Being a genuinely nice person must be a mandatory characteristic to get hired at CIA Cafè. I have…read moreceliac disease and while they are by no means a dedicated facility, they always have gluten free options for baked goods and sandwiches and try their best to avoid cross contamination. It's always a pleasure to stop in for a quick coffee and treat. The atmosphere is really charming, I don't frequently stay in to enjoy my food/drink but when I do, I really enjoy the space and the community feeling they have curated.

Good service, good food. Nice little cafe…read more I got a croissant with ham cheese and eggs. I also got a cappuccino. The foam was lovely. The coffee was a bit too hot. But delicious. Food was great. There was also a little nook of art, jewelry, and pottery. It was cute.

Lovely place. Parking out front. Large counter with window for pastries. Service was kind and…read morequick. The coffee was delightful and roasted in house. The salted peanut butter pop tart I had was amazing as well. It came from a local pastry maker. It was all really good. I will definitely be back.

Served up a beautiful cappuccino in a warm comfy modern shop, pairing it with one of the local…read morebakeries pastries and you have a winning combo! Croissant was perfection, the coffee was strong and expertly made, we all enjoyed. Side note I loved the ceramic coffee cups here, perfect size.

This is one of my favorite cafes in the Portland area. It's very close to SMCC so it's easy to hang…read moreout there in between classes! The baristas are so friendly and funny, and as a queer person I feel right at home. The orange creamsicle syrup they have right now ROCKS in their iced tea. I got the avocado toast with two eggs, and I'm happy to report they were not shy on the seasoning! You'll be seeing me regularly. Happy pride!

Had a good experience checking this coffee shop out during our trip to South Portland. It was…read morewithin walking distance of our AirBnb so we were really happy to have a local coffee spot nearby! The first day I got an iced latte with oatmilk and it was delish, and creamy. However, the second day I got an iced chai with oatmilk and was pretty disappointed. I know chai is different at every coffee shop but this one was so spicy and had a thick gritty texture at the bottom of my latte and I actually couldn't drink it. But def would come back for the coffee and good vibes!

I actually really enjoyed this coffee bar that we stumbled upon. Wasn't busy and staff were…read morefriendly. We even met the cartoonist who did the cartoons around the shop. So sociable! Liked the aesthetic of the spot, with some artsy pieces throughout. My coffee too was quite tasty. The toffee flavouring was nice, but didn't overpower the espresso which I enjoyed. I'd also say pricing is good for its quality!

This place is super cute and right near the Westin Harbor side. They have pastries from a local…read morebakery that my mother enjoyed. The service is super friendly. When they open, they seem to have several locals. All around, a great place for coffee and maybe a snack.

My wife and I are attempting to check out any and all coffee places we can and Smalls was our stop…read moretoday on an early Spring Sunday morning. They advertise themselves as all day cafe/bar and market. The vibes were perfect with an overall cozy and welcoming feel. It seemed like a spot many regulars come to often as the workers appeared to know many people who came through! They have a bar with roughly 8 seats, along with some tables. With the back of the store having goodies to buy including candles, self-care items, wines, drinks, and more. Worth browsing before or after your drinks and food. We snagged two bar stools and were immediately greeted and served water along with a menu. All three staff members were friendly and made us feel welcome. Drink wise my wife got an iced mocha while I saw their drink special of the month on social media and had to try it. Named The Blue Rose with Butterfly pea flower, cardamom rose, whole milk, pebble ice and espresso on top. A photo-worthy beverage with a delicious flavor. I would keep coming back for this drink for sure if it were a permanent menu item! Food wise my wife and I both got a breakfast sandwich, only difference she got bacon while I got the impossible sausage. Well made and delicious sandwiches that would make us return as well. I do wish they would have been a little bigger though. If our visit today was any indication of the typical my wife and I would gladly return! Friendly service in a great setting with well made food and drinks. Need to return to give their cocktails a try! A standout space in Portland.

Smalls came highly recommend, but unfortunately I didn't have the most amazing experience…read more The inside is SUPER cute. If I were to come back here I would opt to just get coffee rather than food OR I'd come for a glass of wine because I did like the vibe on the inside. However, the breakfast sandwich was rather disappointing and our service was VERY slow. I ordered a coffee about half way through my meal and had to leave without it because it was taking too long.

Food was amazing! Pastries were delicious. The inside was cute and trendy. Service was good.read more

We had a couple treats from Bread & Friends from the Freeport/Brunswick Farmer's Market, but I…read moreforgot to review! Driving by the store after the Beach to Beacon, we decided to pop in for our post-run coffee. It's a cute place with lots of seating and friendly employees! The coffee was very good! (cappucinos). Along with it, we chose the lime and coconut Kouign-amann. Really great - lime on the inside. Highly recommend!

Made it to Scratch this past Sunday. Being GF is definitely a challenge surrounded by such amazing…read morebagels. I had almost given up on finding a treat when staff pointed out the GF option. I wasn't terribly excited about it but gave it a try. The Almond Horseshoe is just about the best GF treat I have eaten. And eating at Willard Beach makes it even better. Sorry I didn't get the photo. I wish I had bought more. I will certainly make special trips to get that again!

Delicious bagels, which is the only reason I'm giving this the three stars. Other than that, I'm…read morenot really trying to go to a bagel shop where I am told they cannot cut my bagel. Coming from out of state, I didn't really have any way to get the bagel open. They told me to use their plastic knives which is what I tried to do but due to the elasticity of their bagels it made my car a mess. Cream cheese is sold separately in a glass container which is kind of annoying. If you are ok with them just throwing the bagel in a bag, and if you live nearby and are able to fix it up, great! But if not, it's kinda just a mess and not worth it.

Bard Coffee was a great find near my hotel. It's bright and fun with a friendly staff. My…read morecappuccino was perfect and I loved my cold brew. Bard is very popular, but the long line moves fast. I'm looking forward to returning the next time I'm in Portland.

Best iced chai latte with oat milk that I've ever had. Perfectly spiced, delicate flavor, creamy…read moreoat milk, just the right amount of ice.