Honor Coffee & Tea

Stopped in for the first time today. The baristas were very nice and pleasant, and the place looked spotless. Definitely looked a step up from the Starbucks that had been there before.
That said, I was not impressed overall. First of all, service was very slow. Two baristas there, and only one person in front of me, and I could not believe how long it took. It’s morning rush and people have to get to work. I ordered an almond milk mocha. The drink was lukewarm, not much above room temp. The mocha taste was almost non-​existent. Usually mochas are sweet and taste like chocolate. I don’t necessarily have to have cloyingly sweet candy drinks, but at least some distinction from a regular latte. The espresso itself is very nice though — not too strong and not bitter. I also thought the prices were rather high. $ 0.75 extra for the almond milk brought my drink to nearly $ 6 for a 16 oz. single shot almond mocha. For an impressive, handcrafted drink with awesome service, that might’ve been worth it. This was not.
While they seem nice, and the drink didn’t suck, I probably won’t be back, especially since if I’m looking for non-​Starbucks drinks, Pegasus is very close and much better.

Great little coffee stand just inside Benaroya Hall; They are open during the day. The barista was very friendly and prompt.
They serve Olympia Coffee.
Stumptown quality, slightly sweet.

«I’ve been practicing my hearts because I just want to spread a little love around!» –Honor Coffee barista :)
Happy opening week to this cute little coffee stand! Located in Benaroya Hall, this is Honor Coffee’s second location, with its main café over in Komo Plaza.
Yes, it’s more of a stand than a typical coffee shop, but they do a nice job in trying to recreate that homey, café vibe. I love the little details, from the white marble counters to the little «trees» up on the shelves. :)
Service has been great so far! Each time I’ve gone, the ladies working at the stand have been very sweet and friendly. Prices are also pretty standard — a short latte starts at $ 3.
While they still have a few kinks to work out (the beverages were a bit lukewarm and the matcha latte a bit bland), I feel like this place has the potential to be a great little coffee stop over time. I’ve also found that the coffee itself is a bit milder in taste — so if you want something bolder, this may not be what you’re looking for!
I think I’ll have to swing by in another week or so after the opening week jitters are gone. :)

I spotted this on my way to work yesterday and it was their first day open. Just went back for day 2! They’re super friendly — yesterday the expresso for my latte was remade as kinda a quality control measure bc of… coffee reasons (I don’t know anything about coffee hahah) and the finished latte was yummy and so good for the cold weather. I’m not a huge huge coffee drinker so I appreciate when lattes aren’t incredibly bitter.
Today I tried the mocha — all their syrups are housemade, and it was good. I think I prefer the latte to the mocha. This may be my new go to latte place and Storyville I’d keep for mochas bc those seems sweeter, which is my preference. I also can’t help trying any coffee shop cookies so I got a white chocolate macademia nut cookie and it’s tasty! Definitely on the crunchy vs chewy side and it’s a good size. I’m excited this place is on my way to work now :) Think I’ll try the teas next.