Location: Kittery
Top Restaurants in Kittery
Kittery Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kittery
Sitting at the southernmost corner of Maine, Kittery is a charming small town and one of the most historic communities in the state. First settled in 1623, Kittery features some of the oldest architecture in Maine, including the John Bray House, built back in 1662. Nearby Fort McClary has been guarding the entrance to the Piscataqua River for over 275 years, having been manned through five wars. Another nearby attraction is York's Wild Kingdom, the state's largest zoo and amusement park.
Things to do in Kittery
1. Beach Pea Baking Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By 2coastal
Followed the suggestions of some of the employees and ordered some terrific sandwiches, bread and dessert. Can't wait to go back! There are so many delicious items and a great group of employees. Energetic and welcoming. My wife had a toasted vegetable sandwich that I am going to have next time, while I had the roast beef on garlic bread, also toasted...delectable. We also could not pass up the desserts, after all, it IS a bakery.
2. Lil's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By Mary B - Kittery, Maine
Me and my husband stopped into Lils for a quick treat. he got the cruller which was very good, but the glaze was weird, very sticky and tasted like cinnamon and water. so i told someone at the counter and she very nicely offered me a classic cruller on the house, and that was outstanding. we decided to try a piece of the blueberry pie. it was terrible.. it didnt hold together well at all, and you could see big specs of either cornstarch or tapioca everywhere in the pie, very unpleasant texture biting into those. it just tasted like fresh blueberries and syrup. given the price per slice i had higher hopes :(
3. Henry VIII Carvery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
We are a specialty sandwich shop featuring Certified Angus Beef®, roast Turkey breast, roast pork loin and smoked ham. All of our tender and delicious roasts are cooked and carved on the premises. Each sandwich is made with the best ingredients we can find, such as Hellmann's® mayonnaise, Maine-grown on-the-vine tomatoes and an artisanal bread. Try any one of our sandwiches, wraps, salads or homemade soups and you'll see why "Our Secret's in the Execution!"
Reviewed By Keydet72 - Brunswick, Maine
Recommended by a friend, we decided to stop here for lunch. (Note opening days methinks they are closed Tuesday/Wednesday).
A congenial server/host/order receiver took our orders and we were seated promptly. The food arrived an instant later and we were pleased. My wife enjoyed a Turkey special, this writer had the beef Bearnaise plus a side of potato salad. Masterful!
The bread is excellent, the meat and accompanying sauces well blended; two GOOD lunch sandwiches.
The room is small yet comfortable. We'll return gladly.
4. Green Elephant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By Kristin G
Perfect spot for a quick bite to eat. I ate at the bar. The cozy atmosphere, cool music playing in the background & aromas make this place a gem.
I enjoyed a perfect size lunch of Fragrant Coconut Soup with tofu and bella mushrooms along with the Hot & Spicy Soy Sticks. Both Evan both pack a punch of flavor. You can order the soup on a 1-4 heat scale. I ordered 3 & it was the perfect amount of spice/heat.
I will be back. Delicious!
5. Popovers On The Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 597 reviews
Reviewed By Jennifer C - South Portland, Maine
This is one of our favorite places for lunch when we come to Portsmouth. Get there early though! It's seat yourself and it fills up fast! My daughter had the Kid's Cheese Quesadilla, which was huge and "yummy"! It's served with sour cream and salsa. My husband had the Cubano Panini, which he said was excellent. I had the Cranberry Apple Panini, which is meatless and delicious! Both our sandwiches came with Kettle Cooked chips. They same desserts and pastries. Also serve beer, wine. Mimosas, Bloody Marys, espresso drinks, coffee and soda. They have a great kid's menu. They are also open for breakfast.
6. La Maison Navarre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
La Maison Navarre offers fresh homemade high quality products. In the long tradition of "Patisserie, Salon de The", we perpetuate the taste, the elegance and the French know-how.
Reviewed By saestes - Ogunquit, Maine
MN is such a cute place in Portsmouth, NH. The macarons are done really well, and they provide little boxes to take home/give someone, which is really convenient. The only thing I've tried on the menu other than macarons so far was a L'Alpine crepe, and it was incredible. I look forward to trying more things soon.
I love the clean, white, French aesthetic of the place, it adds so much.
7. Breaking New Grounds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By lighthouselady63 - Boston, Massachusetts
After strolling and browsing the many shops of downtown Portsmouth, NH hubby , daughter & I needed an afternoon pick me up. Portsmouth seems to be café nirvana. Their are lots of coffee shops to pick from and each one has its own ambiance. From book store coffee shop to bakery coffee shops, so not easy to pick just the right one. Yet above them all, we chose Breaking New Grounds. Very clever name. And quite spacious with tables to accommodate everyone. They offer delicious cakes, pastry, bagels along with hand crafted coffees. The baristas sure know their coffees! As busy as the place is, the line moves along quickly and your order done without much delay. Love their wide selections of coffees and coffee creations. No wonder it seems to be a favorite place among locals and tourists. We'll definitely return when we toodle around Portsmouth again.
8. Bob's Clam Hut
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Established in 1956 on busy Route One long before that stretch became bustling and busy with Kittery's outlet shops, Bob’s was the locals' golden fried standard. Now Bob's is a favorite spot for locals and travelers alike. We hear it from our guests: no trip to Maine is complete without a meal at Bob's Clam Hut.Bob's is committed to serving traditional Maine fried seafood with straightforward simplicity. Our clams are always fresh, which means daily deliveries--we're too small to store more than that anyway. We use "specials," which are clams hand-selected for consistent size and quality. We follow the original Bob's recipes, including the famous tartar sauce. Customer favorites include Bob's New England Clam Chowder, Lobster Stew, the traditional Bob's fried clams, and the Lillian fried clams. The volume of fryolator oil we go through amazes our suppliers--our oil cleanliness standards are second to none. Our staff uses the same cook-to-order system that Bob and his family developed way back when the Clam Hut first opened.Open for lunch and dinner year round from 11:00.
Reviewed By hemingray55 - Sacramento, CA
We made a trip just for the highly rated lobster rolls and were not disappointed. They really are great. Also enjoyable was the clam chowder. I don't like heavy creamy chowder, and in my book Bob's is just great - a big clam flavor without all that cream. One visit, so could not try the clams - next time! Well worth a visit, especially if the weather allows you to sit outside!
9. Ristorante Massimo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 544 reviews
Reviewed By Sharon W - Walpole, Massachusetts
I had dined a number of times at Massimo’s while working in Portsmouth. I was always delighted by the dining experience. I wanted my husband to enjoy a special birthday dinner so I planned an overnight stay in Portsmouth.
From the moment we arrived, the experience was stellar. We we’re warmly greeted by everyone and they each went out of their way to wish my husband “happy birthday!” The service we received from Steve was exemplary and we were even visited by the owner.
The food was delectable, from the board of locally sourced cheeses to pair with our wine to the phenomenal entrees. My lamb shank Ossobuco was the most delicious I have ever had, not to be outdone by the veal chop my husband ordered.
They presented my husband with a complimentary box of delicious treats that included mini cannolis, cookies, sesame candy, nuts and candied orange rind, All delicious! It was a perfectly wonderful dining experience and birthday celebration. It exceeded all of my expectations. Looking forward to our next opportunity to dine at Ristorante Massimo’s!
10. Robert's Maine Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Robert's opened in June 2006 with the same mission that it has today: to take a fresh spin on farm-to-table Maine cuisine. Sourcing local ingredients has always been a strong part of Maine culture, and we are passionate about taking these values to the next level with innovative dishes and modern ambience. So yes, we are renowned for our lobster, baked and fried seafood, steaks, burgers and local craft beer, but we also strive to include New American elements to our menu with seasonal, local ingredients. Over the years, Robert's has grown to become a Maine institution, celebrating the evolving culinary landscape of the state. Most importantly, we strive to serve locals and visitors with food that is fresh, mindful and delicious!
Reviewed By adrianjohn52 - Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
We have eaten here with our son many times and had the community diner twice the food has always been good and a vibrant place, service is good and a good choice of drinks.
