Café UNITED — Restaurant in Portland

Up until today, I would grab a coffee or a breakfast burrito at Floyd's once every two weeks or so. They're always busy around 9:00 a.m. when I am there. Invariably, there are one or two patrons who grab the wrong drink when it is placed on the counter and there isn't a process in place to prevent this from happening. While the responsibility for paying attention and grabbing your own drink is mostly the responsibility of the patron, the baristas don't seem to care one way or the other. Today, I ordered a breakfast burrito and waited for about 20 minutes. I watched every patron who ordered before me, and some after, get their orders or someone else's, before inquiring about my order. I had been standing in view near the counter while waiting. When I asked, the response I received was unpleasant. I must have put the person out. They grabbed another burrito from the fridge, tossed it in the microwave, and went back to what they were doing without a glance, an apology, or a smile. When it was cooked, I took my burrito and left. I...

This is the most unfriendly coffee shop I've been to. I have been here 4 times because it is close to the location of my early morning appointments. Each time it was empty when I entered, which I thought was odd since Starbucks on the next corner was so crowded I couldn't get in, and the coffee shop two blocks away was relatively busy. The first three times I was there I did not feel especially welcome, in fact I got the impression I was interrupting whatever it was the young man was doing before I walked in, but what the hell, I wasn't there to socialize with the staff, I was just there to have a morning drink and write while waiting for my appointment. However, the fourth time I was there, the young man repeated my order (iced matcha tea and a pastry), and in a minute handed me hot matcha. When I reminded him I had asked for it iced, instead of just saying "oh sorry, I misunderstood you," he said "You didn't make that clear." I don't know how much clearer I could have been. I walked out. Without my order. ...

Long standing favorite at their east side location. This spot holds up to it's siblings awesome reputation.

This one is a lot bigger with many more spaces to sit, relax or work. The location is prime and tucked quietly into the middle of the block with a patio in the summer months. They have great grounds, decent tea, and solid snacks. The food menu looks delicious and I am excited to try it more.

The baristas are all super friendly and know the regulars well. A lot of them have worked here for years. They are efficient yet can chat and do their job. It's nice when having a conversation doesn't mean holding up the entire line. The line space here is small but it moves fast.

A great work from home spot every now and again. There is power around some tables when you need it and the wifi is generally dependable.

This place is nothing snooty or fancy, it's good people, good coffee and a great space. Come enjoy the tunes or just grab something on your...