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El Cerro

Puerto Rican Coffee, Vegan Bakes

Worth ordering: #1 Coffee in Seattlenamed in 12 reviews

Ask staff for drink samples when choosing among the specialty coffees.

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Top tips

  • Try the coconut latte, Dirty Morir Soñando, or El Ajonjolí for a distinctive specialty drink.
  • Good to know: Call ahead or arrive early if you’re making a special trip for pastries; the selection can sell out or be limited later in the day.
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  • Try the guava pastelillo or tornillo among the Puerto Rican pastries.
  • The small cafe has a clean, lively setting that reviewers found comfortable for studying.

People mention

Pastry, latte and el ajonjolí.

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Also guava pastelillo, tornillo, cold brew, dirty morir soñando, drink and espresso.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, lively atmosphere and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for affordable, beautiful interior, fast service and good value.

Good to know

  • Dish availability varies; check with the venue
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, lunch, coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites

About

El Cerro is a small, fully vegan Puerto Rican cafe serving island-sourced coffee, rotating specialty drinks, pastries, and compact bites such as the Tripleta and Jackfruit Cold Sando. Guests mention friendly, often bilingual staff, lively music, and standout drinks like the coconut latte and Dirty Morir Soñando; pastries can sell out, so call ahead or arrive early if you have a particular bake in mind.

Vegan menu

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El Cerro · dine-in · 65 dishes and drinks

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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1316 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
07:00–16:00
Wednesday
07:00–16:00
Thursday
07:00–16:00
Friday
07:00–16:00
Saturday
07:00–16:00
Sunday
07:00–16:00

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Great atmosphere
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How we rank

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Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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