I've been going to The Cookie Jar since high school- over 55 years. My favorite thing is their…read morecarrot cake- it's just out of this world!

Excellent bakery! Parking was around the building. And there was a small line when I came in but it…read moremoved fast. There's lots of people working there helping people. We got a few donut holes and a New Yorker. The donuts were amazing. The New Yorker was okay. It was like an oversized rugela but more pastry like. The service was great. There was a few tables and it was welcoming inside.

This spot was right behind our hotel. Super convenient. Even…read morethough we went early there was already a line but it was worth the wait. You self serve your own coffee and tea. We passed on both and got a few pastries which were delicious. No where to sit inside but little tables outside that fill quick. Would definitely pop in for some baked goods.

How does one spend over $100 at a bakery - come to Standard and you'll find out! And it was…read moreabsolutely worth the wait in the rain on a Sunday morning. After having some of the bread prior to our meals at a few restaurants, we found out the bread is locally sourced at a sister business right around the corner from where ate the night before. There is parking avail for customers in the lot for 30 mins, we prob waited about 20 mins and crossed the threshold into baked goods heaven. There was so much to select from - we got pastries, cookies, pizza and bread - and we pretty much liked everything. Our least favorite was the morning bun with walnuts - we didn't have it right away so that might've been part of the issue. Just note that the bread served at the restaurants aren't available until 2pm - we were leaving that morning so we weren't going wait for it. We opted for other loaves instead and they didn't disappoint. If you want something yummy and fresh - make sure to stop by here before heading out of Portland. I do wish the setup was a bit more conducive to the big crowds as there isn't much space from the front door to the counter but still a fantastic find!

Made it to Scratch this past Sunday. Being GF is definitely a challenge surrounded by such amazing…read morebagels. I had almost given up on finding a treat when staff pointed out the GF option. I wasn't terribly excited about it but gave it a try. The Almond Horseshoe is just about the best GF treat I have eaten. And eating at Willard Beach makes it even better. Sorry I didn't get the photo. I wish I had bought more. I will certainly make special trips to get that again!

A friend took me here when I was visiting town and I immediately fell in love! Their sourdough…read morebagels are absolutely delicious. They have staple flavors and rotating "guest stars". The honey rosemary guest star was a favorite. The Maine Sea Salt with their herbed cream cheese was also impeccable. I'm here for a few more days, and plan to visit as much as I can. The staff is great- spelled my name right, which is a rarity for me. Go early if you want bagels. Sometimes there is a line, but it moves quickly.

I love a local market with a drink and sandwich counter. C Salt has some of the best English…read moremuffins you can get in the area. They are also one of the few spots that does a breakfast burrito properly - unforgiving heft and totally stuffed. It's the best spot to grab breakfast and other provisions before you head over to the beach. For coffee: the iced drinks are decent; warm drinks are solid. They have a display of sweet items that should you have children with you, will haunt them incessantly until you purchase something for them. Service time is completely reasonable; young folk behind the counter making drinks and slinging food orders. Cute patio seating outside which makes it a favorite spot of mine, especially when the hydrangeas are in bloom! Lots of seating inside. The marketplace is dangerous. Although it's limited pickings, it's been carefully curated for elevated items from Maine vendors or other top brands. It's great spot to get small gifts for people (food, wine, other small crafted items)!

We grabbed a meal for a group of ~10 people to go from C Salt earlier this Summer…read more For me specifically, I ordered the lobster roll and the Haddock Chowder. The LOBSTER ROLL was so tasty and absolutely bursting with lobster. It feels simple but flavor wise it is perfect. The HADDOCK CHOWDER on the other hand was the complete opposite of perfect. The haddock itself tasted very fresh but the base had absolutely no seasoning or flavor and so it tasted like cooked fish in hot milk. All in all, a good option for lobster rolls but stay away from the chowder.

Creators of some of the most AMAZING sweets and treats you will ever taste! Their products can…read morecurrently be found at The Corner - General Store 154 Middle Street Portland, Maine. They make incredible brownies, woopie pies, brittle and other temptations. If you aren't local, try ordering through their website. They cater too!

Not busy when we arrived. Staff was super friendly and helpful, it was my first time visiting…read more They recommended flavors and were very prompt with ringing us up. The whoopie pies were good and loved that you can freeze and eat them later.

We stopped by during published open hours and the whole building was closed. No signs anywhere…read moresaying that it was closed. We also tried calling and they answered and it sounded like a personal phone call and tried to call back and it went straight to voicemail.

When you walk into a bakery you expect to be hit with the smell of butter, Two Fat Cats bakery…read moredelivered! The smell was amazing, the selection varied and the food was delicious! I had great service and loved all three items I tried.

Two Fat Cats is a Portland mainstay and for good reason! They have a huge selection of really…read moreexcellent baked goods; ranging from pies, to cakes, to quiches, to smaller baked treats. I think the only thing they lack is decaf coffee. We made a stop while downtown the other day and are so happy we did. Their space is bright and roomy with lots of seating and tables, with a chance to watch the bakers do their magic! The staff was really helpful with suggestions while we made selections. We enjoyed our treats very much, less the scone which seemed a little underdone. We will definitely be back, likely for a birthday cake!

The cafe/bakery has a few fresh baked goods daily (don't think any vegan or no gluten-free…read moreoptions). Their website lists about a half dozen, but the last time I was here there were just two: the sourdough chocolate chip cookie and the matcha and black sesame butter mochi. I'm guessing those are regularly available (they also do fun seasonal specials, so be sure to check their socials), but don't come with the expectation that there's going to be a big variety. The drinks include coffees, teas, and a variety of matcha. For me, this is NOT the best matcha in Portland. Matcha Mood is. The matcha here is good (maybe in the top three in the city), but the iced matcha with miso maple syrup and almond milk I recently had for $9+ was just okay. The drink is (literally) half the size as one at Macha Mood for the same price, and there wasn't any flavor of miso or maple. I've seen some internet buzz claiming THIS IS THE BEST... as a local, I don't agree. And that's okay; you might find your new favorite here, so it's absolutely worth visiting. They also do other fun spontaneous matcha flavors, so be sure to follow them on social! Check out their shop as well: loads of chili crisps and hot sauces, condiments and spices, jams, matcha powders and loose tea, pickles and other preserved foods, sweets, vinegars and oils, fermentation ware and kitchen goods, etc.

Okay I know nothing about fermentation but this cafe has really interesting and delicious baked…read moregoods that you won't find anywhere else like a sourdough chocolate chip cookie and a kimchi corn cheese soufflé. Also the matcha black sesame butter mochi was out of this world, truly unexpected. Great food and very good service. There was outdoor seating outside and the inside had plenty of room though the cafe was pretty busy when we arrived. Definitely worth checking out!

The selection was perfect. Breads for every taste. Pastries that just are none like any other…read more The behind the counter staff was very nice. Answering all my questions. The location is at the front of the bakery. The coffee was a delight, I had a cortado. The treats were all amazing. I would definitely stop in. I will be going again when I'm back I Portland. The bakery you can see from the store and it's big, bright, and lovely. They mill their own flour as well.

The staff were friendlier to people who seemed like regulars. I asked some questions about breads…read moreand lattes and baked goods, and it didn't seem like they had as much patience or good humor with me. Other folks had warm conversations, I received a sense of urgency to be moved along. It's great to see this be such a community loved space! (But I didn't personally feel that.) VEGANS: 1. There are *no* baked goods, pastries, or sweet treats for you here (except for the bagged granola). Segue... 2. The breads ARE vegan-friendly! The grains they use are sustainably and locally grown too. Try the Country (a really solid, big, circular levain with a crusty exterior and soft interior) or the Bird (a smaller loaf with a bunch of seeds: sesame, caraway, sunflower, flax, pumpkin, etc). 3. There's oat milk for an upcharge regardless if that's for a latte or a tiny splash for your cold brew. To be honest, I didn't like the latte I tried: it tasted like I had a mouthful of dry, gritty spices. We're so fortunate in Greater Portland to have so many amazing bakeries. This might be your favorite, so for sure give them a visit.

Wonderful rye muffins and Spanish Mimosas! Service was fabulous- friendly and warm. Great vibe,…read moreencourage you to try it. You won't be disappointed!

The Ugly Duckling's homemade English Muffins sounded like the perfect light lunch we were seeking…read moreafter checking in to our nearby hotel. I was really intrigued by the rye and caraway muffin, and I love a good pastrami. Unfortunately, the thin pastrami was a bit chewy. If there is a meat spectrum that ranges from jerky to moist and tender (such as Sam LaGrassa's), it was too close to jerky. With plenty of butter and melted cheese, it was pretty greasy, though the flavor was enjoyable. I was happy to try it, and my wife really enjoyed the complex Como Se Dice Buon Giorno, with prosciutto, hash brown, banana peppers, etc. Next time, I'd probably grab a package of their English Muffins to bring home and create my own egg sandwich, but it's a quaint neighborhood spot worth checking out if you're in the area.