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    Preserve and Gather

    4.4 (202 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    PRESERVE AND GATHER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Veggie Biscuit
    Jennifer H.

    This is a very nice coffee shop filled with lots of homemade pastries and even their own jam. The coffee is well prepared and they also offer some good coffee alternative drinks, such as matcha and seasonal specials like an iced Rooibos latte. I have tried a few of their offerings and I like their chocolate chip cookie and scones. I also had the veggie biscuit sandwich, which was good but was even better when I warmed it up in the toaster! The staff is very warm and friendly here. The only downside is that the hours are a bit early so make sure to come before 2:30pm!

    Ricotta Matcha cake and Sweet Cream Scone
    Susan S.

    Bought a few pastries. Friendly staff.delicious pastries and drinks. A bit on the pricey side but everything we have tasted there has been pretty good. Definitely would come back again. The scones all good. Match cake was delish.

    Sweet cream scone with peach butter
    Taylor R.

    I went here on a weekday midmorning, and I was surprised to see how busy it was. There were a lot of people who were working at the available tables and at the bar counter. This was my first time here--to be honest I almost missed it when going down the street because it kind of blends in, in my opinion. I parked in the residential neighborhood behind the café so parking is just like any other place in Seattle--not great. The cafe space was very clean and minimal. Staff was friendly taking my order. I had a latte and probably the best plain scone I've ever had in my life. The peach butter was so good and I realize that you can actually buy it to take home with you! I need to do that next time. I also appreciated all the cutlery was compostable, and that they used ceramic cups for in-house as to not waste to-go containers. I will say, the bolted down coffee tables and the yellow benches are less to be desired. The table itself is a little too far from the benches so it's awkward to eat at, and the benches themselves are about as comfortable as a church pew. I must come back for my peach butter!

    Rooibos milk tea
    Diana C.

    The staff here are awesome! Very helpful and attentive and kind! The space is bright and fun but modern. Great place to meet up or do work or grab a quick moment of peace for yourself. The drink and food were both fantastic. The cheese scone was amazing, the rooibos milk tea was also amazing, and the faux tuna sandwich was unique and good too. I definitely plan to come back!

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    McKenna P.

    I have so many good things to say about Preserve and Gather!!!! First, the space is nice and open - I have been able to meet coworkers here, bring family to hang out, and haven't had an issue finding a spot to sit. The food and coffee are just amazing. I have tried quite a few different pastries and plates, each being amazing. My favorites have been the Ham & Jam biscuit (which is super unique!!) and the peanut butter and chocolate oat bar. I take anyone and everyone I know here to try their goodies whenever they are in town!

    Preetha A.

    Excellent strong, well made coffee . It's reasonably priced and a bright open space with lots of seating. They use fulcrum coffee and have a lot of freshly baked pastries which loom like they are made in house. Will come back for coffee and to try some of their cakes , scones and pastries. Be aware the interior is a little sparse, plants need some care . It's great to meet someone to catch up but doesn't look like a good place to work/ study. Can get loud as well.

    pear chai butter!
    Wendy K.

    Can't thank Marie B enough for offering to let me check out Preserve and Gather! For the ride to Coffeeholic and my appointment after thank you my friend!! Especially when she stayed in the car while I ordered from their window. Looking forward to when they allow dining inside again. What a wonderful space. The variety of baked goods made it difficult for me to decide what to try. The salad and other entrees sounded delicious. Picked up a couple of the ginger oear scones, a delicata squash hand pie and fig bar along with a jar of their chai pear butter. Wasn't on their jam /butter list but was an option to but on one of their sweet cream biscuits so I asked if I could buy a jar. And they said yes ! Definitely will be back once I figure the bus route for sure!

    The Shortbread Jam Bar was really good!
    Julia C.

    The baked goods are made in house!! And they are all SO GOOD! Fresh, just the right amount of sweetness, and delicious. Friendly baristas who make really good coffee and matcha lattes! Ambiance at this cafe is like a warm hug to the heart which you'll want to keep coming back for more.

    Ham and Jam Biscuit
    Cecile B.

    Came here on a Sunday morning with a friend who raves about their sweet cream scones. I tried the ham and jam biscuit and enjoyed the combination of flavors, even though I typically find biscuits a little dry. The space was busy but ordering was efficient, and prices feel a little high but the pastries seem quality.

    Ham & Gruyère roll, 12 oz London Fog in the cup
    Marcela V.

    I have been meaning to try this place for a while now, even before COVID. I recently started trying to go on morning walks and decided to finally come here. It was such a cute spot and the staff was very nice and helpful. My boyfriend had the dog outside and he forgot his mask, but luckily they had extra masks and let us bring our pup in. We ordered the ham and Gruyère rolls, an oat milk latte, and an oat milk London fog. I haven't had a London fog in a while and this one came out perfect! The ham & Gruyère roll was also delicious. For anyone wondering they have oat milk, soy milk, and almond milk as their milk alternatives. I look forward to coming back here and hopefully dining in one day when we're back to normal.

    Sweet cream scone with chai pear butter
    Keri N.

    What a charming coffee shop in the Greenwood neighborhood! I got a latte and the sweet cream scone- which comes with your choice of jam. I got the chai pear butter. Scone and chai pear butter were so delicious! The coffee was good/standard. Service was friendly and swift. The prices felt a little more expensive compared to other coffee shops it seemed. Overall a great place to gather and enjoy a coffee/pastry!

    Austin G.

    Preserve and Gather is a cafe in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. My family of three went during the pandemic. Due to covid-19, indoor dining isn't allowed. Instead, walk up to the door converted into a window and order your pastries and coffee. We only had to wait a few minutes before our vanilla latte and decaf latte were ready. My vanilla latte was creamy, but my wife didn't love her decaf. Best coffee in the city? No, but still decent.

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    Sherry W.

    Cute Greenwood cafe spot with nice decor and a fun vibe. I can here for a light breakfast and I think that's what it's perfect for since it's mostly grab-and-go with premise bakery treats, but there are a few options for sandwich/salads. And I didn't get a drink but they had lots of options. My friends got the sandwich that was on Seawolf baguette, apple butter, and Brie - which they really enjoyed. I got the pickled egg salad sandwich which was nice and tasted like quality ingredients, but if you're not a fan of pickled/vinegar flavor it might be a bit strong for you because the eggs are pickled - not eggs and pickles! I also got the butternut squash bread and the caramelized onion and gruyere bun which was delicious (tasted like French onion soup).

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    10 years ago

    Great little place. Unusual menu. Good coffee. Everything is homemade! I recommend it and hope they are around for a long time.

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    No not when I went they were only doing to go orders only

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    4.3
    (1.7k reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    Love love love!! When we arrived 30 mins before closing and…read morethere's about 40-50 ppl here with a line out the door, you know it's going to be good!!! We got a matcha float with mochi and a hojicha float with mochi. We love the hojicha better. The matcha is prob one of the better I've tasted, but not often you can find hojicha ice cream and milk tea. It was creamy and mildly sweet. So good, refreshing and satisfying! The mochi were ok. It was very bland and not sweet at all. I do prefer my mochi to have a little sweetness to them, like a sweet bite. This was like chewing a bigger non sweet boba ball. So I'd pass on the mochi here and maybe do all ice cream. If ever we're in Seattle would visit again. Update: we came here a few yrs later. The drinks were still good as ever. My husband got a frappe and loved it. We had a salmon bowl which was decent. Not something I would order again here but we were so hungry from traveling and meeting friends, we needed some food. This time no line out the door. We got a seat inside. We came in June this yr, nice weather outside but inside was super hot as they did not run the AC. They had the windows/doors open but no breeze and mosquitos were inside attacking. I can't imagine a good breeze when the cafe is wedged btw two huge buildings. It made our visit this time very stifling.

    I've had the soft serve from here before, which was pretty good, so I got the matcha parfait this…read moretime. It seems to be what they're known for. This comes in a very large cup, with layers of matcha ice cream, cornflakes, vanilla whippedd cream, and mochi at the bottom. I'll be honest that the matcha ice cream wasn't my favorite. I'm not a huge fan of matcha in general, but I have had examples where the sweetness balances with the earthiness better - and this felt like it leaned too much into the earthiness side of it. It just tasted off when mixed with everything else. What was exceptional, though, was the second and third layers. Mixing the cornflakes with the vanilla whipped cream/yogurt layer was awesome. The crunchy texture provided with the creamy vanilla flavor really worked - and it felt like what the essence of a parfait is with the textural and flavor contrast. I think I would've liked this a lot more if the top had been vanilla ice cream instead - submitting a request to have that as an option on the menu. This was pretty expensive. It cost 14 dollars for a single parfait. That's just a crazy amount. I know it's pretty big, but it's simply overpriced. Overall, it's a decent but not very practical dessert. 5.5/10

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    Milk Drunk

    Milk Drunk

    4.0
    (498 reviews)
    8.1 mi
    $$

    Streetfront building. Public street parking only from my understanding. Indoor and outdoor seating…read more Order at the register, they give you a number, and bring it to you when ready if you're dining in. Friendly service in a casual atmosphere! We got two chicken sandwiches - original and southern bird (a bit spicy). Both delicious and generous servings, but also be warned they're messy to eat! They cut them in half for us so they were easy to share. Much appreciated. Also got strips (comes with curly fries and your choice of two sauces). And an extra order of curly fries that def wasn't necessary for our fam of 4 (2 adults, 4 yr old, and 2 yr old). I got a white peach sangria slushie, too. Not the biggest serving, but tasty! All that ran me just over $70 including tax and small tip as of July 2026. Not a bad deal, and we came home with leftovers!

    After hearing about Milk Drunk from several people in the last few weeks, we are so glad we checked…read morethis place out! It 100% lives up to the hype- amazing double fried chicken sandwiches and even more amazing ice cream! I love the different variations of chicken sandwiches they have. We tried the original which had their delicious herbaceous green sauce/aioli and the Homer which tasted so fresh with the veggies and whipped garlic sauce that accompany the fried chicken. The curly fries are a must if you're here & looking for a savory snack. The ice cream is a must, too! We particularly loved the seasonal miso caramel and wish it wasn't only seasonal. There was a line out the door when we went on a weeknight, so I imagine a line is to be expected when you come by, but it moves very quickly as you order at the counter. You'll wait for the ice cream at the counter but if dining in, they'll bring the food when it's ready. I personally didn't mind having dessert first! There's some indoor seating and some outdoor seating. Super casual vibes. Service is pretty quick overall. And we love the convenience that it's right by the light rail station.

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    Indigo Cow

    Indigo Cow

    4.2
    (376 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    Indigo Cow is a soft serve shop that really surprised me in the best way. I'm usually a little…read moreskeptical of soft serve places since they often use nasty-looking mix, but I'd heard they use milk from Hokkaido, Japan, which is known for its dairy, so I came in expecting something rich -- and it absolutely delivered. They offer two flavors, Hokkaido Milk and Matcha, and I went with the swirl because I wanted the best of both worlds. I usually prefer my ice cream plain so I can focus on the flavor itself, but they do offer mochi and syrup toppings if you want to dress it up. I was actually a little surprised to see the strawberry syrup was sold out, which weirdly made me even more intrigued -- but in the end, I still stuck with the ice cream as is. The shop itself is a small pickup window attached to a larger Japanese restaurant, and it seems like a very cost-effective way to run the business. It also appeared to be operated by just two people, which made the whole operation even more impressive. When I went, there was a long line that stretched a good way down the street, but the wait moved quickly -- I spent about 15 minutes waiting to order and had my ice cream within minutes. The Hokkaido Milk was the standout for me: incredibly rich, creamy, and smooth. As someone who loves a good vanilla profile, I was very into it. The Matcha was also done really well, with just the right bitterness to balance the sweetness and complement the milk. I tried to isolate each flavor in every bite so I could appreciate them on their own, and I'm glad I did. By the time I finished, I was completely satisfied, but low-key wanted another round. I exercised great self-control though :D

    After dinner nearby, we stopped by Indigo Cow for dessert. I've been here before at their LA…read morelocation and tried the matcha and Hokkaido milk swirl. I wasn't impressed by the portion size or how diluted the matcha tasted, but I still remembered enjoying the Hokkaido milk soft serve. REGULAR - 6.50 + Hokkaido Milk +2 for M.B.R (Mochi + Brown sugar syrup + Roasted soybean powder) The Hokkaido milk soft serve was smooth, creamy, and subtly milky without being overly sweet. The flavor itself is pretty mild, so I'd definitely recommend adding the M.B.R. The mochi was a bit stale, but the brown sugar syrup added a nice depth of sweetness, and the roasted soybean powder gave the soft serve a nutty, toasty flavor. These two toppings definitely elevated the soft serve for me. Overall, a quick and casual dessert spot in the area. We sat at one of the tables outside and enjoyed our soft serve.

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