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    Cafe This Way

    4.4 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Looking down the street at the Cafe.
    Nathan T.

    We were thrilled Cafe This Way opened at breakfast - 6:30am unlike the other spots that don't open until 8am or later. (What????) The food here is very good and they have a very robust menu of breakfast options and lots and lots of seating - outdoors and indoors. It's very charming and the staff is very friendly and super efficient. Definitely the best breakfast we had in town, highly recommended. I had the Monte Cristo (delicious!) and our breakfast companions were thrilled with their lattes, country breakfasts and eggs. Highly recommend you check this place out, they're great!

    Lea F.

    Cafe This Way was the perfect breakfast experience we were looking for! I got blueberry pancakes and a side of scrambled eggs and my friend got their special, blueberry bread pudding. Our food was perfect and somehow better than we even expected. Great diner type coffee! The vibe in here is super cute, especially as a book lover! We waited for a short time for a party of 3 on a Wednesday morning off season, definitely worth whatever wait. Service is good and quick.

    Kimberly V.

    Strong latte and delicious breakfast. Came in at about 6:45am and it was a bit full! Luckily i was alone so i sat at the bar and was quickly taken care of. Parking is paid on the street if you want to be nearby. The restaurant itself is cute. you walk up gravel to get to the host table to get a seat. they have merch you can get, has a book theme. Food didn't take long to come out, and with some spk, the eggs were exactly what i needed.

    Smoothie Special and Blueberry Muffin
    Ben M.

    This was my favorite breakfast while visiting Bar Harbor. There is plenty of seating inside and outside, and we had a lovely table under a shady tree on the patio. I had one of the smoothies and muffins on special, along with a breakfast BLT. Everything was fresh and delightful. My wife's breakfast sandwich bagel came out burnt. She didn't want to send it back, so that's on her, but it shouldn't have been able to leave the kitchen that way.

    The Ann
    Lauren Y.

    Food was fairly priced and we were seated quickly for how crowded the restaurant was. The pancakes were good (as advertised) and the portions were large... but the service was a miss for us unfortunately. After we ordered, the food came out quickly - but our server was never to be seen again. We even had to flag a different employee down to close out and even then we did not see her again.

    Caroline B.

    Delicious breakfast spot with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. Loved how the restaurant is close to downtown but was still quiet and quaint in the morning. The blueberry pancake had crispy edges which was unique and we loved it and their Bloody Mary was perfectly spicy. Our server was kind and quick with the food.

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    Stephanie V.

    Nice staff. Attentive and fast. The food was good. The grilled muffin had sugar baked in on the top making it very sweet. I'm not a breakfast person, but my husband said the monte cristo lived up to it's popular reputation. The syrup was really good. The ham was surprisingly very thick. Many, many tables and very popular breakfast location.

    Brenda M.

    Beautiful little restaurant! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of their menu items. Food was yummy! I had the Eggs Benedict and a side of potatoes. The potatoes were nice and soft in the inside and the outside had the perfect crunch. The eggs were delicious! My mother in law had the blueberry pancakes and I can honestly say it was the most I saw her eat all trip. She absolutely love them! If you're in the area, it's definitely a must stop!

    Country Breakfast
    Aryelle S.

    Highly recommend eating here. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Staff is super friendly and welcoming. Turn around time is fast so wait shouldn't be long. Best blueberry pancakes I had in the area!

    Blueberry pancakes
    Andy Y.

    If you are looking for an incredible breakfast spot in Bar Harbor, Cafe This Way is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with friendly and efficient service. The lobster Benedict was outstanding, but the star of the meal was the blueberry pancakes, which were the best blueberry pancakes I've ever had. Thanks again to the staff at Cafe This Way for such an extraordinary breakfast experience. We will definitely be back (every morning) the next time we're in Bar Harbor.

    Blueberry pancakes
    Kristen C.

    I loved Cafe This Way! It definitely lives up to the Bar Harbor hype. I got to the restaurant around 8am on a Sunday morning in the fall, and only waited about 15 minutes to get a table. They had a comfy waiting area nearby the host stand. The host also did a great job of making sure you could hear your name being called. We sat in the outdoor seating, which was covered and really a great Maine experience. Service was friendly, and the food came out very quickly. It felt like a Gilmore Girls/Stars Hollow-esqe scene. I ordered the benedict, coffee, and the blueberry pancake. The pancake was one of the best things I've eaten in Maine. It was a perfectly crispy on the outside, thin and absolutely delicious pancake. To top it off there were real Maine blueberries and real maple syrup. It was simply delightful. If you find yourself in Bar Harbor, make sure to go to Cafe This Way.

    M C.

    We loved this place so much we ate here 2 days in a row for breakfast! Best Swedish blueberry pancakes. Best Shasuka and best coffee!!! Adorable venue and best outdoor seating.

    Outdoor area
    Heather B.

    Amazing food, ambiance and staff. Highly recommend the lobster Benedict. The blueberry pancakes were also amazing.

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    Blueberry pancakes!!!! Got to get them!! Ambience is so beautiful. The service is killer. Loved the coffee and eggs Benedict.

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    Some of the best pancakes I've ever had. Cool spot in bar harbor. Inside was a little hot but overall fantastic place

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    Ask the Community - Cafe This Way

    I don't see it on the menu anymore- does this place still have lobster eggs Benedict?

    Yes. They have a different menu, like a seasonal one, physically displayed inside the cafe.

    Are the home fries fried?

    I believe so--I've posted a picture of them with the blueberry pancakes for you to see.

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    Project Social Kitchen & Bar - Craft Cocktails in Bar Garden with Jenga Game - Bar Harbor - Project Social Kitchen & Bar

    Project Social Kitchen & Bar

    4.4(465 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Wow, this place checks all the boxes! Right when we walked in, a couple walking out stopped to…read moretell us the food was outstanding. The atmosphere was very cute and eclectic. We sat out on the front patio. I recommend you try sit there if you can. Our server was super friendly and made us feel like the only patrons there, taking the time to walk us through the menu and help us consider pros and cons of menu items. The food selection was eclectic, with twists on common fare. We ordered the Kale & Brussels, Prosciutto Toast, Scallops, and Octopus all of which had amazing presentation and great taste. Prices were high but it was easily justified by the high quality food and service. If you're in Bar Harbor and want to take a break from chomping on lobster rolls at touristy spots and want an upscale dinner that doesn't disappoint, make Project Social a priority.

    This place nails it all. The ambiance, the drinks, the food. All incredibly divine. We had kofta,…read morelobster crepes, a root salad, shishito peppers, a bahn mi starter. All so full of flavor and beautiful to look at. And to top it all off, they were even kind enough to send me my hiking shoes when I left them behind after a swoon-worthy meal. Above and beyond customer service. We can't wait to go back to Project Social on our next trip to Bar Harbor.

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    Project Social Kitchen & Bar - Kale and Brussels salad with Asian miso slaw

    Kale and Brussels salad with Asian miso slaw

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    Bistro On Eden - Fish n chips, blueberry wings,clam chowder

    Bistro On Eden

    4.0(77 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Great place to stop prior to our Acadia boat tour. I had a delicious roasted beet salad. Attentive…read morefriendly service. They knew we were in a time constraint and they worked with us. They are located inside the hotel. Nice ocean view.

    After our first day exploring Acadia National Park -- scaling cliffs and convincing ourselves we're…read more"moderate-risk" adventurers -- we decided to skip the Bar Harbor crowds and dine at The Bistro on Eden, conveniently located at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel. The view? Lovely. The vibe? A little... off. The place has that "it could be nice if someone cared just a bit more" feel -- not bad, just lacking that spark (or maybe a good interior refresh). My husband, on his noble quest to sample every lobster bisque in Maine, declared this one the worst of the trip -- and trust me, the man takes bisque seriously. My beet salad with picked lobster was actually quite good, fresh and nicely balanced, which saved the meal from total disappointment. Service matched the décor -- polite enough but not exactly engaged. It had that subtle "we're doing you a favor" energy, which really pairs best with... no one's martini. Speaking of which, I had to remind our server to actually add the olives to mine. Small details, big impact, friends. In conclusion: go for the view, not the vibe. There's potential here, but it needs a little love -- and a lot more attention to the bisque.

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    Bistro On Eden - Fresh flowers on the table

    Fresh flowers on the table

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    Geddy's - Another beautiful day in downtown Bar Harbor! "Meet Me At Geddy's," located across from Agamont Park and the town Harbor! www.geddys.com

    Geddy's

    3.9(1.2k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Bro, one of the best blueberry pies I've ever had, order it warm with ice cream. In fact, after…read moresampling plenty of Maine blueberry items over the course of our vacation, this was by far the best one. I would go here just for the pie alone. The pie earns this place 5 stars by itself. We started with the maple sriracha wings and while a bit pricy...we are in Bar Harbor after all...they were excellent and I'd get them again as a starter. The girlfriend got a painkiller and it was substantially large and very tasty, she was very happy with it. I tried a sip and thought it was good as well. The brown butter lobster roll was good, but I would get the Maine next time--I had gotten Maine style the night before so I had to switch it up. The regular fries are OK but the sweet potato fries are out of this world. The gf again was please with the fish and chips which are gluten-free and really good, she was blown away by the portion size once again. Slaw was on point. The decor was very eclectic and it was funny because they have a painting of a naked woman on the wall and these three young boys eating dinner at the table under it couldn't stop looking at it and giggling, it was hilarious! Moose head on the wall like all proper Maine establishments. Service was by Travis and he did a top-notch job, I'd request a table from him again in the future. And I would come back here the first night I was in town.

    Geddys is definitely a tourist place to have a meal. The ambiance and decor remind me of a TGI…read moreFridays, but Maine style. We popped in and were quickest seated and served. We had been on our Maine trip for almost a week and had been waiting for a while lobster. We both ordered the 1.5-2 lb lobsters. You can pick the out of the tank if you would like. We didn't have the heart to pick out dinner and look it in the eyes. I'm husband just chose the lobster plate which comes with a 1.5-2 lbs lobster and corn on the cob. I opted for the meal. Lobster 1.5lb lobster, cup clam chowder, corn on the cob and "famous" Maine Blueberry pie. Lobsters were good. Definitely couldn't had more than one. As always not enough meat if you're only eating lobster. Corn was tasty. I have mine to my husband, he was still hungry. The clam chowder was ok. I feel like it had been sitting in the pot for a day or so. Really thick and kind of concealed. Not the rich-creamy flavor I was hoping for. Kind of bland. Needed to add hot sauce. I tried a couple bites of the Blueberry pie. Very thick pie filling. Sweet and tasty. Felt like the crust was store bought. Not really flaky or buttery. Overall, good lobster. Touristy. I'd pop in again for a quick bite.

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    Geddy's - Geddy's famous lobster bake in Bar Harbor, Maine ... yummy!

    Geddy's famous lobster bake in Bar Harbor, Maine ... yummy!

    Geddy's - This darling family is enjoying our famous New England Lobster Bake - Maine Lobster, Clam Chowder, Corn on the Cob and Blueberry Pie!

    This darling family is enjoying our famous New England Lobster Bake - Maine Lobster, Clam Chowder, Corn on the Cob and Blueberry Pie!

    Geddy's - Experience Geddy's famous mini-lobster roll bake - lobster, clam chowder, and blueberry tart.

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    Side Street Cafe - Lob-stah roll - delish

    Side Street Cafe

    4.1(2.7k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I left extremely stuffed and happy! Food was tasty, super flavorful, visually plated greatly, and…read moredidn't have to wait long. We showed up on a Saturday at 5 o'clock end of August and got right in at Annex which is the same menu and attached. Waiters were helpful and kind, amazing people! Live music was going on at 7 but we left right before, awesome vibes doors to the outside open so it was basically an open air concept since it was a beautiful day. Clam chowder: super delicious and passed the spoon test! (I like my chowders thick so a spoon should float on top) Bangin Shrimp: seasoning and sauce were bangin! Great stuff and the buttery grilled flamed pita added a beautiful touch Cadillac fries: crispy fries with melty cheese, hot sauce, bbq sauce, chipotle mayo and toooed with bacon. We inhaled these. Mac + rac: fall off the bone rips and the Mac was killer. Mixed in with street corn added a great change up and all went so well together. Larger shells cooked perfectly and super cheesy, this was a great dish. Highly recommend, wish I could have tried the Blueberry Pie because that looks insane, was way too full after crushing the other dishes and washed down with a blueberry beer and an extra dirty martini!

    This place is not impressive. Far from it! It feels like everything here is once frozen and just…read moreheated up in a microwave. I think a trip to the grocery store would have been more filling then getting anything on this menu. Our waitress didn't even tell us her name, she didn't ask how we were. She didn't even smile or give any warmth. Made us feel like she was working in a prison camp. The food was so sub par.. like abysmally bad.. compared to other places?! This is super forgettable! The only thing memorable about it was how horrible our experience was. My wife's margarita was basically all mix. My Maine lunch ipa beer was as expensive as buying a six pack. And oh, you want to spend over $30 on an entree? Prepare to be left with a half empty stomach and then expect to gorge yourself on a load of chips that I guess they try and compensate for their lack of originality and tastefulness. Gosh I'm spending too much time on this review when it deserves no more of my energy. Let alone money. Do yourself a favor and try a different spot. Don't come here. Ps. Gave it 2 instead of 1 star because the atmosphere and location are nice. SKIP!

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    Lobster rolls and lobster feasts

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    Bbq chicken melt ($17)

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    Leary's Landing Irish Pub - Beauregard Margarita - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

    Leary's Landing Irish Pub

    4.2(380 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Wanted something a little different than spots that speacialize in lobster rolls, so we decided to…read morepop in here. There was a 30-45 min wait, which we were ok with. The service is very friendly. I wanted the Strawberry Fields cocktail, but they didn't have so I settled on The Fuzzy. It is very alcohol forward, which most people will enjoy. Not for me personally, as I would have liked more flavor from the infusions, but that's definitely a personal preference. The Blackened Fish Sandwich with a Small Caesar Salad had very flakey fish. I loved the meld of flavors, and ended up devouring my sandwich! The bun held together well. The caesar salad was a decent size and well dressed. Definitely a cool spot to hit for good food and a great pub vibe!

    "The closest Irish Pub to Ireland in the U.S.!" We just landed at Bar Harbor and that was enough to…read moregrab my attention after a long day of traveling. We sat outside and I had what the waitress called a "local Magners cider" and a blackened fish sandwich, which was a nicely blackened cod with tartar sauce and some chips. I ultimately enjoyed it, though admittedly, the Magners did taste better in Ireland. Overall, it was a nice pop in and you could do worse. It's a solid place and I enjoyed it.

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    Grilled Veggie Sandwich - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

    Leary's Landing Irish Pub - Simple Salad with Blackened Haddock and Fish N' Chips - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

    Simple Salad with Blackened Haddock and Fish N' Chips - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

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    Cafe This Way - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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