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Food scene
People travel from Boston for their crullers and almond croissants. Breakfast sandwiches available, too. Location Foreside - walkable
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Lil's Cafe
7 Wallingford SquarePeople travel from Boston for their crullers and almond croissants. Breakfast sandwiches available, too. Location Foreside - walkable
Lots of smoothie options, right next to Lil’s. Location Foreside - walkable
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Maine Squeeze Juice Cafe
7 Wallingford SquareLots of smoothie options, right next to Lil’s. Location Foreside - walkable
Bagel Caboose
176 State RdGreat place to pick up a breakfast sandwich and coffee.
An environmentally friendly restaurant serving up creative meals from fresh locally-sourced ingredients in a unique, fun atmosphere.
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The Friendly Toast
113 Congress StreetAn environmentally friendly restaurant serving up creative meals from fresh locally-sourced ingredients in a unique, fun atmosphere.
Parisian-style cafe and pastry shop offering light French fare and macarons in unique flavors.
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La Maison Navarre - Pastry, Bistro, Wine Bar
121 Congress StreetParisian-style cafe and pastry shop offering light French fare and macarons in unique flavors.
All your favorite diner classics made with locally sourced ingredients.
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Roundabout Diner and Lounge
580 Portsmouth Traffic CirAll your favorite diner classics made with locally sourced ingredients.
Traditional breakfast and lunch options in a bright and cheerful
atmosphere. Closed Tuesdays.
Kasha's Kitchen
435 U.S. 1Traditional breakfast and lunch options in a bright and cheerful
atmosphere. Closed Tuesdays.
Vegan craft donuts made with slow rising yeast to give the dough a complex depth of flavor. An ever-changing spectrum of decadent flavors and fairtrade certified, organic coffee.
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Lovebirds Donuts
450 US-1Vegan craft donuts made with slow rising yeast to give the dough a complex depth of flavor. An ever-changing spectrum of decadent flavors and fairtrade certified, organic coffee.
The only restaurant directly on Long Sands Beach in York. Open
weekends Feb-May, daily in the summer.
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Sun & Surf Restaurant
264 Long Beach AveThe only restaurant directly on Long Sands Beach in York. Open
weekends Feb-May, daily in the summer.
One of our favorites! Try the deviled eggs, poutine, and duck rillettes. If you like Manhattans, order the Bed Stuy. They don’t take reservations so we highly recommend you go down and put your name in and they’ll call you. Walk around the Foreside or head back here. Location Foreside - walkable
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The Black Birch
2 Government StOne of our favorites! Try the deviled eggs, poutine, and duck rillettes. If you like Manhattans, order the Bed Stuy. They don’t take reservations so we highly recommend you go down and put your name in and they’ll call you. Walk around the Foreside or head back here. Location Foreside - walkable
Try the pork bun and ramen. Amazing.
Location Foreside - walkable
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Anju Noodle Bar
7 Wallingford SquareTry the pork bun and ramen. Amazing.
Location Foreside - walkable
In nice weather, they have a great spot for outdoor dining on the river. Try the brisket and mac and cheese.
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Ore Nell's Barbecue
2 Badgers Island WIn nice weather, they have a great spot for outdoor dining on the river. Try the brisket and mac and cheese.
They make their own cured meats and have a large craft beer selection. The Italian grinder is exceptional.
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When Pigs Fly Restaurant & Pizzeria
460 US-1They make their own cured meats and have a large craft beer selection. The Italian grinder is exceptional.
We like the Mediterranean (garlic puree) and the Prosciutto/Balsamic/Fig Jam/Blue Cheese/Fresh Arugula pizzas. They have a great grilled salad. Gluten-free options.
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AJ's Wood Grill Pizza
68 Wallingford SquareWe like the Mediterranean (garlic puree) and the Prosciutto/Balsamic/Fig Jam/Blue Cheese/Fresh Arugula pizzas. They have a great grilled salad. Gluten-free options.
Tulsi has quickly earned the reputation of the best Indian restaurant on the Seacoast. You can try almost everything at their Sunday brunch (after Covid). Location Foreside - walkable
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Tulsi Indian Restaurant
20 Walker StTulsi has quickly earned the reputation of the best Indian restaurant on the Seacoast. You can try almost everything at their Sunday brunch (after Covid). Location Foreside - walkable
Our boys like the California burrito – it’s stuffed with fries. Location Foreside - walkable
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Loco Coco's Tacos
36 Walker StOur boys like the California burrito – it’s stuffed with fries. Location Foreside - walkable
The Cubano is delicious and great rice bowls. This is right on the kittery circle. Great take-out.
La Casita
181 Maine 236The Cubano is delicious and great rice bowls. This is right on the kittery circle. Great take-out.
A colorful, lively haunt offering Caribbean-influenced eats, local beer and tropical drinks. Trivia on Monday night, 60-cent wings on Thursday night and music on the weekend. This is next to Tributary brewery, walkable.
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Blue Mermaid
10 Shapleigh RoadA colorful, lively haunt offering Caribbean-influenced eats, local beer and tropical drinks. Trivia on Monday night, 60-cent wings on Thursday night and music on the weekend. This is next to Tributary brewery, walkable.
A neighborhood bistro with a warm and casual atmosphere. Location Foreside - walkable
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Anneke Jans
60 Wallingford SquareA neighborhood bistro with a warm and casual atmosphere. Location Foreside - walkable
Bistro 1828 and the third floor Ski Club offer delicious food prepared in an open kitchen and a large outdoor deck with panoramic views of the river from one of the oldest buildings in Maine. Three restaurants in one building.
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Pepperrell Cove
Bistro 1828 and the third floor Ski Club offer delicious food prepared in an open kitchen and a large outdoor deck with panoramic views of the river from one of the oldest buildings in Maine. Three restaurants in one building.
Wood-fired pizzas with organic ingredients and free-range meats made in traditional clay ovens.
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Flatbread Company
138 Congress StreetWood-fired pizzas with organic ingredients and free-range meats made in traditional clay ovens.
The most creative burgers around; simple but delicious concoctions. Burgers, fries, shakes and other tasty libations. Gluten free options, too.
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Lexie's Joint
212 Islington StThe most creative burgers around; simple but delicious concoctions. Burgers, fries, shakes and other tasty libations. Gluten free options, too.
Cure
189 State StreetElevated comfort food, exposed brick and a comfy vibe.
Sunday jazz brunch (10-2). Panoramic views from the rooftop deck (weather permitting). Eclectic seasonal cuisine.
Rooftop at The Envio
299 Vaughan StreetSunday jazz brunch (10-2). Panoramic views from the rooftop deck (weather permitting). Eclectic seasonal cuisine.
Build your own taco joint with a fun, artsy vibe. Open til 1 AM.
Vegetarian friendly
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Barrio
319 Vaughan StBuild your own taco joint with a fun, artsy vibe. Open til 1 AM.
Vegetarian friendly
From falafel to phở, burgers to bibimbap, they offer the world’s most flavorful street food along with unique drinks.
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STREET eat/drink 360
801 Islington StFrom falafel to phở, burgers to bibimbap, they offer the world’s most flavorful street food along with unique drinks.
Upscale, truly authentic Italian restaurant. Voted Food and Wine magazine’s “Most Romantic Restaurant in NH” (2018).
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Massimo
59 Penhallow StUpscale, truly authentic Italian restaurant. Voted Food and Wine magazine’s “Most Romantic Restaurant in NH” (2018).
Modern colonial menu with a twist, located in the historic Strawbery Banke.
The Puddle Dock Restaurant
66 Marcy StreetModern colonial menu with a twist, located in the historic Strawbery Banke.
The original since 1959, Moe’s is an iconic sandwich shop.
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches of Lafayette Portsmouth, NH
2975 Lafayette RoadThe original since 1959, Moe’s is an iconic sandwich shop.
The menu is a blend of classics along with some seasonally changing creative combinations. The atmosphere is casual, with no pretense.
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Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
150 Congress StreetThe menu is a blend of classics along with some seasonally changing creative combinations. The atmosphere is casual, with no pretense.
The Goat, Portsmouth
142 Congress StreetDaily specials, happy hour, and brunch on Sundays.
Casual waterfront dining with a large deck over the Piscataqua River nestled next to Portsmouth’s iconic tugboats. Known for their potent signature cocktail, “Jimmy Juice,” featuring a blend of three rums.
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Old Ferry Landing
10 Ceres StCasual waterfront dining with a large deck over the Piscataqua River nestled next to Portsmouth’s iconic tugboats. Known for their potent signature cocktail, “Jimmy Juice,” featuring a blend of three rums.
Located near the outlets. Family owned for five decades, a Maine tradition that boasts “world famous fish and chips.”
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Weathervane Seafood Restaurant
306 US-1Located near the outlets. Family owned for five decades, a Maine tradition that boasts “world famous fish and chips.”
Located near the outlets, a true Maine institution. The line can be long, but it moves quickly.
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Bob's Clam Hut
315 US-1Located near the outlets, a true Maine institution. The line can be long, but it moves quickly.
Upscale casual, reasonably priced and claims the “best lobster rolls in Maine.” The dining room has tidal flats views.
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Robert's Maine Grill
326 US-1Upscale casual, reasonably priced and claims the “best lobster rolls in Maine.” The dining room has tidal flats views.
Buy lobsters here and cook them at the Cottage or they will cook them for you. (If you need lobster pots and nutcrackers, just ask, we have plenty.
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Taylor Lobster Co.
32 ME-236Buy lobsters here and cook them at the Cottage or they will cook them for you. (If you need lobster pots and nutcrackers, just ask, we have plenty.
Lobster in the rough with waterfront views. BYOB and go early evening, as it fills up quickly.
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Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier
16 Chauncey Creek RdLobster in the rough with waterfront views. BYOB and go early evening, as it fills up quickly.
M.C. Perkins Cove offers a unique upscale, yet casual atmosphere that makes for a great intimate setting for those on a date or a relaxing dinner for those visiting the Ogunquit area
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M.C. Perkins Cove
111 Perkins Cove RdM.C. Perkins Cove offers a unique upscale, yet casual atmosphere that makes for a great intimate setting for those on a date or a relaxing dinner for those visiting the Ogunquit area
POKÉ BOWLS & SUSHI BURRITOS
Hawaiian-inspired poké bowls and sushi burritos made fast, from the freshest ingredients. Try one of their signature dishes or build your own custom creation.
Ohana Kitchen
800 Islington StreetPOKÉ BOWLS & SUSHI BURRITOS
Hawaiian-inspired poké bowls and sushi burritos made fast, from the freshest ingredients. Try one of their signature dishes or build your own custom creation.
Breweries
Tasting room providing housemade crafts brews on tap, plus live music. Fans know Brewmaster Tod Mott as New England’s brewing legend, the creator of the highly acclaimed Harpoon IPA, and Portsmouth Brewery’s cult-status, Kate the Great Russian Imperial Stout. Get a growler to go. This is walking distance from cottage.
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Tributary Brewing
10 Shapleigh RdTasting room providing housemade crafts brews on tap, plus live music. Fans know Brewmaster Tod Mott as New England’s brewing legend, the creator of the highly acclaimed Harpoon IPA, and Portsmouth Brewery’s cult-status, Kate the Great Russian Imperial Stout. Get a growler to go. This is walking distance from cottage.
Stoneface Brewing Co.
436 Shattuck WayTasting room and delicious small plates.
Overlooking the picturesque North Mill Pond, the Taproom is a great place to unwind with while enjoying fresh hand-crafted beer and music.
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Great Rhythm Brewing Company
105 Bartlett StOverlooking the picturesque North Mill Pond, the Taproom is a great place to unwind with while enjoying fresh hand-crafted beer and music.
Nano-brewery, taproom and beer garden, featuring a full menu of sandwiches, sausages, snacks and sweets. Offering wine and cider for the beer averse.
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Liar's Bench Beer Company
459 Islington StNano-brewery, taproom and beer garden, featuring a full menu of sandwiches, sausages, snacks and sweets. Offering wine and cider for the beer averse.
Ice Cream
Using the highest quality natural ingredients, they churn out over 40 flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet and are continually experimenting with new concoctions.
Annabelle's Ice Cream
41 Broad StreetUsing the highest quality natural ingredients, they churn out over 40 flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet and are continually experimenting with new concoctions.
The Ice House
112 Wentworth RdIce cream and seafood shack. Open seasonally.
Right near Nubble lighthouse. Tons of flavors. Only accepts cash. (ATM on premise) Open seasonally.
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Dunne's Ice Cream
214 Nubble RdRight near Nubble lighthouse. Tons of flavors. Only accepts cash. (ATM on premise) Open seasonally.
Candy Stores
Yummies has every candy imaginable stacked wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling, over 10,000 pounds of candy on display.
Yummies Candy & Nuts
384 U.S. 1Yummies has every candy imaginable stacked wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling, over 10,000 pounds of candy on display.
Two locations (Kittery and Portsmouth) creating specialty chocolates.
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Byrne & Carlson Chocolatier
60 State RdTwo locations (Kittery and Portsmouth) creating specialty chocolates.
Family owned and operated since 1956, Harbor Candy Shop
produces fresh chocolates daily right on premise, in the tradition of European candy shops. This is an Ogunquit tradition.
Harbor Candy Shop
248 Main StFamily owned and operated since 1956, Harbor Candy Shop
produces fresh chocolates daily right on premise, in the tradition of European candy shops. This is an Ogunquit tradition.
Bakeries
Bakery and cafe serving all natural homemade breads, sandwiches, soups and desserts.
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Beach Pea Baking Co
53 State RdBakery and cafe serving all natural homemade breads, sandwiches, soups and desserts.
Old-world, artisan breads baked fresh daily using the finest organic, natural ingredients. At When Pigs Fly Bakery, it takes about 36 hours from start to finish to bake a loaf of bread. Choose from over 25 handcrafted varieties of classic and artisan specialty breads.
When Pigs Fly Company Store
460 US-1 BYPOld-world, artisan breads baked fresh daily using the finest organic, natural ingredients. At When Pigs Fly Bakery, it takes about 36 hours from start to finish to bake a loaf of bread. Choose from over 25 handcrafted varieties of classic and artisan specialty breads.
Ceres Bakery has been baking for Portsmouth since 1980. The food is always made from scratch. The delicious lunches are generous, reasonably-priced, and change daily.
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Ceres Bakery
51 Penhallow StCeres Bakery has been baking for Portsmouth since 1980. The food is always made from scratch. The delicious lunches are generous, reasonably-priced, and change daily.
Bread, pastries, coffee, lunch and specialty foods served in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH.
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Elephantine Bakery
10 Commercial AlleyBread, pastries, coffee, lunch and specialty foods served in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH.
Grocery Stores
Carl’s subs and hamburgers are delicious and very reasonably priced. Call ahead and order if you’re on a time crunch, they make it all fresh to order. They also have an eclectic selection of beers. Located right next to Golden Harvest.
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Carl's Meat Market
25 State RdCarl’s subs and hamburgers are delicious and very reasonably priced. Call ahead and order if you’re on a time crunch, they make it all fresh to order. They also have an eclectic selection of beers. Located right next to Golden Harvest.
Local fresh fruits and veggies, breads, cheeses, pies. You’ll find a salad bar in the afternoon. Ask for fresh herbs (from the back) that are such a deal.
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Golden Harvest Produce Market
47 State RdLocal fresh fruits and veggies, breads, cheeses, pies. You’ll find a salad bar in the afternoon. Ask for fresh herbs (from the back) that are such a deal.
On Sundays from 10 AM-2 PM, experience a vibrant, friendly meeting place that provides our community with access to dozens of local farmers, vendors, and small businesses.
Kittery Community Market
10 Shapleigh RdOn Sundays from 10 AM-2 PM, experience a vibrant, friendly meeting place that provides our community with access to dozens of local farmers, vendors, and small businesses.
Organic supermarket that offers hot soups, sandwiches and more freshly prepared favorites for convenient in-store pickup or delivery.
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Whole Foods Market
1600 Woodbury AveOrganic supermarket that offers hot soups, sandwiches and more freshly prepared favorites for convenient in-store pickup or delivery.
Trader Joe's
45 Gosling Rd
Hannaford Drive
Hannaford Drive
ALDI
2024 Woodbury AvenueA gourmet line of all natural fresh pastas, ravioli and sauces made with only the finest all natural ingredients. Their motto is “You boil the water, let Terra Cotta Pasta do the rest.” Specialties include stromboli, grilled pizza, Italian sandwiches, antipasta items, olives, prepared meals to go, salads and our complete line of fresh pasta, ravioli, sauces and much more. The homemade ricotta is outstanding.
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Terra Cotta Pasta Co. Kittery
52 State RdA gourmet line of all natural fresh pastas, ravioli and sauces made with only the finest all natural ingredients. Their motto is “You boil the water, let Terra Cotta Pasta do the rest.” Specialties include stromboli, grilled pizza, Italian sandwiches, antipasta items, olives, prepared meals to go, salads and our complete line of fresh pasta, ravioli, sauces and much more. The homemade ricotta is outstanding.
Retail Shopping
Over a mile long, the Kittery Outlets has over 120 brand name outlet stores. Some folks come to Maine for the Outlets alone. Be sure to stop by Customer Service (adjacent to Old Navy) before you begin your shopping spree to pick up a coupon book and information about current events. Check out the complete list of stores here.
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Kittery Outlet Center
340 US-1Over a mile long, the Kittery Outlets has over 120 brand name outlet stores. Some folks come to Maine for the Outlets alone. Be sure to stop by Customer Service (adjacent to Old Navy) before you begin your shopping spree to pick up a coupon book and information about current events. Check out the complete list of stores here.
A Maine destination featuring three levels of the most extensive selection of outdoor recreational equipment, apparel and footwear available in New England. A small sampling of brands: The North Face, Patagonia, Yeti, Carhartt, Columbia, Merrell, Kühl, Marmot, Canada Goose. Pick up your official Maine t-shirts, sweatshirts, and souvenirs on the first floor
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Kittery Trading Post
301 U.S. 1A Maine destination featuring three levels of the most extensive selection of outdoor recreational equipment, apparel and footwear available in New England. A small sampling of brands: The North Face, Patagonia, Yeti, Carhartt, Columbia, Merrell, Kühl, Marmot, Canada Goose. Pick up your official Maine t-shirts, sweatshirts, and souvenirs on the first floor
A bustling gourmet store and cafe offering an impressive supply of specialty foods, gifts, kitchenware, tableware, home and garden decor, candles, and much more. The flagship store has become one of Maine’s largest tourist destinations with over 500,000 visitors each year.
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Stonewall Kitchen York Company Store
2 Stonewall LnA bustling gourmet store and cafe offering an impressive supply of specialty foods, gifts, kitchenware, tableware, home and garden decor, candles, and much more. The flagship store has become one of Maine’s largest tourist destinations with over 500,000 visitors each year.