I've been going to Cafe Javasti for close to 8 months. I want to highlight the great family friendly vibe and exceptional customer service. Emma and their team always go above and beyond and hope that this review goes to the general manager of operations. I would highly recommend the food and coffee. read more

A friend of mine was craving crepes in the late afternoon, and I wasn't sure where to take her in the Ballard area, knowing that a lot of brunch/crepe places are closed by 2-3 pm. I used Yelp to find Cafe Javasti, read the reviews, and off we went to explore. I was super pleased (and surprised) at how tasty the crepes are here! When I first arrived, I wasn't sure if I wanted a savory or sweet crepe, because quite honestly, both options sounded really tempting. I went with a ham, spinach, swiss, and pesto (an addition I requested), and boy, it was really tasty. Hit the spot perfectly. The coffee here is excellent, too! The barista made my "high-maintenance" breve au lait perfectly. This inside is really charming and cozy, too. It was raining the day we visited, which probably contributed to the inviting feeling inside. I saw quite a few people camped out with a cup of coffee and their laptops. There is also local art on the wall that you can buy. I imagine this gets changed out frequently. Since I'm a late weekend sleeper, Cafe Javasti is perfect for me to be able to wake up late and still get the brunch fare I am craving. I am definitely going to return! read more

Cafe Javasti - Ham, spinach, Swiss, and pesto. YUM. - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of my favorite indie cafes in Seattle...and it has a refreshed interior! Cafe Javasti in Maple Leaf is a neighborhood anchor with consistent baked goods, assorted crepes, and well crafted coffee. Heck in another lifetime I actually interviewed to be a night baker, but the call of biotech led me astray. I was so upset hearing that Prince passed away this morning, drove around all over the city weeping with each song that played. Music from high school and college has a tight grip. Anyways, despite driving among humanity in downtown Seattle during lunch rush, couldn't get a clue. Found myself exiting off I-5 and ended up at Cafe Javasti. Great baristas, soothing comfort food for a late lunch, and uplifting music. I'm able to stop tearing up and even start tapping my foot. Time to celebrate life. Thanks Cafe Javasti, my trusted cafe for over 15 years-plus. read more

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Cashier with silvery purple hair took nearly 10 minutes just to take the single order of the lady in front of us. Our order was simple; we all ordered the same crepe to go. We still waited 40 minutes for them. They each sat getting cold while the single crepe cook finished them one at a time. There were a lot of people working but while the crepe cook was working very hard was not clear what the other staff were doing to help. The crepes are still some of the best I have tasted. That's the dilemma. Cook is great. Food is great. Experience and wait time is awful. So I suggest getting them to go, reheating when you get home, and being prepared to wait at least half an hour or more after ordering for them, or eating in with time to kill an hour while you wait for your food and ask for them as they are done or 1st one will be cold while you wait for the 2nd etc. Be ready to eat before everybody is served in your party or eat cold food. Or maybe the owner will better train his or her staff and get a 2nd crepe cooking station so service is faster, and get heat lamps so warm food is kept warm. Actual crepe cooks deserve a raise. Both weekday and weekend ones. We have gone both times and both cooks were exceptional. read more

Cafe Javasti - #1 strawberry Nutella whip cream almond crepe to go. - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This crepes at this place are up there with the best I ever had, and in terms of commercial establishments they are hands down the best - tender and "melt in your mouth," with no hard, dry edges. I should be a little more adventurous, but the #10 is so good that recently that is what I've been getting every time I go there. The bakery items are also scrumptious. This is mainly a counter service type of establishment, although they do bring your crepes to your table once they are ready. Seating is somewhat limited and cramped, and the atmosphere is nothing special, which is why I give only four stars. There are about three tables out on the sidewalk, but the street is busy. This place is located in a neighborhood, with all the parking issues that implies. Best to come during off-peak times. Highly recommended for the superlative crepes! I doubt you will find any better. read more

First time in. Just needed a quick bite. Got a chicken salad that was ready made. I was VERY disappointed when I finally sat down to eat. After tax and tip, this was a $9 salad that was 98% greenleaf, .06% chicken, .04% other shit, and the final 1% was dressing. I am now spite eating this pile of green while being incredibly dissatisfied. Super bummers AMMENDMENT TO ORIGINAL REVIEW. After the initial review, the genuine and kind response from the owner Made me want to give the salad and the shop another shot. It is thoughtful staff and customer service that pushed me to alter my review. The little Things, right? read more

Cafe Javasti - Chicken salad. - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a cute crepe and coffee shop! I have yet to try the crepes, but the coffee is great! The staff is also so nice and friendly.

This little cafe is perfect for a rainy day whether you are by yourself or with a group. There was nice relaxing music playing in the background and the staff were friendly and attentive. We had a delicious, steaming hot cup of drip coffee served in a large mug. (Refills are only $0.25). We ordered the savory crepe, number 8 on the menu board, made with ham, Swiss, spinach and tarragon sauce. (You can add an egg for an extra dollar). What a tasty treat! Don't miss out on the cookies, we had the oatmeal made with cherry, chocolate, and almond. It was both crispy and chewy. Next time we come in we will have a sweet crepe. Overall it is a pleasant experience on your way to work or on a lazy weekend. read more

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They know how to make almond milk lattes. No burning or scalding the almond milk - just 100% smooth and tasty. The coffee beans they use are great! Always clean. Great nooks for getting work done. Local artists featured on a regular schedule. Fresh berries sometimes. Yum! read more

A review update is much needed and well deserved, since my last post. Javasti, you are killing it this morning, in the very best way possible! The tunes, decor, ambiance, my breakfast sammie (bacon, egg, and spicy jalapeño), and double americano are all individual ingredients for the recipe of the perfect Seattle morning. FYI to those who may not have been here in a while:: they've completely redone the interior; lights, lots of simple lighting. It looks great and very modern, with the coziness to enjoy a warm cuppa. read more

Javasti is like home to me. I love the people and the delicious crepes! The decor is creative and cool. And they rotate shows of local artists work on the walls. I'm so glad they've stayed open and safe during Covid! read more

I might have had better crepes, but then again I might not have. I'm not sure. But their crepes are DELICIOUS. They're fresh, and the fruits used are fresh; the strawberries, bananas, etc. The coffees are tasty too. The drip, the americanos and the lattes. I don't mind the extra foam here. The overall atmosphere is very pleasant. Lots of people reading, working on their laptops, or having small laid back conversations. What really distinguishes Javasti from other cafes in the neighborhood is the service. The gals serve customers like they mean it. Every one of them. read more

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We stopped here for breakfast while visiting friends in the neighborhood. The crepes were amazing and surprisingly filling (even the sweet ones). Our group all loved theirs and our assortment of beverages as well. read more

Cafe Javasti - Nutella and banana crepe - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I come to Café Javasti because I really enjoy the community here, and the staff is pretty friendly. I love the fact that I can get a buckwheat crêpe, sans gluten, and a fabulous dairy-free, dark chocolate hot cocoa. That hot cocoa just warms my heart and my body. I'm constantly meeting fascinating strangers, and making new friends, along with sharing lots of stories. I can walk here, or drive, and find plenty of street parking. It may be a little bit of a wait for the food, but it's worth it with all of the good conversation. Bring your laptop and get a little work done using their Wi-Fi for free. Whether you're here for the coffee, the tea, the crepes - gluten-free or regular - fruity and sweet or savory, the pastries, the quiche, or just the company, it's all good. They're open from early in the morning until 7 at night, and on the bus line for the 66 and 67. What I want more of, really tasty gluten free crepe batter (buy some Pamela's GF baking mix), cookies or pastries, its easy to make in-house or order from a local gf baker. The buckwheat isn't really that good, I just eat it cuz you're close to me and don't have another option. I'd love to really enjoy the crepes! read more

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We've lived in the neighborhood a few months and only just got round to visiting this cafe. We were super hungry so decided crepes were a good idea. They certainly were. I had an egg, cheese and tomato crepe and it was very simple but very well executed. I'm very tempted to return for a sweet crepe as they sound delicious. You can also get buckwheat flour for a small supplement. The cafe itself is very simple and low key but friendly enough. They have a water dispenser so you can just help yourself to water. They also sell cookies and a few muffins and cake type things if you just want a quick bite. read more

Good spot for a quick bite or some coffee if you are in the area. I just finished a hot Ozo crepe and a cappuccino, they were not bad. The Ozo was tasty and was balanced quite nicely with the olives and artichoke hearts. It was served with a simple presentation (open to see the ingredients). The crepe it self was a little over done on certain parts and did not have the nice fully texture. It felt too crunchy and dry; however the rest of my crepe was soft and fluffy. The cappuccino had a smooth and creamy feeling while holding its foam till the last drop. You could really taste the coffee, and it had a really nice after taste that stays in your mouth for a while. Their coffee is from batdorf and Bronson coffee roasters. Overall the food and drink is not bad, just not anything super good. It is a place I would go to if I was in the area and wanted coffee or crepe, but I would not drive out to this place. With that said, it is also not a place for reading or work if you like a chill cafe environment, it was quite loud when I visited this spot. And with the other reviewers, the workers are not super nice, they seem indifferent. read more

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Stopped here in the morning on Easter day, since other places were closed. They had Easter hours, but were still open. The coffee was great, and were I not already late to where I was going, I would have sat down, relaxed, and had a slow morning - it's that kind of place. The food offerings, which I sadly didn't try, looked excellent. Lots of diverse breakfast options, far more than most other coffee shops. Only complaint is that they're not open later, however, that's my complaint with most coffee shops. I'll go back. read more

This place was just down the street from where we were staying for our trip so we decided to check it out one morning. I ordered a short vanilla latte and a sautéed mushroom crepe. The vanilla latte was good. The sweetness was just how I like my lattes so I'm glad I wasn't disappointed. As for the crepe, i like the fluffy texture it had. The ingredients are simple and straightforward with no sauces to overwhelm the flavor of the mushrooms. Overall, I liked this place but I wouldn't say their items were life changing in any way. It's a good place to stop if you want a quick drink or meal. read more

Cafe Javasti - Sautéed mushroom crepe - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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There's nothing wrong with a small neighborhood cafe that serves standard but good caffeine incarnations and crepes. I only tried their chai--reasonably priced (well, same as anywhere else in Seattle), but it was tasty and hit the spot. I might be back for the crepes; we'll see. Bottom line: No reason not to go. read more

Had a savory crepe for the first time ever, the chicken mozzarella cheese tomatoes and pesto, and I must say...it's pretty good! I have always only had sweet crepes because savory ones seemed disgusting to me, but this place definitely proved me wrong! Had a sweet crepe here too and it's not bad, except the portion (for both) is much smaller than I'm used to for the price. Then again, I am comparing them to creperies in LA. Ordered a white mocha and thought it's really good as well. Tried a sip of their chai tea, not bad either. read more

Cafe Javasti - Chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, and pesto savory crepe - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Great coffee!! I had a lunch on Kona Kitchen(next door) and stop by here for a coffee. I don't like acidity, but this one is very deep and great smells with smooth taste. I love here. read more

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I really wanted to like it - I live in the neighborhood and pass the cafe almost daily. I was hoping this may be on one of my regular stops and I usually much prefer local shops as opposed to chain shops. At best I'd say it's edible. I won't be returning and recommend going to Jewel Box Cafe right down the road at Thornton Place instead. My husband and I ordered 2 crepes, pumpkin bread and a latte to go. I like dark, rich roasts but this wasn't it. My latte tasted like burnt coffee watered down. It also lacked the body a latte usually gains from the steamed milk. The pumpkin bread was dry - I make better pumpkin bread from a box. The crepes were weirdly open instead of wrapping/folding in its contents. I had the pesto chicken and it had little pesto in it and the chicken was shredded beyond recognition. Why wasn't the chicken breast cut in small bites instead? Makes me wonder if it's not chicken breast and shredding disguises its origins. All in all Cafe Javasti was a big disappointment. read more

Good coffee and decent food but the noise level is quite distracting. The staff are friendly but spend time in the back room socializing and forgetting that their noise level travels throughout the cafe. Probably won't return unless I'm getting a drink and leaving. I suggest this place invest in sound panels. read more

I usually crave pancakes for breakfast but I decided to try having crepes instead especially since I was in the neighborhood. The olive tapenade crepe, the chicken mozzarella and pesto crepe, and the Nutella banana crepe were all very good. Of the two savory crepes, the olive one was most flavorful. The Nutella one was for dessert and was my favorite. It wasn't too sweet and had these toasted almonds and whipped cream on it that really added a nice touch. Had a mocha as well and it was mediocre. It wasn't frothy enough. The menu had quite a few options of crepes for different preferences and eating restrictions. I would suggestion they offer fresh juices or smoothies. That would be the perfect touch. They have some outside seating but the traffic is a bit noisy and the choice of music inside wasn't great and was way too loud. The staff was helpful and the food came quickly. I will definitely be back for more! read more

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A neighborhood treasure! Open for pick up!!! Been coming here since they opened (decades ago??) Unfailingly happy, clean, and delicious. All baked goods are great. My favorites are blueberry scones and Kentucky Butter Cake (like a really good pound cake) Staff is always sweet and kind. Please visit them- our neighborhood NEEDS them to survive this crazy time. read more

Reasons I Like coming to Javasti: 1- good sunlight, not overwhelming, but not dark and dank. 2- DELICIOUS homemeade pastries, sandwiches, soups and crepes! 3- Good sized tables, with enough room to spread out my homework 4- Even when it's crowded, there's always somewhere to sit. 5- Did i mention the DELICIOUS HOMEMADE FOOD? Reasons I Don't Like Javasti: 1- For some reason, everyone knows each other and sometimes you feel like you're invading someone's private party in their living room... 2- There is almost always one lady with her kids that are running around, knocking over your water onto your homework and then crying while you get a glare from mom for doing nothing wrong.... Overall, the pros outweigh the cons and the food and coffee are great. If you come here early (like 8 or 9) and not on weekends, you're less likely to run into the cons. read more

Cute little corner cafe in Seattle. Clean and staff is sweet. Coffee is amazing and the menu although small, it has some good options. They also have sandwiches and snacks as well. Parking to the side of the building. Price... Well, I am frugal but the price is adequate for the quality and taste of the crepes. read more

When I moved right across the street from Javasti over a year ago I thought it would be my new favorite hangout/homework/meet up with friends spot. Well, it never did. The ambience is great, smallish, but lots of places to sit, lowered lighting, big front window. The food the few times I've eaten there has been delicious. However, their coffee leaves much to be desired. I usually have Americanos when I go out for coffee, and it has tasted burnt the few times I've gotten coffee here. The inhouse cappuccino is decent, but not worth repeating. read more

I had one great experience here, and one terrible. The terrible one outweighed the great one. So, I love crepes. I came here once and got a breakfast crepe with eggs, bacon, veggies... it was a special. At 7 AM and with excellent Americano, in a quiet cozy place where I could read in peace, it was lovely. Then, having experienced something lovely as described above, I came back. It was busier on a weekend morning, with lots of people. Pastries were half gone and the selection remaining was not that exciting (I am picky). So I decided to order a lemon crepe. My memory of a lemon crepe from other places in this city is lovely and sweet - a touch of lemony syrup - or curd - and a sugar powder on top. This lemon crepe was... god, how do I describe this abomination... It was a flavorless piece of dry dough with a sprinkling of sugary powder (of which there was not enough to improve the flavor of whatever this was), and a piece of lemon on top. A piece of lemon. That's what they mean by lemon crepe!!! I have no idea if this always happens here, or if the cook that day had a hangover and couldn't bother to actually do his or her job, but with an experience this inconsistent, I am never coming back. And it was totally not worth even the small price I paid for it (4 bucks). Oh, and the amount of screaming kids here is totally not worth coming back. My last pet peeve is that the hours are just silly; for people who work late this place is probably not even an option. read more

Delicious coffee and ohmigod -- the crepes. There is no better treat on a lazy weekend morning than to sit in the window with a perfectly-prepared latte, an equally perfect crepe stuffed with ham and mozzarella, and a newspaper. Bliss! Aside from the crepes and coffee, the best reason to visit is the staff. They are all unfailingly friendly, quick to chat with newcomers and regulars alike. This is one of the best neighborhood coffee shops in the city. read more

Ever want to just get up and get some coffee and not have to go to a family reunion, garage sale, or church meeting? You too? Well, walking into this place is like involving yourself in all of those things simultaneously. There is usually a line out the door and the barista's tend to discuss the scriptures and anything else you can imagine with every customer within earshot. read more

I LOVE this place. They have the best banana bread and scones. I go here for coffee and a snack or I order food from their little kitchen for any get together a I host and/or attend. Highly recommended. read more

Excellent customer service and they have crepes! Wifi could be faster ...this is a cute coffee shop with local espresso beans and baked goods in a small neighborhood. Great for weekends ! read more

I have a feeling I would give it more stars if I ate their crepes. That seems to be their thing more than coffee. There are always ladies with kids and the older regular set eating crepes all up in that place. Perhaps the idea was for a creperie, but the owner knew s/he would have to make coffee too? The baked goods look good, too. Maybe I should go just for eating .... The baristas are always pleasant, in my experience. When I was trying to decide between Javasti and Van Gogh as my regular neighborhood place, I judged based partly on how into conversing with me the baristas were. I had decent luck here. Then there is the coffee. It really isn't very good. I believe you can judge a place on its americano. That tells you (1) is the roast good, and (2) are the baristas adept at their pulls. You can hide anything with milk, but an americano bares the soul. Javasti falls flat. I walk the extra three blocks to Van Gogh's. read more

Bomb coffee. Loved the pumpkin bread. Love the ambience. Great service and really nice baristas. I'll be sure to come back whenever I'm in the area. Especially since they're next to Kona Kitchen. read more

The best coffee shops in Mapleleaf and Wedgwood! My wife and I used to frequent the Mapleleaf location on 5th Ave. Now, we go to the second location in Wedgwood at 8617 35th NE since it's a little closer. Scott and Anne Marie serve up rich Batdorf & Bronson coffee in a pleasing neighborhood shop. The quality of coffee is worlds apart from Starbucks' mass-market approach. It's that attention to detail, and the friendly staff, that keeps us coming in several times a week. Thanks guys! read more

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Cafe Javasti is one of my favorite coffee houses at the moment. They have really good espresso drinks (Batdorf and Bronson beans), especially the latte, and also very good baked goods. The breakfast sandwich was also very tasty, and the use of bacom jam was very appreiated :). They also spcialize in crepes, which looked awesome, but I haven't had a chance to try one yet. Service has always been friendly, and it's no surprise that it's a popular neighborhood spot. read more

Absolutely love this place! Not only do they serve great coffee, but awesome crepes as well. We came in on Friday and tried the strawberry crepe, it was so delicious. Service was fast and efficient. We can't wait to go back and try more items on their menu! read more

After a lovely Saturday morning at my favorite dance studio, I was looking for a place to get my caffeine fix and get a bite to eat and stumbled upon Cafe Javasti, which provided exactly what I was looking for. They had a couple different kinds of quiche which was perfect for an afternoon snack (might I suggest the chicken variety?), but also have a pretty extensive selection of other pastries and crepes. Their coffee was great and they made a lovely design in my latte...I am such a sucker for latte art! My favorite thing about this place, though, was the community feel. I could tell there were some deep and thought-provoking conversations happening and it was one of those places where staff and patrons recognize each other as if it was some type of weekly ritual for everyone. They definitely have the right coffee shop vibe going on! read more

Always awesome! Best chai, great sandwiches (Omg wedgewood veggie) and don't forget to try a sweet or savory crepe! Can I also mention how friendly the staff is??? I wish i lived closer. This was going to be 41/2 - 5 stars except on two occasions a newish young cashier rung up by chai for a large/venti price instead of medium/tall... I've never spent over $4 for a tall chai in my life! Anywhere! I'm sure it was an oops and unfortunately I was in such a hurry to get to work that I didn't say anything once I realized what happened. read more