The Barnacle

just loved out stop in for cocktails at the Cottage Street Pub. There were tons of drink options…read moreand a knowledgeable bartender who can whip up something to suit your tastes. They had a great selection of local drafts or fun cocktails with even better names. I got the Watermelon Crawl (yep you hear me...If you drink don't drive....do the watermelon crawl!) It was such a unique drink with perfectly balanced flavors.

A fabulous place for drinks in Bar Harbor. We went here for a predinner drink, and returned for a…read morefew after. The bartender we had was personable and witty (wish I caught her name). A place where hot pockets and jello shots are equally offered and should be enjoyed.

Outside seating on the right

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Great ambiance

Black Friar Inn And Pub

4.4(156 reviews)

0.3 mi

I loved it! Best fish and chips and old fashioneds a man could ask for. Great vibe and service tooread more

My son and I came to this place based on a recommendation. Boy were we disappointed…read more The crab cakes were very ordinary with an awful sauce on top. The Lobster chimi which we were told were the best thing in town were bang average. Oysters too were tasteless. We paid up and went somewhere else !! Thanks for the feedback ! Of course, we didn't want to make a fuss, we just moved on. After the hype we were very disappointed ......

Room 5. Third floor with own bathroom.

Blueberry pie with ice cream

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Tap & Barrel Tavern

4.6(248 reviews)

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

Rolled into town and stopped for lunch! Fun atmosphere with a very nice patio if it's a nice day…read more Friendly bartender that helped us choose the right beer! The street corn scallops were absolutely amazing and cooked perfectly!

Glasses

Brisket sandwich with parm fries!!

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Old Fashioned with Weller; 12 year Rip Van Winkle

Leary's Landing Irish Pub

4.2(369 reviews)

Reviewed the menu and decided this is where I wanted to come after a long day hiking in the park…read moreand starving after skipping lunch. This spot is cozy and quaint and full of friendly local staff members. It was Kentucky Derby day and a lot of folks we were watching it as we walked in, ambiance was jovial and loud. Greeted immediately by the hostess and bartender and waited a short while for a table to open up. I ordered the chicken sandwich and my husband ordered the Reuben. He is Jewish and loves Reubens, gets them all the time. He said this one was really, really good. Great texture to the meat. Now, my Chicken Sandwich - was the best I've ever had in my life. I told my husband, I will be holding any and all future chicken sandwiches up to this one as the benchmark. The breaded chicken breast was huge and delicious quality white meat. It was dipped in buffalo sauce, and had fresh slaw, pickles, tomato and blue cheese sauce. It was DECADENT and it really hit the spot for me after a long day. I could not stop eating it. YUMMMM. Oh, we also ordered the pub fries - loaded with aioli and cheese and greens. Fries were delish but a bit too much aioli for our taste. Still, wonderful! Huge portion. Overall, food was yummy, out quickly, service was great and we loved the vibes. Easily a fav for us on this trip and we'll be looking forward to coming back again some day!

Blueberry Mule and Guiness draft! We only had drinks but they were good. A quick stop for a…read morelibation while seeing and showing Bim the craziness of Bar Harbor. The place is nuts on Memorial Day weekend but the funny bartender and the cold drinks helped us relax. (People and crazy ass busy downs drive us nuts!) The cocktail was tasty but mostly ice. The Guinness was cold and tasty.

Grilled Veggie Sandwich - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

Simple Salad with Blackened Haddock and Fish N' Chips - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

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Summer Salad - Bar Harbor - Leary's Landing Irish Pub

Thirsty Whale

3.8(1.2k reviews)

We got carryout and while some of the food throughout bar harbor were heavy misses on quality and…read moreflavor, thirsty whale completely delivered on some late night food. Grilled chicken salad with their creamy scallion dressing (amazing), seasoned and crispy chicken tenders, flavorful rich clam chowder

This is your standard local pub, like you'll find in any American town. It has a casual…read moreatmosphere, good if not mind-blowing food, and friendly service. It didn't blow me away, but neither was it bad. If my wife wanted to come here again, I wouldn't push back.

Lobster roll

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Orono Brewing Wicked Blueberry Ale

Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant

3.8(530 reviews)

0.2 mi

•$$$

Paddy's has a great location where you can view the harbor and watch people walking by. Food and…read moredrinks are reasonably priced and came quickly. We ordered the Rustic Irish shellfish stew which was awesome. The wild blueberry martini was a hit! The server was friendly and helpful. We can definitely recommend this pub for a dinner out in Bar Harbor.

This restaurant is a nice change from all the other seafood restaurants. The ambiance is warm and…read morecozy. There is a guiter player that ends at 5pm, which was a nice touch. The food came out on time and was so delicious! All that being said, what i loved even more was our waiter Alex M. What a top notch waiter!! He was so polite and attentive! He should be promoted to trainer to show how it is done!!!

Housemade pretzel and blueberry ale

Lobster bisque.

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Finback Alehouse

3.8(612 reviews)

we got the spicy burger, clam chowder and lobster BLT = AMAZING. bartender was very friendly and…read morechatty, which made a rainy afternoon better!

My friends and I chose this place after our 4+ mile hike. We were starving! I enjoyed my lobster…read moreroll and the serving size was generous! The service was good and parking was easy to find.

Crab cakes

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Store front

McKays Public House

3.7(731 reviews)

0.2 mi

We only went for drinks and dessert, but wow this place was good! The atmosphere is a little mixed…read moreup, you can tell it's an old house which has had a few identities in its time, which I much prefer to something phony so that's not a problem. We had a great seat with a server who understood we were there to gossip and catch up -- thanks, Hannah!

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.

The bar

Truffled seafood risotto

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Lompoc Cafe

4.0(237 reviews)

Lompoc is one of the most vegetarian friendly dinner spots in Bar Harbor…read more They don't take reservations and offer three seating arrangements: the patio, the bar, and a small inside area with four or so tables. I would have liked to sit outside on their cute patio, but it was full and the hostess said it would be a long wait, so we decided to eat inside. At first she directed us to a table in the bar but realized it was very loud (music and patrons) so offered to seat us in the other inside section. We had a view of a bocce match and the patio--definitely better than the bar, but not as nice as the patio. They were playing classic rock and the people at the table next to us asked to turn it down, and they were accommodated, which made for a nicer experience for us as well. The falafel wrap and Banh Mi (v) were very good and the chips can be substituted for a house salad or fries, which we did. The dressing was light and I enjoyed it. The highlight of the experience at Lompoc was dessert. Although there was nothing vegan on the dessert menu, our server suggested an "off the menu" rhubarb raspberry sorbet, which was excellent! And doesn't it enhance the experience when you feel like they're letting you in on something special?! I'd definitely return and try to get there early (4:30) to be able to sit outside.

This place is so special that I make it a point to visit anytime I'm in Bar Harbor. The atmosphere…read moreis a touch Bohemian giving it an airy and welcoming feeling. The staff is always exceptionally kind and forthcoming with their opinions on the food which makes it known they genuinely enjoy it too. The last time I was here I got the bang bang chicken and was able to even get the spicy sauce in the side so I could control my spice level. The true winner for the night was a chocolate carrot cake from a local bakery in town. It was decadent yet well balanced and a hefty portion that I would have regretted if I finished entirely. This place has a unique vibe compared to all the other spots in Bar Harbor and has something for everyone. Do not miss this place when in town.

Noodle bowl - super salty, with undercooked noodles

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Outside

Project Social Kitchen & Bar

4.4(450 reviews)

0.2 mi

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.