Cute and quaint sandwich shop right off of Green Lake. Ordered house made lemonades and a Notorious P.I.G & Don't Go Bacon My Heart sandwich. Both sandwiches were refreshing, with great dressings and flavors. Would come back, but would like to see more menu items as they only had 8 sandwiches to choose from! read more

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Went around 12:30pm on a Sunday and there was a line outside the door! We found parking in the garage underneath. Lots of people around the area as the weather is nice and its right across the street from green lake. There is only a few tables inside, but they also offer outside seating. You order up front and they bring out your food, but you have to bus your own table. We luckily got a table inside as a table freed up while we were ordering. By the time we got to the front to order, most of the sandwiches were sold out. My friend and I split the ham sandwich and spuds. We asked for the sandwich to be cut in half! The sandwich was surprising good for something that doesn't have that many ingredients. It was very filling and I also enjoyed the potatoes with the green goddess sauce. We also both got the lemonades. It was apparently guava flavored, but we didn't get that at all and it was quite sour. I would pass on this next time. We also ordered the canele(?) and this was a nice sweet treat! It doesn't look amazing, but it tasted really good! It had a slight caramel taste. I would love to come again and try one of their other sandwiches! This was a great experience and highly recommend if you're in the area!! read more

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Located right near Greenlake, this is a great place to stop for lunch and admire the view. I got the Mambo Italiano eggplant sandwich. The sandwich itself was good, but not amazing; I thought the eggplant could have used some salt/seasoning as it wasn't super flavorful and that umami taste wasn't able to shine. The bread was VERY GOOD though. I did think it was expensive for the taste of the food. Street parking was easy and I was able to park a block away. read more

Layers Green Lake - Mambo Italiano - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

tried the notorious pig and beauty and the beef! both sandwiches were amazing. i really like the sauce in the notorious pig. this spot is a pay first and buss your own table type of place. i def recommend going early to grab a sandwich and walk along greenlake! read more

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So good I visited twice in one weekend! The first time I went it was around 12:30 and there was a line to order/no seating available so we took our sandwiches to go but quickly forgot about all of that once we had our first bite! I got the Notorious P.I.G. (forgot to get a picture) which is a pork belly sandwich that had the perfect balance of crunchiness with tenderness and a yummy pepper jelly. Spuds were basically smashed potatoes (their version of fries) to share with the table The next day I ended up going back with some other friends, but we went later in the day around 2pm so there was no line but more items were sold out. I got the Captain Rick tuna salad sandwiches and that was also so delicious, soft and thick pieces of bread with a heaping of the tuna salad, greens and chips inside! read more

Layers Green Lake - Spuds - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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So excited to stop by layers brick and mortar after visiting their food truck often! As usual, I got the captain rick. The best tuna sando you'll ever have. We also tried the potatoes, which I don't think I'd get again. I wasn't crazy about the aioli, and just weren't scratching the itch I had for a side. The Sandos however were excellent as usual! In true sandwich shop fashion, you buy your meal and then grab a seat, so on hot summery days they may be hard to come by! Excellent wine and beer selection, and usually have a few featured items and spritz! read more

Layers Green Lake - Potatoes - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Fresh ingredients and tasty sandwiches. Space is very cute but does get packed/loud during the lunch rush hour. Notorious PIG sandwich came with two THIIIICK slabs of pork belly. Pork belly was cooked really well with some crunchy edges. Sandwich was a bit tough to eat and lettuce was quite soggy but still hits the spot if you are hungry for protein. Fried egg sandwich was delicious and a great balance with the pesto. Apple salad had all the right stuff but was honestly hard to eat with the large cubes of apples and cheese. I think if they changed up the way they sliced things in the salad it would be much more enjoyable to eat. Overall, great lunch spot and would come again. read more

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I've been eyeing this place since back when they were a food truck serving in breweries like Optimism and Lantern Brewing, but I never gotten the chance until they became a brick and mortar store! Glad to see their expansion and success in the business, and well deserved, as the burgers and sandwiches here are fantastic. Fortunately, on a Saturday 10:30am, there was no line and a few tables open. It's a self service / fast casual type of place, where the food comes out quickly and you choose and bus your own table. I like how they have a laminated sheet explaining some FAQs like restrooms, bussing your table, where utensils are, etc. The line started to build up around 11:15am so as long as you show up before 11am, you should be okay. I was in and out of the restaurant in 20 minutes, even when I took my time to enjoy my food. I am a sucker for pork belly so I got the Notorious PIG which also seems to be a classic for most people. The pork belly has the perfect meat to fat ratio - so tender but not too fatty. I wished there's a little bit more seasoning to the pork belly but the pork belly itself gave great flavor on its own. I love the sauce they used - it tasted like a sweet and sour sauce with a hint of red pepper, and the amount of vegetables is adequate. The buns could be a bit better but it's more of an afterthought. Overall, I enjoyed the food here and see myself coming back, as long as the place is not too busy. read more

Layers Green Lake - Interesting dates - IG @bougiefoodieboi - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Layers is an order at the bar and buss your table place. Very cute interior. Staff was very kind and amiable. They had cucumber water available which was a nice touch. Food was fine if not expensive for a sandwich that comes with no sides. I got the Fra'mini and the potato salad. It was fine maybe a bit dry. I wish the potato salad had some more texture in it but i liked the herbs and seasoning. read more

Layers Green Lake - Fra'mini Sandwhich and potato salad - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been a fan of Layers since their food truck days. Their sandwiches are top notch, but I think I'm most partial to their tuna option. Great sides also. Only ding id that they tend to be a bit on the pricey side, but I also recognize that Seattle is just really expensive and makes it hard to make things more affordable. read more

What a lovely spot for brunch! The notorious pig was delightful, I personally thought the pork belly was a bit fatty for my taste but the pepper jelly and pickled onions were so fresh & added so much flavor. Also loved the preserves that came with the fluffy biscuit. Definitely coming back & looking forward to trying more of their sandwiches! Had ample indoor seating, and was able to find street parking fairly easily. read more

Layers Green Lake - Notorious pig - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Clearly I had been under a rock and never experienced Layers as an extremely popular food truck. But after seeing their IG posts, I realized they are transitioning to their new, well situated Green Lake brick and mortar location. This used to be a great Italian, then a decent Oaxacan spot. After missing out on the earlier soft opening runs, I made it a point to queue up much earlier. I had this opportunity on a sunny Thursday morning (7/13/23). Perfect parking spot across from another popular seafood restaurant. Layers is on a Metro bus route, decent street parking (but remember this is adjacent to Green Lake), and has limited underground parking but shared with other businesses. Literally the paint was still wet, with workmen dealing with the exterior, when I arrived half an hour before opening. First in line, yay! Peering inside, brighter interior layout. Open pastry and food production. Interior seating. Enticing pastry case by the ordering counter. Some featured merch. There's also outdoor sidewalk seating and shared patio seating with a great view and access to Green Lake. Lots of opportunity for al fresco dining. Soon enough, there were additional people lined up behind me. The Layers team clearly were experienced dealing with the volume with efficiency and a warm welcome. I snagged a two top to observe the action for about 45 minutes. They had a brisk even split between onsite dining and takeout orders. This gave me plenty of time to savor The Duck Norris breakfast sandwich ($17). A towering, daunting item, but I was up for the challenge. This had succulent duck confit, fried yolky egg, pickled mustard seeds, chicory, and aioli on a toasted brioche bun. Yes, napkins are needed. But omg, so good! I also enjoyed my refreshing iced cold brew to which I added a splash of oat milk and simple syrup. But notable were all the cookies and canele I had also purchased. One cookie was devoured onsite, the rest were shared later with The Homie. I will have to seek out next time that amazing looking buttermilk biscuit that was purchased by others around me. Bravo to their pastry chef who was busy working magic at the station behind me! I can see why they have their fan base from the long lines and sold out business days. Count me in! Definitely highly recommended! read more

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I'll make this short and sweet. I deem myself as the breakfast sandwich connoisseur and I've officially found the best breakfast sandwich in Seattle PERIOD. It's not ideal that this gem happens to be in my neighborhood because I've had it wayyy too many times but honestly I'm not mad at it because it's allowed me to reaffirm that this is, consistently, the best out there. Get the E&C, add bacon (duh), and get a side of Frank's hot sauce to add to it. Do not skip the sea salt banana bread. They also serve Stamp Act drip and have the coolest merch! Can't wait to try the rest of the menu. read more

Layers Green Lake - E & C with bacon + Frank's hot sauce - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Sandwiches have soft/fresh bread! It would be nice if they came with a side of sorts or offered a combo, but it's also a very new spot so I'm sure the menu is ever changing - 1 only because they got rid of the "broccula" veggie option that I've been hoping to try, and the "chick peas on earth" was good, but nothing to rave about! But WAY better than the typical ~hummus and veggie~ sandwich option we veg heads usually get stuck with lol The blue (literally) jasmine iced tea was delish!!! Appreciate that the default is unsweet then you can add simple syrup to your own taste. Good seating space inside and a few small tables out front! I really liked the energy of the staff. Asked about the "broccula" and they said there's potential for it to come back, so fingers crossed! Good to know that their menu varies. read more

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I tried the special roast beef sandwich, and the regular menu, tuna sandwich, and both were decently tasty, but neither one really blew me away. I felt like both sandwiches were a little on the dry side, and would have liked extra condiments or sauce on both of them. it's a really cute space and very convenient for grabbing lunch to enjoy by the water at Green Lake. read more

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The food is phenomenal , but truthfully the employees are what make it fantastic. They're so friendly, accommodating, helpful, and do a great job all at one. read more

Food was delicious and fresh tasting. It was very expensive for 2 sandwiches so not sure if we will go back - however it was good.

Sold out by 1:00pm on a Wednesday Just FYI plan to get there closer to when they open at 11:00am if you want to eat there. read more

a delayed review, but i stopped in here in january while visiting. i moved away from seattle just as layers was opening its doors, and was tragically kept from their delicious offerings until i was back in town. what an excellent lineup. they had a special the day i was there, a pizza-inspired sandwich with everything satisfying that didn't leave you wishing you'd just eaten pizza instead (which is a high bar. i always want pizza). red pesto, spicy thin meats... so good. the service was pretty quick, and friendly, and the ambiance is cute. you have nice things to look at while you wait, and the outside patio is great if you don't want the loudness of everyone else's conversation around you. glad y'all opened. it's been embarrassingly hard to find good reliable sandwiches in town (minus tats and slab and the thomas st deli on the hill) read more

Layers Green Lake - pizza-inspired special of the day -- absolutely delicious - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food is always so good and any kind of drinks I wish the small table outside were a little bigger as I was eating with a friend and we were having a hard time juggling our drinks and plates and stuff at same time lol but cafes with tiny tables they all do it read more

Cute casual shop with attentive waiters. Can get pretty busy and difficult to find a seat, even for 2 on a Sunday. Really yummy sandwiches, especially aioli on egg and the short rib in notorious PIG. Nice location to walk on the lake too read more

Layers Green Lake - Notorious PIG - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ya... I will not be back. I ordered the Queen Aubergine which turned out to be such a sad sandwich. How two slices of eggplant plus a hand-full of arugula comes out to $16 is truly a mystery to me. I thought the other components would be more prominent. I also wish it was made clear on the menu that this is a cold sandwich. Given that the eggplant is described as roasted, I incorrectly thought it would be freshly roasted. The spuds were just okay- no seasoning or anything to make them special. There is nothing in this meal that piqued my interest. I really don't see myself ever coming back or recommending this place to anyone. read more

Layers Green Lake - Queen Aubergine sandwich. A no for me. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

When we arrived, there was a long line of people since it was a weekend and the weather was nice. After ordering, we got seated and pretty soon after the Notorious P.I.G. that I ordered arrived. The pork belly in the sandwich came in slabs and was both crispy and juicy, and the sandwich itself was delicious. I am excited to try some of their other sandwiches the next time I visit! read more

Layers Green Lake - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

There is a long line out the door on Saturday lunch time. Some items were sold out already. But Layers live up to the hype. Everything we had was delicious! Especially the pork belly. Crispy, juicy pork belly with sweet dressing was amazing. read more

Layers Green Lake - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yum delicious.. if the sandwiches were a bit cheaper I would go all the time but alas, quality ingredients are expensive. Worth it for a special treat read more

Too good to even pause for a picture... guess that just means I've gotta go back, right?! We swung by here before heading out to paddleboard, and MAN, that carb load had us ready for a nap under the sun! Quick service, chill vibes, and a total Seattle summer feel, where everyone's just happy to soak up some rays. The food? Incredible. I went for the pork belly sandwich, but with so many options, I'm coming back to try them all! read more

Notorious PIG is solid. Had three big strips of fried pork rind and tender melty pork with the pork fat. The sauces used were great! It was busy at noon and I saw lots of people also ordered the notorious PIG. They sold out of the crab cake sandwich and biscuits by the time I got there at noon on a Friday. They do have indoor and outdoor seating. I opted to get mine to go. There's cucumber water that's self serve and this is a restaurant in where you have to bus your own table. Ambiance was small but could hold about 15-20 people inside. read more

Layers Green Lake - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This sandwich shop is so cute and inviting when you walk in. The girl at he counter was very helpful with picking choices and describing each sandwich. All of our sandwich were delicious! The sesame toffee cookie was wonderful. Sorry I don't have the exact name for each sandwich. read more

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Well worth stopping by. MAINS ON POINT. The Harissa Explains It All had a great chewy bite with plenty of leafy greens, perfectly cooked sweet potato rounds, harissa aioli which was like magic, and pickled onion to complement it all. This sandwich is vegan and I'm glad I took a chance on it. My partner got the Notorious P.I.G. and enjoyed the pork belly though found the fresno jelly a little overpowering. DON'T PASS ON THE EXTRAS. The real magic was everything around our sandwiches. A blood orange pineapple shrub that was inexpensive and perfectly flavored. A malt macademia cookie that I started the meal with it was so delicious. A special tomato bisque soup perfectly balanced. Plus a huge side of spuds with a perfectly tangy green goddess dressing. The only thing that would make us pause before coming back is how crowded it was for Saturday lunch and the limited seating. This would be less of a problem on sunny days when you can sit outside or if you get food to go. But even with the crowd it took barely 10 minutes for us to get our food. read more

Absolutely amazing !! Probably the most delicious sandwich I'll ever eat! 10/10 it was so fresh and flavorful. When I asked about the Fresno jelly in the pork belly sandwich the employee was very informative and helpful. I've never had anything as flavorful and juicy as the 'notorious PIG' thank you I will definitely be coming back next week to get more ! read more

Layers Green Lake - Front entrance - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Sandwich is really good. All friendly staff. We arrived little early on a snow day, one of the staff let us in to make sure we stay warm. That the first impression that touch our family heart. We will definitely be back. read more

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layers on a sunny friday afternoon saw some of the most popular sandwiches sold out but that didn't stop us from finding yummy alternatives in the form of salads that had healthy combinations of ingredients. we found a table outside along green lake way and the front window and enjoyed our food and the passersby. i will definitely come back to try out the sandwiches i had had my eye on, perhaps earlier in the day. this is such a great option for a greenlake outing or as a destination to pick up takeaway food and go closer to the lake on a sunny day. they also had a very interesting selection of gift items in the corner towards the entrance that i'd like to explore more at some point. read more

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Tried the pig sandwich--absolutely blew me away. Crispy pork, tangy pickles, spicy kick, all on a perfectly toasted bun. Flavors were layered and balanced. Great brunch spot with a cozy vibe and rotating local artist pop-ups. Perfect post-walk treat by Green Lake. I'll definitely be back next Saturday! read more

They are always making new dishes to try. And often the new dishes are SO PHENOMENAL that you wish the item would stay on the menu permanently. But besides food, the SERVICE is OUTSTANDING, top-notch, and a BREATH OF FRESH AIR! read more

And here we have one of my new favorite spots within walking distance. I've been coming here about every other day/week for the Queen Aubergine sandwich (and quite the charming name for a sandwich that also happens to be vegan) and the Roots brand chips off the merch/snack shelf for a little snackaroo (super cool flavor selection & overall Northwest product). These hips are yummy, ya'll. The sandwich as-is after a while felt a bit too overpowering with those damn pickled cherry peppers so I started to enjoy it w/o them. Ahh, just a nice wholesome & healthy sandwich. I don't know how they source everything but they seem to have an awesome message & stuff. They also have artisinal local coffee too with oat creamer to boot. I need to try out some of the board specials still. Do note that while the QA sandwich is the only thing marked as vegan, many places can easily make vegetarian items vegan (I'm planning to try that soon). Stay tuned for a review update or tip posted. They have a nice modern bistro setup here. Pleasantly airy, natural sunlight facing the south and just lots of neat stuff contained within between the design, the food, the drinks, the snacks, the merch... Oh, and a few outdoor tables. Staff are usually pleasantly jovial and chill. Cashier is available or the kiosk as well. Thumbs up dudes! read more

I have been wanting yo try Layers for awhile my friend Torrie N is always posting about them. I was finally in the right place at the right time. Was about a n 8 minute walk away I had been wanting to check out Urban Family as well so I got to check off a couple of places that had been on my list for awhile. I'm saving the last start for when I return and try one of the specials and the yummy looking potatoes. I went with the TBR on this visit. I knew which one to try out after talking to my friend. Smoked turkey, bacon, *Avery's ranch, marinated tomatoes and arugula on toasted brioche. How can you not want to try a housemade ranch! I got to the truck around a quarter to and there was already a line forming I was probably the fifth or so in line. One thing I noticed immediately is the wonderful interaction of Ashley with regulars and everyone whose orders she took. I went with TBR cause it was a warm day and I lean towards turkey and chicken. But definitely will be back to try more items when the stars align and I'm in my own neighborhood when they're around. The ingredients were fresh and the ranch as expected was excellent and just the right amount as to not drown out the rest of ingredients. I love that most of the sandwiches have something pickled in them always think that adds freshness. read more

Layers Green Lake - the truck also known as Regina - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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First time visiting - happy to support a small business turned brick and mortar! I've been following along via IG and it was great to see the store front open and ready for business again. Grabbed a few sandwiches - the highlights were the Notorious PIG (previously the precious piggy I believe) and the fingerlings with the green goddess sauce! The thick cut meat is cooked to perfection, tender and moist on the inside, a decent but light crunch on the outside + the spicy/sweet flavor combinations inside were such a nice touch! Loved the green goddess dressing as the sauce for the fingerlings, light and full of flavor! Can't wait to come back to try the breakfast sandos! Welcome addition to the green lake area! read more

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Go to Layers for amazing sandwiches! Good quality bread and carefully crafted ingredients made these a great brunch option. We went about an hour before closing and most of their sandwiches were sold out - while I settled for the E & C, it did NOT disappoint. The cheese was delightfully crispy and aioli was delicious. The line was very short at the time we went, but be wary as this is a popular spot. There was limited seating inside the restaurant but plenty outdoors; I highly recommend going on a sunny day especially as the park is nearby. There is also a parking garage underground and street parking is limited. While the sandwiches are on the pricier side, it is worth the experience. Will visit again! read more

Layers Green Lake - Captain Rick (back) and E & C (front) - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went here to try a breakfast sandwich that was posted on social media, so excited to add, and after ordering at the counter we sat down and watched the cook (with his gloves on) touching/using his phone then cross his arms and touching his clothes and continue to touch our food with the same gloves on. I brought up the matter to the cashier and the guy proceeded to make another sandwhich with THE SAME gloves. Got a refund (guy literally continues to smile at me as we left) and went to eat at Dukes right next door, which was great food and service! Thanks but no thanks. And to add, they ask for a 18+% tip, while ordering at the counter and ask you to buss your own table. read more

I grew up up in the bay area and had a huge craving for Dutch crunch bread, which I haven't found since I moved here 7 years ago. I randomly googled Dutch crunch and saw that Layers offered a sandwich with Dutch crunch bread, the Peace, Love, & Salame sandwich. So of course I drove over immediately for lunch and ordered it. Y'all, that sandwich was AMAZING. Thin cut salami with pickled carrots and daikon, cucumbers, arugula, cilantro, jalapeños, and an amazing aioli on a house-made Dutch crunch roll. I was in heaven and it tasted like a salami banh mi sandwich with the nice crispy texture of Dutch crunch. I'll definitely be going back. Counter service was quick and friendly, and while it was pretty busy, I managed to snag a table to eat. Go here for your Dutch Crunch cravings! read more

Layers Green Lake - Peace, Love, & Salami sandwich on Dutch Crunch - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Seattle, Washington