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Ristretto Roasters

3520 NE 42nd St., Portland, OR - (503) 284-6767
We thought the espresso a perfect balance of caffeinated punch and smooth, chocolaty flavor; the regular coffee had a good kick, too, but wasn't so strong that a second and third cup didn't seem like great ideas.
100% Approval Rating (3 votes)

Scorecard

3 - Overall: Excellent - Worth a Detour
Overall: Excellent - Worth a Detour

Highlighted Reviews

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Michael Stern - Photos (4)
Roadfood.com Editor
"We are not coffee experts, and Portland has more places that roast, brew, and serve it in earnest than we'll ever have time to sample; but of those we have tried, we like Ristretto Roasters best. It is a small storefront with three counter stools, three tables, a ..."   [Read More]

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Map & Web Site

3520 NE 42nd St., Portland, OR
(503) 284-6767

http://www.ristrettoroasters.com

Hours & Policies

Seasons:Open Year Round
Meals Served:Breakfast
Operational Hours:Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Alcohol Served:No
Outdoor Seating:Yes
Reservations Accepted:No
Delivery Available:No
Takeout Counters:Yes
Is it cake? Is it bread? We're not sure, but we do know with certainty that this 'chocolate espresso bread' is delicious, especially so with good coffee. It is rich and moist and probably ought to be eaten with a fork, but we enjoyed it cave-man style, using our fingers.
"Is it cake? Is it bread? We're not sure, but we do know with certainty that this 'chocolate espresso bread' is delicious, especially so with good coffee. It is rich and moist and probably ought to be eaten with a fork, but we enjoyed it cave-man style, using our fingers."
Michael Stern





Here's a quad espresso, waiting to be gulped. Each extra shot costs fifty cents.
"Here's a quad espresso, waiting to be gulped. Each extra shot costs fifty cents."
Michael Stern


The pastry known as 'pound and a half cake,' is at least 50% richer than mere one-pound cakes. It's another fantastic companion for multiple cups of coffee.
"The pastry known as 'pound and a half cake,' is at least 50% richer than mere one-pound cakes. It's another fantastic companion for multiple cups of coffee."
Michael Stern


Portland is every bit as much a bonanza for coffee hounds as is Seattle. This little place is one of its gems.
"Portland is every bit as much a bonanza for coffee hounds as is Seattle. This little place is one of its gems."
Michael Stern



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