Very cute and tiny, this place has very unusual coffees in addition to the traditional. Tried the…read morestrawberry fields on the recommendation of the staff and was pleasantly surprised with the delicious flavors for an iced latte!

Popped by Never this morning. It's still an occasional special treat for me at $8 a signature…read morelatte. But I think they're doing something fun and have some of the most unique coffee drinks in the city. I love their colorful branding, the mugs, the mural, the plants. I got the Rich Kid + Midnight Oil (and wish I had seen their sign for their take on a pumpkin spice called The Yams - I'll need to pay more attention to their seasonal flavors). I always forget which one I like best. I wish they had a flight. I'd also like to come back and try their beans - they have many bags/options - but the lattes are too tempting.

TL;DR: A small, bustling coffee shop on the corner of a busy intersection in the Hawthorne…read moreneighborhood serving interesting beverages. The Experience: I visited Golden Hour with a friend after taking a break from thrifting clothes around the Hawthorne neighborhood. What stood out: Food: I ordered the strawberry matcha latte with oatmilk. The presentation was gorgeous with layers of colors and textures. The drink was a bit sweeter than my usual taste but tasted high quality and refreshing. The crunchy strawberries on top were a yummy surprise. Ambiance: Golden Hour is quite small and sound carries. The workers talking to eachother were fairly loud. If I am in the area in the future, Golden Hour will be on my list to stop at!

Tasty flavored lattes!…read more I felt lucky to find a parking spot right in front of the cafe. Upon walking in, the staff behind the counter were friendly and kind. I placed my order and the barista let me know about a vegan cold foam alternative. The drink was great and the matcha paired nicely with everything in the drink including pandan, coconut flakes, and vanilla. The interior was clean and there were plenty of places to sit. Lots of people hanging out in the shop, some working, some talking, but it seemed like a good spot to get some stuff done. There was music playing that set a welcoming mood. Overall, highly recommend if you enjoy flavored lattes.

Located inside the Powell's on Hawthorne, this is a great place to spend some time. Tables are…read moreclose together but if you snag a spot, settle in to do some reading or working. They serve Stumptown coffee primarily I believe, and also have a variety of teas and pastries. It's been open here since 1997 which is pretty impressive. They have a second location on Mississippi. I think the shark art is quite fun.

Stopped in for a mocha and an onion bagel with cream cheese while I waited for someone. Nice staff,…read moremocha was made perfectly. Giving 4 stars because they could spruce up the place a bit. It's a small area but they could give it a little more life. Looks a bit run down. Maybe add some plants or something.

Maaaaaaybe my new favorite coffee shop!…read more I had been to their other location but for some sad reason never made it here. Located on Hawthorne just past the curve at 50th, they've got plenty of free street parking in the nearby blocks. They don't have much external signage but they do have a lot of outdoor streetside seating, so it makes you wonder what everyone else knows. Inside, they've got Coava coffee, efficient staff, and an old-school cafe vibe. With multiple couches (one of my main criteria for a coffee shop) and free wifi, this is a place to work, meet people, and slow down. Great long hours - they're open 6am-6pm.

A part of the third wave coffee movement (#1), this second location of Albina Press made big…read moreheadlines back in the day for being the next step in coffee pioneer Kevin Fuller's (#2) vision for making coffee more than just a drink. The intentions were genuine and things have progressed in a way where Albina Press is one of the most recognized coffee brands in the city. It's not too dissimilar from its OG sister location in North Portland (#3), where they still brew high quality caffeinated drinks with the vibes of a homey communal space with chairs, couches, and individual tables for a proper coffee date, WFH worthy WiFi, and plenty of anti-war propaganda in the self-serve water area in the back. The latte art was on point, the cold brew was most definitely strong, cafe au lait was milky and foamy in the best way, and the americano drinks were fabulous. While their hours (#4) aren't particularly suited for after-work hours, they do an excellent job of keeping their space clean and the vibes low key throughout the morning and afternoon. Prices are good for Portland standards. Most drinks are $5 and under, even for the largest sizes. The limited but high quality pastry selection is also appreciated. The service was good overall, just be certain with the order and don't be afraid to ask for recommendations. Lines can happen, albeit rarely, and I would encourage most folks to drink the coffee on the spot. The space is part of the experience (be weary of the restrooms tho), so enjoy the low key ambiance with a drinkable jumpstart to the day. Maximize the time by starting early and be aware that street parking is the only way. __________ (#1) If you understand this, then you're either a serious coffee enthusiast or a massive food nerd. Ironically, I'm neither. (#2) R.I.P. (#3) https://www.yelp.com/biz/albina-press-portland (#4) They close at 6pm daily.

A lovely little spot. Coffee was excellent. Cool vibe there. A locals spot but I happened to be…read morestaying nearby and found it. Cosy. Not a big selection of baked goods, but enough.

Met up with a friend at Wallflower Coffee on SE Division. The space is bright, colorful, and full…read moreof plants, which made it a fun place to hang out and catch up. There are plenty of seating options, so we had no trouble finding a spot. The coffee was good, the staff were friendly, and there was easy street parking nearby. Overall, just a great neighborhood coffee shop with a welcoming vibe. Enjoy!

Besides the beauty of the latte it was also very tasty. I've dranken lots of stumptown boxed…read morecoffees but this was a first into the shop. Very cute artwork.

Stopped by this cute coffee shop for their hot Americano. The interior of the shop is quite…read morespacious and it's a great place to work from home. The coffee is pretty decent and also not a bad location for a quick grab and go!

Beautiful and bright! Love the space and design with the…read morevinyl music ambiance. Vanilla bean latte - 4/5 not too sweet with a dark roast espresso latte taste. Great milk to espresso ratio to let you taste the coffee flavor. Strawberry matcha - 5/5 well whisked matcha with real strawberries! I love when places use real strawberry and whisk it into the milk before the matcha is added. I hope they add this to the regular menu because I think it was just a valentines special.

Better Days Cafe is a cool community-oriented spot located in SE PDX. To get here, street parking…read morewill be your best option and there is a good amount of it around the area. Inside, they have cozy and spacious setup with adequate space for seating. For their menu, they have a nice selection of coffee, matcha, and other bites to choose from. I got a Chocolate Ube Foam drink for today and really enjoyed its flavor profile. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Better Days are here at Better Days Cafe!

I went to quite a few coffee shops while I was recently visiting Oregon and this was part of my top…read more3 places this latte was delicious! They thought out the flavors so perfectly it was so unique and worked so well! I loved it! The employees were very nice as well it was just a great experience overall!

My go to coffee shop in SE. the place is cute and bright,…read moreand there's always parking. The baristas are great and kind, and the drinks are delicious. I dream about the seasonal smoked orange latte.