Try it. You won't regret it. As someone who lives in Ballard and has tried about 4 other coffee…read moreshops with in walking distance of this coffee shop-- this IS the best coffee in Ballard. No pun intended as their building says "probably best coffee in Ballard".... IT IS. It took me a while to try this as they are a little farther walking distance for me and they close at 4 :/.... But...... SO worth it. I've had the Vienna latte - iced and hot Salted caramel latte - iced and hot I'm an avid coffee drinker with out the flavors as well. I can tell they have a quality coffee. I haven't tried the pastries as I'm honestly not a fan of pasties sitting out and exposed to the air, but they look delicious.

Lovely little spot. Very yummy seasonal drinks. They make…read moretheir chai from scratch which is a huge green flag for me They are not laptop friendly FYI

We've lived here for years and I cannot believe it took us this long to try Cardoon. What a GEM!!!…read more The interior is cozy, fun, and relaxed. It's definitely one of those places that immediately makes you want to settle in and stay awhile (and we had no power so, we certainly did!). Everything we ordered was delicious, and the drinks were super unique and incredibly smooth. But I NEED to talk about the rose cookie. I have literally been dreaming about it. No exaggeration. It was that good. Perfectly delicate, fragrant, and memorable in a way that makes you immediately want another one. The service was lovely, the atmosphere was great, and the food and drinks were outstanding. Truly such an incredible spot and I'm already looking forward to going back. There was also a special Makeworth espresso shot that tasted like watermelon SO unique, do try it if you're into adventurous espresso!

Really cute cafe in Ballard with relatively easy street parking. The space is quite small, but cozy…read moreand there's a bit of outdoor space as well. I got the egg sandwich and a chai. Both were ready pretty quickly. The chai was spicy and not too sweet which I really liked. The egg sandwich was yummy too. Thick egg filling, with the chili sauce went well together. Pickles were a little too salty for me especially just to eat on the side. I guess you could put it inside the sandwich? But still, quite salty. Service was super friendly and welcoming, would definitely come again to try more of their seasonal drinks and food. A cocktail here sounds interesting as well!

Updated review: I…read morejust love stopping by Valentina's anytime I'm in Seattle! This time we ordered a breakfast burrito and quiche. Both items were delicious!!! I also ordered their Valentina's Latte-- my favorite!! It's the perfect balance of coffee and sweetness! Service was quick, even though they were busy! The only downside is parking, but that's not their fault. Can't wait to go back!

I was excited to try Valentina's after hearing good things, but it was a letdown. I ordered the…read moreMexican mocha, and it tasted like a lukewarm kids' hot chocolate from Starbucks. My husband even took a sip and asked, "What's Mexican about it?" It lacked the rich chocolate and spice you'd expect from a Mexican mocha. What made the experience worse was the customer service. The staff came across as dismissive and unwelcoming, and I didn't even feel comfortable asking them to heat up my drink. Overall, it was not worth the visit and I don't plan on returning. There are PLENTY of better coffee options nearby.

I was really blown away by the selection of teas that they have here. They have a book with their…read moreselection near the cashier for you to browse. I was overwhelmed with their options and had trouble picking one as so many sounded so delicious. There is truly a tea for everyone's taste buds. Upon entering they have some of their teas that they sell on display for you to sniff. They also have samples as well for people to try. Staff were very kind and the service was very quick considering how many people were in line. I tried one of their white teas and it was delicious. I'm not a tea connoisseur but you could really taste all of the flavors in the description of the tea. It was very light. I definitely want to come back to try other teas. I really like the ambiance/design of the place. There are many seats for people to study and/or hang out. It was super busy on a Saturday though and we barely were able to get a seat inside. Luckily we were though, because enjoying the tea in their space was lovely.

This is a really nice and popular spot in Ballard! I came on a rainy day and it was packed - we…read morealmost didn't find a seat and were about to leave but got lucky last minute. I got the seasonal kinako matcha with soy milk - the drink was pricey at over $10, but that's almost the standard nowadays. I really like the kinako flavor though I didn't really taste the matcha itself. They also have tea samples which I really liked too. A good spot to chill and work at if not too busy!

Are you looking for a coffee shop that makes you feel like you're in a spaceship? I know... a…read morepretty niche category, but this coffee shop is exactly that! Coffee was perfect temperature right off the bat, no scorching drinks here. Coffee was great, just the right amount of sweetness to coffee bitterness ratio. Comfortable seating, lots of chair space, and one couch. It is a small place, but there is lots of sci-fi character. And the staff were super nice.

We stopped by The Outer Rim around 11 am on a Saturday. It was incredibly busy, and most of the…read morepastries were already sold out. The decorations are super creative, fun sci-fi theme. Their specialty drink menu is fantastic. I'm usually hesitant to order heavily flavored lattes because I worry they'll be overly sweet and mask the actual espresso (almost like a dessert or boba drink). However, that wasn't the case here at all. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the quality of the coffee really shined through. We ordered: * Ceti Alpha 5: A lovely lavender and honey latte. * Romulan Cloaking Device: A toasted marshmallow and hazelnut latte. Highly recommend for both the fun atmosphere and the genuinely great coffee!

I come here nearly every day with my dad as part of our morning routine, and let me say I can't…read morethink of a better place to start your mornings than here. The staff is very helpful and kind. We always get our drinks pretty quick. I sit here sipping a mocha with a breakfast burrito, watching the roasting machine make some delicious looking coffee beans. In the morning, it's genuinely packed but not too loud. Given the opportunity, I could sit here for hours. Side note: Appassionato is also across from the fisherman's terminal so on sunny days it can be nice to park or walk across and sit with views of the water.

Coffee was great but baked stuff weren't good. The location is nice too and I'll return for coffee…read moreonly

For Seattle, I think this may be the best bakery I've ever had French pastries from -- or at least…read moreit's right up there with the the French Guys in Capitol Hill. From the moment I walked in, every single item in the display looked absolutely delectable. It was honestly difficult not to buy one of everything. I ended up choosing two pastries, and they were incredible -- fresh, beautifully made, and full of flavor. You can truly taste the quality and craftsmanship. I highly recommend this bakery to anyone who loves authentic, high-quality French pastries. There is a small amount of seating outside, but the location is designed more for take out.

A very cute lowkey bakery with some of the tastiest baked goods…read more We tried the savory scone, pistachio croissant and the triple chocolate mousse cake. Omg, every single baked food we tried was insanely tasty. The standout was definitely the pistachio croissant! Loved the filling the super crumbly texture. The mousse cake was sooooooo indulgent and the scone had a great flavor, although they should cut down on the baking soda a bit. We also tried their Cortado and caramel latte. The ambience is a bit basic, but who cares when the food is soooo good.

Good americano and a good breakfast sandwich! Friendly service and open early enough I can actually…read moregrab breakfast before a site visit

Not happy with my visit. Perhaps, I'm not familiar with the coffee types here, but we were visiting…read moreSeattle and wanting some coffee to start our day. We walked by Victrola Coffee Roasters, and were quite excited for their unique theme. The interior was quite interesting as expected. There were patrons sitting all over the cafe and we assumed it would be a great experience. I ordered their honey lavender latte in their smallest iced size and an oatmeal cookie. The baristas made my drink and had forgotten my cookie, so we had to ask for it. The rating comes from the drink itself. I think I revived about 70% milk and ice. I couldn't taste the coffee at all. When I asked my partner, he said it didn't taste like coffee either. I could also barely taste the honey lavender in it. Generally, my coffee is always strong or too sugary. It's been a while since I've had a drink like this. The cookie was also odd. I was very disappointed. Overall, everything about it was not the best. Just okay.