Early September I stayed for a week in Elizabeth's room at Elsa's. If there was a word for better…read morethan perfect, I would use it. The property was gorgeous, the room was spacious yet still felt cozy and had the perfect view of the harbor (across the street!) The inn keepers were so warm, kind and helpful. Especially Ryan, possibly the sweetest person I've ever met. And THE BEST breakfast. They even left me a card on my birthday which was so thoughtful- I was on a solo trip for my 30th. The location was ideal for me. It is off the island so you drive about an hour to get to most of Acadia but the drive is so stunning and goes by fast. MUCH preferred to some noisy, packed hotel in Bar Harbor. Trust me on that. Plus, the night sky is way more breathtaking without all the lights from town. And it's a few minutes from the Schoodic part of the park which is perfect for catching the sunset after a long day of exploring. there are also so many perfect little local spots to eat at right up the road (but be warned, things close early around here!) Will definitely be coming back. Thanks again for being my home away from home on the best birthday adventure I could imagine.

While we enjoyed the caretaker the property was not represented upon our booking that it would be…read morein repairs/restoration during our stay. There was garbage and debri from the repairs/renovations all over the backyard which was visible from our room. There was garbage on the front porch and outside our room and an overgrowth of weeds (not native wild, just unattended walkway weeds) which took away from the BnB ambiance. There wasn't a blind in the window in the bathroom just sheer curtains which to me is the most intimate room so we had to use a couple of my dresses for privacy. There was a coffee maker in the room but upon use we realized it only had decaf and when explained to the caretaker she did not resolve the issue by giving us regular coffee her response was just "oh". The bathtub had not been cleaned as we noticed there was hair all over and dirt in it. Very disappointed as we really hoped for a romantic stay :(

Somehow I hadn't heard of this place (I come to Gouldsboro every year) and needed a place to watch…read morethe World Cup. The food is amazing, service was great, reasonably priced and the place has a cool vibe. Highly recommend if you're looking for something in the area. I had the tuna on crispy rice and the octopus and both were amazing.

This place was up the street from our Airbnb so we made reservations. It's cute inside with all…read morewood updated interior and spacious high vaulted ceiling. The bar area isn't big but it was bustling maybe because of the World Cup games. The food was good, waitress was a little harried with a few big tables to cater to and we being a two top weren't much of a priority, but we tried to be understanding. Also they pan sear many of the dishes, so they have to open the front door to air it and was freezing sitting right there! ( please note not to sit by front door) We ordered the burrata app to share and I had branzino which was seasoned well. It Had a nice flavor, but it wasn't that meaty, if that makes sense... kind of picking off the bones there...Husband had the grilled swordfish and it was delish! All in all we would return... and not sit by the front door!

Quaint little cafe. Enjoyed the coffee and traditional breakfast food. Also had ideal containers…read morefor take out food for those back at the VRBO that slept in!! Pleasant friendly service. Enjoyable breakfast.

The food is good and inexpensive. If you are in winter harbor this is a good place to stop.read more

I laughed, and ate my ass off here. I found out about the place by a local, it's the best local…read moresecret I've ever been to. Literally everyone calling each other nicknames, and I was the only one with a menu since everyone else just asked for their "Usual." My mind was blown. I had 2 muffins and 2 ginormous pancakes, and a water for like $6. It's run by like one or two people, so everyone helps clean, serve themselves water. True honor system and you absolutely have to drop by. They have funny signs all over and they're all a bunch of jokers.

Great little place! No menu but breakfast any way you want it. If they have it (& they have a lot)…read moreyou got it!!

If you're looking for an unforgettable breakfast in Bar Harbor, I highly recommend stopping here!…read moreWe came after watching the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain and hiking the Beehive, and it was the perfect way to start the day. We dined outside, where the atmosphere was bright, cheerful, and welcoming. The beautiful plants and charming heart water designs in the gravel added such a unique touch. I ordered the lobster benedict and a pomegranate mimosa both were perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. The service was exceptional, and every part of our experience exceeded expectations. Whether you're fueling up for a day in Acadia or simply looking for a fantastic breakfast, this place is well worth the visit!

We found this restaurant absolutely adorable! The colors and interior design totally give off a Dr…read more Seuss vibe. We all ordered the regular house coffee and the breakfast platter, which were decent. Even though we visited on a holiday and it was busy, the service was so hospitable that we were in and out in no time. We also ordered the blueberry pancakes, and the blueberry was an absolute delight, definitely the highlight of the meal!

best blueberry pie OAT the service was great and the waiters were nice great lava cake and chicken…read morefingers. I highly suggest going

Had a great time here last night with family. We are a big group, but they were able to seat us…read morepretty quickly. The butter for the bread was SO GOOD! The crab dip was also amazing!!! We also ordered the lobster. Everything was delicious. The room we sat in was cozy and comfortable. Our server was fantastic. Very nice meal with family.

Came here for breakfast one morning, and I liked the no frills atmosphere. It's self seating and…read moreorder at the counter. There's a pretty wide menu which makes it easy to find something for everyone. You can go more indulgent with a breakfast sandwich or more low-key with a hummus toast. I found the portions to be big and while it took some time for food to appear, I was part of a larger group which could explain the delay. Overall I'd be happy to come here again when looking for an easy breakfast.

Disappointing. Plan…read morewas to get an early breakfast before Acadia adventures. We arrived ~fifteen minutes after their 6:30am opening and were told our order (breakfast burrito & avocado toast) would take some time, like 25 - 30 minutes. The coffee was also still being made, so we waited on that as well. Note the kitchen was not backed up as we were one of the first to order. After about a half hour the food was delivered to us outside. The breakfast burrito was decent but I expected some meat in it and then realized you had to pay extra for that and there was nothing to dip (sour cream/salsa) the burrito in. Very average breakfast burrito. The avocado toast was not avocado toast. It was avocado bread. They never toasted it. Hopefully this was a one-off and the place is more in line with the positive reviews.

The lines are long for breakfast and we luckily scored two counter seats without a wait. The…read moreblueberry pancake is good with maple syrup but transcendent with the strawberry rhubarb compote that's on the table in a little clear jar. Sooooo good!

We had a great experience, walked in and sat immediately on May 2nd (before start of the crazy…read moretourist rush). It's cute in side and no frills. Coffee mugs for sale and they bring you a little coffee thermos for the table to refill/keep warm which I loved. Our server was sweet. Menu is loaded with all the things I love - omelettes, pancakes, Benedicts, etc. I chose the wild Maine blueberry pancakes with a side of chicken sausage and thought they were delicious! The pancakes were loaded through and through with blueberries in every bite. My husband went with the corned beef hash (his personal fav) and said it was good and it was clearly house-made. Food was out quickly and we enjoyed our meal. Right in the middle of town and clearly a popular spot with tourists, I can see how this can be a loooooong wait during the summer.

Cant go wrong with a catspaw or two and some raspberry almond pancakes. Such a nice spot and great…read moreservice. The flower garden in front is always amazing.

The great about 2 cats- Ambience is a 10. Great vibe. Cat…read morefriendly. Service is a 10. Anna was fantastic. She was fun and attentive. I recommend the pancakes and I'd imagine the French toast would be great too. The bad. Food a 3 at best. We had farmers breakfast, eggs Benedict and home made corn beef hash and over hard eggs. Sides were pancakes. Blueberry Pancakes were great. The farmers breakfast was ok. Biscuits were very dry. The home made corn beef hash was not good. Had the consistency of cat food which is apropos. The over hard eggs were beyond hard they were dry and just the yoke was ??scrambled?? The eggs Benedict was ok at best. The eggs were runny and the biscuits were very dry. Also the presentation of the melon, cantaloupe and pineapple slices was not good. They looked old and the rinds were still on.

We wanted to grab a beer and something to eat after 9pm by Bar Harbor and decided to stop in at the…read moreThirsty Whale and was content with our choice. I told the waitress to surprise me for a local beer with very few parameters and I was not disappointed! Our food came out fast and hot. We purchased the mozzarella sticks, they were pretty flavorless however their take on the buffalo chicken sandwich was great and no complaints with the chicken strips. Ambiance was great, almost more of a local feel. If you're looking for a spot to just unwind with a drink this is a fantastic stop to do so!

We stopped by and checked out their back deck for dinner and the inside bar for a few beers…read more Our hamburgers were big and decent tasting and a little under seasoned. The service is fairly good but the waitresses are also bartenders and get busy preparing for close to notice when you need something. We could flag them down with some effort and they were very nice. The bar inside is hopping and the sole bartender was efficient and friendly to locals. It was sort of cold with the ceiling fans running full tilt so we didn't stay long.