Heretic Coffee Co.
5120 SE 28th Ave, Portland, OR
Crema's Take
“Heretic Coffee roasts their own beans and crafts everything from scratch, including house-made syrups, creating an unusually intentional coffee experience that extends beyond the cup into thoughtfully sourced local snacks and matcha preparations. The space strikes that rare sweet spot of being genuinely welcoming and unhurried—lively without being loud—making it equally suited for solo creatives seeking quiet focus or groups settling in for unhurried conversation, all presided over by a community-minded staff that clearly sees their work as something larger than just serving coffee.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
I was finally able to visit in person during a family visit, and it exceeded expectations. The food and coffee: excellent. The space: welcoming, and that perfect blend of lively but not too loud. I bought some awesome local art from the wall display and enjoyed the community.…
This place is amazing! Their coffee tastes good, has excellent artisanry and flavor. Their coffee shop is cute with lovely artwork and decor along the walls. The lobby was full of people at tables smiling and laughing with each other. Different rooms gave a more intimate…
This amazing coffee shop and its wonderful owners and employees are top notch! They stepped up during a time when our government failed us (and continues to do so), and fed their community with grace, compassion, and love. I will always support them as a business and as a global…
This place is just the best. Cute, quiet, and run by the nicest volunteer staff you could imagine. They roast their own beans, make all their own syrups, and source tasty snacks locally. they’ve got delicious vegan options that actually feel creative and satisfying. My oat milk…
I would absolutely come back for their oat milk chai latte, and quiet solo time for drawing or reading. Finding parking was easy in the gravel lot. I came on a weekday around 10:30 am and waited 2-3 minutes to place my order at the counter. The barista was friendly and thanked…
Crema Reviews
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