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    Midtown Espresso

    4.3 (95 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 12:30 pm

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    Em B.

    Quick, inexpensive average breakfast. We were getting ready to fly home that afternoon and this cafe was across the street from the hotel we stayed at so the close proximity was appealing. The breakfast was lacking however. The actual cafe was very cute and homey. The gal running it was nice enough and let me select my tea of choice from some boxes that were on display. For $12.95, I got their 2 egg breakfast with toast and bacon and it was similar to something one can make at home or find at a convenience store. My eggs were a bit overdone and the bacon was microwaveable bacon. Toast was the best part I suppose. The hubby concurred. But the breakfast served as a filler and kept me full until I got to the airport for lunch later that day. 3 stars.

    Bacon egg and cheese sandwich with English muffin
    Joseph R.

    I decided to have breakfast here and honestly wasn't expecting much, I do apologize for the honesty, but to my surprise it was quite nice from the food to the interior as well. The lady that helped me was pretty straightforward with everything and she seemed to be very quick at her job, which fits the place well. Overall the food in honesty was above average and I also forgot to enjoy my meal with ketchup, which would have elevated it for sure. Would try again.

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    FREDA G.

    Cute little coffee shop that also serves food for a quick bite. We came in for breakfast and ordered lattes a breakfast late and a bagel. There was only 1 person working at the time and she provided great service. She took our orders, made us our lattes and then cooked up our breakfast and served us all pretty quickly too. The food was simple but it hit the spot. It was just what we needed to start off our day.

    Veggie breakfast sandwich with tomato, avocado, spinach, and eggs.

    Cute little neighborhood gem right next to our Airbnb. Service and food were excellent. I ordered a latte and veggie breakfast sandwich. Delicious!

    Creepy face inside a heart..... Latte art....
    Lauren S.

    Cute little cafe rightttt across from Top Pot (took all I had not to cross the street). I saw that it had great reviews, so I was pretty excited! So far, I just feel pretty "meh" about this place. I ordered an organic green tea latte and the first half of the drink was pretty good. Once I got about halfway through, all the matcha flavor disappeared and I was just drinking steamed milk... I'm not sure if they didn't stir it well or what, but I couldn't handle just drinking steamed milk. Bleck. It's a really cute place (very tiny) and the owner and his employee that was there was super nice. I'm interested in coming back for their breakfast sandwich or omelette options - and to give them a second chance on the drink.

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    John Raymond S.

    The food was amazing and the service was really prompt! The ambiance was very chill. This is a really great breakfast place.

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    I ordered a latte and a breakfast sandwich which were both delicious! Quaint little coffee shop, great for a quick bite.

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    This place is a joke. No ice for ice latte and literally comes with 0 food for 23$. Avoid this place.

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    One of the best chai tea lattes I've ever had. The service was lovely and very quick as well.

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    Stopped here on our way to walk around the city. Very nice woman working here. Food came out very fast and was delicious!

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    Real whipped cream. That's all you need to know. Oh, and the road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom.- Blake

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    The coffee was okay but the food was terrible. I kept hearing the microwave and the food tasted like it was all cooked in the there.

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    Great little coffee shop right on 5th Street!! Excellent Americano and breakfast sandwiches.

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    Great little place for breakfast - bagel egg and cheese was great, along with good coffee and quick, friendly service.

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    Un Bien

    Un Bien

    4.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$

    tl;dr the juicy Caribbean pork sandwiches at this revived Seattle mini-chain live up to the…read morelegendary hype Un Bien is arguably Seattle's most popular sandwich joint, and its dramatic history begins with Cuban chef Lorenzo Lorenzo and his initial shop, Paseo. Lorenzo opened Paseo in 1994, where his popular Cuban roast pork sandwiches were regarded as among the best in the country. After years of local expansion, Paseo abruptly filed for bankruptcy in 2014. The brand was subsequently bought out by a local entrepreneur, but the sale did not include Paseo's secret recipes (the reboot attempted to reverse engineer the sandwiches with varying success). So, in 2015, Lorenzo's sons revived Paseo under a new name, Un Bien, armed with their father's original recipes. Nowadays, Un Bien is generally regarded as superior to Paseo, and you can grab their Caribbean sandos at one of the three locations across Seattle. You can't miss the pastel pink-and-teal palette of the original shack on an otherwise drab block of Ballard. As you approach the wooden window, you are greeted by the aroma of sauteed meats and veggies. Communal laquered wood benches are lined up underneath a covered pergola. Fifties hits ring respectfully around the kitchen. My partner and I visited for late weekday lunch, and we ordered immediately. We opted to focus on the signature pork shoulder, so we split the #1 Caribbean Roast and #2 The Press. Across both sandwiches, we were impressed by the tender pork, rich onions, lemon-forward aioli, and marinade-soaked baguette. The standard roast pork sandwich added on pickled jalapenos and crisp romaine, culminating in a dynamic flavor that accentuated the meat. Meanwhile, The Press featured tart banana peppers, smoked ham, and melty Swiss, amping up the sweet and savory flavors alike; we agreed that this extra-messy sandwich just edged out the standard version. Our order took just minutes to be prepared, and the bill just topped $30. Despite the fanfare, I still found myself surprised by just how satisfying Un Bien's sandwiches turned out to be. Across all the food I ate in Seattle, only these pork sandwiches would be worth a return visit, even if I had to venture out of my way.

    Messy, pricey, totally overrated…read more My family and I visited Un Bien and arrived approximately 45 minutes before closing. We ordered promptly, but were told we would only have about 10 minutes to use the seating area before it closed. When we asked for clarification because the restaurant was advertised as being open until 9:00 PM, staff confirmed they were open until then but said the seating area would close earlier anyway. After receiving our food, we were told not to sit down and were asked to leave the seating area altogether. The interaction felt abrupt and discourteous, especially given that we had arrived well before closing and had purchased food with the expectation that we could eat on-site. The food itself was average, but the poor customer service and inconsistent messaging about seating left a much stronger impression than the meal. There are other better places. Skip.

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    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    4.2
    (1.7k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Really good sandwiches and awesome staff. Love going there especially when I'm sick to get the…read moregrilled cheese and tomato soup. Reminds me of being home and sick and of family. Very hard for a restaurant to be able to do that. I'm grateful it does. I thank the loving staff for enjoying what they do and not bringing negativity to work as you can tell when you're there that everyone is excited to be there. It shows on how everything is done!

    I've been wanting to go here for a while, but I was living far away for the past 6 years. I heard…read moreit closed down due to poor management and reopened. Finally moved back and got to try it. I've had my eyes on the Fast Eddie ever since I heard about this place because it was one of the most recommended sandwiches. The ambiance was alright. Pretty dark imo but maybe because it was just after Christmas and they had their holiday decor up. Also the bar area was closed. I was a bit confused on where to order until I realized there were kiosks by the front counter. It would've been nice if one of the workers actually had said something to me. Anyway, onto the food. I got the Fast Eddie with fries and it was alright. The meat was bit dry. Yes there was the au jus to dip in and it helped quite a bit, but all the flavors just didn't mesh. It was basically an ordinary french dip. The fries were okay, but the jalapeno aioli was great! That made everything better, but not enough to save the sandwich. Not sure if I would come back, but I would definitely try a different sandwich. One that caters more to my taste buds

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    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    4.4
    (45 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I am a bit torn on Big Mike's. While they serve up a great sandwich, I don't know that it's a…read moremust-visit. Located in the Seattle Center Armory, along with many other food vendors, Big Mike's Sandwich Company is serving up huge cheesesteaks, chopped cheese, and other East Coast-style subs. For $25, I picked up the cheesesteak and fries combo. Not a terrible price for the portion. Waited about 10-15 minutes for the sandwich to come out. You order on a tablet here, and then they call your name. It's a small storefront, so you really have to stay nearby to hear your name being called in the large space that is the Armory. Not much interaction with staff. Plenty of seating throughout the Armory, though shared with other restaurants. The food came out piping hot. Obviously, they cook everything fresh to order because the inside of the fries was like lava. The fries were thick-cut and seasoned to perfection. The sandwich was good. I thought some pieces of the steak were a bit tough, and the roll seemed a bit over-steamed or possibly stale. A good sandwich and decent portion, nonetheless. I'm still going 5 stars here. I think Big Mike's is a great choice if you want a hearty, meat-filled sandwich and you happen to be in the area. However, I think you could be happy with another dining option in the Armory, too. My kids loved the MOD Pizza nearby. While there isn't anything wildly unique going on at Big Mike's, they are still pushing out great sandwiches at reasonable prices with a no-frills ordering process.

    We needed somewhere quickly and this place fit the bill. The Philly cheesesteak was very tasty and…read moreso were the steak fries. Both were piping hot. The workers looked mean, scary, and looked like they wanted to hurt us. Get someone friendly in there and you'll get higher stars in the review

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    Salumi

    Salumi

    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    I am glad my brother found this spot for lunch within walking distance of our stay. It is so cute…read moreand quant. The place is simple and clean. I ordered the caprese sandwich and my brother got the porchetta sandwich. The bread is crispy but soft on the inside. I saw the guy cutting up the tomato as we sat to wait for our sandwiches. You order at the kiosk and then sit to eat. The ingredients are super fresh and worth waiting for the sandwich.

    Salumi is a solid sandwich shop in the heart of downtown and a convenient stop if you're exploring…read morethe nearby stadiums and attractions. We ordered the Meatball Sub and Eggplant Sub with marinara sauce. Both sandwiches were flavorful and satisfying. The meatball sub was hearty and comforting, while the eggplant sub had a rich marinara sauce that worked well with the sandwich. We were especially disappointed that the Cubano was sold out, as it was one of the main reasons we stopped by. The only drawback was the price--at around $20 per sandwich, it felt a bit expensive for what you get, especially considering it was just a 6-inch sub, even though the quality was good. We visited during a FIFA World Cup match, so the line was quite long, but it moved steadily and efficiently. No complaints there. The atmosphere is casual and straightforward, with indoor seating only. Its downtown location near the stadiums makes it a convenient spot for a quick meal before or after an event. Overall, a good sandwich shop with quality food, though the pricing keeps it from being a must-visit. I'd still come back to finally try that Cubano.

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    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    4.2
    (512 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Revisited Dingfelder's and sampled a bunch more items off their menu. They just hit it out of the…read morepark so consistently and I love bringing friends to blow their socks off. Bonus: this spot is kosher! Potato Latkes (5/5): These latkes are thick boys and fried up so they're piping hot when they hit the table. Because of their size, you really get the contrast of the hard crunch on the outside with super fluffy potato inside. So good we immediately turned around and ordered more. Chocolate Babka (2/5): This was truly the only miss I've had here. Unfortunately, the babka just really dries out after it's been sliced, which is a shame because it's just gorgeous with generous swirls of chocolate inside. Reuben (5/5): I really thought their pastrami couldn't be beat, but the brisket is dare I say better? Just as tender and feels a bit less fatty, so it's a little more crushable. Tip: go for the seeded rye over the marbled rye; something about the marbled rye just falls apart a bit more with the juices of the meat, though it's still delicious! Black & White Cookies (4/5): I expected this to be cloyingly sweet, but this was actually scrumptious with some fresh lemon flavor in the cookie itself. Absolutely massive as well.

    Hey you! Have you ever eaten one of those giant pastrami sandwiches at Katz' Deli in Manhattan and…read morethought, "This is amazing!" Do you happen to live in Washington and miss said pastrami sando? My friend, I have good news for you. Dingfelder's pastrami is a dead ringer for that sandwich: huge slices of melt-in-your-mouth pastrami, regular and half sour pickles, and all the other accoutrements you'd expect from a legit Jewish deli. This place doesn't screw around. If you want a great, hearty, flavor-packed sandwich, this is one of the best places to throw your money. But, as others have pointed out, it's no cheap date: expect to pay over $20 for one of those mighty pastrami sandwiches. This isn't Subway so you're not saving money by eating here, but after one bite of their pastrami you'll understand why you're paying so much. Quality isn't cheap. I'd say this place is tied with Tat's Deli for the best sandwiches in Seattle.

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    Pastrami w/mustard on marbled rye (1/6/25)
    Pastrami w/mustard on marbled rye (1/6/25)
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