Wow wow wow! I think this was the overall best brewery we visited while in Maine! The beer and the…read morefood were incredible! Add in the ambiance and you get this gem in Ellsworth. We walked over from the main strip of downtown and loved the vibe as soon as we arrived. Walking down the stairs to get to the brewery versus the glass blowing shop was so cute. With apples on the ground from the apple trees, it couldn't be more "Maine". When walking in, you order at the bar for both food and drink and then there is a booth/trailer out back where the food comes out. The inside is set up for open mic night and then outside they have a full stage where they host live music. There is plenty of seating outside at the picnic tables as well. We ordered a couple beers, the Margherita pizza, the potato chips, and the Carrot Top salad. I cannot tell you howwwwwwwww amazing the salad was!! I have never had a salad like this and I ate every last bite. The roasted carrots were so good, combined with the crispy onions and the dressing; it was heaven. The chips were incredible and the dip that comes with it just elevates it that much more. I believe it was a pickle dip of some sort? I can't remember specifically, just that I needed a vat of it. Then the pizza?! We couldn't finish it but man did we want to! Add all this tasty food to a beautiful backdrop and we were the happiest little foodies in Maine. Hands down best stop in Ellsworth!

While staying in Ellsworth we wanted to try a local brewery and was not disappointed, well we were…read moredisappointed they ran out of pizza dough and we could not order pizza, which looked amazing! Located on a neighborhood street a block off main street with plenty of parking is this hidden gem. They have indoor and lots of outdoor seating. The night we were there, there was a jazz duo providing entertainment. Our group ordered a variety of beers, cider and seltzers. The blue maple selz had a unique taste, but was refreshing. Beers included fog light , Maine coast , riverbend and aqua culture- with pine and oysters. The beers were very good and we purchased some to go. The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. They promote farm to table and sustainability. A perfect location to relax after a day in Acadia

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.

This pub has great ambience. We had come from Acadia National Park and needed some good food and…read morebeverages and the Black Moon Pub did not disappoint. The historic building has a tin roof and a wooden bar that eeks history. Our waitress was so welcoming and made us feel right at home. I enjoyed the roasted tomato burrata baguette sandwich and it was toasted and tasty. Several of my dining partners also had the same sandwich. Another had the Warm Roasted Root Vegetable Salad that she said was wonderful. We finished the meal with generous portions of carrot cake topped with delicious cream cheese frosting. There is a store inside the Black Moon (that happened to be closed on a Saturday night). In the corner they sell vinyl records and CDs and there is also a selection of guitars. There was also a musician playing live music near the front of the pub that really added to the atmosphere. It was a truly great find right on Main Street in Ellsworth.

If I lived in the area, I'd be a regular here. Order the blueberry cobbler and it will make your…read moreday! My friends and I came here in the evening and stayed until closing playing a card game. Our server was so kind! My friends also enjoyed the nitro stout describing it has super silky and smooth.

When we walked in we were surprised how small this place is. There are only 7 tables and they are…read moreclose together. Don't come expecting to have a private conversation. You sit on top of the table next to you and can hear every word of other conversations. The server told us to sit at a table where anther man was sitting, overflow from the table next to it, and I asked for the table she was cleaning and was told no that it was for larger parties. Server was doing it all, waiting on tables, bartending and delivering food. We had the flat bread pizza and it was alright. However, it was not big enough to split as an entree as she said it was. We both left hungry and we are not big eaters.

Nice lunch atmosphere. I had a nice Scotch Egg with a beer n water (sidecar shot of Jameson). I…read morewas offered the special which was a nice homemade Mac n' cheese with chilli. I opted for the two grilled hotdogs dressed with kraut, chilli and yellow mustard alongside a bowl of the Mac and a pickle spear. Shannon took great care of me! Drinks filled, no waiting for service. She offered social talk along with a nice Irish girl moral compass. I truly appreciate your candor and amazing service! Cheers Shannon! Shane!

Went in today on a whim, hoping to get some authentic Irish grub…read more My companion had shepherds pie. It had potential, but really failed. If the kitchen had used any seasoning on the ground beef, perhaps it would have been good. The bread was B&M and not buttered when toasted. I had the bangers and beans. The sausage was mild. The beans were meh. Sauerkraut was tasty as were the veggies--they were seasoned and delicious. Our waitress was frazzled, but nice. She made nice conversation. The bar itself was tired and old looking, with lots of steps up and down. Luckily they were only in the entrance, otherwise I would have had a problem navigating. All in all, it was an average meal with less than stellar atmosphere.

Amazing meal!! Attentive service! We ate here on our first…read morenight of vacation and quickly booked for our final night! The burger, the mussels and the gnudi were all memorable. The carrot cake with marshmallow frosting was worth every calorie! Beautiful place, great vibe.

High end Ellsworth, kind of seems like Irony. Like serving…read moreWagyu beef with macaroni and cheese. Wait. Yep, that's what you get for 47 dollars. ... mmm offer me a choice, please. I'm taking Frites or Garlic mash... but not Mac n cheese... I left the kids at home for a reason. Venison, Pheasant, Cod, all good... though again, high for this area. And 14 dollars for a rum and coke... okay, I guess, my bad for ordering alcohol... my sister used to sneak alcohol into the plane and then download it into her soft drink... I feel like that's where we are in culture now. But I'm just ranting... I mean, no salad, no apps, just our two main courses and drinks.... $170 w tip. Too much for the working class... sorry. Noveau riche nouveau cuisine nouveau ideation... I suppose I simply don't belong here... my bad.

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

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stop here for dinner. Service was fantastic and quick. Food…read morewas delicious! Hard to find economical meals in this area, and this was perfect. Highly recommend!

Best fajitas I've had in Maine. Their salsa is delicious as well. I went on a Monday evening and…read morethe special of the day was a margarita. It was huge and refreshing!

BEST and Favorite Candlepin place EVER! We always visit Acadia National Park and visit this amazing…read moregem! We've been supporting Amanda and her dream of creating this incredible place for fun, games, candlepin bowling and food for the past few years- and it keeps getting better each time!! Garret greeted us by the door and helped us get our shoes! The service, glow bowling, and arcade, are fabulous! We love it here and can't wait to see Amanda and her family what else she has in store! Keep candlepin alive!!

We found this classic retro themed candlepin bowling alley while vacationing. We were looking for…read morethings to do on a rainy day. The rainy day on our trip happened to be a day it was closed. However when I reached out to the owner for a reservation she was so sweet and communicated back that she's a one woman show no other employee, a college student (which is why the schedule is limited) working to make this business successful, I knew we would go regardless if it was a rainy day so we made reservations for another night. We made reservations for 8:30 so we could get dinner and dessert out of the way and could enjoy some glow bowling. I messaged her our shoe sizes ahead of time, she had them out and ready for us upon arrival. We had the best time! If you are in the area def. try to support this small business owner. Be patient as she is her only employee and have fun!

This is a glorious addition to Bar Harbor! The renovation of this old barn at the back of Reel…read morePizza is warm and inviting . The upstairs is an inviting space to play board games or puzzles. Downstairs is the bookstore with lots of books and big comfy chairs to linger and read.

Located in a historic barn just off the main road, Hidden Barn Books is an instant delight. The…read moremoment you step inside, you're met with the cozy scent of fresh wood and new books. It's welcoming yet spacious, thoughtfully arranged, and full of titles across a wide variety of genres. A charming spot to browse, linger, and get lost in stories.