50 Best Cafes in Portland

“We had merguez tagine and Turkish coffee. Fabulous food and friendly service.“

“We had an amazing lunch there. Great beers, fun atmosphere. Highly recommend checking out for a happy good time“

“What a gem of a coffee shop!! We are so glad we tucked in for a cup of coffee. The coffee is delicious and the latte art is so cute. The desserts were the perfect sweet treat for a rainy Saturday afternoon. The shop carries so many darling items, many are perfect for cat lovers. We will definitely be back!!“

“I like everything about this restaurant! The food was fresh, healthy and it was a fair price. I liked the help and the clientele and the general atmosphere. I'll be back!!“

“I’ve been here so many times and forget to write a review every time. Staff is always friendly. The coffee is made to perfection every time. The food options are limited but delicious. Bonus points that the vibe is consistently chill and welcoming.“

“Whenever I visit Portland, I make sure to stop at this matcha shop. They have a wide variety of matcha treats, including ice cream, snow cones, lattes, and matcha floats. The edible gold matcha ice cream cone is a special favorite. They also change their soft serve flavor regularly. Matcha goes really well with mochi balls. It’s the best matcha I’ve ever had every time I visit.“

“Had the spiced pumpkin latte it didn’t have as much flavor as I wanted but aesthetically the latte art was perfect. I tried the sweet and spicy avocado toast which was amazing. They decorated cute for halloween and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. They also had desktops for laptop work. Dogs welcome inside and outside on a leash. They make drinks in reusable cups which I liked.“

“family friendly and a beautiful environment ❤️ Just love this place“

“Cookies are phenomenal!! Must try the Cowboy Cookie. Also, this is such a cool spot to hang out, sip on a latte, and enjoy the selection of top-notch baked goods. Highly recommend!“

“Had to find a good spot to get some work done while enjoying the sunshine today. Achievement unlocked! #kisscoffeepdx #blackownedbusiness #blackhistorymonth“

“Nice people, great coffee 👍“

“Had an amazing first visit here! The veggie omelet with added sausage was delicious, and the staff made the whole place feel so warm and homely, just like dining at a relative's house. I’m already planning my next trip back to finally try that country fried steak! 🍳😋 #breakfast #food #restaurant“

“For under $20.00 I was able to get a 16oz 2-shot mocha and a bacon, egg, and cheese everything bagel without a long wait. Helpful staff, fast service and delicious food at a decent price. Great way to start the day supporting local small businesses in a good food cart spot. Tables and chairs to eat at in the open areas.“

“There are a lot of hard working people keeping this a safe place to engage with others. Expect tea, coffee, drafts, and good company. 👍👍👍

The new porch is great to hang out on and the back porch is also nice and cozy. There is a library upstairs that has some great literature.“

“Great food and service ☆☆☆☆☆“

“I've recently just moved to the Portland area and I come in on a regular basis. Eveytime I come in everyone is very friendly. Its a cozy atmosphere and I enjoy getting my morning coffee here 🥰“

“Their biscuits, pies, and coffee are all amazing. They always have decaf options, hot chocolate, and almond milk, too. And they have little doggie biscuits for the furry guys.“

“Great food I will come agian“

“I've been going here for about 5 years now & frankly I don't know why i am just now deciding to write a review.

Red E embodies everything about The coffee shop experience that drew me to work in coffee myself 2 decades ago (and I still do!)

The space is very reminiscent of the late 90s, early 00s coffee houses where art, community & alt culture blossomed and thrived & I always feel very nostalgic and uplifted by this place.

I adore the crew here & every regular & adorable dog ive chatted with over the years.... Thank you, Red E for keeping the culture alive, not selling out to some conglomerate capitalist nonsense & pulling some of the best espresso shots in the PNW.

You've got a friend in me & an enthusiast for as long as your doors are open!“

“This is exactly what I needed for breakfast this morning! We got a tea, mocha, egg and cheese on a jalapeno bagel, and a pistachio rose croissant. A must try place if you want a comfortable and calm breakfast with good food and great vibes. We got a birthday cake macaroon and walnut chocolate chips cookie to go which were also yummy!“

“This place is absolutely magical. The daily dust was delicious and comforting. We spoke at length with the owner and he was helpful and informative - wonderful guy. Will stop here any time I’m in town. Highly recommend!“

“The best barista in Portland !!!!!“

“Clean, whole ingredients and the taste proves it. I’ve purchased every flavor suited for coffee, including their chocolate. Hands down the best, freshest tasting syrup I’ve had. A little goes a long way. I have repurchased my favorite flavor combo: fresh apple crisp and the brown sugar simple syrup. The glass bottles are also gorgeous and look great displayed by my espresso machine. Order them all!“

“Beautiful place to have breakfast! I love the combination of cafe & plant shop, it's one of those things that makes me love Portland so much. It was really calming & relaxing to enjoy coffee & breakfast with plants (who all have names, which is also delightful. Many thanks to Roxie for being a great date.)

Look at how PRETTY that pile of basil is! The ciabatta on my Sammie was light & airy, the egg was fluffy, and whatever their veggie sausage brand is, it's fantastic. A whole sandwich is big enough for two people & very reasonably priced. I loved knowing that the fresh herbs we enjoyed were probably from plants in the shop somewhere.

Great coffee, great food, & an absolutely beautiful setting to slow down & savor the morning. Glad we stopped in, dropped a pin to visit again.“

“Try a flight of drinking chocolate and you'll be hooked. It's mind-blowing to truly taste chocolate for the first time and compare two different varietals. Also, the marzipan coffee is Amazing!☕️“

“My favorite breakfast spot in NE PDX! Love the Pandan Waffle Churn Breakfast as well as their specialty drinks. I had Ube Latte, Pandan Latte & Matcha Black Sesame Latte.“

“very delicious food and even better service.“

“I can't say enough about Rabbit's. I was a regular pre-pandemic and have since gone vegan and I miss working nearby so much. Their staff is wonderful; and hey, Anton - if you ever see this, hit me up! I'd ollove to thank you personally sometime and know where you got some of your amazing vegan-inspired t-shirts! <3“

“People that work here are so welcoming and lovely. Coffee is out of this world ( I had Americano and my wife had cappuccino). Sandwiches are the best with amazing ingredients. One of my most memorable breakfast experiences if not the best. Also like the philosophy of paying attention to humanity as I love being a human“

“Erin made a delicious iced lavender mocha for me in January! I'd like to add the coffee was perfect and service excellent. My friend and I had a rough morning and she really turned it around for us with her awesome personality and smiles. I used to go to Grendel's in mornings when visiting friends in the neighborhood and was pleased to have another good cup of Java there. Stay rockin! ❤“

“This place is bombie! Food is always good and service is amazing I highly recommend :)“

“Jenni has done a wonderful job of making this a comfortable and welcoming environment. On top of that the food and coffee is top tier. Do yourself a favor and come by this amazing coffee shop“

“Please support this great local coffee shop!“

“I absolutely loved the mix of German and Portland vibes here. The breakfast burrito was packed with flavor, and the maple latte tasted just like real maple syrup, Cozy local spot.“

“We have lived down the street for a decade and today was our first visit! We have missed out… this place was 🤩 amazing! It has become our go to weekend breakfast spot!!! Love it“

“what a lovely find in Portland! great pourover and fantastic breakfast!!“

“They made an awesome custom sandwich for me to go since I was in a hurry. The lady at the front made it happen and was very nice. The sandwich was awesome. Give this place a shot if you're in SE Portland. I think you'll like it.“

“I love Bennett’s Best Bites! It’s quickly becoming my satellite office when the AC is on the fritz at my work, lol. The owner, Matt, is incredible. Friendly, personable, and community minded, it’s everything I’m looking for when I need a good coffeehouse to chill and work. Food is amazing too! Don’t sleep on this awesome little gem.“

“Great cheddar biscuit sandwich. It’s pricy. $60 for three of us and one was a 5 year old. But otherwise fun little spot.“

“The staff here are so sweet and welcoming! You can tell many people who came today were regulars, which I would be if I lived closer! Plus the art decor is so unique and creative

The food was delicious, including the veggie patties and coffee. It came quickly, seemed like a great amount for what you pay! What a fun place to stop with the family.“

“Best burgers around. Everything is homemade and the beef comes from the farm. So good!!“

“Bialy Bird was so good. I got the okonomiyaki bialy with the seasonal spread and greens, and it was perfect. The bialy itself was delicious, and the spread was rich and creamy, with the greens adding a nice freshness and balance.

My friend got the same bialy as a breakfast sandwich, and it was also so good. It had a ton of greens on it, which I loved. I’m always happy to see a breakfast sandwich that doesn’t skimp on the vegetables. It made the whole thing feel fresh and satisfying without being too heavy.

We also had a couple of lattes, and they were excellent. It was such a great breakfast stop. The food felt creative and thoughtful. It was very similar to a bagel, but different. I definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a great, fast breakfast in Portland.“

“Fantastic little matcha cafe. Been here at least a dozen times! Never disappointed. Arnold, owner, greets me by name - good memory. I've done a lot of matcha research. This cafe offers good quality matcha. When in the area I always visit.“

“We had Noho's cater our wedding and it was definitely the right move! Super flexible, took care of everything; Their team came to the venue vans loaded, set up, served, cleaned up... it was all included. We had them do our bar too and they did custom his/her drinks for us too. The team is incredibly nice and super flexible. We found out later that they actually filled everyone's water before dinner too. And of course, everything was delish. Our 'ohana was raving about the food. If you're looking for a taste of home for your event this is it.“

“the cheesy hashbrowns were excellent 👌“

“I have art hanging in the cafe. It’s a beautiful space, a great compliment to my paintings. The owner and the staff were very nice. The food looked and smelled delicious; I will go back another time to eat!“

“Fun seasonal flavor, great latte and great food recommendation! Def check it out 😊“

“Amazing bread and pastries. Get there early for best sweets selection.“

“Delicious and worth going a little out of the way for an amazing cup!“

“Favorite cafe near my work. Coffee tastes the BEST here, no contest. Always friendly, great prices, fast service. Never ever have had an issue, even when it gets busy in the morning (because it's a cafe), because I know how to be patient. This place has made many of my mornings better because it's here. Thanks J Cafe!“