Really great atmosphere, nice place to work or study. I got an iced oat milk matcha with classic…read moresweetener. Sweetness level was great the matcha flavor was uniquely floral! Second time here! Spendy but worth it if you hangout onsite.

Black seasame lattle is good friendly and professional…read morebarista good vibe and location

Drinks - tons of options but i got the ube coconut thai tea. it comes layered and you def need to…read moremix it all up to get the best flavors. the coconut juice adds a nice sweetness to it, but my husband hates coconut so he did not like that part. the ube was not too sweet. the foam is a good consistency. Service - quick & friendly. Ambiance - very cutesy for all the socials. no seating indoors though, plenty of outdoor spots.

Honestly the parking situation confused me a bit. I ended up parking at the mall and walking over…read more There is a 15-minute loading zone right in front of the store, but I wasn't sure if there was dedicated parking nearby. There's also no seating inside the shop, but they do have some outdoor seating available. I ordered the Thai green tea with less sweet, added ube + Thai tea soft serve, and a waffle on top. The Thai green tea itself was actually really good -- super floral, creamy, and milky. The sweetness reminded me of sweetened condensed milk, which worked really well with the tea flavor. The part I didn't really enjoy was the ube soft serve. Something about the flavor tasted a little off to me, and once it melted into the drink, everything became much sweeter than I wanted. The waffle was also VERY sweet with a strong coconut flavor. Overall, I did enjoy the actual Thai green tea drink a lot, so I'd probably come back for that alone. Next time I'd skip the soft serve and waffle and just keep it simple.

Second times that the staff forgot add the toppings for my drink. The topping is not cheap.read more

Can sometimes be a long wait, but totally worth it…read more The ambiance is cute, and all of their drinks are consistently good every single time. You can smell the tea the moment you walk in, which says a lot about the quality. I also love that their drinks are not overly sweet, which is perfect for me. Even when ordering low ice or no ice, the cup is still fully filled, which I really appreciate. Hands down my favorite milk tea spot in the greater Seattle area.

The coffee is amazing!!! All the staff are super friendly. Love how all of the beverages are…read moreuniquely crafted from around the world.

I know, I know . . . came here and didn't try the coffee. Fail! I got a spinach pastry instead and…read moreit was very good! Fluffy bread with a good amount of spinach! Love the fact that there is validated parking underneath with high tech license plate sensors so that you don't have to dig out your license info! It was pretty crowded in there with a lot of people sitting and working on their laptops so it may be hard to grab a seat or meet people here for a coffee date. There is a park nearby for you to sit and sip and people watch though!

I was in the area for a doctor's appointment and needed a quick coffee fix. When a spot popped up…read moreon Yelp with some great photos, I figured I'd give it a try. Parking ended up being a bit of a walk, which had me second-guessing the decision at first--but I'm glad I stuck with it. The moment I walked in, the space felt thoughtfully designed. The flow of the café is one of the best I've experienced--open, comfortable, and easy to navigate. As soon as the door opened, the barista greeted me right away. The counter is positioned close enough that you don't feel awkward hovering like in some cafés where the bar feels miles away. It immediately felt welcoming. I visited on a weekend during a slower period, but since the café sits right next to a college, I can imagine the line spilling out the door during peak hours. At quieter times though, the layout works well--there's enough space for a couple people to wait without crowding the entrance. I ordered a cortado and an almond croissant. The croissant came warmed, and the texture was spot on: fluffy, layered, and not overly greasy. The almond filling had a really nice balance--nutty with just enough sweetness and a hint of salt to round it out. I was told the pastries are made in-house, and it definitely shows. It tasted like something made with care. The cortado itself was solid--pretty classic, nothing overly fancy. One thoughtful touch I appreciated was that it came with sparkling water, which was great for cleansing the palate. The space itself is fairly spacious and works well if you want a quiet moment to sip your coffee. That said, most of the seating is high stools, so it doesn't really feel like the type of place to settle in and study for hours. Overall, I really enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and quality of the food. The one thing that caught me off guard was the price of the croissant at $6.50. It tasted great and I understand prices in this area tend to run higher, especially for house-made pastries--but it's a bit outside what I'd usually spend. So while I definitely think it's good, it might not become a regular stop for me simply due to location and budget. Still, a great find and a pleasant surprise during a routine coffee run. Staff & Service: Environment: Food & Beverage:

Parking was easy and big lot. I ordered and got my drink in 5 minutes or less. Seating in the…read moreshared building area was plentiful. Saturday morning has lots of friend gatherings of 2-4 people. Relaxed atmosphere! Convenient location to get on 2 different highways!

Wow! After years and years Mercurys is still one of my favorite coffee shops! Their Bellevue…read morelocation is honestly just the best! We had the lovely opportunity to do a field trip here with our homeschool group and the experience couldn't have been better! Daphne from HR was the sweetest and wonderful to set everything up with! Bakery manager Erika who gave our tour was also super kind and was so wonderful with all the kids questions! Saul, kitchen manager, Abel, assistant roaster, and Philip, director of coffee were all so incredibly kind and passionate about their jobs! Honestly just the coolest to see and have explained the behind operations of the business! Thank you so so much to everyone who made the experience so wonderful! Moving on to food and drinks.... Have you ever have a sandwich so good that it's literally engrained in your brain? Well their chipotle chicken panini is literally that. Perfect spicy, creamy, bready combination. Paired with the option of chips or salad the meal was absolutely perfect. The carrot ginger juice and coffee were both scrumptious! I also definitely reccomend any of their cheesy bacon, ham, or turkey croissants! Honestly any of their baked goods are so fantastic lol, definitely try out the cinnamon rolls! Such a fantastic experience! Mercurys is such a fun place with so many yummy options and the best employees! A great spot for everyone!

Still obsessed with this place, it seriously never misses. The Afterglow (no cream, no whip) has…read morebeen our go-to since day one, and we can't come without getting the overnight oats and everything croissant too. Always fresh, always so good. Service is consistently quick and super friendly, and the vibe is just easy and welcoming. One of those spots you can count on every time!

I love this little cafe! The food is tasty AND beautiful (it is a personal pet peeve of mine when…read morefood is cute but bland) Here, you can eat to enjoy with your eyes and taste buds! The cashiers/baristas are always friendly and helpful with suggestions. It seemed to be quite busy when I went both times (weekend afternoon) but was able to find a place to sit.

I came in around 11am on a Thursday and there were a few seats occupied. The brunette woman helping…read moreme at the front was kind and patient while I perused the menu. I settled on the Mt Olympus toast with an extra slice of the PNW since I couldn't make up my mind. I also ordered the Belldens White Mocha, which was not overly sweet surprisingly. As I sat and ate, the place received plenty of customers who also chose to dine-in. Service was great, atmosphere was beautiful. You are expected to bus your own tables, common at small coffee shops. I street parked on the west side of the building, requiring a slight climb up the hill back to my car. It was free though, so no complaints! I would return to "work from home" or if I was in the area and looking for a cute bite. In total I paid $36, not including tip.

Cafe Joy in Bellevue is a cute, eclectic café with fun, slightly random decor like a sheep, Target…read moredog, and Legos. Their specialty drinks are the highlight, with unique options like a sweet corn latte. We tried the coconut and black sesame lattes. Both had strong coffee flavor and leaned a bit bitter, but still good. The strawberry croffle was delicious, and the ham and cheese piadina was solid. Service was quick. Parking is a bit annoying with mostly street options. Overall, a good spot to try something different, but not quite a go to for me.

I recently stopped by Cafe Joy and tried their mango matcha, and it was honestly such a pleasant…read moresurprise. The drink leaned more toward a matcha mango milk tea, which I loved. had that creamy, smooth matcha base with a subtle sweetness from the mango. What really stood out were the small chunks of real mango in the drink. They had a soft, almost jelly-like texture but were actually fresh fruit, which made it feel more refreshing and less artificial compared to typical fruit add-ins. It added a nice burst of flavor and texture in every sip.

Still just as good. And yes, still need $10 boba…read more I got a sample of their tea and it's so good. Reminder to try one of their fruit teas next time!

Chicha truly deserves all its flowers as one of if not the best boba spot in Seattle. I've tried…read moreseveral of their drinks everything from classic milk teas, fruity drinks, and seasonal options and this place is just consistently so good. Tea quality is always top notch and even when there's a massive line, they manager to churn out their drinks within 15 - 20 minutes. My quick tip is if you see a large line in the mall, just order online and swing by 10 - 15 minutes. If you're not sure what to order, grab an oolong or black tea with cream. If you're looking for something without caffeine, the Organic Milk w/ Taro Ball and Paste is absolutely delicious with earthy taro flavor and the toppings were still warm with the cold milk. Seasonal Pineapple Snowy is also literally a Taiwanese pineapple cake in drink form. How did they get crunchies into the drink? Honestly, you can't really go wrong here and when I am craving boba, this is just ol' reliable.

I want to preface this by saying my five star rating is for one drink: Strawberry Hojicha. And it…read moreis, by far, my favorite hojicha in Bellevue. There are 3 cafes I go to on the regular for my hojicha fix: Magic Matcha, Tendon Kohaku, and Bobae in Kirkland. While I enjoy all three, Magic Matcha is my favorite. The roasted tea flavor is strong, they allow me to adjust the sweetness level, and the flavor of the drink is always consistent. I've had issues with Tendon and Bobae either changing up the brand or the roast or adding too much milk on any given day. One of my gfs loves their horchata hojicha so there's that. I tasted it and it was objectively good. I wouldn't get it only because I'm not a huge fan of cinnamon, but if I were, it would be another go-to drink.

Realistically, my review is a high 3 stars, like a 3.7-3.9, and is mostly weighed down by the fact…read morethat the matcha latte was meh. Not awful, not I'll-never-drink-again-bad, but meh. I've been here twice, once a few years ago with my cousins, and another three days ago. The people working were attentive and quick with their service. The ambiance of the place is cute, a lot of pink and green, very instagram-worthy, and I saw a few people with friends or working on their laptop so it seems like a great place vibe-wise. To expand on my matcha critique, I found the color to be a little on the green-yellow side, which isn't the end all- be all quality indicator for matcha, but I find matcha lattes that are more rich in color tend to taste better and this tasted like a matcha drink I could make with costco matcha. I've made some decent lattes with costco matcha but once I switched to the more higher quality ones, well, it sorta refined my tastes. There isn't a lot of parking, and to be fair, a lot of people who are in downtown Bellevue are parked elsewhere else and likely just meander their way to the cafe. However, if you're coming in by car, I'd suggest parking by the apartments nearby, DO NOT park at the Chase Bank lot, even if the bank itself is closed (learned my lesson...). Overall, a 3.7-3.9. Could be better. Maybe with other additives like cold foam or strawberries, the drink is better, but I'm judging based off the basic latte.