Traverse Coffee has some inherent advantages. A beautiful section of the Kennebec River runs through its backyard. Also, it's near Granite City Park, with its long row of colorful Adirondack chairs. That makes it a great place to drink Traverse Coffee with friends, or to drink coffee by yourself while you read or just gaze at the river flow. In addition, they seem to have a uniquely friendly and knowledgeable group of workers. I ordered a black cold brew. It was made with a Cat & Cloud roasted blend called The Answer. Cat & Cloud is off my radar, but some quick internet research suggests that they are based in Santa Cruz, CA. They have a 4.5 Yelp Star rating. The Answer blends Ethiopian, Colombian and Brazilian. It was balanced and pretty good. I didn't pick up any flavor notes in particular, which may have to with the fact that it was cold brewed rather than hot brewed and then chilled. I prefer more acidity and fruit notes. Four Stars. read more

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Such a cozy ambiance and plenty of seating! There is a back porch area for a beautiful view of the water! I can only imagine what that's like in the summer. read more

Traverse Coffee - Eggnog latte (seasonal) and the breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

Came in after losing my wallet and the barista was so kind and helpful and made me feel so much better (and gave me a free latte- a literal angel). I would have still written a 5 star review if the coffee was trash, but it was literally delicious. This place is the best. If I lived here I would be here everyday read more

Great place! Cold Brew was delicious and breakfast sandwich was awesome!!! Service was both friendly and efficient. Ambiance is perfect. Prices are reasonable. Would not find it difficult to come back here... read more

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Great coffee place. The barista was beyond great to deal with. Very accommodating . My wife had an americano and I had a cappuccino. Best cappuccino ever. The reason I gave it four stars and not five was that it would have been perfect with some pastry items like almond croissants or muffins. They had Saran wrapped banana bread but that did not rise to a 5 level. read more

Fantastic coffee shop in a cute spot! So glad we stopped by while driving through town. The place is small and was very busy but the line moved fast. The baristas were nice and knowledgeable. My husband got an iced maple latte half sweet and I got an iced s'mores latte. Both were smooth and tasty! read more

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Cute riverfront businesses, apparently not the main riverfront, but really cool. This coffee shop doesn't stand out from the street, but that's ok. Makes it more of a gem. Walking in, the vibe is good, great ambiance, friendly staff. The coffee menu is perfect and varied. Everyone liking coffee will find something they'll like. Online I didn't see they had matcha, but they do. They also have POUR OVER. My pour over was an Ethiopian single origin. They also had a Colombian. I was looking for a pour over somewhere in town but didn't find mentions on Yelp! Hopefully now it'll show up in the search. While it wasn't as good as a pour over I had in Portland, it was very good this one was done with a Chemex method. I prefer Hario. But this is not a negative for this place. This was tasty coffee. My wife enjoyed her half caf latte. She said it had a stronger coffee flavor than other places, which can be tempered with a little more milk that I'm sure they would add without problem. Sitting out on the deck... overlooking the River... drinking a coffee... I could easily forget I don't live here. read more

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Delicious latte this morning, great staff, efficient, delicious. The new ownership is apparently continuing the same great vibe as before.

I've always wanted to drink a pumpkin pie in my coffee and they've managed to conjure up that exact flavor with their house made pumpkin spice syrup. Not too sweet and a mouthful of autumn-y flavor. Plus, the place is cozy and welcoming and the owner is warm and friendly. read more

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Great coffee, friendly atmosphere but a bit pricey. I went there on a date awhile back and they were great but I don't wanna spend $22 for two coffees. read more

After an early morning training I decided I needed caffeine, I picked the #1 on Yelp in the Augusta/Hallowell area and drove. I was greeted by a lovely barista who made me an absolutely incredible latte! The interior was clean and calm with socially-distanced tables for a limited amount of people to sit at. Overall a pleasant, and quick, experience! read more

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Got a good latte and picked up some whole bean coffee. Didn't love the beans we left with, but enjoyed our drinks.

Love this place! I came with a friend and was not planning on getting anything but Kyle's service (and drink options) convinced me to support their business. Kyle was very friendly, informative, and obviously loves what he does. He wanted to know my name so next time I come he could greet me by name. The coffee shop has indoor seating with multiple tables. Several people were in there working. They have a deck overlooking the river. We took our drinks down to the public park and enjoyed them along the river. I had the seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte which was absolutely delicious. Traverse makes their own pumpkin spice mix for the drink. I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin spice drinks but this was fantastic and I will definitely come back for another. My friend had the Apple Chaider which she also enjoyed. Traverse's other seasonal option is a Maple Cinnamon Latte. Considering how much we enjoyed the first two I would expect the maple cinnamon to be just as good. read more

Traverse Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

This is a great spot for coffee, and when they have them, the breakfast sandwiches. The coffee is great and I have to say it is one of the best breakfast sandwiches I have ever had. This is a cute little shop with friendly staff. If you have a chance to check out the back porch with a great view of the water, I suggest you do it. This place is worth going out of your way to patron. read more

Great coffee. Very friendly. Good luck in LA. Will go again next time in town. !!!!! read more

This was my first visit to Traverse. I met Kyle who's one of the co-owners. He is very sweet and he's doing absolutely everything right to make Traverse my new favorite spot. My iced mocha was perfect. It took a lot of self control not to chug it all down without pausing to breathe. My wife got the "Flying Dutchman" which is chocolate and chili pepper, and the next beverage I will order when I go back as soon as I can. I love my quirky little town, and Traverse is a fantastic addition. I hope it thrives and sticks around for a long long time. read more

Traverse makes delicious coffees and teas and is a great addition to downtown Hallowell. A cozy spot to chillax with a tasty beverage, this place is sure to be a hit with locals and summer tourists as well. Lots to choose from on the menu (separated into 'coffee' and 'not coffee') and the owners are really nice people, too. I enjoyed the music and the atmosphere in general. I'll definitely be back to try another specialty coffee soon! read more

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Great spot to stop in and have a coffee! Exceptional service and super friendly owners give you that small town feel. Make sure to check out their deck overlooking the Kennebec River when your in! read more

Traverse Coffee - Their Flat white is pictured here. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

Coffee, java, joe, life blood. This place gets it and does it right. I can't wait for the next time i can go and hang out there longer. The flat white was a work of art. read more

The cappuccino was delicious and beautiful. The service was fast and friendly. The decor and atmosphere is very homey and not corporate. My second visit I had to try the Mexican Cocoa which is DELICIOUS! Love this place! read more

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Great place for coffee! My family and I really love going! I love the designs on the coffee, size of the cups, and environment inside. During the holidays, the flavors are amazing! read more

A new little gem that helps fill a void. Great service, good coffee and excellent atmosphere! read more

Traverse Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

Stopped through on a road trip through the NE and had the best latte I've ever had! Got the seasonal butterscotch latte and a hot chocolate. The butterscotch latte was perfectly lightly sweet which is what I prefer and perfect foam, same with the hot chocolate. The next time we blow through here we will stop again! P.S. Really cute street next to the river, the shop itself it adorable as well. read more

Traverse Coffee is just what downtown Hallowell needs! A place to grab a quality cup of coffee or tea, as well as, a cool place to hang out! The owners are ultra friendly, and the interior is cute as a button. Don't get me started on the deck overlooking the Kennebec River. What an excellent spot to hang out with friends or to get some much needed work accomplished. Wishing the owners continued success as the word spreads throughout the central Maine area. Check them out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Traverse Coffee - Historic Tidbit Tasting Tour Stop. Guests are enjoying Thai butterfly tea and views of the river. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

They have the BEST lattes and coffee, amazing lemonades and tons of options for kids, as well as the yummiest pastries!!

Im a coffee connoisseur, and I kid you not, this is the best coffee I have ever had anywhere in the world. I don't know what it is, but it is consistently incredible. The iced lattes and cold brew literally slap. read more

This was probably one of the best coffees I've ever had! I got the Pink Pearl, raspberry & vanilla, and the flavoring was amazing! My friends also got the Nutty Tortie and East Indies, which we're equally delicious! The shop has an adorable deck you can sit on that overlooks the river. The barista was so friendly and when he found out we were visiting from Ohio he had us scratch off the "visitors map," first ones from Ohio! Hallowell must!! read more

Traverse Coffee - Visitors Map - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

From the moment I walked in to Traverse Coffee I could tell this was a true specialty coffee shop experience. The interior is attractive and aesthetically pleasing, with lots of seating room, and a nice huge bar with great counter space for computer work. But the best part is the lattes. The place is run by the owner and his wife and he is passionate about coffee. You can tell by the moment you talk to him. And he makes beautiful latte art on every hot latte that looks amazing and tastes great. This is hands down the best coffee shop in the area. Highly recommend if you are passionate about coffee - or just looking for a pleasant environment to study or work! read more

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Wow! This place is amazing! They have options to meet my dietary restrictions and still make lattes and coffee enjoyable. Their service is customer first, quick, and best of all their cafe is such an inviting atmosphere. Their station is clean and they even have a deck with seating outside! Shop local, this is a Hallowell must try spot if your visiting or a native! Great new business in town. read more

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Wow!! Hospitality, cute, quaint, friendly. I could go on but this little gem deserves all the kudos. The coffee flavors, lattes just add to the amazing part of this perfect coffee shop. Awesome job. read more

Great coffee, great service, and a view of the river - what more could you ask for?! Traverse fits right in to the downtown landscape and beautifully fills the coffee shop void that Hallowell had. Looking forward to seeing this shop flourish and become a Hallowell staple. read more

Traverse Coffee - Flat white - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hallowell, Maine

Great lattes and pastries, friendly service, great ambiance, very clean. Definitely a winner!

Omg. I went here for the first time ever last week. I love it. Super clean. Plenty of space to sit. Delicious food and coffee. A back deck. Super friendly staff. They sparked up a whole conversation with me after I paid for my coffee and while waiting for a friend to show up. I am definitely going to swing by again and work from their deck next week. read more

Absolutely a gem in Hallowell. The owners are super friendly and the coffee is great. Spotlessly clean and welcoming. The gingerbread latte beats any of Starbucks Xmas offerings. A river view back balcony for outdoor sitting. Good WiFi for working. And the little shop next door carries a selection of all Maine made items. All in all a fun stop. read more

Friendly, warm, and welcoming...and a scrumptious PSL with delicious store-made syrup. So glad we took the scenic route through Hallowell!

Super friendly, excellent coffee, quick service. Stop here for coffee when you're driving through! I can see why locals make this their daily spot. read more

What a wonderful coffee shop. The barista was amazing, and full of enthusiasm. The environment was quiet and relaxing. Only downfall is the limited hours. A great addition to Hallowell! read more

Really great vibe here. Grateful for this shop and their work to bring great coffee to Augusta. Thanks for everything

Favorite coffee cafe! So cute inside and he is always super friendly and makes amazing coffee! Even has gluten free muffins!

But who's mostly always there, super sweet, super friendly! Love the best claw and butterfly tea not or food awesome. I add a lil agave syrup to mine. Amazing! I'm excited to try more teas! read more