So I’ve gotten to work some shifts at our newest location, over on Beacon Hill. It’s been known as Galaxie Espresso for some time over there and has built it’s reputation as a chill neighborhood hang-out with some kick-ass espresso. 

It feels a lot like Portland. If you’ve ever been down there and to checked out some of the killer cafes they have, you know what I’m talking about.  Sparse white walls, minimalism with well thought out woodworking, subtle design nuances: all the elements really work together to make the space.  

 

There’s a huge map of Beacon Hill across the left wall and intricate architectural drawings spotting the right.

 

 

It’s small, the long corridor of a cafe kind of spills out the back door into the backyard of the neighborhood. Customers use the back door just as much as the front, giving the place a faster pace.  A pretty steady breeze as well as abundant natural light making it feel like you’re practically working outdoors.  It has a great feel.

 

 The owners of Galaxie, Woody and Yen, were longtime friends of Chris and Jen, the founders of Victrola.  Woody actually built our Roastery on Pike St so you’ll probably notice some similar stylings.  

As far as transitioning this cafe into a full-fledged Victrola, the changes will be subtle.   Woody and Yen have done a great job creating a sense of community at the cafe and their efforts when it comes to quality make it quite easy hit the ground running with the operation.

There are plans of maybe extending the porch out back, which Woody has always wanted to do, for a bit more seating.  Just some fine-tuning on the Synesso and grinders, maybe a few new faces behind the bar, and we’re ready to roll.

 

So if you have some time, come check it out! The Galaxie sign probably won’t change for a good month or so.

Victrola Beacon Hill or “V3″ (formerly know as Galaxie Espresso)
3215 Beacon Ave S 
(between Hanford St & Horton St)
Seattle, WA 98144

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