Nice cafe with a cute European ambiance, friendly service and delicious pastries. Tiny, but great for take out.

I got a tomato and ricotta croissant and a vanilla latte both were delicious! The latte was perfectly sweet which complimented the savory croissant. Service was also very quick, I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. The workers were nice as well, I'll likely be back. read more

Really fresh pastry baked onsite. Smooth coffee. Great personalities from the staff! I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting.

Banana foster coffee is super nice, really captures the flavor of the banana foster. They sell hygge beans here, very interesting varities and notes, worth grabbing a bag to take home. The cruffins sell out so go early if you want to snag one. read more

Found this gem on a recent visit to Seattle. Worth it to walk down the stairs (or take the elevator) below the Public Market and try them out. Delicious lattes as well. read more

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The sammie made me so happy. It was soft and salty and fresh and sized to feel decadent. The brownie was delish also. read more

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Ambience and decor exceptional, you can say perfect setting, however coffee and pastries not different than Starbucks with a huge difference in price! Staff friendly, good music Doug read more

Ambience is great if you can get past the glass pastry case infested with fruit flies. Fruit flies flying and landing on pastries and the glass itself had a bunch just stuck to it. I couldn't get past it so I can't give a review on their coffee or food. Perhaps I'll try again in the winter time. read more

The girl with the long dark hair here is rude. I specifically asked for my drink iced. Two times. Even was rung up iced and she looked at me like she was going to Murder me after I told her it was incorrect. Guess I should have waited to tip them well. Don't go here if you want to have a good experience. Pastries are hard and dry. Coffee is not how you paid for it read more

Had really high hopes for this very charming place but unfortunately, I just ordered poorly? I was very into trying the frossnapper as I used to live in a Swedish neighborhood back in Chicago. This was so overdone... Baked for way too long and the butter all leaked out so all that was left was a dark dry crumbly, and somehow still greasy pastry. My cardamom latte, however really made up for the poor pastry experience. It was warming and just a hint of sweetness. My daughter also had that as well as a blueberry danish which she said was good. Really cute decor inside and out small but quaint. . read more

Lovely nordic themed coffee house/cafe close to Pike Market! Beans are roasted at the local Hagen Roaster in Queen Anne. The Ethiopian single origin pour over was great! There is a fantastic spread of baked goods and pastry made on site! The bakery kitchen is in full view so you can see how all the goodies are made. I went with an orange almond cake that was simply one of the best cakes I've had in a while. Space is limited with a small seating area inside and a few seats on the sidewalk. I'll need to return to try more baked goods for sure! read more

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It was a little tricky to find from PPM, but it's pretty easy to get to once you got the path down. Super cute cafe with a nice, lush interior. Outdoor seating is available and shaded, but being next to traffic may not be everyone's cup of coffee. I got a macadamia nut latte that was TASTY. I'm a mac nut convert I guess! And it's a little hard to describe, but I can tell they're a damn good cafe because the beans had this special sort of UMPH to them. Most cafes I go to, I can make their drinks on my Barista Express... but not this one. I didn't get the chance to try any of their baked goods, but once I get off my sugar restriction, I'll definitely come back. The bakery cafe smelled AMAZING and I'm sure it's gonna be good. read more

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Workers were friendly and patient as we tried to decide what to order. The croissants were amazing along with perfectly made coffee. Eat/drink inside or outside. Either is a nice environment. It has to be good, we saw workers from around the area that seemed to be repeat customers. read more

Freya is a super cute and super hygge Scandinavian style bakery and cafe close to Pike Place! The space is small but the interior is very cozy, and there are a few outdoor tables for when it's not raining and freezing outside. There are an assortment of pastries on display that look absolutely amazing. I was told that the cinnamon social and the cardamom knot are the most popular and the barista told me that his favorite pastry was the cinnamon snail (looks like a choco croissant in the shape of a snail shell). They also had cookies and like an asparagus tart and bread loaves for sale too. They also have a breakfast/brunch menu with things like breakfast bun and avocado toast. I ordered the cinnamon social which is a long skinny pastry with a sweet cinnamon filling and then icing on top. It was pretty good - the cinnamon filing was delicious. I also got a Seattle fog (earl grey tea) latte with oat milk which was also lovely. The folks who work here are super friendly too. The other cool thing about this place is that you can see the kitchen where they are baking!!! It's so fun to watch! And makes you want to try everything! This place is like from the same owners as Cafe Hagen (which explains why the to-go cups say Hagen on them). I think I overheard one of the baristas explain to someone else that this is where all the pastries for Hagen get made now. They also sell coffee beans, tea leaves, and the famous "The Little Book of Hygge" book in addition to their pastries and beverages! Freya is the Norse goddess of love and I think she's gonna make you love her pastries here! read more

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My family and I were visiting Seattle when we happened to stop by this place for a snack. I looked at the menu that was situated outside and even looked on Yelp before finally deciding to give it a try. As I entered, I noticed it was very small in the store. No problem because there were several seating areas right outside near the sidewalk. People were constantly passing by with enough room to pass. Besides the seating situation, I really wanted to try something different, something that I wouldn't ever get to try at home. With a variety of different fresh baked items to choose from in the case, I decided on a Pear Crème Brûlée, while my son got the Yogurt, Granola, and Fruit cup. As I bit right into it, it was so flaky and delicious. I've never tasted anything like it before. My son really enjoyed his fruit cup and was done before I even finished. I would like to return back when I come to visit this city again and maybe try some of their drinks. read more

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GET THE CRUFFIN. Holy Moses that thing was so delicious. I'm not even crazy about churros, although they're of course good, but the texture on this thing was irresistible, I loved the custard filling, and it wasn't overly sweet. The perfect pastry. Hubby says the vanilla latte was good, too. read more

We went out of our way on a recent trip to Seattle to find this Scandinavian coffee / pastry shop. My daughter loves a good cardamon bun & insisted we find one. I tried the seed snapper with its almond filling , sesame seeds, & poppy seeds. Also had a hot latte which was good as well. Limited seating & a bit pricey but I would recommend giving Freya Bakery a try. read more

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Freya's was a welcome new stop for us on our day in Pike Place market. They are located on the "lowest" level, the street behind the market and above the waterfront. Their new marketing drew us in and we enjoyed the friendly service from the staff. We grabbed the distinctly Scandinavian offerings they had, including the cardamom bun & cinnamon pastry. The latter was a real highlight! We'd come back to sample the rest of the menu, as everything we got was quite good. Break away from the crowds at the market to give this spot a try. read more

Their churro cruffin is the most perfect pastry I have ever tasted! Not too sweet, not oily or doughy. It has the perfect amount of delicious vanilla cream, and is big enough to share. Other pastries we've tried were the pear danish and the cardamom danish, which were yummy as well. Coffee was on the tangy side. Highly recommended stop by the market, don't waste your time in line at piroshky piroshky. read more

So Western Freya has completed their awaited remodel. Here's my verdict. Pro's: expanded pastries, sandwich selection; beautifully displayed, staff feel more efficient and have more room behind the counter. Con's: no longer a good meeting place for SAM mornings due to only 4 very cramped chairs at the window where you are bumped by folks right behind you at the cashier, store inventory to the right and water jug to your left. The 4 two tops outside are nice but it's still really chilly and not big enough for 4. It's takeaway only now. They blast AC now because staff are hot. The espresso machine is now calibrated too hot so coffee is burned I guess for the tourist palette of Pike's. So the transition is geared towards takeaway pastry volume. No longer a good coffee, meet up or linger place. It's a bummer from my perspective but I'm sure the local merchant clients love it. read more

Stopped in for a quick coffee and pastries to-go. I had the København latte, and it may be my favorite latte EVER! So well balanced, and they even sell the syrup to make your own fabulous lattes at home. Pastries are all high quality and equally beautiful and delicious. They have limited seating, but a cozy couch if you can time your visit just right! I'd love to try more breakfast food, but limited space made it a little tricky to find a good spot to dine-in. 10/10 highly recommend! read more

My caramel latte and blueberry Danish were delicious. Definitely coming back when we visit Seattle again.

Really nice pear crème brûlée pastry. The staff are so warm and welcoming and the inside is beautiful with tons of plants. I would like to come again and try some other items. read more

This bakery doesn't have a good system for pre-orders. Didn't make the order because they forgot. Walked away with a display cake instead that was missing a slice. Not a great look for a birthday party. Wouldn't have minded as much if it tasted good. It was underbaked and complete mush on the inside. The edges that were baked through were extremely sweet read more

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Super delicious, homemade, fresh, and unique baked goods and beverages. Made with care. Nice staff and welcoming vibe. Cute design. A gem. Definitely recommended. read more

All the other bakeries in Seattle better watch out, the offerings are Freya are next level. The overall quality and variety of pastries is inspiring. It has quickly become one of my favored places in the market. Their pear crème brûlée is light and refreshing. Definitely the best pastry I've ever had. Overall I recommend stopping by or spending a relaxing afternoon here! read more

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I was just a tourist, needing some major help with energy. Saw it was a cafe , went in, and bam, amazingness. The churro cruffin 11/10, cheesecake 10.5/10, salted Carmel latte 7/10. Highly recommend. read more

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The baked goods are delicious! We loved the churro croissant/muffin the most. The staff was also super friendly

Their brewed coffee is what I enjoyed the best. And quiet street side seats are the pleasant places to sit off the crowded market place.

I tried the cardamom knot, the pear creme brûlée, and the churro cruffin and I have no complains. They were all exactly as advertised and if you don't like the pastry it is more likely that the flavor itself is just not up your ally. Overall, nothing to complain about, friendly service as well. read more

Awesome little coffee shop with delicious treats and an assortment of breakfast dishes. We had the quiche and the turkey bacon sandwich. Both dishes were hot and the sandwich has lots of turkey and bacon!! Highly recommend both dishes! And the lattes were so smooth and flavourful read more

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Ordered from here for a breakfast I was hosting at my office. Ordered some croissants, spanakopita and quiche - all of which were a hit. I also really liked the setting in the shop when I went to pick up. Really cute seating area - although small - perfect for a coffee and/or breakfast with a friend or two. I also got a good leg workout with the stairs to get back up to 2nd Ave! read more

I wanted to love this place because I love everything *HYGGE* and this bubbled up as one of the most hygge cafes in seattle. Were the vibes hygge? Sorta - but with just one couch and mostly bar sitting with some plants? I can't say I'd rate this cafe as one of Seattle's most hygge cafes. Ok down to business. I love everything cardamom flavor and was delighted to try the Copenhagen latte. Wow. I really hope the one I had was a fluke because had it not been for the caffeine withdrawal headache starting to hit, I wouldn't have been able to choke it down. It had the most unpleasant saccharine artificial taste to it. I couldn't quite pin it down but it was nearing not drinkable state. The two breakfast items and blueberry danish. I am not quite sure how the salmon mousse can be 15 dollars because I felt still starved after the single open faced toast. The breakfast "bun" was nothing special and the only thing that I'd venture to eat again was the blueberry Danish pastry. I'm super sad to leave this review and perhaps I had overhyped this in my head prior to coming which led to its demise. I'd like to give it another try with more things in the pastry case because I love everything Scandinavian. But until then... I can still taste that unfortunate latte. read more

Stumbled upon this hidden gem tucked down the stairs from the busy Pike Place Market on our way to the waterfront. Huge selection of danish pastries. We got the crufin and the danish red white raspberry square. The cruffin was amazing after the first bite and kept giving with the pink filling inside. The coffee was from a small farm in Equador and it was superb! The decor is neat and cozy and very comfortable and there are no restrooms for public use. Overall great experience at this surprise of a spot at Pike Place read more

I really wanted to like this place but the coffees were not it. The staff was nice and helpful so I'm thankful for that! But iced matcha with oat milk tasted so watered down and flavorless. I got another drink an iced banana latte but it was tasteless only a faint after taste of banana. It is what it is. Maybe it was just a bad day read more

My favorite place in Seattle. Everything my group got here was delicious - but my cardamom knot... let's just say we went twice and I'm still dreaming about it a month later. read more

My Seattle Fog was delicious! They have a great variety from sweet to salty pastries! Will return next year for another visit, or maybe soon! read more

Their staff is very friendly and flexible. The food was great and was very well crafted.

I'm super picky about my baked goods and this place is ALWAYS on point with their service, coffee, and baked goods. Sorry no gluten free options but all the buttery goodness can be found here. read more

A gem of a find, simple but decadent menu. Came for breakfast before a cruise departure. Well worth the trip down post alley. read more

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