2 years later and still the best!
I have never been disappointed here. The coffee is always fabulous and the pastries are good. Baristas are great and always friendly. I always come when in Portland. I live in LA and NY and have never found anyplace else with such consistency. And boy have I tried.
2017 back in Portland and still my favorite place for coffee.
Having been there a number of times now I can honestly say I have no complaints. The staff have been friendly & hard working at each visit. Both the indoor & outdoor seating has been clean and the coffee has been deliciously yummy. I've only had food there once but if I wasn't eating healthy I'd order the almond pastry every time.
This is a good place for a good Italian espresso. I love the bright, over extracted espressos that you get at a good third wave shop in Portland. But if you want a robust, full flavored Italian style espresso, there's just D'Arte, and Park Ave. Cafe.
The baristas are very nice, and the facility seems to be a great place to work. When I visited on Sunday there were eight people working on their laptops.
I pulled a star because the Doppio shot I ordered came up a bit short, though the chocolate they served with it was a nice touch. I do wish they included a small glass of sparkling water. That's always a nice touch.
Verdict: It's not a Portland coffee shop. It's an Italian coffee shop. You should try it to see if that's something you enjoy. Personally, I will be back.
The interior is pretty standard coffee house modern, takes and chairs like everywhere else, but the coffee exceeds all expectations. My wife and I choose to drive two hours both to buy Cafe D'Arte coffee in bulk -- their espresso roasted over alderwood is absolutely delicious.
Excellent little coffee shop with friendly staff, good coffee (I can't speak to the espresso creations, I've stuck to the regular coffee, which is good), and a pleasant ambiance. You can even catch sports occasionally on their TVs. Good spot.
Love it! Would over-caffinate here again anytime. Excellent Chai lattes and all the hot drinks seem to come with a chocolate piece. Plus the price is low. Wow.
Possibly some of the best roasted coffee in the city. Their Special Blend is affordable deliciousness.
I really like their Coffee, the roast is amazing. I use Taormina in my Espresso Machine at home.
Great cappuccino, food didn't look appetizing, but the chocolate served on my saucer was great!
Such a pretty and open space, smells amazing, and plays great music. Cant complain.
Good spot to study and they have a cute patio area.
Friendly staff, dark roasted, delicious coffee, and amazing pastries.
Like the idea, that they work on their coffee art work. Nice elephant.
Great coffer. One of the best patios in Portland.
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