Trackside Cafe

Nice little shop within Exeter…read more The moment you walk-in, there's a nice warm and cozy feeling of being at home. The counter is filled with treats. All too tempting to have. I got a 20oz. Chai Latte. Make sure you let them know if you want hot because they default to cold. I love the warm and rich Chai flavor in this breezy November weather. My daughter and I shared the lentil soup and turkey havarti sandwich. It tasted really good. The sandwiches are warm straight from the grill. The soup is rich and full of flavor. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. I like this atmosphere.

I don't understand all the crappy reviews. I had not been here in years and was in dire need of a…read morequick sandwich while in Exeter. Almost skipped it after seeing the general rating. First of all, the place was mobbed and people seemed to be happily eating. The line was quick. I ordered the "veritable veggie" sandwich ($9.95 w/chips) and the peach passionfruit iced tea. Both came fast and were excellent. Bread was fresh and veggies were crisp. Noise wasn't too bad except for a semi-rude couple on their phones who thought we needed to hear their conversations. But all in all a fine experience. Need to go 5 starts to improve upon the poor ratings!

About a third of the interior.

Lentil soup

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Changing Tides Cafe

4.5(87 reviews)

12.5 mi

I just visited Changing Tides for the first time since they recently changed ownership. The staff…read morewas very nice. I did, however missed one of the trademark products that has always brought me back to this cute little cafe; their scones were no longer available. Give me back the scones and keep the extra two days of donuts and make everyone happy.

Cute little cafe with some nice coffee selections. It's on a busy one way street, so parking may be…read moredifficult. Their pastries were pretty tasty and they had some really cute choices like a bacon cheddar scone. Very flavorful, large, and wasn't dry at all. Their coffee was also good. My only downfall was that nothing we got was hot. It wasn't cold, but leaned more towards warm than anything else. On a cold windy day like today, I could've really appreciated a hotter beverage. I was also surprised to not see any sort of donut out considering the name of the shop. Wish there was. Otherwise, it was an adorable place, the workers were friendly and attentive, and it was worth stopping in.

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Elephantine Bakery

4.7(324 reviews)

12.1 mi

Delightful bakery in a charming little town. We arrived at 7:55 am on a weekday to find a short…read morequeue outside ready for the doors to open at 8. Believe the stellar reviews. Chocolate almond croissant 5/5 Ham and cheese croissant 5/5 Cheddar Jalapeno pretzel 6/5 Olive Ficelle 6/5 Strawberry scone 5/5 Almond croissant 5/5 Service is great, lines move fast, ambience is perfect for the location and how they've branded themselves. Would love to be back for the breakfast dine in menu.

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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Market Square Bakehouse

4.4(126 reviews)

8.6 mi

If I go to heaven, I know God will hand me a Market Square Bakehouse scone when I get there as a…read morewelcome gift. It's always a pleasure to come here - spectacular location/ambiance, great products, fair prices, lovely staff. This is a happy place for me.

We visited this spot today and had a great experience. Friendly staff, spacious seating area, and…read moredelicious cold brew. We also enjoyed a croissant and got a cookie for the road. Lots of non dairy milk options but sadly no vegan baked goods. They did have some lake Champlain chocolate bars that were vegan.

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Cold brew with soy

The Brooklyn Cafe

4.9(18 reviews)

11.3 mi

We stumbled on this cafe on our way up to Portland from Boston. The falafel plate is delicious with…read morefresh cucumber and tomatoes, house-made falafel, house-made hummus, and PITA that is warm and chewy. The falafel was well-seasoned and cooked just-right. The hummus was a wee bit on the salty side, but paired perfectly with the pita that is so good I ordered an extra piece to polish off the hummus! Their sweet potato fries are a bit on the pricey side at $8, but they are addictively good, perfectly caramelized, and portioned generously -- ideal to split between 2-3 people. There's plenty of parking and indoor seating in a spacious, tidy, and well-lit cafe. There is a clean, single-stall handicap-accessible bathroom. There was only one server who was kind and sweet. Best of all, the cafe is a nonprofit and the profits are used by a local synagogue to serve the needs of their local community!

When I realized the Brooklyn Cafe was closer to my workplace than I thought, I had to try it. I…read moreordered a falafel plate and a few rugelach to go. Everything was ready to go when arrived- quick and easy. Online ordering is always a plus. The restaurant is more spacious than I was anticipating and very clean. Let's start with the falafel plate: Delicious and fresh! The homemade pita was a winner. I truly hoped the hummus wouldn't disappoint because sometimes it just does and it was the whole dish's base. My concern was totally unfounded. As for the rugelach? Let me tell you, had I ordered in I would've ordered more than I did! The dough and sweetness was just right. Best I've had in New Hampshire.

Sweet potato fries -- addictive delicious

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Common Roots

4.7(43 reviews)

9.9 mi

First morning in Rye... desperate for a really good cup of coffee... and found it here. From a…read morecoffee snob, big thumbs up.

Funky snack shop inside a surf shop. I wonder which came first? Our lox bagel was amply filled…read moreand quite tasty. i also enjoyed an iced chai. Very casual atmosphere. and attentive sweet server.

Sunrise

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Lovely Lox bagel sandwich

GroundSwell Surf Cafe

4.1(66 reviews)

12.0 mi

This place is totally worth the visit! The food is healthy , gut friendly , and so many options to…read morechoose from. The drinks too!!! The coffee or smoothies , to DIE for!!! I was helped by Jacy and her dedication to this shop truly shows , her hard work is inspiring and she really cares about the customers she servers. Never a bad experience coming to Groundswell :)

A great little spot with real food amongst a lot of fried junk places. Thank goodness for this…read moreplace. I go every time I am in the area. The Beachy Mocha is good stuff. Bfast sandwiches are excellent. Super casual, and an excellent atmosphere given that you're sipping your drink on a beach.

Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito

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Vegan Tacos

June’s Cafe

4.4(14 reviews)

6.7 mi

Cozy breakfast and lunch spot in Newmarket. Their specialty coffees are delicious and I've been…read moreseveral times and everything I've had has been perfect. From the Mill Town classic, to the Ironworks, to the Harrigan - they all have unique flavors and are very hearty. Get your breakfast sandwich on English muffin bread - you won't be disappointed. Service is always excellent and friendly. Small sitting area inside and new seating outside!

We had the The River Mill for lunch for $16.00 which was…read moreFlank steak, cheddar cheese, chimichurri avocado,arugula, chipotle mayonnaise on a baguette. It was excellent!! The crullers are good but not for me because they are too eggy or gooey inside. Same with the chocolate chip cookies which is so undercooked I can taste the flour. The matcha latte was delicious. The dining room is tiny. Service was excellent

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Cruller bites 4 for $5

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Blooms and Brews Cafe

4.7(17 reviews)

17.8 mi

I had such a great latte here on a drive-by whim, and I'm so glad I did! The quality was A+, the…read morecoffee was nice and hot, and the flavor was absolutely delicious. The staff was also nice, and seemed to handle the Saturday morning rush well. I look forward to the next time I can make it back!

Such a great little coffee shop. Nice sandwiches, for breakfast or lunch. Good selection of…read morecoffee or teas.

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Steve's Diner

3.8(111 reviews)

1.3 mi

What a great breakfast, love the nostalgic diner experience. Our server, Tammy, was terrific as…read moreshe took care of us promptly, offering coffee refills and just was so friendly, happy and attentive. The menu was extensive with ala cart options. We enjoyed a delicious omelette, scrambled eggs, pancakes. Would recommend this over the hash &eggs. If you are looking for old diner ambiance with a lot great options, this would be a good choice.

This place is incredible... Barbra was incredible!! Food is perfect! And a lot of it! everything…read morewas perfect...

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Karla K.

9 years ago

My family's favorite place to eat! Great food, wonderful atmosphere, excellent and genuine customer service! My children love to watch the train stop to pick up passengers right outside the window. The homemade hash is the best around. Pancakes are huge! My meal is always cooked to perfection. It is a quaint little spot tucked inside the back of Gerry's Variety Store. This place is one of Exeter's hidden gems! read more

Darcy K.

10 years ago

If you haven't checked trackside out in awhile I would try it out... Homemade hash, constantly rotating omelette specials, fresh fruit cups, soups changing out daily, and a very friendly and fast service. read more

Elizabeth W.

7 years ago

The place is small but the food is great and inexpensive. The breakfast burrito is a favorite of mine. Also the staff is very friendly.

Christopher C.

13 years ago

Food is good (could be improved), service and atmosphere are both Excellent!

Lisa B.

5 years ago

Great food and service always! My boyfriend and I love this place A+++

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