While waiting for a spot at a local diner to become available, I came across a minimalistic looking coffee spot just around the corner. Don’t be fooled. The coffee they brew here, especially the pour over, has complex notes and ridiculously delicious. One of the coffees we tried tasted almost like tea, yet still undeniably coffee in almost every other sense. If you have time, and looking for some great quality coffee, this place won’t disappoint. Highly recommend!
Coffee doesn’t get any better than this petite establishment in Portland. Even a simple shot of espresso is served in handmade pottery on a wooden plank with a dainty spoon and a glass of sparkling water. The flavor of the wood roasted beans shines through every delicious sip. Attention to detail is exquisite. A must stop for any serious coffee aficionado.
Literally the best breakfast sandwiches we've ever had! Their apple and maple scone was delicious as well! They had wonderful customer service, we will definitely be back again!
Great coffee and pastries!
Got the maple cappuccino and brown butter blueberry muffin. Absolutely delicious.
Had a great iced coffee! My husband LOVED their coffee. It was strong fruity & refreshing! A great spot for a take away coffee. They don't have really any food options (other than a handful limited pastries in the case).
The Tower Shot had me feeling like I could run a marathon on no sleep- add some whole milk & simple syrup and it’s the perfect drink for tired travelers. Support this local shop ❤️
Spent this last weekend drinking coffee in almost every coffee shop around Portland & Speckled Ax was ABSOLUTELY the best that I had. The shop is beautiful and simply decorated. The menu is not extravagant, it simply highlights the delicious coffee. The maple latte is spectacular, as is the cortado. The two baristas I interacted with were the sweetest. Would definitely come back & if I lived in the area, I’d be a regular at that nice high top counter.
Speckled Ax is my #1 coffee shop in Portland, ME. I've hit all the popular local coffee shops and their Maple Latte is hands down my favorite coffee drink to get in the area. The ambiance is great. I love the small shop on Congress. Once this pandemic is over and we can all enjoy our favorite local spots again, I'll be back at Speckled Ax for a relaxing visit. You won't be disappointed.
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