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Caffe Kilim
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Caffe Kilim

About Caffe Kilim

Welcome to Caffe Kilim, a friendly Cafe in Portsmouth, NH, known for great food, welcoming service, and a comfortable place to gather. Rated 4.80 out of 5 from 449 reviews, we are proud to offer great service and quality and accessible facilities for a better experience.

★★★★★ 4.80 rating (449 reviews)
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Caffe Kilim interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Majid Attar

Majid Attar

year ago

A cozy café with a wide selection of coffee, delicious cookies, and pastries—perfect for hanging out. It has a strong Turkish influence, adding to its unique charm.

Michael Greenberg

Michael Greenberg

3 years ago

Caffe Kilim is definitely one of the better cafes in Portsmouth. The Turkish coffee is delicious, and served in traditional Turkish coffee cups. If you haven’t had one and like strong coffee, this one is for you. Ask for it with some sugar, and ask to be shown how to drink it - you don’t want to sip the grinds!

Laurie _

Laurie _

8 months ago

I asked the barista for a recommendation and was guided toward one of their less-sweet autumn specials—featuring house-made pumpkin pie syrup and tahini. It was absolute perfection. The latte was rich and nuanced, and the cozy ambiance—layered with warm decor and a gentle cultural vibe—made the whole experience feel thoughtful and inviting.

Sammi

Sammi

5 years ago

I stopped in here while in Portsmouth to get a quick snack and a coffee, and man was I glad we stopped! The inside is so unique and fun with the Turkish flair and influence. The snacks and coffee was excellent and there were options as well for Turkish snacks. I'd recommend their Turkish breakfast sandwich which was feta, green bell peppers, and tomato on bread. Delicious! Folks inside were really friendly and quick to help customers. I'd definitely say stop in if you're nearby!

Daglar Tanrikulu

Daglar Tanrikulu

5 months ago

I love this place. Great atmosphere and good coffee. They also have a small “market” area where you can buy Turkish goods. The staff and the owner are the nicest people. I often go there to sit and work while enjoying a coffee, or to bring friends to chat and relax because the indoor decor is really cool and cozy. And every time I’m there, I love the music playlist they have in the background. Keep it playing. 🎶 :)

Tyla Timmons

Tyla Timmons

2 months ago

I love the lattes! So many different flavors & you can’t pass up their specialty lattes! The seasonal ones are to die for 😍

Becky Neal

Becky Neal

5 months ago

Cafe Kilim brews up some delicious coffee. Super chill vibes where locals love to hang The market offers a great diverse variety of unique food and gift items made from locals. Decided to stop by as I saw an available parking space, which is like finding gold!. The sun peaked out on this particular October afternoon, making it perfect timing to sit outside at one of the Bistro tables and sip my brew, soak up some sun, and watch the world go by. Excellent customer service, too! Stop by this unique spot and soak up some local flavor!

Ashley Towers

Ashley Towers

7 months ago

All around my favorite stop so far… visiting from Minneapolis and just happened upon this spot and it was not only a great iced mocha but THE BEST Turkish delights and gifts HOLY COW!!!! FRICKEN AMAZING…. Would be a regular if I lived out here 10/10 would recommend

Kim Boualavong

Kim Boualavong

4 months ago

My husband and I absolutely adore Caffe Kilim! This is our go to coffee spot every morning. The baristas are fantastic and always so welcoming when we come to the shop. We've become regulars here and the coffee is always consistent every day. On the weekends, we love hanging out in the shop and reading the Sunday newspapers. Everybody here is so sweet! Definitely check them out if you're in Portsmouth!

Asher

Asher

4 months ago

Genuinely this has been one of the cutest and most welcoming coffee places I’ve ever been too. The staff were so incredibly welcoming and sweet and I talked with the baristas like the whole time while I was there and they were so sweet, also their decorations were absolutely gorgeous it felt like a cute little home inside, it was very welcoming and extremely nice to sit and relax there for a bit. They had a bigger space than i imagined and there was plenty of spots for people to sit and do work or just enjoy their coffee (exactly what I did) and it all around was such a pleasant experience and atmosphere there coffee was also extremely good I got a Carmel latte and it was like so so so good they did a great job! Would 100% recommend this place!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

163 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, United States

Reservations

+1 603-436-7330

Hours

Open Now · Saturday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM-5 PM
Monday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Friday 6:30 AM-5 PM
Saturday 6:30 AM-5 PM
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