Super local spot love the neighborhood feel,food is reasonable and the coffee is lighthouse.roasters, always a good choice. We will be back ! read more

Super cute local spot (sort of) walking distance from Green Lake Park. I got the banana bread iced latte and it wasn't too sweet or cinammon-y. The baristas were are super friendly and nice to chat with in the morning. Seems like a spot that the neighborhood frequents for a quick coffee/breakfast. Very cute/cozy interior. Definitely want to go back and try their cappuccino when I'm in the Green Lake area again. Parking: neighborhood/park parking read more

Well priced coffee with what seems like a rotating selection of food and pastries. Love the vibes of the cafe! It's a nice place to do work with ample seating. The two barista I met were very friendly and quick with pushing drinks out in a timely manner. read more

Visited with a friend for a coffee. This place a top notch team that is focused on service and making good coffee. Customer after customer came in and was greeted with familiarity and kindness. They remembered so many customers it was lovely to see a sense of community there. Inside is cozy and comfortable. The coffee was well made and delicious. read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Brewed coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

While the ambiance is cozy and I appreciate that they display work from local artists, I have had multiple lattes here where the milk was steamed too much and it made the drink taste burnt. They have delicious baked goods and treats with friendly and professional baristas, I just wish the lattes tasted better. read more

Dani was the most kind and friendly barista! Came here for the first time looking for an Italian soda, but even though they were missing some ingredients, the drink turned out delicious! Great breakfast sandwich specials and quite cozy space in the morning. read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This was a lovely little community spot. There was a very warm and friendly vibe here. The staff seemed to know a lot of patrons by name and it was a dog friendly spot with both inside and outside seating options. The drinks and food were good too. Very cute cafe! read more

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Interesting spot! I've driven by this place a hundred times and never knew it was here. Coffee was good, and they have lots of pastries and baked goods as well as other kinds of food as well. Ambiance was clean and fairly basic. I loved the retro dining chairs, brought me back to my childhood! The barista was very pleasant and he ran everything as smooth as silk. Good experience. read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Burnt espresso and blatantly wrong sandwich after being rudely rushed while ordering. Will not return, glad others have had better experiences read more

The coffee here is decent and reasonably priced compared to other cafes. I had a flat white, which wasn't as strong as I prefer, but it was okay. NOTE: The cafe was quite crowded, so if you're looking for a spot to sit and enjoy your drink, this might not be the best choice. I might not return. read more

What a special little place so full of character and charm! Coffee was much needed and just the perfect temperature for instant sipping. You can taste the love from the breakfast sandwiches! Thank you thank you! Sending Birthday love to you! Love from Shorty & gang read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Coffee & Cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went here twice and would return next time I'm in town! Street parking was relatively easy to find but I believe some areas had 2 hour parking limit. Fun to see photos and art throughout the space! Indoor and outdoor seating. Staff was mostly friendly and knowledgeable of the offerings. I got the "blendy" which I thought would have a smooth texture but it's more like crushed ice, milk and coffee. The ice chunks were mostly too big and chunky to fit through the straw until they melted which watered down the drink. The vegan chocolate berry muffin was sooooo good! Loved that it wasn't overly sweet. I didn't noticed if the taste was "vegan." I'm not vegan but it was super delicious and I would definitely get it again. Appreciated that there were wall plugs and WiFi to do computer work! One bathroom and it was clean. read more

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Lighthouse beans, great baristas, good vibe - what's not to love? There are 4-5 tables, benches and a high top. It's a good date spot, study spot or work for a few hours remote spot. Street parking. read more

So glad I finally tried Monkey Grind. Decadent espresso, wonderful service and vibe in the cafe. I got an extra-ice Oat Honey latte (my go to order anywhere) as well as a bacon/egg/cheese breakfast sandwich. Coffee was perfect, just enough sweetness and the espresso was obviously high quality. 10/10. The breakfast sandwich was delicious too. :) read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Xtra ice oat honey latte, Bacon breakfast sammy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love this place so much! Amazing coffee and great staff. My favorite place in Seattle.

Very cute spot! We stopped in for some chai and London fog tea and both were very yummy. Friendly staff and different grab and go items for lunch. Street parking available and decent prices. read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place was adorable! From the people to the location to the service to the drinks to the price- it was an all-around win for me! My sister and I are new to Seattle and just signed a place in Greenlake, so we were looking for a spot that wasn't too far from where we were living. We found this place on a quick search and headed over for a day of productivity. This spot was located right across from a senior center, and though there were a decent amount of young folks walking in, we noticed a handful of what seemed like elderly regulars coming into the café. The barista was super kind and talkative with her customers, and seemed to have people's regular orders! We got an almond milk hot chocolate and an oat milk chai latte, both of which were delicious and great big sizes for the price! Also of note is that this place is dog friendly and even has a jar of dog treats at the entrance for people to give their dogs! We got to pet so many puppers while we were working all day. The ambience is warm and friendly with yellow accents and cute art in the bathroom, and the barista made sure to stop us on the way out to ask our names, hear about our recent move here, and make us feel super comfortable! For the ambiance, the taste, the environment, and the friendly staff, we will absolutely be back! read more

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Amazing coffee they use Lighthouse Roasters Espresso beans and the oat milk is high quality. They make incredible breakfast sandwiches. Perfect Sunday stop while walking your dogs. Get your morning coffee and a bite to eat to enjoy outside. Thank you Kendra for your hospitality! read more

If you are looking for a good local coffee spot Monkey Grind is the spot to go. Visiting on a trip here and I am pleasantly surprised with how good the drinks and food are. It was walking distance from our place in Greenwood and the service was lovely. I got a a vanilla oat milk latte and it was very tasty with a nice layer of foam, my boyfriend was recommended the Mexican mocha which had cayenne pepper and had a remarkable kick to it that he enjoyed! The egg & bacon Swiss croissant was really yummy and tasted very light. Perfect delight in a bite! Definitely will be here the next time we are visiting in town! :) read more

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Good coffee, solid food offerings, just service was a little slow for such a small place. The baristas were super polite and welcoming; which made waiting definitely more bearable. If you have even 2 people waiting for beverages, it takes up a lot of space. They do have a fun open patio with a large picture window that opens into the cafe space. I ordered the Green Daze smoothie, which was exactly what I wanted, but didnt know I needed. Well blended and naturally sweet. read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Baristas are lovely and the quality of food is excellent. Definitely recommend checking out their wall art as well.

First time coming here last Sunday, Brista was super attentive. Great oatmilk latte. I'll definitely be coming back!

The barista (man with scruffy face) this morning was rude to me. At first, I didn't really think much of it. But as I sat and had my coffee with my friend, I noticed how nice he was to other customers. Was this a microaggression because of my race (or some other identity)? Possibly, but it's always hard to know for certain. But encountering these for a lifetime, anyone from a marginalized group know how it goes beyond simple rudeness. Ultimately, the impact was that I felt unwelcomed and bummed out about it. I hate that I even have to spend energy on this and write about it here. I recommend going to Diva espresso on 80th & Greenwood nearby. They're nicer there & coffees are great and they have a good selection of pastries (including a decent vegan option). They are LGBTQ+ friendly too. It's too bad, I would have given this place 5 stars otherwise. Cozy place with retro 70s thermos & plates, great oat milk latte, they use lighthouse roaster beans & have a good selection of macrina baked goods. read more

Great bagel, drip coffee is supreme, nice server, good atmosphere, real chill winston

This is a great coffee shop Coffee and food are super good. Service is amazing. Staff are all kind and helpful. It's a great place to hang out read more

For a coffee shop, and for somebody who typically doesn't drink any coffee I'm giving them five stars for the following: The atmosphere was nice, simple, open, lit, and was good for someone who works in the area. The food seemed simple, clean, and uncomplicated. I liked that they don't feel "generic" or like they want to compete with other shops. What I found most endearing was that they hug nearly 90% of their customers, know them by name, and are genuinely friendly. I think that I would almost take a staroff for lack of good parking nearby, and while it's not a make or break, I think they could improve on table room and add more seating (somehow) I know it's tight. I think that they are doing good things here. They have a nice community board, they have a exceptionally clean bathroom, and the food/drinks are satisfactory/good (from what I tried.) I probably am on the cheap side, but I wish that the portions were bigger for the price. Congrats to the staff here. You impressed me. read more

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I just... *sigh*... don't really know how to articulate my love for this place, so here's a list of top 4 things I love about it: 1) Everyone that works there is SO nice!! Every time I go in it feels like I'm just shootin' the s**t with a buddy. I'm not great at ordering because I change my mind a lot and jumble my words, but they're always so patient with me. No sign of the "I'm cooler than you" rude barista energy here!! 2) The artwork. It's always unique, interesting and fun to look at, and LOCAL. I've gifted stickers made by a local artist to my friends and they loved them, albeit like "...why did you get me a sticker of a chunky dude painted like Winnie the Pooh... whatever, it's dope!" 3) Donuts on Sundays. Nom nom nom. 4) They have apple juice!! Seems odd but I always look forward to getting a little bottle of it every time I go there. I could go on and on about the friendly neighborhood vibe, cute outdoor seating, and good music, but I don't want this to get too long or "fan girly." Thanks, Monkey Grind!! read more

We had cappuccino in the afternoon and OH MY GOODNESS. So good. Giant coffee mugs and very tasty. We came back the next day and had it again! read more

Welcome to your quintessential neighborhood coffee shop. You'll be a regular instantly and look forward to your next visit. All available drinks and food, and just enough tablespace and atmosphere to make you want to stay and set up remote shop. Service with a smile and conversation, if customer flow allows. The walk is worth it. See you tomorrow, if not again later today. read more

Awesome latte - better than most. Cute place too! Plenty of seats and outdoor seats too.

I've been living at my spot in Greenwood for almost 3 years and I've always wanted to try this spot. I'm sure glad I did! It is a female-owned small business with amazing coffee, cute ambiance, and yummy food options. They are open 7 days a week so it's great to stop by or as an every day spot. We got there late so there weren't many pastries left, but the owner told us she generally keeps things pretty stocked. The location is dog friendly so you can bring your furry friend inside with you while you order. There's a small table and chairs for outdoor seating. I ordered one of their smoothies and it tasted delicious. Not too sweet and all blended fresh! My boyfriend got a latte which was also perfect. The service was beyond phenomenal. We can't wait to come back on a Saturday and get sone coffee and sone treats. read more

Delightful. Delicious food, great service, potent coffee. I was in town for a couple of days but had a friendly reception like a local regular customer on both visits. The people behind the counter were welcoming, polite, kind and efficient. We lingered over our coffee, enjoying the artwork and atmosphere. read more

This is my first visit. I'm a bit high maintenance of a client because I have a brain injury. So noise and acti out are a LOT for me. The staff was incredibly supportive to me. She handled me softly and let me move a more comfortable chair outside. The food and drinks was good but the extra touch service will have me back! read more

The owner introduced herself the first visit, super friendly and loved to talk. There was always a place for two people to work on laptops. The vibes were immaculate and the bathrooms were full of beautiful art read more

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Nice neighborhood coffee shop. Cozy on a winter day for a mocha. A few snacks and fun vibes.

They have cortados! (Cuban late) Light on the food menu. Usually 2 sandwiches and 2 burritos offered. read more

In my mind, a good neighborhood coffee shop is a neccesity on par with a roof over one's head or a playlist of adored music. Since moving to the Greenwood area, Monkey Grind has been that place for me. Time after time I stop in for excellent coffee and delightful food offerings and wonderful conversation with the baristas, and I ALWAYS leave happy, full, and fulfilled. If you're in the area, this little basement coffee shop is more than worth a stop. Usual order: 16 oz Americano or 12 oz Cappucino, this place makes SERIOUSLY tasty espresso, and a sesame bagel. Or, whatever's on the special board- I've never been let down. read more

Great coffee, awesome people. What more can you want from this corner coffee shop? I'm impressed that they offer a suite of baked goods - pastries, both in case and prepackaged, and bagels,etc. I've been dying to try their smoothies but am so in love with their lattes after weekend morning walks. read more

Wow, great service, great coffee and great food!!! If every coffee shop was as warm and friendly and inviting and cared as much about their product as this place, big chain coffee would go out of business. I'm just here for a few days but i I lived here, Monkey Grind would become my new favorite coffee shop. That should say enough! read more

Monkey Grind Espresso - Americano and Croissant Sandwich yum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The most important things for a coffee shop to offer to a customer, busy or otherwise, are: reasonably comprehensive selection of beverages/options, high quality coffee, speed/convenience, and great service with a smile. Monkey Grind nailed it on all counts! Fantastic spot to stick around if you have time, or grab and go if you don't. read more