Nielsen's Pastries in Seattle, WA
Nielsen's Pastries in Seattle, WA
Nielsen's Pastries in Seattle, WA
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Aisle — illustrative photo

Nielsen's Pastries

A bakery café at 520 2nd Ave W in Seattle, WA.

Bakery café Hours listed
Get directions (206) 282-3004 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Pacific Time

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Monday8 AM – 2 PM
Tuesday8 AM – 2 PM
Wednesday8 AM – 2 PM
Thursday8 AM – 2 PM
Friday8 AM – 2 PM
Saturday8 AM – 2 PM
SundayClosed

36 hours a week across 6 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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520 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

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Address520 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119
Phone(206) 282-3004
StyleBakery café
CountyKing County
Time zonePacific Time
From city center1.4 mi northwest

About Nielsen's Pastries

Nielsen's Pastries is a bakery café at 520 2nd Ave W, about 1.4 mi northwest of central Seattle.

It is one of 316 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Seattle, which works out to one bakery per 2,472 residents. If you want to compare, Sugar Bakery & Coffeehouse sits 0.2 mi from here.

The listed hours start at 8 AM and run as late as 2 PM, for about 36 hours across 6 days a week. Note that Sundays are a day off here.

The listing mentions takeout and Wi-Fi.

Services and amenities

Takeout Wi-Fi

What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Morning pastries

  • Blueberry muffinTall, domed muffin bursting with blueberries under a crunchy sugar crust; moist and tender inside.
  • Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.
  • Morning bunCroissant dough coiled with cinnamon and orange sugar, baked in a muffin tin until the edges caramelize and crunch.
  • Butter croissantLaminated pastry with dozens of crisp, shattering layers and a honeycombed, buttery interior; best eaten the morning it's baked.

Breakfast

  • Greek yogurt parfaitLayers of thick Greek yogurt, fresh berries and house granola with honey; cool, crunchy and lightly sweet.
  • Steel-cut oatmealSlow-simmered steel-cut oats with a nutty chew, topped with brown sugar, fresh fruit and a splash of milk.
  • Croissant breakfast sandwichFluffy scrambled eggs, smoked bacon and aged cheddar layered inside a split butter croissant and warmed through.
  • Avocado toastThick-cut toasted sourdough topped with smashed avocado, lemon, chili flakes and flaky salt; an egg can be added on top.

Sandwiches

  • Ham & brie baguetteThin-sliced ham, creamy brie and butter on a crusty baguette in the style of a Parisian café jambon-beurre.
  • Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.
  • Tuna meltTuna salad and melted Swiss griddled on sourdough until the bread is golden and the cheese starts to bubble.
  • Grilled vegetable paniniPressed focaccia filled with roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant, pesto and provolone; crisp, smoky and herby.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 8 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
  • Closed on Sundays — plan weekend treats for Saturday.
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Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Aisle — illustrative photo
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Questions about Nielsen's Pastries

What are Nielsen's Pastries's hours?
Nielsen's Pastries's listed hours are Mon–Sat: 8 AM – 2 PM; Sun: Closed. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Nielsen's Pastries open on Sunday?
No, Nielsen's Pastries is listed as closed on Sundays.
What time does Nielsen's Pastries open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 8 AM on Monday.
Where is Nielsen's Pastries located?
Nielsen's Pastries is at 520 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Nielsen's Pastries?
The listed phone number is (206) 282-3004.
Does Nielsen's Pastries offer takeout or delivery?
Takeout is available according to the listing.
What should I order at Nielsen's Pastries?
As a bakery café, typical picks include Blueberry muffin, Cranberry orange scone, Greek yogurt parfait, and Steel-cut oatmeal. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Nielsen's Pastries?
Nearby options include Sugar Bakery & Coffeehouse (0.2 mi), Bake Shop (0.3 mi), and Honey Crumb Cake Studio (0.3 mi).

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