The best cafes in Kittery

8 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Neighborhood coffee shop serving organic java & teas, plus wraps & other cafe fare in a cozy space.

601 Islington St #103 (Portsmouth)

Neighborhood coffee shop serving organic java & teas, plus wraps & other cafe fare in a cozy space.

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

151 ME-236 (Eliot)

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

400 US-1

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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Coffee, tea & pastries are served at this Turkish coffee shop decorated with artwork & tapestries.

163 Islington St (Portsmouth)

Coffee, tea & pastries are served at this Turkish coffee shop decorated with artwork & tapestries.

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

1976 Woodbury Ave (Portsmouth)

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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Family-owned since 2010, Kaffee Vonsolln keeps Portsmouth buzzing with roaster-fresh coffee, smooth cold brew, and those excellent pastries…

79 Daniel St (Portsmouth)

Family-owned since 2010, Kaffee Vonsolln keeps Portsmouth buzzing with roaster-fresh coffee, smooth cold brew, and those excellent pastries that pair dangerously well with a second cup. Treat yourself this week, then snag some of their house-roasted beans to upgrade your at-home mornings.

From the Portsmouth newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Owned by locals and packed with artisan vibes, The Goods turns breakfast and lunch into an easy win with made-to-order sandwiches, salads,…

29 Vaughan Mall (Portsmouth)

Owned by locals and packed with artisan vibes, The Goods turns breakfast and lunch into an easy win with made-to-order sandwiches, salads, bowls, and wraps, plus 12 gluten and dairy free bagel flavors.

From the Portsmouth newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Elephantine Bakery nails the European café vibe with buttery, time-honored croissants (almond and pistachio included), small-batch…

10 Commercial Alley #2 (Portsmouth)

Elephantine Bakery nails the European café vibe with buttery, time-honored croissants (almond and pistachio included), small-batch sourdough, and a Mediterranean-leaning breakfast and lunch lineup, plus Italian-inspired coffee that makes weekday errands feel civilized.

From the Portsmouth newsletter, August 13, 2026

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