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    Tilikum Place Cafe

    4.3 (2.4k reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Schnitzel
    Suzanne B.

    Every bite was completely delicious in this small family owned restaurant. The menu changes weekly so it is worth going back to again over and over. You need reservations and street parking nearby but very much worth it. Service staff were kind and informative.

    Nutty Irishman
    Shao-Lon Y.

    One of the best brunches in Seattle! The restaurant feels like a mix of a diner and a family restaurant. It's small and intimate and everyone is super friendly. Reservations are required for brunch and you'll have to make it 1-2 months in advance, but it's definitely worth it! Their menu changes often but they always have a savory and sweet Dutch baby which you have to get. If you've never had a Dutch baby, it's like a cross between a Yorkshire pudding and a pancake. I have a preference towards savory dishes, so I love their savory Dutch baby which is filled with eggy cheesy goodness. The edges are browned and crispy but the interior is custardy and flavorful. The other dishes here are also amazing. Recently, they had an eggs Benedict with pulled pork and instead of an English muffin, it was a mac and cheese cake. Probably one of the best brunch dishes I've had. Another thing I like about this place is that the prices are super reasonable. Most dishes are around $20 which is great considering the quality and that we live in Seattle.

    Baked eggs
    Constantine J.

    We had a great brunch at Tilikum! In a place that has no shortage of good food to choose from, Tilikum sticks out for its dutch babies and kind service. We had a 20 min wait so we walked down to the Space Needle and then came back to enjoy brunch at the bar top (best seat in the house). We got to watch the kitchen magic and chat with the staff. Chris was our server and he was great. We had the baked eggs and the classic dutch baby (note, it takes a bit longer but well worth it). Food was incredibly flavorful and kept you coming back for more! Freshly squeezed oj was awesome too. Highly recommend Tilikum for a nice Seattle brunch. I would recommend booking a resy as the space isn't that big and it is a popular spot for Brunch.

    Frangipane Apple Phyllo Muffin
    Chandra P.

    Tilikum Place Cafe is an absolute gem and a local favorite not just for the spectacular food, and carefully curated rotating menu; the service and happiness from the wonderful team makes Tilikum Place Cafe special. The cafe is small, and during the warm season it's tough to get a reservation if you have a party larger than two I recommend planning ahead of your actual arrival.

    Menu
    Michael X.

    Tilikum Place has been an interesting place that I have heard is a must try in the Seattle area, and I'm glad to have pay this restaurant a visit! We went on a Saturday around 2PM and we had a reservation so no wait was needed. Due to the location of the restaurant, I consider parking to be moderate to very difficult to find depending on the time of the day. Majority if not all of the options are street side with a 2 hour limit (typical Seattle downtown parking vibe) on all days except for Sunday I think. The ambiance of the restaurant is slow casual, as most of the diners are dine in. Service is warm, attentive, and relatively fast as we were able to get most of our food in the time frame that was mentioned. I had a couple of items, which I'll review down below: French Onion Soup ($10): I got the small portion, which is about a larger coffee cup size serving. There is a thick layer of Gruyere cheese garnished on top with pieces of bread sticking out as you can see in the photo. The stock is has a hearty deep beefy flavor with a sweet slightly acidity after taste. It does taste very comfortable and would hit the soul nicely on a cold day. Dutch Babies ($17 - $18): We got the Sweet Dutch baby ($17) and Savory Dutch baby ($18) since we wanted to try the different flavors and textures between the two. I would describe the texture is a lighter fluffier crepe in terms of texture and flavor. I think I liked the savory one more as it had heartier texture and maintained the crepe crispiness on the outside and fluffiness on the inside. The sweet one became a bit more soggy as time went on, but that's just down to personal preference. Do note that they take 30 minutes to make. Personally, I didn't get very full off of one of them, you may need to order more in addition if you are very hungry. In the end, I think that Dutch Babies are novel breakfast experience and that Tilikum Place is a good place for a light brunch that you can chat with your friends over. I am not the biggest bruncher, so I probably wouldn't revisit, but I would recommend checking out Tilikum Place if you are a big bruncher.

    Nicole X.

    Probably one of my favorite brunch places with really delicious food and not just your generic brunch items. Definitely make a reservation! I genuinely wish I could've ordered everything on the menu. Even the lattes came with little shortbread cookies on the side. The Dutch pancakes are a must get! It takes a bit longer than the other dishes on the menu to come out - they say 30 minutes but I feel like it probably only took 15-20 when I was there. All the dishes were so flavorful and hearty, and they have housemade ketchup that tastes really good too. There's a nice balance of sweet and savory items as well as soups/salads/large breakfast plates/etc. so there really is something for everyone. Their menu changes frequently too so it's perfect for repeat visits and trying new dishes.

    Baked Eggs
    Valerie Y.

    I can't believe it's taken me so long to get to Tilikum Place Cafe. I had such a great brunch there and I can't wait to come back and try more items. My friend and I were lucky enough to get seats from a walk-in, but you should probably make a reservation for any more than two people. It's always busy! So busy that the service does take a while. The food is great. We got Baked Eggs and a Dutch Baby, both dishes were hearty and filling. You must get the Baked Eggs with bread and butter; mostly because it's too salty on its own. It's so great with the bread, the herby taste and the creaminess are wonderful. The Dutch Baby was pretty great too! I would compare it to a personal pie with fabulous crust. I didn't taste the goat cheese much, but I enjoyed the cinnamon + marionberry jam. I'd definitely come back to try the other items on the menu! Everyone recommends the dutch baby but honestly the other items looked more interesting, so don't limit yourself.

    Sweet Dutch Baby: huckleberry compote, cream cheese mousse
    Fionna L.

    The hype is real! Reservations for TPC's famous brunch and Dutch babies are hard to get but so worth it. This is a small, beautiful and homey space that served one of the best meals I've ever had in Seattle. - Eggs Benedict - the Irish colcannon cake (purple potatoes, cabbage, kale, onion) wowed me. It tasted like excellent beef brisket. The eggs were perfectly poached, the bacon was nice and crispy, and the roasted potatoes went great with the lemony hollandaise and curried ketchup. - Sweet dutch baby (huckleberry compote, cream cheese mousse) was divine. These dishes were the perfect portion for two. To top it off, we had a wonderful server, Eileen, who was so warm and genuine. It is hard to find such nice small town hospitality in the city. TPC tops my list of must-try brunch places!

    Emma S.

    This was the perfect place for a weekend brunch & catchup with friends! The vibe inside was so pleasant and relaxing and it was easy to talk to each other. Their well known dish is the dutch baby -- my friend got the savory one which was delicious and I got the sweet one which was also very good. I honestly would probably get the savory one next time! Overall, a great place for brunch, but make sure to make a reservation well in advance because it is so popular and they get booked out.

    Home made sausage
    Teri N.

    I found this place on yelp and decided to give it a try. Didn't make reservations but was able to be seated in about 30 mins. Eileen was our server and was extremely kind and friendly. It was just the Mister and I however, we ordered enough food for 4 . We ordered the savory dutch baby, quiche, baked eggs, french onion soup, cranberry coffee cake, side baked beans, home made sausage, and potatoes and Rose lemonade. Let me tell you .... no pictures will show you just how good all these things were! It was absolutely delicious!!! I later found out that today was Eileen's last day as she will be retiring after working 50 years in the restaurant business. So with that in mind ... I gave her a $50 tip!! The whole entire staff was beyond amazing and really friendly! I felt like I was at home here!!I will be back!! I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a good meal!!!

    French Onion Soup
    Shawana L.

    Easily my favorite place for brunch in Seattle. I had their French onion soup 10 years ago and I thought about it all the time. Revisited the French onion soup last weekend and it is just like how I remember it; it's perfection! The Dutch babies are fluffy and delicious and easily what they are known for at Tilikum Place cafe.

    bailey h.

    Very disappointed that you must have a reservation to dine here. The place was actually quite empty with 4 tables open and we arrived at 10:40, the lady at the front said the next available slot is at 1:30.... Anyways wish it says somewhere so out of towners like us would have some idea and prepare for it.

    Jann B.

    Was able to reserve a table for Saturday brunch. Place is small but seating plan looked efficient. Our server was friendly. Prices aon the higher side. We got a few things here but felt that everything was just okay except the dutch baby which was delicious and stood out. If youre luck you can get seating by the window for a view of the Space Needle.

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    Ask the Community - Tilikum Place Cafe

    Do the Dutch babies have milk or dairy products? I saw the Google menu clarified they have eggs.

    Yes, they also whole milk and are cooked in clarified butter.

    Are there bottomless mimosas during brunch? Or drink specials at all?

    Hello Emily, We do bot serve bottomless mimosas for brunch. In addition to a full bar and wines by the glass:… Read more

    According to opentable, next available reservation is at least a month away. Today is 9/11/2021. Are all reservations booked or do you not take reservations on certain days?

    Shawn, we have limited seating at 25% and require reservations for brunch at this time. We are fully booked through October. We have a wait list every weekend. You can sign up by calling the restaurant 206-282-4830 and we will text about any… Read more

    Do they have corkage?

    I didn't see an additional charge for wine.

    Is brunch on the weekends only until a certain time? Or can customers order off the brunch menu all day?

    I believe it's until 3pm

    Does it have a full bar?

    Tilikum Place Cafe does have a full bar and serves wonderful speciality cocktails and has a great wine list as well. If you are lucky enough to arrive at a time when there is a chair available at the bar...I recommend it! The service is excellent… Read more

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yes we sell gift certificates. Happy to help you. Please call the restaurant during business hours. Thank you!… Read more

    Is breakfast served all day?

    No. When we went, it wasn't served all day.

    Are eggs benedicts served on the weekdays lunch?

    It doesn't seem like the do. I found the Benedict's on the brunch menu only which is on Saturdays Sunday's from 8am -3pm. The lunch menu which is served on the weekdays did not have any Benedict's.

    Is there draft beer?

    Yes they do, only a couple choices but including an IPA. You are in Seattle so every place pretty much have draft beers...

    Can I reserve a table there?

    Yes. They use Open Table.

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