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Maria's

3.5 (134 reviews)

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Quiet
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Chris M.

The food and coffee were very good. The place is small and the line goes out the door. There's not enough people behind the counter to help. You could wait 20 min to get served. There is outside tables and music on the weekends. I do recommend and I will be back.

Jillian S.

Really enjoyed the coffee and the small little "garden" outside. We all ordered the pistachio lattes, and they were very good! Had a strong pistachio flavor and even pieces of pistachio in it. Outside they have a few tables surrounded by plants/flowers - very nice place to sit! We will definetley be back

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Dominique H.

Visitor in town. Pulled over just because the outside was so beautiful and inviting - 5 stars! At first glance, you think: mom n' pop coffee shop, yummy treats, sweet customer service, delish coffee. Little, quaint coffee shop, indeed. Some tea crackers, some baked goods, and then, some confusing items such as: pasta, olives, stuffed chili peppers, olive oil, etc. Is it a coffee shop or a convenience store? I think Maria was undecided. Service was fine. ***Any order under $15 they prefer in cash, or they will charge extra. Ordered a double espresso and an almond milk latte. Husband said espresso was good. My latte was so extremely hot I burnt my tongue taking a tiny first sip. I had to ask for another cup holder (still hot). I couldn't touch the latte for 1/2 hr walking up and down Main St and in and out of stores. Then had a few sips, and in the trash it went. The almond milk must have been boiled to a crisp and so, the coffee was a dud. Walking out of the store I noticed a bizarro-world sign on the door: No strollers in the shop. Hear ye hear ye - People with babies! You're not welcome here. Maria hates your bébés. Go find another coffee convenience 7/11. Ciao.

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Leena S.

Cute coffee shop with friendly service. We ordered an Americano and a Latte. They offer fresh pasties ground coffee for sale. The outside has a seating area with tables, chairs and benches. Nice local coffee shop to support!

Outdoor seating with live music. They serve panini and more here.
Brenda C.

Ordered their Americano. Saw some delicious cakes and other baked goodies but was too full. Oh that whisky biscotti looked perfect for dunking into my coffee. Service was very pleasant and the atmosphere was very warm and cozy. While they only had two tables for two, one table for four, there was a big looking high table with tall stools that comfortable fits 8. We can share or perfect fit a larger group. No, I'm not a cop. Lol. Just observed. They grind their beans fresh and the coffee reflects it. For me, and please remember that coffee is subjective but I personally prefer a stronger cup of Americano. I felt they only put in one shot of espresso but I've gotten use to getting two shots. Next time I'll ask them to do that and get it stronger. Definitely worth coming in for a cup of coffee and a baked good.

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Chris D.

Quaint coffee shop on Main Street in Chester. The cafe is full of imported Italian food like cookies and pasta. I tried a vanilla bean latte which was delicious, don't often see a vanilla bean option and there were actually specks of bean inside.

Alannah B.

Cute coffee and baked goods spot in downtown Chester. I didn't try any of the Italian goods they had but the coffee was delicious. The vanilla bean latte was exceptionally good.

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10 years ago

Maria's is very charming. It's small inside but also has some seats outside. Variety was good service was good too. I would visit again

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This is the best coffee around. Hands down. And Maria's bakes some mean cookies and cake. The best.

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