First impression, what a beautiful coffee shop. Two stories, lofted ceilings, bright, airy...much props for great ambience! Also, I love their minimalist drink menu on the wall. Although it's a bit odd they don't have my go to drink on the menu, the classic Americano. Hmmm, perhaps my taste is out of style these days. Anyhow, still successfully ordered one...woohoo! They had a pretty decent selection of baked goods, mostly gluten free options, but I managed to grab the last blueberry muffin from Fleur De Lis Bakery. They seem to have a good amount of fresh food options too, so might have to come back to try them sometime. Coffee was really good. A barista there actually stopped for a solid 5 minutes to explain their brand ethos of helping some of their partner coffee farms to become sustainable. Really admired their passion to help propagate a sustainable coffee industry. Makes me feel a bit better for paying hipster coffee prices. :) They offer tons of seating, but the place was actually jam packed on a Sunday afternoon. If you're here to work or study in front of a computer, I'd highly recommend coming fully charged, as there seems to be a lack of power outlets around. read more

Guilder - Bags of raw coffee beans. Good sign! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The breakfast sandwich is so freaking good, so good that it drove me to write this review. The staff was friendly and the vibes were nice and relaxing. read more

Chocolate chip cookie is da bomb. Whole grain & salty, nicely heated. Professional patient service. Sad the grab & go's were sold out & kitchen closed. read more

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Loved it! The folks that were working on 11/12/22 were super friendly, helpful, and also made amazing drinks! I had a dirty chai with oat milk that was pretty much perfection, but it was the vegan carrot lox bagel that stole the show. Seriously..... get this! It's the best vegan lox I have ever had! I also greatly appreciate the attention to detail in terms of presentation. Thoughtfully placed little sprigs of fresh dill, fried capers placed in the perfect spot so you get one in every bite, and the chive cream cheese spread as it should be-not too thick. I could seriously have the carrot lox bagel every day and not get sick of it! We'll be back! Thanks, Guilder! read more

Guilder - Dirty chai with oat milk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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It is crazy to think that it has been over a year since we came here and enjoyed brunch! It feels like a lifetime ago BUT it was memorable! The coffee was tasty and the brunch was delish read more

Guilder feels like it was made especially for me, and if I lived any closer to this coffee shop/cafe/cocktail spot, I'd be a definite regular. I'm a mid (ok, ok upper) 30s guy that works remotely for a tech company, has an appreciation for aesthetics and pop culture, and an unhealthy caffeine addiction. In that regard, Guilder checks all my boxes: It's a great place from which to work, with plenty of seating, ample outlets and good light. While the shop is certainly busy, it never feels chaotic and nothing is ever really competing for my attention when I need to just bury my face into my laptop. I love the vibe of the white subway tiles, blonde floor, exposed beams, and industrial touches. Yes, hardly groundbreaking for PDX, but if it ain't broke, don't fix it. My coffee has always been fantastic. Excellent almond milk lattes, solid cold brew, and even a basic cup of coffee more than hits the spot. The only thing I've eaten was the Fred Savage + The Works, which essentially a doctored up avocado toast. The hummus, fried egg and hot sauce make all the difference, and at $6 it's shockingly affordable. There's plenty more that LOOKS really good, but much like Winnie Cooper, I keep going back to Fred Savage. And that last sentence is all the proof you'll need that I'm getting old. Guilder, I like you. I'll see you again real soon. read more

Guilder - The Fred Savage w/ the works. Pretty dang good (and comparatively affordable) avocado toast! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Such a cute little place! The staff was super nice and helpful. The interior was cute. And great coffee beans and delicious looking pastries! read more

Guilder - Cappuccino with skim milk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Vegan option: I tried the Red Flannel Hash (minus yogurt & egg, add avocado, field roast vegan sausage, and carrot rosemary habanero hot sauce.) Perfectly filling and good mix of flavors. Non-vegan option: Partner tried the Miracle Max Sandwich and added ham. Although it looks huge, the whole sandwich was light yet filling and delicious. Pastries: They serve a lot of vegan pastries. I grabbed the applesauce bread and cereal cookie to go. The cereal cookie has vegan cream cheese between two cookies and was recommended to me as a "flavor explosion in your mouth" - sold! Both were perfect and not too sweet. Service: Employees were so friendly! There's plenty of seating between the two floors and outside tables. We were surprised there was no wait, we were in an out within 30 minutes on a Sunday at 11 am. We will for sure be back! read more

Guilder - Applesauce bread and cereal cookie (highly recommend both, but the cereal cookie was pretty magical) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great cappuccino. I had the sweet potato hash for breakfast. It was good but a bit spicer than I usually like for breakfast. I probably just ordered poorly. I've give the last star up if the seating were more comfortable and cozy. read more

This summer my sister introduced me to this spot and I've returned several times for various beverages, all of them quite good. I've also enjoyed scones and pastries that they bring in from various local bakeries. This morning, I finally took advantage of one of their breakfast sandwiches prepared on site and...5 stars. Best breakfast sandwich I've had in Portland in years. I had the Miracle Max which is runny egg, greens, lemon preserves, pecorino and scallions, I think. A decade ago, I was a huge fan of the YOLK food cart (long-gone, sadly, it was a cart offshoot of TOAST near Woodstock) and this is right up there with that history of deliciousness. Always friendly staff, weekend lines do happen cuz good food & coffee. Highly recommended. read more

Perfect spot for a great coffee and food if you need that. It's a great place to hang out and relax.

Cute place to have a coffee and breakfast. The long communal tables make it a great spot to grab a bite with a couple of friends or a big group of people! Recommend the Fried Savage, the Valerie, and of course COFFEE! read more

Guilder - Yummmmm - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Aesthetically pleasing if you like hip, clean and modern. The coffee is on point. I got the breakfast toast, which was most satisfying. The side green salad was the standout for me. An herby, lemon vinaigrette with a hint of pecorino, sublime. The only hiccup for me, even with the avocado superbly ripe and the egg perfectly cooked, was myself wanting just a little extra on the toast. Perhaps the in house hot sauce was just the the thing missing, or an aioli of some sort? There is plenty of space to work and socialize. The staff were very friendly and warm. read more

This is labeled a restraunt and not a cafe but it's also a good place to get a coffee and work, few other people doing this too

Coffee was fine but it doesn't make up for poor weekday morning service - barista has a terrible attitude problem. Plenty of other coffee spots to go for friendly servers. read more

Talk about class. I ordered at the register and then she asked me to tip. Literally. Since when am I obligated to tip someone when I buy something. I was embarrassed. I couldn't say no. All I had in cash was a dollar so I gave it to her. Very embarrassing. read more

Great addition to the Alameda neighborhood! Super friendly staff and great coffee. The ambiance is calm, clean and comfortable. Great windows to let in the rare yet welcome sun. I ordered a mocha, an almond croissant, and an orange cranberry scone. The pastries were divine. I hesitate to use the word "moist" but they were definitely that. The mocha was subtle, not over powered by sweet or chocolate. The chocolate they use pairs perfectly with their espresso. My friend ordered a red eye and said it to have great aroma and taste. We will go again and often! read more

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Definitely as others mentioned not a welcoming staff, all their drinks have lots of sugar but they wear masks

The space was super cute instead, however was not yet open for dine-in seating. There were a few tables outside, but not enough to accommodate many people, so if you are looking for a space to work from, this will not be it. However, their cappuccino was great so if I'm ever back in the area, it may warrant a stop again. read more

Yes yes yes! The almond butter toast was delicious and I am currently obsessed with savory oatmeal after having it when we were on vacation recently in Portland. The coffee was good, the decor/atmosphere was awesome and the baristas were kind, helpful and friendly! This was a quicker breakfast for us which is what we were looking for (food came out quick!) read more

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This is a great place. The food and coffee are very good, but the staff is what keeps me coming back.

This is one of the best coffee shops in Portland. The food is great, the coffee is top-notch, and the service is awesome. Plus, the space itself is very bright and welcoming with all the windows, and the upstairs area is usually quiet enough to get work done while the downstairs is more of an area for socializing if you come with others. Can't recommend this place enough. Bonus: they feature great local artists and change out the artwork every few months. I've bought some wonderful pieces from local artists after seeing their work displayed at Gilder. read more

We have been going to Guilder since the first weeks they opened. The coffee has always been top notch, the baked goods by Shoofly are a lovely accompaniment (Phillycakes!), and we are addicted to their vegetarian breakfast burrito! Can't wait to return to hanging out in the indoor space post-pandemic. read more

Guilder has the best coffee in Portland. Prices are steep but i'll spend every last penny of mine for a Guilder oat latte. Cute cafe, friendly staff, 100/10 coffee. Yum! read more

We came here for a quick coffee. Cool location, beautiful area, and coffee was delicious. I loved the option of simple syrup. The Princess Bride theme is muted...was thinking it was gonna be a bit over the top but it wasn't. Next time we will try the food. read more

Guilder - Coffee made "as you wish" - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We love Guilder! Before COVID it was our go-to place for remote working. The space is light and bright and welcoming. They have done a fabulous job post-COVID and have the contact-less pick up process down to an art. The owners and staff are fabulous. We love having Guilder in the neighborhood! read more

This is my favorite coffee shop ever! Guilder has such good energy, from the light- and plant-filled space to the super kind and welcoming baristas. I feel so grateful to live walking distance. (Oh and delicious vegan baked goods, yes please!) read more

So this is my neighborhood coffee place and I always swing in when walking the pooch for a coffee. It is consistently tasty and never left me wanting more as i was always satisfied with the flavorful coffee. The people are nice, the decor is fun, and they support the community. This past week, I decided to try the chai latte and split a vegan breakfast burrito with my husband. These 2 items were so delicious, it made me question the last few years of coming here and getting my usual things without stepping out of my comfort zone. Thank you for brightening my day and bringing some unexpected joy by breaking the routine that the last few months have put me in. read more

I enjoyed Guilder quite a bit. When I first read articles and saw advertisements for the place, I was just thinking it was going to be another place that was celebrated as "Best" new coffee shop in town or whatever. It took a bit but I finally came here the other day. It was really good! Coffee was awesome, I don't drink anything too special, I usually get an Americano but it definitely was nice and smooth going down. I ordered a Miracle Max sammich. I wanted sausage but the dude behind the counter said they didn't have sausage but they had vegetarian sausage. Immediately I was like mehhhhhh. He said it's the best kind, Field Roast. OK, I took the bait but I was super skeptical. I asked for tomato ketchup, he said they didn't have any they have home made hot sauce and the sammich had tomato jam. OK... ok. I'm down. Boom! Sammich was the bomb, I'm definitely going back on Sunday. Maybe this will be our regular Sunday spot. The sausage was nowhere near the best, I'm not sure what would be other than a pork sausage but I told him on the way out, I'd give it a 9/10. It was good but it was no meat sausage. I wish people would stop marketing vegetarian food as meat. Someone has to figure that out. As soon as you do that, you're comparing it to the meat version and it just doesn't hold up. Anyway, Guilder is top notch, I really enjoyed it. Go and check it out! read more

Short answer: If you're looking for some great coffee or a place where you can get work done, look no further! ------ I'm so glad I stumbled into this cute little place! Everyone working there was just incredibly friendly! Savannah and Caryn made me feel instantly welcomed the moment I came in and handled my complicated drink with ease. Mike then helped me pick the perfect bowl that complimented my drink when I was having another indecisive moment. My entire group had a very productive study session; it had the perfect atmosphere where the background provides a relaxing white noise so that you can focus on what you wanted to work on. It was comfortable and there were plus available to charge our devices. I felt that the food was reasonably priced and had a lot of healthy options. We're all definitely going to be back! read more

Friendly service, excellent food with an emphasis on quality, flavor, and beautiful presentation, and good coffee. That warm potato salad with the beet pickled egg is so good! I added some field roast sausage, which complemented it perfectly. Mmm. read more

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Excellent coffee, beautiful minimalist and airy scandinavian interior, extensive food and drink menu, a lot of seating to study or hang out, super friendly staff. Oh, and did I mention very cute neighborhood with tons of parking. To sum it up, this place checks all boxes of a neighborhood coffee shop. read more

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I enjoyed Guilder quite a bit. The atmosphere is great. I had the bibimbap bowl, which had good kimchi and pickled vegetables. There wan't too much flavor to the rice, and it was a bit watery, but all-in-all I enjoyed it. It was certainly adventurous. read more

Our favorite coffee shop! We love the drinks, the food and the wonderful people. They have always been a thoughtful and customer service driven establishment but with covid we've seen them go beyond to ensure the health and safety of their customers and staff. Highly recommend. read more

Can't believe it took me so long to come into Guilder, but since visiting last week I've come in three times already! The space upstairs is perfect for reading or working, the coffee and pastries are stellar, and I love that it's open later than other coffee shops in the area. And the Princess Bride theme adds some character. The staff was incredibly friendly and chill. I'm not really sure why other reviews mention that the staff doesn't seem welcoming - I've only had great interactions with the people working there. I prefer coffee shops where people give you your space and aren't overly chatty, which is exactly the vibe at Guilder. read more

Meh. This place hits it's demographic. Parents that were hip not that long ago and are trying to hold onto that last gasp of youth. It's location on the border of Irvington and Alemeda.... Check. It has Portland chic style with incredibly uncomfortable seating.... Check. It has 'adult' food like toast and grain bowls to keep you and your wallet thin.... Check. Sweet faux healthy pastries to keep the kids coming back.... Check. It will be attractive to the neighborhood family or work from home mom that just doesn't have the energy to go to Proud Mary and deal with it's NW 23rd 20 something crowd. Now for specifics on the food. 1. The cereal sandwich was very sweet and had the mouth feel of stale cereal rolled in dough. It was cut in half with a filling that is a slightly viscous version of doughnut glaze. Just to make sure there was enough sugary goodness, marshmallow was also thrown in. 2. The blueberry muffin was fine. Not terrible, but not worth finishing. The blueberries all floated to the top and were far from abundant. Muffin base was moist, but also dense. 3. Breakfast toast is all the rage and Guilder is happy to hop on that train. Too bad the toast wasn't toasted and the egg was broke so it was a slimy mess, which isn't terrible because the ripe avocados saved the day. The accompanying salad was good quality greens, but over salted. I mean it's toast so.... It shouldn't be hard to make something passable and they succeeded in that effort. Definitely passable. 4. The Incredibowl was a hit for my wife, but a miss for me. I'm not a cold grain and bean bowl sort of guy, but was optimistic because I live hummus Given that the hummus was supposed to be mixed in with a bunch of toothy items it probably doesn't matter that is pretty low quality and very chunky. Since it is one ingredient I'd be willing to recommend it to someone who likes that sort of thing, but would also give the caveat that you shouldn't go out of your way to get one. read more

I picked this for a new place for lunch. My main takeaway is that the portions are small. Also, when I get there I realize it's mostly vegan. How did I miss that? After ordering we were told our name would be called when order is ready. Well, one trip up the narrow stairs made me dread picking up my food and walking it up. I'm 64, my knees aren't great and I have had problems carrying stuff up stairs when I can't see my feet. I'm not saying I asked to have my food brought to me. I didn't though I was given a look when told to come pick it up. I said, Those stairs, they just grumbled quietly. So I was not feeling the love. Lo and behold, I carefully walked up with my order step by step, I sit down amazed there were no mishaps and then a worker comes up to clean a table. Now why could they not just say when I gave them my face of " really, 2 times on your stairs", oh we'll bring it to you no problem? read more

While I find the menu interesting and everything I've eaten so far has been good as well as enjoy the friendly staff I am extremely disappointed by the grandiose ego of this coffee shops hipster baristas. The Baristas are poorly trained and seem to have taken it upon themselves to redefine age old drinks that should be consistent and dependable. I tried to contact Guilder to state my case through the website so not to make it a public forum but not contact information.... I am Italian and have traveled Italy and Europe extensively, I have always been able to depend on a cappuccino being the same exact drink where ever I may have been in the world but suddenly Portland Oregon in their arrogance has taken it upon themselves to redefine the culture of espresso. I am offended that Guilder can't make a dry cappuccino even when specifically asked to, then try to tell me that "this is how it's done at Guilder" as though I was crazy for being disappointed. I ordered a dry Cappuccino, there is only one way it's done, it's been made the exact same way since it's conception and for this little coffee shop in Oregon to be so arrogant as to redefine it is utterly absurd. This is why the Hipster revolution in Portland has ruined our city and now our historical espresso drinks. Guilder need to research... I won't be back for coffee as they don't know how to make a good espresso. PS the barista drew a shot and left it sit for 2.40 minutes while the crema separated and the shot went bad. This is something else they might want to look up on google. If you want a perfect latte, order a dry cappuccino. read more

This place has a great vibe and the employees were so friendly. The food was good but they ran out of their ciabatta buns so I was given something in place that was just okay. I didn't complain because the employees were so kind and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. One suggestion is that they make their Bloody Mary's with tomato vs beet juice. They really were not good and unfortunately we ordered one for everyone in our party (8) . read more

Glad I don't live close to Guilder! My pants would fit tight and bank account empty! I was working in the area for many weeks in a row when I found this coffee place, very close to the house I was working at. From then on, it was a regular stop in the afternoon. The cold brew was very good and I'm pretty sure we tried all the pastries too! Always a friendly face greeting us, not the uptight hipster coffee shops in other parts of Portland. read more