I'm stupid and made a huge mistake. They, on the other hand, are so nice, kind, wonderful... All I…read morecan say now is... customer for life. I've been here quite a few times and have really enjoyed the Aribic People's latte with its strong cardamon overtones, the Chocolate Jesus and today, the Mucho Calliente, which promises a chili infusion, and cinnamon infused espresso with dark chocolate! But wait..., oh no, I forgot to ask for oat... this is probably (certainly) dairy. Argh! Sorry, I have no Viking blood and can not digest cow milk. I would rather battle the aforementioned Viking before I'd endure the results of ... dairy! So, I brought my drink up fully prepared to pay for another and everyone there, EVERYONE, in almost unison, refused to take my payment. They kindly and quickly made another and... oh... spicy indeed, but chocolatey and balanced! One of the best spicy mochas I've had anywhere ... and I am an absolute Spella snob and proud of it! Inside secret: Don't miss out on the great selection of truly authentic Egyptian foods and pastries, as well as some really nice necklaces and earrings. If you need that piece to pull your whole Nefertiti look together before going out for a Saturday of dancing and fun... this is your hidden gem!

We had a group gathering at Tov Coffee on Hawthorne felt like traveling to Egypt without leaving…read morePortland. From the moment we walked in, the owner Joe welcomed everyone like old friends. His hospitality set the tone for the whole evening--warm, relaxed, and full of conversation between people from all over the world. One of the highlights was watching Joe prepare traditional Egyptian coffee over hot sand, a centuries-old method that slowly heats the coffee and brings out deep, rich flavors. But the real comfort of the night came in the form of Egyptian Sahlab. Imagine a thick, creamy winter drink made from warm milk, gently sweetened and flavored with vanilla and orange blossom water. Those of you who tried it know what I am talking about! It was very nice to get a beautiful taste of Egyptian culture right here on Hawthorne. Huge thanks to Joe for the incredible hospitality and for sharing these traditions with us. I hope they expand to include a full Egyptian, Mediterranean food menu.

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.

Stopped here during my relentless pursuit of my ideal coffee lounge and I'm really glad I did…read more It's a relatively small shop but also full of life and character. There's a few small tables inside but also several large picnic tables outside. Music was mellow and agreeable to me. I enjoyed an Americano. I'm not sure what the beans were but it was very tasty, with a hint of berry? It was unique. Service was great.

Such a cute addition to Hawthorne! Had their strawberry matcha special a few months back and the…read moredetails to the drink were so good! Good space and lots of tables to get things done!

overall: 3.5/5 drink: 3/5…read moreservice 4/5 ambiance: 4/5 it's been a few months since I first tried Golden Hour Coffee, and I am thinking about going back to try other drinks. I got the seasonal peppermint mocha drink- all the flavors were very light and not too sweet which I appreciated. I only wished that there was stronger coffee taste (my preference), as it tasted like a warm milk drink with a hint of peppermint and dash of bitterness from the coffee. I do wonder how their drinks will taste iced so I do plan on coming back! I arrived with my party of 2 just before a small line formed, and ordered my seasonal drink and a drip coffee. there were 2 baristas at the time, but after we ordered one of them left(?) and only one barista remained to take orders and make drinks. it was busy and as a barista myself I understand so I didn't mind the longer wait and understood that they forgot the drip coffee we ordered due to the small rush. Upon reminding them after the customers behind us were served, the barista was super apologetic and made the drip coffee immediately. However, the coffee was lukewarm and didn't have a strong coffee taste either (according to my friend). Overall a cute little cafe on Hawthorne, but I wouldn't drive out of my way for their coffee. I would be willing to give this place another shot if I was in the area, as their other seasonal drinks look yummy!

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.

My favorite cafe in Portland! Great coffee that's always dialed in to perfection, kind, down to…read moreearth baristas and no millennial Apple Store inspired decor

Five stars for coffee, atmosphere, and service. 2 stars for…read morevegan treats. I want to love this coffee shop SO much! They have amazing coffee (especially their espresso), this location is so cozy and enjoyable to be in, and the baristas are so nice and helpful. They also have a wide array of vegan treats, which is both rare and awesome that they have options! Unfortunately, all of the ones I have tried so far (a scone, a cookie, and a muffin) have been pretty subpar. Mostly everything is just too dry. And don't tell me good vegan treats aren't possible -- they REALLY are, and it's not too difficult either. I don't know if they make their own treats or not, but they need to rethink how they do this. For a place with so many vegan options and them clearly trying to accommodate vegans (thank you!) they should rethink their recipes or sourcing.

Coffee was delicious, with homemade hazelnut. Service was fantastic as well…read more My only gripe is asking for it to be a bit sweeter and they charged me for an extra squeeze of their sauce. It's a little shop in the bottom of a an apartment complex, it's super cute with comfy seating, made me want to move to the building.

For the purposes of this review, please note my rating 3.5 stars…read more The space is cozy and inviting with decent number of seats. The two-tops are fairly snug together so it can feel like you're eavesdropping or being listened to. There's counter seating along one side which had some refreshing morning sun- when a couple seats opened up there, we moved and were very comfy. There are a couple of cozy chairs in the front window and some additional counter and lounge seating in an adjoining room. The drink quality and presentation were high quality and delicious. The cost of a 12oz latte ($7) with no special milk was higher than other cafes I've been to recently around Portland including places that create their own syrups for specialty drinks of the month. That said, I don't begrudge the cost of a masterfully hand-crafted, drinkable cup of art and that is exactly what I received. I think the cost stuck in my head because the welcome did not feel particularly warm at the register. They were having an animated conversation with the barista and I couldn't help but feel like we were inconveniencing them by saying good morning and trying to order. When we picked up our orders, the barista was warm and friendly. Overall, it's a delightful spot in an equally lovely neighborhood.

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!

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.

I've been here many many times and loved it every time. The spring horchata latte is amazing…read more Perfectly flavored and not overly sweet. The coffee is very smooth and creamy. It does melt very quickly if you don't drink it fast enough. There is lots of seating open inside and out. The garage door opens as well to let light and air in. Parking can be tricky. Worth the stop.

Staff is very friendly! The coffee was delicious and the pastry paired very well with it. I came on…read morea Tuesday morning and was able to easily find street parking. Inside, they have several bar stools for seating, as well as an L-shaped couch. They offer free Wi-Fi and there were several people working/studying in the space.

Great coffee in a convenient location. Grabbed a latte and a drip coffee and they were equally…read moredelicious. Highly recommend. Service was exceptional!