Amazing lunch option that is within reason for cost and consistently delivers filling, tasty and satisfying food! Nothing that will necessarily knock your socks off but is a 100% serviceable option for lunch that is very popular within my office! read more

Crooked Mile - Jersey Joe Italian (they gave me double meat portion on accident) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Got the coconut cloud at first and rlly didnt love it- very bitter, so got the snickerdoodle to follow. It was better- more my style but still idk wouldn't get it again but definitely got the job done. Inside was cute and food options looked plentiful so maybe if i got more it'd be a better review read more

Crooked Mile - Snickerdoodle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

I stumbled on this cozy coffee & breakfast place in Portland while walking my dog. What a great place! My dog is now gifted here with treats when we come in, he loves it here also! When they are closed, he pulls me to the door and stares in hoping the friendly staff will be inside. The food... the food! The coffee! Fresh & delicious. My go to order is a breakfast sandwich on a croissant. Flaky buttery perfect dreamy croissant with a healthy serving of fresh cooked eggs, meat of your choice; bacon, turkey sausage or quality deli turkey & cheese. Somehow they have managed to get this entire breakfast sandwich perfected in every way. It is steaming hot every time I order it, obviously prepared right after I ordered it. Their baked goods today were from standard bakery. I got the blueberry scone, it is amazingly good especially with a cup of crooked mile hot fresh brewed coffee. In the warmer months, they have tables outside. They are open nice & early 7:30 am. We love you Crooked Mile read more

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What I like: - The Crooked Mile's location (right off Old Port's main roads, meaning it's not nearly as jam packed as other fan favorites). - Free wifi! - Their iced chai (it doesn't taste like dirt, unlike some other more ...interesting ones in the area. - The amount of space. Lots of natural light + a cafe area in the front and dining area in the back. Spacious! What was meh: - Their menu. Breakfast sandwiches, bagels, and like one burrito, plus a selection of pastries that could be found in an airport hotel complimentary breakfast buffet. Wasn't bad, wasn't great, probably wouldn't make a return trip, but worth checking out if other coffee shops are too busy. read more

Crooked Mile - iced chai with 2% milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Came here for breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Good location downtown and friendly staff. Had bacon, eggs and cheese with everything bagel. Too many options on the menu which could affect freshness of some of the ingredients, for example the bagel we had. read more

Great spot for salads/sandwiches/breakfast! Cute diner on the corner of a cobblestone street. Bit windows and a few tables in the back. Kind staff who answered all our questions. read more

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"Butts or boobs?" They ask me. "Brunch" I say. I've always been a brunchman. It's just how I was raised. I do brunch. I know brunch. More importantly, I know a good brunch. Crooked mile was just shy of good. The service was the bright feather on a dull bird. They were kind and catered to my every need and treated me with the respect a human should be given. I ordered a breakfast sandwich. Egg. Bacon. Cheese. On sourdough. It lacked flavor and soul. It was hot. In fact, it was too hot. The bacon was but a floppy and underwhelming pink half-ruler. The sourdough was indeed sour, but not in the way a man or woman would wish. My bi-curious friend, Kenneth, ordered the 3-egg breakfast burrito with sausage on a wheat tortilla. Disappointed, was he. He also ordered an espresso. He chipped his tooth on that. We were unimpressed overall. Glad I tried it. 3 stars. read more

Arrived in-town for work early so decided to seek out some breakfast. The breakfast place on the corner does open until 8a!?! Missing a real breakfast crowd by opening so late, so decided to find a place using Yelp! Crooked Mile is just up the street practically, so off I went. This unique restaurant is tucked in on Milk St close to the Regency Hotel. The vibe is eclectic and cozy. Chose a Bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich and an iced tea as I had had enough coffee for the morning. I had to wait maybe 7-8 minutes and my sandwich was done. Walked back to my office and sat down to enjoy my sandwich. The English Muffin was toasted and the eggs were whipped and light with a a generous amount of bacon. I'm used to ordering extra since most places only give you two or three slices. I also spied some hard to find Blueberry coffee! A staple from what the young lady told me. So there is absolutely no doubt that I will be back to this 20 year old establishment and recommend you take a visit to. read more

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Quick lunch spot in the Old port. They have a soup and sandwich deal for only $10. They rotate the soup with two options always available. Reasonably priced sandwiches, salads and soups. Also serves breakfast until 11:30. The inside is a cute cozy vibe with inside seating. Counter service and they are super friendly. I frequent this spot for lunch and will continue. read more

Crooked Mile - Buffalo chicken soup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Should've kept walking towards Starbucks. The Crooked Mile is right next to our hotel and situated on cobblestoned road (thus the name which was perfect!) so the hubby wanted to check it out. Their menu really isn't that special. I ended up with PB&J sandwich on rye bread. Choice of jelly? Grape and strawberry! How is that not like a convenience store. I thought perhaps they would offer homemade jelly of some unique flavors. My sandwich's ratio was all wrong: there was much more jelly than peanut butter. Hubby ordered some kind of breakfast sandwich which took quite a while to make and he was charged wrong. They had to rerun it. Just not a very productive morning if you know what I mean! read more

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We went here pretty much as soon as it opened the service was good and fast, unfortunately was out of sausage so I opted for the bacon egg and cheese, which was still very good! Very standard sandwich, very filling. the latte was phenomenal--creamy & sweet but not overpowering, as someone who isn't a fan of overly sweet coffees this was good for me. Not to mention the prices were pretty good--coming from Boston I expect a $7 latte but this was only $4! Definitely worth the stop in read more

Excellent chai latte and espresso! So yummy! Friendly service, too. Cafe filled with fun local people on computers and enjoying sandwiches read more

Absolutely love this place! It has become a staple in my morning routine, and I just love how easy it is to order online and pick up on the go. They have lots of options for breakfast, and they are very affordable, the coffee selection is excellent, and the staff are always very helpful and friendly. Love coming here! Also more affordable than some other area competitors. Love supporting small business :) read more

Grabbed breakfast on our way out of town. Cute little cafe. Recommend the Mexican scrambler.

I love the ambiance of the Crooked Mile. Love the blackboards with the menu items and love the old building. The staff were friendly today and the vibe was mellow. Love the cobblestones, too!! I wanted to leave a great review. However... I ordered a tuna melt. In my view, the cheese has to melt and the sandwich should be hot. This tuna melt was cold, but the bread was grilled. It tasted good and I ate the whole thing, but it was a cold day, and I had wanted something hot. I was really disappointed, and puzzled. I did not think a tuna melt was too tough an assignment. The bathroom was dirty as well. read more

The Crooked Mile seems to be a solid lunch place (as long as theyr'e still open for the day?) I like that their sandwiches come with a bag of chips or a crispy apple. Big addition to the overall value. read more

This was the perfect spot for breakfast in Portland. I had the Nutty Englishman coffee and the house-made croissant with bacon, egg, and cheese. The croissant sandwich was served piping hot with steam coming out! It tasted delicious and the service was on point. read more

Crooked Mile - Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

My wife and I really enjoyed frequenting this place the last week during our honeymoon. The location is just outside of tourist traffic for a nice and quiet get away. There are sandwich and salad options for days - many of them for all different kinds of diets and preferences. My wife preferred oat milk and just a little sweetener so it's nice that the staff was shears accommodating. Derives was great, speedy, and with a smile. Looking forward to returning here for coffee and tea next time we are in Portland. read more

Crooked Mile - a coffee shop with a sign above the counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Crooked Mile was my go-to lunch spot when I worked in downtown Portland. I loved how it offered half-size salads and sandwiches that were perfect portions for a petite lady like me. The line can get long around lunch time, but don't be intimidated because the staff here churn out orders pretty quickly. Pro tip: salads come out more quickly than hot sandwiches! I also loved how anything on the menu can be made into a salad, sandwich, or wrap and had fun experimenting. My absolute favorite is the fiesta salad, closely followed by the chicken cobb salad. Each order comes with a free bag of chips or apple, so don't forget to take one. I highly recommend trying out the flavored iced teas and lattes. Lavender and blood orange were my favorite for iced teas. The iced teas were incredibly delicious and thirst quenching around summer time. I also enjoyed the heath bar latte and nutty Englishman latte. The heath bar latte was sweeter than the nutty Englishman, so I would order the nutty Englishman when I needed more caffeine but didn't necessarily want that much sweetness. Last but not least, the staff here is the best. They not only make orders at lightning speed, but they also remember your name and favorite order if you're a regular. They're always incredibly friendly and all around just rock stars. Let's be honest, there are plenty of places offering salads and sandwiches, but that personal human touch is what sets Crooked Mile apart from its competitors. read more

Coffee was good and staff was friendly but I was grossed out by the guy who was probably not working there eating a sandwich and talking to a girl working behind the counter. The fact that they were serving food and drinks right next to him. When I got my coffees he had to move his sandwich paper to allow me to find my coffee. The whole time I'm thinking about food particles from his nonstop taking flying all over behind the counter and into my coffee. Gross and very unprofessional. read more

Best food service and affordable in the Old Port. Close to the Regency. Our go to breakfast spot weekdays and the staff is the absolute best. Will return again and again read more

The Snickerdoodle latte was so yummy! My husband got the Geraldo burrito & I had a bagel sandwich with sausage, egg, and cheese! It was delicious! If we didn't live in NC, we would be back daily! read more

Stopped by this place for a quick caffeine refill. Cute coffee shop with a lot of breakfast grab and go options. They have good social distancing policy. Def check it out when you're in the city. read more

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Nothing too crazy here folks, just a cute mom and pop coffee and breakfast sandwich joint. Right next to Portland Regency Hotel and Spa (a very nice place to stay). Very solid coffee and breakfast sandwich, but the kicker is it's an mix of locals and tourists...mostly residents. So you know it's not a flash in the pan place. Super comfortable, like grandma's house. read more

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As most reviewers note, this is a cozy Old Port sandwich shop with a wide selection of sandwiches and salads. There's not much to say that hasn't already been said- during rush hour, the line can go out the door and make for a stressful experience. Other times, it's quite pleasant to utilize their free wifi and sit by yourself at one of their tables with a sandwich and totally zone out. I always go for the fresh mozzarella sandwich (minus the red onions, as these remind me of eating toenails). I ALWAYS order it on 12 grain or oat, which sounds mega petty, but if you get it on the baguette, you'll probably end up leaving frustrated. The baguette they usually serve it on is SO TINY it is basically a bready cracker. Would not suggest. Anyway, sandwich comes with an apple or chips. The food comes out quick. They use a delicious balsamic on their mozzarella sandwich, which most other spots don't. Pleasant service, a hipster local vibe, and pretty decent food. The vegetables are always fresh, and the cheese is, well, magical and delectable as cheese always is. Stop here with a friend to discuss other annoying spots in the Old Port, or to enjoy the people watching at the lunchtime rush hour. read more

Crooked Mile - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

Super cute corner cafe in Maine. I only sampled an iced oat milk chai latte but it was nice and came up super fast. Plenty of parking around back and easy to walk to. The sandwiches looked amazing. I'd go back to try them! read more

We came here for breakfast, eagerly waiting until Monday when they opened. The coffees we got were excellent! But the breakfast sandwiches were lacking a little bit. Maybe it's more of a lunch place? I'm not sure. Id come back for coffee, but not sure about food. read more

I ordered a greek salad with chicken from which I have done many times in the past. When I went and picked my order up they gave me a small salad and when I asked if it was a "whole salad" as their menu you can order a whole salad or a half salad and she told me that that was a whole salad and they are just using new bowls. Which are half are half the size of the whole salad but still charged me for a whole salad. Absolutely ridiculous! And there was no chicken on my salad. The service and quality is just going down hill. It's really disappointing to give money to a small business just for your food to be sub par and to be charged for a whole meal I didn't event get. read more

Such a cute coffee shop! It is much bigger inside than it looks from outside so if you are with a larger group, this would be a great location for you to grab a seat and relax. They have dozens of drink, sandwich, and salad options and like I said, plenty of seating inside. They have a few seats outside and they have large windows that bring amazing light into the room. The staff is super nice and helps with all needs. It sure beats Starbucks but I may be biased as I don't enjoy large chains. Oh and when they served my iced chai tea latte, they didn't provide a straw...BONUS!!! read more

This is one of my go-to lunch spots for a quick bite on a lunch break. All sandwiches and salads come with a complimentary bag of chips or an apple. The tuna melt is my favorite- very filling! Their breakfast menu is great too. I usually order ahead of time and pick up my order because the line is out the door around noon. Their coffee isn't my favorite. They usually have a variety of flavors but I find it is often weak/lacking flavor. Their lattes and specialty coffees are good. I haven't tried the soup, but they usually have a few rotating for lunch. Staff is super friendly and they work quickly to get through all the sandwich orders at the lunch hour rush. read more

We were looking for a place to seat our party of 12 and not having any luck. We asked the mail lady on her route and she suggested the crooked mile. I loved the atmosphere and the girls behind the counter were super friendly- small town charm-like! The food was great and everyone from the 5yr old to the 60yr old were satisfied with the selections available. All plates were cleared, which is always a sign of good food. My only negative is the drink selection- I hate paying for drinks and would rather have some tap water as an option instead of bottles of juice, etc. but overall I would suggest this to anyone looking for a delicious lunch! read more

Crooked Mile - Chicken blue on spinach wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Wonderful coffeehouse and sandwich shop in the heart of Portland's historic Old Port neighborhood. We enjoyed delicious bagels and eggs, along with some of the tastiest coffee I've had in a while. Service was terrific, and there are tables inside and out. My only complaint is that they're not open on weekends. Boo. read more

I walked from home with my two-year-old in a snowstorm to get her a muffin. When we arrived they said she couldn't eat the muffin at their counter and had to eat outside. Place was completely empty besides 3 employees (unmasked). I asked if they could make an exception for a toddler in a snowstorm and they were adamant that those were the rules. There was an empty counter. I truly cannot imagine running a cafe and telling a mother during a blizzard that her toddler has to eat her muffin outside. Will never go back there. Left and walked six blocks further to Rosemont where everyone was kind and humane. Behavior by the workers at Crooked Mile totally repulsed me. read more

Great little breakfast place. Good menu, good coffee and nice quiet places to sit indoors with big windows. We enjoyed ourselves. Small detail, I ordered a everything bagel with vegetable cream cheese and it really had regular cream cheese and freshly chopped vegetables, nice unexpected difference. Would recommend. read more

We were hungry. This was staring at us right in the face. Market St Eats, our go-to breakfast stop was closed. Ordered the sausage, egg and cheese on a bagel. It was good, but didn't leave a big impression. Did the trick, food came out quickly. No fuss kind of place. read more

Crooked Mile - It hit the spot for a last-minute find - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

I had driven by the Crooked Mile quite a few times and I must admit the outside of the place looks great! Quaint and clean. The perfect place for my Friday morning meeting with a new potential board member. I ordered only a coffee, as I had to lead the meeting, but the food looked good. The coffee was good, no problems. BUUUUTTT I asked for the WiFi information only to learn that they had no WiFi. WHAT KIND OF COFFEE SHOP DOESNT HAVE WIFI?!? My meeting was ruined as it required calling another staff member in via video chat. We had to relocate. I'm sure the food is fine, but I can't tell you what a bad decision it is for a coffee shop not to have internet. read more

Fresh made breakfast sandwiches. Good coffee. Great service and nice staff. The only reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 is that they don't really toast the English muffins. They're tasty, but not toasted enough for me. Very convenient location. read more

The Crooked Mile is my go-to place for my morning coffee. They have a great selection of Carrabasset Coffee varieties at their self-serve station and they make a great iced coffee as well. The salted bagel is my favorite... The veggie cream cheese is literally cream cheese with cucumbers, carrots and onions added to it manually (no pre-packaged nonsense). For lunch, try the fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil wrap. The pesto makes this wrap amazing! The staff is friendly... The Crooked Mile features counter service... So order and pay at the counter and grab a seat until your order/name is called. And remember to grab a dog treat for your four-legged friends from the bowl on the counter. read more

Crooked Mile - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine

I've been here two times for lunch and I've enjoyed both visits. The chalkboard menu above the ordering counter is vast and detailed and includes various soup/sandwich combinations; I feel like I've actually spent more time perusing the options than I have eating them. I can't comment on the typical lines or the wait mentioned in other reviews because I always seem to stop in when a blizzpocalygeddon strikes town - probably because the only thing that sounds good for lunch on days like that are a piping hot bowl of soup. I can almost guarantee that you will be at the front of the line when an extreme weather event occurs. There's a nice nook in the back of the restaurant with a couch, coffee table (with a chess board!) and a few chairs. You'll feel like you're eating lunch in a Crate & Barrel. The food is pretty good, but not great, and very reasonably priced. The soup/sandwich combo is about $7-8. I've really enjoyed the soup I've had (Italian Wedding & Clam Chowder) but I've been less impressed by the sandwiches (BLT & grilled cheese). They're kinda small, especially the grilled cheese. Service is fast and friendly, and the staff always seem to be having a great time out back. I look forward to the next extreme weather event so that I can try their chicken stew! read more

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I've been eyeing the crooked mile for about a year and finally ventured in today. It's cute. It really is. There is nothing as charming as old brick, uneven wood beams, and big windows for people watchers to perch next to. Seems like a cafe is made for this location. And the staff are great- very friendly, and cleaned up after me without being intrusive or pushing me to finish my sandwich. Even a couple couches- certainly a cozy nook in the fall. Sadly that's where the positive stops for me. I ordered a BLT with turkey ok marble rye, after nearly falling to my death via tripping over the rug (definitely my fault- not a misplaced rug. They call me Mr. Smooth.). I sat down and as soon as I did my sandwich arrived. Now, the less-than-two-minute-sandwich SHOULD have scared me off, but it was nearly empty in the shop at about three o clock. Usually a good time for a sandwich- we've all been in the take out line when the poor employees are trying to whip out twenty sandwiches a minute during lunch hours. The sandwich was not good. The bread felt dry, the bacon was cheap microwave bacon, any condiments supposed to be ok the sandwich (mayo) were not doing their job- it was drier than my left elbow during winter. It basically fell apart when I picked it up. I felt like I wasted $7.50 as I sat there. The staff were so nice, the place so pleasant. Why are sandwich broken? I might come again, in a year, but I'll avoid a sandwich. I suggest you do too. Ill try s soup or salad next time. -2 for sandwich -1 for no soap in bathroom What could have been? read more

Crooked Mile - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Maine