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Tailwind Cafe

4.6 (82 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Priscilla N.

GOOD! This is such a hidden gem tucked away in an alley full of cute restaurants and shops. It was really interesting--there's a bike shop in the back of this café. The food and drinks were good. They had seasonal drinks, including the honey maple latte, which I got with almond milk, of course. The drink was really good, and I was surprised that I could actually taste the maple--at some cafés, it's not very strong. The avocado toast is a must-try! Overall, I would recommend this spot if you're in the area.

Sara C.

Tucked down my favorite alley way - Good Weather is an excellent stop for coffee with a great kitchen surrounded by community. The seasonal drinks are creative and tasty, the matcha is bright and fresh, and the espresso is pulled perfectly. Lots of seating inside, or wonder out into the patio, and the cups are just as fun and funky as the staff.

croque
Andrew H.

Very hip bike shop with very hip food and drink! The selection of adult beverages is small, but the quality is high. They also do a lot of custom coffee drinks. The food is twee and delightful, but the food is more "small lunch and breakfast bites" than "brunchy". You'll probably be hungry again in an hour or two. Service was friendly, I love the tipless structure!

Soy latte and coffee cream pop tart
Katherine L.

This coffeshop is tucked away in the chophouse row court yard. The baristas are friendly and the drinks and food are delicious. I always get a scone with my coffee, and I've also had their croque monseiur comes out warm and can be a a hearty start to your day, or a comforting lunch, or a light dinner. They also have a (chilled) red wine which I've enjoyed on occasion. I loke the outdoor seating area they have, which has heated lamps for the colder months (eg. 9 months of the year), and makes for a nice cozy time. I haven't seen it super busy, except on a Sunday morning once. I don't know if it's every Sunday or that particular Sunday, but it seemed to be *the* meeting spot for cyclists. I was there with my family, and the cyclists sort of started to take over where we were and edged us out. Zero consideration of personal space, and I don't recall seeing any signage about the table being reserved. This is obviously not the cafe's fault or responsibility, but if you're looking for a cozy start to your day, or a cozy wrap up to your day by yourself or your favorite people (I don't think this is particularly great for breaking up with someone as it is tucked away in chophouse row, and a quick exit may not be feasible), avoid Sunday mornings.

Neat policy and good communication
Hanna S.

Thank you, Jason, Brandon and your team. If your café was Art, it would be in the MOMA Food ambience coffee service offerings Probably one of the best avocado toast ever. I don't know what magic saucy sprinkles on top, but he knows how to pick ripe avocados that are just right and has perfected the perfect mix of savory salt/garnish favors on top. Consistently.! (Hint, they pre-mix, the spices, which includes sumac, and I love The vegan breakfast sandwich is so savory. Both my friend will come from Queen Anne and I will come from the east side just to visit this café Oh, and the coffee it's some of the smoothest most delicious coffee. And I have samples from wonderful cafés, living in Dubai, France, and other places in Europe ans USA. I now need to drink decaf at sometimes. That can be a disappointment but not here. I think it's my favorite oat milk, decaf coffee. ! Ever I'll be going back there today to pick up the sandwiches and an avocado toast. I love to relax whether inside or outside by the fire, but time I'm going to bring it to my friend. They have specialty coffees I think they do some seasonal ones possibly with cardamom or alcohol. What is Sony about some of their spice coffee drinks is they are not using a bunch of sugar syrup. Even if hand made those are usually full of sugar. Not here It reminds me of that Arab Gulf region, where they have saffron and cardamom infused into the coffee no, syrup Perhaps my next review will be an attempt at a Pablo Neruda style Ode because I just can't stop raving about this gem.

Caffe Caramel
Oris B.

This cafe is nestled within an alley way behind Gemini bar. You'll find this bbn place offers clothing, cold drinks, bike repair and pastries. Great place to have a small gathering not exceeding three people. The drinks are a bit pricey but chill atmosphere adds a bit of intrinsic value.

Ham egg and cheese breakfast sandwich
Utsa S.

Amazing vibes! Is a bike store and a cafe. Came here specially for the vegan breakfast sandwich, one of the better ones in Seattle. Highly recommend the food options

A maple matcha latte and a croque madame sandwich.
John D.

The staff is very friendly and the sandwich was very tasty. The latte was great too. I don't have a picture of it, but I had the red lentil soup (might be a seasonal item) and it was great. I enjoyed my experience here and would come back.

Avocado Toast, tacos
Kristin M.

The best street tacos in the area. Avocado toast was 100% on point and it was so fresh. Dog friendly.

Avocado Toast
Sara W.

Came here bc I wasn't really feeling any other foods and just happened to tumble upon this cute cafe Service: Staff was really nice and welcoming. Although they didn't have kombucha at that time and couldn't adjust the burritos cause they were premade, it was still quite nice! Food: I got their avocado toast and absolutely loved it. Portion was pretty dang big compared to the tiny breakfast burritos that are like $7 each!! Love the champagne bottle we bought. Location: located in the back of an alleyway in a small court area filled with shops. Super easy to find as they are the only shop with bikes.

Left basket - tofu at the top and pulled mushroom on the bottom. Both so tasty !!!!
Kimmi G.

Tucked away in chophouse row! I saw a sign next to cafe petirosso that sim play said good weather - breakfast tacos. Being from Texas I'm always on the hunt for anything that combines breakfast and Mexican food! The menu is simple, which I appreciate. I ordered the two vegetarian tacos mushroom and tofu. My hubs ordered all the meat options. My favorite was the tofu and his was the bacon, but they are street tacos and $3 for $10. So just try them all :) Outdoor seating with heaters as well! The area also has two little fire pits. It looks like the sell beer, wine and champagne as well if you want to do boozy brunch!!

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Super nice people, very thorough in working on my sadly neglected bike. I was very impressed.

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The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely responsive. The rates are reasonable and the location is unbeatable.

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Hidden (literally) gem in capitol hill. The folks that work there are super nice. Great for a bike part, a drink or a bite

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