I came across this beyond ADORABLE coffee shop this morning and I'm so very happy I did. I ordered…read morea black coffee and an everything bagel with veg cream cheese, egg and bacon. The coffee was so rich and satisfying, BUT THE BAGEL. Omg, the quality of that bagel was beyond description. Freshly made, the egg was a fresh cracked one and the bacon done perfect and savory. The veg cream cheese that is used tasted just made as well. the gentleman making it was so sweet and the lady who took my order was wonderful. The leather cushy chair I enjoyed while waiting was heaven. I can't say enough and I hope to be back very soon. THANK YOU for making my morning.

Okay, I was looking for a coffee place to kill some time at before an appointment in the area. This…read moreplace came up in my search and boy am I glad I decided to stop here. First - it is super cute. With a mix of community tables, counter seating, and even one very cozy looking chair (I say looking because it was occupied and I was unable to plunk myself down and enjoy my book - which it was beckoning me to do). They have an extensive coffee menu and use their own roasted beans. I went with a standard coffee but did upgrade to maple syrup for my sweetener. (Anyone who knows me knows this alone won me over!) And, if you eat in - your coffee comes in a beautiful real mug! They have decent bakery case which is stocked with pastries from Two Fat Cats and bagels from Rose Foods! That's right - you can get a Rose Food bagel without the hassle of parking on Forest Ave in Portland. I got the Mystery Spice (old bay seasoning) and enjoyed half with Olive Cream Cheese and the other with Herbed. Clearly they make the cream cheeses here in house and they are delicious. The place seems pretty popular as there were many people here on a Thursday morning. Already planning a trip back here with a friend for a little remote work day!

Came in on a Friday around 8:30. Parking was a little difficult today as there was a lot of…read moreconstruction going on. But we found a spot in the huge parking lot behind the coffee competitor. Lol. Our server was friendly. Ordered the chocolate hazelnut cold brew, regular cold brew and cookie butter latte along with an Asiago bagel and a steak breakfast sandwich (the hiker). All drinks were FABULOUS! The bagel and steak sandwich?? FRESH and delicious. The shoppe is very nice and chill. The decor charming with sofas and chairs and tables. So happy to find this coffee shop!

After visiting another nearby spot for food/baked goods we wanted to try a new to us coffee spot…read moreand this was nearby so worked perfectly. I will say they appear to have their baked goods as well as many different food options like sandwiches but my review is strictly for the coffee. Once you enter to the right is all the different seating with a good variety of tables and chairs but also some more comfy choices like couches. Quite a large space inside and a handful of tables outside to enjoy the nice weather. You order at the counter and then they have a spot further down where they'll call out your name for both food and drinks. They had a section on the menu called the MET Artistic Lattes which was their version of specialty flavored lattes. This caught our eyes. My wife went with the Falcon Pride (chocolate & white chocolate latte) and I went with the Vanilla Bean Dream (white chocolate & vanilla). Drink wise they were both pretty good! Didn't become a new favorite coffee spot but good enough we would return if we found ourselves in the area looking for coffee again. To have a real strong opinion I would need to return and try some of the food rather than just the coffee.

I submit this for management to take corrective action,…read more I stopped in for a quick cup of coffee. One would think this would be a non event. The coffee was served in a hand made mug with no handle. WAY TOO HOT to hold. When I pointed this out the server moved on to mistake number two. "You can pick it up at the rim," she suggested, and then proceeded to demonstrate, putting her fingers ALL OVER the rim.... DISGUSTING! There is an old expression in the food service business where top third of a glass, mug etc. belongs to the customer. In a 15 second interaction they managed to screw up a simple cup of coffee.....For A COFFEE SHOP, you would think they would be savvy about such simple minded matters.... Had her pour into a paper cup and bit my tongue.....Get it together......it is a simple process.

I like the geographical location. I like the big, free…read moreparking lot. I like the interior: it has old, historic Maine building vibes (the exposed brick, the wooden floors, the large windows with accent shutters). I like the coffee (it's from a local roaster; shame on other coffee shops for not buying their beans from Maine businesses). I like the staff: I had A LOT of weird requests, and the person ringing me up was like, "yeah, we got you, girl" (not like that, but you get the point). I like the abundance of non-dairy creamer options. I like the very Maine themed lattes (like, The Golden Road? IYKYK) I like the very seasonal themed lattes. I like that they're dog friendly. I asked them if it was possible to get the Down East Maple Latte iced (with an extra shot) and additionally a healthy sprinkle of sea salt. It was the saltiest latte I've ever had in my life, but like, in a good way? It was a gentle amount of sweet, strong on the espresso flavor, and salty. I would absolutely come out of my way to WFM here!

Wonderful service, great food, and a very cozy atmosphere. One of the best places around for a…read morebaked good, and everything is made from scratch.

My most recent visit was within the past year for a friend's surprise birthday dinner. There were 8…read moreof us and within a reservation it was no problem finding a space for us. The service/staff - 10 stars from the moment we walked in. It was like walking into a friends house for a dinner party/gathering. So friendly and welcoming, like they had been looking forward to us arriving. We were brought to our table in the one of the side rooms furthest from the kitchen, main room. There were a few other tables in the same room, but it didn't feel crowded. Great menu, not a large selection, however, there is definitely something for everyone. I selected the chicken and dumplings. It wasn't like the traditional chicken and dumplings. The dumplings were petite and so delicious! The sour dough bread made fresh daily....get it if you can. You may want to call ahead and preorder for your dinner. They run out fast. Our server was very engaging, patiently explained the dishes and offerings. Checked on us, kept our drinks full, she made us smile and laugh. She was fun! Overall - delicious food and drink. A cozy setting for a lovely dinner. Also - private lot with plenty of parking! I can't wait to go back again soon.

I was greeted by two lovely people who were very excited to invite me into their establishment. I…read moregot the vanilla chai latte as well as their blueberry danish that they recommended. They were both so good and you can tell they were made with love. 10/10!

Wow this place is such a great addition to the local coffee scene. Delicious and original coffee…read moredrinks. We got the reishi mushroom hot cacao , coconut and cinnamon, cardamom and steamed oat milk latte with a n extra expresso shot. You won't be getting that at Dunkin. It was so amazing I will go back to try the other specials very soon. Reasonable prices and some great original recipes. The homemade blueberry muffin was packed with blueberries and a really flavorful. The store has a great selection of locally crafted gifts, food items, and tinctures. The owner and her daughter were lovely so welcoming. There is not a lot of seating but the available area is very nice .definitely a destination spot and a great addition to the area with plenty of parking.

Very spacious cafe. A lot of beverage options. I chose to…read moreget a latte and it was ok. It was more bitter/burnt tasting than I'm used to. I could only drink half. The treats we bought were nice. I liked the pastries the most. The macarons were ok. They were beautiful and flavors were ok, however, they didn't taste "fresh". The staff, super friendly and sweet. I would like to try other items on their menu. Hope to return in the future when I have time and am in the area. I'm glad I tried it.

After original plans of a breakfast spot fell through I remembered this spot opened last year. It's…read moretheir now fourth location and my first time trying any of them. It's a large inviting space with plenty of tables to enjoy your drinks/food here. With the name they have artwork on the wall related to Paris. They have many options for drinks including seasonal Valentine's Day specials. Also food wise they have a lot of options on display for you. Including baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, and more. Staff were friendly and helpful and took no time at all to receive both our food and drinks. Drink wise my wife got their seasonal "In The Name of Love" that was a white mocha with raspberry syrup. I got their seasonal "Dubai Chocolate" w/ chocolate and pistachio syrups. Both were quite good, with my wife's being slightly better and more flavor. Food wise we each chose their sausage egg and cheese sandwich and my wife got a blueberry cream cheese. The sandwiches were unique in the sense they were made with white bread that had cheese melted onto it. The best bite was the blueberry cream cheese and was like a better version of a toaster strudel. Sandwiches and drinks were good but didn't quite blow us away hence the 4 stars. Certainly a good enough experience I would return to this location and/or visit any of the others. With so many great breakfast/coffee spots in the greater Portland area this is one worth considering at least.

What a great spice and tea store we found for our first time in this store while in Freeport. I/we…read moreall bought tea for ourselves and good friends who love tea. So many teas, spices sugars, and much more to choose from. We can't wait to try them. The staff was nice and the store was so much fun to look around. I asked if they have an option to shop online and they said yes. ( possibly for future purchases lol) I would recommend that if you are a tea, spice, or sugar fan- so many options and smells to sample. :)

AMAZING spice, tea and salt store!!…read more My wife and I LOVE special teas and this place did not disappoint! The owner is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He gave samples and freely shared his significant knowledge of teas, spices, sugars and salts. INCREDIBLE!! Highly recommended!

Dog Bar Jim had been on my list for a while, so I was excited to finally stop in for breakfast. I…read morehad heard the lines could be long, so we arrived around 9:30 a.m. expecting a wait. Luckily, there were only about five people ahead of us, and the line moved quickly. The person taking our order immediately made us feel welcome. Even with a busy morning crowd, they took their time with everyone and treated each customer like they were the only one there. That kind of genuine friendliness is something you don't forget. The atmosphere is unlike any coffee shop I've been to. Every wall has something different to look at, quirky artwork, funny signs, vintage pieces, random collectibles, a mannequin dressed in sunglasses and boots, even a life-size Tom Cruise hanging out on the patio. I found myself constantly looking around because there was something interesting in every direction. One of my favorite touches was the self-serve coffee station. You grab a mug from the wall instead of a paper cup. I picked one with a cool Abraham Lincoln wearing a backwards baseball cap while sipping coffee, which perfectly matched the café's fun personality. There were several coffee choices, and I ended up trying two. Refills are available for a small fee. For breakfast, I ordered one of their brioche breakfast sandwiches with the meat of the day, which was brisket. The brisket was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the soft brioche bun. I also ordered a toasted jalapeño bagel with jalapeño shmear. It comes sprinkled with Tajín but got mine on the side. While I usually enjoy Tajín, it was just a little much for me first thing in the morning, so next time I'd ask for it without. The jalapeño shmear itself was delicious. After eating, we took our coffee outside to enjoy the patio. The colorful mural covering the building, beautiful flower pots, and relaxed seating made it a great place to sit and slow down for a while. Dog Bar Jim isn't just a place to grab breakfast, it's one of those places with real personality. Great food, excellent coffee, genuinely kind service, and an atmosphere that's fun, creative, and impossible to forget. If you're anywhere near Brunswick, it's absolutely worth the stop.

Fantastic lattes and light breakfast fare in an eclectic atmosphere. Off the beaten path, so no…read moretourists. Our fellow customers were a highly varied bunch. What's not to love?

Stopped here for a coffee while doing some shopping. I got the maple latte and it was good. It's a…read moresmall little place with only a couple seats. They handmade their juices which looked great. Next time I'm in the area I'll try a juice!

Ordered the everything bagel with vegan cream cheese and a peanut butter smoothie to wash it down…read more Yummy, healthy and friendly staff. 10/10!!

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.