Coffee & Tea Guide!
Iced matcha on the way to the beach? Cold brew and a fresh-baked treat? Cozy catch-ups or work-from-café afternoons? The Seacoast has the perfect spot for every sip! Explore some of our favorite local coffee and tea shops in this year’s Coffee & Tea guide!
flamingos coffee bar
Coffee | Baked Goods
Flamingos Coffee Bar is a bright, beachy café with locations in both Hampton and Exeter, NH, serving up craft coffee, seasonal drinks, and tasty food made with love. Our menu features breakfast favorites, lunch paninis, baked goods (including gluten-free options), that are all sourced with care from local vendors we know and love. We’re proud to work closely with nonprofits in our community and are deeply rooted in the Seacoast—bringing good coffee, good vibes, and good impact to every cup!
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time & tide coffee.
Coffee | Pastries
Located on Main Street in Biddeford, ME, Time & Tide Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster and cafe serving up inventive lattes (don’t sleep on the cult favorite Pistachio Cream), local pastries, open-faced toasts, teas from Rishi Tea & Botanicals and Cup of Sea Seaweed Tea, and a rotating selection of seasonal specials. They even have kiddoccinos for your favorite kiddo! Can’t make it to the cafe? Buy beans online! See the full cafe menu here!
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stella’s cafe.
Coffee | Baked Goods
Visit Stella’s Cafe in Dover for bright charm, locally roasted coffee, and fresh-made breakfast favorites served with a smile. Grab a seat on the patio at Pointe Place and enjoy a slow morning with a muffin, your favorite espresso, and maybe even your pup by your side. It’s a neighborhood gem where good food and good company always shine!
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caffe kilim.
Coffee | Pastries
For 32 years and counting, Caffe Kilim has been fueling the Seacoast with their fresh coffee and top-notch customer service. A family business located in Portsmouth’s West End, Caffe Kilim is an eclectic espresso bar and adored local hangout. In addition to serving handcrafted espresso drinks, Caffe Kilim also offers Turkish coffee and locally sourced pastries. Enjoy the assortment of fresh roasted coffee beans and check the grocery department for a selection of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern specialty food
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backyard coffee house & eatery.
Coffee | Sandwiches
In addition to offering locally-roasted coffee from Bard in Portland, Maine (another place we adore), Backyard Coffeehouse & Eatery, in the heart of Ogunquit, Maine, serves flavorful espresso beverages, MEM loose leaf tea, and a rather delicious iced matcha latte if we do say so ourselves! Backyard serves beer and wine as well! So sit back and relax on a sunny Ogunquit morning, or take some sammies to the beach for midday fuel! We go crazy for the strawberry biscuits!
lils cafe.
Coffee | Pastries
Visit Lil’s Cafe and you’ll immediately be welcomed by a beautiful display of freshly-baked pastries and Lil’s famous crullers (which will practically beg you to devour them before you even sit down). Once you select your treat (or sandwich, soup, or salad), it’s time to enjoy a beautiful cup of craft coffee! Outdoor seating available.
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hygge coffee bar
Coffee | Tea
Hygge is a cozy neighborhood coffee bar in Berwick, Maine, putting a creative spin on classic coffee shop favorites. Though they’re starting small, their vision is big—bringing the community a warm, welcoming space to connect, unwind, and enjoy great coffee!
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nectar cafe
Coffee | Breakfast
Nectar Café is a cozy spot nestled at Bell Farm Shops, serving up delicious breakfast sandwiches, fresh coffee, and seasonal lunch offerings. Enjoy Pie Girl Bakery’s famous cinnamon rolls daily, along with a rotating pastry selection and specialty lattes. In the warmer months, don’t miss our seasonal lobster crolls, perfect for enjoying on the patio. Whether you’re here to sip, snack, or savor, Nectar is your go-to for feel-good food in a peaceful garden setting.
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islander cafe
Coffee | Breakfast
An equally-wonderful to Lil’s Cafe in Kittery, The Islander Cafe in New Castle is charming, quaint, welcoming and cozy. With a lovely selection of breakfast and lunch items made to order, as well as coffee, lattes, baked goods, and Lil’s famous, Crullers, this is the perfect spot to sit back, relax, and watch the world go by…
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ginger fox bakery
Coffee | Pastries & Sandwiches
Ginger Fox is a micro-bakery doing BIG things in Stratham, NH. Combining traditional and alternative baking techniques and mindfully sourcing only the best ingredients, the menu includes a full coffee and tea program, croissants, muffins, breads, sweet and savory laminated pastry, cakes, gluten free and vegan options, gourmet sandwiches, salad, soup, and convenient grab ‘n go items.
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inkwell coffee house.
Coffee | Breakfast
Inkwell Coffee House is a cozy, community-focused coffee shop with locations in Littleton and Exeter, NH. We serve a thoughtfully curated menu of espresso drinks, organic teas, Red Bull infusions, refreshers, and seasonal drink specials, along with a selection of homemade baked goods, including gluten-free options. Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to work, catch up with a friend, or enjoy the river view from our balcony, Inkwell offers a warm and welcoming space for everyone.
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laney & lu.
Coffee | Breakfast & Lunch
Laney & Lu believes food can serve a far greater purpose than simply filling the stomach. The “right” food nourishes the soul, builds community, and connects people with the earth. Their menu features small-batch, locally roasted organic fair trade coffee, herbalist-designed organic teas, thoughtfully crafted transformational beverages, sublime smoothies and smoothie bowls, hearty rice and quinoa bowls, bright and cheerful salads, wraps and sandwiches, and wholesome snacks on the go. Guests can enjoy Laney & Lu at their location in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
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june’s cafe
Coffee | Pastries
Stop by June’s Cafe in the heart of downtown Newmarket for cozy charm, strong coffee, and some of the best pastries around. With outdoor seating right on Main Street, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a cruller in the sunshine and watch the world go by. It’s a sweet slice of Newmarket that’s always worth the stop!
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two bees cafe + patisserie.
Coffee | Lunch
Soak up the season at Two Bees Café + Patisserie, where their cozy patio is the perfect spot to enjoy a fresh, French and Mediterranean-inspired menu. From vibrant salads and sandwiches to handcrafted pastries and desserts, everything is made in-house with seasonal ingredients. Sip on espresso, tea, or one of our refreshing seasonal drinks—or unwind with a glass from our thoughtful beer and wine selection as well as small plates and snacks.
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