This place is very Portlandia. I ordered the French Toast which came with Oatmeal and Orange slices.. which is as strange and true to Portland as it sounds. It certainly checks the unique box, but underwhelms in the taste category. The prices arent bad and the staff is nice, so if weird food is your thing, try it out I guess?
Proud Mary is my favorite coffee shop in town! This shop is so unique in that they offer Aussie style coffee, which I have enjoyed learning more about with each visit. Chris is the absolute sweetest barista (and cutest), I always have a lovely experience here when they are on register! Haleys milk steaming skills are impressive, as their milk is consistently smooth like wet paint every damn time. How do you do it Haley? Overall, the atmosphere here is fun and makes for a groovy experience every visit. I will always support Proud Mary.
Update (Sep 2021): Back in Portland and decided to give Proud Mary another try. Hmm.. still not a fan. They are good, but there is always a hint of condescendence as if they know they are the cool kid on Alberta.Original (Feb 2021): I have been to Proud Mary a few times over the past several months and always enjoyed their coffee, although sometimes the wait can be a little long. In terms of food, I think they are overpriced...Well, its one of the most popular spots on Alberta so I guess where the premium is from.
Proud is the place to go if you want a super fun cup of coffee or a seriously mouthwatering brekkie — or both! Its a high energy place thats great for perking up your mood, and the covered + heated outdoor seating makes it perfect year-round. Sarah is so sweet, and Dom and Eric are so fun. I wish I lived closer so I could visit more often!
Its like Christmas morning in the form of food. Words cant really explain how amazing this place is! My family and I went to Proud Marys for our birthday brunch and simply couldnt stop talking about how amazing our experience was.Be prepared, there is likely ALWAYS going to be a line/wait but it is well worth it! Its always a bit of a gamble when there is a long wait, hoping its THAT good... well it is!!The atmosphere is fun and inviting. It is a bit different in the sense that there are some shared tables, its cool, make new friends!! Each family member had a different dish and each one was simply delicious. The flavors, rich ingredients and true art from the chefs was apparent and lend itself to the fact that this is probably one of the best brunches Ive ever had.Menu is full of many different options from sweet to savory, all of which you want to try a bite of each!! Bloody Mary was so good, oatmeal was out of this world, pancakes were perfect and that is barely scratching the surface.Rose was our waitress and she was wonderful. Super kind and really sweet.At the end of our meal we were all so impressed that we went up to the chefs in the cool open kitchen set up to not only thank them for sharing their amazing art but also to give them a standing ovation!!Dont take my word for it, go try it for yourself. You wont be sorry!
Feeling a bit bad to leave 2 stars but I want to shout out to the owner as I’d want someone to do the same to mine.10 minutes Uber here with a group of friends because seeing high reviews on Google. Food was so good and we all think this is the best place in the area for breakfast or brunch. But unfortunately! 5 of us ordered separately and we all experienced the same. The staff was shockingly unfriendly, so so unfortunately and kinda rude. It seems to us that they hate their job or not having a good day especially the ones with long curly hair with tattoos also wearing a glasses that was taking our orders. She gave us only one smile when asking for tips. If we are going back to this place again? Maybe, If we want to recommend this place to anyone? Definitely yes. Hope the staff are more friendly so people can have the best experience with good food and the best service.
Maybe we can give this place another try some time? Wasnt impressed with their coffee or breakfast. I had a sausage sandwich that was so salty, it was inedible. Their coffee tasted bitter and astringent, unpleasant. Maybe a bad batch, busy rush, bad day, who knows? I know what the foods and coffees in Australia/New Zealand are like and this was not at all what I would expect from an Australian place. Especially, their coffee culture is amazing and this place did not by any means feel minutely close to how good the coffee is when you try a good café from Melbourne or Auckland. Which made me a bit sad, I miss it out there and would love to go back as soon as possible.
Excellent coffee! The piccolo is great, and I bought some Ghost Rider beans to bring back home with me. I got the Hash Wrap, I wasn’t obsessed with it: potatoes were a bit bland, but the pork belly was good.
Lets be honest, if you are coming here, you are likely coming for the coffee. Which is amazing. The food options are limited yet tasty, and a handful of somewhat unique offerings will undoubtedly keep me coming back. The offerings lean towards pricey, for what they are, yet you could say that its worth it. No indoor seating, yet I did end up with a table outside in the roadside seating area, despite how busy it was. It may get better as restrictions ease up.
Super cool place with amazing food. Tried the avocado toast and ordered a latte with oat milk. Deffo going back.
Delicious coffee and pastries. VERY busy on weekends but worth the wait. Currently all seating is outdoors only.
It’s rare to find such good coffee at a place that has a full menu of food. However if any one will master this, it would be an Aussie.Stop in for a perfect flat white. Stay for amazing food.
This is a wonderful little brunch spot! Make sure to get there before youre hungry since there is a wait ;). The seating is mostly shared and bar seating especially if youre in a smaller party. The food is Instagram worthy every time it comes out and there is a great selection of coffee. A little pricey but there are side dishes too but definitely a good place to check out!
My husband and I absolutely love proud Mary! It’s our favorite coffee shop / restaurant here in Portland. Everything from the service, to the coffee and food is amazing. It’s worth every penny for the foodie experience. The avocado toast is one of my favorites in town, the hash is delicious as well as the honey Dutch cake to share! 5 stars always! We love this local place!
Good coffee. Pretty good food. They wont let you have tap water - you have to buy bottled water which is very disappointing and (quite literally) trashy. Bring your own water!
Beautifully presented original as well as familiar dishes served alongside special coffee. Great energy from our server. We asked for some advice on local sights and she helped us figure out the best plan. We did not have to wait for a table when we arrived on a Friday before 10am but there seemed to be a small line when we left. Very charming location with shops along the street.
The lady at the front desk cashier had a very bad attitude. I dare to ask for cream and sugar. Couldn’t believe how rude she was about it. It’s in poor taste and it’s an obvious tactic to yell out, would you like to leave a tip when it’s right in the iPad the percentage customers would like to tip. Other than her, loved Portland !!!
One of the most memorable, rich yet light, and satisfying breakfasts I’ve ever had. And the presentation? Holy smokes, like a beautiful spring flower garden. A bit pricey for a craft cup of coffee, but legitimately amazing and intricate flavors. The restaurant is well designed though can be crowded, so if you want weekend brunch, prepare to wait.
We were able to get in just in time before the wait began so that was my first good experience. My first bad experience was the fact that the water they give you comes in a bottle and they offer 2 glasses for you to fill on your own. They switch the bottles once they’re empty but they don’t fill the bottles with cold water so what you pour into your glass is lukewarm tap water. I had to ask for a glass of ice. I definitely think they should have a pitcher of ice water to refill the bottles. It’s a really simple thing. The second good experience was the dollar mocha which tasted delicious! I hadn’t been before and didn’t know what to expect really. I wasn’t really into the menu other than a simple buttered toast and eggs with a side of kale. Everything else seemed entirely new to me and I wasn’t sure what I would and wouldn’t like so I ordered what I knew I’d enjoy and I did. I hadn’t realized the most simple and cheapest meal would be so much. It came with 2 large slices of bread and egg prepared to your choosing on top. The toast was buttered to perfection. If you have multiple kiddos I would definitely suggest ordering that for them to share. All in all, aside from the water, I really enjoyed the food and the friendly and quick service. I would suggest to look at the menu before going. My wife picked it out so I was able to comprise with the eggs and toast.
Proud Mary is such a gem of a coffee shop. The food and service is amazing. Definitely get the Brunswick Beans (savory and warming on a rainy day) and split a dessert. WiFi is a bit hit or miss so plan to talk to your breakfast partner in crime or do a bit of uninterrupted writing. Coffee is A+ - I got 2 bags to go.
Delicious, cute Cafe with a fun coffee menu (we did a custom flight!) and oh my goodness the food was so, so tasty. Got the grain bowl (super spicy, even for me!) and avo toast. Always great to see different variations of avo toast. The chutney was a great touch. Wrapped up with the carrot cake which had the perfect consistency and a fun touch with pistachios on top. Not to mention, the decor, plates and glasses were all unique. Highly recommend!
Had the crab omelette & Dutch honey hotcakes both were delicious. The Dutch honey hotcakes was on the sweeter side but balanced with the savory crab omelette. Also had the proud bloody Mary & the boozy suzie. Wait staff was attentative and friendly. Inside was decorated very well. Bathrooms were finished nicely. Easy to spot off Alberta. Street parking.
This is hands down my favorite place to visit. The staff always remembers my husband, myself, as well as my kids. They make a huge effort to be engaging and kind every single time we visit. Their food and drinks are phenomenal, but I absolutely come back for the staff. Great job you guys- we appreciate you!
I agree that drinks and beans might be a bit expensive but the single origins are well within expectations and absolutely tastey. Went Th morning around 10:30 and the dude at the register was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. The shot I had (Kenya Chania Estate AA) was pulled very well and very flavorful. Gotta hand it to QC and the baristas.
I didn’t have the chance to dine in since I was walking by, but their ‘walk- by’ window filled with pastries is dangerous because I wanted to try everything! I really like that I didn’t have to go in to buy my goodies, the register window out front was quick for being on the go.The house made strawberry, white chocolate and coconut muffin hit the spot for a chilly day and I definitely will stop by again for more!Why did the espresso keep checking his watch?Because he was pressed for time 🤣☕️
If youre looking for a healthy take on breakfast this is the place to go we had the honey hot cakes and the Dungeness crab omelette we also had the Proud Mary Bloody Mary which had the most delicious maple bacon in it and the Boozy Susie which is a different take on a mimosa both were delicious... the sound system took me back to the 70s with their turntable. We will both be back
What a disappointment...Drove 30 mins out of our way to experience the Australian way of coffee.The baristas ruined the whole experience. They were extremely rude and would roll their eyes at the simplest question. They seemed annoyed, were not helpful at all, and ONLY smiled when they asked how much we wanted to tip.They were out of many items as well and would simply say we are out of that. Not even a sorry or a recommendation based on what we wanted to order. The iced chai was extremely watery. The nitro coffee was good. The Australian iced coffee was milky which if you are into that, thats great. Not trying to hate on their coffee because it was good but honestly their sassiness made it my worst coffee shop visit in PDX.If you are looking for good coffee theres hundreds of other coffee shops that are 100x better. Do not bother with this one
The food (even down to the clever menu names) is perfect. The coffee is worth the price. The service is always fantastic. Yes, there are crowds. Yes, its a bit on the spendier side for Portland dining, but its worth every penny and moment waiting. If youre visiting Portland, add to it to your must-list.
We had a few different coffee drinks here. The nitro snap chill was ok, but the oat milk piccollos we had were incredible. Whatever blend they use for their espresso drinks is just delicious: acidic, but not sour; sweet with berry and nut flavors and a clean finish. I wish I would have thought to pick up a bag, and I will definitely be coming back if I can and sampling more of their roasts.
Wow! Breakfast food at its best! I had the hash with the pouched egg and sauce on the side #allergygirl. It was delicious. Salad greens were fresh, potatoes done perfectly and the ham was not fatty and grilled just a little crispy on the edges yum! Great presentation. Friendly staff. My only disappointment was my tea, the water was luke warm. Oh and they even had a toy area for kids!
My go to spot for a small breakfast. I usually order a bakery item (the blueberry, coconut and white chocolate muffin is my favourite) and a oak milk latte.I have tried the vegan burrito and a few other bakery items that did not disappoint. If youre looking for a brunch place, Id definitely head somewhere else, but for a quick breakfast, this is my joint.**go before 9 AM, Im an early riser so I hardly ever have to wait.
OMG - best hash browns I’ve ever had! Super good spot for breakfast!
Amazing breakfast! We got two pour over coffees, the brekkie sanga (breakfast sandwich) and the hash wrap. Don’t miss the hash wrap- it was one of the best breakfast burritos we’ve had. Friendly service and tasty eats/drinks!
Delicious and interesting menu. Had the potato hash and was impressed by the twist on a classic. The anchovie flavor paired well with the egg, bacon, potatoes, and greens. Avocado toast is also fresh, and delicious. Coffee was also well prepared, strong, and flavorful.
What an amazing food this place has! It is really tasty.Food: Hotcake, Potato HashDrink: Latte (double expresso)
Incredible cafe.Wonderful coffee, teas, juices and the food is heavenly. Challenging menu with eclectic choices that are cooked to perfection and push your pallet to new delights.A must visit place.Warning. Wait time can get insane
Some of the best coffee in the city but they seem to always mess up our food orders. twice we’ve found meat in dishes we were told are vegetarian and only noticed when we got home.
The staff are always pleasant, the food is always great, and the coffee is some of the best in the city
After reading several reviews of Proud Mary Cafe, we selected this restaurant as our early Father’s Day venue. I loved the space, which can only be described as hip and relaxed. It features an open space kitchen and a coffee bar. The food was creative and delicious. I would have given Proud Mary 5 Stars, however the service was not on par and seemed more snobby than friendly.
Incredible coffee and such sweet employees! Highly recommend the La Forest Wush Wush. Incredible experience and it was worth every penny ❤
Great for espresso aficionados/snobs (said with love). Had the breakfast sashimi, which is a good, light meal. The fish can change so its not always salmon/trout as seen in one of the photos here... mine came with albacore. Im from NYC and the Aussie cafe takeover is a few years in, but great to have a solid option in PDX.
The vegan breakfast burrito and the coconut blueberry muffin were so good! We just ate at our kitchen counter, but it felt like we could have been eating at a cafe in Australia. That sounds silly but the food is really high quality and unique. Also love their beans and iced coffee.
They try too hard to distinguish themselves as eclectic, fusion-driven flavorful organic food. Too many ingredients, too many colors, and flowers on food. I get it, it appeals to a specific demographic but it defeats the purpose of dining at a restaurant for its food. For that matter, the folks are extremely friendly and service-oriented, but their service processes are weak: slow service, slow to be seated, to be served, and to get the food. Even getting the bill takes an exorbitant amount of time. Pork sandwich: liquid smoke flavor + Vietnamese style ingredients on a black brioche bun? A mismatch of flavor. Pancake with sweat cream and honey? Too sweat even for dessert. Coffee: excellent, but not worth the wait. Order to go and eat your food in the car.
This is one of the few places that serve Geisha coffee beans. Their pour over is excellent, many places over or under extract but not here! The flavor is always full bodied and bright. The variety of coffee beans to choose from is also very nice!
We biked here on a beautiful Saturday morning and had an awesome experience. They had tunes blasting, a beautifully built socially distanced outdoor dining area and a flock of people who all knew about the best breakfast spot on Alberta. Their handheld eats were flavorful and inventive, and the coffee was #2 in Portland (behind Heart). Can’t wait to come back here to try out the rest of the menu.
Superb, great food, excellent staff, talented kitchen and baristas, one of our favorite breakfast/brunch spots in Portland. The iced mocha is next level tasty, not to be missed...
Great service and delicious food. If you like tea, i highly recommend ordering one of their teas.
My colleagues and I had a good time here. We enjoy the food and conversation.
The ultimate stop for BOTH coffee and food in Portland Oregon.Espresso Flight if you are into coffee.Potatoes Hash for the hungry you.
Very high quality pour over. Showcasing some unique and sustainable beans.
Excellent coffee, fantastic food, great design! The selection of tea and the tea serving implements were very nice too! Cant wait to return!
It would be difficult to make food better than Proud Mary does. Both the savory and the sweet dishes are outstanding. Trendy ambiance and pleasant service. Very nice coffees (the only negative is that there are no free refills on even the regular brew coffee).
My new favorite spot for brunch! Great coffee, and definitely unforgettable brunch dishes! Go early to avoid the long waiting line to get in.
It was my first time here today but it wont be my last. First of all, Service was amazing! While we waited for our food, i noticed that there seemed to be a lot of regulars ordering food and coffee here and the only reason Im assuming they are regulars is because they all seemed familiar with the order taker and the other employees. To me it shows a lot about a place if you have repeated customers coming back excited to order their food and drinks again and again. Food was delicious and coffee was outstanding. I cannot remember what coffee I got but it was smoooooth. I got the egg sandwich which comes with a delicious sauce in it. I also tried some of the breakfast burrito and that was amazing as well. This place has a wonderful outdoor dining area. They also had heaters under their tables to keep you warm and it feels like they really care about their customers. Give this place a try because Im pretty sure youll like it.
Review is only for their coffee because I got it to go but the spot looks super cool. The food that they brought out looked creative, healthy, and fresh and I’d love to try it one day. You place your order when you walk in (if you’re just ordering coffee) and then pick up at the bar.
Third time here! The place is amazing! The food is Auss-ome and the staff are friendly and inviting. You can tell strive to exceed every expectation.P.S the green is good smoothie is bomb!
Easily my favorite place to visit directly from the airport. Portland has plenty of great coffee & food options, but starting at Proud Mary really set the bar high. The wait was short (10 minutes for 6 people), the staff was so nice & communicative, the food was so stellar and the coffee was delicious! The interior is beautiful, as well as the dishes & menus. They’ve really got it figured out! Counting down the weeks for my next PNW trip so I can visit again!The only thing I might add is that there’s no big sign hanging anywhere, just a chalkboard sign on the sidewalk and the door has the logo on it. Don’t miss it!!
So good! We really want Proud Mary to thrive in Portland and be an establishment. PDX has a lot of wonderful coffee, but PM is one of few cafes with quality pourovers. We love their beans for making pourovers at home. I occasionally travel to SFO for work, and I daresay Proud Marys coffee is better than Blue Bottle and less corporate. PM also has excellent food & pastries. Any coffee lover has to try it!
SO SO good! Also, great vegan and GF options. We will be back.
Absolutely breathtaking space, kind, wonderful staff, and a bustling environment. The coffee and food are truly cared for and while it can be packed on the weekends, is well worth the wait for the experience.
Better marketing than coffee IMO, have not tried the food.
Amazing food amazing service! Will definitely be back!!
The best coffee experience Ive had in Portland. Amazing environment, even better coffee. All of this matched by knowledgeable bariatas to bring it to life. Cant wait to return.
One of the best cafés not just in Portland, but in the country. Everything they do at Proud Mary is on another level. From beautifully plated food made from the best ingredients (and local ingredients too - supporting local farmers and makers) to tasty and rare coffees, this place is definitely worth a visit. I go once a week, at least. A bit more spendy, but for good reason. Think, quality over quantity. You’re paying for local produce, high quality ingredients, and hard work in the kitchen. Coffee is more expensive there because the coffee farmers are getting paid a fair wage. I’m happy to spend a little more knowing that ❣️ Everyone there is super nice as well, and willing to accommodate you in any way they can. Plus every time I’ve been in, the music they play has been amazing. Not generic cafe music but really good tunes. Basically... just go there and see for yourself.
Mind blowing food and excellent service! An absolute “must visit” place when in Portland!
I just stopped in for a coffee. Leave was a little busy bit only a twenty min wait for Sunday brunch. Staff is friendly and seem to be working hard to keep the flow going.
Super delicious food for take out during Covid. We got vegan avocado toast, beet salad, potatoes, a decaf latte and a flat white and everything was decadent and tasty. It was a wonderful meal! Their sidewalk window makes pickup safe because you dont even need to go inside.
What a fabulous find! Great food and coffee. The atmosphere is on point!
Sweet little spot with phenom food and coffee. Stef was a great server!
My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our first time here and all agree that well be back. I had the curried shrimp omelet and it was delicious. It hit all the right notes, was filling, but not too much.
New favorite! Great GF stuff and special French toast!
Delicious, substantial food and drink. Stylish atmosphere. Nice service.
Great place and amazing staff. Food is bit unusual but good. Cauliflower dish is spicy, be careful 😀
Non-pretentious Australia-based cafe. In addition to the expansive selections of coffee, great choices of tea and creative smoothie but the best of all, their foods are simply gorgeous. I had the most beautiful avocado toast Ive ever seen (and tastes awesome). The friendly staff is always a plus.
Imaginative adaptations on dishes from around the world. Fresh, healthy, and delicious!
They have awesome food worth the wait, but the guy that was handing out orders needs to try some decaf in the morning.
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