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Sterling Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★★★★★ 795 Google reviews · Coffee shop

Single OriginEspresso great espressofresh pastriesfriendly baristascozy atmosphere

Chipper coffeehouse featuring small-batch java & other items in classic surroundings.

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518 NW 21st Ave
Portland, OR 97209

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Hours

Monday 6:30 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM–5 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM–5 PM
Friday 6:30 AM–5 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM–5 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM–5 PM

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What's in the cup

What Sterling Coffee Roasters is pouring and bagging — straight from customers' own reviews, not our guesswork.

🌍 Single Origin

“The coffee flight offers a great way to compare their blend and single-origin beans.”

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Espresso 16 mentions

“Their espresso flight was a fun and unique way to explore different flavor profiles, and the staff made it even more special.”

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What regulars say again and again

The things that keep coming up across 795 Google reviews — with a reviewer's own words as proof.

great espresso 5 mentions

“DeepSeek AI told me that this is the best espresso shop in Portland: believe the hype.”

🥐 fresh pastries 6 mentions

“Good pastry selection- though I don’t think anything vegan.”

😊 friendly baristas 6 mentions

“The staff is super kind, and I love that they bring you your drink rather than shouting it out across the room.”

🛋️ cozy atmosphere 3 mentions

“The atmosphere was cozy and vibrant at the same time, and the service was top-notch.”

What customers say

The best coffee shop in Portland…. If you only can go to one and you want the best service guaranteed, you need to go to Sterling Coffee Roasters.. The coffee is great, and they have amazing light roast drip coffees. The owner is usually around the shop and it really makes the difference.

★★★★★ — Surges, 2026-01

Enjoyed it enough that I came back the next day with my wife! The way they do espresso here is pretty unique and I enjoyed it a lot. You get to pick light or medium then you get a shot of espresso, drip, and sparkling water.

★★★★★ — John, 2024-10

On a coffee tour in Portland, and this spot easily became my favorite. Abbie was at the front — super knowledgeable and generous with coffee tips. Kate had a warm smile as well. The whole team clearly cares about quality and flavor, and created such a welcoming vibe.

★★★★★ — Jerry, 2025-11

We had such a wonderful experience at Sterling Coffee Roasters! Their espresso flight was a fun and unique way to explore different flavor profiles, and the staff made it even more special.

★★★★★ — Amber, 2025-03

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