I stopped by for a late breakfast. The cafe was clean and welcoming with friendly service. Luckily I found street parking nearby. I ordered the Beyond Breakfast Burrito and the Burnt Basque Cheesecake. The burrito was made-to-order with fresh-tasting ingredients. It was also wrapped so well that it didn't fall apart while eating. The cheesecake was delicious with a creamy texture and just the right amount of sweetness. It was on the pricey side though. I enjoyed my visit and spent almost two hours reading. It's a great spot to get work done. They open early, close late, and have great vibes. read more

Cute ambiance and decor for sure. I thought they would have used Mexico beans at this cafe but it seems they just use regular beans/blends. Was hoping they might have some good beans for sale. Got the orange mocha which was tasty. They use Mexican hot chocolate in it. I also was hoping there would be more Mexican pastries available but majority of their pastry case were just regular scones/pastries and just had one type of conchas. When I looked at images in the past, it looked like they had a few more regional options. read more

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First time visiting The wait was a bit long since there was only one cashier taking orders and one barista making all the drinks. That said, the staff were very friendly and patient in answering my questions I ordered a latte with Mexican caramel syrup , which ended up being a bit too sweet for my taste. The coffee itself wasn't bitter or burnt, though, so I'd definitely try other coffee drinks next time Seating can be a little tricky--there aren't many tables, and during my visit one person was occupying a four-person table while working on a laptop read more

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Valentina's is a little jewel of a coffee shop with very special coffee options featuring Mexican chocolate and spices from all over! The atmosphere is sparkling with chandeliers and is quiet enough to socialize or work, flower arrangements on each table, and even the restroom is fire!(go... and you will understand)...check them out! read more

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Love the vibe in here! All the chandeliers hanging from the ceiling make it so cool. Even the bathrooms are pretty and I regret not having my phone with me in the bathroom to snap some pics. Didn't have any food while here because we stopped in before the farmers market but everything looked good. read more

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What a cute gem! The interior is elegant and has beautiful high and low tables. Drinks are also classics but also some with a twist! I love that they offer their drinks in 4 oz as well. Matcha: strawberries were like jam, but slightly tart. This is pretty great considering it's not actually strawberry season. Kind of reminded me of the sweetness of a freeze dried strawberry. It was a bit creamier than I expected, but not in a bad way. I felt like I was drinking strawberry matcha clouds. Mocha with orange: this was fun! The slight citrus zing gave it a more refreshing taste than your usual coffee. Would get again and would also like to try the other fun flavors. Saw some people doing work, saw some people catching up with others. Barista was kind and seemed to be the only one working. However, she didn't rush me to order and was communicative about needing some time before taking my order because she was working on somebody else's drink. I appreciated that! read more

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First, the barista was friendly and helpful. She not only helped me make a very difficult decision, but also gave us ideas for what to do around Seattle. Valentina's menu has some incredibly delicious sounding options making it very challenging to not walk away with 14 drinks. The specialties drink menu is fire -fresas con crema matcha, Tulum latte, Catalan latte, mazapan latte.... What's a girl to-do?? Even a flight option! Unfortunately, the flight cannot be customized as this would have solved some of my decision making troubles. Eventually I settled on the Valencia mocha and got the strawberry concha. To start with, the concha game in the Pacific NW is unbelievable. This concha was soft and chewy with just a hint of vanilla on the lightly sweetened bread. The burst of fresh strawberries was a delightful addition to the pastry. I could smell the orange oils in the Valencia mocha as I walked my coffee to the table. It was vibrant and exciting! I couldn't wait to get into it and it was worth every penny. It reminded me of the holidays with chocolate covered oranges. It was so good-rich dark chocolate with the essence of orange. Highly recommend! read more

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We randomly stumble upon this coffee shop and I'm so glad we did! I remember walking in and thinking how cute it was but I couldn't locate a menu. It turns out their menu was on the counter, which caused (what I felt) me to hold up the line trying to figure out what I wanted to order. By the time we arrived, it was later in the day so understandably they were low on pastry options. I ended up choosing a couple and was not disappointed. The vibes in the cafe were tranquil and cozy. I haven't been back to Seattle but when I go back, I am going to make sure I stop by! I quickly picked up on the fact that it's most likely a family owned business because I saw small children running around behind the counter. I wouldn't say it bothered me but it was something I noticed. read more

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Very rude customer service. Good coffee, but not welcoming or nice at all. Not going to be back here

A beautiful little Cafe right next door to Olympic athletic club. They have some great big goods and other food options and a bunch of Mexican specialty coffees. Their drinks were fantastic and a little different than what I've been able to find from other coffee areas, so I'll definitely be back again. The cafe itself has some really interesting decor and is a great place to sit down and get some work done or catch up with friends. It's one of the few coffee spots open until later in the day as well, so it's definitely going to be a regular spot for me. Service was super fast and friendly and they have water out if you're going to be there for a longer period of time read more

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Very good Mexican Specialty coffee shop! Went on a weekday afternoon and was very calming and quiet for studying. Plenty of tables and variety in seating. Gorgeous design details everywhere and staff is friendly. I just got the Valentina's Latte so very simple and can't rate the menu too much yet but great study or work space all the way. read more

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I visit weekly. I love that the drinks are Mexican inspired. The cafe is beautiful, nice ambiance and customer service. I have done some work here as well. I've tried the Valentina's latte, mazapán and Catalan... all good! The blueberry scone is just enough sweetness, almost doesn't even seem sweet, which I like. They also carry yogurt and other snacks and energy/kombucha retail drinks if you aren't a coffee lover. read more

i go here WEEKLY, the best coffee shop in ballard. valencia mocha is perfect, not too sweet, reminds me of my time abroad. all the staff is super personable. great infused water options. different than every other trendy coffee shop in town but beautiful. i bring everyone who visits me here. read more

Every time I visit Seattle, I have way too many Mazapan lattes. It's SO delicious. In my opinion, one of my favorite cups of coffee in Seattle, I know there are so many to choose from, but this shop has a great vibe, unique menu, and friendly staff. Always a must visit for me :) read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Mazapan Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A wonderful remote work spot or a spot to chat. It's so cozy and the art is so whimsical in here. All there drinks are such awesome flavor combos that kinda never fail. I've tried the orange one and spicy one. The coconut one is pretty damn good as well. brilliant late art. Top it off with a pastry and it's a perfect cozy cafe day. Definitely a top Seattle cafe for me. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Habanero Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I needed a place to meet a friend before dinner in Ballard that stayed open a little later and discovered this and it was super cute and spacious. I ordered the mazapan latte in 8 oz and it was so delicious I regretted not ordering a bigger cup! Barista was very nice too. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - 8 oz mazapan latte and the cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First of all this place is absolutely adorable and let me enjoy my coffee with my pup (love!) Plenty of seating, super friendly staff and absolutely delicious mochas. More gritty chocolate, so good! Had the habanero mocha and can't recommend it enough read more

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I love their rich coffees, luxe decor, and delicious baked goods at Valentina's Mexican Cafè that's located at the old Caffe Fiore in Old Ballard. Their Lotus Biscoff Basque Cheesecake is creamy, decadent, and is perfectly not too sweet. The same goes for their Condensed Milk Coffee that sounds like it would taste super sweet, but it's not... It's so good!!! Check them out when in the area. read more

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My favorite Seattle coffee shop! As a Mexican American, it was so fun to stumble upon this Mexican coffee shop in Seattle. I had a latte with Mexican caramel and it was delicious. I do wish the caramel was mixed with the espresso a bit more before adding the ice and milk, but it was still tasty. The decor was my favorite part. It is a truly beautiful shop that had plenty of space to feel comfortable in. My friend and I read our books for a little in one of the nice booths and it was the perfect place to do that. The servers were also very kind and speedy. read more

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Very friendly staff and a calm atmosphere with lofi music. I've visited a couple of times specifically looking for conchas. They're on the pricier side, so I was expecting them to taste fresh. The flavor is great and, when fresh, I think they'd be nearly perfect. I bought two regular conchas and one filled with jam, and the total came out to $22 with tax. My hope is that day-old conchas could be sold at a discounted rate and/or clearly labeled as such. A quick heads-up would help set expectations, since the texture really does change quite a bit when they're no longer fresh. read more

Visiting from San Diego and added a visit to this cafe to our itinerary because we wanted to support more Latino businesses, but oh my. 1) Decor was beautiful. The cafe was aesthetically elegant and traditional. 2) Coffee was good. We had 2 Mexican mochas-- arguably nothing "special" but good. 3) I've never had a burrito piss me off, but theirs did. $12-13 for a burrito that seemed to be frozen, and so flavorless. The man at the counter seemed annoyed just having to heat it up. I definitely should've just had a pastry because that burrito alone was just gross and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. read more

Beautiful cafe with the cutest interior and bathroom! The pastries are really good and you have to try the burnt basque cheesecake. The sticky bun was also really good and the coffee is strong and smooth. Definitely worth the visit! read more

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A vibe - Diverse Coffee Menu - Great staff Valentina's a whole vibe and I'm here for it. The coffee menu is so unique compared to what's around and definitely worth the try. Pays great homage to their Hispanic coffee roots. Don't get a regular coffee, try something outside your norm. A safe space to do it! The aesthetics are all too pleasing, classy rustic and modern vibes. Great spot to get work done or meet up for coffee. My only complaint is that there is no way to rewarm a coffee should you stay and need it reheated but the barista was nice enough to top me off - which I so greatly appreciate! read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Drip coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been to Valentina's a few times now and have had a good experience each time! It's in a convenient location of downtown Ballard, but not on the main strip, which is nice. They have plenty of seating inside and also have wifi. Outside they have just 2 small tables, but it's very cute. Their drinks are a bit on the sweeter side, but have good variety. All food is prepackaged or prepared in this cafe, but I like the pastries! Overall, a solid addition to the neighborhood and such a cute spot! read more

Food - our breakfast/brunch food was fresh and not just reheated or pre-packaged stuff. The breakfast sandwich for my partner and the veggie burrito for me. They were still serving breakfast items (as available) until around 1pm, which was lovely. They have lots of options for dietary restrictions like vegetarian (me) or vegan or gluten free. The drinks were also fantastic and decently unique selection with a cornucopia of milk options (including sesame milk that I'll have to go back to try). We went with the chai (more spicy than sweet, which is my pref) and the Valentina, which was really good. Service - very speedy and friendly server. She was also very patient with any questions and seemed to be handling a full cafe of people by herself without us even realizing. Ambiance - super cool and funky spot. It's got elegant but unique decor that you want to look at and find more detail in, but doesn't distract from any work or conversation. It's just a pleasant and unique vibe! I would absolutely come back here and am already planning on bringing some friends. Gotta try the cochas next time before they're out! read more

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This is such a cozy little place! Valentina's is such a gem in the Ballard area! I have ordered twice from here now and it really seems like the staff are newer. The concha la Valentina took me by surprise. The sweet bread is huge! It might be a bit overpriced at $11. But I would say that it is made to share. I have tried the Tulum latte and the habanero latte. As a spicy mocha girl, I wish the habanero latte was spicier. I could barely taste the spice. Not sure if I need to ask for less sweet or more spice in the drink. Now the Tuluum latte, I have no complaints! The coconut shines with the coffee. I will definitely be trying more on the menu! read more

As a Latino, I came here hoping to enjoy even a small taste of Latino culture--but instead, I left disappointed, disgusted, and frankly, a little disturbed. While I wasn't expecting much representation in Ballard, I at least expected decent service and basic cleanliness. Unfortunately, this place failed on both fronts. I waited over 15 minutes for a simple chai tea while multiple customers who arrived after me were served ahead of me. That alone would be enough to raise eyebrows, but what I observed during that wait was far worse. There were clear hygiene issues: employees were using bare hands--no gloves--to wipe down cup rims, and I saw tools being cross-contaminated without cleaning in between. One employee opened a container of simple syrup from the fridge, sniffed it, made a face like it had gone bad--and still placed it on the shelf for use. The counter was cluttered with dirty dishes, and milk was left sitting out unrefrigerated. Drinks were left out so long they began to visibly separate into layers of milk, coffee, and watered-down ice. When I finally got my drink, it was overwhelmingly sweet and completely undrinkable. I tossed it in the trash after one sip. This wasn't just a disappointing experience--it was borderline unsanitary. I absolutely would not recommend this spot, especially to anyone in the Latino community looking for a place that respects our culture or basic standards of service. 10 out of 10 do not recommend. read more

I went on a Sunday morning and it was packed with the farmers market going on but I was still able to find a spot to sit with my 3 friends. I got the Valencia mocha and it hit a great balance between the chocolate, espresso, and orange flavors, and isn't too sweet. Drinks took a while to come out, but super understandable given the rush when I went. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Tulum Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My hubby and I didn't know where to go for coffee in Downtown Ballard and ran into this beautiful Cafe'. The service was amazing. The coffee exactly what we needed. And their breakfast was spot on. Very good!!! Along with all this. It's perfectly clean and stunning. Highly recommend this cafe! read more

Loved the warmed strawberry concha! I asked for half the syrup in the mazapán coffee and it was perfect. The breakfast burritos with red salsa were warm, flavorful, and really hit the spot. Great service and an inviting ambiance made the experience even better. Highly recommend. read more

Beautiful, clean cafe with strong, reliable WiFi, vegetarian options, unique drinks, and cozy vibes. It's really well thought out as they have outlets by each desk. The baristas are super friendly and helpful for recommendations in and around the area. I ordered the Catalan latte - it was stunning! Check out the bathrooms, the decor is so pretty!! read more

Finally, the two former employees are no longer working here. This morning, an amazing barista, a young lady from Sacramento, graciously and patiently waited for me. On the days when I don't have my kids, I tend to rush and struggle to order my food correctly. Unfortunately, my poor memory has already forgotten her name. I want to thank my barista for making an amazing drink that looked so cute. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Spicy mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The Habanero Mocha with chili was tasty. The barista was little rude. The interior is cozy;. Hope you get a better one than.e. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Habanero Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cozy space with incredible coffee! I had something off their seasonal menu - Spiced Shaken Espresso (Espresso shaken with house-made piloncillo syrup and cinnamon). It was one of the best coffees I'd had all year! read more

Great coffee and ambiance. Very cute cafe. It is owned by the same owner as the guy who owns Asadero next door

I love the mochas here. The setting is also beautiful and well-lit for a perfect rainy day, with pretty and warm lighting and lots of places to work out of. I especially love the spicy mochas! read more

Valentina has been a nice cafe to have for a few reasons. It's open particularly late for Seattle standards so it provided me with a getaway option when I wanted to get away from my roommate's band practice in the evening once. The wifi is good enough for working but it's a little weak for a video chat. The coffee here is good and it's nice to chill in a relaxed ambiance that Valentina's offers. I sometimes get the specialty mocha, which is a lot less sweeter than mochas I've had in other coffee shops. I also sometimes get the mousse cakes whenever they're available. They seem like they are from an Asian pastry shop - it's cute and it's pretty good. Staff is friendly and I always have a good time here. read more

Valentina's Cafe was a nice experience. If you have not been I would not say you are missing out. We enjoyed the items we got but felt we could get the same at a local Panaderia (Mexican bakery). The staff was very kind and quick with our order. Of course a cute place for pictures and a little girls coffee date. read more

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First off, this cafe might be one of the most beautiful shops and then Scotty was super awesome! Service was phenomenal along with great cups of coffee. Got a croissant as well and loved the buttery soft bites. read more

Valentina’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I wanted to stop back and update my review. I have been back to Valentina's a few times in the past year and have been pleasantly surprised by the progress I have seen. Service seems generally faster and I love all of the pastry and food options. The bathrooms are also so pretty now (a little detail, but it just adds to experience)! The coffee is good, as always. The vibe is a lot warmer and more welcoming than at a lot of nearby shops, and it's actually pleasant to spend time there! I think this will be my go to for the coming fall and winter! read more