Vivace

09/03/09

Lovely little coffee shop

by peanut630

This place is awesome. I would rate it a 5 hands down in the evening and a 1 in the morning. The guys at night make great crepes and coffee - they're bagels are pretty darn good as well. But I never go to this place in the morning anymore - the last thing I want in the morning is a snotty counter girl/barista who messes up your order and then acts like you are the idiot. This is not a one time thing either - it's an every time thing with her.

Anywho, it's a great place to sit outside in the evening or up in one of the tables by a window - perfect people watching.

• Pros: Coffee, crepes and evening staff
• Cons: Snotty morning/daytime female counter girl

01/11/09

I hesitate to give 5 stars because I want this place all to myself!

by caitlynpdx44

Vivace is one of my favorite places to go in all of Portland. And I wish it wasn't so popular.

It's a lovely old house, big windows and fantastic coffee. If Eric is making your coffee that day, you should feel lucky. Best Barista ever.

I would argue, best cafe in Portland. That I know of. And I love coffee.

It's just an added bonus that they make the best crepes (second only to Le Happy) in Portland.

mmm I love Vivace.

But no... stay away.... it's mine.

• Pros: well made Stumptown coffee, tasty food, big windows, peaceful but fun.
• Cons: Need bigger signs telling the dumb-dumbs to bus their own tables.

11/16/08

Excellent Breakfast Crepes, Espresso's & Atmosphere

by PDXTown33

This is a great place to get together with a small group of a few friends and enjoy Fabulous crepes, expresso drinks and visit. Highly recommended..!

• Pros: Excellent Crepes & Espresso Drinks, Great Atmosphere
• Cons: Limited Seating, Order at Counter