There are plenty of coffee shops in Portland. This is one of the things I noticed on my recent trip. We tried several of them and they were good. However, you know what your getting with the Bux. They were close to our hotel within walking distance and in the middle of everything that's going on in Old Port so it was convenient for us to pick up some Joe in the morning or after a meal. Friendly staff, good seating and your typical coffee. Can't go wrong with the Bux !!! Even in Maine when your from Miami.
(4)
Jessica L.
Can't go wrong with Starbucks to caffeinate the body for another long drive road trip! But the question is, is it worth it? Nope, not at all. I can survive without Starbucks overpriced drinks for small sizes. I rather go to Dunkin Donuts but I didn't spot one nearby. Why is a small called a Tall? And a medium called a Grande?
(3)
Jim H.
Writing this while looking at filthy windows inside and out, but with smears from someone's half assed effort at cleaning them. Sticky counters littered with used sugar packets etc. Three employees standing around doing nothing between customers. Looks and feels like a dump. Beyond that, it's a Starbucks.
(1)
Andrew K.
This is a fine Starbucks with not a lot of Tables for seating. The folks who work there were accommodating and the location is perfect for people watching.
(3)
Janel Q.
Best Starbucks I've ever been to! I came here on a trip from my native California and was needing a place to kill some time so I stopped in for a coffee. I was having a really bad day; totally bummed out. I guess the woman at the cash register noticed because she completely cheered me up! She was so sweet and talkative! Even wrote a heart on my cup next to my name! If I ever come back to the east coast, I'm making a special trip here. This girl made my day. :')
(5)
sonia t.
It's a starbucks, you pretty much know what to expect. They do need to clean up more frequently, especially the restroom. And seriously, why is it so cold in there? :(
(3)
Jasmine X.
Bf and I stopped by this Starbucks briefly during our Main trip to caffeinate before we started our long drive back. Typical Starbucks, nothing stand out or particularly problematic about the place... not sure why the reviews were so negative? We got in right as they were closing and were the only ones there. I found service to be quite friendly and efficient.
(3)
Shaun J.
I had to repeat my order three times and they still got it wrong. Ordering a medium roast with a shot of peppermint should not be this hard to do.
(2)
Bruce D.
All of the coffee wonderful with consistent, efficient service. This location deserves a good review. It occupies prime corner real estate and provides commanding views of sidewalk foot traffic and the post office plaza park. On street parking is free until 9 am. Expansive windows and long single seating counter provide a perfect perch for a morning pick me up. There are also three four top tables and a couple of cushioned chairs. Skip them. Seated high on a chair at the counter you'll be like a great caffinated owl, presiding over the comings and goings of the good people of Portland. One would think chain coffee stores are a cookie cutter experience however this one isn't. Somewhow music, location and staff have come together to make this store stand out. Enjoy a consistent cup of coffee without the 'cooler than thou' hipster attitude percolating in a few independent shops.
(4)
Cosmo W.
Nice Starbucks, friendly and fast staff, good coffee in a great location. Plus, it was cold and snowy outside, and this was a nice, warm oasis to spend some time in.
(4)
Sam H.
With Bard coffee right across the street there is little reason to patronize this Starbucks, as the coffee simply doesn't compare. It is also almost more expensive than other local shops. Positives include nice location right on the corner of Exchange street, though this is likely more a benefit of the large corporation backing this coffee shop rather than the individual's performance. Go to Bards. Or Speckled Axe. Or Gorgeous Gelato. Or even Crema.
(2)
Richard J.
Consistent Starbucks. Friendly, efficient and good espresso. 5 shot Americano following a fresh seafood lunch.
(4)
Kassy M.
I'm anti-Starbucks, but this location deserves a good review. When my friend got an undrinkable, disgusting iced coffee right across the street at Bard Coffee, she came here for another one. When she explained to the cashier/barista what had happened, the employee got her a large iced coffee and said that it was complimentary because she felt bad about my friend's negative experience at Bard. Needless to say, my friend was very happy about this and really appreciated the great service. I'm not sure if this kind of thing would ever happen at a NYC Starbucks.
(4)
Ruth M.
Just happy to find an extra cold SBUX on a hot day!
(5)
Coffee L.
Tryn to keep it short and simple. In terms of menu, this place is pretty much like all Starbucks, and staff are super friendly/helpful/patient. Choice of snacks is a li'l limited though. Great location in the heart of cute little downtown, you can see performances on the plaza outside the window. Spacey place with plenty of daylight :) You can even find metered parking with little effort. Guests/patrons are nice/pretty people in general. So what's bad?? 1) The music...it is horrible. I've been to Starbucks in several countries and maybe thousands of locations across dozens of cities. But music here is HORRIBLE. It makes you run out. It's pretty much screaming in different voices, leaves you discomforted and wondering about the future of the world. It is like a gitmo jail in the heart of the cutest surroundings. They don't play the music low either...even if you ask. So you have to brave thru it, as long as you can. 2) The sofas are worn out and looks filthy. There are not many either...just a couple (alws occupied) 3) Not many wall outlets (challenge to find power for lappies) 4) The sitting area is kind of aloof...so if you are going to restroom (or even to the service counter), you are in a serious threat of some punk running away with your iPads or other valuables. On all my visits there, I saw an extremely suspicious conduct-ed old man, who is omnipresent there...thru out the day, and the evenings. He would watch everyone of you, make faces and mouth abuses at you (though in a low voice that you can't figure what he said). If you happened to talk to some fellow guest, or strike a conversation...he would laugh at you like the big daddy. It is so easy to knock him down...but why? Verdict - This place needs a serious relook by the establishment owners.
(2)
George M.
This is one of the *good* Starbucks. The staff are courteous and efficient. The place is pretty clean, though it could be cleaner, which is why only four stars. (They need to zip around and clean the table tops and give the floor a quick sweep more often.) It's in a very good location to do some people watching and having walking access to a key shopping area in Portland. It's also right by the movie theater so it's good for a quick coffee before the movie (especially if you like having to pee before the movie is over), and it's also good for a post-movie discussion. If there are no seats when you walk in, wait a couple of minutes and a table for two or bar seat will open up.
Erick O.
There are plenty of coffee shops in Portland. This is one of the things I noticed on my recent trip. We tried several of them and they were good. However, you know what your getting with the Bux. They were close to our hotel within walking distance and in the middle of everything that's going on in Old Port so it was convenient for us to pick up some Joe in the morning or after a meal. Friendly staff, good seating and your typical coffee. Can't go wrong with the Bux !!! Even in Maine when your from Miami.
(4)Jessica L.
Can't go wrong with Starbucks to caffeinate the body for another long drive road trip! But the question is, is it worth it? Nope, not at all. I can survive without Starbucks overpriced drinks for small sizes. I rather go to Dunkin Donuts but I didn't spot one nearby. Why is a small called a Tall? And a medium called a Grande?
(3)Jim H.
Writing this while looking at filthy windows inside and out, but with smears from someone's half assed effort at cleaning them. Sticky counters littered with used sugar packets etc. Three employees standing around doing nothing between customers. Looks and feels like a dump. Beyond that, it's a Starbucks.
(1)Andrew K.
This is a fine Starbucks with not a lot of Tables for seating. The folks who work there were accommodating and the location is perfect for people watching.
(3)Janel Q.
Best Starbucks I've ever been to! I came here on a trip from my native California and was needing a place to kill some time so I stopped in for a coffee. I was having a really bad day; totally bummed out. I guess the woman at the cash register noticed because she completely cheered me up! She was so sweet and talkative! Even wrote a heart on my cup next to my name! If I ever come back to the east coast, I'm making a special trip here. This girl made my day. :')
(5)sonia t.
It's a starbucks, you pretty much know what to expect. They do need to clean up more frequently, especially the restroom. And seriously, why is it so cold in there? :(
(3)Jasmine X.
Bf and I stopped by this Starbucks briefly during our Main trip to caffeinate before we started our long drive back. Typical Starbucks, nothing stand out or particularly problematic about the place... not sure why the reviews were so negative? We got in right as they were closing and were the only ones there. I found service to be quite friendly and efficient.
(3)Shaun J.
I had to repeat my order three times and they still got it wrong. Ordering a medium roast with a shot of peppermint should not be this hard to do.
(2)Bruce D.
All of the coffee wonderful with consistent, efficient service. This location deserves a good review. It occupies prime corner real estate and provides commanding views of sidewalk foot traffic and the post office plaza park. On street parking is free until 9 am. Expansive windows and long single seating counter provide a perfect perch for a morning pick me up. There are also three four top tables and a couple of cushioned chairs. Skip them. Seated high on a chair at the counter you'll be like a great caffinated owl, presiding over the comings and goings of the good people of Portland. One would think chain coffee stores are a cookie cutter experience however this one isn't. Somewhow music, location and staff have come together to make this store stand out. Enjoy a consistent cup of coffee without the 'cooler than thou' hipster attitude percolating in a few independent shops.
(4)Cosmo W.
Nice Starbucks, friendly and fast staff, good coffee in a great location. Plus, it was cold and snowy outside, and this was a nice, warm oasis to spend some time in.
(4)Sam H.
With Bard coffee right across the street there is little reason to patronize this Starbucks, as the coffee simply doesn't compare. It is also almost more expensive than other local shops. Positives include nice location right on the corner of Exchange street, though this is likely more a benefit of the large corporation backing this coffee shop rather than the individual's performance. Go to Bards. Or Speckled Axe. Or Gorgeous Gelato. Or even Crema.
(2)Richard J.
Consistent Starbucks. Friendly, efficient and good espresso. 5 shot Americano following a fresh seafood lunch.
(4)Kassy M.
I'm anti-Starbucks, but this location deserves a good review. When my friend got an undrinkable, disgusting iced coffee right across the street at Bard Coffee, she came here for another one. When she explained to the cashier/barista what had happened, the employee got her a large iced coffee and said that it was complimentary because she felt bad about my friend's negative experience at Bard. Needless to say, my friend was very happy about this and really appreciated the great service. I'm not sure if this kind of thing would ever happen at a NYC Starbucks.
(4)Ruth M.
Just happy to find an extra cold SBUX on a hot day!
(5)Coffee L.
Tryn to keep it short and simple. In terms of menu, this place is pretty much like all Starbucks, and staff are super friendly/helpful/patient. Choice of snacks is a li'l limited though. Great location in the heart of cute little downtown, you can see performances on the plaza outside the window. Spacey place with plenty of daylight :) You can even find metered parking with little effort. Guests/patrons are nice/pretty people in general. So what's bad?? 1) The music...it is horrible. I've been to Starbucks in several countries and maybe thousands of locations across dozens of cities. But music here is HORRIBLE. It makes you run out. It's pretty much screaming in different voices, leaves you discomforted and wondering about the future of the world. It is like a gitmo jail in the heart of the cutest surroundings. They don't play the music low either...even if you ask. So you have to brave thru it, as long as you can. 2) The sofas are worn out and looks filthy. There are not many either...just a couple (alws occupied) 3) Not many wall outlets (challenge to find power for lappies) 4) The sitting area is kind of aloof...so if you are going to restroom (or even to the service counter), you are in a serious threat of some punk running away with your iPads or other valuables. On all my visits there, I saw an extremely suspicious conduct-ed old man, who is omnipresent there...thru out the day, and the evenings. He would watch everyone of you, make faces and mouth abuses at you (though in a low voice that you can't figure what he said). If you happened to talk to some fellow guest, or strike a conversation...he would laugh at you like the big daddy. It is so easy to knock him down...but why? Verdict - This place needs a serious relook by the establishment owners.
(2)George M.
This is one of the *good* Starbucks. The staff are courteous and efficient. The place is pretty clean, though it could be cleaner, which is why only four stars. (They need to zip around and clean the table tops and give the floor a quick sweep more often.) It's in a very good location to do some people watching and having walking access to a key shopping area in Portland. It's also right by the movie theater so it's good for a quick coffee before the movie (especially if you like having to pee before the movie is over), and it's also good for a post-movie discussion. If there are no seats when you walk in, wait a couple of minutes and a table for two or bar seat will open up.
(4)