For a location of Speckled Ax (one of the three they have) that is more barebones, it's a good…read morespot. Especially great if you want to just grab some of their coffee beans or get a morning coffee/drink. Perfect for your fix without having to go into downtown. Small amount of parking but they do have a few spots. As other reviews have mentioned the inside is very small with space for one worker behind the counter and at most maybe 4 customers to fit. No inside seats but some tables nearby the parking if weather is nice enough. They have a large majority of drinks you'd expect a coffee spot to have along with a special available most likely. The current special was "Hey Bay Latte" which was a bay leaf, orange zest, and brown sugar. I thought it had a great combination of flavor and was well made. My wife got an iced mocha latte and enjoyed it. It did not become her new favorite but thought it was a solid version. If you are looking for a bite to eat, check out another Speckled Ax location Despite the small space it is well utilized and they have enough decorations and wall art to give it some vibes. Some great artwork on the building's walls outside as well. Great coffee roaster worth supporting!

I had a little bit of difficulty actually finding the shop - because it's so small! But I'm really…read moreglad I did. The shop is so small, there's barely enough room to breathe inside. Seems like only one employee can fit behind the counter. So charming! I got the Passamaquoddy blueberry latte which was a special at the time. I was definitely skeptical. I'm not really a fruit + coffee kinda guy. But when in Maine? It was ridiculously good. Like knock your socks off good. In fact my mouth is watering writing about it, & I drank it over a month ago. Ahhhhhh! I wish I could go back right now for this latte. Let those baristas work some magic for you & try whatever creative special they got going on, even if it's out of your comfort zone. You may just fall in coffee luv.

Stopped in for a quick smoothie. They do have several to choose from. They offer ginger/lemon shots…read moretoo. And smoothie bowls. I was greeted and help right away. I decided on the Berry Garcia. The smoothie was creamy and flavorful. Just like a mix berry flavor. Cold and refreshing. They have a great large parking lot and some picnic tables off to the side.

I am always on the hunt for a good smoothie place, so when a coworker recommended the Grateful Cup,…read moreI had to try it. It's off the beaten path and not somewhere I would've stumbled upon naturally. I went around noon on a Friday and there were a couple of people in line but it moved quickly and there wasn't much of a wait. It's a cute little shop--standing room only--and I liked the vibe a lot. They provide complimentary infused water while you wait and there is a gender-neutral restroom available. In addition to food and smoothies, there are tie dye tshirts and treats for the pup for sale. The person taking my order (I'm guessing the owner) was pleasant and welcomed me for my first visit. I ordered the Tropicali Blues smoothie (minus the banana), and it did not disappoint! I'm looking forward to visiting again and working my way through their menu. They provide a punch card, which is even more incentive for me to keep coming back. Grateful for another tasty local business!

This was my second time visiting Coveside Coffee. The first was awhile ago for a makers market and…read moremy wife and I grabbed drinks before we browsed all the unique creations. I had forgotten to write a review after that experience so we needed to revisit eventually. Today was that day as we were in the area. Location wise I would say it is perfect tucked away not in the hustle and bustle of downtown. They have a small parking lot as well as plenty street parking. We went inside and I got their Cozy Latte which was cinnamon and cardamom latte while my wife got their Flower Power which is lavender and honey. Both were quite tasty and well made. Besides their seasonal drinks they appeared to have all the typically drinks you'd expect. To go along with our drinks I grabbed a chocolate croissant and my wife got a piece of their rosemary kale & pepper quiche. Both of these were tasty bites but do wish they would have been warmed up. Not sure if this would have been an option as they did not ask if we wanted them warm. Only real knock against the food was that. Good variety overall of food options. They are huge supporters of local creators and had a handful inside with jewelry and pottery available for sale. Great to see local supporting local! Overall we enjoy Coveside, although I do believe some other spots more based on coffee drinks. It is definitely a cozy and inviting space worth your time to visit. Also if you are a fan of books checkout the little library out front!

What a cute coffee shop! Amazing coffee, I got a Carmel latte and it was fantastic. Lots of outdoor…read moreand indoor seating, and such a cute space with a very chill vibe. The service was super friendly. Lots of parking in their parking lot or on the street. It did take a little bit to get my latte but it was worth it! They also have some treats!

Good coffee, magnificent tiramisu very good service very peaceful vibe inside Wife destroyed half…read moreof mine pistachio crape bfore i finished typing

What a beautiful spot - I loved the coffees that we have gotten from Shaghf…read more I will add that the parking situation is tricky. I recommend trying for the adjacent street parking, first. If street parking on Forest Avenue is not available and the weather isn't adverse, there is plenty of parking available in the adjacent neighborhoods.

Bagel was soft and chewy. Everything was fresh. We had already had our fill of coffee and found a…read moresmall table with self serve water and cups. That was helpful. The staff was wonderful, working through a large line. Patient and friendly. A small shop with a few tables and some bar seating. Bright and airy. Parking was plentiful on the street.

A must try! The passion behind this restaurant is so…read moreobvious in the food, and the service as well. The vibes of the space are casual and chill. The crab omelette has been my absolute favorite dish so far, especially with the spicy sauce they serve with it! Chive dumplings will always make it into my order too, I could probably eat an entire tray of them. They have a perfect texture inside, and super crispy exterior. I was surprised by their avocado toast too. It was perfectly seasoned and the cream cheese addition was perfect. I also looveeeee a thai milk tea, which is usually so sweet it makes my stomach hurt, but theirs was so balanced and had just the right amount of sweetness. No stomachache! They've easily earned a spot on my go tos for a breakfast out.

One of my go-to coffee shops in Portland. Great lattes. Would highly recommend. Also a great spot…read moreto go and read a book or get some work done.

I stopped in here while my friend was running the Portland 10 miler and ordered a maple latte. The…read morelatte was really good and the staff was so friendly that after the race we came back to get her a coffee and eat a snack. My friend ordered the honey lavender latte and the vegan breakfast sandwich. I ordered the avocado toast. Toast was exactly what I wanted from avocado toast! My friend said her sandwich and latte were also good. Would recommend stopping here for a coffee or a snack if you're in this area! The space has plenty of seating as well so even when we came back and wanted to sit and eat, we found a seat pretty quick.

This is a spot my wife and I have driven past many times and had in the back of our minds for a…read moreplace we needed to visit. Looking for a Saturday morning coffee and breakfast sandwich we decided to finally check it out. Parking lot has plenty of spaces. Once inside you will see it is quite small in size, but does have a small amount of seating for those looking to eat/drink there. The menu boards were overwhelming at first but a large majority of it is their lunch sandwich/wrap offerings. I did appreciate the options you can choose from bread wise and other customizations you can make. Drink wise my wife went with The Lavender iced latte and I got the iced Snickerdoodle. Both were extremely flavorful and were well made. Either one and I suspect any of their other drink would be a no brainer to get again. Breakfast wise we each got a sausage, egg, & cheese on a bagel. Which those came out steaming hot and were made well too. Will need to return to give their breakfast burritos a try! Service was friendly and both food an drinks arrived quickly. Also another note on service, when originally ordering they forgot to discount us for a BOGO deal they have going but when I went up to grab the drinks they said they removed one of the drinks to make it right and apologized. This will be a spot my wife and I will return to for both the drinks and food. We did end grabbing 2 of the 3 window seats and do wish it had no painting on the windows so we could watch outside better. It's a space that isn't trying to be over the top or blow your mind with the vibes but they deliver delicious food and good drinks for you with friendly and fast service.

Sandwiches and wraps are so difficult to get right but this spot knows how to make them perfectly…read more Both the wrap and sandwich were filling and flavorful, I honestly was overwhelmed by the amount of options we had to pick from! Every option comes with a side of chips that you get to choose! Also an awesome coffee spot, don't skip that coffee menu!

A very nice place…read more Love the no tip policy here, how rare is that nowadays. Lovely atmosphere, has a kids corner with kids toy and books. Excellent coffee, loved the breakfast sandwich too. Definitely recommend this place!

I have stopped into Double Great Coffee a handful of times before making my way into the office…read more It's very convenient that they open at 6:30! They are a "no-tip" establishment and I'm here for that. And they get bakery items from Standard Baking Co. (also big-time here for that)! I had always seen an extravagent breakfast sandwich on their menu that was priced at like $13, and so I had avoided it. The other day, they were advertising a simpler, lower priced, meat, egg & cheese breakfast sandwich option. It was good, nothing amazing (but I enjoyed the convenience and price point being relatively lower).

First and foremost, for the holidays I love that right at the entrance they have an open shelf with…read morecanned goods and dry food for the community to contribute to or take from. That alone tells you so much about the heart of this place. A daily necessity. The only time I'm ever disappointed is when they sell out of their Banana Bread Latte. I still haven't been able to try it, but I already know it's going to be delicious. My go to order is a regular latte with oat milk and their house made Maine Maple syrup. Their hot drinks are always made at the perfect temperature so you can sip immediately without burning your tongue. And when I want something on the cooler side, I love that they have a nitro cold brew for that extra smooth finish. Despite how busy they always are, their service never wavers. The staff is consistently friendly and efficient. There's plenty of seating-- booths and high tops. Even with the plethora of people working on their laptop, I can almost always find a seat.

Some travel for the food, but we're in it for the coffee. The Bard did not disappoint with its…read moresmooth roast and house syrups. Lattes were the perfect blend of sweet without being overpowering. We ranked Bard as our favorite coffee in Portland and our 2nd favorite among coffee houses we tried in 3 different states on our tour of the upper northeast--not only for the quality of coffee but also for ambiance and service with a smile!

Definitely a standout breakfast sandwich! Tried out Tandem while visiting Portland at the…read morerecommendation 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.

Met with a Saturday Morning Line around 9:30 AM - but would I wait again? In a heartbeat!…read more 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.