I left extremely stuffed and happy! Food was tasty, super flavorful, visually plated greatly, and…read moredidn't have to wait long. We showed up on a Saturday at 5 o'clock end of August and got right in at Annex which is the same menu and attached. Waiters were helpful and kind, amazing people! Live music was going on at 7 but we left right before, awesome vibes doors to the outside open so it was basically an open air concept since it was a beautiful day. Clam chowder: super delicious and passed the spoon test! (I like my chowders thick so a spoon should float on top) Bangin Shrimp: seasoning and sauce were bangin! Great stuff and the buttery grilled flamed pita added a beautiful touch Cadillac fries: crispy fries with melty cheese, hot sauce, bbq sauce, chipotle mayo and toooed with bacon. We inhaled these. Mac + rac: fall off the bone rips and the Mac was killer. Mixed in with street corn added a great change up and all went so well together. Larger shells cooked perfectly and super cheesy, this was a great dish. Highly recommend, wish I could have tried the Blueberry Pie because that looks insane, was way too full after crushing the other dishes and washed down with a blueberry beer and an extra dirty martini!

After driving the 27-mile loop road of Acadia National Park, we stopped back at our motel and…read morerealized we were too tired to go out to lunch. However, we weren't too tired to eat it, so we had the food delivered from Side Street Cafe. So glad we did it that way cuz it was terrific... and easy to arrange ! My hubby ordered their Cubano sandwich while I ordered a cheeseburger. He loved his Cubano, which came with a side of mac 'n cheese. The mac 'n cheese was light in flavor, I think because of the kind of cheese used. I prefer more flavor, but it wasn't bad either. My( burger was quite large, and it was really tasty... very nicely seasoned beef patty, and it had all the things I like... cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle.... and catsup. I was very happy. It came with fries, but I had my fill of fries with all the lobster rolls I had ordered along the way, so I didn't eat them. Plus, there was a slice of blueberry pie calling out to me, so I wanted to blow my calories with the pie... and so glad I did cuz it was another spectacular piece of blueberry pie. Against my will, I split it with my hubby. Lol. It was a great way to end our meal. (Turns out we never got dinner that night cuz we were so full from such a nice lunch.) Side Street Cafe is definitely going on my radar if we're ever fortunate enough to return to Bar Harbor.

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.

the jerk wagyu beef taco was SO GOOD I swear I felt like it was jerking ME. totally recommend…read more Waiters were super sweet too.

The vibe of this location was lowkey and upper scale for a taproom and pizza house on the main…read morestrip of Bar Harbor. We ordered 2 pizzas for the kids- one cheese and one pepperoni. The pizza was well cooked and delicious. The kids enjoyed it. My wife and I had the surf and turf for two. A perfectly cooked and encrusted tomahawk steak and a split lobster on a bed of potatoes and broccoli florets. All of the food was flavorful and delicious. The service on point and keen to provide input and recommendations all while being aware and attentive to the needs of the customer.

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.

This place is really a nice restaurant option in a lovely area of Bar Harbor. We ate in the dining…read moreroom and had a super energetic and fun waitress. They were so responsive when we requested a new table because a large party next to us was very loud and we wanted a quieter meal. We enjoyed the Maine oysters a lot. They were nice size and the accompanying sauces were great. The paella was the star of the show though. The scallops were so moist and tender and there was just the right spice level to the rice. There was plenty of shrimp, mussels, lobster chunks, chicken, and sausage. We really enjoyed our meal.

Went here for the Fourth of July 250th, and was not disappointed. I had a large party of 9 and…read morereserved way in advance, and the service was spectacular. Our waiter, HarHar, paid special attention to all of the allergies at our large table, including gluten free, pineapple, almonds, etc. The space is incredibly intimate, with live music. One thing that I would have wished for was more bathrooms, since there was frequently a line for them. However, not so intimate that we were smooshed together like sardines! EVERYTHING on that menu, including the paella, was spectacular. There was not a person in my party that left hungry that night- portions were large, and the food was extraordinary. I would absolutely come here again.

We had the charcoaled ribeye and the ribeye tacos. They were both excellent. The charcoaled ribeye…read morewas mid-rare as requested. We also had the Arancini, which was excellent. The sauce was very good which is surprising for a restaurant. Mari was our server and she was very friendly and knowledgeable and sweet. The ambience was great as we were able to eat while looking at the park and the waterfront. The only downside was, they did not have espresso. Shrug.

Terrible. Overpriced and BAD. $40 for a tiny buttered lobster roll w rubbery lobster in a minimal…read moreamount and also stuffed into a mini hot dog roll that was also full of LETTUCE (I never see this as a garnish or recipe) to compensate for the abysmal amount of meat. Clam Chowder was gummy and no fresh taste.Came out looking with a skim on top which made me think it was old dished up and put under a heat lamp and I could hardly taste Clams - just cream and veg, that weren't;t even good. Cost a fortune for bad food. SKIP IT!!!!! The lobster was a tiny amount, sweet but definitely overcooked. In fact everything tasted reheated. Take the walk to Peekytoe Provisions off the view drag per my next night review. The food was phenomenal and locals swear by this year round spot. EVEN The WAIT STAFF sucked. AVOID!

Last week my wife and I made our annual pilgrimage to Bar Harbor. We stayed at the Tide Watch…read moreCabins which are just next door and part of the Chart Room. Needless to say, we found ourselves at the Chart Room on more than one occasion. Happy hour on the pier is a must do. The view coupled with half price drinks and apps can't be beat. We always meet great people who are visiting just like us. One evening we had dinner there as well. My wife had the Baked Stuffed Haddock, and I had the Chicken Broccoli Alfredo. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. Large portions, excellent presentation and at a price I expect to pay at a five-star restaurant on the coast of Maine. What I feel is the highlight of our experience at the Chart Room was the staff. Everything started with James the General Manager and Jamie, the Booking Manager. We appreciate all their help before we even arrived there. There were several members of the wait staff that were amazing as well. Some that we've seen each season when we visit. Chris, Presley, Val, Miranda and Lexi are just a few of them. Our bartender Jamie was equally amazing. Ellen enjoyed a couple unique drinks that Jamie had added a small twist to. This is an awesome restaurant that you need to visit when you are in the area. We are already looking forward to our visit next summer

Big day of activities in Maine. A big seafood dinner was in order. The Chat Room was a perfect…read morespot. It is right by the water and has outdoor seating. We were seated pretty quick. The drink order was taken first as the family looked over the food menu further. Lots of blueberry themed drinks to fit the Maine theme. I had the Grapefruit & Rosemary Spritz. I liked it, it was a tad too bitter for me. Grapefruit and lime juice together will do that. My brother had the Alfredo dish. He is not a fan of seafood in the slightest. His portion was HUGE. It was a dish that could have been split, instead he had leftovers for a different day. My parents stuck to their goal of having as much Maine Lobster as they could. The lazy lobster option is always appreciated by vacation goers. I went with the halibut. I really like halibut and this was my favorite halibut filet I've had. The carrots were also bigger than most carrots I have had in my life. The fries were an awesome complementary side. I ate everything on my plate and enjoyed every second of the food coma I was in the rest of the night. Our waitress was attentive to our dietary needs. She was very passionate and informative about the seafood offerings. The halibut I had was from the Maine waters, which is a rarer due to the limited time US fishermen can get halibut. Glad I got some! If you have the opportunity to have the halibut, go for it! Awesome spot. I appreciate the gluten free options and the mocktails. The mocktail was the least favorite part of my meal. Hood but more bitter than I anticipated. Overall, amazing. Food, ambience and service. All of it!

I'm sure at times this place is extremely busy, but we lucked out visiting right after the parade…read morefinished up to enjoy a lunch without a crowd. Now if you are in search of seafood and/or lobster during a visit to Bar Harbor you could throw a stone in any direction and find numerous options. Some family recommended checking out this spot. Both my wife and I started out with a blueberry margarita that was fantastic. Then for food we both decided on the lobster tacos which comes with an order of two. They did not skimp on the lobster at all and this spot created such a tasty taco I would return for them. Granted the appetizer of a lobster poutine sounded delicious too! The ambiance and overall vibes is good, outside they have many picnic tables to enjoy the sights/sounds of Bar Harbor. Inside they have a couple different areas but a welcoming atmosphere overall. Despite the heat and the fact Bar Harbor is busy during the summer, service was quick as well as friendly. Had no complaints for our visit! Great first visit here!

I really really dislike leaving bad reviews. In fact, I typically only leave reviews if they're…read morepositive. However, this restaurant was so so disappointing for the price you pay. We did get food to go, but our hotel was just steps away. So not a long journey from the restaurant to our room. We ordered the lobster nachos. It was not edible and they were so expensive. I was looking forward to getting some lobster, but didn't want a lobster roll and thought this would do it. First of all-- everything was mush. Not even soggy, but like all mush and disintegrated. I can deal with soggy-- it's take out so I don't have high expectations for fresh food. But the chips literally dissolved. There was also no cheese? I don't understand how you can have nachos with no cheese. Also, was advertised with sour cream and there was no sour cream. Lastly, I had lobster earlier today at a different restaurant. It tasted so fresh. This lobster was different. Almost like it was bad or even like a little gamey. I didn't eat but that one piece because I'm afraid I might get food poisoning-- something was just off. I'm not very hard to please and will eat pretty much anything from anywhere. The fact that I wouldn't eat the food (especially after paying $32) says a lot. I literally told my husband I would've rather had McDonald's Giving 2 stars only bc the guy on the phone who took our order was super nice.

Wow, this place checks all the boxes! Right when we walked in, a couple walking out stopped to…read moretell us the food was outstanding. The atmosphere was very cute and eclectic. We sat out on the front patio. I recommend you try sit there if you can. Our server was super friendly and made us feel like the only patrons there, taking the time to walk us through the menu and help us consider pros and cons of menu items. The food selection was eclectic, with twists on common fare. We ordered the Kale & Brussels, Prosciutto Toast, Scallops, and Octopus all of which had amazing presentation and great taste. Prices were high but it was easily justified by the high quality food and service. If you're in Bar Harbor and want to take a break from chomping on lobster rolls at touristy spots and want an upscale dinner that doesn't disappoint, make Project Social a priority.

This place nails it all. The ambiance, the drinks, the food. All incredibly divine. We had kofta,…read morelobster crepes, a root salad, shishito peppers, a bahn mi starter. All so full of flavor and beautiful to look at. And to top it all off, they were even kind enough to send me my hiking shoes when I left them behind after a swoon-worthy meal. Above and beyond customer service. We can't wait to go back to Project Social on our next trip to Bar Harbor.

Wanted something a little different than spots that speacialize in lobster rolls, so we decided to…read morepop in here. There was a 30-45 min wait, which we were ok with. The service is very friendly. I wanted the Strawberry Fields cocktail, but they didn't have so I settled on The Fuzzy. It is very alcohol forward, which most people will enjoy. Not for me personally, as I would have liked more flavor from the infusions, but that's definitely a personal preference. The Blackened Fish Sandwich with a Small Caesar Salad had very flakey fish. I loved the meld of flavors, and ended up devouring my sandwich! The bun held together well. The caesar salad was a decent size and well dressed. Definitely a cool spot to hit for good food and a great pub vibe!

"The closest Irish Pub to Ireland in the U.S.!" We just landed at Bar Harbor and that was enough to…read moregrab my attention after a long day of traveling. We sat outside and I had what the waitress called a "local Magners cider" and a blackened fish sandwich, which was a nicely blackened cod with tartar sauce and some chips. I ultimately enjoyed it, though admittedly, the Magners did taste better in Ireland. Overall, it was a nice pop in and you could do worse. It's a solid place and I enjoyed it.