Coava Coffee Roasters

Coava Coffee Roasters: Portland’s Artistry in Every Cup

Step into Coava Coffee Roasters and you’re immediately struck by the intersection of industrial charm and genuine hospitality—a showcase of Portland’s craft coffee soul. Founded in a North Portland garage by Matt Higgins, who earned the 2018 SBA Oregon Small Business Person of the Year, Coava has become a beacon in specialty coffee for its farm-level partnerships and meticulous approach to roasting. The flagship café on Grand Avenue echoes their ethos: open, airy, and sharing space with their roastery, creating an immersive experience where the artistry of coffee comes to life like nowhere else. Coava’s reputation extends well beyond Portland, with their beans gracing top cafés nationwide and a feature on Jerry Seinfeld’s "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" cementing their national acclaim.

Coava’s coffee portfolio is a curated journey—highlighted by the award-winning S.O. Blend, named America’s Favorite Coffee of 2022, offering a cup that is both complex and harmoniously balanced. Signature single origins, such as their celebrated Meaza Ethiopia, display refined sweetness and vivid floral-fruit notes, while guests are encouraged to savor a pour-over to fully appreciate their nuanced profiles. While Coava’s focus is clearly on world-class coffee, you’ll also find select pastries, designed to complement rather than overshadow the star of the show. Pro tip: Visit their Grand Avenue flagship for a firsthand look at the roasting process and savor a coffee experience shaped by passion, precision, and a relentless pursuit of quality.