The downtown Edmonds retail area has quite the concentration of indie cafes, especially along 5th…read moreAve S. Despite being in business for nearly 13 years, this is my first visit to Cafe Louvre (12/9/25). After two days of staying in due to the stormy weather, I decided to venture out and try some place new. I snagged a 3 hour parking slot, yay! The cafe is in a shared building with six other businesses. Pleasant interior with natural light, mellow overhead music, various seating with 2 & 3 tops, communal seating by a fireplace, and group seating off to the side that can be reserved. It is currently decorated for the holidays, but also featured work from local artists. First visit & first meal of the day coming up on 1pm, I opted for a grande mocha and a 4 inch proscuitto sandwich. The overhead menu and display cases have a nice variety. Pastries are from Macrina and coffee roasts are from Caffe Umbria. Their espresso beverages are very generous. The grande mocha was served in a huge mug, reminiscent of a souffle ramekin. Well crafted too. I enjoyed the 4 inch proscuitto sandwich. Perfectly sized and sliced, not too big, not too small, Goldilocks just right. Served warm with proscuitto, melty cheese, pesto spread, spinach, and basil in a soft, square roll. Most of the folks onsite are having active convos or business type meetups, only two on laptops. And one doing a Yelp post, lol. After being onsite for 2.5 hours on a weekday early afternoon, seems to be an older demographic that visits here. Clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Love discovering new & established businesses in the north end, like Cafe Louvre.

Excellent coffee shop with cozy ambience and great service. The barista was very friendly. Plenty…read moreof seating with a couch near a fireplace. Cappuccino rating: 8.5/10 Coffee Beans: Umbria Coffee Aroma: 2/2 - Inviting with a caramel and nutty profile Milk Texture/body: 1/2 - creamy and cohesive, microfoam could have been more silky Espresso Flavor & Balance: 3/3 - balanced acidity, sweetness present, no harsh bitterness Integration: 1.5/2 - Neither milk/espresso overpowers the other Finish/Aftertaste: 1/1 - Clean, pleasant, lingers nicely

My partner took me here twice now for breakfast and both times have been amazing. The food is…read morereally good and our drinks have all been super yummy too! I'll be sad when the current seasonal items are gone though! Update: I was indeed sad with the menu change. Food still great though!

Downtown Edmonds has so many coffee shops and my goal for this year is to try as many coffee shops…read moreas I can. I stumbled open Red Twig, beautiful location in downtown Edmonds. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with cozy vibes. They have a lot of different coffee and pastries. We got a variety of pastries to try. First was the cinnamon roll, we had it warmed up at home and it still tasted super fresh and delicious. The M&M's cookie was huge, not too sweet, perfectly soft and crunchy. The other pastries we had was raspberry croissant, and a muffin, all tasted pretty good. I think all their pastries are fresh, delicious, and not that sweet compared to other bakeries. I highly recommend getting their cinnamon roll. This cafe is perfect for the all seasons especially summer if you want to sit outside and enjoy the view of downtown Edmonds. They have plenty of seatings inside and outdoor. Parking is limited since it's downtown Edmonds so it's a bit challenging but it's worth it because you get to enjoy fresh pastries and you can also have a nice walk down to the beautiful town and beach after.

Such a cute little spot right next to the ferry, much better than the little stand right at the…read moreferry line! The made my matcha with lavender perfectly, it didn't taste like soap at all. The bacon parm scone was also sooooo bomb. My friend loved her coconut drink and pastry! I took people here the next weekend too the staff is very nice and accommodating!

I tried the Mexican coffee, which was fairly strong and had a different flavor profile than what I…read moretypically drink. It was okay, but not something I would go out of my way to order again. The seating area is small, but I noticed a diverse mix of customers, including families with children and seniors. The service could use improvement. Cups were placed on the counter, but the announcements were not clear. For multiple orders, there were no markings on the cups, making it difficult to know which drink belonged to whom. Another issue was that the paper napkins at the counter had run out. When I mentioned it to the staff, instead of refilling the dispenser or offering me napkins, I was directed to get them from another area. Overall, the experience was average. The coffee was decent, but the lack of attention to customer service stood out more than the drink itself.

Lots of competition in Edmonds for the coffee crowd. We've tried the rest but will stick with the…read morebest. Il Viale stands out and above the others for their excellent coffee drinks (and food), super nice staff, the coolest vibe inside and easily the best outdoor patio space. Reminds me of a little European cafe.

Since I'm always interested in good coffee places I just had to pop in here as it looked very…read moreinviting. Tempted to order at the walk up window, which is a fun touch, but headed inside instead--the exterior and interior of this establishment projects the utmost confidence that they know how to make a good coffee. Which they did, a lovely perfectly foamed cappuccino with nice dark espresso. Made with care and skill. No line at all. Employees very nice. Definitely not cheap, but it seems this is the new normal. Walnut Street Coffee has even more competition!

Rusty Pelican is one of our Edmonds staples! Breakfast or brunch, guaranteed to be easy,…read moreconvenient, and delicious. Street parking only, but if you're open to a walk, downtown Edmonds tends to have ample parking around the area. When busy, they do provide a buzzer that has a short range, but opens up the opportunity of walking around slightly. Items can be a bit pricey, but they're also very filling. Large space, lots of chatter, and friendly service. Number Three Combo Club - we wanted waffles this time but also bacon and sausage. This was the variety pack we desired, though wish it came with both sausage and bacon! Opted for the bacon and it was thick, fatty, and delicious. One waffle cut into the four quadrants, ready to soak up syrup. Simple, but a classic. Chunky Monkey Pancakes - goofy perhaps, but another timeless classic combo of chocolate and bananas. Three chocolate chip pancakes, fluffy and ready to absorb the Nutella drizzle. Could have a few more chocolate chips embedded for a more balanced spread, but the chocolate drizzle helps spread flavor. Bananas for the healthy balance of course.

Hot Dogs in Cars, and Managers Named "Robert" : A Hate Story…read more I have been a regular patron of The Rusty Pelican since I moved to Washington, just shy of 5 years ago. I take visiting loved ones and friends here, and I constantly extol the service and food to anyone who needs a recommendation for a breakfast spot in Edmonds. NEVER. EVER. AGAIN. The manager, Robert, showed sickening behavior. My partner and I were having breakfast out in front, when we noticed that a fellow patron had left their dog in the car on the sidewalk in front of our table. It was 60 degrees out, and completely sunny. The windows were barely cracked, and the dog was panting and straining its neck towards the venting of the window. We called our waiter over, who was incredibly sympathetic and horrified. He went inside to find the customer. We waited a few minutes longer, and then asked a second server to follow up (they were equally horrified and sympathetic). The second server also did not return. My partner went inside to seek help. It was at this point that they encountered Robert. My partner came out a few minutes later and explained what was happening: he had been in the process of denigrating the employees feelings about the matter, telling them to stop bothering customers and (essentially) quit acting like babies. "This isn't Arizona!" he exclaimed. When my partner asked to speak with him and tell him the situation, he was horrendously rude and confrontational, escalating each polite rebuttal with an agitating escalation of rudeness and denigration. My partner calmly explained that in these conditions, a car's interior temperature can rise to above 80 degrees in well under 30 minutes, not including stifling humidity. These conditions can cause an animal to pass out and die within a similar timeframe. At this point, it had been well over 30 minutes since the patron had parked. During all of this, he refused to even address my partner or look them in the eyes. It was absolutely unacceptable, and ultimately embarrassing for a grown man in a PAID CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTED POSITION to treat anyone like that. To be clear: the entire staff were incredible. They came out to check on the dog a few times, and tried their best to confront the owner of the dog, but a certain manager was preventing them. They also apologized profusely, and showed a grace that is exemplary and frequently unseen in today's world. We learned several good lessons today: 1. We should have just called animal control right off the bat. The owner isn't going to learn their lesson without legal intervention, or lethal endings. Thankfully they left after about 40 minutes, and the dog seemed to be conscious. 2. I am never going to eat here again, as long as Robert is employed. He should be left in a hot car out front to teach him some perspective. I wouldn't call animal control for him though. 3. I am going to spend the rest of my days around Edmonds telling anyone who will listen this story. To Robert, if you read this: I hope nothing but bad things happen to you forever, and your behavior is inexcusable. You do not deserve to be employed. To anyone above Robert in a position of management or ownership: fire him. Quickly, and unceremoniously. Do it in front of the kind employees, as a treat. They had a familiar air of exasperation with Robert's behavior, telling me this is normal. And under no circumstances should it ever be. Shame on you Robert.

Teas and Treasures in Edmonds is a very adorable shop with a focus of - tea, of course. One wall is…read morefilled with glass jars of teas, sorted by type (black, green, white, etc.), with origins of each tea identified. They sell in a minimum of 2 oz for most, unless they cost more than $5 per oz. Most are $4-ish per oz. I had a very fun time chatting with the lady about the types of tea, the flavor notes, brewing process, and more. It is so obvious that we are both tea lovers. Since I am also a tea hoarder, I chose ones that I didn't already have which can be difficult. Lol. Luckily, she suggested I try the organic Japanese Bancha which is somewhat adjacent in flavor to Kukicha, a Japanese tea using only green tea stems. The bancha is a subset of sencha. I also chose a black current tea; the aroma is captivating! Other than tea, they sell many gift items, including clothing. It is a very fun place to browse, shop, and sample a small cup of tea in their thermos.

True to its name, this little storefront is filled with treasures and teas…read more I spent a rainy day exploring he many stores of downtown Edmonds. I've been on quite the tea-kick lately, so stumbling on a local biz filled with dried leaves and rare goods, really got me excited. Half of the store is dedicated to tea and tea accessories. Their largest wall showcases dozens of cannisters of fresh dried teas. The assortment is astounding, you're guaranteed to find one that fits your flavor profile. They also have tastings onsite, though the flavors are rather limited. The accessories were top notch. I couldn't help but fall in love with the many tea pots, mugs, and unique goodies you can't find anywhere else. I grabbed a number of green tea blends to take home. I've noticed that including a cup of tea with fresh leaves has really added some excitement to my daily gratitude practice.

This cafe does their Dalgona very well, this drink in particular has a very strong Dalgona flavor…read morewith a very natural Ube flavor! The bite of the coffee really comes through at the end of each sip, cutting through the sweetness perfectly. I will say... The service is.. Well let's just say the cashier is always very curt but I won't let that get in the way of me giving this drink 5 stars.

Cute little cafe! First time I swing by. I love that they have gluten free options on the menu,…read moreincluding gf bread. They have interesting signature coffees. I opted for a simple latte only because I'm trying to reduce my sugar intake...it was good! I had the Turkish eggs and it was delicious too. Jaiiya cafe is located around the back of the plaza (it's not accurate on maps). They have some assigned parking spots too. We lucked out and found some couch sitting. Nice spot to work on your laptop!

Didn't take any pictures because I ordered to go, but wow! I live out of state, but try to come…read morehere when I am in the area. Can't go wrong here, all the crumpets are delicious! The Vermont, & the smoked salmon and cucumber are some of my favorite but I haven't had a thing I didn't like from this place, including the coffees. Friendly employees & a cute interior with tables to sit and enjoy.

A beautiful menu of options --either sweet or savory toppings on crumpets and fresh brewed stiff…read moretea. The crumpets themselves were expertly baked and yeasty as they should be. The menu has classy options and is rather understated, which is a relief. [I positively despise the Cheesecake Factory model of long menu of items with small variations on the same boring narrow band of ingredients -- which taste roughly all the same...marketing to a customer base with limited palates is all kinds of unappetizing!] Here, in addition to more reasonable portion sizes than the Cheesecake Factory, the menu choices are delectable and artful. Each crumpet topping or combination demonstrates care and good cultural taste. I had the savory pesto, ricotta, and tomato...it was adroitly put together on a plate. I wolfed it down at the outdoor seating patio with my fingers. An off-the-street enclave of restaurants, pubs, and ice-cream shops is a nice setting -- albeit a bit too concrete and too hot in summer. I will be returning to this open-kitchen, informal, tea and crumpets shop for more of their menu...