Ballard Coffee Works

The green tea is really good but the cappuccino did not taste good. It was sour. Bad milk? Problem with the coffee or the machine? Don't know. Maybe they had a bad day. I'm from out of town so the opinion of a regular should carry more weight. Also, tell them your order is "for here" to avoid getting a paper cup. Twice they didn't ask "for here or to go".

Cool spot and a friendly staff. A good sense of community and an overall good neighborhood coffee shop.

I came here on a winter Tuesday afternoon. I ordered a latte ($7) which is not as sweet as most people would like it, but creamer and sugar made it work. Good beans itself none the less.

I do have to say the music also made me want to throw my computer on the floor. A lot of punk/rock genre, intense e-guitar solos plus the caffeine made me and my friends very uncomfortable. If you are looking for a quite work space at this time of the day, would not recommend it.

This place is my fave! The baristas are nice and have good taste in music. Coffee is always on point and you gotta try the squash bread, it's so yum. Also, the table spaces are a perfect for studying

I liked the chill vibe of the cafe and customer service. But the hot mocha coffee I ordered was almost cold.

I thought this place was decent.Trying to be a bit upscale. I prefer a little more laid back atmosphere. This place was a little too bustling and crowded. The quality of the coffee was good.

I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the obnoxious payment tablet with a default 20% tip on all purchases. Historically tips were reserved for those providing sit down table service, or someone hustling who didn't make minimum wage. When did ordering a takeaway item from a counter require a 20% tip? Let's be honest, no one enjoys when a clerk flips the tablet around, hovering over the device waiting for their tip. Obviously this has become a larger social issue.

Great coffee and nice atmosphere. Can be tough to always find space inside so be prepared to go with the flow, but kind service and great drinks! Also nice to take home a bag of beans, and the mug selection is very cool as well.

Coffee is ok. But what is it with the $1.5 OAT MILK in a 6oz cappuccino cup! This is not an honest establishment. You cannot charge $1.5 for oat milk. Max should be $1. It is not 5 years ago when Oat Milk first came out. Stop acting like you are not aware of this. $8 for a 6oz oat latte does not make sense!

Quintessential Seattle coffee with strong coffee and indie rock music in the background. We went around 4:30 PM on a Saturday and it was quite full. Lots of people on their laptops, a few socializing - creating a more studios, work-oriented atmosphere. The Cappuccino was decent, much less milk than other local shops, but it was still ok. With several options close-by, I wouldn't rank this the top choice, but it's a good choice overall.

Let down for the last time.
I stop in somewhat regularly when at the Sunday Farmers Market and are familiar with their coffee.
I ordered a shot in the dark and was met with confusion, so I ended up ordering a 16oz americano instead. When they gave me the drink it looked like weak tea. I then asked how many shots are in the americano and they said two. No way that is possible as my drink literally looked and tasted like tea. Brought the drink back to the counter and told the staff that this didn’t seem right and handed the drink back to them. I showed them the drink of which they didn’t say anything or ask if they could do anything, but the look on her face showed that the drink was not how it should be. Close to $10 later (after being charged for both drinks even though I let them know the americano wasn’t correct) I was left with a less than stellar customer service experience, as well as subpar coffee. Can’t say I will go back or promote their shop as they seem to be more concerned with looking cool and less about the service and execution of their drinks.