Espresso Elegance was at our school for a teacher work day yesterday. The baristas were friendly and efficient. The drink options were fun and creative. And the coffee was delicious. I would highly recommend them. They can travel to your event outside of Seattle too. I'm looking forward to using them in the future. read more

Espresso elegance was at an event I attended, the barista was kind and quick to serve, and the latte was delicious. I asked for modifications for less sweet and he was able to make it perfectly flavored without it being syrupy. read more

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We love Espresso Elegance! Our law office has used them many times in the past. They are always right on time, and the barista is always friendly and warm! Our colleagues were thoroughly impressed with the barista's knowledge and how quickly he could make each drink as the line grew! The concept of bringing high-quality espresso directly to our events and gatherings is wonderful, and they executed it beautifully. It all went smoothly, from set up to pick up, just how we like it! There was a variety of options available besides the espresso. I tried a new creamy chia latte w/ a dash of pumpkin syrup. Now I'm hooked on that flavor! They also offer dairy-free alternatives, making them accessible to everyone. Thank you, Espresso Elegance! read more

Excellent catering company. Hired them for an event at our business. Would definitely hire them again. Easy to book online. Confirmed right away. All kinds of hot beverage options with every variety of milk, non-milk and flavor available. Barista arrived on time. Set-up was fast and easy. Pastries were tasty and fresh. Paid for a blanket cost so that folks could have whatever and as much as they wanted to drink. Super deal. read more

I'm not sure if I can fit all that I want to say in this review! From initial outreach, to drink ideation, to payment, to the day of the actual event, my experience with the Espresso Elegance team was NEXT. LEVEL. They were incredibly communicative (which my type-A event planning self craves) and so so so accommodating. No idea was impossible, they made it work and within their high standards. They tested drink recipes, sourced special coffee beans, and more. The day of the event went off without a hitch, they set up in a conference room at our very small office but made it work. Everyone loved their drinks and went back for seconds (and thirds)! I'm very impressed with this team and feel so grateful for their customer service and hospitality! read more

I'm so very happy that EE is open again! I'm in this area often for work and I always looked forward to picking up a coffee from here. It's some of the best in the city. Unfortunately, they were closed for a long time because of COVID-19, but now they're open again for coffee catering (their speciality) and the storefront too. Go and give them your business...they have the basics as well as more unique coffee drinks including seasonal treats. While you're there, peruse the cool collection of vintage coffee makers and grinders! read more

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Delicious coffee. I had a americano and it was very smooth. The decor can be worked on a bit hence the 1 star deduction. Street parking read more

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EE has catered for our office twice now and I hope they continue to. Lotus is a great barista and an even better conversationalist - ask for a recommendation and you might end up with a delicious surprise like I did! A pistachio cinnamon latte that was so good I nursed it all morning. read more

We LOVE working with Espresso Elegance! As a local Wedding and Event Planner, their coffee is FIRE (so gooooood!) and they are so fun to work with, coming up with fun custom/signature drinks for our clients and their weddings. Their service is SO good, they are friendly and professional. Their bar carts for espresso are perfect for our events, and the clients are SO happy. Give your guests at any event a true Seattle experience with espresso and coffee. An affordable add on that will truly add to your guest experience. HIGHLY recommend! read more

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This quiet location is a good spot to pick up a good coffee. I visited with a couple of colleagues and was favorably impressed. The dark roast was quite good and the service was friendly and efficient. The prices were what I would expect for a good Seattle coffee shop. The ambiance is comfortable with a good vibe. It is a great setup to enjoy a coffee and surf the web. I will make sure to return when I am in town again. read more

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I LOVE this place. One, the coffee is incredible and they always have cool creations that they're working on. Two, the baristas are truly the kindest, coolest people. They offered to stay late so I could pick up my purse that I left there accidentally. So sweet. I am a regular here and can't recommend it enough. read more

Adding the espresso cart to our family event made it so fun and special. They made delicious drinks quickly and professionally for our guests. Great communication as well! read more

Down the street from where I work, and some of the best coffee in the city. While they aren't speedy, the baristas are genuinely nice - and hey, it's not Starbucks. They have drinks happy hour from 2PM - 4PM too! A little improvement in their somewhat barren pastry selection, and they would be perfection. Protips: Try the London Fog Steamer. And don't look in the mirror to the left of the coffee machine. It makes everyone look like death, and will depress you all day. Trust. read more

We had Espresso Elegance provide unlimited espresso service for a work event today! From the first phone call to the end of the service I was impressed with this company. The staff who took my order was professional and friendly. I had a quote within minutes of my initial call. The price is very affordable! We had Lea as our barista today, she was wonderful! Cute, friendly, always smiling! She quietly set up and started serving coffee right on time and never stopped! Excellent experience! We will definitely use them again for future events! read more

Good coffee, free WiFi! From 2:00pm-4:00pm M-F, any espresso drink 16oz and smaller is $2.75. Check them out! read more

Who knew this was here? EE is on a street that's near QA and Belltown, but gets basically zero foot traffic. For a company that mostly does catering, the actual cafe is not bad, with a decent selection of reasonably-priced sandwiches (and lots of sausages, for some reason) that can be pressed into their panini grill. Free reading copies of the Seattle Times to enjoy with your meal help assuage that "I am sitting in an empty room that is pretending to be a coffee shop" vibe. read more

Coffee is hit or miss. There are definately better places in walking distance. For the surrounding offices it is definately an easy stop to ease your caffeine addiction. Baristas are friendly but service is excessively slow. I go here often and when I order coffee there is always a line to the door of people waiting which makes me guilty for ordering anything at all. Plan a good 15 minutes to walk in and walk out with something. On a positive note, they do offer a great bagel sandwhich which is grilled on a panini press. read more

I used Espresso Elegance to cater at my wedding this past March. They did a wonderful job! They offered a wide range of services, were prompt about arrival, maintained a high level of professionalism and were very efficient in their service. My guests also remarked about how great the espresso service was. I know a lot of people use this company for business meetings and events, but I would highly recommend them for wedding service as they are highly dependable and very reasonably priced and are a wonderful and unique feature for any reception! read more

This location has no competition since it's the only coffee place in the area. With that being said they do make great drinks. Usually 2 people working during the rush hour times keeps your drinks coming quickly. I usually head over here for work meetings and the layout is very comfortable. There are seats out on the sidewalk for warm days since it gets direct sunlight for hours. The windows slide open giving it an outdoor feeling and fresh sea air from the Puget Sound. There are several seats with tables inside that gives the feel of a home living room. There is also free Wifi so that you can get some work done when needed. This is always my first choice when I'm at work and someone suggests getting coffee and it's more than me just being too lazy to walk all the way to another coffee shop. read more

Continuing my Quest for Seattle's Best (drink coffee at all non-Starbucks/non-Tully's coffee shops), this café was down the street from me. I'm also coming off of a two-week coffee detox so I was really looking forward to my hazelnut latte. I had hot cocoa here before (delightful!) so I gave a go at my usual. Not overly sweet (thank you) but I also didn't really taste the hazelnut. All in all, it wasn't that bad. Love the ambiance: tables if you have a group of friends to hang out with, or leather chairs if you just want to enjoy some alone time. Regulars appear to be greeted like family. Oh, and you can grill your own pananis from the café. Must try! read more

I'm biased--I first found this place because it's the only coffee shop you can walk to from work without actually crossing a street. Then I went in and met a barista who was a dead ringer for a co-worker of mine, which amused me a great deal. When I won a cubicle-decorating contest at work, I got a $20 gift certificate for here. Now for some useful information: They have a happy hour from 2pm-4pm that features $2 espresso drinks. They have decent baked goods and sandwiches. They have daily trivia questions (50 cents off your drink) which are just challenging enough to keep things interesting. They keep a file of customer punch cards, and Tuesdays are double-punch days. They have Limonata and Aranciata in the cooler. The space and seating are pleasant if somewhat low-key. Some caveats: Some baristas pour better drinks than others. Their hours are only 8am-4pm. When it gets crowded, the wait can be quite long. There's no wi-fi (this might be seen as an asset to some). Honestly, I don't know if you'd ever come here if you weren't walking from your office because you happen to work nearby. Maybe if you're visiting the Olympic Sculpture Park (http://www.yelp.com/biz/pLQvKO8sg3XmNy6JVe6-JQ), you might take a detour here for some coffee. Either way, now you know. And if you need help with the trivia question, twitter me and I'll do what I can. read more

I work across the street at Softchoice www.Softchoice.com and I make this a very frequent afternoon stop or a part of my office - I meet several clients, vendors, partners here for a good cup of Joe. I am going to give it 5 starts because of the time they put in the drinks, friendliness, and overall welcome-feeling you get when you go in. Negatives: I think the carpet needs to be replaced with something that smells fresher and I think they could offer a few more lunch items to compete with the place across the street. There are a ton of office workers in the area (I'd venture to say around ~300) that are looking for a good place to get some grub and circulate through the lunch-spots. My two cents, A.L read more

The friendliest baristas and some of the best coffee in Seattle. Highly consistent. Happy hour from 2-4, daily trivia for 50c off, punch cards. I can't say enough good things about this place. Seriously, go there. Only downside I can think of is they occasionally get a big rush. But half the reason to go here is to take a break from work, so I don't mind standing in line for a few minutes every once in a while. read more

I hired an espresso cart this week to appreciate the staff and teachers at my son's elementary school. The crew came and set up an espresso cart and provided hot drinks and Italian Sodas for an hour. The teachers and staff loved the coffee; they said the barista was friendly, "nice", and efficient. They were impressed with the variety of choices, too. It was all around a great experience...would definitely hire them again. Thanks, Shaylee, and Espresso Elegance! read more

As an event planner, I LOVE working with Espresso Elegance!! Their coffee is fantastic, they always have the kindest baristas and the presentation of their cart is always so cute!! Adding an espresso service to a party, whether it is corporate or social, is the perfect way to elevate the event experience and I know my clients love offering a little 'something special' for their guests!! I've worked with the Espresso Elegance team for years and they never disappoint! I highly recommend Terry and his top notch crew!! read more

We used the company for a resident event yesterday morning. Everything went smoothly from contact to contract to completion. Very satisfied.

I haven't been to their location in years - I used to work across the street - but I've enjoyed their catering. The coffee is always delicious and fresh. It's rare that I've had a really good straight doppio, but they manage to pull it off. The baristas are friendly and offer a great selection, from regular lattes to speciality drinks. My favorite? They make an espresso where they add cinnamon to the grounds during the pull, and add a bit of raw sugar afterwards for sweetening. It's amazingly good, whether you have it as a latte or drink it straight. read more

I just paid $12 for a 12 oz eggnog latte that didn't taste like eggnog and the worst cuban sandwich I've ever had...and it wasn't even very big. The upside was the staff was friendly and the place looked clean and quaint. Go there for the atmosphere, but don't expect stellar food and drinks. read more

I've had one good mocha and one exceptionally bitter one here, so the quality has been 50/50 so far. :( The bean soup for lunch was good. But their sandwiches... The Italian sandwich was okay, but I didn't feel like finishing it. I would have ordered a grilled cheese sandwich, but the only bread available was wheat, which just doesn't work for me for grilled cheese. Their cookies from Little Rae's Bakery are amazingly tasty, though... So it's a mixed bag for me: very convenient for a quick lunch at work, but unreliable about whether I will enjoy said lunch. read more

We booked Espresso Elegance for our Summer 2012 wedding reception and were delighted by their service. Both my wife and I love coffee/espresso, and given that 75% of our wedding guests were from out of state, it seemed appropriate to have an espresso station to enhance the Seattle experience. The service was very flexible: allowing us to choose the espresso used (Cafe Vita -- my wife's favorite) and specify two signature drinks for our guests to choose (Salted Caramel Mocha and Valencia Orange Mocha), along with the other standard choices. Our guests were really thrilled with the results, and we were delighted with how friendly the service was. Overall, the experience was really easy and the results exceeded our expectations! read more

EE is a hidden gem. The coffee hasn't disappointed me once since I started popping in here for short breaks from work. I usually get a latte or a cappuccino, and they're always full-bodied and velvety smooth to the bottom of the cup. The space is quiet and cozy, perfect for a coffee break, and the baristas are always pleasant, never too chatty but always smiling. If you're ever along Elliott Avenue in Seattle between 8AM-12PM (the hours they operate for now), be sure to stop by for an amazing cup! read more

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"Sure, let me wash my hands first." A reply that sings praises to my little OCD heart. Yes, please, go ahead and wash your hands before you touch my food. Thank you. A blondie wrangling portafilters, panini grills, and conversation topics stands behind the counter at this lofty little espresso stop. Espresso Elegance is totally out of the way unless one works or lives in the area. This is not a spot good for studying, meeting up with friends, etc. This is a great spot for an afternoon pick me up, a coffee break, or a coffee walk by. A comfy if not haphazard seating area is situated askew between the windows and the bar should one want to stay a while. I think of this place more as an espresso cart with a home indoors. The main drive of this establishment is the catering though and not coffee. I can't comment on that aspect of the business however, utilizing the other version of the term, Espresso Elegance does cater to the local area business crowd; hours are brief, Monday-Friday from 8-4. I ordered a French Kiss (espresso, milk, white chocolate, hazelnut and caramel) and it actually had flavor. If I didn't want espresso based specialty drinks to have flavor I wouldn't have order mochas or a latte with syrup. With so many espresso bars being totally devoid of any mixology skills it is always a relief to meet a place that does. I've found that milk is poured with a heavy hand and shots are horribly weak at the majority of espresso bars. Pffft! Anyway, Espresso Elegance gets stars for being able to pull a decent shot and flavor the bevvie accordingly. This coffee spot also wins my heart for staffing such a friendly, unpretentious barista. This place totally reminds me of early espresso carts where baristas spoke to their customers rather than talked down to them, coffee had flavor, and prices didn't require one to budget in a coffee now and again. Did I mention happy hour??? The last two hours of Espresso Elegance being open any drink is $2. Oh and trivia questions too! Word. . read more

What a special find! Espresso Elegance catered an event at my work and they were wonderful. Their talent and artistry made my experience joyful. I loved the salted caramel chocolate mocha. I watched them pour and make each cup into a work of art. Such a pleasure to meet people who understand that each cup is important and love what they do. read more

We had an event today and at the last moment our espresso company could not come cater the event! Espresso Elegance was able to come and cater the event with only 2 hours notice AND provide the special espresso menu I had originally requested of the other company. A+ service, I assume they will be the espresso catering company I will always use in the future. read more

Espresso Elegance catered our conference in Bellevue and were overwhelmingly the favorite special item of our guests. We heard so many times what a nice touch it was and how pleased everyone was with the amount of options and quality of the drinks. On another note, the entire team at Espresso Elegance was amazing to work with. They were extremely nice, responsive and went above and beyond to provide tips and suggestions from other events they have worked with. I would absolutely recommend them for any event large or small in the future. read more

Oh my word, this is a great little cafe in belltown. They have catered for our company and the baristas are always friendly and pleasant, the coffee was great(better than starbucks for sure!)... As for the cafe, I am a regular and fallenin love with this cute little cafe. It is walking distance from my office and although parking could be a problem for some, its a great location for local businesses. The baristas are fun and make great lattes-EVEN WITH LATTE ART!- They have daily trivia to keep you on your toes, and Tuesdays are double punch on your punch card! All day happy hour is on Fridays and from 2-4 every other day of the week... CAN'T MISS IT! They also have a great selection of pastries from macrina bakery, breakfast options, and tons of lunch options as well! Love this little place! read more

Espresso Elegance was hired to cater a holiday appreciation event for the tenants of our building. I am a bit of a coffee snob, and I was hoping for a nice espresso. The barista not only made an amazing drink, he actually taught me a bit about making espresso drinks. And beyond that, he made unique drinks for several people in our group. His attitude turned the event into a really fun break for everyone. read more

We used Espresso Elegance at our wedding, and it was one of the highlights for guests, instead of the boring old coffee/tea service at a hotel. Guests were able to request anything they normally would get at a coffee shop, plus we asked for italian soda options for the kids. They were professional, accomodating (allowing us to personalize all the paper cups beforehand), and well priced. We had some special requests to fit the needs of our guests, and they were able to make it all happen. We absolutely loved Espresso Elegance, and have recommended them to many other friends for their weddings also. read more

I am hesitant to review this place because then the lines will get longer, but...damn. For the reviewer that says it's not speedy - there have been times I've ordered an americano and it's been finished and at the bar by the time my credit card receipt is ready (maybe that's because I'm not ordering something fancy? idk, but it's still damn good). I am super bummed that McKenzie is leaving - best barista ever. The coffee drinks are amazing and she is super sweet - I hope her coworkers can step up in her stead, because we will continue frequenting this place at least twice a week. Also, the Vienna Cubano latte is insanely good. Every time I come here I wish that I could take my coffee and lounge on the couch instead of going back to work. Seriously, this place is awesome. Please check it out (preferably outside the hours of 9-10 AM ;)) read more

Hands down the best hot chocolate I've ever had! Terry ran hosted a coffee cart at our office and would explain where each ingredient came from while brewing a quick cup. Espresso Elegance definitely takes their coffee to the next level, making each cup a work of art. If you haven't had some, you're missing out! read more