Leon Coffee House
| Leon Coffee House | |
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 The restaurant's interior, 2024 | |
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| Restaurantinformation | |
| Established | 2021 |
| Owner(s) | Lupe Chavez |
| Food type | Mexican |
| Street address | 1309 Northeast 45th Street |
| City | Seattle |
| County | King |
| State | Washington |
| Postal/ZIP Code | 98105 |
| Country | United States |
| Coordinates | 47°39′40″N122°18′50″W/ 47.6612°N 122.3139°W |
| Website | leoncoffeehouse |
Leon Coffee Houseis acoffee shopinSeattle'sUniversity District,in theU.S. stateofWashington.Established in 2021, the family-owned business is among the city's onlyMexicancoffee shops and has a colorful interior with various backdrops and decorations. The menu includes coffee andespressodrinks,horchataand other varieties oflattes,as well aschurros,flan,nachos,pastries,tamales,andwaffles,among other food items.
Description
[edit]Leon Coffee House is a family-owned Mexicancoffee shopnext toNeptune Theatre,on Northeast 45th Street,[1]inSeattle'sUniversity District.The lower level is used more for dining and the upper level is designed for studying and working.[2]The bright and colorful interior has various backdrops, a life-sized "Barbie box",[1]a crystalchandelier,a floral indoor swing,Frida Kahlopaintings, neon signs, a rainbow staircase, and umbrellas of various colors hanging from the ceiling.[2][3]According toEater Seattle,Leon has "a vibe that's both decadent and whimsical".[4]
In addition to coffee and espresso drinks, the menu includeshorchata,taro, and velvetlattes,as well asmochasand drinks withmatcha.[3][4]Some of the restaurant's drinks featurelatte artdepicting animals such as bears, cat, and rabbits,[1]as well as characters likeSpongeBob SquarePants.[5]Food options includechurros,flan,[1]granola,nachos,pastries,porktamales,sandwiches, toasts, andwaffles.[2][3]Leon has a station with watermelon mint water for patrons.[3]
History
[edit]Owner Lupe Chavez opened Leon in late October[4]or November 2021.[6]The business is among Seattle's only Mexican coffee shops.[2]
In 2022, Leon participated in the U District Partnership's first annual Cherry Blossom Festival, serving cherry-filledcroissants,cherry-flavoredItalian soda,and a cherry mocha with latte art.[7]Leon offered drink specials for the same event in 2023.[8]In 2024, the business was featured on thePBSseriesThe Nosh with Rachel Belle(episode "When Food Is Art" ).[9]
Reception
[edit]In 2023, Piper Davidson ofThe Daily of the University of Washingtongave Leon ratings of 2.5 for "study-ability", 2.75 for affordability, 4.0 for quality, and 3.1 overall, each on a scale of 5.0. Davidson called the restaurant "vibrant" and "any millennial Instagram influencer's fantasy", opining: "I was charmed by the Leon Coffee House. While it may not be the most studious atmosphere, it is certainly a wonderful place to treat yourself."[2]
Jeffrey Martin ofSeattle Refinedcalled Leon "a quintessential Seattle coffee shop — with a twist" and "a wonderland of coffee, food, and Instagram-worthy ambiance". He complimented the atmosphere and the flavored water, and wrote, "This place is seriously incredible. Super friendly staff, great ambiance, plenty of space for any need. For me, this is a must-go-to coffee shop."[3]
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See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^abcd"Amazing latte art and delicious drinks at Mexican coffee house in Seattle".KING-TV.2023-03-13.Archivedfrom the original on 2024-04-23.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^abcdeDavidson, Piper (2023-02-13)."Leon Coffee House: Northeast 45th Street's festive hideaway".The Daily of the University of Washington.Archivedfrom the original on 2023-02-27.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^abcdeMartin, Jeffrey (2022-03-14)."The only thing cuter than the vibe at Leon Coffee House is their latte art".Seattle Refined.Archivedfrom the original on 2022-05-16.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^abcStreefkerk, Mark Van (2016-10-06)."Great New Coffee Shops in the Seattle Area".Eater Seattle.Archivedfrom the original on 2022-11-29.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^"Six essential spots to celebrate National Coffee Month in western Washington".KING-TV. 2023-08-11.Archivedfrom the original on 2024-09-16.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^"Fancy Indian food, a hot new vegan place and 25 other new restaurant openings in Seattle".The Seattle Times.2021-11-27.Archivedfrom the original on 2022-12-07.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^"Pink petals everywhere: Cherry blossom season celebrations return".Seattle Gay News.Archivedfrom the original on 2024-09-16.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^"Guide for attending Cherry Blossom Festival at UW".KING-TV. 2023-03-23.Archivedfrom the original on 2023-05-29.Retrieved2024-09-16.
- ^The Nosh with Rachel Belle | When Food Is Art | Episode 2 | PBS.Retrieved2024-09-16– via pbs.org.
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