11/29/08

Simply the best- try the breakfast sandwiches!

by ffiore

Jim and Patty's is a staple in my life based on the habanero mocha alone. I love the combo of spicy and sweet; add coffee to the mix and you're in heaven. And if you're not into hot pepper, they have numerous other delicious coffee drinks. No one I have taken there has ever had a disappointing drink- and I've taken quite a few people! Unlike a previous reviewer, I have never received poor service here. Everyone has been fun and friendly. True, it may be slightly slower and more crowded than a Starbucks, and the reason is simply the high quality.

I have only recently discovered the breakfast sandwiches here, and they are amazing. Made on a hot, fresh biscuit, I always get the bacon/egg/cheese with a tomato. Some days that's just the only thing that will satisfy me. With that and my habanero mocha, this is my ideal place for a Portland rainy morning.

• Pros: Delicious coffee drinks, lots of variety on the menu, delicious breakfast sandwiches!

10/25/08

Bad investment and bad service/ overpriced drinks

by tod46

First of all, I had reservations about going to the new coffee shop after Jim and Patty bilked their investors by cashing out on Coffee People and watching it tank. Secondly, I stood in line with two of my children for at least 10 minutes at a register that was apparently not in use. Patty walked by and did not say a thing, other than chat with her employee. After several minutes of standing and getting no attention, I finally asked the man in front of me making espresso if I was standing in the wrong line (which he could have easily told me 10 minutes prior). He said "uh, yeah.. the line is over there...". We had to walk to the end of the line that had 6 people by now... all of whom were behind us when we arrived. I finally just took my children and left. Obviously investing AND customer service are not their strong points. I would suggest the Turkish coffee place next door, or even... God forbid, Starbucks.

• Pros: average coffee drinks
• Cons: overpriced, bad service, and bad karma from owners who sold out their investors.

03/17/08

The old favorite is still here.

by Joylie

The atmosphere was very relaxed and pleasant, the staff friendly and prompt, and the coffee, as always, delicious. Their attractive display of baked goods all looked appetizing. Like the reviewer before me, I can also recommend the sausage biscuit, which made a satisfying breakfast treat along with my cream-topped mocha.

My main reason for posting a review, however, is to update the store hours: They ARE open on Sundays, from 8 - 4 p.m.

• Pros: Good coffee, pastry, and service.