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Coffee ME Up

4.8Google rating(794 reviews)
Coffee ME Up

Known For

Worn-in vintage details that make every visit feel like a return

Coffee ME Up layers vintage interior touches over exposed brick to create a space that feels like it's been part of Portland's coffee culture for decades — whether or not that's true, the local favorite status is entirely earned. It photographs beautifully in a cozy, unstyled way.

🕐Best time to visit: Early winter mornings when the steam from your cup actually shows

221 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA

Our Take

Coffee ME Up layers exposed brick, vintage details, and a genuinely cozy atmosphere into a café that locals have clearly claimed as their own — nearly 800 reviews at 4.8 stars is a trust signal that's hard to ignore. This is the kind of neighborhood coffee spot that quietly becomes essential, and it scores accordingly.

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Downtown

221 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA

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