14 Seattle Coffee Shops That Will Make You Feel Like A Local

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1. Elm Coffee Roasters

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This chic coffeehouse in Pioneer Square specializes in light-roasted, single-origin coffee. Elm Coffee Roasters is all about quality, sourcing in-season beans from around the world and then roasted on location.

Elm Coffee Roasters
240 Second Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104

2. Tin Umbrella Coffee

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Tin Umbrella Coffee Roasters serves up freshly roasted artisan espressos and coffees in Hillman City. From thoughtfully sourced pastries from local bakers to one-of-a-kind community events, Tin Umbrella puts the "neighbor" in neighborhood coffee shop.

Tin Umbrella Coffee
5600 Rainier Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98118

3. Espresso Vivace

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Praised by celebrity chefs and credited with helping popularize latte art in the United States, Espresso Vivace is a Seattle institution. At all three locations, java lovers can enjoy carefully sourced, northern Italian–style coffee drinks.

Espresso Vivace
Brix Location
532 Broadway Ave. E.
Seattle, WA 98102

Alley 24 Location
227 Yale Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Sidewalk Bar Location
321 Broadway Ave. E.
Seattle, WA 98102

4. Anchorhead Coffee Co.

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Anchorhead Coffee began as a wholesaler, focused on fair trade, organic, and non-GMO beans and bottled cold brew. The company opened its downtown café in 2016, where they embody the Anchorhead mission statement — “make coffee for people who love coffee” — every day.

Anchorhead Coffee Co.
1600 Seventh Ave.
Ste. 105
Seattle, WA 98101

5. QEDcoffee

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Another wholesaler turned retail location, QEDcoffee is a micro-roaster with big ambitions. The company’s name is a reference to the Latin phrase “quod erat demonstrandum,” which is commonly used in math proofs and means, essentially, “it has been demonstrated.” In other words, they believe the excellence of their meticulously sourced coffee should be self-evident upon first sip.

QEDcoffee
1418 31st Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98144

6. Tougo Coffee Co.

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Want coffee-nerd coffee without having to deal with coffee-nerd snobbery? Head to Tougo Coffee Co. Equally committed to both its rigorous standards and down-to-earth vibe, Tougo is perfect for a relaxed afternoon cup.

Tougo Coffee Co.
Central District Location
1410 18th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122

Convention Center Location
800 Convention Place
Seattle, WA 98101

First Hill Location
800 Yesler Way
Seattle, WA 98122

7. Broadcast Coffee

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Excellent coffee? Check. Beautiful interiors? Check. Multiple convenient locations? Check. Perfect for both a quick solo cup and group meet-ups, Broadcast Coffee checks all the boxes an independent coffee chain should.

Broadcast Coffee
Central District Location
1918 E. Yesler Way
Seattle, WA 98122

Roosevelt Location
6515 Roosevelt Way N.E.
Seattle, WA 98115

Jackson Street Location
2515 S. Jackson Street
Seattle, WA 98144

8. Café Allegro

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Tucked away inside an alley off University Way, Café Allegro is true hidden gem. Founded in 1975, the eclectic café is home to Seattle’s oldest espresso bar and some of the city’s best coffee.

Café Allegro
4214 University Way N.E.
Seattle, WA 98105

9. Caffè Umbria

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Caffè Umbria is a Seattle-based coffee roaster and café with true Italian roots. Founder Emanuele Bizzarri is a third generation coffee roaster; his grandfather owned a roastery in Perugia, Italy, in the 1940s. Today, Caffè Umbria marries modern training and old-school Italian traditions to make a truly excellent cup of coffee.

Caffè Umbria
Westlake Location
1201 Westlake Ave N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Pioneer Square Location
320 Occidental Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104

Ballard Location
5407 Ballard Ave. N.W.
Ballard, WA 98107

10. Lighthouse Roasters

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As one of Seattle’s original roaster cafés, Lighthouse is something of an institution. Lighthouse-roasted beans can be found at cafés all around the city, in addition to the company’s Fremont location. Visit its shop to get its premium, small-batch blends directly from the source.

Lighthouse Roasters
400 N. 43rd St.
Seattle, WA 98103

11. Preserve And Gather

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There’s no Wi-Fi available at Preserve and Gather. Instead, the café offers a full espresso bar, a rotating menu of sweet and savory small bites, and a much-needed opportunity to slow down and enjoy the present.

Preserve and Gather
358 N.W. 85th St.
Seattle, WA 98117

12. La Marzocco Cafe

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La Marzocco is practically synonymous with espresso. The company has been a leader in espresso machine technology since 1927. The company’s Seattle Center-based café is a must for hardcore coffee lovers. It serves up top-tier specialty coffee alongside monthly installations and presentations about the history of coffee, home brewing, and upcoming innovations.

La Marzocco Cafe
Seattle Center Campus
472 First Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109

13. Seattle Coffee Works

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Split into an Express Bar and Slow Bar, Seattle Coffee Works is basically two coffee shops in one. If you just need a quick (but excellent!) espresso, head to the Express Bar. If you want a skilled barista to brew you something a little more special, head to the Slow Bar.

Seattle Coffee Works
107 Pike St.
Seattle, WA 98101

14. Sound & Fog

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Sound & Fog is a relaxed, minimalist coffee bar that serves amazing coffee alongside an evening menu of beer and wine. The West Seattle shop aims to make high-quality coffee approachable and fun by offering beans from a variety of local roasters in an unpretentious atmosphere.

Sound & Fog
4735 40th Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98116

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