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Food scene
A trip to Kittery is not complete until you try one of Lil's famous crullers!
66 locals recommend
Lil's Cafe
7 Wallingford SquareA trip to Kittery is not complete until you try one of Lil's famous crullers!
First come, first served - but the wait is always worth it! A local favorite with a large selection of beers on tap, a comfortable atmosphere, and the most amazing food. Lots of small plates, so share everything. (Except the deviled eggs. Keep those all to yourself!)
66 locals recommend
The Black Birch
2 Government StFirst come, first served - but the wait is always worth it! A local favorite with a large selection of beers on tap, a comfortable atmosphere, and the most amazing food. Lots of small plates, so share everything. (Except the deviled eggs. Keep those all to yourself!)
Amazing food with a view! Whether you choose the Bistro, the Ski Club, or the Wharf (seasonal) - you can't go wrong!
Check out Provisions for essentials (may be seasonal), or grab a breakfast sandwich and coffee, and enjoy breakfast with a view from the dock!
16 locals recommend
Pepperrell Cove
Amazing food with a view! Whether you choose the Bistro, the Ski Club, or the Wharf (seasonal) - you can't go wrong!
Check out Provisions for essentials (may be seasonal), or grab a breakfast sandwich and coffee, and enjoy breakfast with a view from the dock!
THE best Indian food. Ever.
(tip - order Mild unless you can stand some heat!)
31 locals recommend
Tulsi Indian Restaurant
20 Walker StTHE best Indian food. Ever.
(tip - order Mild unless you can stand some heat!)
Open for lunch or dinner - and whatever you do, try one of their pork buns!
42 locals recommend
Anju Noodle Bar
7 Wallingford SquareOpen for lunch or dinner - and whatever you do, try one of their pork buns!
You'll probably regret it, once you realize how close this is. Everything is amazing. Everything.
The BEST breads (try the fougasse!), sweets, sandwiches, salads, coffee...
43 locals recommend
Beach Pea Baking Co
53 State RdYou'll probably regret it, once you realize how close this is. Everything is amazing. Everything.
The BEST breads (try the fougasse!), sweets, sandwiches, salads, coffee...
Neighborhoods
Wallingford Square
Wallingford SquareFantastic food and drink options and cute shops!
Sightseeing
Beautiful beach and walking paths with paid admission at the gate (seasonal). Arrive early on busy summer days to secure a picnic bench area with charcoal grill. Play structures for kids. Pavilions available for rent. Seasonal restrooms.
Closed to vehicular traffic in the off-season but still accessible by walking or biking in. Check out their website for more info! https://www.kitteryme.gov/fort-foster-park
Please also be sure to check local leash laws and to clean up after your dog!
60 locals recommend
Fort Foster
76 Pocahontas RdBeautiful beach and walking paths with paid admission at the gate (seasonal). Arrive early on busy summer days to secure a picnic bench area with charcoal grill. Play structures for kids. Pavilions available for rent. Seasonal restrooms.
Closed to vehicular traffic in the off-season but still accessible by walking or biking in. Check out their website for more info! https://www.kitteryme.gov/fort-foster-park
Please also be sure to check local leash laws and to clean up after your dog!
Fort McClary State Historic Site
Pepperrell RoadHighest mountain close to the ocean, with hiking trails and great views.
109 locals recommend
Mount Agamenticus
Highest mountain close to the ocean, with hiking trails and great views.
York Beach
Great beaches with that classic carnival-like atmosphere.
City/town information
A great walking town - shop and eat your way around! Portsmouth has too many fantastic restaurants to mention, honestly. But a few of our faves are Moxy, Row 34, Surf, Jumpin Jay's, Black Trumpet, Raleigh... Geez, we could keep going. Check with us if you're looking for something specific and we'll give you a recommendation!
221 locals recommend
Portsmouth
A great walking town - shop and eat your way around! Portsmouth has too many fantastic restaurants to mention, honestly. But a few of our faves are Moxy, Row 34, Surf, Jumpin Jay's, Black Trumpet, Raleigh... Geez, we could keep going. Check with us if you're looking for something specific and we'll give you a recommendation!
Family Friendly Dining
Flatbread Company
138 Congress StreetFun family atmosphere with great salads and flatbreads!
Relaxed atmosphere with multiple dining options - take-out, seat yourself, or full-service. Very family friendly.
24 locals recommend
Loco Coco's Tacos
36 Walker StRelaxed atmosphere with multiple dining options - take-out, seat yourself, or full-service. Very family friendly.
Great salads, wood-fired pizza, sandwiches and wings. Gluten-free pizza options!
13 locals recommend
AJ's Wood Grill Pizza
68 Wallingford SquareGreat salads, wood-fired pizza, sandwiches and wings. Gluten-free pizza options!
Drinks!
One of the most respected microbreweries in New England. Tasting room with seasonal outdoor seating and occasional live music. BYOF (f = food). Take away cans or growlers-to-go!
23 locals recommend
Tributary Brewing
10 Shapleigh RdOne of the most respected microbreweries in New England. Tasting room with seasonal outdoor seating and occasional live music. BYOF (f = food). Take away cans or growlers-to-go!
Classic, wood-panelled cocktail bar with a great atmosphere, serving up some of the best cocktails around!
29 locals recommend
The Wallingford Dram
7 Wallingford SquareClassic, wood-panelled cocktail bar with a great atmosphere, serving up some of the best cocktails around!
Seafood
Seasonal, outdoor dining and bar "on the shells" - serving the freshest seafood and best view around!
11 locals recommend
Frisbee's Wharf at Pepperrell Cove
88 Pepperrell RdSeasonal, outdoor dining and bar "on the shells" - serving the freshest seafood and best view around!
Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
150 Congress StreetA favorite of locals and visitors alike!
Surf Portsmouth
99 Bow StSue only carries the freshest seafood, so selection may vary - but if you're looking to pick up something fresh off the boat, this is the place! Sue's is also the place for the most reasonably priced, best no-nonsense lobster roll you can get! And check with them - she may be able to steam your lobsters and steamers for you.
Sue's Seafood
33 Old Post RdSue only carries the freshest seafood, so selection may vary - but if you're looking to pick up something fresh off the boat, this is the place! Sue's is also the place for the most reasonably priced, best no-nonsense lobster roll you can get! And check with them - she may be able to steam your lobsters and steamers for you.