Speedboat Coffee is a fantastic coffee shop for many reasons. Recently it came under new ownership with Don and Carissa and they switched over to the popular Stumptown Coffee. They still have the popular Mighty Leaf Tea and the great ambiance. The exterior is unassuming but inside it is lush with cumfy chairs, electric fireplace, … Read more
Coffee Girl is one of the most unique coffee houses in the world. It is located on the Columbia River in the West’s oldest cannery building. Coffee Girl features friendly service, high quality espresso, pastries, breakfast, and lunch. For all of the coffee shops I have visited and spotlighted this is the first that has … Read more
I came across Liner and Elsen Wine Merchants on Twitter. I had no idea what I was missing. In business for 20 years they moved to a larger location three years ago. Now at 3000 square feet they carry 2000 labels and a lot of respect. They have been nationally recognized for their expert selection, … Read more
A friend of mine mentioned that he had his first cup of wood roasted coffee, something I hadn’t heard of before. So I looked for around and found Caffe Pacori. At Caffé Pacori we roast our coffee daily in small batches ensuring you the freshest and most flavorful coffee you can find. We carefully select … Read more
Today is the launch of the 2011 edition of the Portland Happy Hour Guidebook and tomorrow is the release party at Amalfi’s from 5pm to 9pm. You can purchase the book at the release party for $10 instead of the normal $15. You will also be able to find the book at Powell’s. If you … Read more
First I want to say I love the logo. Heart Coffee Roasting could have easily went with a heart symbol but they didn’t, this feels like you would get good solid coffee. They just celebrated it’s first year in business. Heart opened its doors on October 20th, 2009. We are a young micro roasting company. … Read more
Launched just over three years ago the popular Insomnia Coffee Company has opened a second location in Tanasbourne. How popular? Clients actually had their wedding in their Baseline location. Insomnia Coffee has built a popular business on word of mouth, and with a plethora of coffee shops out there you have to stand out. I was first … Read more
There is nothing better than watching a sporting event with like-minded fans. Well I guess if the others are rooting for your rivals and your team is whipping them, that’s pretty sweet. Here are few bars in the Portland area with allegiance to one football team. Thanks to the Facebook fans that helped me … Read more
Old Market Pub wins for best website name I have seen in a while, DrinkBeerHere.com. This bar is huge, just like their list of Handcrafted Ales. This place is a case of being on a street that you travel to get somewhere else. I have driven by for years but never stopped but whenever I … Read more
Hall of Records at 3342 SE Belmont St. is a new record store and bar that pours only local drafts! Every Tuesday is Pint Nite! where all drafts are $3 from 7PM – 12AM. DJ starts at 8PM. This reminds me of Guapo Comics and Coffee where people with two different passions form a great … Read more