Loved the interior as soon as we walked in. A nod to the feel of an old speakeasy, rich wood tones…read moreand a faux brick ceiling, it was fun and right out of a movie. I loved how all of the bartenders and servers seemed to pitch in and help out. There was never the feeling like anyone was focused on just their job. They were all focused on making sure the patrons had what they needed. I was here on a Tuesday evening with my husband and 2 kids, 6 and 10. They don't print a kids menu but readily offer options of burgers, grilled cheese, mac and cheese, pasta with marinara, and pasta with butter and parmesan. My kids had mac and cheese and buttered pasta, which with homemade rigatoni noodles, we packed the leftovers. For cocktails, we had The Balcony is Closed, a delightful gin and lemon cocktail but the honey beer syrup balances it and the chili oil gives it a kick of a finish. I have gin cocktails wherever I go, and I've traveled and eaten far and wide. This is one of my top 3 most memorable gin drinks. We also tried The Assault Continues, smoky and earthy; not my favorite but for my smoky scotch loving husband, it hit the spot. Of course, we had to try the tuna nachos. I feel like so many restaurants try to do tuna nachos and it's been there, done that. But you haven't had THESE tuna nachos. They're spectacular. The ingredients on the menu speak for themselves but they finally got the ratio and presentation just right. It's a work of art. The caprese was also delicious, the stracciatella and pistachios playing nicely off each other. Dinners were rigatoni with short rib, and the halibut. The rigatoni was delicious. The halibut was out of this world. Perfect sear, perfectly cooked halibut in a corn cream sauce or nage, the summer succotash, fresh corn, crisp bacon, salty caviar. I really proverbially licked the plate with my fork. It was special and incredibly well executed. Not to mention the blueberry pie bar and carrot cake were also delicious. Both disappeared in a matter of seconds. We didn't have to fight for or pay through the nose for parking in downtown Bar Harbor for this wonderful dinner. Get the free parking in several lots in town. The city hall parking lot is directly behind the restaurant building. If you like to eat on a budget, this spot may not be for you, but if you enjoy great food and cocktails, I really think the prices are comparable to what you'd pay in other more populated areas. The food is a diamond in the rough.

The appetizers were excellent!…read more We ordered mussels which were tasty and generous, could have been is own meal. If it was served with crusty bread instead of a thick slice of toasted bread, it would have been perfect. The nachos were unique and delicious with generous toppings and ahi tuna... also could have been a meal by itself... chef's kiss to those two items! Our entrees were a dish called Gnudi- which if you don't know what they are(we didn't and when we looked it up, it said it is similar to gnocchi- IT ISN'T!!!) ask before you order, if you've never had it, it's very unique and we didn't care for it at all... there was no recourse given by the restaurant... make sure you know what it is!! Our other entree was rigatoni that was topped with ricotta and short rib sauce, shredded cheese... it was tasty, but very pricey for a bowl of pasta... To make a reservation, you need to give a credit card and if you don't show up, your card is charged $25 per person. The service was friendly until we didn't like the Gnudi... then it was a little weird... It was fine, but not exceptional... Cold bottles of water are given to the table and refreshed as necessary. The restroom is not kept up, could use shine attention, a little elbow grease to clean it. They are on Facebook and offer specials on their burgers.

Oh, yes! I love this place. Great bartenders, delicious lobster rolls and salads, and live music,…read moreall inside a music store!

We had a great time at Black Moon. The night we were there, they had live music. It is a very…read morewelcoming cocktail bar and restaurant. We were standing near the bar, and one of the bartenders invited us to sit and moved chairs around for us. Service was excellent and very friendly. We had the roasted tomato burrata sandwich and flatbread. Each were great. This is such a cool place, there is a vinyl store within the restaurant, but it was closed when we there. There also was an area they sell guitars, all so random, but fit so well together. A very cool, comfy place to enjoy drinks, food and music.

Incredible vibe and healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals made to order. Plenty of parking and…read moreindoor and outdoor seating.

The chai and kitchari were a little overdose on spices (not subtle.. like a bunch of powder spices…read moreadded to liquid.. not brewed chai as in authentic). I wondered if ghee was used in kitchari. Friendly staff, relaxing ambience for gathering with friends. I look forward to trying their other items in menu.

Dinner for 6, seated at a corner table in the back of the restaurant with a nice view of a…read moremanicured lawn. Service was attentive and prompt (including a check-in from Josie herself!) Three salads (burrata and ahi) were delicious and so pleasing to the eye in their presentation. Some pretty serious knife skills for the salad chef! Steak, fish and chips and a wrap served the rest of this, and it all was good as plates were clean when done! Truffle fries for an appetizer and many raved about the dipping sauce too! The checkout out front easily accommodated 4 separate checks too! Highly recommend ~ an extensive menu, great staff and good ambiance!

Breakfast burrito was a surprise when brought to the table as it was more of a hay roll in size…read more However, it was very, very tasty. The crispy outside gives an initial flavor of an eggroll but then it lets the breakfast mix inside take over. Every ingredient in the inside complements each other. Breakfast platter was also good with tasty sausages but not comparable to the burrito. Seating is on a porch area behind and around the country store, so you just go through the front and wait to be seated by the cooking area where they have the menus on a table. It can be a bit confusing. Oh, and diner style, when you are done you pay at the front register. Very nice find!

There's a reason this is one of my Ellsworth favorites. Today I snagged a seat at the bar during…read morethe Sunday rush. Was thinking omelet, but the waitress recommended the breakfast burrito. So glad I took her recommendation ~ it will probably be my breakfast choice for a whole. Eggs and vegetables scrambled with salsa and wrapped in a warm tortilla. The has browns were a little too crispy for my liking, but it's hard to please everyone. Service was attentive and good. Highly recommend. Also, check the blackboard specials as they too often have hidden gems!

I sat at the bar (first come first serve) because there was a wait for table about 15-20 mins at…read more10:30AM on Saturday (today). I chose Irish Eggs Benedict. It comes as regular eggs Benedict but with regular bacon and hash on muffins alongside home fried potatoes! It was delicious, and I absolutely mean that in every definition of the word. I put a bit of Cholulu hot sauce, sslt/pepper to taste and the kid in me needed ketchup for the home fries. I drank OJ but at the bar they serve drinks so if ya want a Bloody or a Mimosa, they have it! Server was nice, but I didn't get her name. Prices were fair or maybe modest for the quality of food! Come enjoy! Roadside parking on Main St or lots of parking behind Finn's across the street. Big parking lot, lots of space and I was in a Jeep pulling a trailer! Have a great dining experience!

Great pool tables and atmosphere, bar drinks where very yummy…read more Unfortunately once we notices the rather large RATS running across the back wall from a back room we made the choice to skip appetizer.

They had the BIG 10 network and tuned in Nebraska vs Maryland for me and served ice cold beer.read more

Service was great Pancakes were great with blueberries & a…read morepair of eggs on top Everybody was very welcoming!!

Hot and humid and the AC was either broken or nonexistent. doors propped open…read more Service was good, food was meh.

Exceptional haddock chowder and, well, what can I say about the blueberry pie?? MINDBOGGLING!!!!…read moreRun don't walk to Helen's in Ellsworth. Oh and ask for a waiter named Camden! He was the best

Stopped by this iconic restaurant at the recommendation of the innkeeper where I was staying. It…read morewas packed to the gills (pun intended) with both locals and the hordes of tourists who descend to this part of Maine to visit the Acadia region. The place is apparently famous for its pies, and if course, since it is Maine, fir seafood. A lot of the dishes in the menu are market price, which is understandable. The waitress was Megan and she was all smiles and very friendly, and there's a small army of staff working their tuchis off on Sunday, which is when I dropped by. Super generous portions, which seems to be the standard for this region of Maine. I started with the basic Maine dish of seafood chowder. Helen's seafood chowder is a rich, creamy soup that celebrates the fresh flavors of the area. Tender chunks of haddock, clams, shrimp, and scallops are simmered with potatoes, onions, and celery in a white thickish broth seasoned with butter, herbs, and perhaps a touch of black pepper? Every spoonful was hearty, comforting, and filled with the sweet, briny taste of the sea and packed with chunks of seafood. Definitely Maine style comfort food! Once again, I went for the fish and chips and that was a hit! Flaky, fresh Haddock coated in a light, crispy golden batter and fried to perfection. Served alongside hot, hand-cut fries, this classic favorite of mine was (as usual) accompanied by creamy coleslaw, tangy tartar sauce, and a fresh lemon wedge for the perfect finishing touch. Did I mention that the blueberry pie was out of this world? YUM! And they have military and veterans' discount!

Was in the mood for just some basic food after being on the road 2 weeks and eating lots of rich…read morefoods. The roasted turkey, dressing and mashed potatoes fit the bill. Although I did send the green beans back- very tough, no flavor. Got a salad, which was ok but didn't go with my food. Super nice and helpful staff, clean restaurant and bathroom. Have a nice looking dessert selection but wasn't in the mood to try any. Decent place to eat.

From Texas! Wife and I split an omelette... tasted great! The pico de gallo was marinated in a…read morewhite vinegar making it a hint tangy. Just a delightful and delicious combination with the omelette! Service was great! Atmosphere was pleasant! The train circled on the wall above was neat! $11 for an omelette big enough for 2 was perfect amount of food! Cinnamon toast tasted great as well ! Would return again.

The fish and chips are amazing! Light and crunchy and I think are some of the best around. I so…read morehappy that we stopped today!

It's amazing that one of the best Korean places is a crab shack in Maine. Just north of Ellsworth …read more Luckily they were out of the chap jae, so I had to order the bi bim bap and it was fantastic.