When I realized I needed to schedule a meeting somewhere between Beaverton and North Portland, this place was the first that came to mind. It had been on my list to try, and I'm so glad I finally did. Despite the unique décor, it turned out to be the perfect meeting spot--they have a back room with a large table that worked beautifully for the four of us. Everyone enjoyed their drinks, which all had fun, creative names. The guy behind the counter was so nice. I think he loved my enthusiasm for everything. I also picked up an Apple Skull Cake cider to-go for my husband, and it was both fun and delicious. Such a great experience--I'll definitely be back. read more

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The strawberry cold brew with oatmilk was yummy. I had a breakfast dish and a snack. Both were yummy. The folks working there were helpful, super friendly and welcoming. LOVE the ambiance! Such a cool idea, and right in the neighborhood. My ONLY complaint is that the music being played did not match the vibe at all. The place needed some darkwave/goth/synth stuff. Even old school goth stuff would be great. read more

I love this place-so very kool!! I had some coffee and an egg sandwich and just love the whole thing. The atmosphere is just so nice! I will go here every time I am in the neighborhood! read more

Visiting from San Diego and we were looking for unique coffee shops. Definitely hit the spot with Memento Mori, which is my favorite Latin phrase. Of course it has a goth vibe to it, lots of art and decor that matches the theme. They also have stuff for sale like local art and 3-D printed decorations. Big menu with lots of options. We ordered the Anima Nera (licorice latte) and a Weeping Willow (strawberry matcha). Both of our drinks were really good, yes I am a fan of black licorice. The employee that helped us out was kind and patient with us choosing our drinks. Location is pretty big with lots of room for seating inside and out. Parking might be a challenge. read more

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Visiting from Los Angeles and stumbled upon this gem. The ambiance was super unique- gothic through and through with the most beautiful plants. The woman taking my order was very sweet. I ordered a Nightshade and had a strawberry skull cake that was way more moist than I was expecting and I definitely mean that in a good way. read more

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I ordered the Shamrocked special. Which was very delicious and I would def get again. I liked the haunted gothic theme with the unique drinks they had to offer as well. Excited to go back and try others. read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This little corner café was adorable! I loved the dark academia vibe, and the menu names to match! They had local artwork available for purchase, and so many cute displays! Staff were great, explanatory when I had questions, and our drinks came out fast and looked fabulous! My only issue was that when I ordered an ube matcha, I'm also certain it was taro. Delicious nonetheless, but they're different flavors, and I think they might've missed the mark on this one! I was able to enjoy the drink still, and I'm never one to condemn a taro matcha! I'd definitely come back! read more

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fun little coffee shop to visit to get us into the halloween spirit. LOVE the decor and witchy vibes of this place. lots of things to look at and shop when waiting for your order. staff were friendly and even offered the bestsellers when we didn't know what to order. my toddlers loved looking around the odds and ends. it wasn't scary for them. coffees are interesting with fun combos ive yet to see elsewhere. it's definitely a reason to come back and try new things! i wish i could try all the bakery goods as well for the same reasons. read more

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Came here again and had the Frankenstein and that was so yummy! I love the energy of this place and I love how I was able to buy a pair of Liliths hands from local artists! It's always updating and if you're into a gothic aesthetic this is the place for you! Follow their IG! Always great service here! read more

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We paid a visit during spooky season and this place did not disappoint. We ordered seasonal beverages: Calavera Sucia Chai and Camazotx Elixir de Vida. Both were divine! We had to grab a skull, the flavor was Horror-chata pumpkin. Absolutely delicious...I wish we ordered two! We also snagged an order of Santa de Muerta Mourning Toast, an avocado toast with elotes. Incredible flavor! Service was fast despite how busy the cafe was. They were also celebrating the cafe's anniversary with a free slice of birthday cake. It was good vibes! read more

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I've been to Memento Mori 3 times now. The first time was shortly after they opened, there was a sign that they were sold out. Next time was during World Vegan Month. I got the Upside Down Chai Latte and it was good. The Breakfast Bagel sandwich was super tasty! So today, I found myself nearby, on a job. I decided to stop for food and beverage. Paid street parking can be tricky. I lucked out that the spot I found wasn't very far. Last time I visited was on a weekend, and no seating inside, but it was nice outside and we got a table outside. Today, a Wednesday I sat inside. I ordered an iced tea, went with the recommendation of Veil of Verbena. It was refreshing. I got the Grim Reaper breakfast sandwich, it was good, but next time I would revisit the Bagel sandwich. After I finished the sandwich, I decided to try a couple baked goods. I got the Bavarian cream Danish and ate it in the shop. It was yummy! I got a horchata skull cake to enjoy for later. I took my Kindle to read, the spot I found wasn't that comfortable. I didn't see till I was leaving that there was a side room with a comfy couch and board games. Good to know for future visits! I loved the macabre decor of Memento Mori. Love that this place is 100% vegan! read more

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We stopped by Memento Mori Café in October and ended up really enjoying it. I tried the Santa Muerte avocado toast, and honestly, the aioli was what tied it all together, it was super flavorful and set a precedent for avocado toast since. My partner got the Grim Reaper, which he liked overall. We both went for blended drinks he got a caramel-based, mine was chocolate-based. They were tasty, definitely indulgent, but very sugary. That one's partly on us for going for the seasonal sweet bombs, but still worth noting. My only real complaint: the price. For two blended drinks and our meals, the total landed close to $50, which felt steep for what we got. I'm all for supporting small businesses, but the cost caught me off guard. That said, the café itself was spotless, the aesthetic was awesome, the service was friendly and quick, and the food was genuinely good. With slightly more reasonable pricing, it'd be an easy five stars. Solid four out of five. read more

this coffee shop has the coolest, most distinct aesthetic ! the menu is huge, with so many drink and food options. it's also so cool to find a cafe that is all vegan. for drinks we got a hell raiser (blended gothacino w biscoff sauce + cajeta) and a vampira (red velvet latte). for food we got the enchanted pig and the grim reaper! all of this was so yum ! i definitely want to visit again to try all of their other tasty things. read more

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All of my goth dreams have come true. I wonder if memento mori caters funerals. If so, please reach out so I can update my will. *Arrival* There's one bike rack out front that's big enough for 2 bikes. There's only street parking and you have to pay all days except Sundays. *Seating* There are a few tables for 2 and a few tables for 4 outside. As you might expect, they're all black. The inside has seating as well. *Ambiance* OMGGGG there aren't even words to describe all the thought that went into every detail. From the music to the bathroom to the menu to the water container to the art to the condiment bar and the list goes on, everything is 110% on theme. *Food and Drink* Everything on the menu is vegan and has a spookicool name. I ordered the Grave Digger gothaccino with whip and the enchanted pig breakfast bagel sandwich. David got the el cucuy, which was appropriate since he grew up in Spain being threatened that he would be eaten by that monster if he was naughty haha. They also have skull shaped cakes in 2 flavors but I didn't get one. Everything I had was delicious. My only complaint is that my gothaccino was already separated when I picked it up from the bar. For a freshly made frap, I expect it to be thick and blended for the first 10 minutes. Maybe they don't add enough xanthan gum. read more

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Cute coffee shop but overpriced for what they are offering. If you are going to charge over $10 for a breakfast sandwich it should be of a better quality. The coffee was good but food was not good at all. Won't be back ! read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Crappy breakfast sandwich that has bacon and sausage - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

A goth girl dream. Love this place. The ambience is awesome. Super spooky in just the right fun way with a great selection of speciality drinks. I tried the Red Velvet Latte and it didn't disappoint! Next time I'm in I'll try a few seasonal! Artwork on the walls and for sale, huge menu selection and really nice seating. read more

Memento Mori Cafe - red velvet latte - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

wowowowowwoowwowowowo. sO DELICIOUS and friendly staff an the place was decorated so well. i remember visiting back when this place was wicked garden alchemy, a food truck. they've come so far and im so proud! read more

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My friend found this Vegan cafe on Instagram & we made it our mission to stop by while passing through Portland. It is a whole vibe, unlike any other coffee shop we have been to. Their menu is unique with plenty of drink varieties & their base milk is oat (love that). We ordered a Crypt Keeper, a Werewolf & a Zinnia - all so delicious! I opted for a Strawberry Danish & my friend got a Pumpkin Skull Muffin & Santa Muerte. We devoured everything! The food & drinks were fantastic & we also loved all the local artists that were featured. There is both indoor and outdoor seating & we found parking a block away. We had the pleasure of speaking with the owner who took our order & welcomed us in. They have a lot of events for the community so stop by & grab something if y'all are in the area. I'm still thinking about that Ube Matcha... read more

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I love it here! It's so cute inside, the servers are always great, food is amazing, and the coffee drinks are to DIE for. I've introduced many others to this shop and everyone falls in love with it. read more

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Who doesn't love a spooky vegan coffee house? Memento Mori Cafe is located in a quiet area of NW, easily walkable from the bustling NW 23rd. It was nearly lunch time as I ordered an americano and an $8 slice of bread. Any place with a non dairy creamer option is alright in my book. The Maple Miso Butterscotch bread truly hit the spot. More savory than expected, the $8 slice was filling and worth every penny. Loved it! Great vibe, fun art, nice employees. Next time I'm in the area I'll definitely return and try more of the menu. read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Toast with vegan cream cheese and butterscotch miso sauce - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This cafe has a very unique concept. Coffee but make it GOTH! The exterior of the building is gloomy, sharp, and gothic. There is patio seating outside. When walking in, I was immediately greeted by the staff. It has a morose, enigmatic, and dreary feel to it. The vibes are immaculate! You truly step into an another world. I was immediately drawn to it. Right at the entrance, the left hand said has a room for lounging and the right has some more tables and chairs. There is a nice little gallery hallway with picture frames. There were several people in both areas, enjoying their drinks. Quite a few more people came in after we did. At the counter, there is a beautifully decorate vine bar with pastries like skull cakes and other pastries. I unfortunately was not able to try the skull cake :( but the chai macaroon and the brownie was heavenly. The conchas look like spiderwebs! The menu is laminated. Very diverse and big menu, there is something for everyone! They also have gluten free pastries! I had a hard time deciding, since everything looked good! I asked the barista what matcha he recommended. He suggested the Ishtar, which is the pistachio matcha. Price was fair, $6.75 for a small. I took a look around the cafe. They have incense, candles, and trinkets for sale. They have a bench with the skull for pictures. Before long, my drink was ready! I took a sip. The drink was very flavorful and tasty! Very unique. I love it! I was able to try their quiet room drink and mushroom coffee as well. Very tangy and unique. We went into the lounge room to enjoy our drinks. There are board games and a projector. I enjoyed everything about this place! Friendly staff, obscure, and dank! Thank you! :) would definitely be back! read more

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10 Stars!! The owner was in and helped us with our order. She was lovely!! The popcorn oatmilk latte was outta this world as was my breakfast sandwich. The decor was welcoming and vibey perfect for us spooky girls. If I lived in PDX, I'd def be a regular! I loved the games available too.. we stayed a while to eat drink and chill out and a few games of dominos made us linger and enjoy and little longer.. Bones & Memento Mori=Perfect Match read more

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Love this place so much, the decor and ambiance are so fun in addition to super fancy drinks and solid tasty food. There's a side room (up one step) with larger tables to seat four or more people, plus some fun card games for hanging out with friends (or fiends). read more

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The skull cake was delicious. We arrived somewhat tardily, and the majority of the pastries were gone. The restaurant offers a delightful assortment of bagels, sandwiches, pastries, and distinctive matcha beverages. They prominently showcase their whimsical and gothic ambiance, as well as their extensive menu, which features imaginative and creative names. Additionally, we appreciate the warm hospitality of the staff and the local art available for purchase. read more

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The service and ambiance are a beautiful gothic theme. Dog toys for any furry visitors and plenty of seating. Coffee is amazing. Chaga drink with espresso or the the wolfman drink!! read more

This place is so good that we went twice in one week with our out of town guests. This is a super cozy bakery with the best goth decor, heavenly drinks and mind blowing baked goods. I got the ah puch (hot cocoa) chilled and it was delicious! The skull cakes were soft and tasty - I got an ube flavored one and I'm still thinking about it. Their art is really great too and we were able to procure some nice pieces. You can tell that the owner has great taste and amazing creativity and works very hard! Will definitely pop in here whenever I'm in the area. 10/10 recommend even if you're not vegan - trust me you'll not regret it! read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Half eaten delicious ube skull cake - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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A new cafe in the NW with a touch of macabre. I guess even goths need caffeine to get their day going. This new cafe is situated in the same building as the Kiva spa on NW 24th. Talk about a pairing, right!? The decor is surprisingly cute and welcoming, especially with the nice open garage door to keep the place brighter than the black themed interior. The lemonade I ordered (Creature from the Blue Lagoon) was the exact thirst quenching I needed after doing my laundry down the road. I would come back again for a caffeinated drink later. read more

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Amazing find in Portland. Great food and coffee! Street parking down the road and short walk to coffee shop. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in Portland! read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place is amazing!! The huge drink selection was so nice ! As well as the yummy food options ! I came around 11am because I was craving coffee and chocolate cookie . It literally hit the spot ! I ordered the Crypt Keeper Latte (caramel, white chocolate and hazelnut ), Chocolate Cookie and also a pennywise lemonade (strawberry). The service was excellent and the owner was so kind. This is a vegan family owned business so I automatically felt comfortable when I was there. The decoration was also right up my alley, they have a spooky theme all year round! Definitely perfect for insta worthy photos . The coffee was so delicious and a perfect blend of flavors . The cookie was soft with a great amount of sweetness and my Strawberry lemonade hit the spot ! I will definitely be recommending this place ! read more

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Really a mixed experience here. As Steve and I were browsing the neighborhood Memento Mori is in we decided that due to it's theme it sounded like a fun place to go. And it wasn't bad. It certainly is a popular place with not a whole lot of seating so Steve dashed to the last table to claim it. We already decided what to get. The sandwich menu had two sandwiches, one that had sourdough bread and another that had Rye. I also was looking at their coffee drinks and was drawn to their Horchata Latte so that didn't take long to decide as to what coffee drink I'd be getting. The coffee drink arrived fairly quickly and was very good. The horchata and the coffee aspects played off of each other very well. The sandwich came a bit later and we starred eating it. And it was good, no doubt about it but we got tge sandwich with rye bread and we wanted the sourdough. Now I know when this happens a person is supposed to go tell one of the staff members but we were on a time frame and didn't want to take the additional time for a new sandwich to come out... the one we were hoping to get. So I guess clear away some time and not be in a rush if you come here and that happens. But as I said, nothing tasted bad but aside from getting the wrong item the congestion of other customers making orders didn't really motivate us to correct this either. So when it is your turn to be rung up verify what you ordered to ensure that the order is accurate because I imagine most people if it's during a rush will be more frustrated waiting in order to correct what they ordered. As far as atmosphere goes it's pretty cool ad it kind of has gothic and dark art themes going on which adds a lot of charm to this place and makes it unique in that regard. read more

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This place is worth the hype! Service was incredible. I wasn't a huge fan of the first drink I got and the baristas were willing to make me a new drink for free, they even gave me a bigger size for free as well. I got the Wednesday which was pretty tasty but pretty simple. Very Instagrammable place with plenty of photo ops. The whole place really was aesthetically pleasing. Highly recommend checking them out! read more

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on my most recent visit, i ordered the caramel peanut popcorn latte and i enjoyed it, but honestly after having the popcorn lattes at fellow vegan cafe exquisite creatures, this one paled in comparison. also could have been a little hotter imo the biggest appeal of this place for me is the fun spooky theme. and the employees seemed pretty nice read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I visited just this last Sunday to grab a quick coffee and walk home with a friend. We both really liked it! Very niche and goth - love it! They have a decent sized menu with small bites to eat, they had baked goods, and a good selection on their drink menu. The was so cute and kind! I really enjoyed that they had other small business merch displayed and for sale. They were doing tarot readings in a separate portion of the cafe when I came in. The section where they did the Tarot readings was a gorgeous like alcove. The only downfall I experienced was the prices were relatively high, I had a 16 ounce iced Anna Bee Lee with oat milk and with a small tip is was close to 8$ - My friend said her chai ended up costing her 10$ with tip. My coffee was delicious!! I will return for a little treat every now and then! read more

I stumbled upon Memento Mori Cafe by complete accident and I'm so happy I did! This plant based coffee shop has a spooky (or gothic) aesthetic with a plethora of different latte/ espresso/ cold brew/ tea/ blended/ and non caffeinated options. Their plant based milk options are soy, almond and oat. They offer vegan baked goods and breakfast sandwiches as well. I had a breakfast sandwich on a plain bagel and it was hands down one of the best I've had in a while (I've been vegan for 10 years and trust me when I say Memento really did something). While I waited for my Gremlin latte and breakfast sandwich I wandered around to the art wall where local artists display their beautiful work which is also for sale. My order was out within a few minutes and staff was friendly! Memento has a menu that gets people wanting to go back to try something new. I can't wait to visit again! read more

The Lucha-Dor was so tasty as well as the GF breakfast sandwich (pig something) and the grim reaper. read more

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Such a unique and lovely shop. Makes me so happy that it's all vegan cuisine and bakery items. The service is great, the people were very nice!! The ambiance is wonderful if you love a gothic theme and even if you don't it's just sweet. read more

Spooky ambiance, can't wait to see what they do for the fall! Friendly staff and yummy pastries. My partner is picky when it comes to vegan food, but everything is vegan here and he couldn't tell! (which is a good thing for him, I guess?) We loved it! read more

Memento Mori Cafe - Weeping Willow (strawberry matcha) - Themed Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The guava passionfruit matcha and the seasonal miso/butterscotch latte were exceptional (I can tell I'll be dreaming of the matcha for a while)! The vibe was quiet, and perfect for a spooky gal like myself. I would love to come back for food and pastries but am thrilled I finally made it here! read more

I love the breakfast sandwiches. All of the food and drinks are good so try anything you'd like that catches your eye. Great ambience really chill spot and the service is real good too.. I miss the old food cart stuff and hope they can bring it back at some point but in the meantime, this is definitely HM in the neighborhood read more

I was super excited to check this place out as it seemed right up my alley with the amazing vegan options and super cool atmosphere. My husband, our friends, and I went here over the weekend at around 12 and saw that most things were sold out. I think this is just a growing pain of the cafe due to its success and that part does not contribute to my lack of star rating at all. I was able to get a black bat shortbread and a madeline, both of which were good but I think overpriced. Again, not really impacting my overall rating. What did impact my rating was the horrible service. I just don't understand how people get customer-facing jobs when they are so miserable. The woman who rang me up was not friendly at all. Then there was a mistake with a drink order --which I have no problems with at all-- and when we went to correct it, the guy working there was so rude about it and basically blamed my husband for the mistake. I don't know...I've seen a huge decrease in customer service across the board and I'm finally speaking out against it because it absolutely does impact the experience and never makes me want to return again. That being said, the drinks were super fun and unique although they were kind of mid. However, I am definitely interested in trying it again and seeing if maybe they were just having an off day. When I do and if it's a better experience, I will update my rating. read more