40 Best Cafes near South Portland

“Thank you for being one of the only places in town with healthy and vegan options � the amazing taste is a bonus“

“Outstanding fare; courteous, professional staff; charming atmosphere; a must—highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great good and amazing prices can't beat it“

“I had so much fun tonight attending the Unicorn cupcake class!! The instructor was so informative, fun, and easy to learn from. Thank you and I will definitely be back!!“

“I went to this store for the first time of tuesday afternoon this week. I'm not from the area and had gotten lost. My phone was not charged so I didn't have a GPS to help me find my way to where I was going. I'm a single mom and I was getting worried. A gentleman there by the name of James saw how worried I was and asked what was wrong. I explained my situation. Even though he was busy he took the time and actually wrote down every turn or exit I needed to take, he literally wrote step by step what I had to do to get me and my young children home safely. I can't even begin to express how much this meant to me, because of his kindness we made it home safe. It's workers like James that make businesses great. This store is lucky to have someone who not only does his job but goes beyond that and helps others without regard of being recognized.“

“Huge location. Incredibly spacious inside. Multiple kiosks for ordering. Definitely plenty of space to dine and order at your convenience. Coffee station is a nice touch to the layout right by the entrance. Loved my french onion soup and chipotle chicken avo melt. I even got a $4.19 chocolate croissant for free 😊“

“Higher Grounds is the coolest store ever. My husband and I stopped in twice during our Portland stay from out of town. We bought a variety of THC products and found the prices reasonable and quality to be exceptional. It’s a calm and ambiant place free from judgement. Everyone we spoke to was super kind and helpful!“

“This is a great little spot for breakfast, lunch, coffee, cocktails. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the service was stellar“

“Finally got to check this place out over Father's Day weekend. Fantastic! Highly recommended!“

“LB Kitchen has an incredible selection of healthy things, including delicious breakfast items and excellent coffee.“

“Extremely laid-back, low-key homegrown atmosphere. You can sit in the cafe, which is a living room converted, and look out at one of the most incredible ocean views on this side of the country, while enjoying naked pine wood interior, kind workers, delicious treats and sandwiches, lemonade, coffee, and tea. I am so used to the hustle and hustle of being in a big city, that the hospitality and intimacy of this place overwhelmed me.“

“Lobstah Roll a must have and gluten free snack bars yummy“

“Great food and friendly service! Love this place“

“Top marks for our server who took extra care with our order, separating the soup and salad for sharing. The crab cakes were amazing! We ordered wine which was clearly chosen based on the taste and an easy pairing with menu items. The restaurant sits just outside the hotel allowing guests to enjoy a quiet spot in the city and the lovely outdoors.“

“Wonderful coffee the best in town plus food is exceptional!“

“They have delicious breakfast burritos and breakfast bowls. Great customer service, friendly and smiling! I can't wait to try their lunch! Thank you Cote's!“

“My husband and I traveled from the Ellworth Maine area to both build terrariums and look for a plant that has been on my bucket list for some time. This place did not dissapoint even remotely! We built 2 amazing terrariums without any knowledge about them going into it and came home with a Thai constellation Monstera and a baby pitcher plant! It was one of the most fun and grounding expierences of my life. All of the staff and the owner were so helpful, knowledgeable and passionate about it all! I wish I lived closer as I would frequent this place often just for the people and atmosphere alone! Words can describe how special of a place they have and I hope to see it continue to thrive for years to come. I have a mobility disability and getting around many places in a wheelchair can be a challenge but their set up makes it easy to get around and the staff are so ready and willing to assist in all of the things. If accessibility is a concern for you dont let it be! I want to give a big heartfelt thank you to the staff and owner for this amazing expierence (and a thank you for the happy birthday note in my monstera ❤️).“

“Josh is a 2 time award winning coffee whisperer. Also there’s an iced malt coffee you need“

“Best martinis in Portland! It’s a must try if you’re in town. Chocolate salted caramel is my fav 🤤 but, you must ask for Miriam, she’ll take care of you!“

“Good England muffins with peanut butter“

“Great latte and wonderful owner and friendly staff. ☕️☕️☕️☕️“

“These things are absurdly good. I kept taking “just one more” until suddenly I was conducting a very serious investigation into how many donuts a responsible adult can eat before it reaches intervention status.

Fun flavors, fresh to order. Best donuts in Portland!“

“My husband, MIL, and myself were visiting Maine all the way from NC and came here TWICE during our visit. First was brunch, then dinner. Both meals were exceptional. Our waitress(I wish I could remember her name, but she has long, red hair), gave the best service I have ever experienced in my life! This will definitely be a spot we must visit everytime we come up ❤️“

“While Portland, as a whole, hates making money on the weekend breakfast crowd. PMA Cafe came in clutch. They actually serve food. Like, I get that some people consider coffee to be a meal, some of us actually need food to be able to function. PMA Cafe, while the prices are a tad bit higher than what im used to paying, had excellent food and an attentive server.“

“We went here a couple times when we were visiting OOB, and it was so delicious! Will come back next time.“

“Great place for a nice light breakfast“

“10/10, I recommend this place! Such a cozy atmosphere, great food and great service! I had the smashed burger and a canalized pineapple margarita--they know good food!

I will be coming back to try everything else in their menu!

Thank you for the memories!“

“😍ok every thing i first it“

“Stopped in looking for a souvenir I could fly with and walked out with some goodies. As a bonus they had delicious vegan cookies which I got for myself! The person I spoke with was super helpful and kind and not at all judgy about my excitement about tinned fish! They went above and beyond with helpful information and advice.“

“delicious bagels. nice people.“

“Awesome bubble tea shop that stands out from the other spots in Portland because of its innovative menu items named after and inspired by the ocean. The zephyr with osmanthus and brown sugar was incredible. The mushroom latte was also outstanding as a caffeine-free option. The space is also really comfortable with abundant seating and charming touches like a bookshelf and board games.“

“What a nice place to have a coffee, pastry and conversation! I've been here several times and have enjoyed each visit. I really like the atmosphere. They have lots of indoor and out-door seating and the vibe feels really comfortable. Of course, the coffee and desserts are delish!“

“The DCNA is a beautiful organization where neighbors get together and make things HAPPEN. Deering Center Porchfest Portland, ME is my favorite time of the year thanks to the DCNA. Join us!“

“the blueberry latte is my favorite, but the people who work here are so great too!“

“We visited the Roots Cafe last June. Everything was such a great memory. We are from Atlanta, GA and Roots Cafe is one of the best cafe’s we have ever visited. You won’t be disappointed. Just want one down in Sandy Springs, GA. Hope to see you all again in our travels. Thanks for the memories. Won’t forget the great specialty coffee and bakery goods and service. ❤️ D & B. LaFrance Sandy Springs, GA“

“Best place to eat on Peaks Island. This is the only restaurant on Peaks that is not a tourist trap.“

“Such a fun and relaxing experience. I highly recommend!!!“

“Best place for breakfast in OOB. Great food, friendly staff, off-street parking available. Outdoor seating.“

“What a cute Cafe! Food and drinks were great! Locally owned and another business named after their dog, you can't go wrong there! 🐶“

“WONDERFUL staff. Genuinely some of the kindest bunches of people I've met in service industry. Honestly the food was delicious but the cinnamon rolls are with a hard glaze, not what I expected. Atmosphere was pretty nice although when we went, ICE was outside the strip mall, and its not necessarily Panera's fault but it made the atmosphere very uncomfortable.“