Welcome to Churn Cafe
Nestled in the heart of Portland, Churn Cafe offers a delightful fusion of flavors, specializing in Asian-inspired brunch dishes. Known for its creative use of ingredients like pandan, ube, and black sesame, it tantalizes diners with expertly crafted options such as the fluffy pandan waffles and indulgent ube French toast. Ordering is streamlined through a convenient kiosk system, ensuring a swift dining experience even during busy weekend rushes. Patrons rave about the vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff, making it a perfect spot for families and food enthusiasts alike. Whether you're savoring the Yuzu Cream Pasta or sipping a refreshing black sesame iced latte, Churn Cafe promises a memorable culinary adventure.
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3928 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227, United States Hotline: +1 503-327-8409
Welcome to Churn Cafe, a burgeoning hotspot nestled in the heart of Portland at 3928 N Mississippi Ave. This delightful eatery has captured the hearts and appetites of locals and visitors alike, offering a lush menu infused with bold flavors and creative twists. At Churn Cafe, the culinary experience transcends the ordinary brunch routine, seamlessly blending Asian influences with classic breakfast staples.
The essence of Churn Cafe lies in its vibrant atmosphere, where both the lively downstairs and the more serene upstairs seating cater to different moods while you enjoy your meal. As you enter, you'll find a modern self-ordering kiosk, reminiscent of a contemporary boba shop, making the process efficient and engaging. Once you've placed your order, you'll be ushered to your assigned table, where the welcoming staff is always at the ready to assist, ensuring your experience is smooth and enjoyable.
What truly sets Churn Cafe apart is the innovative menu, showcasing an array of enchanting dishes like the renowned Churn Breakfast, boasting fluffy pandan waffles paired beautifully with fresh fruit and crispy bacon. Many guests rave about the ube French toast, which boasts a soft, creamy texture and vibrant color that promises indulgence in every bite. The Yuzu Cream Pasta has also garnered enthusiastic praise, elevating expectations with its unexpected yet harmonious flavor profile.
The cafe also excels in fulfilling varied dietary preferences; whether you're picky or adventurous, they cater to your needs. The option to customize orders at the kiosk has received thumbs up from families, ensuring that even the fussiest eaters leave satisfied. Holiday classics like Okonomiyaki waffles and the savory Okonomiyaki crepe enrich the menu, presenting a delightful mix of flavors from the sweet to the umami-packed.
While some guests have mentioned that the drinks could be more reasonably priced and possibly benefit from refills, the flavor of beverages like the velvety black sesame iced latte and refreshing juices have still been well-received. Many, like Tiva Forman, find themselves returning time and again, eager to explore the many facets of Churn Cafe's offerings.
In a city teeming with Asian fusion brunch spots, Churn Cafe emerges not just as another entry, but as a worthy destination that confidently carves its niche within Portland's culinary landscape. With a commitment to quality ingredients and a passion for creativity, this cafe not only serves food; it crafts experiences. Whether indulging in a leisurely brunch or grabbing a quick bite, Churn Cafe promises that each visit will leave you coming back for more.
Stopped in on Saturday morning around 10 and it was pretty busy. You order at the kiosk and get seated based on the table you’re assigned. We sat upstairs which isn’t as lively as it is downstairs, but still loud. There was always a staff member around to help when we looked lost. Everyone was friendly, calm, and moved quickly while the restaurant was getting busier and busier. The food was the highlight. My partner got the Churn Breakfast and it’s everything you’d want and more. Perfect pandan waffles, cute eggs, crispy bacon, fresh fruit. If you have picky eaters, you can make notes on each item at the kiosk. The kids’ orders came out as requested! Plain waffle, all toppings on the side. Breakfast crepe without this and that. There was absolutely no issue! And then finally, my order was the Yuzu Cream Pasta! Absolutely better than I expected and I have no regrets eating all of it. Great flavors. Black sesame iced latte, orange juice, and hot chocolate were all thumbs up. We will definitely be back!
My new go to spot! The food was amazing! I want to try everything on their menu. One con, the drinks (non alcoholic). They are overpriced for what you get and no refills.
In the sea of Asian fusion brunches cropping up in Portland this place is pretty decent and I would definitely return. As expected, lots of ube, pandan and black sesame food and drink options but these were actually done pretty decently and not overly sweet. You will self-order at the kiosks to the left of the entrance and then find a table after you’ve finished ordering. We did not try the chicken and waffles or crepes. But the ube French toast, waffles plate and okonomiyaki waffle fries were all a hit and would recommend.
Absolutely delicious! We each got a different item and all loved ours. The French toast was the best ever.
Brunch at Churn Cafe was an adventurous and absolutely satisfying experience. We started with the Churn Breakfast — the pandan waffle was fluffy and fragrant, and paired well with crisp bacon and fresh fruit. The strawberry matcha was refreshing with a delicate sweetness. The surprise hit was the Okonomiyaki crepe — savory, umami-packed, and perfectly balanced with layers of flavor and texture. But the real star of the show? The ube French toast. Soft, creamy, and deeply flavorful with a gorgeous color — it was indulgent and comforting in the best way. This place nails creative brunch.
The food here is on point! We ate here on a whim and everything was really tasty. For some reason not many people were on the top floor, which is odd to me because there's plenty of space. It has an automatic ordering system, kind of like what you would see at a modern boba shop, but works for me, we got the food we wanted. We tried a lot of different stuff and it was all excellent.
I wish I could eat sweets in the morning - the pandan custard and the Ube waffles look amazing! The waffles were light and crispy with a chewy center. The chicken was crispy
We had a blast. We had a 'large' group of 6, and we were seated within an hour on a busy Sunday. Food was GREAT. Beverages were SUPER TASTY, atmosphere was LOVELY. I wanted to order everything on the menu, it all sounded amazing. Truly, everything we order was delicious. Someone in your party needs to order the latte flight... so fun!