A good reliable advice showed us directions in the middle of coffee sanctuary; "Visit The 12th Ave."
The Stumptown of Stumptown is located on Capitol Hill, Seattle, near Seattle University, which represents fashionable but a little edgy coffee culture. This cafe proves cozy atmosphere and high-fashion can coexist in the same space.
There is a roasting space in the basement with a small segmented chamber with a big window, which appears to be a tasting space or education area.
Unfortunately, it was not a roasting day so the room as dark and quiet, with a lingering flavor of coffee.
There are several "looking good" pastries and scones to go with, but my choice was always same: Soy Latte. Although Soy latte relies mostly on flavor of soy milk, the cup gives relaxing happy moment. Simple beauty latte art increases happiness in a short afternoon break.