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    Macrina Bakery & Cafe

    3.9 (307 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Deborah S.

    We really enjoyed all the pastries we tried there. The quality was amazing and fresh. The jam used was delicious. We enjoyed the visit, scone, rolly poly, blueberry scone and brought home bread. The fresh juice was delicious as well. The person assisting us was very helpful and the location was cozy.

    Hope S.

    Cute bakery in the Queen Anne area. Variety of pastries and sandwiches. We went for breakfast. Lots of choices and staff friendly and helpful! Italiano sandwich: porchetta, egg, and pesto. Soft, fresh bun wirh the pesto and fillings complementing each other. Just wish cheese was in the sandwich as well. Praline sticky bun: large portion, sweet but not overly sweet pecan topping. Worked perfectly with a drip plain coffee. Seating inside and out. Very busy but must try!

    Toma C.

    The desserts here were quite different I am not sure if I had a favorite but it was yummy. See photos.

    Dill scone, ham and cheese brioche, 2 drip coffees.
    Meridena K.

    Excellent coffee and pastries. Wow what a selection. The dill scone was incredible, just get it toasted plain. The ham and cheese brioche was also excellent, they will toast it so the bread is a little crispy and the cheese is melty. It's a small cafe so seating is limited, but they have outlets to charge devices, and clean bathrooms. Lovely place for a break. Get something for there and to go...

    Hanna S.

    Love the neighborhood feel of this location. Sometimes it can have quite a line but it usually moves quickly. Staff is happy and it's always pleasant to come here. The baristas aim to please. I really wish they would have more savory/protein options for vegan. They have some wonderful sweet options. There are a number of seasonal treats but if few are vegan My non-vegan family loves the pumpkin chocolate chip cookies that are available right now. Just note sometimes if you're coming out a little bit dark but there still yummy

    Exterior, waiting in masked and socially distanced line (3/26/21)
    Marie B.

    This is a very long overdue review collectively for numerous visits to the original Belltown site, this Queen Anne location (3/26/21), SoDo, and Capitol Hill locations. I haven't checked out the Kent location yet. Fun facts: way back when the Macrina QA location was the second iteration of Standard Bakery. Original Standard Bakery was at QA Ave N and Boston before moving to W McGraw. I also lived across the street in a basement apartment, now had become various business iterations over the years. Would have been a match made in baking heaven if the timelines were better aligned. Sigh. I was a Seattle resident since 1983 and now Shoreline since 2002, yeah a total dinosaur by Yelp metrics. Trust me all tasty baked items especially in the classic French style viennoiserie, patisserie, and boulangerie were barely in existence. For example, croissants in the early to mid 1980s were literal dry shards at first bite. The late 1980s to early 1990s was the surge of artisan baking in Seattle. Leslie Mackie of the Macrina empire was a trail blazing master baker and business owner opening Macrina in Belltown back in August 1993. She is an esteemed member of both Bread Bakers Guild of America and Les Dames des Escoffier. I remember tasting the potato bread and assorted pastries back then, mind blown. It reminded me of Paris in 1990. Her success and legions of talented and inspired bakers for nearly three decades speaks volumes with five cafe locations mentioned above, established retail, cafe, and wholesale accounts, and published cookbooks. Macrina was established well before the original Cafe Besalu, Bakery Nouveau, Fresh Flours, Fuji Bakery, Despi Delite, Coyle's Bakeshop, Preserve and Gather, Sea Wolf Bakers, Celine Patisserie, the list goes on, ad naseum. The only bakeshop that predates Macrina was Grand Central in 1972 in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood. Seattle neighborhoods, the north end, the Eastside, and areas close to the Canadian border...I'm in carb heaven. This region blessed with talented bakers and pastry chefs, both in European and Asian techniques. Disclaimer: I completed pastry and baking training in Seattle and France and worked in the restaurant/catering industry, albeit it a lifetime ago. Macrina located along W. McGraw is a perfectly situated neighborhood spot. PreCovid it was great to stop in, stay awhile to dine and visit onsite or outdoor sidewalk seating. Now it's the mask up, socially distanced, and takeout pandemic routine. But the welcoming staff presides over well stocked display shelves and that lovely pastry case with its vast assortment of items to select from. They also craft pretty decent mochas, imho. Consistent and high quality. Don't forget to start your bread and coffee stamp/punch cards! Visited the Belltown location from the get go in 1993 and often through the years I worked in the vicinity. Visited the Capitol Hill location (used to be Tully's and before that the Surrogate Hostess) and the SoDo locations periodically. The Queen Anne location just has a bit more nostalgia for me personally. All Seattle sites have either street parking or its own private lot (Capitol Hill and SoDo). Just check their websites or call ahead to verify their retail business hours which have been truncated or amended during the pandemic at some Seattle sites. Well established and recommended!

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    Joanna M.

    Can't go wrong with Macrina Bakery. Popped in here three days in a row when staying in Queen Anne, and never tired of the place. Their cappuccino was great, but their selection of perfectly flaked and crumbled pastries were all so delicious. Every time we ate here our table was covered in croissant crumbs by the time we were done. If you come a bit after the morning rush there seems to be enough seating, and the window is great for people watching. Sparking water on tap was a lovely touch I don't see often. We're pretty discerning bakery connoisseurs (especially my four year old) and we were all very pleased with this Macrina location.

    Starting from top left: Pumpkin muffin, marionberry biscuit, fresh fruit muffin, dill scone

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    Friendly ,quiet, really good coffee and pastry . Love to meet up with my friends there.

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    Baked goods were great. Esp liked the savory croissant!! Got this one twice. The breakfast sandwiches are pre made but still were tasty.

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    Great bakery. Prices high but quality excellent parking a problem. But can't beat the pastries

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    Everything is fantastic except the coffee -- so don't order it, and get everything else (to go)! Seriously fabulous food.

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    4.7(66 reviews)
    2.3 miBallard

    Cardoon has the perfect cozy atmosphere for an intimate date with interesting flavours! But for a…read morepicky eater like me, the bold spices are a little too much. I was so excited to try the lava cookie as a lover or all things chocolate, but wasn't a huge fan of the cardamom. I think the pungent flavour definitely added a unique juxtaposition to the rich chocolate, but to me it was too reminiscent of taking the wrong bite of biryani and having to spit out a mouthful of spices. Thankfully my date had no such qualms and loved finishing my cookie for me! The crunchy crisp was his favourite part and he cleared the plate. My mocha was exceptional though, I loved the creamy texture of the milk and how perfectly the chocolate was incorporated into the drink! It was perfect until the last drop. My date also loved his latte and practically chugged the whole thing down! As a lover of Pokemon I especially adored all the decor, it was so cool seeing all the fun Pokemon cards and I just love the fun vibes and atmosphere of this spot!

    Really cute cafe in Ballard with relatively easy street parking. The space is quite small, but cozy…read moreand there's a bit of outdoor space as well. I got the egg sandwich and a chai. Both were ready pretty quickly. The chai was spicy and not too sweet which I really liked. The egg sandwich was yummy too. Thick egg filling, with the chili sauce went well together. Pickles were a little too salty for me especially just to eat on the side. I guess you could put it inside the sandwich? But still, quite salty. Service was super friendly and welcoming, would definitely come again to try more of their seasonal drinks and food. A cocktail here sounds interesting as well!

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    Sabine Cafe & Bar

    4.1(430 reviews)
    2.0 miBallard
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    If you've been to restaurants in Ballard, you've probably heard of this place! It's a cute little…read morespot with a Mediterranean flair, and there's usually a wait, but I was lucky enough to get a seat right away. We got the dip platter, a couple of kebabs, mint tea, and watermelon juice, and honestly, everything was fantastic. The dips were definitely the highlight -- so good, and you really can't go wrong with the food here. The service was excellent, and I loved the cute, cozy atmosphere. Parking in Ballard is always a little challenging, but there's usually street parking somewhere nearby if you're willing to look around. Definitely would come back and highly recommend if you're in the Ballard area!

    Having been a daytime regular at Sabine for over a year, I can confidently say it is one of the…read moremost versatile and welcoming spots in the neighborhood. Whether I am meeting up with girlfriends, dropping in solo to read, or settling in to co-work, the space accommodates every need beautifully. What makes Sabine truly exceptional is how the environment seamlessly transforms as the sun goes down. In the evening, it shifts into an elegant, upscale restaurant where dressing up a bit feels perfectly suited, making it an ideal choice for a night out with friends or a date with your favorite person. I always enjoy everything I try from the evening menu. The true standout feature of Sabine is the impeccable hospitality. The staff makes a genuine, considered effort to remember regular faces and notice the small details across both day and night shifts, cultivating a true sense of a connected community space.

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    Fresh Flours - Choices choices

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    4.3(254 reviews)
    2.4 miPhinney Ridge
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    For my beverage, I had an iced matcha made with lemonade and topped with vanilla coconut milk cold…read morefoam. I was extremely refreshing. It was a perfect treat and was light in my stomach. The foam was so deliciously creamy. I loved the lemon flavor, and it worked well with the matcha. I think they could have done a little more lemon, but I always think that. They have lots of beautiful looking pastries to try. The croissants were especially beautiful to admire. There is ample amounts of seating, so you can choose to take your goodies or eating them inside. I went in the early afternoon, so there wasn't any line, but I am sure if you went at brunch time, it would be a whole different story. It is close-ish to Greenlake, so if you are willing to brave the hill, then it is a great post walk/ post workout spot.

    Fresh Flours was such a pleasant surprise!…read more I tried the lavender matcha and it was sooo good--perfectly balanced with just the right hint of floral without being overpowering. Definitely one of the more unique and memorable drinks I've had in a while. I also got the oat and coconut cookie, which was absolutely divine. It was incredibly soft and had a great texture, with the coconut adding a really nice flavor. Honestly one of those cookies you wish you had grabbed two of. The service was also super friendly, which made the experience even better. Everyone was welcoming and helpful, and the overall vibe felt warm and inviting. On top of that, the prices were very reasonable, which is always a nice bonus. Great drinks, amazing baked goods, and kind service--would definitely come back.

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    Mainstay Provisions - Pistachio, cranberry chocolate chip cookie

    Mainstay Provisions

    4.3(163 reviews)
    2.5 miPhinney Ridge
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    My hubs and I have driven by Mainstay Provisions thousands of times since they opened years ago and…read morewe FINALLY tried it last Saturday. OMG, what had we been waiting for?!? This place is great! We arrived around 1:30pm on a Saturday which was the perfect time because we stepped right up to the counter, ordered, and found a table without waiting. I started off with the Zucchini Bread with Cardamom (no dairy, yay!). It was moist, just the right amount of sweetness, and delicious. Wish it had a stronger pop of cardamom, but I'd still definitely order it again. My hubs had the Ginger Scone which brought back sweet memories for him of going to the now-no-longer Cafe Besalu on 24th Ave NW and getting their famous ginger biscuit. He said this scone was just as good. Then we shared a whole rotisserie chicken (2 drumsticks with attached thighs, 2 chicken breasts with attached wings) that came with a salsa verde, lemon crema, and a spice mix. The fresh salsa verde was a beautiful condiment for the crispy and juicy chicken. We ate our fill and took one breast and wing home. Would order this dish again. Our cashier was friendly. The atmosphere while we ate was peaceful because of our timing. I can imagine it might be noisier at busy times. The cafe/restaurant has a gourmet foods, grab & go foods, and wine shop combined with it, which we browsed through after we ate. Might come here for some pulled rotisserie chicken to go if we just need some easy protein on a busy day. Super convenient option. Now that we've eaten here, I can see why so many people like Mainstay Provisions, and I really hope it's a mainstay in Ballard for many years to come.

    Fun place to stop in early morning. We have gone a few times when we've either had to do laundry…read morenearby (and it's right next door essentially) or when we've had a craving because their bacon sandwiches are just so good! Always had friendly servers and the food comes out quick.

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    Petit Pierre Bakery - Pistachio

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    4.5(462 reviews)
    2.8 miPhinney Ridge
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    Came around 1-2pm on a weekend and they still had a full pastry case! I always love seeing that…read morelater in the day since some other cafes are getting empty around that time. They have so many yummy options, but I settled on a mushroom and Gruyère pastry and an earl grey blueberry cruffin. The mushroom and Gruyère pastry was SO good!!! Buttery flaky layers of dough with a strong earthy mushroom flavor and savory cheese - an absolute umami bomb. We ate it the day after and threw it in the air fryer for a couple of minutes, and it was so delicious. The cruffin was huge! Topped with a delicious light Earl grey cream that wasn't too sweet. It was filled with a blueberry cream and was definitely very filling. There's a lot of sugar coating it, as is standard with cruffins, but it's a nice sweet treat. Definitely coming back for the mushroom and Gruyère pastry and to try their other delicious flavors. Their supreme croissant flavor switches often and we can't wait to try the next one! One of the best bakeries I've been to in Seattle so far.

    I visited this spot around 11:40 AM on a Friday, and it wasn't too crowded. The space is casual…read morewith limited seating, but it felt comfortable enough to enjoy a quick bite. I originally planned to just grab a coffee and a croissant, but after noticing how popular the mushroom Gruyere croissant seemed, I decided to give it a try and I'm so glad I did. It was incredibly delicious, perfectly filling, and even better when warmed up. The staff member kindly offered to heat it for me, which really elevated the whole experience. While they serve Umbria coffee, which isn't my personal favorite, the food more than made up for it. The service was warm and friendly, and the overall vibe was welcoming. I'll definitely be back to try the mushroom croissant again or maybe explore some of their other pastries next time.

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    5.0(3 reviews)
    2.1 miBallard

    How I heard of this place: Their soft then grand opening was in a space previously called One Cup,…read moreand while driving by one lone afternoon, we found that ownership and name had changed. We were thrilled to discover it's new management's plans and community, service oriented nature - not to mention their excellent breakfast sandwiches and good beverages! Type of cuisine: Cafe fare - espresso beverages, as well as non-caffeinated items for kids and those who prefer not to partake. Breakfast sandwiches, burritos, pastries. Ambiance: Large, expansive and spacious. There is a small patio with outdoor seating available, should you prefer to dine facing Aurora's traffic congestion. But inside, office furniture helps create separte-feeling booth-like seating with small coffee/end tables for your purchases. Large tables, too, conference sized grace the main space for those wishing to work alone on devices, or engage in conversation among friends and family. An open area also exists, accounting for about one-third of the entire room, which allows for gathering while standing, as well as providing ample space for lines to grow and distance to be maintained (covid-safe). What I ordered: On most ever visit, I stick with my favorites: the bacon breakfast sandwich (if you like the bacon crispy, as that it be cooked out of the sandwich and alongside then placed inside), the sweet potato scone, the sausauge breakfast sandwich and the slightly spicy, vegan potato, bean burrito. My beverage of choice is the Melanin Mocha (dark chocolate moch), though I've also ordered the blackberry mocha, and a couple of others. My husband always sticks with The Karen (white chocolate mocha), while our children enjoy a cup of steamed milk with caramel sauce, whipped cream and sprinkles with their food. What I loved: Everything about this place; namely its mission and complete devotion to the youth and community. Empowerment is strong in this space and the food and drinks are a bonus that amplify and support the work being done. Why I loved it: For all of the reasons listed above - and more. Cost: Average

    Very kind and inviting owner Darnesha , went to an event there and I love everything about this…read moreplace. Excited to try the food!!

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