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    Matta Cafe

    4.2 (54 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Kiara V.

    Great coffee, gorgeous cafe, great ambiance, great staff, went during my Book clubs silent reading hour. LOVE that it's indoor outdoor with a giant garage door open. Keep that in mind if it's a chilly day not sure how often it's closed vs open. Cappuccino was delicious and perfectly frothy Didn't get a chance to try the food since they were selling out of the snack I had my eye on (was a very busy event so definitely no shade on the cafe).

    Affogato
    Michaela D.

    I got an affogato and it was so delicious the flavor of the espresso was bold but not overpowering. That combined with the ice cream was perfect for a warm Portland day. The service was friendly and the coffee came out quickly and they delivered it right to the table which was nice. The ambiance is great inside the cafe, more than enough seating and nice comfortable seats.

    Anna Z.

    Super cute café with a woody plant aesthetic, and plenty of seating in a big open space. I got a matcha latte with oat milk which reasonably priced at $5 and unsweetened (this should be the default!!), though a bit on the milky side. Great spot to hang out, but the wifi was pretty slow when I was planning to work. I'd come back to try their coffee + food!

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    Rika M.

    Once inside some Hawaiian feel ambience jumps right in front of you. On top of the Hawaiian feeling, a bit of a modern Tiki bar ambience is seen a little mixed in. And the background music is an absolute match to the overall all atmospheric vibe. Well done; the first impression is always a must to achieve to appease. The young lady at the bar is/was the epitome of the best customer oriented service worker. The moment I stepped in, she, with the sweetest voice, welcomed me. This instantaneously broke the ice. After walking in the chilly morning in downtown Portland, this was a much needed ice breaker to warm me up to the center of my body. "What brought you in?" "How did you hear about us" to strike a friendly conversation with me followed. She then walked me through the menu a little bit but she let me take my time to peruse it on my own. I didn't feel pressured into deciding at all. My eyes caught "Espresso Boosted Dirty Chai/Matcha". When I said that alouy, she explained that it's on the sweeter side but she then said that said sweetened could easily be tailored to match my tastes/needs. I didn't hesitate for asking her to incorporate my likings into it: decrease the sweetness down to 1/3. She pleasantly received it. While paying, she continued to carry on a conversation with me to get to know me (I told her I was visiting Portland for a day from Denver. She then elaborated that she'd be visiting Denver next week for the first time. What a coincidence!) She said to take a seat where she'd bring my Espresso Boosted Dirty Chai to my table. What a kind gesture. My chai was, first of all, beautifully made in a large cup on a matching coaster. When I took my first sip, oh boy, it immediately hit the spot. Just the right amount of sweetness as I asked for; the barista perfected it although like a piece of cake (she later came to me and asked how the sweetness was to which I said it was simply perfect. She gave me her sweet "yay" and off she went back to the bar.) So in conclusion, ambience checked, service checked, quality checked. What else should I say to give this place better accolades to elevate it? Nothing!! What a wonderful place! If this place was in Denver, I would frequent it. PS - this place serves alcohol. The selection of cocktails is quite the size!

    Hair stuck between the cup and lid.

    When I first walked in, I loved the aesthetic and it was very nice inside. The cashier/barista was nice but I feel like she was more on the serious side not really social so that kinda threw the whole vibe off. When I left the shop there was a breeze and I noticed a strand of hair stuck between the lid and the cup. I took a picture of what was left since I was pulling the big part of the hair out.

    interior - plants and selenite tower
    Tani N.

    my partner and i came here on valentines day because of their special menu ! we both got red velvet lattes which were so delicious and layered so nicely. we especially loved the cream cheese cold foam. the interior was so cute with huge plants and selenite towers, and our barista was so cutesy and kind !

    Iced dirty matcha with 2 pumps of vanilla syrup & cappuccino
    Julie P.

    Got here when they open at 7 AM. Friendly and welcoming staff. The interior is nice and aesthetically appealing. I got the iced dirty Matcha which was not as tasty as I would like. It did have a gritty, powder, bitter taste. Something I would probably not get again. The cappuccino was decent. Although I did enjoy the toasted croissant.

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    Zainab F.

    Firstly, the food was well worth the wait. Everything came out piping hot - the cheese pulls were insane! The bakery desserts (coffee cake muffin and cinnamon rolls) were warmed up too. I am still thinking about the mashed potato and cheese arepa, as well as the vegetable empanada. All the arepas and empanadas were delicious though and I would love try them all again next time. I love how they all came with a side of plaintain chips and some amazing salsa. The drinks were great too! My friend said this was probably the best chai latte they had in town. I docked a star because when we walked in at 11am there was a DJ blasting music that felt a bit too loud for the morning (and for a cafe setting in general) lol - maybe it was a special event. It was 90% empty but our drinks and food still took a while to come out than expected, but it's not a huge deal since it was all so good! The workers were really friendly.

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    Roni S.

    Such a cozy and welcoming spot! The atmosphere at this café is perfect for relaxing or getting some work done. The staff were super friendly, and the overall vibe was chill and inviting. We tried the affogato (espresso poured over vanilla ice cream) it was rich, creamy, and had just the right balance of sweetness and espresso kick. The iced matcha latte was refreshing with a nice earthy bitterness. We also had the London Fog cookie, which was tasty, though a bit heavy on the icing for our taste. Overall, a great experience and we'll definitely be coming back!

    Kimmy K.

    This is a very aesthetic cafe with tropical vibes and an open-air concept. I wanted to try the viral $5 matcha, but came around 1pm, and they were unfortunately out of matcha for the day. I ordered an iced jasmine tea, which was light and refreshing, but a little watered down. There is a lot of seating inside and some outlets as well, making it a good work or study spot. If you're looking to try the matcha, try to go earlier rather than later!

    Steve A.

    Matta brings a taste of Colombian coffee to PDX. This was my first time, and I got to say my latte was full of super rich and delicious flavors. Walking in, I heard more Spanish being spoken than I've heard in years. Its great to see latinos supporting this business. Friendly staff, spacious seating, street parking (Located on N Flanders). Come. You won't be disappointed.

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    Bianca H.

    Matta balances its dual identity as a daytime café and a nighttime bar. As a study spot, it is functional, though the smaller tables can feel a bit cramped for more than a laptop and a notebook. I ordered a mocha, which was generously sized but leaned on the sweeter side and could have been served hotter. What lingers with me is curiosity about its evening vibe. The space feels intentionally designed to transform, leaving me wondering how its charm shifts once the café crowd fades and the bar energy takes over. It is definitely worth a return visit to experience both sides.

    cinnamon chai with apple cold foam!!!
    Molly P.

    as i walked in i was immediately in love with matta. the space looks fantastic. i had a yummy iced cinnamon chai with apple cider cold foam, and it was as delicious as it sounds. our pastries were good too. i'll definitely go back next time im in town!

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    Charlie was so amazing, she took our large party's orders and made sure my friend had the best birthday! Will return soon!

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    Great lattes, plants ans music make for a great ambiance. Chill vibes! Hight recommend it.

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