Such a cute stop on the Burke Gilman Trail in the Wallingford neighborhood. I was able to park on the side of the road on the neighborhood side and walk directly across to the restaurant. Upon entrance, you can either check in with the staff to get sat down on a table inside or order at the counter and sit outside which I definitely recommend on a nice day. They give you a number and bring the food to you. I ordered the Japanese sandwich with onions/ Canadian bacon. My friend got the Japanese breakfast and for drinks got an iced latte and Yuzu lemonade. From the bakery case we got the amaretto-espresso canelé and strawberry ricotta cake. They put the baked goods on a little tray with napkins and utensils, and I just love that they use real dishes and silverware here which makes it feel like you're dining at someone's house and reduces waste. Everything from the baked goods to the main dishes and the drinks were well crafted and delicious. Definitely a fun twist that combine Japanese and American roots/flavors together. Great spot on a sunny Sunday afternoon or just wanting to relax and people watch. 10/10 will be back and recommend! read more

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Really liked the food. I wish we could have tried more things, but our stomachs have limits. The favorite was the peanutbutter miso icebox cake. The egg sando was surprisingly smoky and deep -- although I got the shiitake mushrooms as an add-on. I expected it to be light and sweet, like other egg sandos I had tried before. My husband got the ginger-y biscuits and gravy, which were delicious. I ordered the buttered rice out of curiosity, and, alas, it was just butter on rice, nothing surprising there. Service was good, and ambience was nice. A little busy when we went, but we ordered drinks at the cafe and sipped them while we waited, which was a nice option. read more

The Wayland Mill - Egg sando with shiitake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The Wayland Mill is located in North Lake Union with street parking. During my visit during lunch on a weekday, it was pretty easy to find parking on the west side of the building. After you order at the front, then you find a table to get seated. Food gets served and they'll handle the busing afterwards. Staff were very friendly and there was interior and patio seating. I got the breakfast sando and added on shaved Canadian bacon. The whole sando was pretty solid. The tamale omelet was a think piece of fluffy egg and the bacon added a nice saltiness. The yum yum sauce was slightly sweet. Overall a very solid breakfast sando. My friend got the japanese-american breakfast and it was essentially a deconstructed breakfast sando. As for the drinks, I got the yuzu palmer and it was a nice twist and came unsweetened. My friend got the matcha with banana milk and unfortunately, the matcha wasn't that good - the quality wasn't that good and there wasn't enough match. The highlight of the whole meal was the biscuit and miso-chashu gravy. It was really unique and full of flavor. Overall, Wayland Mill was just okay but if I were to recommend anything or come back, I would say to get the biscuit and gravy dish. read more

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I looooved the treats here! obsessed with the "Hojicha Canele" and get out of town with that incredible, masterpiece, "PEANUT BUTTER SHOYU ICEBOX PIE"! I will have dreams about this pie for as long, as I live. Perfection. It was worth the uber ride over from downtown Seattle. I was on a visit from NY and this was op top of my list. It did not disappoint. I am so used to waiting in line for places in NY. That I was here bright and early on a Wednesday. It's now closed on Mondays and Tuesdays due to slow business. It's heartbreaking how the times are creating such a struggle for small businesses. Definitely feel like we could all do our part to support the delicious dreams. You order at the counter. They give you a number and you find a spot to sit at. There's also water pitchers to snag. I loved all the high ceilings, the simplicity of the space and I like being able to see in the kitchen. It felt like home. I am also obsessed with Japan right now. I ordered the Japanese breakfast with my treats and a cappuccino. I loved the plates for everything. There was some whimsical art on the plates. The shittakes were well seasoned. The omlette was savory and filing. Loved the toast with the homemade jam. Perfect way to start my day. Hope it gets the support it needs in the community because I would love to return on my next visit! So many things going viral that to be a regular means even more to small businesses. read more

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The place is super cute. There are both indoor and outdoor seating. Two of us ordered: 1. Japanese breakfast with extra miso soup and tamago 2. Porchetta sando Both are very yummy. The tamago is a must try! Different than the sweet more spongy ones, this one is more savory and close to steamed egg texture. read more

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We visited The Wayland Mill, hoping to score some dessert after a tea tasting session nearby. Walking up to the restaurant at 11:45AM on a sunny Saturday morning, we were surprised to see a line of around twelve people outside the door and maybe six inside. The line was deceptively short - we thought it would take maybe 10-15 minutes max to get get our order in. Ten minutes later, the line was still the same length, minus one couple right in front of us who had given up due to the wait. In the end it took over 40 minutes before we got to the front. For less than 20 people in line. At a counter service place. The culprit? The cashier was missing for more than two thirds of our wait, taking multiple lengthy excursions, with one break lasting almost 15 minutes (yes, I timed it). We could see that the bottleneck in this establishment wasn't the kitchen nor the dine-in service or bussing. In fact, about a third of the indoor seats weren't even occupied, not to mention a completely empty outdoor dining area. Our first choice order, the Gohan Gooey Butter Cookie (I had just baked a gooey butter cake at home and wanted to compare) had the last piece taken by the party right ahead of us. Luckily our second and third choices were still in stock. Peanut Butter Shoyu Icebox Pie ($7.50) - The base starts with a somewhat crumbly mash of black sesame, Dutched cocoa and chocolate infused pie crust. It's nutty and chocolatey with an interesting savory and Oreo-like characteristic. It's pressed down well into crust format, so while crumbly upon eating, it stays together. The filling above is a light and creamy fluff that has an intense peanut flavor filled with soy umami. It's actually more savory and salty than it is sweet, which is very interesting in a dessert. The filling is then topped with an even lighter whip that gives a slight tang to cut through the richer custard underneath. Small pieces of candied peanuts are peppered in the cream. The melted sugar cements some of the peanuts together into larger chunks, but it never gets too sweet. (5/5) Yuzu Almond Cake ($7.50) - This cake starts with a really moist interior, almost like a quarter of the way to tres leches. It has almond frangipane actually baked inside with the rest of the cake batter, which really helps to accentuate the moistness and fluffiness, along with supercharging the almond flavors. The cake is topped with a fragrant citrus icing. It's not too sweet and has a distinct yuzu rind flavor. Then pieces of almond brittle are embedded atop. The brittle is salty and sticky. (4/5) I don't normally include service in my review ratings, but this place actively pissed me off. I am fine with waiting if the delay is due to seating or the kitchen is backed up. It's a totally different story when more than half of the seats, including both indoor and outdoor, are empty, but there's a large line out the door that never shrinks (it was still about the same length when we left). There is something seriously wrong with Wayland Mill's workflow. The food here is good, but there are plenty of places in Seattle that have food just as good without the issues. Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms read more

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I always knew about this spot as a cafe, serving coffee and pastries in the daytime, but never thought they'd have a full dinner service in the evenings! I came by on a weeknight, and it was busy! Luckily we were able to get seated, but when we left, there were people waiting for tables. They see to serve Japanese western fusion small plates. We ordered the char siu porchetta, which was a large swirled piece of pork belly, with a spicy mustard sauce that we put on the side. We also ordered the meatloaf. They were both pleasant, with flavors I wasn't necessarily used to, but enjoyed. Definitely some unique flavors going on here. My favorite part has to be dessert. I begged to get two of the three items on the menu because they just sounded too delicious. I got the Tokyo Banana Tiramisu and the Rice Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and they were both phenomenal. Packed with flavor but not too sweet, and unique Asian flavors that I loved. Overall, I'm not sure I would eat dinner here again, but i would definitely come have some coffee or drinks, and a pastry (or two!) read more

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I brought out of town guests here for my first visit. We waited in line. It was long but with good company, it flew by. You order at the counter and then sit with drinks and sweets. They bring out the main dishes to your table. They have an indoor dining room and once it warms up they have lots of space for outdoor dining. Everything I tasted was delicious. I'm still thinking about the shiitake mushrooms in my dish. It was worth the wait and hype. If you go on the weekend, I would just try to go when you have time to wait and won't be stressed in the line. read more

The Wayland Mill - Japanese-American Breakfast with shiitake mushrooms - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Today 5/3/26 was a hot summer Sunday. I'm glad their outdoor patio at Wayland Mill was mostly shady to get relief from the hot sun we aren't used to and to also enjoy the refreshing cool fresh breeze. This is my first time eating here. I've visited Saint Bread many times and that is where Wayland gets their bread and they are also part of the Saint Bread ownership group. The food we tried today was very good-- Japanese fusion-- Asparagus galette, Saint Paul Sando (Egg Sandwich), seasoned fries with a side of curry dipping sauce, iced Americano, hot Americano, IPA (not pictured), and a basque-style cider. Everything tasted delicious! Our service was great, ambiance was nice. I would totally eat here again. *Special tip: Walk to the center of the building towards the back of the building for some outstanding panoramic views of Lake Union and the Space Needle in the distance! :-) read more

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I was excited to check out this newish cafe that I had heard rave reviews about. My friend and I stopped here on a Friday afternoon and had no problem getting a table. The pastry case looked very tempting, but I was in the mood for something savory. So I ordered the 3 dish option that comes with miso soup, pickled veg, and rice. It was presented very thoughtfully. The flavors were perfect and I really liked the butter in the rice! It was so soft and fluffy. I also had the seasoned fries which were so good. I highly recommend getting them and sharing! They were so crispy! Anyways, I can't wait to try this place again, especially for their sandwiches and hojicha drinks. read more

The Wayland Mill - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came by on a weekend afternoon and about half the tables were filled. It's a chic spot where you order at the counter and they bring your food and drinks to your table. Parking was super easy on the side of the buliding. I ordered the Japanese-American breakfast, hojicha cannele, peanut butter icebox pie, and a hot hojicha. The breakfast portions were a bit small - the mushrooms were somewhere between ok to good and the bread and jam weren't mindblowing, but the egg's texture was fantastic and was seasoned super well. The cannele didn't really taste too strongly of hojicha but was a solid cannele, and the slice of pie was probably my favorite thing that I got - wonderful umami flavor, really yummy crust. I had an odd experience with ordering though - when I first tried to order the desserts, I was told that all desserts were out, so were just got food. But after 10-15min, another party came in and I saw that they had a cannele, so when I went up to ask about it, they suddenly had a few canneles and pies. Even if they reserve a portion of their dessert for the dinner service, I wish I'd been told that more desserts would become available if I waited 15min, because I had been considering leaving and coming back another time to try to pastries. Overall, felt a little pricey relative to the portion sizes, but the concept is unique and there are some hits for sure! read more

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This cafe and restaurant in North Lake Union was something I have been eyeing for a while now even though I only heard of it in passing a couple times. It's a small distance from Gas Works Park if you're driving, and back-angle parking is on the side of the building where this place is located. Otherwise, expect parking to be difficult as you're near dense residential areas. The bestie and I came here around 12pm on an unusually warm Sunday noon. Waiting in line was pretty confusing for us at first. At first, we weren't sure where the line started as there wasn't always staff up front giving us correspondence of any sort until after about 10 minutes of waiting in a line we weren't sure about, including the people directly in front of us. When staff finally did greet us, we were quoted a 35-45 minute wait with at least six parties of various sizes ahead of us, with a choice to get texted once a spot open us which I opted in. This wait ended up being about 20 minutes instead, and I heard later it was because most parties ahead of us actually gave up waiting... this kept being the thing and lines kept stretching out until about 1pm, when dine-in seating wasn't packed to the brim. Interior is clean overall with a ton of noise coming from the kitchen preparing food, and also patrons talking as well. There's a nice wooden feeling inside because of the walls and even the tables. Menu items consist of two prominent set meals, plates, baked goods, and many options for tea and coffee. Bestie and I both got their Japanese-American breakfast, though I got it with a side of seared marinated shiitake mushrooms and he got his with a teriyaki-glazed Canadian style bacon instead. He also got a London fog which I drank with him. The breakfast plate is a lot smaller than I imagined for $20 before tax. Besides the shiitake mushrooms, it comes with a tamago omelet and a shokupan toast with housemade jam. Mushrooms in general are not my favorite thing to have, and that started to be the case the more I ate. Initial thought for them was that the flavor masks that aftertaste of mushrooms I don't enjoy, and even has a smoky tone to it that I actually wanted more of. Tamago omelet had a much harder texture to it than what I expected, even though the aonori (a seaweed with a strong ocean taste) enhanced the taste so much. My bestie's Canadian style bacon was definitely the beter choice of the two choice sides as it had a much smokier taste and carried a savory flavor profile that separated it from the rest of the dish. The toast with jam was very standard for both of us. Overall though, we almost wished one of us got the sansai "three things" meal instead so we had more variety. London fog was standard, but came in piping hot. Nothing special about it but was refreshing and fits the brunch vibe here very well. The meal we had here wasn't anything too special but it was great to give it a try. We weren't too full from everything we had here but it works since other eateries and cafes are not too far via driving. Not likely I'd come back here, I'm not wanting to wait in a line where even those in front of me aren't sure what they're waiting for. read more

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This review is just for their to go pastry items. I'm just a big sweet tooth. I got there around lunch time during the weekend. It honestly took a while. I wasn't able to understand why until I got closer to order. Since there was a lot going on, the barista was also the only one in charge of togo orders. That would have been fine if it were a slower day but the line easily took at least 30 minutes. It got bad enough one point, I did see people look at the line and walk away. I felt they woefully understaffed in that respect. I ended up getting a slice of the peanut butter shoyu icebox pie, gohan gooey butter cookie, yuzu almond cake and a latte with their shio miso caramel syrup. When looking at their menu, I had been the most curious about the peanut butter pie. It's peanut buttery with a savory note. As expected from a place expecting Asian tastes, it's not too sweet. Despite that, it was sweeter than my latte. I don't think I have refined enough tastebuds to describe the latte. It was fine but not quite as sweet as I like my drinks. The yuzu cake was good it was a tad dry. I had it later at home and believe I nuked in the microwave. I enjoyed it more then. The cookie lived up to it's name of gooey. I was pleasantly surprised by how chewy it was given how thin it looked. It was also a decent amount sweeter than the pie. Overall, I don't think the desserts blew me away but I appreciated the twists on desserts. If I'm in the area, I might think of trying their savory offerings. read more

TLDR: very strong flavors (eg miso in miso caramel syrup and ginger in the porchetta sandwich). Came for breakfast on a Monday morning - wasn't very busy. Lots of seating and even standing room to enjoy a drink and go. I got a Hojicha latte with the miso caramel. Strong miso flavor at the end of the drink. Right amount of sweetness , for me, overall. Not a strong caramel flavor. The porchetta sandwich came with sautéed Chinese broccoli on a green onion focaccia. Overall, focaccia I could eat all day. The pork and the vegetables had a good textures dichotomy. However, there was a strong ginger flavor that overtook my taste buds, which made me not enjoy the sandwich in the end. I felt like I was chewing on full pieces of ginger. The Hojicha canelé was a perfect treat. Crunchy on the outside and spongey on the inside with the earthy and subtly sweet Hojicha was divine ! I would comeback just for those. Japanese breakfast quick overview: couldn't guess the jam flavor - slightly tart, great fluff and flavor on the tamago. Sweet mushrooms to bring together the sour jam and salty egg. read more

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This gem of a place is easy to miss, but please do not skip it. I was thrilled to finally visit as a longtime fan of Saint Bread, their sister restaurant, and knowing their standards, my expectations were high. From the moment we walked in, I was struck by how vast, open, and light the space is. It feels airy and inviting, making it an ideal spot to work for a while or meet up with friends without feeling cramped or rushed. It was pleasantly calm when we arrived, and I later learned it was because they were not offering the full menu that day, with the owner essentially running the entire operation solo. That alone made the experience even more impressive. We ordered one of every pastry to truly get the full experience, and wow. Every single item was thoughtful, delicious, and unexpectedly unique in its flavor profile. Nothing felt generic, in the best way. On top of the incredible food, chatting with the owner added such a personal and memorable touch to the visit. You can feel the care and intention behind this place, and I genuinely hope to see this new business thrive. I will absolutely be back to try their full menu next time. Top favorites: read more

The Wayland Mill - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Casual chic. This place is a unique, Japanese-inspired brunch place. Everything is a simple, beautiful creation. Food was okay, ambience was bright and modern, and service was attentive and full of smiles. We got the Sansei "three things", Japanese-American breakfast, and the Porchetta Sando. All great, but wasn't quite full afterwards. The tamago omelette was so creamy and delicious, the toast was "meh" and the "bacon" was a tad dry. The sando was packed with flavor though! It had such bold flavors and was our favorite. Coffee was good and pastries were yummy. Food was just okay, but I would like to come back and try more pastries and some other menu items. read more

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Solid place for coffee, desserts/baked goods, and breakfast. Sandwich was okay to me. Star of the show was the peanut butter icebox pie! Need to try. When I was there during late breakfast, a lot of their dessert items were sold out. Service was great; my server was very kind, thorough, and accommodating. For the ambiance, there was Japanese pop (?) music playing in the background. Not too loud, so everyone can converse. Nice decorated and large windows so light can come through. Outdoor seating available. read more

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We went here for brunch and loved it so much! We were seated pretty quickly once we put our name down and everyone was so friendly! We got one of the sandos and set meals and they were both so delicious! Especially the eggs, they were so fluffy and delicious! I loved how the one in the Japanese American breakfast were so soft on the inside but a bit charred on the outside with furikake, absolutely delicious!!! I didn't think I'd like it as much as I did! I want to go back and try all of the dishes! The vibes inside were also really cute and the dish ware they used were so perfect! read more

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Had a very nice breakfast here with friends we all ended up getting biscuits and gravy, which was a little heavy on the salt but not unbearable. We also ordered some pie to share and French fries. It all tasted good and service was very friendly. They do pack the tables in so it was a little hard to hear at times. Overall would recommend. read more

The Wayland Mill - Bloody Mary - fries - biscuits and gravy. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Can't believe ai haven't written a review for Wayland. One of my favorite spots as a Japanese American the food resonates with me. Familiar flavors and ingredients I grew up on. First visit was back in May. Have been back a couple pf time since before today's visit one for a pop up. I pretty much love every business Yasuaki the owner has been involved in but this is one of my favorites. Staff is always wonderful friendly and great customer service. Today Dad and I shared the Japanese American Breakfast and the PLT with an order of fries. had to bring dessert home their Shoyu Peanut Butter Pie shouldn't be missed. love the umami their sandwiches have. Some of the best baked goods with Japanese touches The space is beautiful with lots of natural light nice and open. Love how you can see the kitchen working. read more

The Wayland Mill - Peanut Butter Shoyu Icebox Pie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Cute cafe and brunch spot, with Japanese American fusion dishes. This spot is conveniently off the Burke Gilman trail. We got the Biscuit & Miso-Chasu Gravy, Saint Paul Sando, and slice of banana flavor cake. I liked the sando and biscuits and gravy - the flavors were nice and savory. The banana cake was good, but nothing too special. The food is good and presented well. I felt like the dishes were a little pricy given the portions, but this is a nice spot! read more

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If I didn't live so far away I would come here allll the time. Maybe it's a blessing for my wallet and a curse for my tummy! Food & drink: (4/5) My partner took me here for my birthday brunch and I can confidently say there's truly nothing else like this around. We got the Saint Paul sando, Japanese-American breakfast with bacon, a hojicha canele, and a yuzu palmer. My partner's favorite was the tamago from the breakfast set. It was light, creamy, and almost custardy in texture. SO good and satisfying. My favorite was the Saint Paul sando, especially because of the sauce which was sort of mustardy. My partner hates mustard so this was an unfortunate miss for him. The jam on the shokupan wasn't my favorite since it was more tart than sweet, but I'm still glad to have tried it. The fruit salad was super refreshing and I was so glad to see fruits other than the typical grape and melon. Ours had persimmon, pear, and apple. Lastly, I LOVED the hojicha canele. The outside has such a delicate crisp with a creamy inside that sort of tastes like an earthier creme brulee. Service: (5/5) Not only is the interior absolutely beautiful and made with intention, but the staff fit in it perfectly. I'm not sure how else to say it, but everything here just works like a well oiled machine. read more

The Wayland Mill - Saint Paul Sando, Fruit Salad, Hojicha Canele, Japanese-American Breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this spot! Delicious food, pastries, and drinks! Indoor and plenty of outdoor seating which is perfect for babies, strollers and pups! Parking was easy to find. We parked on the street. We ordered at the register and they gave us a number and brought the food out to us We got the Japanese set with the egg, toast, and mushrooms/ham and it was delicious! Matcha was on point and the canelle and special banana cake was so good! 10/10 will be back again! read more

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Came here to grab some breakfast with my husband and dog. We were able to sit outside with our dog and they even had dog treats available. I ordered a cappuccino to start off and thoroughly enjoyed it. I started off with the black garlic miso soup. It was good for a slightly cold day outside. For breakfast, I ordered the porchetta sando which came with pork and veggies in between scallion focaccia. I liked this dish a lot and thought it was very flavorful. My husband ordered the Japanese-American breakfast. This came with a slice of shokupan toast with house made jam, shiitake mushrooms and a square egg omelet. This dish was also very good with lots of umami from the mushrooms. I'm not sure what the jam was made out of, but it tasted very fresh. We ordered baked goods to go. The rhubarb ricotta cake was nice and moist and not too sweet. The neri goma cookie was perfect. It was a little sweet and salty at the same time. The cookie is a sesame cookie with chocolate and macadamia nuts. I would definitely come back here. read more

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My friend and I went to check out Wayland Mill. I was wondering what is it like since I passed by while on a run. The inside is spacious and it has a nice calm ambiance. Coffee was good but key lime pie was just ok. They say sudachi is the next big thing but I thought adding it to key lime pie didn't really change anything. The sugared ooba/shiso was intriguing though. Service was great! My friend got the omelette but just that by itself seemed a little sad -- technically it's a slab of tamagoyaki. Looking forward to what other items they're planning! read more

The Wayland Mill - Key lime pie and iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I made a spontaneous late afternoon visit back on 6/7/25. Even lucked out with an angled, shaded parking spot! Northlake sure is evolving and this new development, Northlake Commons is a prime example. It has historical significance as a former mill location and adjacent to Dunn Lumber. The Wayland Mill is its first tenant and well situated to UW Seattle campus, Gasworks Park, UDistrict/Wallingford/Fremont neighborhoods via the Burke Gilman Trail. Pretty much business ventures Yasuaki Saito is involved in are successful, examples include The London Plane (sadly closed), Post Alley Pizza, Saint Bread, Tivoli, and now The Wayland Mill. Of course as expected, there was a line as I approached the entrance. There's both outdoor courtyard seating and indoor seating available onsite. I really enjoyed the interior with various focal points and abundant natural light. Yasuaki Saito was at the front counter during my visit. But because it was late in the day, the pastry case was wiped out, except for two Neri Goma cookies. I decided to try one and have a refreshing iced Yuzu Palmer. Both were excellent. I need to return and try more of the pastry case specialties (collaboration with Chef Ellary), as well as, other intriguing menu items and linger awhile. I definitely enjoyed my 45 minutes onsite. Be sure to checkout The Wayland Mill while in the Northlake area! read more

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Definitely recommend checking out The Wayland Mill, and can't wait to go back to try all their other things. For food, we had the Biscuit & Miso-Chashu Gravy, the Saint Paul Sando, a banana cake slice and a latte. The coffee was standard, but hit the spot. The sandwich was huge, filling and the egg was delicious. The biscuits and gravy hit the spot and was the most memorable, because it reminded me of Arroz Caldo (a filipino rich porridge). The banana cake was the perfect desert (and yes it was breakfast, but it was too good to pass up). The service was fast and friendly, but you walk-up and order at the counter and they'll bring the food out to you. The ambience was extremely casual, lots of seating and easy parking close by. read more

The Wayland Mill - Biscuit and gravy, banana cake and egg sandwich! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food - got the biscuits & gravy and it reminded me of arroz caldo (if you are filipino you know) i could eat it that without the biscuits but kind of nice to add if you are especially hungry. also got the egg sammy which was huge. and a tokyo banana cake. we could not finish it all and ended up taking the cake home. and somehow it was even better after sitting in the fridge for a day. so many other things i would come back to try. service - friendly and helpful. ambiance - family & dog friendly. good amount of seats outside and a few indoors. cute area lots of runners and bikers. chill & laid back vibes. read more

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I tried a variety of dishes during my visits and most of them were delicious. Personally, I enjoyed the food here more than Saint Bread. I love the simplicity yet unique blend of flavors in their dishes. The biscuit and gravy were delicious, especially the miso gravy. The eggs were light in texture but thick in size. The pies were delicious. If you order the key lime pie with shiso, you have to enjoy them together. Without the sugared shiso, it is just an ordinary key lime pie. The peanut toffee pie was rich but not overwhelmingly sweet. I didn't enjoy the Canadian bacon, which was thick and too salty for my taste. The karaage also didn't stand out. The buffalo flavor was standard. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of tables. You order at the counter, then seat yourself. The staff brings the food to your table, but everything else is self-service. read more

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This is a great Japanese-inspired coffee spot! I had the Masala chai and Saint Paul Sando. The Sando was excellent - lots of pickles and the tamago was smooth. I also had the hojicha canele. It was also tasty but a little small for the price. The place itself is spacious with plenty of seating in a new development next to Lake Union. There isn't any wifi and not too many plugs, so it isn't really set up for working, but otherwise a nice place to hang out. read more

A new restaurant with a modern vibe mixing American and Japanese influences. The service was good (actually, when we visited there were more employees than customers, but I'm sure that will change in time). The ginger scallion scone (with pepper and bacon) was delightful - I'll be going back for more. The Japanese-American breakfast was an interesting experiment, but it didn't wow me -- the egg/omelette is done in traditional Japanese style - full of air, wonderfully presented, and lacking in both texture and flavor. The shiitake mushrooms were all about soy sauce -- too salty, and too much soy -- the mushroom flavor was drowned out. This is a new place -- I'm sure that they'll work out the kinks, and modify the offerings based on what sells or inspires. For now, consider it a work in progress. Located near Dunn Lumber, it's an odd place for a restaurant -- with very limited parking - and more at a distance of a block or two. I wish them well - it's an interesting concept -- for now, we'll have to see how it turns out. All that said, it's definitely worth a trip for the ginger scallion scones! read more

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What a unique place! It's like Japanese fusion in a coffee house. There were so many unique offerings on the menu that we went wild ordering above and beyond what we should have eaten and didn't regret it for one second. My friend had to come here because she saw someone reviewing this place on Instagram saying to get the scallion scone and put the egg dish and meat dish in it to make a breakfast sandwich. I have to say, it was a killer breakfast sandwich! Small but mighty! But it was lukewarm. Like temperature wise, it wasn't hot enough. I tried the biscuit with miso gravy. Really interesting flavor, it came lukewarm. I would have enjoyed it better hotter. Not huge on the protien in that meal, I needed more protein to hold down the three deserts I had. That's my mistake. The peanut butter pie... YES. It had some Japanese ingredient in it that I thought would throw me off but I couldn't taste it, perhaps it added to the richness of the flavor. It definitely didn't trip up the delicious flavor. Key lime pie.... UMMMM here I was searching bakeries for the best key lime pie and it was HERE! Also there's this chocolate chip cookie with sesame seeds on it- it was HEAVENLY!!!!! We guessed there might be a little tahini in it. My decaf Americano was forgotten and when it came to the table, I think it was caffeinated. Either that ie it was the sugar high bc I was flying high after this meal. All in all I'd like more protein opinions here and I'd like a name that was more Japanese bc for the life of me I can't remember this average name when I tell people about this unique place they should try. Five stars for uniqueness and for the Japanese flair, three stars for forgetting the coffee, it being caffeinated, and the food not being hot. Five stars for the desserts and the free parking. Try this place everyone, there's nothing like it. Cute plates, how can you wash melamine in an industrial dishwasher? Doesn't it get too hot? You don't have to answer that. read more

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What a wonderful place to get brunch and café items around Seattle! Lots of unique items you can't get elsewhere and I love the Japanese American fusion take on these breakfast items. A very beautiful space and even more beautiful looking food items. My favorite was the Japanese American breakfast set which the egg was the tastiest but everything was great, great service. I highly recommend and would come back. read more

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New favorite spot in Seattle! This peanut butter pie was literally the best pie I've had in my life, light, crunchy all the things. Also thought their miso soup was so simply perfect. Definitely come back to try their dinner menu. Great service and a nice peaceful ambience, the kind of cafe you could just watch time pass by peacefully. read more

The Wayland Mill - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I didn't know what to expect walking into Wayland Mill--just that it was new, and the phrase "yoshoku Americana bistro" sounded intriguing. But from the moment I stepped inside, I knew this place would get really popular. Even during soft opening, they are selling out way early! The design is absolutely stunning. It's the kind of space that makes you slow down and take it all in: warm wood finishes, soft lighting, vintage style plateware that feels like someone picked each piece with care. It's cozy and modern at the same time, and you can tell the people behind it thought through every detail. For food, it's familiar in some ways (like a japanese egg omelet or miso soup or key lime pie), but with just the right twists to make it feel fresh and exciting. I think most of the flavors I've had there were interestingly unique in their execution, which adds to the whole experience! Staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, I can't wait to see more from them. read more

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The first time we came here I was upset because I couldn't understand the menu - but after figuring everything out we got our order and the food was spectacular- I can't even describe how much I enjoyed it. We've been back 4-5 times, brought visitors and everything- love every bite. They're biscuits and gravy is the best I've ever had read more

This place is a total hidden gem! The menu is really unique and lovely. The Hojicha and the tamago omelette were delicious. The service was very friendly and good. The ambiance was really modern and refined and they have a large patio that's covered and shaded too. Will definitely be back! read more

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I really liked this place, and I'm glad to got try it. I got there at 12 on a sunny but cold Saturday a the line was killer and it felt like the line went slowly. I was jsut counting down the people infront of me going inside bc I wanted to wait in the not cold. It took like 30 minutes just to get in the building and 45 to get to the front of the line. The food came out really quick after we ordered though and all the service was really nice. They make your drink while ur waiting for ur table which I think we lucked out on bc I think we got the last open table inside. Overall the food and drinks were all really good. I do think the sandwich was a bit pricey, but it's like deceptively really filling. I feel like 18 for a small sandwich with no sides is a bit pricey but I was actually pretty full after just eating half of it. The mocha was solid, nothing amazing but no complaints. The toffee cookie was good, little salty, sweet but not overalls so. Def one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in the area, very unique. I would love it if they had like an order ahead/ grab and go option since gas works is so close by and that'd be the cutest picnic. Glad I tried it but I probs won't be back while the lines are so crazy, or maybe I'd try to go earlier to avoid the lines. read more

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I got the ginger scone and hojicha canele and it was pretty good. I think if the scone was heated it would've been amazing but felt like it needed more flavor. The hojicha canele had an interesting taste but not the most extravagant taste. I liked how it wasn't too sweet nor did I taste much Japanese whiskey. The service was fast and the place was pretty spacious. read more

The Wayland Mill - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Will Seattle ever get sick of Japanese American fusion? Probably not and neither will I. Bringing a bit of Yoshoku cuisine into this cute location was a welcome sight for me, as someone who perpetually misses the food I had in Japan. How close did this spot get? Honestly, it did really well in capturing the Japanese-western energy. The Japanese-American breakfast egg was a standout for me, and the pastries were delicious. Coffee and matcha were both on point, nothing that the specialty roasters would be impressed by, but that's not the point of this spot. It's a great space to swing by and eat some breakfast while getting some work done or catching up with friends. Recommend you check it out? read more