Tailwind Cafe & Bar – American
Sun-drenched and inviting, this neighborhood haunt serves as a vibrant sanctuary where the aroma of artisanal coffee mingles with the savory scent of bubbling Gruyère and toasted sourdough. The kitchen elevates daytime classics into art forms, from the creamy, citrus-kissed heights of their signature avocado toast to the hearty, pressed layers of a Cubano Italiano. Whether lingering over a colorful seasonal salad or finding comfort in a steaming bowl of house-made soup, guests enjoy a seamless blend of casual warmth and culinary polish.
1424, 11th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122 https://tailwindcafe.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Dairy-Free at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Chips, Vegan Breakfast Sammy and Rotating Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rotating Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Chips, Joe's Caprese and Assorted Pastries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Fried Egg and Cheap Beer Can. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dirty Mojito and Ginger Gimlet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dirty Mojito and Ginger Gimlet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Chips, Vegan Breakfast Sammy and Smoked Rye Manhattan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
Tailwind Cafe & Bar in Seattle has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Chips, Greek Yogurt & Granola and Add Fried Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tailwind Cafe & Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Salad! | 22.1 g | 40.4 g |
| Cubano Italiano | 54.4 g | 28.1 g |
| Vegan Breakfast Sammy | 96.1 g | 26.7 g |
| Cheap Beer Can | 0 g | 22.8 g |
| Turkey Pesto Club | 21.1 g | 17.7 g |
| Greek Yogurt & Granola | 8.7 g | 13.8 g |
| Add Fried Egg | 0.3 g | 10.9 g |
| Smoked Rye Manhattan | 35.7 g | 7.1 g |
| Drip Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Potato Chips | 36.1 g | 5.3 g |
| Croque Monsieur/Madame | 3.6 g | 1.9 g |
| Ginger Gimlet | 3.3 g | 1.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Foods
- Best Avocado Toast in Seattle - $12: A whole avocado smashed on sour white with seeds, spices, and oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Croque Monsieur/Madame - $15: Creamy Bechamel Sauce with Gruyere, Parmesan and Smoked Ham on Sourdough Bread, served with Pickle & Arugula Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Greek Yogurt & Granola - $10: Greek Yogurt, Nut Based Cereal, Hemp Seeds, House Berry Compote, & Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham, Egg & Cheese Sammy - $11: Smoked Ham, eggs & sharp white cheddar on an English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Breakfast Sammy - $12: Just Egg, Beyond Sausage, Arugula, Sambal, Vegan Aioli on an English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
Lunch & Evening
- Cubano Italiano - $16: Dry Salami & Honey Ham with Pickles, Swiss cheese, Tangy Mustard Sauce. Served with Chips or Salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Joe's Caprese - $15: Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, Sun dried Tomatoes, Arugula, Olive Tapenade. Served with Chips or Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Salad! - $14: Arugula, Goat Cheese, Roasted Beets, Sweet Potatoes & Sea-Salted Pistachios with Lemon-Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Pesto Club - $16: Roasted Turkey, Crispy Bacon & Cheddar with Fresh Pesto & spiced Mayo on Focaccia Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rotating Soup - $8: A regularly rotating soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Potato Chips - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Fried Egg - $2.5: Add to any breakfast item Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Assorted Pastries - $5: Selection from Macrina Bakery & Alexandra's Macarons Dietary tags: Halal Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Drip Coffee - $4: Herkimer beans
- Latte - $6: Espresso with milk
- Smoked Rye Manhattan - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Mezcal Negroni - $13
- Dirty Mojito - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ginger Gimlet - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cheap Beer Can - $4: Our choice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Tailwind Cafe & Bar
- Is Tailwind Cafe & Bar dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tailwind Cafe & Bar has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Chips, Vegan Breakfast Sammy and Rotating Soup.
- What can I eat at Tailwind Cafe & Bar on a dairy-free diet?
- Potato Chips, Vegan Breakfast Sammy and Rotating Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tailwind Cafe & Bar have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Potato Chips and Vegan Breakfast Sammy.
- Is Tailwind Cafe & Bar gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tailwind Cafe & Bar?
- The Salad!, at roughly 40.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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