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.

Great food, cocktails and service. I don't think people have found this place yet but they should.read more

Took my mom here while she visits Portland, and we were pleasantly surprised to learn they were…read moreparticipating in Restaurant Week! We shared the street fries to start (YUM) and I opted for the French onion soup as my starter. We then each had a fish dish, the haddock almondine and stuffed salmon, and we ate in silence because that's how delish they both were. Finally we had the chocolate lava cake which was just okay, but that's fine because we were so full from the rest of our meal! The staff is incredibly friendly, and though the space is small it wasn't too loud or cramped. And the igloos outside looked so cool - would definitely be worth visiting on a snowy day!

3/19/26 There is absolutely nothing wrong with this place…read more The waitresses hustle, are solicitous and attentive. The place was packed on a Thursday morning and it was a fun place to be. The food is very fine, with huge portions, and plenty leftover for another meal. Parking is ample. You must call ahead for a reservation. Were this 20 minutes closer, we'd probably be there every morning!

We thankfully got in, without a reservation, by sitting at the bar. The staff was friendly, and…read moreengaged. The service was prompt, by all standards. I think that the food was good, but nothing that I ate really had me extremely excited. It seems like a family friendly business. If you're a group of 3+, you should try to make a reservation or you'll be likely waiting for a while.

Home of all your favorite Breakfast and Brunch standards, made with fresh ingrediants. The daily…read morespecials are designed for the more adventrurous eater, and are always delicious. I highly reccomend the house made soups on any day. Corned Beef hash is house made. They do not make their own Breakfast sausage, but it is of high quality. House made Hollandaise sauce is a winner.

A friend and I met here for breakfast on a Sunday at 9am. It wasn't busy at all, which was…read moresurprising for any breakfast place in Maine. There was plenty of parking for us in the private lot to the right of the building. We were greeted and seated within seconds of walking through the door. There's a lot of sun exposure, for the window seats, choose wisely. LOL Our server Logan was great. He was friendly and personable. We asked him about the "weird" item on the menu and he agreed, he didn't understand it and has only seen one person order it. If you are curious about what I'm referring to, you will have to see for yourself. Unfortunately, no one in the restaurant had it, as I was curious to see what it looked like and why they ordered it. My friend ordered the classic eggs benedict that comes with homefries. I order THE Pancake with blueberries and a side of DELICIOUS bacon. Everything looked great and was presented nicely. My friend said her dish lacked some flavor, however, it was helped by the salt and pepper on the table. My pancake was gigantic - literally bigger than the plate it was served on. It was a heavy pancake - and it was thick. It was ok - definitely recommend the real maple syrup, even though it's an extra cost. I ate half of the pancake. I prefer fluffy buttermilk pancakes, this was more "bready". It was ok enough, where I wanted to bring the leftovers home. It's convenient, it's local, service is excellent! I would certainly return if I have time and am in the area in the future.

We needed calmer respite from the crowded Portland downtown, and this place could not be more…read moreperfect for our family. The food was delicious, with some interesting options (breakfast pizza, Thai chili chicken salad, etc.) alongside some Greek and pizza classics. The real star here though is the service - the owners could not be more welcoming and friendly. Wish we lived closer so we could be regulars!

Excellent, very friendly service, above and beyond in my opinion…read more The atmosphere is comfortable and the building itself is mucher bigger inside than it appears outside. There's also a full bar in the back. I had a small greek pizza, and a side of spanakopita, and it's all homemade. Very delicious, very satisfying, I'd definitely return again.

The Baker's bench is always fresh with outs of options. Very attentive and helpful staff waiting to…read moreserve patrons. The ambiance is a functioning bakery providing goods many of us are looking to try.

If you have never been here, you have to go here and get a breakfast sandwich. They sell the best…read morebacon egg and cheese croissant that I've ever had by your entire life. I never get tired of them. They're always delicious. They also sell lots of yummy pastries. The service is good. I do wish they had more parking, but that's just because I have to drive there.

BLUF: This is a gluten free place, not vegan. They have great options for everyone, and a great…read morevibe with lots of parking. I parked behind Roots and realized it's a super cute place as I walked up. It shares the building with Green Tree Ministries. They might be one in the same? But they are definitely related. I walked in and saw all these books on shelves, and upon closer inspection, there was little cards in the shape of business cards that were for the taking. Each with a different Christian saying or a verse from the Bible. There was something for everyone. This wall of books goes between Roots Cafe and Green Tree Ministries... so I suspect. Well, I did grab a book ("Why Business Matters to God" by Jeff Van Duzer) and a iced Sugar Plum Latte (latte with a lovely purple blackberry vanilla foam). And I also got some chicken meatballs that were yummy and warm. The service was super nice. I thought the barista was so well hidden back there, though, I prefer when you can see the barista crafting beverages, I just find it neat. But that's okay, the ambiance of the place is warm. There is a huge meeting table, there is two different bar areas to sit, there's a couch corner, and tables. It's winter so I didn't see the outdoor seating, but I am sure it's neat. Food was good, coffee was great, service was kind, bathroom was super clean, parking was easy. I mean what's not to like? I LOVE that it's Christian. I felt so included and loved. I enjoyed the ambiance and the people around me. Some reading bibles and doing study, others just enjoying the good food. I also had a brownie that was quiet tasty.

I wanted to love this place as it's a Christian based cafe. I was very disappointed to find they…read moredon't have much of anything for vegans. I tried the avocado toast only to discover that it was covered in butter after I specifically told them I had an allergy. My daughter said that the crepe she had was okay. I found the coffee to be very blah. The DF milks don't blend well (don't have this issue anywhere else). The positives - the building is beautiful. Staff is very nice. I love all the books and stuff. There's a lot of potential but I will only be back to visit the book store sadly until they make some major improvements. They should take some notes from other bakeries like Wild Oats in Brunswick!!

When I eat at a hotel restaurant, I usually don't have high expectations. City Farmhouse defied my…read moreexpectations. The food was so flavorful, quickly prepared, and very creative with its presentation. Local sourcing and very high-quality ingredients. The service was on point, the ambiance was warm and relaxing, and the value was more than reasonable. The same meal in Portland would have easily cost forty percent more. I wish I had taken pictures of the meal, but I was tired and hungry and just forgot. My burger and fries were spot on. The fries stayed crispy from the beginning to the end. The burger meat was fresh and very tasty. The dessert was next level, and I did get a picture before eating it, lol. Whether you stay at the hotel or not, City Farmhouse is always an excellent choice.

This was my first time at City Farmhouse and we had a very disappointing experience. Three friends…read morehad lunch which was mediocre. The lunch menu appeared interesting however it took so long to get our food and when it finally was served several items that supposedly came with the meal were "unavailable". Since we were the only people in the restaurant we could not understand why it took forever to get our food. Each of us was disappointed when it did come. My fish sandwich had very little fish in it and what there was was strangely "rubbery". What would normally be an hour's lunch took two hours by the time we got our food and ate. We could not understand what was going on in the kitchen. Our server was pleasant but it did not make up for the overall experience. Will not return.

The BEST sea salt latte I've ever had. The service here is phenomenal, pastries are amazing. My fav…read morecoffee in downtown Portland in general! Beautiful interior and lots of seating- even a fire place!

This place is so cute!! First time trying it while visiting my brother in Portland…read more He got the Salt Yard signature latte with caramel which was EXTREMELY sweet.... Not for me but if you like caramel it might be worth a try. I got the honey lavender latte which was okay - honestly tasted mostly like milk and lavender. My mom got the matcha latte which I thought was nice. Overall, this is a cute spot and the vibes are amazing!! Prob won't be back for the coffee but maybe I'd try the food next time.

For a very reasonable price, my friend and I got STACKS of food (I hope you enjoyed my dad joke,…read morebecause I sure didn't). Service was excellent, restaurant is cheerful and bustling, and the food was classic diner fare (ALA bursting with flavor and nostalgia). Love it! Can't wait to come back!

Stacks is one of our go-to diners for breakfast/brunch. Their pancakes and french toast is pretty…read morestandard and reliable. My kids enjoy the things they get pretty much everywhere - pancakes, eggs, grilled cheese, chicken fingers, fries. Service is friendly and fairly quick. There are a couple things on the menu that I've been especially impressed with and they feel sort of hidden since pancakes are given such primacy on the menu and signage. The fried filet of sole is delicious. The fish is fresh, well seasoned, and perfectly cooked. Even my son loves it! The fried chicken is incredible - perhaps the best in the area. Perfectly cooked, tender, and juicy. The coating is flavorful and crunchy without eclipsing the meat. I have had it a couple times as the chicken and waffle combo and it does not disappoint. However, today it was served with honey drizzled all over and I did not like that. It made it too sweet and too messy. Syrup would have been better, and I'd rather have dressed it myself. So I'd order it without the honey. I feel like it wasn't served to me like that previously. Weird. There are some good omelets on the menu but they're three egg omelets. My tummy just isn't big enough for three eggs, I'm afraid. So I tend to avoid getting the omelets.