Freya Bakery & Cafe
1400 5th Ave, Seattle, WA
Crema's Take
“Tucked away on a quiet Seattle street like a secret waiting to be discovered, Freya Bakery & Cafe combines meticulously crafted espresso drinks with genuinely excellent pastries and fresh bread that justify lingering over your cup. The intimate space—a few cozy seats inside and small tables outside—feels more like stumbling into a neighborhood favorite than walking into a cafe, and the passionate staff who can tell you the story behind the name will make you wish you'd found it sooner than your last day in town.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Freya Bakery & Cafe may look like a little hole-in-the-wall at first, but it’s such a great find. There are a few seats inside and a couple of small tables outside, and it’s located on a quiet street not far from Pike Place Market. The food was excellent — the quiche was perfect and the coffee was super delicious. It’s a wonderful spot to escape the crowds around Pike Place while still enjoying really good baked goods and coffee. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area.
I will 100% be coming back here—so sad I discovered this spot on the last day of my Seattle trip. I absolutely loved the coffee and breakfast. The bread was fresh, and the coffee was excellent. I ordered the latte flight, which was perfect for trying their different flavors, along with the egg croissant sandwich with spinach. The staff were friendly, and the ambiance was modern, spacious, clean, and very aesthetic.
I stumbled across this place accidentally. Wow! What a great find. I already had my Starbucks, so will have to try a coffee next time, but had room for a pastry. I got the blueberry danish and it was delicious. The venue is clean, comfortable, and very open. It has a great vibe. The cashier was friendly and efficient. I will definitely have to come back for more.
In Seattle visiting and this was the most delicious bakery and cafe. The staff was so nice and service was excellent. We asked about the name Freya and got the most passionate origin story. We ordered the quiche, tomato ricotta croissant, Norwegian brunch, and pear brûlée. Their coffee was also so good (they roast their own beans). We could eat here every day - and we did!
Kinda of a hidden gem below the tourist traps of Pike Place Market (take the stairs down to Western and its steps away). Great seating and fantastic selection of bakery items, including single serving cake. The Matcha Dome itself is worth the visit. I had a the Gluten Free Cherry Orange (coffee) bread - not sweat and perfectly flavored. They also have Macadamia nut for milk alternative.
Crema Reviews
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