Disappointing to see Ann here. Rude, bad at her job, snarky. Owner Jen should look into this one.
Service: 1
Manpreet Wadan
If you’re looking for a slice of Seattle’s big-city vibe without venturing into the city, this café-restaurant is an absolute gem nestled right in Newcastle. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by an upbeat yet relaxed atmosphere with music thoughtfully selected by the staff, making you feel like you've stepped into a cool urban café. It’s clear the team has put a lot of heart into the upscale and welcoming ambiance.
The staff here are incredibly warm and welcoming; they go above and beyond to make every visit feel special. Annie, Bella, and Mikaila, in particular, always ensure our experience is fantastic. Their hospitality is next level, so much so that even my 4-year-old daughter loves coming here with me – she’s treated like a little VIP every time! They’ve created an environment that feels comfortable and inviting for everyone, whether you’re a regular or a first-time guest.
As for the food, the menu is as eclectic as it is delicious. There’s something for everyone, and you can tell each dish is crafted with care. The coffee is out of this world – rich, smooth, and full of flavor – easily one of the best around. And if you’re here for dinner, don’t miss the cocktails! They’re perfectly mixed, with unique flavors that match the spirit of the place.
This is not your typical suburban café, nor is it part of the usual chain-restaurant crowd. Every visit here is an experience, and you can really feel the love that goes into it. It’s a true hidden gem, standing out proudly among the standard options. Highly recommend checking it out for a taste of the city vibe right in the heart of the suburbs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Toast, Meatball Sandwich, Fried Egg Sandwich, Full Breakfast
James Ramsey
Love a locol place with great drinks and creative meals from a true chef.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brett
Great brunch spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elaine L
Hard to believe we have such a gem of a restaurant right in Newcastle. Such warm and personable service from the manager/owner, John, and his crew. The food is top notch, better than what you can find in a top tier restaurant in downtown Bellevue - we've tried the salads, the tagliatelle, the chicken pot pie (filled with actual delicious chicken, and not potato as filler) and the beef and they are so good. The olive oil cake is a must-try. Pet friendly if dining outdoors. Highly recommend, you won't regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lindsay Hale
Excuse me this place is everything! Jenn and John welcomed me so warmly and set me up at the bar where I needed to get some work done during my son’s practice. Ordered the spritz and tostada (YUM!). Love the ambiance, kind employees, super yummy food, and somewhere to work that’s cozy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
aviv kubi
So today was the second time I visit Cafe Coleman. At first glance it looked like an excellent place and the food was really good. There was only one very big recurring problem. The attitude in the place is simply repulsive and disrespectful! When you pay almost $8 for a small coffee beyond what you expect the coffee to be good, you also want to get as good service as possible, unfortunately Coleman Coffee failed twice. The first time, after I complained that the coffee did not arrive as I requested, I encountered angry faces from the barmaid and they also "forgot" to serve me water even though I asked twice. Today I decided to give them another chance. I didn't want to burden them too much so I just asked for a small iced coffee. But they "forgot" again while at the same time I notice that customers who ordered drinks much later get what they ordered on time. The place is very atmospheric and you seem to have an excellent product, but the "forgetful" waiters/bartenders ruin the whole experience. If you want to receive condescending service and hateful looks when you drink your morning coffee this is the perfect place for you. I will definitely not be coming back here again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Colin K
Delicious cocktails, tasty bites and friendly service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
H.W.
The food menu was overpriced and portions small and not well prepared, under cooked vegtables and odd flavor combinations. The inside seating is always freezing, and they do nothing when multiple people complain.
The bar area uninviting due to owner/employees using it as a office space.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Mallory M
Superb!!!! Absolutely iconically delicious, wonderful kind staff. Airy lovely neighborhood spot, total gem. Don’t miss out on dinner or brunch here!
Love this new addition to our neighborhood! A true gem with easy feeling and great food! Owners are just hospitable, lovely people and the cocktails are amazing!!! Gotta try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Monahan
This place was absolutely wonderful! Found it by chance searching for “farm-to-table” and was so pleasantly surprised to find a level of quality and creativity on the menu that you’d usually have to go into the city and pay $$$ for. We came for dinner but will absolutely be back for their breakfast and coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piquillo Pepper Soup and Artichoke Toast
Ian Jones
Having enjoyed breakfast here several times, I decided to try the evening fare— and I was not disappointed. The roast chicken pot pie was a wonderful experience, and the spritzer I ordered accompanied it beautifully. The staff were personable and attentive, making sure I was comfortable. I will be returning often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suzanne Goodman
Love this new spot for so many reasons! Fantastic coffee bar, yummy breakfast treats, great innovative dinner menu - we started with the gourmet toast (going back soon for more). Shared the chopped salad and prawn tagliatelle- delish! Everything is so fresh and the quality is so evident. Fun cocktails and wine selection - even a well stocked bottle shop with reasonably priced wines to go. Service prompt, friendly, relaxed. And coveted outdoor seating tucked around beautiful planter boxes create a real neighborhood dining gem right now. We’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pete Beem
Stopped by today and had a wonderful time! The food and wine were excellent. The owner and staff took care of us very well! Cannot wait to go for break soon!! The bottles of wine are cheap compared to normal restaurants so actually quite a deal! Will be stopping by often!
Disappointing to see Ann here. Rude, bad at her job, snarky. Owner Jen should look into this one.
Service: 1
If you’re looking for a slice of Seattle’s big-city vibe without venturing into the city, this café-restaurant is an absolute gem nestled right in Newcastle. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by an upbeat yet relaxed atmosphere with music thoughtfully selected by the staff, making you feel like you've stepped into a cool urban café. It’s clear the team has put a lot of heart into the upscale and welcoming ambiance.
The staff here are incredibly warm and welcoming; they go above and beyond to make every visit feel special. Annie, Bella, and Mikaila, in particular, always ensure our experience is fantastic. Their hospitality is next level, so much so that even my 4-year-old daughter loves coming here with me – she’s treated like a little VIP every time! They’ve created an environment that feels comfortable and inviting for everyone, whether you’re a regular or a first-time guest.
As for the food, the menu is as eclectic as it is delicious. There’s something for everyone, and you can tell each dish is crafted with care. The coffee is out of this world – rich, smooth, and full of flavor – easily one of the best around. And if you’re here for dinner, don’t miss the cocktails! They’re perfectly mixed, with unique flavors that match the spirit of the place.
This is not your typical suburban café, nor is it part of the usual chain-restaurant crowd. Every visit here is an experience, and you can really feel the love that goes into it. It’s a true hidden gem, standing out proudly among the standard options. Highly recommend checking it out for a taste of the city vibe right in the heart of the suburbs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Toast, Meatball Sandwich, Fried Egg Sandwich, Full Breakfast
Love a locol place with great drinks and creative meals from a true chef.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great brunch spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hard to believe we have such a gem of a restaurant right in Newcastle. Such warm and personable service from the manager/owner, John, and his crew. The food is top notch, better than what you can find in a top tier restaurant in downtown Bellevue - we've tried the salads, the tagliatelle, the chicken pot pie (filled with actual delicious chicken, and not potato as filler) and the beef and they are so good. The olive oil cake is a must-try. Pet friendly if dining outdoors. Highly recommend, you won't regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excuse me this place is everything! Jenn and John welcomed me so warmly and set me up at the bar where I needed to get some work done during my son’s practice. Ordered the spritz and tostada (YUM!). Love the ambiance, kind employees, super yummy food, and somewhere to work that’s cozy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So today was the second time I visit Cafe Coleman. At first glance it looked like an excellent place and the food was really good. There was only one very big recurring problem. The attitude in the place is simply repulsive and disrespectful! When you pay almost $8 for a small coffee beyond what you expect the coffee to be good, you also want to get as good service as possible, unfortunately Coleman Coffee failed twice. The first time, after I complained that the coffee did not arrive as I requested, I encountered angry faces from the barmaid and they also "forgot" to serve me water even though I asked twice. Today I decided to give them another chance. I didn't want to burden them too much so I just asked for a small iced coffee. But they "forgot" again while at the same time I notice that customers who ordered drinks much later get what they ordered on time. The place is very atmospheric and you seem to have an excellent product, but the "forgetful" waiters/bartenders ruin the whole experience. If you want to receive condescending service and hateful looks when you drink your morning coffee this is the perfect place for you. I will definitely not be coming back here again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Delicious cocktails, tasty bites and friendly service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food menu was overpriced and portions small and not well prepared, under cooked vegtables and odd flavor combinations. The inside seating is always freezing, and they do nothing when multiple people complain. The bar area uninviting due to owner/employees using it as a office space.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Superb!!!! Absolutely iconically delicious, wonderful kind staff. Airy lovely neighborhood spot, total gem. Don’t miss out on dinner or brunch here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Love this new addition to our neighborhood! A true gem with easy feeling and great food! Owners are just hospitable, lovely people and the cocktails are amazing!!! Gotta try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place was absolutely wonderful! Found it by chance searching for “farm-to-table” and was so pleasantly surprised to find a level of quality and creativity on the menu that you’d usually have to go into the city and pay $$$ for. We came for dinner but will absolutely be back for their breakfast and coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Piquillo Pepper Soup and Artichoke Toast
Having enjoyed breakfast here several times, I decided to try the evening fare— and I was not disappointed. The roast chicken pot pie was a wonderful experience, and the spritzer I ordered accompanied it beautifully. The staff were personable and attentive, making sure I was comfortable. I will be returning often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this new spot for so many reasons! Fantastic coffee bar, yummy breakfast treats, great innovative dinner menu - we started with the gourmet toast (going back soon for more). Shared the chopped salad and prawn tagliatelle- delish! Everything is so fresh and the quality is so evident. Fun cocktails and wine selection - even a well stocked bottle shop with reasonably priced wines to go. Service prompt, friendly, relaxed. And coveted outdoor seating tucked around beautiful planter boxes create a real neighborhood dining gem right now. We’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by today and had a wonderful time! The food and wine were excellent. The owner and staff took care of us very well! Cannot wait to go for break soon!! The bottles of wine are cheap compared to normal restaurants so actually quite a deal! Will be stopping by often!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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