Arosa Cafe

Best waffles, hands down! The food is always fresh and delicious, the service is super friendly,…read moreand the vibe is perfect. Definitely a 5-star spot! Breakfast Sando with Spicy Aioli is a must

I really want to try their waffles, but so far I've only tried their buy 2 for $12 deal on…read morelemonades. They have big buckets that are cute to carry around and drink from and the taste was really good for mine! I got a Passionfruit lemonade which was a small upcharge and my friend got the mango one and was happy with it! Will definitely come back for their waffles next time.

2.3 mi•Chinatown International District

The pickup window.

#strawberry set +ice cream

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Top: #Strawberry Kisses Bottom Left: #Passionate about you Bottom Right: #Not Your Neighbors Lemonade (24oz)

Phin

4.6(154 reviews)

This is such a nice cafe! The space is pretty small but they do have a few tables for you to sit…read moreat, and there is wifi. I got the black sesame coffee, and my friend got the salted cream coffee. They both were delicious, and unique in their own ways. I am a huge black sesame fan so I really enjoyed how strong the flavor was in the drink, but I must say the salted cream coffee was just perfect. I have to come back to try the pandan waffle next!

Good Vietnamese drinks and snacks to try with a nice environment! I had their Pandan coffee and…read morePandan waffle. The Pandan waffle was made well and I enjoyed the crispiness it had. It was tasty and very enjoyable. The Pandan coffee was good as well. It was sweet and the coffee taste wasn't too strong. It doesn't taste like typical Viet coffee though. The ambiance is great. It's decorated very nicely inside and has some cool furnitures and art. There's a decent amount of seating but not a big amount. The service was good. The owner is nice and helpful. The food and drink took a bit of time to make but it was worth it !

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Yogurt coffee and Bac xiu

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Black sesame matcha latte

Moore Coffee Shop

4.4(1.4k reviews)

2.5 mi•Belltown

This is the cutest little coffee shop. Seattle is FULL of coffee shops but this was the only pink…read moreone I saw while there! We walked past Moore Coffee in route to order breakfast and once our food order was placed, I decided to circle back. The service was fast and friendly, and the order was perfectly made complete with a Hello Kitty face on top (see pic!). The space is intimate but it is organized in an efficient manner. If I wasn't doubling back to pick up breakfast I'd already ordered, I would've been tempted to try a pastry here.

I stayed at the Moore hotel and saw this little gem as we checked in. Service was very friendly!…read moreCroissant Breakfast sandwich was great! The decor, like a lot of reviews have stated, is really cool and authentic feeling. If you are in the area, definitely worth stopping by!

Coffee bar and condiment island

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Matcha and Ube latte

Fat's Fried Chicken & Waffles

4.3(961 reviews)

1.3 mi•Central District

One of the best soul food I ever had! Hands down! Chefs in the kitchen thank you…read more The biscuit here... oh lord, prepare yourself for some mouth watering experience, bussssin! Everything was so good here, chicken juicy, mac to the catfish... delicious, this place makes you feel like home, service fantastic, these plates makes you full before you walk out that door, coming in they got some very cool photos and decoration, feeling like the 90s. Mama in here always knows best when you don't know what to eat cause she never disappoints!

First time at this establishment I was excited. It's been on my list of places to try in Seattle…read more I was really looking forward to supporting a community that is part of the LGBTQIA+ they are also a family business well-known in the community and of color. The restaurant is very clean, was greeted by two servers working, friendly atmosphere, noise level was average and it's a smaller establishment, please keep that in mind. We ordered the french fries which are shoestring fries, side of catfish, a side of red beans and rice, and a side plate of fried green tomatoes, which comes with four bite-size pieces. Being from the south born and raised, I'm a particular about my catfish and even though the breading had flavor, the catfish to me did not taste very clean plus there was a hair stuck to the breading of the catfish. It wasn't a small hair. The mystery hair either fell in the oil or it was in the batter is my guess. Because when I went to break the catfish apart, that is when it sprung the rest of it out, there was a small curl tip sticking out of the top of the fish. Unfortunately, the green tomatoes had absolutely no flavor. I will say the red beans and rice had the most flavor. I could taste the seasoning and the spice with a little bit of heat. I also really appreciate that there was some veggies mixed in with some meat as well. The shoestring fries it's either a hit for some or a miss and for me it was a miss, but I've had lots of different kinds of shoestring fries from multiple locations, and different states. It's a hard one to make. They were fried crispy and excellent. I would say it's more of the seasoning that was a dislike. The decor throughout the restaurant was beautiful to view. There are photos of the owners their family and friends. Not only could I see the love and commitment put into this restaurant, but also I could feel it as soon as I walked in. My takeaway is for the cooks to wear hairnets and if they have beards, to also put nets on their beards to further prevent hairs falling into people's food. Fried green tomatoes are not an item that can be found at most restaurants. It's easy to make but definitely the seasoning on it could be improved. Also, possibly just going simple with the seasoning like salt and a little pepper on the shoestring fries, sometimes keeping it simple is the best. A topic I want to touch on, not because I got it, but because going through the reviews prior to coming not too many people were discussing the waffles and this was a direct witness of what I could see. I did not taste it so I can't describe how the waffles tasted, but they look like they were cooked golden brown, which was nice but they are I would say more on the thinner side than what I usually see at places that serve chicken and waffles. If you are reading this review and you are looking for a place that serves you a nice thick waffle please do not come here because you will be disappointed, and I do not want people being disappointed when they are looking for something in particular and they end up ordering something that they did not want. Besides my recommendations, as I mentioned, this is a place that is full of love and commitment and I appreciate the community that has supported this establishment. It is not easy keeping a restaurant open and it's even harder these days being a person of color to even have your own establishment. As always, my friends be safe out there. Thank you for reading this review and I'll see you at my next bite *=*

Seating

Tried to get a few meals out of the fried chicken and waffles. So good!

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Empire Roasters & Records

4.3(378 reviews)

4.7 mi•Columbia City

loved that my first visit was a good one and great coffee or in my case chai latte and yummy bagel…read moreand house made jam to eat (sorry I didn't take a picture of that I was kinda hungry lol ) just perfect for the Seattle vibes I live by thank yall Empire Crew My other visits I wish I got the great guy on Wednesday there he was a cool vibe and great persona for a cafe like this cool shirt too The upstairs records man I'll get a record player again cuz I loooove the selections very nostalgic and so perfectly Seattle vibey Have to try the roof top seating loved how the floors have earthy themed and woody charts and tables Yall are my top favorite cafe to go too when I can get a chance

I have always been a fan of this business. The vibe is Bohemian rockstar and super welcoming to…read moreall. Go up the stairs to the second floor where you can purchase records. Continue up to the fourth floor, where there is an outdoor patio for those sunny days in Seattle. They make their own cashew milk which created one of the best lattes I have ever had--no syrup or sweetener needed due to dates they add. I'll definitely be back.

Seating options are available throughout the cafe from outside to the rooftop!

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Avery’s Chicken & Waffles

4.7(27 reviews)

21.7 mi

I was at a high school event and Avery's Chicken & Waffles was parked outside. I decided to give it…read morea try during one of the breaks and am SO glad I did. I had the 3 chicken tenders and they were amazing! The batter is light yet very crunchy it's not heavy or overly breaded like some other places. This batter doesn't overpower the chicken and, instead, perfectly compliments it. I had it with buffalo sauce and it was a perfect pairing. If I weren't so full, I'd go and get more. :)

Amazing chicken sandwich. Got it tossed in Buffalo sauce with blue cheese. It is HUGE! Waffles were…read morealso very good, and they have fries although not listed on the menu.

5.3 mi•Ballard, Phinney Ridge

My pooch drooling over the tenders

Look at these beauties!

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Menu Dec 2022

A Lamb’s Quandary

4.6(37 reviews)

Delicious and and fun. My friend and I had the brisket and kimchi sandwich on a waffle bread…read more Delicious!

I came for brunch here with my family while visiting Seattle for a wedding and loved our experience…read morehere. We were able to walk in with a big group on a Friday during the day without a reservation and there was plenty of seating. The inside of the cafe is super cozy, colorful, and with plenty of natural light. They have coffee and other hot/iced drinks such as matcha and teas. Their food speciality is their waffles but they have other items on the menu if waffles are not your vibe. The dishes have a little Korean flavor twist which I thought was genius and worked well. I tried a matcha latte which was rich, and not sweet at all (which is my preference). I also ordered a breakfast salad which was divine! It came with a runny fried egg, some delicious mushrooms, and a very umami and soft tempeh. I'm not a fan of tempeh but they really made me love it here and wish I had their recipe!! I added some avocado for extra creaminess and smoked salmon which was of very high quality. It was definitely the perfect meal. My husband tried the savory waffle which he also really enjoyed. Would definitely come back here for brunch if I were in the area. Inventive and delicious food, filling portions, excellent service, and very lowkey!

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Italian beef waffle Sammie with hashbrowns

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Waffle Stop

3.8(141 reviews)

18.9 mi

Was down the street and my 4 year old wanted waffles. Was expecting to order at a counter and have…read morea number called. We were pleasantly surprised when we were seated with a smile and friendly service even though they closed in half an hour. I didn't feel rushed, but also didn't want anyone to need to stay late on our behalf. I ordered the Nashville Hot chicken. Temperature wise it was very hot. Spice was pretty mild in my opinion. Waffle was okay. Seemed like everything had been premade and frozen maybe. My daughter had the kids strawberry and whipped cream waffle and it was decent. The service was excellent and the food was okay. I'd probably only go back if I was 5 minutes away and the kid's wanted waffles.

Cute place! Was visiting my friend for July 4th and I wanted to hang out with them for the morning…read morebefore heading back to West Seattle. It was packed inside but we were seated fairly quickly. All the staff we encounter were really nice. I had originally wanted to stop by for a Bloody Mary but also ended up ordering a mini mess haul. I ate a little less than half and took the rest home. The waffle was smothered in a sausage gravy that was a bit bland for me but hot sauce helped. This place remained busy the whole time we were here. Which I take as a good sign. The Bloody Mary I ordered was so yummy. Definitely need the salt that morning haha.

Restaurant area

Chicken & Waffles

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Outdoor seating available

Sugar Rush Waffles & Crepes

4.5(25 reviews)

17.3 mi

5/5 highly recommend if you're trying to grab something sweet. I got me a crepe with Kit Kat…read moretopping.

Over charged, and then when I brought it up, she acted as if she didn't hear me. Then tried to give…read moreme a scoop of ice cream for compensation of a milk shake. I asked her if she over charged me again, then she said yes and laughed. I'd check your purchase when here, it's giving very dishonest. I understand when there is a sense of accountability when mistakes happen, because yes honest mistakes do happen, but to laugh and act like nothing is unprofessional. Stay away.....

Courtesy of the business (IG photos)

Sugar Rush Waffles & Crepes - Waffle, Milk Chocolate Drizzle, M&M Topping, & a scoop of Vanilla. Crepe, Milk Chocolate Drizzle, Strawberry Topping, & a scoop of Vanilla.

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Waffle, Milk Chocolate Drizzle, M&M Topping, & a scoop of Vanilla. Crepe, Milk Chocolate Drizzle, Strawberry Topping, & a scoop of Vanilla.

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Manushi Manish S.

Elite 25

140

329

2 years ago

Arosa Cafe is a hidden gem for amazing coffee and waffles. The ambiance is charming, with a cute, cozy setting and a wall of customer photos that give it a homely feel. Although seating is limited, the service is excellent. The friendly staff are always ready with great recommendations to ensure you have the best experience. I tried their famous Swiss Mocha and waffles with Nutella and strawberries, and both were fantastic. The presentation was impressive, and the taste was even better. I will definitely be back to try more of their sandwiches and waffles. Highly recommend this spot for a delightful treat! read more

Karisa G.

163

4 years ago

Hands down the best cafe around!! The owners, Cesar and Adriana, are extremely kind and provide top notch service. They create a very homey environment where everyone is welcome and treated like a regular. The coffee is excellent and they have a handful of different food items (pastries, sandwiches, soups, etc.). My favorites are the waffles and croissants. Everything is 10/10! read more

Brian R.

12 years ago

Excellent coffee. Quick and friendly. Will be back.

Arosa Cafe - coffee - Updated September 2026

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