A Few Words About Us and our history

At Caffè Torino, we want you to feel the warmth and taste the flavors of this beautiful Northern Italian city. Torino is much more than FIAT, the Holy Shroud and the 2006 Winter Olympics.
The spirit of this region with its complex history and traditions is what we have captured, in our own way, at Caffè Torino. So come on by and get a little taste.

Current events

Arte & Vino at Caffe Torino

In January 2013 we started a new series of Art and Wine here in South Lake Union, featuring pieces from local artists at the cafe for everyone to enjoy while sipping on a glass of their favorite beverage.

For the latest calendar of events, look at the bottom of each page or follow us on facebook!

Artist of the month

In May we'll be featuring art by local artist Antoaneta Georgieva.
Antoaneta discovered her passion for painting as a child in Bulgaria. In 1991 she graduated from the Fine Arts High School in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. She then completed her formal training earning her Master of Arts at the Fine Arts University in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in 1996. She currently lives and paints in Seattle.

If you are interested in displaying your art, send an email to info@caffetorinoseattle.com and send a few samples of your work/portfolio and we'll get back to you.

Learn Italian at Caffe Torino

Want to learn Italian? We're partnering up with Percorso Italiano a local private school run by the amazing Roberta Torgerson and Elisabetta Valentini:
Starting on May 22, we'll be offering:

5-week beginner class:

  • MINI FIRST STEPS WITH ITALIAN 1 / PRIMI PASSI CON L’ITALIANO 1
  • Level: Basic Italian (absolute beginner)
  • Dates: 5 weeks ▪ Wednesday ▪ May 22nd – June 19th 2013
  • Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Description: A basic introduction to Italian for beginners. 5 classes teach you the fundamentals of Italian, including pronunciation, basic vocabulary, basic sentence structures, simple phrases, and greetings. This class lays the groundwork for further study and will show you how much fun learning a new language can be. (This class is ideal for students who have little or no exposure to Italian.)
  • Materials: “Oggi in Italia, a first course in Italian”, F.C. Merlonghi, F. Merlonghi, J.A. Tursi, Brian Rea O’Connor, Houghton Mifflin Company 2007, 8th edition. The book can be purchased used through Amazon. Other printed materials will be provided.
  • Fee: $215

5-week intermediate class:

  • ITALIAN READINGS AND CONVERSATION – UMORISMO: LETTURE DIVERTENTI
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Dates: 5 weeks ▪ Wednesday ▪ May 22nd – June 19th 2013
  • Time: 7:40 pm – 9:10 pm
  • Description: Students will explore different levels of conversation and comprehension and develop a broader and more articulate vocabulary through communicative exercises. This class is ideal for students who have completed the study of Italian grammar and want to increase their knowledge of speaking, reading, writing and comprehending the language
  • Materials: Please contact us for more information
  • Fee: $215


If interested, email info@percorsoitaliano.com or stop by the store to fill out a short survey for the instructors.

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  • The coffee at Caffè Torino is delicious. I love italian light roast and that's exactly what is offered. Their pastries and sandwiches are tasty and their ice cream sandwich is perfect. Not too sweet and very gourmet. Free wifi and friendly staff. Another great addition to the South Lake Union neighborhood.

    Daniela R. - Seattle, WA

  • Landed there by mistake one day last week with a friend, the owner and barista were so friendly. We got to sample a couple things on the menu. Just what Seattle needs some awesome genuine service. Great experience!

    Tiffany S. - Seattle, WA

  • Delicious sandwiches. The coffee is bangin as well as this mint tea drink with hot steamed milk. Cant wait to try happy hour. Polenta cookie with ice cream and pistachios? Yes please!

    Jean K. - Seattle, WA

  • Caffè Torino is a very welcome addition to the up-and-coming South Lake Union neighborhood. The casual atmosphere, trendy design, and friendly staff make it a great place to hang out for a coffee, snack, or lunch.

    Darren K. - Seattle, WA

  • Caffè Torino is new to our neighborhood and just wonderful! Friendliest owner, incredible chef, and the nicest staff - really feels like you've been transported to Italy for the afternoon.

    Amy C. - Seattle, WA

  • BEST SANDWICHES EVER!!!!!!!!! And they have icecream and cakes too!

    Katie C. - Seattle, WA

  • Went here on a special SLU wine and art night, and it's fantastic. Great atmosphere, and they have gluten-free treats which is a plus for me. The owner and staff are friendly and welcoming, I will definitely be back to try more of the food and drinks.

    Laura S. - Seattle, WA

  • Love this place. It's not Starbucks. It's not Subway. It's a real cafe with excellent coffee, pastries and sandwiches. My favorite? The ice cream sandwich (italian cookies stuffed with ice cream). Yes Dorothy, there is life outside the corporate chain.

    Sochi S. - Seattle, WA