Environment: nice shared space with the pizza shop. High ceiling and seats indoors and outdoors…read more Staff: friendly and helpful as I had a few questions about their coffee beans. Drink: I got their iced Americano. I was asking about the acidity of the beans as I wanted something less 'sour.' In the end I got their Americano with a splash of cream and it was good! I was able to handle the acidity and enjoyed my coffee!

Very cool space design and concept, but we had to wait an astounding 30 minutes for one espresso…read moredrink midday on a Sunday. Would have been a bit more manageable if we had known before getting in line or had a buzzer (so we could have taken a walk and come back). Unfortunately, we will likely not be able to return for that reason.

What a fabulous little bakery and should I say bookstore?! Delicious pastries, quiche and coffee!…read moreService was friendly and ambiance was fire!

A very chill neighborhood cafe with good pastry selection. It doesn't have too much space but a…read morenice place to have a delicious pastry and a nice coffee. They have good seasonal options.

Rain OR Shine has a new owner and they have apparently laid off nearly all of their prior staff…read more Visited shortly after they reopened and while things appear pretty similar, the vibe is distinctly off. They weren't playing any music and it just felt weird. Hopefully things improve.

I had a golden chai latte, and I added Matcha to it today at this location and it was so amazing!…read moreThe barista really took their time to create a beautiful work of art in my latte cup and I really enjoyed this combination that I put together of the golden chai with the Matcha. It wasn't too sweet and it honestly was just right and I highly recommend trying it with the oat milk!

An easy hike up to Mount Tabor, THIS IS THE PLACE (a transitional space) selling James Beard…read moreaward-winning Chef Katy Millard's infamous and unrivaled cookie (See: "Ode to the Cookie") 7 days a week. I've traveled and tried, but there's absolutely none like it - the smoked roughly chopped almonds and toffee, large chips of chocolate and crystalline flake salt. GOOD NEWS for people who love food news: SHIPPING AVAILABLE! While in town, I'm happy to sample something new: the MORNING BUN swirled & kneaded with chocolate (texture of an Apple Fritter, minus the fruit), glazed top (egg wash?) & crystalline sugared bottom. It's bready and sweet and pulls apart in delicious sections that pair perfectly with my COAVA COFFEE Cortado (brown sugar in the bottom) served in NEW ROOTS compostable cups (these give back with use). An easy seat on the patio is heavenly in sweet PNW summer weather. Meanwhile it is actually a tightly edited Farmer's Market (sandwiches by day, oysters by night) including a variety of artisanal picks - many fine sardines & GENTILE pasta, COQUINE Puddin' Pops, REVEL meats, PAHDI Pink Garlic, STEELPORT knives, BAREBONES pruners, & cookbooks! PRO TIP: Nothing beats arriving early and grabbing a crispy cookie warm off the rack - chips are melty miraculous!

The quintessential neighborhood spot with perfected everything, whether you're looking for a café…read moreand pastry or a delicious lunch. They also have a beautifully curated selection of provisions, gifts, home goods and books. I had an iced latte and the Caesar salad panini. Heaven. Also, noted that the barista knew 99% of the customers by name which feels really sweet. Getting to enjoy the sunshine in the outdoor seating was a bonus.

Beautiful and bright! Love the space and design with the…read morevinyl music ambiance. Vanilla bean latte - 4/5 not too sweet with a dark roast espresso latte taste. Great milk to espresso ratio to let you taste the coffee flavor. Strawberry matcha - 5/5 well whisked matcha with real strawberries! I love when places use real strawberry and whisk it into the milk before the matcha is added. I hope they add this to the regular menu because I think it was just a valentines special.

Better Days Cafe is a cool community-oriented spot located in SE PDX. To get here, street parking…read morewill be your best option and there is a good amount of it around the area. Inside, they have cozy and spacious setup with adequate space for seating. For their menu, they have a nice selection of coffee, matcha, and other bites to choose from. I got a Chocolate Ube Foam drink for today and really enjoyed its flavor profile. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Better Days are here at Better Days Cafe!

Just as good as I remember. An excellent spot to stop & enjoy a cup of coffee and a baked good,…read moreespecially if you want sweet or savory pie. The Raspberry Ginger scone was very good & had chunks of crystallized ginger. Most people are working on laptops or hanging out, so the noise level is perfectly reasonable.

Had a brief work meeting at this location this morning. Had a cup of decaf, Americano, and a…read moreraspberry scone. The scone was good, it was way too sweet for my taste. The decaf Americano was very good. The counter service here was really good, the person putting the register was very friendly, very fast, very helpful. The place was very busy with a nice vibe of people working, and people just enjoying their coffee.

Maaaaaaybe my new favorite coffee shop!…read more I had been to their other location but for some sad reason never made it here. Located on Hawthorne just past the curve at 50th, they've got plenty of free street parking in the nearby blocks. They don't have much external signage but they do have a lot of outdoor streetside seating, so it makes you wonder what everyone else knows. Inside, they've got Coava coffee, efficient staff, and an old-school cafe vibe. With multiple couches (one of my main criteria for a coffee shop) and free wifi, this is a place to work, meet people, and slow down. Great long hours - they're open 6am-6pm.

A part of the third wave coffee movement (#1), this second location of Albina Press made big…read moreheadlines back in the day for being the next step in coffee pioneer Kevin Fuller's (#2) vision for making coffee more than just a drink. The intentions were genuine and things have progressed in a way where Albina Press is one of the most recognized coffee brands in the city. It's not too dissimilar from its OG sister location in North Portland (#3), where they still brew high quality caffeinated drinks with the vibes of a homey communal space with chairs, couches, and individual tables for a proper coffee date, WFH worthy WiFi, and plenty of anti-war propaganda in the self-serve water area in the back. The latte art was on point, the cold brew was most definitely strong, cafe au lait was milky and foamy in the best way, and the americano drinks were fabulous. While their hours (#4) aren't particularly suited for after-work hours, they do an excellent job of keeping their space clean and the vibes low key throughout the morning and afternoon. Prices are good for Portland standards. Most drinks are $5 and under, even for the largest sizes. The limited but high quality pastry selection is also appreciated. The service was good overall, just be certain with the order and don't be afraid to ask for recommendations. Lines can happen, albeit rarely, and I would encourage most folks to drink the coffee on the spot. The space is part of the experience (be weary of the restrooms tho), so enjoy the low key ambiance with a drinkable jumpstart to the day. Maximize the time by starting early and be aware that street parking is the only way. __________ (#1) If you understand this, then you're either a serious coffee enthusiast or a massive food nerd. Ironically, I'm neither. (#2) R.I.P. (#3) https://www.yelp.com/biz/albina-press-portland (#4) They close at 6pm daily.

Great staff! Nice range of coffees and espresso drinks and pastries. Fun neighborhood spot.read more

On the way to the hospital to visit my husband and bring him breakfast and coffee, I arrived a…read morelittle earlier, sat on the bench alone, in unfamiliar area, waited for them to open. I saw that the lady inside was prepping things and saw me outside and I hoped she would let a lone woman in while she turns on the espresso machine but nooo she opened right on the dot but by that time I was as in my car and going down the street to Starbucks. Missed opportunity for friendly, hospitable customer service.