La Copa Cafe
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La Copa Cafe
Located in the historic Loyal Heights, Seattle, we're focused on serving locally crafted seasonal fare with cafe classics. All of our food is hand-crafted on site by nutritionist/chef & baker team Donovan Curry and Alaina Milligan.

From the Very beginning we have been dedicated to serving the Loyal Heights Community with a variety of delicious, healthy, hearty and homemade products made with love from whole, local, real ingredients all along creating and cultivating both community and an eco culture that is sustainable for the future of our planet.
Services
In addition to a full service Cafe, we are proud to offer our gallery and outdoor garden terrace space to rent for your next event! We can host groups of up to 50 people, and provide a sound system, PA, refreshments, and catering. For pricing, and booking information please see the calendar below, and contact us with the form on the bottom with additional information.
Reviews (24)
Freeman Design
Freeman Design
Jan 24, 2022
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I’m an avid coffee drinker and very picky. It says a lot that when I was looking for a house in the area and discovered this little gem of a place, it was one of my key pros in choosing the house I bought. Great food, friendly uplifting staff/community with real interaction. The coffee is some of the best I’ve had in Seattle. Highly recommend
Tony J.
Tony J.
Dec 30, 2021
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Good coffee, a huge variety of pastries and food items (everything from somosas to pizza slices to breakfast burritos), nice atmosphere, friendly workers. Their pricing on food is very competitive, cheapest in the area.
Cons: overall quality is about a 6.5- 7/10, I had the somosa and pizza. Somosa was very good, the pizza slice had too much cheese and reminded me of elementary school pizza in terms of quality.
Dave Machemer
Dave Machemer
Dec 05, 2021
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La Copa was my go-to coffee shop all during covid. If I couldn't eat in, I would stock up to take home. Sometimes Mason and Duckie were the only live humans I spoke to for days (not on the screen)! A lifeline to living, breathing humanity during lockdown.
Allison S.
Allison S.
Oct 04, 2021
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Couldn't quite figure out why everyone is so crazy about this place. A friend brought me here to get coffee and a quick bite before heading on the road. I ordered a mocha, tuna melt, and a breakfast sandwich. The guy working there making coffee and making the food was not wearing a mask. It was also extremely warm inside and he was sweating. Made me a bit uncomfortable.

I asked if he had hot sauce and he looked so irritated. He told me there was some around the corner. But because they were only offering to-go, I was confused how I would take any sauce with me since there were no containers
Antennaria Boutelou
Antennaria Boutelou
Aug 25, 2021
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A classic Seattle coffee shop. Unpretentious, eclectic, and tasty. The service is wonderful, and you'll get to see all the neighborhood dogs stop by.
Taylor Whittemore
Taylor Whittemore
Jul 27, 2021
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I go this place at least twice a week it is amazing! The coffee there is so so good and their breakfast burritos are to die for (especially during a hangover). They recently added frosé to the menu which was super exciting. In addition, their back patio is super spacious with beautiful plants and flowers. Inside is nice and clean with plenty of plants and places to sit.
All of the staff is super friendly and allow well behaved dogs inside and on the patio. I cannot recommend this place enough for coffee and great drinks!
Amelia J.
Amelia J.
Jul 21, 2021
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Nice little funky neighborhood spot with sweet and savory food options. They serve True North (local) coffee. The back patio had plenty of seating and some coverage from sun and rain. The nitro cold brew was light and tasted a bit like caramel and served over ice. It's not as strong/bold as the Starbucks nitro cold brew, not as much foamy head either. The pastries were too sweet for my tastes, but maybe that's your preference.
R. R.
R. R.
Jul 13, 2021
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I haven't sampled any food or pastries; this review is about the man behind the counter and the setting. The MBTC was friendly, affable, and made a great recommendation for a cold, noncaffeinated beverage on a hot afternoon. The setting is Northwest de Funk. A variety of chairs and tables furnish both the indoor and outdoor areas. We sat outside under a canopy at a picnic table. We were very comfortable. I look forward to returning.
McKenzie Brickl
McKenzie Brickl
Mar 12, 2021
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Cannot recommend this place more. Delicious food! Excellent staff! Chill vibe. Serious about social distancing.
K. T.
K. T.
Jan 27, 2021
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We LOVE this place. It is a real Seattle coffee house, with HOMEMADE food and treats. When restaurants were open my husband and I would also do some date nights here as they serve alcohol too and have tables to play games at. It is also family friendly. Friendly staff too. But seriously, the food is so delicious and comforting. Nothing beats homemade, in house! Our favorites are the cookies, soups, grinders, coffee and smoothies.
Luke M.
Luke M.
Jan 18, 2021
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Absolutely outstanding food. Turkey pesto sandwich will blow your mind. It doesn't matter what their soup of the day is, get it. I'm not a huge minestrone lover but it was amazing. Neighborhood, very local vibe in all the best ways. Highly recommended.
Jay A.
Jay A.
Nov 28, 2020
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I had the best chocolate chip cookie since my grandmother passed. La Copa and she had the same secret ingredient or method.
Samantha G.
Samantha G.
Oct 04, 2020
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My cappuccino and oatmeal cookie was super delicious! I'm rating this place a five because of the person that helped serve us. She was so nice and super friendly. Taught me something about cappuccinos. Whenever I'm in town i will definitely come back.
Vince M.
Vince M.
Sep 13, 2020
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Lack of pretentiousness. Old school. Friendly and very very down to earth. Kinda reminds me of old Ballard, before the beautiful people showed up and yuppified everything. Great coffee, food and beer. Super friendly and chill place.
Meghan Michels
Meghan Michels
Aug 31, 2020
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What a great cafe! They have a large variety of freshly baked pastries, tasty sandwiches and breakfasty items. Always playing some mellow tunes and the staff are super friendly. I always get the broccoli quiche. Yum!
Kenneth S.
Kenneth S.
Aug 27, 2020
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Everything I have tried from the pastries, cookies (not one is bad tried them all mmmm good), pies, soups, and sandwiches that they do not skimp on and they are all are outstanding. I love their Veggie, Tuna Melt, and Grinder sandwiches Their coffee drinks are the best that I have found in Ballard, rich and flavorful. I have not tried the beers or wins but they have a great selection. Great customer service friendly and lots of laughing when you get to know them. If you like chocolate on special days they have what is called Goo Balls and their gluten free chocolate nut outstanding. The chocolate
Kittredge H.
Kittredge H.
Jul 08, 2020
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I have nothing but good things to say about this place. First off, I stopped in to grab a quick bite and found out they had some amazing beers on draft as well as a killer cider selection!! All local and delicious. Along with that pleasant surprise, they have great pastries that are hand made and crafted on site and even better coffee. Personally I don't drink coffee but everyone I've taken there has loved it and been eager to go back! Lastly, huge shoutout to the workers, Donovan, Alaina, and Mason have been nothing short of wonderful. They're always so attentive and kind and give
Snoozin P.
Snoozin P.
Dec 13, 2019
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Really cozy and comfortable cafe and I had a sandwich a pastry and a cold brew - all were good and served attractively in artistic ceramic plates. Plus there is an interesting art show in the walls and cozy seasonal decor. Relaxing music. Variety of little tables from counter to window table to corner fireplace.
Esther Stifano
Esther Stifano
Dec 08, 2019
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Finally - something different!! There are a lot of coffee shops in Seattle but our neighborhood was really in need of a place to grab a quick bite to eat - Donovan has solved this for all! He makes everything in house and from scratch. I don’t know how he’s so talented but everything at Copa is delicious. From the grilled grinder sandwiches to homemade soups, cookies and even gelato - thank you for being the best thing this neighborhood has seen in a very long time!
No need for an over priced “Jewish deli” - just good old fashioned food, great subs, all homemade. Closest thing to a NY
Amanda K.
Amanda K.
Jun 12, 2019
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This cafe has mostly tables for two, and three tables for four, as well as some bar space. It's a decent place to chill and have a drink, or do work. I had a strawberry smoothie, which was really refreshing. I will have to try their coffee or some food next time (heard great things about both). The owners are very friendly and attentive. :)
Cortney E.
Cortney E.
Jan 30, 2019
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We love our local cafe, delicious homemade fresh pastries, sandwiches and soups. Also great coffee, wine and beer. The chorizo breakfast burrito is amazing!
Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M.
Nov 12, 2018
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I tried this place for the second time -l the biggest complaint I was was the barista - behavior, professionalism, and lack of skills. The barista (gender unclear) was probably about 17 and they were not working quickly and instead socializing with friends who seemed to be visiting them at work. The barista was loudly oversharing about a unicorn tattoo they had rather than focusing on getting my family's drinks correct. My dad ordered a short mocha and got a short late which was actually much more like a cappuccino. The environment is nice and it's a short walk from my parents so I may
Marie B.
Marie B.
Jan 14, 2018
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After finishing an entire book in a warm futon nest, I saw glimmers of blue outside. Best to seize some vitamin D and get some lunch (1/13/18).

I decided on La Copa Cafe over on 80th and 24th in Ballard. The Yelp posts were accurate and glad I stopped in. Evidently I had been under a rock since this neighborhood gem has been open and thriving for over a year.

It is located next door to Cafe Munir with ample 1 hour street parking. I was drawn in by the pastry cases, great variety with slight imperfections indicated baked onsite.

There are also a variety of seating arrangements, front window counter
Brian C.
Brian C.
Nov 03, 2017
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The first entry in my pursuit of Seattle's best cappuccino, or "CappQuest"© if you will, brings me to La Copa, a cool, unassuming independent neighborhood cafe, the sort that used to be the norm in Seattle before corporate chain stores ruined the scene. They do everything in house here, from the cookies and cakes to the soups and sandwiches. This is the epitome of the hyper-local DIY food joint I wish there were more of!

In a funky old 1930's style building that amazingly hasn't yet been razed to put up yet another condo, La Copa features local artists works on display