50 Best Cafes near Mercer Island

“Shawn’s bakery is simply the best! Mouthwatering sandwiches, soups and don’t get me started on his pretzel roles. The Artichoke and Pesto sandwich is amazing and the Fig sandwich is over the top! Thank you Shawn for delighting our taste buds.“

“Loved their salad and the golden milk. Both were delicious and nutritious 💗“

“If I lived in Seattle def would be my go to restaurant. Amazing service and incredible food. Highly recommend the Dutch Baby. Salmon Salad Sandwich and French Onion Soup! Do you deliver to Ohio?? 😁“

“Best coffee I have had in Seattle hands down.“

“NEKO Cat Cafe is such a fun, feel-good spot in Seattle. You come for the coffee, but honestly, you stay for the cats. The space is bright, clean, and thoughtfully set up so the cats can roam freely while guests relax.

The drinks are solid, but the real highlight is spending time with adoptable cats in a calm, cozy setting. It’s a cute date idea, a stress-reliever after a long day, or just a sweet way to support animal adoption while enjoying a coffee.“

“Wonderful community cafe thats tucked away in a charming little corner of Eastlake.

5 stars because they are putting in the hard work. Locally owned, locally operated, and community focused. They put in the effort to bring people together with fun little events AND by being a coffee shop that stays open long enough to enjoy a comfy happy hour on their outside seating.

What they do well: Community.

What they struggle with (Sometimes): Espresso. I know it seems crazy to give 5 stars and then be critical of their espresso. But its just the way it is. I believe they use Lighthouse Roasters (local to seattle) and I don't know if its the roast, the beans, or the machine. But the espresso can be subpar on occasion.

But still worth the visit.“

“As an Eritrean who has grown up drinking delicious coffee all of my life, this place felt like home. The decor was so beautiful and both the coffee and a cookie I had were delicious. You can tell that the owner has put so much love into the space — it is such a gem in Seattle and I will be back again and again!“

“The vibes are immaculate. The interior is gorgeous, the staff were super great and so sweet with my kids, the entire menu looks delicious. I’m so excited y’all are back. ❤️❤️“

“the best ube & vietnamese coffee cheesecake😍“

“Amazing gelato and an even better experience! The owner was incredibly kind and let the three of us taste every flavor while explaining how they’re made. The flavors taste so natural—you can really sense the real fruit in them. It was also heartwarming to see him teaching his daughter to scoop gelato. Highly recommend!“

“Just found out about this place from our Realtor friend David so happy to get these treasures our daughter has a gluten allergy and it was so excited to have so many options he is are absolutely delicious thank you for our wonderful treat today!“

“Delicious food and an incredibly welcoming atmosphere. The cheese appetizer is especially great, though everything we’ve tried so far has been very good. I got a Turkish coffee to go that was so good I yelled AMAZING! out loud, while I was walking, and then realized I was bellowing in public. Glad to have this addition to the neighborhood!“

“I am only in Seattle for 1 day and I needed something healthish to eat for breakfast. This place was the bomb. I ordered the Breakfast sandwich with the ham and also the seedy brown bread nut butter toast, And man whatever they put on the sandwich (I think it's the pickled daikon and the hot mayo.) Very good. Not too pricey either. The young lady who helped me at the register was very friendly and accommodating. I didn't know what to order and she was very helpful and patient with me. Most places, they give you an attitude for not knowing or taking too long.“

“Very good coffee nice service“

“Have been wanting to come here for a while and finally came by for a pre-work coffee. The barista made my espresso perfectly and was great to chat with. The vibes in here are spectacular, not too loud, free Wi-Fi, and I love the upstairs seating area!

There weren’t many food options left but I think I just visited too late in the day!

Will definitely be back here very soon.“

“Oxbow is often our weekend treat. Their bagels are my favorite in seattle, their pizza is perfect. Every other item is wonderful (although i think the tuna salad sandwich could use more tuna).

The coffee is really great, and a small local roaster.“

“We absolutely LOVE the Seattle Meowtropolitan!! My 8 year old and I have been visiting regularly for more than a year now and we‘ve bonded with all the amazing kitties! Everyone who works and volunteers here is so kind as well. The kitty-themed drinks and kitty macaroons are all delicious too! And the cat-inspired decorations—even in the restrooms—are wonderful! It’s a kitty paradise for all the cats and humans who visit. :) We highly recommend everyone who loves cats visits this magical place!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️Was aimlessly wandering SeaTac and stopped by to try a sample…the sweetest woman introduced me to my new favorite coffee. I was nervous about the taste after attempts to choke down dirt water (other mushroom coffee alternatives), these are SO GOOD! Very smooth. The night time tea is also delicious if you like chamomile ☕️“

“I LOVE this store. I would travel to pike place market just for this place. They have a selection like no other store, with quality brands that you cannot find anywhere else. On top of that, they have a wide array of fresh cheese and meats, where the staff gives great recommendations and service. It’s the perfect place to spend an hour solo shopping or with your girlfriends and buy everything you don’t need. I love it so much.“

“Noon Cafe is truly a gem. I’ve visited a couple of times in person, and I’ve also ordered delivery, and every experience has been excellent.

From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed with warm, genuine customer service that makes you feel valued and comfortable. The staff are attentive, kind, and always ready to help with a smile.

The food quality is outstanding — always fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, whether dining in or ordering delivery. Even through delivery, everything arrives well-packed, hot, and just as delicious as in the cafe.

Clean atmosphere, great service, and consistently high-quality food all in one place. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates quality and professionalism. I will definitely be coming back.“

“wonderful Cuban food, Excellent customer service and the ambience is phenomenal highly recommend Lady A“

“Delic breakfast! Super service! Highly recommend ❤️“

“This is a hidden gem to South Seattle (West Hill) Community. Street parking is available. Fresh brewed coffee imported coffee from Ethiopia! Never too crowded and IF you’re ever looking for a meeting space, I think the business are able to facilitate.“

“I just picked this place randomly for breakfast and it turned out to be the cutest, welcoming, and friendliest cafe I’ve been to so far during my trip! The food is great and the portions are big. The staff are so accommodating and friendly. I’m lucky to have found this cafe :)“

“Great breakfast at this place! This diner feels well-loved and found out it's been in the family for generations. The food we had was exactly what we were craving and the server kept coming around and filling up my coffee. Love that it was open early and a great location to visit Gas Works Park afterwards.“

“I finally got around to visiting them today, and now my only regret is that it took me so long! The coffee was excellent, maybe my favorite Americano ever! Food was quality, decent vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The vibe was very relaxed and upbeat, I didn't want to leave!“

“Great food! Strawberry Basil was amazing! (The one with the bite out of it. It was mine lol) and The vibe inside is awesome. Super friendly. Definitely stopping by whenever in the area. Thank you!“

“A must try when in Seattle! Incredible vegan savory and sweet options - we are obsessed with the vegan beef and cheese piroshki, and potato rosemary, but there are so many! They have the best sticky bun ever too. Our son loved the non vegan ones too! One of the best places in Seattle!“

“Delicious custard taiyaki and toffee coffee. I did a last minute order from here, and wow; both things were amazing. ❤️“

“Very cosy South African cocktail cafe with Elliot bay views , very kind and friendly owner. If you are there ask for Mlindi, he is the sweetest 😀“

“Cute coffee shop with food. Got the turkey breakfast bagel sandwich which was not bad. I was a little annoyed that we were told there was only plain bagels left but then after we had ordered and sat down they restocked the bagels available.

The coffee is pretty good.“

“I live in the university district and I frequent this cafe’ and I brought my Russian girlfriend here and she and I have enjoyed many of are desserts from this location.“

“Yeobo was a great spot to chill with a cocktail on a Friday evening. The space is large, with plenty of seating and couches for groups. Vibes were relaxed and while I didn't adore my negroni, the menu had other options I'd try next time.“

“wonderful service, AMAZING coconut cake! a lovely spot for a great dessert!“

“Bang Bang Cafe had friendly staff and super yummy drinks! My daughter said the Strawberry Matcha was the best she's ever tasted.“

“Excelente servicio me encanta su atención“

“Got avocado toast with salmon and egg basically got everything It was good I would definitely come back Thank you“

“i’ve been to gearhouse a few times to work and drink coffee and it is always such a delight! tonight i went to the wilderness women’s happy hour and had such a wonderful time talking with like minded women and getting to know more of the seattle community. gearhouse is a perfect place to create community!“

“I went in not really expecting much but found a delightful and charming place. The atmosphere was nice, quiet, but not completely without noise. Everyone seemed to either be softly chatting or working on a project. There was an upstairs area that I didn't check out, but seemed quite large to me since people kept appearing and disappearing throughout my time at the cafe.

There isn't a wide yarn selection, and they don't sell any hooks, needles, or any other crafting supplies beyond a few crochet kits and yarn. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you're here to buy supplies. I didn't look too much into the yarn, but they do carry some of Yarn Dragon's skeins (and is mostly merino?), and what appeared to me as some mercerized cotton yarns.

The owner is really sweet and nice. I got a hojicha latte and it was warm and delightful. She brought me a lamp from upstairs when it got a bit dark downstairs and I was working on my crochet project which I greatly appreciate. She was working on a scarf when I came in and didn't seem bothered when she would have to step away from the project to help customers or generally maintain the store.
The bathrooms are clean and have period products in stock which is also something I appreciate even though I didn't need them.“

“Seasonal menu is great, the mocha shake is to die for. I upgraded mine to a malt, just finished it, and I want another already 😂 Barista was kind and friendly.“

“Adorable place with amazing drinks. I love that this place let's you pick your choice of caffeine: matcha, espresso, hojicha, it makes it so nice in terms of customization! Their matcha is very solid and I really recommend the Sea Salt Cream Matcha! It's got a jasmine tea base and tastes really similar to HeyTea or even UG tea's jasmine matcha cloud drinks.“

“The Dubai chocolate strawberries in a cup“

“excellent coffee ! best hazelnut latte in Seattle! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10 stars out of 5“

“This is one of my favorite places and Seattle. Easily. If you like sandwiches, then you should definitely come here. They compete with Fortuna and - in my opinion - exceed Fortuna (largely because of portion; you just get more bang for your buck here). We’ve had almost every sandwich available from Hushy’s. The Turkey is a clear winner (its combo of salty, somewhat smokey and tanginess lets it stand out). Our next favorite is a tie between the mortadella and the (fried) fish sandwich. You really can’t go wrong with any of their sandwiches. Two things I’d point out:

1) The Japanese beef curry sandwich is too salty
2) The sandwiches are expensive (but one sandwich can easily feed two)

Oh and the atmosphere is dope. Just take a look for yourself. This place deserves 5 stars.“

“Harbor Cafe is the kind of cozy breakfast-and-lunch spot that feels easy and familiar. The portions are generous, the coffee keeps coming, and the menu leans toward classic comfort dishes — eggs, pancakes, sandwiches done the way you expect.

It’s not trendy, but it’s welcoming and dependable. A solid choice when you just want a relaxed, no-fuss meal in Seattle.“

“Hole in the wall neighborhood place. Wonderful owners workers small little dining room. Great sandwiches! If you're in the belltown area on foot, find this place. It's near the Seattle center right on the corner. It's worth it“

“The coffee was incredibly tasty! Not bitter at all, the blend is super smooth! The staff were so warm and friendly and I tried the Bain Parmesan scone - it was DELISH! Cheaper than Starbucks so that is a win!
It’s in a big building and there is a nice seating area in the lobby. Safe to say it was a very enjoyable morning!“

“The young gentleman who helped us was very kind, patient and helpful with answering questions related to our allergies. The food was wonderful! This place is a real gem!“

“Friendly staff and lovely food. Would highly recommend! We will be visiting again“

“Such a lovely and convenient location. Helpful, friendly service. A simple yet elegant atmosphere ♥️☕️“