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    The Block Cafe

    4.4 (18 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Carnitas Breakfast Plate, Migas - IG @bougiefoodieboi
    Kyle W.

    Fairly new brunch spot in Ballard Blocks area. Parking is hit or miss as the area this place is located can be bottlenecked but I see a lot of street and plaza parking. We ordered takeout as the discounts made our orders deeply discounted, and we enjoyed it shortly after (within 15 minutes of receiving the food) for the maximum quality. We got the migas with cheesy hash browns and Swedish cake, and the carnitas breakfast. The migas is a scrambled egg with chorizo and tortillas dish, which is fairly hearty in itself. The cheesy hash browns made the dish heavier (our choice for this side so nothing against the restaurant). However, the hash browns were a bit stale and overcooked without the crispy texture. The Swedish cake is kind of like a crepe, which is decent. Carnitas breakfast is good too - the eggs were easy and the carnitas has just the right amount of meat to fat ratio, so that was high quality. The pico de gallo and the tortillas made this a nice, complete dish. The potatoes were not good. Overall, the food is good with a few misses, so it is a good breakfast spot depending on what you end up getting and what sides you choose

    Mucho macho omelette n country gravy burrito
    Leah W.

    You first walk in there is a big plant blocking the hostess stand.... basically average food no wonderful flavors that hit your palate with extreme pleasure.The staff was friendly! some guy threw a plant pot outside as we entered n when we left homeless cart was in front just a average breakfast place in Ballard.

    Huevos Rancheros, hashbrowns
    Kim J.

    Cute neighborhood spot with a great diner vibe! Was busy on a Sunday mid-morning but we got a table right away. Pretty reasonable price and solid breakfast foods, will come back again.

    The Rueben!!!
    Christina R.

    great weekend brunch place. nothing fancy, just tasty. we had the ham breakfast sandwich and the rueben .... both were delicious!

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    Angela S.

    The Block Cafe - My Ex husband and I meet here at least once a month to chat since I moved back to the area. This cafe was originally called the Egg'n Me but recently was bought out by the Block Cafe... the menu is basically remained the same. Good service, family welcome, child units and grand parents seen enjoying themselves. I have only come for breakfast on the weekends but the cafe has a bar and tv's so may boast an evening scene I have not witnessed. The price is fare for really good wholesome food... highly recommend trying the Mexican item if you like Mexican food and the pico de galo is fresh. It has a cafe/ diner vibe comfortable with average noise levels. The staff are prompt with never ending coffee and let us be LONG after we paid the bill and should have left... they know my Ex's order by heart and I just keep them guessing :). Good food, good value. Parking early in the morning is no problem gets busy as the morning wears on with the PCC, FEDEX, UPS and Trader Joe's around the corner. A large parking garage is open too.

    Lemon, ricotta, pancakes

    This locally owned restaurant has some of the best food in Ballard. They have a large menu breakfast( served all-day, lunch and dinner. They also have some very authentic Mexican food. The menu was so large. I often come here five days a week. My particular favorites are the prime rib dip on the ciabatta roll, waffle combo, lemon, ricotta pancakes (the best I've ever had), chicken tinga quesadilla or tostada, meatloaf sandwich, croissant breakfast sandwich, toasted breakfast burrito, Asian chicken salad, any of the breakfast scrambles, Ballard burger on grilled rye and the street tacos!

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    2 months ago

    Great place....Great staff....excellent food.....very classy.....kinda hidden....but easy to get to !

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    Tilikum Place Cafe - Savory Dutch baby

    Tilikum Place Cafe

    4.3(2.4k reviews)
    3.3 miBelltown
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    What a secret gem of a place! Just tucked in from a bustling Denny street!…read more We started out with some cappuccino and iced latte, and they were lovely. They served the coffees with a little shortbread cookie, and these little details really elevated the whole experience. Also, the cappuccino was so foamy, and it hit the spot immediately. The breakfast menu was also fantastic. The TPC Breakfast plate included sausage, potatoes, bacon, bread, and some scrambled eggs. There also was an option to add Beecher's cheese on the eggs, and I'd say it was totally worth it. Most importantly, the Dutch baby was as good as they'd advertised. It comes out on a piping hot skillet which kept the dessert warm till the end of the meal. The service was very quick even though they were entirely booked out for the time we were there for. I appreciated the patience from the servers and their helpful directions in picking the menu items. I will warn you that we had to reserve our spot months in advance. This is probably because the restaurant is great but pretty limited in seating space. However, it was definitely worth the wait, so don't be discouraged. I highly recommend trying it out at least once. All in all, highly recommend! Please go try Tilikum Place Cafe!

    We tried all three Dutch babies - classic, sweet, and savory - and they didn't disappoint. The…read moresavory-sweet combo was the highlight, especially if you enjoy contrasting flavors. The baked eggs, however, were just okay - nothing particularly good. The ambiance was cozy and nice, right in downtown Seattle. However, be prepared: the wait can be long, and once you're done, they'll need the table, as there's usually a line. Overall, it's worth a visit - just make a reservation and come for the Dutch babies. I was told there are seasonal Dutch babies so try again sometime in June maybe. Rating: 4/5 Standout: Savory Dutch Baby

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    Ambiance of the dining area

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    Lola

    4.1(4.6k reviews)
    3.8 miBelltown
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    Lola, a Tom Douglas restaurant is amazing. I have not been to this place for a long time. I'm…read moreglad I did tonight. I am so glad it has continued to have great food and service. Ambiance is awesome! Lots of people so make your reservations like us. We ordered a shared appetizer - pita bread and all 6 kinds of toppings hummus, tzatziki, and all they offer. Each one of us had an entree ranging from lamb burger, chicken, mushroom and lamb kebabs - all so good. It was so tender and tasty. Enough to fill us. Love it! So good! Kebabs were served on a hot plate. Nice presentation. Service was outstanding. Good attentive service .

    We've been here in the past. In fact, it's our favorite among the Tom Douglas restaurant empire…read more We were a group of 6, seated comfortably in a banquette in the middle of the room. This is a lively place, always filled with a lot of upscale looking customers. So the atmosphere is quite loud, but fun in a buzzing way. We were seated quickly, as we had reservations. Our server Charlie, was engaging, friendly and on top of things. We ordered the shared dips---olive tapenade, eggplant, hummus, tatziki with some warm pita triangles. They're all good and a fun way to start the dinner. We each had kebabs---lamb, chicken and mushroom. All good, moist and tender all poured with a jig of ouzo on a hot skillet. The onions in the bottom get browned and crusty, so good to eat. One had a lamb burger which looked juicy and served with delicious mound of fries sprinkled with rosemary. Food here has always been awesome. Skipped dessert as we had homemade cookies to eat at our next stop.

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    Mr West Cafe Bar Downtown - Grilled cheese, tomato soup, maple toffee latte

    Mr West Cafe Bar Downtown

    4.1(853 reviews)
    3.8 miDenny Triangle
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    While in Seattle, we stumbled upon Mr. West, a cute little café. I ordered a grilled cheese and a…read morecup of tomato soup. The grilled cheese was made to perfection the bread was fresh, thick, and delicious, and it was packed with cheese! The tomato soup was also delicious with a unique flavor. My only (very minor) complaint is that it was served in a cup, which made it hard to dip the grilled cheese. A bowl would've been much better for dipping! Overall, this café was a quiet, cozy spot with pleasant employees. I'd definitely visit again.

    I came here based on reviews and with the intent of trying their avocado toast. However upon…read morearrival and looking at their menu, I went for their salmon toast. Why? Because you never turn away a delicious PNW Salmon dish. The place is cute, mainly wooden, lots of plants inside (my allergies were killing me here hehe). Plenty of sitting areas and window views too. I got lucky to seat by a window to just enjoy the rainy view. Their Salmon toast was delicious! I asked for the cream cheese on the side because I cant have lactose but I still wanted to try their dish with all ingredients. So I dipped the slices a few times to try it all and omg its so perfectly paired. I totally recommend it! The coffee was ok. I had their gingersnap latte seasonal drink. I asked with only 1 pump of sweet and alternative milk. I was not impressed. I prefer black coffee haha but if you enjoy sweet drinks you may enjoy this one. I still finished it, so it wasn't terrible just not something I'd order again. Also, Idk why my coffee was served on a to-go cup. Maybe that took some of the joy of it? Overall, I recommend the this spot. Staff was friendly. The menu is vast. Sitting arrangements are great and cozy. Within walking distance from the convention center and a couple of the hotels in the area.

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    Aesthetic seating area

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    Fulcrum Café - Sausage, egg and cheese sandwich

    Fulcrum Café

    4.0(241 reviews)
    3.5 miDenny Triangle
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    Fulcrum Cafe is a small but cute coffee shop in the Denny Triangle area of Downtown Seattle…read more When we visited, Fulcrum offered a great menu of fancy speciality coffee drinks and an amazingly lovely pastry selection. Unfortunately, they were not offering breakfast sandwiches on the day we visited, which was a large part of their food menu. The service was fast and friendly. This place does have a bit of a fancier vibe, so we opted to order and go since our kids were with us. They do have cute little seating options inside and outside- always a perk! We just ordered a drip coffee and a pistachio cream latte. The Pistachio Cream latte was amazing, but we wished it had a tad more pistachio flavor. The drip coffee was good. Worth the visit if you're nearby!

    Fulcrum Coffee is an absolute gem. My husband ordered their brewed coffee, and he loved it--rich,…read morebold, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of bitterness. He drinks his coffee black, so flavor really matters, and this one delivered. It was smooth, complex, and honestly the perfect start to our day--it had him energized and ready to take on anything. I went with the "Sunggle Me Sesame" (espresso, toasted black sesame sauce, brown sugar syrup, and oat milk), and it was phenomenal. I'm not usually a fan of sweet drinks, but this was beautifully crafted--not overly sweet, just a perfect balance of nutty, toasty, and slightly sweet flavors. It felt unique, comforting, and incredibly well thought out. Overall, such a standout coffee spot with creative drinks and exceptional quality. Highly recommend!

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