Charming little coffee shop in downtown Bangor! We've been meaning to check it out during our…read moresummer visits and finally got a chance. The food, coffee and service was great! Definitely recommend and we'll be back again next summer!

Title: Great vibes, fantastic drinks, but skip the unsolicited lecture…read more We're visiting Bangor for the first time and were absolutely thrilled to stumble upon this spot while walking downtown. The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for in a local coffee shop--loved the aesthetic, the crowd was friendly, and having the lounge area next door is a fantastic touch. The drinks themselves? Delicious. The person at the register clearly knows how to pull a great shot and make a beautiful beverage. However, we had a really odd interaction while ordering. Without any prompting from us, the barista launched into a strange, unsolicited lecture about whether a Café Mocha is Italian or American, speaking to us as if we had never had coffee outside of the U.S. It was especially baffling given that we've visited Italy numerous times. We didn't ask for the history lesson, and being talked down to for no reason definitely left a sour note on an otherwise lovely visit. The bottom line: Absolutely come here for the cozy space and the high-quality drinks. Just hope the person at the register decides to skip the coffee trivia and just make the amazing drinks they clearly know how to make.

Nest is awesome! It replaced the vape shop that used to be here and is now a cozy cafe with…read morebreakfast sandwiches, baked goods, and delicious drinks. There are pillows on the seats that tie the whole experience together. The only other coffee shop in Orono is Aroma Joe's and Nest beats it by quite a bit. I recommend a ginger snap cappuccino or a chai/Thai tea! You have to try Nest. This place deserves all the business and it's a great place to study and chat.

No seating ever available but drinks are delicious and the acai bowls are as well. They have…read moreseasonal offerings for drinks and for food and their staff is friendly and patient.

Stopped by The Grind House on my way through from Bar Harbor to Boston Logan International…read more I was excited to see an impossible breakfast sandwich on the menu as well as a peanut butter mocha. Seriously, two of my favorite things to see on a coffee house menu. That said the execution was a bit off for me. The Impossible breakfast sandwich was served on an insubstantial bun (the type that is more air than anything) and was overall pretty basic. Their signature sauce mentioned in several dishes, seems to be thousand island or maybe tartar sauce? Either way, it wasn't my favorite. The peanut butter mocha was also a bit of a miss for me. I wasn't a fan of either their chocolate or their espresso (or the peanut butter flavor they used, for that matter). The shop itself is quirky and comfortable. We were able to get a spot by the windows, which was nice and the service was lovely. It would definitely be a good and comfortable spot for working and it could be that had I ordered differently, it may have been more my cup of tea (or coffee, as they case may be). But for what I ordered, it was a bit of a swing and a miss.

Walked in and wow, lots to read on the menu! Which can be good and bad depending on how much time…read moreyou want to spend reading menus. I chose a egg and cheese on a croissant bun and a caramel turtle latte. I came here because it had been highly recommended, but I have to say, I expected more, but depends on what you like, right?? Plenty of seating, centrally located in the city, easy parking, and plenty of coffee concoctions to try out. My coffee was missing the whipped cream, but oh well. The froth for the latte was odd, it deflated super quickly, not sure what happened there. And the sweetness was sweet, but it was missing that caramel turtle flavor I thought I was going to get. For me, this was meh. I expected something more decadent. My egg sandwich was good. Basic. Not a real croissant either. It was a croissant bun of some sort. It seemed, well, basic, or economical. But it was filling and the egg was good. I also have to say that when I departed, I smelled like a convenience store that sells those hotdogs on rollers... I smelled all day, I had to wash my hair to get the smell out. I also have to mention the heavy music that was playing. It was obscene and it was loud. So loud it made it challenging to order and I did eat my meal quickly and leave. It was a Tuesday morning around 9 am. But hey I am getting older so this may not have been a good choice for me.

I came here with a need for some caffeine. The young lady was super nice at the cashier. I ordered…read morea large iced Americano with ice and sugar free coconut. It was okay. Great location. Good amount of space inside and parking spots available.

SOOOO slow. expect to wait a minimum of 30-35 minutes at the drive thru unless it's past 8PMread more

Coming from Washington State where they have drive thru coffee stands around and wanted an energy…read moredrink. Got a Buzzer with Monster Energy. 10/10. Also got a bagel for the road. Everything came out fast and with a smile!

This tiny place is so cute and has a HUGE menu! I ordered a cold brew blueberry on tap. It came…read moreout instantly, was HUGE, and only $5. I can't wait to go back!

This is a wonderful option for breakfast - we loved that they opened early enough for us to stop in…read moreon the way to Acadia in the morning, they have a delicious veggie sunrise breakfast sandwich, and they make basic coffee offerings well (especially macchiatos and flat whites). The staff is laid back and it's a no frills spot, but lots of seating and they also have some local art for sale!

I went to Flexit Cafe about three years ago and was pretty weirded out at how unfriendly the staff…read morewas. So much so that I didn't go back in until today. They're in a new location. It's been a while. I figured there would be new, and hopefully friendlier, staff. I was half right. There was new staff, but unfortunately, they were as unwelcoming as the last batch. This place has no prices on any of the premade sandwiches or pastries in their cases (why??), so we asked "Hey there, how much are your pies and cookies?". The employee was in the lobby sweeping and said "I'm not sure. Somewhere between $3- $5. Maybe more". She doesn't look up. Doesn't offer more clarity. She just shrugged this non-answer to us and carried on. It was awkward. So my husband, trying to make light of it, says "Sounds like it's up for debate so how about I give you $2.50" and this girl gives us a dour look and snaps "Well, I'm not behind the cash register so I can't look at the prices, can I?". So, we have now learned our lesson with this place twice. Not sure what it is about the culture there that results in such bad service years apart and by different people. We won't be returning.

Wow, Custom-made donuts!! These are well worth going out of…read moreyour way for, no matter how far away you live. Each donut is custom-garnished to order (nothing sits around going stale in a case), and the donuts are made fresh early each morning. I'll post pictures - but they're *big*! Even the donut balls are big! Check out Chloe's Creation and order that one to make the owner's daughter(Chloe, naturally!) really smile. There's even a wall rack with different toppings if you want to create your own. I've never seen anything to match this. You should really stop in!

Certainly the biggest donut I've ever had. Nice, family owned spot. There were a lot of great…read moreselections but, of course, I had to create my own. With donuts this big, you'd think they'd be a bit dry but this wasn't the case. They were soft and dense. If I'm all the way up there again, I'm def going back. Worth 5$ for sure.

i really like this place. When it's sunny outside, the light comes into the glass atrium and it's…read morevery bright and cheery. The food is great here; I had a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich on an English muffin last week and it was so delicious! They have lots of different items, like sandwiches, wraps, and different flavors of Bubble Tea. The staff is friendly, and it's just a nice place to have coffee or a meal.

This place is awesome. Every time I come the food is wonderful and fresh! Today I got a simple…read morechicken salad sandwich and I was not disappointed! Fast and fresh with friendly service to boot! My son loves the boba options here as well.

Great food and service. So many amazing tasty choices. The staff are playful and helpful.read more

Came for lunch and had all my questions answered with a smile. I would recommend this place to…read moreeveryone and I can't wait to return for another slice of pizza!!

What's not to like? You like coffee? They've got it, best…read morearound. You like beer? They've got it, best around. You like wine? They've got it, best around. You like baked goods? Gotcha covered, best around. You like hippie nonsense? Way ahead of you, best around. You like snack foods, clothing or bumper stickers? Buckle up, Buttercup, then drive over to Ampersand because they've got it all, best around. 100/10 Absolutely recommend.

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