We ate at the Side Street Cafe on 4/27/26. The staff were friendly and efficient. We ordered an All American Burger, Fries and the Captains Catch. We also had two pilsner beers. The food was delicious and arrived in a timely manner. We highly recommend this neighborhood cafe! read more

I will forever be dreaming of this blueberry pie. The blueberry pie here is AMAZING. I have never had a better tasting pie before. If you come here, please get it, you will not regret it! All of the other food we had was delicious as well! Especially their mac n cheese. We were there for happy hour and decided to get the $5 mac n cheese and it was HUGE. Such a good portion for a fantastic price point. The sandwiches we got were also delicious, I recommend the steak and cheese. For drinks, I loved my blueberry shirley. My fiancé loved the mango margarita. You can tell they use fresh ingredients! Overall, the food and drinks here are delicious! My favorite place to eat while in Bar Harbor. Plus the service is sooo good. Our server was so sweet! read more

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The thing that stands out about this place is the service; that's about it. Our server Niko was awesome! I got the bulgogi lettuce wraps which were on flimsy pieces of lettuce, served with rice that was not flavored. My husband got the lobster grilled cheese and said it was NOT worth it. It was completely smothered in cheese with no real lobster to it at all. I will say the cocktails were also flavorful and we both enjoyed what we got. We spent $100 on a lunch that was very mid. Would not recommend. read more

This is another local cafe and pub. It features a full bar and modern-casual setting, with a particularly good beer list. I found nice nut brown ale, and saw a stout featured. In a world of beer lists dominated by boring, lazy IPAs, I appreciated the variety. I had a southwest salad with grilled haddock. My wife had bulgogi lettuce wraps. We left satisfied. read more

Excellent food and service and live music in the Annex. In our two visits, we had the clam chowder, scallops, lobster melt, hamburger, prime rib sandwich, and the blueberry IPA and Lunch IPA. Everything was great. I'd also recommend you upgrade a side to the mac and cheese, which was also delicious. And leave room for their blueberry pie! Special thanks to Cynthia who provided us courteous and efficient service at the bar on our first visit and at a table on our second visit. read more

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We weren't anticipating going to Bar Harbor this trip so I was scrambling to choose a place for our anniversary dinner. I'm so glad we found this place. Everything was delicious! I loved the mocktail. We got there a little before 5 and were sat right away. Our server was great and our food came out fast and hot. read more

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Service was very friendly, and there was no wait to sit on the porch. Lots of cute dogs. Food was satisfying - I liked their clam chowder a lot. It had tons of clams and was not super thick. The mac and cheese was just OK. Good, but not as mind-blowing as they and their reviews suggest. The sauce was also a bit broken. The pie was delicious, as are most wild blueberry pies, although I think the filling was far better than the crust. I'd say it's pretty reliable, especially if you haven't made reservations elsewhere. read more

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As the name suggests, the "Side Street Cafe" is one-block off Main Street in Bar Harbor, literally on a side-street. Surrounded by flowering plants upon entering you'll find d a low ceiling with rough hand hewn beams. The restaurant can be a bit loud but this is managed by open windows and outdoor seating. The hamburger is listed as a smash burger ... but it is not a true smash burger... but that doesn't diminish its taste. Very juicy and an overall great burger. The Lobster Roll was excellent. LOTS of Lobster! Buttery, fresh, and tender. My only wish is the roll could have been toasted more. Then there is the Blueberry pie. OMGOODNESS THIS WAS A HEAVENLY EXPERIENCE. I love pie and this blueberry pie was tasty with an excellent crust. Could not have been any better. When visiting Bar Harbor, forget the Main Street restaurants and go find the Side Street Cafe. read more

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Side Street Cafe is located very close to main street on Rodick Street. It is worth the stop for any meal. We did not have any wait when we arrived which was surprising as it looked packed. We were seated on their outside deck overlooking Rodick Street. We ordered drinks, an app, and entrees. My drink was a blueberry mint lemonade l. It had a punch of tartness and was very pretty. Our app was the Rodick Street Corn. It arrived at the table smothered in the Old Bay crema but you could also taste the lime and tajin. It was delicious! For my meal, I went with the firecracker burger with candied bacon, slaw and cheddar on a country roll. It typically comes with chips but I swapped those for sweet potato fries. First of all, candied bacon? Yes, please. The surprising part was the country roll. It was the perfect pairing with the burger. I ate every last bite. The sweet potato fries were some of the best I've had. They were perfectly cooked with the right amount of salt. Overall, I highly recommend eating a meal or 2 at Side Street Cafe when you're in Bar Harbor. read more

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This place has over 2600 reviews #worthit. I anticipated having to wait but we got there at the perfect time, they were opening up another section of the restaurant for seating. So maybe 5 minutes. Everything we ordered was fabulous, the drinks, the food, the fish, the fries, even the black bean patty. I've literally been talking about the black bean patty for days. We also had a side of Mac and cheese, yum! They also offer some molding clay to help keep the kids entertained. My aunt and uncle have been coming to Maine for a decade and said this was their favorite place to eat. Tried and true. The entry is unique, like a secret tunnel. We sat on the ground floor, it has a huge bar and some covered seating on a deck. It looks like there is a second floor as well, maybe next time we will check that portion out. A note also this place is year round open, one of the few after tourist season. read more

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It was very very cold inside. They did turn the fan off for us, but it's still very cold. The lobster stew is delicious. It has a good amount of lobster in it & the chopped green onions in it and the flavor; the bartender's choice cocktail was guava rum punch, and the charity was the food pantry ($2)That was nice. The blueberry margarita was very limey and tart, but strong The server was very nice and attentive. The lobster mac and cheese is always a favorite. We also got a slice of blueberry pie to go, and it was delicious. read more

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July 2025: My husband and I stopped at Side Street Cafe because we wanted to have our first Lobster Roll and Clam Chowder at a highly recommended place and this was it based on reviews. We dined outside for lunch on the patio where it was dog friendly, since we had our 10 lb dog with us. We only had to wait about 10-15 minutes for seating. The clam chowder was good and flavorful, the lobster roll was very simple and minimalist. The main focus was the fresh lobster and buttered toasted bread, not so much the condiments. I considered it a little bland for me but I love adding pepper and hot sauce to my food. lol Also, our waitress, Harmony, was very friendly and provided great service. Overall we enjoyed our lunch and would recommend stopping here for a bite to eat! read more

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The food was alright, I did like it but the had sauce portions they could improve on. The biggest issue was the service. I'll start by saying we very well could have just caught a bad server, or they were having a bad day. We were sat and hardly checked on, which happens sometimes but it wasn't busy and I watched the server check their other tables several times unprompted. No attempt for eye contact was even made, after calling out several times and waving down they finally came over. And listen if we were rude or a bothersome table I would understand being reluctant to come over I know the feeling, but it was just rough from the get go. The overall ambiance was nice though, for a small place it had some cozy life to it, lots of potential read more

Amazing food and service! Love how dog friendly they are! We love coming here every season! read more

Side Street Cafe - Seared tune - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

We went here to escape the main streets of Bar Harbor. That said, this side street was pretty popular. I've been to Bar Harbor over ten times and I don't remember this section of town but it was one of our favorites during this trip. Anyway, we stopped in for one reason -- blueberry pie. We also ate food and had a few beers but --- nothing really stood out as exceptional. This blueberry pie was a showstopper - I'd go so far as to say it's "G.O.A.T"ed. read more

Side Street Cafe - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Enjoyed- the mocktails, especially the raspberry one. The lobster (of course). My husband enjoyed the mac and cheese. The blueberry pie (regrettably, no pics, but it's delicious). No wait time when we went for dinner on a weeknight. Didn't like- it was very loud, even though the space wasn't full- sound just carries. It was also our most expensive meal in Maine (and I get it, Bar Harbor), but the food was just ok in comparison to some of the other meals we had for half the price. read more

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Side Street Cafe is located in a quieter part of Bar Harbor, with a relaxed interior that was fully seated when we arrived for lunch. A friend had recommended this restaurant as having one of the best lobster rolls in Bar Harbor, so of course we had to check it out. Crab cakes ($18) - we ordered this as a starter for the table. It was solid but not the standout of the meal. Lobster roll ($45 which was market price at the time we dined) - expensive but honestly super delicious and one of the best we've had. The chunks of lobster meat are succulent and juicy. Perfectly seasoned. Generous amount of lobster given the amount of bread. If it wasn't so expensive, I could probably eat three of these in one sitting! Blueberry pie ($7.95) - the best blueberry pie we had in Bar Harbor. We got it served warm and it was heavenly. It has a sugar and lime zest crust which gave a lovely crunch. Surprisingly not too sweet, which I appreciated. I still miss this pie to this day. Service was fast and attentive. Despite the restaurant being packed and busy, we got everything we needed in a timely manner. read more

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The chicken sandwich I had was really good, however it felt a little cheap that potato chips were the standard side. I wouldn't have minded that much but it was a $5 charge to swap them for fries or their other side options. The clam chowder had good flavor but was mostly broth and didn't have many clams or potatoes. Our server checked on us only after we flagged him down to ask for something and was very impersonal and unfriendly. read more

This place was amazing! We were there right when they opened and the staff were super attentive and friendly when we came in. The ambience of the restaurant was great and they had music, pretty views of Bar Harbor, and just a good vibe to the place. The food was of course the best part; we both tried the CYO Mac and cheese and it was AMAZING!! The street corn is so good on it. We also tried the cornbread and it was absolutely amazing. I definitely recommend eating here! read more

Side Street Cafe - The top one is CYO Mac and cheese with scallions, chipotle ranch, and queso. - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Customer service was great- hospitable and warm; family vibe. Food was amazingly delicious. Mac n Cheese was ooy-gooey, could tell fresh cheese was melted in. BBQ chicken melt was tasty, upgraded to sweet potatoes which were crispy. Ranch tasted in-house made & BBQ sauce had a nice sweet tang. Appreciate the options of local beer on tap. Lobster prices were similar to other locations. read more

The restaurant was very loud but service was decent. The food came quickly. The blueberry lemonade was okay. The lobster roll had a nicely toasted bun but lacked flavor. The chowder was decent. The waffle fries were good. For the price I'd love it to be better flavored. If I could give half stars I'd give 3.5 but since I can't I'm going with 3. Wouldn't go again. read more

Side Street Cafe - Lobster roll feast - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Ate in may 2026. Great food, staff and on site local owner. You MUST get the blueberry pie.....it is delicious!! With ice cream of course!! Going back again! read more

Definitely worth a stop after a day at Acadia! We came around 6:30 pm and were seated quickly. However, not long after, the line got really long, so come early if you can. Our server was great and super helpful about the market prices. The lobster roll was delicious, the chowder hit the spot, and the lobster mac and cheese was creamy with plenty of lobster chunks. Casual vibe but quality food. Would totally come back! read more

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Got the BBQ chicken sandwich and the blueberry pie. The sandwich was fine- nothing to write home about but THE BLUEBERRY PIE. Literally will come back just for it- stunning and the best ive had in my stent in maine. I adored it so much and you must get it al a mode because why wouldn't you? Service was quick and vibe is cute with live music outdoors. Trust me on this and do not leave Bar harbour without this pie read more

Side Street Cafe - Bbq chicken sandwich - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Super delicious haddock sandwich! Tasted super fresh and was fully loaded with its yummy ingredients, I loved the abundance. The chips were fresh and yummy. Our waitress was super helpful and kind. Restaurant was so busy but has plenty of seating so we got a table really fast! Outdoor patio is in a great spot, pretty and fun people watching. read more

Side Street Cafe - Haddock sandwich - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Came by on a busy weekend night, was able to get a table pretty quickly. We had lots of options so we decided to sit at the community table to watch the live band- On The Rocks. Was really good! Food was fine- got the Mac and cheese with lobster and maple glazed salmon. Drinks were nice as well. And staff was very nice! read more

Loved the aesthetic of this restaurant. Quick walk after our sand bar hike. Service was impeccable and quick with friendly staff and space for a toddler to walk around when she got restless. Food was delicious! I got the haddock tacos with extra chipotle mayo. We have a friend who is vegetarian who loved the veggie Mac and cheese- only thought was that it could have more garlic. So tasty!! read more

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Good food, okay service, busy environment. We visited side street cafe in the middle of the week and it was slammed. Our waitress, who claimed to be a bartender, seemed irritated with our table (she was short with us, corrected us several times, and was unfriendly). Aside from that, the food was very good. I ordered the poke wrap and it was different in a good way! I've never seen something like it. read more

Side Street Cafe - Ahi tuna wrap - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Great service, friendly staff. On our trip I hadn't tried haddock yet so felt I needed to try. I was also wanting a healthier meal so I could indulge in dessert . I ordered the baked haddock and it was really yummy. It had some crab on top and the sauce on the side was perfect with it. Rice was a little bland and the veggies a smidge overcooked. But I was satisfied with the overall dish. Husband got the burger and fries and he said it was cooked perfectly and it was one of his favorite meals since he has a shellfish allergy . Get. The. Pie. You won't regret it! read more

Side Street Cafe - Warm blueberry pie with ice cream - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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We went there with a group of 5 and had good service at the end of May before the tourist season kicks in to high gear. The Annex had actually good free live music by a local solo artist Takada (super talented local kid) so that was a good bonus. I had the haddock sandwich which was delicious. Lots of local on draft too. Would recommend for a fun evening out after hiking Acadia. read more

Side Street Cafe - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Clam chowder was tasty. They have good local Maine beer. The bar hostess was friendly.

We really enjoyed our visit! Many of the restaurants in Bar Harbor are cramped for space, thus the tables are too close together, however at Side Street Cafe we had plenty of room. We were greeted immediately and taken to a table during our visit on a Tuesday at lunch. Our waiter was very nice, and helpful with our choices. My husband is allergic to gluten and they had so many options he was in a pickle on what to choose! I heard patrons at the tables around us exclaiming how good their food was, so I know it wasn't just our choices that were amazing. I had a cheeseburger with sweet potato fries. The cheeseburger was made with such quality meat, seasoned to perfection, it was great, but too big to finish. My husband had the bang, bang shrimp in gluten free macaroni and cheese. He loved it. Our baby had a quesadilla and also took some of our food. The only thing I didn't love, was the chips and queso. I like a little more kick in my queso, and this was just cheesy. But it was still good. All in all, I would absolutely go back and try other things on their menu! read more

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We had a nice family dinner here after exploring Acadia. I had the vegan soup du jour, which I believe was a carrot based soup that day, and it was pretty tasty. My sister enjoyed a grilled cheese from the kids menu, which also comes with a free dessert from the ice cream shop next door. My parents ordered a couple other items, had good things to say about the lobster quesadilla but felt overall the food was just okay. They also got the blueberry pie, which they thought was decent but not exceptional. Not a ton of vegan options besides the soup, but they have allergens listed in the online ordering menu (not the paper menu) which is really nice. read more

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an absolute must visit restaurant while in bar harbor. i got the southern mac & cheese and it was absolutely delicious. my friends got the lobster rolls & they said it was delicious. the staff were super friendly & made some great drink selections. read more

Side Street Cafe - country mac & cheese - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Side street was one of the best meals we had in Bar Harbor. Lots of seating inside and out, and service was really good. We never waited too long for food even though they were busy. Best things we had was the lobster quesadillas, Mac and cheese (lowkey any of them), blueberry pie. The ahi tuna was very value at $15 for a sizable wrap. read more

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Tacos, shrimp cocktail, blueberry cocktails and live music!!! Service was incredible! We sat on the Annex side read more

Side Street Cafe - Tacos - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

The food at side street cafe was wonderful. It looked pretty busy, but we were able to snag a table pretty quickly without a reservation. Staff was very thorough and knowledgeable about the menu as well as possible substitutions. I ordered chowder, polenta fries, and lobster mac with gluten free pasta substituted. The chowder was nice and chunky with plenty of potatoes and clams in it. I had never tried polenta fries before, but I'm definitely a fan now. They were crispy, cheesy, and had a nice creamy texture on the inside. I loved the textural contrast of these. The lobster mac had plenty of lobster in it and the cheese sauce was great. I appreciated that gluten free pasta could be substituted in this dish since many restaurants don't offer options like this. Overall we enjoyed our meals, the vibes of the restaurant, and the excellent service that we were treated to. read more

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This spot is OVERRATED to say the least. The three stars here represent the Excellent Server we had and the fact that there was an online wait list available. The food and hostesses however... The $35 lobster grilled cheese came on sourdough bread with to my disbelief cheap government or cheese singles type cheese food. Doubtful it was real cheese. It was also the incredibly dry. Not sure how to make a lobster grilled cheese dry, but this spot perfected the dry grilled cheese. The cup of clam chowder was most definitely canned. I'm sure I've had that brand before on a quick lunch break while working. Finally the Caesar salad was so drenched in dressing it was hard to tell, at first, that the lettuce was old. But it was definitely old. We noticed the lady next to us ordered a dinner salad. It was beautiful, but we heard her complain it was horrible and then never touch another bite. So we were saved from making the same mistake. I don't know how this spot has such good ratings. Don't eat here! Try Testa's or even Rosalie's or go up the road and eat in Northeast Harbor at Colonel's Restaurant. They use real cheese in their lobster grilled cheese, where here I'm not sure what I was served. read more

Side Street Cafe - American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Service was super slow and unattentive, and I couldn't believe how tiny the lobster serving with my entree was.

I loved the southern comfort Mac and cheese and Jena's jam. We ordered takeout and took it into the park for a picnic, which was perfect. Food was still hot even after a 10 min drive. Order ahead online! read more