I prefer it in the mornings; you can sit for a few hours reading the paper, people watching, and drinking cup after cup of coffee. I also adore that it's really in the heart of downtown, a skip away from Pike Place Market, and yet it feels like a secluded respite far outside of the city. Next time you're visiting, go see for yourself.

Le Pichet
1933 1st Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98101
(206) 256-1499
Hours: Everyday, 8am - Midnight

Other Quiet Spots for Breakfast in Seattle:

Volunteer Park Cafe: Good absolutely anytime of day (those cookies!), VPC is wonderful in the mornings for a slice of quiche at the big, rustic community table. Their caramelized banana brioche and breakfast panini are also quite popular (did I mention you should get a cookie to go?)
Cafe Besalu: Ballard's neighborhood bakery has the flakiest croissants in the entire city. Not many seats and often a line out the door, everything here from strong lattes to savory scones are worth waiting for.
The Fat Hen: The Fat Hen is a relatively new spot in the North Ballard neighborhood housing Delancey and Honore Bakery, and it boasts simple breakfast and lunch items including baked eggs, housemade granola and yogurt, and coffee cake and other little sweets.
Macrina Bakery: Macrina is a Seattle classic. Their rocket muffins are pretty wonderful as are the Italian plum roll and morning buns. Much more of a bakery than a sit down cafe, they're well known for their breads, pastries, and granola.
Eltana: Eltana is a new discovery for me and while I think the space itself is sterile and uninspired, the hand-rolled wood-fired bagels and housemade spreads and schmears are incredible. When I decide to sit and stay, I always order the Shakshuka (Israeli pepper, tomato, and egg stew). It's hearty, warm and perfect for sopping up with a rustic bagel.
Glo's: Down-home and unfussy. Endless cups of coffee and the best Eggs Florentine in the city. A little gem in Capitol Hill.

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Quiet Spots for Breakfast in Seattle