Palermo Pizza Pasta Ballard - Seattle

Very friendly, welcoming, helpful staff. Good indoor space with lots of windows for light. Strong Coffee is definitely their signature. I didn't care for the coffee, too bitter for me. But if you're into that, this is the place! Really yummy custard (loads) filled chocolate frosted donut. Gluten free Bob's Red Mill Oatmeal in a variety of flavors. Two Gender Neutral Restrooms. Street parking and bus stops close. Very walkable area in Ballard-lots of shops, restaurants, cafes, etc.

TLDR: Serves the best Mocha I have ever had. Great coffee find in Ballard. I have had the mocha and the cold brew coffee here both of which were great! The mocha especially is unlike any other mocha I have ever had. Super creamy consistency made for delicious coffee. They have ample seating with free Wifi and charging ports. Nice place to work from. The music is good too.

WiFi here is great, latte with coconut milk comes with some delicious love, but some of the staff aren’t really paying attention to the mess. Some of the tables have grease or white powder on the table and the floor is dirty. I would have given a 5 stars for having many alternative milk options (sugar free oat milk, hemp milk, almond milk, and coconut milk) options, many alternation milk options, being in a great location, there’s street parking, cool hipster vibe, lots of outlets, the art on the wall is ok, but what drew me in online initially are the books. I’m such a nerd. I like libraries, but they are too quiet so this was a good middle ground between coffee shop and library feel for me to work at.

Ordered a coffee, it came out nicely, perfectly textured milk and coffee extraction. Was delicious. Barista was on point! Ordered a lemon danish and it was delicious! Staff are personable and friendly.

Huge pastries and good atmosphere. Can't give it a five star review because the espresso machines were out of commission. Will update my review next time I visit. Edit: Tried a Cortado and I must say, it was quiet delicious!