Fernleaf Bakery

Really delicious and fresh pastries, good service and a small outdoor space to eat if it's nice…read moreout. Worth the stop in if you're in the mood for a treat.

I have decided pastry from Europe is far superior to the fatty, overly sweet American pastry. Fika…read moreis a Scandinavia bakery that we stumbled upon and I am happy we did. You step up and order from the window. There are a few tables outside but you don't go inside. Friendly and fast service. The coffee is delightful. I got an iced coffee sweetened with maple syrup which went very well with our pastry. First off we got the coconut corn bread topped with cream and black berries. It was surprising. So good. The bread was moist and flavorful with lightly sweetened cream. A winner for sure. Next was the cardamom knot. This was So good. It was delicately spiced and lightly sweet. Perfect with coffee. We also tried the berry scone. It was not dense or dry. It was full of berry flavor and very nice. Hubby loves bread and for a focaccia and it was perfect. Lastly we got some kind of meat pie. It was reminiscent of meatloaf. It wasn't bad just not what I was expecting. Overall this is a hit for sure. Perfect coffee and gorgeous pastry. Close by Old Orchard. Go try it.

Exterior (no interior, 2 picnic tables outside)

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Sweet Sunrise

4.2

(5 reviews)

What a perfect addition to Saco! This place is cute and very well organized. Everything looks very…read morefresh and appealing. I came in for cupcakes (which I got) but the cake jar also caught my eye. I bought a vanilla cupcake and a chocolate peanut butter cupcake for my BF. He said it was really good. So was the cupcake. I'm a frosting addict and Sweet Sunrise has some of the best I've ever had. Not too sweet but the perfect amount of sugary texture. (I really hope that makes sense) Now back to the cake jar...it was amazing! There was a very moist blue cake, more of that amazing frosting, chocolate chips, and edible cookie dough. It's so cute and deliciously decadent and rich. They also have a great variety of items: cookies, mini cakes, cake pops, fudge, and multiple cupcake choices. And as sweet as all of the baked goods were, the service was even sweeter. The person who helped me was patient and kind. This place feels a little magical.

Absolutely adore this cute sweets shop nearby my house. There is such great options for every…read moreoccasions, and they KILLED my request to help me celebrate my 6k followers on Instagram. There breakfast cupcakes are also the cutest and come with syrup :)

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Reilly's Bakery

OG spot, their stuff is simple, good and the prices are like stepping back in time. They have a ton…read moreof options and you can also get cakes for events. Staff are also kind and fast.

This is a classic Maine bakery with the sweet treats you expect like frosted donuts and cookies,…read morebreads, cream horns and pastries and chicken pot pies. Affordable and delicious. The staff is very friendly! Check out their hours before going as they do close early and tend to sell out of most products by the time they close. I love the cream horns but there is always something new to try, they produce a large variety of desserts. They make wonderful custom cakes too. There is seating if you want to enjoy your food and plenty of space for all.

Vanilla buttercream frosting cake

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Sweets & Co

Amazing! Incredible baked goods and really fun drinks. Love coming into the cafe right on Main St…read morein Saco. The people are so friendly and it is a lovely place to meet friends.

This spot was a must after seeing it's 100% gluten free…read more Came around 1230/1 on a Saturday and the whole time I was there, the line was at least 4 people deep; sometimes down to the front door. There are not many tables inside and it fills up fast, so I recommend getting food to go. The interior is super cute! I loved all the decor!! The avocado sandwich had a lot of flavor and was worth the 15 minute wait. They have SO many delicious looking sweets, it's hard to decide what to get. I will be back when I'm in the area again!

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The Maine Pie

5.0

(4 reviews)

0.5 mi

Best gluten free pies anywhere in the country!! They taste amazing! I love them am I am not gluten…read morerestricted!

Thank you ! The Maine Pie is the best! After trying so many other pies, I finally stumbled upon The…read moreMaine Pie & decided to give it a try. I'm so glad I did! The Apple pie is so good! Let's start with the apples inside the filling - crunchy and sweet, but not too sweet. And the crust, crispy, beautifully arranged (see photo) & tasty too. No greasy texture, unlike some of the other brands I've tried. The pie heats up nicely & goes well with ice cream or whipped cream. Definitely "calorie worthy" Yum! I can't wait to try more pies from The Maine Pie! https://m.yelp.com/biz_redir?link_source=yelp_app&s=a3964aa952ddb4d5ed7e491e8f62924ae5707f2e319e3fdcb4bf9043081a2852&src_bizid=kgzUTqcePFnjRI_jze2GDA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fthemainepieco.com&website_link_type=website&ydid=y_E0CA6955-E512-4E04-BF82-9FB9FB0ECD4A

Scratch Baking Company

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!

A friend took me here when I was visiting town and I immediately fell in love! Their sourdough…read morebagels are absolutely delicious. They have staple flavors and rotating "guest stars". The honey rosemary guest star was a favorite. The Maine Sea Salt with their herbed cream cheese was also impeccable. I'm here for a few more days, and plan to visit as much as I can. The staff is great- spelled my name right, which is a rarity for me. Go early if you want bagels. Sometimes there is a line, but it moves quickly.

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Nibblesford

5.0

(15 reviews)

0.6 mi

Nibblesford is an amazing little cheese shop in Biddeford! They also offer fantastically wonderful…read moresandwiches. Plus a nice selection of stuff to snack on and or add to charcuterie boards. As well as neat art from local artists. Honestly, the Beefer Sutherland was in the top 5 sandwiches I have ever eaten! My partner was also taken with her Madame Nibblesford, which was so big she ate it for two lunches. The owner is super kind and helpful. I heard him helping another customer with cheese selections and it was clear that he is an accomplished cheesemonger. There is also a nice selection of wines and beers to pair with the cheeses. This place is an absolute gem!

Such an awesome cheese shop! Lots of cheese options and wine and lots of other things. The grilled…read morecheese was huge and tasty and the mac and cheese was prob one of the best ones we've had.

Beefer Sutherland. Just plain wow!

Do not miss this sign!

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Madame Nibblesford!

Swell Nitro Coffee

Popped in for a drink this morning, I got the iced blueberry latte. The blueberry flavor comes…read morethrough nicely! My friend got a dirty iced Chai, I tried it, it's good. She said "I like that place a lot, my Chai is really good." Service and atmosphere are great, there's toys to entertain the little ones. Would gladly come here again!

Such a chill little spot on Main Street. The baristas always have great suggestions and are super…read morefriendly. Their vanilla cold foam is to die for!! I also love that they have fun seasonal specials.

English Toffee Cold Brew with Toffee Cold Foam

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Boulangerie- A Proper Bakery

Enjoyed all the items. Chocolate Croissant, Frosted Cinnamon Rolls, Blueberry Muffins and…read moreespecially the Almond Croissant!

Saturday morning visit around 7 AM. Cute and cozy farmhouse chic space, with ordering out of a…read moredisplay case and eating outside on tables. Friendly staff. Many options. The croissants all looked good in the case, but didn't come close to wowing as much as all the five star reviews would suggest. Only one out of the three was warm, and none of the three had that must-have croissant crackle that leaves crumbs all over your shirt. More of a dish rag feel here. On the plus side, the everything croissant had really good flavor and the chocolate croissant was buttery. Unfortunately, same texture as what you get at Starbucks. Maybe it was an off day? Not bad, but if you've had the croissants at Belleville in Portland or a handful of shops in Boston, this doesn't compare.

Wide variety of breads and pastries

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Fresh butter croissant

Finest Kind

4.5

(44 reviews)

Had such a good breakfast at Finest Kind last weekend! This spot was so cute in a very sweet little…read moretown square. I had never heard of it before and have been visiting the Saco area for years so maybe it's new!? Either way, it was so yummy! I got a maple latte and eggs Benedict, as well as a coconut donut that was to DIE for. My partner got an iced chai with an espresso shot and some hash browns. Everything was great and despite it being busy, the flow of the space and the service worked so well! Will definitely be back when I am in the area again :)

This is honestly my favorite place to get an AMAZING all freshly/homemade breakfast…read more You can taste every ingredient in the sausage patties. The hashbrowns are nowhere near basic, they are a MUST! The cretons toast is delectable and has no place being so perfect. It's not just the food though, the atmosphere and the staff are worth the stop alone. Please do NOT pass this place up.

Say yes to the hashbrowns, you won't be disappointed

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Tandem coffee, they also do lattes and tea

Quiero Cafe - Saco

One of my go-tos in Saco since they opened back in 2017!…read more I've never had a bad meal here. Service is always friendly and the space is always clean. Highly recommended any of their empanadas and their lunch plate is a great portion size. Their limeades are my weakness!!

So good! I wish my appetite was bigger or I would've tried so many things. I'll have to come back…read more I started with a pineapple limeade and wish I had a gallon of it. I had the Cuban on the fried plantains and it was just sooo good. My boyfriend got it on the roll and tried both, he liked it on the roll better. He also got empanada with carne, pulled pork, and chicken. He added the hot sauce. It comes with a pica de gallo that I ate, very tasty and fresh. I wish I lived closer, but I'd journey here just for this!

Carne Empanada Pollo Empanada

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Barreled Souls Brewing Company

One of our favorite breweries and tasting rooms bar none! Their tap list is extensive and varied…read morewith lots of strange taste combinations that shouldn't work.. but do. Staff is knowledgeable and helpful, vibe is friendly and laid back. It's so good we took a keg home.

Barreled Souls Brewing is a craft brewery that opened in Saco, Maine in July 2014. It was founded…read moreby childhood friends Chris Schofield and Matthew Mills. The two met in elementary school and have been friends ever since. After turning 21, Schofield received a homebrewing kit from his father and started homebrewing. In 2003, he got a job working as the assistant brewer at Federal Jack's brewpub in Kennebunkport. Later, Schofield was hired as the lead brewing consultant for the design and development of the Railroad Seafood Station Restaurant and Brewpub. Meanwhile, Mills worked in the hospitality industry and managed a number of bars and restaurants. He developed a reputation for pairing food, wine, and beer selections with his customers' tastes, interests, and budgets. Mills even opened his own high-end retail wine company. Finally the two friends decided to collaborate and open their own brewery. They opened their modest brewery in the basement of a law office. Unlike other breweries, 100% of Barreled Souls' beer undergoes primary fermentation in oak barrels as opposed to stainless steel tanks. This fermentation system is based off of the Burton Union system, which was a method of fermenting beer developed in England in the 1800's. Although they have a relatively small operation, Barreled Souls has earned a reputation for producing some of the best beers in Maine. I visited Barreled Souls with my older son this summer while my I was spending the week in Maine with my family. Barreled Souls had been on my brewery bucket list for a while. I was surprised to see what a small operation they were, but that was fine with me as I usually prefer smaller breweries. I initially ordered a taster flight which featured "Purple Rain" (Fruited Sour), "No Clean Cups" (Double IPA), "The Mind Flayer" (Imperial Stout), and "Knob Creek Extended BA Nebula" (Bourbon Barrel-Aged Barleywine). Every single beer that I sampled was fantastic! The brewery also has their own food truck dubbed "Barreled Souls Burger". I enjoyed their delicious "Bold Brunch" (quarter pound patty topped w/ hash browns, bacon, cheddar cheese & a fried egg) while my son enjoyed the "Tachos" (loaded cheesy tots topped w/ taco beef, jalapeños, onions, black olives, served w/ sour cream & salsa). I was so impressed with the beer that I ordered a second flight that featured "Speakeasy Red Sangria" (Red Wine Barrel-Aged Gose), "The Pineapple Upside Down" (Triple New England IPA), "Vecna" (Imperial Fruited Sour), and "Banana Bread at Work Dude" (Bourbon Barrel-Aged Barleywine; collab w/ Abomination Brewing). I was equally impressed with these beers, and I love all of the "Stranger Things" references in the beer names. Before leaving, I purchased a bottle of "Strawberry Jam Stay Puft" (Imperial Stout) to take home. I had an excellent experience at Barreled Souls and I highly recommend them to all serious craft beer aficionados!

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Fika

Really delicious and fresh pastries, good service and a small outdoor space to eat if it's nice…read moreout. Worth the stop in if you're in the mood for a treat.

I have decided pastry from Europe is far superior to the fatty, overly sweet American pastry. Fika…read moreis a Scandinavia bakery that we stumbled upon and I am happy we did. You step up and order from the window. There are a few tables outside but you don't go inside. Friendly and fast service. The coffee is delightful. I got an iced coffee sweetened with maple syrup which went very well with our pastry. First off we got the coconut corn bread topped with cream and black berries. It was surprising. So good. The bread was moist and flavorful with lightly sweetened cream. A winner for sure. Next was the cardamom knot. This was So good. It was delicately spiced and lightly sweet. Perfect with coffee. We also tried the berry scone. It was not dense or dry. It was full of berry flavor and very nice. Hubby loves bread and for a focaccia and it was perfect. Lastly we got some kind of meat pie. It was reminiscent of meatloaf. It wasn't bad just not what I was expecting. Overall this is a hit for sure. Perfect coffee and gorgeous pastry. Close by Old Orchard. Go try it.

Exterior (no interior, 2 picnic tables outside)

Financier and babka knot

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Swell Nitro Coffee

Popped in for a drink this morning, I got the iced blueberry latte. The blueberry flavor comes…read morethrough nicely! My friend got a dirty iced Chai, I tried it, it's good. She said "I like that place a lot, my Chai is really good." Service and atmosphere are great, there's toys to entertain the little ones. Would gladly come here again!

Such a chill little spot on Main Street. The baristas always have great suggestions and are super…read morefriendly. Their vanilla cold foam is to die for!! I also love that they have fun seasonal specials.

English Toffee Cold Brew with Toffee Cold Foam

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Sweets & Co

Amazing! Incredible baked goods and really fun drinks. Love coming into the cafe right on Main St…read morein Saco. The people are so friendly and it is a lovely place to meet friends.

This spot was a must after seeing it's 100% gluten free…read more Came around 1230/1 on a Saturday and the whole time I was there, the line was at least 4 people deep; sometimes down to the front door. There are not many tables inside and it fills up fast, so I recommend getting food to go. The interior is super cute! I loved all the decor!! The avocado sandwich had a lot of flavor and was worth the 15 minute wait. They have SO many delicious looking sweets, it's hard to decide what to get. I will be back when I'm in the area again!