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Java Mama – A Tigard Cafe At Its Best
Come for the $1 latte’s and great baked goods, stay for the customer service and atmosphere!
Just west of 217 and Washington Square Mall in the city of Tigard, is a little coffee shop that is making a name for itself. You name the drink, latte/mocha, cappuccino/expresso, extra hot/ice blended, you get the picture, and the staff will have up in no time. Most of the time with conversation, if you just want the drink, they will at least have a smile.
Java Mama has some good coffee, but the baked goods are wonderful! They are made fresh on site. My wife gets the pumpkin chocolate chip muffin. I lean towards the marionberry muffin. So fresh its wonderful! My daughter gets cookies, any kind really but sugar, star shaped are her favorite.
I usually get the breakfast bagel when I need a larger serving. I love it! I have not tried their soups or sandwiches since I am usually there in the morning. I hear from other customers that they are just as good as what I usually have.
Java Mama has just added hot dogs to their menu. West Coast Chicago Hot Dogs has a kiosk for the lunch or snack crowd. I can’t wait to try them.
Java Mama has WiFi, Television, comfy couches and outdoor seating. There are toys in the back to keep the little ones entertained.
I generally go on a Saturday or Sunday later morning. It is always so busy (in a good way) that you could be jocking for a table or a seat. They just rearranged to get a couple more tables and chairs in but I still think those days it could be standing room only. Only goes to show that good word travels. When I can get there during slower times, its is still a great place to be.
All the employees are wonderful. The owner Salah, is usually there walking and talking with everyone who wants to chat with him. He loves to talk with my daughter and is always trying to give her a “special”. My dogs like to hang out in the front and greet anyone who wants to say hello. It is just a great place to hang out.
When you are in Tigard, stop in and see for yourself. You can tell them I sent you but it won’t get you anything.
Rich Peralta is a real estate professional in the Portland Metro Area. He can be reached at 503.961.2181 or by e-mail at rich.peralta@exprealty.com