I always start reviews with the fact that we're transplanted New Yorkers, so you know we know good…read morefood. Sabine has been running under the radar for us because by day it's a chic cafe, but by night it becomes a delicious restaurant! We were told to go for dinner by quite a few people and finally, on a Friday night it worked out! We did get a reservation which I highly recommend because the place was PACKED. We got the Hummus, the Roast Lamb Flatbread, and the Chicken Schnitzel. The flatbread was good, really nicely balanced, but i know this is crazy: the schnitzel was the standout! The most competent schnitzel with delicious salad and pickle topper you can imagine. The hummus was vital, and we got more pita to eat with it because WOW. Smooth and creamy with a harissa topping. Amazing. Next time we want to try the kebabs. Austin was an incredible waiter who was available at just the right intervals, and also made recommendations while giving us restaurant info and chatting just enough- which is a skill!!! Friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond for us. The seasonal blackberry ice cream was wildly good and I'd go back just for that. But seriously don't miss out of the load bearing hummus. One thing of note is that it's a bit loud! So be ready for crowd noise, at least at the outside seating which was great for people watching. We will be back!!!

Ambience is 10/10 - great spot, lots of sunlight, beautiful bar…read more Coffee and drinks are also great. Food is just ok. Friendly attentive staff.

Italian Coffee! The aroma is out on the street and the…read morecoffee is amazing. Loved the biscotti too! The overall ambience, decor of this coffee place is great!

Cute little coffee shop in the heart of Ballard. Nice staff and gave me a few recommendations in…read morefood. The cafe can get busy but overall a chill vibe. Parking can be hard and expensive in the area but super walkable being in the middle of everything. Food coffee and food. Would definitely stop in for a break especially on a raining day like today

Well I just came to Yaygit for a green juice, and it was probably the best I've ever had. I got…read morethe Super Green and added kiwi. Absolutely delicious and exactly what I needed. The prices are high but this is Seattle and it was what I expected to pay for something like this ($11). I can't speak to the food but what I saw people eating looked tasty. If you need a juice fix and don't mind splurging a little, I would highly recommend a stop.

All the tables were dirty and the cafe was empty when I arrived and remained so during my wait for…read moremy order. The restaurant looked antiquated and the kitchen area didn't look organized. The person who took my order also prepared my order. The soup was slimy and had a strange smell. The grilled cheese sandwich was soggy from the excessive sauerkraut on top and the size. The cheese was not fully melted and it was a very disappointing experience both texture and flavor-wise. I also got a tofu sandwich and it's literally raw tofu thinly sliced and looks absolutely anemic. I would never recommend this cafe to anyone due to the cleanliness, food quality, and lack of care for flavor.

For my beverage, I had an iced matcha made with lemonade and topped with vanilla coconut milk cold…read morefoam. I was extremely refreshing. It was a perfect treat and was light in my stomach. The foam was so deliciously creamy. I loved the lemon flavor, and it worked well with the matcha. I think they could have done a little more lemon, but I always think that. They have lots of beautiful looking pastries to try. The croissants were especially beautiful to admire. There is ample amounts of seating, so you can choose to take your goodies or eating them inside. I went in the early afternoon, so there wasn't any line, but I am sure if you went at brunch time, it would be a whole different story. It is close-ish to Greenlake, so if you are willing to brave the hill, then it is a great post walk/ post workout spot.

Fresh Flours was such a pleasant surprise!…read more I tried the lavender matcha and it was sooo good--perfectly balanced with just the right hint of floral without being overpowering. Definitely one of the more unique and memorable drinks I've had in a while. I also got the oat and coconut cookie, which was absolutely divine. It was incredibly soft and had a great texture, with the coconut adding a really nice flavor. Honestly one of those cookies you wish you had grabbed two of. The service was also super friendly, which made the experience even better. Everyone was welcoming and helpful, and the overall vibe felt warm and inviting. On top of that, the prices were very reasonable, which is always a nice bonus. Great drinks, amazing baked goods, and kind service--would definitely come back.

I come here nearly every day with my dad as part of our morning routine, and let me say I can't…read morethink of a better place to start your mornings than here. The staff is very helpful and kind. We always get our drinks pretty quick. I sit here sipping a mocha with a breakfast burrito, watching the roasting machine make some delicious looking coffee beans. In the morning, it's genuinely packed but not too loud. Given the opportunity, I could sit here for hours. Side note: Appassionato is also across from the fisherman's terminal so on sunny days it can be nice to park or walk across and sit with views of the water.

Coffee was great but baked stuff weren't good. The location is nice too and I'll return for coffee…read moreonly

Great space, welcoming and friendly staff. Happy to have them in my neighborhood…read more I usually only get a drink and sometimes a pastry. Everything looks delicious!

Have been to Picolino's but didn't realize that this cafe is separate and open during the day! Went…read morefor lunch w/ a few friends on a nice summer day so we got to sit outside in the peaceful garden in the back -- such a hidden gem! Can't beat the relaxing atmosphere. This place is counter service and then you take your number to a table (be sure to indicate if you want to sit in the garden when you place your order, so they know to look for you there). I ordered the Italian Trio Baguette as the cashier mentioned it was pretty tasty. It was just ok. The bread was too hard/crusty and the sandwich was a bit dry (I would have liked a bit more Italian vinaigrette flavor. It wasn't terrible but not something I'd order again. Maybe next time I should stick w/ a pizza, as I have heard pretty good things about them. The pastries in the case looked really tasty, so I think next time I'll come back and order a pastry (or quiche) and coffee. Definitely a cute neighborhood spot that I want to like, so hopefully the next time will be better!

My hubs and I have driven by Mainstay Provisions thousands of times since they opened years ago and…read morewe FINALLY tried it last Saturday. OMG, what had we been waiting for?!? This place is great! We arrived around 1:30pm on a Saturday which was the perfect time because we stepped right up to the counter, ordered, and found a table without waiting. I started off with the Zucchini Bread with Cardamom (no dairy, yay!). It was moist, just the right amount of sweetness, and delicious. Wish it had a stronger pop of cardamom, but I'd still definitely order it again. My hubs had the Ginger Scone which brought back sweet memories for him of going to the now-no-longer Cafe Besalu on 24th Ave NW and getting their famous ginger biscuit. He said this scone was just as good. Then we shared a whole rotisserie chicken (2 drumsticks with attached thighs, 2 chicken breasts with attached wings) that came with a salsa verde, lemon crema, and a spice mix. The fresh salsa verde was a beautiful condiment for the crispy and juicy chicken. We ate our fill and took one breast and wing home. Would order this dish again. Our cashier was friendly. The atmosphere while we ate was peaceful because of our timing. I can imagine it might be noisier at busy times. The cafe/restaurant has a gourmet foods, grab & go foods, and wine shop combined with it, which we browsed through after we ate. Might come here for some pulled rotisserie chicken to go if we just need some easy protein on a busy day. Super convenient option. Now that we've eaten here, I can see why so many people like Mainstay Provisions, and I really hope it's a mainstay in Ballard for many years to come.

This place is so sweet, part curated grocery store and part cafe. There is high chair seating…read moreavailable and one regular table. Lots of locals coming in and out. It's a very lively place. I had a great time with friends. I order veggie breakfast sandwich with latte, which was delicious. I will be coming back!

Came around 1-2pm on a weekend and they still had a full pastry case! I always love seeing that…read morelater in the day since some other cafes are getting empty around that time. They have so many yummy options, but I settled on a mushroom and Gruyère pastry and an earl grey blueberry cruffin. The mushroom and Gruyère pastry was SO good!!! Buttery flaky layers of dough with a strong earthy mushroom flavor and savory cheese - an absolute umami bomb. We ate it the day after and threw it in the air fryer for a couple of minutes, and it was so delicious. The cruffin was huge! Topped with a delicious light Earl grey cream that wasn't too sweet. It was filled with a blueberry cream and was definitely very filling. There's a lot of sugar coating it, as is standard with cruffins, but it's a nice sweet treat. Definitely coming back for the mushroom and Gruyère pastry and to try their other delicious flavors. Their supreme croissant flavor switches often and we can't wait to try the next one! One of the best bakeries I've been to in Seattle so far.

I visited this spot around 11:40 AM on a Friday, and it wasn't too crowded. The space is casual…read morewith limited seating, but it felt comfortable enough to enjoy a quick bite. I originally planned to just grab a coffee and a croissant, but after noticing how popular the mushroom Gruyere croissant seemed, I decided to give it a try and I'm so glad I did. It was incredibly delicious, perfectly filling, and even better when warmed up. The staff member kindly offered to heat it for me, which really elevated the whole experience. While they serve Umbria coffee, which isn't my personal favorite, the food more than made up for it. The service was warm and friendly, and the overall vibe was welcoming. I'll definitely be back to try the mushroom croissant again or maybe explore some of their other pastries next time.