Walk in on a Saturday around 10 and you will find regulars at the counter, families clustered around tables, and a host quietly working the wait list.
Set in Seattle, WA, Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
If you only order one thing, make it the shakshuka — a bubbling cast-iron pan of tomatoes, peppers, and softly poached eggs, served with warm pita for sopping.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Brioche French toast dusted with powdered sugar and seasonal berries
- Breakfast burrito with eggs, chorizo, beans, cheese, and salsa roja
- Veggie scramble with spinach, mushrooms, and goat cheese
- Crab cake Benedict with old-bay hollandaise (regional specialty)
- Acai bowl with granola, banana, coconut, and honey drizzle
- House bloody mary with bacon, olives, and pickled vegetables
- Buttermilk pancakes with whipped butter and warm maple syrup
- Avocado toast on grilled sourdough with chili crisp and a soft egg
The space leans casual — exposed brick, mismatched chairs, a chalkboard menu that changes with the seasons — but the cooking is dialed in.
The hash deserves attention: crisp-edged potatoes, caramelized onions, peppers, and a runny egg on top, with hot sauce on every table.
Pro tip from the regulars: arrive before 9:30 on Saturdays or after 1 on Sundays to skip the worst of the wait.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Seattle, Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It is not the cheapest brunch in town, nor the trendiest — but it might be the most consistent, and that counts for a lot on a Sunday morning.
Tips from the regulars
- Coffee is taken seriously here. If you only know diner drip, ask the barista for a recommendation.
- If you're walking from public transit, the closest stop is a short stroll away — a small price to pay for the breakfast burrito.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free diners have real options, not just sad fruit cups.
- Tip generously — the brunch shift is the toughest in any restaurant, and the staff here keeps it warm even at peak rush.
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Su 07:00-14:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Su 07:00-14:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Seattle are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna kid-friendly?
Yes — Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna serve?
It's classified under coffee_shop — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Seattle.
Is there outdoor seating at Herkimer Coffee - Ravenna?
Yes — outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.
Location
Located at 5611 University Way Northeast. Coordinates: 47.6698, -122.3132. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.