Smalls

Gorgeous little cafe with a beautiful aesthetic. The customer service was a little dry but the coffee was fantastic and rich. Went back 3 times. The last visit was the best all around including the service. The barista with shorter hair and cool eye makeup was the friendliest and always kind. Loved it here overall.

cute coffee/wine shop in portland, nestled in a neighborhood by the water. lots of street parking and some outdoor seating. although seating is generally limited the vibes were great, lots of casual conversation and people working from home. definitely stop by to browse their selection too!

Stumbled upon this cute little coffee shop. Not only do they have delicious coffee, they have a small shop inside that sells local products. I found myself in here longer than anticipated just shopping and sipping my coffee. I didn’t have a chance to try the food, but the people in there all had some breakfast sandwiches. If you’re close and in need of a pick me up, stop in.

An excellent place to have a coffee and grab a sandwich. I got the egg sandwich with bacon, which had delicious garlic aioli and fresh arugula. It was vibrant, herby, creamy and delicious. The bread was fantastic. I also thought the cortado was superb.

Great food, great atmosphere, great service - my favorite place I dined at the whole weekend. Our hosts were attentive, insightful, and easy to talk to. The restaurant itself was so cute and full of character, with an incredible selection of snacks and drinks as it's also a store and cafe! Hello?! The oysters were sourced locally (of course) and only $1.50 each! They were both sizeable and flavorful. I was quite pleased. The gem caesar salad was delish, and the marinated warm olives with lemon rind zest were incredible. Our only mistake was not coming during the day when we could've tried some of their baked goods. The hosts were kind enough to let us try one of their earl grey cookies, which cemented the fact that I really goofed up because it was a delightfully yummy snack. Did I mention we saw a rainbow? Yeah, this place rules. Will definitely return when I'm back in the state!

This restaurant is SO cute. I wanted to love it. But the bean toast I ordered was so, so, so small. Like shockingly small. The bean toast was under the category sandwiches, so I thought I was ordering lunch. With tax, I paid $16 for 2 crostinis (not thick, think wedding appetizer size for each piece). I was still hungry and had to go grab food right after. If it's implied that the food at Smalls is small, I didn't know.

The cutest little cafe with small plates and sandwiches. Cozy, low-fi vibe with tables, window seat, bar, and outdoor seating for those beautiful days. No dogs inside, but they keep treats for them at the counter. Bathroom is non-gendered single room.

If I could give a milion stars I would. I've never had such a personnalized, amazing service. Special thanks to the staff of Sept. 8th. The food is also amazing, and so is the store behind the cafe. This was my third time coming during my getaways from Montreal and I recommend to anyone, whether you're a local or visiting.

Great food, great atmosphere, great service - my favorite place I dined at the whole weekend. Our hosts were attentive, insightful, and easy to talk to. The restaurant itself was so cute and full of character, with an incredible selection of snacks and drinks as it's also a store and cafe! Hello?! The oysters were sourced locally (of course) and only $1.50 each! They were both sizeable and flavorful. I was quite pleased. The gem caesar salad was delish, and the marinated warm olives with lemon rind zest were incredible. Our only mistake was not coming during the day when we could've tried some of their baked goods. The hosts were kind enough to let us try one of their earl grey cookies, which cemented the fact that I really goofed up because it was a delightfully yummy snack. Did I mention we saw a rainbow? Yeah, this place rules. Will definitely return when I'm back in the state!

Great little coffee shop in Portland. It has a cool atmosphere and vibe. I really enjoyed the latte I got. I did order a medium and the size was pretty small, but considering the fact that the name of the shop is Smalls, I have no complaints. I would recommend this place for anyone who loves local coffee shops.

What a quaint , queer friendly coffee shop! I truly enjoyed the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of this coffee shop and can't wait to come back!! Not only were the vibes immaculate, but their coffee, tea and sandwiches were to die for! Highly recommend this coffee shop if visiting Portland, Maine (:

I ate the breakfast sandwich and promptly felt sad because everything I ate later in the day would be a disappointment. (And it was.) Everything I've had here is delicious and I can't wait to go back at some point. Again, the bfast sandwich is probably one of the best I've ever had. The cocktails are on point and well crafted. The little store in the back has adorable things, gifts, snacks, wine, and other various items and as well worth a peruse.

Smalls feels fresh out of NYC--almost as if it happened to fall out of the sky and into the West End of Portland. Their operation is very 'business in the front, party in the back', given that they serve up drinks and food near the entrance; wander to the back and you'll find a small market filled with charcuterie-makings amongst other fun and kitschy tchotchkes. I love their gem caesar salad (croutons, jammy egg, anchovy/shallot dressing) and their burrata plate. Much like their menu, the inside is small, so don't count on grabbing a sit-down spot, and plan on a takeout order (perfect to enjoy at a nearby park). A must in Portland!

I have been here a few times, either solo or in a pair. Atmosphere: This place is your classic neighborhood corner cafe. Casual, "locals" aesthetic, cutesy store in the back with home goods, small decor, and cards. I could 100% see myself coming by for mid-day snacks or coffee if I lived around here! Food/Drink: They have great sandwiches and espresso options and offer a slightly bigger menu for afternoon/evening, including $1 oysters every afternoon! A great place to sit at the bar with a glass of wine or a cocktail while enjoying some finger foods. Would not recommend trying to eat a full, hearty meal here. Service: Very friendly locals. Can watch them prepare the food and drinks. Parking: There is some street parking in the area, including a street nearby the Harbor View Memorial Park where there is 2 hour free parking. Reeeeally wish I lived closer to simply walk over. I would strongly recommend stopping this low-key neighborhood shop for a snack and beverage - day or night! I will certainly be back.

Saturday morning, a solid crowd of people placing orders for breakfast. Thankfully, almost all of them were taking the items to go, so we grabbed some stools up front at the counter. Wasn't hungry at all after late night choices the day prior. Settled instead on a slice of Focaccia bread ($4) and an Iced Coffee ($4ish). Bread is fresh and served with a little bit of oil. Coffee is okay, mostly ice so had to pace it with the bread They have an interesting home goods section in the back. Anything from over cream to shampoo; can be expensive. Probably better to come very early before the rush.

Stopped by this adorable neighborhood shop while charging my EV nearby. Cute interior, lovely staff, delish cappuccino, amazing looking food. Wish I had time to dig in. Cute shop in the back.

If I lived specifically within walking distance of Smalls, I can see making this a regular spot! The food and drinks are delicious; it's the perfect anytime-of-day sip and snack spot! The front part (the cafe) is so aesthetically pleasing and welcoming. There's seating at the counter, bar seating with a long mirror behind that, a table in one corner, and bench seating at the window in the other corner. The back has an (overwhelming) amount of artisan crafts, home goods, self care stuff, etc. for purchase as well. The first time I went I tried: 1. the breakfast sandwich (silky egg, garlic and herb feta, tomato mayo, arugula) for $9 (a dollar more than when they first opened). It was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Probably in my top five favorite in Portland! The egg is square and has a nice crust on the outside of the patty, but it's soft and fluffy on the interior. The many different flavors and textures compliment each other, and it's such a unique offering compared to other breakfast sandwiches in the area! 2. the spinach and artichoke vegan sandwich (white beans, kalamata olives, red onion, peppadew cream cheese) for $13. It was okay, but strangely very, very sour. There was also no kalamata olives or red onion on mine, but lots and lots of artichokes and arugula. 3. an iced coffee for $4? $5?. Unfortunately, it was mostly ice. While I enjoyed myself tremendously, Smalls missed the mark for me on a few things: a. the music was so loud that I could barely hear the person I was with. b. some of the staff came off as harried and impatient; some of the staff seemed friendly and engaging. c. the breakfast sandwich is A LOT smaller than you might think (mine was the size of maybe an orange; it was satisfying, but not filling). d. the iced coffees are shockingly small, the smallest I've had anywhere else in Portland (again, satisfying, but I did buy another coffee elsewhere afterwards). I was torn between a Yelp 3 (which means "Okay") and a Yelp 4 (which means "Good") [...again, we really need half stars], but for me it came down to: would I visit again? And, sure, I can see myself coming back for a meeting or a WFM day!

Smalls is a lovely little cafe. I love that they're tucked away in the west end so parking is easy if you don't live in the area and there's a nice park to walk around if you wanna get out. Smalls is a half cafe half store type setup and they have a compact drink menu and a small food menu. I've never eaten here but it's such a nice place to grab a drink with a friend. The folks are super friendly and quick to whip your drink up. With such a small interior, they do manage to fit lots of bodies with bar style seating and cute window corner nooks.

Confused as to what's going on here. Tried going 3 times. zilch. 1st time-- no seats for the three of us. one person taking up the entire left side bench. one person taking up the entire right side bench. multiple single open bar stools...? So we left. 2nd time-- "ran out" of both the oysters and the ingredients for the mocktails we ordered. so we left. 3rd time-- no actual food is served any more? just chips and almonds. so we left. an updated website, or a listed phone number could have avoided at least two of these situations. tried to give them money, tried to like it. after three times though?

Smalls is the best--fall and winter with an oat milk matcha, spring and summer with an iced oat milk matcha. Sets each day with the splendid delight of facing the wild Portland world and the hours spent watching the moon and stars fade off the ocean. The staff are the best, smiles and kind eyes for days, the owner is a mighty kind and lovely human. Be it the fantastic breakfast sandwich or an item for your home, body, or tummy, this is the place to visit if you live near or far. I love this place, and I'm thankful for the heart it has.

Cute spot with good espresso and natural wine, also an entire back space for little gifts. Cappuccino was perfect as was the white bean toast. friendly staff and nice window seats.

The best espresso tonic I have ever had...I'm still thinking about it a day later. The market is adorable, too. Great spot!

Very cute place. Love their coffee and the breakfast sandwich was amazing! The shop at the back is also adorable

What in the $9 for HALF scoop of plain vanilla icecream in a cup gentrification coffee shop is going on here??? Seriously, you should be embarrassed.

I'm so happy we have another cafe to go to on the West End. The cafe is located across the street from the old LB Kitchen west location (RIP). We checked out Smalls this weekend and it did not disappoint. I got a pretty matcha latte ($5) and a breakfast sandwich ($8, +$2 w/ bacon). Both were delicious! The matcha latte was served in an all glass cup and saucer - making it a perfect snapshot for the 'gram. The sando was one of the best bfast sandwiches Portland has to offer. The silky fluffy egg, the crunchy thick bacon, and the soft and yet simultaneously crunchy roll made it *chef's kiss*! On top of the great food/drinks they have a market in the back to check out with cool and unique items like fancy honeys, goober candles, pottery and more.

A couple of friends swung through town on their way up to the Midcoast and we wanted to grab a quick, light bite--and unfortunately it was a Tuesday and what I call the Awkward Hour, 3:30-ish, when the majority of coffee shops have closed and other restaurants are having their day off too. We wanted a light bite and nothing touristy, and then I remembered Smalls, which I'd driven by multiple times. We're so glad we stopped in! No awkward hour here: there's a small menu of snacks and salads and sandwiches, which was perfect. Two of us had the spinach and artichoke sandwich, which came with a zingy white bean spread, olives and red onions, and peppadew cream cheese (hence the zing). The other person in the party had a delicious tartine with ricotta, berries, pistachios, and a nice little drizzle of honey. We were lucky and snagged the choice table right in the window. What I like about this place is the all-day café notion--common in European cities and sadly so much less so here in the states. They're open 7 days from 8 in the morning until 8 at night, and you can have coffee drinks or wine or cocktails, which I love! Delighted to have found a place I'll definitely be putting into my regular rotation.

This place is so delightful and unique! It's a hole in the wall coffee shop on the outside, but inside you'll find a surprisingly sophisticated coffee and food menu. In the back of Smalls is a colorful little market with unique housewares, teas, and adorable gift ideas. The counter and shop have a retro vibe. Definitely not your average coffee shop! The Caesar salad was one of the best I've ever ordered, and the barista was very friendly and happy to be there. I plan to come again next time I visit Portland.

This place was an awesome spot! The breakfast sandwich was amazing! I have no idea how they got the "silky egg" so smooth! I also got it with bacon to make it that much better! Chai latte was great as well! This would've a go to spot for me if I lived in the area! Also, the little boutique shop in the back was wonderful! Such quality products!

This place is a breath of fresh air. I've only gotten takeout, but the ricotta tartine is divine. The broccoli rabe sando is amazing, and the chai is reliably delicious and actually tastes like chai and not milk like other places. I like the market selection so I could walk around and look at things while I wait. Modern interior with hip packaged goods.

Finally got myself over to Smalls today around 11:30. Yes, there was a bit of a line and yes, this is a small place, but the minute we walked in a table opened up, which I figured was a good sign. We waited awhile at the counter to order, but the 3-4 servers were super friendly and welcoming. We ordered an iced chai, a drip coffee, an open face toast topped with whipped ricotta, orange rind, pear, hazelnuts and honey, AND a small plat of burrata, red pepper jelly, proscuitto and greens. Honestly, the coffee was smooth and excellent and the food was very very good and worth checking out. Kind of pricey, but this is true no matter where I end up lately!

Love, love, love Smalls! We're always amazed by what comes out of their tiny kitchen. Everything is so tasty and the space is well designed and comfortable. The staff is friendly and attentive. And the adjacent shop is a great place to pick up unique items and gifts.

Super cute shop in the back of the cafe. Really friendly staff. The egg on the breakfast sandwich was so fluffy, really delicious overall. They also had an amazing lemon curd croissant. Loved hanging out there.

This place is a true gem. If you sit in the front window, it has views of Casco bay. The food is delicious and we walked out with some treats from the store as well. Candles made in Maine. Sweet Enamel bowls. Not to mention a four pack of peach, ginger craft wheat beer!!

Drinks were fabulous, staff is amazing! Watched them make the food with such love, it's a very cool spot!

I've been really excited to try Smalls, and they absolutely nail the ambiance and selection of crafty goods/groceries in their shop. Despite this, they charged almost $9 for a dirty chai latte that came in a cup smaller than my palm. Prices are rising everywhere, but this is pretty unacceptable. I wanted to make this spot a go-to, but there's plenty of other great coffee shops in the area who don't charge exorbitantly.

10/10 would reccomend for a bite to eat in Portland Maine - the place is enchanting and brings feminine cool energy. The ceasar salad was a delight and loved the anchovies on top. Went with my mom and we are excited to find ourselves back here again one day to try more of their delish cafe food.

The absolute worst and smallest 4 dollar coffee I've ever had. Will update this after I've had a chance to try their food and evening fare, but boy if you like coffee, in Portland Maine there are way better choices than this.

Beautiful cafe that can actually brew and serve a cup of coffee unlike other nearby cafes in the west end. However the coffee is on the pricy side. It is also a cool market selling a range of pantry, home goods, and other random, but well curated items. As a whole it's a well considered concept cafe/market that actually cares about designing an experience/ambiance/vibe/aesthetic, unlike most places in Portland that seem to be designed by a Salvation Army intern. Just wish the coffee wasn't so expensive though.

Was very excited to try this spot after seeing it on a few recommendation lists. But as soon as we walked through the door, the person behind the register (pretty sure it was the owner) made us feel very uncomfortable and was very unwelcoming. It's a small space and you hit the register right as soon as you walk through the door and is a little awkward. The person did not smile or welcome us or even acknowledge us really. Being our first time, I did not know what I wanted and couldn't find the menu to look at and felt like I was being rushed to get my order in and move on. Also between the music and the large group of people squeezed into the corner talking loudly, I could barely think. It almost felt like they didn't want us there and was really awkward. Based on some other reviews it seems like this isn't the first time. Really wanted to like this place but unfortunately the experience was ruined by them. Good latte but small for how much it was. Wish we had gotten the friendly barista!

Do not recommend coming here. The owner was very dismissive and condescending when asking a simple question regarding the menu. There's little to no place to sit and coffee was gross.

A recommended we check out Smalls when we were in town. It was so good we went twice.

The place is cute and the food is delicious. However, the portions are teeny tiny, especially the wine by the glass. My glass of rosé was about 3, 3 and a half ounces tops, and while the woman behind the counter said the pour was five ounces, she definitely did not know how to measure it when I asked for a second glass (I wanted to make sure it wasn't my false assumption). It's a very cute spot for sure, but there's a level of cluelessness regarding the presentation and offering of a lot of things there.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! It's a great place to grab a coffee to go or sit at the counter. Today, I had their grilled cheese and it was to die for!! Dijon and onion-bacon jam, toasted perfectly. They also have a little shop with the coolest things! Everyone is so nice.

I love that we have another little cafe in the West End. The decor is A+ and the attention to detail on the interior is really impressive. It's pretty expensive, but everything I've had has been delicious even though portions are pretty small. I wish there was a little more space for seating inside as it can get really crowded really fast.

small portions, good food and kind people. would i go again? yes, yes i would. is the entrance and ordering area awkward, yes yes it is. very cute interior.