This place must be a lunch favorite because it got packed. We were just looking for a cafe to have lunch and coffee. They serve everything from breakfast to drinks and dinner, and even have a salad bar. The prices are ok for today's economy. The clam chowder was thick and chunky, and had pretty good flavor. The latte was so so and I think they tried to make a design but ehhh... They use every bit of space in this location and it got packed fast. We initially weren't sure if we order at the counter or sit first. But eventually they helped us out. After you order it's pretty much grab your own silverware, water, cups, etc. read more

Sound View Cafe - Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Located in Seattle's famous Pike Place. It can be a little tricky to find, as it shares the building with other vintage shops. We had a few draft beers and a Cheeseburger, which was OK. The Salad Bar has alot of good options and everything was fresh. Overall, the food was OK, nothing too thrilling. Come for the amazing views and friendly service. read more

We came here on our trip to Seattle Best breakfast and excellent service The food was amazing and beautiful views of the bay Strongly recommend this place read more

This café was nothing special, and somewhat overpriced. It provides a nice little break from the craziness of Pike market. The food was mediocre, the service was decent. The salad bar looked a little scary. It does provide a nice view of the water front. read more

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Sound View Cafe is one of my go-to places to eat in the Pike market. They have good chowder and a salad bar. The seating is tight, but if you're lucky you can get a window seat with a cool view of the water and the Farris wheel. The staff are friendly, and the food has been quickly served each time I've eaten here. It's kind of pricey, but it's expected in the market. I'd suggest getting a cup of chowder and a salad bar plate - pile up the vegetables on the salad bar to get your money's worth. read more

Sound View Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We were a large party of 14 people and came to the restaurant on Black Friday. Great location and casual ambience. We all got tables within 5-6 minutes of waiting. We ordered clam chowder in sourdough as well as bowl, chicken quesadillas and fettuccine Alfredo chicken. Food was good, service was prompt and courteous. Happy campers read more

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Honestly, to me, its a divey little cafe. However, the view is great if you are able to get a table by a window. The food is very basic. It's decent, but overly priced. Had a basic sandwich with chips and a dr pepper and it was over $20. The clam chowder is good! The place is quite warm too. Fortunately, if you're by a window there are shades you can pull down to block most of the sun! Seating is pretty cramped as well. For basic fare, the food took a while to come out as well. read more

It's a really busy restaurant since it's located right in the Public Market. The line was long, but that's expected for a weekend. Finding a seat was a bit tricky, and since there's no table service you have to order at the counter and then grab a seat. The issue we noticed was that some couples would split up with one person ordering and the other saving a table, even though the staff tried to prevent it. It's a bit frustrating to see some people not following the rules while others do. Luckily, we met a nice couple from the UK who had already found a spot and invited us to sit with them. The restaurant was packed, but the view was amazing with several seats right by the water. The food was pretty good and the service was decent. Overall, it was a nice experience but a little too chaotic for our taste. Maybe we'll give it another try next time we're in town. read more

The clam chowder was great, and I don't even like clams. But the salmon chowder is akin to a religious experience and was genuinely the highlight of my 3 day trip. I made a special trip back into the city to get another two bowls for myself, boyfriend be damned. 10/10. Service with a smile always, and the ambiance was decent (diner/cafe vibes). read more

Sound View Cafe - Clam chowder + bread bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best Clam Chowder I've ever had. Has a wonderful view and the best service. The Sourdough Bread Bowl was also fresh and had the best taste

Line was too long at Ludi's and Biscuit Bitch was a let down, so decided to come here. Figured it'd be a tourist trap at Pike Place Market, but was pleasantly surprised. Tasty 3-egg breakfast with potatoes, turkey sausage, and sourdough toast. Not usually a fan of turkey products, but this sausage had great flavor. Potatoes were on point and the sourdough toast was almost worth the price-tag alone. The latte was top notch; rich, creamy, flavorful. Service was quick and there is a nice view of the sound and Olympic Mountains, albeit somewhat obstructed. read more

Sound View Cafe - 3-Egg Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was walking around the market and didn't want to leave without some clam chowder. It was a Thursday morning so very quiet, the clam chowder was warming and filling. Beautiful views of the water, a peaceful way to spend my last morning in Seattle. read more

Wonderful service and nice view. It seemed a lil pricey until my turkey BLT came with turkey bacon AND actual turkey slices (not deli meat). The mimosas were delicious too. It is a lil small and you seat yourself but also there wasn't a line and the staff was attentive. I would come again for the the salmon chowder!!! It's in the Pile Place Market on the left end if you're facing the market. read more

Sound View Cafe - The view - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Honestly I thought the food here was great. We spent our last morning in Seattle exploring Pikes Place Market early before the crowds and got here right as they opened. Service was quick and they have high chairs for small kiddos. You order up at the counter, have a seat and they bring everything out. One great thing about this spot is it has a nice view of the bay to enjoy while you eat. Food wise, we really enjoy everything we ordered. Clam chowder in a bread bowl really hit the spot, the crab omelet was on point, and the seafood bowl over rice was so dank tasty. 'Til next time, cheers! read more

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I had been wanting to check out this spot for years. We were finally kid free and decided to stop by. My pancake and fruit was very delicious. My husband enjoyed his Clam chowder bread bowl. The view was prefect, it wasn't to busy at all. It was on a Sunday around 10am. The customer service was really Great too. I definitely want to go back and try maybe a lunch or dinner item. Unfortunately, the coffee was terrible to me. She did remake it but I ended up giving it to my husband. It was a vanilla latte, and the self serve coffee was not hot. My husband didn't mind the coffee. I am big on coffee, I go different places just to try their coffee. It's just unfortunate, hopefully they change it. I feel like it's an easy fix to change whatever recipe they are using because I did not like the latte or the self serve at all. That kinda ruined my breakfast for me. I specifically looked up a breakfast spot, with a good view, that had decent coffee pics. Very disappointed but the pancakes were perfect. read more

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Super cute lil restaurant!! Seats by the window also offer amazing view of the water Grilled cheese was hot and fresh. Nice crispy slices of toast and not too greasy. The soup was tart but a little too creamy for my liking. I did enjoy the chunky texture though. Pasta was cooked aldente, sauce was flavorful. Don't expect mind blowing life changing food. It's more of a comfort cozy place instead - kind of a you get what you order no nonsense kinda place! IG: Spillingthe.beans read more

Sound View Cafe - Mushroom ravioli - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We visited this place after returning to Seattle from an Alaskan cruise. This placed is nestled in the back of Pike Place-can be quite tricky to find. Great service. Great food. Fresh. pancakes like clouds. The prices are a little high but the portion sizes were enough to match in my opinion. Coffee was excellent The waterfront view is an additional perk. I really enjoyed and would definitely visit again if in Seattle at the market. read more

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Good menu options. Fast service. Great view. The food is okay-flavor wise. Prices are what one expects at the market. read more

Sound View Cafe - Busy Saturday - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great counter-service cafe with a spectacular view! Walking in, you go directly to the counter and order. They have a QR code you can scan to see the menu, or you can use the blackboard above the register. I ordered the turkey blt and a coke (canned, so I was handed my drink) then chose my seat. I went on a relatively clear day, so the view was outstanding. The food was great. My sandwich had a homemade feel on sliced wheat bread, but the quality of the turkey? Not what I'm buying at a grocery store. It was thick slices of turkey breast, where you can see it's not processed into oblivion. It was a hearty sandwich served with kettle potato chips and a pickle spear. The price is on par with the area; you're paying a premium for the view but the food is quality lunch fare. Burgers, sandwiches, etc. It reminded me of some of the long running family restaurants with quality ingredients made perfectly with no frills. A fantastic meal for the right price. read more

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Bad from start to finish. When we ordered she charged us for 2 sodas even though one person just wanted water. I said fine. No big deal. Then waited 40 min for our breakfast. We weren't in a hurry. Fine, not the end of the world. But when our food showed up cold and not even the way we ordered it. Eggs over well. (Means no soggy eggs. Fully cooked). Again not the end of the world. But very disappointing after waiting 40 min). The food tasted fine. I wouldn't recommend this place after our experience. read more

The view is great the food was fast and very taste full compared to all the places we had eaten on our stay in Seattle. The coffee is better than most around Seattle and the service was great. read more

Sound View Cafe - Bacon and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious food with a great view! A little tricky to find a seat, but definitely worth it! Staff was super friendly, and we got our meals surprisingly fast! Heads up-, you have to order before finding a table (no table saving allowed here), so keep that in mind if you have a larger group you're eating with. Would definitely recommend this place for parties of 4 or less, as it does get a little crowded. Food had: Clam chowder, Italian soda, breakfast sandwich. All were very delicious! read more

I didn't love or hate this restaurant. We went for breakfast and I wasn't feeling all that great so I'm not a good judge of the food. My Hubbs had the spice beef bowl and he seemed to really enjoy it. The service was good, the view was nice if you can find a table. It's a small area. It's loud and crowded, much like all of Pikes Marketplace! read more

Tucked away in the Pike Place Market, this little cafe serves as a perfect stop for the wandering soul looking to find quaint and quiet drink. Although the waterfront view isn't spectacular, it does come with a decent view of the pier and a good Irish coffee. Sadly, the hours are limited but the service is great and always comes with a smile. Cheers! read more

Pros: Excellent view of sound with window tables Chowder tasted mild and delicious Cons: Staff taking orders asking many people in line if they are ordering together because they may look alike to him. Undressed caesar salad overpriced for a bit of lettuce. Notes: It was not crowded while other restaurants are packed. Staff can be nice or rough. It took a while for a cup of chowder and caesar salad. Can't beat the view of the sound with the window seats. Some of the tables weren't cleared. Menu doesn't have much seafood. Atmosphere is comfortable. read more

We hadn't planned our trip to Pike Place very well and were ravenously hungry at 2:30 on a Tuesday afternoon. We ended up at this restaurant mostly out of desperation. The views are, in fact, sound. There is no outdoor seating. This is a fast casual style restaurant where you place your order and pay at the counter, then the food is brought out to your table. I had the clam chowder in a bread bowl and my bf had the salmon sandwich. The bread for the soup was a bit dry. The soup itself wasn't brimming with clams but it had a nice flavor and homemade taste. My bf really enjoyed the simplicity of the sandwich and said the salmon was cooked perfectly. With so many other options I'm not sure we would return but it definitely hit the spot for what we needed. read more

Sound View Cafe - Clam chowder in a bread bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This is where we started our tour of Pikes Market. There is always a line and the seating is tight,so order food then find a table-"Trust the Process" The Chowder is Excellent! And the Shrimp Cocktails are humongous! But The Irish Coffee is where it's at! This place is rich with history, been here forever and the Port views are stunning! read more

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Beautiful view and amazing clam chowder! Such an amazing view that you must experience when in Seattle. read more

Sound View Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Chowder was good, service was quick since all I got was soup, staff was friendly, and we were able to snag a window seat, so overall, it was a good way to start a Saturday. read more

Sound View Cafe - Bowl of chowder togo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great service and good food! This hidden gem is quick and has a variety of fresh food options. Downstairs from the busy Pike's top floor, this place is very efficient and the staff is great. The prices are extremely high, but you're also paying for the view and the experience. Food is authentic Seattle and very tasty! read more

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Food was delicious! We loved the clam chowder and veggie omelette! The view was amazing! read more

Sound View Cafe - Clam chowder - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Good food, very friendly staff, amazing views from the dining room. Breakfast all day! The salmon omelette was good, plenty of salmon and not over-spiced so all the flavors came through. Breakfast potatoes were amazing. Great place to take a break in Pike's market for some food. read more

Sound View Cafe - Total bill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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3 stars for the view it was ok. Food was probably not my favorite. To each their own. The salmon hash was extra expensive but not tasty or even had a lot of salmon. The portions are small so be aware. Woman who took our order was nice. But overall 3/10 won't be coming back but glad we tried it as our first time. ALSO it's first come first serve for seats. They have a sign that says don't sit u til you've ordered but no one listened anyway. lol read more

Sound View Cafe - Salmon hash & chicken quesadilla - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My son and I were looking for a nice local eatery here in Seattle and we happened upon this cafe. I have been wanting to eat here for a long time so it could not have worked out better. We ordered the A-1 burger and fries. OMG it was delicious. We ordered our burgers medium. The fries are steak fries. I liked the size. Yummy. Our view of course was the Puget Sound . I have lived in Seattle for 32 yrs & this place has been here 35 yrs. It has tested the state of time. That speaks volumes! read more

Sound View Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I decided to try this place out based on a 1 star review. The yelper from Frisco Tx said the server told them to "have a shitty day", which tells me they most likely deserved it. They even posted a photo of the staff. How rude is that? That same staff member helped us, and they were super nice to us. People that are rude to service industry workers should not go out in public and just make their own food. I took some folks from out of state there, we all had a solid breakfast, and a great time. The view of the Olympic Mountains was stellar as well. I will definitely be back, and recommend to others. read more

A reasonable place to have lunch. Ok burgers and good cold tap beer. Not noisy and has a view. I would go back. Fast service and clean.

This review delighted me. Also the food was so good like mm yummmyy crazy yum. Awesome land.. service was so super sweet and the music was all great :) read more

Sound View Cafe - Awesome review - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice waterfront view at pike place market.. nice experience and service .. did the seared salmon and chowder.. both tasty read more

Sound View Cafe - View - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a good restaurant in the Pike Place Market. They have a good food, and were very accommodating with my order. I wanted one of the entrées change, due to some of the ingredients I didn't want. The staff are very helpful and accommodated my request. The restaurant has an amazing view of the Puget Sound, hence the name. read more

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Great breakfast and lunch restaurant. While you are enjoying your food, look outside and you have the beautiful view of the water. Watching boats traveling by and the Seattle Ferris wheel. Hearty breakfast items. Don't ask for Pork cuz they don't have it. Only Turkey sausage links or bacon! Breakfast was good (4 stars), service (4 stars) Not having pork....well I am not going to rated...their choice and I'm cool w it. My mama used to tell me, " you eat what I give you or you don't it eat all". She taught the me principles about food And life. Love ya' Mom Can get crowded and loud due to limited seating but look at the view! Also, get here before 9 am cuz' it can get slow when it is crowded. 1st Day - waiting for food - 10 minutes, 2nd Day after 9:30 - almost 25 minutes. read more

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