Cafe Espresso

800 Islington St, Portsmouth
(603) 334-3407

Recent Reviews

Eli Carrier

We were here in a party of 21 and they got us our food pretty quick for a party that big. We had a couple drinks go missing, i got the sausage gravy biscuit and it was super dry and way too thick of gravy. Overall not terrible but I definitely would order something different.Parking: It's in a plaza so parking was easy.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Jim Tavolieri

One of our favorite breakfast spots. Place never

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Evan C.

Best food and affordable nice walk to place and the servers are nice and good Ambiance

Nick Van Riper

Delicious food, some unique options, good service, nice atmosphere, cheaper than similar quality restaurants.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bart B.

The ladies at Suds recommended this establishment for a great breakfast, they were spot on. The service was great and the food was equally great. Staff is extremely friendly and they all work well together. Well run restaurant, they will be successful with how they are running, I will be back.

Craig T

Good food, try the croissant breakfast sandwich ?

Gregory MacDougall

I really cannot believe that you would serve what I had this morning. I have written about 400 reviews and never had food like this. I had an egg sandwich with cheese and sausage on a bagel. I was not expecting a NYC bagel but I was expecting it to be edible. It was hard as if it was an old bagel bought from a grocery store days ago. I took the egg off and ate it with an overly toasted bread that my wife had. My wife had the scrambled eggs with onions pepper and ham. She found four pieces of ham, the onions and peppers were crunchy. The side of potatoes as well as the side of bacon also looked like and tasted like they came from the day before. Seriously, the sign outside says support your local business. They need some serious quality control. Maybe they treat the locals differently. I cannot believe what I experienced.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Girija Raman

Cafe Espresso has a very warm and friendly atmosphere. Great food very wholesome and delicious. Service was quick and very nice. The staff are very cheerful and refill the coffee quickly. Coffee was excellent. Enjoyed our visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Toast with Eggs Any Style, French Toast

Bruce Montville

An embarrassment of choices of delectable delights. With creative "Specials" everyday.Everything is cooked to perfection With truly original flavorful fare for a very reasonable price. Staff is Amazing. Happy to have found this unique comfort zone.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Home Fries, Eggs Benedict

Leslie Slater

The menu is huge and I had a hard time choosing but once my order came the food was pretty basic. The service was outstanding. We had a party of 11 and we didn’t have reservations but they were pleasant and welcoming.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Rhoda Tavolieri

My daughter and I were looking for a coffee shop and ended up finding a gem breakfast spot in Cafe Espresso!! Our server Jack was friendly and prompt. Our breakfast was delicious and served quickly, yet we were able to take our time and enjoy it without feeling rushed. Highly recommend this great spot!! We will definitely be returning. Thanks again Cafe Espresso!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica S.

My tea was lukewarm. My baked beans were scorching hot (steam coming off them). Breakfast burrito was ridiculously salty & the tortilla was cold and tasted like someone just took it out of a bag & didn't even bother warming it up. The home fries however were DELICIOUS. Probably the best home fries I've ever had.

Andrew B.

Went there on a Saturday morning for breakfast. Seems to be only one person working. The food was so burnt I could not eat it . Very expensive so something that was terrible. Paid check and left plate full on table

Traveling Traveler

This place is a real gem!!!! Forget the fancy over priced shops downtown. It's in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking. The Cafe is super cute and comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing!!! 10/10 couldn't make it better or have better ingredients! The servers are super friendly but not "in your face". You get to enjoy your amazing food comfortably and peacefully. If you see anything on the menu you think will be good, it'll be better than you imagine!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren P.

Healthy, good sized portions for a great price. I had the best home fries I have ever eaten there. So so good! Good service and very kind staff.

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