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4.6 (56 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Ashley C.

I was excited to try out this Thai coffee shop and I really wanted to try all of the Thai menu items! I ended up with the Soft Thai Tea From their new soft cream series. When it first came out, it looked like it was just whipped cream, but once I tasted it, it was so much more. I liked how it added extra creaminess to the strong Thai tea. I was really happy with that drink, but my rating is a little bit lower because of the mango drink that we had. If you are a cold brew or americano fan, then the Mango Drip is probably the one for you, but it was just way too bitter for me and the artificial mango didn't really add much. I always love seeing mango drinks on a coffee menu, but unfortunately, this one just didn't work for me. The interior is really nicely decorated and feels very much like you walked into a café in Bangkok. Despite not liking one of the drinks, I'd still recommend checking this place out because there is such a great variety on the menu that you are bound to find the one for you.

June D.

Kaleido is located in a really nice area and the whole place has a very clean modern aesthetic. The orange accents and overall presentation make the shop stand out right away. Drinks looked great and the atmosphere felt bright and welcoming. Customer service was good and the drinks came out nicely presented. We tried the matcha drinks and enjoyed them refreshing, smooth, and visually appealing. Definitely a nice spot to stop by if you're in the area and looking for a good drink in a cool environment.

Es-yen!
Tiffany V.

Came back for their bestseller Thai classic the es-yen and it was soooooo good. The vibes of the space and the service again were awesome. I love this spot when I'm in the area and will always make the effort to swing by when I'm craving a yummy coffee :)

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Keely N.

first time at kaleido! I've heard positive reviews before. I ordered the signature drink: es-yen w/ oatmilk, which was a thai-style iced espresso, with sweetness. I really enjoyed the latte and can't wait to try new flavors. Great place to work from too. Very clean and neat inside. Great

Mango coffee drip, Matcha Coconut Cloud, Es-Yen (from left to right)
Megan C.

Overall: 5/5 Drink: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Just WOW! Kaleido Coffee offers a lovely workspace and they are serving up delicious drinks with unique combinations that you cannot find elsewhere in the PDX area. I've tried their mango drip coffee, coconut matcha cloudie, Thai lime tea, and the Es-Yen coffee iced- all of which have been delectable. The Thai lime tea is refreshing and offers the signature taste of Thai tea, dairy free! The Es-Yen coffee is strong and not too sweet, a perfect combination of the coffee flavor and is paired extremely well with the condensed milk. Not too much of a tea or coffee person? I would go for the coconut matcha cloud drink! The matcha foam is perfectly bitter and creamy and combines beautifully with the flavors of the coconut water they use. I highly recommend coming to Kaleido Coffee for your coffee fix! Wonderful baristas, good vibes, and good drinks. Only downside: paid street parking :)

Lakshmi M.

Tldr interior is cute, service is kind, and hours are great especially for a coffee or matcha early on the weekends! Kaleido coffee had been on my list for LITERAL weeks before I had a chance to swing by before work on a Saturday morning. I will say I was the first human through the door at 7:05 am and it looked like some of the setup was still happening, but nothing to fret about. The timing also worked out amazingly well in terms of the street parking cause I was able to get a spot immediately out front. Drinkwise, I got 3 of the es-yen and 1 of the matcha mango latte. Can confirm the es-yen was great! Actually not too sweet with a great coffee flavor. My colleague mentioned that the match mango latte was good as well! I definitely need to keep my eyes peeled for their seasonal specials because drats I just missed their sesame matcha! Prices are fair for the quality and like I said, 7 am open on weekends? So convenient before work. All in all, a good experience and tasty treats. I will definitely have to go back to try the matcha, specialty drinks, and seasonal goods they have running through!

Sara N.

Cute shop, perfect for studying as music was not too loud and it's quiet enough to focus. I go the Soft cream thai tea and my bf got the matcha latte. The soft cream definitely was creamy and less Thai flavor. Matcha was perfect. I would come back and try their other Thai style coffee instead. Service was good.

Coconut drip
Wendy S.

The es-yen and matcha mango were both delicious. The coconut drip was just alright and the pieces of coconut were too big to go through the straw so that was a disappointing. The mango purer was a bit thicker than what I like, but flavor was delicious. The Es-yen was good hot or iced, you can really taste the sweet, creamy condensed milk in this. The banana bread was also surprisingly good! Will be back to try that Thai coconut that I only saw when I was leaving the shop.

Strawberry Matcha

Their matcha quality is so yummmy, had them at a Pilates event and the staff were so friendly! Can't wait to check out their shop :)

Iced Matcha with coconut water
Kimmy S.

This was one of the best matchas I've had. When I order matcha I order it without flavorings/syrups. This one did have a little sweetness from the coconut water but regardless the matcha was stellar. Will have to come back for my typical iced matcha latte with whole milk. The only rival to kaleido in my opinion is snow bunny. Cute cafe, roomy, great place to hang out or work.

Matcha taro latte and black sesame latte
Austin N.

We went here on a Sunday afternoon and were immediately greeted upon arrival. The interior was pleasant and felt very open. There were also a nice variety of tables and seating available. I appreciated that the menu was clean and organized. The matcha was a bit too light and subtle, the taro did add a nice texture throughout the drink; however, the overall taste profile felt a bit too sweet for me. I wish there was a bit more of that earthy note to it. On the other hand, the black sesame latte had a strong and bold flavor profile, which overshadowed the black sesame in my opinion. I wished this had a bit more sweetness to cut through the medium/dark roast.

matcha coconut water
Alaric S.

walked all the way to Kaleido coffee only to find out they didn't sell beans because there was an issue with importing them from Thailand. My girlfriend ended up trying the Matcha with coconut water. I think it was. The ambience had plenty of seating inside under an apartment building. The service was good for what it was

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Vince P.

Kaleido Coffee is Portland's very first Thai specialty coffee shop and it is tucked away in the Northwest Portland area. Street parking will be your best bet here and there is a good amount of it around the area. Inside, they have a colorful and modern setup with a good amount of seating. For their menu, they have a unique selection of different Thai-inspired coffees, matchas, refreshers, and pastries to choose from. Wifey and I got the Thai-Style Banana Cake and the Coconut Thai Tea and both items were amazing! Overall, we really enjoyed the vibes of the shop and the authentic experience they offer. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. This is a great spot to come grab a drink, chill with some friends, and experience a unique Thai coffee shop vibe.

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