It was such a warm and welcoming atmosphere on a cold winter morning. Pastries looked amazing and all the packaged goods on the shelves were authentic and well sourced. The delightful scent of coffee was in the air and the staff were absolutely friendly as you approached the counter. Despite a buzz of patrons trickling in and ordering, the coffee was delivered to the table shortly after I sat. The staff obviously had a strong momentum going as I watched other tables being served just as quickly. Before I could even really start sipping on my piping hot Cafe Au Lait, I was served my salad and crepe. It was fun to watch how each person worked their station passionately. The lady preparing the crepes meticulously cleaned her station as she cooked. The staff on coffee were brewing away and sending cups out to diners. Other items were coming out from the back kitchen. They worked in unison like a well oiled machine. I definitely enjoyed my coffee. My salad was generous and hit the spot. The crepe was acceptable. Would I come back? Yeah, definitely my type of breakfast spot when visiting Portsmouth again. I definitely will try their croissants next time as well as check out their wine bar in the evenings! read more

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This French pastry Shoppe is wonderful Beautiful pastries Very nice waitstaff Stop by, you'll be glad you did BTW if you like macaroons you will not go wrong buying several read more

While in the area and looking for a sweet treat. We came across. MN. We had 2 options. We could stand in line and order and sit in the general seating. Area or opt for service at the wine bar, we chose to seat ourselves at the bar after we placed our order. There was a line when we arrived. But service was very efficient, and we were quickly helped. There was a wait for our beverages. However it was well worth it. My mother was looking for a standard drip coffee and due to none being available.An excellent option of an americano was offered and she fell in love with it immediately. The deserts were also very well crafted and had excellent flavor. Definitely a place to stop. Relax people watch and enjoy a little treat with some great coffee options. read more

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Overall: kind service, fast casual cafe, fresh food, indoor and outdoor seating, single stall gendered restrooms I enjoyed a cup of coffee in a big mug and La Provencale, which was a savory crepe with fresh veggies. The crepe was perfectly done and the flavors were balanced. I felt very good after eating it. read more

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It was my first time visiting Portsmouth for a race and my friends and I were looking for some delicious brunch food. Though Maison Navarre was not initially our first choice, we are so glad we eventually came to this restaurant! Their various dishes, including the avocado and salmon toast, as well as their waffle, were to die for! Their coffee and teas were also delicious. It was a perfect meal after a long run!! Highly recommend trying it! read more

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Stopped in for brekkie & am never disappointed with their build your own croissant Sammie. Gryuere is my go to for cheese, I mix it up everytime I stopped, today just gruyere with 2 scrambled. Its crisp, fluffy & delicious. I've been visiting for years and they are always consistent & delish. read more

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The staff was great! The macaroons are amazing! My husband had the raspberry and I had the chocolate hazelnut! Ohhh lala! Chi tea and cafe at lair was scrumptious. You can also have a lovely glass of French wine. Hungry for something more? A wonderful menu with hot and cold items including crepes. Something yummy for everyone! read more

Chocolate croissant, butter croissant, the best vanilla latte with almond milk I've had in a while. Way better than Starbucks. The French onion soup and a breakfast croissant sandwich were also stellar! read more

We had a fantastic Mother's Day Sunday brunch at La Maison Navarre - what a wonderful find! We were able to make a reservation for Mother's Day online but there also appeared to be walk-in tables and counter seating available. We sat upstairs which was cozy and quiet. Service was excellent and the food was great as well. Can't wait to try the macarons! read more

La Maison Navarre - Les Macarons - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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I was walking by this French bakery this past weekend and told myself I needed to come back to investigate. Drove back over later that night and got 3 pastry for an after dinner dessert with some tea. The staff was super friendly and polite and was happy to explain things and give recommendations. Ultimately, I loved everything. The Pistachio Tart was delicious and delivered a mild nutty flavor but wasn't overly sweet. The ganache inside was the perfect richness to balance out the light pistachio mousse. The Pear Hazelnut was still very good, but of the 3, my least favorite (absolutely still recommend especially if you're in the mood for something lighter and a little less rich), the hazelnut flavor wasn't quite as strong as I would have wanted but overall, still enjoyed it. Lastly, we ate the Royal au Choclat. One bite and all I could muster up was "oh god". It was unbelievable. It was rich, but not too sweet and the hazelnut flavor in there was very pronounced and it lent such a great texture contrast as there were some crispies layered in there. 10/10. Order we ate them in was Pear - Pistachio - Chocolate. It was the perfect order. Shared among 3 of us after dinner and it was just right. Loved this place and will absolutely be back. Perhaps during the day so I can enjoy the cafe for the full experience. It looked like a pleasant spot to enjoy an espresso or cortado. read more

La Maison Navarre - Top left: Pear Hazelnut Tart 8/10 Bott left: Chocolate Pistachio Tart 9/10 Top right: Royal au Choclat 10/10 - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Came in at around 9:30am on a weekend to beat the crowds and got comfortable seating, good service and most especially, fresh food! To try something other than my usual croissant and coffee, I decided to get their savory crepes (it is a Parisian Cafe after all lol) and so happy I did! The La Di Parma and La Classique were so good! The crepes held all the ingredients nicely and all the flavors blended so well into a nice and hearty breakfast without overfilling. Lattes were nice too but didnt have the latte art that I always enjoy for aesthetics; but otherwise nice ratio of espresso and steamed milk. The are a lot of desserts to choose from but since it was too early in the morning (or was it? haha) I just decided to be good and skip it. Overall a nice place for breakfast-Busy area but also within walking distance to cute and charming places downtown. read more

We went for restaurant week. Our reservation was for 4:15. We were a party of five. They sat us at a small table , cramped against the kitchen. Food was sub par. Our waiter was wonderful, tho. We wouldn't go back. read more

Stopped by on a Sunday evening. Opened the door to hear a woman yelling toward the line at the counter "We're only serving macarons right now, we're about to close!" Not in a very nice tone. We may have stayed in line to get one, but that turned us off, and we left. Decided to give it a try the next day, only because we had a gift card. The woman at the counter was unfriendly (didn't smile once) and impatient while we decided, even though there was no line. She definitely was also put off by the gift card, and having to process it. We each got a coffee, which were both decent, the best part of the experience. My husband got a croissant sandwich, which was so toasted it bordered on burnt, not one to complain to restaurant staff, he simply just didn't eat most of it. I ordered a Parisian (rosemary ham and cheese) and added arugula and dill sauce. Best part about the sandwich was the pretty wrapping. The baguette was tough and chewy, and the sandwich was pretty flavorless. The only thing that stood out was the arugula that I had asked to be added. I also threw some of mine away. Maybe their pastries are better? Between the lackluster food, rude service, and high prices, I would find another nearby bakery. We left and got smoothies at Fresh Press (now Salud) instead. Much better experience. Two stars for the coffee. read more

La Maison Navarre - Parisian with added arugula and dill spread. - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

We experienced the upstairs wine bar brunch, which is different from the general counter service section. They have different menus and styles... Brunch was great! They had a lot of coffee options to choose from (Americano, latte, cappuccino, etc) in two sizes-- small and large. They also have some fancy juice options that come in a glass bottle and are more of a purée, keeping to their French origin. The menu has both sweet and savory choices. This is a small spot, so reservations are required for the upstairs brunch. read more

La Maison Navarre - Latte (small) - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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I was really looking forward to trying this place given all the hype and positive reviews, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to expectations. I stopped by for some desserts after dinner and ordered the Royal au Chocolat and the Lemon Berry Cake. Both pastries were served cold and tasted like they'd been sitting around for a couple of days--not fresh at all. At the premium price point, I expected much better quality. For a pastry shop, having fresh, well-made pastries should be the bare minimum. Overall, a disappointing experience. read more

We love this place, good food, pastries and good vibes. Definitely come back again. Highly recommended! read more

La Maison Navarre - Pastries - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Yummy!!!! This is my second time here and it did not disappoint! The ambiance is very french and so lovely. The desserts look amazing but i resisted!! I ordered the make your own croissant.Had bacon, arugula, and tomato on the croissant with a scrambled egg on the side and a side salad as well. The croissant was flaky and delicious. The side salad dressing was tasty and the egg was perfectly scrambled. hubby got the niçoise salad with tuna and our daughter got the french onion soup. It was the best soup i'd ever had!! Love this place tons! read more

Excellent excellent excellent. The oatmilk cappuccino has a great toasty flavor, and has been reliably good on multiple visits. The pastries are terrific -- I've gotten the almond croissant and the chocolate twist, both of which were heavenly. Awesome crispy and flaky crust, with a nice chewiness on the inside. Staff is friendly (and from what I can tell, very authentically French). The cafe part has plenty of seating and feels very open and inviting. We've made it a point to visit each time we come to Portsmouth! read more

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I had no clue that they served brunch on the weekends. What an amazing best kept secret. The pastry shop is wonderful and I always come for the macarons. $19 for 6 and $39 for 12. Upstairs you can sit and have full service at a table. The breakfast was so delightful. Service was great and our waitress was extremely knowledgeable about items on menu and the cheese shop. An array of imported cheese with great prices. I highly recommend this bistro. Bon appetit. read more

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I stopped in at La Maison Navarre for a coffee and pastry this afternoon. Parking was tough in Portland on a Friday afternoon.... My latte was rich and creamy. My almond croissant was disappointing: the filling was delicious but the exterior was not as flaky and as crispy as it could be. The service was excellent. read more

La Maison Navarre - Almond Croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

La Maison Navarre is a great stop for lunch on a cold day. Our parsnip soup was hot and warming. The pastries are good and authentically French. It can be hard to grab seating as it gets busy. read more

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We had dinner at the wine bar on Friday night. The space is small (maybe 20 seats) and is located on a mezzanine a short flight of steps from the larger cafe. The chef is on a platform in the back of the space behind plexiglass, which was fun. The food was excellent. We had a pear salad, the chicken breast with pappardelle, and the beef bourguignon. Don't miss the bread which is served with salted butter and so delicious. They do take reservations. The staff was super friendly and professional, and it was all in all a great experience. The bill for three of us with two glasses of wine each, a shared salad, three entrees, and bread was $220 plus tip. we're locals and will definitely be back again. read more

Their croissants and other baked goods are as authentic as I've found in New England. We love buying an assortment of goodies and walking to the nearby park for a relaxing waterside picnic. read more

La Maison Navarre is a great bakery If you want to visit Paris and you are in Portsmouth this is the place. You can feel the energy as soon as you open the door. You can sit outside and bring your dog however it's not really ideal sitting outside because it's very busy on Congress Street. Go early because if you're looking for Kouign-Amann they sell out by the afternoon. They have a large selection of authentic colorful macaroons which they are known for. Inside there is bistro eating upstairs or sit for counter service downstairs. They have a full menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The owner Victor is very nice and is helpful in guiding you in his menu. Everything on the menu is delicieux! Bon appetit! read more

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We stayed overnight on a trip to northern Maine and stoped by here based on reviews. The place is bright airy and clean. Searing inside near counter, upstairs and outside. Super comfy. We started with a Kouign-amann (pronounced Queen Aman). This is one of my favorite pastries. It's croissant dough with salted butter and caramelized sugar. If you haven't tried it- treat yourself. Light, sweet melt in your mouth. I get these everywhere I see them. This was the best. (Better than ones in Paris that I've had). The lattes were strong (perfect) and serving size was generous. I had prosciutto, Gruyère and avocado-yummy! My partner had the Croque salmon. Better than salmon on a bagel. It was flavorful but not heavy. Perfectly balanced. The staff was attentive,and patient, even the other guests -a young family with a gaggle of little girls added a delightful touch to our morning. This town will be on way to our property in Maine so we will Make it a regular stop from now on. read more

I don't like to write negative reviews but feel compelled to for this place. We were on the hunt for an eclair and wound up here - a single eclair was over $8 with tax, which is more than I've ever spent on one (I think this is about the same price as Laduree). If it tasted good this would be okay (if not still a little cringeworthy) but everything about this was wrong. It tasted like it was frozen and bought in bulk, not made in house. The pastry cream was tight, almost like ice cream, and flavorless. The choux was too thin and rubbery. We threw it away after one bite each. We didn't try these, but I also noticed that the macarons were unevenly sized and flat looking. The croissants looked burnt. Perhaps they were tasty, but visually these should have been a warning that something was off. read more

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My last review of this spot was definitely not great. I've been here the last 2 mornings that I've been in Portsmouth and they have definitely redeemed themselves. The food has been amazing as well as the presentation. Service is also 100 percent better. All around great experience and back to what I remember. read more

La Maison Navarre - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Actually so yummy. We got macarons and an iced latte and it was perfect. The cashiers were very friendly and welcoming and gave us their recommendations. Such a cute little shop. read more

La Maison Navarre - Iced oat milk vanilla latte - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Some more macaron thoughts as I try more flavors: pistachio and hazelnut were pretty with the nut pieces on the shells, but the flavor was very light/hard to detect. They simply felt decadent due to the filling but not flavorful. The raspberry on the other hand was filled with a yummy jam. I enjoy being able to taste the flavors, so the raspberry was the only winner here of the three for me. read more

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Get the Kouign Amann! It was a surprising version of that pastry I had never had before. Delicious and flaky outside filled with some kind of cream in the middle? I've never had a filled Kourign Amann before and this was really delicious! The almond croissant was ok. The croissant part is very flaky and buttery. But the filling wasn't the best I've ever had. And all of the macarons we got were a bit disappointing. My friend got the lavender one and she really liked it because it was very lavender-forward. The rest were just average. read more

This is the best all around day time cafe for brunch, pastries and coffee in Portsmouth. With the owners authenticly français, they offer delicious crepes and other petit déjeuner and french lunch items such as Croque Madame and Croque Monsieur. Which if you were like me and had never heard of before it is like a fancy ham, or cheese sandwich with egg, only made with fresh spices, sauces, and ingredients on the thickest french loaf bread topped fine french cheeses. They also have an upstairs wine bar, a few outdoor seating and solid customer service. Hands down the most flavorful espresso in Portsmouth with a thick, velvety texture and a distinctive crema that let's you know they do not mind spending money on their beans. If visiting Portsmouth during the day this place is must, even if you just pop in to grab a bag, of croissants and Macarons. read more

Great cappuccino as we walked the walk for No Kings Rally. Well worth the stop for a cup.

I can't believe this place has been in Portsmouth all this time and I've missed it! They have all of the delicious things: crepes (savory AND sweet), waffles, croissant breakfast sandwiches, intricate salads, macarons. I opted for the savory buckwheat crepe, which was so so good, but now I really need to come back to try the rest! The inside is also super cute, and the staff very kind (we forgot our daughter's snack, and they let us purchase an off the menu banana as a quick rescue). Also, most importantly, the coffee is very good. read more

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Food: Amazing assortment of brunch food and lunch food. There are countless pastries as well. I tried some pistachio macarons and they were perfectly made. I also tried the hazelnut chocolate tart. It was creamy and super decadent. I had an egg sandwich that had amazing cheese and ham on brioche. It came with a salad. I think the food was high quality and at a good price. Atmosphere: You order at the front and you can sit on the ground floor or upstairs. It was pretty crowded because it was the weekend but it wasn't that hard to find somewhere to sit. Service: The food came out pretty quickly but the servers were not super friendly but everyone is allowed to have an off day. The food was so good this didn't matter much to me also it didn't matter much since you don't have an actual server here. Overall I would definitely return and try more meals. read more

La Maison Navarre - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire

A true hidden gem in Portsmouth!! I have lived in the area with my family for a long time and I just stumbled in here for the first time this weekend. The crepes, macaroons and lattes were delightful and the staff are equally as amazing! Highly recommend if you are in downtown Portsmouth. read more

Tasty coffee, delicious crepes, delicate macarons, friendly service, and a great atmosphere. What's not to like? La Maison is hands down one of my favorite places to go when I need to catch up on work, or just need a change of scenery from the office. They have a spacious bar area with outlets that you can use to keep your laptops charged. You can also use their complimentary wi-fi with a FB check-in. (or just ask for the wifi password.) My favorite things to snack on are, of course, the macarons, there are so many delicious flavors! I personally love the pistachio, coffee, vanilla, and rose flavor. Their crepes are so fluffy and delicate. I recommend the Honey Butter crepe. Sadly I moved to a new city but whenever I visit Portsmouth I'd always visit this quaint little coffee shop! read more

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The pastries here are top notch. And it turns out their breakfast is terrific too. I had a yummy croissant sandwich with scrambled eggs and pickled onions with a side salad. Everything was incredibly tasty. I saw people having opera cake with their breakfast. You do you! read more

Are you looking for a spot to pick up some goodies and a coffee on the go? Are you looking for a spot to chill and relax over some nice pastries? This was a Yelp find that I have to say I would highly recommend if you are answered yes to any of those two questions above! I was looking for macarons to try and my hubby wanted a cup of coffee. So I ordered everything to go and we were both such a happy camper. He really liked his Spanish latte and I loved their macarons. They have so many great flavors to choose from. I wanted to try all of them. Prices were pretty reasonable and if I lived locally, I would definitely be a frequent customer. 2 thumbs up from this Yelper! I highly recommend it! Tips: *Indoor seating *Credit card accepted *They serve food as well. *They sell treats as well. *Street parking read more

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Cute French pastry shop in Portsmouth. They have a wide variety of macaroons and pastries. They also have nitro cold brew and kombucha on tap. You can dine in or get takeout. Their pastries are a must try! They're so elegant and dainty. I got the Opera cake and Paris-Brest. Both were light, fluffy and not too heavy. They also do savoury crepes that seem to be highly rated. I'll definitely be back again for brunch. read more

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I stopped here on a whim - ordered two macarons, a French onion soup, and a kombucha. The two macarons we got were chestnut and pear and salted caramel. Both were good but the salted caramel filling was amazing. It was a real caramel which meant that it was pretty firm inside (cracked the macaron trying to share!). The kombucha was also on draft (strawberry sage when I went). The French onion soup blew me away! The broth was fantastic and came with toasted seasoned baguette on the side. They also had savory and sweet crepe options with both white and buckwheat crepes. We came towards the end of table service but wish we were given napkins/utensils for the soup since there didn't appear to be any napkin dispensers. read more

La Maison Navarre - French Onion Soup - Bakeries Near Me - Portsmouth, New Hampshire