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    Realfine Coffee

    4.4 (63 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    ThuyVy N.

    Went here for a quick coffee in the middle of my work day at around 11 I got an iced white mocha and there and there was no one else in line, lots of other people in the shops and hanging and working tho. The service was really nice and overall it's a nice shop, I'd go back. Iced white mocha - 6.5/10

    i've never had such a bad iced latte in my life. i physically saw the girl pour the espresso right over ice instead of in milk & then add ice... if you drink iced lattes or even know how to make one you know its espresso, milk, & then you add the ice otherwise you burn the espresso. customer service wasn't there either, no hi, hello, no eye contact was made with me when i was ordering my latte, the latte taste burnt, and not to mention the SMALL latte was $7 and the size of a SAUCE cup. i wish i would've looked at the reviews before i came here it just happened to be the closest coffee shop to me.

    hazelnut iced latte
    Karina C.

    I got the Hazelnut Iced latte with whole milk and the espresso still shines through a latte! Cozy cafe with plenty of wall bar stools and a couple tables. Friendly staff and not too crowded on a weekday afternoon.

    cardamom cappuccino (left), almond latte (right)
    Kelsey G.

    Small coffee shop with a cute aesthetic. Not too much seating, so as the day went on, some people had trouble finding a place to sit. The biggest issue was that the door doesn't close all the way, which made it really cold. Plus, since the shop is so small, anyone opening the door causes the whole shop to change temperatures. On this winter day, even wearing a large puffer jacket, we had to cut our work session early to find a warmer alternative. The coffee itself was good! I got an almond flavored latte with oat milk. They had an interesting selection of syrups - not a lot of the ones I'm used to seeing, and some fruit-related ones I haven't seen anywhere else. Since Seattle has so much high quality coffee at roughly the same price point, the main distinguishing factor for me is the ambiance. The door situation unfortunately was a dealbreaker, especially on the frigid day I went. However, if you only plan to grab a coffee to-go and want to try new syrup flavors, this would be a great spot!

    Conner J.

    This is my new favorite coffee place in Seattle. Very few coffee places have stuck in my memory recently except for this one. The atmosphere is really cute, with great window seats that have draping plants and well designed. It was a rainy day and there was something about sitting in that window area that felt really homey. I asked for a glass for my coldbrew and since they usually do cups, they gave me a glass that was a bit smaller and just told me to come get a refill whenever. Not only that but they were very nice and made some good conversations while waiting. The coffee itself was really good as well. The coldbrew had hints of chocolate and was really smooth. It was pretty strong so after my second one I was wired which was not the best idea since we got there around 5pm. That was the other thing too is that they are open pretty late for a coffee shop. Overall a phenomenal coffee shop that you should check out.

    Exterior (3/25/23)
    Marie B.

    I usually have mochas from another indie a block away, however, I noticed Realfine Coffee diagonal from where my car was parked on E Pine (3/25/23). I stopped in during the final hour of service. Nice chill atmosphere. Nice interior decor. There's counter, window/sidewalk view, table interior seating, as well as, limited outdoor sidewalk seating. Welcoming counter staff. My 12oz mocha was on point for presentation, taste, and temperature - which was greatly appreciated. I just hung out at the counter facing the feature wall. Decent music. Folks seated indoors, like me, but observed a steady stream of takeout beverage orders. I enjoyed my first visit, definitely recommended!

    Chai latte
    Diana C.

    Service was good with the barista providing some recommendations. The inside is pretty small with only a few spaces to sit and hang out. There are a few plugs and the WiFi is stable (password on top of mini fridge). The chai was good as well and I loved the little "wall" of dog Polaroids on the fridge near the drink pick up.

    Soy iced latte, oat milk iced latte
    Emily L.

    The people working were super kind. Made the coffee super fast and it was delicious. I'd go here over Starbucks any day. The atmosphere is also nice, clean, and calm in here. Definitely would return again.

    M M.

    I love this coffee shop! Delicious coffee, cute ambiance, people working on laptops minding their own business! Lots of seating options! Definitely check this out when you come to Seattle! Welcoming staff & fast turn around for drinks! I highly recommend!

    Tram A.

    This coffee shop was surprising good! I happened to park right in front of this store. After shopping around, I came back and got a hot machiato to go and it was sooooooo good! You can tell from the first sip that it's quality coffee! I will definitely come back to this cute little shop for more drinks. The staff is also very nice and efficient. Some people do come in and study/work on their computers here. Check this place out if you're nearby! You won't be disappointed!

    Wai L.

    When you have some of the best coffee choices in a 5 block radius, smaller local names can be forgotten. When I first moved to Seattle I was naturally drawn to big names or the ritzy Sbux reserve, but after daily sampling I have found Realfine coffee to be one of the most underrated coffee shops in the area and our personal fav. They just nail my fav drink, which is an oat milk latte. Been looking forward to their coffee every day now. Hope you feel the same way!

    Sarah C.

    Love this coffee shop, especially that it's super close to my place! It's been one of my go-to places for coffee lately. I usually order a regular latte and add a bit of simple syrup for a touch of sweetness and it's perfect. I really like how the lattes here still have a nice strong coffee taste, and not too milky like some places make it. I have also tried their chocolate croissant and banana bread - both delicious! They also have a nice decor with a really cute mini plant wall. It's not a huge space but there's usually some seating when I come. This place is also dog friendly! Will definitely keep coming back!

    Iced latte
    Lizette R.

    Great neighborhood coffee shop! We stayed in the area and loved having Realfine so close to us!

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    Storyville Coffee Company

    Storyville Coffee Company

    4.5
    (2.6k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$

    A friend convinced us to try this coffee shop with tales of the best latte she'd ever had. This…read morelocation is at Pike Place Market, and takes a little effort to get to as it is up a couple flights of stairs, but has wonderful views overlooking the market. The coffee was delicious especially with the house-made nondairy milk, but what really stood out was the frosted cinnamon roll, which was almost like candy. I am not sure if this happens during the busiest moments in the shop, but they did have staff bussing the tables, and one staff member actually brought us our order (I'd been listening for my name to be called and didn't hear it). It was a really nice touch with some really pleasant waitstaff.

    Storyville Coffee Company has impressive vibes, but that's about it…read more Found up multiple flights of stairs, tucked in a cool corner of Pike Place Market, Storyville Coffee Company has one of the most boujee menus and spaces I have ever seen for a coffee shop. They clearly care about their image as they offer a free mug for first-time customers with an email sign-up. The drinks here are ok, but they average between $8-$10 each. I think the pricing is just much too high. You're paying for the vibes, not for a great cup of coffee. The matcha we tried was mediocre. There are so many other great places for coffee in Seattle, for just a fraction of the price. I think Storyville is preying on tourists visiting the market. They probably have to charge that much to keep the 8 employees milling about behind the counter employed. The space does have lots of seating, but it was nearly full during our early afternoon visit. Save your money, find another great local coffee spot!

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    Storyville Coffee Company
    Cappuccino and vino. A nice Zin. Smooth and nutty cappuccino.

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    Yoka Tea

    Yoka Tea

    4.7
    (139 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    I finally got a chance to come here a second time, and even scored parking on the same block and…read moreside as here! This was on a Sunday afternoon close to 5pm, and there were still so many people occupying nearly every seat inside. I did come back to try their matcha matcha drink only to find it gone from their current menu as of May 2026. Instead, their turon matcha immediately caught my eye, as it has banana and I've been obsessed with banana-flavored toppings and puree on my matcha lately. It has matcha and house banana puree, both of which work well together. The tiny layer of house banana puree has all the flavor, especially when you mix the whole drink together. Very refreshing, and their ceremonial matcha's grassy tones still came out despite the banana puree being just as strong in the drink. Their matcha here comes pretty close to making it to the highest spots on my list of my most favorite matcha places in Seattle. Even if it isn't on the top of that list, their drinks are still 5+ star quality.

    Drinks - I have gotten a few drinks here, but my latest obsession is the turon matcha. i have never…read moretasted anything like it and it is legit a turon taste. like it blows my mind that someone put this in a drink. Service - always super friendly. Ambiance - very chill. meant to hang out here for a while. they also have a ton of other asian goodies inside like my fav hot garlic, the black sesame spread and the SEASONAL pineapple bun spread.

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    Such a cute spot
    Such a cute spot
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    Phe

    Phe

    4.5
    (348 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I came in expecting to be all about the coffee, but the Banana Pudding Matcha completely surprised…read moreme! I'm usually not a matcha fan, but this drink won me over. It was creamy, lightly sweet, and topped with the most satisfying crunchy goodness that added the perfect texture. Then came the Phê Mê--coffee with condensed milk and black sesame cream. This was the drink for me. Rich, smooth, nutty, and unlike anything I've had before. It's one of those drinks that makes you slow down because every sip is worth savoring. The coffee isn't just delicious--it's craftsmanship in a cup. The space is inviting and makes you want to linger longer with your friends sipping on these delicious beverages.

    Arrived mid-afternoon on a weekday and there was a line out the door. Seems typical for a trendy…read moreplace in Seattle. We waited ~15 mins before ordering. We ordered the matcha banana pudding and hojicha ginger tofu pudding lattes. Service took ~10 mins. The matcha banana pudding was yummy. The matcha was of good quality and the banana pudding top was a smooth, cream top that tasted just like banana pudding, with a fun crunch in the topping. The hojicha ginger tofu was a bit more adventurous in flavor. The ginger and tofu messed with my brain and made it feel like I was drinking a savory asian sauce/soup, but the drink was still sweet. I kept sipping, but the strange savory/sweet limbo never really balanced correctly to truly enjoy the drink. On the plus side, the silken tofu was fun to sip through the straw and added some protein. There is seating indoors, but the tables can fill up quickly. Some people were wfh, but most were chatting. There is 1 hr complimentary WiFi. Typical Seattle street parking. Overall, the latte flavors were fun to try and it was an aesthetic cafe. But, the prices for the lattes make them more of a novel, hyped up purchase.

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    Hojicha banana pudding
    Hojicha banana pudding
    Phe Me, or Phin coffee drink with black sesame cream.

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    Phe Me, or Phin coffee drink with black sesame cream.
    Drip Drip Coffeehouse

    Drip Drip Coffeehouse

    4.5
    (187 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    Located in a more hidden part on the edge of Capitol Hill, there's a good amount of street parking…read morein the area. The inside had a good amount of seating and was playing upbeat music. The decor was really nice and I liked the mural they had up. The staff were friendly and let us know about some of their popular drinks. I got the Salted Egg Yolk Coffee and it was very decadent and creamy. It complimented the strong coffee and had nice layering when sipped out of the top instead of through a straw. Will definitely be back to try some of the other drinks.

    The drinks are good but they are very pricey. I ordered a coconut latte and for some reason I…read morecouldn't order a hot one on their kiosk, so I didn't ask for ice. They don't even fill it up to the rim of the cup. If I'm paying $10 I expect to get a good amount of coffee. I even ask the barista if she can fill up my cup further and she said sorry that that's the measurement. That's ridiculous. I'll go to Starbucks - at least I get my money's worth to some degree. Also, most of their specialty coffee drinks have dairy in it. So if you're lactose intolerant, you're better off just getting a regular espresso because you can't replace any of the specialty drinks with alternate dairy options. They are pre-made mixes They have food but nothing vegan so if you're a vegetarian or a vegan, you're out of luck. The pastries look gross. I took one look at it and it definitely was not appealing to look at. It looked dry and it looked like the pastries have been sitting in the display case for weeks

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    Salted Egg Yolk Coffee
    Salted Egg Yolk Coffee
    Customized Matcha latte flight
    Customized Matcha latte flight
    Sesame, salted egg yolk, and blossom coffee.

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    Coffeeholic House

    Coffeeholic House

    4.6
    (810 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    coffee 5/5 i got the coconut coffee blended ($7). it comes…read moremildly sweet, so i asked for it to be a little sweeter. it was incredible! i feel that blended drinks often lose the coffee taste, but not this beauty. the coffee flavor was delicious and mixed well with the coconut. if you prefer your drinks blended and like coconut, this is your girl! service 5/5 staff was helpful and walked me through my options to make the drink to my preference. cafe 5/5 they must have recently added tables and chairs. i love that i can sit in and they have free wifi. everything was clean and tidy. parking is street only and could be hard to find. only a few blocks from the columbia city light rail stop. overall, i'm excited to go back and get some work done while i try other items on the menu!

    I used to be a regular at Coffeeholic and brought a lot of visitors here. However, the last two…read moretimes I went, I got a stomachache and so did my friend who was visiting Seattle. I noticed that they now pour drinks from a pre-made plastic jug instead of making them fresh like when the store first opened. I usually don't get sick from drinking coffee but twice in a row is pretty bad. Their drinks are also overly sweet and most of them do not have a 0% sweet option, which is usually what I order from other coffee and tea shops, and it's probably because most of the ingredients are pre-mixed. They also use thick plastic cups, considering that Seattle is a pretty green city and a lot of similar Vietnamese coffee shops use sustainable cups. Sad to say, but my time visiting this chain has come to an end.

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    Egg cloud cream foam with ube drizzle-ube coffee
    Egg cloud cream foam with ube drizzle-ube coffee
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    Dark Night (Black Sesame Latte)
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    Espresso Vivace Roasteria

    Espresso Vivace Roasteria

    4.2
    (909 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    Vivace espresso "Ooh La La". Every time my tastebuds desire that taste of a robust caffeine fix , I…read morestop at VIVACE on Broadway! Definallty the emerald city's smoothest java shot around. What's amazing is theres no acidic taste ruining your beverage , just a smooth euphoric rush of caffeine coursing through your body. I normally get an iced latte to get my geyser gushing but a straight shot does happen occaisionly. Outside of the superior taste the caffeine kick back is like a NASA ROCKET BOOSTER piloting Artemis II... Now the hired hands are fined tuned & trained baristas extracting the brown juices from local roasted beans. BTW VIVACE roasts its own coffee, specializing in a Northern Italian style developed by founder David Schomer since 1992... This is why you'll love its taste... VIVACE's interior space is very large for small & medium size gatherings with a hipster eclectic taste of furnishings. Also beware free WiFi if you're a lounge lizard is available... During good weather days outside seating is available for the rare days the gods allow Seattle sun to shine down upon us. Table & chairs on sidewalk allows you front row seating to the freak show for entertainment. Not much more to say, so grab a shot of caffeine!

    This was a nice coffee shop. It was very spacious inside with many seating options to choose from…read more Ordering was very seamless. I got a Latte with oat milk. At first I wanted to take it to go but the ambiance was nice inside, so I just stayed in. I should've just said "for here". Anyhow, I secured a nice window seat and enjoyed my drink and the view. My latte was good. For me, I like medium roast and it tasted more towards a medium-dark roast. It wasn't bad, my latte was delicious. It was just a little different than I was used to. The drink came together very well, the oat milk was creamy and the espresso was very rich. All in all, I think this is a cool place to work and catch up with friends. I might read or journal here, but depending on the day and the lighting it can get a little dim for that. I'd come back again.

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    Nice lobby
    Nice lobby
    Espresso Vivace Roasteria
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