This is the CUTEST little coffee shop right in downtown Kirkland. Not that Kirkland is thaaaat huge, but being here gives you such a small town, cozy feel. I stopped by here to get some work done before an Elite Event nearby. I went in around 6, so there weren't too many people and plenty of seating options. I chose to sit in the little alcove in the window which is the BEST seat in the house, in my humble opinion. I got the Matcha Latte. It was delicious. Creamy, smooth, and not to sweet, it was the perfect choice to sip on while I was working. Definitely great for warming up, too! Highly recommend this shop even if it's just to get something to go. read more

Thruline Coffee - Very cute window space to sit and work - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

This is my retreat! When I need some me-time, to take a rest after a long walk, or just grab a coffee with friends, Thruline! I love everything about this cafe, including how big it is, the food and drinks, especially the people and the window seats. It's not one of those fancy or modern cafe, but that's what I love about it, too! It has its own character! I always feel very comfortable and relaxed in this cafe! read more

Got an iced matcha. The powder they use is mixed with cane sugar so you can't change the sugar level, just something good to know. Unfortunately, I took two sips and threw it away which I NEVER do as it tasted like watered down matcha. A hint of flavor which also had that bitter end so I question what grade it is. Friend got an iced hazelnut latte with oat milk and while we both liked the flavor of the coffee, it was also mostly oat flavored with almost no hazelnut and the coffee strength just wasn't there. I had high hopes but I wouldn't return unless prompted. read more

Great coffee shop! The folks working are so lovely and helpful. The chai was so delicious. Their pastries all look so yummy. I had one of their blueberry muffins and it was delicious. read more

Great service! Their sandwiches are so good! Hits the spot every time! The cheesecake I'm obsessed with! And I think it's a raspberry cereal bar thing I can't remember but they are so good! I usually get their London fog or vanilla latte with oat milk! Both great! Love that they allow pets in there great vibe! read more

Solid place for coffee in downtown Kirkland. Thruline/Rococo has a simple menu, featuring their small-batch coffee that they roast in-house. When in the area and in need of caffeine, I like to come here and support local instead of the Starbucks down the street. I usually only get an iced latte on the go, which is always nice. It has a strong coffee flavor, and I like that they put little milk with. There are also non-dairy milk alternatives offered here for a small fee. But if I wanna hang out inside, a strong cup of drip will not disappoint. Thruline's space is nice, as every time I've visited, there's always people working on their laptops here. Also, I do like that they're open until the evening unlike other cafes. Parking is fairly easy to find, with tons of street parking around and a paid lot nearby. It's also near the Kirkland Transit Center and is walking distance to several shops, dining options and businesses. read more

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Got a quick mocha while going through Kirkland from Thruline. The cafe was very cute and has a great history to it. The coffee was good too!

Gross: This morning a guy brought in his small dog, on a leash. His female friend went and got a small cup with whipped cream for the dog. They then put the dog on top of their inside table so it could stand up there and eat the whipped cream from the bowl. A worker even came over to wipe off the table while this was happening, to the point of wiping around the dog's legs while greeting the people. In what world do dog owners think this is OK outside of their own home, and in what world does a business owner think this is OK? I'm pretty sure the KingCo Health Department wouldn't say this was OK... And the floor around the bussing trays and recycling bins is nasty and gross with debris from people missing their targets. I get that happens, but why isn't it cleaned up regularly? read more

Came on a Wednesday evening and it wasn't too busy. If you're trying to get some work done, it's not the quietest cafe but not too loud to where you can't hear the person you're having a conversation with. Otherwise, the atmosphere was nice and the cafe is away from a busy street so it was nice walking there. I ordered a vanilla chai latte with caramel sauce and was kind of disappointed- I didn't know if their chai was on the spicy or sweet side so I added flavor just in case it was on the spicy side. But even with all the sweet added to the chai, it was still spicy and not in the pleasant way for a chai latte. The flavor took some getting used to but was just okay. read more

I get the feeling that this is the type of place that you either love it or you hate it! I'm in the middle! Went here based on reviews and other comments from friends (having avoided it for a long time), and I'm mostly on the fence. The staff are slow, and I agree with other comments, that they are not very conversational (which may come off as rude?). I've had a latte, and it was pretty decent, but not the best ever. The biscotti (which I think is from Alki bakery), was decent - I got the orange flavored one. There is a lot of seating space inside, mostly taken by people on laptops, or what appears to be people tutoring students... didn't feel like a nice relaxed vibe so I left pretty soon after sitting down. I guess it has a "trendy" "hip" vibe... still unsure about it though! read more

Thruline Coffee - Biscotti and a latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Great space, friendly people, good coffee and pastries! Con: no plugs to plug in your laptop or computer so I recommend charging it before coming! They have pictures all around the cafe -- I never asked but I wonder who these people are. It's pretty cool! Everyone has a story. If you can't find parking near, I recommend parking at the library parking garage. They have a permit that's only permitted 5am-5pm. After that, its 4 hours free :) read more

Thruline Coffee - Vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Busy coffee shop right in the middle of downtown Kirkland not too much parking since it's on the main strip. They don't have too many choices but they're latte with solid and they had some great baked goods read more

If there was a negative zero review I would use it. What appeared to be a manager grey hair and beard reprimanded a cashier that was helping us and striking a conversation. There were only 2 people behind us and we were just finishing our conversation with kind cashier! Shame on you for being so rude and unkind. Makes me wonder if you were this cruel based on the color of my skin! This happens 4/21/24 at 2pm! If that is the management please stay clear of this coffee shop! read more

The store is very unique and local. You will find so many pics on the wall. I really wanna be one of them and being put on the wall. It will be sooo fun. Cuz I have never had one place to have a pic of me. The coffee is really local here as well. They marked as one of the local coffee shop. And I think it will be really nice. read more

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They "revamped" their food choices, removing savory items. Soi disappointing! Also, their Americanos seem bitter now -- hopefully it was just a off Barista (they too no time pulling the shot). Thruline Coffee -- you can do better! On the plus side, their Wi-Fi still is quite good. Also: they stopped carrying the Acai bowls! I thought it was just me, but two guys walked in while I was there also looking for them and then walked out because they're gone. Bring them back! read more

I ordered my same old same old, and then saw the special! Honey cinnamon latte, delicious as it wasn't to sweet with lovely hint of goodness! read more

Finally tried Thruline this past weekend! I ordered an oat milk latte with pumpkin syrup. It wasn't as sweet as I would've preferred, but it was still pretty good. I think I'd order something different next time. I was a little disappointed to learn that their matcha and chai powders are pre-sweetened. Matcha is my go-to, but I like it natural instead of packed with a ton of sugar. That's okay, though -- I know that I can come to Thruline for a solid coffee. I also assume they have some yummy pastries (didn't try one, but they looked good). For me, what gives Thruline its high rating is the ambiance. This coffee shop has the exact vibes you want to just chill out, maybe get some work done, maybe read a book, maybe listen to a podcast... whatever suits you best. My boyfriend and I hung out at Thruline for awhile with our books and our coffees. We've tried to do the same at neighboring coffee shops, but they don't have the same ambiance as Thruline! This is a great coffee shop to come to if you want a good coffee and a good place to read or get some work done. I DO hope that one day they will switch over to natural matcha powder though :) read more

First time at Thruline, I stopped in for a business meeting. Ordered an iced americano and a breakfast burrito. The cashier was very friendly and answered all my questions. The coffee was good , very smooth. The burrito lacked salt, but was overall okay. I was a bit taken aback by the dress attire of a barista on staff. Although I am all for personal expression, I am not sure wearing a a crop top with no undergarments exposing under-breast is appropriate in this business setting. read more

Very nice atmosphere. Lots of seating. The ham, egg and cheese sandwich I had was good. This place would be good for more purist type of espresso drinkers. Asked for a snickers but found just a few options. I did ask for a mocha which they did and it was good. Felt that was even a step outside of what they typically serve. Staff was friendly and the place seemed clean. read more

Good coffee. Nice space. But really bad wifi. I really don't prefer a cafe with terrible wifi. It's the least that they can do for their customers. Very nice coffee makers behind the counter though. read more

Thruline is a great local coffee shop! The staff are always nice and know how to get through a long line quickly. I like the lighting and how the shop is seemingly always bustling. I usually just get a drip for here, so I can't speak to the quality of the espresso drinks, but I can say that the cinnamon buns are delicious! read more

Friendly coffee shop, sometimes short staffed and manic, the drinks are well crafted and they get extra props for the free juice for your kid. Ample space to stay and enjoy your coffee. A great interior layout. read more

Best coffee i deattle. It will actually wake you up and tastes amazing. Espresso shake every morning. Craig is always super helpful and professional. Thanks for saving my jacket! read more

Thruline has a wide menu, and the chai latte is very good. I also got the oat milk latte. There are plenty of people sitting outside. Sometimes there's even someone practicing guitar outside? read more

This is arguably the best coffee place in Kirkland. There is a good range of drink choices, and even though I didn't get a coffee today I got the sweet green matcha, which tastes like a hot green tea ice cream. Yum. It also looks like a great place to work, and there were plenty of people doing so, even on a Sunday. There is also seating outside on the sidewalk. If you check in on yelp you can get 10% off your order. read more

Thruline Coffee - Sweet matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Disappointing. Heard good things, but I didn't see it or experience. It was a late Sunday afternoon, but there were plenty of customers inside. There was next to nothing in the bakery case. I got a valencia orange white chocolate biscotti, which I really liked. I got drip coffee. I like that it's a glass mug, and there's a refill; but the drip coffee is just sitting in dispensers off to the side. I got the French Roast first, which was lukewarm. I got a darker roast on the second fill, which at least was hotter, but it was a little bitter. Also, upon checking in on Yelp, an offer comes up for 10% off your entire order, however, they don't honor it. The barista explained that it's only for their beans at the airport. The offer doesn't say that, but someone should make an effort to get it fixed or else honor it. read more

Thruline Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I had walked by this place many times when walking around downtown kirkland and decided today to try this coffee shop. There is definitely a lot of seating space at this quiet coffee shop and the menu options are simple. I agree with most reviews for this place that this place is very quiet and quaint but the staff is definitely not very chatty or engaging. I ordered a cappuccino and a London fog tea and both drinks were "okay". Nothing that would blow my mind away, the staff is very slow. I had to wait 15 min when I did not get my drink and went up to the counter, come to find out they forgot about my order The staff felt bad and apologized which is fine, I was hoping the drink would make up for it but it was alright. Definitely not a great first time impression. I don't think I will be back here since I could go to the corner Starbucks with a more lively vibe and outdoor seating as well. read more

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Wonderful atmosphere and staff. Their breakfast sandwiches are truly amazing I 100% recommended this spectacular cafe read more

One of my favorite spots in downtown Kirkland. Their coffee is great, they have lots of milk alternative, and some yummy treats. The best part is that my kid gets a free hot cocoa with my purchase and my dog a free puppuccino. They also have free wifi and a nice seating area which I used a lot when I was studying. On sunny days I love riding my bike and seating outside with a Thruline iced almond milk latte. The people who work there are great, I really have no complaints at all. read more

The place: My friend and I came here on a weekday afternoon during a holiday and this place was pretty crowded! Cafe Rococo has a front-facing area with tables located near the ordering place and a back area with more tables. We got a table right away when someone was leaving, but we got lucky. However, around ~1pm, the place was a lot emptier, so I'm guessing this place gets more crowded around morning time and late afternoon/early evening time. They have plenty of tables for 2&4, and some of them are located near outlets, so you can get some studying done here if you want as well. The cafe is located near the Kirkland waterfront, so if you want, you can take a break and walk by the water--(super gorgeous walk!) It's a classic, cozy coffee shop. The drinks: I got the chai tea latte and it was good--spicy and a little creamy. I'm over-critical when it comes to chais and I think this place does a fine job with the drinks. You can tell they take their time to craft the drinks, I really like the attention paid to detail (and even to the latte art I saw a couple of times). My friend got the caramel macchiato and it looked delicious..I wish I had gotten that too :) As a quick note, they make their drinks on the luke-warm side, so if you like your drinks hotter, be sure to ask. The staff here is awesome--very nice,friendly, and patient! read more

Thruline Coffee - Chai tea latte (8oz) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Wow this place is busy! The line to order on a weekend can get quite long. I tried an oat milk latte, but the drink seemed to be much more bitter than I've had at other coffee shops. There's a lot of space inside to sit and work and a few tables outside too. read more

I asked for a mug for coffee and the cashier said they could make it happen even though they usually use paper cups. I gave them a $5 tip for their effort which cost more than the coffee. They made the coffee in a paper cup. When I asked them why they couldn't keep their promise the cashier said sorry the barrista ignored the instructions. Manager was right there and didn't correct the situation. Seems like new owners, this place used to be great. read more

Excellent coffee. They have the best cold brew in town. I just figured that out couple days ago when it was so hot and I wanted some iced coffee. It's not so bitter, very flavorful with the richness smell of ripe fruits. What an interesting cold brew! They also have excellent affogato coffee, the bitterness of the espresso works so well with the ice cream which is actually a very good geleto from a shop across the street. I also have tried a good number amount of their pastries, they are really good. they do not allow dogs inside of the shop but they have some tables outside so you and your dogs can chill there. Theres 3hr free WiFi provided, so it's a very good place to have good coffee and study or work read more

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5 stars! Love this place, coffee and the area is a awesome retreat from busy Seattle life

I was looking for a place in the Kirkland area to get tea/coffee and chat (avoiding chains if possible... not naming any names), and Thruline ended up being a decent option. I arrived around 4 on a Saturday and the place was surprisingly pretty full up front. Thankfully there were several open tables in the back, which I didn't even notice at first. Now I'm not a coffee drinker (Seattle native weirdo that I am) so I went with an herbal tea option. The friendly man at the counter recommended the peppermint so that's what I got! A tall herbal tea in a to go cup was around $3, not including the tip. It was tasty but nothing extra special. The place cleared out around 6 or so, but a couple people filtered through around that time. It's not an especially cozy place but if you're looking to get a cup of tea or coffee and catch up or get some work done for an hour or two it's a good enough option. read more

Been coming here for two years now. Coffee still great, one of the best in Greater Seattle which says a lot. :) You get free refills for coffee here. They're accommodating enough that you can bring your own food and even use their microwave. Oh, if you check in using Yelp, you can get 10% off. I've never used it though since I rather pay them full price for the great coffee and unlimited refills. read more

Thruline Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

A perfect ma and pa coffee shop with amazing coffee nestled perfectly in the heart of Downtown Kirkland! Service is great, coffee is outstanding and location is perfect! I totally recommend this cute little gem :) read more

Thruline Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Yes, I love coffee... especially in the afternoon when I can't be in the office any more. Rococo has tons of tables for meeting and working - not too loud like some other shops. Great coffee! read more

Thruline Coffee - Vanilla latte and chocolate cookie. Afternoon delight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Such friendly staff and delicious sandwiches + coffee! Great place to gather after a cycle class or during a morning walk.

Super great place to get work done. Lots of options for seating indoor, some outdoor seating available as well. Very sweet and attentive staff members and great beverages! Some street parking out front and I think there may be a paid lot nearby. read more