Ballard Coffee Works

Delicious beer on tap and great coffee drinks to be had here. Great service and big cafe with plenty of work space. Although I didn't eat, their pastry case looked quite good.

One of my favorite coffee shops in Seattle. The chai latte is by far my favorite, and the staff is always sweet and accommodating. I've also had a business meeting here and a room is available to be reserved. I have made frequent trips here since discovering this gem. Parking can be a challenge, but I can usually find something if I circle the block once.

I can't really speak to the quality of the actual coffee at Ballard Coffee Works because my mother and I just stopped in to drink some beer/cider while we waited for our movie a few doors down, but I still enjoyed my visit here. The outdoor seating that faces the street is absolutely perfect for people-watching, and the benches are fairly comfortable. The prices were a bit steep for the alcohol and the bag of Ethiopian coffee we bought, but a sign explains that the baristas are paid better than usual so that tipping isn't necessary and to make sure the coffee farmers get a fair wage. In spite of not needing tips, the baristas were just as friendly and helpful as any other baristas. I'm sure I'll be back sometime and will actually get coffee. I did notice they offer a number of uncommon preparations, like aeropress and Chemex, so I look forward to an excellent cup.

I wish I came here in college more often as it's a much better vibe than your typical Starbucks and a much friendlier, calming environment if you need to study. I loved the decor and the presentation of all things coffee. Got a latte and enjoyed lounging on the couch while sipping on it. I do wish the place was bigger though.

I must confess I am a coffee snob. Yes I may be in Seattle but that doesn't mean Starbucks is the place to go. I really liked the cold brew and the latte I had. It reminds me of similar when I prepare it for myself. I like the fact they sell green beans if you are into roasting your own coffee. I would recommend a visit if you can.

I stopped here to escape the heat and grab a quick cup before heading on my way. I wasn't overly impressed with this place. It smelled awful, it was hot, the place wasn't the cleanest, and I think that impacted my opinion of the coffee itself. The place was packed though, so I'm hoping I llwas just there on a rough day. When I travel, coffee is my thing, and I would say this was probably my least favorite place I visited, sadly.

Great coffee, food, and service. One of the best places around to camp out with a laptop and drink coffee/have a snack. The quiche is wonderful; try it.

Seating is hard to find during some parts of the day...but what can you expect, it’s just that nice in here.

Great 3rd wave coffee. You can have it just about any way you like: espresso, pour over, chemex, drip, etc. I've been here countless times, and I"m always a bit dissatisfied with the interior. The space is laid out funny and the seating is often too high or too low for the tables.

I've been there several times before and always liked it. The coffee is great and the staff is friendly. I just got a quick iced Americano while waiting for friends. I'd recommend Ballard Coffee Works to all coffee lovers.

The coffee here is really very good. I think many others are aware of this because I can never find a seat when I go there, and then I have to go to Starbucks across the street.

Other than seating, my only complaint is the guy at the register being really pushy about paying cash. I will pay in the manner that is suits me.

Note to owner: society is going paperless. It might be a good time to evaluate you business model to help cover the of the fees associated with doing business.