Saint Simon Coffee Co.

walk down ne broadway and you'll hit saint simon coffee co. at 2005, where the morning rush feels more like a neighborhood gathering than a caffeine transaction. the baristas here actually remember your order, not because they're programmed to but because they care about getting your cup right every single time. this isn't another portland coffee shop trying too hard to be quirky. the 4.7 stars from 374 google reviews tell the real story: consistency matters more than gimmicks. the espresso pulls smooth and balanced. the pour-over doesn't taste like it was made by someone who learned coffee from youtube videos. regulars cluster near the counter, steam hissing from the machine while conversations flow between orders. it's the kind of place where you can taste the difference between good beans and great ones, where the barista's attention to extraction time shows in every sip. saint simon gets coffee right because…