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Preserve and Gather
358 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA 98117, United States
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Review №1

Great coffee and ok service. Not open to dine in yet but you can check out all their pastries through the big window. There are some tables and chairs on the side in a small patio.Opens at 8am which seems a bit late for a coffee shop. The other thing that bugs me is that they have a default tipping policy so a $3.25 latte actually comes at $4.23 after tax and tip, which is totally cool but Id definitely prefer if they simply list the price at $4.25 so people dont get surprised.

No
Review №2

Got the pickled egg salad Sammie, which was a new one for me. Prepared fresh and fast. And it was absolutely wonderful. Paired with a great tasting coffee, it was a good filling lunch for less than I would have spent at a fast food place.

Ki
Review №3

Tasty, fast, quality. Theyve got a solid system with a window display and walk-up ordering in 2021. Those biscuits!!!

Te
Review №4

Great coffee, tea, pastries and sandwiches. High quality ingredients. The staff is amazing. Love that they have a doggy water bowl too. Thanks you guys!

Co
Review №5

This is the best place to go if youre looking for a good coffee and a flawless service. There were very comfortable chairs and couches. The toilet is also well-designed and well maintained. Its all great for this coffee shop. Together with my friends and family and loved ones I really enjoy going back here. Thank you very much! Thank you very much!

S
Review №6

I LOVE THIS PLACE. Theyre baked goods are phenomenal, the staff is super friendly, and i always top my coffee w a house made mallow! If you go in the afternoon, you might get distracted ordering bc theyre baking for the next day. Get there early for the goods!

Sh
Review №7

I found this place highlighted in a blog recommending coffee shops in Seattle and finally found myself nearby so decided to stop in for a try. Honestly, I was not disappointed in anything other than the lack of seating. Which, let’s be honest, is a good sign since so many others like the place! And that’s the only reason for giving four stars.We ordered a mocha & a latte w/cardamom and two ham & jam biscuits. The coffees were delicious, but the biscuits stole the show! A perfectly crispy outside & deliciously soft inside filled with sliced ham, cheese & apple butter. The menu had a lot of great options and the pastries looked great on display. If we lived closer, we would definitely visit frequently.If you are local & can walk here- perfect! Lucky you! But if you are driving in, keep in mind that you’ll need to find parking in the adjacent neighborhood. The streets are tight and as a courtesy, do not block driveways, walkways or mailboxes for the neighbors.

Kr
Review №8

The best local cafe. Even when its not local, I always want to go out of my way to come here and enjoy good coffee and food.

Er
Review №9

I LOVE it here and this review is long overdue. Super friendly staff, excellent coffee, and I havent tried any of their baked goods or other foods that I didnt like. Personal highlights include the house made syrups (cardamom ftw), the pear ginger scone, and the pickled egg salad. The employee-made art (cards, stickers, etc.) is also great!

Ol
Review №10

I first tried preserve and gather for the coffee, which is great! I keep coming back for the peanut butter cookies, they are so good. (Just like the rest of the menu, try it all!)

An
Review №11

Had a really great cortado and gluten free peanut butter cookie. The cookie was so moist and delicious, made without any flour at all. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff, but cold metal chairs, not too comfortable. Street parking in a busy neighborhood which can be tricky at times. Will be back to taste more baked goods!

Er
Review №12

Awesome pastries. Covid safe. Great vibe. Happy to be neighbors.

qu
Review №13

The cordato was great as was everything else! nice people working there as well.

An
Review №14

I love this place so much. They have such a great variety of pastries that are always top notch. The coffee is great too! My favorite is the 5 spice caramel latte in the Fall season, but the regular cappuccino is my go-to year round.

Mi
Review №15

Over-priced, tasteless water-coffee with a mandatory tip included and an attitude to match. Dont go here for coffee. Maybe they have better baked goods or sugary drinks, but we were already turned off.

Jo
Review №16

The coffee and service was great. Very warm and welcoming while taking our drinks.

Mi
Review №17

Great coffee and breakfast items to go! Sweet Cream scones with strawberry/rhubarb jam was a winner!

Gr
Review №18

Very cute coffee shop. Perfect for a date. My wifes an Interior Designer and loves the layout and atmosphere. We each had scones, which were great. I had drip coffee which was good, and my wife had an iced latte which I only thought was ok.

Ka
Review №19

Lovely spot in Greenwood. I think it’s relatively new, love the look and atmosphere. Also the coffee was delicious, I had an iced latte on a hot day, it was yum. Oh and a dark chocolate sea salt cookie, amazing.They had these biscuits filled with ham and other goodies, I will try that next time!

An
Review №20

Love the house-made baked goods, syrups, and marshmallows. The staff is always amazing, and the coffee is on point.

Ni
Review №21

The coffee is really good here :) The baristas were more than happy to answer my questions and were very pleasant

St
Review №22

Happy to find Preserve and Gather. Perfectly brewed coffee, a delicious scone and friendly service, Outdoor patio on a sunny day - sweet.

A.
Review №23

An unexpected find in the neighborhood. Its a good place to duck in while your car is being serviced at Salmon, or just for the Pickled Egg sammie...so good! Vibe is chill, place is well -appointed. Ill be back!

Le
Review №24

Was trying to take pictures to post on their yelp and google to get them more business but the whole time the girls making the drinks in the back were rudely saying how we shoudl ask to take pictures beforehand. But we were taking pictures of the business to promote them, not of them personally. They were very rude and we will definitely never be back. We got the cherry fizz and its was terrible and watered down.

Ky
Review №25

This place has a fantastic local community vibe! Tables are focused on a shared experience, with a call out on the fact that they don’t have Wi-Fi so you can talk to someone.The baristas are super welcoming, and willing to suggest any of their wonderful baked goods. I definitely want to come back and try a Leckerli, but I ended up with the pumpkin chocolate muffin, and a delicious cortado.P&G serves coffee made from local roaster, Fulcrum Coffee Roasters, but also makes their own yogurt and granola in house for to-go sales.

Ra
Review №26

Dang yall that pickled egg salad is good.

Ge
Review №27

The people working here have bad attitudes. Other people Ive went with here commented on their attitudes as well. I suggest they work on it if they want this place to improve. Two stars because the coffee and food is decent, but after having the cashiers be snarky and unfriendly it makes you not want to come back. They rush you and dont give you a minute to ask any questions or say much at all about their food and drinks.

An
Review №28

Beautiful location in a walkable area! I had a mocha (with their signature marshmallow on top) and my partner had a dirty chai, which we both thoroughly enjoyed. They also offer an amazing selection of little bites to accompany your drinks.My only issue with our visit is related to the current pandemic, which is a difficult thing for businesses to adjust to. Since there is 0 inside accommodations, all customers are awkwardly hunched around the opening, shuffling around and asking each other if they are in-line or simply waiting for their order. I have seen other shops adopt better service models, especially models that dont require people to be left to gather in one area (ventilation issue). Use that side door!This one issue aside, we enjoyed our visit. We are moving to the area soon and are excited to regularly visit this hot spot!

Te
Review №29

Great food and coffee. Great pivot to stay open during pandemic

Te
Review №30

Came here to do some reading. The baristas are friendly and peanut butter toast is delicious!

Ch
Review №31

Everything is good here!

Re
Review №32

This is such a good go to for serious treats and unique eats. the drink options are super solid as well and the space is warm and bright and fun. my fave is the peanut butter oat fudge bar.

Lu
Review №33

No WiFi, which is insane for a coffee shop.Great scones, toasts and mochas. They dont have any innovative coffee drinks.They have a good selection of reading material.

Wi
Review №34

Amazing baked goods and great coffee. Highly recommend their seasonal peppermint mocha with homemade marshmallow 🤤

De
Review №35

Excellent food and coffee! Their honey+yogurt is pretty good.

Sa
Review №36

The place is so cozy and unpretentious 💞 but the coffee is OK.

Ca
Review №37

Great coffee and delicious pastries!!! If I am not wrong most of what they offer is home made. Staff is very nice too

Zo
Review №38

The cardamom latte is one of my all time favorites SO GOOD!! The food is also always delicious — I enjoy trying out something different each time.

Da
Review №39

My favorite coffee. It’s quality and the pastries are excellent.

K-
Review №40

Great service nice people.

Bl
Review №41

Family comes here once a week. Super nice people and great food/coffee!

De
Review №42

The coffee drinks are always good. I do miss their breakfast sandwiches.

Mi
Review №43

Visited twice in one day, I had a great experience my first visit that we wanted to go back. The second person to help me was super rude and made me feel awkward for asking questions about their menu. Good coffee. Good food. But maybe you shouldn’t be so rude with a condescending smile when someone has a question or is misunderstood about something in your menu that isn’t properly labeled.

Gl
Review №44

Lovely local greenwood spot with delectable hand crafted sweet and savory bites. Cant go wrong with a cortado + honey-drizzled ricotta toast (ricotta made in-house and local bread!). Stocking up? Yummy jam preserves and granola to go! **support local**

Te
Review №45

Love this place! The ricotta toast and the peanut butter fudge oat bars are my favorites. The breakfast sammies are also delicious. And during the holidays they have a fantastic fruitcake, which is similar to English Christmas cake. Very tasty!

Je
Review №46

I am a vendor for them so I am there frequently. One of their owners, Kayla is so friendly. Their space is very clean and it always smells so good in there! Highly recommend for a fresh and HEALTHY snack at a great price!

Mi
Review №47

Great coffee shop run by super kind and friendly people. This is exactly the type of coffee shop everyone wants to be a regular at. Their baked goods are amazing, with good variety and menu that changes but the classics stick around.

Lo
Review №48

Delicious mocha that was beautifully crafted. The simple sleek decor and layout is well lit. This is a great space for coffee and tea meetings or for personal workspace. We will be back. P.S. the scones are some of the best we have had in Washington state.🤗

Je
Review №49

Fantastic breakfast food! They make their own pastries and things. Hot breakfast Sammie, the Ricotta toast, and chia pudding are our faves. Great coffee too. So glad we found this place!

Sa
Review №50

Beautiful atmosphere and a great vibe from the workers. A great place to study and chill. The 4 stars is due to the drinks, I didn’t love my chai or latte. The bakery had a great molasses cookie.

Ca
Review №51

Super friendly staff. Baked goods steal the show - try the Ham and Jam Biscuit or the Veggie Biscuit.

ap
Review №52

Okayish coffee. Expected a lot better. Maybe will visit again for a second try.

Ro
Review №53

The breakfast Sammie might just be the best breakfast sandwich in the city. No, I havent tried them all yet but its something I often order and so far the Sammie at P&G is the best. I particularly like the prosciutto version. I love their lattes as well but a great latte is not that hard to find in Seattle. I do like the bright and modern atmosphere as well.

Sh
Review №54

Pretty good latte and salad! The milk was a little over steamed

Ki
Review №55

Great experience. This was my first time but it wont be my last. The coffee was great, it even came with a home made marshmallow. The food is absolutely wonderful and fresh. If youre looking for a great local spot this place will not disappoint. No to mention the staff is very friendly and welcoming.

Pr
Review №56

Delightful and delicious -- fresh pastries and other baked goods, variety of toasts, and house made granola are all top notch.

Ra
Review №57

Really beautiful interior, and food looked delicious. I came in twice during my stay in the neighborhood, but only for coffee (which was also very good). Most people seem to come here for the grub, though, so getting a coffee to go was surprisingly quick even given that there was a bit of a line. Staff were extremely friendly as well!

da
Review №58

I love this place. The kitchen is so cool. I love that it is open to the entire cafe. Coffee is great, but the best thing that you have to have is the Ham & Jam. My girlfriend is vegetarian and she loves the buckwheat fig bar.

LP
Review №59

My favorite coffee spot in Seattle. You walk in to the feeling of community, and people braiding bread behind the counter. Unique selection of teas (my favorite is the turmeric), freshly baked goods, and above average service.

Pe
Review №60

A warm and welcoming space. Friendly service. Amazing baked goods and top notch coffee.

Me
Review №61

My husband says their coffee is not as good as it could be. My review is for the sea salt dark chocolate chip cookies alone. Sooooo good!

Ke
Review №62

Gorgeous interior with lots of food options at a very reasonable price point. It has a charming neighborhood feel and is very kid friendly. I came here one weekday afternoon and finding seating was a bit challenging.

Am
Review №63

The homemade baked goods are like crack... especially the oat chocolate bar, which was sold out by 11:30 am on a Sunday (fyi its busy Sunday am but quiet in the pm). Lots of vegan options. Fun little spot to get coffee and enjoy Southern sun through the large windows. Open to families and singles. ..gave a 4 stars as they dont carry any rice, oat or hemp milk alternatives (just almond?). Oh ya, while not a coffee drinker, my husband loves their drip, and says its the best hes had!

Ke
Review №64

Ambience is great here. So many big windows. Service, food and coffee is good.

Le
Review №65

I loved my brief visit here! The barista that I ordered with become very sweet. I were given a drip, that is complete of taste. I enjoyed it very an awful lot!

Da
Review №66

Lovely atmosphere with pleasant staff. A jug of water on each table and the sweet accompaniments are luscious - today I just bought a couple of wonderful truffles to take away.

Je
Review №67

Delicious made from scratch pastries. Awesome toasts and sandwiches on Sea Wolf bread. Gorgeous interior. Gets really busy on the weekends but still 100% worth the wait in line. Fantastic owners.

Ch
Review №68

Ive never been a true coffee person but Ive made this apart of a wonderful morning routine, all flavors of coffee are real extracts, the coffee its self is super tasty. The people who work here are extremely friendly and hip which I find to be a rare mix. Its dog friendly, child friendly, all around friendly and inviting. I could go on about the music, the live plants, the great sense of neighborly love with the other coffee drinkers but I feel like Ive gone on long enough! Try this place and see for your self, its worth it!

Da
Review №69

My favorite place for coffee and baked treats (savory and sweet). The staff is treated well and the result is consistently great coffee and service. The neighborhood to the North is a good place for a short stroll after indulging in a delicious treat.

I
Review №70

Lovely open space with plenty of seating space. Great coffee and even better baked goods. The chocolate chip salted cookie is a highlight.

Ch
Review №71

Its your typical Seattle coffee shop with hand crafted everything and a chill atmosphere. If you like the Seattle café scene, check this little place out. Good food, good coffees. Good service.

Ze
Review №72

My only complaint here is the pricing - the drinks are a bit expensive given their size. But I thought the chai I had was pretty tasty, and the space is bright and open. I brought a book and enjoyed hanging out there for a bit, and Im sure it would also be a great place to study. Given how empty it usually is, I really think this place is a still an undiscovered gem and I hope more folks drop by to check it out.

Ia
Review №73

Great spot for coffee, small bites, and baked goods. They make pretty much everything in house, including their excellent chai. They also sell some of the jams and preserves, the teas they use, and granola to take away. Nice bright space to work or socialize as well!

Ri
Review №74

I was the first in line early in the morning. I waited patiently for them to open. After I ordered my coffee I waited and was the fourth person to receive my order. When I asked I a sleeve and stoppers I was told they didnt have any and was offered a cardboard tray to put my coffee cups on the floor of my car. When I attempted to pay I was told they dont accept cash. Which is illegal! Now running late for work I didnt argue. So I gave them my card and they hit my card with a COVID surcharge! Had I known this and the service I would receive I would have gone down the street to Starbucks! I really feel they are using COVID to take advantage of their patrons. I will never go back. I dont recommend them. The experience made a bad start of my morning at work!

L
Review №75

Solid coffee, great breakfast sandwiches and baked goods make this place one of my favorites. Also, theres no wifi so its great for conversations and having time to focus on work/reading.

ty
Review №76

Everything was so amazing, and also amazing prices for the realness of the taste and quality of all the ingredients. See for yourself! I already cant wait to go back!

iL
Review №77

I love this place! The good is so tasty and so reasonably priced! In a world of $10-$15 meals, its nice to find such tastiness for $5-$10!Everything Ive gotten. Has been super delicious!

Ka
Review №78

Latte was excellent as was the homemade squash bread. Be aware there is no wifi here although that does not deter the businessmen from posting up here with laptops. This place also extremely kid friendly as it is a neighborhood coffee shop. Lots of windows which makes for my favorite kind of rainy (and sunny) day views.

Jo
Review №79

One of my favorite local places to grab a cup of coffee and any number of amazing snacks n sweets.Ive been living in this neighborhood for a number of years now and I cant tell you how refreshing it is to have a place where I can see the same friendly faces working behind the counter throughout the year.The coffee beans to-go are amazing, but make sure to grab a ham & jam biscuit or ham bun w/ gruyere cheese (if youre there on the right day). Dont forget the Americano 😉.While Im at it, save room for some yogurt with honey and apricot compote!

Mi
Review №80

The pastries here are all amazing. They change each day, so you cant expect to get the same thing each time, except for what is on the menu (toasts and plates). Their coffee and espresso is also great. The drip coffee even has complex flavors, which is impressive.

Ch
Review №81

Very cute space! Friendly staff and lots of tasty treats baked on site. Their gluten free Peanutbutter cookie is on point!

An
Review №82

Love this place. Amazing fresh baked pastry and breads!

Di
Review №83

Super hipster vibe here. But in a good way. Reminds me of the old Neptune Café. Nice selection of tea and pastries as well.

Ky
Review №84

Love this shop! The cookies are next level. Sometimes and it can be loud inside and if youre looking for a place with wifi to work, this isnt your place. However, it IS the place to have a coffee and a treat and read and sit outside in the sun (when its around!)

Be
Review №85

Delicious food, great staff, gorgeous space. Baby + dog friendly.Theyve had a beautiful pivot amidst the pandemic and they continue to prioritize the safety of their employees and their community. Plus their bakes and preserves continue to be out of this world!

Da
Review №86

I believe my barista was Audrey. She let me know that they dont do blended frapp style drinks here. Initially I was disappointed HOWEVER The Chai latte with caramel I ordered is and was THE Best drink I have ever had! hands down! When I visit Seattle again I am stopping here for sure! Thanks preserve and gather for a new and different experience! That drink is so amazing!!!!

La
Review №87

Excellent little coffee shop to meet with folks or get some work done.

Ma
Review №88

They have hemp milk! Even in Seattle its hard to find a new coffee place with something I havent tried before, so I was excited. The lemon poppyseed cake was good, too.

Do
Review №89

Great coffee and scones, especially the fig/ginger scone. Wonderful neighborhood spot with interesting food.

Si
Review №90

Wonderful neighborhood cafe. Great healthy bakery and drinks. All products are made in store with natural ingredients. Great services and by real people.

Am
Review №91

Good coffee and interesting, tasty food. Love the decor and natural light. Cant wait to come back!

Pa
Review №92

Gourmet, unique and fancy food options which are pretty tasty. The cold brew was ok, bitter and not as strong as other places.The service was painfully slow! The people were very nice but just focused on their own thing.No WIFI!!! Dont plan to work here.

Bi
Review №93

Nice atmosphere. Good staff.Billy

Am
Review №94

Great coffee, great people, great food! I went to Preserve and Gather with my 4 year old son and a newborn to visit with a family friend. No there isnt a kids play space, and Im glad for that, but I sure would appreciate a place to change the baby in the bathroom!Bottom line: kid friendly if you bring quiet entertainment and you dont need to change a diaper.

co
Review №95

Nice environment with a relaxed modern/industrial feel. Coffee is pretty decent, good pastries and jams made in house. Bread from local bakery Sea Level. No wifi (to encourage conversation and balance apparently) so youll have to tether your phone. No high chairs. No good for nut allergies as they have PB everywhere.

Je
Review №96

My husband, son and I enjoyed our experience. The interior decor was vibrant and fun. They served folcrum coffee which was good. Our americanos had nice flavor and my son loved his hot chocolate (which I also tasted). The buckwheat fig bar was to die for, we will be back.

Gl
Review №97

Nice employees. The Chia pudding was delicious.

Am
Review №98

Adorable little coffee spot. Great vegan options, kind of trendy and healthy, with interesting ingredients. No wifi was a big problem for me as I came there to do some work. They also close pretty early.

Kr
Review №99

This is my favorite cafe is Seattle, possibly of all time. Besides having terrific PROPER pastries (flakey, well balanced flavors, not covered by sugar), the environment is nice - family, pet, and conversation friendly. They dont have WIFI, which I didnt like at first, but I prefer it now, so people focus on reading and talking instead of squatting to do work. It still is a good place to do work, but youll have to do it off-line or with internet hot spot. Also, my favorites are their chai, house made yogurt with apricot compote, pickled eggs salad, ham and jam biscuit, and toaster pastries. Cookies are delicious too.

My
Review №100

Coffee is always made perfectly, housemade pastries and jams are unbeatable and its a beautiful space with great staff. What more could you want? (I recommend the toast with peanut butter and banana jam. Amazing.)

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  • Address:358 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA 98117, United States
  • Site:http://preserveandgather.com/
  • Phone:+1 206-403-1149
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:8AM–3PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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