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    The Great North

    4.6 (93 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Iced Matcha Latte - so yummy
    Cassie M.

    Stopped by on a whim during a visit to this neighborhood and found myself enjoying a very pleasant matcha latte. The area is saturated with cute coffee shops and I'm glad I stopped by at this one. The person at the counter was very friendly and explained the different sweeteners they offer. She recommended getting an iced matcha latte, I opted to get it slightly sweetened with their simple syrup and it was perfect. I love matcha and this one was great!

    Shauna F.

    5 stars for being one of the only coffee places open at 6a in Portland... And with a friendly barista. Ordered a couple bagel sandwiches, pastry, and coffee. Will be back :)

    Kim G.

    Bright, light filled coffee shop on a side street in the center of St. John's. They have excellent espresso and coffee drinks and a nice, spicy chai Which I thoroughly enjoyed. Pastries are baked in house and they looked delicious I had just eaten an ocean bun at The Sparrow bakery down the street!p so didn't try any. They had scones, cinnamon knots and cookies. I noticed that they carry breakfast sandwiches made with bread from Dos Hermanos Bakery which I frequent on N. Williams. Knowing the bread is great, I purchased a sandwich to heat up in my toaster oven the next day. inside are a few tables and chairs but since it was a sunny 76 degree day, we enjoyed our beverages outside.

    Melissa S.

    Stepping into this coffee shop- you immediately like the vibe. The wooden plank floor, the antique counter. Also friendly staff who greets you upon entering. They made our dirty Chai teas to perfection. Honestly one of the best chai teas I've had yet! Also, a great selection of pastries . The chocolate chip cookie was superb! I cannot wait to try their cardamon bun next trip! My daughter says it's divine! Also I love the playlist of their music! That's a plus as well!

    Iced coffee w house oat milk & house honey & cinnamon syrup with a Petunia's ( v & gf) poppy seed @ blueberry muffin!
    Arianna K.

    The owners are so wonderful and welcoming! I biked in for breakfast (without a lock) and the owner offered for me to bring my bike inside while an employee also offered me his bike lock to make sure I felt comfortable and was able to relax and enjoy myself. It was incredibly kind! Their house made syrups, sweeteners and milks are I'm vegan and they also carry Petunias pastries which is great! They roast with coava coffee and it is delicious!! 10/10 will recommend and will be peddling back for more!

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    Rebecca W.

    Lovely shop! Delicious coffee and great food. Service was friendly and quick. Try the Cardigan special.

    Kate M.

    Beautiful and cozy coffee shop in the heart of St. John's. It's not too busy, but it's not quiet either. Just the occasional coffee drinkers coming and going throughout the day - and if you're lucky, some will come in with their dogs! They play very tasteful music here so either soak it in or bring some headphones. I came here on Sunday and the woman/barista/everything was super sweet, and made the perfect cup of coffee my caffeine-powered body was craving. And in case you didn't see my picture of the beautiful cappuccino: it's beautiful. Aesthetically pleasing, wonderful staff, delicious coffee. What more could you want?

    Rosemary holiday latte, drip coffee, Olympia provisions breakfast sandwich

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    Had the yogurt parfait -- so good! Great, friendly service, good prices and a cozy, friendly place to enjoy breakfast.

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    This is a great coffee shop. The coffee is very good and the vibes are also very nice. I highly recommend visiting.

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    Best chai in town , homemade oat milk, vegan & gf pastry options, great work space, good light, really nice people!

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    awesome decor, delicious (unique!) ham breakfast sandwich, local favorite. staff was lovely!

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    Love their coffee, sandwiches, ambience and service! Super cozy coffee shop in the heart of St Johns

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    Love this place! Great ambiance, great service. I think it's the best coffee shop in north Portland and great location

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    Best Coffee Spot , recommend!! Veggie Breakfast Sandwich with the pickled onions OH MY GAWD !!!

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    Came here on a lazy saturday and was not disappointed! They had ton of great options from pastries…read moreto food and drink and I was able to try all three. I got a chai latte, the breakfast sandwhich with a poached egg, and three pastries the cardamom ocean roll, lemon twist, and the pistachio croissant. Everything was really delicious and I especially applaud the Ocean Roll. I've never had something so cardamom-y and it was quite a stand out. The only thing I would change at all is that my croissant was a tad bit over toasted but it was still good! The staff was nice and there was a chill atmosphere. We felt very comfortable staying and chatting a while. One thing to note is that parking can be a little sparse especially if there is an event going on. Overall though I'd give it 5 stars and I would definitely come here again!

    Rarely am I in the St Johns area but glad I stopped by here. Just outside of the main area and…read morethankfully across the street from a BoA, there's a cute yellow shop on the corner of . Everyone had raved about the Ocean Roll here so I had to see what this was about. An absolutely massive cardamom lemon flavored roll, made fresh daily and thankfully there was plenty in stock so I got two. This thing immediately hits the taste buds and unexpected flavor. Rolls, especially cinnamon rolls always seem to have the flavor, so to have a much lighter side of the flavor spectrum to hit, it really has an unexpected brilliance to it. The size was perfect for sharing and I'm glad I got two to come back to the next morning and warm up. Keep those Ocean Rolls coming back, they're incredible!

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    0.1 miNorth Portland, St. Johns
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    This is a spot I've been wanting to try for a long time, and I finally got the chance while in town…read morewith my wife -- and it did not disappoint. The moment I saw the Voodoo Queen -- topped with strawberry, whipped cream, toasted almonds, and chocolate sauce -- I knew that was the one. And wow... are you kidding me? It was absolutely incredible. The combination of flavors was indulgent without being overwhelming, and everything tasted fresh and perfectly balanced. Every bite was worth the wait. I paired it with a drip coffee, which turned out to be the perfect match. Smooth, flavorful, and just what you want alongside something a little sweet and decadent. This is definitely a place you need to check out. Grab some breakfast, enjoy a great cup of coffee, and take some time to explore the wonderful St. Johns area. It's an experience, not just a meal. Coach "aka the coffee guy" Berokoff

    I walking in this cute little shop and The Clash was playing and fresh crepes were being prepared!…read moreI felt like I was home. I wanted a savory and a sweet. I highly recommend the vampire// the musician. So I could determine what to order next time. The service was amazing the two people working were so helpful and delightful to be around. I immediately took there advise in what to order and then proceeded to order some latte's. One lightly flavored Hazelnut latte. I couldn't highly recommend both savory and sweet and try at least one of their lattes. Thank you so much to the staff incredibly knowledgeable. Trust them with your order and try them all. I'll be back next Saturday!

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