Arabica Coffee
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Arabica Coffee

2 Free St, Portland, ME

★★★★4.4(477 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This Portland gem strikes that rare balance between a serious espresso bar and a genuinely welcoming hangout spot, where you can linger over a meticulously poured flat white or their standout blueberry pancake latte in a cozy, funky atmosphere that feels lived-in rather than polished. The small, intimate space and attentive service make it ideal for both solo coffee contemplation and meeting a friend, though you'll want to arrive when the team is energized—they're at their best when the vibe is buzzing. If you appreciate thoughtful coffee craft paired with genuine warmth, this is the kind of local spot worth seeking out.

What to expect

Traditional drinksSlow sitPour overMeetingsCold brewEspresso focused

Google Reviews

SWH
★★★★★7 months ago

The atmosphere is warm and cozy, the kind of place you can settle into and actually relax. The drinks are excellent, but what made it even better was the service. On Friday afternoon, the girl working was so kind and incredibly helpful. She took the time to explain the drinks and made sure I left with exactly what I wanted. Great coffee, great vibe, and wonderful people. Highly recommend!

Jennifer Fehr
★★★★★9 months ago

Arabica Coffee in Portland has a fun, funky vibe that immediately sets it apart. The service was excellent—friendly and attentive—and my flat white was perfectly made, smooth and flavorful. Great location too, making it an easy stop whether you’re exploring the area or just in need of a coffee break. Highly recommend!

M H
★★★★★9 months ago

Coffee was lackluster and I even had straight cold brew. No greeting, and staff looked like they would rather be anywhere else than here (2 young ladies). Service was fast so 3 stars. Definitely least favorite of the 6 different coffee shops we visited during our stay. Skip it and head to Bard or Tandem.

Isabelle Artes
★★★★★a year ago

Excellent all around! Their blueberry pancake latte is one of the best I’ve had and their blueberry muffin was tasty. Will come back when I’m back in town

TinaEh VangLee
★★★★★3 years ago

Coffee was great. The green tea they give is a VERY generous amount. Coffee got us warmed up from the cold. Seating is a bit tight but will fit 3-4 people comfortably. The aesthetics of the place is peaceful but if you are looking for a "quiet" place to work or study, it's not here. You can get snacks here. We didn't try the snacks or hot foods here but they looked delicious! A great place to stop by if you're walking around the area and need to rest for a bit!

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