The review is a little bit overdue... hope Public Domain will reopen soon!I had a good cup of soy latte and vegan blueberry muffin (from Shoefly). Service was very friendly and I loved the bright color and decor of the shop that emits a sense of warmth on a chilly, raining September morning.

Really great coffee, with a good vibe. Has a nice couch and some tables, some higher tables and some low ones. The service is great, theyre extremely friendly and welcoming and have good attention if needed.Got fantastic brewed black coffee (+ free refills) and gluten free, vegan, and normal pastures. Got some rotating speciality drinks, had one with a house made syrup that was fantastic.

It is difficult to dislike a coffee shop that serves “Prometheus Blend” for its espresso. The relaxing vibe, house-made syrups, and precision espresso elevates Public Domain to a standout cafe’ in a city where it would be easy to get lost in the local coffee scene. The focus on coffee as an experience makes this a unique shop anyone to try!

Excellent spot for a relaxing cup of coffee. Got a bag to take home with me, and thats good as well. They had a nice amount of pastries as well, though I didnt try any. Would definitely visit again.

Absolutely loved this place! The coffee is amazing! Even the decaf tasted like real coffee. Cant say enough good things about this place.

Working in downtown Portland and was looking for a coffee shop. Love Pubkic domain, comfortable space to work and good lighting. Service great and the coffee was roasted perfectly.

After a day of travel, Im so glad I stopped in at Public Domain on my way to my hotel. A friendly, helpful guy steered me to an amazing sun-dried tomato and cheese croissant that was deeeelectable. The barista set me up with a rich, deeply flavorful cafe mocha with surprising layers of flavor. Next level coffee! Yummy!

Excellent cup of coffee here, great lattes, and the chai was also very tasty. Came here for a pick me up after over indulging at the Saturday Market, the service was good, there was ample seating for my group, and it is close to our hotel.

Incredible place. Posted up here for half the day. Their cold brew chai is to die for. Brilliant place to do work, friendly staff, and a superb atmosphere.This is the coffee shop to come to in PDX

Excellent cappuccino and croissants. the everything croissant is too good

Excellent coffee in a great location!

Great coffee shop in downtown Portland.Service was friendly and the coffee was a well extracted brew. Variety of sweet snacks also available. Recommend if you are in the area.

Cool coffee shop in the heart of downtown. Very friendly and talented barista

If you want a great expresso, go there 😊

The taste and smell of the coffee was good.

Good coffee, good tea, great staff, lovely coffee art :)

Very Good coffee! Not my fav almond croissant!

Oh man, the first sip of their coffee and I knew I was in a good place.Do you know that sadness near the end of a cup? You’re maybe 75% through it, it’s starting to get luke-warm instead of hot and you have to make a choice - drink it all now or risk it getting cold.And it’s so good that you don’t want to finish it, because then it’s over, but it’s zenith has passed and you just need to get on and enjoy what’s left.There is an answer; buy another one you fool.I had an 11 night stay in Portland and I did get around a fair few coffee places, this was easily the best and the only one I wanted to go back to. I even bought some beans to take back home with me.Food is also great, not much choice but super tasty.

Calm atmosphere and delicious coffee.

The service here is absolutely great. The two guys are fun and easy to talk to. They have unlimited refills on their house drip coffee which is a really nice perk. Their chai tea was incredible. Its not an overly sweet chai as most lattes are, and it was very enjoyable. They offer vegan pastries which is great for those seeking tasty options. The food menu does contain a vegetarian burrito, which didnt take long to heat up. The ambiance is great to get some work done on a laptop as well. I only wish they were open later, but till then, I shall enjoy my early afternoons here.

Nice calm place to sip a cup of coffee

Great atmosphere for a conversation and nice dark espresso

Good espresso. Nice, low-key coffee shop a block away from PioSqr.

The coffee here is pretty good. Limited seating though. Seems to be more of a to go place. Worth going to during a slower period.

Chill easy lounge feel. Smooth less bitter strong drip. Not so good Chai latte.

We went here on a Sunday afternoon and it was one of the worst experiences Ive had at a coffee shop. We were ignored for the first two minutes while the barista cleaned dishes, then when we ordered and told her we had our own 16oz tumbler she rolled her eyes and acted like it was a huge inconvenience. We asked for the coffee that came with the refills which she also ignored. When we went to get our refill she said that shed already given us a lot and she would fill it again halfway once. What was the point of paying for, or offering refills if they dont honor them?Im giving 2 stars instead of one only because they roast their own beans. Id love to support more local businesses but terrible customer service will keep me far away from this one.

Great cozy environment, right in downtown.

This place has always been good to me. Its not on every corner like a Starbucks or Peets Coffee. And thats a good thing. Went in there this morning, picked up a cup on my way to start my shift. I forgot how good this coffee was!! I love this place

Would recommend trying this place out! They are open during quarantine and the shop heads are always around. Such a wonderful vibe and perfect drinks!

Great place for coffee and cookies

Great coffe made by courteous baristas in a hip modern atmosphere. No white mochas here which was a bummer but their vanilla latte made an acceptable substitute

Great coffee, lovely dairy free options! Great pour over coffee and beautiful lavender espresso tonic!

MY COFEE WAS SO NAPPY. NEVER AGAIN ;(.

My kind of place for the best spot for a cup of coffee

I love this place and would probably say its the best coffee shop Ive visited in Portland. It is the BEST latte Ive ever had and their coffee makes the best cold brew weve ever made. So smooth and delicious.

Nice setting. Lots of seating. The people working there were super nice. The latte I ordered was pretty good. Affordable for the area. I once saw Karl Anthony Towns here. If its good enough for an NBA player, its good.

Thank you for providing paper straws. People’s entitlement to and dependence on single use plastics is ridiculous, I don’t get how anyone could be upset by a paper straw.

Why are you sitting there, reading Google reviews, instead of getting coffee at Public Domain? Its outstanding, now go get yourself some joe!

Their slogan says it all.Coffee should be an experience, not a routine. And at PD it is not a routine, if I lived in Portland, I would make my daily coffee EXPERIENCE a ROUTINE by going here every day. The drink menu is not a litany of sugary desserts disguised as coffee drinks. It is short with the classics all done to perfection in a warm happy vibe of professional baristas doing their thing.

What an excellent spot for a quick Joe or a nice warming cup of tea. Their chia tea is exceptional and the cute designs made by the staff will have you smiling each sip. Great small fresh bites to eat and a very relaxing environment. I believe if your having writers block this would be your spot or if you feel like being a regular this might be the spot for you. I also believe in taking a to go cup and just walking around the neighborhood great views all around. Street parking meters near by.

Very good lattes. Great balance of flavor in my vanilla latte without the overpowering sweetness Starbucks is known for. Emphasis on the coffee, not the syrup.

House regular coffee was bitter, overly concentrated, and obviously outside the optimal drinking window. Ive had better coffee in a hotel lobby. Seem like they just throw in a huge scoopful of pre-ground beans and dont pay attention to the roasting date. Why should I come to your coffee shop to get that? And why is it so difficult for supposed high end coffee shops to figure out? You roast the beans on this date. You wait 3 days then begin serving it. That will last around a week and then its done. Figure out how much coffee you need and never serve past-due coffee. Its not super complicated!

This coffee shop was located across the street from the Marriott Downtown City Center Hotel, so it was an easy place to get to for doing some work. Ordered the small latte, and it came promptly with the aesthetic latte art you typically see the latte was smooth and tasty. They give you free refills for the drip coffee which my colleague got. The WiFi was a bit slow and there was a dearth of outlets but still a good place to get work done. They have bags of coffee for sale and some food, though I didn’t try it. The barista was very friendly and the place had chill vibes where it’s clear they enjoy good coffee but aren’t pretentious about it. Overall a good place to grab some coffee and grind away on the laptop.

The perfect place for an early morning coffee- never mind the day. Solid service providing delicious coffee. I have tasted genuine french croissants and liked the ones served here. you may want to try one ;)

I love this coffee shop. It is probably my favorite coffee shop in all of portland. The baristas there feel like real people. Service is great and the atmosphere is super low key. I love the coffee, it exemplifies proper Italian style coffee.

Meet up w a group here and the place had a nice vibe. Ordered black coffee and the taste was pretty good. The lady serving was super nice! Although her coworker wasnt as spirited as her. Maybe a grumpy morning. 🤷‍♂️

Far superior to Starbucks a block awayat Pioneer Square. I come here, just a short walk. Oh, how bad can coffee get. This is great coffee. Nice outlet and excellent customer service.

Great coffee and very yummy treats. Their seating is pretty limited, so its not the best place to plan a meeting. That being said, if you manage to find a spot inside it can be a very pleasant place to spend some time. If its nice, there are lots of options to sit outside in the surrounding blocks.

This was our go to coffee shop while we were in Portland. Good coffee with free refills on their drip coffee and they had several to choose from while there. Juat a nice place to seat, enjoy a cup and plan your day.

I asked the attendant which pastry was her favorite and she pointed without hesitation to the Banana muffin. It was heaven! Moist and full of flavor. I pair it with a Hibiscus tea and the combination set me up for a promising day in Portland. I would recommend.

Good coffee and a small selection of assorted pastries. If you order the drip coffee it comes with a free refill. The space is very open with a good amount of seating with space to get work done. Cant ask for much more from a coffee shop!

The best coffee in portland !!!! in the city center, you will be delighted to enjoy the delicious coffee prepared right for you. This is not a Starbucks fast food restaurant. This is a quality coffee made by professionals.

The coffee is delicious! Public Domain uses local vendors to make their mouthwatering coffee. The baristas are always kind and the ambiance is chill. I would definitely recommend this place for studying, hanging with friends, or just chilling by yourself.

One of the first third wave coffee places to start in downtown PDX. Very, very, good coffee. Great service and some pastries for the hungry. Nice place to meet one person. Its not suitable for larger groups due to the layout and setup of tables. Come on your own or take one friend. No more.

One of my fave places with some of my fave people. Their staff is the best!!! Always a pleasure visiting.

Great local coffee joint! Support local!

Great latte severed perfectly. Their beans are roasted well and the coffee I had was balanced.

Phenomenal espresso. Scored some great (free) beans!

A nice environment. Theyve got free WiFi, which is nice, and small tables and bars to sit at. Good prices, not too incredibly high (especially relative to the other shops in the area). Definitely recommend.

Excellent coffee ☕️

Friendly staff and nice modern ambience in store. Visited on a Saturday and was served straight away mid morning. Requested and served a solid flat white which was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely visit again, especially if you are particular about your coffee.

Excellent service! Delicious Cold Brew!

Great customer service, great coffee, great food!

Delicious coffee, perhaps a bit spendy, at a hip downtown location. Much better than the Starbucks at Pioneer Square, which this location is around the corner from... So come here instead! Also they have some light breakfast options which I have not tried. The coffee to go is much cheaper than the mugs for staying, inexplicably, although I guess they justify that by the free refill. (Give just a quick mug for here for 2 bucks, huh? 😎☕)

Great people and coffee! They are pros, while we were sitting there, a group of entitled middle-aged folks came in. They ordered something not on the menu and proceeded to complain loudly about the outcome. Staff handled it expertly. They offered to make something comparable but the woman continued to cause a scene. We will come back but hope to not be sitting next to such ungrateful people.

First time visit. Worst mocha I’ve ever had, couldn’t taste the coffee, chocolate had no flavor, and it was lukewarm at best. Don’t understand how they have so many great reviews. Never again for me.

I love the staff. They make fun of people who leave ridiculous low reviews because their latte art wasn’t good. Oh yea, and their coffee is pretty good.

We visited Public Domain during our last visit to Portland a few years ago and remembered it being exceptional. The memory was much better than this experience. Public Domain is just another run of the mill establishment in a sea of espresso joints. The pastries and coffee were good -- but you would expect no less from a coffee house.

Stuffy, played out, and self aggrandizing, public domain is your run of the mill, pintrist inspired designed, cookie cuter hipster coffee shop. The short line took ages to pass and the staff was nothing but apathetic about creating the experience they boast. For the care an attention they claim to have for the quality of their products, the espresso was gritty and tasted of gristle, and the chai was under spiced and over prepared. 10/10 would not recommend

Our favorite downtown stop. High quality espresso drinks made with artistic and taste intention.

Had the mocha. It didnt have the chocolate or espresso didnt have the depth as some of its competitors.

Really well pulled espresso, and thanks for the Ethiopian suggestion to the barista.The cinnamon roll was really, really good. Surprisingly so, as many are sub par so where ever you get your bakery from hats off.Small store so if youre there at a busy time it may be a bit cramped but its a coffee house and this didnt bother my early morning visit.Ill be back and I would recommend to any one to stop here instead of going across the street to 4 bucks.

Love the coffee here and laid back attitude.In house, a bottomless cup can last a long time! So, sit down, bring your laptop and do the thing that you do so well - chill out at your own pace!Being at the Nines or the Westin - its a perfect spot!

Simply put, if you want an honest to goodness real coffee experience, you need to go here. Ive worked in coffee many years, and public domain is my favorite. A real credit to the baristas who use excellent technique to make a truly great cup of coffee.Dont be fooled into thinking that Stumptown is the only great coffee in Portland. This understated cafe has great views of the city and is central to many great downtown spots. Do yourself a favor and skip the Starbucks down the street.

I went here for the first time thinking Id find some delightful coffee treat. Instead I found rude staff and the coffee is fine. I am currently drinking a turmeric latte which when I asked the person at the register to tell me more about it, she curtly mumbled turmeric and spice... yea, no duh I thought. Like I said, its fine and was made quickly but I just cant get over the attitude and unwelcoming nature.

Public Domain is a delicious little coffee shop by the office. Their staff is friendly and helpful, and the coffee tasty. There is not a lot of seating, but its a good spot to have a conversation and a latte!

Technically speaking you arent allowed to make edits to the source code of this coffee but overall that did not make for an unpleasant experience (even if they might sue you for making fun of their cortado)

One of my favorite coffee shops in Portland! Their cold brew is always delicious, and they have a calm atmosphere inside. The local area is a little sketchy, but... Hey thats Portland for you.

I stop here on my way in to work a lot. I usually get an americano so I cant speak much for the rest of the drinks but everyone is always very friendly even though its early in the morning! Very chill vibe in here, nice amount of seating, not loud or pretentious like some coffee shops

Public Domain has excellent coffee and its obvious they take pride in their work. The ambiance is a little too stark for my personal tastes but it is definitely stylish. I come here with my partner fairly often, its his favorite coffee place in Portland.

My favorite coffee in the world. Having traveled extensively I continue to use Public Domain as the standard for all other coffee. Their cortado is the best way to really enjoy their coffee but the mochas are amazing as well.

Great coffee, nice atmosphere, good prices and best of all super friendly staff. Cant wait to come back to this coffee shop.

This is my go to place to meet people in downtown Portland. Ive probably gone there 15 times or more by now. I always have an iced green or black tea. Theyre always super fast and friendly.

Really nice spot for coffee and espresso drinks. Beautiful La Marzocco machine. Also, they have a cool name for copyright nerds and sell nice swag.

Love this place! The offering is simple and well delivered. The space is comfortable and sleek, with plenty of seating. Appreciate the coffee art, even in a to-go cup.

Ehh good coffee, but I cant seem to find a plug-in for my laptop so I can continue writing my screenplay!

Excellent place if you love coffee that’s true to taste. They don’t overload their lattes with sugar, which I love. Don’t expect a super sweet Dunkin Donuts experience!

Peaceful and minimalistic decor. Great staff.

Good coffee in downtown

Really nice staff so a billion points for that. What is lacking is dairy options (no fat free milk) and sweetener options (no Stevia or similar). Enjoyed my 2% cappuccino, though!

Fantastic place roasting their own coffee. They have high speed wi-fi and free refills, making it one of my favorite places to do work around town. Its usually pretty busy but they have a communal high top table in the back where you can usually find a spot.

What a wonderful place! Best coffee we’ve had for three weeks of touring Oregon. Lovely staff and great company.

Coffee by the numbers is why I can recommend this place. $1.75 for 24oz coffee (12oz mug + free refill) is quite a good deal! Other aspects of this coffee shop such as service, decor and seating are average. Variety is also low as well.

10 out of 10 highly recommend. We visited here from Texas and will definitely be back

Good coffee. Free refills! The guy told me a story. Really nice atmosphere. Prime people watching location off of Alder in downtown.

The best Americano I have had.

Chai Prana was delicious. Service fast, professional and welcoming. Easy to find. Parking was easy. Easy walk from MAX light rail.

Superb espresso. They usually have two or three choices of espresso. Nice place to sit and watch the city go by.

Good coffee, a little on the pricey side, but not the most expensive in town. Their pastry selection has improved a lot since my last visit.

Great atmosphere, and they brew an exceptional cup of coffee. Great place for getting work done or just picking up a drink.