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I'm not trying to beat a dead horse, but these are the best biscuits in the world. Crunchy, soft, airy, moist, buttery... It's literally everything you'd ever want in a biscuit and to make matters worse, they do a sweet and savory option that really puts me over the edge. This weekend: tomato jam and goat cheese. These biscuits have to be on it a top 25 list of best things I've ever put in my mouth. It's really an incredible experience, even if you wait in that heinously long line. But, you don't have to wait in line. Wake up by 745 and place your order online you can order any of the baked goods or breakfast sandwiches, along with drip and cold brew coffee. They will keep your biscuit sandwiches hot, store your pastries for you, and they don't pour your coffee until you arrive for pick up. So you can order at 7:45 in the morning and pick up at 1 PM if you really wanted. It's as good as they say, and you must make a point of visiting when you're in Portland!
I know Tandem has been in Portland for a while but I recently just had the chance to try it out. I absolutely loved the biscuit with butter and jam. The cheddar jalapeño biscuits weee equally amazing. Did I wait in line for almost 30 minutes? Yes, I did. Was it worthwhile? Hell to the yes if was. I paid $20 for the loaded biscuit and two cheddar jalapeño biscuits. A bit expensive but hey, that's Portland. Vibe: casual and friendly Food: excellent Customer service: fantastic
If you need a coffee + sweet treat stop, let this be the place. The $9 price tag on a biscuit w/ jam and butter gave me a bit of shock, but they've loaded that bread up so much it's worth it. The other biscuits are great, give at least one a try (a cheddar scallion? a loaded goat cheese and tomato compote?). Please bring your sweet tooth for the blueberry pie (not too sweet, don't worry) as it's the best on the menu. I bought a drip coffee after splurging on carbs, and it was a good accompaniment. This is a popular place so you might expect a line, but the workers are efficient. Have your order ready before you hit the counter and you'll be swell. They have indoor and outdoor seating, including a covered spot outdoor. Parking is free on street, but it's a residential area so it might be tight.
Tandem Bakery + Coffee is up there as the best bakery I've ever been to. From the great seating outside, to the friendly faces who are proud to give recommendations for all their incredible food, to the food itself. Wow, this place was incredible and deserving a 5 out of five stars. You really can't go wrong with anything you get, but I would say the highlight was the cheddar biscuit along with the Earl Grey and blueberry scone. The food scene at Portland was so fun. Give this place a try!
We had to try Tandem biscuits on our Portland visit and so glad we did! Biscuit egg sandwich was flavorful! Biscuit with butter and jam was amazing! Biscuit was so light and crumbly, absolutely delicious! Drip coffee and cappucino were nice and strong without being bitter or sour. Service was friendly and fast! Go try it, it's well worth the wait in long line!
This place was great! We ate everything so quickly that I forgot to take photos of the food. We enjoyed delicious coffee drinks plus a breakfast sandwich with sausage, a sticky bun, raspberry scone, and a chocolate chip cookie. Get there early. We were in line about 15 minutes before they opened on a Friday morning in August and there were already a dozen or so people ahead of us. The line grew and continued for the next hour or so. They do a very smart thing by having a separate line and entrance for orders placed online.
Nowhere near worth the line on the weekends. Jalapeño cheddar biscuit was the best thing I had. Sausage egg and cheese sandwich I didn't finish - the egg was not good at all and the sandwich fell apart. Plus it was one of the saltiest things I've eaten in a long time (negative). Iced black coffee was to be expected.
#47 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES The pastries here are too die for! I believe their famous for their biscuits (which are delicious) but what surprised me was their black sesame banana bread, so good! Very soft and moist. Their coffees are also delicious. They have a large variety of pastries and common cafe drinks. My partner got their mocha and I got a vanilla iced latte. Both drinks were good, nothing that makes them too exceptional, but classic drinks done right. There is a small inside area to sit in and a large outside seating area. Parking lot available.
Stopped by tandem on Monday morning and it lived up to the hype. The employees are all so nice and welcoming. I ordered a few of their pastries to try something sweet, savory and different. The buttermilk biscuit was crispy on the outside and super buttery and soft on the inside. The black sesame banana bread was unique, moist and very tasty. The cookie I ate the next day and it still had a perfect crispness to it and the ginger with molasses was such a great combination. I got a simple latte but their espresso was bold, smooth and rich. Highly recommend stopping by here. The line moves quickly!
We stopped here on a Thursday morning due to all the great reviews. When we arrived, it was very busy and there was a long line out the door. The line ended up moving fairly quickly. We ended up ordering the breakfast sandwich with sausage, the loaded biscuit, and a mocha and caramel latte. To start, the food was AMAZING! The breakfast sandwich was probably the best I've ever had. The biscuit was soft and warm and had sea salt on top. The cheese, egg and sausage were all cooked perfectly and everything paired together nicely. It was sweet and savory at the same time. The loaded biscuit(butter and strawberry jam) was also delicious, however, the amount of butter in it was a little dramatic. Both the drinks were good but the caramel latte was better! A must stop when searching for breakfast!
Damn their biscuits are good! Tandem has become a staple for us when visiting Portland, and it's best to get there first thing in the morning because the line can get pretty long; the line moves quick though because they have a good system for filling orders. Lots of space to sit and eat, but most of the seating is outside so beware if you're visiting in the winter. Here's what we got on our latest visit: - breakfast biscuit sandwich - goat cheese and tomato jam biscuit - black sesame banana bread - rhubarb scone - ginger molasses cookie - sweet roll Pastries rotate but certain things are regularly available, like the breakfast sandwich, molasses cookie, and sweet roll. The scone flavors appear to change along with the breads and jam for the biscuit. You really can't go wrong with anything.
Because we're only here for a short time, my friends and I decided to see what the hype was for this place. I don't think it was worth the hype. The jam and butter biscuit was cold so the butter wasn't melted. The biscuit was on the sweeter side with salt on top which was a bit odd for me. Lattes were normal, not special. This is somewhere you would visit just to try, but I wouldn't come back. I gave them 3 stars due to taste, long line, and price.
Wow! I got the biscuit with strawberry jam and butter along with a vanilla iced latte. I'm from the south so my expectations for a biscuit are pretty high, but this one hit the mark! The flaky salt on top and the jam really made it just right. I did leave wanting a little less butter and a little more jam, but overall it was delicious. We got there around 9am on a Friday and the wait wasn't too bad, maybe 15 minutes. However, it was raining so that might have deterred some folks. My only complaint is that I wish there was more covered seating since it was raining, but overall a great experience. The staff was super nice and helpful at the counter.
The wait is long...but it's so worth it. Coffee- pricey, eh. Theres better coffee Loaded savory biscuit- oh my...one of the best things I've ever had. Incredibly flavorful. My boyfriend hates goat cheese but he loved this. The combo with the tomato jam is incredible. The biscuit was also one of the best I've ever had! Banana cake- flavor combos you wouldn't expect to go together...but are phenomenal. The sesame seeds, olive oil, cream cheese and banana bread are so good together. Might even change how I make my banana bread! Sticky bun- HUGE and delicious. We saved it for the next day and it was still so soft and yummy. Plenty of seating outside which is perfect after the long wait. Staff was super nice and helpful, made sure everything was packed up nicely in to go boxes. I'd come back again, but now that I know what we want I might just order online. It's a very long wait to get inside read more
The line is crazy. They open at 8 and there was already a line out the door to the corner. It took around a 30-40 mins to get inside. If you wanna go, go early cause I've heard it only grows. They do have pick up if that is an option for you and you don't want to wait. There are seats inside and outdoors with limited space inside. They have a few parking spots so if you are going with someone and can't find anything I would lowkey have them wait for a spot. The staff are really friendly but make sure you know what you want. We got the Biscuit Sandwich, this is heated up but they give it to you right away. There was nothing special about this it tasted basic maybe even a little salty. Now my favorite was definitely the Loaded Biscuit. This was a perfect savory sweet combo but I do wish the biscuit itself was a little softer. The Sticky Bun was good, I'm not a huge sweets fan so this wasn't anything special for me. We also got the Blueberry Pie and this was unexpectedly good. I wasn't expecting much but the cold blueberry really hit the spot. The crust was amazing and it made me appreciate a good pie. For drinks we got a Brown Sugar Cinnamon Latte, it was pretty small for $6 I would say and didn't have any strong flavor. Overall, worth a try because it does have some more interesting bakery breakfast items but I definitely wouldn't wait in that line again. read more
12 days ago
Mixed feelings about the food here. Molasses cookie was so good and so was the biscuit sandwich. The banana bread and quiche were both okay, but I have had better elsewhere. We came on a Monday and the wait was about 15-20 minutes. We came yesterday on a Sunday and left as the line was quite long. They have some indoor and outdoor seating or pack food to go. read more
I'm not trying to beat a dead horse, but these are the best biscuits in the world. Crunchy, soft, airy, moist, buttery... It's literally everything you'd ever want in a biscuit and to make matters worse, they do a sweet and savory option that really puts me over the edge. This weekend: tomato jam and goat cheese. These biscuits have to be on it a top 25 list of best things I've ever put in my mouth. It's really an incredible experience, even if you wait in that heinously long line. But, you don't have to wait in line. Wake up by 745 and place your order online you can order any of the baked goods or breakfast sandwiches, along with drip and cold brew coffee. They will keep your biscuit sandwiches hot, store your pastries for you, and they don't pour your coffee until you arrive for pick up. So you can order at 7:45 in the morning and pick up at 1 PM if you really wanted. It's as good as they say, and you must make a point of visiting when you're in Portland! read more
I know Tandem has been in Portland for a while but I recently just had the chance to try it out. I absolutely loved the biscuit with butter and jam. The cheddar jalapeño biscuits weee equally amazing. Did I wait in line for almost 30 minutes? Yes, I did. Was it worthwhile? Hell to the yes if was. I paid $20 for the loaded biscuit and two cheddar jalapeño biscuits. A bit expensive but hey, that's Portland. Vibe: casual and friendly Food: excellent Customer service: fantastic read more
If you need a coffee + sweet treat stop, let this be the place. The $9 price tag on a biscuit w/ jam and butter gave me a bit of shock, but they've loaded that bread up so much it's worth it. The other biscuits are great, give at least one a try (a cheddar scallion? a loaded goat cheese and tomato compote?). Please bring your sweet tooth for the blueberry pie (not too sweet, don't worry) as it's the best on the menu. I bought a drip coffee after splurging on carbs, and it was a good accompaniment. This is a popular place so you might expect a line, but the workers are efficient. Have your order ready before you hit the counter and you'll be swell. They have indoor and outdoor seating, including a covered spot outdoor. Parking is free on street, but it's a residential area so it might be tight. read more
Tandem Bakery + Coffee is up there as the best bakery I've ever been to. From the great seating outside, to the friendly faces who are proud to give recommendations for all their incredible food, to the food itself. Wow, this place was incredible and deserving a 5 out of five stars. You really can't go wrong with anything you get, but I would say the highlight was the cheddar biscuit along with the Earl Grey and blueberry scone. The food scene at Portland was so fun. Give this place a try! read more
We had to try Tandem biscuits on our Portland visit and so glad we did! Biscuit egg sandwich was flavorful! Biscuit with butter and jam was amazing! Biscuit was so light and crumbly, absolutely delicious! Drip coffee and cappucino were nice and strong without being bitter or sour. Service was friendly and fast! Go try it, it's well worth the wait in long line! read more
This place was great! We ate everything so quickly that I forgot to take photos of the food. We enjoyed delicious coffee drinks plus a breakfast sandwich with sausage, a sticky bun, raspberry scone, and a chocolate chip cookie. Get there early. We were in line about 15 minutes before they opened on a Friday morning in August and there were already a dozen or so people ahead of us. The line grew and continued for the next hour or so. They do a very smart thing by having a separate line and entrance for orders placed online. read more
Nowhere near worth the line on the weekends. Jalapeño cheddar biscuit was the best thing I had. Sausage egg and cheese sandwich I didn't finish - the egg was not good at all and the sandwich fell apart. Plus it was one of the saltiest things I've eaten in a long time (negative). Iced black coffee was to be expected. read more
4 months ago
#47 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES The pastries here are too die for! I believe their famous for their biscuits (which are delicious) but what surprised me was their black sesame banana bread, so good! Very soft and moist. Their coffees are also delicious. They have a large variety of pastries and common cafe drinks. My partner got their mocha and I got a vanilla iced latte. Both drinks were good, nothing that makes them too exceptional, but classic drinks done right. There is a small inside area to sit in and a large outside seating area. Parking lot available. read more
Stopped by tandem on Monday morning and it lived up to the hype. The employees are all so nice and welcoming. I ordered a few of their pastries to try something sweet, savory and different. The buttermilk biscuit was crispy on the outside and super buttery and soft on the inside. The black sesame banana bread was unique, moist and very tasty. The cookie I ate the next day and it still had a perfect crispness to it and the ginger with molasses was such a great combination. I got a simple latte but their espresso was bold, smooth and rich. Highly recommend stopping by here. The line moves quickly! read more
We stopped here on a Thursday morning due to all the great reviews. When we arrived, it was very busy and there was a long line out the door. The line ended up moving fairly quickly. We ended up ordering the breakfast sandwich with sausage, the loaded biscuit, and a mocha and caramel latte. To start, the food was AMAZING! The breakfast sandwich was probably the best I've ever had. The biscuit was soft and warm and had sea salt on top. The cheese, egg and sausage were all cooked perfectly and everything paired together nicely. It was sweet and savory at the same time. The loaded biscuit(butter and strawberry jam) was also delicious, however, the amount of butter in it was a little dramatic. Both the drinks were good but the caramel latte was better! A must stop when searching for breakfast! read more
Damn their biscuits are good! Tandem has become a staple for us when visiting Portland, and it's best to get there first thing in the morning because the line can get pretty long; the line moves quick though because they have a good system for filling orders. Lots of space to sit and eat, but most of the seating is outside so beware if you're visiting in the winter. Here's what we got on our latest visit: - breakfast biscuit sandwich - goat cheese and tomato jam biscuit - black sesame banana bread - rhubarb scone - ginger molasses cookie - sweet roll Pastries rotate but certain things are regularly available, like the breakfast sandwich, molasses cookie, and sweet roll. The scone flavors appear to change along with the breads and jam for the biscuit. You really can't go wrong with anything. read more
Because we're only here for a short time, my friends and I decided to see what the hype was for this place. I don't think it was worth the hype. The jam and butter biscuit was cold so the butter wasn't melted. The biscuit was on the sweeter side with salt on top which was a bit odd for me. Lattes were normal, not special. This is somewhere you would visit just to try, but I wouldn't come back. I gave them 3 stars due to taste, long line, and price. read more
Wow! I got the biscuit with strawberry jam and butter along with a vanilla iced latte. I'm from the south so my expectations for a biscuit are pretty high, but this one hit the mark! The flaky salt on top and the jam really made it just right. I did leave wanting a little less butter and a little more jam, but overall it was delicious. We got there around 9am on a Friday and the wait wasn't too bad, maybe 15 minutes. However, it was raining so that might have deterred some folks. My only complaint is that I wish there was more covered seating since it was raining, but overall a great experience. The staff was super nice and helpful at the counter. read more
My favorite bite during a quick stopover in Portland! Absolutely loved their savory loaded biscuit, with tomato jam and a goat cheese spread. We asked for the cheddar jalapeño biscuit instead of plain, which worked out perfectly. Instead of one of the pre-loaded biscuits, we got the jam and cheese on the side to self spread on our bits of biscuit. Really fabulous! Also loved the sweet sticky bun. A little savory and a little sweet, shared. Iced coffee. Ideal! (I did not try their malt coffee, but it looked like that was very popular.) Next time I'm in Portland, I will absolutely go out of my way to make it back to Tandem! Long line out the door on a Sat morning, but it moved very quickly! read more
3 months ago
I had read about Tandem and their biscuits, best in town! So I knew i wanted to try them, but secretly I'm not really a biscuits kinda girl! I grew up in the south, I've had all kinds of biscuits and usually they are dry or crumbly and I usually end up saying, "eh, not worth the calories" Walking up there a line out the door, but it moved quickly, I was surprised that most things were already made and they just put it on a tray for you and you pay, very lunch line, and its not served hot!?! I immediately wished I had asked them to heat it up for me, but oh well were sitting already and they were busy! All my fears melted away when I tasted those delicious carbs! First impression the jalapeño cheddar reminded me of cheese straws, like great cheesy flavor, but the consistency was so good! Crispy edges but soft inside! But then, it gets better... one bite of that strawberry butter one, yep it's delicious moved right up the list, best biscuit I've ever had! The butter seems ridiculous like so much but it's so good, I swear seems like it's whipped with cream cheese or something cause what!? I found myself wishful for more strawberry preserves, but just so good, even took half home and ate it the next day, guess what still delicious! read more
I was reluctant going here because it's usually slammed...and it can't be that good right? Wrong. Dare I say best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. The biscuit...the eggs and cheese...it was a holy experience. I even got a little crazy and had jam on the side to dip it into! The line was long, but boy do they have it down, it was fast and efficient and every worker was so kind! Honestly a MUST spot if you're visiting the area. read more
17 days ago
Waiting about 30 minutes on a Saturday around 10 AM or so, the line moved fairly quick though! By the time we got inside to order, some of the breakfast items and baked goods were sold out which was a bummer, but shows how popular this place is. We got the biscuit with butter & jam and a latte! It really was the best biscuit I've ever had! The flakiness and salt on top was divine! Coffee was good too! Glad we were able to try these biscuits while visiting! read more
6 months ago
Definitely a standout breakfast sandwich! Tried out Tandem while visiting Portland at the recommendation of a friend. We tried out the egg and cheese biscuit, the savory loaded biscuit, and two flavored lattes (one brown sugar cinnamon and the other maple). Loved both of the biscuits but had a slight preference for the egg and cheese one. Both biscuits were soft and buttery yet crisp with the best salt on top. We got there right at opening on a weekday and there was already a long line to enter, but the staff moves everyone through quickly. It is worth noting that indoor seating is very limited and there is more outdoor seating. We decided to purchase some of their coffee beans as a gift. Tandem is very popular for good reason and well worth visiting, whether as a tourist or as a local. read more
Met with a Saturday Morning Line around 9:30 AM - but would I wait again? In a heartbeat! I opted for the savory biscuit with goat cheese and bacon jam - (give me 12 of 'em). I also got a cappuccino that was so dreamy. I dined "in" but sat at the picnic tables outside and it was so lovely. There's limited seating inside (couple bar seats + a solid set of tables). side note: Parking was not fun to find. read more
We had family visiting, so we decided that bringing them to Tandem would be a great way to show off one of Portland's many gems! Their reputation is welll-earned. The converted gas station with plenty of outdoor seating is bright and welcoming! The staff is moving fast to satisfy the customers, but you don't feel rushed. The baked good are off the charts. The biscuits are bonkers good. There will be a line; it's worth it! read more
Delicious! The line was out the door but it was worth it for the yummy pastries and coffee! I tried the savory biscuit which was a regular biscuit with tomato jam and goat cheese - so so so good! I also got a drip coffee and early grey blueberry scone. Also both delicious! All of the staff was very kind despite being very busy! read more
3 months ago
Arrived on a Sunday just after 11 am. There was a line out to the sidewalk, but it moved pretty quickly. The service at the counter was great and very efficient. We ordered an herby lemonade, savory biscuit, sausage, egg, and cheese, biscuit, black, sesame, banana bread, a jalapeño cheddar biscuit, and the ginger cookie. Everything was delicious and the leftovers kept well in the fridge. The outdoor seating was really convenient and comfortable. Looking forward to returning. read more
This place came up as a recommendation for Blueberry Pies. Unfortunately, when we went there, they did not have it. We did a takeout for a Salted Maple Coconut Scone. Amazing! Definitely try it. The place was really buzzing and there wasn't any space to sit. There is some patio seating which would be nice on a sunny warm day. Staff was nice and friendly. Would definitely try it again next time we're in Portland. read more
We came in on a Monday around 9:30am. It's a cute converted gas station and has the nostalgia charm. Parking is a challenge - we found a spot up the street- but totally worth it. We read that there would be a line and yes there was, but a short one (we would have stayed either way). The line went fairly fast. Our order taker was nice and friendly. We ordered the egg breakfast sandwich, jalepino cheese biscuit and the earl gray iced blueberry scone. The coffee of choice was the malt ice coffee. Ok. Rating the food: Breakfast sandwich-ciabatta bun-slightly sweet and very buttery..nicely fried egg and sausage YUM Jalepino cheese biscuit- salted top, jalepinos mixed inside with cheese. Nice and crisp on outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. Earl gray iced blueberry scone- exciting!! Nicely baked with real blueberry. That icing tho - just the right sweetness! The malt ice coffees-great coffee flavor with a hint of malt - YUM Overall one of my own MUST TRY suggestions for anyone visiting Portland and needing a breakfast and coffee! read more
So I asked AI who had the best breakfast sandwich in Maine. The answer came back "Tandem coffee & Bakery. A tiny storefront with minimal tables. I ordered a plain biscuit to go, a cinnamon roll & a sausage egg & cheese on a biscuit. The cinnamon roll felt stale. It doesn't come close to the cinnamon rolls made at Cafe 54 & Ocean Park variety. If you haven't had a cinnamon bun at either of those two establishments you are missing out. The sausage egg & cheese fell apart, the egg was a sheet pan square, a typical round sausage & American cheese. An adequate sandwich that filled my belly; however I will never order another one. The biscuit looks massive, can't wait to try it warmed with jam. Two weeks ago I ventured 45 minutes away, hands down I found the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. It's in Standish, called the sweet & savory bake house. Definitely worth the trip. They make their own great English muffins & everything is over the top awesome. They also use coffee ice cubes so the iced coffee doesn't get diluted. read more
This place was great! Totally worth the wait in line (we waited about 30 mins on Saturday morning). Their pastries are top notch, you must get one (blueberry scone was awesome). The homemade granola and local tougher was perfect + light + fresh. The coffee was solid, I'd get it again but nothing super special. Staff was SO nice too especially for it being so busy. Cute place! read more
5 months ago
Tandem Coffee & Bakery is one of those places that sticks with you long after you leave. It's a fantastic coffee shop with both indoor and outdoor seating, perfect for easing into your day or taking a relaxed break. However it gets packed because of how popular it is! But the real star of the show? The biscuits. Buttery, flaky, and absolutely perfect -- especially with the whipped butter and spicy jelly. My wife and I still talk about them at least once a month, which honestly says everything you need to know. read more
10 months ago
After hearing multiple good things about Tandem coffee when discussing Portland with friends, we knew we had to make a visit while in town. We got to Tandem late in the morning, and ran into a little bit of a line here. However, the line moved pretty fast and we were able to order within 10 to 15 minutes. Tandem is located in what looks like a renovated auto garage, so the line might go out the door, but it's really just a narrow ordering area at the front. Seating is limited inside, but there are several larger picnic tables outside. I ordered the malted coffee drink, a cheddar biscuit, and a strawberry jam biscuit. We also bought a couple of locally roasted beans to give as gifts. There were so many options, which made it hard to pick. Overall, the coffee was solid but perhaps I chose wrong on the malted drink itself. The treats and pastries were much better than the drink, and were very tasty, especially the jam biscuit. It's definitely worth a stop if you're in town! read more
Amazing little bakery in downtown Portland! I would say their pastries lean towards the sweeter flavors but they have a few wonderful savory options too. We tried their egg and cheese breakfast biscuit with sausage, strawberry jam and butter biscuit, and a jalapeño cheddar biscuit. I loved the thinness of the breakfast biscuit but would have preferred bacon. The strawberry jam and butter biscuit was HUGE and they add plenty of spread for the whole thing. My favorite by far was the jalapeño cheddar biscuit! The flavors were so apparent, fluffy layers inside and a crunchy golden outside. There's pretty much always a line but it moves quickly! There's plenty of seating outside if you can't find a table inside. read more
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3 months ago
Was it worth waiting an hour at 10am on a Sunday in August? I thought not at first, but I'm glad we did. Unique and fun place. Very friendly. Pastries were the stars. They were out of breakfast biscuits by 10:30, so prepare. read more
1 year ago
This was walking distance from our air bnb so we came here for morning coffee and pastries. The line was incredibly long but it moved fast so don't be intimidated. I believe it's an old gas station which is pretty awesome. We absolutely loved all the pastries. The cinnamon brought us back here twice. The olive oil banana bread was a duo I never knew I needed. The biscuits heated up was amazing. We would've tried everything if we could. Their coffee is why it's a 4/5 and. It 5/5. If their coffee game was stronger it'd be a definite 5/5. Nonetheless a must stop for pastries! read more
Tandem is a Portland institution, and even in a town packed with top-tier bakeries, it definitely lives up to the hype. We visited at around 10:30am on a Saturday and (as expected) the line was wrapped around the block. Luckily it moves pretty fast and we were placing our order after about 20 minutes. For drinks, I had a maple latte that I loved, while my husband ordered the malt iced coffee. It turns out the malt flavor isn't really our thing, but I think it's just a matter of personal preference there. Now let's get to the good stuff: the baked goods. Not to be dramatic, but the biscuit breakfast sandwich will change your life. The biscuit is melt-in-your mouth good, and the pimento mayo on it is so tasty. They were sold out of the breakfast sausage though, so we'll have to go back earlier next time to try that version. We also tried the banana bread and the loaded biscuit, which were both perfect. They're soooo decadent, it would be too much for me on a regular day, but for a Saturday morning on vacation you can't ask for much else. Definitely a Portland must try. Can't wait to come back on my next trip! read more
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Is there Parking nearby?
Your best option for parking nearby would be getting a street parking space. Street parking will require payment Monday-Saturday from 9am-7pm.
Do they have gluten free options?
Browsing through reviews and their website they do not create any items with the intention of being gluten-free. One review mentioned the only option being yogurt. You would likely be better off trying another spot that serves gluten-free options.
Does the Anderson street location have the loaded biscuits on the menu?
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