Fresh Flours Phinney Ridge

My Seattle neighborhood exploration took me to Phinney Ridge, a relatively small area but with great history. For an afternoon pick-me-me, I stopped into Fresh Flours (ahhh flours not flowers haha) for a double espresso and sparkling water. The caffè was great with good crema on the body. I am really starting to enjoy and appreciate good espresso. The service was fantastic!

Very cute bakery with tasty matcha and a decent breakfast taco (good corn tortilla) given that they have no real kitchen. I loved sitting outside in the sun and relaxing today. I would definitely stop by again if I were in the area. There were a lot of pastries I'd like to try and didn't have the chance.

Pastries were really good but that’s best thing I have to say about this place. Also got a taco (pictured) that was $7.50. Think that’s soooo overpriced for a single tiny bacon taco that had one very small piece of bacon in it. The service left a lot to be desired as well. The barista at the front was very chilly and barely spoke at all. They didn’t say a single thing when our drinks were put out, nor when our food was ready and we kept having to walk from our table to the counter to check. The atmosphere was odd as it looked cozy from the outside, but the inside is very sparse with absolutely nothing on the walls. It was also a chilly day outside and the door was open the whole time which kept it chilly. Overall pretty disappointed with our visit as we’d been wanting to go for awhile.

Visited Saturday around 8:30am, 8-9 people in line but moved fairly quickly. We ordered an iced Chai, ham & cheese croissant, chocolate croissant, pecan currant croissant, and basque cake. Iced Chai is one of the best we’ve ever had, definitely recommend. Chocolate croissant is unconventional and I should’ve asked for it to be heated, so a 5/10. Ham & cheese croissant was heated and pretty good but I favor savory croissants so 7.5/10. Pecan currant croissant wasn’t bad wasn’t great. Basque cake is pretty good but would be better heated 7.5/10 Service was great, friendly staff. Atmosphere was nice! Dog friendly and lots of tables and room to sit!

TLDR; Really good pastries, but the real star is the mocha Fresh flours has been on list of bakeries for some months now. It definitely did not disappoint. We order a regular mocha, an iced mocha, a chocolate croissant and a cheese and onion danish. I have truly nothing to complain about - the pastries are flaky and the flavors are absolutely on point. If I had to pick one, the onion danish was nicer than the croissant. The mochas are heavenly. Their coffee brand is so so good. This is one of the few good mochas in the city.

Nice little bakery/cafe north of the green lake area. There's a good amount of parking available on the street and in the surrounding neighborhoods. I got the coconut oat cookie and blueberry muffin, both were pretty good. They've got a lot of options to choose from and prices are pretty good as well. And they have two sticker options if you're interested in that.

I got a blueberry lemon danish and it was so delicious. I also got a pumpkin spice latte.

Good coffee. Great pastries. But they appear happy to let dogs roam the restaurant. Not particularly well behaved ones, either.

I arrived here around 9:30am on a Friday. I really did not expect this place to be busy but the availability of seat inside were limited (yes it was that busy). They also have some outdoor seating available though. By the time I left around noon, more seats were available but I think it filled up as other people arrived. I ordered the Peach Danish and hot chocolate. Then on the way out, I had to get their croissant. -Peach danish: 5 stars. It was delicious. I was not planning to eat it right away but one bite became 5 then I ended up finishing it. The dough was just so authentic and one of the best (if not the best) I've tried in Seattle: buttery and the layers where just perfect. -hot chocolate : 4 stars? I didn't really care for it. Just hot chocolate too special about it. -croissant: 5 stars. Just as good as the peach danish minus the peach. Definitely recommend their croissant or danish pastry. They are really good at this type of dough. I would say that this is the closest to a French pastry I've been in WA when it comes to their croissant dough.

How I heard of this place: We were in search of a gluten-free bakery many years back and came across Fresh Flours. It had been a long time since our last visit, so we decided to give it another go! Type of cuisine: Coffee and pastries, plus a selection of breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos and other packaged goods. Ambiance: A corner space with much foot traffic near the Woodland Park Zoo, the space is quaint and warm. Seating on either side as you enter, with more tables stuck in a small space to the right and back tucked behind the order counter. In the front, a small bench graces the window facing the street and sidewalk, which also shares a small patio-like space with outdoor seating options. Pastries are packed in a small display area, but all look enticing and ready to devour. Baristas and staff are friendly and welcoming and help create the comfortable vibe of Fresh Flours. What I ordered: A mocha for me, and a small caramel sauce steamed milk with a blueberry danish for my dining companion. What I loved: The blueberry danish was tasty and simple. The mocha was made with a lovely dark chocolate, not too sweet, but perfectly balanced with the espresso. Why I loved it: Chatting with locals, neighbors and set in a space that feels like everyone is a regular. Cost: Average

My friend recommended me this place. Great place to study! I honestly came here to buy the sticker but their pastry took me by surprise. Their matcha muffin has red bean filling inside and it was delicious. Everything here has a Japanese twist to it and i love that. Lots of seats inside with stable WiFi. The barista was nice as well.

This one isn't nearly as comfortable as its SLU location. I was a bit disappointed with its outdated furniture and worn string-woven chairs. The coffee and food quality is about the same, with a few more options from the fridge. I would treat it as a convenient neighborhood coffee shop and not somewhere I would take someone to.

Coffee was great! I had a pistachio latte (I think pistachio was seasonal) which was delicious. Not too bitter and perfect balance of sweet and strong. We also got a chocolate croissant which tasted good, but I was disappointed that we weren't given an option to heat up the croissant and have the chocolate melty. Service was quick and friendly. We were easily able to find a table for our group of four on Sunday around noon.

I know everyone knows this already but..my god! What a perfect place! Choosing a pastry put me in fits..there is no wrong answer. Best chai ever. Huge windows let the light onto spacious tables and comfy chairs. Worth the trek for me. Lots of foot traffic but everyone knew how to act like a friendly decent human being..even the kids. And the staff had friendly efficiency down pat! Love. Love. Love!

One of my top 5 places in Seattle for pastries, they usually have 10-14 different kinds of pastries left at lunchtime on weekends. Today I tried the ham & cheese croissant (4/5 stars because it was dough-y around the ham), the pecan pull-apart (easily 5/5 stars, loved it!!), and the Mt Bakon taco (solid 5/5 stars, would happily order again). Ambiance was crowded as always - the line was long, and they don't have enough seating, but they don't have any more room! Staff were nice, helpful when I asked questions, and the service was quick. For the three items I spent about $17 with tax.

Dropped by around 9:20A on Friday morning and the place was pretty busy with good traffic flow in and out. Ordered a mint matcha and a basque cake. Really enjoyed the mint matcha--good balance of flavors, on the sweeter side. They have an 8oz size that was perfect. The basque cake was nice in texture with a strong crust but quite plain in flavor. Would personally skip it next time.

Great coffee. Gluten-free food options barista was nice and friendly. Quick service and easy to get to.

The food here is pretty solid especially being close to the woodland zoo. Coffee is great here. Try out the matcha latte, the flavors really mix together well and is delicious. All the pastry on the counter looks delicious. I also tried the sunrise burrito which is premade and warmed up. The insides of mine came a bit cold or not fully hot but isn't wasn't too bad. Also got the startup which is a egg sandwich which I would recommend. I think the picking up process is a bit confusing and it's too easy to take the wrong order. I think something like calling names for the order would really ease the confusion rather than just calling out the drinks especially for people like me who have never been and know the menu. Overall a tasty place though!

Seattle is filled with coffee shops and bakeries, and my eyes and my bank account are on two different budgets. We'll talk about that later... Anways, Fresh Flours! Started by two Japanese friends, their menu features fresh laminated pastries with a hint of Asian flavors. I got their blackberry danish with an oat milk cappuccino. The danish was heavenly. Flaky, airy, and not dense, it was everything a danish should be. The blackberry custard/jam was sweet and tart, a creamy contrast to the flaky pastry. The coffee was a bit light in my opinion, and I wished it was stronger. Service was okay, not the most friendly, but it was still professional and as it should be. There are better coffee options in Seattle, and I would come here for pastries next time!

This is my go-to cafe. Excellent pastries and great service. I've been a regular for many years. My only wish is that they'd bring back the pear danish, it was one of my favorites.

There was a line when I got there but it went super quickly. They have strong coffee and yummy snacks and pastries. A few seats to sit at but nice atmosphere and lots of windows. Would go again if I am in the area. Pricing is not bad either.

Friendly staff, yummy oat milk latte, perfect spot for a cup to-go on the way to work. Good morning vibes. Worth a stop.

Delicious pastries and coffee! This was my first visit, and I'll admit it was pretty overwhelming. So many options and the line was long but moved quickly. I let a few people go ahead of me while I dealt with my indecisiveness. Finally decided on a swiss and onion croissant, oat milk latte, peanut butter and a chocolate cookie. The latte was smooth and the perfect temperature. The croissant was flaky and full of flavor. It was so good I forced myself to eat it much slower than norm. Who cares about onion breath; it was so worth it! Of all the items purchased, this is one I'll surely return for! The peanut butter cookie was rolled in sugar - a little too sweet for me, but oh how I loved the addition of chopped peanuts. The chocolate cookie was rich and again too sweet for my taste. The customer service was great, the space is small, but there's plenty of neighborhood parking. My friend and I met on a Saturday mid morning and there was no seating available however, the neighborhood is walkable, so we took our goodies to go. I shall return to try each and every croissant option you have!

Great little cafe on Phinney Ridge! Their coffee is great and they have lots of pastries

Picked up some powdered sugar covered cookie (official name unknown) from the day old section for $1 and hay-zues christo are these delicious. Can't imagine the punch they pack when fresh. Place is packed on this Sunday with lovely young families and more lovely olds - as it should be.

Pastries: 4/5 Service, space: 5/5 This is probably my fifth or sixth French pastries place I have tried in Seattle and I'm giving yet another business 5 stars.. because what Fresh Flours lacks in flavor, they make it up for by the wonderful staffs and service. I tried the almond croissant, pear almond Danish, kouign amann + a small latte (~$20 total) Pastries aren't as flaky or flavorful as I have hoped. The almond croissant is a bit dense and breadier than for example Celine or Bakery Nouveau. The pear almond danish is a little bland and suppressed in flavor considering it has plenty of pear slices , a bonus that it it pear-shaped, which is quite cute. Latte tastes great and is strong, I can feel my legs shaking as I'm writing this review lol. They have dine in tables + wifi + outlets for you to work at and there are people working too, which make me feel not guilty for sitting a bit longer... There is also outdoor seating for a nice day. Staffs are so friendly and helpfu, they offered me a ham & cheese croissant too?!

If you're looking for coffee & pastries in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood, then head over to Fresh Flours Cafe near Woodland Park Zoo. To me, there is nothing like fresh baked croissants paired with locally roasted coffee. The cafe serves coffee from Onda Orgins Roastery. Recommendations: 1) For Savory, try the Ham & Cheese Croissant. 2) For Sweet, try the Twice Baked Almond Croissant. 3) For Cookies, try the Chocolate Chip Walnut.

Fresh flours has an amazing selection of bakery goods, such as a chocolate croissant and almond croissant. They also have a wide variety of coffee drinks available. I had the chai latte & an almond croissant and both were very good! They have indoor & outdoor seating available and you'll get your food and drinks quite fast!

Was visiting Seattle and came here (to the Phinney Ridge) location. They have a large selection of pastries: most notably the croissants and danishes. I got the onion and swiss croissant and thought it was really good! The pastry was thin, but the flavors were amazing! I also got an oat milk cappuccino, which TBH was not great. But I wasn't mad because I was coming off the high of the delicious pastry. The other thing I liked (that I don't think is really "theirs" but they just sell it) was the all vegan breakfast sandwich on an english muffin. Very filling!

Such a cute coffee shop in Seattle. I ordered coffees online but the baristas working we're still so kind and the coffees came out amazing. We were coming from the airport and our lattes made our morning better :)

The pastries here are amazing. If all you want to do is grab a pastry and go, this is one of the best bakeries in the city. Sadly, the staff likes to keep the seating area cold. I might be drinking a good coffee and a yummy pastry but they leave the door open because they are hot (the ovens from the bakery. Keep them hot I'm sure.) Either management needs to put fans in the back so the staff doesn't die or they need to figure out a way to heat the seating area so customers don't feel cold. One of the main reasons to go to the coffee shop is to sit in a warm space and drink a nice coffee and a pastry. It sucks that I have to buy pastries from this place and go to another place to stay warm and drink coffee.

I have yet to find a better chocolate croissant in the city of Seattle than the ones at Fresh Flours. I am not just saying that because I live in the neighborhood either! Their pastries are to die for and their coffee is high quality too. I am excited to bring every single friend and family member that visits to Fresh Flours for a coffee and pastry treat.

Stopped in for a morning coffee on a neighborhood walk- great coffee, pastry and small bites. Wish they'd come to my hood in Chicago and bring the friendly staff!

How are the people around the Phinney neighborhood not extra fat? There are at least 4 incredible dessert places within 2 blocks of each other. I wish I live closer! Anyway, Fresh Flours at the corner with doors wide open on an inviting sunny day, taking a peak is a must. Immediately I see some awesome looking pastry options and also recognized Japanese treats from the nearby Tokara, which is difficult to buy from the main store but they offer selections here. Yay! Between goodies from Fresh Flours and goodies from Tokara, this is an excellent place for treats! Fresh Flours Items: Chocolate croissant - 4.5 stars Despite the number of things I bought, I had 3 little white baggies to carry all the items nilly willy, and I had to request the 3rd baggie. As a result, I partly moshed my chocolate croissant by the time I walked back to my car, which is a shame. It's a gloriously rounded half dome, crispy crust, with two pieces of chocolate inside. It's much better warmed with the chocolate softened. This is near perfection ignoring the moshed parts. Macarons - Yuzu lemon, Earl Grey, Black Current - 4 Stars The flavor of the yuzu and the black current is amazing! Earl Grey was too subtle; I couldn't recognize it. They are a touch flat, visually and literally. The outside is not quite as crispy (but can't be crunchy!). The ratio of the outer shell and inner cream is just right. Matcha Tea Cakes - 5 Stars The matcha flavor is strong, which I love! Tea cakes can be dry sometimes, but this one has the right balance. The bits of sugar on the outside makes it extra naughty. Azuki Bar, $2.25 - 4.5 Stars For the azuki fan, this is a must. It's an extra fancy cookie sandwich with a generous azuki center and handmade soft cookies on the outside. Tokara Item: Mochi, $5.20 - 4.5 Stars I don't know the exact name of the one I bought as the signs are all moved around; I think it's called the Young Grass. (The staff was annoyed that I asked the name...) The cost is for the workmanship. A fresh, pretty, soft-gummy mochi forms the outer floral petals. Strips of yellow mochi forms the stamen of the flower. The inside is generously filled with azuki. This is yummy and spendy. But it's worth it once in a while. There was one staff member when I went. He was nice but came across as impatient, kinda annoyed that I was looking at everything. Ah well.

Needed a refresher after a day at the zoo. THIS place is IT!! Order a chai latte and a chocolate croissant. Both were so delicious, finished them before I was able to take a picture for this review. Had a chai latte from another place this morning, and the one from Fresh Flours completely redeemed the craving I had for it. Thank you for giving me my second wind for the day!!

Just wanted to double down on this incredible place. It continues to be my favorite neighborhood treat! I get an almond milk latte (they serve Stumptown, YUM), and always get the twice baked almond croissant, ham croissant, and anything else that sparks my taste buds. Staff continues to be awesome, even when they're new. Pastries are always super fresh and made in house. Thank you for all you do!

Such a great local bakery! I love ALL the pastries especially the Asian inspired treats :) The golden milk and matcha latte are my go to drinks.

Options are amazing, staff is amazing, the issue is temperature . I have been here at least 20 times and half of the time my food or my drink is cold. I'm not sure what the issue is but it's hard to come back when you are on the road and you bite into a half frozen sandwich

I stopped in here after a cold rainy run and was delighted to see the array of baked goods and hot drinks! I appreciated that they were replenishing the pastries late morning on a sunday so there were still lots of choices. The twice baked pumpkin croissant is seasonal but if its there you should try it! I also enjoyed the pear and cream pastry! The kouign aman wasn't all I was hoping for but still tasty. The coffee was good and they had a selection of alt milks. Note the indoor space isn't huge so if it's a popular time, plan on getting items to go. There are also hot breakfast items but I didn't try those on this visit. Parking is on the street/in the neighborhood so it may take a minute.

Fresh Flours has turned into one of my go-to coffee spots in the Phinney ridge area. Great place to work from if you need to mix up your WFH routine. You will find people working from here often or people with their families before heading to the zoo. I love all the small quick grab and go break and lunch options. I also appreciate the vegan breakfast burrito and taco option! And If you're a fan of pastries, they have a wide assortment to choose from. I have never received bad service here, all of the baristas are friendly, even on the days it's packed and busy. Only bummer is that they no longer take cash, but that is only due to the recent break ins in the neighborhood.

Snooty self-absorbed Seattle barista. But cashier guy was very nice. Not much more to add.

The coffee and food is outstanding. Sadly the ambiance was not. Bare and beat up walls and cold cement floor, actually the entire shop was cold. Seating is not very comfy. Such a shame since everything else was amazing

One woman's opinion: I'm honestly shocked at the reviews that say this place has the best pastries in Seattle. Have you not been to Cafe Besalu or Rosellinis? Because those 2 places are far and above the outstanding choices. OUTSTANDING. It's a shame Besalu is currently closed. Fresh Flours does some things well: their coffee cake is outstanding and I hear the Basque cake is amazing. They have good baristas and good coffee. However, they have no croissant game. They are NOT flaky or tasty. They are dense, doughy, bready, and have no crisp or crunch. Please you guys, get your lamination right.

The staff member was extremely condescending, pretentious, unwelcoming, and rude. The coffee was absolutely average. This place is nothing special, and there's a ton of places in Seattle with better coffee and way better service.

Hands down some of best pastries I've ever had! I feel so lucky to have this place as an option for delicious baked goods. There are countless options and I can't even begin to nail down my favorites. You can't go wrong the endless amount of croissant options; the Kouign Amann is awesome, as is the basque cake!! I recommended getting your friend and loved one a gift card so they can select from the countless options! Try not to get overwhelmed.

Their chai tea with hemp milk was absolutely delicious! My friend lives nearby and we picked up some drinks and some pastries. Don't skip on their almond croissants, it was really really good.

Coffee is great and pastries are too. Sandwiches are fantastic but they can never seem to cook them all the way. So I'm driving to work biting into a freezing cold sandwich that's hot on the outside. Happens a lot. Half the time I get one. There's this very short whir women who's worked here forever. She looks like she's seen the show girl too many times. Shea super rude and I've had problems wit her fr years. She started showing me pictures of her pet rabbit she dresses up and that's whe she really started getting weird and making me feel uncomfortable.

so I work in the area and fresh flours is my "I didn't manage to get coffee in me before leaving the house" stop! love the online ordering/pickup feature! really helps you beat the line if you're in a rush. my favorite pastries on offer are the blueberry lemon or pear almond danish, or the blueberry muffin. their sandwiches are nice too, and the coffee is great!

Came here on a weekday morning around 11am and wasn't really blown away by their selection. Got a chocolate almond croissant which I asked to have warmed up and ate on the premises. It was tasty, though on the sweet side. I also got a green tea and azuki red bean pastry to go and a basque cake. Neither of them really blew me away. They were both also on the sweet side. The basque cake also didn't have much flavor to it; it seemed to mostly be a custardy cake. Overall I was kind of disappointed after all the hype. They do have water set up so it's easy to self serve. Service was friendly. Street parking was easy.

I was in the area Saturday morning and needed to grab a quick breakfast and came across this spot! we parked on the street and walked right into a glorious pastry case! we ordered: - drip coffee - croissant with caramalized onion and cheese - fudge cookie - choco croissant OMG I loved my croissant with caramelized onion and cheese! It was delicious! My friend got the coffee and she really liked it. They also have a plate of $1 day old pastries. Great price! I will definitely be back next time I am in the area!

My partner and I stopped here before going to the zoo. I ordered a hot caramel macchiato and he got an iced vanilla latte. Both drinks were so so delicious!! Really yummy coffee. We also got a breakfast burrito and breakfast sandwich that were both really good too. Love this place!!

I love matcha everything, but I gotta say, this Green Tea Muffin is phenomenal! It looks so unassuming on the outside, like, "Ho-hum, look at me masquerading as a regular ol' muffin." Nice try, muffin. I'm not sure how Fresh Flours has found the perfect balance of earthy matcha and sweetness, but they have! That first bite is full on matcha goodness, followed up quickly with soft chewy sweetness (but not too sweet!) If you're a lover of matcha, this one is a must!

Look at this comfortable neighborhood cafe! Small, cozy and pleasantly spacious for the space. The artwork this round is quite wonderful and mesmerizing... I'm 'bout to buy a piece or 2 soon! Morning easterly sun is soothing. Also situated on bus route 5. Offerings are pretty chain standard. I grabbed a vegan cookie and a cardamom oat latte. Always so good. One thing I like and appreciate is the vegan label is bold & easily noticeable in the sea of regular goods they serve out front. Ingredients are also one display but can be hard to read upon first glance. Inquire further to peruse such information. Staff is friendly and cool. *** This review was written during the local COVID-19 Advisory as businesses were limiting operations. Contact the business to verify operational changes ***

I am so happy this place was open on Sunday. The food looked amazing though I only went in for an americano. Everyone one was wearing a mask and plenty of space for social distancing. Let's keep this business alive and be sure to visit. Also order a pastry or sandwich for me; they all looked amazing.

Best coffee and pastry in town!! My son loves their croissants so we come here all the time!

Very cute store front. The service was great and I greatly appreciate the social distancing stickers. The merch was so cute that I had to talk myself out of getting a mug since I was getting so many pastries. I got the butter croissant, ham and cheese croissant, currant pecan croissant and the kouign-amann. The ham and cheese croissant was my favorite as the croissant was nice and flakey and ham was savory and not too salty. The currant pecan was the staff pick and was delicious! The location seems like it would be great if you are in the Phinney area at the zoo or at the community center as it's between the two. There's plenty of options for free street parking if you are driving. It's a solid choice for baked goods in Seattle and would highly recommend it if you are in that area

Love, love, love this shop. Some of the best, most inventive pastries in Seattle. Great atmosphere for working out of the office!

Working from home during this mid corona apocalypse has been so draining. I walked to Fresh Flours and asked if they made Red Bull Italian sodas to which they informed me they did not. One of the employees, whom I am assuming is a manager, offered to BUY me a Red Bull from the 7/11 across the street to make it. I declined and said I was just going to 7/11 instead for the Red Bull since that's what I really need anyway. I buy the Red Bull and I decided to go back to Fresh Flours and THEY MADE ME MY RED BULL ITALIAN SODA! I was so excited to have my drink that I left and realized halfway down the street that I didn't pay for it. I walk back to tell them I forgot to pay and they all smiled and said it was on them! WOW! This was my very first time at Fresh Flours and I explained to them that I am new to the area and hadn't had the chance to explore the city due to the corona shut down. Back in college when I had zero motivation, Red Bull Italian sodas where the only thing that kept me up, thus my hunt for this drink today. I am extremely happy with Fresh Flours and the employees there for everything they did. The least I could do was leave a review and tell everyone how awesome this place is! Definitely recommend!