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Monday 4pm - 11pm Tuesday 4pm - 11pm Wednesday 4pm - 11pm Thursday 4pm - 11pm Friday 4pm - 10pm Saturday 2pm - 12am Sunday 2pm - 10pm

Hot Cakes

Makers of organic desserts & advocates of wilderness preservation. Ballard | Capitol Hill Gluten-free, vegan, & vegetarian friendly.

Serving organic desserts: hot molten chocolate cakes, milkshakes, ice cream sundaes, boozy shakes, drinking caramel and chocolate, cocktails, savory + breakfast, and so much more. Ballard Shop: 5427 Ballard Ave NW
Cap Hill Shop: 1650 E Olive Way

06/18/2026

Welcome to summer, Hot Cakes style! ☀️✨ You may have noticed our seasonal cakes sticking around a bit longer lately—and this season, we’re leaning into it. For the first time, we are rolling out a seasonal molten cake and shake that will be taking center stage for the entirety of the summer months!

Chef Brittany and the team have woven in the very best in-season PNW ingredients to keep things bright and balanced. From fresh local berries to comforting, nostalgic bakes, this menu celebrates the long, sun-soaked days we've all been waiting for. Whether you are local, or visiting for the Fifa World Cup, taste what summer in the PNW is all about!

Our doors open at 4 PM. We can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on—stop by any of our shops, find your new favorite, and be sure to tag us on social to let us know what you think! 🌊🍑🍫

For a full look at what was added to our menu take a look at our story or check out the highlight section of our profile ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

06/16/2026

Tag your milkshake date...
Did you know every one of our milkshakes has a vegan option? Thanks to our friends at Lopez Island Creamery , we offer a custom-made dairy-free ice cream that you can swap into to any order - including our seasonal key lime shake, which is only available for one more week!

06/08/2026

New season, new molten cake. Fresh summer flavors are officially dropping in a little over a week! ⁠We aren't spilling the secret just yet, but couldn't contain our excitement. In the meantime, enjoy the spring menu Coffee Stout Molten Cake in collaboration with Ghostfish!

Mark your calendars for next Thursday, 6/18 to see whats new and explore all of the flavors of our Summer Menu!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/09/2026

☀️ Mother’s Day weekend is officially here, and we’ve got the mimosas chilled and ready. We’re pulling out all the stops with a spread that covers every craving—from savory bites to the sweetest finishes.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

05/02/2026

Found: Your new springtime obsession. Underneath that golden, buttery almond-oat crumble lies a bubbly mix of tart sour cherries and local rhubarb. It’s warm, it's bright, and yes—the scoop of Lopez vanilla ice cream is non-negotiable 🍨🍒 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

04/22/2026

At Hot Cakes, protecting Washington’s wild lands isn’t just a seasonal trend—it’s been a founding principle of our company since day one.

In years past, you’ve seen us celebrate Earth Week with collaborative molten cakes and partnerships with Washington Wild. This year, we are taking a moment to step back from the "dessert specials" and return to the heart of the matter: Advocacy.

We believe that to keep making the treats you love, we must protect the local ecology that sustains us—from our waterways to our salmon and every evergreen in between. We invite you to celebrate Earth Day by supporting the work of Washington Wild. Check out their latest conservation campaigns and help us protect the wild spirit of Washington State.

Happy Earth Day! 🐋🌲🌎⁠⁠⁠⁠

04/17/2026

Celebrating a month of our Spring Menu! Enjoy some doodles and chalkboard signage from the Capitol Hill restaurant 👨‍🎨⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

04/10/2026

🥥🍍 We traded cocoa for coconut with our latest layer cake. This tender white cake is infused with dark rum and organic coconut milk, then layered with fresh pineapple marmalade for the ultimate spring bite. It’s light, bright, and officially available as a plated feature or as individual slices in our pastry case.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

04/03/2026

Key Lime Pie Shake: The ultimate refreshing pick-me-up for those drizzly April afternoons! Enjoy key lime pie in a whole new way: a cold, sippable, blended treat! Topped with whipped cream, graham cracker crumble, and a fresh slice of lime. It’s the perfect, creamy balance of tart and sweet, capturing that sunshine-in-a-glass feeling we’ve all been craving. It’s a decadent slice of pie served up old-school style - no fork required. Back on the menu for a limited time! 🥧⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

04/02/2026

☔️🍊 April is looking tropical! We’re shaking things up with brand-new specials to pair with our recently launched spring desserts. Rain or shine, we have just the thing to put a spring in your step. There’s a seat (& a treat) waiting for you at all three restaurants. See what's new within our stories!

Hurricane Cara: The rainy season in Seattle has us needing a little vacay to the tropics. Back for another year, the Hurricane Cara is our elevated take on a vacation classic. We’ve swapped standard citrus for peak-season Cara Cara oranges—a tribute to our owner, CaraMia—to create a drink that’s perfectly tart, exceptionally sweet, and incredibly refreshing. It’s the ultimate spring sipper, but like the Cara Cara season, it won't be here for long 🌊🍊🍹✨ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Address

3911 1st Ave S
Seattle, WA
98134

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 11pm
Tuesday	4pm - 11pm
Wednesday	4pm - 11pm
Thursday	4pm - 11pm
Friday	4pm - 10pm
Saturday	2pm - 12am
Sunday	2pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.getyourhotcakes.com/

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