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Portal Tea — Sellwood Caboose
Portal Tea’s Sellwood shop turns a red railway caboose into a tea stop with a much broader selection than its compact entrance suggests. Choose among more than 100 tea varieties, bubble tea and house chai, then pair a drink with a locally made pastry or spend time in the outdoor courtyard.
7983 Southeast 13th Avenue, Portland, OR
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About Portal Tea — Sellwood Caboose
The caboose gives this branch its identity, while the tea selection gives visitors a reason to linger over the menu. Portal lists handcrafted blends, cold brews, nitro teas and kombucha alongside its bubble tea. Teaware and gift packs are also part of the shop, so a visit can include choosing something to brew at home.
The company began in 2003 as Tea Chai Té, founded by Dominic and Angela Valdes. Its later change to Portal Tea kept the original blends and tea-shop approach while introducing a new name. That history matters when searching for the Sellwood caboose: older recommendations under Tea Chai Té refer to the same business.
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Before you go
- The branch explicitly lists free Wi-Fi and outdoor courtyard seating.
- For questions about a visit, use the Sellwood shop’s direct phone number, 503-432-8747.
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Questions about Portal Tea — Sellwood Caboose
Is this the former Tea Chai Té caboose?
Yes. Tea Chai Té became Portal Tea Company, and the Sellwood shop continues to operate from the caboose location.
Can I sit outside at Portal Tea Sellwood?
Yes. The branch lists courtyard seating, in addition to its tea-shop space.
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