she makes the best lattes and chive in town she takes an interest in every customer and knows almost everybody by name. At least the regular customers. And there's a lot of regular customers that are loyal. For good reason. read more

This spot is a real local gem and the owner is super friendly. The coffee is here is great too.

Came in with a friend because we saw how good the reviews are. Absolutely lived up to the hype. Heather, the owner, was super attentive and the coffee is delicious. We ended up just chatting with her for a while about life before heading out. Great vibes! read more

The food is great and the drinks are fantastic and the store owner/Heather is so sweet and kind! read more

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The owner is Sooooo Sweet!! Her shop is cozy and welcoming and her drinks are Amazingly delicious!! Perfect place to go! read more

Owner Heather is kind and makes a great coffee. She found out I had to get my cat an X Ray and how much it was. She suggested I get a box with a lid and a bit of the story about our situation that happened in the last two months including a house fire. Well, we had to put our second cat to sleep (cancer) yesterday, but the suggestion to have the community help was so kind. If you are in the area stop by and say Hi to Heather and support a small business. SJ read more

I found a new sanctuary for my lattes when I'm visiting Seattle and I was staying nearby SEATAC. The owner (Heather) was my Barista and in addition to my delicious sugar-free espresso drink she made my visit memorable. Since my visit was on a sunny summer day I enjoyed the outdoor patio area. read more

Owner is very pleasant and she made the best iced coffee I've had. Highly recommend this small business

If I could give negative review I would, this has happened twice now. I thought owner was having a bad day so I tried once more. I work outside In the heat painting houses. Stopped in for an energy drink. Asked to please buy two cups of ice I don't care the price I'm trying not to get heat stroke. She complains and has the Audacity to say " I'm being generous selling you these waters" I refused them, gave her 10$ for a Red Bull Italian soda she made, even tho I was looking for sugar free one. I should have left it all there and left. Will never stop here again. Come on buiz owners do better read more

North Hill Espresso is near our home but I patronize North Hill because the quality of the coffee and consistently friendly service. Drive up or go inside and enjoy the laid back atmosphere. Great snacks too! read more

Always great drinks, wonderful service, clean, and charming, Love North Hill Espresso read more

Outstanding vanilla lattes. Awesome Service with a smile. Gluten free cookies. My kind of place.

There is something about finding an amazing new place. It's like a secret find you want to keep all to yourself.. but I Yelp so I have a hard time with secrets. North Hill Espresso is nothing new to the neighborhood but their recent addition of cuisine that is out of this world (well sightly closer than that, from Ethiopia). Their beautiful new kitchen is filled with organic, local ingredients and crafted into a deeply flavorful menu that I have never experienced at a coffee shop.. ever.. and I am from Seattle so that is saying something! It's one of the best option for Vegan or Vegetarian in the area and the prices are so good you'll have enough for something to go. The food is the perfect compliment to the well crafted coffee and super friendly staff. You walk in and you are part of the family. Sit down, enjoy it because you're always welcome is the feeling you walk in and leave with. read more

I've gone in a few times to keep trying to give them another chance but I just don't think It's going to work out for me. The coffee was a bit weak and the chai tea is made from a powder-not too good. But the worst part of it was that the owner didn't seem to care much at all. It's always the same woman working when I have gone in and she has never greeted me. She seemed pretty pleasant towards a group of regulars but definitely not towards me. Don't think I'll be going back read more

You got to try it to believe. the top Chef (Nibret Aga) is amazing as her partner (Heather explain...) read more

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I've been meaning to write a review for this place for quite sometime. I love this place, it feels like the Cheers bar every time I walk in. Heather (co-owner) is always so incredibly friendly and always has a smile on her face, besides their amazingly good coffee drinks. I personally like here blended mochas with real milk, which she does on request. On the kitchen side, Nibret (other co-owner) keeps the shop smelling wonderful with here array of spices and fresh veggies. Her Ethiopean style food is great and her love for cooking and feeding people is obvious. Both of these woman have such friendly attitudes that I stop in just to hang out for a while sometimes Great place for meeting with friends and brief business meetings also. read more

I love coming here, the only place that can make the drink I like actually taste good! Heather is so friendly and sweet

Been a customer here since the day they opened. The best "secret recipe" french vanilla latte I have ever had. Incredibly friendly and accomodating owner. Would give it ten stars if I could! read more

North Hill Espresso is small place that would be easy to pass by but is definitely worth stopping for. Heather, the owner, is wonderful. I moved away from the Seattle area but before I did, she knew me by name. When I have gone back home to visit my family I am sure to stop there no matter what. She still knows me by name and AFTER FOUR YEARS still knows my drink order! Last I heard (late 2011) she planned on adding specialty cafe items for people with sensitivities like to gluten and other healthy menu items. Plus last I was there she still takes checks (does anyone even use them anymore?) The drinks are fantastic too and prices are comparable to anywhere - but it's the service that really sets things over the top. If you aren't all that into coffee, stop by and try the frescante! I would get it with coffee and my ex would get it without and it is almost like a milkshake it is so rich! (Don't have this drink before breakfast! Made that mistake!) Also, my mom loves the sugar-free vanilla frescante and I have to say - many places (Starbucks included/especially) the sugar-free version of a drink is terrible compared to the regular version. Not at North Hill Espresso. There are times I liked my mom's sugar-free vanilla frescante more than my regular version mocha frescante! Either way, go there! You won't be disappointed. read more

I have been going to North Hill Espresso for 3 years. I love that Heather is not only your barista but your friend. She and her employees know you by name and make you the coffee you wish you could get anywhere. read more

I have been going here for years. The lattes are excellent and now with the addition of healthy Ethiopian food it gets even better, Heather and Nibret are the wonderful, caring owners and we are so lucky to have this little gem in our neighborhood! read more

good expressi. friendly hoste. no brakfast any longer! Latte ok. Medium weak coffee. Chai made from mix.. not good. . Lots of locals there for coffee. read more

Nibret's Wholesome Cuisine @ North Hill Espresso is great! I had the Ethiopian Cuisine and I can say that it is as good as the best. The service is top notch and Nibret, the owner, treats you as a friend. EAT HERE! read more