Trackside Cafe

Nice little shop within Exeter…read more The moment you walk-in, there's a nice warm and cozy feeling of being at home. The counter is filled with treats. All too tempting to have. I got a 20oz. Chai Latte. Make sure you let them know if you want hot because they default to cold. I love the warm and rich Chai flavor in this breezy November weather. My daughter and I shared the lentil soup and turkey havarti sandwich. It tasted really good. The sandwiches are warm straight from the grill. The soup is rich and full of flavor. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. I like this atmosphere.

I don't understand all the crappy reviews. I had not been here in years and was in dire need of a…read morequick sandwich while in Exeter. Almost skipped it after seeing the general rating. First of all, the place was mobbed and people seemed to be happily eating. The line was quick. I ordered the "veritable veggie" sandwich ($9.95 w/chips) and the peach passionfruit iced tea. Both came fast and were excellent. Bread was fresh and veggies were crisp. Noise wasn't too bad except for a semi-rude couple on their phones who thought we needed to hear their conversations. But all in all a fine experience. Need to go 5 starts to improve upon the poor ratings!

About a third of the interior.

Lentil soup

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Changing Tides Cafe

4.5(86 reviews)

12.5 mi

Coffee and pastries first rate. Staff very friendly. Lunch in the patio delightful and relaxing!…read moreGood for groups.

Super cute spot! Love the patio out back and that my dog could join us. My latte was amazing and…read morestaff was great!

Coffee bar

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Elephantine Bakery

4.7(320 reviews)

12.1 mi

Delightful bakery in a charming little town. We arrived at 7:55 am on a weekday to find a short…read morequeue outside ready for the doors to open at 8. Believe the stellar reviews. Chocolate almond croissant 5/5 Ham and cheese croissant 5/5 Cheddar Jalapeno pretzel 6/5 Olive Ficelle 6/5 Strawberry scone 5/5 Almond croissant 5/5 Service is great, lines move fast, ambience is perfect for the location and how they've branded themselves. Would love to be back for the breakfast dine in menu.

This place made Yelp's list of top 100 coffee shops for 2025, and I am not disappointed!…read more Elephantine crafted the best latte I've ever had (my husband concurs). It was smooth with just the right amount of foam at just the right temperature. We also tried several dishes, and the star of the show was the granola and yogurt dish (I know, not something people usually go out for). Ambiance was charming and cozy. Service was exceptional. Would definitely return!!

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Americano and almond croissant

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Pastries

Market Square Bakehouse

4.4(126 reviews)

8.6 mi

I stopped in for lunch around 1:00 on a Saturday and the salads were already sold out so I got a…read moredelicious egg feta cheddar spinach and caramelized onion wrap which they pressed. My friend also got a pesto cheddar egg sandwich on a biscuit that they crisped up and it was fantastic! I went back for an iced oat milk matcha and had to get the pb&j scone because it looked so good. I only wish they had asked if I wanted a small or medium instead of defaulting to a medium drink since it was pretty big. This is a cute area of town too!

My go to for coffee in downtown. Great vibes and great coffee. The pastries and sandwiches are also…read morevery good. Love the outdoor seating area and that you can order ahead. Only downside is there isn't parking and you need to do either street parking down the road or park at the lot up the street.

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Cold brew with soy

The Brooklyn Cafe

4.9(17 reviews)

11.3 mi

When I realized the Brooklyn Cafe was closer to my workplace than I thought, I had to try it. I…read moreordered a falafel plate and a few rugelach to go. Everything was ready to go when arrived- quick and easy. Online ordering is always a plus. The restaurant is more spacious than I was anticipating and very clean. Let's start with the falafel plate: Delicious and fresh! The homemade pita was a winner. I truly hoped the hummus wouldn't disappoint because sometimes it just does and it was the whole dish's base. My concern was totally unfounded. As for the rugelach? Let me tell you, had I ordered in I would've ordered more than I did! The dough and sweetness was just right. Best I've had in New Hampshire.

The whitefish was lovely, and my bagel was the best GF bagel I can recall having had.read more

Falafel pita

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Common Roots

4.7(43 reviews)

9.9 mi

First morning in Rye... desperate for a really good cup of coffee... and found it here. From a…read morecoffee snob, big thumbs up.

Funky snack shop inside a surf shop. I wonder which came first? Our lox bagel was amply filled…read moreand quite tasty. i also enjoyed an iced chai. Very casual atmosphere. and attentive sweet server.

Sunrise

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Lovely Lox bagel sandwich

GroundSwell Surf Cafe

4.0(65 reviews)

12.0 mi

This place is totally worth the visit! The food is healthy , gut friendly , and so many options to…read morechoose from. The drinks too!!! The coffee or smoothies , to DIE for!!! I was helped by Jacy and her dedication to this shop truly shows , her hard work is inspiring and she really cares about the customers she servers. Never a bad experience coming to Groundswell :)

Honestly the absolute worst latte I've ever had! The first…read moreone tasted like water. After adding an additional shot of coffee to the second attempt, the coffee was so bitter, it tasted like Old GROUNDS! The paper cup has a better flavor than the coffee. Comparable to gas station coffee that's been sitting all day!

Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito

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Vegan Tacos

June’s Cafe

4.6(13 reviews)

6.7 mi

We had the The River Mill for lunch for $16.00 which was…read moreFlank steak, cheddar cheese, chimichurri avocado,arugula, chipotle mayonnaise on a baguette. It was excellent!! The crullers are good but not for me because they are too eggy or gooey inside. Same with the chocolate chip cookies which is so undercooked I can taste the flour. The matcha latte was delicious. The dining room is tiny. Service was excellent

Cozy breakfast and lunch spot in Newmarket. Their specialty coffees are delicious and I've been…read moreseveral times and everything I've had has been perfect. From the Mill Town classic, to the Ironworks, to the Harrigan - they all have unique flavors and are very hearty. Get your breakfast sandwich on English muffin bread - you won't be disappointed. Service is always excellent and friendly. Small sitting area inside and new seating outside!

Interior

Cruller bites 4 for $5

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Exterior

Blooms and Brews Cafe

4.7(16 reviews)

17.8 mi

I had such a great latte here on a drive-by whim, and I'm so glad I did! The quality was A+, the…read morecoffee was nice and hot, and the flavor was absolutely delicious. The staff was also nice, and seemed to handle the Saturday morning rush well. I look forward to the next time I can make it back!

This is 20 mins away from our house but we make the drive for the delicious lattes and sandwiches…read more I love coffee but only ever drink a little. I love the mini latte. It's the perfect size if you just need a taste. I'm a big fan of their turkey melt. The ingredients seem clean and homemade. It takes a bit for them to make everything but you can order ahead online. Highly recommend if you are in a rush. The place itself is clean and has plants and candles for purchase which is super cute.

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Street

3.8(52 reviews)

0.7 mi

We had the Porchetta and Cubano sandwiches, my son and I shared them and both were equally…read moredelicious for various reasons. The Porchetta heavily relied on the pork and the sear, seasoning and proper cooking of the meat. It pulled apart easily, had a nice thin crust on it and was plenty tender while also juicy. The arugula was a good balance and helped keep the cheese in place. The bread was perfectly toasted and crusty but absolutely fresh like a good hoagie should be. The Cubano had seasonings ON the panini pressed bread that were on point with the rest of the flavor profile of the sandwich. The balance between the mustard, pickles, and seasoned bread accentuated the meat instead of covering it up. Everything tasted and felt incredibly fresh and we look forward to our next stop here when we are in town.

Ambiance is great. And only a few other tables were occupied so it was not loud. Unfortunately, we…read moremust have gone on an "off day" with lack of service-a lot of waiting once seated) Couldn't find waitress when we needed something and for paying the bill etc. The food was not its usual deliciousness. The tortilla chips stale (new ones cooked for us), Falafel wrap stale and falafel balls hard. Requested crispy fries, they were limp. Our bill for 3 meals, 1 app and 4 ice teas was $93. Before tipping. None of us realized or were reminded that french fries were additional 6.50 to our sandwiches. Many restaurants have sandwiches which come with fries so we unfortunately presumed this when asked what side we wanted. Ice teas were $4 each-no free refills which also seemed high. Overall not a great experience.

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Bibimbap

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Entryway view. Kids colorings on the wall and funky colored tabletops on the right.

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Karla K.

9 years ago

My family's favorite place to eat! Great food, wonderful atmosphere, excellent and genuine customer service! My children love to watch the train stop to pick up passengers right outside the window. The homemade hash is the best around. Pancakes are huge! My meal is always cooked to perfection. It is a quaint little spot tucked inside the back of Gerry's Variety Store. This place is one of Exeter's hidden gems! read more

Darcy K.

10 years ago

If you haven't checked trackside out in awhile I would try it out... Homemade hash, constantly rotating omelette specials, fresh fruit cups, soups changing out daily, and a very friendly and fast service. read more

Elizabeth W.

7 years ago

The place is small but the food is great and inexpensive. The breakfast burrito is a favorite of mine. Also the staff is very friendly.

Christopher C.

13 years ago

Food is good (could be improved), service and atmosphere are both Excellent!

Lisa B.

4 years ago

Great food and service always! My boyfriend and I love this place A+++

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