Kalesa Coffee
722 N Page St, Portland, OR
Crema's Take
“Tucked into a charming old building in North Portland, Kalesa Coffee infuses Southeast Asian flavors into both their expertly pulled espresso drinks and an impressive lineup of house-made pastries that reviewers rave about. The Filipino-owned café strikes a rare balance between serious coffee craftsmanship—think perfectly balanced cappuccinos and creative signature drinks—and genuine hospitality, with staff who go out of their way to accommodate dietary needs and make you feel welcomed. It's the kind of cozy, quiet spot where you can linger with a laptop, grab a pastry, and find reliable parking without the fuss of typical Portland café chaos.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
Cute and teeny coffee shop with REALLY good pastries! I got a cappuccino and while I wouldn’t say it is a traditional Capp with foam, it is a perfect cup of espresso and is delicately balanced.
Great vibes and an excellent latte. This Portland coffee shop has a unique menu inspired by Southeast Asian flavors, which really sets it apart from the usual cafés. The staff is next-level friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere makes it an easy go-to spot for quality coffee…
Quality | Cute shop What a cute little coffee spot in a beautiful old building. Parking was not hard to find. It’s in a good quiet location too. I’m all for supporting Filipino businesses :) Apart from a beautiful aesthetic with lots of light coming in, I love their menu. It’s…
Small spot for coffee to shine. The coffee and variety of baked good is great. The staff is always friendly and will make accommodations to dietary or other needs. I have mostly stayed on the classic coffee drinks but had friends with me who had other items loved it as having…
Tucked away in the Gotham building Kalesa Coffee is a fun, vibrant, and cozy cafe serving up some of the most creatively delicious coffee you’ll find in North Portland. They also serve a variety of pastries from local bakeries or artisan confectioners that make for a perfect…
Crema Reviews
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