JOIE Coffee

I drove over 30 minutes to come here and it was worth the drive. The staff were super friendly and helpful as I couldn't decide on what to get. I ended up getting their Mango Sticky Rice Matcha with oat and condensed milk. Perfect drink for a summer day!

My friend took me here the other day and I thought it was epic. It’s a pretty lowkey + small space, but it’s cute inside. One of my favorite places to get matcha is Nana’s Green Tea, and to compare the two, Nana’s (to me) has maybe richer / deeper tasting matcha while the matcha I had here was lighter and crisp (if that even makes any sense). I got the Matchamisu one and it was fire — hopefully I can go back soon!

Offers a lot of different types of drinks so there’s something for everyone! The fruit tea was nice and not super sweet. The banana cream matcha latte was nice as well - you can specify the milk type and if you want it sweetened or not.

This cute little place located in the heart of Ballard is super cute and esthetic. The staff are also so sweet and welcoming. I ordered the Mango Sticky Rice Matcha and the Vietnamese Coffee (non-vegan version, off menu). The matcha drink was delicious, and it was hand-whisked unlike the matcha drinks at other cafes. The viet coffee however was disappointing. Vietnamese coffee should be super strong (taste buds should feel like it got hit by a coffee train), that's what they're known for. The viet coffee I ordered cost $7 and tasted very mild (almost watered down). And that drink is probably the easiest to make compared to their fancier drinks. The drinks are on the pricey side - $6.50 to $8.95. Would I come back? Yes, but only for the matcha drinks.

Joie is a must-visit for matcha lovers! They hand-whisk each cup to order, and you can really taste the quality. Everyone there is super friendly—Joie herself was so sweet and took the time to explain the menu. Totally worth every penny for a fresh, beautifully made cup of matcha. Not to mention they have the cutest set up

The staff was nice and the place is very cute! My only drawback is that similar to other reviews that the strawberry matcha advertised in the pictures versus what I received in store had much less strawberry. For the price I wouldn’t order this specific drink again but might try one of their other beverages.

I didn’t wanna have to do this, but seeing how the owners of Joie are literally paying for fake 5 star reviews on Google AND Yelp is so disingenuous. This brings me no "Joie" to write this review, but it must be done. On Monday morning, June 9th, 2025, I ordered online my usual sweet corn matcha latte for my friend. As a treat I got a strawberry tea creama for my partner, and a mung bean latte with no ice for myself. Lest I forget, I come here every week, at the very least every two weeks. The drinks were pretty tasty per usual, except the latter, mung bean latte. Look at my photos and tell me if you'd pay $7 for this. The person who made said drinks was an extremely unpleasant lady. Clearly not one who enjoys small talk or anyone who comes into the establishment. Every time she works, it's actually sad. You'd think after seeing several reviews about this certain employee, management would do something about it e.g. retraining, sensitivity classes, letting her go. **UPDATE: oop…this person is CO-OWNER OF JOIE!!** By no surprise, this lady gave my partner a terrible attitude when asked to fix the drink. She escalated the situation where in any other coffee shop, they'd HAPPILY remake your drink. Oh she said she knows my order, claiming it's a Thai tea with an espresso shot??? Ma'am... I've never had that in my life. That doesn't change the fact my mung bean latte literally NO MUNG BEAN CREAM???? I understand if I opt for no ice, the drink might not be filled to the top but y'all... no ice does not mean no mung bean cream. Are we being serious right now? All that to say, at the end of all this, she thought the best course of action was to try and charge my partner $10 to make a NEW one or $3.95 for more mung bean cream that's supposed to already be included. I asked for no ice but in the end, guess what she adds... not any mung bean cream LOL Seriously? So your industry standard is to make your loyal customers suffer at the hands of a CO-OWNER’S incompetence? Alriiiiight... It's a shame because again, the drinks are actually pretty good, the setting is very aesthetic and would look great on your IG page. I'd be remiss if I forget to mention that there are two other ladies who work there who are so much nicer and in tune when it comes to ACTUAL customer service. From now on, if I ever return, I will NEVER order online simply because of the rude lady's inability to listen or her inconsistently making drinks. I ain't playing no Russian Roulette. **UPDATE: one of the said ladies, now an ex-employee reached out and expressed the verbal ab*se and bad working conditions, leading to her resignation ** For the price point, you are running up just about $10 per drink... pass. There are so many other fantastic coffee shops within a few miles radius of Joie. They're cheaper or prices that are actually worth the price with Asian inspired flavors-- check them out instead: Coffeeholic House, Atulea, Aroom (NOT SPONSORED BTW) TLDR; Bad management. Ambiance cute. Yummy yet expensive drinks. Better competition elsewhere. Not sponsored.

Cute little shop to grab a drink to go (there isn’t really space to sit down and enjoy it inside). I had a cherry merry matcha with agave to sweeten it and it was creamy and delicious! Only complaints are that there were some weird chewy gummy(?) pink bits in the cherry foam that kind of threw off the vibe, and the actual drink volume was pretty small - felt like just a few sips and then mostly ice, so overall felt a bit pricy for what I got. Still, I’d love to come back and try their other drinks as a little treat since they sound yummy!

I'm always a huge supporter now of local Asian businesses and this place is exception. Super cute and great coffee drinks for a reasonable price. The service is also amazing and I honestly wish they eventually move into a bigger spot so we can hang out and make a date out of the whole thing.

this is a really cute and fun matcha spot! i love that they have such a interesting menu, with vietnamese coffee and matcha lattes, and fun, rotating flavors. it was a bit pricey, my matcha latte came out to nearly $10, after adding sweetener. it's a small shop, so not much seating, there's two small tables and a bench, so it feels more like a grab and go spot. we got to try several of their drinks! i tried the earl grey matcha with macademia cream, the cream was good but i thought the earl grey overpowered the matcha flavor. my friend got the pandan matcha latte, the cream was delicious and the pandan flavor really came through, and it pairs so well with the matcha! the corn cream was as advertised, very corny and came with a corn gummy candy. we also got to try the butterbeer coffee, it waa very sweet and tastes kind of like a starbucks frap. they were very quick in making the drinks and super friendly! and i would definitely go again to try different flavors!

Decided to come here after seeing so many reels of it on Instagram. The vibe is pink and cute. It's a small shop with only little seating area. It's more of a grab and go place. They have lots of flavors like pandan, mungbean. I got the "pick me up" latte, which is coffee with tiramisu cream. I thought it was the perfect amount of sweetness! My drink was around $8 without tip, so it's definitely on the pricier side and would probably be an occasional treat place!

I tried their Mungbean latte and loved it! I didn't want an overly sweet drink, so decided to try this one and was pleasantly surprised in a good way. Service was quick, easy, and friendly! There isn't much seating inside, so it's definitely more of a grab and go kind of place. Excited to try more of their drinks!

A cute and small shop in Ballard. I got the iced strawberry matcha (~$8), which is pretty pricy. The strawberry foam on top was good! The strawberry jam/compote mix on the bottom was also good! The drink itself is good! This is a cute shop to get your drink and walk around Ballard. It's a pretty small shop, so not much seating options here.

This is such a cute cafe! What drew me to this place is the cute pictures and videos I saw online. But I was pleasantly surprised that their drinks were just as good as they look. We got the banana creme matcha latte and the sea salt creme latte. Both drinks were yummy! Everything on the menu looked intriguing so I'd love to come back and try the other items! The staff were amazing and friendly. They made our drinks pretty quickly, too!

Super delicious drinks. We made the drive on a day off. The service was exceptional since they are really nice. Not much seating to stay and drink though.

Cute coffee/tea shop a few blocks away from Market St in Ballard. Note that the street outside is fairly loud so not the best place to stay and chat. Tried both the Ube Latte and the Fresh Fruit tea unsweetened. The ube cream on the latte has a nice ube flavor and isn't too sweet! The fresh fruit tea is very refreshing and comes packed with real fruit. That said, I think the pineapple on the bottom comes pre-marinated in syrup so I recommend ordering the tea unsweetened if you don't like things too sweet. Service was kind and efficient. 4 stars just because the prices are a little high for the amount of drink you get.

This coffee and matcha shop is so cute. There is available street parking at the front which makes the shop easily accessible. The shop decorations makes the quant space a feel open and welcoming. I would not recommend coming here to sit and stay definitely more of a grab and go situation. The baristas made sure to ask all questions about sweetness level and milk preference. The drinks came out extremely quickly and you could see the baristas making the coffee up close and personal. The matcha was the highlight of the shop. They had good ceremonial grade matcha which can be hard to come by in Seattle. The coffee so was really delicious. This place can be expensive but definitely worth the price.

Cute decorations inside the coffee shop. There are numerous and the staff is friendly at providing suggestions. I got the Pandan Matcha Latte. It is pretty pricey for the size of the drink. I am lactose intolerant so substitute with oat milk that ended up being more than $10 for the drink. The matcha was good, doesn't have a strong bitter after taste. Wish there was more Pandan cream on top.

Lovely little spot! I got the Ube Matcha with oat milk ($1 extra) and half sweet with simple syrup. Really high quality drink, thanks so much! Cute interior as well!

I've been excited to try this place since I saw their soft opening online. And what a nice surprise! The interior is small but really cute. The quiet v-pop in the background is such a vibe. I love the different drink options. I got the banana cream matcha latte with no extra sweetener and it was divine. Matcha was smooth, and the banana cream was subtle enough that I could enjoy it but also not overpower the matcha. They also have these sweet sticky rice desserts on the counter, they were so cute, I got the egg one. It's actually so good. The egg is super soft and fluffy and the rice underneath is perfectly sweet and chewy. I'd definitely recommend it! I will 100000% be back to try the rest of their menu.

Took a much needed time out from work on this sunny Tuesday to checkout Joie, The Cup of Joy in Ballard (6/25/24). *Traffic around 3pm, dense. *Street parking, non existent after circling three times. Third time was not the charm. *Tiny pocket cafe for takeout or the two top for al fresco, sidewalk seating. *Standoffish service. Guess showing up at 1533 (close at 1600) is not optimal. *16 oz Matchamisu ($7.75). Ceremonial grade per their menu. Got it iced & unsweetened. Once at home, way too much ice. Doctored it with homemade Skagit Valley strawberry syrup. *With tax & tip, this purchase was $9.83. *Also why provide a cup sleeve when this is an iced beverage? *Checked it out & posted this review. *My brief first visit did not mirror the other Yelp posts. Just a snapshot of my experience and telling it like it is. Hope your visit is better.

To all the coffee lovers and creative drink/milk tea lovers, this is your place to visit! Super cute little place with awesome options flavors and creations of lattes. I had a vegan Vietnamese latte and it is omg good. Vegan ??? Perfect for dairy sensitive stomachs! I can wait to come back to try more items on their menu.

Joie Coffee has the cutest aesthetic, but the drinks are extremely disappointing. I tried the banana cream matcha latte. The matcha was very diluted, and the banana cream had the worst artificial flavor that tasted like banana Laffy Taffy. I would describe my drink as a banana Laffy Taffy milk and unfortunately will not be coming back.

I loved the cute interior of the coffee shop but a lot smaller than I expected. I was a disappointed there was a lack of seating and the fact it was more of a to-go coffee shop. I got the pandan matcha and my boyfriend got the cloud coconut coffee. Both drinks were great. My matcha wasn't too sweet and loved the pandan cream. Each drink was ~$8/9 and I'm not sure if I'll come back here anytime soon

Stopped by this new Vietnamese Coffee shop this past Saturday. Cute space though little small definitely a place you would probably grab and go. there are a couple chairs and a bench. A very IG space that many will take photo of. Currently not serving any staff was friendly and made suggestions when asked. Drinks were good. i had the coconut cream coffee and a fruit tea. Both were good. I especially like the option of the fruit tea.

This shop is so aesthetically pleasing but looks can be deceiving. I was so excited to try another Vietnamese owned coffee shop because Vietnamese coffee is superior. Just not this one. We ordered the pandan matcha latte ($7.25) and you can't taste the matcha at all. It was grainy and tasted like beans? We also ordered the creme brulee latte ($7.75) and it was watered down. Both drinks lacked flavor and was too expensive for what it was. The cup designs look inconsistent throughout social media platforms. I would give them another chance in the future when they're not so new.

I was really excited to try Joie after seeing tiktoks and instagram reels, but I just really felt like it didn't meet expectations. I thought the interior was really cute but it is such a small space and really more of a grab n go spot. With that said, I traveled ~40 minutes here and it just isn't worth the trip. I ordered the mung bean latte ($6.90) and my friend got the pandan matcha. We both thought the lattes were lacking in flavor, and that the matcha was basically like milk. I think their menu flavors are unique and sound yummy but may need to be perfected. I feel like maybe my rating is unfair given they just opened, but I am hesitant to return.

This is one of the cutest pink themed coffee shops I've ever been to! The decors and little touches are all so cute! All the coffee drinks are strong and not too sweet, which is the ideal preference of most Asians. The creama on top of the coffees are so smooth and delicious. The shop only has a couple seats so it's more of a to-go coffee shop. All the employees are so sweet and are happy to give you great recommendations! We got the: * Ube Latte * Sea Salt Cream Latte * Banana Creme Matcha Latte * Joie Fruit Tea

This place is decorated so cute, I love it. The service was nice. We got three drinks and 2 were disappointing and 1 was good. I probs wouldn't go back, it be pricey here. Vietnamese Iced Latte- 4/10, didn't have much flavor I thought it tasted like milk Strawberry tea - 5/10, very watery Fruit tea - 8/10, sweet and it seems to be made from fresh fruit

Was very excited to try Joie after seeing its social media hype, but left disappointed. The interior was very small and had limited seating. I got the iced matcha pandan latte ($7.25) and my friend got the matchamisu ($7.75). Aside from how ridiculously expensive their drinks are, I could barely taste the matcha in my drink. The pandan cream was good, but they only gave a thin layer of it. I do appreciate how extensive the menu is, and they have some interesting drinks that I haven't seen in other viet coffee places in Seattle. I'm not a huge fan of this place, but understanding that they've just opened, I will be down to come back in a few months to try other drinks.

The first "Vietnamese Coffeeshop" to come to the Ballard neighbourhood! I'm happy to see Vietnamese-Inspired coffeeshops are making a big wave in Seattle, and this year popped off with many new ones! I've been following Joie for a while now and have been anticipating on their opening, so I got the chance to try them during the Sunday of their Grand Opening weekend. Coming in, the shop itself is quite small that's meant for more of a grab-and-go style coffeeshop. Service was quick and easy, and I had ordered their Mung Bean Iced Latte while my partner and her sisters ordered some of the other drinks such as the Oh! Teddy Bear and the Pick Me Up Latte. For a place that markets themselves as a Vietnamese Coffeeshop, you don't really get that typical Vietnamese coffee taste which was a little disappointing. That can be excused if the coffee was at least strong, but all our drinks came out very milky. I also couldn't really taste any mung bean in the drink which was upsetting as this was the first Vietnamese Coffeeshop I've seen that served this flavour. I don't think the drinks were bad, but it seems there is still a lot of RnD that needs to be done or perhaps more training on making the drinks. I heard their matcha series were good from a few of my other friends who tried it, but the comments I've heard from others about the lattes were about the same. I would give this place a 2.5/5 from that experience, but I'm sure after some time they will keep on improving, and so I will definitely come back in a few weeks to try them again and hopefully my review will go up. I'm glad to see them open, and I'll be back eventually!

Super cute interior and exterior. Theres one bench to sit while waiting for the drink and two chairs. This is definitely a pick up and go type of place. I was in the area with a friend so stopped by on a Saturday afternoon. There was 1 person in front of us. I ordered the strawberry matcha (unsweetened) with oat milk. This was really good! The cream and the strawberry puree really tied the drink together and it was just the perfect amount of sweetness for me. My friend got the matchamisu(unsweetened) and she did not like it. I think it would have been better to get it sweetened, but they charge extra for that. The drinks itself were pretty expensive ($9/10). Would not be dying to come back.

Tried multiple of their matcha beverages and they were all completely bland. I drink matcha often but this one was just awful. Tastes so watered down and matcha flavor was extremely lacking. Drinks sound and look appealing but for good matcha I would recommend going somewhere else.

Joie is probably one of the best coffee shops in Seattle. Their drink selection is unmatched, I don't think there's anything out of their menu that I wouldn't think of ordering. I came here for a pumpkin spice latte in my latest visit and they have perfected it. It had the perfect amount of flavoring and the foam was delicious. The decor in Joie was so cute, themed around Halloween when I went. I think the aesthetic of the place is really unique compared to other coffee shops I've been around. The only thing I will say is that location is a pain to get to if you are using public transportation. You'll get a well deserved coffee after your walk. The batistas have always been patient and are speedy with the drinkmaking. I have never recieved an order I wasn't satisfied with at Joie.

I loved my OH teddy bear latte! Such a cute spot, a little buried in Ballard. Some minimal seating but a nice sweet treat. Service was fast and run efficiently, came in around 12:30p on Saturday and had no issues with the wait

EXCELLENT drinks and creative flavors. Matchamisu is my favorite. Good strong matcha flavor, lots of sweetener options, and delicious cream toppings. They use marukyu koyamaen isuzu and chigi no shiro matchas which are both delicious :) I drive an hour for these drinks. Of note: very little seating, more of a grab and go place.

Visited Joie Coffee specifically to try the new Sweet Corn Matcha Latte they have! I was pleasantly surprised at how rich the matcha tasted and the sweet corn added a surprising twist that I loved. The cafe space is very cute, but keep in mind it is small with very minimal seating and no tables. The staff were super kind as well. They even gave us some corn candy before we left. Highly recommend this place for a quality matcha latte!

Joie is a very fun shop. Lots of bright pink and white, plants, and decorations that add lots of character. The shop itself is quite small so there's not much seating options and feels cramped, but that's just most Ballard coffee shops unfortunately. The coffee itself was solid! They had a lot of exciting flavors and foams and I ended up getting the mungbean latte which was sweet and has some chunks of bean that added a pleasant texture. Overall the baristas were sweet, drink took only a few minutes to make, and I'll most likely be back soon because my friends cant stop talking about this place.

joie is a new vietnamese coffee shop that opened up a couple weeks ago in ballard. it's cute pink theme matches their drink options. i have been struggling to find a coffee shop with good matcha in seattle. they are now my favorite shop for matcha, it's definitely worth the price to try imo. the shop itself is small but they do have some seat options while you wait for your drinks. it's a good location to grab a drink and then hop on a bus/drive to the nearby botanical gardens or the docks to chill. check them out this week if you're in the ballard area give them a warm welcome. i can't wait to go back again!

I visited on a Saturday afternoon and ordered immediately. I had the matchamisu and my friend had the strawberry matcha latte. The interior is super cute and photogenic. My drink was ok and very creamy. The matcha flavor was light and subtle. My friend really enjoyed her drink; it was sweeter and had good strawberry flavor. I would order the strawberry matcha latte or a new drink next time if I were to revisit. However for the price (our drinks were almost $9 and $10), I'd pass and try a new coffee shop.

First time at Joie! Cute small shop with unique coffee flavors such as mung bean and a variety of matcha drinks too. I got the matchamisu and the oh teddy bear latte. Both drinks weren't too sweet and the cream had the perfect strength that complimented the base drink well. I'd come back!

I ordered a ube matcha, total came out to 9.53, had high expectations from other reviews, however the latte was rather milky, i couldn't really taste any matcha which is disappointing considering it was almost $10. The ube foam was really good though!

I was thrilled to know there would finally be a Vietnamese coffee shop opening up in the Ballard area. As a devoted Vietnamese coffee enthusiast, I couldn't wait to check it out! Upon arrival, I was impressed by the effort put into the decor both inside and outside. The cafe is super cute, perfect for those who love aesthetic spots, and there's plenty of street parking around the area. The service was quick and accommodating. However, my friends and I were a bit disappointed with the drinks especially with how expensive it is. Here's what we tried: * Pandan Vietnamese Coffee * Banana Matcha Latte * Mung Bean Latte Having visited numerous Vietnamese cafes, I found the coffee at Joie a bit watery. The pandan and mung bean flavors were almost nonexistent. The Banana Matcha Latte was the only drink that was okay, though the banana flavor was a bit overpowering, which I had anticipated. Overall, I think people would be better off trying places like Aroom, Drip Drip, and Coffeeholic, which are not very far from the area. I would still come back to try Joie's other drinks and give them another shot in the future to see if they make any improvements.

I had the pleasure of trying out Joie the other day and I just want to go on and say that I enjoyed every moment of it. I took a journey from Cap Hill all the way to Ballard to give Joie a try and they did not disappoint. Although the space is small I honestly feel that is okay and it's something that works well for them. The perfect place to get a coffee, tea or matcha and then take a stroll around the area or just head on with your day to day. The service was excellent, very welcoming, very accommodating and smiles that are infectious. I had the Banana Crème Matcha which was my favorite so far and I had the Coconut Cloud Latte. I am not big on coffee but the latte was not overly strong and the coconut was very subtle but added the right depth to the drink. Do yourself a favor and make sure Joie is on your list of places to try, add them to your daily routine, and tell your friends & family to give them a try.

At first I was trying to go to Rosellini's but found out they are closed that day. So I had to kill some time elsewhere and walk by Joie so decided to enter. The shop is quite small but there is a few seating area. Staff is nice and helped me choose a drink when I was blanking out in front of the menu. I got the pick me up latte, which was like regular latte topped with tiramisu cream. The cream wasn't overly sweet and it went quite well with latte. I was surprised it was close to $8. The price will likely stop me from coming here that often but still a solid choice for coffee.

The Oh Teddy coffee was good and the customer service was decent. The space is small however it's still cute. I'd still recommend this place and I'll probably be back here again to try the other drinks.

I love Joie, a cup of joy. The coffee has a good flavor and taste like coffee. We tried the Ube latte, mung beans, and strawberry matcha. I really love the interior and how cute it is! *The matcha is made by whisking in a bowl and they gave a lot of care into making their drinks. *Ube is better than any other place I've had before. *Service was great and friendly! I will be returning to try their other coffees and matchas!

My favorite place ever! They have the most tasty, fun drinks ever. I have become a weekly customer, I travel 30 minutes just to get their tasty drinks (:

Aesthetically pleasing coffee shop with a nice ambiance. I ordered the small vegan vietnamese and it was strong just how i like it! My friend ordered the matchamisu sweetened with condensed milk but it wasn't as sweet as we had thought it would be. I did think it was a bit too pricey for me to come often but will definitely come back whenever I am in town as i was just visiting the area and their menu did sound interesting. The service was fast and employees were nice.

I've been there with my wife about 6 times and tried several of their drinks. The sea salt cream latte is excellent but the matchamisu is hands down my favorite. The place is very cute and the staff is always friendly. Glad to see new local shops in Ballard.

Great service, cute aesthetic, but the drinks themselves were bland and the coffee was weak

Finally, a new Vietnamese/Korean coffee & matcha shop in Ballard! The best strawberry matcha that is actually good. I appreciate that they take care of each and every drink they serve. It had the perfect taste of Matcha and Strawberry. The interior was very well thought of and designed and its so cute inside. 5/5 stars for the delicious taste of drinks, the customer service, and the authentic taste of Vietnamese coffee beans with a twist of Korean inspired aesthetic. Will be returning for their wonderful drinks!

Cute little coffee shop. Staff was friendly, with finding coffee options to go with and answering questions I did have.

I love this place! I've been multiple times since they opened and my husband and I now make it a weekend tradition to stop by here for a coffee. My favorite is the cloudy coconut latte. The interior is cute and clean and service is friendly. I do wish they offered decaf but I'm going to continue coming back regardless.

The matcha drinks are so good! It's very cute in the shop, very cute!! Service was kind and friendly too. It's a small shop so plan to get a drink and walk around Ballard, makes a really nice morning.

this little Vietnamese coffee shop is so cute!! the employees had nice joyful energy while handcrafting my drink with love. had gotten a thai tea and it is so delicious!!! usually thai teas are a hit and miss with places but this one hit just right:) i would so recommend stopping by and checking it out!