Speckled Ax

567 Congress St, Portland
(207) 660-3333

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CINTHIA CORREA

This was the best coffee we had in Portland! The staff was amazing as well, very warm and welcoming.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ādia Montagna

I've been a regular here for years. Their specialty may not be aesthetic presentation or standout customer service, but it's the *quality* that shines. Their roasts are so fabulous and flavorful — an exquisite delight for those seeking a gastronomical standout among the coffee places in Portland.

✅ Roasts their own beans
✅ Makes their own flavor syrups (and has unusual, interesting seasonal flavors)
✅ Quieter than other spots

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

Mark Pezzimenti

The pour over coffee is some of the best coffee I've ever had, and the staff were very nice. I wish I was a local and could come by more often.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rachel

Delicious coffee and friendly service! But no matcha 😓

Sha Nix (Shã)

Typically, I purchased a bag of coffee when I try out a new coffee café. This time I decided to gift it because the staff was so rude. I asked for more liquid sugar and my tea. She looked at me like I asked her for her right arm Port as little as possible into my cup close the lid and walked away didn’t ask me if it was enough, didn’t say you’re welcome when I said thank you just turned around and walked away. The cookie I purchased was a chocolate chip cookie with sea salt. I did not taste a lick of chocolate in the cookie and my friend got a brown sugar cookie that just taste like sweetened baked flour. Aside from the poor service the food wasn’t good either. I don’t see a point in Ever returning. Would’ve considered returning at the customer service bin Good but it was worse than the taste of the beverage and cookie that I purchased.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

Brandon Macedo

Really great coffee, the sweet corn latte was delicious- highly recommend if you’re looking for great local coffee. The shop itself is a bit small/could be a bit nicer but overall really great quality and experience.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

ayse karaaslan

Absolutely worst attitudes from baristas. I’ve given this coffee shop two chances at different locations, and both times my husband and I left with a bad vibe. The baristas come across as condescending and unwelcoming, especially when I order a pour over. If it’s such a burden to make, then maybe don’t put it on the menu. On top of that, I even reached out to the business privately to share my concerns before posting publicly, but they didn’t seem to care. If you’re looking for a place to ruin your mood rather than enjoy your coffee, this is it.

Kane B

Price. $5.50 plus a dollar tip for a 12oz latte. Instant regret. Was tempted to ask for refund.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Randall Henriksen

Barista was very focused on the job of pulling good shots and crafting excellent espresso drinks. Excellent cortado with smoky undertones. Will definitely return on my next Portland visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

5thcolortravels

Amazing croissants

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jon Enberg

Never seen or tasted anything like the tower coffee shot. Takes 24hrs to percolate. So strong it almost tastes like booze. Incredible.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bobbe Wright

The best coffee spot on this visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Thomas

Serving some legit espresso. Great service, fast
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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cho

Came in here at the very start of summer (June 12ish) for a post high school graduation girls trip from boston to get my iced chai fix and I couldn’t have been more satisfied. Had a great chat with the two baristas about the history of the cafe. The two baristas Rachel and Rob were simply the sweetest and silliest duo. Came in a second time on my three day trip just for another chai and their names cause it was all so lovely! Thanks again to Rob and Rachel for a comforting conversation in a new city!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric Barth

Delicious specially pour over. Yummy espresso drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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