Lil's Cafe
7 Wallingford Square, Kittery, ME
Crema's Take
“Lil's is a beloved Kittery institution famous for its ethereal, impossibly light crullers that inspire pilgrimages from across Maine, with devoted fans swearing by their maple and original glazes. Beyond the pastries, this spacious café nails the fundamentals—a solid espresso program, house-made syrups, and a thoughtful breakfast menu—all served in a charming space filled with vintage Maine character. The recent return to their exceptional standards has only reinforced why locals and travelers alike consider this the gold standard for a morning coffee and pastry run.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. Quick-grab spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
I will drive to the earth’s end to have this cruller ANY DAY. The maple or original glaze are amazing. It’s so light and fluffy but flavorful and quite literally the best donut I’ve ever had. You’ll never forget your first bite. The bagels are incredibly light and flavorful…
Updated Jan 11, 2026 : I’m so happy to share that Lil’s is officially back to its usual, exceptional standards. My recent visit confirmed that the quality I once feared lost has been fully restored. The croissants are once again a masterclass in texture and flavor—boasting a…
Amazing crullers. Heard this place was known for having the best crullers in Maine, so we made a small detour to check it out. The café was packed when we showed up on a Sunday around noon, but the pastry case was still fully stocked. We picked up the maple, cinnamon, and…
We visited Lil’s cafe for a light breakfast. The pumpkin spice cruller was nice and light while not being overly sweet. We highly recommend the pistachio cruffin, which was airy and had a nice creamy filling that was overall again not too sweet. We also ordered the avocado…
Cool spot with plenty of space. Lots of vintage Maine-themed decor. I enjoyed the crullers! I tried a blueberry and a maple dipped. Iced latte was pretty good. They have lots of house made syrups.
Crema Reviews
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