Carnelian Coffee

Veg Options Cafe, Vegan Pastry, Sandwich

Very vegan-friendly chevron_right

★ 4 · $$ · Hours

Coffee/TeaBreakfastBrunchWork/StudyQuick Bites

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating wifi Wifi

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan breakfast sandwich with Beyond Meat patty and Tofutti" "Try the vegan breakfast sandwich with Beyond Meat patty and Tofutti"
"Enjoy outdoor seating and the unique rock-themed decor"
"Cold brew is a standout beverage to sample"
"Expect a variety of vegan pastries sourced from local bakers like Shoofly"
"Oat milk may separate in cold drinks, so consider other milk options if preferred"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  breakfast sandwich, pastry, pour over coffee breakfast sandwich — popular (×6)
pastry — popular (×3)
pour over coffee — fan-favourite
filter coffee — fan-favourite
pandan tea — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, cozy atmosphere friendly staff ×4
many vegan options ×2
cozy atmosphere ×2
beautiful interior ×3
good value
 

Carnelian Coffee is a neighborhood cafe in SE Portland known for strong coffee, especially pour over and cold brew, and a cozy atmosphere with unique geology-themed decor. It offers a good variety of vegan pastries and breakfast sandwiches sourced from local businesses, catering well to plant-based diets within a casual and welcoming setting. While most reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, some note occasional negative encounters with specific individuals, making the vibe potentially uneven for some visitors.

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schedule

Hours

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Sunday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Monday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Tuesday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Wednesday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Thursday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Friday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Saturday 7:00 am-3:00 pm

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7950 SE Foster Rd
Portland
OR 97206

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Spinach Rating

star 4.0

out of 5

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External ratings

star 4.7 (379 reviews)

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star 4 (5 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Very vegan-friendly

Vegan Options

many

Menu Clarity

clear labeling

Staff Knowledge

Knowledgeable

Warnings info

No warnings

Carnelian Coffee

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Vegan Friendliness

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