Shop Highlights: Fantastic bakery located on a quiet side street in the middle of Portsmouth, occasionally bake bagels for the heck of it
Total Package Review: Ceres Bakery is, again, not a bagel shop but rather a bakery that bakes bagels on occasion. And Anna and I just happened to be through on a day that they baked up some hot and fresh! We were a little chilly in the early morning and walked into this baked good haven punched in the face by the fresh baked smells. The bagels were not too good, a bit tough without much rise, but the rest of the baked goods redeemed the experience. Also, the sandwich the bagel encased was quite delicious and not necessarily on the menu. We just said we would love a veggie and egg breakfast sandwich and they delivered. Couldn't walk away without some day old muffins on super sale.
Total Package Score: 8 / 10
Bagel Score: 4 / 10
Shop Ambiance: Located on a quiet street in the middle of Portsmouth with vines draping the building is Ceres Bakery. Inside you find low ceilings and a glass display case brimming with fresh baked goodness. There are some indoor cafe seating as well as some outdoor tables. The staff was so friendly and helpful. Felt what I think a small town french cafe might feel like.
Personal History with Shop: During our 2022 bike tour of the east coast, Anna and I biked into town on a chilly morning as a motorist yelled out their window in support of our decision to bike tour. We replied asking where the best breakfast in town was to which we learned it was Ceres. That motorist was not wrong!
Ownership: One-of-a-kind Small Business
Page last updated November 2022