The Proper Cup

The Proper Cup is a specialty coffee shop and community gathering space located at 500 Forest Ave in Portland, Maine’s Oakdale neighborhood. Founded in 2018 with the goal of providing off-peninsula residents a welcoming communal space, the café serves craft coffee, tea, and baked goods from local vendors in a cozy, art-filled interior. It has earned recognition as one of Portland’s top coffee destinations and remains committed to supporting local artists and fostering community connection.