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The 10 Best Coffee Roasters in Portland (2026)
Portland’s coffee scene is famously active, with small roasters and brew-focused shops scattered across neighborhoods. This list ranks the 10 best local coffee roasters and roastery-adjacent shops in Portland using Google review data; we weight scores by review count (a Bayesian approach) to balance perfect ratings from a few reviews against high-volume favorites. The list was updated in 2026 with current Google ratings. Our aim is to guide Portlanders and visitors toward consistently top-rated roasters and coffee shops without relying on hearsay—just the star ratings and review volume that customers leave online.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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PDX Coffee Club
PDX Coffee Club takes the top spot because it has a perfect 5.0 Google rating combined with substantial review volume—243 reviews—giving it the highest Bayesian-weighted score. Google lists it as a ‘Coffee shop’ at 306 SW 1st Ave in downtown Portland. That combination of a flawless average and a large number of reviews puts it ahead of other highly rated entries with fewer votes.
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Cunningham Coffee Roasters
Cunningham Coffee Roasters is listed as a ‘Coffee roastery’ on SE Hawthorne Blvd and carries a 5.0 rating from 48 Google reviews.
48 reviews
BEST Coffee
BEST Coffee appears as a ‘Coffee shop’ at 827 SW 2nd Ave, downtown, and has a 5.0 rating based on 38 reviews.
38 reviews
Heretic Coffee Co.
Heretic Coffee Co. is listed as a ‘Coffee shop’ on SE 28th Ave in southeast Portland and holds a 4.9 Google rating backed by 624 reviews.
624 reviews
Drip Drop Coffee
Drip Drop Coffee, a ‘Coffee shop’ on SW 4th Ave in the downtown area, posts a 4.9 score from 364 Google reviewers.
364 reviews
Mudd Works Roastery
Mudd Works Roastery shows a 4.9 Google rating from 312 reviews and is located on NE Glisan St in northeast Portland.
312 reviews
No Preference Coffee
No Preference Coffee is listed as a ‘Coffee shop’ on E Burnside St and has a 4.9 rating based on 305 Google reviews.
305 reviews
Slow Haste Coffee
Slow Haste Coffee records a 4.9 rating from 166 reviewers and is situated on NE Glisan St in northeast Portland.
166 reviews
Coava Coffee Roasters | Public Brew Bar & Roastery
Coava Coffee Roasters | Public Brew Bar & Roastery is listed as a ‘Coffee roastery’ at 1015 SE Main St and has a 4.9 rating from 117 Google reviews.
117 reviews
Sterling Coffee Roasters
Sterling Coffee Roasters holds a 4.8 Google rating with 825 reviews and is located on NW 21st Ave in northwest Portland.
825 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose a coffee roaster in Portland?
Look at consistent review ratings, the number of customer reviews, and the business category (roastery vs. coffee shop) to match your needs. Also consider location and whether the roaster sells beans retail, offers tours, or operates a public brew bar if those services matter to you.
What can I expect to pay for roasted coffee beans locally?
Local roasters charge a range of prices depending on bean origin, roast level, and packaging size. Expect higher-quality single-origin or small-batch lots to cost more than standard blends, and check roast dates to assess freshness value.
What should I check before buying from or contracting a roaster?
Confirm roast dates, packaging and storage practices, and whether they provide traceability or tasting notes you find useful. If buying in bulk or for a business, ask about minimum orders, delivery options, and sample policies before committing.
How is this ‘best’ list compiled and updated?
This ranking uses Google review data and applies a Bayesian-style weighting that balances average rating with review count so highly rated small listings don’t automatically outrank well-reviewed popular spots. The list was updated in 2026 with current Google ratings.