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Coffee shops near Portland State University

28coffee shops within 1 mile
9within a ten-minute walk
86%independent, not chains

Open map listings put 28 coffee shops within a mile of Portland State University, 9 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 100 within 3 miles. The busiest streets are 6th Ave (3) and 12th Ave (3).

The closest coffee shops to Portland State University

Chosen local-first, then listed by distance from campus: a starting point, not a ranking. Listings from Overture Maps open data (September 2026); they carry no prices or opening hours, so check before you go.

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What to order

  • A cortado or flat white — To judge espresso and milk.
  • Pour-over — To taste the beans.
  • Drip coffee — If you need it fast.
  • A pastry — If baked in-house or by a good bakery.

How to spot a good one

  • Fresh-roasted beans — Roasted within the last few weeks, with a roast date on the bag. Many good shops roast their own or name their roaster.
  • Espresso pulled with care — Not bitter or sour. A good cortado or flat white is the easiest test.
  • Milk steamed properly — Silky microfoam, not big bubbles or scalded milk.

The whole picture is in the coffee guide.

Questions about coffee shops near Portland State University

How many coffee shops are near Portland State University?
Open map listings put 28 coffee shops within a mile of Portland State University, 9 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 100 within 3 miles. About 86% are independent rather than chains.
Which coffee shops are closest to Portland State University?
Chit Chat Cafe (0.2 mi), Park Avenue Cafe (0.2 mi), Olé Latte Coffee (0.2 mi), Behind The Museum Cafe (0.3 mi) and 1201 Cafe and Lounge (0.4 mi).
Where are most coffee shops near Portland State University?
The busiest streets are 6th Ave (3) and 12th Ave (3).

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