31 Best Cafes in Bellevue

“Story Coffee almost makes Bellevue worth it.

Hunkered shyly among the glittering corporate hellscape of Bellevue, this jewel of a coffee shop is a joyful discovery. Baristas are soft-toned, at once reserved and considerate, and they absolutely smash the coffee drinks.

I’ve been here 3-4 times now while waiting through a family member’s medical appointments. While I invariably stand out like a shambling golem in work pants and tar stains, I’ve never been treated with anything but the utmost courtesy.

More importantly, while the food is good, the coffee is aces: rich, deeply flavored, and not at all bitter. I compare every espresso drink to a cafe breve I remember fondly from a street cafe three blocks from the cathedral at Notre Dame. Story Coffee is one of two coffee shops in my embarrassingly long life that have exceeded that standard. Amateur tip: try the cortado. It will not disappoint.

If you care about the quality in your cup, this cafe — despite any post-modern despair caused by location — should be at the top of your list of places to try.“

“Love this place and its so cute!“

“Great tea and service. Cozy tea shop. Highly recommend 😀“

“Amazing food and amazing service. The man was so nice and helpful for recommending items on the menu, and the jambon sandwich and strawberry croffle we ordered were outstanding. Definitely recommend going to this place if you’re looking for amazing eats with a cozy vibe!“

“The drinks and stuff here are not healthy, like at all, but they do taste really good.

The interior is really nice, though this place is pretty popular, so there may be a lot of other people, especially on a warm day. It's a good place to work too if you can find a spot! I love the clean wood aesthetic.“

“We two stopped in for a drink after a nearby event. It was our first time; we enjoyed our visit and plan to come again for dinner.
AMBIANCE: 4.0. Indoor and outdoor seating. Pleasant.
SERVICE: 4.5. She was attentive and a pleasure to talk with.
FOOD: 4.5. Though we hadn't planned to eat, the cakes tempted us so we shared a Napoleon. Delish! Perfect light sweetness with wonderful texture.“

“So amazing. Visiting from virginia. Love this place“

“Best Lasagna I have ever had! Great service as well.“

“I was happy that the restaurant is on the first floor of Main Street Flats. Enter the parking lot from Southeast 105th Avenue. Remember to give your license plate to the staff after parking. Parking is free for purchases over $15!🤓“

“The mont blanc soft serve is really good. Though it doesn’t fully capture the Hokkaido milk flavor, it’s probably the best option here. They also sell chocolate, cookies and cake here which you can also pair with your ice cream or eat by themselves. I do like the chocolate.

The store layout is kind of strange though and doesn’t seem cohesive. There’s a bar corner with not a lot of space to walk through, and the other tables and chairs are on an elevated platform. In general, there’s usually more patrons than seating but luckily, there’s a small amount of seating in the outdoor courtyard.“

“Olivier and team are wonderful. Great European style cafe in Bellevue and Redmond. Soon to open Woodinville too!“

“I love this place!! Great food, Great service, and Great atmosphere! :) Daily specials with a vast variety of menu items and catering options. Plus, gluten free options as well (which I truly appreciate). Must try one of their many yummy smoothies-They customize the 'lean and green' for me and add coconut water, it is my personal favorite! ;)“

“Not enough reviews for this place so here I go. Wonderful customer service, delicious coffee, and great breakfast sandwiches. Plus a cute spot overall. Too many cafes in the area don’t open early enough and this place was what my family and I needed while on vacation. Sadly my kids didn’t like the hot chocolate (they had a nutty flavor) but my husband and I thought those too were super good. Ended up going twice during our short stay. So many great sounding menu items and all the chocolates looked incredible.“

“Fabulous highly recommend“

“Cafe Semicolon is hands-down my absolute go-to spot in the entire city! While their coffees are consistently great, the real star of the show is their avocado sandwich. It is incredibly delicious, mouth-watering, and the main reason I keep coming back here time and time again. Honestly, just writing this review is making me hungry for another one. If you haven't been here yet, you are seriously missing out!“

“I enjoyed sipping my Coconut Latte, and I will definitely order another Spam Musubi HK sandwich next time we visit Seattle. Wish they had that in Southern California!“

“Caffe Vita is a small espresso counter inside Bellevue Square, mainly meant for a quick coffee stop while shopping rather than a sit-down café experience.Nice quick-break stop – Convenient location in the center of the mall, perfect while shopping Corner.“

“Cozy 🫶 Very quiet and relaxing place, good food and good customer service.“

“Wow, Caffe Ladro in Bellevue is a must-visit! Their mocha is absolutely mind blowing. Seriously, words don’t do it justice. You have to try it! The croissant was super delicious too, perfectly flaky and fresh. Stop by and treat yourself, you won’t regret it!“

“Atmosphere! Cute place! Will go there again!!!“

“I was recommended by the baristas to buy this coffee blend a while ago. Its a great coffee with a smooth, creamy flavor and a nice balance of sweetness and complexity. Easy to drink and enjoyable from the first sip to the last. Definitely a coffee id buy again.“

“A cozy little lunch spot located in the Bellevue business park - serving healthy & yummy lunch food options + great coffee / tea drinks“

“yummy sandwiches, hearty soups“

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“Dont overlook Spring Cafe. This place is a hidden gem with the Best coffee in the area and a great menu. The staff is very friendly (family run) that always remembers you and greets you warmly with a smile. Very fast service but welcoming if you want to relax, work or just sip your coffee.

My 'go-to' coffee shop. I go here regularly.“

“We got the Piggy Bar. It was a great amount of icy dessert and I am definitely glad I had someone to help me finish. Very sweet. Tastes good and the price isn’t crazy high. I don’t think it was more than $15. Good price for a two person dessert!“

“Beautiful ambiance and nice coffe/tea(chai) selections. Great place for vegans who are looking for alternative options with their coffee/tea. Added bonus - they have gluten-free oatmilk. 😊“

“Lunch at Nordstrom cafe was phenomenal. The staff was welcoming, space was clean and organized. I had lunch with husband and my two kids, we enjoyed what we ordered. Our server Murphy was friendly, attentive and answered all our questions. Thank you Nordstrom cafe for a wonderful celebration!“

“Amazing selection and even more amazing food ❤️“