Behind The Museum Café - Portland

I don't usually go out of my way to leave reviews (mostly because I forget but as I'm creating a list of Portland recommendations for some visiting friends, this is one cafe at the top of my list! We discovered this spot a couple months ago and have been in twice. The atmosphere is so so so restful and inspiring. The staff was friendly both times. Most importantly, the ceremonial usucha matcha was great quality and properly prepared. The desserts were lovely; the matcha and hojicha brownies are the same served at the Portland Japanese Garden! Food wise, we've only had the onigiri so far and those were enjoyable it's just nice to find a casual spot that serves it without hiking up prices (we look forward to trying more food and dessert items . The displayed art is also available for purchase so it's fun to see what's on the walls when you walk in; it's also just a very beautiful space to sit in thanks to the mix of the art, architecture and window light. My husband and I aim to drop by here at every opportunity when we pass through the downtown area :

Food is delicious and the service is outstanding. I will return on another trip to Portland.

Some nice vegan options in a lovely café behind the Portland Art Museum. Ordered miso soup and asked if it contained dashi flakes. I was told no so I went to sit down and wait for my order. The server called me back and apologized, saying that the miso in fact contained dashi. Very nice of her to double check. But be sure not to order miso soup!

Matcha-Drink was in order, sugar on the floor. would skip next time. the matcha soft simulation was not bad, definitiw better than the hojicha. the hojicha brownie was definitiw not for us if I would order the next time only the matcha soft voice

All right. they serve rice triangles for food. I wasn't a fan, but the friend loves her. the environment was busy and it is small. I'm not a fan, but this is a place they love or not. the service is great, however.