The best cafes in Kent
20 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Giddy Sloth Cafe
CafesSpecializing in 100% Costa Rican arabica, Giddy Sloth Cafe roasts beans and leans into old-school brew methods for clean, sweet cups that…
Giddy Sloth Cafe
CafesGourmet Latte #4
CafesWhen you need a speedy pick-me-up without leaving the driver's seat, Gourmet Latte #4 pours quality espresso, frappes, and fruit smoothies…
Gourmet Latte #4
CafesDiva Espresso
CafesAt Diva Espresso, specialty espresso drinks and baked treats meet a comfortable, bustling vibe, all brewed with hand-crafted beans from…
Diva Espresso
CafesRealfine Coffee
CafesWhether you're rolling through West Seattle or posted up on Capitol Hill, Realfine Coffee keeps it local and uncompromising with carefully…
Realfine Coffee
CafesHappy Alley Coffee & More is the spot for Vietnamese phin coffee with silky cold foams, plus matcha riffs and legit mochas when you want…
BigFoot Java
CafesBorn in Washington and built for the drive-thru life, BigFoot Java turns your commute into a small victory with high-quality coffee made…
BigFoot Java
CafesLaid-back cafe and bar also selling beer and wine, plus a vegan-friendly menu and an airy patio for drinks and bites.
Analog Coffee
CafesAnalog Coffee keeps Capitol Hill caffeinated the old-school way with pour-over precision, cold brew on tap, and a rotating lineup from…
Analog Coffee
CafesMoonshot Coffee
CafesMoonshot Coffee is a friendly, space-themed White Center staple pouring thoughtful coffee and matcha alongside house-made and guest…
Moonshot Coffee
CafesA Muddy Cup Cafe' & Roastery roasts fair-trade, organic beans in-house using air roasting that keeps flavors bright, then pours them into…
Moore Coffee Shop
CafesFamily-owned and loungey without trying too hard, Moore Coffee Shop pairs silky espresso with the cutest foam critters and, yes, those…
Moore Coffee Shop
CafesMarket-based spot for artisanal coffee & baked goods in stylish wood-clad digs with fireplace.
Overcast Coffee
CafesOvercast Coffee keeps things Seattle legit with seasonal, ethically sourced beans and a community-first vibe. It shares space with a bike…
Overcast Coffee
CafesLula Coffee Co
CafesShake up your week at Lula Coffee Co, where specialty coffee and tea meet a full food menu that actually pairs with your cup, dessert…
Lula Coffee Co
CafesSlow Day Coffee
CafesWhether you need a reset between errands or a focused work break, Slow Day Coffee pours meticulous pour-overs with beans sourced from…
Slow Day Coffee
CafesDutch Bros Coffee
CafesFun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.
Dutch Bros Coffee
CafesCandor Coffee
CafesCandor Coffee leans into cozy with breakfast and lunch plus roasts like Morning Sun, Sweetheart, and Little Buddy (yep, an award winner).…
Candor Coffee
CafesWhether you just need a serotonin boost this week or you're low-key cat shopping, Seattle Meowtropolitan pairs espresso and pastries with a…
Citizen Collective
CafesCitizen Collective mixes a weekend-brunch café, a cozy cocktail lounge, and Campfire, an outdoor beverage garden with serious chill, so you…
Citizen Collective
CafesWhether you need a serotonin top-up or a quiet spot to sip something and unwind, NEKO Cat Cafe Seattle lets you lounge with adoptable…
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