Best Specialty Cafes in Seattle for Cold Brew

Capitol Hill

Legendary espresso temple founded by David Schomer, roasting Northern Italian-style since 1992

Roosevelt

Roosevelt neighborhood staple with quality beans and creative seasonal drinks in an airy industrial space

Downtown Seattle

Local roaster chain serving their own ethically sourced beans with full-bodied espresso and quick service

Fremont

Local roaster chain brewing ethically sourced beans across 16 Seattle locations with house-roasted coffee

South Lake Union

Northern Italian espresso philosophy meets direct-trade beans with pour over service and intentional craft

North Admiral

Community-focused North Admiral spot serving Cafe Vita coffee with ample seating for working and socializing

South Lake Union

Scandinavian-inspired cafe with exclusive coffee line from Hagen Coffee Roasters and European brunch

South Lake Union

Seattle roaster chain serving their own ethically sourced beans in a corporate lobby setting

Downtown Seattle

Seattle roaster serving anaerobic natural Ethiopia Guji and their flagship Leviathan espresso blend

Rainier Valley

Direct-trade roastery partnering with farmers for equitable sourcing and specialty-grade single origins

Roosevelt

Local roaster chain serving ethically sourced beans with full café offerings across 16 Seattle locations

Capitol Hill

Locally-owned Capitol Hill staple with consistent espresso execution and a community-focused approach to coffee

Wallingford

Seattle roaster crafting award-winning espresso blends & single origins in a spacious Wallingford cafe since 1996

Pioneer Square

Seattle roaster's showcase in iconic Smith Tower with espresso bar and expansive seating in Pioneer Square

Capitol Hill

Independent roaster since 1995 with onsite roasting, monthly cuppings, and espresso & latte art training classes

Minor

African-roasted specialty coffee with Ethiopian ceremony, direct trade sourcing, and vibrant East African origins

Pioneer Square

Southern Italian roasting tradition since 1985, wood-fired heritage meets espresso served with sparkling water

Greater Duwamish

Vietnamese specialty coffee featuring fine Robusta, phở spice lattes, and bánh mì in Georgetown

South Lake Union

Seattle-based local chain roasting sustainable, ethically sourced beans in the Astra Hotel

West Seattle

Local roaster chain serving their own sustainably sourced beans across 16 Seattle-area locations

Capitol Hill

Minority-owned Capitol Hill shop championing accessible specialty coffee with globally-sourced, ethically-traded beans

University District

U-District specialty coffee spot where Coffee Lead Kegan champions single origin exploration and seed-to-cup excellence

Capitol Hill

Nautical-themed neighborhood spot with a curated pour-over menu and cold brew on tap

West Queen Anne

Local Seattle roaster chain serving ethically sourced coffee with house-roasted beans across 16 locations

Capitol Hill

Seattle roaster since 2000 serving house-roasted single origins with complimentary hand-drip tastings on Fridays

South Lake Union

Seattle roaster's South Lake Union outpost with hand-brewed single origins and house-roasted espresso

Junction

Whimsical Junction cafe pouring specialty coffee with creative flair and full food menu pairings

Downtown Seattle

Seattle roaster serving award-winning natural Ethiopia Guji espresso blend and high-intervention anaerobic coffees

North Beach/Blue Ridge

Family-owned neighborhood cafe partnering with True North Coffee Roasters for thoughtfully sourced beans

Phinney Ridge

PNW institution roasting on-site with masterful espresso and straightforward specialty coffee focus

Downtown Seattle

Downtown specialty spot featuring seasonal lattes, nitro cold brew, and house-made empanadas near the convention center

University District

Wife-and-husband micro-roastery and cafe curating and roasting high-quality beans from origin in University District

Pioneer Square

Copenhagen-inspired cafe in Pioneer Square serving espresso with Italian-style counter service

Mount Baker

In-house roaster with 30+ years experience crafting intentional, balanced single-origin coffees

Downtown Seattle

Zola Roasters espresso tucked inside Madison Centre with creative drink options and early morning service

Capitol Hill

Adaptogenic mushroom-infused coffee with obsessively sourced beans and functional wellness focus

West Seattle

Curated roaster rotation featuring Heart Coffee plus monthly domestic and international guest roasters

Downtown Seattle

Unapologetically curated specialty bar featuring rotating roasters from around the world with walk-up service

Downtown Seattle

House-roasted blends including Storyville Sunrise espresso in a refined hideaway above Pike Place Market

Downtown Seattle

Seattle roaster since 2000 with espresso bar and slow bar for comparing single-origin pour overs

Adams

Seattle roaster serving premium single-origin beans sourced from small family farms worldwide since 2000

Industrial District

25+ years roasting three distinct collections: Silver Cup, Urban City, and Fulcrum Origin with direct farm relationships

South Lake Union

Seattle roaster crafting direct-trade single origins from family farms since 2000

Downtown Seattle

Seattle roaster serving their own single-origin beans since 2000, sourced direct from small family farms worldwide

Greater Duwamish

Seattle roaster serving house-roasted single-origin and direct trade beans since 2000

Rainier Valley

In-house roaster with house-made cashew milk, Nutella waffles, and a vinyl record shop spanning three stories

Downtown Seattle

25+ years roasting experience with three distinct collections and single-origin pour overs in a modern downtown space

Greenwood

Brewing Highlands Coffee Co. beans since 1992, a long-standing Greenwood neighborhood fixture with house-roasted espresso

Downtown Seattle

Local roaster with 16 Seattle locations serving ethically sourced, house-roasted beans in a convenient downtown spot

Central District

Portland-based cafe pouring espresso and brewed coffee with rotation of single-origin offerings and wine selection

Minor

Seattle roaster's sun-drenched Minor cafe serving their responsibly sourced beans with knowledgeable barista craft

Fremont

Multi-roaster showcase featuring V60 & AeroPress brewing alongside espresso in Fremont's rustic-chic space

Lower Queen Anne

Local roaster chain serving their own ethically sourced beans across 16 Seattle-area locations

Capitol Hill

Seattle micro-roaster serving ethically sourced, South American-forward espresso across 16 local cafés

Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill anchor roasting single-origin beans from small family farms since 2000

Maple Leaf

Independent small-batch roaster sourcing rare single origins through direct farm partnerships

Highline

White Center neighborhood roaster serving house-roasted beans developed by the local community

Ravenna

Seattle roaster crafting award-winning espresso blends for over two decades with in-house roasting