Community Closet

We visited Bar Harbor for the day and wanted to choose a place for lobster rolls in a fun spot…read moredowntown. Frenchman Bay Catch was the perfect decision for us. They give out complimentary blankets to go sit in the lovely park across the street while eating, which was a nice addition. It is just a stand, so make sure you're okay with eating in the park or on a bench nearby, but they make the best of it!! Love Frenchman's!

I used Frenchman Bay Catering for an event that I held in my home. It was a private fundraising…read moreevent. I was very pleased with how the owner of the company interacted with me when we were discussing the event and what I had in mind. My suggestions and wishes were respected and I was also offered suggestions that I had not thought of myself. I was very pleased. The quality of the food, albeit small cocktail items, was wonderful. I would strongly recommend Frenchman Bay Caterers as the Caterer of your next function, whatever that function may be.

Chainsaw Sawyer Artist Live Show

(9 reviews)

met Ray years ago.. and then about 10 years later took my grandson to his new location ( before he…read morehad an old school bus); took pictures of his stuff on the walls ( with his permission) and even one of him with his grandson holding a magazine that contained an article about him...

I have one of my buddies squirrel. He made for me years ago. I brought it with me to Oklahoma. I…read morelived up that way and always stop to see my Bud. I wore a cowboy hat. I was his sassy squirrel girl. I hope to go back up there this coming year. He wanted me to open a food deal in that shack with him. Known him for years. So he'll ready my man this sassy squirrel Kim Walker of Winganon, Oklahoma

Spencer's Ice Cream

4.3

(18 reviews)

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Bummer, they have great ice cream! But on a Friday afternoon in late June, they are closed...looked…read morefor posted hours but can't find anything.

Based on your Yelp recommendations, I decided to come here for ice cream on my 2021 Maine vacation…read more It was worth the 35 minute drive (seems like everything is 35 minutes from where you are in Maine). When we got to Spencer's about a half hour before closing on a Sunday, there were at least seven cars in the drive-through lane, so we decided to go inside. Yelp also has a 50% off check-in coupon in addition to a $20 for $25 deal. But, upon getting to the small front patio we discovered that the store is going through renovations and you have to stand outside and wait until the teen staffers come out to take your order, go back in to make it, come back out to get your payment and bring you your ice cream, and then another trip for your change. Rather inefficient, and another party who actually tried to go inside and then told to wait outside ended up cutting the line by having their orders taken before ours and others. Anyway, because our kids did not want to take the trip with mom and dad, we purchased some pints to go. There's numerous flavors to choose from and you can get shakes, sundaes, cones, cups, and it seemed that everyone loves Spencer's. We ended up with vanilla cookies and cream, chocolate cookies and cream, apple pie, and blueberry. The staffer said that the coupon was not meant for pints but gave me the deal anyway. When we got home we dove in and really enjoyed the high end ice cream. Unfortunately, no one in the family was super impressed with it. But, you can't go wrong with local ice cream over a chain. $20 for the four pints without the check-in coupon. $10 with. Gave the $20, keep the change for the staff.

McKays Public House

3.7

(748 reviews)

We had an amazing dinner at McKay's tonight! Ana, Ashley and the owner were all very personable…read moreand helpful~ and made for a really fun evening! The food was excellent & the outdoor setting was so beautiful! We highly recommend McKays as part of your Bar Harbor experience!! ~The O'Malley's ~ Saratoga Springs, NY

An absolute skip. We were recommended the fish and chips as…read moretheir "specialty". It had the consistency of a sponge. Service was slow. Prices did not equal what we were served. They have nice outdoor seating, but skeeters all over the place.

Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory

4.7

(40 reviews)

Came here with my mother in law and partner as a tourist spot since she is from out of the state…read more She absolutely loved it, as well as us! So glad to show off some a unique experience with her. Additionally we saw jelly fish!! So exciting

Such a great stop! We didn't have time to visit the fort, but we very much enjoyed the bridge…read moreobservatory. Not expensive at all, easy drive from site entrance to the bridge. Then a quick elevator ride to the top to enjoy incredible views! If you're anywhere nearby, set aside 30 to 60 minutes and go enjoy the scenery and marvel at the engineering, too!

Mid Coast Caterers

3.5

(2 reviews)

What a Terrific Team! Timely arrival, the food exceeded expectations, and friendly staff. Jerry…read moreand his staff interacted very well with our guests. Upon leaving our home the kitchen area was put back to its original state without any direction from us. We had a good crowd for our Christmas Open House, but Mid Coast handled everything very professionally. We plan to use Mid Coast at our next function. Raffaele A.

I do not recommend. After many months of careful planning our food was such a flop. Jerry…read moremiscounted and 1.5 tables did not get a salad - he didn't even apologize. Soup was served in paper bowls and was terrible! Nothing was the quality promised - such a disappointment for our large fundraiser. Pasta over cooked, sauces flavorless, bread dry. People actually complained about the food cost vs quality. Jerry and crew were over heard by the director making comments about the LBGQT guests... completely inappropriate.

Arts In The Park

3.0

We attended the 27th edition of this arts and craft show in June, 2023. Though the skies were…read morethreatening the festival was well attended. The variety of arts and crafts offered proved to impressive as well as its waterfront location. There was a band performing under the gazebo that we enjoyed as well.

From the owner: Saturday and Sunday, July 9 & 10, 2016…read more Arts in the Park is one of the most respected fine arts and crafts festivals in Midcoast Maine. The variety of artwork and crafts is outstanding, and continuous live music and the smells of freshly grilled food add to the festival atmosphere. The venue can't be improved: set on the water's edge, right downtown, with sailboats and dinghies moored a few feet away.

Eden Laundry

4.6

(30 reviews)

Clean place and the washers and dryers were perhaps the best maintained and clean units i've seen…read morein a public laundry.

Very clean facility Super helpful staff…read moreGood communication Large machine was $7.00 wash Large machine was 5 minutes per 25 cents dry Machines are all coin operated

Andy the Tailor

3.3

(18 reviews)

Quality service and quick turnaround. Always responsive able to alter anything I have taken to himread more

Does all of my Navy Uniform tailoring. Only issue is cash or check only. The quality is great, but…read moreour Unit can only pay by card. So we outsource or big orders to a different vendor.

Phillips Lawn & Landscape

(2 reviews)

I would highly recommend this company. I had a blue stone walkway that needed repair due to plowing…read moreover it and clients riding over it in the winter. They came and fixed the problem, were prompt and very efficient. They did a fabulous job!

If you need a large job done, a complicated design, or something needing real expertise, THIS is…read morewho you want. We needed our landscaping done, and we needed parts of the yard actually fixed. They were prompt, knowledgeable, and affordable. They easily upped our property values by more than 10k just by fixing certain problems, and will be improving it even more next summer when we are ready to do phase two, the deck!

Downeast Laundromat

Clean large capacity washers/Dryers. Owner was on sight when we first stopped by. Security cameras…read morein place.

Nice clean lots of machines! The unworking machines reliably returned your change. Easy access and…read moreparking

Messinger’s Hardscape Landscaping and Design

We had such a good experience working with Ryan. We tore down an existing retaining wall which was…read moreold, crumbling and did not have proper drainage. Ryan rebuilt the wall using all the proper materials to ensure the wall will last for many years to come. It looks beautiful and we are very pleased with the result. Ryan kept us on track with the work and with the cost and timing of the project. His communication was excellent, even to the point of letting us know when he was on his way to our house. Ryan was always well mannered and hard working. We highly recommend Ryan Messinger for all hardscape and landscape work. Thank you Ryan. Hope to work with you again on future projects.

From the owner: Our mission is to transform outdoor spaces with exceptional hardscape design and construction. We…read moreare dedicated to creating functional, aesthetically pleasing and durable hardscapes that enhance the beauty and value of our clients' properties. We are committed to quality craftsmanship, innovation and customer satisfaction and we strive to be a trusted partner in bringing outdoor dreams to life!

Nichols Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

3.5

(11 reviews)

I have used Nichols Plumbing over the years several times and all encounters were very positive. In…read moremy latest encounter, I had tackled replacing a faulty garbage disposal myself. All went well until I had to connect the discharge tube to the waste pipe. It was an inch off. I called Nichols and they made an appointment for me THE NEXT MORNING. When they came, the work was done very quickly and the amount they charged me was embarrassingly low.

After being stood up by two other plumbing companies in the area I finally had a good experience…read morewith Nichols. I called and they set me up an appointment that wasn't too far out. A few days before the appointment they called to confirm. The day of the appointment they had a cancellation and I received a phone call and they came earlier than the scheduled appointment which was great. They installed us a new hot water baseboard heater. Excellent communication and they did great work. My go to plumber from here on out.

Community Closet - thrift_stores - Updated August 2026

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Clothes Encounter

4.6

(5 reviews)

We love a good thrift shop when we are visiting different states. We stumbled across Clothes…read moreEncounter when visiting Ellsworth. We were welcomed when we came in. There are some nice vintage pieces including dresses, jeans and tops. I got an LLBean fleece vest for $8. My daughter got a nice top for $10. A nice selection, good prices and pleasant staff. We will be back.

Clothes Encounter is by far my favorite thrift store. They have a thoughtfully curated selection of…read moreclothes and accessories at good prices. The staff are always friendly and make me feel welcome.

Old Creamery Antique Mall

4.2

(11 reviews)

So many treasures!! Really high-quality goods laid out nicely so you don't have to ruffle through…read morebins and things. Lots of larger pieces in great shape. Friendly owners. Worth it!!

The best antiques shop in Ellsworth and vicinity. A large shop with many dealers, eclectic…read moreofferings include furniture, books, paper, photographs, glassware, musical instruments, old kitchenware and lots of real antiques. Not much junk here, unlike many other antiques shops in the area. Reasonable prices; friendly and helpful staff.

Central Maine Antique Mall

4.5

(6 reviews)

This antique shop mostly has fantastic pieces - I've gotten some great furniture and antique…read morescientific devices from here. I was sad to find they are allowing one of their vendors to sell a framed reproduction photograph of a KKK March from the 1920s. I understand when dealers are selling actual historic artifacts (I still think it's weird to profit off of racist histories, but I understand there are complex perspectives about archival value). This was not that - the back of the photograph showed that it was printed last year at Walmart, but it was being sold as a framed photo. It felt celebratory and exploitative, not historical or educational. When I asked the owners why they allowed that, they said it is illegal to prevent the dealer from selling the photo, and that it is "free speech." This is not true - antique malls are legally allowed to have guidelines that dictate what can be sold. I think it is incredibly distasteful and unethical that the owners are choosing to profit off of images of such a violent, disgusting organization. I sadly won't return, and I hope the owners will take accountability for their decisions.

The selection is expansive and continuously changing. With a good number of vendors selling, they…read morealso have some pretty remarkable deals and a clearance section worth browsing. It's always an enjoyable stop in Bangor. They have a second location as well, but I have not visited it.

Hand Me Down Treasures

3.0

Treasure Seekers…read more Smallish antique shop located along the Acadia Hwy near several other antique vendors. Selection was mostly house décor and the like, so not really my tastes. But it's still worth a stop if you're visiting one of the other spots nearby.

Antiques, Books & Wine

3.5

(4 reviews)

So many hidden gems! This place is amazing. I'm a part time New Yorker, part time Mainer, part time…read moreVirginian and this is the best antique shop I've seen to date. Lots of French & Italian ceramics, acrylic paintings, furniture, and more. Will be going back ASAP!

Interesting but nothing i saw of interest shop has 3 floors of stuff if you are a serious antiques…read moreperson check it out

My Darling Maine Island Boutique

(8 reviews)

If there's one place I can do some serious gift shopping for my family, it's in Bar Harbor. But not…read moreso fast- because around all the main attractions spots, I mainly found touristy souvenir shops with key chains. YAWN! Every time I'm vacationing, I'm always on the look-out for interesting shops that sell items worth my money to give away. My Darling Maine Island Boutique is another great Bar Harbor Gift Shop on Cottage Rd where you can pick up really interesting keepsakes. No- you're not going to find the mundane souvenirs here. What you'll find are gifts with a purpose, many with a twist and a message from local artists. Victoria and I caught up via email and phone to solidify my appointment. She was super accommodating to our schedules and opened her shop earlier than expected. Thank you so very much! Her shop has a little of everything including casual and funky clothes and other well-priced pieces that I snapped up for myself! She was beyond friendly and we practically talked for almost an hour. Love your energy girl! No doubt, you'll find one-of-a-kind "souvenirs" here.

A true artisan boutique with a lovingly curated collection from which you can bring home beautiful…read moreand unique Maine memories! I searched through dozens of Bar Harbor shops looking for a pair of touchstone earrings to remind me of the peace and joy I felt in Acadia this summer. Finally, I found delicate, handmade silver earrings shaped like blueberry leaves in My Darling Maine. Perfect! I wore them to work my first day back - and lost one. I was heartbroken. But I contacted Victoria to buy a replacement, and she took the time to send me individual pictures of every pair of blueberry leaf earrings she had in the shop (because they're all unique!) so I could choose. And then she mailed them to me in Virginia. Now my beautiful blueberry leaf earrings are a sweet reminder of our family vacation in Maine AND of the power kindness can have over loss. Thank you, Victoria!!!

Back in the Good Old Days

4.7

Super fun spot to explore! Always something new, friendly service, and reasonable prices makes this…read morea favorite stop when passing through.

3 floors of interesting and unique antiques. Don't pass this one by (unless you want to avoid the…read morehours you'll spend browsing)

Jaelynn's Place

I visited this place for the first time this past week. They have a huge selection of clothing and…read moresome home decor. I felt like the prices were reasonable, and the owner was very friendly. There is parking in the front, and it is right in downtown Millbridge. I will be visiting this spot again, overall a great experience.

Metropolitan Soul

If you are looking for a reasonably-priced yet unique gift, this is your place in Bangor! Super…read morefriendly staff will help you find just the right thing for anyone on your list.

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