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    Kappa Espresso

    4.7 (62 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Cal C.

    I had to get them quick fix on my way to the airport and based on a quick review I decide to stop by this espresso shop. It's a tiny shop that is visible from the street but unless you know where the park parking can be challenging. You can park up on the hill behind the shop, now in terms of espresso, they serve Ethiopian beans which is just perfect. I happen to see the arrival of fresh beans from Ethiopia on the floor. Too bad they are not selling green beans at this moment. The press is awesome and I can recommend enough how great the shots are. if you need to coffee and you're on the way to SeaTac airport, you owe yourself to check out this place. I will surely come back and probably buy some beans so I can roast on my own.

    We always go local while traveling. We're happy to find this place so close to the airport. Yummy bagels!

    Kappa Espresso is a must-visit for craft coffee lovers. This grab-and-go spot may lack seating, but it makes up for it with exceptional espresso that's rich, bold, and perfectly balanced. You can truly taste the love and attention in every cup, showcasing the barista's dedication to quality. The inviting aroma and bustling atmosphere make it a delightful stop. If you appreciate great coffee, Kappa Espresso bar is worth every drop! Parking sucks a little but some of the nice guys ever! They great you by name and thank you for your business.

    Salted caramel latte made with oat milk
    Kisha Y.

    Very welcoming. Delicious coffee prepared with care. My brother enjoyed so much that we went multiple times and he's a tough coffee critic.

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    Brooke B.

    Phenomenal espresso!!!! Got a cappuccino with almond milk and cinnamon, the espresso was the perfect flavor and perfect foam on the almond milk. Service was also super friendly. Will be back!

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    Ratish K.

    When you are getting out of Seatac airport & looking for coffee, you will be surprised to find Kappa Espresso with the highest rating in the area. When you drive up to the location, you might miss the Coffee shop sign. This is opposite to Key Bank and on the same building which has Seatac Barber and Seatac Bakery. When you enter the small coffee shop, you are welcomed with a smell of grinded coffee smell and a smile & someone who asks your name and asks about your day before asking what you want to have! The bakery goods shelf attracts you instantly! We ordered Coffee Latte and Cappuccino. They had good aroma and seem to have been roasted longer to leave a strong aroma and a slight smoky flavor. We also ordered the Cannoli which is not the Italian version but a flaky pastry filled with not-so-sweet custard which we loved. It had the right sweetness and good flaky-ness. Parking is a nightmare as there is no parking on the street but something on the side which feels like someone's home!

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    2 months ago

    Super nice barista! And very delicious coffee. Definitely will be coming back on my next trip to Seattle.

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    2 months ago

    The smoothest balance of Ethiopian flavors in a cup. The espresso drinks are perfection. Lulu is a talented man for sure!!

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    4 months ago

    Awesome African latte with nutmeg, ginger, and cardamom! Great beans. The guy who runs it is really nice.

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    Most excellent coffee, pastries and customer service. Thank you Brook, what a blessing!

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    2 years ago

    A nice quick stop for a delicious traditional macchiato. Took me back to Addis for a minute

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    3 years ago

    Subpar coffee, not easy to find or park, and the interior was quite rough. Zero seating. Staff was friendly but quiet.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing customer service, okay coffee, hard to park. We would be back if it's near something else we're doing but wouldn't seek it out.

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    Excellent service, excellent coffee and food. Small place with no seating fyi but well worth the stop!

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    4.6
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    1.4 mi
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    On a hot, sunny day around 2:50pm on Friday I decided to make the drive here after suddenly…read moreremembering one of my foodie friends had this place several times during other weekends. I actually had to park behind the building then look at other Yelp reviews to find out that there is parking on gravel near their dumpsters closest to LaShaun Daye Hair. Though I don't know if the parking lot where this building and E Marginal Way meet can also be used...street parking in this area was scarce, contrary to most Yelp reviews I've read. Anyway, I came to an empty but very chill interior with several tables and window seating, along with some semi-quiet VPop playing near the front counter to the right-hand side of the entrance. There's a small flower display along with the cafe logo a little to the back which is perfect to take photo ops with your drink and food like I did. The menu is above the front counter and - as their logo says - they specialize in banh mi and coffee, though they have some matcha and soup options among others. Staff at the front were very quick at making my coffee as I was the only one inside. I got their 16oz egg coffee, which is one of their best sellers according to the asterisk on their menu next to the name of the drink. Very strong phin-dripped Vietnamese coffee along with condensed milk and an egg foam that gave a sweet, creamy taste to the already bitter coffee at the bottom. Drinking the egg foam first, it's a nice, thick custard-like format that the coffee does not overtake, which is good since other places I've had don't have that kind of balance. My next trip back here will have to be for another one of their coffee drinks and their banh mi sandwiches as well. I can already hear my friend telling me to get one right now as I'm writing this up!

    I come here pretty often when I'm craving a quick bánh mì and Vietnamese coffee, and they never…read moremiss. One thing I really appreciate is the consistency every visit is just as good as the last, which makes it such a reliable go to when I don't want to think too hard about where to eat. The bánh mì is always fresh with a good balance of flavors. When they first opened the coffee was kinda lackin but recently I tried it again and the Vietnamese coffee hits every time strong, smooth, and exactly what I need. It's also a really cute spot with a welcoming vibe, and the staff are always friendly and efficient, which makes the whole experience even better. Simple, dependable, and always satisfying definitely one of my regular stops.

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    Urban Roast

    Urban Roast

    3.7
    (21 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    Was looking for a coffee place in Tukwila, as we had a lunch meeting later in the day. Stumbled…read moreonto this place, with very high ratings, but had never been there before. From the moment we walked in, and we're greeted by a very friendly JoJo, who is an amazing human being, and an awesome barista. it was a very positive experience I'm not usually a fan of Ethiopian coffee, but whatever they do here, made it the "nectar of the gods". This was an amazing cuppa coffee (Americano). I went back to try a shot of espresso, just to see what the difference was with cream and just straight espresso by itself. The espresso shot was really good. From an ambience perspective, it's very industrial, contemporary. It is in the lobby of the interurban hotel, and there is a fair amount of traffic that comes and goes through the coffee shop. So, if you're in the area of the Southcenter / Tukwila/ airport, and want a quality coffee shop, that's relatively easy to get in and out of, with a good amount of parking, stop by this place. JoJo will take very good care of you. Looking forward to my next visit. Thanks for making it an awesome day.

    Jojo is by far the best thing about this place, she was the sweetest and most hardworking…read moreindividual I've ever met. She deserves a promotion/raise. She made my drink perfectly as I expected, and fast too! Inside was nice as well, kept very clean and organized. Had an awesome time inside.

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    Hmmm... I suspect these are for those who cannot sleep, you can go and count some sheep.

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    Boon Boona Coffee

    Boon Boona Coffee

    4.3
    (440 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    I've been going to Boon Boona on & off for years at this point and have happily seen them try new…read morelayouts, new breakfast sandwich options, new faces come and go but one thing stays the same - the vibe. The vibe of this place and the people that make it happen every morning are world class. Life situations kept me from making my way to the shop for a year or so, but when I walked in I was greeted with a smile and a "it's been a while!" The coffee is reasonably priced and imo - best in the area. It's consistent and while I'm a sucker for the 12oz cold brew - I've gone off script a few times and have always been pleased. I've got family that comes into town fairly often, and almost every morning they ask to go because they think about it when they're at home in Chicago. There's plenty of seating, tho it's sometimes so bumping (because it's a great spot!) it can be hit or miss if you can stick around and enjoy the vibe. But generally I've had good luck over the years setting up at a table and chatting with friends & fam before a hike, enjoying the morning with my pup doing some socialization training or throwing a few emails around to my corporate overlords. I've seen ads for their evening events and have been wanting to make it to one, but I always seem to see the poster days or weeks after the event! Poetry nights in a space like boon boona seem like an unbeatable vibe, hope to notice & get to one soon. *Parking is also not hard to find at all. There's a free garage down the street at the transit center that is never full, and tons of street parking*

    Boon Boona Coffee was a great experience! The baristas were very helpful in giving advice for beans…read moreto take home. We ended up purchasing two whole bean bags. They had the classic espresso selections along with seasonal flavors. My latte was perfect! There was plenty of seating available inside. You can also see the roasting machine in the coffee shop. Parking was difficult to find, so be ready to walk a bit to get to this coffee shop.

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