Love this place for my Vietnamese coffee fix!…read more I brew my own at home with condensed milk and find that most places don't make it quite as strong as I like - but cafe ume is a stand out winner and they make a very strong cup. I love the ube - ceptional The Ube flavor is strong and the coffee is perfect - smooth robust and keeps me awake without making me jittery. What's more - is that the cashiers are really kind and speedy.

Went here a couple of times to get some studying done. Staff was nice, accommodating to certain…read morethings. I feel like their coffee can be a hit or miss, which I'm not sure if I like that. I always get their egg coffee, pandan coffee, or Milky Way. It is always on the sweeter side for some reason, despite me asking to be less sweet and less ice. They always stuff my drink with crushed ice, not sure. At times, it can be unprofessional as staff is on their phones right at the register. Parking is inside a garage, shared with gym members and others. I never have trouble finding one, so that's a plus

What a great location, vibe, and brew! My coffee needs are simple. In this case, brewed coffee with…read morecream. But. It. Was. Tasty. Service was good. Since my beloved neighborhood library will be closed for 5-6 months for a remodel, I'll pivot to the Hollywood Library, which means I'll get to stop here for yummy coffee and maybe even enjoy a seat and read here for an hour or so.

A delightful little coffee spot! Holly Rose is a cozy but chic little coffee shop tucked in the…read moremiddle of the Hollywood neighborhood. I live in the neighborhood, so come here fairly regularly. The coffee is delicious, the pastries are great and the staff is always friendly and helpful. I have made my way through all of the flavors of lattes and they are wonderful. Vanilla and caramel are my favorites, although the cardamom is also up there. I have also tried a cappuccino, which was fantastic as well. The pastries and the cookies pair nicely with the coffee and I especially recommend the Mixed Berry Scone or the Berry and Ginger Danish. This is a great place to stop in for a caffeine boost or to sit and relax for a while. Great shop, great staff and fantastic coffee!

I hadn't been to Harder Day Coffee before, but I'm glad I went. It's a quaint little coffee shop…read morewith friendly staff. I picked up some pastries, which were delicious! Next time, I'll try their coffee. They also sell other drinks and food. It's really a nice place and I recommend it.

The outdoor seating area is beautiful, and the barista was very friendly and taking my order. The…read morecoffee is delicious, and it's a fun place to go to whenever you need coffee

Met our friends for breakfast before heading to the airport and this bakery hit the spot! Delicious…read morepastries and sandwiches I had the spinach and Swiss omelet with home fries and it was delicious! Tasty latte, great service and a beautiful patio in the shade to round out our trip!

This is a great gathering place with lots of seating. I got a bacon arugula sandwich and a rose…read morelatte. The bacon arugula sandwich was so good! I loved it. Their homemade sundried tomatoes are so amazing. The rose latte was okay. The coffee is bitter and watery, no latte art either. The staff and the owner are very nice.

ROSE CITY PARK, OG - Dorian in black (I bet he's reading, too - ask him for his top 3) FINALLY - a…read morecoffee shop that actually smells deliciously roasty - conspicuously close to Bakeshop (as in directly next door), pairings by preference. They care about my little dog too. Here's a Cortado that's short & STOUT! Beautiful with my Strawberry Scone, only downside is you may need 2 (Cortados, that is). Pastries are at your own risk...

Super friendly staff, I bought whole beans and they offered to grind them for me, when I said no…read morethey asked what kind of coffee machine I use at home, more than just small talk, showed curiosity in learning more about coffee machines. Since I have a Jura E8 I use whole beans and it grinds as needed per use. Meanwhile, yeah Case Study is great !

Pleasantly surprised. Beautiful large and comfortable dining space. Easy wheelchair…read moreaccommodations. FAST delivery of delicious fresh food. Order at the counter then find your table inside or on the dog friendly patio. Clean and convenient bathrooms. It's a delightful neighborhood eating establishment.

I walked out, on a Saturday at 12:40. Why you ask? The place normally has great food. I just wanted…read morea turkey sandwich. It was 2/3 full, and everyone had food. The Server at the counter, informed me that "the kitchen" needed a break, so I would need to wait. There were three tickets on the counter. It would have been nice to be offered a beverage. After almost ten minutes standing there, I left. I'm guessing the owners don't care, there is no Manager, and they are under staffed. I'll tell everyone I can find about my experience. What is happening to the restaurant scene in Portland??

Pretty average customer service. Clean, comfortable place…read more Coffee is good and they offer many other drinks as well, not to mention sandwiches and treats.

For some reason I had always thought this was a drive-thru only establishment. It's not. There's…read morecomfy seating inside and out actually. Lavender mocha, oatmilk. The torture test of a coffee shop. There is minimal room for error in this drink, but it's also my fave milky coffee. Two minutes; flawless, hot, smooth, perfect shot pulls. The people are very nice. The bathroom is fastidiously clean. The vibes are high. The internet is faster than at my office. I've been back a couple of times and guess what? Same every go. It's a chain. But it's an Oregon chain (that's still in Oregon unlike some other people) and the place feels like your neighborhood coffee shop inside. It's a quality experience independent of the sign. Prices are reasonable enough, couch is comfy as hell and a good place to do some midkey work. Seriously though how is your internet so fast? Did someone sell their soul?

Back open! Come and git yo' lo-o-ve!…read more JJ's espresso machine quit on him and one of us customers set up a gofundme to raise the $13K or so for a new machine, wiring, etc... and now he's back in business! Y'know, there is so much that made us all chip in. It includes the following..., but the real reason is that JJ really put's himself out there. He wants to know you and let you know him. He has built a huge community of us who love coffee for sure, but also who love JJ! Those other reasons include: -The best espresso from Spella - Drinks like his spin on the shakeratto that are as much performance art as drink - Free, free, free! Biscuits for all the good doggos and hot cocoa for the kiddos (with shaved chocolate, marshmallows, and handmade whipped cream on top!) - hand made gelato of his own making including flavors like maple, scorpion pepper, and so much more! - awesome smoothies and granita - the best chai in Portland (or anywhere that isn't India - such wonderful fellow customers, an international and eclectic lot, from car mechanics to software engineers. Coming on a Sunday is such a great time to find a whole crowd of friends and friendly strangers here So, come on out and join our community and learn what real coffee culture is all about!

Came here to check out a food truck we've been wanting to try and found this GEM! It's midday, and…read morewe were just looking for a little treat while we waited, so we ordered affogato's. When I tell you, this is probably the best thing I have ever put in my mouth - from the rich espresso to the perfect combination of espresso and ice cream - AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! I absolutely will drive from Hillsboro to Portland to treat myself for this perfection. The owner is really nice, too! Ensures your experience there is first-rate. 10/10 (no pic, I couldn't stop once I started)

Sonder is one of Portland's social listening spaces, modeled after listening bars in Japan, and…read morearound the world. They have food, a full bar, and it is a great place to meet. Sometimes they drop a DJ event. They were able to bring famous DJ François K for an evening of local DJs from 5PM to 9, then François K to 2. François K began his DJ journey in 1976 in NYC. Essentially it was a house party for well under 100 people with an international DJ at a very reasonable ticket price. Only in Portland. Only at Sonder. The door was polite and the crowd was polite. There were no unwelcome club advances. There was no overselling nonsense and readmission lines. There is an area outside to cool off and converse when the dance floor is steamy. Water in cups that are washed and reused, not landfilled. I had a nice conversation with the owner and have some suggestions for future bookings. It was fun to see a little Melbourne Shuffle break out! One of our previous CMs did some DJing and would have loved this event and the venue. It is also an update of the fern bar, with healthy plants doing well with the South facing window. There is some outdoor seating screened by a wood structure from the parking lot. Get on their socials for special events if you like.

I wanted a good cocktail, a good chair, and space, mentally and physically, for reading. I found it…read moreat Sonder. The music is great, the space not bright, but light enough to read in. I am now sitting in a nice teak-armed chair staring at the monstrous plants in the windows enjoying a Moscow mule, stuffed with fresh mint, and fresh lime juice. As I write the bartender is hand juicing oranges. For this delicious drink, made with my vodka of choice, the price was more than reasonable. Some time I'll try the slushy of the day. I am not hungry enough to try the food - even so, the menu still tempted me. There are plenty of places to sit - tables, couches, lounge chairs, bar stools. The location is almost hidden, but any map will take you there. Why hasn't it yet?

I always pass by this place and see people playing in the evenings so I decided to pop in to see…read morewhat it's all about. I came in early in the day so it was very quiet. The two guys who work in the day are very friendly and chatty. I popped in to browse their pokemon collection. They had a good collection of packs and a few boxes. I've been to other card stores that didn't have nearly as many. I was there just to browse, but the guys working were more than happy to entertain me and answer any questions I had and also show me everything they had that might interest me.

What I expected to be another simple evening of trading card negotiations ended up being pretty…read moredisappointing. I've supported this shop for a long time, and they've supported my passion for the Pokémon TCG. I can literally see cards I once traded in sitting in their binders and display cases. But reflecting on my most recent visit, there are two issues that really stand out. 1. Trade-In and Cash Value Are Low The percentages they offer for both cash and trade are noticeably lower than other shops. A competitor priced the same cards roughly 30% higher--the only reason I didn't go with them that day was because their cash flow was low and they couldn't pay out at the time. That discrepancy alone is frustrating. 2. Staffing & Negotiation Have Become Inconsistent In the past, staff have always treated me respectfully. They weren't rude this time either, but historically they've been fair with negotiation--occasionally offering a small discount or working closer to market value. This time, that didn't happen. They insisted on giving "market value" for just one card and then even less percentage for the rest. I asked for around 40%, and we eventually agreed on a deal involving a $10 card. But at the last minute, I was pressured into dropping the deal by another ~5% "so everyone's happy." The truth is, I wasn't -- especially considering I was already accepting a lower percentage just to make the deal work. If I'm a regular customer, I don't expect special treatment, but I do expect fair negotiation. I wasn't even met in the middle at 35% on a $220 value. Bottom Line: If you're looking for a solid selection of cards and okay pricing, this shop is fine. But if you're interested in selling or trading, I'd strongly recommend going elsewhere. Unfortunately, the stereotype about some hobby shops being cut-throat with trade-ins feels pretty accurate here.