Pastime Coffee Opens New Roastery in Northeast Portland
The local roaster has expanded into a 1,000-square-foot facility to increase production capacity.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Coffee
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Pastime Coffee has officially launched its new 1,000-square-foot roastery in Northeast Portland. The space occupies a former flower shop and features a 15-kilogram-capacity Sivetz roasting system.
Why it matters
The company established the dedicated facility because it outgrew its previous shared space at the Buckman Coffee Factory. This move is designed to improve the consistency of wholesale and retail service operations.
The new facility utilizes a 15-kilogram Sivetz SRM-15 roaster equipped with a VortX EcoFilter that treats exhaust via atomized water. Pastime Coffee sources its beans from Shared Source, Atlantic Specialty Coffee, and ICT Coffee.
The players
Justin Dedini
He is the founder of Pastime Coffee and previously managed cafes in the Portland area.
Erica Schwager
She serves as a co-owner of Pastime Coffee.
The details
The facility is located in a former flower shop and features a paved backyard to accommodate forklift operations. Green coffee is transported through a front garage door to streamline the production process.
Timeline
Pastime Coffee launched its operations at the Buckman Coffee Factory in 2024.
The company acquired Thatcher's Coffee in 2025.
This report on the new roastery opening was published on October 15, 2026.
Culture Shift
This move highlights the trend of specialty coffee brands in Portland moving from shared-use incubators to independent, dedicated production spaces. It reflects a broader shift toward greater operational control as local micro-roasters look to scale their wholesale and retail footprints.
Residents can expect improved product availability as the roastery streamlines its wholesale and retail operations. The company plans to eventually offer private cuppings and a potential pop-up cart, providing new ways for customers to engage with the brand.
The takeaway
Expanding to a dedicated roastery allows small-batch coffee producers to exert more control over their roasting profiles and operational efficiency. Consumers can benefit from this professionalization through more consistent quality across their favorite retail coffee offerings.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving local coffee scene, visit the Portland Coffee section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Coffee News by Roast Magazine.
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