Tailwind Café at Good Weather
In the Alley, Seattle, WA
Crema's Take
“Tailwind is a genuinely cozy neighborhood gem where the space itself is as much of a draw as the coffee, with a sprawling patio perfect for Seattle summers and a warm, rainy-day-friendly interior that keeps regulars coming back. Beyond solid espresso drinks like their cardamom oatmilk cappuccino and expertly steamed lattes, they've nailed the details that matter—thoughtful baristas, strong breakfast options, and plenty of outlets and wifi that make it feel natural to linger for hours without pressure. It's the kind of place where locals become repeat visitors because the consistent kindness matches the consistently good coffee.”
What to expect
Cold brew standout, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Wifi.
Google Reviews
Lovely coffee shop, plenty of seating with some outlets for working on your laptop and great breakfast options. The cardamom Oatmilk cappuccino I ordered was fantastic. They have lots of local event posters for biking, crafting, drag and also have a sister bike shop down the…
Tailwind Cafe is a nice, low-key spot. The coffee was okay for my taste—but the space itself is the highlight. It’s cozy, comfortable, and a great place to sit and relax for a bit.
This is a really cozy spot! Everyone’s always super nice and the food is always awesome. I’ve been two or three times in the last year and that’s been consistent too. It’s a little hidden if you’re new to the area, but there’s plenty of signage once you’re out of the car and on…
Such a lovely space to grab coffee, a drink, or just hangout! An amazing patio for the summers, and such a cozy vibe for rainy days. I came first time in 2020 and got a coffee and a flat fixed and everyone was so nice. It’s only gotten cuter since then and such a beautiful…
The barista was kind, attentive, and able to track the line even when customers arriving didn’t stand in one. He made me an excellent, smooth oatmilk matcha latte and the milk was rich enough that he could shape the foam into a leaf decoration on top. The one type of vegan…
Crema Reviews
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