Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th

4.6

322 Reviews

$30 and under

Breakfast

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 64 times today

Great for brunch
Vegetarian-friendly
Lively

Located on NE 65th between Roosevelt and Green Lake, Portage Bay Cafe on 65th continues our mission of local, organic and sustainable fare. From our Crab Cake Benedict to our signature House-Made Challah French Toast, our items are carefully crafted to use the best seasonal and organic ingredients available. We also create monthly specials to further highlight our food-producing partners.

Portage Bay Cafe on 65th is a large, airy, boisterous space with lots of energy and we have heated outdoor dining all year round. We look forward to serving you soon.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Breakfast, Organic, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu, Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(206) 529-3252
Website
http://www.portagebaycafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Pedro Martinez Plata

Location
900 Ne 65th St, Seattle, WA 98115
Neighborhood
U Village / U District
Cross street
Roosevelt Way NE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are located on NE 65th between Roosevelt Way and I-5. There are multiple bus routes going both east-west and north-south.
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 322 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle / Eastern Washington
Great for brunch
Seattle
Great for brunch
Seattle
Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th is a beloved brunch destination in Seattle, praised for its "amazing breakfast" and "fantastic service." With a renowned pancake toppings buffet and locally sourced ingredients, it offers a delightful dining experience. Outdoor seating is available, though it can get busy and loud inside. Make reservations for a smoother visit.

322 Reviews

J
Jennifer
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, delicious menu! We had a party of 9 and were seated well
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Sydney
Seattle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Vegan banana pancakes weren’t great but the topping bar is always amazing!
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Roxay
Vancouver
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Been here a number of times and the food is great (especially love the berry bar) but today the service was sub par. Half our table didn’t have cutlery and we had to get up and find someone to bring it to us. Some of the overhead lights were flickering which was giving me a headache. Also… we noticed someone using their fingers to serve themselves at the berry bar… kinda gross.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We love the food! Especially the gluten free options! The bananas foster French toast with the fruit bar is amazing!!
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Mitchell
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Will definitely go back. Enjoyed the food. It was busy, but didn’t feel rushed. And all dishes were tasty. I had the Buddha bowl.
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Mark
VIP
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch. Food came out fast, service friendly and efficient, a nice atmosphere
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Justin
VIP
Seattle
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always consistent and solid. Busy but strong staff that know how to manage the crowds and still stay connected. Fresh and delicious food. Tip: Make the reservation to avoid long waits
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Vjeko
Seattle
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Farmers hash; Vegetables wore a bit burned the sad part was I couldn’t event tell which one is which nor not enough of them in the plate, one slice of purple potato was size of the quoter, served with 2oz of cubed corned beef and it was ridiculously petty and tiny, couldn’t even taste it, well written in the menu to spark up the imagination, poorly executed. Perception and reality is two different things. Time with family was wonderful….
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Lauren
Tucson
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite brunch spot in Seattle. The food is all locally sourced and/or organic. We feel safe feeding it to our infant son knowing it doesn’t have artificial colors/sweeteners or preservatives. The French toast is a MUST. Our service is always quick and so kind. Definitely recommend
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Christine
VIP
Seattle
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent brunch spot. A bit pricey which reflects the very high quality of food/ingredients vs the flavor.
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FAQs

Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 529-3252.

Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th is rated 4.6 stars by 322 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 64 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th

900 Ne 65th St, Seattle, WA 98115

Additional information

Cross street
Roosevelt Way NE
Neighborhood
U Village / U District
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu, Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Breakfast, Organic, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are located on NE 65th between Roosevelt Way and I-5. There are multiple bus routes going both east-west and north-south.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pedro Martinez Plata
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.portagebaycafe.com/
Phone number
(206) 529-3252

Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

French Toast

Seattle Benedict

Bananas Foster French Toast

Menu

What 322 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th restaurant rated?

Is Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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