Opening hours
Open now · closes 4:00 PM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Local time in Portland: 10:20 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (503) 477-8469 to confirm.
Location & directions
1204 SE Clay StPortland, OR 97214
About Upper Left Roasters
Located at 1204 SE Clay St in Portland, Oregon, Upper Left Roasters is a coffee shop. Our Portland guide covers 2,607 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. Expect budget-friendly prices, around $1–10 per person.
Upper Left Roasters is open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. It opens early (7:00 AM) on Monday and Tuesday.
Guests can choose from 10 menu items across 3 sections, including Toasts, Larger Toast, and Signature Dishes. Dishes worth a look include SPELT W/ BUTTER & HONEY, ROMESCO, and TURKISH EGGS.
You can visit for outdoor seating, delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. The place is LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, prepared foods, quick bite, vegetarian options, and wine.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking. Reservations are accepted; call (503) 477-8469 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Coffee Shop
- Address
- 1204 SE Clay St, Portland, OR 97214
- Phone
- (503) 477-8469
- Price range
- $1–10 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Menu
- 10 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for coffee shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Upper Left Roasters’s weekday schedule with 189 other coffee shops in Portland. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:00 AM and closes at 4:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 5:00 PM).
In total it is open about 50 hours a week, 20 hours fewer than the local median of 70. 87% of coffee shops in Portland open on Sundays, and Upper Left Roasters is one of them.
Compared with 189 other coffee shops in Portland that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for coffee shops in Oregon
Based on 41 menus with 651 priced items from coffee shops in Oregon, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.75 and $7.00.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Latte | 54% | $4.00 |
| Mocha | 54% | $4.50 |
| Cappuccino | 54% | $4.12 |
| Americano | 51% | $3.50 |
| Hot Chocolate | 44% | $3.50 |
| Italian Soda | 29% | $3.25 |
| Steamer | 27% | $2.50 |
| Cold Brew | 27% | $6.00 |
Calculated from 41 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Locals
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
- University students
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Upper Left Roasters there are 105 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 301 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (71), Cafes & Coffee (45), Mexican & Tex-Mex (16), and Japanese & Sushi (15).
Competition is strong: 25 other coffee shops are within a mile and 156 within three miles. The closest is Honey Latte Cafe, 0.2 mi away.
75 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Latin American & CaribbeanTeote< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisLardo< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurgerville< 0.1 mi
- ThaiBKK Pad Thai< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsChicken And Guns< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a coffee shop
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Upper Left Roasters's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Is Upper Left Roasters open on Sunday?
Yes, Upper Left Roasters is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Where is Upper Left Roasters located?
Upper Left Roasters is located at 1204 SE Clay St, Portland, OR 97214.
What is the phone number of Upper Left Roasters?
You can call Upper Left Roasters at (503) 477-8469.
Does Upper Left Roasters offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Upper Left Roasters offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Upper Left Roasters?
The typical price range at Upper Left Roasters is $1–10 per person.
Does Upper Left Roasters take reservations?
Yes, Upper Left Roasters accepts reservations.
Is Upper Left Roasters wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Upper Left Roasters open late?
No, Upper Left Roasters usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Upper Left Roasters?
There are 301 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Upper Left Roasters. Nearby options include Teote (< 0.1 mi), Lardo (< 0.1 mi), and Burgerville (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other coffee shops near Upper Left Roasters?
25 other coffee shops within a mile. The closest is Honey Latte Cafe, 0.2 mi away.
How much do coffee shops in Oregon cost?
Based on 41 menus with 651 priced items from coffee shops in Oregon, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.75 and $7.00.
