Update your hours, says you’re open until 11 but you’re not even open until 8pm.
Katherine Brown
Neighborhood gem with a knowledgeable bartender, the best BLT around, and spectacular Gorgonzola fries.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jason Turk
The White Bean Chicken Chili is very tasty! It'd be better with a bit more shredded chicken in it, but the flavor is great. Tis also PSL season, and the flavor of the coffee and pumpkin spice was...not disappointing! Wish the bench seats had some padding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
William S
Honestly, this cafe was great. The vibe was awesome—perfect table spacing and the decor was gorgeous. The clam chowder and breakfast dishes were amazing; seriously good comfort food! The only annoying bit was our server. We arrived at noon and stayed until about 1:30 PM on a Friday, which felt like a normal amount of time for lunch, but they seemed really keen to get rid of us towards the end. It was a shame, because the food and atmosphere were spot-on
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vance Ovitt
The Magnolia downtown hub on W McGraw St is filled with quaint local businesses offering a variety of dining options, and Serendipity Cafe doesn't fall short in lending its share of charm to the scene. Incredibly personable staff with the type of cafe fare that perfectly hits the spot on a morning or afternoon stroll. Prices were reasonable, but to be transparent, that's given the context of location and the expectations I have going to a locally owned place, so while I am eager to reassure that the prices are appropriate and worth what you get, it's probably only a few-times-a-month option for my budget. I was able to get a patio seat during some great weather, and it was a very relaxing experience dining with a family member. I called ahead to confirm they were comfortable with accommodating my dog in their patio space, and not only did they welcome my little pal, they eagerly gave him some attention and treats that he was thrilled to receive. When there was a small accident with his leash getting caught on the table and spilling some water, something I was prepared to apologize for as the one imposing on them to abide my furry companion, they promptly helped with the spilled water without missing a beat, and made me feel less embarrassed by saying sorry and suggesting accountability for getting him too excited before I could adjust his leash. I would never imply fault on anybody but myself when I take my dog to public spaces, as that is the burden of responsibility I acknowledge is part of the social contract when bringing an animal places; however, it was a heartening display of hospitality that definitely made a good impression. This is the type of establishment that enriches our community, so whether you are going for a stroll on a beautiful day, or need somewhere to warm your belly and soul on a rainy day, please stop by and given them your business!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beth
Excellent place to stop for lunch after hiking at Discovery Park. We had the Serendipity Salad, the salad + soup combo, a vegetarian burrito, and a gluten free tuna melt. Everything was delicious. We especially liked how everything was well seasoned, even the tuna melt had some paprika and other spices on it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
GILBERTO MORENO BLANCHET
5 stars in everything. I loved the potatoes. My son definitely got entertained with the play area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sydney Toole
Delicious! Classic homey breakfast. The person working was funny and kind. They have morning star sausage :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Kim
Located in an affluent satellite suburb northwest of downtown Seattle, Serendipity Cafe, advertised as a family friendly restaurant seemed more like a bar with poor lighting. Maybe there are two separate sections and I missed the main dining area, because I was seated in a booth by the bar. It was mid afternoon when most restaurants can be slow but the place was empty. Decided to stop in anyway for a burger, fries & salad. Bartender was friendly; service was fine; food was good but definitely overpriced at $33 including tax/tip. Limited street parking; cute neighborhood; walkable; families hanging out but also some homeless transients roaming around the corner. Overall OK but would not recommend & would seek better value elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Luke Green
Best Club Sandwich I've EVER had! Glad to have this spot on my radar now, will definitely be coming back.
The guy working the register/ barista was low key rude and not helpful I saw him roll his eyes twice at me, the matcha was subpar absolutely no matcha taste just tasted like sweetened milk with a hint of matcha. The bathrooms were gross too. I wouldn’t come here at all. Glad I got my refund at least.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
David E
Great cafe/bar in Magnolia. Irish coffee🤌🏻with eggs on toast - perfect balance to breakfast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
GRANT CABLE
Stopped in for a quick early lunch. They were serving their lunch menu at 11:30 which was great! Enjoyed a French dip with fries. Some of the best fries I’ve ever had. Service was great I was alone and sat at the bar. Great atmosphere. I’ll be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa-Marie Moon
I rarely order a hamburger, but if you're going to order it from here. The only reason why I gave 4 stars on the atmosphere is incredibly loud. Okay, acoustics and the bathrooms do not go in there.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Monica Mendez
It's a nice neighborhood eatery. The food is generally good, the people are very friendly. The biggest problem is noise control. The space is open with lots of windows and hard benches - which is esthetically lovely, but makes for a crescendo of noise with only a few patrons and impossible to ensure when moderately busy. Adding some sound attenuation would go a long way to making this space a great place to stay a while and order more drinks and food.
Update your hours, says you’re open until 11 but you’re not even open until 8pm.
Neighborhood gem with a knowledgeable bartender, the best BLT around, and spectacular Gorgonzola fries.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
The White Bean Chicken Chili is very tasty! It'd be better with a bit more shredded chicken in it, but the flavor is great. Tis also PSL season, and the flavor of the coffee and pumpkin spice was...not disappointing! Wish the bench seats had some padding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Honestly, this cafe was great. The vibe was awesome—perfect table spacing and the decor was gorgeous. The clam chowder and breakfast dishes were amazing; seriously good comfort food! The only annoying bit was our server. We arrived at noon and stayed until about 1:30 PM on a Friday, which felt like a normal amount of time for lunch, but they seemed really keen to get rid of us towards the end. It was a shame, because the food and atmosphere were spot-on
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Magnolia downtown hub on W McGraw St is filled with quaint local businesses offering a variety of dining options, and Serendipity Cafe doesn't fall short in lending its share of charm to the scene. Incredibly personable staff with the type of cafe fare that perfectly hits the spot on a morning or afternoon stroll. Prices were reasonable, but to be transparent, that's given the context of location and the expectations I have going to a locally owned place, so while I am eager to reassure that the prices are appropriate and worth what you get, it's probably only a few-times-a-month option for my budget. I was able to get a patio seat during some great weather, and it was a very relaxing experience dining with a family member. I called ahead to confirm they were comfortable with accommodating my dog in their patio space, and not only did they welcome my little pal, they eagerly gave him some attention and treats that he was thrilled to receive. When there was a small accident with his leash getting caught on the table and spilling some water, something I was prepared to apologize for as the one imposing on them to abide my furry companion, they promptly helped with the spilled water without missing a beat, and made me feel less embarrassed by saying sorry and suggesting accountability for getting him too excited before I could adjust his leash. I would never imply fault on anybody but myself when I take my dog to public spaces, as that is the burden of responsibility I acknowledge is part of the social contract when bringing an animal places; however, it was a heartening display of hospitality that definitely made a good impression. This is the type of establishment that enriches our community, so whether you are going for a stroll on a beautiful day, or need somewhere to warm your belly and soul on a rainy day, please stop by and given them your business!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent place to stop for lunch after hiking at Discovery Park. We had the Serendipity Salad, the salad + soup combo, a vegetarian burrito, and a gluten free tuna melt. Everything was delicious. We especially liked how everything was well seasoned, even the tuna melt had some paprika and other spices on it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
5 stars in everything. I loved the potatoes. My son definitely got entertained with the play area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious! Classic homey breakfast. The person working was funny and kind. They have morning star sausage :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Located in an affluent satellite suburb northwest of downtown Seattle, Serendipity Cafe, advertised as a family friendly restaurant seemed more like a bar with poor lighting. Maybe there are two separate sections and I missed the main dining area, because I was seated in a booth by the bar. It was mid afternoon when most restaurants can be slow but the place was empty. Decided to stop in anyway for a burger, fries & salad. Bartender was friendly; service was fine; food was good but definitely overpriced at $33 including tax/tip. Limited street parking; cute neighborhood; walkable; families hanging out but also some homeless transients roaming around the corner. Overall OK but would not recommend & would seek better value elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Best Club Sandwich I've EVER had! Glad to have this spot on my radar now, will definitely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The guy working the register/ barista was low key rude and not helpful I saw him roll his eyes twice at me, the matcha was subpar absolutely no matcha taste just tasted like sweetened milk with a hint of matcha. The bathrooms were gross too. I wouldn’t come here at all. Glad I got my refund at least.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great cafe/bar in Magnolia. Irish coffee🤌🏻with eggs on toast - perfect balance to breakfast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in for a quick early lunch. They were serving their lunch menu at 11:30 which was great! Enjoyed a French dip with fries. Some of the best fries I’ve ever had. Service was great I was alone and sat at the bar. Great atmosphere. I’ll be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I rarely order a hamburger, but if you're going to order it from here.
The only reason why I gave 4 stars on the atmosphere is incredibly loud. Okay, acoustics and the bathrooms do not go in there.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's a nice neighborhood eatery. The food is generally good, the people are very friendly. The biggest problem is noise control. The space is open with lots of windows and hard benches - which is esthetically lovely, but makes for a crescendo of noise with only a few patrons and impossible to ensure when moderately busy. Adding some sound attenuation would go a long way to making this space a great place to stay a while and order more drinks and food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 5
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