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Coffee Shop

COFFEE BEER

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4142 SE 42nd Ave
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23/100
Weak

Strong is 80 or better. Under 40 is weak. Half of coffee shops in the registry score 25–33.

Verified July 16, 2026

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COFFEE BEER — Portland, Oregon
COFFEE BEER · 4142 SE 42nd Ave

What AI says about COFFEE.1

We ask the assistants the questions customers actually ask, and record what comes back — quoted verbatim, dated, with the capture kept as evidence.

ChatGPT

Not named

Asked “best coffee shop in Portland”

ChatGPT answered with other businesses. COFFEE BEER was not mentioned.

Checked July 21, 2026

Perplexity

Not named

Asked “best coffee shop in Portland”

Perplexity answered with other businesses. COFFEE BEER was not mentioned.

Checked July 21, 2026

Gemini

Not named

Asked “best coffee shop in Portland”

Gemini answered with other businesses. COFFEE BEER was not mentioned.

Checked July 16, 2026

Named by 0 of 3 assistants as of July 21, 2026.

What people keep saying.2

Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.

Coffee Beer offers a vibrant and eclectic atmosphere, marked by community engagement and fun events like karaoke and open mic nights. Reviewers appreciate the welcoming environment, especially noting the contributions of staff like Benicio and Veronica in creating a lively space that feels like home.

Consistently praised

Delicious hot cocoa
Perfect cappuccino
Vegan hot dog and breakfast burrito
Fun open mic events
Community-focused atmosphere

Recurring complaints

Inconsistent service during busy times
Limited options for non-vegan customers
Perceived elitism and rudeness from staff
High prices for coffee and pastries
Strict mask requirements causing discomfort

The bottom line: Coffee Beer stands out for its unique blend of coffee, beer, and community events, though it faces criticism for service and inclusivity issues.

COFFEE BEER — Portland, Oregon
COFFEE BEER · 4142 SE 42nd Ave

The score, explained

Why 23.3

Eight signals make up the AI Score. Weight is how much a signal counts; the score is how this entry measures on it. The same method for every business — never for sale.

83% of coffee shops in the registry outrank you — when AI is asked who to recommend, you're rarely the name it gives.

Scanned July 16, 2026

SignalScore /100
Retrieval groundingWhether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites — AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.
0
Off-property attestationVolume and consistency of what others say about you — YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.
41
AI visibilityWhether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you — and for the right service.
0
Reviews & responseNot just star average — volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.
82
Backlink & citation authorityDomain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.
56
Google Business ProfileRequired and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.
78
Speed & mobileCore Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.
8
Content freshness & schemaCrawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.
50

What’s holding this entry back: retrieval grounding and ai visibility — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.

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Standing

Where the entry ranks.

3rd

of 3 coffee shops in Portland, ranked by AI Score.

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COFFEE BEER — Portland, Oregon
COFFEE BEER · 4142 SE 42nd Ave

The facts

Address4142 SE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97206, USA
Hours
Today (Mon) · 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Monday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Websitecoffeeebeeer.com
Price$

Typically busiest — Saturday

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Questions

About COFFEE BEER.

Does the restaurant take reservations?

The restaurant does not take reservations.

What are the restaurant's hours?

The restaurant is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What is the restaurant known for?

The restaurant is known for its excellent coffee, friendly atmosphere, and community vibe, making it a popular spot for locals.

Is there parking available at the restaurant?

The restaurant does not provide specific information about parking, but street parking is typically available in the area.

What special features does the restaurant offer?

The restaurant features a fun and comfortable atmosphere with events like karaoke and open mic nights, making it a unique community gathering spot.

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