Absolutely phenomenal. Start to finish. The coffee is awesome, the energy and vibe of this place is just lovely.

I had the honor of tasting London fog, Hojicha Matcha, Spro shooter, and some baked goods (Chocolate Banana nut bread, Pecan Maple scones, and Alfrajores Dulce De Leche Cookie).All 3 beverages were tasty, just depends on what youre craving. Theflavor that was to my liking would be the London fog and Hojicha Matcha. But the shooter did assist with the caffeine. The baked goods were tasty, Id recommend the Chocolate banana bread. Also, the baristas were very kind & lovely ladies.

Very nice staff. the place is very modern and so relaxing. If you’re a visitor, Save time & Order online before you go.

Great Coffee Shop on the outskirts of Little Italy. They offer terrific coffee and some scrumptious eats as well. Inside and outside seating available.

Good quality coffee, no complaints about that. As with most cafes in the US though, I wish there was more of a push towards sustainability and less towards the convenience of “to go” packaging regardless of where the customer’s consuming their drink. As others have said, ordering is via a tablet, which still asks for a tip (odd?). Very Portal indeed… Hello Wheatley!

The loveliest staff, most consistently crafted cappuccinos in SD, and great vibes on the patio. Love it. This is the cool coffee hangout Little Italy needs. And for those who need carbs with caffeine, be warned their ever growing selection of top notch pastries sell out!

A chill atmosphere to get some work done or chat with a friend. You order on a tablet and receive everything in to-go packaging. Tried the cold brew with vanilla and oatmilk (only 10 cent charge for oat which is awesome). It was pretty strong but smooth coffee. Also tried the blueberry lemon scone which was okay, would have enjoyed it more warmed up.

Excellent coffee. Visited here twice while staying in San Diego for a few nights. They have a friendly staff and plenty of indoor and nice outdoor seating that I didn’t take advantage of. They also have a great selection of tasty looking pastries. Stop by if you’re in the Little Italy area of San Diego!

Portal is a great coffee shop with an excellent selection of freshly roasted local coffee, great lattes with incredible flavor combinations, and delicious pastries! Add that to their relaxed brick atmosphere and beautiful outdoor patio and super friendly staff, and you have a recipe for a great time at a local coffee shop! Bonus points if you go on a Saturday morning when local DJ Graffick is mixing some smooth but upbeat tunes.

Awesome service! Really seamless and efficient ordering process, and the coffee is stellar! Very fair price for the quality of the beverage too!

Delicious cappuccino and orange cardamom cappuccino 👏🏻 great view too!

Not only does Portal have probably my favorite coffee in San Diego, but I love the way they are serving safely to avoid spreading covid. Theyve got a beautiful patio near the park, spaced out seating, free WiFi. This place is great!

Such a great little find in Little Italy by the waterfront. It has a super cute patio outside, lots of tables & light inside. Very chill vibe. It doesn’t blast music like some coffee shops.The avocado toast with egg was delicious. It was big enough to split with someone. The matcha was strong and I really liked it! Service staff are all lovely. Definitely recommend checking this place out for your next coffee/matcha run.

The coffee is top-notch, and the food is cafe-style fare that is mostly executed well. The music youre listening to makes you feel at ease and happy.

Friendly staff, perfect coffee, and delicious pastries too. I would highly recommend if youre in the area.

Very helpful staff; courteous and friendly. Relaxing seating area outside, some tables inside too.

Best coffee place in San Diego. Coming from Germany I am so happy to see more coffee places like this one around and the coffee was simply perfect. Tasted good, no additional sweeteners and everything is possible iced. The atmosphere inside is very easy going, lots of space to work from and sit outside in the sun. They also have some snacks and food and the have a weekly tea and coffee menu that changes. Plus super nice staff! Couldnt be better! Danke :)

Nice big space on corner of Beech & Kettner in Little Italy - indoor and outdoor seating tho outdoor only avail during pandemic. Easy ordering and payments via the web. Delish coffees- my oat cortado was yummy and only 10cebt up charge.

Great customer service and great atmosphere with lots of seating area. My Latte was very tasty and authentic. Very close to Harbor Drive for a nice walk!

Portal Coffee is a wonderful new spot in San Diego. Their coffee is delicious and they’ve got oat milk! There is a lot of space inside and outside with beautiful wood and brick patio. Check it out when you’re in San Diego Marina area. You won’t find better a place and coffee in this neighborhood.

Very good place. Comfortable, clean and safe. Great staff and very good coffee. I went with the cold brew and it was good but a little too strong for me. I definitely recommend Portal.

Cutest coffee shop downtown! We stopped here on a Sunday morning before we left for a cruise, and it was the best coffee I had on our whole vacation!All staff members were incredibly friendly. They have all kinds of fun treats, kombuchas, beans, and extras to buy. And you can’t go wrong with espresso, of course. My latte was awesome, and the atmosphere was nice. We were able to sit for awhile and enjoy our drink without it being too noisy or overcrowded.There was a constant flow of customers in and out, so obviously this is the place to be! We will definitely come back next time we’re in San Diego!

Staff was cold, no greeting just a, go to the kiosk.....drinks were watery and pretty sure it wasnt what I ordered.

Good pastries, coffee is good, cold brew is a bit light but not bad.

Portal Coffee is always a great way to start the day. ☕ The avocado toast is a must have! 🥑

This place was absolutely divine. Prime real estate being right off the coast and ample people walking by for foot traffic. Nice patio to sit on while enjoying your tasty beverage. They have basic coffees as well as unique flavors that allow you to really taste the quality of the coffee. Would recommend for the atmosphere and coffee.

Ordering and checkout was quick and simple. Customer service was wonderful. Barista was very helpful and nice. The coffee was delicious and their pastries are delectable. Will definitely return. 10/10

Amazing staff and atmosphere. The espresso is really good and their spinach and cheese pocket is off the charts!!

Great little spot. Good service, good coffee and please do yourself a favor and try the house-made caramel.

Great coffee shop. They know their coffee and there is a cool fun vibe. Great to see Portal make it through the pandemic. If you are anywhere near downtown treat yourself.

Cool coffee shop. Chill vibe and they have a variety of baked items and beans to choose from

Good coffee, fantastic croissants. Buttery, moist, and all around delectable.

Good coffee shop. Happy coffee shop.

Definitely my favorite coffee shop! Staff is the best, very nice & professional. Coffee is exceptional! I highly recommend the cardamom orange latte.

Nice little coffee shop on the edge of Little Italy along Pacific Highway. The menu isnt extensive (which is a good thing), but they know how to make a good latte or even just a good cup of coffee. Nice little place to sit down and do some work or just enjoy the cool shade on a Sunday morning.

Nice little place. I ordered a latte and it’s yummy with special baked taste. I think the latte is on the bitter side(compare to Starbucks) and I loved it.

The vanilla orange latte is spectacular. Perfectly balanced, absolutely perfectly complements the roast and flavour of the coffee. I could drink this specialty latte three times a day and never get sick of it.

Good coffee. Stopped in for a coffee to take out and we werent disappointed.

Bought some beans here. Nothing special and very pricey.

Nice place for quick morning grab coffee and croissant. I enjoyed Capuchino was good. My girlfriend took latte and almond croissant which were both good.

Wonderful atmosphere and unique blends and speciality drinks. In the words of the Terminator...Ill be back!

Espresso was smooth with the right amount of bitter back end. Always love a sparkling water sidecar. Cold brew was smooth, dark, with just a hint of sweet.

The BEST pumpkin latte that’s definitely “better than starbs” 🤣🤣🤣 it was so decadent with coconut milk too. I enjoyed it so much, that I went back the next day! Super cute outdoor area and they even have an online app to order one.

Great coffee, by barista who know what they are doing with no attitude. I always have a cappuccino or espresso with a splash of waterLast time took my dad he ordered the cardamom orange was tastyOh and the outside patio is lovely place to sit not actually that noisey street traffic very minimal

Great coffee but so....slow.... The kiosk ordering system is kind of a mess and they seem understaffed.

Glad I decided to stop on the way to the airport. Real cortado with cream (sadly they were out of heavy cream). Flavor of roast is awesome, and great personal service!

Definitely the best coffee in San Diego.The atmosphere is as beautiful as its coffee.

The best coffee in San Diego, hands down. Love the Spiced Honey with Oat Milk don’t forget to add an extra shot!

Great little coffee shop, perfect for a quick bite with coffee. The lemon blueberry scone was very nice and went well with the americano.

The cardamom and orange zest latte is so good!

Real friendly staff with a cool environment to enjoy your coffee

10/10 would reccomend the oolong tea or cold brew! Delicious and great quality.

Just moved to Little Italy area. Best coffee so far after trying the big names 2-3x each. Love the online ordering, staff is friendly and customer centered.

Order with their website because of Covid but they have outdoor comfortable seats to enjoy while waiting for your coffee or treat!

Nice place. Im not thrilled about the fact that the inside was about the same temperature as the outside at 8:30ish am. If I wanted to eat outside ... Id eat OUTSIDE. sigh.My second whine is about croissants. I ordered a plain one. The plain ones look just like the chocolate ones ... until, of course, you bite into it and get chocolate. I understand the confusion. I just dont appreciate the lack of attention.So now that Im done whining ... Its a nice place. I had a Vietnamese iced coffee which was delicious - exceeded my expectations.The atmosphere is great ... chilly, but great. Okay, I wasnt really done whining. Sigh.

Amazing location overlooking the Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. Coffee is solid, as well as their chai and mocha lattes. Nice outdoor patio is an added bonus.

Super nice place to go for a coffee or work. Also nice to go there with friends if what you are looking for is a cozy space for a chill time. Would go back every time! Also the coffee, service and food are great!

Cute stop for breakfast while we wandered around downtown. The tables inside were full but we got our coffee and bagels quickly and found a table outside. It was a little pricey for what we got but good.

Coffee tastes ok, it isnt dark or nutty but the butter croissant was great🥐

Friendly staff serving quality coffee! They have a great view of the waterfront park right on Pacific Highway. Beautiful outdoor seating as well. Highly recommend if you want to work remotely or leisurely get a cup of coffee.

Great coffee and location. Just minutes away from the waterfront

Five star atmosphere, food and drink! I really value that they have real cups and glasses for the for here cup of coffee or tea, its a small thing but in our disposable culture so needed - thank you! We will be back again

Stopped into for a iced sleepy time tea! Great service!

Great spot - try the lavender espresso :)

Nice cafe with very nice contemporary modern decoration make the place welcoming and encouraging the focusing and relaxing. The staff is so nice. It’s cross the street from waterfront park and the ocean.

Clean, well-lit (lots of natural light from the massive windows), and plenty of seating options. A little surprised that the menu is primarily flavored latte options and not pour overs. Then again, Im a SF native and former barista, so Im guessing the coffee scene in SD is vastly different.

Nice outside seating with views of the park and waterfront.Good coffee and friendly staff.

Try the Chai, it is subtle and balanced.

I had ordered a warm pastry and a cappuccino, the cappuccino was essentially all milk with very little coffee. The pastry I had was at room temperature and not the slightest bit heated.The seating is nice, the location is convenient, the staff are welcoming.

Great espresso drinks!

Amazing experience and got to meet the owner! He is an aspiring young entrepreneur that has a great taste in coffee! Would definitely recommend!

As I walked through the portal that was from the smelly streets of San Diego, into the bitter sweet delicious coffee bean lounge that is “Portal Coffee” I was blown away with the modern chill atmosphere. I sampled 3 brews from there simple but heartfelt menu and loved each one better than the last. Perfect blend of cofffee and flavor and would recommend this to all my fellow caffeine connoisseurs.

The place has coffee in the name, but I had tea. And it was good.Cool looking place, nice people, tasty drinks. A winner in my book. Well, I dont have a book, but if I write one, Ill mention portal

Stumbled on this gem yesterday and had to come back today. The lavender latte is awesome ( I had it with almond milk and without the syrup) . The Mediterranean Toast was tasty. The server today was very accommodating and made my avo toast without the bread!

I love the urban ambiance of this cafe. The decaf was smooth and the lavender added just a hint of bitterness.

Very chill place. Not too crowded and right on the water; I came to get some work done.Im not a super coffee buff, but I can tell their stuff is higher quality. Great attention to spices and all that.

Great drop coffee from a nearby roaster. Excellent seating choices.

Awesome place, great coffee.... Just a little slow on my to-go order. Would not be an issue if I were hanging out there.

Great coffee and a beautiful view. Patio is dog friendly and most people had one with them.

What a great little place. Good vibe, well lit and yet cozy. A great view of Waterfront Park. A great chai. Good wifi and they dont hurry you out or make you feel bad if you stay an hour.

Best coffee that you didnt make at home!Smooth flavor and sweet atmosphere. Really nice people work there too. Was a highlight to my trip to San Diego! Yum. ☕

Great coffee and view. Service is fast and there is seldom a line. Good escape from the market on Saturday for locals.

Very good, simple and small but excellent food and good tasting coffee, nice surround to enjoy in too

Amazing coffee and super friendly staff!! The place is very clean with a nice view.

Excellent find! Beautiful Slayer espresso machine! I had an expertly extracted macchiato using beans roasted in Washington.

Coffee is always the right on point

The place has a really nice location with a great view if you are ever in downtown and find yourself wanting a good cup of coffee its definitely the place to go! Also, try talking to the staff they are simply the most welcoming Ive come across 👍👍

Such a beautiful location and cool vibe. I had an Americano and the Avacodo Toast. Highly recommend!

Everything was great, from A to Z, coffee to start with but everything else from location, vide to bathrooms.

Wonderful coffee and very personable barista. Definitely recommend.

Great Service. Nice patio.

Great local coffee shop downtown! Try the chai - its amazing!

Amazing place. Everything thing seems so high quality and top of the line. Not a coffee drinker, but the tea equipment is all top of the line.

Great atmosphere, cool vibe, friendly staff and most importantly tasty beverages!

Brilliant machiatto. Cool vibe.

Nice location, outdoor seating, good coffee and taste snacks

Really good coffee and cookies w/ plenty of non dairy options.

Awesome. Chai Tea is amazing. Staff are so friendly. A wonderful place to sit and enjoy.

Super casual and inviting with top notch coffee, tea, pastries, macaroons, and the toast does not disappoint

Great little coffee shop, wonderful Americans, sweet staff. We walked here every morning while on vacation for their coffee. They met my snobby PNW standards!