I really wanted to love this place, and I will probably come back when it's just me and another adult, but I don't recommend it if you've got tiny hungry humans. Pros: The food was great! The atmosphere is fun inside. Everyone was friendly. Cons: the small space inside meant they put 4 adults and 2 small kids at a 4 top, and it was incredibly cramped. It took almost an hour before our food came. Our server seemed like he was new, tried to squeeze behind a toddler carrying 3 bowls of hot soup (go around the other way where there is room?) and made a few mistakes on our order. We did not correct him because we were starving at that point. The latte was burnt. Again, I want to try again under different circumstances, because there were some strong positives to this little neighborhood spot. Staying hopeful for next time!
Kid-friendliness: As far as I could see there was only one large table, so not a great option for big families, or groups with multiple kiddos.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stew, Sandwich
Gujjar Ihsan (Ahsan All)
Good
Dietary restrictions: Good boy and a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll
Katie A.
Get there early or late or expect a wait. We arrived around 11:30 and had a 30 min wait. Great coffee and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce Nourish
Decent but nothing to write home about.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Marilyn Gladstein
Food and portions are amazing! The atmosphere is cozy. Very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toast, Biscuit and Egg Sandwich w Home Fries, Dressed Home Fries
greg vergets
Excellent experience and a wealth of taste. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Abrams
Great food - best biscuits anywhere. Just beware, they get crowded, so cook time to order can get long. Bring a book if alone or plan on a nice long conversation if with others.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Egg Sandwich w Home Fries
Lex Mumford
Sam and Amanda are absolute legends at Both Ways cafe, especially during height of the busy, hectic brunch hours. Customer service is ten out of ten, and you can’t their original savory rolls! 100% would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Bachansingh
Accomodating & friendly service on a Sunday afternoon ☕️
I enjoyed my mocha latte and the beautiful orange flowers by the register ??
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ronny Rigotti
Both Ways Cafe is a uniquely charming spot that instantly catches your attention with its retro style and welcoming atmosphere. The cafe offers a truly special and almost magical dining experience that is enhanced by its tasteful decor and cozy ambiance. The food here is not only delicious but also beautifully presented, featuring thoughtful touches like slices of melon and baby watermelon that add a burst of freshness and color to the plates.
The overall quality of the meals and the creativity in their presentation make dining at Both Ways Cafe a memorable event. Every dish served here feels like it's been given extra care, which reflects the cafe's commitment to providing an exceptional culinary experience. This place definitely stands out as having a unique charm and an undeniable magic that's hard to find elsewhere. It’s a perfect spot for anyone looking to enjoy a tasty meal in a setting that transports you to another time.
Maybe we went at a bad time, but it was really loud and cramped and service took awhile. Also a ton of flies flying around and felt kind of dirty in there. Good hot mocha and biscuits though!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Kim Buckley
Sam, the owner, is a bad ass woman. She bakes all of her own cakes, biscuits, scones, treats, bread etc. from scratch, and it’s clear she is passionate about her food. I could taste it. We watched her knead her bread while we waited for our breakfast. So cool!This place is homey vibes with real, home cooked food made with love. It was nice to visit Seattle from the San Juan islands, where we’re used to good local food, and actually have some food that’s home cooked/baked with love, from scratch. Rare gem. Thanks Both Ways folks. Bless you.
Lisa Rice
Love this place!! The Dressed Home Fries are delicious, ask them to add a fried egg on top and its pure perfection! And Amanda the waitress is the sweetest :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dressed Home Fries
Chris Missler
Super cute spot located in a quiet neighborhood in south Seattle. The atmosphere was fun and inviting, and the staff were super fast and attentive. The food was delicious! Their homemade biscuits were the best! All around a great vibe, and I'll definitely be going back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Jaffe
Great local spot for breakfast or lunch. The staff is friendly and the food is always cooked to perfection. Just visited Seattle for 4 days and ate there for two of them if that tells you anything. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal and to be treated like family.
I really wanted to love this place, and I will probably come back when it's just me and another adult, but I don't recommend it if you've got tiny hungry humans.
Pros: The food was great! The atmosphere is fun inside. Everyone was friendly.
Cons: the small space inside meant they put 4 adults and 2 small kids at a 4 top, and it was incredibly cramped. It took almost an hour before our food came. Our server seemed like he was new, tried to squeeze behind a toddler carrying 3 bowls of hot soup (go around the other way where there is room?) and made a few mistakes on our order. We did not correct him because we were starving at that point. The latte was burnt.
Again, I want to try again under different circumstances, because there were some strong positives to this little neighborhood spot. Staying hopeful for next time!
Kid-friendliness: As far as I could see there was only one large table, so not a great option for big families, or groups with multiple kiddos.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stew, Sandwich
Good
Dietary restrictions: Good boy and a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll
Get there early or late or expect a wait. We arrived around 11:30 and had a 30 min wait. Great coffee and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Decent but nothing to write home about.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Food and portions are amazing! The atmosphere is cozy. Very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toast, Biscuit and Egg Sandwich w Home Fries, Dressed Home Fries
Excellent experience and a wealth of taste. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food - best biscuits anywhere. Just beware, they get crowded, so cook time to order can get long. Bring a book if alone or plan on a nice long conversation if with others.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Egg Sandwich w Home Fries
Sam and Amanda are absolute legends at Both Ways cafe, especially during height of the busy, hectic brunch hours. Customer service is ten out of ten, and you can’t their original savory rolls! 100% would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Accomodating & friendly service on a Sunday afternoon ☕️
I enjoyed my mocha latte and the beautiful orange flowers by the register ??
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Both Ways Cafe is a uniquely charming spot that instantly catches your attention with its retro style and welcoming atmosphere. The cafe offers a truly special and almost magical dining experience that is enhanced by its tasteful decor and cozy ambiance. The food here is not only delicious but also beautifully presented, featuring thoughtful touches like slices of melon and baby watermelon that add a burst of freshness and color to the plates.
The overall quality of the meals and the creativity in their presentation make dining at Both Ways Cafe a memorable event. Every dish served here feels like it's been given extra care, which reflects the cafe's commitment to providing an exceptional culinary experience. This place definitely stands out as having a unique charm and an undeniable magic that's hard to find elsewhere. It’s a perfect spot for anyone looking to enjoy a tasty meal in a setting that transports you to another time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Burrito
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Maybe we went at a bad time, but it was really loud and cramped and service took awhile. Also a ton of flies flying around and felt kind of dirty in there. Good hot mocha and biscuits though!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Sam, the owner, is a bad ass woman. She bakes all of her own cakes, biscuits, scones, treats, bread etc. from scratch, and it’s clear she is passionate about her food. I could taste it. We watched her knead her bread while we waited for our breakfast. So cool!This place is homey vibes with real, home cooked food made with love. It was nice to visit Seattle from the San Juan islands, where we’re used to good local food, and actually have some food that’s home cooked/baked with love, from scratch. Rare gem. Thanks Both Ways folks. Bless you.
Love this place!! The Dressed Home Fries are delicious, ask them to add a fried egg on top and its pure perfection! And Amanda the waitress is the sweetest :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dressed Home Fries
Super cute spot located in a quiet neighborhood in south Seattle. The atmosphere was fun and inviting, and the staff were super fast and attentive. The food was delicious! Their homemade biscuits were the best! All around a great vibe, and I'll definitely be going back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great local spot for breakfast or lunch. The staff is friendly and the food is always cooked to perfection. Just visited Seattle for 4 days and ate there for two of them if that tells you anything. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal and to be treated like family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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