Rising Tide
Located in central Kittery, the Rising Tide is a health food store that offers a variety of options for herbivores, including prepared foods, Indian cuisine and a spectrum of vegan sandwiches. The sandwiches are perfect to take away as your explore nearby trails.
Rising Tide
165 State Road at Route 1
Kittery, Maine 03904
(207) 439-8898
The Juicery
This vegan cafe, located just three miles from Kittery in neighboring New Hampshire, is an herbivore's delight. As the name suggests, the restaurant offers a bevy of fresh-squeezed, organic juices and anti-oxidant rich smoothies. You also may add a variety of nutritional supplements to your smoothies and juices, including flax seed oil, green tea powder and protein powder. The menu also features a large selection of internationally inspired wraps including Mexican, Indonesian and Japanese.
Although the restaurant is small, if the weather is nice, there are many scenic outdoor spots nearby where you can enjoy your makeshift picnic. The staff at the Juicery is polite and very helpful.
The Juicery
51 Hanover St.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801
(603) 431-0693
portsmouthjuicery.com
The Friendly Toast
Although the Friendly Toast is not strictly a vegan or vegetarian restaurant, vegans will still find many tasty dining options. It is open seven days a week, and 24 hours a day on the weekend.
For lunch, try the Vegan Valhalla, a burrito stuffed with tofu, rice and veggies. The menu also offers stir fries and beans and rice (Be sure to ask them to omit the chorizo).
If it's breakfast you're after, you can choose from a variety of scrambled tofu options, with a side of veggie bacon and soy milk beverages.
The Friendly Toast
121 Congress St.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801
(603) 430-2154
thefriendlytoast.net
Portsmouth Brewery
The Portsmouth Brewery is not a vegetarian or vegan restaurant, but its menu does offer options for hungry herbivores. This pub has been in business since 1991, and is open seven days a week.
Try the Brewery Burger, crafted with beans, brown rice, veggies, tofu and spices. You also can add on sauteed mushrooms or onions. Another tasty option is the more traditional Hummus and Baba Ganoosh, which comes with flatbread and veggies for dipping. Or try a garden salad topped with tempeh or the rice noodles in coconut milk.
Portsmouth Brewery
56 Market St.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801
(603) 431-1115
portsmouthbrewery.com
