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The Victrola family has recently expanded and now has a location on East Pike and Bellevue to come along side it's sister on 15th Street.  Both located in Capitol Hill, Victrola combines Seattle Coffee and it's vintage style.  It won't take much time for this new addition to be embraced into the Seattle coffee house family too.  

Where: Capitol Hill
310 East Pike OR 411 15th Ave E
(206) 325-6520

Bauhaus

No one knew coffee houses like this existed in the US.  On top of Capitol Hill, Bauhaus’ low-lit ambience with towering windows and equally towering book shelves is the perfect place to spend hours writing your new novel and people watch.   When you need a bolt of energy a ding-dong, the classic American junk food, sold here, hits the spot.

Where: Capitol Hill
301 E Pine St
(206) 625-1600

Mr. Spots Chai House

If you are looking for something to do, you can always be assured that Mr. Spots Chai House in Ballard will have a open mic night, a screen printing class, or an enlightening time with Reverend Betty every Sunday night to fill your time.  The Chai House has recently added Happy Hour to its list of things to check out.  There’s nothing like a shot of amaretto with your chai.

Where: Ballard
5463 Leary Ave NW
(206) 297-2424


Java Bean

Like a lot of fine Seattle institutions, Java Bean has two locations: one in West Seattle and one in Ballard.  Both are always packed with students, college professors, first dates and early risers.  The wood stove and mountain décor creates a homey ambience that is comforting and warm on Seattle’s rainy days.

Where: Ballard              Where: West Seattle
5819 24th Ave NW       2920 Avalon Way SW


Icon Coffee

There has not been a token coffee house to replace Still Life Café until now.  Icon Coffee is the latest coffee house to infiltrate Fremont.  With a bar along its many windows and plenty of light, this is the ideal place to get real work done and sip strong Café Vita coffee.  While the word still spreads about the amount of electrical outlets here and free Wi-Fi, Icon Coffee is sure to develop into one of Seattle’s irreplaceable coffee houses.  

Where: Fremont
4301 Fremont Ave North
206.632.3535
 
Zeitgeist

The definition of “Zeitgeist” is “the spirit of the time,” (dictionary.com) which is exactly what Zeitgeist Coffee is aiming to do in the coffee world.  The selection of different teas and pastries, such as lavender shortbread, and the warm open space contributes to their mission to be “a place for the exchange of ideas and a meeting place for the community.”  Zeitgeist Coffee is a great example of how Seattle coffee houses take pride in the art of making coffee and contributing to the local community.

Where: Downtown
71 S. Jackson St.
206 - 583 – 0497


Cafe Solstice

Every student that needs a caffeine pick-me-up and place with big tables to spread out their books goes to Cafe Solstice.  Its dark outside store front is easy to miss, seeing as it is a ways down on University Avenue and there is no screaming sign, quite refreshing actually.  The seating arrangements are the best part of Solstice.  There is outside seating in the front and back and there is a coffee bar, where you can sit on the tall stools and talk to the chatty baristas.

Where: University District
4116 University Way NE
(206) 675-0850

Fuel Coffee

Both of Fuel Coffee spots in Capitol Hill and Montlake are places where everyone knows your name.  People keep coming back for the friendly staff, the strong Caffee Vita roasts and the monthly art classes and art shows.

Where: Capitol Hill     Where: Montlake
610 19th Ave E           2300 24th Ave E
206-329-4700             206-328-0700


Zoka Coffee Roaster and Tea Company

Zoka's decor of rich wood panelling, warn leather couches and hearty kitchen tables is the perfect prescription to take one out of a rainy Seattle day and into the warmth of a buzzing Seattle community staple.  People stay warm with the uniquely roasted coffee and fine teas of Zoka and the selection of grilled paninis and rich desserts.

Where: Tangletown/ Greenlake    Where: University District
 220 North 56th St                        2901 NE Blakeley st
206-545-4277                               206.527.0990