Black sesame latte was a surprisingly delicious combination!
Phenomenal service as well. I usually try not to enter a store 5 minutes before closing (because the one time I did at a huge coffee franchise, not knowing the closing hours, I was politely reminded that they were closing in 5 minutes, and that faux pas made me anxious about making a similar mistake again) but I was in a bind. Worried about what's to come, I was pleasantly met by cheerful and patient service with no complaints at all. Blown away by that unexpected kindness.
I do wish they were opened for more hours, as there is definitely a demand. I was at the outside tables wolfing down my meal and noticed many people expressing disappointment for not getting there earlier before the Cafe closed. Understandable as it is about the only one place to get drinks and food in the huge Bellevue Botanical Gardens. I wish CKC the very best in extending their...
Read moreLocated in a beautiful setting, this coffee shop always delivers great food. They put a bit less syrup in their coffee drinks than many other coffee shops, so that you can still taste the coffee. The coffee has a deep rich, unburnt flavor which is what I look for. The pastries are fresh and tasty.
More than anything else, the staff and the owner are always helpful and kind.
Christina (the owner) and Sam and everyone who has helped me, are fantastic!
This place is a true gem.
Follow up: I went again 2 days ago and Christina gave me a free drink, saying that she knew that I had been there at least 10 times, so would have earned a free drink if I had used their loyalty program. That level of service is very much appreciated and...
Read moreI was not able to dine in or takeout. I could not get breakfast, lunch or dinner. I was not able to order any coffee. Two baristas stood at the espresso machine, making drinks, but never looked up to see that there was a line of customers five deep. There was only one person who had ordered and was waiting for a drink. I was first in line and moved to where they could not help but see me, but they still did not acknowledge they had a customer or let me know that they would be right with me. I stood there for a full five minutes hoping to just get a can of sparkling water. Then I had to leave for a meeting. Dear manager, please train your workers to speak to...
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