I was in the area for a doctor's appointment and needed a quick coffee fix. When a spot popped up…read moreon Yelp with some great photos, I figured I'd give it a try. Parking ended up being a bit of a walk, which had me second-guessing the decision at first--but I'm glad I stuck with it. The moment I walked in, the space felt thoughtfully designed. The flow of the café is one of the best I've experienced--open, comfortable, and easy to navigate. As soon as the door opened, the barista greeted me right away. The counter is positioned close enough that you don't feel awkward hovering like in some cafés where the bar feels miles away. It immediately felt welcoming. I visited on a weekend during a slower period, but since the café sits right next to a college, I can imagine the line spilling out the door during peak hours. At quieter times though, the layout works well--there's enough space for a couple people to wait without crowding the entrance. I ordered a cortado and an almond croissant. The croissant came warmed, and the texture was spot on: fluffy, layered, and not overly greasy. The almond filling had a really nice balance--nutty with just enough sweetness and a hint of salt to round it out. I was told the pastries are made in-house, and it definitely shows. It tasted like something made with care. The cortado itself was solid--pretty classic, nothing overly fancy. One thoughtful touch I appreciated was that it came with sparkling water, which was great for cleansing the palate. The space itself is fairly spacious and works well if you want a quiet moment to sip your coffee. That said, most of the seating is high stools, so it doesn't really feel like the type of place to settle in and study for hours. Overall, I really enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and quality of the food. The one thing that caught me off guard was the price of the croissant at $6.50. It tasted great and I understand prices in this area tend to run higher, especially for house-made pastries--but it's a bit outside what I'd usually spend. So while I definitely think it's good, it might not become a regular stop for me simply due to location and budget. Still, a great find and a pleasant surprise during a routine coffee run. Staff & Service: Environment: Food & Beverage:

New management and employees- everyone seems happier and friendlier and coffee is better!read more

If Mercer Island had a passport stamp, it would probably come from La Fete. This place isn't just a…read morebakery -- it's a full blown transportive experience. The pastries are absurdly good, the coffee is perfect, and somehow every visit feels like stumbling into a tiny Parisian café tucked away on a side street in Saint-Germain. Honestly, this would hold its own in Paris... and might still crack a top-10 list. But the real reason for this review: THEY BROUGHT BACK THE BLUE OF LONDON. Our family's favorite pastry addiction has officially returned, and if you know, you KNOW. The kind of pastry that causes "we'll just stop in for coffee" to somehow become a weekly ritual. Flaky, rich, dangerously good, and worth planning your morning around. Seattle has great bakeries. Mercer Island has a gem. France would approve.

Wow!!! What an amazing place! My matcha latte was great flavor :) croissants are so crispy and…read moreyummy Service is great. Loved the customers as well. Good vibe here. Restroom is clean Very small space packed with many ppl. There is parking on the side but limited in numbers. I was lucky to have the spot. Street parking is not difficult. It's a bit pricey side but it worth it. Art of perfect croissant--- We will come back!

Shawn is such a sweet guy! Incredible coffee and even better baked goods! I will definitely be…read morecoming back!

We visited Shawn's Bakery on Mercer Island for a Sunday lunch. It's a cute little spot, but be…read moreaware that there are only a few outdoor seats. The bakery was quite busy, with a steady stream of customers. The selection was a bit limited when we arrived, possibly because it was late on a Sunday. We ordered a turkey panini and a coffee. The panini was perfectly toasted with nicely melted cheese, though I wished it had more fillings. I also found the coffee to be on the bitter side. We want to come back to try their challah and pretzel rolls next time!

Loved this place!!! I can't wait to come back. I love fresh, delicious, and well prepared meals…read morethat are made with love! Like you can just see and taste how important this establishment is to the owner. You can tell they care about their customers and their business! I really appreciate a good meal! I love the design of the cafe, the dishes they serve their food on, the strong flavor of everything we had. What ever it says in the title on the menu is what you actually taste. Thank you for a wonderful experience! My palette appreciates you! You get to experience the aroma of your food with every bite. It's pretty amazing. I want to try more items on the menu. I was reading the complaints about a server but I might know what is being explained. There was a server that may seem like she doesn't care but that's not the case at all I think it might be a language barrier that's all. The service was great!

I came in around 11am on a Thursday and there were a few seats occupied. The brunette woman helping…read moreme at the front was kind and patient while I perused the menu. I settled on the Mt Olympus toast with an extra slice of the PNW since I couldn't make up my mind. I also ordered the Belldens White Mocha, which was not overly sweet surprisingly. As I sat and ate, the place received plenty of customers who also chose to dine-in. Service was great, atmosphere was beautiful. You are expected to bus your own tables, common at small coffee shops. I street parked on the west side of the building, requiring a slight climb up the hill back to my car. It was free though, so no complaints! I would return to "work from home" or if I was in the area and looking for a cute bite. In total I paid $36, not including tip.

I came in at 7 one day for a quick pick-me-up. As someone getting into espresso, I wanted to try…read morethis cafe's to taste its quality. When I came in, there was only one girl doing the front, bar, and oven, and there were quite a few people. It seemed overwhelming and I think having more people on staff would've made everything better. I hope this was just a one-off thing and not a regular occurrence of being understaffed. She could only warm up my spinach pastry for a few seconds, and the espresso I had was on the more citrus/sour side. With more attention on the espresso and more time on the pastry, it would've been way better. For what it's worth, she was still attentive and kind in her service. I also had their matcha latte a few months back and I was underwhelmed. I hope the cafe is receptive to the suggestions because this place does have a lot of potential.

Cute spot! BUSY at 2pm on a Saturday. Every seat was filled…read more Coffee was good. I got the cereal milk latte and it tasted just like the name- but Fruity Pebble style. Got a bit too sweet half way in and I had to ditch it, but it was good while it lasted! Husband got an espresso. It smelled a little on the burnt side, but I was really surprised when I drank it that it was actually very smooth! I saw some really cool drinks going out, I just don't know what they were. I would suggest you come out and for this place a try!

Food: We shared an "energy blaster" acai bowl which came with strawberries, banana, peanut butter,…read morehoney, and granola. The first thing that stood out to us was the bow was DRENCHED in honey. At some point it was too much honey to even eat the bowl. The fruit and acai were fresh (but covered in honey) and the acai was good. Another thing to note is that we ate the acai right away, but it already seemed to be somewhat melted. Price: the acai was $14 after tax Service/Ambiance: Despite it being decently busy, the staff was very nice and offered to answer any questions we had on the menu. The restaurant itself was pretty busy with quite a few people sitting in and studying or chatting

The service was wonderful. The gal did a good job making sure that I knew what was in a Brazilian…read moreLatte. I had been to the Redmond Kitanda a long time ago. I really loved it then. I got the Brazilian bites and have to say was kind of disappointed as they didn't feel the optimal crispness on the outside. But they were tasty. It was nice and clean inside. The outdoor seating has promise in the summer.

Nice cafe to sit, relax, and enjoy your drink of choice. Appreciate that this cafe uses real cups…read more Right across the street from the Spring District light rail station in Bellevue. Chai latte and sun-dried tomato scone were both excellent.

If you're looking for a working spot, this is it. So many ppl on laptops doing their work on a…read moreTuesday. The quality of coffee & matcha is great! The quiche was so delicious. Salty, savory and flavorful. Not dry. Two main seating sections - front has ample sunlight from floor to ceiling windows. Back is more moody with darker paint & cushioned seating. Light music in background, nice ambiance for working/studying.

When I'm in the food for great coffee, I come here vs. Starbucks. The coffee is smooth & bold…read morewithout being bitter and strong. My go to is an Americano. And surprisingly the lady remembered me on my second visit and asked if I wanted an Americano. Great touch of customer service. The bagels are fresh & bigger than what I would get at Starbucks too. And more bagel options is a plus for me. I get why people love their small coffee stands here. They are quaint, friendly, & so much better than the big guys.

I was coming off I5 south at 7am and wanted something to kick start my time. After typing in "drive…read morethru coffee" Apple Maps took me here. It is a cute coffee shack tucked into a neighborhood just a couple minutes from the freeway exit. There wasn't much traffic in the morning which was nice. The service was nice. I ordered a white chocolate mocha. The coffee tasted a little burnt I think if I lived in the neighborhood this would be a fun place to go to in the mornings but since it's out of my normal route the convenience of it being a drive thru is something that would bring me back again

The best corn dogs in the state of Washington!!! We stop here every time we travel I90... and you…read moreshould to! They're in the parking lot of Lee's Summit Grocery/Pie for the People.

Iced coffee was good, the parking was confusing. The corndog was good, batter could be thicker…read more Whom ever stabs the hot dog should figure out what part stabs. Service was great!!

This bakery is amazing! The coffee and numerous pastry options (of which we sampled several) were…read moreall delicious. I also enjoyed the cozy feel inside. We sat at the bar style seating facing the parking lot, and it was still nice. I'd love to come for lunch sometime.

We had hot Matcha Latte and the CATE breakfast sandwich…read more The CATE breakfast sandwich was only ok with very little flavor. The Matcha Latte had insufficient matcha flavor and was only lukewarm. For the breakfast sandwich and latte, I would give this place 1-2 stars. However, the atmosphere was good/comfortable for us to hang and chat with our friends. Due to the location and atmosphere, will give this place one more try.