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Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th, Seattle, WA

Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th

4.6
4.6
322 Reviews
$30 and under
Breakfast

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2 people
23:30
Booked 70 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 08:00–13:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–14:00
  • Phone number
    (206) 529-3252
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Pedro Martinez Plata
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Great for brunch

  • Seattle

    Great for brunch

  • Seattle

    Child-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
  1. Jennifer

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 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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  2. Sydney

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 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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  3. Roxay

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 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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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 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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  5. Mitchell

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 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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  6. Mark

    VIP

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 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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  7. Justin

    VIP

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 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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  8. Vjeko

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 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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  9. Lauren

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 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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  10. Christine

    VIP

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 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.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 70 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
  • Area
    U Village / U District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Fri 08:00–13:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–14:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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