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Tucked down a cobblestone alley in downtown Portsmouth, Elephantine Bakery opened in 2018 as a…read moreEuropean-inspired café after co-owner Sherif Farag trained in Paris. Even its name has a connection to Egypt, referencing Elephantine Island and an ancient bakery discovered there. The café is tiny and popular, so expect a crowd and consider taking your order to go if you can't snag one of the few indoor or patio tables. I ordered the ham and cheese baguette, which was phenomenal, but they're especially known for their handcrafted pastries, breads and coffee.

Took a few bites of the cinnamon roll before heating it up and wasn't impressed, but once I nuked…read moreit for 25 seconds, the desert became more impressionable. A firm roll that would cut with minimal effort with a knfie. The icing was a little tart for my preference. Croissant was flakey but lacked butter. Madelline was soft and spongey, as expected. Bottom Line: glad I tried

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Americano and almond croissant

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Kaffee VonSolln

4.5(201 reviews)

This place was absolutely teeming with energy, with a line out the door. It probably took me 15…read moreminutes to get a coffee and I say that with enthusiasm and delight. We had gone there probably at about 3 pm on a Saturday and the place was absolutely mobbed. There were regular flavors of coffee, seasonal flavors of coffee, and different food options. In general the place was hopping with energy: tons of people, young and old, and it was just exciting. It had this really cool coffee-shop but a little bit of a unique vibe. I knew since it took so long to get the coffee for carryout that it was going to be good. Overall it was phenomenal. The next time I find myself in New Hampshire I'll have to try out this place but next time I'll make sure to sit inside, take in the vibes even longer, and really enjoy the experience

I have found my perfect coffee. The iced coffee was…read moresmooth, dark, and so richly flavored--not bitter at all. I might say the best iced coffee I have ever had. I also loved the decaf beans I brought home and used to make cold brew. The baristas were all very friendly and the atmosphere was warm and cozy. I wish I had decided to visit sooner!

Charm galore

Sausage egg and cheese buiscut

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A few barstools and counter seating

Société

4.3(11 reviews)

2.2 mi

I've been going to Societe for years now, and honestly, I don't know what I'd do without their…read moreapothecary teas. I'm a mom to 4-year-old twins, and medicine has been one of the hardest parts of parenting. I've never felt good about giving them over-the-counter cold meds--too many weird ingredients I can't pronounce, and they never seem to help much anyway. But finding natural remedies that actually work? That's been a whole other struggle. Every fall, I make my annual trip to Societe to stock up on my go-to teas: Throat Ease, Get Well, Breathe, Fever Break, Be Well Immuni Tea, and Digest Ease. The first five are always in my pantry. When my kids start sniffling or coughing, I don't even think twice--I make them a warm cup of tea. It's so much easier than fighting with them to take some nasty-tasting syrup that ends up all over their shirt or spit out halfway through. These teas work fast, they taste good, and I feel better knowing I'm helping their little bodies heal naturally. Now let me talk about Digest Ease, because this one... wow. If you've been through potty training, you know the constipation phase is brutal. My daughter was in so much pain, scared to go, crying, and I felt helpless. Doctors kept recommending milk of magnesia and other stuff that just didn't feel right. I tried everything--fiber, prune juice, homeopathic drops--and nothing gave her consistent relief. Digest Ease was the only thing that helped. It's gentle, it works fast, and it gave my daughter real relief without the drama. I've told every mom friend I know about it, and they've all had the same experience. If you're a parent who's tired of chemical-filled meds and just wants something safe, natural, and effective--these teas are it. They're not just products. They're part of how I care for my kids. I'll never go another season without them.

Bought a 20 something dollar jar of lavender honey, and it's horrible. It burns your mouth and…read morethroat, and tastes like chemicals. Nobody answers the phone when you call, nobody answers emails, and they don't follow the hours they have listed on their website. Horrible.

Essential oils

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Front entrance via Cup of Joe, Market Street

Caffe Kilim And Market

4.6(131 reviews)

1.8 mi

Amazing Turkish coffee ship. The season apple cider latte was incredible. It was the perfect…read moreamount of coffee and apple mixed together. We had it iced and could not find anything else that compares for the rest of our trip. Amazing, highly recommend!

Caffe Kilim is my favorite cafe for drinks in all of Portsmouth! All the coffee I've gotten here…read morehas been delicious and they always have super creative specials. I absolutely love their drinks with marshmallow fluff in them - the fluff melts into the drink and makes the whole thing so delicious. The cafe is in two parts - when you enter, there is a counter to order at and various store items available for purchase. After ordering and receiving your drink, you can go through a narrow hallway to a larger seating area. There is a good amount of seating, but it can sometimes get busy. I have worked from this cafe before and I'd say it may be better to work alone than work with friends if you're going here since some of the tables are a little small and will be tight with two laptops. Service is very quick and the workers are very friendly. The drink pickup can be a little awkward since you pickup where you ordered and sometimes there's a line of people you have to sort of go through but I've never found it to be too much of a problem.

Red velvet cheesecake latte

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La Mulita Coffee

4.8(29 reviews)

1.3 mi

I'm becoming one of those third-wave coffee snobs... and honestly, this place earned it…read more There's coffee... and then there's GOOD COFFEE. The kind where you can actually taste the care, the balance, and the craft instead of just "strong bean water." Every cup here feels intentional--from the roast to the pour to the presentation. You can tell this isn't just caffeine delivery; it's people who genuinely love coffee dialing in the details. Smooth, complex, clean finish, no burnt bitterness hiding behind sugar and syrup. Dangerous place, honestly. Once you start drinking coffee like this, the average cup starts tasting like hot regret.

I had enjoyed drinking my beautiful and delicious latte at the cute outdoor area. The shop is…read moreadorable and service was great. I would definitely recommend it!

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Cup of Joe

4.1(133 reviews)

LOVE the new location! It's super nice inside, has a good amount of seating, and a beautiful patio…read moreout back. My partner and I came here to work for the morning and it's relatively quiet. We both tried fall specials - maple chaider for me and a pumpkin spice latte for him. The maple chaider was out of this world, so many times cafes have maple drinks that don't really taste like maple, but this one absolutely does. I also got a cinnamon role which was delicious as well. Would definitely recommend as a working spot during the less busy months in Portsmouth and also recommend the espresso martinis at night!

Came by before heading out of Portsmouth back to Boston. They have 12 flavors of espresso martinis…read morewhich is what drew me in. I tried the one with hazelnut and overall it was nice and foamy and I was able to taste all the flavors. This espresso martini wasn't the strongest in terms of alcohol content so overall it was a pretty sweet and smooth drink.

Wouldn't you sit here to order food?

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Out the window view.

Lil's Café

4.6(375 reviews)

2.9 mi

This is a Kittery gem for coffees and smoothies, pastries and hot sandwiches tucked away on a…read morecorner street with plenty of inside and outside seating. There's parking on the street or in the municipal lot next to the store. It's all counter service and there are plenty of staff to make sure your wait time is reasonable. Their southwest breakfast burrito is delish with chipotle sauce on the side. They have an espresso machine too. Need a well made pastry or breakfast sandwich? Look no further if you're in the area. Enjoy

Charming cafe with good coffee and lots of goodies! I popped in for a quick hit of caffeine and to…read moretake a call (I know, I know), and really enjoyed the vibe here. The place does fill up quickly though, be warned that the line can get long during busy stretches. Caffeine aside, the desserts looked incredible, I'm definitely going to come back to try a few before I leave Kittery.

Bank door leading to vinyls

Cruller line up

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Up close cruller

Crackskull's Coffee & Books

4.7(78 reviews)

8.6 mi

On my way out of town decided to stop into this little shop right at opening. I knew it would be…read moregood based on how many people were already getting food and drinks. They have such cute names for specialty drinks that I was having trouble choosing. I settled on a classic honeybee latte (honey and vanilla) which was the perfect combination of both. I tried the chopped Italian cream cheese which was unique but I really liked the depth. The service was super great and the library feel made it a nice place to sit down. Prices are great as well and hope to go back soon !

Excellent coffee and old-school ambiance. There is a long line here on weekend mornings. I could do…read morewithout the political signs on the door. Unfortunately, decent coffee and leftist politics seem to run together these days. A coffee shop should be a hospitable place. Instead of telling us who isn't allowed inside, why not state something positive you represent? Eg "we support immigrants". Nearly all of the customers are white anyway, so it looks like a transparent marketing ploy, and is poor business practice.

A short line of people waiting to order in the front of the store

Two coffees and a chai

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Nice spot for a hot beverage and to catch up on your book.

Fezziwig's Food & Fountain

4.1(87 reviews)

Fezziwig's is an adorable cafe style restaurant. They offer two menus…read more -The 'regular' menu includes breakfast items, sandwiches and crepes along with a selection of teas, bottled drinks and a few adult beverages. -The second menu is a "Tea Tray" menu. This menu offers three levels of 'tea' with a selection of caffinated and herbals teas. Food offerings on this menu include tea sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and croissants. Besides lunch and tea, they sell coffee drinks, bottled sodas (Mexican coke) and pastries. Their shelves offer beautiful tea pots, demi tasse sets, cook books and more for sale. We ordered a sandwich and a savory crepe. The sandwich is a good size on soft bread that held up well under all the fillings. Sandwiches come with potato chips on the side. The crepe was full of tender beef and large slices of mushroom in a savory gravy. A fresh salad of mixed greens comes with your choice of dressing on the side. The decor is very intentional and well done. Our waitress was very friendly and knew her job well. One restroom at the back includes a diaper station. Parking is in one of the town paid lots. (our pre-paid parking was about 2.50 for three hours) If I lived closer, this would definitely be one of my 'regular' places to stop for a coffee, tea or lunch.

This place is so adorable! A tiny cafe that serves teas,…read morecoffees, milkshakes, and even does afternoon tea service with a 3 tier tower of sandwiches, scones, peri fours, macaroons, with clotted cream and jam. They offer a wide variety of specialty teas, flavors sodas (I tried the lavender soda and it was delicious!). The cafe is always beautifully decorated for the season (like Valentine's Day, Easter and Spring). The servers wear old timey uniforms. It isn't fancy, but it is adorable. Totally kid friendly! Great place for afternoon tea for a family. My two daughters and I had afternoon tea and we absolutely love it! Friendly service, good food, wonderful tea, soda and milkshakes...yes, we tried to all! We will definitely be back. They do take reservations, and since they are so small, I do recommend it.

Beef bourguignon crepe

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Kay's Kafé

3.9(24 reviews)

3.7 mi

They have a very nice selection of cookies desserts coffees etc…read more We tried the fruit tart and the key lime pie tart . We also had a slice cream icicle cheesecake and a peanut butter bars . I didn't care for the peanut butter bar but the other desserts were refreshing. It's attached to the Galley Hatch restaurant. Enjoy it on a rainy day or just stop in after dinner and sit outside . Enjoy Chris M from Ct

Stopped in here for a hot tea chai latte. The place was very cozy. Loved the book store feel and…read morepastries. The service was great and prices were very reasonable. The place was clean and comfortable. The noise level was below average. This little shop leads right into a restaurant. Ill visit there next time.

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Dessert case. Really looked nice and fresh.

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Becky S.

8 years ago

What can I say its a mccdonalds. I do like the fact that it is on my way back from my sisters house so I can stop in I don't like the frustration always in the kitchen though!! read more

Sexy B.

8 years ago

i eated the butremilk critspy tundras n thay r rubbry/uttrly grosse. -sexy read more

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