1. Volunteer Park Cafe
8.9
1501 17th Ave E (at E Galer St.), Seattle, WA
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 70 tips and reviews
Yiling Wong: Warm hazelnut crusted chèvre salad with pears is delicious, and light!
Amy Lakhani: Dreamy, rustic ambiance & delectable brunch every time. The central communal table brings an intimate neighborhood party feel, and the freshest of fresh ingredients make me thankful this place exists.
Thinking about holiday gifts? Check out Mercantile Bag, a selection of their oh-my-gawd house-made goodies!
5. Terra Plata
8.5
1501 Melrose Ave (at Minor Ave), Seattle, WA
New American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 86 tips and reviews
Thrillist: The menu's divided into three main categories: Earth (Cappelletti w/ sage, hazelnuts & reggiano, Pumpkin Soup w/ pecorino), Sea (chorizo/smoked cheese Baked Oysters), and Land. Read more.
Liz D: Pine nut caramel tart was to die for. Brussels sprouts, heirloom carrots, sole, and pork belly also great. And don't forget drinks.
Eater: In chef Tamara Murphy's words: "We’re not Spanish. We’re not Italian. It’s about what’s fresh and what we feel like cooking that day. The menu will always be changing." [Eater 38 Member]
11. Caffé Vita
8.0
1005 E Pike St, Seattle, WA
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 68 tips and reviews
Leah Li: Huge, delicious selection of coffees, they also have their own roasting plant in the back!
jason Gingold: quiter, brighter, and better views upstairs.
Daniel: Enjoy a vanilla latte and people watch.
Will Scholl: St John's burger (add bacon), the Swiss/shroom burger, and the fries are all crazy good. Server was super fun and friendly.
Thrillist: We'll plan your evening for you. First, order the rum/lime/honey/bubbly "Air Mail." Then absorb it with their their signature Pan-Seared Trout w/ a parsnip puree & spigarello. Read more.
S. Zorn: The food is always excellent. Depending on the change in the menu the pureed cauliflower and skirt steak is a recurring favorite. Chill atmosphere and one of my more favorite stops for a cocktail.