Geo’s Cuban & Creole Cafe

Seattle, United States

4.4

Closed now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards
Free Wi-Fi

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Bussiness info

Takes Reservations
No
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Good For
Lunch
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Casual
Noise Level
Average
Alcohol
Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wi-Fi
Free
Has TV
No
Dogs Allowed
No
Waiter Service
No
Caters
Yes

Description

Specialties

Authentic Cuban sandwiches and entrees, some of the best Gumbo in town, and slow roasted pork are just a few of our specialties. We also serve delicious hot breakfast sandwiches, espresso, Cuban style coffee, beer and wine.

History

Established in 2013.

Geordanys Rodriguez & Kim Gianotti, searched for some time before finding the perfect spot on Seaview Ave NW in Ballard, near Golden Gardens.

«We love it! It’s a cozy space with big windows and high wood beamed ceilings. We spent the whole summer fixing it up, doing all the work ourselves with the help of friends and family.» Says Kim.

A recent trip to Cuba became the inspiration for the color pallet. «We spotted a charming building in the old city of Havana painted a warm yellow with bright blue trim and knew it was the perfect combination. For the interior, Cuban sky blue, citrus green, and melon, just like the inside of a juicy papaya.»

The food… Cuban and Creole. «We love the idea of offering two types of food thought to be unrelated. In fact they have the same roots. Both are influenced by Spanish, French and African traditions. It’s the way the ingredients are combined that makes them so different. Both are hearty and flavorful but Creole tends to be spicier.»

Meet the Business Owner

Geo R.

Business Owner

Geo was born in Guantanamo, Cuba. He lived in both Guantanamo and Havana. After graduating from high school he attended Elbosque culinary arts school. Cooking has been a passion for Geo since he was a child. He remembers helping his grandmother prepare family meals and being intoxicated by the smells coming from the kitchen. His father was also a huge influence and a talented chef.

Geo first arrived in the U.S. in 2005 when he was in his mid 20’s. It was a huge transition for him, having never been off the island of Cuba before. But, he embraced his new life and began taking English classes at Seattle Central and working at a Bakery on Bainbridge Island. Since those initial days he has work in several acclaimed restaurants in Puget Sound, fine tuning his culinary talents and restaurant industry experience.

Geo has embraced life in the U.S. and lives his passion every day. He is very proud to be the chef and co-​owner of Geo’s Cuban & Creole with his partner, Kim.