George Coffee was a great little stop near the UE campus. The café has a relaxed, welcoming…read moreatmosphere that makes it an easy place to take a break, whether you're studying, catching up with friends, or just exploring the area. I ordered a chai and a raspberry croissant, and both were a great pairing. The raspberry croissant was a standout--the layers were flaky and buttery, with a bright raspberry filling that added a nice balance of sweetness and tartness. If you're near the University of Washington campus and looking for a quality coffee shop with good pastries and a relaxed vibe, George Cafe is definitely worth stopping by!

EASILY the best pastries in the area. Flaky, stick to your…read morefingers, warm goodness. Coffee was a little rushed today on presentation but the flavor was solid. Small but decadent interior.

Although not pictured, I did infact get am opera cake from here. It was delicious and shareable…read more Depending on your sweet tooth and portion size. I say modestly it can be shared between 2-4 people. The cake was light, with a smooth consistency. Chocolate is not too rich because I have a sneeze indicator. The higher the percentage in dark chocolate the higher the likelihood I am to sneeze. I was just on the verge and typically happens somewhere between 70% and above. Anyways I recommend coming here and trying their offerings. I was eyeing a pistachio croissant they have so I might be back again to try that. Aside from that, service wise I had no complaints. Parking can get tricky since it's just street parking.

Nice location and beautiful interior…read more They don't answer their phone. I've tried different days and times, but nothing. If I asked why, they might say, "Oh, we're very sorry, but we're too busy to answer." As every business seems to do these days. But I'm busy too, and a phone call saves me an unnecessary trip when they are out of what I'm looking for. Oh well, I guess!

Came here on a Thursday shortly after they open at 8am to have breakfast and work for an hour or…read moreso. It was already busy! Note they have a sign that says No Laptops Fri -Sun. I got an oat milk latte and their breakfast sandwich (added bacon) . The sandwich lived up to the hype though it was slightly smaller than i originally imagined. The latte was average. Service was average too! All around fun and lively space. Good food/drink, yummy looking pastries. Worth coming to if you're in the area!

Volunteer Park Cafe is a solid casual stop, especially if you're in the mood for a well-executed…read morebreakfast sandwich. The lemon creamsicle spritz was also super refreshing, especially on a warm day. The rotating staff managing the line made things occasionally feel chaotic and communication wasn't always seamless. Overall, it's still an easy go-to for a relaxed bite near the park, just with a bit of operational polish needed up front.

Visiting from CA, this was brief walk down the street from where I was staying. The cold wind and…read moregrey skies made everything on the menu pop out as comforting and delicious and the staff was friendly and patient while I looked at their display of baked goods and finally decided on the ham biscuit. It's a decent amount of biscuit with large chunks of ham and there plenty of seating to relax and enjoy the morning that isn't hustle and bustling like in downtown. I walked further to the metro bus stop down the street and was tempted to check the local dispensary on the next block but ran out of time. Will come back with friends, plenty of coffee dates and conversation were happening within but this solo adventure was just as enjoyable.

Sometimes I come here while my car is across the street in the shop…read more I have always thought that their food items were HELLU overpriced. Their breakfast sandwich is literally $13 for a $5 sandwich. Today I had a simple drip coffee. This was $5.77 Then, you notice a jar for tips, and it has a sign that says, "You have already tipped, but jar is for more tips if you want to" So, yeah.... This means already damn expensive items having tipping built on top of the pricing, and the biggest issue is that you are tipping without your own choice, AND it is done before you have even received ANY service. Wait a minute.. there actually IS NO SERVICE. You order at counter. You operate the card reader yourself. The woman behind counter lifts a coffee pot, and pours it into your cup. That is literally all she does. Then you... go to the other counter to add your own cream. Nobody has come to my table to ask me if I want anything else, or how is everything, etc. Don't correct to clear your own table, because they have it set up for you to do that to. I forgot to mention the creamer was spoiled, so the coffee was not drinkable.

I love this place, great atmosphere and service!! I get the rolled icecream and it's so so good!…read more1000000% recommend

great service, open late. delicious food and ice cream. amazing and cute atmosphere! I highly…read morerecommend!

Cardoon has the perfect cozy atmosphere for an intimate date with interesting flavours! But for a…read morepicky eater like me, the bold spices are a little too much. I was so excited to try the lava cookie as a lover or all things chocolate, but wasn't a huge fan of the cardamom. I think the pungent flavour definitely added a unique juxtaposition to the rich chocolate, but to me it was too reminiscent of taking the wrong bite of biryani and having to spit out a mouthful of spices. Thankfully my date had no such qualms and loved finishing my cookie for me! The crunchy crisp was his favourite part and he cleared the plate. My mocha was exceptional though, I loved the creamy texture of the milk and how perfectly the chocolate was incorporated into the drink! It was perfect until the last drop. My date also loved his latte and practically chugged the whole thing down! As a lover of Pokemon I especially adored all the decor, it was so cool seeing all the fun Pokemon cards and I just love the fun vibes and atmosphere of this spot!

Really cute cafe in Ballard with relatively easy street parking. The space is quite small, but cozy…read moreand there's a bit of outdoor space as well. I got the egg sandwich and a chai. Both were ready pretty quickly. The chai was spicy and not too sweet which I really liked. The egg sandwich was yummy too. Thick egg filling, with the chili sauce went well together. Pickles were a little too salty for me especially just to eat on the side. I guess you could put it inside the sandwich? But still, quite salty. Service was super friendly and welcoming, would definitely come again to try more of their seasonal drinks and food. A cocktail here sounds interesting as well!

I recently visited this neighborhood coffee shop and liked it. Very clean, at a busy crossroads but…read morequiet inside, great to work, read, and/or people watch. They have seats outside where some people were working on their computers. The barista was chatting with a local coffee enthusiast mostly but served my order pretty fast. I got a latte in my mug so no pictures of it. I also got a lemon oil cake that was nice. I'll be back.

The coffee here was good I just wish that they offered almond milk! They did have a few non dairy…read moremilk options (oat and soy) which I was grateful for.

A very cute lowkey bakery with some of the tastiest baked goods…read more We tried the savory scone, pistachio croissant and the triple chocolate mousse cake. Omg, every single baked food we tried was insanely tasty. The standout was definitely the pistachio croissant! Loved the filling the super crumbly texture. The mousse cake was sooooooo indulgent and the scone had a great flavor, although they should cut down on the baking soda a bit. We also tried their Cortado and caramel latte. The ambience is a bit basic, but who cares when the food is soooo good.

I stopped by Petit Pierre Bakery one morning with some friends because they were craving pastries…read moreand wanted to try a new spot. As soon as you walk in, you'll notice there's a huge selection to choose from, which made it hard to decide! I ordered the savory chorizo croissant, while my friends got a blueberry pastry and another sweet croissant. I tried some of theirs, and both had just the right amount of subtle sweetness, they were really delicious. My chorizo croissant had great flavor too, but it wasn't warmed up. I understand the pastries sit out for a while, but I wasn't asked if I wanted it heated, so I ended up eating it cold. Even so, I still enjoyed it. I was still a little hungry, so I went back and ordered a ham and cheese croissant, this time asking for it to be warmed. It was simple but tasty, although the inside was still a bit below lukewarm. Not a big deal, just something I noticed. Overall, I enjoyed the bakery, especially the variety of pastries and the cozy atmosphere. If you're nearby in Magnolia, it's definitely worth stopping by and checking it out!