Cozy Congee is the perfect name for this spot because it is a cozy spot serving up some very cozy congee dishes. This spot is located in the Belmont area where street parking will be your best bet. Inside, they have a modern and nice setup with about 6-7 tables for seating. For their menu, they have a unique selection of congee concoctions to choose from. Wifey and I stopped by for breakfast and got the Thai Pork Jok with Chinese Donuts on the side. The congee tasted so comforting and the Chinese donuts are a must! All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Stop by and try a bowl of congee and you will not regret it! read more

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This is my 2nd time coming here. The first time I went I was able to sit down and enjoy my congee. The 2nd time I came here was on Thursday February 12, 2025. Only one worker was around I felt that he didn't know what he was doing because I was just watching him the whole time making my food while I wait. I order the Thai congee to go with the Chinese donut. When I got in my car I was disappointed in my Chinese donut. I did not even get a FULL SIZE Chinese donut! I literally got 4 pieces. Wtf is this? I already left and didn't want to drive back. Are you telling me when you dine in you get a full size donut but when you order to go you get 4 cut up small pieces? Not worth $3! Please let your workers know or your customers know what you are getting. I'm not paying $3 dollars to get 4 cut up small pieces. read more

Cozy Congee - Not a full size Chinese donut. How do you know if your customer even want them cut? - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Love this concept!! Cute and cozy spot. Just happened to be walking by with friends and we had to stop in. The owner and all the workers were kind and helpful. Congee is very comforting and more of an at home dish for me. I loved being able to see a bit of an elevated version. The staff really took their time to plate and put the toppings on so delicately. I tried the Thai pork Jok and added cabbage. Of course had to get the Chinese donuts with condensed milk! Wish there was a spot like this at home! Would def come back :) read more

Cozy Congee - Thai Pork Jok - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Cozy congee is perfect for soup season! It's comfort food delivered with care from the friendly staff, and every bite is so tasty. I recommend adding an egg or century egg for added protein and creaminess, and a side of the chili oil, the kimchi, and pickled veggies! They also have delicious drinks so take a look at their specials. The bowls are filling and you can also add one of those Chinese "donuts." The restaurant is also so airy with large windows, and they have a very cute and clean space that invites gathering with friends and family. I highly recommend checking it out. You will have to find street parking. read more

Cozy Congee - Left: Classic Chinese Chicken, Middle: Thai Pork Jok, and Right: Chinese Pork Century Egg - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

One of my favorite spots to eat in Portland because it's just comfort in a bowl. Whether it's a scorching 90 degree afternoon or a dreary winter day, you'll find me at Cozy Congee. Chef Jihae did such an amazing job crafting each bowl to perfection. The flavors and textures are all on point. My favorite is the Thai Jok because I've never had Thai porridge before and it's the best combo of tangy, slightly sweet, and savory. But everything else is amazing and friends who grew up eating congee on the regular have praised the dishes to be really good. An open and airy ambience with cute decor touches. Drink specials in the summer! Maybe catch you at Cozy? read more

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A yummy start to the new year! We got the chicken congee with all the toppings and the pork floss with donut congee. We also tried the Hong Kong tea which had a rich black tea flavor and was well sweetened. Prices aren't terrible, it was $35 before tax for all you see in the pic. Everything was so flavorful and warm - it's perfect rainy day food! read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Cozy congee truly hugs my soul with every spoonful. The umami, the texture, the perfect richness--always on point. It's such a warm, inviting space, and the friendly service makes it even better. I love this place so much. read more

I can really tell that the food is made with intention and thoughtful ingredients. The portion was perfect size. Friendly workers and clean atmosphere. The owner brought out crayons and paper for my kid when she was getting restless so I was able to finish my food in peace. The Chinese donut was delightful. Will definitely return again on my next trip to Portland. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My go-to spot for congee and easily the best in Portland. It's always nothing but good vibes here, and the owner Jihae is seriously the sweetest. She's built an amazing team, and you can feel the love in both the service and the food. read more

Cozy Congee - Classic Chinese Chicken Chinese Donut Condensed Milk - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Sometimes you want something filling and yummy to eat but don't want the heaviness which is why cozy congee is the best simple meal to eat. I've gone here 3x and have tried the Thai pork Jok, Chinese donut + pork threads congee and Chinese pork + century egg congee. The congee they make is really savory and flavorful. You do get the option to add on more toppings for extra charge. The additional onsen egg is usually my go-to for extra protein. I like that Cozy Congee is casual and easy for a quick bite and always hits the spot. read more

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While visiting Portland our daughter a local culinary connoisseur kept recommending we try this fun place. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We got to meet the owner Jaylah not sure how to spell her name, she is very personable and gracious. She suggested I taste test the Century Duck egg before ordering as it can be an acquired taste. I thought it was delicious so I ordered the pork congee with the Century Egg. My daughter ordered Congee with pork strands and we also put in an order for a Chinese doughnut and Vitamilk. She demonstrated how the donut is best eaten by dipping it in the milk. Very tasty and fun. My pork Congee was beautifully presented as seen in the photo. I thoroughly enjoyed the Century Duck Egg and it paired nicely with the tender pork pieces I discovered like a treasure hunt in my Congee. Having never eaten Congee before I found it to be very comforting, and it provided for a nice warm flavorful dish on a cold day. My daughter ordered what she always does, Congee with pork strands and Chinese donut which she yummed her way to the bottom of the bowl. My husband ordered Congee with pork meatballs which he enjoyed greatly. I give this unique eatery five stars for service, a cool vibe, excellent staff and overall cleanliness, and I especially like how the food is prepared fresh and to order. Come try this reasonably priced eatery in when you are in Portland you will be glad that you did. read more

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First things first, the staff are superb and very friendly. Cozy Congee is in a cute space with cafe/Boba vibes. The congee tastes authentic, and offers genuine configurations. There is a good array of options for toppings and types of congee. The only reason I am giving a 4 is because I don't think the value quite got there for me. I understand rent and overhead in the central eastside can come at a premium, but it was a bit pricey for me for congee. Besides that, everything is a 5/5 for me. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Congee is the ultimate comfort food for me since it is so healthy, satisfying, nourishing and can be thought of as Chinese medicine. Cozy Congee is unlike any other place that I've been to that serves congee. It's not the typical Chinese joint, or a hole in the wall joint that primarily caters to an all asian/Chinese clientele, so my expectations were a bit tempered despite the hype and good reviews from friends and Yelpers alike. The space while small, was very clean, organized, well thought out, and full of windows that provided a ton of natural light. I was really impressed that one of the staff (perhaps owner?) had recognized me from a previous visit and was very warm and inviting and made me feel like dining at a relative or friend's house. Other places I've been to that serve congee generally have dozens of topping variations. Cozy Congee breaks from the norm and instead offers just 3 Chinese variations and a Thai style congee. The Chinese toppings were the typical classic tried and true options of pork floss, velveted meat slices, century egg, and Chinese Donut. I opted for the Thai Pork Jook since that was more of a novelty for me. The congee was served at the perfect temperature for me where I didn't have to cool it down by blowing in between spoonfuls. There was a perfect amount of garlic bits and ginger and white pepper that was assertive yet not overpowering. The Chinese donut was a bit below average relative to others I've had, but I still recommend getting it, since you can't really have congee without it. Overall I like Cozy Congee. It's not the best congee I've had, but the novelty of the Thai jook definitely scratches an itch for me that will keep me coming back. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese donut - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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So yummy and everyone so nice! Ordered the classic chicken congee with century egg. Good flavor. Would go back whenever!

Finally was able to get out here and try the congee! Congee is such a rustic but comfort food to me and I was excited to see how elevated it could be here! Was not disappointed. All the flavors we tried were delicious and I would definitely recommend adding the onsen egg. It was so good. Great flavors and the Chinese donut addition is a must! The one thing that I was hoping to see was Chinese donuts that were made in house but, totally understand that that's asking for a lot. Nevertheless, they were super fresh and tasty. Would definitely recommend giving this place a try and experiencing some elevated congee! I love that congee is becoming more mainstream and I hope that more and more people come to appreciate its simplistic perfection. read more

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Great meal! Came with a group, we all tried different congees and each loved what we ordered. Definitely will be back. read more

Cozy Congee - Milk tea - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Cozy Congee is definitely a cozy establishment offering one of the best comfort foods. There are a handful of tables and seats with homey decor inside the establishment. The service was warm and friendly while answering all of our questions on the menu items and portion sizes. The congee were definitely scrumptious, boasting bold flavors with a nice silky texture. Our favorite was the pork threads and donut congee, but we wished the bowl came with more of those delicious pork threads. We felt like the pork meatballs and golden mountain seasoning sauce made the taste profile for the Thai Pork Jok congee a bit too salty for our liking. read more

Cozy Congee - Thai Pork Jok congee, Chinese Donut, chili oil, Chinese Pork Threads + Donut congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I LOVE congee and we have congee in Portland!!! Cozy Congee sure is cozy. A small space, seating no more than 15 people, Cozy Congee is serving traditional Chinese congee with Thai inspired flavors. They can get busy during the weekends, but they are worth the wait. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted and presentation is beautiful. I got the Thai Pork Jok, one of their best sellers, and it did not disappoint. The congee was the perfect consistency, not too watery. The pork meatballs were fragrant and the whole bowl was just pure comfort and nostalgia. I would love to see homemade soymilk on the menu! The owner is sooo nice and welcoming, and you can tell she is truly passionate about her job. I looove Cozy Congee and I cannot wait to be back!!! read more

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excellent congee (rice porridge) on east side of downtown Portland. Simple, fresh ingredients with quick service. read more

Cozy Congee - Chicken congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I can't think of a better place to have lunch on a Saturday in November. The interior is small but bright and cheerful. Service was very friendly and fast. The menu isn't huge, but you can create lots of combinations with the add-ins. The portion size was perfect, and the taste was both deeply comforting and bright. The servings looked pretty too. read more

I am not a congee superfan regularly as I usually find it bland, but WOW this spot blew me away! This spot truly is cozy and aesthetic, almost all tables were filled on a Saturday afternoon. Service was amazing, and the owner was so sweet and had amazing energy. I ordered the Thai Pork Jok and added on century egg, pork threads, chili oil, preserved cabbage, chinese donut, and jjangachi. This was a perfect hangover food! Flavors were amazing. I can't wait to return and try other things on the menu! Some suggestions - would love to see more drink options on the menu - juice, coffee, coconut water, etc. read more

Cozy Congee - Thai Pork Jok and Chinese donut - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This was honestly really good! My Cantonese wife and I would both recommend this cozy spot on any rainy day (which there are a lot of in the PNW). The Thai Jok was inventive and unique and the classic century egg pork was very faithful and good. Overall, it's not going to top the Chinese auntie making it for you at home, but it can definitely bring you back to those days. For the remaining star I'd like to see a flakier Chinese donut and leaner pork cuts in the congee, but those are minor and overall would come back if I was in the area and craved congee. read more

Cozy Congee - Thai Pork Jok - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Super friendly, warm and *cozy* environment. The space is intimate, and cutesy. The food is fresh, delicious and soooo comforting! I had the chicken congee and was very pleased! So good. Will definitely be back. read more

A neat little cozy place that took over the old Berlu spot. You would order at the counter and then find a table to sit at. The place has a handful of tables. The menu is nice and simple with limited options to choose from. We ordered the classic Chinese chicken congee, Chinese pork and century egg congee, and a Chinese donut to share. It did take awhile for us to get our food as the place was busy. The congee was decent and a good intro for those that may never had it before. It may look simple, but the taste was both flavorful and clean. The Chinese donut could have been a little less chewier (in my opinion), but was good to dip in the congee. read more

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The congee was well seasoned, authentic, and delicious. There were two attentive staff and they were welcoming. There were huge windows in the establishment which let so much light through even on this cloudy day. read more

Cozy Congee - Chicken congee, with Chinese donut and century egg - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

11/10 must try congee!! There is such a depth to this congee that makes it flavorful, delicious, and like a warm hug. I just wish I lived closer so I could come more often! Food was excellent and service and vibes were also amazing! We got the Chinese pork threads and donut congee and the Thai pork jok too. The drinks are perfect to pair with it, we got the Hong Kong Milk Tea and Ou Passion. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is the perfect spot if you really want some cozy porridge on an autumn or winter day it's great for anytime of the day as well. They have all sorts of flavors and all different types that you can choose from and add-ons and what not and you can cater it to what you need specifically based on your diet or your taste palette and they have two different styles of egg do that you can choose from. This reminds me of bubur ayam from Indonesia. Slightly different but good comfort food that reminds me of my time living there. read more

Well that was fun! first time trying congee and im happy to report it was absolutely yummy .. especially on a fall Portland day I added a duck egg which i've never had before and the saltiness of it went perfectly well :) added a lil hot oil to cause drama read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

There's a quiet kind of joy in a bowl of congee. The kind that doesn't beg for attention but earns it, spoon by spoon. At Cozy Congee, Jihae and her team have turned that quiet joy into a full-blown love language. Tucked into a humble corner but already buzzing with regulars, Cozy Congee lives up to its name. It's new but it feels like it's always been there, like the kind of place your auntie might've opened if she had a knack for vibes and a killer instinct for seasoning. Let's talk about that congee. Silky, warm, deeply nourishing. A bowl that doesn't just feed you, it remembers you. The Chinese donut is a must, it's golden and crisp like a good mood and hits like a hug. The toppings are thoughtful, the flavors comforting without being safe. Also, try the Vitamilk to wash down all the flavor in between bites. And don't let the season fool you. Sure, it's summer. But this is cool weather food with warm weather charm. Jihae has somehow made congee a summer dish. Service is sweet and genuine. You get the sense that everyone behind the counter actually wants to be there. And that changes everything. Jihae isn't just serving food. She's building something. A room full of heart. A reminder to slow down. A taste of home, even if it's not yours, yet. read more

Tried the Thai Pork congee, and it was delicious. It's a must try with the Chinese donut to give your meal that balance of texture and taste. Would definitely come back. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

It was such a vibe! As a congee loving family, we loved this place! So authentic and genuine! The service was great and the food was delicious! I'm still thinking about my drink! Reasonable prices and the food is amazing! So comforting! Perfect meal when you need a pick-me-up, to share with loved ones, after a long and tiring day, and definitely perfect for Portland's long and gray winters. 10/10, we will definitely be going back! read more

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Honestly the best authentic congee i've had in portland. Was very nostalgic tasting and was just a perfect balance of flavors. Not only was the food outstanding, the atmosphere was adorable!! was a very quaint space and had a *cozy* vibe. The owner was also very welcoming and wonderful. Would recommend to anyone!!! will be a new staple! read more

Cozy Congee - simple chicken congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Congee is another way of saying porridge. Rice is the key. Soft, beady, looks like tapioca. Sesame oil is another key ingredient. Service is excellent and ambience is woody. read more

The food was amazing! Cant wait to come back, so addicting! On top of the great tasting food, the service was top notch. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Bright and cheery space, delicious congee, quick and friendly service. Perfect warm and filling meal on a fall day! read more

Cozy Congee - Classic Chinese Chicken w pork threads and century egg added - so good and large portion! - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Every city I go to, I try to find congee. This was by far the best I've ever had. Had to decide what kind we liked most. Worth the extended wait time. read more

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If you're looking for some flavorful congee, look no further!! We were welcome in with some friendly staff and the vibes are cozy. It's in a great location with a few different options. Don't forget a side of that kimchi either read more

Cozy Congee - Thai Pork Jok - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is my most favorite place ever, very clean and cozy, I brought my little puppy there and he fell asleep on the bench while I was eating. As far as the food goes, it tastes very authentic. I grew up in Thailand and had Thai pork Jok and Chinese donuts almost every morning. It's so hard to find a congee place in America. Taste like home Also, they have a very good service in there, the lady there is so sweet & always smiling. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Donut & Condensed Milk Thai Pork Jok Chinese Pork & Century Egg - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Good god this porridge/congee is good. The owner is so sweet. Phenomenal cook staff. Good option any day, but especially a rainy one. Small inside with limited seating which makes it a cozy place to eat and experience. I had the simple congee with century egg and a Chinese donut. read more

An amazing and cozy spot. Loved the vibe and it feels like hanging out in a friend's home. The congee is delicious and homestyle. The Chinese donut sticks (Youtiao) were the best I ever had and had amazing texture. Friendly staff and relaxing vibes. I would take anyone here if they were craving Congee. read more

Cozy Congee - Chinese Pork Congee - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon