After almost 2 weeks eating here out of necessity I'm going to say it's pretty great for a hospital cafe. The prices are reasonable & everything has been fresh. Vegetarian options too! "Chicken" strips were good. Condiments are self serve. My pizza with extra cheese was only $6. If you find yourself here, enjoy! read more

Heartbeats Café - Pizza with extra cheese! - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The customer service I received in the evening and early morning from the two gentlemen was excellent. However, when I returned later in the day around 11:30 AM to 12 PM, the service from the two ladies on the day shift was not very good. Although we did not order any cooked food, we purchased the last three Chicken BBQ Ranch Wraps, which were fantastic, although the bottoms of the wraps were a bit soggy. The café is located in the hospital, so the ambiance wasn't a concern. Overall, the wraps were delicious, but customer service during the day shift could have been improved. The prices were very reasonable as well. read more

Amazing prices, fast friendly service and a selection of comfort and nutritious foods. Not bad when you're stuck at the hospital for a few days. The breakfast scramble with veggie sausage was fresh and filling, lots of veggies available. read more

Better than you would expect from a hospital cafe and they are fast too. I call my order in then immediately start heading over which only takes like 5 mins and my food is ready when I get there read more

For hospital food, this place slaps. Prices are incredible (must be subsidized by hospital). The ER is never the spot you want to be but unfortunately this was where I was forced to be. Late night and in need of some post-surgery food, I got a Pizza and Mac and Cheese. Mac and Cheese was legit restaurant quality and the Pizza was solid as well. All for like $13. Was absolutely thrilled. The next morning got a $5 breakfast burrito. Not the best I've ever had but certainly did the job. Don't hesitate to eat here just cause it's in the hospital. read more

Heartbeats Café - Pepperoni Pizza - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Going to this café is often a necessity went at the hospital for a long period of time either visiting or whatever. The food is OK but the staff are horrible. They're impatient and rude. read more

Favorite place to eat in the hospital. Lunch sandwiches are good, kids like the pizza well enough. Definitely beats the hospital food sent to the rooms! read more

Heartbeats Café - Menu as of May 7th 2024 - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Good, inexpensive hospital food. Whether you're waiting for an appointment or you're visiting someone, they've got you covered. Unfortunately, they're no longer open 24/7. Their hours are 5:30 am - 2:00 am, so still almost all hours. I usually go for the build your own sandwich, but the breakfast burrito is great if you're there early. read more

Heartbeats Café - Heartbeat Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My baby was at Randall's for a few days so at one point hospital food was my only option d, really decent food for the price! The service was fast & the crew was super friendly. plus their hours are super convenient as well! read more

Based on the price, the food is surprisingly good! There was a line, and a crowd waiting for food pickups - everything went faster than expected - I would come again. read more

Heartbeats Café - Tasty! - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

So The Tax Deduction is in the ER at the Children's Hospital, we are pretty sure it's appendicitis and we've been in hospital waiting pattern in that little room for hours. This is the second time in a week we've done this rodeo. The Wife and I decide that we need to eat something so we take turns headed down to the Heartbeat in the Atrium. Since it is in a hospital you're not really expecting much you think to yourself as you stroll passed the children's garden and down toward Radiology (wondering how close that food actually gets to the radiation). How mistaken you find you are, it's in a small space but there is plenty of seating out in the atrium. The line kind of forms, you're never really sure, but eventually you get up to a cash register and get to order. Each time I've been here it's been lunch time. I like the Build Your Own Sandwich option. Pick bread, meat, cheese, veggies and spreads, you get some plain chips with it and it's a darn reasonable price, about $5.00 I usually go with Ciabatta roll, ham, provolone and a dijon mayo spread, they don't skimp on the lettuce or pickles either. They have other chips, ice cream, all sorts of breakfast options, many drink options including a soda fountain and really huge cookies. If you got to be in the Legacy Hospital complex and you need to feed yourself this is pretty good option. It is also open 24/7, so they're always there for you. While I hope I never have to come back with my kid in the ER, it's nice to know that at least I can get a good meal out of the deal. Oh, The Tax Deduction? Turned out to be a viral infection that was irritating the lymph nodes. A day later, he came down with strep. At least we can treat that at home. read more

So, you find yourself at the hospital where, really, the only positive happy reason for being there is for the birth of a baby & every other reason is heartbreaking, scary, &/or tragic. A loved one finally convinces you that you need to eat or perhaps something in your tummy might bring you some comfort. Well, don't expect to fulfill tastebuds or leave satisfied or even feel as though you consumed something marginally healthy. The one decent cafeteria in the hospital is only open M-F until 2:30, then you're stuck with this place. read more

Two years ago I was introduced to the Chicken Guacamole sandwich and it nearly changed my life. Both the sandwich and I have been gone for a while - but now we're both back! Imagine a warm, grilled chicken breast supported by melted cheese, guacamole, black olives, lettuce, and tomato. Imagine using ciabatta bread to deliver these items to your palate. The brown box that it comes in is like a Christmas gift. The side of Lays potato chips is worthy of a thank you note. read more

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The best value in all of Portland. Today I got a breakfast bowl, large coffee, and side of gluten free toast for 5.50. This is 16 bucks with a 30 minute wait anywhere else . Just add salt if needed :). It is a hospital. read more

Just inside the atrium of Emanuel Hospital sits Heartbeats Cafe - the culinary hub of the medical offices, the main hospital and the Emergency Department. With EKG graphics and a "24/7" scrawled across the windows, this spot is THE place to fuel up on food or caffeine at all hours of the day. The café itself is nestled in to the side of the medical offices building but the seating area is out under a five-story ceiling in a wide open area that's perfect for dining, taking a break from work, or huddling up with loved ones while you wait for someone to get out of the ED. The fare at Heartbeats Café is, at first blush, your standard selection of pre-packaged salads, sandwiches, ready-to-heat meals, coffee, tea, sodas, bottled drinks and desserts plus a surprise host of hot soups, grilled sandwiches and a few other offerings. You don't walk in there expecting much but you'll be surprised by how actually okay this food is. I mean, by Portland culinary standards it ain't worth a return visit, but compared to some of the slop I've had in the cafeterias at big institutions like this, it's not half bad. It's a counter-service kind of joint and the folks that are working there even at 11pm on Christmas Eve-Eve are plenty helpful and friendly. The customers are a crazy mix of staff and visitors - most of whom are collecting themselves from whatever ordeal that brought them, and the patient they're waiting for, to the ED. The knife, fork and "multi-purpose spoon" (as opposed to the single-purpose spoon?) dispensers are the one-armed bandits of the food world. Everything here is extremely inexpensive (a 16oz cup of chili for $1.80? Yes please!). And while it wouldn't be my first dining choice had I the flexibility to leave and get food in the nearby areas, when you're stuck waiting for someone and you can't leave... and especially when you need some blood sugar to deal with whatever has put you here in the first place, Heartbeats Café does just fine. But I do have to say... that bright green key lime pie looks really suspicious. Fast, friendly, convenient, and... well... okay food. Is that worth 3 stars? Maybe if I had to eat here every day I'd say no. But honestly, compared to what I was expecting, this was A-OK in a pinch. read more

Chicken chipotle sandwich is delicious. I ended up eating here twice while my wife was recovering from a C-section. The quality of the food is excellent and the price makes you double take in a good way. It's hard to believe hospital food this good costs as little as it does. The staff is awesome, quick friendly, and observant. The café has made to order food, ready made foods, yogurts, fruit, coffee, lattes, snacks and sodas. They are ON POINT. Especially considering they are the busiest restaurant per square foot in all of PDX. The deserve credit. It's makes me wish I lived close by so I can frequent the hospital for a delicious meal. read more

I stopped by this Café today and was shocked to see what fabulous options they offered at such amazing affordable prices!! I ordered the Chipotle Chicken Sandwich and it literally only cost me $5 and it came with a bag of chips!! My Husband ordered a Caesar Salad, Chicken Wings and an energy drink and only paid $11 total for his order. The food was hot & fresh and very good!! I would highly recommend this Café if you are at this hospital or even just in the area! read more

If I could give this place a zero I would. Yesterday my food tasted like soap. Today, my salad was disgusting and the lettuce was brown. It's a hospital where I should be able to trust the food. I really don't. read more

Heartbeats Café - This was buried in the base of my salad. Brown heart of the romaine lettuce. - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Let's be honest: if you're eating in a hospital, you're probably not on a date, and you're probably not having that great a day. So, it would be a little silly to judge this place by the standards of haute cuisine. Pros: - good vegetarian selection: veggie sausage available with all breakfasts; - the deli case gets high volume rotation, so everything in it is fresh - I'd be surprised if you see anything older than 8 hours - and has a wide-ranging selection of everything from sushi to chicken enchiladas; - their personal pizzas are actually pretty good -- I expected little frozen pies with mystery ingredients, but they appear to be freshly made, and the toppings are definitely fresh; - not sure if it's run as a non-profit or what, but the prices are extremely low -- presumably not trying to make buck off people who are more or less trapped at the hospital for food options; - the staff clearly understand that in addition to service hospital workers and day-visitors, they are serving people who are patients or who have family members who are patients, and for whom the world is a difficult place at the moment -- they're gracious, helpful and entirely pleasant. Cons: - Very limited menu. If you're stuck eating her for more than 2 days, you should expect depression to set in; - I would avoid the cheeseburger special. Tried it twice (slow learner), and its got some kind of crazy, one might even say apocalyptic, heartburn-inducing qualities. read more

It's actually called Heartbeat Cafe and it's great. Open 24-7 and their prices can't be beat. I love hospital cafeterias, cafes and delis, you will get descent food for rock bottom prices. The staff is exceptionally courteous, even at 1am. :) read more

Heartbeats Café - menu and prices - Cafes Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The only place in Portland where the food is good and the prices are affordable. Love coming here to enjoy the fountain, while eating a breakfast plate. read more

I work in the hospital and have eaten here a thousand times. It definitely gets old after eating there regularly for years, but if you're here for a short time, they have some pretty good options. The only exception is the gluten free cupcakes. They are terrible. I don't know why they are still there. read more

Whenever I come visit my mom, I grab a quick sandwich from the heartbeat cafe. Friendly staff, quick service, and healthy options!! I love it! read more

After having extremely disappointing bisquits and gravy twice and also a poorly put-together breakfast burrito, I am glad I gave Heartbeat Café another go-around. I ordered a breakfast bowl with sausage and I must admit I am presently surprised. The eggs are cooked to perfection and are blended with superb sausage and cheese. A true delight. So, if you are looking for a good breakfast, try the breakfast bowl! read more

I fly patients to several hospitals and this cafe is always a favorite stop for us. The americano is very good and the food is pretty good. Sometimes a sandwich, salad, soda, or a donut. We don't have very much time to grab snacks and it's a good fast-stop. The last time I was there we picked up a small pineapple coconut cheesecake that we all shared when we got back to our base. It was amazing and I wished I had bought the other two remaining in the case! read more