I always avoided this place because ever since it opened all I heard was critiques. Decided to come here on a day out with my mom and give it a try, even though I wasn't too optimistic. I will definitely be coming here again! There are a lot of options for food which can be a little overwhelming. However, it is VERY reasonably priced. $15 for a toast is wild but that's how cafes price things everywhere. However, other cafes smear some avocado on toast and add a tomato and charge you $15, here they give you a whole meal with an egg on top, cucumbers and tomatoes, avocado, and more. It actually feels like it's worth your money. The coffee is good even though it's not too unique. I feel like they used to be a specialty coffee shop before they turned to the crepe/cafe scene. The coffee was very sweet though so I would highly recommend getting it half sweet. The crepe is good, stuffed well and worth the price. It is obviously sweet as well so it's hard to drink a very sweet coffee with a sweet crepe. The barista was kind and helpful with any questions I had when ordering. There was gentleman with a disability ordering before me and the barista was very patient and kind when taking his order. Seems like they have good people working here, which plays a big role in atmosphere. read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Salmon avocado toast ~ Dubai chocolate crepe ~ salted caramel latte ~ Coconut macadamia latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

I came into Sweet Notes Café on May 17 around 12:12 PM with a friend after church. A young girl in a gray sweater working the register helped us. Since it was our first time there, we weren't familiar with the ordering process or menu. I didn't want to hold up the line trying to decide what to order, so I asked if we could sit down first and look over the menu. She cleaned off a table for us, but then told me I needed to hurry up and order because she didn't want other people getting upset about how long it would take me to decide. I didn't respond and simply waited until we were ready to order, which only took about four minutes. What confused and upset me was that shortly after, a white man came in and she told him he could sit down, take his time, and order whenever he was ready because "it's not busy." The difference in treatment was very noticeable and honestly made me uncomfortable as an African-American woman. Maybe this was a misunderstanding, but the interaction did not sit right with me. I believe every customer should be treated with the same patience and respect, especially first-time customers who are simply trying to understand how the restaurant works. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and does better moving forward. This needs to be addressed immediately not deleted read more

This place is our favorite. Our go to when we want a quick delicious breakfast. One thing I would say is, if this is your first time here: ORDER FIRST THEN GET A SEAT. They have a sign at the cashier but people like to pretend they cant read. It's not fair for the people who wait in line to order then can't get a seat because theres people who like to come and take a seat without ordering first. People like my family, eat then bounce. We don't sit around and socialize for a whole hour while there are people waiting. read more

The decor in here is very cute with comfortable chairs. There are no servers so order first and then find a seat. I ordered the avocado toast and the Dulce de Leche Crepe. The crepe was delicious and had just the right amount of sweetness. Not too rich, but still very satisfying, strawberries tasted fresh too. For the avocado toast, the avocado topping was fresh and flavorful, but the crust on the avocado toast was very hard, which made it difficult to eat at first. Overall, the food was good and I'd come back to try other items! read more

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We have stopped in here multiple times for coffee and a treat to go. Never has this place seemed smoothly run, but we chalked it up to being new. Everything we got was tasty so we kept giving it another try. Today we went in and ordered cold brew coffees to go. After more than an hour of absolute chaos and being assured multiple times that our coffees were being made "next" we left with no coffee. I couldn't even get our money back because the chaos was so complete at this point they had abandoned the cash register and order taking. I feel terrible for the workers here, several of them seemed near tears. read more

This place is so cute! A little small because of how much customers they have! No wonder they were packed when I arrive because of how good their food is! The bagel was very crisp and delicious the avocado toast was so good! The seasonings they put hit so good! 100% recommend read more

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It was an overdue breakfast with a friend and she sent me 3 places to go. I am glad we chose this one. Food was really good. Nothing like them old diners. We picked the two most popular items there since it was our first time. We enjoyed our long breakfast. Thank you! Glad we stopped by! read more

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It should not take 40 minutes to get a latte to go. I'm really disappointed with the service. They could do better.

I went here on a visit when I was in Washington. Very cute little spot with friendly employees. The drinks were fabulous and tasted wonderful, as well as the food being picture perfect and delicious. They were still decorated with a Christmas tree and pink bows, which were adorable. A great place to have a sit down breakfast. read more

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Got an acai bowl and the granola is so fresh and nutty and the portion was huge i couldn't even finish! Cafe was super cute and had plenty of seating and gave a good small business homey vibe! read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Acai bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

Im a bit sad to write this review because I had a much better experience the first time I visited Sweet Notes Cafe. Unfortunately, the quality and attention to detail didn't seem to be there this time. I ordered the Ube Matcha Latte, but there was no noticeable ube flavor or color--it just tasted like a plain matcha latte. When I asked the server about it, she said that's just how they make it, which was disappointing. There was no real difference between the Ube Matcha and a regular Matcha Latte. The ham, egg, and cheese croissant was also underwhelming--the egg was completely off-center, so I had to adjust it myself. Additionally, someone in my party ordered a Chai Latte with two shots of espresso, but after tasting it, it was clear there was no espresso in it, despite paying extra for the shots. What's frustrating is that we visited during a non-busy time, so the lack of attention to detail in both food and drinks was surprising. If the fun, specialty drinks aren't going to be flavorful or made correctly, you might as well stick to the plain options. Unfortunately, this visit was a letdown. read more

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This cafe is soooo cute! I love pink and this place has so much pink in it! I love it! I've been here several times and I think the only downside is that often times I find that the young ladies at the register are just a little aloof. They don't really engage with the clients and look like they're not very happy being there. Customer service is super important! The food is really good and I do enjoy their coffee as well! My go to is this egg stack that comes with avocado, bacon, tomatoes, it is really tasty! It also does get fairly busy, but it's worth a try! read more

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Visited on a Wednesday afternoon and it was packed, despite it being an hour before close. Servers/cashier did not seem too thrilled about me visiting around that time. Well, except one who was serving my waffles. I ordered a Banana 4 U Matcha and a Banana Foster Waffle. Matcha was seasonal and wasnt as bitter as I hoped it would be. Tasted subtly sweet instead. Banana Foster was not overly sugary and the waffles were fluffy. Generous pieces of waffles, could not finish and had to box it to eat for another day. Overall, I still recommend for a quick treat. Despite the servers, was able to read and enjoy my bite to eat for lunch. read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Banana 4 U Matcha, Banana Foster Waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

First I have to say that I thought I wrote this review years ago. But I guess I forgot to post it!! I'm so sorry!! My daughter and I came for some drinks to try in 2020. So I started visiting Sweet Notes when they first opened in 2020. Unfortunately a couple months later shut down happened. Then when everyone slowly opened we all came back. Because I have asthma I wasn't able to wear a mask for a long time, and as a vaccine injured person I haven't had vaccines since I was a child, us I'm allergic to most meds. The reason I'm bringing this up was because during the season of wearing mask, and showing vax cards, I asked one of the sisters if she would turn me away for service since I can't do any of what I mentioned. She said no way would she turn me away. She's a small business and I'm welcomed anytime. So I told her that out of every local business around our area, they have my support. So every week since my husband and I have been either dining in or ordering online. At least once a month my friends and I have meetings there, and all my friends frequent as much as they can. Plus the fact the food is amazing. I ordered practically the same thing every time. Hubby gets the avocado egg Bennie, I get avocado toast, and lovers crepe. Lately my hubby has been ordering the egg stack keto since we are getting older and trying to get healthy. I love their white peach iced tea that's really refreshing. I probably should try other items on their menu but I love what I get every time. My friends love their sandwiches. The sisters did a great job decorating the place. It's small but quaint, cute instagrammable decor. The one drawback about sweet notes that it's always busy. But I guess that's good for them. So I like to order online, then we pick up when it's ready. Great if you don't like waiting in line, or waiting for a table. read more

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Sweet Notes Cafe is a cutesy, sister-owned cafe in Kent that's definitely giving Instagram vibes. I came here for a quick lunch and coffee with a family member, and had a good experience! As mentioned, this is one of the best spots in the Kent area if you're looking for aesthetic vibes. Lots of pink, floral, etc. Service was also kind and quick. I got the Sweet Notes Latte (very good!) alongside the Harty Turkey Sandwich, which comes with mayo, turkey breast, havarti cheese, tomato (nixed that though), lettuce, and avocado on wheat. Anything with turkey and havarti is gonna be an immediate yes for me, and I'm so glad I chose it because it was delicious! Ingredients tasted incredibly fresh, they were generous with portions, and the bread was soft. 10/10! Overall a super cute spot if you're looking to stop for a light lunch to work remotely or meet up with friends. read more

Cute coffee shop. I've been here many times and their coffee is always on point for me. I love that they have seasonal coffee menu and their food is also decent -- pricey but decent. Service is straight forward-- not very engaging. The place could get really busy especially on weekends. read more

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I've been visiting this café for about a year and a half. My first experiences were fine, but the last two visits were really disappointing. The main issue is cleanliness -- the chairs and floors are always dirty, even early in the morning when there are hardly any customers. Many reviews mention this problem, but the owners haven't reacted or made any improvements for at least the past six months. The chairs are still in terrible condition, and nothing changes. During one of my recent visits, there was an incident with a young Spanish-speaking girl at the counter. We asked to have our order "for here" instead of "to go," since a table had just opened up. She rolled her eyes and looked clearly annoyed -- that kind of attitude leaves a bad impression. Prices are also unreasonably high. Two coffees, two sandwiches, and one slice of cheesecake cost us nearly $100 -- much more than many cleaner and nicer cafés in Seattle or Bellevue. Also, during our last visit, there was no latte art on the coffee -- a small detail, but it makes the experience feel special, and it was disappointing not to see it. I'm giving two stars only because the food tastes great and some of the staff (possibly Russian- or Ukrainian-speaking, though I'm not sure) were polite and kind. I truly hope the owners will take the time to look at the photos attached to this review and finally start paying attention to cleanliness and customer feedback. I honestly don't recommend this café to anyone. Yes, the food is tasty and some staff are polite, but everything else -- the dining area, the furniture, and the overall cleanliness -- is in terrible condition. For the same price, you can go downtown or to Bellevue, enjoy much better food in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable place where you don't have to worry about getting your clothes dirty just by sitting down. read more

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Food and coffee is incredible! It's very challenging to get a seat if you want to eat at the Cafe. Pricing isn't too bad for the high quality of food and coffee. But it's more expensive than most cafes. read more

Came here on a Sunday at 1045 and line was out the door. Seating is very limited. Service Ordered a Lovers Favorite Crepe to-go and service was extremely slow. It took 23 minutes from the time I ordered to receiving my to-go order. This is not a quick bite type of cafe. We didn't order any drinks, just a crepe. I recommend ordering ahead of time to skip the line and wait time. Ambiance Atmosphere was a vibe. Clean and aesthetic. Instagram pretty. Food Crepe was good. I wouldn't say it was the best I've had. Nothing about it stood out. I mean it's Nutella and bananas. You can't go wrong with that. For $13.75, it's what you expect. read more

We came back and I thought to give you all an update the service is amazing. The ladies work there now are much better. Super nice, hard working, and professional. They are more approachable. I love getting coffee here. The food improved tastes amazing now. Açaí Bowl is tasty. They also recently renovated the place. Looks so much nicer and clean. They also added few more sitting area. read more

Came to work on a Friday morning, and it was so packed! Full of people and pretty busy, good place to catch up with friends and brunch. Got their Lattes and a croissant,both were okay. Wish my coffee was hotter, in spite of asking, I got a colder one ;( read more

Love stopping by here before my trader joe shopping on the weekend! Their avocado toast is yummy and they even have some low carb options for diet conscious folks. Their service is ok, order from the counter so don't expect for a full dine in experience! The ambiance is very chic and girly - perfect for girls brunch! read more

This is a hidden gem tucked into a strip mall next to Trader Joe's. Order the food from the counter before seating yourself. Menu has included gourmet beverages, crapes, soups, salads and pastries. Finally choose the savory crape. The initial taste is sweet crape flavor followed by savory flavors of meat and cheese. Unfortunately the flavors do not blend well. So if you are going for savory I recommend a sandwich, which all my companions got and were pleased. Next visit i plan to try the sweets! read more

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A nice cafe, latina and women owned from what I heard (and from what I saw, all women staff). Cheers to that! It was very thoughtfully put together (very IG worthy) - cute and aesthetically pleasing. I ordered a matcha which was lovely and not too sweet. My friend got some berry white tea I think, which she also enjoyed. There's also sweet treats, healthy bites/bowls as well as savory foods. Will definitely go back whenever I'm in the area (will note that it is a little bit out of the way, but at least next to a TJ's!) read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

I've been meaning to try Sweet Notes out since it opened, but alas, they close early and I haven't made it in until now. During a very long day at work, I decided to snag myself a portobello sandwich for lunch. I opted to order online so I could just run in and bring it back to my desk. My order was ready by the time I got there (~15min) and I was sent on my merry way. One thing I noticed was they didn't ask about salad dressing when I was placing my online order. I figured I have some in the fridge so it doesn't really matter. They gave me a balsamic vinaigrette, and I very generous portion at that! The sandwich was lovely - plenty of veggies on a really good, lightly toasted bread. I found the sandwich to be super filling, so I basically got a large lunch and a salad for snacking later for $18. Not a terrible deal. I really like the fact that there was no iceberg lettuce to be found! I'd absolutely eat another one of the portobello sandwiches and there are several other items on the menu I'd like to try! Great addition to the neighborhood! read more

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I love love love this place! This has been my most favorite breakfast/ brunch place probably in the past year since I first tried it. The place is cute and cozy.. it can get crowded though but that just goes to show how good the place is. The interiors are very cute and IG- worthy, and clean. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is amazing! I always go for their avocado toast with eggs Benedict but I've also tried their crepes, waffles, and omelets and everything is delicious and always come out well presented. read more

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This place is a go to spot for their delicious entrees and healthy items. We only went there by chance, while we were in Trader Joe's they highly recommend the cafe next door. They informed me that the cafe used Trader Joe's ingredients. So of course we had to try this place. We walked in was immediately taken on how busy and cute this place was. Normally I would have tried the sweet entrees but Lox and Bagels called my name. It was so good! Light and not salty, I paired it with a hot chocolate and was in heaven. read more

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Elegant and tasteful!! Great experience. I give it a four because the space is small and it gets crowded. But overall, great experience!

The drinks and food are great. This place however is always SO packed and hard to find somewhere to sit. I hope they expand to a larger location with more seating. read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Salted caramel cold foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

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The cute pink decor sold me as soon as I stepped in the beautifully decorated cafe. I was shopping at Trader Joe's and decided to pop in for a breakfast snack. I decided on an almond croissant and it was just ok as I wish it was a bit sweeter. I did however love the pink/gold decor. It's the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee and pastry. I absolutely loved the flower wall. It was early in the morning so there wasn't many people in the cafe. I didn't stay long but I definitely was intrigued by their expansive menu. I love supporting local/small businesses and will definitely be back. read more

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Friends and I came for brunch today, and we were surprised by the line out the door. This seemed unexpected for everyone, but the staff were good about managing orders and the crowd. We got our drinks and food promptly as we sat down, and everything was high quality, delicious, and beautifully plated. I really enjoyed their giant mugs of coffee and would recommend the horchata latte! We loved that they had something for everyone, including folks on Whole 30 and keto diets, and also had allergy friendly options. read more

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I've driven by Sweet Notes Cafe numerous times while visiting Trader Joe's. Finally had the chance to stop in for breakfast on a Saturday morning. It wasn't busy when we arrived, a bit past 8, but had picked up closer to 9. You order at the counter and we got a few things to share: Benny avocado toast, ham & egg croissant, and the berry cheese crepe. We each also ordered a hot drink: one latte and a matcha latte. The food came out pretty quickly and we actually were wondering if we were supposed to pick up our drinks at the counter. Nothing was mentioned to us, so we just waited. The benny was good, but it arrived lukewarm-cold which was disappointing since it had come out pretty quick. The croissant sandwich was good and we both liked the crepe. Our drinks arrived about 15 minutes after we ordered them and about 7 minutes or so after the food arrived. The drinks were good and very pretty, so it was definitely a mixed bag. Overall, this is probably about a 3.5 star experience. Food was mostly good, albeit expensive for what you get. I appreciate the latte art, but not at the expense of waiting 15 minutes for them. When we ordered, nothing was mentioned about the dining process and we weren't sure if we were supposed to bus our own table which apparently you don't do. The interior is nice and they have a very Instagrammable wall, if that's of interest to your dining experience. read more

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Very disappointing experience. We came as a group of 8 people with children, and the staff actually made us get up from our table just because a group of 4 wanted it. The servers didn't even try to talk to them or offer any solution -- they simply told us to move, despite the fact that we had kids who needed to sit down. Then we were told that their "policy" is that we must order food for all 8 people first, and only after that they would see if a bigger table becomes available. How does that even make sense? What if there's no table available after we order? Where are we supposed to sit -- especially with children? It felt like the only thing that mattered was getting our money, not treating customers with basic respect. The staff was unhelpful, unfriendly, and showed zero willingness to make the situation work. We left very disappointed. read more

I was working at a table on my computer while eating breakfast and the manager asked me to get up and move to make space for other people. There was not even anyone waiting for a table, and I found this very rude, as a paying customer who comes very often. The bar that she wanted me to move to was also full, so I didn't move. She asked me again, so I left. This was one of my favorite coffee shops. Unfortunately I won't be coming back. It's too expensive to not even be able to sit and enjoy your food and seat in the cafe. read more

The food must be good. My granddaughter loves this place. I have never been able to find a seat inside, but it is laid out nicely. The ambiance is cozy, busy, chatty. What's not to love. read more

It's a nice looking place with good food but it's always so packed with barely any seats available when I get there. The rose matcha has no rose flavor and it's just matcha.. personally I feel like they should just change their names cause it's very misleading and seeing another review that mentioned it, I'm glad I wasn't alone on that. The food takes a really long time to get to you and they overcharge for some foods. Other than that, the food seems pretty fresh and the drinks are good. read more

We recently tried a sweet bubble waffle topped with Nutella and strawberries, as well as açaí tropical fruit, and I have to say that it was absolutely delightful. The waffle itself had a perfect balance of crispy and fluffy textures, and when combined with the rich and creamy Nutella and fresh, juicy strawberries, every bite was a burst of sweetness that left me wanting more. What really elevated the experience for me, however, was the addition of the açaí fruit. The tangy and slightly tart flavor of the tropical fruit perfectly complemented the sweetness of the other ingredients, creating a perfect harmony of flavors that was both refreshing and satisfying. The orchatte latte had a subtle but distinct nutty flavor and the hint of cinnamon and vanilla made for a warming and comforting drink that was perfect for a chilly day. The foam was velvety and creamy, and the espresso was perfectly balanced with the almond milk. The Sweet notes latte, on the other hand, was a deliciously indulgent treat that satisfied my husbands sweet tooth. The espresso was perfectly brewed and had a rich and robust flavor that was perfectly complemented by the creamy sweetness of the vanilla and caramel flavors. The foam was light and airy, making for a perfect texture balance with the espresso and the sweetness. Overall, the orchatte latte, Sweet notes latte, and sweet bubble waffle were all fantastic treats that we thoroughly enjoyed. I highly recommend trying all of these treats for yourself! But get there early. It fills up pretty quick. read more

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I met up with my dad here last week for a cup of coffee, and was shocked (in a good way) to see how busy they were at 11am on a weekday! It was great to see locals supporting this small, non-chain business, and I was happy to join them. My dad got the Mexican Coffee which he raved about, and I (having already consumed more than my share of caffeine for the day) grabbed their delicious sweet tea, which was served with fresh peaches and strawberries in a humongous mason jar. It really satisfied my thirst and left me wishing this spot was even remotely close to my house as I'd get that tea often! The vibe was really nice here, and the staff were so friendly. It was challenging to snag a table, as there was a line nearly out the door during our entire visit. We saw some folks ordering breakfast items like waffles and pastries; I will be adding Sweet Notes to my list next time I'm in Kent wanting to eat some brunch! read more

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Come here very often. The food is always delicious! I always get the Benny avocado toast, eat it with some of their mango habanero hot sauce and it's divine. My boyfriend gets the chipotle chicken melt which is delicious as well. It does get pretty busy here on the weekends but it's always worth it!! read more

Sweet Notes Cafe - Chipotle chicken melt, Benny avocado toast and hot matcha latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kent, Washington

We've been coming here ever since it opened and every time is delicious and we are left full and satisfied. Pretty much everything is good from coffee to dessert to salty foods, well flavored and big portions. Berry mascarpone waffles, egg benny toast and sweet notes latte are the reason we keep coming here! You won't be disappointed visiting here! read more