Amazing location and hours. Their bagels were so good, I…read morelove what they did with the Salmon Pesto bagel where they use raw salmon, the texture compliments the bagel so well. It's also not so pricey so I definitely recommend.

I want to share my experience at Café Condor…read more Overall, the café itself is fine. The place, food, and drinks are not the issue. The problem is the service behind the counter. From what I saw, most of the counter staff behave in a rude, arrogant, and disrespectful way toward customers, although there may be exceptions. Some employees may not get involved, but the overall atmosphere behind the counter feels very unpleasant. There was a situation where a person was waiting in line, just standing a little to the side, and some employees started acting like he was trying to skip the line and began confronting him for no reason. Instead of normal customer service, there was attitude, accusations, and disrespectful behavior. Another uncomfortable situation was with the language. When someone clearly understands Russian or Ukrainian but deliberately responds in English and acts like they don't understand the customer, it looks disrespectful and unprofessional. Especially when it is obvious that the person understands what is being said. Again, the café itself may be okay, but the main group working behind the counter really ruins the experience. Customers should be treated with respect, regardless of what language they speak or where exactly they are standing while waiting in line. Very unpleasant experience. I hope the owners pay attention to how their employees treat customers.

This place is so cute! There are some fun coffee combos on the menu and yummy baked goods like an…read moreapple turnover and chocolate croissants, though you may need to ask as not all are out at first glance. The shop was quiet for an early Sunday morning but picking up and only one barista working all the things. The store has some very cute and cool items, great plants and decor and good seating. Very cozy with varied seating options like booths, two seats looking out the front window and outdoor seating.

Love this cafe…read more Very quaint and cozy. If you need a place with good quality coffee, quiet ambiance and great staff this is the place. So friendly and welcoming. Right in the heart of downtown Renton

On a hot, sunny day around 2:50pm on Friday I decided to make the drive here after suddenly…read moreremembering one of my foodie friends had this place several times during other weekends. I actually had to park behind the building then look at other Yelp reviews to find out that there is parking on gravel near their dumpsters closest to LaShaun Daye Hair. Though I don't know if the parking lot where this building and E Marginal Way meet can also be used...street parking in this area was scarce, contrary to most Yelp reviews I've read. Anyway, I came to an empty but very chill interior with several tables and window seating, along with some semi-quiet VPop playing near the front counter to the right-hand side of the entrance. There's a small flower display along with the cafe logo a little to the back which is perfect to take photo ops with your drink and food like I did. The menu is above the front counter and - as their logo says - they specialize in banh mi and coffee, though they have some matcha and soup options among others. Staff at the front were very quick at making my coffee as I was the only one inside. I got their 16oz egg coffee, which is one of their best sellers according to the asterisk on their menu next to the name of the drink. Very strong phin-dripped Vietnamese coffee along with condensed milk and an egg foam that gave a sweet, creamy taste to the already bitter coffee at the bottom. Drinking the egg foam first, it's a nice, thick custard-like format that the coffee does not overtake, which is good since other places I've had don't have that kind of balance. My next trip back here will have to be for another one of their coffee drinks and their banh mi sandwiches as well. I can already hear my friend telling me to get one right now as I'm writing this up!

I've been wanting to try this place since I first heard of it…read more GETTING THERE: It seems tucked away in Tukwila, but it's actually extremely easy to get to and not to far off the exit from Hwy 599 coming from South Center. It's maybe about 2-3 min off the Interurban Ave exit. After a couple left turns, it's right on the corner of a 4-way stop. You can't miss it. PARKING: The place isn't very big but there is plenty of street parking available. There's also a small lot by the convenience store nearby. AMBIANCE: It's a very small place with Vietnamese decor and an aquarium. It was giving vibes of the sunroom at my aunt's house Vietnamese music playing in the background haha. There are limited seats if you choose to sit and enjoy your coffee. They have a couple tables on the side, or you can sit on the stools along the window. I think the place felt a little empty. It could use a couple more tables and chairs along the window instead of the stools. This layout kind of felt like a Baskin Robbins or a small local ice cream shop. SERVICE: I didn't see anyone at first when I walked in, but there was someone to ready to take my order by the time I got to the counter. She took my order then I took a seat at the table until she called me to grab me from my order. Not much else for service. FOOD: I mainly went here for the coffee, but I figured I should try the sandwich while I was there. I ordered the bánh mì đặc biệt (house special sandwich) and the cà phê trứng (egg coffee). The sandwich to me was alright at best. The flavors were unbalanced. I mostly tasted the chả over the other cuts and the meat was pretty cold. I get that it's called a "cold cut" for a reason, but it was really cold and kind of threw off the sandwich. The bread would've been better toasted, or at least have the option to toast it. The one thing I enjoyed was the amount of pate used. The coffee on the other hand was decent. I've been in search of more places that serve egg coffee and I usually get it every chance I get. I found it a bit weird that it comes iced. I usually get an option to choose if I want it hot or cold. It didn't specify on the menu and I was never asked. So I just assumed it was not iced because the only thing that was iced was the cà phê sữa đá. Well I was wrong... The egg part was super thick, fluffy, and creamy. It was the right amount of sweetness and saltiness too. Honestly it might be the best egg cream I've had on a coffee, but it would have been much better if the coffee was warm. I just think egg coffee should be served hot. It's a personal preference. The ice keeps the egg cream on top and I can't really mix the whole thing evenly. I would've enjoyed it more if every sip was a even mixture of egg cream and coffee. OVERALL: At the end of the day, I enjoyed this place. There are a couple small improvements that would've changed my experience. I did enjoy the coffee and that's what I originally came for. The sandwich honestly wasn't bad, but I think I would try the thịt nướng next time. Some places just do one or the other better. I think it's harder the get the cold cut sandwich right vs the grilled pork. Overall it's a nice little meet up spot and I would come back again just for the egg coffee.

Ah, 2021 was such a year when I first went here. Everyone was looking for an excuse to go outside…read morebecause of the quarantines but it was hot and sunny back then, and this place filled up my friends' IG stories back when we wanted to walk around Gene Coulon Park where this place is located not too far from. Parking around the streets touching here and the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport is not advisable since it's very limited. There is a paid parking garage near the Hyatt you can use, or you can use the nearby Coulon Park parking lot and walk over here like I did. There's no seating inside here; instead there's tons of treats, merch, tea bags, gummies and other products on tables and shelves filling up the right-hand side of the interior. There's also a grassy background where you can take photo ops of yourself and/or your drinks. Up at the front counter to the left-hand side of the entrance are two kiosks you can use to punch in the drinks you want. The menu is also up behind the counter as well. For this visit, I got their tiramisu milk tea with boba. The tiramisu foam ayer was large enough that when I stirred the whole drink in, I could taste the tiramisu's slight coffee-like, earthy hints throughout. The milk tea itself is very strong as I could taste the bitter undertones of the tea easily after just one sip. Also love how they put their drinks in a plastic container shaped like a can! As for their boba, I actually don't mind them being much smaller than many other boba places. They're both small and very chewable, and still look very good sinking to the bottom of the drink in case a photo op is needed. Regular size boba would take up too much space inside the can anyway. Overall drink was a tad too sweet though. This is one of the few places that come to mind for me when someone asks me what boba places there are around the Renton area, as I've gotten great drinks here for every visit since 2021. I'd love to come back again and try their other drinks when I'm around the area!

Drinks - I had the green thai. i rarely ever see this drink on the menu so i had to get it and it…read morewas pretty good. i actually thought it could have been a little sweeter, which i almost never say. very cute inside. they also had dog treats and mochi. Service - excellent. order at the front but very quick to get everything together. Ambiance - clean and as you can see in my photo, very IG worthy photo spot for drinks.

I usually have nothing but great things to say about Dutch Bros Coffee, which is why today's…read moreexperience stood out so much. First off, the line can look intimidating at times, but they usually move quickly thanks to the team's efficiency and energy. The staff here consistently bring a positive vibe--friendly, upbeat, and genuinely engaging without slowing things down. It's one of the reasons I keep coming back. They make you feel like more than just another car in line. And the drinks? Always on point. The Tropical Green Tea is incredibly refreshing, especially when you cut back on the sugar or even go no sugar--it still has great flavor without being overpowering. Same with the Golden Eagle Blended Freeze--it's rich, smooth, and surprisingly enjoyable even at half sweetness. They really do a great job customizing drinks without sacrificing quality. That said, today was a bit frustrating. One car ahead seemed to take an unusually long time--around 15-20 minutes--which caused the entire line to stall. I completely understand and appreciate friendly conversation (it's part of the Dutch Bros charm), but there has to be a balance. When there's a long line of people--many likely on their way to work--waiting that long for a single order just shouldn't happen. After sitting in the drive-thru for a while, I ended up switching it up and ordering ahead instead--and that experience was night and day. Much faster, smoother, and honestly what I'd recommend if you're in a hurry. Overall, this is still one of my go-to spots. The drinks are consistently great, the staff are awesome, and it's a fantastic location to have in Renton. Today felt more like an exception than the rule, but hopefully it's something they tighten up--because when they're on, they're really on.

The staff were great! Very friendly and answered my questions regarding some of their drink…read moreoptions. There was a line for the drive thru, but that wasn't a long wait at all. It was quick to order and get our drinks. I tried two different drinks, Banana Bread Mocha with Soft Top and a Golden Eagle. The banana bread drink tasted just like a banana bread, but personally it was too sweet for me. The Golden Eagle was great tasting, but again too sweet for me personally.

Almost 3 years to the day - later and I am STILL giving them a 5, for multiple reasons. I love…read moreconsistency. Their drinks, their cookies, their cupcakes - and their customer service! I can count on them, no matter the day or time, to be greeted with a smile, to get a decadent cupcake, for a great Americano... and for really creative choices on the cupcake options too. Thank you for regularly making my mom's day, my grandson's too, and mine!

While going down 3rd Avenue in Downtown Renton, to the outside observer, it's easy to whiz by all…read morethe wonderful places to eat and not realize which places make the quiet impact every day. One of these places is Common Ground Cupcakes. More than just cupcakes, Common Ground, has other sweet treats like cookies, oatbars, and house made banana bread along with their gluten free blueberry and lemon bread. There are breakfast and lunch based sandwiches to be ordered if you are feeling even more hungry for a savory choice. But when you come in, it's still about the cupcakes! I definitely have my favorites on the menu. These include their delicious and visually stunning Red Velvet and Lemony Snicket! Common Ground exclusively carries the Caffè D'arte brand of coffee which they use in their drip, espresso drink selections as well as their special Caffè D'arte inspired cupcake. What's most critical is the comfortable-homelike atmosphere nurtured by these proud Renton small-business owners and their welcoming staff. It's what makes the regulars come back, everyday. So, if you are near 3rd Avenue and Wells Avenue South, don't just whiz by. Come on in, pull up a chair, and treat yourself to the offerings at Common Ground!

i got the ice cream durian sandwich and it was pretty good. Highly recommend getting it!read more

I have commonly purchased Macadons, both macarons and their ice cream macarons, during street fairs…read moreand at Bobae. I was pleasantly surprised (and amused) to find their macarons with custom printing at the "REVIVE I-5" booth at the University Street Fair. I was amused enough to write a separate review for them. The quality of the artwork and print colors are fantastic and vibrant with the rainbow colors. Please see photo. If I was interested in custom macarons, I would most definitely order some from Macadons. The flavor in this case is a simple vanilla, which has its charms, though I typically buy other flavors. The shell doesn't have the characteristic slight crispy, which is understandable since these are not fresh from the store. The inside is a very creamy filling that squished out on the sides as I bite down. Everyone has their own texture preferences. I personally like it less creamy. I normally buy their ice cream macarons, but these are still very good. The individual boxes make them great for small gifts.

I was staying at the Hyatt in the area and needed coffee desperately in walking distance. So glad I…read morefound this stand. There's a walk up area and one drive thru window. I was greeted pleasantly despite how busy she was. I got a simple americano and I was pleasantly surprised by how good the coffee was! They were out of some food items but I was able to find something. I got the mini croissant that had sausage and egg and a lemon poppyseed muffin top because who doesn't love those! Love this spot and will be back if I'm ever in the area. Other people love it too because the drive thru line is constantly backed up to the traffic light.

Such a cute little coffee stand! I've visited other Mighty Mug locations in the past but this was…read moremy first experience here. I had a major mom fail and forgot my kids' water bottles at home. I only realized this when they were ALL thirsty at the same time and drastic times became drastic measures. I pulled in to the first coffee stand I saw, ready to pay for water if I needed to. The barista was so kind and happily handed over 3 waters for my kids (who were very happy for hydration lol) and I ordered myself an energy drink for the drive home. I ordered one off of their menu and it was delicious! 10/10 we had a great experience and I'm thankful for the super nice barista who solved my mom fail!