Saint Simon Coffee Co.

Came in this morning for coffee and a pastry and was met by the most amazing staff. My sister and I are in from out of state because our father is passing. The warm and friendly way the staff this morning spoke with us was a bright spot in a really difficult week. Thank you for not only having amazing coffee, but amazing atmosphere and personalities!

Saint Simon Coffee Co. is a small space that delivers a fantastic product. The space is warm and inviting. It is a great space to hang with a friend or get some work done. The staff is friendly and efficient. They quickly cranked out the drinks. I ordered an iced coffee with vanilla and milk. It was intense and flavorful and smooth!! I really enjoyed it!! If you are in the area, stop in!!

Super cute and trendy coffee spot in a solid location. They have a simple yet solid round up of beverage options and a small assortment of pastries. They use Coava coffee (a Portland institution) and SOUL chai. The space is small but has a decent amount of inside and outside seating options. The morning sun shines directly onto their shop, making it bright and warm. There’s a small selection of merch, coffee beans, and coffee making equipment by the front door. The staff are always super nice, cheerful, and helpful; the small space and open barista set up makes for easy and enjoyable conversation while waiting for your coffee. Helen Bernhardt’s bakery and Twisted Croissant are both located within easy walking distance from St Simon so if the pastry selection doesn’t pique your interest at the cafe, it’s a straightforward and enjoyable expedition to patronize one of the nearby bakeries after grabbing a coffee. My associate-cum-business partner wishes that I also note that the wonderbuns are “finger licking good”.

Update (Sep 2021): Revisited Saint Simon when I'm in Portland and had a good cup of latte. They are open for dinning in and added some outdoor benches as well. Small but lovely place. Original (Oct 2020): Lovely coffee shop on Broadway. Decent coffee and friendly service. It's pretty small though, indoor seatings are blocked right now and there aren't any outdoor seatings on the street, for the moment it is really a take-out only place. You'll have a nice cup of coffee but won't be able to enjoy a read by yourself or a chat with friends with your morning coffee.

One of my favorite coffee spots in Portland - both of their shops are cozy and well designed. The Brazee location has a few more tables and chairs than the Broadway flagship, but I like the fact that if I can snag a place to read that it won't be super loud and frenetic. Their seasonal drinks are amazing - you won't be disappointed in the Peppermint Latte (or the past Cardamom Latte - please bring it back!) and the staff is always very warm and welcoming.

I absolutely love Saint Simon coffee company! I truly believe that it has the best coffee in the city of Portland, oregon. And I am a coffee connoisseur. I've been drinking freshly roasted, local and far away coffee beans since I was a young girl. Saint Simon coffee just taste the best that I had so far and makes me feel great drinking it too! I recommend this coffee house to anyone who asked me where to go for coffee in Portland. It is a small little coffee shop, kind of a little hole in the wall. You wouldn't expect that they would produce such awesomely great drinks. But the specialty drinks and the coffee itself are miraculous. Must see, must go, must drink and go again.

Saint Simon coffee holds such a special place in my heart! I have searched all around Portland... high and low on the hunt for a better vanilla latte, and I just can't find one. I also really appreciate the food menu at their new location. Choosing between the avocado toast and the oatmeal is going to be the hardest choice you make when you visit, because they are both top notch.

Best coffee shop in Portland! I’ve been over a dozens times and have yet to have a negative experience. All the baristas are friendly and professional, the coffee is consistently brewed well, and the space is clean with good Wi-Fi. I really like the streamlined menu and I appreciate that they only do house made syrup and honey (note: if you like sugar filled frappes with wild flavors, this might not be your shop). They use Coava Coffee Roasters and the bags that I have bought to take home have been fresh and wonderfully roasted. I haven’t tried the pasties but they look fresh and lots of people seem to enjoy them. This shop is refined without being pretentious and a stop in always makes my day. Definitely check them out!

Tiny coffee shop that packs a punch. All the drinks I've had were great, same with the pastries. Quick and friendly service.

This neighborhood spot should be a coffee destination if you're even near the area. Friendliest, most creative baristas who knew so many customers and their kiddos by name. My friends and I were in town for a work trip and came by for my daily mocha fix. Deep rich drink that was the perfect temperature and kept me focused while I worked away. Then the craziest thing happened. I heard matcha and strawberry nesquick and I spun around to see them making a gorgeous layered drink. They asked if I wanted to try it - hell ya!! I savored every amazing sip and felt like I had won the lottery. Hope the matcha flight makes it to the menu dnd thanks for meeting as all my caffeine needs and then some.

Probably the most expensive lattes I've seen in Portland that aren't specialty (ie Abba). It was a well-done and tasty latte however likely won't return as can get similar quality for less money elsewhere. The scone I had was also quite tasty but had a significant amount of sugar on the top so after shaking and brushing off all the excess was pretty good. Place is quite small but we were still able to snag a seat but there isn't much room for the line to queue.

I stopped by Saint Simon Coffee Co. for the first time today to try an iced coconut latte, and it was an absolute delight. The coffee's depth of flavor was impressive, making it one of the best cups I've enjoyed in Portland. The small and intimate ambiance of the shop, along with the friendly staff, added to the overall experience. It's clear that a lot of thought and love goes into every cup served here. A must-visit for coffee enthusiasts!

Stopped by this coffee shop after visiting a nearby croissant place. The iced latte here is good - nothing fancy, just good espresso and milk combined. I do recommend this coffee place if you're in the area, but it's nothing to write home about and I wouldn't go out of my way just to come here. I was a bit bummed they ran out of the local flavored soda that day, but still a good coffee shop!

Locally owned and great coffee; works for me! I get my hair cut next store and afterwards usually treat myself to an iced mocha. baristas are friendly and love to talk about and explain the different coffees. They also have a small but delicious selection of pastries, muffins and cookies. If you want top notch coffee and pastries, get a pasty from Twisted a little further down the street and a coffee or tea here. The cafe has a clean and modern decor with a bit of industrial vibe. There are just a few chairs and tables inside with a couple of bistro tables and chairs outside as well. Parking on NE Broadway is sometimes tight so park where you can or across the street Which for some reason usually has open spaces.

Popped in here for an oat milk flat white and a sweet treat. The flat white was perfection, creamy microfoam balanced with the nutty smoothness of the espresso. So good I'm still thinking about it this morning. Pastries are from Bake Shoppe which regardless of where I get them, always taste day old and are definitely not worth the price point. I wish Tabor Bread or some alternative bakery sweet treats made their way to more cafes. Regardless, five stars for the flat white and five stars for the service! The gal in there was pleasant and clearly knows her craft as a barista.

Great local coffee spot. I ordered the seasonal special Orange spice mocha and a regular drip. Regular drip has good flavor and very robust. The Orange spice mocha was my favorite drink during my Oregon visit. If you're visiting and enjoy coffee, Saint Simon Coffee co is my recommendation. Staff was helpful and friendly!

In town for a conference, and this spot was close to my hotel. Doesn't get any better! The space itself is quite small, but I was able to find a seat to work for a few hours. The baristas are top notch: creating art with coffee and friendly as can be. I had the Cardamom Spice Latte and loved every drop! Definitely stop by if you're in the area and want a good cup of coffee.

This was a cute little coffee shop! The coffee was delicious! We got vanilla lattes half sweet with oat milk and it was perfection. They make homemade vanilla here. The cashier lady was very sweet too! Sat outside and enjoyed our coffees

Only tried the iced latte but it was delicious and staff were quite pleasant. Cute and a bit quirky.

absolutely LOVE the vibe here. everyone was super chill and friendly. i love their options. they even have hemp milk which is very hard to come by. i got a cortado and hemp iced matcha (not pictured). i can't wait to come back!

Saint Simon blessed me with a London fog to lift my mental fog ;) I've switched from coffee to black tea because I've developed a debilitating case of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Apparently it's hereditary, thanks dad :p! The atmosphere is cozy but a tad crowded. I prefer finding quieter retreats for my wake up caffeine sessions. It did however meet the Portland "vibe" that I've really been looking forward to on this trip. The barista even had a well-trimmed mustache and khaki canvas apron! So fun! Sat outside to "people watch" and found their patio to be a tad chilly (maybe because I'm a goof and sat outside in January, lol!). Would love an outdoor heater and for this London fog to be bottomless, but we can't have everything! Carry on, Todd G

Great little coffee shop with friendly staff and delicious pastries! I randomly picked this spot when aí was looking for an afternoon caffeine pick me up and so glad I did! Latte breve was delicious and the almond croissant is a must try

I walked to come in and grab a quick coffee to go... although I wasn't able to sit in to digest the whole coffee experience I was still very impressed with my short visit. I ordered an 8 ounce honey latte, and dare I say exceeded my expectation for a perfect, nonacidic creamy latte. I was greeted by a very kind gentleman that took my order, and also received a smile from the barista upon handing off my coffee...which is a rare thing in Portland LOL. The ambience felt very familiar and cozy. Definitely will come back :)

Quirky little , and I mean little coffee spot. Seems like a true local place where everyone knows each other. As an outsider, was not as welcoming but enjoyed the vibe and coffee was excellent

Small and quaint, Saint Simon knows how to coffee! We originally went to Twisted Croissant up the road (that deserves its own 5 star review, but in summary, go to Twisted!), but my friend and I wanted coffee along with our pastries. The staff at Twisted recommended SS to us and we happily went. And her recommendation did not disappoint! We both got oat milk lattes and they were wonderful. The staff and baristas were really kind and even offered us knives and plates for us to eat our croissants. Although they don't have ample seating, don't let this small storefront deter from their bold, delicious coffee!

Cute cozy coffee shop that I really want to support as they're close to my house and use Coava beans (my fave). I like the oat cappuccino, but not as much as the one I get at Coava (sorry). I'll still keep coming, but not quite as good as others in the city.

So so amazing! Some of the best espresso I have ever had! I could really tell that this shop prioritized the quality not quantity of their product. Baristas were super friendly and made me feel welcome as a first time Portlander! :) I like that it is smaller and has a small menu. Highly recommend!

Amazing coffee and chai tea! I have yet to find a chai tea latte that is unsweetened, it is perfectly spicy and great flavor. I would happily come here again!!! The service was also super nice, kind, genuine.

Delicious! Great staff, outdoor and indoor seating and just a great vibe. Not sure what else there is to say about a coffee shop - but 5 stars.

Not a bad spot for an afternoon coffee before hitting the road. Positives: they were open and had a good banana chocolate chip muffin. Negatives: coffee was only alright: they were out of cold brew, and the iced americano wasn't the best

One of my favorite coffee spots to walk to specifically for an iced mocha with oat milk - It's my go-to every time. I'll admit that I haven't really tried any of their other beverages but I'm convinced I don't need to lol. Cute little spot on Broadway - if you walk up a little more, don't forget to stop by nearby Twisted Croissant as well for amazing pastries!

Cute place, felt like a neighborhood spot. Some families inside, hanging out. Just got a simple coffee, it was great.

**This review is actually for the Saint Simon location which *just* opened up on NE 15th & Brazee Ave. Irving Park has a lovely selection of coffee shops, from Twenty-Six to Gilder to Tiny's to Saint Simon -- and now there are two of the latter. Saints Simon? Saint Simons? Saints Simons? The new location on 15th & Brazee is super spacious, airy, and full of the same delicious Coava coffee served up on Broadway. The coffee is brewed strong, and the Soul Chai lattes are good as ever. I would (and do) go out of my way to come to Saint Simon when I know I need a good pick-me-up on a weekday morning. Other locals come to hang out on the weekends. Regardless, they've got ya covered.

One of the worst almond milk lattes I've ever had. Both their method of steaming the milk and the quality of their espresso was not good. My latte lacked foam. There was an obvious distinction between the almond flavor and the espresso flavor, when it should be steamed to a slight sweet flavor and blended together for smoothness. Their latte tasted like almond milk poured on top of coffee, not to mention they didn't steam the milk enough, as my latte was cold when I first got it. The only upsides are the location and cuteness of the little shop. It's in a cute place in Lloyd district, great for walking around.

Not really a review, because we weren't able to sample their coffee. Just a heads up that, contrary to what it says here, and even on their door, they close at 3.

the cappuccino is life changing. not tons of seating but you can get it to go and walk around thinking about how much better your day is now.

A definite go-to when in the area! The service is always stellar, friendly, good music and vibe. My latte is consistently perfect and served with love and kindness.

What a find. This is a beautiful place to stop in. It is tiny but packs a lot. The coffee is tasty and the people working make it even better. Can't wait to go again Mr W.

Best shop in that part of town by far. A little housemate lavender syrup in a cappuccino was the perfect amount of sweet and strong for me. They really do Coava Coffee (the beans they serve) justice. All the baristas were kind and gave good vibes!

The coffee in this city is incredible and this spot was in the top two for our trip here. The barista was really friendly and the coffee was made to perfection. I got the matcha latte and it was delightfully prepared. My husband and I both got the hemp milk and we loved it! You must come here!

The coffee here is seriously good. I tend to be pretty picky about coffee, and this shop delivers in all the ways I expect. They serve Coava coffee, which is one of my favorite roasters in town. I ordered a cold brew, and it was perfect. Not super bitter, or watery; it was just right, with a complex, fruity flavor. I'd say this is possibly my favorite cold brew in Portland. Service was excellent; there were two gentleman working and they were both super friendly and welcoming. Prices were reasonable too; my 16 ounce cold brew was only $4, which most places charge $4.50 for (at least in my experience.) Not much of a critique, but as others have said, the seating is fairly limited though I found it warm and cozy. I wish this shop was closer to my house because I'd visit more often. Maybe I'll venture over here more often for the coffee.

Needed a jolt before breakfast and wasn't in the mood for regular diner coffee. Stopped in, grabbed some beans to bring home, and ordered my usual almond milk cappuccino. I was bummed they were out of mugs for sale, but hopefully they will restock or maybe online? I completely forgot about their cold brew flight, which was originally why I wanted to come into this coffee shop, but again - I will have to do that next time I'm in town. I enjoyed the ambiance of this quaint and rustic java joint. I sat up at the bar facing the window and enjoyed watching the cars go by. The coffee was pretty good too, not too bitter and they were able to froth up the almond milk nicely.

Coffee is great, the baristas know how to pull espresso. Great vibe, love the outside seating. The closing hrs are a little confusing but other than that , the best coffee place in the NE Irvington Neighborhood

I stopped in today for an iced coffee & the barista helped me decide-I got the cold iced coffee that they let brew for 24 hours & has cream in it-he asked if I wanted sweetener & I said only a dash-the iced coffee was delicious & with the perfect amount of sweetness. I will return for more. Only bummer is that there's not much comfortable seating outside (& there's still Covid restrictions so no inside seating at all) so the coffee is 'to go.' I would love it & come more frequently if they added comfortable clean seating outside to enjoy their coffee~hopefully soon!

One of the smallest coffeeshops I've been to, I wouldn't come and stay for a long time. That doesn't take away from the charm the entire place has, and immediately you feel as though you're exactly where you're supposed to be for a great experience. I came around 10AM, and I was the only person inside, but Breezeblocks was bumping loudly and I'm convinced it made my coffee taste better. $4 for a 8oz latte with milk steamed to the perfect temperature, I cannot be more grateful for this shop located just down the street from my AirBnB. Parking again is the only negative I have. Since I missed the shop the first time I was driving on the street, I nearly missed it a second time had I not parked in the reserved parking for the yoga studio next door. Parking on the other side of the street however is definitely worth it.

Charming establishment, warm reception, and fantastic coffee. My latte today was an absolute dream.

I drive here from Vancouver. I love Saint Simon. The staff is passionate about coffee and there are always tasty treats.

Cheery folks. Wonderful coffee and goodies! We had the seasonal cardamom latte which was excellent. We shared the figgy buckwheat scone (amazing) and the rhubarb hand pastry (superb). Lovely little cafe!

Just because the space is small and it can be hard to find two seats next to one another - should in no way dissuade you from visiting Saint Simon. This is my favorite coffee spot on the east side - and that's saying a lot! The service is the best. So customer friendly. The coffee - the best! And, it's really much bigger than it may initially appear (not really, it's a tiny space); but that okay, everyone is accommodating and friendly.

It's the coffee. It is so smooth and nuanced with no bitterness, presented with a neat pattern in the foam made just for you. This stretch of Irvington benefits from a tiny cafe that's not a chain. The baked goods looked perfect and I'm proud I didn't eat any.

Great coffee and friendly service. Great place to grab coffee on a rainy Portland morning. The staff were very friendly and gave great recommendations for alternative milk pairings.

My last coffee shop before I head back to the Bay. The best part about it, is that it's down the street from my Airbnb! This coffee shop is a small intimate shop with great pastries from Bake Shop. There are three small tables and a bar along the front window area. This makes a great pick-up type shop. If you're wondering, their coffee is from Coava Roasters which is one of my favs here in PDX!

Peaceful. Great service. Good wifi access. Easy parking. Glad I stopped. Liked the coffee.

Cute little café. Uber hipster. All I had was an herbal tea but will come back as I liked the vibe. Space for seating is quite limited inside, there is some outdoor seating too.

I got the cold brew flight on a weekend morning around 10 or 11. It's smaller inside than I thought it was going to be. The sampler was well curated although I think if I ordered it again, I would want a few extra glasses for mixing in cream/sugar. True, you lose some hints by adding cream but if you're sampling something you'd potentially order again, I'd order it with room. Cute place to bring visitors.

My favorite coffee shop in my neighborhood. It's very small, but everyone that works there is awesome and I always like the drip coffee I get. I went last week and needed to actually call and ask them about the variety of the drip because it was so insane. "Single-origin Honduran" is what it was, which means nothing to my coffee-ignorant brain, but I feel cool saying it.

The coffee was delicious! Pretty tiny inside but has a cozy vibe. Staff were friendly as well :)

Coffee East or West: East! (1 of 2) I had bookmarked St. Simon Coffee pursuant to seeing it on a list and having it discussed on here. And, while people are singing the praises for its coffee, I can still review the place because I was a customer, albeit a consumer of iced tea and a cookie on a hot afternoon. That said, I couldn't have even opted for hot tea on a day that was as warm as that one. First, I will state that the people who work here are extremely pleasant. They seem to know their regulars by name. On the neutral end of the spectrum, what I ate and drank was rather ordinary. On the minus side, it was a little pricey and, with regard to the $2.75 cookie with what might have been strawberry frosting, it completely fell apart as I took off the wrapper such that a lot of it was inedible. The interior of the store is smaller than I would have expected. The tabletops are very small such that you can't spread out things in front of you. I guess the point is to mimic a European cafe' where you guzzle down your Eurocoffee, either at a small table or at one of the counter height tables here, and move on. Clearly, take out is an option and seems to be a popular one. I did not ask about the etymology of the name St. Simon. It's interesting that, here, we have a saint's name in Irvington, where people are more apt to be "spiritual" rather than religious. But, hey, it's trendy to put a saint's name on things and places since it seemingly kicks up their cachet. One example of this that immediately comes to mind is tony St. Armand's Circle in Sarasota, Florida. So, all you coffee aficionados can give St. Simon Coffee 4 and 5 stars, which they probably handily earn for their principal endeavor. However, I've never had much of an "Irving tone," so I'd probably take someone up on their offer to "do lunch" on St. Armand's Circle as long as they pick up the tab.