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    Tilikum Place Cafe

    4.3 (2.5k reviews)
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Dutch Baby
    Trina M.

    Reservations are highly recommended and I can see why! The service was fast and efficient and the place is cozy with vintage decor. The Dutch baby came out piping hot, creamy and so flavorful. Our side order of sausage was thick and juicy and our sunny side egg was perfect. I think the Americano was nice and bold. A definite place to check when you're in Seattle.

    Cappuccino
    Aaron B.

    What a secret gem of a place! Just tucked in from a bustling Denny street! 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!

    Pancakes
    Jocelyn L.

    Come early, BUT COME. Service was amazing. Food was sooooo good. The Dutch babies are a must. I was hoping to get a seat here, and we got so lucky because this place was packed! We waited over an hour, but it was SO WORTH IT. Super close to the Space Needle. We visited from California so we explored the Space Needle & the Museum and came here afterwards. Lowkey the highlight of our trip.

    Nutty Irishman
    Shao-Lon Y.

    One of the best brunches in Seattle! The restaurant feels like a mix of a diner and a family restaurant. It's small and intimate and everyone is super friendly. Reservations are required for brunch and you'll have to make it 1-2 months in advance, but it's definitely worth it! Their menu changes often but they always have a savory and sweet Dutch baby which you have to get. If you've never had a Dutch baby, it's like a cross between a Yorkshire pudding and a pancake. I have a preference towards savory dishes, so I love their savory Dutch baby which is filled with eggy cheesy goodness. The edges are browned and crispy but the interior is custardy and flavorful. The other dishes here are also amazing. Recently, they had an eggs Benedict with pulled pork and instead of an English muffin, it was a mac and cheese cake. Probably one of the best brunch dishes I've had. Another thing I like about this place is that the prices are super reasonable. Most dishes are around $20 which is great considering the quality and that we live in Seattle.

    Frangipane Apple Phyllo Muffin
    Chandra P.

    Tilikum Place Cafe is an absolute gem and a local favorite not just for the spectacular food, and carefully curated rotating menu; the service and happiness from the wonderful team makes Tilikum Place Cafe special. The cafe is small, and during the warm season it's tough to get a reservation if you have a party larger than two I recommend planning ahead of your actual arrival.

    Sweet Dutch Baby: huckleberry compote, cream cheese mousse
    Fionna L.

    The hype is real! Reservations for TPC's famous brunch and Dutch babies are hard to get but so worth it. This is a small, beautiful and homey space that served one of the best meals I've ever had in Seattle. - Eggs Benedict - the Irish colcannon cake (purple potatoes, cabbage, kale, onion) wowed me. It tasted like excellent beef brisket. The eggs were perfectly poached, the bacon was nice and crispy, and the roasted potatoes went great with the lemony hollandaise and curried ketchup. - Sweet dutch baby (huckleberry compote, cream cheese mousse) was divine. These dishes were the perfect portion for two. To top it off, we had a wonderful server, Eileen, who was so warm and genuine. It is hard to find such nice small town hospitality in the city. TPC tops my list of must-try brunch places!

    Menu
    Michael X.

    Tilikum Place has been an interesting place that I have heard is a must try in the Seattle area, and I'm glad to have pay this restaurant a visit! We went on a Saturday around 2PM and we had a reservation so no wait was needed. Due to the location of the restaurant, I consider parking to be moderate to very difficult to find depending on the time of the day. Majority if not all of the options are street side with a 2 hour limit (typical Seattle downtown parking vibe) on all days except for Sunday I think. The ambiance of the restaurant is slow casual, as most of the diners are dine in. Service is warm, attentive, and relatively fast as we were able to get most of our food in the time frame that was mentioned. I had a couple of items, which I'll review down below: French Onion Soup ($10): I got the small portion, which is about a larger coffee cup size serving. There is a thick layer of Gruyere cheese garnished on top with pieces of bread sticking out as you can see in the photo. The stock is has a hearty deep beefy flavor with a sweet slightly acidity after taste. It does taste very comfortable and would hit the soul nicely on a cold day. Dutch Babies ($17 - $18): We got the Sweet Dutch baby ($17) and Savory Dutch baby ($18) since we wanted to try the different flavors and textures between the two. I would describe the texture is a lighter fluffier crepe in terms of texture and flavor. I think I liked the savory one more as it had heartier texture and maintained the crepe crispiness on the outside and fluffiness on the inside. The sweet one became a bit more soggy as time went on, but that's just down to personal preference. Do note that they take 30 minutes to make. Personally, I didn't get very full off of one of them, you may need to order more in addition if you are very hungry. In the end, I think that Dutch Babies are novel breakfast experience and that Tilikum Place is a good place for a light brunch that you can chat with your friends over. I am not the biggest bruncher, so I probably wouldn't revisit, but I would recommend checking out Tilikum Place if you are a big bruncher.

    Schnitzel
    Suzanne B.

    Every bite was completely delicious in this small family owned restaurant. The menu changes weekly so it is worth going back to again over and over. You need reservations and street parking nearby but very much worth it. Service staff were kind and informative.

    Baked Eggs
    Valerie Y.

    I can't believe it's taken me so long to get to Tilikum Place Cafe. I had such a great brunch there and I can't wait to come back and try more items. My friend and I were lucky enough to get seats from a walk-in, but you should probably make a reservation for any more than two people. It's always busy! So busy that the service does take a while. The food is great. We got Baked Eggs and a Dutch Baby, both dishes were hearty and filling. You must get the Baked Eggs with bread and butter; mostly because it's too salty on its own. It's so great with the bread, the herby taste and the creaminess are wonderful. The Dutch Baby was pretty great too! I would compare it to a personal pie with fabulous crust. I didn't taste the goat cheese much, but I enjoyed the cinnamon + marionberry jam. I'd definitely come back to try the other items on the menu! Everyone recommends the dutch baby but honestly the other items looked more interesting, so don't limit yourself.

    Emma S.

    This was the perfect place for a weekend brunch & catchup with friends! The vibe inside was so pleasant and relaxing and it was easy to talk to each other. Their well known dish is the dutch baby -- my friend got the savory one which was delicious and I got the sweet one which was also very good. I honestly would probably get the savory one next time! Overall, a great place for brunch, but make sure to make a reservation well in advance because it is so popular and they get booked out.

    Latte
    Dhyana B.

    The service at this restaurant was exceptional, everyone is very kind and attentive. We ordered the breakfast plate and baked eggs. The food was delicious my only critique is the eggs of the baked eggs were over cooked. The yolk was basically hard boiled rather than jammy/runny which was not the best. The basil, tomato and corn flavors were so yummy though and I would order again in the hopes that the egg yolk was a more ideal consistency

    Baked eggs
    Constantine J.

    We had a great brunch at Tilikum! In a place that has no shortage of good food to choose from, Tilikum sticks out for its dutch babies and kind service. We had a 20 min wait so we walked down to the Space Needle and then came back to enjoy brunch at the bar top (best seat in the house). We got to watch the kitchen magic and chat with the staff. Chris was our server and he was great. We had the baked eggs and the classic dutch baby (note, it takes a bit longer but well worth it). Food was incredibly flavorful and kept you coming back for more! Freshly squeezed oj was awesome too. Highly recommend Tilikum for a nice Seattle brunch. I would recommend booking a resy as the space isn't that big and it is a popular spot for Brunch.

    Cool deco and vibe inside
    Debra W.

    Wow, just wow! Fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced flavors. Today it all started with our fun and energetic server, Jesson who navigated us through the well-balanced menu. We enjoyed the quiche and BLT Benny, a side of homemade sausage, a cup of the best-ever veggie soup with ham hock. And, of course a bottle of bubbles. Everything was top notch, and we dine out frequently finding some of the best gems here in Seattle. Can't wait to come back to check out Chef's profiteroles and homemade ice cream. Thank you for the amazing experience!!

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    Ask the Community - Tilikum Place Cafe

    Do the Dutch babies have milk or dairy products? I saw the Google menu clarified they have eggs.

    Yes, they also whole milk and are cooked in clarified butter.

    Are there bottomless mimosas during brunch? Or drink specials at all?

    Hello Emily, We do bot serve bottomless mimosas for brunch. In addition to a full bar and wines by the glass:… 

    According to opentable, next available reservation is at least a month away. Today is 9/11/2021. Are all reservations booked or do you not take reservations on certain days?

    Shawn, we have limited seating at 25% and require reservations for brunch at this time. We are fully booked through October. We have a wait list every weekend. You can sign up by calling the restaurant 206-282-4830 and we will text about any… 

    Do they have corkage?

    I didn't see an additional charge for wine.

    Is brunch on the weekends only until a certain time? Or can customers order off the brunch menu all day?

    I believe it's until 3pm

    Does it have a full bar?

    Tilikum Place Cafe does have a full bar and serves wonderful speciality cocktails and has a great wine list as well. If you are lucky enough to arrive at a time when there is a chair available at the bar...I recommend it! The service is excellent… 

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yes we sell gift certificates. Happy to help you. Please call the restaurant during business hours. Thank you!… 

    Is breakfast served all day?

    No. When we went, it wasn't served all day.

    Are eggs benedicts served on the weekdays lunch?

    It doesn't seem like the do. I found the Benedict's on the brunch menu only which is on Saturdays Sunday's from 8am -3pm. The lunch menu which is served on the weekdays did not have any Benedict's.

    Is there draft beer?

    Yes they do, only a couple choices but including an IPA. You are in Seattle so every place pretty much have draft beers...

    Can I reserve a table there?

    Yes. They use Open Table.

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