! THE COFFEE IS REALLY GOOD! I haven't had coffee like this in quite a while. It was smooth, flavorful, and rich. They carry seattle coffee works coffee. Awesome coffee, awesome pastries, and they have sandwiches too. I could totally see myself studying here and this is definitely the new go to spot for coffee. Prices were good too ($11 for everything) and the lady was very nice and provided descriptions all the pastries. They are also at the Lake City Thursday farmer's market. It's located on Lake City Way, but if you go through the back door, you forget about the sketchiness of LC way once your inside the nice and clean space. read more

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Of the bakeries around Seattle, Kaffeeklatsch is the one that I find the most difficult to spell and pronounce correctly. It is pronounced kaf-fee-klatsch BTW. This is a German term for a coffee social gathering place. As such, this establishment offers coffee, but also German baked goods which was the reason for my visit. Kaffeeklatsch represents the only bakery offering German baked goods in Seattle. There are a handful down south, but that means driving all the way to Lakewood at the very least. While there are German baked goods offered, not all of the offerings are of this origin. Cookies, cinnamon rolls and scones are on the menu along with some sandwiches. They share space with German items that I dare not try to spell or pronounce. I decided to pick out German choices specifically. Tried the pretzel ($1.75), a bienenstich ($2.85) and a loaf of hefezopf ($5). The pretzel was soft, but really salty. Did not like it so much. The other two items were much better. The bienenstich is a bar shaped pastry with a vanilla custard filling and almonds on top which is moist and delicious. The hefezopf is a brioche like loaf that is shaped like challah as in braided together. It is great to eat on its own or covered with a favorite jam for breakfast. I like Kaffeeklatsch, but I would like to see a few other German bakery goods on the menu. When I compare it to Vosen's in SLC, I see that there is room to add new things. Particularly in the bread category. Where is the pumpernickel? And adding Berliner donuts could not hurt. This is a coffee place after all. Although I have difficulty pronouncing the name, I am glad to finally see a German bakery in Seattle proper. read more

They have rice and soy milks!!! The people that work here are awesome and the speak in German to each other which I love listening to! The place smells really good, too. There is parking and a great community board. I love the homey vibe that this place has. Yay! read more

I am a newcomer to Lake City and was worried that I would not be able to find fresh roasted coffee beans here since there is not a roaster in the neighborhood. Thankfully, Kaffeeklatsch did not disappoint. While they do not roast the beans in house themselves, they sell beans from a Seattle roaster. True North Coffee Roasters make a special Lake City blend specifically for Kaffeeklatsch. My bag was packaged only 4 days earlier! I also picked up a cinnamon roll while I was there. Amazing. I'm excited for Kaffeeklatsch to be a regular stop for me when I need more beans. I'll probably convince myself to get a pastry again as well. read more