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    Kitanda Espresso & Açai

    4.2 (93 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Richy O.

    Delicious food! I would recommend the chicken cone (coxinha), that was my fav! The pao de queso was not that great. The service was great and the place is nice just gotta find parking. Clean place inside.

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    Anna C.

    I used to come a lot during college, but have since stopped, and decided to give it another shot. Got the energy blast açaí bowl and it was pretty good. I definitely think it's best when frozen, but mine was quite melted even though I just got given my order. I enjoyed the granola the most since the fruit didn't seem the best. I'd say this original size is quite a lot and is good for sharing. Having good memories of this spot and thinking it was the best açaí, I've now concluded that it's good but there's probably better else where.

    Bacon, Egg and Cheese (B.E.C) Egg, Spinach and Cheese (E.S.C)
    Georgina N.

    As someone with celiac I love these sandwiches!! So tasty and surprisingly filling. The service is always good, it can be pretty crowded from 10am-11am. There is lots of seating and is a chill shot to stop into. The food can take a while to be ready but there is ushally only one or two people working. Imo tho the coffee SUCKSSSS, like so ass I would not buy the coffee here.

    Food options. And they have Acai bowls.
    Natalie G.

    I got a coffee and an Acai bowl. The Acai bowl was yummy, with fresh fruit and granola on the one I got. The coffee was strong and had a good flavor. This place is on the first floor of what I think is an apartment complex so it's a little tucked away and parking in the area may be hard to find. I walked here while getting my car serviced nearby. If there's a line I think servie would be slow, as there was only one person working. So if you're in a hurry I wouldn't say this is going to be fast.

    Nutella katinda bread sandwich
    Nishika T.

    I was actually waiting at the nearby Toyota while servicing my car before I found this place. It was the best option nearby and I wasn't expecting much but I feel like I found a little treasure! This was my first time having all the things I have ordered but her are my first time ratings! Nutella katinda bread sandwich: (5 star!) All I have to say is I wish I ordered more types of katinda bread sandwiches! Fresca acia bowl: (3.5) I rally wish I had received more toppings. It was topped w it j condensed milk and fresh coconut but there just wasn't enough!! Brazilian latte: (4 star) I'm not much of a coffee person so my rating shouldn't mean too much. But the coffee was good, don't remember it that much but I know I had no complaints.

    Huong L.

    I'm pretty particular about my acai bowl because I have a favorite spot in Kirkland and I always compare other places to that place. Hearing about kitanda many times and actually trying their yummy cheesy bread before, I decided to try their acai bowl. I just got the traditional bowl which comes with bananas and granola. They are all pretty standard tasting, nothing mind blowing. I like that you can leave them in freezer for a few hours and it taste delicious. I think it's on the pricier end for an acai bowl but it is still good. Overall, glad I tried it but not something I would rave about.

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    Lynn M.

    Love the healthier breakfast bowls and coffee drinks. The coffee is unbelievable smooth and delicious. The service style isn't overly friendly or overly efficient but it is still good. I usually order from the Joe app and pick up 10-15 mins late. They still wait to make it when I get there, so if your in a rush this is not your spot. I enjoy all of the Brazilian foods and drinks, I always start planning a vacation while waiting.

    Traditional acai
    Taylor R.

    To be honest, So Cal has the best Acai bowls so this is nothing in comparison. Overall it was lackluster. The acai mix itself was awesome--almost too much sugar though like it was premade? Even if they do fresh blend, that's what it tasted like. Bananas were fresh. Granola tasted like stale Nature Valley bar. They have other toppings, but they up the price on an already expensive Acai bowl for what little you get. I'll be continuing my search for a decent Acai bowl in the greater Seattle area!

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    Tai D.

    I love acai bowls and Kitanda has been one of my favorite places to go even waaaaaaay back in the day when acai bowl places were far and few. I usually just get the Traditional bowl, but I switched it up and got the Louco bowl (nuts and peanut butter galore). I think the best bowls are more "fruity" that "nutty", but just my preference! They use Sambazon Acai puree packs which is my favorite to use at home (can be found in shop as well). A must try is the "cheesy bread" which come in small and regular sizes. You can also buy some frozen bread to make at home (delicious fresh out of the oven).

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    Hello Cody ! Thank you for your support! It means a lot.

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    It was good and quick. Would recommend getting the large vs small as the small is good for a quick snack.

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    I love going to Kitanda for coffee and cheese bread when I'm feeling homesick. I love trying their seasonal lattes.

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    I've been here twice for breakfast, specifically for the acai bowl. Bowls and coffe drinks are tasty but prices are crazy high.

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