Rooster’s Espresso

Great service– sometimes the line is too long. But worth the wait! Tired off being told review not long enough to leave… annoying!!!

Been going to this drive thru espresso stand for 8 years now. It just keeps getting better. They’re always fast to make your coffee. Even if the line is long, the baristas will come out to get your order before you get to the order window. The baristas also are good to memorize your order. Not sure how they do it. One of my favorite drinks here is the Rooster Cooler. It’s a frozen blended drink. Reminds me of a Starbucks frappichino but ten times better and not as sweet. You can have a flavor added but you don’t even need one. It tastes good just plain.
They definitely know how to make coffee drinks. Perfect temp. Perfect amount of foam. I’ve never been disappointed.
Sometimes when I’m in a hurry I get one of their handmade breakfast burritos. They have two types both vegetarian. One is the Spicy Achiote Burrito with black beans, potatoes, cheese and achiote sauce in a handmade flour tortilla. The other is the Salsa Fresca Burrito with eggs and salsa and cheese. The size is just perfect and they always hit the spot.
The owner frequently works here and she’s always a pleasure.

Rooster’s is our daily caffeine fix! Regardless which of the 3 locations we visit, the coffee is consistently perfect. All baristas know our regular drinks; my drink is particularly difficult as I refuse to make decisions early in the morning and leave it up to them to decide what flavor I get. They always remember to be light on the syrup and are always creative.
When running late and missing breakfast, their Salsa Fresca burritos are just right!

Tried this place out today because of the high Unilocal rating and reviews, and wasn’t disappointed! Very fast, very friendly and knowledgeable barista. The cappuccino was thoughtfully well-​made. Can’t ask for more than that from a drive-​through espresso stand…

Always consistently great! Friendly baristas that make you feel like family. Convenient location as you jump on the 5.

Tried this place on a whim today. Won’t be going back. The barista was rude and my coffee mediocre.

Love this place! The special blend of coffee they serve is great. It also helps that their baristas not only seem to be very consistent with the drinks they make but are also very fast in getting them out. I haven’t been disappointed yet! Thanks Ashley!!!

I’ve been picking up my morning mocha here regularly over the last few years. While the crew isn’t the most chatty of folk and they may seem like they’re on the more disingenuous side — they really aren’t. In fact, they have system to pumping out their rush (es) of customers. I’m pretty sure keeping things light and sweet is part of the routine. Ain’t nobody got time for chatty kathy when they have a line (of cars, because it’s mostly drive through business) or when you REALLY want your java for a lengthy commute. These folks keep it real, synergistic and to the point. If you need a therapist for a barista, this might not be your place, but if you want fabulous espresso quickly and efficiently at the convenience of simply driving through, then I totally suggest passing through for a cup’o.

This place is fantastic. Whenever I take my car in that direction on the way to work, I stop for breakfast. The lattes are creamy and not too sweet. The espresso is not burned and acidic, like it is at many places. The baristas are always friendly and welcoming. The breakfast burritos (we always get The Salsa Fresca) are delectable: flavorful and filling. The tortillas melt in your mouth.
They also DO have a stamp card now.

I worked from this little espresso café for a few hours. Although it can get a bit loud, the food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. The chai latte was fantastic as well!

Fantastic coffee, the staff is always so friendly, and they are so quick! My favorite coffee stand in Seattle, no doubt.

I was introduced to Rooster’s by a friend who owns a restaurant in Maple Leaf. I was hesitant, not being a fan of drive-​thru espresso stands. But I make an exception for Rooster’s Espresso. The latte is amazing and exactly has the right amount of espresso for a grande. It’s perfect and a great price. Whenever I’ve had a coffee emergency and have been too lazy to get out of my car, I’ve gone to a corporate place in Lake City that has coffee. But not anymore. I give Rooster’s 5 stars and would give them more if it was possible.
P. S. They are really nice people and I think the prices are fantastic.

Drove by this stand all the time, there was always a huge line. Now I know why. Great coffee at an amazing price and so fast! My favorite drink is $ 1 cheaper than at any other stand or coffee shop in Seattle (which may not seem like a lot but that 30%)! AND if you ask for flavor they don’t over-​due the sweetness like everywhere else. It’s perfect.

It’s so convenient (unless there is a line) to just pull off before jumping on the freeway on the way to work all day. The coffee is always great and the service is always friendly. For the same drink I get at a «local famous chain» for 6.25, I get here for almost $ 2 cheaper. The only drawbacks are; the line can move slow and when I’m in a rush it’s not possible to stop. I also would like to see them invest in some new cleaner shot glasses, I know they’re clean but after a while the stains make it look really dirty. But those are minor and only one can prob be changed, a line is a line.

Rooster does the Seattle «coffee-​without-​leaving-​your-​car» thing better than any drive-​through stands I’ve been to. Quick, efficient, and a DAMNED good latte. Plus once you’ve been there a few times for the same drink, they have super-​vehicle-​recall and have your beverage in progress by the time you pull up to the windows. Plus they have dog biscuits so everybody in the car is happy.
Zoom zoom. Sip sip. Yum yum!

I’ve become a coffee snob. This place has the best coffee in seattle– hands down and I’ve been all over the West Coast too. I love coming home and grabbing a cup of joe here– outstanding!

I’m a pretty huge coffee snob. I’m also a huge service snob. Rooster’s makes me happy. They make better than average coffee drinks and are always super sweet. They’re also quick, which is important because I’m usually running late. Quick without sacrificing quality — that’s an art. If there’s a line, staff permitting, they walk back to your car to take your drink order and get it started.
Also, they have delicious breakfast burritos that are clearly made with homemade tortillas. I always get the Achiote and hubs gets the Salsa Fresca burrito. Yum!
I don’t always head south on Lake City to I-​5 but when I do, I stop at Rooster’s!

Delicious and speedy coffee at its best. This drive through is extremely efficient which is exactly what I need first thing in the morning. They don’t mess around. I was the second car in line and an employee came outside to ask me what she could get started. When I pulled up to the window my mocha was ready and I had just a few moment to read my daily horoscope and comic strip (nice touch) before zooming onto I5. I’ve skipped over them in the past when I’ve seen three cars waiting but next time I’ll hop in line knowing they’ll blast through them and help us working stiffs punch that clock with the caffeine we need. When I’ve been there on a lazy Saturday afternoon they were really nice and chatty, but there’s a time for small talk and there’s a time for efficiency and these girls know the difference.

Worst coffee I ever had. My latte was so bland I thought I was drinking water. Now they had two people working and not sure if it was the guys first day or something. First and last time I’ll be going there.

This coffee stand has the most convenient location ever; it is literally right on the way to the freeway (Extra star for convince).
They make consistent good coffee at a fast pace. Every time I have been thru there have always been two girls working (actually working not just hanging out inside the stand). One is making drinks and the other is ringing you up so by the time you pay you have your coffee in hand and are on your way out.