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    Semicolon Cafe

    3.8 (449 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Bulgogi Sandwich and Lady Matcha
    Drew W.

    Delicious, well crafted food! I love the sandwiches here! The bulgogi and lox sandwiches are my go-tos. Everything always tastes fresh and I love the way it's displayed.

    S.O.S Sandwich
    Teja K.

    Updating to 4 stars, the second time I went, the bread was stale and dry. A little disappointing because it was so good the first time. Hopefully it was a one time thing

    Bulgogi Sandwich Peach Latte(no espresso) Tiramisu Latte
    Minh Hà H.

    The food was really good. I loved the sandwiches. The tiramisu latte was so creamy and tasty, my fav there. The peach latte was a little bit sweet and it kinda tasted like artificial peach syrup. But overall, good experience!

    Jerri K.

    Went back and ordered the pork bulgogi sandwich, it was delicious! My husband got one of the matcha bombs and a beef bulgogi sandwich, he said both were great. Service was friendly and quick!

    "BELT" sandwich
    Kelly S.

    It's a small cafe with a little bit of window seating. Not ideal for conversations. One person waiting for a takeout and another on a laptop. Pretty slow on a Weds at lunch time. I've been wanting to try their sandwiches so got the bacon & egg one. The egg was fluffy and good, but all of the bacon was on top so by the time I got down to the bottom half of the sandwich, it was missing a main ingredient and therefore bland. The environment felt empty and not at all like a cozy cafe. And the staff weren't very friendly or welcoming. Wouldn't return.

    Kathryn O.

    Solid café and sandwich spot in Bellevue. The sandwich I got was more sweet and savory. The bread was soft and they put a lot of mayo on it. My latte was standard and I see myself coming back. The interiors are minimal and modern and the service is quick.

    B.E.L.T. sando Belt Sandwich
    Sandy L.

    Delicious, healthy, great service and menu! 10/10 Really appreciate the friendly service and smooth ordering screen. I was impressed by how the digital menu would toggle down each item and show a picture of it. Super helpful! Got to try: - mango-banana smoothie (fresh, not overly sweet, yummy!) -B.E.L.T. (bacon egg lettuce tomato; very satisfying in a farm-to-table fresh way) - Lox (so flavorful with the dill cream and smoked salmon! I loved every bite.) The egg was so fluffy and the toast was just right.

    Bulgogi Sandwich Matcha Latte(no espresso)
    Mellissa B.

    Went here for Saturday lunch and it wasn't exactly busy since the cafe is small but it was full!! There was no wait to order and it's through a kiosk. I just ordered to go and ate at the Bellevue park across the street. The drink came out almost right away and waited a few minutes for the sandwich. The matcha was not sweet at all and was bitter so probably was suppose to get the strawberry matcha to get some sweetness since I already had regular sweetness. It was kind of like every sip I took the matcha was very strong that it was like eating a spoonful of matcha. The bulgogi sandwich was good but the ratio was a little off to me. All the meat was at the top half of the sandwich so when I got to the bottom it was just bread. And there was a good amount of bulgogi too it was just all at the top. But the bread was good too!!

    Bulgogi Sandwich (left) Chicken Sandwich (right)
    Amy L.

    There's not much service. You order from an iPad, they call your name when your drink/food is ready, and you pick it up at the counter. With that being said, it was quick service. The ambiance is nice. I especially like the plants all over the place. Chicken Sandwich 4/5 The egg and the chicken were a bit bland. The sauce helped it out a bit but there wasn't much flavor otherwise. The bread is soft and on the sweeter side. Good size sandwich but still a bit overpriced imo. Tiramisu Latte 4.5/5 Good sweetness level and flavors but tasted a bit watered down.

    Plain S.O.S Sandwich
    Steven E.

    Quiet little bistro with the egg sandwiches. Service is quick and prices are fair for these fancy sandwiches. The do have tea and coffee as well as dessert.

    Mango ade
    Vinh M.

    Yummy place for sandwiches in a very relaxing, cafe-like setting though at a somewhat high price. This place is so clean and simple inside, and a nice minimalistic place to take a break as well... kinda what a semicolon does for a run-on sentence, so the whole atmosphere matches its name. I got here with a friend on a Friday around 12pm and there were a couple tables available. There aren't many tables to begin with though, and only one or two tables for groups larger than 4. I came here specifically for their sandwich and drinks, and that's exactly what my friend and I got. For this visit, I had the BELT (bacon, eggs, lettuce and tomatoes) sandwich and a Lady Matcha (with no sugar or milk adjustments), while my friend had their bulgogi sandwich and mango ade (at half-sweet). The BELT is nothing short of amazing, but also nothing rather special about it either. It's pretty small, and for almost $12 before tax it's pretty expensive. The presentation, color and way that the bread and condiments just perfectly squish together got me wanting to eat the sandwich and skip taking pictures altogether because it looked so good! And taste wise it doesn't disappoint. Eggs are fluffy and soft, and bacon has tons of flavor even though it wasn't as crisp as I imagined it would be. I got a bite of the bulgogi in my friend's sandwich and the meat was nicely flavored though a little bit dry. His sandwich was 50 cents more expensive than mine before tax. As for our drinks, the Lady Matcha really hit the spot on such a warm day, and same goes for my friend's mango ade! The matcha wasn't anything eye-opening but adding the strawberry milk had a nice, sweet kick to it though I wasn't sure about the added popcorn on top; aesthetically I loved it but I had to get it out with a spoon. My friend and I agreed that the mango ade is prefect when half-sweet; if it was any more sweet then it'd be too much to handle. Both drinks were reasonably priced compared to other places I've gotten similar drinks from. It felt very relaxing to sit inside here, and my friend and I easily spent nearly an hour just enjoying our food and chatting. This is definitely a high recommend for me even with the small shortcomings!

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    John M.

    We swung by this spot bc we knew we'd be in the area and found this in Yelp close to Bellevue Square. Initially, we saw the higher price for the sandwiches but figured let's give it a try. So glad we did. The store is nice but not elaborate. Parking is validated for 2 hours (parking next door). We decided to order 2 sandwiches (BELT & Bulgogi) and 2 lattes (Lady Matcha & Tiramisu). We enjoyed the food. I would recommend giving this cafe a try - for sure. I'd come back if I get a chance.

    Strawberry smoothie
    Ratish K.

    loved the Chicken Sandwich and the spiceness. the mushroom Shroom Sandwich was great as well. i wish they allowed customization to the Avocado Sandwich so that I could have the egg on the side and added some jalapenos and spicy sauce. the Strawberry Banana smoothie was amazing.. not sweet and perfect smoothie.

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    Ask the Community - Semicolon Cafe

    I have severe shellfish allergy (shrimp, crab, and lobster) is there any risk of cross contamination? Is there any shellfish ingredients in sauces or spices?

    Our ingredient is free from shellfish. Therefore, we believe it is safe for you. However, to exercise extra caution, we recommend avoiding lox and tuna sandwiches. Instead, opt for avocado, ham, and BELT sandwiches, as they are a safer choice.

    Is there any vegan sandwiches?

    No, there aren’t any Vegan sandwiches there. They specialize in Korean egg drop sandwiches so all of their sandwiches have egg in them. You can get Vegetarian sandwiches there, but not Vegan.

    Do you guys take cash or only credit cards?

    Both cash and cards are accepted.

    What's the difference between the matcha and matcha bomb?

    Matcha bomb is a matcha latte with espresso shot, a matcha and espresso fusion.

    Which sandwich is everybody's favorite?

    Bulgogi! Super flavorful and has great textures

    Are Dogs Allowed in the Cafe?

    I've seen them!

    Can you take any online order?

    Yes. please order from http://semicolonbellevue.com, or DoorDash / Ube Eats

    What is the business hours ? I went there once on the weekday morning but they closed.

    Regular store hours are 8am-5pm everyday. Kitchen(if you want to order Sandwiches) hours are 8am-4:30pm.

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    EatDirt

    EatDirt

    4.0
    (21 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Sad to see it go. Looked like there were some creative sandwich options but it is often…read moreunderstaffed and if you have to wait for a server's attention why not just go anywhere else where there are people waiting to serve you? It does seem like that portion of the food hall has some bad mojo, but I welcome someone new to try redeeming it.

    The name of this establishment may not sound too appealing, but don't let it deter you... they whip…read moreup some delicious sandwiches! The menu is quite small with three cold sandwiches and three hot ones, each inspired by a different region of the globe with the South Pacific, South America and Mediterranean as a few examples. There were two salads listed as well. I've been here twice and both times, when I went to place my order on the iPad, the menu stated they were out of stock for the sandwich that I wanted. However, when I asked the employee, she said that was not correct. So if you see the same message when ordering, it's worth asking about it! During my first visit, I ordered the RENDANG ($14). This hot sandwich came packed with SO much meat! Very tender chunks of marinated beef tasted of coconut, curry and warm spices. The flavor had true depth and I could actually taste hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Thin spears of pickled cucumber and carrot added crunch and a perfect zing of acidity. They were refreshing and cut through the rich beef. A drizzle of Sambal Terasi (chili) aioli gave it another layer of flavor. Cilantro, mint and Thai basil were all fresh and vibrant. The bread was lightly toasted, being a little crinkly in texture without being harsh against my gums. If I could change something, I would include a couple extra slices of the cucumber to balance out the ratio of vegetables to meat, and add a bit more of the aioli. Other than that, this is a great sandwich influenced by flavors of the South Pacific. My companion got the STEAK sandwich ($15) and enjoyed it. The steak slices were thinly cut and tender as well. They do their beef right! On another occasion, I tried the PROSCIUTTO ($14), one of their cold sandwiches. The delicate layers of prosciutto were placed on top of sliced tomatoes, pickled onion and arugula, all between pressed focaccia bread. Truffle mustard was spread on both pieces of bread, which was WAY too much in my opinion. With this mustard having a stronger flavor, it overpowered the sandwich and made it too tangy, especially in combination with the pickled onions. The menu stated this should include pistachios, but I didn't notice any, and they were all out of provolone, so there was also an absence of cheese. For the prices, these sandwiches are pretty generous in size, so I consider them a good deal, especially for the Bellevue area. The ingredients are fresh and make for a fantastic lunch option. While I wasn't a huge fan of the Prosciutto sandwich, I'd definitely go back again for another Rendang!

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    CRUNCH salad
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    Gilbert's on Main

    Gilbert's on Main

    4.0
    (1k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Stopped by Gabriel's for breakfast this morning. They have a good menu selection from breakfast ,…read morelunch, soup sandwiches and coffee options. The food portions were impressive. The bagels were delicious and toasted perfectly. It came with whipped butter and raspberry jam on the side. The pastrami omelet was very large and came with a generous serving of potatoes. ALso tried the pastrami and corned beef breakfast bagel, which was packed with almost like an omelet tucked inside a bagel. Also got a side of hand made chicken sausage which was okay. Tasted healthy. The one disappointment was the vanilla latte. It tasted more like it came from an automated coffee machine than a traditional espresso machine and lacked the flavor and quality I was expecting. Most things are self-serve here, including finding your own seating, grabbing silverware, getting water, and pouring drip coffee. As we were leaving, a live musician was getting set up to play, Which added a really welcoming atmosphere. The inside is nicely decorated and family friendly, with lots of children's books around to help keep little ones entertained. The prices are definitely on the higher side, but the portions are large. Food tastes good, large portions, cozy atmosphere, and live music, I'd come back again though I'd probably skip the latte next time.

    Gilbert's has been on Main Street as long as I can remember. They serve up deli style food in…read moremassive portions so even if the price seems kind of high, you are getting your moneys worth. All the food here is packed with flavor. The workers at the counter take your order and bring the food to your table. Its a nice cozy vibe regardless of the time of day or weather. One thing that has always stood out to me is that they serve Matzo Ball soup and an amazing Reuben sandwich. On my last visit I went around breakfast time. We ordered both the #7 Omelette: Nova Scotia Lox and the #2 Omelette: The Supreme Omelette. Of course both were such generous portions that we had leftovers. We also got the Reuben. The sandwich was so big it had to be deconstructed and eaten with a fork and knife.

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    Hot Pastrami and French Onion soup, boy were they both delicious! Can't wait to go back!
    Hot Pastrami and French Onion soup, boy were they both delicious! Can't wait to go back!
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    Great Harvest Bread Co.

    Great Harvest Bread Co.

    3.8
    (165 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $

    I took my granddaughter there for lunch. She loved her sandwich. Mine was heated and got soggy…read more They maybe could've heated the meat and cheese 1st, then put on a bun. I would go again. I like the healthy food they make.

    This is so unfortunate because I really genuinely love the breads here. But this is a review…read morespecifically about an experience I had like a month ago. I pre-ordered the high fiber bread scheduled for pick up on Monday. It was on the menu online and it accepted my payment, and considering it's a pre-order I assumed everything was good to go and they would make my order ready by Monday. I get to the store on Monday in a mad rush because I'm trying to pick up this high fiber bread to take home for my father in law flying back to Taiwan. So I literally made the trip just to get the bread in the morning and then rushed home to take him to the airport. I get to the store and apparently one of the managers said they tried to call me... at 6:30/7AM in the morning leaving me a voicemail on that same Monday I went to pick up the bread.... Basically saying they can't fulfill my order because the high fiber is not something they make on Monday??? I mean first of all, why are you taking preorders online then? Second of all, why is your online system allowing us customers to order and place in the cart if it's not available on Monday? Isn't that the point of preorder? So you know ahead of time what bread to make for customers? He then had the audacity to say... all our *regular customers* know our bread making schedule. It changes daily. Well, first of all, excuse me for not being a *regular* as in there's apparently some elitist exclusive group at great harvest bread. Also, though I'm not a *regular*, I do purchase breads from here for visitors etc from time to time and am well aware that the breads they make change daily WHICH IS WHY I PREORDERED. I was pretty upset about the whole ordeal and he compted me a Dakota bread which I don't even like. *eye roll* I think they seriously need to work on customer service etiquette and to edit their website so that it's not misleading. If you aren't able to provide the bread listed online, then don't enable it for preorders and waste our time commuting only to leave empty handed. Factoria is an extremely busy area too with heavy traffic in the morning. I was breaking a sweat trying to get from A to B on time What a complete disappointment. Please note this is not a review for the quality of their bread, but for the disappointing customer service and lack of transparency in their website. It's completely misleading...

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    Un Bien

    Un Bien

    4.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    9.5 mi
    $$

    tl;dr the juicy Caribbean pork sandwiches at this revived Seattle mini-chain live up to the…read morelegendary hype Un Bien is arguably Seattle's most popular sandwich joint, and its dramatic history begins with Cuban chef Lorenzo Lorenzo and his initial shop, Paseo. Lorenzo opened Paseo in 1994, where his popular Cuban roast pork sandwiches were regarded as among the best in the country. After years of local expansion, Paseo abruptly filed for bankruptcy in 2014. The brand was subsequently bought out by a local entrepreneur, but the sale did not include Paseo's secret recipes (the reboot attempted to reverse engineer the sandwiches with varying success). So, in 2015, Lorenzo's sons revived Paseo under a new name, Un Bien, armed with their father's original recipes. Nowadays, Un Bien is generally regarded as superior to Paseo, and you can grab their Caribbean sandos at one of the three locations across Seattle. You can't miss the pastel pink-and-teal palette of the original shack on an otherwise drab block of Ballard. As you approach the wooden window, you are greeted by the aroma of sauteed meats and veggies. Communal laquered wood benches are lined up underneath a covered pergola. Fifties hits ring respectfully around the kitchen. My partner and I visited for late weekday lunch, and we ordered immediately. We opted to focus on the signature pork shoulder, so we split the #1 Caribbean Roast and #2 The Press. Across both sandwiches, we were impressed by the tender pork, rich onions, lemon-forward aioli, and marinade-soaked baguette. The standard roast pork sandwich added on pickled jalapenos and crisp romaine, culminating in a dynamic flavor that accentuated the meat. Meanwhile, The Press featured tart banana peppers, smoked ham, and melty Swiss, amping up the sweet and savory flavors alike; we agreed that this extra-messy sandwich just edged out the standard version. Our order took just minutes to be prepared, and the bill just topped $30. Despite the fanfare, I still found myself surprised by just how satisfying Un Bien's sandwiches turned out to be. Across all the food I ate in Seattle, only these pork sandwiches would be worth a return visit, even if I had to venture out of my way.

    Messy, pricey, totally overrated…read more My family and I visited Un Bien and arrived approximately 45 minutes before closing. We ordered promptly, but were told we would only have about 10 minutes to use the seating area before it closed. When we asked for clarification because the restaurant was advertised as being open until 9:00 PM, staff confirmed they were open until then but said the seating area would close earlier anyway. After receiving our food, we were told not to sit down and were asked to leave the seating area altogether. The interaction felt abrupt and discourteous, especially given that we had arrived well before closing and had purchased food with the expectation that we could eat on-site. The food itself was average, but the poor customer service and inconsistent messaging about seating left a much stronger impression than the meal. There are other better places. Skip.

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    #1 Caribbean Roast
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    DERU Market

    DERU Market

    4.3
    (2.1k reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$

    This is a super cute, neighborhood market and deli tucked away in a residential pocket of Kirkland…read more It has a wonderful local community feel to it that makes it an incredibly inviting spot to drop by. The food here is always fantastic. They serve up really fresh, great quality dishes, and their desserts are amazing, especially their massive slices of cake. I have been here multiple times for lunch now, and every single time the food has been really good and consistently hits the spot and people I take always have great things to say about it The setup is charming and comfortable, featuring a nice indoor space as well as a great outdoor patio area that's perfect when the weather is nice. It has a lively, casual marketplace energy that makes it a great environment to sit down and enjoy a relaxed meal. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you are in the Kirkland area and looking for a high-quality food spot. It's easily one of my go-to recommendations!

    Anytime I'm drinking vinho verde, the chances of a 5 star review go up, up, up. Thankfully, my Yelp…read morefriends didn't steer me wrong on this one. We started with the fresh garden salad with pepitas. greens, herby dressing and pickled carrots at Deru, then dove into two wood fired, blistered pizzas, the mushroom and the pepperoni. Add a bottle of vinho verde and who could complain? The ordering process was a little confusing at first, but the second visit should be easier. Pro tip: don't stand in the long line unless you're ordering to-go. Find a table, scan the QR code, and order. Fun atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, and genuinely good food. My main complaint? One bathroom. Rough. Deru Cafe has an extensive menu that covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with outstanding baked goods, pizza, and nightly dinners to go. The long line of cars outside speaks to its popularity. Last year about 1,500 loyal customers picked up Thanksgiving meals here, a testament to the quality of their offerings (and to convenience.) After eating here, I get it.

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    Top: pepperoni. Bottom: mushroom.
    Top: pepperoni. Bottom: mushroom.
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    Potbelly

    Potbelly

    3.4
    (94 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Dropped in on a rainy Saturday after my shopping at Trader Joe's. It's my first time trying…read morePotbelly subs. Place clean and my eyes immediately went to the menu to see if they have vegetarian options. I asked the person taking my order and she suggested the veggie melt or Mediterranean that they can take the meat out. I opted for veggie melt and they have lots of options for toppings and sauces . I got the works and added the spicy ranch. Second order was the chicken avocado wrap and did the same with the works topping. Our food did get a little soggy by the time I got home and opened it. But will say I enjoyed it and was stuffed. I will go back to try the Mediterranean.

    Toasted subs, prepared and assembled right in front of you, from decent ingredients…read more Potbelly sandwich shop was founded in Illinois in 1977, but took until 1997 to expand...now having over 400 locations throughout the States. The many locations in the Seattle metro area have opened very recently, with this location in Redmond being the easiest to get to for me. To continue the theme of a sandwich dinner, I decided to walk to the nearby Potbelly to pick up a couple of sandwiches, but mainly to satisfy my craving for a genuine hand scooped ice cream shake. I carried it back to the apartment, and provided a nice repast for us on a Sunday night. First, the vanilla and strawberry shakes ($5.59 each) were very good. It uses hand scooped vanilla ice cream, mixed with strawberry syrup and milk in a blender. The vanilla shake was better than the strawberry, mainly because the strawberry syrup didn't really add as much flavor as I would have liked...but the base was excellent, using good ice cream. Cubano ($10.99), mixing ham and pulled pork with swiss, toasting it, then adding mustard and pickles. Cubano ingredients, but no sandwich press and the bread was wrong. Since I knew it wasn't authentic, decided to also add giardiniera, which was my mistake...it tasted fine, but completely overwhelmed the sandwich. Toasted Italian ($10.99), salami, capicola, pepperoni, and mortadella with provolone cheese. One can add any toppings you want. In my case it was lettuce, tomato, mayo. It's was a good sandwich. The bread for both sandwiches seems to be Torano, which along with Gonnella, are the two Chicago-area bakers known for their french rolls used to make subs and especially Italian beef sandwiches. This is different than most other sub chains that make their bread in-house. I thought the bread was fine, especially when toasted. Also the topping called hot peppers is really Chicago style giardiniera...really authentic...reminding me of Chicago. They also have a large selection of different soups, including a good beef chili I've had in the past. The store actually did remind me of sub shops from where I grew up, and thought the prices for the location were reasonable as well.

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