Sweet Bacon Cafe

Cute shop! Fun Asian fusion on classic breakfast dishes. Place was very accommodating for us on Father’s Day. Staff was very friendly and attentive. The portions were huge!! The drinks were delicious. I especially liked the mango mocktail I had. My husband had the hot toddy, but found that the star anise was a little overwhelming. The fried chicken was really good and crunchy but sadly the waffles were a huge letdown. They were extremely dense, dry & flavorless. I had to force myself to eat them. If there is anything that I would recommend is that they improve their waffle recipe. Very generous with the fresh fruit, though.

A chill vibe and staff were sweet and friendly. Gave you the perfect balance of attention and peace when dining. The cafe atmosphere is cozy and inviting. The food and drinks were amazing. Solid quality of taste and portions. We had the following: - Mimosa Flight (peach, raspberry, mango and blood orange) - A hazelnut latte - The Hangover - Chicken bites - Sweet Bacon Loved this spot, adding it as one of my favorites and will definitely be back! :)

The reviews do not disappoint! Came here on a roadtrip on MemorialDay. Street parking was easy to find near the restaurant. I think we got lucky and arrived after a number of diners departed. We were seated quickly, and the restaurant quickly filled with more patrons. Food was really tasty and the portions were large. Chicken Pops: chicken was amazing and the waffle bites were soft and easy on the mouth. I really enjoyed the take on bite sized chicken and waffles and would recommend! Mixed Berry Parfait: a nice mix of fresh fruits and granola. It was light on the honey which I enjoyed. Salmon Avocado toast: Tasty! “So much salmon. There is salmon on top of salmon!” Definitely recommended!

Can't go wrong here with any of the delicious brunch dishes. Hearty portions with interesting Asian inspired flavors. I really enjoyed the loco moco with curry gravy and it was great to try their namesake sweet bacon. It was busy on the weekend with a little bit of a wait but you could see the staff working really hard to serve all the customers. Can't wait to go back and try more dishes.

The owner upon walking in the restaurant was so sweet and you could tell she pours love and attention into this place. Our food was very well prepared, and the Bloody Mary was phenomenal. The candied bacon piece that comes in the drink is such a nice treat. We were lucky to find this place on google maps only 2.5 months after they opened! Super cute, and we’ll be back! We had the chicken katsu curry and sweet bacon scrambled eggs with fruit. Both tasted sooo good!

Service was good. The presentation of food was appealing. Flavor had a touch of Thai making it yummy. Very clean. Has a family dining side and small bar side. Spanish coffee is smooth, goes down easy.

This place is what NW needed… amazing food, portions are huge and perfect served, super tasty, ambiance is great, great calm jazzy music playing… it’s our favorite new to go for breakfast brunch! We have the veggie scramble and the chicken curry and they were fenomenal ! Will come back for sure! Service is great and fast ! Super friendly and clean

We are so grateful for this lovely cafe! Perfectly nestled in the quieter end of NW, Sweet Bacon Cafe has taken brunch by storm. Whether you're looking for something new or brunch favorites, this is the place. Portland has been in need of something new. The owners greeted us immediately, made recommendations on the menu, and checked in with us frequently! The signature side of Sweet Bacon is an absolute MUST--perfectly cooked and seasoned to perfection. I don't even like cilantro, but when used correctly, it doesn't overpower any of the food. And live music?! Loved it.

A very homey establishment! The service was great, they treated me like I was a regular or a family member! Food was great and filling, I loved the Asian influences in their dishes. The chick pops had the perfect balance of sweetness from the maple syrup and savoriness from the fried chicken bites with the spicy mayo on the side. Their specialty bacon was crisp and very unique, I thought the fried shallots and cilantro would be offset the flavor but the sweetness from the caramelized sugar and tamarind helped balance and combine the bacon flavor well. The benedict was a classic but done well. Eggs were cooked perfectly and we loved the English muffin they used. The berries lover toast was a bit sweet for me but the mixed berry mascarpone was so delicious! The cornflakes added a nice change of textures to this dish.

Everyone has off days and perhaps we came on one for Sweet Bacon Cafe. Timing in the kitchen for food was really, really bad. Tables receiving food out of order from when they were placed, tables receiving only half of their entrées, then waiting another 10-15 minutes for the rest to arrive. In our case, we waited 50 minutes for overcooked poached eggs. Normally I would have sent it back, but after waiting for that long I just wanted to eat and get out of there. My main issue is that the waitstaff on 6/1/2024 had zero damage control skills. There was no communication to the tables on wait times or letting us know what's going on in the kitchen. We had our order taken and then were left to wait. Our waters were refilled by possibly the owner? but I had to ask for more coffee and we were never checked on after we got our food. Pros: -food is tasty Cons: -long wait times for food -lack of attentiveness and communication from staff -items were poorly executed

Their potatoes are by far one of the best crispy potatoes I have ever had in Portland. The Rose City Benedict is a definitely must order even though it looks like a basic breakfast. You can rarely taste the wasabi but it has a good enough amount where it compliments the hollandaise drizzled over the egg. As for the chicken and waffles, chicken was perfectly cooked and moist. Great amount of food for two people!

Stopped in for a Sunday brunch and had a lovely experience. The space is in an older house in NW...and is owned by a family who came up from the Bay Area and originally Thailand. We had a chance to chat with one of the women who owns the place and she was exceptionally friendly...the service and staff were A+. And the food is good as well...I had the Pancake meal that came with three cakes, two eggs and bacon. All were good -- but the bacon was super super crispy....not how I generally prefer my bacon but that is just personal preference. My wife had the spicy chicken and rice...it was also very tasty...and very spicy! Overall I would definitely stop here again!

Amazing place for brunch. Came on a Sunday around 11 and they were pretty busy but luckily we only had to wait for 20 min for a table for two. After being seated, it did take another 30 min for us to receive our food but the wait was well worth it. Candied house bacon - 3/5 . To us the bacon was overcooked and too rough, as we struggled to chew it. The taste was great though, although we wished it was a little sweeter. Chicken and waffles - 5/5 . Definitely the star of the show. The chicken was so well cooked, super tender and juicy and the breading was really crispy. It's definitely a lot different than other fried chicken that we've tried before - it had a thicker breading, but it was still cooked so well it was very crispy. Side of pancakes - 5/5 . Great pancakes, and for the price, it's a must get. Berry lover French toast - 4/5 . This tasted so good with the super fresh fruits and I really enjoyed the Frosted Flakes cereal on top, as well as the mascarpone. The only thing was it was much too sweet for my taste, it was a little overwhelming. It was still really good, just a little too over the top sweet for us. Parking was pretty easy to find on the street, and there was some outdoor seating on the porch where we saw some people and their dogs which was nice. Inside it was pretty loud from everyone chatting, so sometimes it was hard to hear one another. The service was solid, nothing to complain about besides the slightly long wait but that's to be expected with a new and popular brunch place on the weekends. Definitely recommend trying this place out, especially for the fried chicken and waffles!

What a wonderful Father's Day Brunch! The service we received was phenomenal and everyone working seems so happy to be here. The food was delicious and very filling! Hubby could eat this chicken katsu for another meal, as he was stuffed approaching the half way point. We'll plan to be back!

From the moment you walk up to the building. This place has class, style, comfort and smells great. My cousin and I visited in a Thursday morning. There were only a few people. So service was immediate. The menu had a unique combination of breakfast and lunch items. Also a nice cocktail menu. And of course you have to try the specialty house bacon. I could imagine this place gets busy on a Friday or weekend. I will defiantly be coming again.

The food is amazing. Service was good. Although the space was small and it was busy, the food was AMAZING. The chicken is just right. Pancakes were so good that you don't even need the syrup. Will definitely recommend this to everyone and will be back soon.

In terms of food, I will rate this place 3 stars. I had high expectation since this was recommended by my friend. Just like the name of this place, the food was a bit too sweet to my liking. It is based on personal preference. I was disappointed on the chicken pops, I was hoping the waffle was more crispy. My friend got the lemon pancakes and it was actually pretty good! Egg Benedict was mid. The Vietnamese cofffee also light and had too much milk. Otherwise the service and ambiance here was great!

Soft opening currently. I'm super excited about this fusion brunch restaurant. Grand opening is happening on 12/9/23. I ordered the chicken & waffle, and the portion was very generous and prepared to perfection. I have a feeling there will be lines or the door just like other brunch places around Portland. So, get yourself into this place before you have to wait in line.

Grand Opening and 8:00. Clean, bright and comfortable interior. I was promptly greeted by friendly front of house staff and quickly seated. I ordered the House Sweet Bacon and the Rose City Benedict with black coffee. The coffee was very nice, great flavor and a smooth finish. The bacon came out next (I had one piece and the 2 other pieces to go), it was beautifully presented in a stemmed glass. The bacon was indeed sweet, but not overly so. The flavor was complex and quite savory. I'm going to go ahead and say it's better than the other guys. The Benedict came out next - picture perfect presentation! And the cook and flavors matched gloriously. The generous portions of broken Yukon potatoes had a golden exterior and a creamy interior. Simply but outstanding. The Benedict was a perfect balance of flavors in my mouth. The eggs were poached to perfection with set whites and a luxurious runny golden center. The wasabi hollandaise sauce skillfully matched with the smoked salmon - it more than met my expectations. Every bite was well balanced and just the right amounts of each ingredient. Well done on every level! A great addition to the Portland brunch scene! If there is one very minor nit - I would've liked. To see a sharper or serrated knife to cut through the English muffin. I will definitely be back.

What a treat! I couldn't decide what to pick from their menu because of how many good options there are. I was pleasantly surprised to see some vegetarian options as well, though I went for the bacon! I had the SBC omelette with bacon jam on top and it was not too sweet, just right. I really liked how tender and crispy the potatoes were too. Quality of service was excellent, and they kept my water glass full. Really made the extra effort to make everyone feel comfortable at home. So friendly! The atmosphere was casual, yet a really lovely and felt right at home. The paintings on the wall were especially beautiful. It looked like everyone was pleased with what they ordered, and smiles all around. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying the waffles!

Eating here is a treat! Service was spot on and their spin in breakfast had an interesting Asian flare. My friend had a very good fried chicken dish that was filling and tasty. My Salmon Benedict was lighter and the slight hint of wasabi was interesting. Fluffy and crisp potatoes were as good as they get!

Had the Chicken Benedict, and oh my DOG was it good! The eggs were poached perfectly, the chicken was juicy and perfectly crisp, and the house potatoes... It was a busy Saturday brunchtime, but they still managed to get the food out with great timing. Could tell they were busy, but they were ON IT!

Sorry to say this wasn't a hit for me. Really nice service but the food was not correctly cooked, seasoned, or presented. Pretty clean inside, some nice decor and paintings, but the meal was not great. I would be unlikely to return.

Such a cute cafe and unique spot for amazing breakfast. I've never been to a brunch place like this, and I'll be comparing everything else to this! I ordered the Chicken Curry Katsu and it was delicious. My friend got the spicy basil chicken and loved it! We also ordered lavender lattes that were perfectly sweet but not too floral. Servers were kind and attentive. Wish I lived closer so I could come back more often!

Stopped in for breakfast about 9:15. Had bacon & eggs with potatoes and ciabatta toast. Good portions. Roasted potatoes were wonderful. Liked have a choice of ciabatta. Service was great. Would definitely stop in again. They are right on the streetcar line too.

Great food! The chicken and waffles were amazing and freshly made. Attentive service from staff.

Quite expensive for brunch but you could easily share one dish between two people. The sweetest owner! And they gave us a yogurt parfait as a birthday treat. There were two sections in the restaurant so we could choose between somewhere quieter or somewhere more happening, which was cool.

A solid addition to the Northwest Portland brunch scene! We've been twice now and the brunch food is great, especially the Benedicts. The Thai tea cocktail, however, was almost undrinkable, and our servers was fairly inattentive (we had to fetch our own silverware and napkins.) Overall, Sweet Bacon Cafe is a reliable and reasonably-priced brunch spot, but there are definitely a few wrinkles to iron out as they get up and running.

We are so grateful for this lovely cafe! Perfectly nestled in the quieter end of NW, Sweet Bacon Cafe has taken brunch by storm. Whether you're looking for something new or brunch favorites, this is the place. Portland has been in need of something new. The owners greeted us immediately, made recommendations on the menu, and checked in with us frequently! The signature side of Sweet Bacon is an absolute MUST--perfectly cooked and seasoned to perfection. I don't even like cilantro, but when used correctly, it doesn't overpower any of the food.

First time at Sweet Bacon. I wanted this to fill the poutine shaped hole in my heart. In theory the dish has great components. The execution was lacking for me, the ratios were off. The flavor of the curry gravy was great however just a bit too salty. Although it was kind of balanced out by the thicc wedges. The wedges were undercooked. The egg was over cooked and smashed to the top of my to-go container. A perfectly cooked runny egg, enough gravy for the amount of wedges, a few tweaks and this might be a hit.

Tried this new business that just opened three weeks ago because it was recommended to us by our Airbnb host. Only reason we are giving this a 4/5 star review is the service was a little slow and the food was good but not amazing. Solid pancakes and French toast. Too much chicken to waffle ratio. Good location near 23rd.

Nice aesthetic and attentive service. The Asian (Thai?) fusion breakfast offers your classic brunch dishes, with a few dishes and drinks offering Japanese, Hawaiian, and Thai flair. Reminds me of having a well-executed American brunch in Asia. I have a good feeling about their cafe offerings. It's one of the few places I've ever seen a dirty chai (chai with expresso) on the menu, and I was granted my special request for a hot Thai Tea. Poached eggs were perfectly cooked. House sweet bacon was delicious. My friend enjoyed her chick pops (fried chicken bites and waffles bites)

Had the chicken and waffles and avocado toast they were both amazing ! And the service was impecable!

Amazing bacon jam! And the other stuff is good too, in addition to having a rare creative flair to it.

Really tasty food, huge portions, wonderful staff. We had the chicken katsu (gravy was very flavorful, chicken nicely fried) and the avocado and salmon toast. Will definitely be back.

Popped in for a nibble with no expectations. Sat at the bar, Gaby the bartender was great. Even though she was super busy she made sure to keep me company. Food was great! I'll be back, soon and often.

Delicious food amazing service and great drinks!! So friendly love them. The owner is so attentive and the bacon is unlike any other. I got the hangover which was to die for and the chicken and waffles was my favorite I've ever had!

This place was very disappointing. I've never had such bland, tasteless food. The money spent here was a very big waste. I won't ever return here. For $127 for 4 people. Very nasty. Spending money there was absolutely sad. Like I have no words. If I could give it a -1000 I would.

This new spot for brunch brings forth an eclectic menu consisting of incredible brunch and breakfast items not normally seen at standard brunch locations! I had the chicken curry katsu and it did not disappoint. The chicken was fried with a great blend that was fluffy and crunchy without being too much of one. The service was also a high point. Will be back against soon.

Had a great breakfast today. The space was beautiful. My vegetarian said it was the best avocado toast she'd ever had, and she's had hundreds. The sweet bacon was delicious, almost as good as the fried chicken Eggs Benedict. We will be back!

This place opened up recently and we were excited to try it! The food was incredibly, service was great, and staff were super friendly. We can't wait to be back!

Great location and nice decor. Laid back and chill cafe/diner vibes. Service was nice -- no complaints on that end. WHAT I WOULD COME BACK FOR. My gf got the lemon crème anglaise pancakes ($18)! So soft and delicious. The lemony sauce was tangy, sweet, and craveable. Yummy on all accounts. Ordered the Chicken Katsu with Curry ($21). It's not a typical katsu breading, but the crust was super crunchy, golden brown, and delicious. The thin meat inside was tender. Served with rice and potatoes, the starch levels were a bit over the top. The small potatoes were mid and the curry covering the dish was mid as well. The caramel macchiato ($7) for a small mug. Mid, go next door to Anna Bananas for a better cup of caffeine.

So yummmy!! Excellent customer service, Jane the owner was awesome, and totally worth the wait Sunday morning. We got the Chicken & Waffles and the Chicken Katsu. Perfectly crispy chicken with subtle asian twists. Loved it! Not too sweet. Heads up big portions. YUM we will be coming back! Thank you Jane & Sweet Bacon Cafe Team!

Came here on a whim! Great food, attentive service! Adding this place to my list of regular spots and hope they get the visibility needed to stick around.

This place is so cute!! Super good food and amazing staff. We met the owner and she seems super excited to welcome people in! I highly recommend:)

first time in portland and so glad we found this place as our first stop. the staff is so friendly & the vibe inside is cozy. the food was amazing especially the sweet house bacon!! definitely recommend

Atmosphere and service were great but thefood was meh. Had a ton of potential! Signature bacon tasted good but was overcooked and served room temperature. My husband and I had two different Benedict breakfasts. The flavors were great but the English muffins were served cold and not toasted. Untoasted English muffins are pretty gross. We may try again when they've been open liberty.

This is an outstanding new breakfast spot in the Alphabet District of NW Portland. It's located in an adorable little house in a cozy neighborhood. The food is incredible. We enjoyed the Crispy Chicken Eggs Benedict, the Chicken Katsu Curry with rice and the house made sweet bacon. Everything is super delicious and fresh! The Yukon potatoes are so good and perfectly crispy. The hollandaise sauce of the chicken Benedict is spectacular. This dish also includes very high quality red peppers. The Chicken Katsu Curry is also really tasty. I loved the flavor of the chicken, gravy, and rice. The House made bacon is so delicious. It is thick with just the right amount of chewiness. The staff is incredibly friendly, Jane who I believe was the owner was super nice. Our Server Julia was also very friendly. There are so many great choices at this great breakfast spot. I definitely recommend this as one of the best new breakfast places in Portland.

I had no idea what to expect and this food blew me away. Very sweet and attentive staff. We sat on a cute outdoor porch near heaters and it was perfect. The French toast was not too sweet and had a nice crunch of cereal on top to my surprise. I am excited to go back.

I added a photo of the menu with the updated prices. I had the French toast today, it was ok.

I rarely leave a review and I know this place is new but it was wildly disappointing. First the prices for the food you get is outrageous, even for Portland restaurants. Of the 5 people that we were with, only one person thought their dish was okay. Some were undercooked and inedible and others got food they didn't order. One person ordered a salmon avocado toast with capers and other ingredients and were brought an avocado toast with mozzarella cheese and strawberries. When asked, they simply said they were out of salmon. They didn't let us know before placing the order or that they were substituting almost everything on the meal. They set down a meal that wasn't ours on our table and walked away. When we let them know that we didn't order the dish, they took it and walked it to another table. The server was very friendly but it could not make up for the poor quality food and experience. They said they were still working on getting a liquor license so it sounds like they may have opened before they were truly ready.

Wonderful service and overall vibe!! We ordered the smoked salmon avocado toast and the Hangover (spice level medium). Both delicious dishes! You can feel the care they take in making their food. Love an Asian fusion brunch! Happy to have them in the neighborhood!

Amazinggggg. The chicken in the chick pops are an Asian style of fried chicken, which was such a nice change from the regular style fried chicken. My only critique is to be asked if I wanted whipped cream in my Thai tea.

I found a wonderful new breakfast/lunch restaurant in NW Portland. They have a creative twist on their dishes with lots of different choices. The food was very tasty with wonderful owners and staff. I highly recommend this restaurant and will be going back again!

Super happy to have stumbled upon this great new brunch place on NW 21st. The portion sizes were great and the food was fantastic. The crispy chicken Benedict was the star of the show and is a must try! It's fried in a tempura batter making it light and full of flavor. Will definitely be adding sweet bacon cafe to my list of go to brunch spots in Portland.

Walked by this place and the name intrigued me. Had to try the Hangover and wasn't disappointed! A chaotic mix of yum! Staff was attentive and pleasant. Will be back as I think I'll get a craving for this again soon!

I cannot say enough GREAT things about this fabulous spot (in the old Paley's Place)! The food is amazing, the ambiance delightful and the service second to none. It was very busy when we arrived but we got a table immediately. The food came out fresh, hot and fast after ordering. The wait staff were super friendly and prompt and the owner was there working the dining area too. She is a wonderful woman who clearly takes pride in her new "baby." Just a delicious experience from start to finish. Definitely going on our Portland "favorites" list. We will be regulars!

Was driving around the hood on a rainy morning thinking I really would love to find a great little breakfast joint. And I've found it!! They took over the old Paley's Place and totally renovated it! It's light and bright with gorgeous art on the walls! Had the smoked salmon Benedict with wasabi hollandaise!! And of course a side of pancakes! They did not disappoint! Portions are HUGE! They are doing a soft opening all week and go live this weekend.