Portage Bay Cafe
Brunch restaurant · University District ·
Local, organic cafe with noteworthy brunch & a fresh fruit topping bar
Local, organic cafe with noteworthy brunch & a fresh fruit topping bar
"Portage Bay’s five locations all have breakfast bars, where kids (and adults, naturally) can bury their pancakes, waffles, or French toast in a dazzling array of seasonal fruit, nuts, and whipped cream. The cafes also offer kids’ menus, gluten-free options, and lots of local ingredients. It’s going to be crowded on weekends in particular, so you might consider making reservations." - Harry Cheadle
"I found Portage Bay Cafe to be one of the most influential stops in Storm’s career; he still considers the eatery one of the best in the city, where he learned to 'rock the egg station,' was promoted by owners John and Amy Gunnar to sous-chef and then head chef, and was introduced to many sustainable PNW ingredients and the problems with our food chain." - Jenise Silva
"There's a stupendous sesame bagel located inside this Portage Bay market that exclusively sells fancy picnic items. Sure, the bagels are on the smaller side, but where they lack in size, they make up for in soft, stretchy texture, great bready flavor, and seeds that stick to the crunchy shell like the last party guest who can't take a hint. The salt and pepper bagel is also a standout. Just make sure to grab their garlic and herb cream cheese, which is one of our favorite schmears in Seattle, and potent enough to ward off a vampire. " - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo
"This little market in Portage Bay has a bunch of specialty products as well as a deli case where you can get some serious cured meats and fancy cheeses. They also serve cold sandwiches, hot sandwiches, and tasty wood-fired pizza. Grab a couple of pies (like the homemade meatball) or just load up your basket with a DIY charcuterie situation alongside some housemade lemonade. CLOSEST PARK: Roanoke Park" - aimee rizzo
"Little Lago is a market and espresso bar that happens to have good food, and also happens to be in a very residential area. You won’t find bachelorette party people acting like they’ve never eaten brunch before or bottomless anything (except for fresh iced tea and lemonade, which we’re on board with). Get their bagel with king salmon lox and cream cheese, some eggs in purgatory, or a couple of house pastries. And, if you get in past noon, try a pizza." - aimee rizzo