Staff was really nice, attentive and helpful. The wings were ok. Small and come with a breading…read morethat has it's own flavor. I had a couple issues with them as there were a couple wings that had something wrong with them that I don't think they may not necessarily seen in advance. For $13, the quality of the wings were subpar. The Fisherman's platter was a HUGE surprise. You pay extra if you want fries. We didn't want fries so we didn't have leftovers. The amount of fish, shrimp, whole belly clams and scallops was HUGE! The cole slaw is delicious. There was so much seafood that we still had to take some back with us. We live in Maine and have NEVER seen this much fried seafood without or without fries. Impressive and worth the money.

Cute place in bar harbor. I didn't have high expectations for food here but was still disappointed…read morein the food and service. I had the chicken wings and the quality of the chicken was terrible, the meat had lots of black either old blood/veins/marrow in almost every bite. My husband's fish sandwich was okay. Overall, would not recommend getting food here but maybe would be fine for drinks!

Excellent find. Fantastic meal. Heck of a good time…read more Lots of beers and booze to choose from nestled in all warm and cozy in the eclectic environment of Bar Harbor, ME. I had the burger special which was fucking fantastic! I was getting pretty tired of seafood at this point and it was the most refreshing change of pace. It was one of those just in time food experiences. C went for the crab cakes. What a gorgeous version of crab cakes they were! Fancy pants presentation and all things considered some of the best crab cakes we had on our trip. Bartender was really friendly and was super proud of their whiskey/bourbon collection. He did point out a few bottles to us that were really quite special and hard to come across. They had some Penelope variants that were unseen to me. I would come back in a heartbeat. If I lived nearby, I would be here all of the time. There were a ton of interesting menu items I would like to try. '26 - 26

The cocktails were on point. The food was prepared and presented beautifully. We enjoyed oysters,…read morebluefin tuna tartar and lobster rolls and fresh cut fries. Our server wax wonderful and attentive. Great spot to enjoy dinner and drinks.

We had a such great experience at Project Social, we went back the following evening for our final…read moredinner in Bar Harbor. Their menu is surprisingly diverse and everything we tried was perfectly executed with extremely fresh ingredients. Everything is made from scratch, from the corn tortillas in the tacos to the tzatziki sauce in their lamb kofta. The cocktails were also expertly crafted. The ones I had used in-houses infused tequila and mezcal. But what really sets Project Social apart is the service and hospitality. Special thanks to Nicole for remembering that my kids had nut allergies and removing the pistachios from the bruschetta without my asking. We will definitely be back the next time we're in Bar Harbor.

I finally had a chance to visit the very enticing patio at Project Social Kitchen over Memorial Day…read moreweekend. It was chilly out but the patio was warmed by heat lamps and blankets were waiting for us on our seats. We ordered the midnight cocktail, a beer, the seafood chowder, prosciutto toast, patatas bravas, and duck tacos. I enjoyed all of the items, if I were visiting again I would reorder the tacos and the patatas. I know tapas typically are served as they're ready, not all at once, but each of our items were pretty spaced out so we were only eating one plate a time. I wish they were served a little closer together. I would love to come by again on a summer night to try a different cocktail and some of the other menu items. As other reviews have stated, the drinks and tapas are a little pricey, even for the area, but worth the splurge for a romantic evening or special occasion.

We made a reservation and had a lovely window seat upstairs. Our server was very efficient and…read morefriendly. We decided on the lobster roll meal - chowder to start, a wonderful lobster roll full of meat, and end with Maine blueberry pie. Loved every bite! We both had lobster martinis with Maine blueberries at the bottom which were delicious. Highly recommend!

We had a terrific visit to this cafe. We were so pleasantly surprised by the friendly team, quick…read moreservice and food quality. This cafe sits farther down the street away from the Main Street area, so we didn't notice it at first. Convenient but quiet. However, this spot is definitely a hidden gem. We started with the stuffed mushroom caps, and the seafood stuffing is so good. The cheese sauce on top is so freaking delicious. The. My husband tried the haddock au gratin, which also has that same cheese sauce and absolutely loved it. I went ambitiously with the Seaside Special which has a cup of delicious clam chowder, a lobster roll which was super good (and came with fries and Cole slaw--all terrific). The whole thing ends with a slice of blueberry pie--and we added a scoop of vanilla ice cream. We left happily stuffed and talking about the cafe being a great, unexpected choice.

McKays was a spot recommended to us and so happy we got to check it out! We showed up close to…read moreclosing time so I am keeping this in mind for my review. My husband and I walked up to the host at like 8:30pm and the sign said they close at 9pm. I was expecting a sour face as the reluctantly took us- nope! SMILES. Staff welcomed us in, our waitress (sorry her name escaped me) was attentive and provided great insight on the menu. We didn't want to overstay our welcome so we stuck with dinners. Husband enjoyed his braised short ribs and said he would get it again. My Shepard's Pie was extremely delicious and came out piping hot. We sat indoors but the outdoor seating looked adorable. I wasn't totally wowed by the place. McKays is a solid food spot. I'd treat it like my local go-to if we lived around there.

The service and ambiance were great. Food however was a little underwhelming. We ordered bread and…read morepretzels with beer cheese. The pretzels were great, the cheese was not. They should look into using a different cheese as it's so overpowering. The fish and chips (with mashed potatoes instead) was just okay. The breading was wayy too much giving it an "airy" texture. The breading was so thick it wasn't even on the fish, there was space between it. The mashed potatoes however were good. We also got the seafood risotto. Huge portion and I feel like they can really improve on the risotto itself.

This might have been the best meal we had on our trip to Maine!…read more A lot of restaurants weren't open yet but we came across this one. We were originally only going to order some small plates , but the one entree with fried chicken looked like something my husband would really like. Cocktails were great. Our server Eli was very friendly and helpful , he answered my questions. The lobster bisque was delicious, and I liked that it had a tempura lobster garnish and the caviar in it was a nice touch too. The tempura wasn't as crispy as I would have liked it , I think only the end part was, but still very good soup. We also got some oysters which were great with the sauces on the side. I ended up getting the halibut, which I never get at a restaurant- but it was so good! With the wakame butter, bok choy, pork belly, and sticky rice. All the flavors worked so well together! Husband got the Cantonese chicken- which was delicious as well. Very crispy, flavorful. We were so stuffed afterwards otherwise we would have got dessert. We ended up taking some Togo even though we had to drive for hours the next day. We put it in a cooler and ate some for lunch cold and it was still good. We had a great meal- i definitely recommended it.

Where do I even begin. We should have walked out the moment we opened the menu and saw that every…read moresingle dish reads like a fever dream written by someone who just discovered the word "umami" and lost their mind entirely. Every fish is paired with meat. In a lobster town. Truffle aioli on a lobster roll are we in 1987? The apps arrived and the nausea followed immediately. My wedge salad had sweet blue cheese dressing I didn't know that was possible, but here we are -- with a random glob of whole grain mustard on top. For what reason? No one knows. My daughter ordered the pork belly and scallops. The scallops arrived the color of miniature marshmallows not a single sear on them, just pale, flaccid little jellies sliding around the plate. My husband ordered the garlic shrimp which inexplicably contained olives, capers, rock-hard chorizo, and a salty broth. The bread course: three pieces of sourdough for $12. One of the butters was sweet. My sister's salmon arrived on two separate piles of colored gloop one green, one reddish pink decorated with little ornamental dots in a plating style that I haven't seen for 20 years. Something on the plate was allegedly broccoli slaw. It was large, cold, oxidized florets with brown edges that no one touched. My husband's filet came with beet mashed potatoes that were ice cold and inedible, and a steak so chewy it couldn't be cut and was raw in the middle. My daughter's seafood pasta arrived in what I can only describe as a glop of beige glue with fish suspended inside it. It looked like oatmeal that had absorbed the ocean. She was given a cracker and a fork, which I assume was meant to be ironic. I canceled my entrée after the apps. When we asked our server where the halibut was from, he said "I think it's fresh." When we asked about the salmon, he said "I think the Atlantic Ocean, but I'm not sure." That was the end of that conversation. We are well-traveled. We live in New York City. I am a chef and my sisters husband is a chef. We have eaten all over the world. This was the single worst meal any of us has ever had in our collective lives. Every dish had no fewer than 47 ingredients, none which complimented each other. The owner seemed genuinely shocked when we explained what had happened, which was perhaps the most alarming part. He refunded us, and we appreciated that. But the refund did not cover my daughter spending the night sick. Hire a new chef. Write a new menu. Edit ruthlessly. Less is more. A lobster in Bar Harbor does not need truffle aioli!!It needs butter maybe some lemon? We were absolutely shocked this place has good reviews.

We stopped for dinner after a sunset cruise. The staff, from the host, server & busser were all…read morefriendly and attentive. The gambas ( shrimp) appetizer was absolutely delicious! We shared the paella. The rice was crispy as it should be and the dish was not rushed. We enjoyed a Pisco sour from the bar. Wonderful experience in Bar Harbor.

Visited Havana for dinner during our first night in Bar Harbor. A chef we met in Searsport had…read morerecommended it and it was already on my list of places to try based on other yelpers' reviews. We weren't able to get a reservation last minute so we took our luck with getting seats at their small bar. (Side note - we accidentally sat down at the bar at the more casual place next door before we realized we were at the wrong place!) The bar seats were very comfortable and we enjoyed dining there - there were 2 musicians playing guitars throughout the whole meal. I must commend the bartender for her amazing service throughout the night. Despite how busy it was, she was on top of things - even remembering to remind the host to turn on the overhead music as soon as the guitar players took a break. To start, we shared the tostada - very tasty, large portion of brisket & the mango pico very good. For our mains, I had the lobster moqueca and my husband had the filet. My entrée was delicious. The broth was so tasty with large chunks of lobster. My husband's steak entree was so-so - it came out medium rare despite asking for medium. He didn't really like the potatoes on the side either. Since my husband doesn't eat fish, there weren't a ton of entrée options for him. We still really enjoyed our meal and had no room for dessert. The meal was on the pricier side since we also had a couple rounds of cocktails but it was worth it. We liked the atmosphere and being in the action at the bar.

This place is wonderful. The service was top notch and the food was fresh, quickly made, and…read moredelicious. The fresh sea breeze and complimentary fireplace area created a nice atmosphere. The prices weren't bad either! I definitely recommend.

The coconut shrimp are absolutely to die for. A must order! The burrata was great, with a nice char…read moreon the peaches. The burger was average and the service was just okay. Overall, I'd say It's a 3.5 that rounds up to a 4 due to the coconut shrimp.