Kristin R.
Yelp
The new location for Roseline Coffee (previously Barista?) is a hidden gem; so much, that I halfway don't want to leave a review because before you know it, there'll be a line to get coffee and nowhere to park. Alas, it's worth letting out the secret that this is the best Roseline location in PDX, hands down.
In a part of NE/SE saturated by coffee shops, Roseline shines. The space is surprisingly bright and airy considering the neighboring highways and busy one-way corridors of Grand, MLK, Davis, etc. Parking would probably be tough here, and I wouldn't recommend commandeering the Knot Springs / Yard lot unless you pay the fee. They're fast to ticket. Or so I hear.. Anyway! Back to Roseline.
The coffee is great and the barista/baristo always knows what's up. You can quickly get a cup to stay or to go, or you can linger and learn as much as you want about a particular blend or roasting method. The staff here seem to truly enjoy not only the coffee they make, but also the customers, which is a breath of fresh air. I don't like to be all "serve me!" to folks in the service industry, but I also like to know I'm just as welcome as my wallet.
The drink specials are solid, but they always are with Roseline. The food / pastry shelf is well-stocked with croissants, cookies, and breakfast burritos. The seating is unique, full of healthy plants and a bench / table setup like none I have ever seen. Overall, the shop feels open, cozy, private, and friendly all at once, and I think you'd be hard pressed to find another coffee shop in Portland with this balance of quality, consistency, knowledge, and enthusiasm.
Try them out!