Open Form isn't the easiest place to spot from the street, but once you find the entrance and head upstairs. The space is really airy and thoughtfully designed space. It feels more like a creative studio than a typical café, with lots of seating and big windows that bring in great natural light. I stopped by during a busier part of the day, so most tables were taken, but the energy of the space still felt relaxed. There were a few spots on the floor with a cushion and low table. I ordered a pot of tea which was pricey and I would not get again. The menu is pretty minimal and leans a bit pricey. This a spot I'd return to to try coffee next time and bring my laptop to get some work done. read more

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I love how this place looks and how much space they have for everyone to hang out and get studying and work done. Drinks taste high quality, but that does come with a premium price. I believe this place is 21+, but not sure why it would be during the day. I've been here twice for matcha, it's about $10+ish each time for one. I also got a cappuccino but that was pretty depressing. Wouldn't get their coffee again. Service is okay, they don't talk much but they make your drink pretty fast. I'm mirroring what some other people have said: it's a beautiful place and good to hang out at. I like the vibe and aesthetic and the matcha at least is good. Would definitely just warn that you'll be paying a lot. read more

Open Form - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Open Form: A Sanctuary of Persian coffee * Atmosphere: A serene blend of modern minimalism and traditional warmth. The sun-drenched space offers a rare, tranquil "pause" from the city's pace. * The Palette: Masterfully balanced flavors where cardamom, rose, and saffron meet artisanal coffee and tea. The Noor Fog and Sohan Brittle are quintessential highlights. * The Experience: Beyond a simple café, it is a refined cultural dialogue. Every detail--from the hand-torn menus to the curated ceramics--is handled with utmost grace. read more

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Cozy and calm cafe to be productive and catch up with a friend! Enjoyed the chill vibe of the cafe and it was really aesthetic. You can sit on the Persian rugs and chill from the cold Seattle air. Fast prep and friendly staff. Cafe music was also on point with the Persian culture theme. Highly recommend visiting! 5/5 - Persian Hot Chocolate - Not too sweet and flavorful hot chocolate for the non-caffeine drinkers. Great drink for productivity! read more

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Open Form is a new café right on Pike in Capitol Hill, and it's worth the climb upstairs. The space is huge, with a super aesthetic, gallery-like feel--small vignettes throughout, cool lighting, and tons of different seating options. The café bar itself is very minimalistic, letting the design shine, and being upstairs means you get great views overlooking Pike St. The menu is simple and a bit pricey, but nothing outside the norm for Seattle. Parking is tough, so it's best to walk if you're nearby. The music playlist is top-notch, making it an excellent spot to settle in and get some work done. read more

Open Form - Latte snd three cookie set - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Open Form has a beautiful interior and amazing vibe. It's a little hard to find, but look for an open door leading to a staircase and you'll find this place. The hot vanilla oat milk latte was cozy and the presentation was nice. The space is really aesthetic with lots of seating, making it a great spot to work or catch up with someone. The staff member who helped us was super friendly and offered recommendations, which I appreciated. There's also a shelf with games to play with friends, so I would definitely come back and have some more fun here! read more

Open Form - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Checked out this space before a movie while we were waiting. It's a really fun community spot with lots of seating for bigger groups or for people to sit and talk. The windows are huge too. They have a couple of small things for snacks and a small but mighty drinks menu. We did the Persian tea service, which I'd definitely recommend. The servers were helpful and brought it right out to us. read more

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False advertising is happening on their instagram page. Apparently they are inviting people to view the World Cup games...I went there by myself to realize they don't even have a tv. The place is lovely, yes, but why the need to lure people to your place with lies? I wasn't the only person confused about it. More people asked about it and the staff was clueless. There's definitely a disconnect in the relationship between the staff and owners, that that to me is a red flag. read more

first off all- it's aesthetic as hell. go there for chill, sleek vibes, stunning visuals, and a very peaceful atmosphere in the middle of cap hill (i mean this cafe is next door to a kpop store, the contrast is poetic). their goal of bringing persian hospitality to the cafe scene is very evident in a minimalist, cool-girl way. they totally hit the nail on the head with the visuals. With that comes the fact that the actual food/drinks they sell (as one would expect from a cafe...) are overpriced and you could find better in the city. so basically, go here for the vibes. great place to study/work/read. not the place to go if you're a coffee snob or looking for real persian cuisine. I will be back for the vibes. i do want to try the tea service (maybe my review will change, stay tuned) but my persian mom would be pissed if she found out i spent $3.50 on that bowl of "marinated" green olives... one extra point for the postcards! I love when a shop/cafe has postcards. Parking - it's cap hill, take public transport or walk instead! read more

Open Form - marinated olives, baklava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a wonderful hidden gem in Capitol Hill! I really enjoyed the beautiful atmosphere, the friendly service, the simple yet unique menu! The Matcha that I got was good, nothing spectacular, but I enjoyed the sweetness from the rose and syrup. Great place to work, great place to hang, I highly recommend and would come back. It's upstairs and they don't have straws. read more

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I don't think I have ever left a bad review, but I felt the need to. Open Form used to be one of my favorite cafes, but sadly, I was highly disappointed today. The worker was extremely rude to my friend & I. I ordered a Matcha Latte and paid for extra syrup, but my friend and I could not taste the syrup at all. Additionally, the drink tasted watery and like pure milk. I loved the vibe of this cafe as well as the music, but it's so disappointing to see such change. I understand having personal codes for the Wi-Fi (that cuts off after exactly two hours), as well as having to purchase a drink every two hours, but the important part of owning a cafe is TRUSTING your community and treating them with respect/kindness. So, if I came in with a friend that couldn't have anything on the menu, but wanted to work with me and use the Wi-Fi, they simply can't just because they didn't purchase anything, even if I did? read more

We visited this venue after receiving a written proposal around $6,400, which included a $2,000 bar buyout fee. We had clearly communicated in advance (by email) that we would have guests under 21. During the visit, we were told the buyout fee was not needed since we would purchase our own alcohol and obtain a banquet permit, bringing the estimate down to around $5,900. We then noticed the 20% service fee was applied twice, which we asked to be corrected. After a long internal discussion, the owner joined and the proposal suddenly increased to nearly $8,000, with no clear justification. When we questioned this, we were told by Tara the unprofessional business owner who probably didnt have an idea of numbers: "This is my business and this is what it is.If you want to work with me, you should pay it all" There was no acknowledgment of the pricing error, no apology for the confusion, and no respect for the time we spent visiting. Being told by Arthur that prices can change because "nothing is signed" is not acceptable when errors were on their side and conditions were disclosed in advance. The space itself is nice, but parking is extremely difficult, and unfortunately the unprofessional and dismissive attitude outweighed everything else. I do not recommend this place because of challenging process of working with their team. Including the proposal screenshot for anyone interested in the place! Expect price raise of minimum $1000 in your in-person negotiations because Tara likes to earn more. read more

Open Form - The proposal of 6,400 which they raised to 7,800 when we went for in-person visit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came in on a weekday during lunch hour. It was quite busy. Nearly all of the tables were constantly full except for the small bar stools against the wall. Matcha latte was good. Hoping to try some of the food next time! Great natural lighting thanks to the big windows. read more

Open Form - Cafe seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We toured this venue for a private event and left very disappointed. We drove a long way to discuss details and pricing after receiving a proposal. During our visit, staff initially adjusted some fees and lowered the price, then stepped away to speak with the owner and left us waiting for about 10 minutes. When they returned, everything had been reversed and the total was raised even above the original proposal, with no acknowledgment or apology for the confusion. The biggest issue was the overall approach to pricing and communication. When we asked reasonable questions about costs and flexibility, the response from the owner felt dismissive and unwelcoming, essentially that this is how they operate and if it didn't work for us, we didn't have to move forward. We understand venues having policies, but the lack of transparency, sudden price changes, and unfriendly response made the experience feel unprofessional and not worth pursuing. read more

Such a great ambiance! A lovely work space that is calm enough to actually get work done. Service was excellent as well!