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Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company
- Coffee & Tea
- Seattle, WA
About this business
Location details
6204, 2200 N 56th St, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
The smallest "large" latte in the history of the world – Friends who live a block from this store told me it was the best coffee in Seattle. Still on East Coast time, I arrived at 6 AM on Saturday and ordered a large latte. I was the only customer at the counter so service was prompt, however I received a cup that was the size of a Starbucks small that felt light. $4.22 for a cup with a small amount of espresso and steamed milk. The taste was good but I felt ripped off. Not a good value.
The first few times I went to the Zoka Roaster's by UVillage (uw campus), it was lovely, great lattes, best americanos tasted, great for sitting with small study group.... Then, for personal circumstances, I didn't go for a year, and visited again---- twice, perhaps three times. What happened to their coffees? And baristas were pretty rude, different from last time. Did management change? The ice-maker or fridge in the UVillage branch has been broken forever; coffees are dilute, lattes aren't the same; pricey as always... I ... read more
2nd best Americano in town – Zoka defines the Seattle coffee scene. You can't really beat their beans, their shots are right on, and they have great foam. There is also no better office away from the office than a good Zoka simply humming with productivity. Shazam!
amazing cappucino! – Their traditional cappucino is just right! It's closer to what most baristas call a dry cappucino, so it's more foam than milk.
So long, Zoka. It was sweet while it lasted. – Today I made my official last ever visit to Zoka. They serve great coffee, but the service and the environment have finally become too much for me. After waiting in a line that stretched almost to the door, I made it to the counter, where I was snippily informed I could not order espresso there, just coffee. Um, OK. So I ordered a pastry and kept waiting in line until I reached the register where they deigned to accept my coffee order. The thing that always has driven me nuts ab... read more
New Management Please (Go to Vivace instead) – I hate Zoka. Okay, let me back up. They're at the top in terms of espresso/coffee quality and have probably the best cafe menu next to Essential Bakery (great paninis, pastries, grilled sandwiches and salads) but what the other reviewers have said is true: the service is tepid (it really makes you appreciate the Starbuck's cheeriness even is their coffee's sub par); although no one's been rude to me. And OMG - try to get a table this year! It'll never happen. They need to start ... read more
it always rains in seattle – Are all the negative reviews for keeping the place to yourselves? This is one of the best lattes in town. The vibe is comfortable and relaxing. The place is busy as to be expected given the quality of the coffee, but it isn't loud as most everyone are keeping to themselves. I appreciate the wifi connection as I go there for work sometimes. I also would like the place to clear out so I could have it to myself.
Poorly-run business – Zoka serves a niche market with their loose-leaf teas and nice food goodies, but after today's experience I will likely not return again. For the last year I have noticed that all aspects of service at Zoka are both slow and somewhat rude. I think I am supposed to feel lucky to be a patron. Today I was able to stand for 10 minutes waiting for a simple mocha while I listened to the "baristas" behind the machine talk about the next place they were planning to work. There is no appreciation of the customer... read more
About as great as watching paint dry – My expectations were high. Why? I have no idea...maybe because this is Seattle people...coffee universe of the world. And no, I am NOT a coffee snob...although I think after so many let downs I am becoming that way. Upon walking in it was like sensory overload. Loud conversations, people everywhere, yet absolutely no atmosphere. Cold, boring, drab, uneventful. And for the record there were people there because some race/sports practice just got done...not because it was or is anything s... read more
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How is Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company rated?
Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company has a 4.5 star rating with 819 reviews.
When is Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company open?
Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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