98 Wake 'N Shake

inside the Public Library, 145 Harlow St, Bangor, ME 04401, United States
+1 207-990-0500
$$$ Cafe
(91 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Welcome to 98 Wake 'N Shake, a delightful café nestled within the Bangor Public Library at 145 Harlow St, Bangor, ME. This charming spot is more than just a coffee shop; it's a vibrant community hub where delicious food and kind service come together to create a memorable experience.

The café features a well-curated menu that balances simplicity with flavor, ensuring there's something for everyone. Start your day with a freshly made breakfast sandwich—choose between a toasted bagel or English muffin topped with savory ham, sausage, or bacon along with a perfectly fried egg and slice of cheese for just $6.75. For lunch, you can choose from an array of satisfying salads like the Chef Salad or the hearty Chicken or Tuna options. If you're in the mood for something cozy, the Grilled Cheese sandwich is a must-try, crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, just like you would expect from your favorite comfort food!

And let’s not forget the sweet endings: indulge in creamy milkshakes or delicious ice cream cones that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The café also proudly offers unique beverages such as traditional bubble tea and Thai tea, which customers rave about, especially during warm summer days. With every sip, you can feel the love and care that goes into their drink preparations. As one customer shared, “The bubble tea is great and is prepared very well,” a testament to the café's commitment to quality.

But it’s not just the food that makes 98 Wake 'N Shake special; it’s the atmosphere. The café's location inside the library creates a unique and inviting ambiance perfect for those looking to enjoy a quiet meal or a refreshing drink while diving into a good book. As a customer noted, “This place is in the library, which is genius,” allowing patrons to combine their love for literature with great food. It's a true pillar of the community—"affordable, accessible, and consistent quality" as one reviewer aptly put it.

While some have experienced minor inconsistencies in service or food quality, the café continues to be praised for its warm and welcoming environment. It's a place where everybody knows your name, and the family that runs it brings a lovely warmth that resonates with everyone who walks through the door. So whether you’re grabbing a quick breakfast before heading to work or catching up with friends over lunch, 98 Wake 'N Shake promises a delightful experience every time.

Next time you're in the area, make sure to stop by 98 Wake 'N Shake to enjoy a meal that warms your heart and satisfies your cravings. You won’t just be enjoying delicious food—you'll be part of a welcoming community that feels like home.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

91 Reviews
kao

04 Sep 2025

Affordable, accessible, consistent quality, kind service. A pillar of the community.

UKNO ME

10 Aug 2025

I love this place, and the family that runs it is lovely, Regan Robson was a lovely women may she rest in peace. The bubble tea is great and is prepared very well, and the baked goods are well done.

Ralph Winfield

23 Jul 2025

There's a wide selection of soft drinks, three types of coffee, tea, chocolate milk, cookies, Whoopie Pies,, chips, ice cream, shakes, omelettes, and bottled spring water. I've tried the Breakfast Sandwich. It is $6.75 and is served on either a toasted bagel or a toasted English Muffin with your choice of sliced ham, sausage, or bacon, a slice of cheese, and a fried egg. Make sure you ask for the slice of cheese cuz she may forget to include one on your sandwich. This cafe offers a daily sandwich special: a sandwich, a can of Soda Pop, and a bag of Chips. Hours of operation are 08:00 to 16:00 or 16:30, Monday through Friday.

Jordan “Jordie” Gray

21 Jun 2025

They have bubble tea both traditional and poppers. Their menu is small, simple, but still has good options for breakfast and lunch that I think most people would love. The food was awesome.

mary

11 Jun 2025

This place is in the library, which is genius. I went there somewhat regularly before they moved, but gotta say, library location is even better. They have a decent panini and I like to get the Thai tea in the summer, although no reason you can't enjoy it all year round, it's just that I like hot tea and coffee most of the time. They have sweet treats from other local business and that's nice too. Anyway, I always stop here when I go to the library but it holds its own even without the help of the library.

Cyndee Pratt

26 May 2025

I give it 5 stars for the hot latte alone, it was awesome!!!! Sausage was the best tasting I've ever had, just greasy though. Toast was not impressive, hard and no flavor, eggs were fine . Update: I returned for another"great latte" & was sorely disappointed. What a shame, won't make a special trip downtown to do that again. Wish it was consistently awesome. Please work on consistency so we want to return

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