Other Coast Cafe - Ballard

Got the Rajun Cajun sandwich. It was good but not fantastic (especially not for the price after tax and tip (about $17). And it's not as huge as some people say... maybe I just eat more. I'll be honest, I was also annoyed with the way we got our food. We had already waited about 10 minutes beyond the estimated wait time, noticed that two groups of people behind us in line had gotten their food before us (they did not order online, and they ordered more than us). It wasn't until a lady behind the counter noticed us standing there and asked what we had ordered. When we told them, they finally wrapped up our stuff (which had been sitting by the sandwich preparers after it came out of the oven for a little while). If the sandwich was amazing, I might kinda forgive the slight disrespect... but it wasn't. It was good enough to give three stars, though.

You've got to online order here, otherwise it takes a while. The sandwich was great - salty, spicy, fatty, crispy. The bread was a trauma on the roof of your mouth kinda toasted, but still great. Pickled onions are a must. The spicy mayo on the Ragin Cajun made the sando. Never ate here when I lived in Ballard, but I wish I did! Will be back.

We were on the hunt for a lunch/sandwich spot while visiting Seattle. Hubby found Other Coast Cafe in Ballard and we decided to check them out.We walked over from the Ballard Locks which took us about 20 minutes. They were packed! Seating was very limited inside as well as outside. We got super lucky to snag a couple Adirondack chairs out front. Hubby went inside to order. He got the Rajun Cajun and I went with the Electric Wizard.The Rajun Cajun was spicy and very tasty. The turkey was fresh and flavorful. I really liked how the melty pepper Jack cheese tied it all together. No denying the Cajun flavor throughout this sandwich. The Electric Wizard was like a fancy ham & cheese. I enjoyed the heavy smoked flavor with applewood smoked ham as well as smoked mozzarella. The red onions were amazing. Both sandwiches were served on delicious baguette that was nicely toasty on the outside yet soft on the inside.Great hot sandwiches, perfect for a weekend lunch!

Since I originally reviewed other coast their sandwiches have improved tremendously. It's now my go to spot in the area.

As a paraded down Ballard in the Seattle System, I stumbled upon this lovely dive, populated by citizens. The smells of fresh bread (or what I'd interpret to be smells, my sense of smell was ruined in a duel many years ago--honestly, it's a lot to talk about and I'm still working through it in therapy!) assaulted my senses. Delight!The citizens manning this dinery were kindly and helpful, service befitting a Dark Lord.But the sandwich, the Rajun Cajun, was a true hot masterpiece. Slightly spicy, all delicious, I could not eat it faster!! If I come through the Seattle System again, I will frequent this Imperial establishment!!5/5 Death Stars.

Seattle does not have a lot of sandwich places but Other Coast Cafe is exceptional. Both their hot and cold cuts are amazing and huge portions. It does take awhile due to the influx in orders so order ahead of time or be patient. Service is great and the staff are working their butts off.

Seriously? "It'll be 25-30 minutes for your sandwiches to be ready" at a take-out place??? This should be stated up-front to a walk-in customer before the order is placed and credit card swiped. I have lived in Ballard since 2006 and have patronized The Other Coast frequently over the years, and since 2018 or so, the staff have been rude, unfriendly and totally unwelcoming to walk-in customers. Historically excellent food, but rude staff - a no go when two sandwiches cost almost $40.(P.S. Was at lunch with another longtime Ballard resident yesterday, and when I mentioned the first restaurant in Ballard that I ever went to in 2006 was The Other Coast, his comment was "great sandwiches, but way overpriced, too long to wait and impersonal staff" ~ I tried to dispel that by dropping by around noon today, and see the above...)

Got the turkey Rueben, mantooth and the meatball. All three were fantastic, but the Rueben was the standout for sure - i was craving something similar and it hit the spot. They were busy so there was a slight wait, but it was worth it,

This sandwich was INSANE!! We had the Rajun Cajun sandwich and a grilled cheese with tomato soup. The food and service was good but the only place to sit was tucked up against the walls on sticky counter tops, or outside in the cold. It seemed like many other food businesses that had changed due to the pandemic but never changed back after things calmed down.I would eat there again, but maybe take away is a better option.

Waited 30 minutes for two sandwiches. I followed up after 30 minutes and they said they lost my ticket. I'm still waiting here and it's now been close to 1 hour since I ordered.