Cafe Septieme
(206) 860-8858
214 Broadway E
Seattle,
WA
98102
47.6202
-122.3207
Neighborhoods: Capitol Hill, Broadway
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The Scene
Tall ceilings, red walls, local art and crisp white cloths topped with scribble paper: This cafe is a classic setting for hipsters, couples, students and everyone else who lives on the hill. The outdoor seating area is popular even if it's damp outside, while less scene-oriented folk hole up in the back and slouch the day away. Service has a reputation for attitude, but actually shows plenty of care with prompt orders and frequent refills.
The Food
The biscuits and gravy are justifiably famous, combining crumbly, tender biscuits with rich gravy. The burgers are topped with provolone and bacon, and condiments come in little dishes so everyone can customize. Dinners should start with the hors d'oeuvre plate, which is piled high with pickled vegetables, peppers, cheese, olives and spreads. Desserts are baked daily, and always include choices with toasted nuts, dark chocolate and seasonal fruit.
User Reviews
BexJ
May 06, 2009
Worst place ever. The place smelled. The pasta was watery, more like mac&cheese with no cheese. My chicken was pink, not even cooked. My broccoli was old. This was the worst food ever. I will never go back. Bad service, bad and old food.
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kaffe
January 13, 2009
It would seem that, in its long history (and I've been going to this establishment since its days as a chic coffee shop that sold food in Belltown), Cafe Septieme has gone through a few notable transitions. It moved up to the Hill; it expanded its menu; it was handed over to new ownership; it made the paper with the "manager firing" incident; it painted some its venerable red walls yellow -- all the while making subtle improvements, rotating the artwork, and enduring a fairly regular turnover of staff. Someday, no doubt, a book will be written about the history of this venerable Seattle institution. Maybe even a documentary film. Meanwhile, the latest change has been the lowering of prices. The last time I ate there, I didn't notice a huge drop in the cost of food, but what I did notice was that the offerings had definitely gone a la carte. So, for instance, a pasta dish going for about $15 that used to come with salad and bread is still about $15, minus the salad and bread. So, it strikes me as less of a cost-savings and more of an amenities-loss. I can't figure out if Septieme is therefore trying to be more like other restaurants in balkanizing its menu or trying to lure in customers (new as well as old, some of whom have stopped going there). I'm not sure where Septieme is going anymore. I get the feeling it's lost its bearings. The food has become so-so, undependable, at best; the wait staff remains cheerful, under difficult circumstances; and only the most die-hard regulars, and a smattering of unfamiliar faces, populate the tables nowadays. Still, the drinks are stiff, as is the frosting on the fabulous cakes. Wither, Septieme?
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goldina
January 03, 2008
i don't know what i would do without this place. septiemme is appropriate for the most awkward meeting with the ex and is comfy for the sexiest date. you can get lots of stuff done there in groups, have two hour long existential conversations, and mull over your bottomless cups of coffee with a rotating cadre of friends. you never get pressured to leave before you are ready. the service is usually pretty good, esp eves and weekends. i consistently get the open faced flank steak sandwich (cheesy and yummy with a side sept. salad) which is a deal. anything with the septiemme salad is good too (walnuts, gorgonzola, and pears oh my!). most of all, they make their own ketchup which i could eat on its own, it is so delicious. sure, the place is kind of dark and the cheaper part of the menu is too sandwich-y - but i can't think of a more lovely place on the hill to get together with friends.
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Parking:
Meters can be hard to come by, and residential free parking is nearly impossible. Head for any of the inexpensive pay lots in the vicinity.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Bar Scene
