Crema's Take
“Barista's Nob Hill location pulls you in with moody, stylish decor and spacious booths that feel like your own little corner of Portland—perfect for settling in with a laptop or meeting a friend. Their espresso-focused drinks, especially cortados and lattes, hit consistently, and the early morning hours mean you can claim a seat before the steady stream of regulars and their dogs fills the cafe. It's the kind of place where friendly staff and a genuinely cozy vibe make you want to linger longer than you planned.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Opens early.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Started off this Portland OR trip with a visit to a coffee shop near where we stayed. Had some solid cortados in a space where we could comfortably plan the rest of our day. Great spot in a good neighborhood to get things going. Coffee here was a little more pricy and bougie…
Pretty cute cafe, there's nice booths are that very spacious and comfortable. It's definitely a vibe in there, dim lightning and dark decor. The staff were very nice and my coffee came very quickly. My iced latte was great!
Second visit. Tuesday, mid-morning. Almost at capacity. Steady flow of customers and dogs. Great latte. Not great croissant: heavy, "bread" flavor (a first). Same indifferent service. Fantastic décor, like an old world brasserie. Love the black diamond-tufted upholstered…
Barista in Nob Hill is one of my favorite coffee spots in Portland! Their coffee is truly top-notch, and I love the vibe and the cozy, stylish decor. The street view is especially beautiful during spring, summer, and autumn, and they even have outdoor seating — perfect for…
I absolutely love coming to this location! The employees are so friendly and always full of energy, which truly uplifts my entire day. My go-to drink is the vanilla latte, and they make the BEST one. The staff at 23rd is just a bit more welcoming and genuinely strives to make…
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