Happy Sunday, I'm excited for our weekly meat run. Maine…read morelocal beef is amazing. The difference is so noticeable. I get the subs for lunch while we are there! You have to make Carls a weekly stop.

We decided to try this local butcher shop and deli since we've heard great things about it…read more We decided to try their sandwiches today but will be back to try their meat as it looked fresh and high quality. They also have a selection of ready to go meals and sides and beer. We ordered two of the cold sandwiches and they were both delicious. We also tried some of their smoked marrow bones for our dogs. Our dogs loved the bones. This place gets pretty busy so be prepared to wait. Otherwise, definitely worth the visit.

I had McKinnon's pizza today and I loved it. I've been going to McKinnon's for groceries and…read moresupermarket items, but didn't try the pizza until now. It reminded me of tasty New York City pizza, which is hard to find in much of New England. I lived in NYC and haven't found many places they have anything like it outside of NYC. They now are among my two favorite places for pizza in the Portsmouth area.

I bought an individual sized pot roast that had been made at McKinnon's. What I actually saw was a…read morepie full of starch, two small pieces of chicken, two slices of carrots, and several balls of cooked starch. It was disgusting. McKinnons, do us all a favor and stop selling it. Additionally, the "seafood" stuffed mushrooms are filled with ritz crackers and some kind of stuffing. McKinnons' prepared foods have really gone down hill.

My husband and I stopped into Maine Meat on a whim and we are so glad we did! We picked up a bone…read morein ribeye steak, condensed truffles, chicken breast and their house made kilbesa. The steak was absolutely gorgeous and truly deserved an award. It had gorgeous marbling throughout and was massive in size. The only downside was it was a bit expensive BUT 1000% worth it. All of that being said the kilbesa was the best purchase. Absolutely out of this world amazing! We both agreed it was the best kilbesa we've ever had!! There are not enough words to describe the deliciousness of that kilbesa except if you enjoy kilbesa go try Maine Meat's!!! Lastly I'd like to add the staff was delightful. They were very cheerful and knew a lot about their products!

Really fresh meat and a lot of different interesting cuts! This place has dry aged beef, various…read morepork cuts that are very tender, and lamb, as well as sausages, cheese, and assorted dry goods. The service is great, with all the cuts and how to prepare them explained.

Have paid a couple of visits over the holidays. Ordered our pork loin roast for the holidays…read more Stopped by to picking border after calling the day before and they did not have the order. The staff member was very apologetic and went to work to cut our 6 lbs loin. Never cooked it before. It was really good. Everyone commented on how good it was. Thanks! Looking for blood oranges for a cake for NYE. Called and the clerk went to look and confirmed they indeed had blood oranges. Every time we walk in we want to clear out the bakery section. Smells so good. And yep. Blood Oranges!!!

The cranberry walnut chicken salad keeps me coming back for more and more. Some items feel pricey…read more(like the cobb salad) but the 8 oz container of chicken salad feels just right. I love that I can come by for a good meal and get my grocery shopping done at the same time. Baked goods are also yummy to try!

What a great selection of items for a small little market. The employees were super kind and…read morehelpful. We were able to find lots of fun local brews and snacks for our trip. My friend lives locally and only speaks highly of them. She says they even stock specific things they ask for so they don't have to go to larger markets as well. Small town gem

Their staff are always so kind and helpful, eager to do whatever they can for you and the other…read morecustomers! They always have smiles on their faces and it's just a joy to come to this store!

I just feel like I HAVE to leave a review of this Trader Joe's because I have received…read moreextraordinary customer service on multiple occasions when visiting. First - my roommate and I visited Trader Joe's right after moving to Portsmouth. The cashier looked at our IDs since we were buying wine, and when she found out that we had just moved to the area, she gave us a reusable bag as a welcome gift. We were so touched by this welcome and really appreciated the gesture as we had just arrived and were starting to settle in. Second, and most recently, my partner and I were picking up a couple of items on a Sunday night. We went to get in the checkout line and then remembered that we needed to grab one more thing. Just then, the bagging attendant told us "I'll open another lane for you guys" to which we responded that we needed to grab another thing. He told us it was not a problem and he'd be ready when we got back, and returned to bagging. We went, got our item, and upon our return to the checkout line, the attendant immediately opened up another lane. Although this may seem small, I was so appreciative that the attendant not only wanted to improve our experience initially, but cared enough to keep an eye on us while we picked up another item and opened up another lane for us as soon as we returned. I felt that it truly went above and beyond and I wish I remembered his name to give him a shoutout. I would be remiss if I concluded this review with no mention of the Trader Joe's food. Their frozen meals are amazing and all of their food is so high quality; I've never had a product that disappointed.

If you live in Southern maine, you have two options for Trader Joe's. You can go here or go to…read morePortland. Since this one is closer than the Portland location, we opted to visit this location. There is ample parking and the staff are friendly. Plenty of fresh produce, flowers, beverages, and frozen meal options. I personally prefer to go here than Hannaford.

Very nice place to go to listen to music on a Saturday night. Has great food and drinks. Wait…read morestaff is outstanding.

We have been wanting to stop here for a while. So nice, great wine selection, happy hour, nice…read morecheese selection. They also serve lite food. We will return soon. Wonderful staff. Free parking unlike Portsmouth.

did you know that there is a guy who travels the world and posts instagram reels of him eating…read morerotisserie chickens and market basket was rated one of the best in the world? i tried it its straight up tbh ngl fr fr ong so true!!!! and i like the uniforms. minus one star because the aisles are small and the lights are wicked bright so i feel over stimulated in there. but it's so worth it for the vibes and chickens etc etc

i live in Maine and usually love MB, but today not so much. I ordered a lobster to be cooked (1.4…read morelb). I asked if it was soft shell or hard. was told soft. when I got home I took the lobster out and was able to get all the lobster out with just my hands. Literally was no effort. The lobster was so soft I didn't need anything! Not a good thing because the amount of lobster I got out was so tiny, I'm talking if I could squish my palm together the entire lobster would fit! Disappointed because I was really looking forward to this treat. Guy in Seafood was very nice. Hopefully the tuna and swordfish are ok.

Trust-worthy FRESH fish and seafood conveniently delivered to a farmstand near me. Cheerful and…read moreknowledgeable staff, excellent customer service.

I love getting fresh and I mean fresh seafood from this company. But I will never buy the crab…read moremeat again. It was filled with the outer shells and even the black claw tip points. Now you expect a few shell pieces but the tip points. I cleaned it before eating but still missed some shell. The tip point were easier to spot being black in white. There were well over two dozen. Happy with everything else why only one star deleted.

Italian imports store meets corner deli, DeStefano's Market is the kind of place I hadn't realized…read moreI was missing from my neighborhood until I visited. Incredibly friendly staff that sounded like they've been running the family business for decades, a bright and comfortable space, and an arcade machine! I highly recommend stopping by for a bite or to grab a snack to take home. My friends and I tried a significant sampling and will definitely be back. Meatball calzone - made fresh in the morning on their homemade bread, this isn't the thick crusty calzone you're thinking of. It's more like a long stick bread, packed with meatballs, sauce and cheese on the inside. They cut one into three for us, and served with a separate cup of marinara dipping sauce each! Lobster Tail pastry and cannoli: fantastic pastries. I've had many of each of these, and DeStefano's had some of the best. The lobster tail was light and incredibly flaky, the cannoli had some crunch without being hard or overly sweet. The chocolate chip cookie also had chunks of butterscotch (?) and was perfectly cooked--I know saying perfectly cooked sounds crazy, but I don't think I've ever had another cookie that nailed the crispy/soft line so well. Can't wait to head back to Portsmouth so I can visit again!

We stopped into DeStefano's Market for a few slices of pizza and ended up staying longer than…read moreexpected because there was so much to look at. The pizza was warmed up nicely, and Carlson enjoyed his slice. We also ordered an Italian cold cut sandwich, which was fresh, well layered, and very filling. This place is more than just a quick bite, it's a full Italian market and deli. They have a great selection of authentic Italian groceries, cheeses, deli meats, premade sandwiches, and drinks. The prepared food section really stood out: homemade potato salad, chickpea salad, three-bean salad, freshly made mozzarella, stuffed peppers, lasagna, eggplant parmesan, huge meatballs, and more, everything looked delicious and freshly made. There's seating available with a counter and tables, and they also have a bathroom, which is always appreciated when you're out with kids. The atmosphere feels welcoming and family-friendly, and it's easy to pop in for pizza or leave with a full meal plan. One small thing to note is that I didn't notice a handicap-accessible door at the front entrance, though it may be available elsewhere. Overall, a great local market with quality food, lots of variety, and that classic Italian deli feel. Definitely a spot we'd come back to for lunch, take-out, or grabbing specialty items.