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.

Just had the breakfast so no coffee but it was amazing! We had the bacon egg and cheese on an…read moreeverything bagel and another one on a biscuit. The bagel was so light and full of flavor. I would definitely come back to this spot. The service was pretty fast (it was around 11am) and the staff were very friendly. Prices were reasonable.

Quick stop! Was looking for some pastry and this cafe caught my eye with the beauty they serve,…read moreBienenstich. The Cafe itself had a cool gotchic-rustic feel to it. They roast their coffee in house I believe which is a dime a dozen these days. Overall, the pastry was OK. It was also a rather small piece and I think it was $6? A little expensive for what you get considering it's an awfully simple dessert. It would be a great place to go with a friend to spend some time, perhaps I'll give the coffee a shot next time.

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.

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!

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.

Such a cozy vibe. Incredible coffee and phenomenal bagels…read more Highly highly recommend.

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

Delicious fresh pastries. Great coffee. Service was fast. Plenty of tables. Had the maple crueler…read moreand lemon lavender cruellers. Both were delicious.

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

unlimited stars for this fantastic spot! everyone there is so friendly and helpful!…read more Ive never had something that wasnt just absolutely stellar here. highly recommend the jalpeno cheddar bagel with herb cream cheese. the vibes in there are also so welcoming. my boyfriend and i like to grab a table in the back amongst the books for a coffee date and its so cozy! love love love Crackskulls and would go every single day if i lived in town. extra shout out to Michelle, Grace, and Maddy, you guys ROCK!

Always delicious. Best bagels north of NYC. Excellent baristas. Quaint atmosphere and you can get a…read morebook too.

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.

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.

Peanut butter cookie and lemon bars are real good. The coffee eclair was rather tasteless, I regret…read morenot getting the regular one. Cakes look average but they may taste better than they look. Coffee's good.