Delicious! Got a -…read moreclassic iced vanilla latte: homemade vanilla syrup was amazing and the coffee taste still came through - salted orange dark chocolate mocha: pricey at $8 but a worthwhile treat. If you're having a bad day and need a pick me up, this is the one to get - extra points for the edgy vibe inside!

overall a killer spot. in house rosters that's priced pretty accurately for its quality. parking…read morewas easy (plenty of street parking that is). seating was fun, they've got a repurposed machine in the corner that's turned into a table. with how much space they have, they could do a lot more though. it didn't feel like a spot i would frequent to hang with friends or work. but as a coffee roaster, they've done a good job on the coffee and that's what matters.

When I think of the word 'Sterling' I think of something that dazzles. It's outstanding by nature…read more In this case, the experience truly lives up to the name. The shop is situated in an iconic part of NW 21st; it exudes sophisticated and timeless charm. Stepping inside, you see the historical bones of the building laced with modern touches of hip decor and thoughtful design. It's a bit retro and a bit edgy all while being chic, so it's very well aligned with Portland itself. Sit on a live edge bench! Enjoy a marshmallow stick. Stare at the luxurious wallpaper. But don't let these things deter you from the epic coffee experience that awaits you. Subtly smooth, adequately bold and flavors aplenty... all served with a smile. The staff is incredibly friendly. My drink was even delivered my table by the barista! The bathroom is clean and parking is available on the street. They have all the classics and then some. There were aromas of homemade chai permeating the space as I sipped my coffee. This is an experience that can't be boiled down to 'just coffee.' It's not just another errand when you're in NW either. It's the kind of place where a random stranger next to you says aloud that 'this is the best coffee in Portland' as you walk by. And they mean it. One of my favorite coffee experiences of the year so far. It's memorable on many levels, and the atmosphere aligns so well with the vibrancy of our city. You owe it to yourself, and to maintaining the true spirit of Portland, to stop in, stay and sip a while. There's no better way to identify with Sterling than through firsthand experience. See you there soon.

Great coffee and friendly service . Loved their decoration…read moreinside will be back ! Hope they add more food options

In "Coffee City" Courier carved out its own Portlandia coffee niche!…read more Really delicious "bitchin-tasty" Canelli and macchiato. Canelli is moist and yummy inside and super crisp on the outside winner winner winner. The Mexico, roasted coffee beans made a very deep robust, medium rich, slightly bitter, but well balanced, sweetness, and acidity macchiato. I noticed they have different coffees, depending on the season from around the world. Cozy coffee bar, small café, and rad-cool-dope hipster vibe. Winner winner winner. Love the vibe, the music on record playing vinyl "old school" LP 45 - way cool! And the people serving it up "bitchin" were friendly and knowledgeable. Winner winner winner. Also have some Japanese finger foods and smoked salmon that need to be investigated on the next stop. I like good coffee often and a sweet treat occasionally, and the coffee, desserts and peeps were all winner winner winner for me - coffee, Portlandia style!

Courier has became a favorite coffee shop over the years. It's tiny and they're always busy. I love…read morethe Japanese food menu - kakigori shaved ice for the summers and they're always doing norimaki, inari and Onigiri. It's the perfect snack to go along with some of their great tea or coffee. I don't love coffee black normally, but I like theirs on its own. Seating is limited but if you can snag a seat inside, you can hear their music - they have a record player and my mom loved the jpop old album from the 70s/80s that they had on today. Staff is awesome and friendly. I love this spot and wish they had longer hours in the afternoon for shaved ice.

KING/ALBERTA ARTS - This location features glorious indoor/outdoor space (next door to Tin Shed for…read morepatio dining with doggos/general garden-sun worship), more serious tables upstairs for work/study among the artwork, and and GEM GF pastries. ONLINE - Beans, Merch, and some very cool Brew Gear. ALSO - Espresso Catering, Wholesale, Retail Subscriptions (for those living afar or gifting - a worthwhile spend). LOCATIONS - 5, with 1 upcoming on Morrison including drive-thru. I'm back for this Cortado with the Deviation Blend (brown sugar in the raw slowly infusing from the bottom) - it's rich, strong, and straightforward - the way I like my... coffee. Jason brought in Dorian IN BLACK because the coffee is slinging on a Saturday (8 days a week...).

My first coffee shop on a small tour in Portland and Bend. My wife and the family were starving…read moreafter our flight from Dallas, so I dropped them at nearby Bamboo Sushi (highly recommended) and I'd catch up with them after a couple of espressos. I chatted with the barista, he was super nice and had some time to chat, so talked coffee and what they were brewing, which was the house blend and a single origin, I asked for one of each. The single origin was light and fruity as I'd expect, nice acidity and a crisp finish, whereas the house blend, their Deviation Blend, had a stronger body and less acidity, but still managed to get in some good notes of dried fruit and a nutty flavor. Both were perfectly pulled, with nary a bitter or sour note to be found. All in all, a great little quick trip for coffee, a place I'd definitely go to again.

I work in not far from the location and try to stop in once a month.Cute little coffee shop, and I…read moredo appreciate that they're always rotating seasonal drinks.

Stopped by Abba Coffee Roasters and had a flat white that was excellent. Smooth, rich, and…read moreperfectly made. What really stood out was the staff. They were preparing a pour-over for another customer and offered me a sample. The coffee was from Kenya, and it was incredibly smooth and flavorful, with a really nice depth to it. Definitely one of those coffees that makes you slow down and appreciate it. Great coffee, welcoming staff, and a place that clearly takes pride in what they serve. I'll definitely be back!

This was a lovely spot for an afternoon coffee! They have several varieties of beans available and…read morerotate which ones they use to make brewed coffee and cold brew, which I thought was cool! The service was kind and quick and the atmosphere was super cool, tons of natural light and seating abound! Definitely on our list of Portland spots to return to!

The location is beautiful but felt the coffee was a lil overpriced and the pastry a little…read moredeceiving. I got a pistachio rose croissant ($6.50) which... looked different than the one in the display case. It was disappointing to receive such a flattened croissant when the display one was raised properly. Flavor was good but since it was so flattened, the texture wasn't what you'd expect from a croissant. Not sure if they offer pastries warmed up, was not offered so I'm assuming they do not. The persimmon cobbler latte ($8) was good but I'm not sure if enough of the flavor was coming through. And for the price, it was a little underwhelming. Service was fine and as stated, the interior was aesthetically pleasing. They also had outdoor seating. Maybe it was an off day for the pastry. It's still worth a visit but be aware it's a little pricy and be aware, what you see might not be what you're getting.

If you're looking for a specialty drip coffee, this is the place to visit!…read more My partner is a certified coffee snob who roasts his own beans. We have traveled the world tasting every type of process from almost every region known to man. I always make it my mission to find the best cup of joe in town, so when I read about Push X Pull, I was hoping it was something we would remember. Luckily, we snagged a parking spot right in front of the shop. As we entered, the baristas were friendly and welcoming. We ordered a drip in a to-go cup and my partner couldn't stop talking about how great the cup of coffee was. We tried buying a bag of Galaxy Hops co-fermented beans, but unfortunately for us they sold out in both locations. Overall, highly recommend! It is the perfect spot to get some work done or simply hangout and talk. There is both indoor and outdoor seating which was nice.

As far as the shop goes, it was cute and comfy. certainly on the smaller side but fun to hang out…read morein and i especially liked the chairs. i was excited to try a single origin pour over after hearing so much about it, yet somehow their kettle broke when i arrived. not sure how they only had 1 kettle but oh well. i will be coming back to give it a second shot, but i was not impressed

This coffee shop is in a really great location with great ambiance. Coffee was good, not great…read more Worth a try if you are in the area.

Love their coffee. Love their coffee beans. Still enjoying at home…read more Thanks Flag & Wire!

This is a frequent stop of mine when visiting Tillamook County and I have never been disappointed…read more The Cafe has an excellent assortment of baked goods, or so it appears to the eye. I say this because I tried the almond danish on my first visit and it is so delicately delicious I have never found a need to venture beyond that taste treat. I often get breakfast and then bring the pastry (which is huge) with me to nibble on, and put a smile on my face, all day - & it stays fresh! They have a limited lunch and breakfast menu. However, I find it has significant enough variety that me and my guests have never had a problem finding something to enjoy. I have had breakfast there, never lunch. I find what I have eaten reliably tasty, but it does not rock. For the food I would put it in the low 4 category, pastry an absolute 5. Coffee blows away the chain coffee shops and I find it very tasty, not bitter. They do all the fancy drinks and they execute the one I always get - cappuccino - extremely well. My one bit of advice is to ask for the coffee in a mug if you are having it to stay because otherwise it will be served to you in a paper cup. I find paper cups cramp the froth into a small area and ALSO blocks your nose from getting a good whiff of that awesome coffee smell. Smelling is a huge part of taste - so do not forget the ask - there is no up charge for the real mug. Plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating with variety in the indoor, ranging from a very large, family style, round table in the middle of the room, to bars at the windows and tables throughout - with plenty of spacing. The outdoor seating is behind the roastery and consists of wooden picnic tables. This is complimented with an extremely unique and , obviously, cared for garden with a variety of flowers and evergreens. Finally, the service. One orders at the counter where my only experience has been one of patience, informative and courteous order takers. You then find a seat or you can wait for your order at the counter. The coffee is prepared immediately and, I have found, the food is prepared efficiently. I have nothing but very positive interactions with staff. Do note that they have a drive up window as well. Located directly across from the Tillamook Creamery: extremely convenient if accessing the Coast thru Tillamook. All in, I would rate Five Rivers about a 4.5 - Enjoy the experience!

Our hot lattes tasted scorched/flat from being frothed for too long. I don't blame the barista…read morethough, as they are just young kids who weren't trained properly. Management needs to do a better job at this. Our friend and I both did not enjoy our hot lattes. The cold versions were ok. For those who collector stickers, it's $3.50 for one. About the same price as an espresso shot. Not worth it for me. Service was friendly from the female cashier. Interior is small but with plenty of seating. The location is right across the street from Tillamook creamery, but there are no crosswalks to get there. Crossing the street is a bit sketch. For a coffee roaster, I expected better quality.

We receive/purchase beans from Stumptown all the time! In California, many coffee shops thrive off…read moreof Stumptown Coffee Beans, so of course, we had to include a Stumptown Coffee Shop on our itinerary. A very kind security guard opened the front door for us and greeted us with a very big smile. Inside, the cafe is HUGE! it stretches out towards the back and has fun flyers and posters. Very clean and smells like coffee beans! I tried their rose gold latte and my fiancé asked for their cherry vanilla latte, both seasonal items. It was strong and tasted exactly as described. The workers here were kind and patient. Totally worth a stop for a good cup of coffee.

Try: Cold Brew! Why:…read moreNice morning jolt of coffee with their Cold Brew paired with some Voodoo Doughnuts from next door! An iconic Portland combo. Notes: I came at opening on a weekday and was the second customer so no wait. They did have a security guard at front door. Very clean spacious interior with neat art, decor, and good amount of seating. Workers were welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Great way to start my day!