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Common Ground Coffee & Cupcakes
900 S 3rd St # A, Renton, WA 98057, United States
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Common Ground Coffee & Cupcakes
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Ca
Review №1

Last minute I wanted to buy cupcakes to bring to my sons gymnastic class for his birthday. I called in the morning and they were kind enough to allow me to make a custom order last minute. They were not selling vanilla cupcakes with vanilla frosting but made ones and then allowed me to choose the sprinkle colors so all I had to do was add the Superman cupcake decorations. They were so kind and helpful! Will definitely be back!

El
Review №2

Very home-feel with lots of places to sit and relax, both indoor and outdoor. Lovely garden outside and colorful decorations inside. Very friendly and nice woman owner too. She bakes her own baked goods, including a traditional Russian cake called Baba Au Rum that she serves warm with a fresh spray of rum on the outside! Must try. Coffee was good too.

Na
Review №3

Very friendly customer service, place was clean and well maintained, nicely designed and decorated, got different kinds of cupcakes, but flavors wasnt good enough, like lemon one doesnt even have any flavor, only chocolate flavor was ok.

Ni
Review №4

Cute little vibe! Super friendly people working, and I appreciated that they very politely enforced proof of vaccination. Amazing service and great quality of food. Overall great experience definitely recommend

De
Review №5

Small little coffee shop that was cozy enough to sit and chat. Very busy with limited staff. Not a major deal breaker though

St
Review №6

Ditch your corporate coffee shops and support a locally own coffee shop, you wont regret it.The coffee shop has great decor, perfect for a date or just to catch up with some friends. The coffee and teas are unique and they do not disappoint. Yes, its a little more on the pricier side but the ambiance makes up for it.

St
Review №7

Delicious vegan chocolate cupcakes! Im a little snobby about baked goods, and I was blown away. They pipe on the frosting fresh and it was fluffy and chocolatey... I ordered it takeout but ate the whole thing before I left because I couldnt resist.A+ London fog lattes, lots of dairy-free milk options

Ri
Review №8

The service here was great! Their coffee and breakfast sandwiches were delicious. Can’t wait to come back again, highly recommend it!

Fr
Review №9

Feels like a welcoming, neighborhood spot. Cupcakes are the bomb. One of a few places with loose leaf oolong tea, great customer service, and a few meal offerings, to boot (havent sampled widely from that menu). Recommended for anyone looking for cupcakes, or a place with a cozy, homey feel.

By
Review №10

Ive only been here twice, but I loved it both times because of how friendly and bubbly the staff is. Plus, the coffee is great.Will definitely be coming back to try to their cupcakes!

Jo
Review №11

I dont even live in Renton anymore, but I still daydream about this place. I came once week with my friend for about 6 months before I moved. Friendly staff, great coffee, even better cupcakes, and everything is so well priced!

Ke
Review №12

Amazingly moist fluffy cupcakes and delicious coffee (dark roast) which go well together. Great cozy interior with named plants :3 Service was excellent and super friendly. 😀

on
Review №13

Very comfy, friendly staff, best cookies ive ever had in my life ngl 😳

An
Review №14

Ive been wanting to come here for months and finally decided to come out of hibernation and so happy I did. Good ambiance, comfortable space, from high chairs by the window to watch passers by to comfortable individual sofa chairs. A good meet up place. ☕️🍪🍩🍰🍵🥛🍽

Pu
Review №15

Delicious cupcakes and tasty espresso. The almond joy cupcake was delicious and rich.

Ca
Review №16

My friend and I were out shopping and came across this amazing shop. So clean, great service from the owner/ baker HERSELF. We sat outside and ate our amazing treats. The cupcakes are baked to perfection and she put the icing on FRESH the second we ordered them. This is THE SPOT. We later found out they do icing shots. Im not big on icing and usually throw half away... but that icing there mmmmmmmmmmm. Wowwwww

Zh
Review №17

This place is one of my favorite coffee shops. Staff are always friendly. They make good coffee and wonderful cupcakes. My dog also loves this place because she always gets her puppuccino when she visits.

Pe
Review №18

Really good chai latte and matches green tea cupcake. The place was really nice and cozy/comfy. Sofas and tables to relax and enjoy your snack or hang out with friends. The coffee was from Cafe DArte, which is one of my fav coffee. The frosting on the cupcake was a butter cream type, not too sweet (American style) or too subtle (Asian style). The cake portion was soft and moist. Not the best Ive ever tasted, but very good. Ill have to come back again and try some of the other flavors.

Ji
Review №19

Their Wild Berry smoothie is the best thing in the universe.

ra
Review №20

Go to place for coffee in downtown Renton. Tasty cupcakes. Nice staff.

Ty
Review №21

Really great everything bagel sandwich!

Lu
Review №22

In downtown Renton, the service here is very welcoming, the vibes are cozy with plants sprouting everywhere and little corners to sit in, and the cupcakes are gOoD. Seriously, try this place.

ra
Review №23

Hands down the best cupcakes in the puget sound area! Cupcake Royale and Trophy Cupcakes: eat your heart out! Beautiful, creative, moist and perfect frosting. The sweetest local proprietors too.

Vi
Review №24

Great atmosphere, lovely and friendly owners! Plan to come again next time I get a chance!

Lo
Review №25

These are the nicest people and they make such delicious things!

Ri
Review №26

Great place to have breakfast. Friendly staffs, inviting interior and good food.

Ay
Review №27

No dine-in.Looked nice but you can only eat outside.The whole area is under construction though...

Mr
Review №28

The oatmeal fruit bars are so tasty. They dont look anything special but they are so yummy. Butter meets fruit in each bite.

Do
Review №29

I love this place. The owners and staff are so friendly. The service is fast and they make excellent coffee and other treats. The brownies and cupcakes are awesome. I highly recommend this coffee house if you are ever in downtown Renton. Definitely the best in the area.

RA
Review №30

The sweetest little shop in a great area (when theres no construction) The cupcakes were moist, and not too sweet or dense. They frost them fresh in front of you so you dont have hard stale frosting. Will be back sooooon!!

Se
Review №31

Cute little cafe with some delicious cupcakes. We grabbed some to go. They are a little small but very tasty. I will come back here for coffee and dessert.

V
Review №32

Quaint and family run.

po
Review №33

Was planning to go in for an espresso, but the young woman behind the counter was completely mask-less. No thanks.

At
Review №34

Cozy place to sit and drink Coffee. Enjoyable. Doesnt accept Amex but accept other major credit cards.

Co
Review №35

Servers were very kind, the place was clean and well decorated, music wasnt too loud, and the Mexican Chocolate and Chocolate chip cookies were delicious!

De
Review №36

Super friendly folks serving up the best coffees, teas, sandwiches, cookies, & cupcakes in town!

Mi
Review №37

Cozy, comfy coffee shop! The staff is friendly. Its a very relaxed atmosphere, couches and comfy chairs as well as tables make it easy to chill with their excellent coffee and treats (various cupcakes and large cookies (a few gluten free options))! They also have sugar free syrup which is much appreciated by those of us who cant have sugar. Its a great location within walking distance of some fun places and other restaurants.

Ro
Review №38

Stopped by for the first time today and had a cupcake which was delicious. I gave a 4 star rating because I didnt feel any connection with the staff as they were preoccupied with something in the back of house.

Ez
Review №39

Delicious, high quality food and drinks! The cupcakes were rich, but not sickeningly sweet like specialty goods tend to be. The caramel cupcake was perfectly moist with just the right amount of frosting. Their drinks are a little pricey, but worth it! The smoothies are thick and full of real fruit; great flavor and a great texture. The inside of the shop was cozy, comfortable and full of fun decor, I ended up staying a while to enjoy the atmosphere.

Lo
Review №40

This is a great little shop! We came in for coffee and cupcakes. The coffee was good and the cupcakes were delicious. I had a latter and an Orange Creamsicle cupcake while my fiance had a raspberry mocha and a Ballerina cupcake. The menu was amazingly eclectic for a coffee shop! Coffee, tea, Mexican Chocolate, Bubble tea... It was pleasantly surprising to say the least.

Da
Review №41

A very homey coffee spot in downtown Renton. I go here all the time for a decently priced drink and a comfortable place to drink it.The decor is older and comfortable, like a pair of well-worn jeans. Coffee and baked goods are always good and not overpriced. Not ideal service if youre in a hurry. I go here to relax and slow down anyway, so waiting a bit to get my order is fine with me.

Cl
Review №42

Great place for whatever sweet treat tickles your fancy being a cupcake a coffee or a latte or a bubble tea, its more like a bubble milkshake very thick and creamy, but entirely delicious especially on a hot spring summer day in Washington

Ke
Review №43

Some of the best baked goods in the PNW and very tasty drinks with a super amazing staff.

Re
Review №44

A cute little coffee shop with a few interesting places around! The helpful staff has great recommendations if you want to pick up something to eat, and the comfy furniture makes it one of my favorite places to meet with friends. Its a neat and unique atmosphere.

Di
Review №45

This is a local favorite in Renton. The staff (owners) are extremely nice and welcoming. I didnt know what to get so they recommended a drink to me and it was great. Theres a variety of seats to choose (cozy leather chairs benches). I love the ambiance here and the customer service. Will come back again.

Ma
Review №46

I wasnt expecting much from the coffee was there for the cupcakes but both were better than expected. We dont live nearby but plan to come back soon.

An
Review №47

Fast friendly service. It is always appreciated when coffee spots have energy drinks too. Caters to customers of all sorts. The chocolate vegan cupcakes are some of the best chocolate baked goods I have ever had. Very highly recommended.

Lu
Review №48

The cupcakes are super good and suprising low prices. For their size I expected them to be more expensive. The unique flavors and great. Any of the chocolate ones are highly recommended.

Do
Review №49

Nice Family spot! Amazing cupcakes!

Ka
Review №50

Ordered an iced matcha latte and the barista laughed at me and poured me a cup of coconut milk🤔

El
Review №51

Very much a home town feel and very cozy. Service is always great! I have had smoothies, coffee and cupcakes here and they are all super yummy.

Ma
Review №52

The cupcakes are always great, and they have awesome rotating, seasonal selections. Everything Ive had here has been delightful and fresh.Their coffee is also very tasty, and Im a big fan of their London Fog! 🍵The staff are friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Ni
Review №53

The owners are so nice! All the workers there are so nice. You cant go wrong with anything on there menu. The french toast bagel breakfast sandwich is a staple when I visit.

Ka
Review №54

Great coffee, cute and tasty cupcakes. And all the different chairs and tables! This cafe was absolutely charming. They seem very involved in community activities and the staff was so friendly. Im hoping to come back when its a little warmer.

ty
Review №55

Every time we come here my fiance and I are greeted with a smile. The owner is a love, and her employees have always treated us well. Today we were treated especially well. My fiance who cant have caffeine order our drink without caffeine hoping we would get a drink with decaf, we got the drink without coffee at all and to her it didnt taste right. To me it tasted fine. She went to them and asked for a frap with decaf in it. They remade it with a smile and let us keep both. I highly recommend common ground!

Ma
Review №56

Im a first time customer abd Ill definitely be coming back. Everything is so fresh and delicious! The staff was super friendly and very helpful

Da
Review №57

Love this place!

Je
Review №58

This is my favorite coffee shop! I bring all my friends and family here. They know their customers and have my drink memorized. I love that its a family owned business. I gave them 5stars because my experience is usually always great and my coffee is always made perfect. I will warn that they do have another barista come in from time to time. I dont see her there very often, but she does a terrible job at making my coffee. Loads of ice and milk. I can never even tell that she put coffee in there. I always order a simple white mocha with coconut milk, everyone else there does a fantastic job but on rare occasions she will be there and I regret getting my coffee, like today. I always get a 20 Oz, she gave me a 16 Oz, when I told her she just dumped my drink into a larger cup and added more milk and ice and yep thats all I taste, milk and ice. If I had more time and didnt have to catch a bus I would have said something. So just beware, otherwise its a wonderful little Shop!

Al
Review №59

Great cupcakes!

Na
Review №60

Cupcakes were really great - icing made it. Chai frappe was too milky and not spicy at all.

Co
Review №61

Had a vanilla and chocolate cupcake. Beautifully decorated and delicious. Daughter had coffee and a vegan cupcake and she loved it. Happy to see the vegan options. Looked like they had a lot more sweets to try. The cookies looked good. Will go back. Very friendly people.

Ch
Review №62

The cupcakes look better than they taste. To be honest the frosting was the problem. Overly sweet and way too heavy. The other pastries that they serve are excellent. The coffee was great here! The staff was friendly. I came for the cupcakes, stayed for everything else.

Sa
Review №63

This place caught my eye which exploring this little downtown area. I wanted to get something sweet but not always keen on ice cream. My daughter and I came in and was not disappointed. She got a red velvet cupcake which she loved and raved about the icing (she doesnt normally like icing) and didnt waste anytime finishing off the rest either. I got a smoothie and some treats to bring back to my husband. It was all really really good. The shop is comfortable place to come anytime and just relax oppose to a starbucks type atmosphere.

Ja
Review №64

Great local coffee place with pastries, cupcakes and a huge selection of drinks! So much character and charm. I will say it can get quite noisy inside so its hard to carry a conversation. Otherwise its definitely a nice place if you want a quick pick me up.

Ja
Review №65

One of my favorite coffee shops. I would give them 6 stars if that was an option. Tasty coffee and fresh pastries daily. Very nice place.

Es
Review №66

My fiancé and I come here all the time, and order the blended espresso frappes. Every time we always ask ourselves why did we ever spend money at Starbucks! The frappes are so creamy and delicious, the environment is warm and welcoming, and the staff are always so kind.

Li
Review №67

Nice comfortable space, good cupcakes.Good coffee. Will be back.

Do
Review №68

The owners and employees​ are very friendly and always welcoming. Good people with good life stories and positive outlook. The coffee is delicious fresh. And who can turn down the cupcakes, which are so creative and artistic, you wont want to eat them, but you will be glad you did. Treats for your dog, too.

Yv
Review №69

Love this place, great cupcakes and coffee

Ra
Review №70

I found my new favorite spot! EVERYthing about this place is great. Everyone is super friendly and the coffee is good. I highly recommend getting a cupcake when youre here. Theyre amazing! The cookie dough cupcake alone is to die for!

RL
Review №71

Our first time here and everyone was so patient with us. We grabbed a half dozen cupcakes with a little bit of everything and their chai was delicious. Moist cupcakes and frosting tasted perfect, not too sweet or dull. Will be back, thank you for a great experience!

As
Review №72

One of my favorite coffee spots around. Common Ground is such an asset to the downtown. The family that owns this place are amazing, always so kind and wanting to be involved in the community. Their customer service is great. The staff here is always so fun and friendly. I love their jasmine tea and their lavender cupcakes are a must try! They also will utilize different ingredients from the Renton Farmers Market and its so fun to see what they choose to highlight. Always will love going to this downtown Renton staple. Great place to work for an afternoon or study! Plus one of the owners has a green thumb and youre surrounded by gorgeous plants and greenery! Adore Common Ground and the staff here

Jo
Review №73

Great local coffee place with pastries, cupcakes and a huge selection of drinks. I really love Common Ground Coffee & Cupcakes. 👩🏾

Sh
Review №74

The green tea cupcake was SO good! All the cupcakes were delicious though, along with the bubble tea!

Be
Review №75

Fresh, delicate cupcakes; icing is perfectly paired and not overly sweet; coffee was a good compliment; my 4yo loves it

an
Review №76

Sooo awesome in here! great place to study or hang out. cozy atmosphere and super kind staff! by far one of my fav coffee shops in the south seattle area

Aa
Review №77

The best coffeeshop in Downtown Renton baby. The staff is Soo friendly and their prices are totally reasonable.

Ed
Review №78

This place is so charming! Ive had several things from this cafe and everything has been delicious; from the cupcakes to the coffee to the watermelon drink they make! I love it all. They are always so friendly and easy to deal with. I cant say enough about how happy I am Renton has a place like this!

Mi
Review №79

I had a Double Dutch chocolate cupcake and a cappuccino and both were very tasty! Customer service was great and the shop itself is really cozy and charming.

Di
Review №80

Great atmosphere and sweet owners! Its a family owned business so I think thats really awesome! They make their cupcakes fresh in store every morning and they specialize in greatly made coffee as well! I love the almond joy cupcake paired with a Hazelnut latte!

Ca
Review №81

A little slow because places like this are used to serving one or two people at a time. Had a family of eight in front of me. But the staff was friendly and quick -- once they got to me. The fruit oat bar is just like the one my great-grandmother made when I was a kid. Ill be back.

Ma
Review №82

Super cozy. Good work spot. Great coffee. Yummy pastries, bagels and some fresh food. Easy on the money. Im amazed :)

Ju
Review №83

Very down to earth place with very down to earth people who work there! Ive always lived in Renton but recently found this place and I love it! Need a coffee and a place to unwind, this is the spot. If you feel like treating yourself their carrot cake cupcakes are AMAZING

Sa
Review №84

Love the mom and pop vibe. Cozy and eclectic. Very good gluten free chocolate chip cookies. They bake their own pastries! So swing by mid-morning for the cinnamon roll smells! 😃They brew caffe darte - love that too!

Vi
Review №85

Such a nice place with yummy food, delicious cappuccino, and big plush leather chairs to enjoy while sipping coffee. A wonderful environment to relax. Also, the owners are wonderful people.

St
Review №86

Lately the Weekend crew leaves a lot to desire - lack of personality. Nothing beats the two owners who have not been there the past couple times we have been there.Wont be going back for awhile.

Se
Review №87

By far the best vanilla latte Ive ever had. Free, fast wifi too and plenty of table and lounge chair seating.

J
Review №88

Excellent coffee and smoothies, my daughter loves the cupcakes.

Bi
Review №89

Love this place. The service is excellent and the coffee is the best.

Ca
Review №90

Great coffee and comfortable lounge area. The decor and furniture can use a huge upgrade but not terrible. I didnt get a chance to try a cupcake but plan on coming back for some and more coffee.

Ma
Review №91

This place is amazing!! The cupcakes are made fresh and it was cool that they offered milk with the cupcake. The family that runs the business is really nice. The artwork on the walls were awesome, and I just had a good feeling about this place the moment I walked in.

Pr
Review №92

Great local spot run by very friendly people. Good food and good atmosphere.

Je
Review №93

Such a lovely coffee shop. The seating areas are comfortable and relaxing. The music is perfect and the owners are so friendly and kind to every person that comes in. Perfect find on a very dreary day!

Me
Review №94

This is a funky, eclectic, wonderful place. Great people, making delicious cupcakes and other threats, while serving really good coffee and having fun. My strawberry rhubarb muffin with cream cheese frosting was perfect with my Americano.

Jo
Review №95

Great atmosphere, talented artistic cupcake Bakers and an amazing artistically designed cup of coffee, too. And just a extremely relaxed like atmosphere in a quaint little place which gives this feeling of having a cup of joe in your favorite cozy living room chair by the window or sitting at your kitchen dinette table eating coffee cake and sipping a perfectly made cup of coffee, while reading the newspaper. My favorite spot to just sit and experience a really good cup of coffee.

St
Review №96

Although the cupcake are a little expensive, you can tell they are made from quality ingredients, so I am not upset about the price. I love the coffee, smoothies, and Italian sodas here, and the family that runs the shop its delightful. They always have water for my dog, and there are plenty of seats with tables out front with shade from a tree and umbrellas. They also have air conditioning, which helps a lot on those hot days.

Ci
Review №97

Good coffee and yummy cupcakes too! The people who work there are always friendly.

Da
Review №98

Nice little cupcake and coffee place. Cupcakes are fantastic.

Ma
Review №99

Great coffee, great cupcakes. If you come once or many times everyone is treated like they are the best customer. A family owned business and the whole family works there, and all of the baristas and the whole staff are so great!

Co
Review №100

Great place to relax after a stressful day in the city. Mango smoothies are the best, along with their bagel sandwiches.

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  • Address:900 S 3rd St # A, Renton, WA 98057, United States
  • Site:https://m.facebook.com/commongroundcupcakes
  • Phone:+1 425-235-1717
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8:30AM–4:30PM
  • Tuesday:8:30AM–4:30PM
  • Wednesday:8:30AM–4:30PM
  • Thursday:8:30AM–4:30PM
  • Friday:9AM–5PM
  • Saturday:9AM–5PM
  • Sunday:8:30AM–4:30PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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