Nuvrei

Visited Nuvrei today for the first time with a friend and it exceeded expectations. It has a almost hole in the wall appearance from the outside but once you enter you’re greeted with a cozy vibe. The design is very attractive and all the pastries are laid out in front of you. There is not much seating which is the only downside. I loved all the different options for croissants and baked goods. The drink options were fairly unique as well. We tried the regular croissant, rose croissant, and the pistachio croissant all of which were fantastic. Very flaky, light, and fresh. The drinks were great as well. I had the mocha which tasted great. Pricing is certainly on the higher end and standard for Portland. Overall, highly recommend this place. It may be more of a takeout spot as it isn’t a large establishment and seating is limited.

Pleasantly surprised to see such an artistic yet yummy patisserie in Portland. From the presentation to the actual pastry, it’s clear that the bakers here are passionate about their work. The almond chocolate croissant was one of the best I’ve tried!! although it looks quite decadent, it wasn’t as sweet as I thought it would be. My only mini qualm is that there is not much seating :(

Very aesthetic place. Pastries laid out very nicely on display. I got the pistachio rose croissant recommended by the staff. It was really good and unique. Got drip coffee with splash of crème/milk and it was pretty good. The staff were…different. Sounded monotone and fake initially but by the end of my encounter they were friendly. I think that’s just the vibe of the place. I saw some reviews of people that had a somewhat similar experience. Overall would try one of their unique flavors at least once if you’re craving a good fancy pastry for breakfast/brunch.

Nuvrei was such a cool little bakery with a great selection of pastries to choose from. Their macaroon's looked so delicious and there were so many flavors. I ended up going with the chewy cashew cookie which is amazing. Alongside that, I got a latte which was beautifully made. The service friendly and easy, the person working was doing a great job making good coffee and being a friendly energy. I highly recommend a stop at Nuvrei!

Promising bakery with great service at 7:30am. Some pastries were delicious (ham & cheese croissant and walnut chocolate cookie), one good (mulberry danish), and the last disappointing (everything croissant). The danish and everything croissant were both let down by their overly dense and soft inside, as if they were a day old. The chai latte was very good but the regular latte was more bitter like an espresso rather than mild. I would come back to try their other pastries.

Rose croissant was a bit too sweet, cappuccino was okay 👍🏻 very tight inside with only two 2 people tables . Espresso tastes sour and bitter, definitely not going to order that here again however desserts are better.

Such perfectly crafted croissants with a wide variety of sweet and savory flavors! We tried the rose, pistachio rose and chocolate croissants. The rose flavor is spot on - not too strong and pairs perfectly with the pistachio. Not surprisingly it’s their best seller too. Also try their latte if you like it a little espresso-ey - it was strong! Definitely an underrated coffee spot in PDX!

This place is a hidden gem!! Went on a search for fresh almond croissant on a Sunday morning and found it. I guess the kitchen/bakery section is the lower ground level and the ground level is the cafe and sitting area. It is a tiny place and clean one too! Had chocolate almond croissant as they were out of almond croissant. Yummy! Could not resist seeing the MAC bar and got a couple macaroons. Recommended this place when you are strolling downtown PDX on a weekend. Ambience - 5/5 Coffee - 4.5/5 Croissants - 5/5

WHEN: Fri @1pm The last time I came here was 5 years ago, so I'm happy to swing by before heading to a cafe to work out of! I wanted to try something new this time, which is why I got: PISTACHIO ROSE CROISSANT - $6 This is an almond croissant with pistachios and rose flavoring added to it, and boy was it a delightful pastry! I really enjoyed it through and through! It didn't taste like it was a twice baked croissant though, so it was soft and flakey. Last time I got here I got the ROSE CROISSANT ($6) and a SCONE, which both were super yummy. Even the staff mentioned that everything that wasn't a croissant there was under rated, and I knew what she meant immediately! Thank you Nuvrei for the hospitality, I really enjoy your pastries!

I didn't want to have a pastry & coffee break onsite at Powell's Books cafe or the nearby Starbucks. So thankfully, the Yelp app guided me to Nuvrei in the Pearl District, a short walk a few blocks away (9/3/24). I was warmly greeted upon entering. I was immediately dazzled by the amazing assortment of pastries and macarons. I decided to have a pain au chocolat and a 16oz mocha onsite. There's limited seating, but worked out fine for me and three others. Both items hit the spot during my 30 minute visit. Other info to pass on is that acceptable payment are debit/credit cards only. Valhrona chocolate is used with their baked goods. That's a plus for me! Owner worked with François Payard in NYC and is a native Portlander. Been in business fot two decades, clearly I've been under a rock! Definitely late to this party, nice spontaneous find!

OM NOM NOM NOM NOM pistachio croissant was like a giant slab of baklava. Get a box to go, go back to your house, put on loud music, go into a dark room, and do the needful thing while no one can see or hear your decadence.

A very small bakery with limited seating and not super easy to find, Nuvrei offers some incredible and unique pastry offerings. Most notably in their unique croissant choices, like none I've ever seen elsewhere. The macaroons are delectable as well. The rose croissant and the everything croissant are incredible. I need to try them all but expect to be pleased.

Cafe entrance is indoors, sharing the exterior entrance with a flower shop. They have a case with rows of colorful macarons, as well as a case of various pastries. Inside is very sleek, minimalistic, and clean. Staff was friendly and patient as we selected our pastries. Ordered the blueberry danish, chocolate walnut cookie, and a croissant. There is very little seating - two sets of bar height tables facing the wall, and two low tables, totaling 8 seats. Not very conducive for a stay and chat coffee shop. Meets the requirements as a stylish coffee shop in downtown, but not a great value for the pastries and drinks. The minimalism felt more stark and empty than welcoming and warm. Shared bathroom which requires a code.

Thank goodness! A stylish, tasty, and friendly new bakery has arrived in the Pearl! Nuvrei's low-key presence along a block of historic buildings is a perfect location to house the stylish bakery inside. From the streetscape, dimly-lit interiors with tinted windows hold the mystery of French baked goods inside - so step on through the glass doors - and make your way up the staircase into the boulangerie. The space is cute, small, and well-lit. The baked goods are highlighted by good lighting and high quality finished throughout the space, with well-planned lines and queueing that help people move through the spaced in an organized way. The team of workers are conversational, fun, and they'll help make your experience lovely. Indoor seating is limited, so I'd recommend packing a takeaway box and walking to a nearby park to enjoy your moment with treats. I'd highly recommend the rose croissant or the lemon poppyseed scone. The prices are nice, especially considering how several other boulangeries in NW charge more than $5 per item. Great work, Nuvrei! You'll soon be a local staple in the Pearl.

I need more cookies like this in my life! The bakery was a little hard to find- then to figure out how to get in, but once that was figured out I was home. Very pleasant employee served me- wish I knew her name!

Cute, local coffee shop in Portland! Stopped by on a weekend morning with some friends for a caffeine boost and small bites, and came across their beautiful Rose Crossaint. I wasn't sure what to expect, but the subtle floral flavor definitely pulled through. I would've liked it if it was a bit lighter on the sugar shell on top (but I guess that's where the rose flavor comes from), but overall I'd recommend checking Nuvrei out!

Pearl is restored with this zen. Something so wonderful about seeing foam art afloat upon my cappuccino. The walk up the 6 stairs render another touch from Normandy, so feels like I was back in Caen. Just have to say that i keep wanting to live in Portland if i wasn't already in Ocean Beach Pt Loma California. Is this ENOUGH to post yet?

Rose croissants. Mic drop. That's all you need to know to put Nuvrei on your "must try" list. Buttery, crisp, a slight essence of rose with a light rose colored interior, they are divine! Finding Nuvrei, especially if you don't live or work in this hood, is challenging. On the corner of NW Everett & 9th, the bakery is not well marked. Their name is etched in the window but the window is not street level so I walked past multiple times. Determined, I called to ask specifically where they were located and was told to look for the Old Town Florist sign, walk into the building and up the stairs, door to Nuvrei is on the left. To all those reading this review, you are welcome! Brightly colored macaroons, a variety of croissants, muffins, bagels and cookies are available plus a full coffee bar. They don't make the rose or rose and pistachios croissant every day, it's up to the bakers who work on the floor below. Best chances are weekends before 11am. Inside is white and bright with a modern aesthetic. A few tables and chairs for those wanting to enjoy their coffee and pastry there. Best seats along the window for people watching.

Always a solid place for croissants. They have some new chairs and tables - quite cozy in their small space but comfy!

Great coffee shop with a nice atmosphere! Although it's a small shop with limited seating, the service is excellent. This Romanian-owned business offers a variety of incredible pastries, and they are particularly known for their delicious croissants.

We missed the location initially until we called for directions. They're located right next to the florist. I got the ham & swiss croissant, which smelled amazing but was so overly salty. My husband got the blueberry scone, which he seemed to really enjoy because he never offered me a bite. :)

Ordered: -Rose croissant -Plain croissant -Macaron box -Iced hot chocolate Pro: -Good bite to the croissant! It wasn't overly buttery or heavy and was a perfect, light breakfast. -Macarons were a good balance of crunchy and chewy!! -Rose croissant is slightly fragrant and not overpoweringly rose flavored -Iced hot chocolate was refreshing and not overly sweet. The employee was very helpful and altered my drink order from a hot chocolate to an iced hot chocolate Con: -Macarons were slightly dry/stale -Plain croissant was also slightly dry -Just a warning the rose croissant is pretty sweet!!

Came by at 220 today, the door was wide open and had someone sitting by the window drinking coffee. The girl/barista was washing the coffee maker and said they were closed. I responded "but it's not 3pm yet" she was quick to say "we closed early today, sorry" I'm sure she was closed because she was already cleaning up for the day. I could see that 10-15 minutes before closing, but 40 minutes!? Really?? At least lock the door! We wanted to test this place out to come back for breakfast, but that won't be happening. Good luck and best wishes on the customer service moving forward. X

Really good croissants and coffee. The place is a little hard to find. We crossed by it twice and still couldn't see it. They should put up a bigger sign outside. The place is small -- just 2 or 3 small tables and some bar seating. But I would happily pick up again!

I arrive when they open on a Thursday morning as I wanted to have them as my breakfast for a train ride to Seattle. I was happy to see that there weren't any other customers so I could get in and out quickly. I didn't see a croissant flavor that excited me so I went with the blueberry danish and to cannele. Unfortunately both were underwhelming. The pastry for the blueberry danish had a nice flakiness to it however the blueberry cream center lack of pop of flavor. I wasn't getting sweetness, or blueberry flavor it was very very subtle. I've had a canna lay one other time from a French pastry shop in Northern California so those set the bar for what I was expecting. These did not have the right level of crème brûlée type crunch on the outside and creaminess on the inside. They were a bit too chewy. Overall, they were good but not so much that I would highly recommend or return if I were in the area again.

This is definitely one of the best coffee shop in Metro Portland. Supreme quality pastries, outstanding coffee. The barista was very friendly and knowledgeable.

My wife and I had the best experience at Nuvrei Bakery. We are in Portland for the first time and just arrived yesterday. We stopped at Nuvrei because of their beautiful pastry case. The young ladies that worked there couldn't be more helpful and more delightful. Both girls, Makiah and Jordyn, gave great recommendations on all the delicious bakery options and were very passionate about their homemade products. They also suggested places to visit in Portland that we were completely unfamiliar with. Finally, best chocolate almond croissant I've ever had. Great place to visit if you're in Portland.

The traditional croissant was a clear favorite of the several things we tried, with the lemon poppy scone a close second. Prices were steep for some things ($7 for a 12 oz. matcha tea latte with oat milk and $2.85 per macaron). But I'd be back for the traditional croissant

Wow! What a gem! My husband and I stopped in this morning and we're delighted to try the coffee and pastries. My dirty chai was phenomenal and the flourless chocolate walnut cookie was one of the best things I've ever had!!! My husband just had a double espresso & he said it wasn't his favorite (and the man loves espresso). All in all, I'd recommend you stop in for a treat.

Got a ice late and ice mocha. Coffee is below average, nothing special here. Basing my review only on the coffee and not the pastries since I didn't get a chance to try it.

The selection of delicious treats were amazing, and hard to choose from because I wanted to try EVERYTHING!! Flavor combinations you don't see, at least not where I'm from ha... I wish I had gotten the name of the lady who was working, she was so kind and had wonderful recommendations (thank goodness because I wasn't sure how to choose from all the sweet treats) she didn't make me feel rushed or uninterested in conversation. She really did make the transaction a memorable one. As well as the other patrons waiting in line while my 3yr old daughter and I were perusing the selection. Thanks to her, we now have a delectable bag of snacks for our long drive home. Thank you so much for all the goodies, and a lovely interaction. We will be returning the next time we visit Portland!

Decent croissants and interesting options of coffee. There are variety of croissants you can choose but I wish they warm them up before serving. I tried the rose and chocolate croissants. Not bad but not amazing. I ordered golden milk latte for a drink and it was interesting. It has a very strong taste of turmeric and ginger. It was good for a cold weather here but toward the end I thing the flavor is too strong.

Yum! The pastries here are soooo good. I had an almond croissant that was light, crispy, filled with almond paste and flecked with almonds. One of the best I've ever had. Had an americano to go with that was just a great cup of coffee: creamy, stout and delicious. Excellent customer service as well. I'll be back!

Coffee is absolutely delicious. The rose croissant was fantastic, if I would've have known I would've bought 2. Almond croissant was delicious too. Got this there was this crazy cookie (Chewy Walnut cookie), had to buy it. Everything was fresh & lovely. Only thing I suggest is they put an outward facing shingle like the other cafes because we walked past it twice. It only has light letters on the window & the setup looked more like an office bldg. when your map says "you are here" look at the glass, up a few stairs to the left.

First stop of my return to Portland and started here because it was walking distance from our hotel. I'd say it's a pretty quick grab and go spot. There was a line because of covid but even without covid there wouldn't be much space in the storefront so even when the majority are vaccinated, plan to just stop by but not actually stay unless they somehow fit outdoor sitting right outside of it. I got a matcha latte and a cannele. I've always been a fan of both so was really looking forward to them. The pastry was as expected and for those curious about it, it's go a kind of gooey inside that reminds me a bit of the coconut macarons with that flavor but a chewy spongey texture. Kind of an acquired taste but I've always enjoyed them at cafes! The matcha latte wasn't anything special but it was good enough for the morning. Might stop by for a different pastry next time I'm in the area if another cafe isn't competing near by haha

I stopped by here based on the review of the pistachio rose croissant and glad I did because I absolutely loved it!! It's flaky and buttery and the pistachio filling has the perfect amount of sweetness. I also picked up a rose croissant and a canale. I didn't care for the canale, it was really dense and not really tasty. The rose croissant was good, with a hint of rose, but I really liked the pistachio one more! Nuvrei is a bit tricky to find. You have to enter the patisserie from a set of steps that take you up a level to their entrance.

The ambiance is nice at here. People coming and coming but still pretty relaxed. The coffee was decent here and the few pastries we had were very solid. The everything bagel seasoned croissant was nice and flakey. I would come back here.

It was just okay. Service: okay, they were having a rough day, but they got everyone out. Not sure if people were mean to them but these workers tried Food: ham and cheese croissants way to salty and to much everything but the bagel seasoning The place is hard to find and it's very small, you can't sit down, if you're a student come early in the morning when they open.

Love the pastries here, always a good choice. The bagels, when they have them, are really good: pretzel-like dough, not hard like a boiled bagel. Service is always polite and prompt. It's a cute shop with a couple of seats by the front window. Plan to get your order to go.

Was searching for a traditional ham and cheese croissant, which means that both the ham and cheese should be rolled with the croissant, and baked to a golden flakiness. Found Nuvrei. Cute looking place in downtown Portland. Looked promising. I'm not sure what is going on in Portland with regards to a traditional ham and gruyere cheese croissant. It seems like baking a traditional croissant with the ham and cheese inside is a mystery to Baker's throughout Portland. Instead, the majority seem to slice them open and add the ham and cheese as an afterthought, or worse, which I've experienced today at Nuvrei, is that they added mustard for some strange reason. Baffles the mind! I specifically called ahead to see if they baked the ham and cheese inside the croissants, and was told a resounding yes, but when I got there, the very nice girl at the counter told me that they no longer do it that way, and the chefs feel this way is better. When I asked if I could question the chef about this, I was told that they never come up to interact with the customer. Also weird. I also ordered a chocolate croissant, and came home to discover that the chocolate was almost nonexistent (see picture for details). The cappuccino was decent, though a little more bitter than I prefer. Sadly, I probably won't be returning to this place. Will continue my search. It's almost like I'm Sir Gwain, looking for the holy Grail. It's a shame that Portland does not understand how to make such a simple, traditional item, and instead puts a spin on redesigning something wonderful into something that is just meh. It's like getting rid of Pandora or Spotify and going back to 8-Track.

I had been craving an almond croissant for a few days before i got into Portland. I decided to check out nuvrei for breakfast, my first morning in town. The shop is very small with limit seating. All the pastries looked beautiful, but i left unsatisfied. Almond croissants are usually day-old butter croissants filled with frangipane. Unfortunately, these almond croissants tasted like 2 halves of over toasted croissants without the frangipane and a bit of powdered sugar on top. Also had a bitter cappuccino. Although the service was friendly, I would not return. Similar to one of my local bakeries, they have beautiful pastries that disappoint when tasted.

Everything we've gotten here has been so good. Love the rose croissant, chocolate croissant, and all of the savory options. salmon pretzel which was delicious. Can't wait to come here again.

When the barista got off the phone the latte made & lemon poppy seed scone were good.

Very good quality Mocha: Valrhona chocolate and served hot when other places serve it lukewarm because they haven't steamed the milk long enough. Pistachio Almond Rose Croissant is delicious. Rose flavor is subtle and yummy. Chewy Walnut cookie is a chewy chocolate brownie cookie loaded w walnuts. Lox and bagel was light and fresh, great flavor, light textured baguette bagel so it didn't load us down. Clean, upscale interior w very limited seating. Friendly service.

Exquisite baked goods. Good coffee. Sterile atmosphere-it's almost as if you are being served works of art in a pharmacy (which is not unpleasant-just different).

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Crazy not to have an amazing day with these amazing treats to sweeten up your day! The box includes a great assortment of their goods: Passionfruit Croissant. Light as air, flaky and with a surprise filling of Valhrona passion fruit dark chocolate lightly glazed with passionfruit. Rose Croissant. Another great croissant made with rose water and lychee with a light rose glaze. Raspberry Rose Danish. Signature rose croissant piped with vanilla pastry cream and topped with raspberries. Gibassier. Brioche lightly flavored with orange blossom and anise seed. Finished with granulated sugar. Berry Croissant. Twice baked croissant filled with vanilla bean almond cream and berries. Dusted with powder sugar and sliced almonds. Chocolate Canele. Baked chocolate custard. Double Chocolate Cookie. Crispy and chewy flourless cookie with dark chocolate chunks. Decadent, but surprisingly light and not too sweet. Box of Macarons. Special edition of 12 count. Includes 2 of each of raspberry, lychee rose, salted caramel, violet cassis, vanilla & dark chocolate. Box of pistachio almond clusters. A surprise chocolate bar. Advance order only and $65. What a sweet Vday!

The Croissants are amazing. The service is great and so is the ambiance. It is a cute little place - loved it

OMG, I'm in love this with tiny little place. I decided to get an 8oz White Chocolate Rose coffee. It was delicious and perfect on a very cold day. I also couldn't decide on one pastry item so I got 3. I got the chocolate croissant, the rose croissant and their lox pretzel sandwich. Everything was fantastic. Love the cozy modern vibe to the place. Highly recommended!

Only came for coffee and tea but wow, their pastries looked delicious and very high quality. You could tear up just looking at the perfect lamination on the chocolate croissant sitting in the glass case. The macarons looked equally exquisite. I would consider myself an above average home baker and I've tried my hand at macarons dozens of times so I can appreciate a good bake on those finicky french cookies. I ordered a chai latte with almond milk. Very nice spice and sweetness with my chai. They were out of what I originally wanted, which was a London Fog. How do you run out of something so basic as black tea? Beats me. Will definitely be back to try a pastry or macaron. Their tea was good too :)

Nice ambiance, bitter coffee, stale pastries, slow service - not first come first serve.. had to travel across town to try place& was disappointed

I would HIGHLY recommend this place. I got the rose croissant and it was soooo good. It had the perfect hint of rose flavor and it was so pretty! I will be dreaming about this croissant until I have it again!

*ASK FOR MACARONS IN A BAG AND NOT A BOX, OTHERWISE THEY CHARGE $3 FOR A 6-COUNT BOX WITHOUT TELLING YOU* My brother swore by Nuvrei and their rose flavored croissants, but unfortunately they were sold out of them when we got there. So, I decided to try some macarons instead. I saw that they were $2.50 a piece, so I decided to go with 6 of them. I got a couple birthday cake, espresso, earl grey and chocolate. When they went to ring me up, the charge was $18. Once I walked out the door I realized that my total should have been $15, but rather they charged $3 for putting the macarons in a box. They never told me it would be a $3 charge for the box, nor was I given the option of any other packaging. This was disappointing for me and I'm not a fan of deceptive overcharging like this. 4 stars for the yummy macarons, took 1 star off for the box situation.

It's a pretty small shop with limited seating. I didn't get coffee because there were no seats with about 5 people at the table. I don't think it's good for a sit down and work. I was so sad that I went late because all they had left was one canele and cookie. I got the canele and it was baked to perfection! I got a deep scent of rum and vanilla as soon as I bit into it and it was slightly moist inside. It's $4.25 that disappears in a few bites, but I think it's worth! I hope to be back soon to try their espresso and other pastries.

Want some class and coffee in your life? The. Nuvrei is for you. A small coffee shop with a simple yet beautiful display of pastries & macaroons. Great service, too! The coffee is so good: smooth and delicious. And if they have them, a butter croissant is a must!

I was greeted as soon as I entered Nuvrei today. The two people behind the counter seemed to be pleasant to all the customers that came in. The shop was clean and tidy. I did see one small bug flying around inside the pastry case. This usually sends me straight out the door but since it was only one I chose to boldly proceed. I ordered two canele. These survived being dragged around downtown Portland for about four hours. Once arriving home they were enjoyed. The outer caramelized crust was still crispy and the soft rum vanilla center was delicious. There is some limited seating inside but it seems most people take their orders to go. I would like to see them get some small bakery boxes rather than just giving us a bag. I will return here again to try other items. Hopefully the bug doesn't have friends.

Best croissants ever! Coffee was great! And the service was so kind and friendly! Def recommend!

Wow. Portland is lucky to have such a top notch patisserie in town. I've tried their various croissants - almond, plain, chocolate almond, rose, and pistachio. They were all truly wonderful. The downtown location is nicely decorated and showcases the various treats nicely. I can't wait to go back to try some of the other offerings!