Caffe Umbria

This was my first time at a Caffe Umbria, I came around 8 am on a Friday. I liked my chai latte but I really enjoyed the atmosphere even more! The bartender was kind and friendly. It seems like a place that has many regulars which speaks a lot to how loved this place is.

The speed of service, quality of coffee and the mojo that Cafe Umbria has is a zone of getting homework and tasks done for me.Love this place

Extremely aesthetic coffee shop with plenty of outlets.I got a latte made with nonfat milk. I was (pleasantly) surprised when the barista brought my drink over to my table instead of just shouting my order; I always get nervous about spilling! The included chocolate was a nice touch too.I also appreciated that they had the option of sparkling water.Overall, a pretty good place to do work. I'd bring a jacket though; the AC is turned on pretty high. Will definitely be coming back.

Delicious! I bet competition is steep in Seattle, but Cafe Umbria really brings it. I was in Seattle for a month and this was probably the best coffee I had. The service is fast and efficient, likely because they are deeply busy (we went on a Sunday during the farmers market, so that didn't help). Even so, we had our drinks within minutes. We got an espresso and an americano, and both were made perfectly. You could tell that the coffee is very high quality. It was pretty loud in there, so I don't think (at least on Sundays) that this is the best option to sit and hangout/study, but the coffee definitely rules!!

Service and vibes were great here! A great spot to grab a coffee and be productive. I got the Nocciola freddo because it looked yummy, but it wasn't an espresso drink haha it's more like hot chocolate with cream foam. This drink was too sweet for me, so would love to try their coffee next time

Staff was so rude to me today they actually made me cry. I set up my work computer, planned to work there about 3 hours until my doctors appointment later that morning. I am a remote employee, so I spend one to two mornings a week working from coffee shops all over Seattle. I often order a couple of drinks and food and was looking forward to doing the same here. I was setting up my computer and getting my hotspot connected (so there about five minutes) when a staff member with short blonde hair marched up to my table and asked if I was planning on ordering anything. I was shocked. Said, yes I plan to once I set up my computer. She lectured me on how people just show up and use all their Wi-Fi and never order anything and this coffee shop was for paying customers only. Stunned, I asked if she was telling me to leave. She said yes, since you WONT order anything you should leave. I packed up in tears, so embarrassed to be shamed in front of everyone like that. I have never had this happen to me ever. Cafe Umbria seemed like a place where I could work and order food and coffee but I guess not. I'm still shook up about this. What a weird hill to die on.

The first time I visited, I got the espresso doppio and the cafe Al Pepe. Both were good -- the espresso was chocolatey (but not too concentrated). I haven't had any cafe al pepes before so was pleasantly surprised by the pepper flavor profile. However, the second time I went, I got the cappuccino al cacao. It was SCORCHING hot!! Definitely had minor tongue burns after the first sip. I was super disappointed.. overheated milk is one of the marks of bad coffee.

Went here on a Thursday afternoon with a friend. It was pleasantly busy, and there were several cute pups with their parents having coffee:)I ordered an oat milk latte with vanilla and it was definitely one of the best I had ever had- probably in my top 5! The coffee came through really well and the drink wasn't too sweet or too water down from the oat milk. The only reason I removed one star is the staff wasn't the most friendly and didn't seem very happy with me ordering, sure it was just a bad day so I'd go back again.

I didn't order coffee here so may not have had the full experience.I ordered a slice of quiche ($8.50) as a snack and it seems like they just carelessly pressed it in the panini press, as the crust completely broke off (my favorite part :( ), and the entire thing was tiny and soggy and just not great at all. I'll come here for the actual coffee next time, because it seems like they so a bunch of interesting creations (my friend ordered a flat white nitro!)

In Seattle you will find many coffee shops. Some will charge you an arm and a leg and have crappy customer service. This place is the opposite. The coffee is top notch. They understand the quality of coffee and will make sure you experience how Italians enjoy coffee.I love that they gift you a piece of chocolate with your coffee order; quality chocolate. The aesthetic is gorgeous with many sitting options. If you're in Ballard, go here if you enjoy good coffee and want to be greeted with a friendly smile. PSA: Please use your indoor voice (be considerate of other visitors)