The Store Ampersand

I love Ampersand! The atmosphere is very cozy and relaxing. It's much better than Aroma Joe's or Nest. Also, it's a family owned business which is definitely more ideal to support. They have great prices, like 2.75 for a 16 oz chai latte- with dairy free alternatives like soy and almond milk. My one gripe is that I wish they made more vegan baked goods. I've heard great things about their blueberry muffins, but apparently they go pretty quickly in the morning, and I've never gotten my hands on one. But, clearly the demand is there- please start making more!

They have the Best coffee in Orono and the best deal! Buy one of their mugs and get $1 coffees everyday! Plus free coffee Wednesday! Their pastries are also delicious and they have a phenomenal selection of craft beer and wine!

Wish I had discovered this place early into college. They have very unique coffee/tea drinks and a wonderful little marketplace. Definitely check it out over starbucks, dunkin, or aromas. That's if you like to change things up.

Great service. Great coffee made for you or grind fresh beans to bring home! Huge wine selection and nice gifts for anyone! The baked goods are the best!

Nice atmosphere, nice people, a chess set, overly soft stuffed animals, huge cookies, and the best god damned tea I've ever had in my life. I'm currently attempting to find a place to live in Orono just to be somewhat close to this place. I love it.

Came here for the first time and ordered a nitro iced coffee. It rang up as $4.26. I pointed to the sign which said $3.50. The girl said the prices have increased to $4. I said you should update your sign then. She seemed perturbed but wouldn't honor the advertised price. I won't be back. I would've gotten a smaller size or nothing at all. This is clearly a store for yuppies and women.

I love and appreciate this store and the owners/employees. They’re super friendly and easy going. Firstly, just want to say they make the best lattes around. The salty turtle nut latte warms my soul. They have a great selection of wine, gifts, cheese, homemade bread and pastries. Local jewelry, gifts, clothes, knickknacks, kitchen items, candy. The list goes on. The prices are fair and I always end up leaving with a bag full of stuff that I would have ended up going to hannaford for later.

I go there when visiting. Friendly people. Interesting things to buy.

This is a family owned business that works hard to make great baked treats, sources amazing breads, makes great brewed and espresso coffee, has organic and natural products, sells great wine for less, and has one of the best chocolate collections in the area. PLUS--- they're bloody funny, wry, and know everything that is going on in town. Want coffee. Go here. Need the NYT and great crusty bread, go here. Want advice about realtors, contractors, and the history of a property....go here.

First time here. Wonderful little store, lots of personality. Big variety of good from food and coffee to Maine related items and souvenirs. Very nice staff.