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    Elements

    4.7 (158 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Carmel latte
    Anastacia M.

    My daughter and I love the atmosphere here. Very welcoming and kind service. Only wishes for this place is more comfortable seating and a more diverse pastry/snack menu.

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    Arielle S.

    This is my favorite place in Biddeford. I have been going to elements for a few years now and I have never had a negative experience. My favorites for drinks are the london fog, iced butterfly pea tea latte, hot mocha, and Iced hot chocolate. For food I love the bagel with cream cheese and the homemade granola bars. I love going there and studying for a little while or enjoying a good book. I also enjoy the local musicians that come in and preform. Bathrooms are available with the code on your receipt. Free water is also available to customers.

    Paulie G.

    Stumbled upon this place while visiting Biddeford. Luckily the original place we chose to grab a bite was not open yet. This place is truly a unique spot, offering a variety of delicious items and surrounded by a vast selection of books. There were also playing cards available at the counter. My friends ordered the berry oatmeal, cheese platter and matcha coffee. I had a croissant with avocado. I wish I lived in Maine just so I could frequent this lovely place regularly. I hope to go back again.

    Mocha Latte
    Anna S.

    Elements has always been my favorite spot to grab a coffee or study. I've been coming here for years now and haven't had a bad experience. The staff are friendly and kind. There's plenty of seating for everyone. I recommend this place to anyone that needs a spot to study

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    Amaury J.

    If you're into coffee, books, and brews or wine, Elements might be your type of place. This is hands down my favorite coffee shop in all of Southern Maine. I don't even reside in Biddeford and will go out of my way to spend some time at Elements -- that's how special it is. I remember the first time I visited Elements last summer. As soon as I walked in, I was taken aback by the incredible atmosphere, extensive coffee menu, and wine + beer options. Seriously, we need more coffee shops offering adult beverages, too. The coffee selection is impressive and -- the best part -- with some of the best prices in Southern Maine. For instance, you can get a pour-over for $3, and you get to pick your preferred coffee beans. I haven't seen many other places doing that. The coffee is served in beautiful mugs (if you're drinking in) that make you feel like you're at a posh coffee shop. Outside of coffee, you can also choose local beer or a glass of wine, both at excellent prices, too. And that's exactly what I love about Elements -- with what they offer, they could've quickly decided to be an overpriced and pretentious coffee shop. We've all seen those. But instead, they're a down-to-earth and welcoming space for everyone. Lastly, the books! They have punch cards where you get one free book after a few purchases, and most of the books are all under the cover price, even though they are brand new. You can get books here at half the price (or more) than traditional bookstores. Elements... please don't ever change!

    Mark S.

    Books, coffee, beer and incredibly friendly staff. Picked up a few books as well. Dropped in for lunch & a beer in the very walkable neighborhood.

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    Lisa W.

    A bookstore style coffee shop with HUGE windows letting in lots of lighting. Order your tasty snacks at the counter to stay or takeout. The staff is super friendly. Peruse and or purchase something to read while enjoying your order. If you gotta use the potty a key hangs on a hook (attached to a big cooking spoon) near the register. The is in the main hall of building.

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    Anne S.

    This is clearly *the* place to be in downtown Biddeford! It was pretty much completely packed when I dropped in on a Friday afternoon. (It does seem like people camp out here, as another reviewer mentioned; I was mostly wandering around, but I did snag a spot at the coffee bar for a few minutes.) Love the space, with big open windows, high ceilings, and two rooms with bookshelves tucked in along the walls (but not crammed in, which is nice as it feels spacious and there's plenty of room to browse among all the tables). I grabbed a tea--they have gunpowder green, one of my faves--and when I started checking out the books I realized that most of them are overstocks and remainders being sold at an amazing discount. I managed to make it out buying only two: the Ruth Reichl classic I've been meaning to read forever, and the big hardback Milk Street cookbook for only $20! Oh, and some schmancy chocolate from a maker in Bath, because, well, do I need a reason? There are other Maine maker products (e.g. coffee, candles) and even a special shelf just for Maine authors. Super nice staff too who made me feel immediately welcome and also set me up with frequent flyer punch cards for both coffee and books--woo hoo! A good reason to return, and I'm looking forward to it.

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    Ben S.

    Elements has been a mainstay in our lives the past 5 years and for good reason! The coffee, friendly staff, and refreshing vibes have made it a central part of the Biddeford community. I'm a big fan of their maple latte, but you can't go wrong with anything there!

    Rose cardamom oat milk latte, matcha latte
    Ryan J.

    Very friendly staff, great drinks, relaxed atmosphere, excellent place to read/study/work. We went three times in 3 days.

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    Elements is my favorite coffee shop in Biddeford. Love their Maple Lattes, ambience and staff.

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    Nice and a quiet place to do your work or read, good place to have a coffee, or a drink and a meal. Love this place.

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    Great place to enjoy studying with a nice view on main st. Worth visiting while you are in Biddeford

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    They got drinks are good and there staff are very friendly and nice and great drinks and effort Pirce

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    Wonderful staff and delicious coffee with a great book lover atmosphere. Great selection of books too!

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    Always amazing coffee with super fast service and they also have the best bagels! Chai latte is soooo good!

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