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Elements Books Coffee Beer
265 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005, United States
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Elements Books Coffee Beer
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Vl
Review №1

I love this place. Friendly atmosphere, great coffee, amazing beagles. Just great all around. I love having my business meetings here, or just stopping by and enjoying a good cup of coffee on my own!

Le
Review №2

Elements has been a longtime favorite place for coffees and bagels. They have vegan and gluten-free options.It’s bright and inviting with the natural lighting, the music station is always nice and never too loud.There’s bookshelves along every wall, with a wide selection to read from, and to purchase to take home if you’d like.The staff are friendly, patient, prompt, and are happy to provide suggestions.The pricing is adequate and fair, I like the option to leave either a cash or electronic tip as I nearly always forget to bring cash. Lol!

Aa
Review №3

Wonderful place. Great idea well executed

Ro
Review №4

Great vibes. Tremendous Coffee I cant seem to stop myself coming back week after week. Their chocolate croissants are amazing and sell out quickly on the weekends, so go early!

Fr
Review №5

Excellent coffee, hot chocolate and great customer service. Love the atmosphere.

Ka
Review №6

This is my favorite place in Biddeford. It’s so cozy, friendly, and delicious. Great books selection, too.

Je
Review №7

A fantastic place to either sip and browse through a rather quirky and intriguing selection of books, as you sip a pretty great coffee, or, should you be so inclined, some craft beer. Outdoor seating is lovely as well.

Cl
Review №8

Nice collection of culinary arts books. Good coffee too

Na
Review №9

Superb service (ask for Emily)! Delicious coffee and great book selection

Li
Review №10

Love this place! A wonderful bookstore with a nice eclectic selection of books and a nice coffee shop to go with it.

Si
Review №11

Cute little coffee shop/book store. Great prices and a huge selection of books.

Al
Review №12

I love it here...get a coffee and a book..or get a beer and a few books! Great staff too...

Ra
Review №13

The place is awesome, nice menu and best chai in the area. Their restroom is single user only, and for the size of the facility, it creates a constant queue. Would receive a 5 stars rating otherwise.

Li
Review №14

The best little coffee shop ever! The friendliest staff, cutest selections of goodies and books, always clean, a lively atmosphere and it’s a VERY nice place to settle down to study or do work, or to just have a beverage for the day!

Sh
Review №15

Nice people. Easy going vibe. Good coffee and conversations. Great live music from Jenna and Anne of the #RedMavens

De
Review №16

So glad theyre here. Still. Everything is safe and well organized. Mocha was amazing. My sister recommends the granola bar. And books!

Pr
Review №17

Got the peach habanero jam with whipped cream cheese and crackers, very tasty! Jam was sweet (peach) with a little bite (habanero) and the whipped cream cheese was smooth and flavorful. My friend got the olives, artichokes and feta cheese blended together with pita chips, it was delicious!

Be
Review №18

Really good muffins and coffee. The location is so-so, not particularly spacious and not much of a vibe.

jo
Review №19

Great espresso and great atmosphere. Once covid is over I definitely will be spending an afternoon or two there getting lost in caffeine and books.

Ja
Review №20

What an amazing vibe! Wished I had the chance to patronize this place before COVID, but still loved the chance to see it. Best mocha Ive yet tasted.

La
Review №21

Really great bookstore/coffee shop combo, and it is so reasonably priced too! Came up for the wknd & forgot to bring a book so this place did the job!

Be
Review №22

I loved this coffee shop! They were busy the whole time I was there, but it didnt feel rushed inside. The place is big enough that taking my baby didnt make me uncomfortable when he was a little loud, but its not too big to be overwhelming either. I didnt get a chance to check out the book, but Ill definitely be back!

F.
Review №23

Iced chai is amazing! Music is great and not loud, so you can still sit down to have a conversation, read a book or study.Great selection of books and staff is pleasant.Too bad they are not located in Portland, I would definitely stop by more often if they were closer to me.

Sh
Review №24

Cute and cozy! Beer, books, coffee, wine, cheese! What more do you need? (Maybe dogs, but that’s it!)

La
Review №25

Love the food and the atmosphere at Elements! Great place to hang out with friends or just enjoy a good book.

ke
Review №26

The best granola bars I’ve ever had. They are my weekly treat and literally taste otherworldly. The lattes are also amazing!

Do
Review №27

Visited during the pandemic - staff was super friendly and coffee was great. Lots of super cool books as well!

Je
Review №28

The coffee was not my taste, but I loved the menu options and ambiance. Definitely more of a college town coffee shop though.

Mi
Review №29

Bunny latte art for the kids on Easter. Friendly place for books, beer, coffee

Br
Review №30

Relaxing place to sip some coffee, drink a beer or read a book. Great coffee and excelent beers on tap.

Mi
Review №31

My friend and I stopped by to get a coffee while we were on walk.. The place was quiet so the service was quick and friendly :-)

ja
Review №32

Great coffee! Cheese & charcuterie plate even better! Love the books and artwork. Baby friendly and awesome place to hang out.

Li
Review №33

Lovely shop, quick service and friendly staff

Tr
Review №34

Delicious food, tasty drinks, lots of wonderful books, and pleasant staff

He
Review №35

Looking for your next go-to spot? This is it! If youre a book lover, being surrounded by them while you work will definitely be inspiring. Amazing drinks and friendly team. Could spend hours there working or reading or catching up, perfect place for it all!

Ja
Review №36

The espresso is very good, and the bookshop is cute

Ma
Review №37

So cool, everything you could want. I love the concept.

Ap
Review №38

A groovy vibe, with amazing people, excellent coffee, reasonably priced books, dishes and yummy beer! From time to time you can even catch some local musicians live (and who does love that?). Top-notch place♡

Da
Review №39

Unique and chill

An
Review №40

Delicious matcha iced lattes, and I so appreciate how strictly they operate to keep customers and employees safe!

Jo
Review №41

A new favorite place to curl up with a book and beverage of the day. Maybe some people watching with a friend. Always bustling with people, sometimes hard to find a place to settle in.

Sa
Review №42

One of my favorite places to get a latte. The atmosphere is relaxing amd they have live music there as well. If it is the afternoon, their decaf or tea is perfect with a small cheese plate. If you arent in the mood for coffee or tea, they also have beer and wine. The beer is craft brew style. They have a good selection of books at a great price too.

Da
Review №43

Nice atmosphere. Very different and unpretentious. Friendly staff and I had a very nice pour-over coffee. Comfortable and casual seating options, and a decent amount of space to kick back with friends and unwind.More like being in a little bookshop that serves great coffee, but has a full range of barista options unlike some places I have been that started life as a bookstore and added coffee later.

An
Review №44

Wonderful place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and talk to friends. Cozy & welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Du
Review №45

We had a delicious mocha, strong espresso and not overly sweet. Nice selection of well curated books, and plenty of seating. The baked goods and charcuterie looked delicious.

th
Review №46

Awesome place to visit! I love the coffee and its a great place to read a book or study. Great beer selection and live music!

Jo
Review №47

40 minutes to make 2 bagels...

Ci
Review №48

Highly recommend this for anybody who loves books and coffee. Great selection of artisan coffees teas and even some little snack bites. Any kind of book you can imagine is for sale in this store. They also have some very interesting cookbooks and aprons some handcrafted jellies & Spice concoctions. If youre looking for a simple syrup this is a place to go. My best recommendation is if youve got some time to sit and relax enjoy a great cup of coffee and a good read theres no place better than Elements. Meet a friend there and enjoy a little catching up time. Theres also convenient parking right next door in the parking lot period and elements does validate. Thats really nice for downtown shopping.

jo
Review №49

They made me the worst matcha Ive ever had in my life

Kr
Review №50

Nice environments. The people that work there great. I really didnt enjoy the food. The tea was amazing though

Ja
Review №51

Cute little coffee house. Me and my friend were able to grab coffee a bagel and beer. They have games you can play while you eat and chill. The staff were friendly. Cool concept all around.Restroom key is by the cash register on the left hand side of the counter.

La
Review №52

Best place for iced Chai! It’s a great place to chill and relax.

Ja
Review №53

Cant wait till they open the inside to check out the books!

As
Review №54

Coffee is alright, food is locally baked bagels with various toppings and other baked goods and pastries. Great selection of books everything is organized. A lot of interesting things to choose from. Very cozy as well.

Je
Review №55

Very cozy and quaint. This is the go-to spot for coffee. The service is a little slower than at some other coffee shops, but the lack of a line helps it balance out. Lots of good seating options, but Elements is usually pretty full. Its worth checking out if youre in the area.

Sa
Review №56

Incredibly friendly staff and creative baked goods. Theyve got some gluten free options if thats your thing. The books they keep in stock are the best part though, with a wide and eclectic selection. Nabbed a graphic novel biography about Hunter S. Thompson. Cool stuff.

An
Review №57

Easy, peasy call-up and pick-up. Pretty tasty cold brew.

Je
Review №58

Browsing the bookstore was pleasant - theyre careful about what they stock (more literary, less best-sellers list) so its not the random pile of books you get at most used book stores (for better and worse). The beer selection is top notch, and our coffees were terrific.

Dr
Review №59

Fantastic spot for a chill evening. Good drink selection. Friendly staff. Easy listening live music. Open late. They bring a good light to Biddeford.

Sh
Review №60

Wonderfully cozy spot with a super friendly staff. Great place to get some work done during the day, and be sure to check out the live music they have!

Pa
Review №61

Great place to relax and do school work or personal work. Prices are very reasonable and location is great. The Establishment is very clean in the staff are always cheerful and enlightening.

Sa
Review №62

Very neat spot. Calm environment conducive to getting your work done without much distraction yet you can look around in any direction and find something that will catch your eye and interest. Coffees were Perfect, snacks tapas were rich, flavorful and just enough. I will be coming back for the evening experience of draft beer and wines.

Ge
Review №63

I love this pace and often meet with potential clients over coffee or tea there. They have just a few teas but I love their Jasmine tea. I cant speak to the coffee because I dont drink coffee, but it smells good!

Er
Review №64

I would have given it 5 stars but we sat at the bar and some young girl waitress had the worst attitude towards everyone. I even saw her roll her eyes because another customer tried to politely go around us to retrieve his order but she insisted on reaching over me to hand it to him (at which point the man apologized to me). We were really the only ones sitting at the bar at this point so it was so unnecessary to do so especially while giving the guy attitude. Again, coffee was amazing, food was good and the place itself is awesome. Im a person who has major respect for any hard working staff but I was so taken a back by this I had to leave a review.

De
Review №65

Excellent decor, delicious coffee, a wide variety of books for sale, great beer at night, and a phenomenal staff easily makes Elements the coolest coffee shops/book stores/bar in all of Maine, even if its maybe the only coffee shop/book store/bar in Maine. Theres a paid parking lot adjacent to Elements but theres generally free, available on-street parking nearby. If youre in Biddeford you should check it out. If youre NOT in Biddeford, you should drive there and check it out.

Ca
Review №66

Friendly and helpful staff. Place was clean and enjoyed the music, which was at a reasonable level. Great latte and bagel. No breakfast sandwiches or other hot breakfast items besides oatmeal. Worked for a couple hours and the internet was speedy and didnt drop at all. Has floor outlets for tables. Great spot!

Ja
Review №67

Great coffee, great owners and fantastic hang out place. From the morning buzz of a coffee to a evening with live music and adult beverage, who could not go to elements. I have been coming here for the past few years for my morning coffee or a cheese plate and wine after work. In down town biddeford it is really nice to see which a great and fun place. Dont forget to grab a punch card for your coffee! Every time you have one filled the next coffee is on the house!

Ja
Review №68

Love it here. Great ambiance, prices, food and of course coffee. Wonderful place to sit, read, relax or catch up with a friend. The people who work here are kind and offer great customer service.

Em
Review №69

My home away from home! This place has everything I look for in a cafe. Great selection great Ambiance very cozy wonderful staff.

Ia
Review №70

Amazing atmosphere, friendly people, local goods, cheap books, live music? And I can get tea and a bagel for $6? YES PLEASE!!!!! oh and they serve a bit of beer too. If youre looking for a quiet-ish place to sit and talk, or read or do some web surfing come here. So refreshing to see where it is. I highly recommend Elements. :)

Za
Review №71

Unique little coffee shop in the burgeoning downtown Biddeford offers craft beer, delightful coffee, and noshy little grab and go snacks. If you have the time Id recommend grazing their books. Youll definitely enjoy this spot.

He
Review №72

Good pour-over, espresso and craft beers in a cozy, community atmosphere. Elements has managed to make the bookshop cafe model work on Main St. in Biddeford. They are supportive of arts, good food and community. Great local flavor.

Ca
Review №73

Small town feel with a funky, eclectic streak. Always a great selection of craft beer from near and far!

Br
Review №74

Elements is the place where you order a new drink and pastry to go, but end up sitting there for a while with an obscure title. Definitely worth the adventure when you wake up 5 chapters later and order another drink!!

Bi
Review №75

Expert help and good coffee in an environment designed to give coffee nerds exactly what they want. Elements, I wish you were in Portland. But you would literally have to fight 2 or 3 of the recent upstarts. To the death.

Na
Review №76

Great coffee - single origin pour over at reasonable prices. Small batch real home made pastries. Good service, great atmosphere. Just watch out for the 9am opening time on Sunday.

Co
Review №77

Fun cafe, larger than I expected, with lots of seating. Coffee, beer, and books, an awesome combination. Met someone there on a Friday night for a business meeting and were able to enjoy a great cup of coffee while chatting. Easy street parking.

Yo
Review №78

If you love coffee (or beer) and books, this place.is a slice of heaven. Great spot for a date, to get some work done on the laptop, to peruse books, or just to chill.

Al
Review №79

Old world charm. Peace and salvation. Comfortable and cozy. Fantastic coffee Good selection of beers. If you area in Biddeford or heading to Portland, a must see

Ja
Review №80

It was a really cool place with an industrial interior and hundreds of reading options to read there or buy. My friend and I got two different kinds of tea, both delicious. We curled up in two comfy chairs by a rainy window and talked for an hour, but felt like we could sit there all day. It seemed like that was the vibe among everyone there. While the beverages are good enough to be a quick morning stop (which appeared to be several peoples case) I think the atmosphere really sets this place apart. The people that worked there were nice but not obnoxiously so. Just a cool place to spend a rainy Saturday morning.

fq
Review №81

A great atmosphere! Standard cafe, they call out your order and you clean up after yourself when you’re done. They even have a few small tables and a bookcase outside on the street! Best coffee around, plus some live music some nights

Pa
Review №82

Absolutely fantastic! Coffee, food and service. Perfection. Great books priced right too!

Sa
Review №83

Great little coffee shop on the corner. Probably one of the few good places to be at in Biddeford. The scene and vibe are great- I go often to do work with other med students. Weekend entertainment is nice as well, along with their coffees, teas, and small food dishes. A bit on the expensive side but always happy to support a local business.

Me
Review №84

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, large beer selection! Definitely a positive experience overall

So
Review №85

This place is a great little gem. Coffee, espresso, small plates, baked goods and beer combined with a bookstore. They get goods from local favorites and it is the perfect place to meet friends or settle in for a study or work session! Love it!

Sa
Review №86

What a great spot! Amazing selection of both books and beer. The books are very low priced. They also have coffee but I was more excited about the beer ;)

By
Review №87

Its great to have a place like this in Biddeford. They took out the couches which I dont like, but I understand why they did it. Soft chairs in the front are where I go now!

Ch
Review №88

Cool place, cool vibe. The book selection isnt great; they have lots of books, but the books kind of feel like an afterthought.I had a delicious cappuccino, and lots of super-local beer, which is great!

Ky
Review №89

Great coffee at reasonable prices. Also, the bookstore part is dangerous! The prices for books are ridiculously low compared to their sticker prices, and you will find yourself leaving with books. I went for coffee and wifi and left with 3 awesome books. Oops.

Jo
Review №90

Love it!! Fast and friendly service with tons of good food and cool books!

Wi
Review №91

Nice place to hang out, surfin with their wi-fi, reading a book, or just chillinout. Oh yeah...they have coffee also.

Ta
Review №92

Always packed and for good reason. The coffee is stunningly good and the atmosphere is lively with an industrial chic flare. Snacks and adult beverages are available. Free WiFi!

Sc
Review №93

I stopped in for a coffee and ended up ordering the Charcuterie Plate. Incredible. The place has great food your not apt to find in other coffee houses. A comfortable clean atmosphere and friendly helpful staff makes this place a great destination.

M.
Review №94

This place is awesome. If you want a cup of Joe to go or to chill and read with your caffeine, Elements has you covered. Also, BOOKS!

Mi
Review №95

Friendly

Ch
Review №96

Best pour over coffee and best espresso, easy parking and great vibes

Wi
Review №97

A really great little spot - nice selection of written word, great selections of wine and beer. Met a date here after a job interview and was the perfect location.

Ja
Review №98

Good stuff. Dont miss out on their music specials. Love this diverse bastion of culture and tolerance in Maine.

Sy
Review №99

Cozy shop for coffee and tea with pastries. Good selection of new and used books.

Vi
Review №100

This coffee is good! I only learned recently that they have a bar because they were pulling kegs from out of the back. But good god their coffee - its practically like your drinking a cloud of comfort because the tastes, the texture, the temperature - its all there. I like the atmosphere too and the cribbage boards are a bigger bonus.

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  • Address:265 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005, United States
  • Site:http://www.elementsbookscoffeebeer.com/
  • Phone:+1 207-710-2011
Categories
  • Book store
  • Bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–5PM
  • Thursday:7AM–5PM
  • Friday:7AM–5PM
  • Saturday:7AM–5PM
  • Sunday:7AM–5PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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