Crema's Take
“Marigold roasts its own coffee and pairs it with fire-baked goods from Lauretta Jean's, creating a genuinely rare Portland combo that justifies the premium pricing. The minimal aesthetic—leafy plants, clean white walls, stripped-down menu—attracts people who actually want to sit down and work or linger, not fight for space in a crowded caffeine mill. If you're after an Americano or their distinctive coffee cherry tea in a quiet, design-conscious space, it's worth the detour to SE Portland.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Came in around 8am to start my work day. Had a lovely cup of tea and a cranberry muffin - I believe a Lauretta Jean’s muffin? It was quiet and pretty open; great for working. They had a small pastry case including bagels and a vegan hand pie. The tea selection was about 6…
A true favorite and a gem of Portland. They roast their own coffee and stock fire baked goods. Worth your time 11/10. Barista music taste is on point and refills are cheap
Cute space in SE with their own roasted coffee and a variety of pastries and bagels.
With leafy greens, streamlined white walls and a bare-bones menu, this place certainly gets the atmosphere of a laid-back city coffee shop right. When it came the coffee, however, the art was aesthetically on point, but the taste was unfortunately bitter and the 'vanilla'…
I love coming here and getting their Americanos. Prices are a bit steep, but it's understandable given that they only serve coffee, tea and small nibbles. Try the coffee cherry tea, it's interesting and hard to find in retail shops. There's plenty of space, and lots of outlets.…
Crema Reviews
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