Cafe on the Ave

4201 University Way NE, Seattle
(206) 632-6001

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Nick

One of the best places on the University Ave if you're looking for late night food or Coffee. Everything is priced right and quantities are wholesome!
Must try their Basil Pesto and Cherry Blossom Latté!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eat Drink Travel Repeat

It’s over $20 for a burger and fries meal, and sometimes it’s good, sometimes not, depending on who’s working. I dropped $25 for a burger meal in January 2026 and it tasted pre-made. Also for the amount of money I am spending here, it’s not cool to block my WIFi access to school websites.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Lena

Very disappointing. I specifically asked for no extra sugar, and the staff said the powder itself already contains sugar, which I accepted. But the iced green tea latte still had a thick layer of actual white sugar settled at the bottom of the cup. I’ve ordered reduced sugar green tea latte here before and never had this issue, so this did not seem normal at all.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

Brenda

I like this place, but it’s pricey. Today when I came in they charged me a $1 tip when I clicked no tip. So it was 8.50.

John Dixon

Had a fun visit here! The atmosphere is great—lively, welcoming, and definitely feels like a spot where friends can gather. Heads up, the music can get a little loud at times, but that actually adds to the buzz of the place. It seemed like everyone was enjoying themselves, from small groups to bigger parties. The vibe makes it clear this is a great spot for a casual night out or catching up with friends. Even with the background noise, it’s easy to have a good time, and the energy in the space just makes everything feel more festive. Totally a place I’d go back to if I’m looking for a fun, social environment with good vibes and a lot of energy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Far

Good food, large portions & good atmosphere ♥️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mo Abdou

Very nice cafe to work and read at. Expect some noise in the evening. Come with headphones if you are going to read. Otherwise, it's a nice place to have a meeting at. They close late which is a plus.

Food: 5

Service: 4

Caroline Shynshyn

I have been here once but I got the Ube Husky latte hot and ITS SO GOOD! I will come back to try more things! The workers were super friendly and nice!
They have an anti- trump and abolish ice sticker so I WILL 100% supporting this business( especially over Starbucks)!
SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Abhi

One of the best matcha latte's I've had!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melissa Williams

The food was great. The service, not so much. I witnessed a worker being extremely rude to a customer who wanted to check on an order, then watched him loudly complain about it to someone else behind the counter. So incredibly unprofessional. He then proceeded to try and make smart remarks at me when I was trying to ask a question about the menu. Honestly a terrible look for the business. The food was lovely, but I would not come back until they get their workers under control. I was very disappointed and shaken up.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

John

the beans here are great quality, the americanos always taste great! also very spacious and the service is speedy even when they're husyt

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sheila Whitaker “Blessing the Lord” Mike

Breakfast is great and usually the customers quiet and often professional. One lunch was very good. Dinner was awful and the fried chicken almost burnt. Dinner group was busy and study hall atmosphere but almost all from the nearby university.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Cukoo

The tall white nice guy is sooo nice, friendly and handsome!! Would come again just to see him again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alan Reyes

Italian sodas are really good

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Agastya Mongia

Ordered food and waited 35 minutes before finding out they never put the order in. Had to wait another 20 minutes. Really disappointing experience.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

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