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    Tōv

    4.7 (714 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Egyptian
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    TŌV ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Brocha E.

    Needed an iced coffee before deciding on lunch in the Hawthorne area and came across this gem! So beautiful and comfy, I tried the iced nectar of the gods on the barista's recommendation and it was delicious. The flavor was nothing I've ever experienced with house made caramel and cardamom syrups in an espresso base, it was the perfect pick me up!

    Laura C.

    I ordered the nectar of the gods iced coffee and I really enjoyed it. Would def get again. They had some seating outside too which was nice

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    Nishalina B.

    Very tasty coffee! Highly recommend Nectar of the Gods- cold. Had a sweet caramel taste but with a spice of cardamon. I would definitely come back to try other items on the menu. I bought coffee beans from here that are from Ethiopia. Server was friendly. Ambiance is nice with an Egyptian feel. Lots of tables.

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    Diane M.

    Coffee was delicious and service was great! I had the chocolate Jesus and flavor profile was so rich with spices, and strong mocha flavor. I do really miss the double decker bus! But the place looks very nice. Also please bring back the Egyptian coffee!

    lattes and a Chocolate Jesus
    Amber P.

    We stopped by Tōv to grab coffee while visiting Portland. The space had street parking (which can be hard to find in the area), but we were able to secure a spot without great difficulty. The ambiance here is IMPECCABLE. We were greeted by a guy playing saxophone upon entering, and he was so fun to have as a backtrack to our experience. The baristas were helpful in navigating the menu and made our drinks excellently, as they were out of a lot the day we were there. We each got different lattes (one person got chai), and we each loved our drinks! My chocolate Jesus was super rich, but it was to DIE for as a fun little treat! I got a ba'lawa to go - which was a fun little treat for later in my day. Perfectly honey sweet and flaky! Genuinely loved the experience. Wish that they hadn't been out of so much, but I'll definitely be back to try more!

    Kayla N.

    100% the best coffee and breakfast place ever!! Their place is the cutest and prettiest, their service is sooo great and sweet, and their coffee is AMAZING. Their breakfast sandwich is also an absolute must!!!

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    Mandi R.

    I've been wanting to try Tōv for a while now and finally got the chance today! I was deciding between the Nectar of the Gods and the Little Mermaid Latte. I got the latter and it was so delicious. We also shared a baklava which was served warm and was the perfect treat to share while we enjoyed our coffee. The inside is funky and cool, definitely Portland-Egypt rather than Egypt-Egypt, but enjoyable all the same.

    June S.

    I was excited to visit Tōv Coffee. Not only they are unique in a sense that they offer Egyptian inspired artisanal coffee, but all the photos I saw showed the coffee shop in a red double decker bus! But then, we never found the bus... Well guess what, they are no longer operating out of a bus, which was a bummer. The current location inside a building was a nice large space, especially for a cafe that only offers drinks and a handful of small snacks. The color was vibrant everywhere we looked, really fun atmosphere. The lighting fixtures were really nice, and each piece of furniture was fascinating. The best looking seating area was at one corner of the cafe. Here, with beautiful decor and furnishings, Tōv Coffee transfer you to a vibrant world, somewhere in the imaginary dessert in a big tent in Egypt. At least that is what I thought of. As for coffee, they were out of several of their popular coffee offerings on this day. We really wanted to try their iconic Egyptian Coffee that comes in a kanaka pot. But that was also unavailable... So, not double decker bus, no kanaka. It felt like they were out of half of their offerings for some reason, so the offering was limited on this day. Eventually, we settled with Rose Mocha, and from their "Limited Tasty Drinks" menu, Date Me. They were quite tasty, rich and satisfying. We had a nice afternoon coffee pick-me-up.

    Spicy fava bean wrap, chocolate jesus, basboosa
    Nami A.

    My feelings toward Portland in general were quite ambivalent, until I stumbled upon this coffee shop. I was so excited to try their drinks and I was not disappointed... Suddenly, my whole view of Portland changed and I couldn't wait to plan my next trip just so I can visit this establishment. Here is what I've tried so far (all of the drinks were good, the list is MOST favourite to averagely favourite heh): Mucho caliente (perfectly spicy... addicting!) Cardamom drip Arabic people latte Chocolate jesus I also tried the spicy fava bean wrap (good!) and the basboosa (REALLY GOOD, just perfectly sweet and reminds me of how my mama makes it). ...I've been going to them every day that I'm in town (yes, obsessed), so if you're still unsure, please take this as a sign that you should go give 'em a visit.

    Mandy D.

    I like the vibe of this place. It can get quite busy and it does take time to make the drinks. We put in our orders and walked around the area for a bit. Had the Arabic people latte. I enjoyed it and it was very good. Wish there was a similar cafe in my area. It definitely feels like a great local cafe.

    Iced nectar of the gods
    Damien H.

    Some of the best coffee I've ever had! Came with a friend on a warm summer Saturday and ordered the nectar of the gods iced. It tasted amazing, the cardamom infused espresso is unlike anything I've had before and it blends perfectly well with the milk and their latte flavors. I don't recall exactly what my friend ordered but it was something that normally does not come with the cardamom espresso, but he wanted to try it and and the baristas were friendly and open to making the change for him. The cafe is decorated beautifully with vibrant colors and stunning artwork on the walls. The look is great and matches the Egyptian style drinks perfectly. Good service, good vibes, good drinks, would definitely recommend to anyone looking for good coffee in Portland

    Joseph A.

    Tov... This Egyptian cafe is a must visit. Joseph, the owner, recently moved into this Egyptian themed storefront cafe recently. Previously, his cafe was located a few blocks west in old parked London double decker bus. Either way, this cafe is memorable both in interiors and coffee experience. To get the true experience at Tov, the Egyptian coffee is a must order. It's brewed in on a hot sand bed that gets up to 300 Deg F. In a single serve tin pot, finely coursed Arabica coffee grinds, cardamom and water is added and mixed. It takes a few minutes for the sand to heat up and the tin cup is moved round the hot sand until it boils. It's then placed on a tray and you have to wait a few minutes for the coffee grinds to settle to the bottom. I wanted my coffee black and unsweetened but some add some sugar cubes or honey and some cream. Then poured into a cup and sipped. Very strong tasting coffee with the spice of cardamom similar to that of an espresso. You'll have to watch out when to stop drinking until you start sipping the coffee grinds. This experience came with a choice of dessert and Egyptian sweet candy. I chose a basbousa cake which is a butter type cake soaked in syrup. A bit sweet for me so I only had a bit. The interior is one to appreciate. It's decked out with early 1900's Egyptian antiques, furniture and photos. The owner here was very friendly and hospitable. I'm looking forward to visiting again one day to experience the London Bus cafe experience. A must visit if you're in this part of Portland.

    Corner seating area, feeling opulent
    Tully B.

    "Oh we are taking everyone here" I murmured as I took my drink away from my lips. Service at Tōv is unmatched compared to the average Portland cafe. Kind humans will explain the drink list before offering you a place to seat in decadent cushions, stools and booths. Do yourself a favor and order your drink for here- the corresponding cups will be filled to the brim. Flavors of cardamom, caramel, coffee, and mint will consume your sense! We ordered the nectar of the gods and the mint thing with chocolate milk; two of the best beverages I have ever had in Portland or anywhere. We will be back for the "Traditional Egyptian Experience" and more at Tōv! Thank you!

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    Thank you. Amazing kind words. Would love to serve y’all again soon.

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    Ask the Community - Tōv

    Do you have sugar free options?

    Hi, we do not but we make vanilla, caramel, mint, vanilla rum, and a seasonal sweet potato marshmallow sauce, all in house.

    I'll be visiting PDX in July. I really would like to try your coffee, can't have caffeine. Do you serve decaf? If so, can all the coffee drinks be made with decaf or only a select few? If a few, which ones? Thx!

    Hi Yay, Yes we do have decaffeinated beans. All mochas and lattes can be made decaf. Unfortunately… Read more

    It's winter! It's freezing! Is there any indoor seating? *Update* Thanks for the answers everyone.…

    Yes! So, this is inside a double decker bus. The bottom level is very warm, but seating is limited as that is where the coffee is made. Upstairs is enclosed with a ton of seating and heaters! I wasn't super warm on the top level, but was comfortable.

    What is your specialty drink?

    Hi Gabe, it's really hard to say what my speciality is but I guess I make a mean Turkish coffee!

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