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Miss Zumstein Bakery, Coffee Shop, Cakes & Desserts
5027 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218, United States
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Miss Zumstein Bakery, Coffee Shop, Cakes & Desserts
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Sh
Review №1

Miss Zumstein is purely delightful to work with. She is calm, cool, and collected and brought our wedding cake to life. We appreciated their flexibility so much when deciding on our wedding cake and additional offerings. She worked with us to make a vegan olive cake that she had never made before so that we could offer something that was vegan but also one of our personal favorites (It was SO delicious and should be in her regular rotation!) She also added on a flourless chocolate cake last minute to offer to our GF guests. All of the cakes were dressed beautifully and with attention to our requests. We seriously appreciate that Miss Zumstein bakes with quality, seasonal, and local ingredients because it allows for the best flavors to shine through. We also chose to work with them because their recipes are not overrun with sugar, the subtle sweetness to each cake was so tasteful. We highly recommend working with Miss Zumstein for custom cakes, you will love what you see and taste!

Ma
Review №2

My local go-to coffee shop, features solid drip coffee, plenty of pastry options, and a few more substantial meal items. Mid morning sun hits this cafe perfectly, so enjoying a meal or coffee on their outdoor seating is quite nice.The service workers are always friendly and attentive. A great example is I got a lunch special sandwich, and the lady was nice enough to throw in some freshly picked cherry tomatoes and sliced up strawberries. Those are the little things that keep me coming back.

Ju
Review №3

The cutest coffee shop. I love the attention to detail and kind staff.

Ha
Review №4

Very friendly staff and our cakes were delicious! We reached out to the bakery a week before my son’s 1st birthday to have two cakes made. We were doing a Where the wild things are theme and wanted a little figurine on the cake. After we arrived home we realized the little figurine had broke (our fault). I knew the bakery was closing but a family member called anyways to see if there was anything we could do. They told us to come on down and they would fix it for us! When they were finished we asked how much it would be and they said “no charge!”. I’m so grateful for their kindness and helping this mama make her sons first bday that much sweeter!

Me
Review №5

I cant express how much we LOVE this place...and how delicious the birthday cake we ordered was!! They got the perfect strawberries from the FARMERS MARKET that morning for our cake filling. Such professionals! The filling was delicious and the icing was not too sweet and scrumptiously buttery. And must mention they were extremely patient and pleasent when I called back a number of times...up to the very day...changing what to write on the birthday cake. Wish I could eat their cakes every day, for every meal...but alas...life isnt always perfect.

aj
Review №6

Love, love, LOVE this place! EVERYTHING is delicious, but my absolute FAVORITE is the turkey sandwich! The lemon passion fruit bars are to die for too! The staff is ALWAYS so friendly. Such a delightful place😊.

Li
Review №7

HOT TAKE: Miss Zumsteins is the best coffee/sweet treats destination in NE Portland.Service: A+; the staff at the counter is AWESOME and so friendly.Savory food: A+; highly recommend trying their breakfast burrito, it is full of roasted potatoes, eggs, and green chili peppers, and has a perfectly grilled tortilla. Yum.Sweet food: A+; cannot recommend their scones and coffee cakes enough. This morning I got the roasted apple hazelnut scone, and the cardamom almond coffee cake. I have tried most everything that they have to offer and have yet to be disappointed. Another highlight are their seasonal cheesecake bars-- strawberry cheesecake bar with a dense buttery crust in the summer...my mouth is watering just thinking about it!Coffee: A+; they make a mean latte and have the best house-made seasonal syrup flavors if you like a sweet coffee. Im an iced coffee year-round kind of person and theyre superb at this as well.**due to COVID, there is currently no indoor seating. I appreciate their attention to detail and continued dedication to protect staff and customers while still providing food and drink to us! There are arrows on the ground that clearly direct traffic, they limit how many people can be inside at once, there are umbrellas outside to wait under in case there is a short wait, masks are required to order, and there is plastic between staff and customers and food items.**

Bo
Review №8

Great little neighborhood coffee and pastry shop. Really good lunch specials, too. My wife got my birthday (carrot) cake there and it was almost as good as my mothers (thats an extreme compliment!).

CJ
Review №9

The buttermilk chocolate cake with bittersweet chocolate ganache and a mirror glaze was one of the most beautiful cakes Ive ever seen. It was much admired at the birthday party and tasted as delicious as it looked. Thanks so much for your craftsmanship!

So
Review №10

Adorable little coffee shop with plenty of delicious desserts and pastries! Loved that they take care of their staff too!

Re
Review №11

A nice mocha and good selection of in-house baked sweets. Offering both indoor and sidewalk seating. Friendly and efficient staff. Street parking was easy enough to find on a Sunday.

Ju
Review №12

Good espresso, nice people, food baked goods, farmhouse kitchen vibe, several small tables and a front window bar top with stools.

Ra
Review №13

I LOVE the staff here. There is a real family atmosphere and they are always so friendly. The bakery is pretty amazing; my husband loves their Marionberry scone and the breakfast burrito. I love the vegan pumpkin bread! I do wish there were more vegan food options. The reason I docked a star was because of the limited vegan items. This is my neighborhood coffee shop and I usually after a walk here with the family I have to go elsewhere to get vegan treats with my coffee when I would rather support this shop. Otherwise, if you love good coffee, deliciously fresh baked pastries, and a friendly inviting atmosphere, this is the place.

me
Review №14

This was my very first Cappuccino in Portland. They served it up right; a quadruple shot with vanilla, foamy, not to dry or wet. BET- I’ll be back tomorrow.

Ti
Review №15

Anja was wonderful to work with - she was accommodating and efficient. I was going to add decorations to the cake but they were so pretty we kept them alone! We ordered a coconut, carrot, and hazelnut butter with caramel apple filling. They were all scrumptious! Thanks, Anja!

Av
Review №16

What a treat! The homemade biscuits are my favorite, but I’ll be working my way through the rest of the delicious looking pastries. This spot is a gem.

Je
Review №17

I placed a special order for a birthday cake that was a) a rush order - ordered 2 days ahead of pick-up date and b) the cake I asked for wasnt listed on their menu - black forest. I corresponded with Anja and she was very accommodating with both of my requests. Not only did the cake look beautiful but they used local seasonal cherries which made the cake even more delicious and special.

GT
Review №18

Best Rugelach I had and very cosy neighborhood Cafe

Ni
Review №19

Liked their savory pies and quiche

Pa
Review №20

My son ordered my 68th bday cake there. Mocha chocolate. 4 layers of goodness! Thank you! Plus charmingly decorated 🥳

Tr
Review №21

Our new go-to shop for morning coffee and pastries.Pastries are a bit unconventional. They kind of remind me of recipes youd find in a good housekeeping mag, or like things your grandma would have made.Coffee is good, all the usual offerings.Staff is friendly. Place is cute.Because of Covid theres no indoor seating and masks are required. Also, no bathroom.

Em
Review №22

Miss Zumstein is such a gem! Their coffee is good but what makes this place special is their oh so delicious, in-house made baked goods. The quiche is pretty good, but my go to is their biscuit breakfast sando. Go here!!

Bo
Review №23

Always delicious 😋 especially the carrot, zucchini bread. Thats my favorite. The owners and staff are incredibly kind. Wish I lived closer so I could go by everyday.

La
Review №24

We ordered a cake for our COVID wedding. It was so delicious - a hazelnut cake with raspberry filling. The frosting was to die for, not too sweet, just perfect. The staff was super helpful to work with and the cake was very affordable. Will certainly be working with Miss Zumstein for cakes in the future.!!

Au
Review №25

Super cute shop, AMAZING baked goods (seriously, do yourself a favor and go get some), great coffee, and wonderful people. 10/10 recommend!

Je
Review №26

The best spot in town!!

ka
Review №27

More than coffee and sweets, they have a few savory selections! And they are all wonderful. The aromas inside the cafe is so intoxicating-- food and coffee. You have to go there. Great prices too

No
Review №28

Epic cinnamon roll, great coffee and beautiful peoples. 100%

He
Review №29

Purchased a coconut cake for my best friends birthday and was highly disappointed. The cake was dry, heavy and tasteless. The decoration was dated and the writing was sloppy. Given all of the good reviews for this esrtablishment I had high hopes. I am a very reasonable person and would not want to write a disparaging review for a small business; but, felt this needed a remark, if for nothing else, feedback for the owner.

Ca
Review №30

A fabulous bakery and coffee shop

Be
Review №31

My son and I stopped here during a grueling weekend of apartment hunting, and we had about 30 minutes to grab a bite in an otherwise non-stop day.Something in the air in one apartment complex had reacted badly with my throat, leaving it scratchy and a bit hoarse, so I ordered some Earl Grey tea with honey. The lovely young lady behind the counter with the adorable pink hair went in the back, got my pot of tea, and about a tablespoon of full-strength honey! Normally, coffee and tea shops have a honey syrup thats blended to flow faster and dissolve quicker. It was perfect.My son got the one breakfast burrito that was left, and they heated it up in the oven, NOT in a microwave! It was SO delicious, with a great tasting, crispy outside and the inside was kind of like the best grilled cheese in the world. I was lucky to get a bite to sample!On an impulse, I took a walnut tea cookie out of the jar and put it on my plate after wed paid for everything, and she wouldnt ring it up! Just the warmest, kindest shop owners in all of Portland! Oh, and that walnut tea cookie was so darn amazing, I got 6 more, wrapped up in a cellophane bag with a pretty bow, to take home to New York.Bit of a long review, but this will be my go-to afternoon tea stop whenever Im in Portland! A must-see!

Je
Review №32

Delightful bakery and coffee! I stopped in for breakfast and a yummy coffee and felt so cozy I stayed for several hours. Wonderful little spot with delicious food and great vibes. Thank you!

Ka
Review №33

Sweet little neighborhood spot. Delicious cakes and pastries, Extracto coffee, kind staff. Ive never special-ordered something here, but I know theyll do cakes and such for special events if you call in advance. I love popping in on my days off to grab coffee and a sweet treat. Easy to relax and read, or get some work done on my laptop here. The small amount of outdoor seating is nice if you can snag a spot on a sunny day.

As
Review №34

Weve gotten both our wedding cake and now our baby boys 1st birthday cake from Miss Zumstein. Not only were the cakes so incredibly delicious, but the staff is beyond helpful there! We will keep going back for more.

Jo
Review №35

Everything they make is super delicious and different than what youll find at other places around town. I especially love Bills breakfast burrito with his house made hot sauces. The vibe is really homey and everyone who works there is really nice. A classic and unique neighborhood bakery and cafe.

Co
Review №36

I always go to this place for my matcha latte in Portland. They have good selections of pastries too. When its too crowded and there are tons of folks talking, its a little harder to study in. Other than that, it has a great vibe for studying and doing laptop work. Great place for just catching up with a friend too. Nice seating inside and outside. If you stay til their closing, they will most likely offer you a free pastry too since they donate them afterwards.

Be
Review №37

I often stop here for coffee and a handmade high quality breakfast egg tart. It is a perfect grab and go item for a busy morning!For my husbands birthday party we ordered a custom chocolate cake with strawberry and whip cream filling. It was so amazing!! Our friends raved about it.

Pa
Review №38

Bakery, its the best place in Portland! Great crew and your welcomed like its home

Br
Review №39

This place is the best! So sweet...

Al
Review №40

Excellent place!Great laid back atmosphere, complete with a fireplace. Highly recommend it for quiet socializing and/or work.Food options are creative and delicious, both savory and sweet options, all made in-house.Great selection beverages: the usual coffee drinks, plus a couple wines, bubbly options, and a handful of beers--very Portland in that regard.

El
Review №41

Excellent carrot and zucchini cake + tea and the lady really went out of her way to help me with my baby and the highchair! Will definitely be back.

Ti
Review №42

I was a little disappointed by the selection of baked goods. I have a huge sweet tooth and the desserts all leaned towards the less sweet side of things. I had a cinnamon roll, which was good, but needed WAY more frosting. If I had gotten five times the frosting it still wouldnt have been enough. Its a cinnamon roll! Im not trying to be healthy here!

Je
Review №43

Miss Zumstein has wonderful, made from scratch baked goods. Theres always something new and unique to try. I love the quiche, chocolate torte, and every little cookie and tart Ive tasted. Its a cozy and pretty spot, although it can be a little cramped when the weather is bad and no one is sitting outside. They seem to do a lot of cookie platters and other special orders. I havent tried one yet, but Ive heard several people say that their birthday and wedding cakes are amazing.

Ma
Review №44

Third time Ive been in; love love love the selection of cakes and pastries. Great java from the crew & a welcoming atmosphere. See you again soon :)

Me
Review №45

Flourless chocolate cake was a yummy take home treat! Either they didnt have all pastries/breakfast options out when we arrived at 10am on a Saturday morning or they had already sold out of many options. Was looking forward to a breakfast bite but had to settle on coffee and a sweet to take home. Wide variety of people stopped in while we sipped our smooth coffee.

Da
Review №46

Wonderful little bakery and coffee shop. Family-friendly. Made from scratch. Recipes handed down within owners family. Great place to read, write, do some work on your laptop, relax, or visit with friends.

Tr
Review №47

Cute little shop, doesnt have a lot of tables and tables are spaced very closely. Was very quiet when I was there and would be a good spot to get reading/work done. Try the lavender chai latte! Its connected to another shop next door but Im not sure what it is. Has an evening menu with alcohol beverages and light snacks. Considering its a bakery, baked goods are a bit limited in number. M

De
Review №48

10 blocks from home and a great stop for a quick pasty and coffee. Stopped recently to take some baked goods to friends. They loved them. Look forward to providing out AirBnB guests their pastries upon arrival.

Ge
Review №49

Always delicious pastries, the cheesecake or the lemon mousse are my personal favorites. Or do yourself a favor and get a sandwich cookie, you wont be disappointed.

Br
Review №50

Wonderful coffee and treats!!

Be
Review №51

Great bakery, always exciting to come in and see what they decided to make that day, and its always good. I highly recommend their house-made hot sauce, which they sell by the bottle.

mi
Review №52

Best coconut macaroons Ive ever had! EVER!I know from the samples everything else is amazing but I resist buying anything else as itll lead to more obsession over their goodness.they will hand dip the macaroons for you anytime if theyre out of chocolate ones.the ginger fella that works there is super cute and sweet but everyone that has helped me is lovely.

R.
Review №53

My search for an old fashioned yellow birthday cake for my lovely wife’s 50th birthday was not an easy one, but it thankfully brought me to this wonderful bakery. The cake was easily the best both my wife & I have ever tasted: the yellow cake dense and delicious, the dark chocolate ganache frosting decadent, but with just the right amount of sweetness.To have the opportunity to meet the baker and her excellent staff made the experience so much more rewarding as well. Entrust your custom cake to no one else!

Te
Review №54

Utterly wonderful baked goods. I came in for a chocolate chip cookie, left with 2 kinds of cookies and a hazelnut pear tart, and never pulled out of my parking space until they were ALL GONE! Too good to stop. That good.

Ca
Review №55

Love this place! It is cute and cozy. Everything is fabulous, from their divine desserts to their scrumptious sandwiches!

Ma
Review №56

Always delightful experience and delicious treat!

He
Review №57

Great coffee, tea, pastries, snacks, cakes... but beyond that, the people who work here are kind and and have most incredible customer service. This is our favorite neighborhood coffee shop/bakery.

De
Review №58

A hub for connecting with local interesting folks. Bill’s breakfast burritos the best, but they sell out each morning quickly. Scrumptious, sweet and savory desserts.

Ra
Review №59

Awesome - I came for coffee and a quiet, bright place to get some work done, but didnt want to leave for a bite to eat. they make a limited selection of sandwiches but I dont eat meat so asked for an egg sando and boy did they go above and beyond to put an incredibly delicious sandwich into my vegetarian mouth. highly recommend this place for strong coffee, delicious baked goods and kind people!

Jo
Review №60

What wonderful place and wonderful owner. Excellent baked goods and very good coffee. Very pleasant atmosphere.

Ma
Review №61

Excellent and warm neighborhood bakery and coffee shop with lots of good vibes and character! I had a second bacon and swiss breakfast biscuit because it was so yummy! And they use Extracto coffee which is really great local coffee!

Ai
Review №62

My husband and I had our wedding cake from Miss Zumstein. It was difficult because we got married on a yacht, so timing was a problem, and it was 90 degrees in the middle of August! But they were great. They drove the cake to us, made sure that it didnt melt, and got us all setup.The cake was amazing! We had a hazelnut cake with a toasted buttercream frosting and fresh fruit. Everyone loved it! My sister-in-law is a fitness instructor and went back for seconds and thirds. It was fantastic. We couldnt have asked for anything more!FYI the cupcakes in the photo are NOT from Miss Zumsteins. We had a couple guests who were vegan and had a nut allergy and had another allergy specialty bakery make those.

lo
Review №63

Great place. Friendly Delicious baked goods and breakfast items. Had biscuit with bacon and cheddar. Also potato egg spinach tart.

Ph
Review №64

Great friendly staff, good coffee. Its a daily stop for me

Sc
Review №65

A fantastic neighborhood bakery and coffee shop. Very comfortable.

Ca
Review №66

Considerate staff. Great flowerless chocolate cake. Great coffee and chai. Right next door to Old Salt and they let you bring in sandwiches from next door. Good study or meet up spot. What could they improve?... Hmm... maybe more veggie/healthy food options that dont have flour--for when Im feeling like eating more consciously. Maybe having a soup of the day...

Jo
Review №67

Very pleasant atmosphere with great service and delicious coffee.

Br
Review №68

The treats here are sort rustic, by which I mean absolutely delicious without relying on prettiness to sell themselves. As a well established hater of carrots, it galls me to admit that their carrot cake is one of the most delicious things Ive tasted.

Mo
Review №69

Very nice staff and very yummy treats.

Ja
Review №70

Quaint little neighborhood coffee/bakery spot. Excellent price points and portions. Free WiFi, lots of little tables, good shop to get some computer work done in. Also has mimosas and beers. They pour Extracto coffee. The bacon swiss biscuit was delicious, light and fluffy. Will be returning here to try the other desserts. Nice atmosphere, couple outside tables

Da
Review №71

Good place for family and friends

Na
Review №72

Wonderful coffee and really cute atmosphere! The barristas and chef are also very helpful and nice.

Ri
Review №73

Great breakfast spot. Great food and service.

Ju
Review №74

They know how to make a delicious latte!! Smooth, rich, perfection!!! MmmMmmMmmm

Ni
Review №75

Good coffee drinks and amazing baked treats and sweets. They also make delicious cakes.

Li
Review №76

Amazing meat quiche with bacon and arugula, great staff.

Be
Review №77

Love this little spot very homey feeling

Wi
Review №78

Good pastries and coffee but wouldnt call it quiet or cosy. Hard chairs and loud coffee grinder.

Ti
Review №79

Delightful treats and full lovely lunch plates on the latest episode.

Jo
Review №80

Really good iced Chai Tea. Enjoyed this place while riding with a friend to his new work location just north of this.

Ta
Review №81

They are so great here!! Good grub ... good staff. Love love love

Ma
Review №82

My go to when visiting the area. Great atmosphere. Simple coffee shop and tiny bites.

Sp
Review №83

Amazing pastries and great coffee. Love this place

Ke
Review №84

Food was great, friendly staff and nice atmosphere.

Mi
Review №85

Baked goods incredible! Coffee yummy. Atmosphere chill.

Ja
Review №86

Place is overpriced, and open odd days.

Da
Review №87

Wonderful bakery and friendly staff, the most comfortable coffee shop in Northeast.

Sh
Review №88

Very nice drip coffee. Cute place.

Al
Review №89

Its a small place with just some options, but with great quality, quiet and the service is great.

Sh
Review №90

Great breakfast foods, coffee, and killer desserts. Anya the owner is the nicest.

Ma
Review №91

Great little place for a coffee/tea and a delicious baked yummy!

Ka
Review №92

The quiche at Miss Zs is wonderful. So happy to be in the neighborhood.

Lu
Review №93

Great atmosphere! The variety of options is unreal. I could stay there all day!

Ja
Review №94

What a delightful and enchanting place to get a cup and meet a new friend!

Sw
Review №95

Perfect Extracto coffee, delish pastries, super cute atmosphere, fantastic service from Mary the day I was there. Will come again soon.

ma
Review №96

Miss Zumsteins carrot cake is the best - THE BEST - that weve ever had. The sentiment was shared by many we devoured it with.

St
Review №97

Delightful. Little neighborhood Cafes like this are treasures.

Jo
Review №98

Great cup of coffee! Their mocha is outstanding.

Al
Review №99

Awesome food and snacks, delicious coffee a s great staff!

Ca
Review №100

Delicious desserts, good drinks, SUPER friendly!

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  • Address:5027 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218, United States
  • Site:http://misszumstein.com/
  • Phone:+1 971-279-2746
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Bakery
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:8AM–1PM
  • Thursday:8AM–1PM
  • Friday:8AM–1PM
  • Saturday:8AM–1PM
  • Sunday:8AM–1PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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