Salt and Sugar Cafe and Bakery

5615 24th Ave NW, Seattle, WA

★★★★★4.5(422 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked into Ballard, this cozy spot has earned a devoted following for its unexpected Lebanese-inspired pastries, especially the never-disappointing baklava, alongside impeccable breakfast classics like savory cheddar chive scones with tomato jam and frittata. The kitchen shines equally whether you're ordering a perfectly balanced hazelnut mocha or the Washington Waffle Combo with spiced apples, and the staff maintains genuine warmth even during the rush, making it feel less like a transaction and more like a neighborhood gathering place. It's the kind of place where a wrong order might lead you to your new favorite thing, and where the care in execution—from pastry lamination to ingredient pairing—shows in every bite.

What to expect

PastriesFamily friendlyLight foodTraditional drinksSlow sitFull breakfastSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Ken Long
★★★★★2 months ago

A stranger to this area, I wandered in because the review said this place had baklava. Tried to order an egg and lox breakfast sandwich. Accidentally ordered lox and veggies on a scone. I hate scones. Well, at least I did. Now I know what a scone is supposed to taste like. I shook the hand of the woman who made it like this was The Great British Bake-off. I also got the baklava. Delicious! Avoid sitting next to where they bring out the food. You’ll see all the other delicious options available, and I’ll constantly second-guess your choice. The waffles look divine, for the record.

angelo Blandon
★★★★★3 months ago

All staff is very courteous and friendly, even during peak hours they were always attentive! The Washington Waffle Combo was delicious 🤤 especially the apples with apple spread was spot on. Completing with a Lebanese Coffee paired with a Magic Bar was perfect 🤩.

Julie M
★★★★★3 months ago

This was my second favorite breakfast of all time only followed by ORB in Vancouver Canada. I highly recommend the cheddar chive scone with tomato jam, cheese and frittata. I added avocado. You can’t really eat it’s like a sandwich but need a knife and fork. I enjoyed a side of turkey bacon as well. The owner promotes farmers with a small rack of imported items like olive oil, sumac spice, etc. very friendly

Andre Lee
★★★★★6 months ago

It's a nice cozy spot down here in Ballard, great place to both chill out and having nice pastry and breakfast. The Baklava never disappoint and the hazelnut mocha is just as awesome!

Rick Hadsall
★★★★★11 months ago

Amazing find in Ballard for a breakfast or lunch stop! Menu ranges from sweet - waffles - to savory - also waffles, and sandwiches and plates. Lebanese menu includes some incredible options that aren’t standard cafe fare - eggs qawarama for example is worth six stars if I was able! Get some Lebanese coffee and then take some of the baked goods to go. This place is delicious and the service is amazing - friendly!

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