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You are planning a trip to Seattle and begin by researching. First comes the Space Needle, Pike Place, and no doubt about a thousand other attractions you want to check out. I support you in your quest to plan the most amazing trip to the pacific northwest. You will need the fuel to reach each of your destinations. This post outlines the five coffee shops in Seattle that are sure to make your trip downtown memorable.
1. Biscuit Bitch
Biscuit Bitch is located a few blocks from Pike Place and is one of the top ranked breakfast spots on Yelp. It has a menu as quirky as its name and is sure to put a smile on your face. I ordered the dish that I related to most: the Smokin’ Hot Bitch. The food has high kudos from the guests, as you will tell by the line out the door.
While this is not a coffee house, the Biscuit Bitch would not be a popular Seattle breakfast spot if it did not offer specialty java selections. There are several options tea and espresso options, as well as adult humored seasonal drinks.
See more about Biscuit Bitch on their website.
2. Mr. West Cafe Bar
Mr. West Cafe Bar has a special charm about it. Located a few blocks from the convention center, this corner spot greets you with greenery, twinkle lights and the smell of morning brew. My group of friends visited on a gloomy February morning and forgot about the grey city upon walking in.
The staff was extremely friendly and clearly took pride in their work. I absolutely loved the hot mocha that I ordered and it was the best start to my morning.
This cozy establishment is not just a spot for you to fuel up your day; you can also wind down with a nice glass of wine and cheese board. As you enjoy your drink of choice, you can look at the different items for sale. We loved looking at the different mementos while waiting for our coffee. Mr. West Coffee Bar turned into one of my favorite coffee shops in Seattle.
Check out Mr. West Cafe Bar on YELP!
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3. Anchorhead Coffee Co.
Anchorhead Coffee greets you with colorful shrubbery and is a cute sight. The giant “coffee” sign is a major give away that you are at the right place. Somewhat small, this coffee house was full of locals visiting with one another over steaming coffee and scones.
I chose the Nitro Mint Latte which is outside of my comfort zone. The decision was worth the risk as it was light and refreshing. Some of the other drink options that received high praise from my friends included the Pistachio Matcha and the Spicy Mocha.
Check out Anchorhead Coffee Co. on YELP!
4. The Original Starbucks
Starbucks. In Seattle. Surely I do not need to convince you on this one. I do have a different stance on the Original Starbucks. Here it is…
Located in Pike Place, the Original Starbucks is an obvious place to check out if you are in the neighborhood. Take pictures in front and enjoy the thought of what Starbucks has grown into. Now, take a step back and walk away. Do not order coffee from here (unless there is no line).
Let me explain. Each time I have visited, there has been a line out the door. There is always a crowd and frankly, there are 133 other locations in the city selling the exact same coffee. It is a great opportunity to see where a billion dollar company blossomed from, but you should stick to soaking in the moment and get your coffee from down the street.
You are in the city that the company was founded and grew to a global operation, so it should be part of your Seattle experience to sip on a Starbucks beverage to start your day.
Check out the Original Starbucks on YELP!
5. Caffé D’Arte
Caffé D’Arte’s motto is ‘Whole Latte Love’. That motto is only one of the reasons I love this coffee shop. The coffee creations are good and the experience is a memorable one. Located in Pioneer Square, Caffé D’Arte should be the first stop of your day before touring the Emerald City.
We stopped in Caffé D’Arte twice while in Seattle. The first time we stopped in, we had only been in Seattle for less than an hour. It was my first time in this amazing city and I was awe struck. I was living out my favorite Frasier moments. Coffee Niles?
Check out Caffé D’Arte on their website.
The second time we stopped in, we just so happened to be in the neighborhood. We needed an afternoon pick-me-up before going on a walking tour.
Check out Caffé D’Arte on YELP!
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I hope that each of you reading this will someday to get experience Seattle if you have not already done so. These five coffee shops in Seattle became my favorite and I loved sharing them with you.
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Cheers!
