Espresso Vivace Alley 24 ★ Reviewer recommended
3 local reviewers checked this · Reviewer score 7.8/10 · ✓ Checked recently (Oct 1)
Local verdict: “Best for: people who care about the coffee and serious espresso drinkers.”
Dine-inOutdoor seatingBreakfastWheelchair accessible
Northern Italian espresso bar in South Lake Union; the menu spotlights the citrus‑scented Cafe Nico and the White Velvet Latte, and at budget‑friendly prices you can also enjoy a freshly baked croissant, while a spacious quiet room and free Wi‑Fi make it a favorite study spot. Patrons note, Some of the yummiest lattes in Seattle. Super cozy interior.
Hours · Open now
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Known for: Velvet white · Decaf ethiopia sidamo · Brazil yellow bourbon · Nico espresso · Savory everything pinwheel · Cafe nico · Monsooned malabar · Espresso soda
Phone: +1 206-388-5164
Praises cozy atmosphere and a caramel latte made with house caramel sauce. Ranks it among the finest caramel lattes tried.
Lists it as a go-to spot including for evening coffee. Insists the mocha is essential to try.
Says no better cup has been found elsewhere. Also praises the baristas as exceptionally nice.
Poster called it a daily must-stop in Seattle for top coffee.
A small Cafe Nico was described as a cup of perfection.
Espresso and latte were named favorite coffee choices.
Poster called the coffee the best they had tasted and wanted to recreate it.
Poster rated the espresso among the finest in the United States.
Personal favorites included the Cafe Nico and a savory pinwheel pastry.