The Emerald city of Seattle, Washington, has a reputation for a love of the coffee / espresso bean. It is not just a myth. You can barely do a karate kick in any direction without hitting a coffee stand or coffee shop. However, if I had to name a “latte landmark” in the downtown Seattle area, it would be none other than Cherry Street Coffee House.
The Emerald city of Seattle, Washington, has a reputation for a love of the coffee / espresso bean. It is not just a myth. You can barely do a karate kick in any direction without hitting a coffee stand or coffee shop. However, if I had to name a “latte landmark” in the downtown Seattle area, it would be none other than Cherry Street Coffee.
Cherry Street Coffee House went into business in 1997 with a shop located at 1st & Cherry, smack in the middle of historic Pioneer Square in downtown Seattle. The warm, cozy atmosphere, the unique menu and the glorious are ideal for this area. Since that time, it has expanded to five different locations, all in the downtown Seattle area. The original spot holds a special place in my heart.
As a connoisseur of espresso, I had the opportunity to visit the original Cherry Street Coffee House location at least twice a week. In addition to the ambiance, what sets it apart from other spots, for me, are the beans. The espresso is a blend of coffees from both South and Central America, and also a bit from Papua New Guinea. There are notes of dark cocoa and Brazil nuts in the espresso beans. They have a stout body with a touch of sweetness. They are truly unique and no other coffee beans stand up to them, in my opinion. There are no other coffee beans that stand up to them, in my opinion.
Cherry Street Coffee House also has delicious breakfast and lunch menu. It has a Greek flavor to it, including vegan options. If you are visiting in the morning, take note of the delicious and fresh breakfast pastries. There are vegan options for those as well.
If you are in the Seattle area, or just visiting, take a swing by Cherry Street Coffee. After grabbing your delicious latte, head on down to the Elliott Bay Bookstore or explore the waterfront.