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Queen Mary Tea Room
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Restaurants
2912 NE 55th St
Seattle,
Washington 98105
(206) 527-2770
As a former employee of Queen Marys I definitely agree that it is crowded and small. we would have...
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As a former employee of Queen Marys I definitely agree that it is crowded and small. we would have to "make room" on weekends when we would be overbooked. Reservations are nice ,but Mary will always find a space for the
"walk ins", even if she has to push a reservation back a half an hour. ALL the cakes are fabulous and the creme brulee is to die for. The scones are the best in town, but come early for those,Bev,Mary's mom only makes about 6 a day, and when there gone, there gone. The tea selection in one of the best, and the food is great.I love the soups, and still long for them.However everyone should go for the high tea, and remember to ask for a tiara
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Mr Spots Chai House
Category:
Beverage Stores
5463 Leary Ave NW
Seattle,
Washington 98107
(206) 297-2424
It's usually quiet in here when I come in for a beer and coffee with friends. Not sure why,...
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It's usually quiet in here when I come in for a beer and coffee with friends. Not sure why, although I hear it gets full for the live music at night. Coffee's good, so is the chai, and in my opinion, the beer selection here can't be rivaled by most bars in the area. Mr. Spot's has wine too, but I'm going to talk about the beer. They've got six, that's right SIX local beers on tap, and over 10 kinds in bottles. The baristas are always really nice too. And there's a reasonably priced (2.50 and up) menu if you need some sustenance. If you like to go out for beers and actually talk to the people you're with, you should check out Mr. Spot's.
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Tea House Kuan Yin
Category:
Beverage Stores
1911 N 45th St
Seattle,
Washington 98103
(206) 632-2055
I just went here with a friend on Tuesday night. It was excellent! We shared a pot of...
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I just went here with a friend on Tuesday night. It was excellent! We shared a pot of "World Peace" (herbal tea) and I'm craving a cup right now (hence why decide to write this post now). I can't wait to get back and try some of their other teas. I thought it was clever that they provide a timer so you can make sure the tea seeps for the appropriate amount of time.
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Caffe Ladro
Category:
Beverage Stores
600 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle,
Washington 98109
(206) 282-1549
Here ye, here ye:
It may just be because the sun is out and I've had two iced lattes in the...
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Here ye, here ye:
It may just be because the sun is out and I've had two iced lattes in the last hour and a half - but Cafe Ladro is a FANTASTIC coffee shop.
I know. Seattle has 3 friendly neighborhood coffee shops per square foot. But this might be one of my faves. Their staff is uber friendly in a non invasive way, but more importantly the coffee is delicious. This location is at the heart of Lower Queen Anne so the crowd is eclectic. Prices are average, wifi is free, but again...their coffee tastes really, really good.
I think I'm going to go get one more latte, let my enthusiasm go completely overboard, and call it a day.
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Yunnie Bubble Tea
Category:
Beverage Stores
4511 University Way NE
Seattle,
Washington 98105
(206) 547-9648
Yunnie is the best bubYunnie is the best bubble tea cafe on the Ave. An impressive a-la-carte...
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Yunnie is the best bubYunnie is the best bubble tea cafe on the Ave. An impressive a-la-carte style menu allows you to craft your own, personal, bubble tea concoction. First of all, pick the style of beverage: milk tea, slushy, milk shake, or hot tea. Then, select your favorite among a wide variety of flavors, which can be enjoyed individually or combined with other flavors. Finally, add boba (the plump, delicious, tapioca “bubbles”). Grab a colorful straw, and enjoy! ble tea cafe on the Ave.
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El Diablo Coffee Co.
Category:
Bakeries
1811 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle,
Washington 98109
(206) 285-0693
Up until two months ago, I lived in apartments next door to El Diablo on Queen Anne, and I would...
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Up until two months ago, I lived in apartments next door to El Diablo on Queen Anne, and I would go there every morning to buy coffee on my way to work. The staff were polite and friendly, and seemed to know every customer who came in the door. It felt as if I had a special relationship with the staff. For example, I ordered a Mexican mocha on a regular basis, the chocolate/coffee/cinammon/spice beverage. In time, they figured out that I was in it for the kick, and offered me a cayenne mocha. It wasn't on the menu (they will give it to you if you ask) --- it tastes like a chocolate covered red hot. It was nice that they would think about what I would specifically like, and touches like that made me feel welcome.
El Diablo wasn't only a place to get that morning caffeine fix. If guests were visiting, I would take them over to brag about my neighborhood. The other reviews detail the heaven/hell combination, but my favorite part to show off was the cakes and tartes. El Diablo contracts through a number of bakers, and are quite discriminating over what they pick. I've seen interesting combinations, including a mojito lime tarte that was delicious. We'd get our orders and sit down on the comfortable couches and chat, and felt no pressure to leave.
In the evening, local musicians would perform, and the crowd seemed to enjoy the place. The coffeeshop serves meets multiple needs -- it is a community hangout. You don't just go there for the coffee (but if you did, I wouldn't fault you). You go there for the atmosphere.
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We go there to buy wine and get educated. The selection is terrific, particularly of Washington...
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We go there to buy wine and get educated. The selection is terrific, particularly of Washington wines, and the service is excellent. They really know their stuff and are happy to talk you through the difficult decisions of what to buy for what occasions, meals, etc.
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There doesn't seem to be any recent reviews so I thought I'd throw my hat in.
This is a great...
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There doesn't seem to be any recent reviews so I thought I'd throw my hat in.
This is a great place, the staff is super friendly and helpful. They specialize in affordable wine that you can drink everyday, not the stuffy old man, don't touch that bottle for 50yrs kinda wine.
They have free wine tastings every Thursday and always bring something new and tasty. I recommend you check them out and ask for a favorite pick.
Google the name for their website.
Pros: Service, staff picks, website, free tastings
Cons: Parking
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Espresso Splendido
Category:
Beverage Stores
2946 Eastlake Ave E Apt D
Seattle,
Washington 98102
(206) 325-8299
Since I began walking to work recently, I discovered Espresso Splendido and stopped in for a...
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Since I began walking to work recently, I discovered Espresso Splendido and stopped in for a latte. Chris, the owner and barista is fantastic. I remember while getting my first cup, I was completely mesmerized watching him work - a true expert - cleaning, pouring, tamping, steaming all at once, no wasted energy whatsoever. Very impressive to watch and the resulting cup of coffee was spectacular as well. If you're in the area, stop by, say hello and get your morning fix.
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I highly reccomend the skillfull pallette of the staff here. They have never failed to help me...
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I highly reccomend the skillfull pallette of the staff here. They have never failed to help me pick out the perfect wine for my dinner parties. They have limited runs of limited wines...you won't find any cheap Australians here. If you are looking for that special item to set of your dinner, then this is the place to go. Don't miss thier wonderful tastings.
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