What a fun, little coffee shop in downtown Portland! My husband and I were only in town for a few hours and needed some caffeine and something hot on a cold, rainy morning. I appreciate that the menu was straightforward, simple, and without too many wild flavors. read more

Bard Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Cute coffee place! I was in Portland for the day and needed a pick me up. The service was friendly and quick. The inside was huge with plenty of seating. The coffee was delicious and the perfect size. I'd come again when I'm in the area. read more

Bard Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Solid coffee, got iced coffee with maple syrup. Good environment and vibes. Solid recommend

Bard coffee was absolutely packed in the afternoon. However, it's no surprise because even the hot black cup of coffee was delicious. If I didn't have a late lunch, I wouldn't have gotten a pastry as well. This place does not disappoint. Totally a spot I would camp out at to finish up work or school assignments. Also love their very progressive sign at the front door. I'll come back when I'm in Portland again! Love it! read more

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Ordered an iced maple latte to go and service was fast. However my iced maple latte was not made with espresso. I watched the barista make my drink and they poured coffee from a pitcher over my flavoring and milk instead of pouring a shot of espresso for the drink. Tasted fine for iced coffee, milk and maple sugar to taste but didn't have the same rich creaminess as a latte made from espresso. Unlikely to return read more

Cute little coffee shop, with lots of seating to work or have a meeting. Their cold brew is very good, and all their pastries are very amazing as well. A little pricey but worth it. The service is also really friendly. Worth a stop for a great coffee! read more

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The coffee shop came highly rated. We were only in Portland for one day, so we wanted to find one nearby. The shop has some amazing homemade syrups--my partner and I both got the maple which was pretty great. The vibe is exactly what you want it to be: a casual local coffee shop with no frills or gimmicks! The service was amazing and we were able to get a ton of recommendations on things to do from the baristas there. I can't say I was blown away by the chocolate croissant we had, but that's not what brought us in so I can't hold that against them. read more

Bard coffee has been around for awhile and I've always enjoyed it, but recently I had an experience of excellent service that made me want to give them five stars. They are one of few places that does an espresso tonic, but when I went they were out of tonic sadly. But I conspired with the barista and they were willing to make it using one of their small bottles of Pellegrino, and added a pump of Lavendar syrup. They charged me the same as what an espresso tonic would be despite giving me a whole (12 oz) bottle of Pellegrino. It tasted delicious and I appreciated their willingness to go above and beyond to make me the drink I wa craving! read more

Great coffee and bakery item. Get crowded easily. Nice atmosphere and coffee. Recommend:) read more

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Bard is one of my favorite coffee shops in all of Portland. Thanks to their baristas and roasts, they offer some of the best coffee in town. There's a lot of love and passion that goes into their coffee, and you can taste it with every sip. We've been going to Bard for over three years now. During the summer, a walk to their takeout window facing Tommy Park is a mandatory part of our weekend routines. During fall and winter, their indoor space provides a cozy spot to people-watch (sit by the windows!) or get some work done. You can't beat the location either -- right in the heart of Portland. I think something that sets Bard apart from other places is the service. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. I've spoken with the owner and management, and they're always a joy to interact with. When I received a Bard shirt for Christmas that was too small, they quickly allowed me to exchange it, even though I didn't have a receipt. It's the little things that make Bard such a gem -- like their locally sourced pastries. read more

Probably the most popular coffee spot in downtown Old Port -- lots of good drink options and smooth coffee for those looking to grab a cup before embarking on their Portland adventure. Prices are a little higher given this is more of a trendy coffee shop on a busy main street. Coffee is pretty good but if there's a massively long line -- not sure it's really worth its wait. read more

Delicious homemade vanilla syrup! I ordered a vanilla oat latte and I honestly think it's the best I've ever had. The flavoring was light and natural compared to commercial syrups, and made it worth the $8.50. They also have other homemade syrups which I would've loved to try. Although it was more than I'd typically like to spend on coffee, this was a great place for a special treat. read more

The baristas are not the warmest here. They do well with basic coffees, such as the cortado, but their specialty drinks need another look. The Vietnamese coffee was far from one, with no condensed milk, and was diluted. My boyfriend then got me a lavender honey latte and expresso and tonic (undrinkable) for him. It was a mistake. For the lavender honey latte, the lavender syrup was so strong. At first, there is the bitterness of the coffee then the aftertaste is the soapy flavor. The place has a huge crowd, but I don't know why it's so popular after the drinks we just got. read more

Nice place, you can order inside or during nice weather order at a window on the side of the building. Prices are fairly standard for the area and service was good. The espresso they use for the drinks is pretty smooth, and there is plenty of seating inside and even some tables outside. read more

Bard Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

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This is a coffee shop with an open feel to it, one could say "spatially sprawling". Of course the spare decor made out of wood plays a large part: in the front window is a large table, simply made out of wood. The chairs and smaller tables in the place (for one or two people) are also somewhat "blocky" and "Craftsman" in design. The baristas are helpful, usually cheerful and efficient. The food is typical of most coffee shops: pastries of various kinds and I find that the coffee has a good mouthfeel, with the edges smoothed and rounded. (I will say that I find that the coffee from the Speckled Axe and from Starbucks to be harsh and with an almost burnt flavor and I have a distinct preference for the coffee from Coffee By Design, Arabica, and Yordprom - occasionally stopping into Mi Sen to splurge on a Thai Coffee or Tea.) read more

Great service. Hot coffee. Great beans and roast. Hipster vibe without the price. Visiting and I'll be back.

First time here came based on the yelp reviews and the quantity of yelp reviews. Thanks to Yelp I just discovered a great place for nitro coffee. Recommend! read more

Nice little coffee shop. The coffee was ok. It was busy so did sit there a while. Fine shop downtown.

When planning my trip to Maine, I didn't have a real structured itinerary per se, rather a list of restaurants, coffee shops, and bakeries I wanted to hit up. I figured I would fill in the gaps as I usually do when exploring cities. Bard was one of the spots on my list, so as soon as I arrived in Portland I was feeling a thirst and decided to walk over and check it out. For the time being, Bard is operating as a walk-up window for both ordering and pickup. I don't believe their indoor seating is open, as I looked inside and it was empty less the employees. The window setup works really well, as the side of the shop faced a small park so there's plenty of space to form a line, wait for your order, and sip your beverages. They have a small selection drinks as well as some pastries. Mostly coffees but I noticed a few teas and I believe a lemonade beverage. The iced cappuccino looked good so I went with that. I thought it was great - smooth flavor and the perfect remedy for a warm day. Service was fast and friendly, and overall this is a great find in Portland. I would not hesitate to return to try more of their offerings. read more

Bard Coffee - iced cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

I ordered for a drip coffee, and it was perfect--not too acidic. If you're like me and don't enjoy acidic coffee, you won't be disappointed with a dark roast drip coffee. read more

I loved this place!! It's so cute inside! I was so shocked how cheap 4 coffees and a croissant was (24$!) (I usually except 8$ per coffee in this economy). I got a dirty chai with oat milk, I had asked if the chai was house made and she said no but she said it was really good, and she was right!! Mine was great. My sister got a lavender cappuccino w oat milk was great too. I definitely recommend getting your coffee fix here! read more

When I searched up must-try coffee places in Portland, I came across Bard Coffee. There was a long line when we went, but it moved pretty quickly. The coffee was expensive, but in my opinion, worth it! I ordered a cortado with oat milk, and my brother ordered the lavender latte. The cortado was strong, but unbelievably rich and smooth. The espresso was very well done. The lavender latte was also delicious, and I am usually not a fan of floral flavors in fear that it will taste like perfume. This one was almost nutty and the floral notes were very delicate and subtle, and perfect in a latte!! The cashier was also extremely nice and made an effort to welcome us :) If I lived in Portland, this would definitely be my go-to cozy spot to sit with a coffee and read a good book, especially since it's in the heart of the downtown area!! read more

Bard Coffee - Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Okay I do like Bard. The employees are always super nice. However, the prices are truly wild. I got a latte that was $11 including tip. That's crazy. Also, do not come here if you plan to work on your laptop. They play the most obnoxious music REALLY loudly. This is a coffee shop not a bar. I'm 25, I'm not an old Karen.. but it was too loud I fear. Like, do yall not want people sitting down here? I came in to do work and could hear the music through my AirPods. I could only stand it for like 20 minutes before I left. read more

If you are into paying to be abused by barista staff this is your spot. I get it, it's not what wanted to do as a kid growing up, but that is no excuse to treat customers terribly. If you are unfortunate enough to catch wind of their banter while in the shop you will hear them talking disparagingly of patrons--I might be missing something, but that's the exact OPPOSITE of what my experience normally is in a coffee shop. Too bad. Coffee is great, but until mgmt has a talk with front end staff about how they interface with public, I'm bringing my money elsewhere. read more

Happening coffee spot. Went back twice in one day based mostly on its location. On both visits the cafe was busy with people on computers, etc. As for the drinks: pumpkin spice latte was ok, great hot chocolate. Also got hot tea and was disappointed at its size for the price. Other prices were to be expected for a specialty coffee house. read more

Bard Coffee - Pumpkin Spice Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

We popped in during a late breakfast. The place was going - business deals happening in the corner, tourist planning moves in the next. No line though! We ordered a cappuccino, it was alright, nothing special 4/5. Next was a maple latte, it ended up being a little syntheticy taste and didn't end up finishing it 1/5. read more

Popped in for a quick drink while leaving Portland and was so impressed with Bard Coffee! The latte was delicious and the husband loved his hot chocolate as well. The baristas were quick and very friendly: asking us where we were from and if we enjoyed the holiday. Warm and cozy and would return next time we're in Portland! read more

Bard Coffee - Pistachio and Cardamom Rose Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

I got a delicious iced America with caramel coffee. The coffee shop has great vibes and lots of seating options. The staff were really great too helpful . Definitely worth going if you want a coffee treat. read more

Bard Coffee - Iced Americano with caramel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Very good dark roast. Service was fast. Street parking I don't think they should ask for tip on to go orders though. Seems ridiculous read more

Solid coffee joint in Portland. Stopped in with my wife and kids, ages 13-17 for coffee. Friendly staff, light snack options and yummy coffee. Good option close to everything. read more

Super cute and trendy coffee shop! The inside was adorable! I got an iced oatmilk latte and my mom got a hot oatmilk latte. The espresso was nutty and the oatmilk was super creamy. One of the best coffees I have ever had. Their syrups are all housemade and they put your "for here" coffees in mugs with pretty latte art. Definitely worth a stop. read more

Bard Coffee - Hot oatmilk latte for here - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Probably the best cappuccino I had while in Portland! I wouldn't call it cozy but I did appreciate how much seating there was, although we didn't stay. read more

Amazing Vietnamese iced coffee and hot coffee! Located right in the old port area, it's a perfect place to pick up coffee to go and have with donuts and baked goods that are available in the area. They may have a line depending on the day so be ready to wait a bit but it's totally worth it. read more

Bard Coffee - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Upon entry, I enjoy the large space and the many seating options offered Loved their big menu but wished they listed the prices. I feel that to be a bit unfair if that affects one's purchasing options. Got an iced dirty chai, americano and cappuccino. All great! (Tip) If you might visit this place more than once, grab a stamp card! Staff were nice and friendly! read more

Bard Coffee - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

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This place has really gone downhill!! Overpriced coffee with unkept, grungy employees that provide terrible service as they like spending time standing around and gabbing while the line stacks up. I'll never go back!! read more

Bard serves consistently great coffee with warm hospitality and a nice vibe. Best of all, they open at 7 am! read more

Bard Coffee - Bard mixes it up with cappuccino! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

So good! You can definitely taste the difference their homemade syrups make. My husband got the iced vanilla bean latte and you can see the flecks of vanilla bean throughout the latte. I got the iced americano with Maine maple syrup and it didn't have the chemical taste that most maple syrup flavorings have. No notes! read more

Pretty good coffee and a nice place to sit and work. I got the Vietnamese coffee and it tasted really great. The nitro was watery and had a ton of ice. It didn't feel like an authentic nitro cold brew. read more

Very cute place! Coffee and food were great. Very chill and small coffee shop but plenty of seating. Get your work done or grab a to go cup! It's awesome! The owner is super nice too! read more

Playlist was fire, def busy which is fun, doing work there was great! The baristas are wicked nice. The only slight little comment I have is my chai tea definitely took a while which isn't always great (especially when you NEED coffee to function lol) but again, they're busy which isn't a bad thing! They're popular! read more