Central Cafe in Seattle, WA
Central Cafe in Seattle, WA
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Central Cafe

Your guide to this bakery café on 2509 East Cherry Street, Seattle — hours, map, menu and directions.

Bakery café Hours listed
Get directions (206) 538-0380 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Pacific Time

Checking hours…

Monday7 AM – 4 PM
Tuesday7 AM – 4 PM
Wednesday7 AM – 4 PM
Thursday7 AM – 4 PM
Friday7 AM – 4 PM
Saturday7 AM – 4 PM
Sunday8 AM – 4 PM

62 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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2509 East Cherry Street, Seattle, WA 98122

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Address2509 East Cherry Street, Seattle, WA 98122
Phone(206) 538-0380
StyleBakery café
Time zonePacific Time
From city center1.7 mi east

About Central Cafe

Central Cafe serves Seattle from 2509 East Cherry Street, 1.7 mi east of the Seattle city center.

Our Seattle directory counts 316 bakeries in total, which works out to one bakery per 2,472 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Umami Kushi, less than 0.1 mi away.

Doors open from 7 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 4 PM, for about 62 hours across 7 days a week. Weekend visits work too — it is open Saturday and Sunday.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Morning pastries

  • Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.
  • Morning bunCroissant dough coiled with cinnamon and orange sugar, baked in a muffin tin until the edges caramelize and crunch.
  • Butter croissantLaminated pastry with dozens of crisp, shattering layers and a honeycombed, buttery interior; best eaten the morning it's baked.
  • Almond croissantDay-old croissant soaked in syrup, filled with almond frangipane and rebaked under sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

Breakfast

  • Ham & Gruyère egg sandwichFried egg, shaved ham and melted Gruyère on toasted brioche with a swipe of Dijon mustard.
  • Greek yogurt parfaitLayers of thick Greek yogurt, fresh berries and house granola with honey; cool, crunchy and lightly sweet.
  • Steel-cut oatmealSlow-simmered steel-cut oats with a nutty chew, topped with brown sugar, fresh fruit and a splash of milk.
  • Croissant breakfast sandwichFluffy scrambled eggs, smoked bacon and aged cheddar layered inside a split butter croissant and warmed through.

Sandwiches

  • Ham & brie baguetteThin-sliced ham, creamy brie and butter on a crusty baguette in the style of a Parisian café jambon-beurre.
  • Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.
  • Tuna meltTuna salad and melted Swiss griddled on sourdough until the bread is golden and the cheese starts to bubble.
  • Grilled vegetable paniniPressed focaccia filled with roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant, pesto and provolone; crisp, smoky and herby.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 7 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Central Cafe in Seattle, WA
Central Cafe
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Central Cafe
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Aisle — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Seating — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo

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Questions about Central Cafe

What are Central Cafe's hours?
Central Cafe's listed hours are Mon–Sat: 7 AM – 4 PM; Sun: 8 AM – 4 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Central Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 8 AM – 4 PM.
What time does Central Cafe open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 7 AM on Monday.
Where is Central Cafe located?
Central Cafe is at 2509 East Cherry Street, Seattle, WA 98122. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Central Cafe?
The listed phone number is (206) 538-0380.
What should I order at Central Cafe?
As a bakery café, typical picks include Cranberry orange scone, Morning bun, Ham & Gruyère egg sandwich, and Greek yogurt parfait. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Central Cafe?
Nearby options include Umami Kushi (less than 0.1 mi), Golden Wheat Bakery (0.2 mi), and Lowrider Cookie Company (0.4 mi).

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