Genies Cafe

Funky atmosphere. Rock music but at a volume where you can still have a conversation. Wait staff were friendly, prompt, and helpful. The food was a bit of a mixed bag. I had the avocado toast which was AMAZING! Very sophisticated flavor palate with fresh avocado slices, smoked tomatoes, a perfectly cooked egg, chevre cheese, and herbs. I had it on the seed lovers wheat. The fruit was lovely, fresh and generous. I My partner's traditional was less successful. The over medium eggs were lightly done over easy. The bacon was fine, not spectacular. The biscuit was very good. The menu listed here hasn't been updated in probably a year. Price for the traditional was $5.25 more than listed here. Total for the 2 of us was about$36 so not too bad. I would definitely come xl for the avocado toast.

Had the biscuits with mushroom gravy, hash browns, over-medium eggs and an oat milk vanilla latte. Damn it was good. An indulgent meal for me. Our server was super mellow, friendly, and efficient. The space is bright and not loud despite being packed with people. The waiting room with tables and a bar is just perfect for rainy days.

The Bloody Marys really were fantastic. Those reviews were why I selected Genies. But I was not prepared for that vegetable hash. Hands down the best hash I've had in a while (which says a lot given hash outs one of my favorite things to order at a loved restaurant back home). We don't get to to Portland for breakfast often but I know my husband will love this food. The servers were fantastic too. All around great experience.