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Cole Road Cafe

3.7 (53 reviews)
Closed • 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

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Eggs Benedict with Hash
Jack R.

Service was as great as the food! Staff was very friendly and recommended the grilled blueberry muffin. They have my favorite home fries in the area and all the prices were very reasonable. I wish I knew about this place sooner it is definitely my new go to breakfast spot.

eggs benedict and potatoes on a plate
Taals B.

No matter what people say, this is a down to earth diner hidden behind route 1. Kids working there were very nice and friendly. I got the eggs Benedict and like someone else said here, they do ask you how firm or soft you would like your eggs for the Benedict. I don't mind. Like the old school diner vibe with lots of nice and colorful pictures, decor.

Spinach Tomato Benedict
Karissa C.

Excellent little breakfast spot- feels like home right when you walk in! Service was so friendly and food was fresh and delicious! Nice prices, too!!

Hash Benedict
Michelle O.

Cute little off the road spot on Biddeford. Small parking lot and off street parking. It was busy and we were sat fairly quickly. They have a specials board which I chose to order off of. Wait staff was very friendly and they seem to have a lot of "regulars" who dine there. Food was good for what I ordered. I ordered off the specials board. Hash Benedict. Comes with home fries. Their menu stated homemade hash, I was disappointed with it because it reminded me of the hash that came out of the can, I am not by any means saying it was not good, it was just a bit salty and had that look of the can stuff. My poached eggs were over done, the yolk was not runny at all which was disappointing. Home fries were delicious! I will return and give them another shot!

a waffle topped with whipped cream and raspberries
Jessica L.

Food was yum. Weird question asked when ordering my eggs bene. Never had anyone ask if I wanted soft, medium, or hard eggs. What's that about, Maine? The room we ate in was loud. As in no amount of library voice would make it quieter. The food was good though. I'd totally eat there again.

French toast
Adam K.

A cute little breakfast joint! I like that a number of the tables are painted in a fun artsy vibe. Went with the family and we all split the Greek omelette, french toast, and a simple scrambled egg. I really hoped that the cheese would melt a little better, but it was otherwise okay. The french toast was pretty solid, served with warm maple syrup and for a buck more, fruit and whipped cream. The service was friendly, fast, and welcoming. The prices are very fair. Overall, a solid place for a bite to eat.

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2 months ago

Have always only gone for breakfast. Food is always good. It's now our go to place for breakfast.

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Excellent food, excellent service great vibe, great coffee and the specials are creative.

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Hadn't been in awhile. Service was good. Food was okay but thought it was pricey.Not sure if I would return

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Service was good. Thought food was ok.Thought it was pricey for just 2 eggs,bacon,home fries and toast.

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Palace Diner - Lumberjack Breakfast (with sausage)

Palace Diner

4.5(480 reviews)
1.4 mi
•$$

This is one of those reviews where it's an easy 5 star and you know you won't be able to use enough…read morewords to describe the food. French Toast - 10/10 Best french toast we ever had. The bread is out of this world and is perfect for making french toast. The bread is challah bread from a local bakery. Every component of this french toast is perfect. The outside of the bread has a nice crust while the inside is warm and custardy but not too soggy. The butter and syrup are really good as well and they do not skimp. Bacon - 10/10 It is possibly the best bacon I have ever had. It might have been it was cooked to perfection that day or we were just at the right place at the right time. To me this is saying a lot because we all eat and have had a ton of bacon in our lives. I mean of course the bacon was good but it's not that simple. It was crispy while parts of it were still tender with a great chew. It also had a great smoke flavor. Most bacons say, "smoked." This bacon actually had a smokey flavor with wasn't artificial and paired so well with the coffee and sweet breakfast items. Pancakes - 9.4 The cook and tenderness of the pancake was fantastic. Again, the butter they serve is great and pairs well with the pancakes. The only hang up we had is the pancakes have a lemon flavor we weren't expecting. It didn't ruin the pancake however, we wished the lemon flavor wasn't there. Coffee - 10/10 The coffee is ground second prior to being brewed. It's not just your typical diner or breakfast spot coffee. Outside of a drink containing espresso, this was maybe the best cup of coffee we had at a restaurant. There was something different about this coffee as well. Maybe the atmosphere, the service, the weather and the food actually being amazing contributed to how great everything was. This place will definitely be added to the top 15-20 places I have visited so far.

We finally took the trip down to Biddeford to give Palace Diner a try. We had specifics in mind -…read moremy wife wanted the carmalized grapefruit and a pancake and I wanted to try the chicken sandwich. Everything we had was delicious and the service was a good balance of a hustling diner staff that takes time when needed to remain friendly and personable. I still don't know how they kept the large piece of fried chicken as juicy as they did... I'll be baffled by that for a long time.

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Palace Diner - The middle of the diner.

The middle of the diner.

Palace Diner - Chicken Sandwich

Chicken Sandwich

Palace Diner - The Palace Diner exterior.

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The Palace Diner exterior.

Finest Kind - Outstanding hash browns don't skip this one!!

Finest Kind

4.6(54 reviews)
1.9 mi

Been meaning to check out Finest Kind for quite some time and today was finally that day! They have…read morea good amount of street parking nearby. It's a spot that you order at the counter and you get a number and everything is delivered to your table. Menu wise they have a good variety that I think everyone will find something to their liking. Even showing up a little after opening we ordered right away and grabbed the perfect corner table. The vibes inside were perfect for a relaxing cozy breakfast. You could have a wait but I suspect it would be minimal. Both my wife and I got the Pumpkin Cold Foam Cold Brew and it tasted phenomenal. Just the right amount of sweetness and the cold brew was smooth with a hint of citrus. They had some other great sounding speciality coffee drinks too. Food wise I got their breakfast burrito called Dorado Supreme that had pork belly carnitas with eggs, cheese, avacado, hash brown and some more. Was such a tasty breakfast burrito and I look forward to coming back for it. My wife got their single slice of French toast that used challah bread and it was the perfect French toast she was craving. She got a side of maple bacon too and it was just sweet enough with just the right crisp. Food and drinks were delivered so quickly and we had zero complaints! One of our favorite spots we have had breakfast at recently. Check this spot out if you are local or visiting! Worth taking a trip to come here.

Finest Kind is a true hidden gem and one of our favorite discoveries during our Maine getaway…read more Every bite was memorable, from the indulgent treats and beautifully crafted coffee to the standout Dorado Supreme and avocado toast--both absolutely worth ordering. The space strikes the perfect balance of cozy and inviting, while the warm, genuinely friendly staff made us feel right at home. The kind of place you stumble upon by chance and immediately start planning your next visit to. A must-stop when in Maine!

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Finest Kind - Lobster

Lobster

Finest Kind - Chicken and waffles outstanding!!

Chicken and waffles outstanding!!

Finest Kind - Brioche à tête with citrus butter!! Crack on a plate!!!

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Brioche à tête with citrus butter!! Crack on a plate!!!

Ore Nells North - Fantastic Frito pie, try adding the house made hot sauce!

Ore Nells North

4.2(65 reviews)
1.4 mi

Twice a year, we visit Maine, and dinner at Ore Nell BBQ in Biddeford is always a must. We're never…read moredisappointed--and tonight was no exception! They have an excellent selection of local craft beers. I enjoyed an Austin Street Pale Ale from Portland, and we shared three dinner specials: brisket teriyaki tacos, goat cheese and beet salad, and 10 incredible chicken wings. We finished with their delicious chocolate cake. The vibe is fun, the service is friendly (thank you, Paris!), and the prices are right on point. We're already looking forward to our next visit!

Visited for my husband's birthday and we had a great experience. It was low key on a Saturday…read moresometime between 12-1, with mostly quiet older couples. Tennis and ships in Boston Harbor were on the 2 screens and music like My Girls by Animal Collective playing. As a millennial, I appreciated the ambiance. I was pumped to realize they share a parking lot with Palace Diner and Sacred Profane, so I knew where to go and didn't have to pay for parking! We had the Frito pie appetizer which was very good. I love all my food extremely hot, because I take a while to eat, so I do think the Frito pie could have been bubbling, especially since it was served in a baby cast iron skillet. To drink I had what was essentially a margarita, which was solid. My husband had a maple bourbon cocktail and enjoyed it. For our main, we shared the tray for 2, which was more than we could eat, at least after the Frito pie. I liked the brisket, ribs, and Mac and cheese the most. The cole slaw needs more flavor/sauce but feels like a healthy slaw as is. The service was OK. There was 1 waiter for the whole place and he had 6 tables at one point. He was very friendly and offered suggestions. We will return because my husband wants to try a sandwich. I'm not sure what I will get, but the menu has a lot of really good options, including vegetarian barbecue options like tofu and seitan, so there's something for everyone.

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Ore Nells North - Brutal steps up into the bathroom, be careful. This is standing on the top step inside the bathroom.

Brutal steps up into the bathroom, be careful. This is standing on the top step inside the bathroom.

Ore Nells North - Frito pie

Frito pie

Ore Nells North - House sweet tea.

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House sweet tea.

Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery - Fishwhich with garlic smashed potatoes and French onion soup (half eaten!) ;)

Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery

3.8(652 reviews)
1.7 mi
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Run of the Mill is just that - a local beer-slinging, gastro-pub that can serve both as a hangout…read moreat the bar & a easy sit-down meal mid-day. My favorite part is that it still feels part of the mill system while having an updated aesthetic. It doesn't feel out of place - it feels right IN place. I normally come here to have a beer or two with a friend & catch up when I'm in the area, I enjoy their beers & they usually have one or two new drinkable things kicking around on their menu - I have yet to try a beer I haven't enjoyed. They have a fairly decent menu but I typically stick to pretty common mainstays - I've never had a bad experience. Service is always friendly & attentive.

We were swinging through and saw the sign for this and decided to stop in and grab a bite to eat in…read morethe outdoor seating area. First issue, parking. We had to park at the lot near the mill buildings and water and walk a pretty good distance to get to the restaurant but I guess I could use a few steps. Walked in it was very loud where they wanted to seat us under the canopy where there were some unruly bar patrons so they brought us to a quieter area. We sat for a long while before being greeted by our server. But we still wanted to give it a shot. We ordered poutine with portobello mushrooms and the three tables around us got their full meals before we got our appetizer. Then, she took our main course order and like the app, the food took forever and we are usually very patient. The server was super nice but just was very slow and the fries in the poutine were cold. The main course was a root salad that my wife thought was pretty good with turnips and vinaigrette. I had clam chowder and calamari/shrimp dish ... I paid almost 20 bucks for the calamari and got about 5 pieces and 4 small shrimp and the chowder had no flavor. We then asked for a box to put her salad in and the waitress forgot. Until she realized as she was dropping off the check. I don't think we will be back .. maybe just for the outdoor patio ambiance but, not the food.

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Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery
Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery
Run of the Mill Public House & Brewery - Outside

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Edelweiss Pastry Shop

Edelweiss Pastry Shop

4.8(25 reviews)
1.5 mi

I stumbled into Edelweiss Pastry Shop this weekend and WOW...I need to get my eyes checked because…read moreI have been MISSING OUT BIGTIME! I am sad that it took me this long to find a quality, delicious croissant in Southern Maine. This is not your average bakery. This is the kind of spot where you take one bite and immediately go quiet because your brain is trying to process how something can taste that good. Each piece is a little work of art! They had these tiny chocolate creme tarts/pie with mango coulis and wow. An absolute dream. Everything we tried was next-level--light, flavorful, not overly sweet, and clearly made with serious skill. The pastries have that authentic European feel where quality and technique come first, not just sugar overload. I am proud to say that I indulged in their croissants and chocolate creme TWICE this weekend. Totally worth it. Biddeford is lucky to have this place. Go visit, your mouth will thank me. Pro tip: go early... because once people figure this out, good luck getting your hands on anything by noon.

Finally stopped into Edelweiss after coming to this area many times. Came on Sunday morning a few…read morehours after opening so some of the popular options were gone already. With an impending storm coming I think some people stocked up to enjoy some delicious pastries while being snowed in. You step foot into the small yet well set up shop and are instantly looking at the pastries for offer. After the breakfast pastries you will find cases of other pastries and cakes and lastly bon bons and truffles. They do have a small amount of seating/tables if you must eat your goodies right away. My wife and I each grabbed something to bring home and enjoy a little later since we had breakfast nearby. My wife got their Tres Leche cake and absolutely loved it. While I got the Black Forest Petit Gâteau, that was perfectly rich yet balanced out and was good til the last bite. These two treats impressed us and now we know the quality this shop makes and look forward to coming back and trying more.

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Edelweiss Pastry Shop - Storefront

Storefront

Edelweiss Pastry Shop - Order Counter

Order Counter

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Seating Inside

Cole Road Cafe - breakfast_brunch - Updated November 2026

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