We were visiting the area and were drawn in by the atmosphere of this cafe which was attached to a taproom as well. Still family friendly though. The matcha I got was well blended and good quality. Perfectly steamed milk. My companions said they enjoyed their lattes with the coffee flavor coming through. But. . . The biscuit sandwiches with their jam was our favorite thing. Next time we are in the area I’m going to try the classic biscuit w/ avocado too. They are games on the taproom side, but it seems like you could pick a game to play if you’re staying a while.
Overview
Discover The Burrow, a cozy neighborhood café located at 17171 Bothell Way NE Suite A015, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, United States. Set inside the Lake Forest Park Town Center and connected to the neighboring Vulpine Taproom, this independent café blends specialty coffee, creative breakfast food, and whimsical woodland-inspired personality. From a food blogger’s perspective, The Burrow succeeds because it feels genuinely different from a generic coffee chain: the menu is compact, the drinks are imaginative, and the fox-themed space encourages guests to slow down rather than simply grab a coffee and leave.
The menu focuses on breakfast and light café fare, including buttermilk biscuit sandwiches, biscuits and gravy, avocado toast, weekend shakshuka, espresso drinks, pour-over coffee, matcha, tea, ginger beer, and seasonal beverages. Current prices are approachable, with Biscuit and Jam around $6, Avocado Toast about $8, The Classic egg sandwich around $9, and Biscuits and Gravy roughly $10. Most customers can comfortably expect to spend about $10–$20 per person. Indoor and outdoor seating, free shopping-center parking, Wi-Fi, takeaway, wheelchair accessibility, and contactless payments add convenience.
One of the best introductions to The Burrow in Lake Forest Park is the Fox Madame. Built around the café’s hearty biscuit-sandwich style, it has become one of the dishes customers mention most when describing satisfying breakfasts here. A recent diner paired it with a cortado and called the café a great place for both food and coffee.
The Biscuits and Gravy are another standout. The café offers a deeply savory version built around well-toasted biscuits and flavorful gravy, with vegetarian mushroom-leek gravy also receiving enthusiastic praise. One customer described the biscuits as “AMAZINGLY savory,” while another recent visitor called the dish simply amazing. At around $10, it also represents strong value for a substantial breakfast.
Weekend visitors should look for the Shakshuka, currently listed at about $13. This tomato-based breakfast dish adds a lighter, more globally inspired option alongside the richer biscuit sandwiches, and recent customers specifically mention returning to try it.
Atmosphere is where The Burrow becomes especially memorable. Fox artwork, nature-inspired décor, handcrafted-looking tables, music, and comfortable seating create a playful but calming space. One recent reviewer called it “the most inviting coffee shop” they had visited, praising the staff, curated art, and relaxed environment.
A special touch is its relationship with Vulpine Taproom next door, giving the space a community-oriented identity that shifts naturally from morning coffee toward an evening neighborhood gathering place. Pets are also listed as welcome, adding appeal for casual outings.
For anyone comparing the best restaurants in Lake Forest Park for relaxed local dining experiences, The Burrow deserves attention for its biscuit breakfasts, creative coffee, welcoming staff, and distinctive woodland atmosphere. Visit for a Fox Madame, biscuits and gravy, or a carefully made latte and enjoy one of the area’s most characterful neighborhood cafés.
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Service options
âś“ Takeaway âś“ Dine-in âś“ DeliveryHighlights
âś“ Great coffee âś“ Great tea selectionPopular for
âś“ Breakfast âś“ Solo dining âś“ Good for working on laptopAccessibility
âś“ Wheelchair-accessible car park âś“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance âś“ Wheelchair-accessible seatingOfferings
âś“ Coffee âś“ Quick biteDining options
âś“ Breakfast âś“ Dessert âś“ Table serviceAmenities
âś“ Wi-FiAtmosphere
âś“ Casual âś“ CosyPayments
âś“ Credit cards âś“ Debit cards âś“ NFC mobile paymentsParking
âś“ Free of charge street parking âś“ Free parking lot âś“ ParkingPhotos
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An absolutely delightful little diner. The staff is super friendly, the food is delicious, and the decor is wonderful. The fox themed art and furry-themed food and drinks are an absolute delight, and I loved seeing so many furry stickers covering all of the napkin dispensers and whatnot.
What a great spot for a bite to eat and a wonderful coffee! Attached to Vulpine Taproom, this place is a VIBE. The go-to spot for me and friends the morning after a long night out. Had the Fox Madame and a very nice cortado.
Been hanging out at Vulpine Taproom for years now. The Cafe section is a wonderful daytime delight, especially being able to bring our kid to that area to hang out and spend time in the area. The menu is well balanced and thoughtful, focusing on custom creations for a unique experience. The staff are always pleasant and friendly and will call you by whatever name you give them. Dog-friendly as always. Grateful for both ice water and hot water. Now if only we can have coffee full-time in both venues ;)
The highly anticipated addition to the wonderful Vulpine Taproom! The ambience is just as fun and relaxed. Great drinks, food, music, art, and staff! You'll often find fun, eclectic people here, sometimes playing board or card games, creating art, and making engaging conversation. Once the Burrow approaches closing time, the Vulpine Taproom will come to life, too!
Bran new in Lake Forest Park. seating is abundant and comfortable. they have a big table for large parties, a set of comfy seats for the readers/laptop workers, and really cute decor including a big tree and a mural of a fox, and some wall art. Their pour-over coffee and cold brew is made with a very good quality roast and they have a variety of flavor profiles for coffee connosuers. One of their custom drinks is the fennec sunrise, which is a latte with lemon, tumeric, and cayanne, which very much compliments the espresso without being oppressively sweet- this one's amazing and i haven't found anything similar around here. a cute little robot makes the pourover helping wait times. The service is quick and polite and they've created an environment that's safe for families, all people, LGTBQ, and game-players. A good place to hang out and stay a while!
Such a cozy foresty vibe inside, and fantastic coffee to match. Love that it is in the same shared space as Vulpine so you can visit both sides. Super friendly staff! Bring stickers.
Ordered the vegetarian Biscuits and Gravy w. mushroom-leek gravy and a Bearly Awake (soymilk latte w. house-made mapple cinnamon syrup). The verdict? Biscuits were AMAZINGLY savory and full of mushroom flavor, and the latte was wonderfully balanced between not-too-sweet and not-too-bitter. Lovely! They clearly have their menu dialed down to a few excellent dishes. Ideal for a cafe. Servers and baristas were clearly having a good time as was the clientelle. Tunes were nicely modern. Decor was progressively welcoming for the furry community that it serves (and its owned and operated by furries too!). Its really nice to have a place where people like us can come to be ourselves openly. Its worth going to, even if its a bit of a drive. I'll be back