One of Portland's old institutions, this is a great place for community, good coffee and... a hidden secret! We've been coming here since the 90's. It hasn't changed much... a very hippy vibe, lots of bike parking, a comfortable space, very good coffee and some awesome and unique rotating pastries. I love the marionberry coffee cake, but today, I tried the thoroughly unique Savory Pesto Muffin. You read that right... savory... pesto... MUFFIN. And..., it was great! OK on to the secret... They have this tiny alley to the left of the shop with tables, lots of greenery AND a window for ordering and pickup (see my picture). This is such a wonderful addition.
Michael M.
Been here before and was disappointed last time I went. I ordered an Americano. Poured in heavy cream and put the cover on. Got in my car and drove off it tasted a little off. Took off the cover, the cream was all curdled! Gross. Drove to the nearest Starbucks. Too bad. I like the pastries here but yuck on curdled cream.
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A bit busy sometimes but thats just because of how nice this place is.
Savannah McKenzie
The best neighborhood coffee shop! Everyone there is so kind and accommodating. Great coffee, too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kat Sklar
Impeccable 90s vibe (complimentary) and incredible service. They cheerfully set aside cinnamon rolls for me when I called ahead. I tried a latte with cardamom and while I don’t think I’d order it again, I did finish it and I look forward to trying other beverages. The cinnamon roll is the best I’ve had in the Richmond/Tabor area. Maybe not the spot to bring your coffee elitist friend, but a perfect place to bring your journal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Surabhi Murthy
We got amazing coffee & cookies/pastries from this place. Would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Chase
This was my first time here. My chai latte was just right. They have three types of chai so you can get just the spiciness you want. I also had a toasted plain bagel with cream cheese which was very good. There are lots of comfortable chairs to choose from. They also have outdoor seating but the weather wasn't quite warm enough so I relaxed inside. If I'm ever in the area again, I'll be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel
Helen Barber
The mocha was so smooth and sweet chai was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
brent foster
Great coffee shop, food and crew! Their panini sandwiches are fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Taryn Alexandros
We order two lattes with alternative milks. They were delicious. The place is funk and entertaining. A great spot to read or work on your computer. A+
Rude young lady rushing me "Are you going to buy something?" Me "Give me time to think" I was going to buy pastry but decided not to. I'm Indigenous to this land. Some coffee shops are very rude to Indigenous people. Some are very cool to me.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Larry Moiola
I haven't been to Common Grounds in years. It's the first coffeehouse I visited when I moved to Portland in 2002. I like that there are tables, comfy chairs, and window seating. I got a latte yesterday but looks like a great selection of pastries as well as breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu items. There aren't many coffee places open after 5pm or 6pm anymore. I will certainly be coming down from NE/Alberta for daytime and evening coffee & food.I also remember going to a few plays in Back Door Theater (behind the coffeehouse), put on by Defunkt Theatre Co when I was taking theater classes at PSU. I'm bummed to hear they've been on hiatus since the pandemic. :(
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jan R
Great coffee/tea and wonderful people!Check out the labeled condiments ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Metz
Perfect cafe to meet a friend or be creative or productive solo. Baked treats and coffee are excellent.Parking: Plenty of street parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abbie Lu
Good coffee, good environment, super friendly staff. I really enjoyed this place. I have missed it for years somehow, but it was nice to find a coffee shop with decent coffee open late. It is a very Portland aesthetic. I recommend them.Vegetarian options: OptionsDietary restrictions: Dairy and sugar free optionsParking: Sometimes difficultKid-friendliness: YesWheelchair accessibility: Yes
One of Portland's old institutions, this is a great place for community, good coffee and... a hidden secret! We've been coming here since the 90's. It hasn't changed much... a very hippy vibe, lots of bike parking, a comfortable space, very good coffee and some awesome and unique rotating pastries. I love the marionberry coffee cake, but today, I tried the thoroughly unique Savory Pesto Muffin. You read that right... savory... pesto... MUFFIN. And..., it was great! OK on to the secret... They have this tiny alley to the left of the shop with tables, lots of greenery AND a window for ordering and pickup (see my picture). This is such a wonderful addition.
Been here before and was disappointed last time I went. I ordered an Americano. Poured in heavy cream and put the cover on. Got in my car and drove off it tasted a little off. Took off the cover, the cream was all curdled! Gross. Drove to the nearest Starbucks. Too bad. I like the pastries here but yuck on curdled cream.
A bit busy sometimes but thats just because of how nice this place is.
The best neighborhood coffee shop! Everyone there is so kind and accommodating. Great coffee, too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Impeccable 90s vibe (complimentary) and incredible service. They cheerfully set aside cinnamon rolls for me when I called ahead. I tried a latte with cardamom and while I don’t think I’d order it again, I did finish it and I look forward to trying other beverages. The cinnamon roll is the best I’ve had in the Richmond/Tabor area. Maybe not the spot to bring your coffee elitist friend, but a perfect place to bring your journal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We got amazing coffee & cookies/pastries from this place. Would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was my first time here. My chai latte was just right. They have three types of chai so you can get just the spiciness you want. I also had a toasted plain bagel with cream cheese which was very good. There are lots of comfortable chairs to choose from. They also have outdoor seating but the weather wasn't quite warm enough so I relaxed inside. If I'm ever in the area again, I'll be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel
The mocha was so smooth and sweet chai was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee shop, food and crew! Their panini sandwiches are fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We order two lattes with alternative milks. They were delicious. The place is funk and entertaining. A great spot to read or work on your computer. A+
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Rude young lady rushing me "Are you going to buy something?" Me "Give me time to think" I was going to buy pastry but decided not to. I'm Indigenous to this land. Some coffee shops are very rude to Indigenous people. Some are very cool to me.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I haven't been to Common Grounds in years. It's the first coffeehouse I visited when I moved to Portland in 2002. I like that there are tables, comfy chairs, and window seating. I got a latte yesterday but looks like a great selection of pastries as well as breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu items. There aren't many coffee places open after 5pm or 6pm anymore. I will certainly be coming down from NE/Alberta for daytime and evening coffee & food.I also remember going to a few plays in Back Door Theater (behind the coffeehouse), put on by Defunkt Theatre Co when I was taking theater classes at PSU. I'm bummed to hear they've been on hiatus since the pandemic. :(
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee/tea and wonderful people!Check out the labeled condiments ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect cafe to meet a friend or be creative or productive solo. Baked treats and coffee are excellent.Parking: Plenty of street parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good coffee, good environment, super friendly staff. I really enjoyed this place. I have missed it for years somehow, but it was nice to find a coffee shop with decent coffee open late. It is a very Portland aesthetic. I recommend them.Vegetarian options: OptionsDietary restrictions: Dairy and sugar free optionsParking: Sometimes difficultKid-friendliness: YesWheelchair accessibility: Yes
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5