Refuge Coffee House
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Refuge Coffee House

9217 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR

★★★★★4.8(330 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Refuge Coffee House strikes that rare balance between a serious espresso destination and a genuinely welcoming gathering space, where you're equally comfortable lingering over a perfectly crafted traditional drink or spreading out your laptop for hours. The spacious, airy atmosphere paired with thoughtful touches like smooth jazz and a staff that goes out of their way to nail your order creates a cozy refuge that feels more like a friend's living room than a typical café—especially with their fresh, flaky croissants and creative dairy-free options on hand. Whether you're starting a coffee shop crawl, meeting friends, or settling in for focused work, this Portland gem delivers consistently excellent coffee without any pretension.

What to expect

Slow sitLaptop friendlyPastriesTraditional drinksQuick grabMeetingsEspresso focused

Google Reviews

Lisa Peters
★★★★★6 months ago

My sister and I purchased a blank "Coffee Log Book" and are on a mission to try new-to-us coffee shops all around Portland. This was our first stop, and it was delightful! We had delicious drip coffee (Ethiopian blend, I believe) and a few pastries. Super friendly, inviting place. Definitely felt welcoming to all. Thank you, Refuge Coffee!

Pavel Kalinin
★★★★★10 months ago

Absolutely love this place! The coffee is top-notch, and their croissants are fresh, flaky, and delicious. I especially appreciated how the barista went out of their way to make me an authentic traditional macchiato. It was perfect and exactly how it should be. The customer service is outstanding, warm, and genuine. If you're someone who appreciates a rich espresso flavor and great service, this spot is a must-visit. Highly recommend!

Melissa Burns Mugisha
★★★★★a year ago

The staff were warm and welcoming, and their recommendation was spot on. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, with smooth jazz playing softly in the background. My drink was delicious, and I appreciated the comfortable seating. The space felt bright and pleasant, thanks to large windows that let in plenty of natural light, complemented by thoughtful indoor lighting.

Abbie Lu
★★★★2 years ago

This was a great coffee shop. Very spacious and airy and lots of room to relax, or study, or hang out with friends etc. The coffee was also very good. They have several sugar free and diary free options which I always very much appreciate. They have outdoor seating as well. I enjoyed the space and the coffee.

LT
★★★★★3 years ago

A very quiet open space coffee shop to get work done and have business meetings. I went there with two of my friends to do some work. The place was so nice. My friend had there coffee with whip cream and she absolutely loved it. Good price. Amazing customer service Coffee shops in Portland usually closes early but this store is open till 5 which was a plus for me. Definitely coming back.

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