Speckled Ax – American
Sunlight streams into this artisanal coffee haven, where the deep, smoky aroma of wood-fired beans like the robust Sock Saunders dark roast invites a moment of morning stillness. Guests pair expertly pulled shots of single-origin Guatemala with flaky local pastries, creating a refined ritual that celebrates the craft of the bean from the first pour to the final sip.
Speckled Ax, Walton Street, Back Cove, Portland, Cumberland County, Maine, 04103, United States https://speckledax.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Speckled Ax
Dairy-Free at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, 3 Month Coffee Subscription and Bird Dog Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, 3 Month Coffee Subscription and Bird Dog Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Pastry, Early Riser and 3 Month Coffee Subscription. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee and Map 40 Mokha Java. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee and Map 40 Mokha Java. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee and Map 40 Mokha Java. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, 3 Month Coffee Subscription and Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Speckled Ax
Speckled Ax in Portland has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Pastry, Early Riser and 3 Month Coffee Subscription. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Speckled Ax
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Month Coffee Subscription | 39.8 g | 24 g |
| Bird Dog Coffee | 41 g | 20.5 g |
| Monthly Coffee - Single Origin | 55.9 g | 14 g |
| Chickadee Decaf Coffee | 3.5 g | 2.4 g |
| Early Riser | 3.1 g | 2.4 g |
| Map 40 Mokha Java | 3.5 g | 2.4 g |
| Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee | 3.5 g | 2.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Blends
- 2025 Coffee Advent Calendar - $149
- Bird Dog Coffee - $18 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chickadee Decaf Coffee - $17.5: Certified Organic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Early Riser - $18: Certified Organic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Map 40 Mokha Java - $18: Certified Organic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Sock Saunders Dark Roast Coffee - $17: Certified Organic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Single Origin
- Guatemala Rosenda Vargas - $23 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Subscriptions
- 3 Month Coffee Subscription - $21 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Monthly Coffee - Single Origin - $20 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Pastries
Available at Downtown and Waterfront locations
- Local Pastry: Locally sourced pastries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Speckled Ax
- Is Speckled Ax dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Speckled Ax has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Early Riser, 3 Month Coffee Subscription and Bird Dog Coffee.
- What can I eat at Speckled Ax on a dairy-free diet?
- Early Riser, 3 Month Coffee Subscription and Bird Dog Coffee carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Speckled Ax have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Early Riser and 3 Month Coffee Subscription.
- Is Speckled Ax gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Speckled Ax?
- 3 Month Coffee Subscription, at roughly 24g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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