40 Lbs Coffee’s embrace of a theme that echoes Portland’s industrial/train/bridge past and present, is unique.  Design elements include fabricated metal gears that convey images of steam engines and power plants; murals of Union Station and the  Steel Bridge; metal chairs, straight-back benches, and a metal ordering counter.   Though we like the uniqueness of the theme, the metal seats and tables aren’t that relaxing to hang out.

Discussion topics included Major League Soccer’s final four, how the Timbers might have fared but for injuries, Caleb Porter’s future, plans for expanding Providence Park, the Thorns attendance compared to the rest of the world, how beautifully the Trailblazers can play at times, and whether Portland will ever be ripe for a Major League Baseball team.

824 SW 2nd        http://www.40lbscoffee.com