Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill

    3.9 (165 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill Photos

    Business Info

    CAFFE LADRO - CAPITOL HILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for working

    More like Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill

    Recommended Reviews - Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Cappucino - short w/ oatmilk
    David H.

    Service was friendly. Ambiance was your typical coffee shop cool vibe. Reasonable prices for a good caffeine fix.

    a hand holding a cup of iced coffee
    Crystal H.

    Amazing local coffee shop with multiple locations in the Seattle area. Their syrups are home made! I got their season pumpkin syrup, and I heard they even grow their own pumpkins too! The vibe is a like any local shop, there's people on their laptops, reading, and people stopping in for coffee. The also sell their own beans. I'm not coffee connoisseur but their coffee beans are pretty good with no burnt taste-- nice and toasty. Service wise, they were quick and helpful with my questions.

    Medici - delicious!
    Elizabeth L.

    Delicious coffee drinks in this cozy coffee shop in Capitol Hill - friendly baristas, great service and incredibly smooth velvet foam on lattes. Highly recommend the Medici (mocha with fresh orange zest) - an indulgent coffee treat! Quiet neighborhood coffee shop, great spot to work from.

    Espresso chip cake + Gibraltar, my fav combo at caffe ladro
    Andrea O.

    Caffe Ladro is the best espresso coffee in town IMHO. My usual combo is Gibraltar + Espresso Chip Cake, I love it! This location has the typical Capitol Hill vibe, service is courteous and speedy. Recommended!

    Get this autumnal latte!
    Jess L.

    I got a nice breakfast with my mom here this morning. The barista didn't bat an eye when we asked a million questions. The baked items were tough to decide between! I got the autumnal special latte, the gingerbread witch. Loved it! Not too sweet and incredibly smooth. My mom also loved her chai, which could come with varying levels of spiciness and sweetness. The pumpkin scone was not very sweet, which my mom liked, but I think it needed a little bit of sweetness. My cranberry almond cake was nice, but the bites with the cranberry pieces were obviously the best. Definitely set up for a good number of people to work. Even on this early Sunday morning, there were folks setting up to crank away.

    Little Donnie luv's Fireside Roast Bean's
    Frank B.

    Ladro coffee is no shadow man, just the coffee god of our age! Perfect blend of local roasting skills the've incorporated into all there coffee beans to draw out the most robust flavors. Have you've ever dreamed of the perfect cup of "JOE" ? If so then make your way to Cafe Ladro for either a fresh drawn cub or bag of beans to brew at home. Your taste bugs are begging you for it at 6am so must oblige in your tastebuds desire. Also if your stopping into the shop there homemade pastry are wonderful. The two items that stand out are the ham & cheese croissant and the apple crisp. However the apple pie is the BEST, but it's no longer served by the slice so you must special order a entire pie, but so worth it. Hope FRANK has given u a proper tip for the coffee gods. If not you'll suffer at Starbucks!

    Drip with hazelnut
    Reena T.

    Happen to be in the neighborhood looking for a quick morning pick-me-up. The cafe is open early and the coffee is piping hot. Service is quick. No place to sit but there is parking close by. COVID be damned... I had a grande drip with splash of hazelnut and cream. It is the right kinda strong that I needed this time of the morning, 6:45am. I also had a breakfast burrito wrapped with eggs, cheese, black beans and salsa. Not too spicy for me and was easily eaten with one hand. - the lovely attendant, heated it up. The cheese was soft melted and taste very good no extra salt or pepper needed. No mess and no fuss. The salsa was a bit on the spicy side, so, it's not for the queasy. I was in and out as quickly as I made up my mind on what I wanted to order.

    snickerdoodle, Molasses Cookie, Mixed Berry Vegan Muffin, raspberry scone
    Lexi J.

    haven't tried the coffee yet, but got a few pastries from ordering with the too good to go app. i got four pastries for $3.99 which i thought was a really good deal. the pastries were pretty good, especially the molasses cookie. the person working there had it ready for me and it was a quick process. not too many people in there since pick up is kind of at a random time, but i will definitely be going back to try their coffee!

    Sean S.

    I went in and bought a bag of ladro beans to see if I could replicate the "coffee scum" I paid 2.53 a cup for. The manager says their coffee is supposed to do this. I just think they dont clean their equipment. I brewed a cup at my house. There's barely any oil on top. And certainly none that looks like what I was served in Capitol Hill.

    iced cortado

    See all

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paul H.
    38
    38
    0

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Steve S.
    144
    25
    1

    17 years ago

    This place has awesome Italian-style roast if you're an espresso purist like me. Nutty and not too bitter. Definitely my preferred vendor.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gloria K.
    29
    38
    54

    18 years ago

    It's open late! I love their orange mochas with the peel. It's a quaint little place and fairly quiet (well, at night).

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Liezl S.
    11
    136
    37

    16 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Bob O.

    Bob O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    18 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    One of the better places to buy a chai latte... delicious and great atmosphere!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rob W.
    320
    232
    65

    14 years ago

    Great place. Friendly staff, great coffee, and relaxed atmosphere.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Great service, great coffee/mochas and just a fun place to hang out. Would have liked to come here more.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lily W.
    16
    10
    1

    8 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Bob O.

    Bob O.

    Thank you, Haohao!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Chris S.
    1
    547
    435

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nihad O.
    140
    45
    2

    15 years ago

    I love this place, good coffee, always random people to talk to, free wifi, comfortable seats, great location!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mary W.
    46
    29
    1

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Such a great place! Warm, relaxing atmosphere and great drip cofffee. Their baked goods aren't bad either

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dan K.
    1
    52
    34

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of A G.
    0
    17
    2

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    The staff are very responsive. Love coming at this time in the mornings to get my coffee.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of T P.
    0
    133
    15

    18 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Caffe Ladro on 15th Is my favorite coffee shop on the Hill ! I love the friendly staff and the Vegan oat bars!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    My favourite coffee place. Consistently great cappuccino and friendly staff

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Zori Z.
    966
    15
    0

    15 years ago

    the most amazing white chocolate mocha i ever tried!!!!!! I go there every single morning!!!!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Excellent coffee and one of the best staffs ever! couldn't ask for a better neighborhood coffee shop.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 4 of 5

    Ask the Community - Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill

    Storyville Coffee Company

    Storyville Coffee Company

    4.5
    (2.6k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    A friend convinced us to try this coffee shop with tales of the best latte she'd ever had. This…read morelocation is at Pike Place Market, and takes a little effort to get to as it is up a couple flights of stairs, but has wonderful views overlooking the market. The coffee was delicious especially with the house-made nondairy milk, but what really stood out was the frosted cinnamon roll, which was almost like candy. I am not sure if this happens during the busiest moments in the shop, but they did have staff bussing the tables, and one staff member actually brought us our order (I'd been listening for my name to be called and didn't hear it). It was a really nice touch with some really pleasant waitstaff.

    Storyville Coffee Company has impressive vibes, but that's about it…read more Found up multiple flights of stairs, tucked in a cool corner of Pike Place Market, Storyville Coffee Company has one of the most boujee menus and spaces I have ever seen for a coffee shop. They clearly care about their image as they offer a free mug for first-time customers with an email sign-up. The drinks here are ok, but they average between $8-$10 each. I think the pricing is just much too high. You're paying for the vibes, not for a great cup of coffee. The matcha we tried was mediocre. There are so many other great places for coffee in Seattle, for just a fraction of the price. I think Storyville is preying on tourists visiting the market. They probably have to charge that much to keep the 8 employees milling about behind the counter employed. The space does have lots of seating, but it was nearly full during our early afternoon visit. Save your money, find another great local coffee spot!

    Photos
    Storyville Coffee Company
    Storyville Coffee Company
    Cappuccino and vino. A nice Zin. Smooth and nutty cappuccino.

    See all

    Cappuccino and vino. A nice Zin. Smooth and nutty cappuccino.
    Yoka Tea

    Yoka Tea

    4.7
    (139 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    I finally got a chance to come here a second time, and even scored parking on the same block and…read moreside as here! This was on a Sunday afternoon close to 5pm, and there were still so many people occupying nearly every seat inside. I did come back to try their matcha matcha drink only to find it gone from their current menu as of May 2026. Instead, their turon matcha immediately caught my eye, as it has banana and I've been obsessed with banana-flavored toppings and puree on my matcha lately. It has matcha and house banana puree, both of which work well together. The tiny layer of house banana puree has all the flavor, especially when you mix the whole drink together. Very refreshing, and their ceremonial matcha's grassy tones still came out despite the banana puree being just as strong in the drink. Their matcha here comes pretty close to making it to the highest spots on my list of my most favorite matcha places in Seattle. Even if it isn't on the top of that list, their drinks are still 5+ star quality.

    Drinks - I have gotten a few drinks here, but my latest obsession is the turon matcha. i have never…read moretasted anything like it and it is legit a turon taste. like it blows my mind that someone put this in a drink. Service - always super friendly. Ambiance - very chill. meant to hang out here for a while. they also have a ton of other asian goodies inside like my fav hot garlic, the black sesame spread and the SEASONAL pineapple bun spread.

    Photos
    (5/15/26)
    (5/15/26)
    Such a cute spot
    Such a cute spot
    Interior

    See all

    Interior
    Phe

    Phe

    4.5
    (342 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Finally made it to Phe after seeing all the debate about which café has the best matcha in Seattle…read more For me, this one takes the top spot--easily the best matcha I've had in Seattle so far. What I really loved is that the matcha isn't overwhelmed by milk. The tea itself is the star, giving it a rich, balanced flavor that really shines through. The atmosphere is bright and inviting, and the staff were incredibly friendly. I also loved the cute décor and drinkware--it adds to the overall experience. During my visits, I tried the banana pudding matcha, the sesame foam Vietnamese coffee, and the hojicha. Everything was excellent, and I'd happily order any of them again. They also offer a small selection of bites to pair with your drink. I didn't try any myself, but my friend enjoyed what they ordered. Seating is limited, especially on weekends, but it's also the perfect place to grab a drink to go. I'd definitely come back and highly recommend it to any matcha lover.

    Arrived mid-afternoon on a weekday and there was a line out the door. Seems typical for a trendy…read moreplace in Seattle. We waited ~15 mins before ordering. We ordered the matcha banana pudding and hojicha ginger tofu pudding lattes. Service took ~10 mins. The matcha banana pudding was yummy. The matcha was of good quality and the banana pudding top was a smooth, cream top that tasted just like banana pudding, with a fun crunch in the topping. The hojicha ginger tofu was a bit more adventurous in flavor. The ginger and tofu messed with my brain and made it feel like I was drinking a savory asian sauce/soup, but the drink was still sweet. I kept sipping, but the strange savory/sweet limbo never really balanced correctly to truly enjoy the drink. On the plus side, the silken tofu was fun to sip through the straw and added some protein. There is seating indoors, but the tables can fill up quickly. Some people were wfh, but most were chatting. There is 1 hr complimentary WiFi. Typical Seattle street parking. Overall, the latte flavors were fun to try and it was an aesthetic cafe. But, the prices for the lattes make them more of a novel, hyped up purchase.

    Photos
    Inside
    Inside
    Hojicha banana pudding
    Hojicha banana pudding
    Phe Me, or Phin coffee drink with black sesame cream.

    See all

    Phe Me, or Phin coffee drink with black sesame cream.
    Drip Drip Coffeehouse

    Drip Drip Coffeehouse

    4.5
    (187 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    Located in a more hidden part on the edge of Capitol Hill, there's a good amount of street parking…read morein the area. The inside had a good amount of seating and was playing upbeat music. The decor was really nice and I liked the mural they had up. The staff were friendly and let us know about some of their popular drinks. I got the Salted Egg Yolk Coffee and it was very decadent and creamy. It complimented the strong coffee and had nice layering when sipped out of the top instead of through a straw. Will definitely be back to try some of the other drinks.

    The drinks are good but they are very pricey. I ordered a coconut latte and for some reason I…read morecouldn't order a hot one on their kiosk, so I didn't ask for ice. They don't even fill it up to the rim of the cup. If I'm paying $10 I expect to get a good amount of coffee. I even ask the barista if she can fill up my cup further and she said sorry that that's the measurement. That's ridiculous. I'll go to Starbucks - at least I get my money's worth to some degree. Also, most of their specialty coffee drinks have dairy in it. So if you're lactose intolerant, you're better off just getting a regular espresso because you can't replace any of the specialty drinks with alternate dairy options. They are pre-made mixes They have food but nothing vegan so if you're a vegetarian or a vegan, you're out of luck. The pastries look gross. I took one look at it and it definitely was not appealing to look at. It looked dry and it looked like the pastries have been sitting in the display case for weeks

    Photos
    Salted Egg Yolk Coffee
    Salted Egg Yolk Coffee
    Customized Matcha latte flight
    Customized Matcha latte flight
    Sesame, salted egg yolk, and blossom coffee.

    See all

    Sesame, salted egg yolk, and blossom coffee.
    Coffeeholic House

    Coffeeholic House

    4.6
    (811 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$

    coffee 5/5 i got the coconut coffee blended ($7). it comes…read moremildly sweet, so i asked for it to be a little sweeter. it was incredible! i feel that blended drinks often lose the coffee taste, but not this beauty. the coffee flavor was delicious and mixed well with the coconut. if you prefer your drinks blended and like coconut, this is your girl! service 5/5 staff was helpful and walked me through my options to make the drink to my preference. cafe 5/5 they must have recently added tables and chairs. i love that i can sit in and they have free wifi. everything was clean and tidy. parking is street only and could be hard to find. only a few blocks from the columbia city light rail stop. overall, i'm excited to go back and get some work done while i try other items on the menu!

    I used to be a regular at Coffeeholic and brought a lot of visitors here. However, the last two…read moretimes I went, I got a stomachache and so did my friend who was visiting Seattle. I noticed that they now pour drinks from a pre-made plastic jug instead of making them fresh like when the store first opened. I usually don't get sick from drinking coffee but twice in a row is pretty bad. Their drinks are also overly sweet and most of them do not have a 0% sweet option, which is usually what I order from other coffee and tea shops, and it's probably because most of the ingredients are pre-mixed. They also use thick plastic cups, considering that Seattle is a pretty green city and a lot of similar Vietnamese coffee shops use sustainable cups. Sad to say, but my time visiting this chain has come to an end.

    Photos
    Egg cloud cream foam with ube drizzle-ube coffee
    Egg cloud cream foam with ube drizzle-ube coffee
    Dark Night (Black Sesame Latte)
    Dark Night (Black Sesame Latte)
    Tiramisu Egg Coffee - IG: @nelson_eats

    See all

    Tiramisu Egg Coffee - IG: @nelson_eats
    Espresso Vivace Roasteria

    Espresso Vivace Roasteria

    4.2
    (907 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Vivace espresso "Ooh La La". Every time my tastebuds desire that taste of a robust caffeine fix , I…read morestop at VIVACE on Broadway! Definallty the emerald city's smoothest java shot around. What's amazing is theres no acidic taste ruining your beverage , just a smooth euphoric rush of caffeine coursing through your body. I normally get an iced latte to get my geyser gushing but a straight shot does happen occaisionly. Outside of the superior taste the caffeine kick back is like a NASA ROCKET BOOSTER piloting Artemis II... Now the hired hands are fined tuned & trained baristas extracting the brown juices from local roasted beans. BTW VIVACE roasts its own coffee, specializing in a Northern Italian style developed by founder David Schomer since 1992... This is why you'll love its taste... VIVACE's interior space is very large for small & medium size gatherings with a hipster eclectic taste of furnishings. Also beware free WiFi if you're a lounge lizard is available... During good weather days outside seating is available for the rare days the gods allow Seattle sun to shine down upon us. Table & chairs on sidewalk allows you front row seating to the freak show for entertainment. Not much more to say, so grab a shot of caffeine!

    This was a nice coffee shop. It was very spacious inside with many seating options to choose from…read more Ordering was very seamless. I got a Latte with oat milk. At first I wanted to take it to go but the ambiance was nice inside, so I just stayed in. I should've just said "for here". Anyhow, I secured a nice window seat and enjoyed my drink and the view. My latte was good. For me, I like medium roast and it tasted more towards a medium-dark roast. It wasn't bad, my latte was delicious. It was just a little different than I was used to. The drink came together very well, the oat milk was creamy and the espresso was very rich. All in all, I think this is a cool place to work and catch up with friends. I might read or journal here, but depending on the day and the lighting it can get a little dim for that. I'd come back again.

    Photos
    Nice lobby
    Nice lobby
    Espresso Vivace Roasteria
    Caffe Caramel

    See all

    Caffe Caramel

    Caffe Ladro - Capitol Hill - coffee - Updated July 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...