Taproot Cafe & Bar — Restaurant in Seattle

🌱 Taproot – Columbia City’s Heartbeat of Healing & Flavor 🌱

Seattle is full of good food—but Taproot Café & Bar in Columbia City is more than a restaurant. It’s a story of nourishment, resilience, and community love.

I first discovered Taproot through my stylists Taco and Roget at Royal Roots—two of Seattle’s best hair artists—back when Taproot was mainly a juice bar. What struck me wasn’t sugar-packed blends, but smoothies made from real fruit, vegetables, and pure intention. Co-owner Tiana, a trained nutritionist, infuses every sip and bite with healing for body, mind, and soul.

And then there’s Anthony. He’s poured his spirit into building a true neighborhood staple. Some locals jokingly call him the “Grumpy Italian,” but his food and perfectly balanced Old Fashioned with Basil Hayden tell a deeper story: authenticity, craft, and care. Together, Anthony and Tiana embody the kind of love and synergy that makes Taproot feel like family.

✨ What makes Taproot global-worthy? • A wellness-forward menu rooted in real nourishment. • Craft cocktails that balance tradition with soul. • Community spirit you can taste in every detail. • A patio where neighbors (and their dogs!) connect, reminding you why Columbia City is one of Seattle’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

For me, Taproot is the place I return to after long days at Brain and Body Recess™—a sanctuary of flavor where food tastes like home and drinks carry heart.

This isn’t just dining. This is Columbia City at its finest.

Seattle—if you want real food, soulful drinks, and a space that feeds your whole being, Taproot is a must. 🌍✨

And when you’re digested and glowing from their fresh magic, follow us at @bbrecess for your next Recess. 💚

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I've given this place way too many chances — at least ten visits since moving to Columbia City — and every time it’s the same tragic cycle: cool ambiance, decent food, great cocktails… and service so painfully bad it deserves its own Netflix true crime doc.

Let’s talk about the bartender. You know the one — gremlin posture, the energy of a haunted marionette, and a face that says “I hate joy.” I don’t know what flavor of bitterness he stirs into his shifts, but it’s impressive how consistently rude he is. He somehow manages to treat paying customers like we just asked him to co-sign a loan.

Last time I went, our group dropped over $300 on drinks like fools trying to support local, only to be treated like we wandered in asking for spare change and a bathroom key. Sir, I don’t care how artisanal the ice cubes are — if I wanted to be judged this hard while drinking, I’d call my ex.

Anyway, Columbia City deserves better. Until then, I’ll be drinking elsewhere — preferably somewhere the staff doesn’t look like they lost a bet every time they...

I have been here a few times (for dinner and for lunch) and I just have to say I love it here. Every dish I’ve had has been so yummy. This place doesn’t get enough love for how yummy their food is in my own opinion. I read the reviews below regarding anything less than five stars and all I have to say is this; if you want super fast service, go get fast food. What happened to people sitting and enjoying a meal with a quant atmosphere? Is the service the most personable? No, but who cares? Everyone is perfectly nice. Are the sandwiches messy sometimes? Yes but they’re so tasty so also… who cares. But yes! The sandwiches can be saucy, so if that’s not your style, don’t order it! Anyways I think the food is always yummy and has yet to fail me. Even the smoothies...