The Proper Cup

The Proper Cup

500 Forest Ave, Portland, ME

★★★★★4.8(294 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This Portland gem excels at creative espresso drinks like their signature maple latte with smoked sea salt, crafted by a genuinely friendly team that's happy to riff on your requests. The vibe is cozy and inviting—part hangout spot, part serious coffee destination—with excellent breakfast sandwiches and a warm atmosphere that makes it ideal for lingering with friends or settling in for work, though fair warning that their hours are shorter than you might hope and specialty milk options can add up in price.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

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Google Reviews

Sarah Daigle
★★★★2 months ago

Welcoming atmosphere, kind employees, tasty coffee. Plenty of seating, Wi-Fi, clean bathroom. I didn't have anything to eat, but it looks like they had some great options. I'm not used to being in the city (just visiting), so the only downside in my eyes is that there isn't a…

Kat Libby
★★★★4 months ago

I love the lattes, but they're not great at communicating online when they are unexpectedly closed. I've showed up at 7am more than once and theres a sign on the door, but no post on IG/FB or their website. The only reason I give 4 instead of 5 stars! Otherwise they are…

Brian Liberty
★★★★★5 months ago

Wonderful environment and great staff. Very friendly and willing to make a special request that wasn't on the menu. Breakfast sandwich with sausage was excellent and my Vanilla Breve Latte was perfect. I had never been here before and just happened past. Best random stop…

Naya Leite
★★★★★9 months ago

I enjoyed a maple latte topped with smoked sea salt, and it was absolutely delicious.

Bryndan Thomas
★★★★★a year ago

Nice coffee shop with cool decor inside - feels like a hangout spot. I gave a lucky duck to the cashier and in response, glee and cheer. The location gives me a reason to knock off a couple stars on atmosphere. The business is very unlike most of the buildings, outside seating…

Joan Barker
★★★★2 years ago

Chill place to get work done and they serve a great drip coffee. Cons are that the hours are short and also the espresso drinks are pretty pricey - especially if you need a milk substitute. Overall a good vibe, though.

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