Watson's Counter is a restaurant and café focused on serving the Ballard neighborhood and its surrounding community. We’re native Seattleites who want to provide a space for people to come together and build relationships over some damn good coffee and food.

We have a full espresso bar as well as a kitchen focused on classic brunch foods and afternoon bites. We’ve drawn upon our Korean heritage and taste for nostalgic flavors to add a bit of our personality to the offerings. We hope you’ll stop by and get to know us!

Food

All Day Menu

EGGS BENNY

COLD SOBA NOODLES

CHICKEN WINGS

KOREAN POUTINE

SEASONAL SALAD

Drinks

Coffee

Tea

Other

A recent study we conducted shows that coffee can cure your craving for a coffee. Yet to be peer-reviewed, but we're pretty confident in our results. R=1.0

We didn't realize this was such a contentious debate! We witnessed couples break up, fist fights, and some even turn to the dark side. Which do you prefer?

Did you know the coffee scene isn't just pretentious and insanely serious? I mean it is, but not always. This past Friday we participated in a super fun event held by @lamarzocco.usa and graciously hosted by @fulcrumcoffeeroasters. Follow the link in our bio to read all about it!

Here's an up close and personal dive into our KBBQ Plate! All them kimchis, all that pork, all those grains of rice!

You: "What's the healthiest thing on your menu?"
Me: "Uhhh, we have a salad? With @snovalleymushrooms and seasonal microgreens! And deliciously deep fried tofu and a carrot-doenjang dressing!"
You: 😍

I rudely took this photo while they were trying to eat. I'm sure I've done it to you. My bad. 😘

Was this your table?? Let me know so I can tag you!

Long holiday recovery drink: Faux-nilla Latte. Let's be honest, you've been hung over for the last 3 days.

Hey y'all! We're open tomorrow! Regular hours! Stop DMing me! 💕

On a serious note, if you read any post it should be this one.

The coffee industry is one that prides itself on focusing on ethical practices from our growers to our guests. Every hand involved in making your coffee works diligently to bring you the best possible cup they can. Sadly, over the weekend it was brought to light that some of our peers have been grossly mistreated and manipulated. It breaks my heart to hear that my friends are busting their butts and being the face for a company that does not care for them, treats them like a disposable resource, and doesn't deserve them.
The generation of baristas who “just need a job” is no longer the majority within our industry. Many of us have spent years honing our skills and investing in our professional development because we love the craft of making coffee. That may be cheesy to a lot of folks, but we love what we do and deserve to be treated like humans in our chosen careers.

All of this is to say, the bright smiling face you see every morning is there because they love being there. Please support them with a smile, high-five, and just showing some human decency by getting off your gosh dang phone and making a little eye contact.

Lastly, everyone should have the opportunity for redemption and to change their ways. I do not believe in public shaming or anything of the sort. Things have been set in motion and the ball is now in their court. Let’s all hope that there is sincere regret that is accompanied by large and transparent strides to change. It will definitely be an uphill battle for them to win us back, but do they deserve the opportunity? No. They really don't. But we can still be gracious and grant it. I know so many have you been hurt and I completely understand if you refuse to do so. One thing we can all agree upon is that this experience is one that we can all look at and find change within the community. Golden rule.
Click on to read testimonials from former employees. @coffeeatlarge

Our Faux-nilla latte is a blend of spices to replace vanilla and its carbon footprint, but really it's just a delicious syrup! Have you had it yet?

Location

6201 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107

Contact Us

Sorry, we do not take reservations or orders for carry-out. We do offer private dining options.

If you want to inquire about private dining or have any other questions, please drop us a note using the form below!

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Hours

Everyday
8am - 4pm

Last Call
in by 3:30pm, orders by 3:40pm

Proud Partners

We care about sustainability. We make every effort to source our ingredients as locally as possible. This enables us to provide fresh ingredients while also supporting our friends who work hard to support themselves.