Stopped by fair close to when they closed to try a pastry...Pain Au Chocolate, it was very good…read moredespite sitting around since they baked it in the morning. Seemed a bit skimpy on the chocolate but otherwise looked amazing and would prob be 5/5 when very fresh. Also of note, very cute little place with seating inside and outside. A great place to come for a coffee or tea, a pastry and maybe something good to read. Will try and come back earlier next time. Looks like stuff is made from scratch?

We were happy to visit this incredibly popular bakery during the afternoon when we were able to…read moresnag an inside table on a chilly day. The French hot chocolate was sinfully delicious...essentially a mug of hot, melted chocolate in sipping form! We would have been happy to sample so many of their pastries or lunch options, but we restrained ourselves and just shared the lemon ricotta danish. The crust was buttery goodness, with a creamy, not-too-sweet lemony center. The staff were super pleasant - I can see why locals like to meet and linger here...just know that getting a table is quite a challenge.

This is the best coffee and pastry shop in Portsmouth. Everything here is amazing. Coffee,…read moreespresso drinks, baked goods and don't forget the German iced coffee. But it's more than that....because this is just a great and convenient place to get your coffee and a snack. It doesn't try to win any social credit points by putting a million stickers on the window or draping the store in a dozen flags for whatever the "it" social cause of the month is. The only thing on the walls here are coffee bags and coffee related decor. It's literally just a great place to get a coffee and baked good at a fair price from friendly staff. And it excels at that.

Busy. Student-y. Great vibe. Although not a fan of crowded places, this one benefits from close…read moretables and a wild, we're-all-in-this-together feel. Love the press of humanity.

This is actually a repeat-spot every time we come to Portsmouth. It's a cozy cafe/bar with…read morereasonably-priced drinks, and events hosted here make the space feel like part of the community. There's also a couch/lounge area in the back that you can enjoy when it's not too packed. On the flip side, the beverages and food felt pretty average to me. I've had their mocha and hot chocolate, neither of which hit the spot and I couldn't quite finish. The cookies are also mediocre and don't get warmed up before serving. I am glad that the total typically comes out to under $5 though! Overall, I'd treat this as a third space and not a culinary destination.

My friends and I were walking around-neither of them had been to Portsmouth and its men years since…read moreI've been...we were cold and stopped in to get a warm drink. I loved this place! They were out of the eggnog latte so I got a chai latte. The cinnamon was perfect and it wasn't too sweet. The decor is thought-provoking and adds to the charm. The service was friendly - not overly so - but not rude. I'll be returning when I have time to relax and enjoy the ambience

The salmon lox was amazing. Always my go to with an egg everything bagel. It took a bunch of egg…read moreeverything bagels back to Florida for friends and family and wish I got more. Would come back again.

I'm a HUGE fan of this spot! I stumbled upon it when I first arrived to Portsmouth and was looking…read morefor a quick, fulfilling lunch. And that's certainly what I found! For a reasonable price, the sandwiches are massive and stuffed to the edge with the most fresh, cohesive ingredients around! For how quick it was made, the meal still seemed to be created with lots of care. I certainly recommend the turkey avocado (although i wish it had slightly more turkey)- the bread is crisp, the avocado creamy, the turkey tender, and everything else complimentary and super fresh! As for the vibes, both inside and outside, they were lovely! As I had my dog with me, I was able to enjoy the fresh sunshine and relax with a beautiful view (albeit the street gets a little busy). However, I would have also loved to sit in their quiet yet social interior which was filled with good smells and great energy! I'd also like to mention the amazing service! Their workers are super fast and helpful. I actually initially placed my order online to the wrong location, reordered at the new one, and submitted a refund request (despite it being against their policy bc you never know), and was met with a speedy response that was understanding and gave me an immediate refund, no questions asked! This experience brightened an already great trip to Portsmouth and an already delicious meal! I cant recommend this business enough if you want a satisfyingly delicious comfort meal in the heart of an adorable town! Definitely give it a try!

Excellent food and coffee. Avocado toast. Mediterranean omelette. Latte…read more Quick and delicious

My order: the New Yorker sandwich The review: The Goods was…read morealright! The interior is very cute and the staff were very friendly and accommodating as they explained their GF options. The gluten free bagel was quite small and thus had very little on it, for a higher price than the regular size. Not my first choice in the area, but also not a bad option. Plus they have like 8 gluten free bagel flavors, which is awesome.

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.

I am sold! I was here recently to get my fix of turkish…read morestyle coffee, and to buy some souvenirs to bring back to California. The espresso was off the charts! And the service was a Knockout! The vibe was definitely reminiscent of going to have coffee in Istanbul. Every last drip of espresso was well worth the walk. The baristas were very friendly, welcoming, and were very attentive and were prepared to answer whatever questions you might have at a moment's notice. The merch was really cute, the turkish delights were reasonably priced, and there was plenty of culture to go around. I am definitely going to be coming back here whenever I am in town again from Los Angeles. Thank you!

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.

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.

Best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. Buttery, crisp crossaint with savory bacon and melted…read morecheese, plus egg. The freshly baked breads looked heavenly. The woopie pies looked sinful and the numerous cookies and treats were selling fast. Great lefty, liberal arts and artistic vibes, too.

My sister-in-law has been begging us to begin a sourdough bread journey and we were reluctant to…read morebegin. As we were strolling through Portsmouth we decided to pop into Ceres Bakery to inquire about a starter. The enthusiasm about our inquiry was amazing! We decided to search Portsmouth for a small glass container and they happily gave us a starter! We made our first loaves last weekend and the bread is incredible! Thank you Ceres Bakery for pushing us into our journey and we appreciate the quality of our starter!

Omg, it was packed. The line was so long but we had to wait, those crullers are worth it. Friendly…read moreservice that do the best they can with the overload of customers. They hustle to get you in and out. The tables were crumb ridden but with the amount of people, it happens, so we wiped our spot down. Everything was delish!!! Go and be prepared to wait but its all so good, WHATEVER

Lils Cafe is such a cute spot in Kittery and definitely worth the visit. GET THE CRULLER!!!! It was…read morelife changing honestly. Any flavor i imagine is wonderful but i opted for the maple this time. So beautifully buttery and soft on the inside with a delicious subtly crunchy exterior. I had to stop myself from ordering the whole pastry display, so i will be coming back to make my way through everything they have.

I was in Portsmouth on a work trip and stopped by The Green Room for breakfast -- such a great…read morefind. I ordered a breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel that tasted like they baked it fresh after I ordered it -- it was that good. My iced coffee was smooth and not overly bitter -- just the way I like it. The staff were friendly, and the atmosphere had a nice, relaxed vibe. Definitely a great spot to start the morning!

Wow I was super impressed by this place. Homemade bagels, fresh ingredients and so many flavors of…read morecoffee. I got a sausage, egg and cheese on an everything bagel and it was amazing. The coffee was great too. They have many vegetarian and vegan options. Service was friendly and fast!