Candor is a coffee shop that exceeds all expectations. The atmosphere itself is one that says “Come, stay a while.” In the hustle of life I cherish having a place where I can get a really good cup of locally roasted coffee, served with quality in mind, by a truly outstanding staff. Wifi is fast, even when there are 15+ people connected and working on their computers. I regularly tell friends, coworkers, and other acquaintances to check Candor out.While I am a black coffee type of person, no contaminates allowed they do have a fantastic menu of specialty drinks that is regularly updated. Creativity, craft, and excellence are what I think of when I think about Candor Coffee.

Extremely bizarre experience here. Dropped by because I wanted to try a new coffee place so thought Id try it out. Upon walking in there were about 8-10 people sitting inside absolutely none of them wearing masks, which I thought was odd considering the state mask mandate but even more odd than that was that the STAFF were not even wearing masks. Seems incredibly irresponsible, dangerous and thoughtless to the community to not enforce mask wearing.Coffee was fine but its not really ever worth returning if theyre not willing to help protect our community.

We were happy to stop by at this place. This place has very friendly atmosphere like at home.There were lots of different nice looking plants 🪴. Everything looks modern inside. Relaxing colors in side like white, wooden and green. There was rug by the butie products I think. There were some customers that came to do work there and some to meet up with Friends or work meetings. More likely they have free wifi. Coffee was amazing with Coffee art. Worker were friendly and professional. They have restrooms here as well.

Beautiful cafe with lots of outdoor and indoor seating. Baristas are very friendly and fast, enjoyed a lovely white mocha on a Wednesday morning.

I am so excited to find a quality coffee shop in this area. This place feels like a Seattle coffee shop but it’s in Renton/ Kent. I paid $6.60 for a 12 ounce hazelnut oat milk latte - a bit on the high side for Seattle area prices. The coffee is very good and the baristas are nice. I had to take away one star for the music. They are playing loud country music. So be prepared for that and maybe just take your coffee to go.

Great coffee, excellent service, cool vibe. First of all the coffee is fantastic, something to expect in a coffee shop. I was skeptical at five stars but it was honestly delicious. Customer service was great, the girls who work there couldn’t get the cash register to take my card and they made me coffee anyway. They said “if we get it working before you leave pay us otherwise don’t worry about it”. Worth a stop if you are in the area

This cafe is soooooo pretty!I love both the interior and the exterior.Baristas are so nice and friendly.Coffee was good too!

Beautiful new coffee shop. The chai was delicious and the baristas are so sweet! Will be going again

Had a short latte that was perfect. The sunlight in this space is beautiful. I wish I lived closer so I could come here every morning! Bonus for folks on laptops: I noticed the bar seating has a ton of outlets!

Candor is such a lovely coffee shop; they focus on local businesses and have a short but stable menu with an enjoyable seasonal menu. The interior aesthetics must be shared and complimented! Suitable for solo or group work, there is plenty of seating indoors as well as picnic-style tables outdoors. It’s an unassuming exterior from the street, but everything about this place is thoughtfully done. I ordered the iced chai oatmilk latte, later the seasonal brown sugar shaken espresso, and a peach passion fruit scone. The drinks are delicious; made to order and easily customizable with a conversation with the barista. The chai is spicy and not too sweet, just the way I love a good chai (it’s from concentrate). The brown sugar shaken espresso is soooo good! I had mine with a bit more added syrup and oatmilk; it has sustained me for more than a day. The pastries are all from local places and has changed throughout the pandemic; currently, the taste of the scone was good, but it’s texture and consistency was a lot more like a muffin top. Overall, I would return again and again!

We are visiting from Florida and came by for some good coffee. Wonderful, friendly service. The Macchiatos were spot on, and the breakfast sandwiches were delicious! Highly recommend!

This is the best place in our area for breakfast. I felt like I was in a small family cafe in Paris. coffee from a professional machine and different flavors. very polite staff. lounge atmosphere with fresh music and very pleasant design. in this cafe I want to stay longer or make a first date 💋💋. For sure to come here in the morning and start your day with 3 minutes for yourself in pleasure

Love Candor Coffee! The atmosphere is cozy, can’t wait to do work here when their seating area opens up again. The barista was very enthusiastic and helpful. I ordered their exclusive drink which was delightful, not too sweet yet tasty with a marshmallow that’s torched on the spot. They also support local businesses by selling some of their merchandise in store. Can’t wait to come back for more!

Amazing experience with great coffee! I appreciate that this business doesn’t discriminate against anyone!!

Candor Coffee is one of my new favorites!! The coffee is excellent, and the pastries are out of this world. I can’t wait to make this my new study spot. Already planning my next trip to Renton to visit Candor again.

This is the cutest coffee shop Ive been to, it is so bright and happy! I cant wait for them to be able to let people sit in because the vibe is so fun. The place is really clean, the people are all really nice (Ive been here three or four times now), and the coffee is amazing! Their sweet lattes are so good they have more flavor without all the sweetness like most places. Its not too sweet but still a treat! The Olympia espresso they use is delicious. And to top it off they have a great shelf display of a bunch of local business and artists work for sale!

Good coffee really nice inside and very friendly. First time here and will be back, seems like a great place to meet a friend for a bible study or a chit chat.

Great atmosphere and coffee to get some work done.

Such an incredible coffee shop! The coffee is AMAZING, the baristas are the nicest, and the shop is beautiful all around. They really paid attention to every detail and it shows!! ✨

Love the aesthetics, brings some sunshine to our gloomy state. The location is very convenient and finally a cute hole in the wall shop for the area. The coffee is delicious and the baristas are very friendly. I absolutely love their house specials, cant wait to see what they have for the next season!

Ive visited periodically over the past few months for my same hot chocolate and its like every time I order one it gets watered down extremely. Theres no reason for my hot chocolate to taste anything like water. At that point youre serving hot water with a drop of chocolate taste.

Very courteous staff and nice coffee. The place is very vibrant. We try to go atleast once a week to have coffee there. Keep up the good work!

Love the chance to support local businesses! Candor Coffee is absolutely adorable! Though we cannot fully enjoy the interior for a sit down and stay experience currently (thanks covid), it is still so fun to admire when stopping in for pickup. The staff are extremely friendly and the specialty drink menu is fun and always changing! Definitely worth a visit! :)

Very tasty food and hot beverage. Not the vibe I would enjoy to be in very long. Seemed too snooty

Coffee is amazing and their matcha is so good! They have special drinks and I would not hesitate to try any of them! The owner herself is extremely kind and is so creative, hence the design. Does not feel crowded in regards to seating. I personally am not a fan of tables and chairs being a hair thin away from one another. So I enjoyed their space and set up. Will definitely be coming back over and over. Would love for the hours to be extended in the future if possibly, for late evening studies :)

*Grand opening last week! Indoor and outdoor seating available*The baristas are so nice, and make some awesome coffee. They offers coffee, tea, soda and kombucha. I love the latte ($4.5 for 12 oz.), mild but with good flavor. My friends got a shot of espresso with chamomile tea, which Ive never heard of, but was told was an interesting combo.There are also lots of cute stuff sold at the store - cards, jewelry, coffee beans, etc.If you are nearby (IKEA people), come to support this new business

I can say its the best coffeeshop in Kent area. They have delicious cinnamon gluten free cake, tasty coffee, and outdoor seating.

Pretty little coffee shop! Friendly staff and beautiful ambiance.Pros:Friendly staff, good place for coffee dates, decent coffee, yay bathrooms!Cons:Expensive (8oz decaf mocha was $4.50), coffee is REALLY bitter and acidic. If you like that, cool, its just not for me.

Good ☕ good 👌

I walked over a mile in the damp cold to try this coffee. The cashier was patient with me and had exemplary costumer service. I ordered a large white chocolate mocha based on her insight. It came to me with a cute heart made in the froth. I sit her, writing this review in the lobby, enjoying the atmosphere and the flavor.Post script. 5 stars in the industry I believe means highly satisfied and is weighted by many to be the positive review vs a 4 which would indicate something was wrong. I write this 5 star review as a five star experience.-Dan From Arizona

Picked up coffee and pastries to go. Pastries were excellent which matched the service. I got a 16 oz latte there and was disappointed. The latte tasted like warmed milk with very little to no espresso. Probably won’t return but would recommend getting an extra shot for the larger lattes

Excellent coffee. Great atmosphere.

Such an awesome shop! really friendly baristas, awesome food and original drink options, and they serve olympia coffee! love the ambiance of the shop as well, i can’t wait until we’re able to dine in again so i can hang out here. i’ll definitely keep going a couple minutes out of my way so i can continue to support these guys!

Beautiful place.

Great crafted drinks that actually taste like coffee (not sugar with a splash of coffee). They also offer great loose-leaf teas and matcha drinks. The pricing is appropriate, the staff are friendly, and the environment is relaxing. They have indoor seating (spread out) as well as an outdoor patio where you can enjoy your coffee with your pup. Definitely recommend coming here over going across the street to Starbucks.

Yumm! Loved the atmosphere and the service was friendly and easy going! A great study spot or a place to chill and meet a friend for coffee. Conveniently located near Valley Medical hospital and IKEA!

Very nice shop. The products that they use are great quality. I love how they make their own coffee syrups from scratch.

My husband and I LOVE this coffee shop! Aesthetically beautiful, very friendly staff, selling local art, and great coffee (Olympia Coffee Roasting). I can’t wait to spend more time here!

This is a new coffee joint in the area that gives off Cap Hill vibes while being down south, something that I truly appreciate. There are a few things that kind of rubbed me the wrong way though, even though its a beautiful local establishment.First off, the interior as well as the coffee are to die for. It is extremely Instagrammable for sure, and I have taken a few photos here and shared them on my stories. Its really beautiful and if you need to get away from the house for an hour, this place is great!However, the one thing that was a turn off for me has to be the food and drinks. Ive tried their croissants a few times and they are very chewy and oily compared to other croissants Ive had. Im only speaking for the butter croissant. Im not sure if it is house made or bought from somewhere else, but these were very disappointing every time I did get them.The coffee is probably the most disappointing I would say. Every latte that I have gotten so far has been very subpar. Most of the time I would get the coffee with a very acidic taste to it, as if the coffee they use is expired. The flavor choices are great, but theyre not as flavorful and are greatly overpowered by the acidic taste you get from the coffee. It doesnt have a punch that you would get from your usual cup. I do recommend getting their lavender syrup, it is house made and its very delicious! The pricing is a little more than your usual coffee shop but I was not reallly surprised given the interior/vibes of the place. Overall, there could be some improvements made and Im sure theyll figure it out somehow!The last thing I wanted to mention is the lack of COVID guidelines. The owner and baristas are in contact with many customers daily, yet every time I go, I do not see them wearing masks. The cafe is pretty small, and so distancing is nearly impossible if you are concerned about that. Overall, they do not enforce any restrictions and many customers have come in without masks and not attempting to distance. I just wanted to give people a heads up about this! I probably will not stop by any time soon after seeing this just for safety reasons!Overall, this cafe is very cute but they do have a lot of improving to do! Probably in the future I will visit again. But definitely try it out for yourself and see if you like it! :)

The coffee is seriously delicious, and the new outdoor patio is so beautiful! I wish I could come here every day.

A great coffee shop! Spacious and clean with friendly baristas and fast service. I got the peach passion fruit scone which was delicious- not too sweet, perfectly fruity. Latte was wonderfully made also. The espresso roast is a bit on the light side of what I prefer but all in all it was excellent.

Really great experience. Loved the interior decor, the assortment of retail items, and the bright, cheerful staff. Took mom to coffee one morning after we moved our small business to Renton. We had the earl grey tea latte and almond milk caramel macchiato. Both were really delicious! Highly recommend.

They have nice coffee and its a welcoming café to relax in

Macchiato was perfect & the place has cool vibe. Service was great too

Love love love this coffee shop! Brings us a little bit of sunshine in our rainy state!! It has been one of my favorite coffee shops to date and I am very excited to see what the future holds! The coffee and teas are AMAZING! And their sandwiches just hit the spot! The baristas and owners are just lovely! And the vibe of just being there puts a little bit of sunshine in your soul! Definitely will be frequenting this coffee shop:)

Great vibe, amazing employees, and delicious coffee.Only complaint is for Google... Fix the glitch! Candor coffee! Not Everest tea and coffee house.

Even though there is a public health mandate to wear masks. None of the employees had masks on. No excuse for ignoring health mandate in a pandemic

Excellent customer service and equally excellent coffee. Ordered the Churro Latte.Special shout-out to Victoria for the great service!

This shop is amazing! Such a warm and inviting atmosphere. Makes you forget you’re in Seattle. Always my go to when I’m in the area and will sometimes even go out of my way for the amazing coffee and service. Once things get back to normal this will definitely be a new hangout spot for me.Variety of options from tea to coffee to their large options of pastries and sandwiches. Definitely come by and check them out!

Fun drinks and such a nice ambience inside. I got a blackberry earl grey tea latte and it was so fruity and delicious!

Good coffee, people were a little busy with regulars and not much for conversation or attention. I get it, though.

Nice little spot to grab an espresso and chill out for a few.

I actually work a coffee shop in Florida. Can confirm their coffee is good!

Light, clean vibe, many people working from laptops. Friendly staff. Just a bit of shoppingkinda stuff.

It’s a really nice place. Pastries and coffee are lovely.

Best light/medium roast coffee Cafe in the area. Great clean beachy vibe and talented knowledgeable baristas.

Amazing coffee shop. Good vibes, good people, good drinks. Slava Bogu!

Great service and atmosphere. They serve Olympia coffee and also sell the beans (both single origin and blend) Big Truck is their exclusive for their drinks. Hoping they offer the single origins from the bar as well soon!

Beautiful new coffee shop! Right when you enter you get the clean and good vibes - way better than the old place it used to be! Super friendly staff and delicious drinks- they serve Olympia coffee! Love what they did to this space and totally recommend it to anyone in the area or visiting!

This place is so cute and inviting! The baristas were really nice and fun to talk to. I got an iced churro latte and it’s seriously amazing. I can’t wait to come back! :)

Friendly baristas, creative design on our drinks- nice touch.

We love Candor!! They have a rotating list of unique drinks (w/espresso and without), the pastries are all locally sourced, the staff is always friendly, AND their space is so SO beautiful. Can’t wait to spend time inside once restrictions are lifted!

Ive been here about 5-6 times. super nice environment to catch up with some friends. the interior is really nicely decorated, the overall aesthetic is very pleasing. ive come mostly to study, and its been nice. they have plenty of outlets to charge your devices. however, if you are looking for a quiet place to study, this place is not for you, its cafe so theres people talking and the music is fairly loud (no complaints for me i dont mind it). the drinks are nice! ive enjoyed most of the ones ive tried. i had a masala chai once and i didnt like it, too much cinnamon (as a south-asian person i have high standards for chai). the churro latte is very good, ive had it iced as well so good! the bathroom is nice and clean. the wifi has been fast. theres plenty of seating, it gets busy sometimes tho, and there is an ample amount of parking. i wish it was open later somedays tho. overall great place to grab a drink and chat with some friends.

Love Candor coffee and it’s what Renton has been missing, a local coffee shop to support! Love the variety of coffee, tea and pastries you can get and it’s one of the most beautiful spaces to come in! Can’t wait for restrictions to lift so I can hang out in here. Also one of the friendliness staff around!

Love this place! The aesthetic and vibe is wonderful. I’ve tried the horchata matcha and can’t get enough of it. I’ve also bought a bag of coffee and earrings from here. (They have a small selection of local handmade items). Staff is very kind and helpful with picking off the menu and answering questions. Also love the location (close to were I work).

This coffee shop is honestly my favorite out of the ones I’ve been to, at least around my area! Their baristas are super friendly, the food is amazing and their coffee is even better! (They serve Olympia coffee beans which is my absolute favorite!) I absolutely love browsing their little shop area as well as I wait for my coffee and food every time I come, they have the cutest products each time, all from local small businesses which I think is amazing!

Sunny & warm atmosphere!! The design and decor is super stylish and welcoming! Can’t wait for indoor seating to be back :)) they serve Olympia coffee & have other small shops selling things like candles & jewelry!

The atmosphere of this place is so warm and friendly! The people are amazing. So much work and detail went into EVERYTHING here and you can see it from the moment you walk in. The coffee is out of this world and the food is even better. My new favorite spot in WA!

This is my favorite coffee shop. Every drink I’ve gotten, from the seasonal lattes to the house made sodas, has been beyond delicious! The shop’s atmosphere is bright and inviting, which is so welcome in rainy, gray WA. The baristas are so kind and the shop even includes local, handmade items that make amazing gifts.

Loved this place! Firstly, love the coffee and the big coffee menu. Love the overall atmosphere and aesthetic of the place and makes me want to come there everyday! Really great place.

My husband and I discovered Candor Coffee this afternoon. The baristas were friendly, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was clean and inviting. I enjoyed the gingerbread latte with oat milk. We will definitely stop next time we are in the vicinity!

Great coffee, plenty of seating, and good playlists. A hidden gem in Renton.

If I’m in Renton, this is my go to coffee place. I always look for the most amazing atmosphere, excellence in service and good coffee. And this place has all three. If they had one nearer my home, it would become my new office 😃

Absolutely beautiful shop! You can tell the owners but a lot of time and money into revamping it from its previous look. I am looking forward to being able to sit down and enjoy my coffee and the beauty of the shop when restrictions are lifted. The coffee is also fantastic and the baristas are very kind and welcoming.

Such a lovely little shop! Excellent coffee and the baristas make beautiful latte art which is just fun :) Malcolm was our server and was so kind and helpful, really friendly! I also just love the vibe of the place! Very beautiful aesthetic.

Had a wonderful first visit to Candor recently! The staff was very friendly, the space was beautiful and their coffee was delicious. I tried their one of their seasonal drinks and it was amazing!

This coffee shop is a breath of fresh air with the light colors and open concept. A great escape during the Seattle rainy winter. The coffee was great and staff are super friendly :)

I was sorry to see the Everest coffee shop close, another casualty of the lockdown. But delighted to see the space reclaimed with Candor. Great atmosphere, service, and products. Looking forward to regular visits there again.

Great customer service, great coffee, and great food!!

This coffee shop is set apart from others in the area. The baristas are so kind and welcoming, the coffee is amazing, and the heart/vision behind this place is like none other!! They truly care for the local community, and offer items for purchase from small businesses- including candles, handmade cards, macrame, jewelry, and more! Stop by for a visit (or two), you will not be disappointed!!

Very clean atmosphere, white chocolate mocha is delicious. Love the decor in the bathrooms and how clean they are. Would recommend this place to everyone who is thinking of going.

This coffee shop is so friendly and inviting! Such a fun atmosphere and amazing people! Love their coffee and would highly recommend.

Love this place! The most friendly staff, amazing ambiance, and delicious coffee and pastries! Also really love that they support small businesses in their shop! Definitely check it out!!!

Stopped by when I was visiting Seattle. Back in Texas and I think about this coffee everyday.

My wife and I have been to Candor Coffee numerous times ever since they opened. The people, atmosphere and team of baristas are awesome. It is very convenient as it is right off highway 167 and a great place to meet whether for business (yes they have WIFI) or to catch up with a friend. Their coffee is super good, they use Olympia Coffee beans! Will definitely keep coming back!

Amazing Service, Glad to have a modern day coffee shop with amazing staff, music and aesthetics. Perfect escape from a long day at work or weekend coffee fix.

Great coffee, and has some of the best people working there 😊

Loved visiting Candor Coffee! Was the perfect pit stop on our way to IKEA. The pastries were amazing and the design of the shop was perfect as well. Can’t wait to come again!!

Best new cafe around! Super aesthetically pleasing inside, spacious, clean, & amazing coffee! Definitely a new hot spot! Come check them out for yourselves - you won’t regret it!

Clean and peaceful atmosphere. Great food and kind workers. Best coffee in the area and best matcha Ive ever tried. They have sweet and savory pastries. My favorites are the iced mint matcha drink and the peach passion fruit scone, highly recommend.

Cozy and uplifting atmosphere even on a gloomy Washington day! Yummy food, great coffee, and comfy seating!

Amazing coffee shop! Friendly service, great coffee and really fun atmosphere. They sell products from local makers around Seattle and you can tell so much care goes into their business. Must check out!

Great service, comfortable atmosphere, awesome variety of pastries all with a focus on working with other local businesses and bakeries. Love this place!

Love this place. I come here on my way to work and I love their coffee! The latte’s are perfect every time.

Rill nice lattes

Great coffee and love the vibe!! The staff is great!... very friendly and accommodating, will definitely be coming back.

Tasty vegan option, the cinnamon roll. The staff was friendly. Impressive.

Friendly staff, good coffee. 👍

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! so fun to go to and everything is so good!! such a great and friendly atmosphere and great people.

Great cafe. Nice vibes, friendly staff, and the coffee is really good.I enjoy coming here to get out of the house and work on homework.