Frequently asked questions.
general q’s
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Barkada Coffee is Portland's only Philippine coffee specialist. We source specialty-grade beans from the Philippines and serve them with the warmth and hospitality of Filipino culture. "Barkada" means your crew, your close circle of friends, and that's exactly the energy we bring to every cup.
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You can find us at Shop Halo Halo
@ Union Way – 1022 W Burnside
(West End Portland, OR)Check our Instagram or website for our hours for the day.
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We specialize in Philippine-origin coffee, including arabica and robusta varieties. We offer pour-overs, cold brew, and whole bean bags. Everything we serve highlights the incredible coffee growing regions of the Philippines.
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Our beans are sourced from the Philippines, including regions like the South Cotabato, Bukidnon, Cavite, Batangas, Sabanal Valley and Sultan Kudarat. We work with partners who prioritize quality and fair relationships with farmers first.
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The Philippines has an incredible coffee heritage that most people don't know about. We're here to change that.
We care deeply about ethical sourcing. We work with supply chain partners who prioritize direct farmer relationships and fair compensation. As we grow, building transparent, sustainable sourcing is a top priority.
Our mission is to elevate Philippine coffee from commodity to specialty, one cup at a time.
ordering & shipping
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Yes! Visit our online shop to order whole bean bags for delivery. We ship within the continental U.S. only; sorry Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico fam, I’m working on it!!
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We’re a small team. By we, I mean just me (hi!) so orders typically ship within 3-5 business days. You'll receive tracking info once your order is on its way!
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We do! Our whole bean bags, travel pour overs, and zines make great gifts. Reach out to us directly if you'd like to put together a custom gift set for a discounted price.
catering & Events
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It depends! We offer a mobile coffee cart experience for special events that are aligned with our values and mission to elevate farmers at origin. We are selective about the events we are able to service due to the limited availability of our team.
For our full setup, we include specialty Philippine coffee, professional brewing equipment, beautiful presentation, and all the good vibes. -
Full-service catering packages include a dedicated barista, a curated coffee menu, all brewing equipment, and compostable serviceware. We can customize the experience to fit your event.
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Yes and no – we only do microweddings of 40 guests or less. Part of what makes us such a fun service is our connection time with your guests, so we like to stick to small parties so everyone has the best time!
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Our starting package price is $1600 for 2 hours of full service espresso cart with 2 baristas and a basic drink menu.
Pricing also depends on the size of your event, the service style, any custom requests and the duration. Contact us for a custom quote. -
We recommend reaching out at least 4 -6 weeks before your event, especially during spring and summer when our calendar fills up the quickest. Our team needs the advance notice to block off your event date.
wholesale & partnerships
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Yes! We work with cafés, restaurants, and retailers who want to carry Philippine specialty coffee for consignment or retail.
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We'd love to hear from you! We are interested in partners who want to serve Filipino coffee at their space.
We offer wholesale beans and can work with you on packaging and branding options if you’d like something more customized.
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Always open to it. If you have a space, event, or idea that feels like a good fit, please reach out.
Connection is at the heart of what we do so if you have an inclusive people-centered idea that you want to float my way, let’s chat!

