The Seattle Grind Will Open Second Cafe Location
The business will launch its new Chophouse Row site on October 3.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Coffee
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The Seattle Grind is set to open its second city location at 1424 11th Ave on October 3. This new expansion will replace the former occupant, Meetea, within the Chophouse Row development.
Why it matters
Owners Mehmet and Ezgi Gültekin chose the site for its distinct character, aiming to bring their established coffee service to the Capitol Hill area. This expansion follows the success of their original shop located across from the Seattle Center.
The cafe operates daily from 7 AM to 6 PM and on Sundays from 8 AM to 6 PM. The location at 1424 11th Ave utilizes beans from Vashon Coffee Company with all baked goods prepared in-house.
The players
Mehmet Gültekin
He is the co-owner of The Seattle Grind who spearheaded the expansion into the new Chophouse Row site.
Ezgi Gültekin
She is the co-owner of The Seattle Grind who sought a location with character and soul for their second business venture.
The details
The Seattle Grind secured the lease at Chophouse Row after an opportunity arose to take over the space formerly occupied by Meetea. The business maintains its signature focus on in-house baking and high-quality coffee bean sourcing.
Timeline
The new cafe location will have a soft opening on October 3, 2026.
Culture Shift
The expansion reflects the broader trend of independent coffee houses anchoring the revitalization of dense urban mixed-use districts. By selecting a space within a established development like Chophouse Row, the owners are positioning their brand within Seattle's evolving social landscape.
Residents in the Capitol Hill area can now access the shop's house-made baked goods and Vashon Coffee Company beans at the 1424 11th Ave location. The cafe's new schedule offers regular daily hours starting at 7 AM for morning commuters.
The takeaway
Choosing a neighborhood space with soul is a priority for this business as it scales its operations. Customers can expect a consistent menu of in-house goods that mirror the standards set at the company's first location.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by CHS Capitol Hill Seattle.
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