Soundview Cafe

Basically a New York diner with a relatively short list menu, serving breakfast all day with a gorgeous view of Elliott Bay. The cafe is easily missed if you're not looking for it, because it's not visible from the main cobblestone drive. Although it's located in close proximity to the famous fish throwing seafood market, you have to go in a little towards the "Sound", pass several gift vendors to find the entrance on the right. Considering Bidenflation, menu prices are still relatively affordable in the very expensive Emerald City and Pike Place Market tourist stop. Beware that Seattle has one of the highest, if not the highest sales tax rate in 🇺🇸. Credit card & cash accepted. Every table inside has a picturesque Puget Sound view. Unfortunately, there was a thick haze obstructing the waterview due to the current wild fire smoke. The food was very good. Nothing was salty, greasy or overly saucy. Clam chowder in the sourdough bread bowl was tasty but not salty. Ravioli with mushrooms was flavorful and a generous portion. Buttermilk pancakes were fluffy & spongy just the way I like 'em. Loco moko was flavorful & filling. View platter was perfectly prepared. Everything tasted delicious, generous portions, friendly & prompt service, good selection for a modest size menu. Only minor complaint was that the coffee was subpar, especially for Seattle. Highly recommended to tourists & locals alike. Support your local small businesses & restaurants 👍

Love this place, order first and then get a table, as they say trust the process! Got waterfront view and the it’s really crowded! Servers will call out your name to look for you, very American movie vibes. Seafood chowder is perfect, creamy yet not greasy, and chicken quesadilla is highly recommended too! Unexpected great taste! And servers are very friendly too!

We love this restaurant‘a location with views! Sitting by the window with famous clam chowder in bread bowl, topped with house Angus burger and beer! All dishes were delicious, the chowder with sourdough bread was very filling that you wouldn’t have room for anything - best to share if that’s an option. Warning - seating is tricky- self service/first come first served and there is always so many people waiting to grab a table. Plan to be patient if you really want the table by the windows.

We ate a bit early for lunch (11am) and the line moved fast. The cashier was friendly and quick. The food was excellent (we had a burger, Soup, and kids Mac and cheese.) The restaurant asks that you to not hold a seat and to trust that a seat will open by the time you've ordered. They politely enforce this rule. One such customer ignored this rule and the staff nicely asked that they get in line to order like everyone else following directions. As a rule follower and a fan of social justice I was pleased at how they handled it. I would go back here. The view was good and it was not too loud, clean, and super tasty food. 5 stars. - Andy from Nashville, TN

Excellent (pleasant and kind) service (from ordering with the cashier to receiving food from staff at my table). Water views were amazing on a sunny (yes, sunny!) Seattle spring morning! Seafood breakfast bowl (eggs over medium over potatos with salmon and prawns) was delicious!Thank you, Sound View Cafe, for being open and part of my Seattle travel adventures!