If you're visiting Bar Harbor you have probably seen brochures for Thurston's around town like we…read moredid. after looking at reviews and the menu online we visited on a Saturday for an early dinner/late lunch. There was a long line at the door to order but the line moved fairly quickly. After ordering you seat yourself and your food is brought to the table. We sat in the bar area which was very nice. It seemed like all menu items except for lobsters could be ordered from the bar directly so if you are not planning to order a lobster this could help you skip the long line. We had one lobster dinner and one sandwich with a blueberry cider and strawberry rhubarb margarita. The food was great and service was friendly. Prices seem standard for the area.

Thurston's Lobster Pound was hands down our favorite stop on our Acadia trip…read more Located on the quieter side of the park, it offers amazing food and a far better ambience than the busier tourist spots. We sat right on the dock and ordered live lobster, which is cooked fresh on site. Be prepared to wait a bit, but it is absolutely worth it. The lobster was the best we had the entire trip, enjoyed with ocean views and a beautiful sunset. One tip: get the blueberry pie if they aren't sold out. We ordered a few to share and immediately regretted not getting our own because it was that good. By the time we realized, they were already sold out for the night.

Delicious scallop roll....crisp fries....friendly service. Great that it's off the main drag and…read morewe could park! Highly recommend. (And my husband was able to get a blt--he'd had enough seafood).

Excellent fried clams! I would suggest you to stop by there and try it. Also, good service!read more

Beal's lobster pier was a huge hit on our trip to Maine. Right on the water, you walk up and order…read moreand they bring it to your table. The young man who took our order was very helpful and knowledgeable. Tables were spacious and overall atmosphere was laid back. I had the lemon butter lobster roll and my wife had the lobster ravioli. Both were delicious! Get yourself to Beal's!!

Nice location by the water and very friendly personnel ! Was…read moreblown away by the price though ! Soooo expensive. We had a lobster roll, fried lobster pieces and a lobster nachos. With 2 non alcoholic drinks that was $185.00 !!! Beware the MP tag ..... check !!!!! It was good but not worth the money !!

Friendly service and amazing food. The clam chowder on a chilly and rainy Memorial Day was perfect…read more Great small business anyone visiting Southwest Harbor should take the time to visit and eat.

Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound is worth a stop if you want a kick and a good story to tell…read morelater. Stick to the basics and you'll be happy. The lobster rolls were great, but the mac and cheese was a bit heavy and the bisque was more watery than expected. Still, the overall experience made it a fun, relaxing evening. Outdoor seating, live music, and a crowd of regulars give this place a lively, welcoming feel. Make sure to read the articles posted on the bus, they might be some of the best fun facts you pick up on your trip.

I tempted to give Batson River Fish Camp 5-stars based on the location--overlooking the western…read morepassage around Greening Island as you enter Mt. Desert Island's Somes Sound--alone, but the service and food were fantastic, too. We stopped in for a late lunch / early dinner during our Acadia vacation based on a recommendation from a co-worker and we are very glad we did. I had the fish sandwich with fries and a specialty cocktail made with bourbon, ginger beer and honey (I forget the name). The fish sandwich came for way more than enough perfectly cooked haddock and a crunchy and delicious beer-batter crust. The fries we excellent, too (they can so easily be bland and boring, but these were not!) The cocktail was ice-cold (perfect for this hot summer day) and delicious, if a little sweet. My partner had the Mediterranean Plate which came with Grilled Flat Bread, Hummus, Tzatziki, Marinated Cucumber Salad, Marinated Olives, and Feta. She loved all 'the subtle and distinct flavors that went together so well!' Note that Batson River Fish Camp has two locations and is part of Batson River Brewing and Distilling. This location is on the beautiful grounds of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest HarbFor, ME.

Beautiful view of the south west harbor, but the drinks aren't very good and the clam chowder and…read moreCaesar salad was also just okay.

Such a pleasant experience at this casual roadside place. The lady working the window was so kind,…read moreexplained everything, and was accommodating with customization on my husband's sandwich. I got the lobster dinner and it was fantastic! We ate outside, which was especially good for a messy meal, haha. (They even have an outside sink for this purpose!) I enjoyed the cornbread, and would definitely recommend the blueberry lemonade. Prices are very reasonable. If you want to escape the crowds of Bar Harbor, come here for dinner.

I left incredibly disappointed and regretful. I paid 85$ for…read more2 crab melts, lemonade, and tip and I could barely finished my first bite. We ended up scraping off the crab we paid for to make a different meal at home. The staff on other hand, are incredibly friendly!

My husband and I had an amazing dinner with the appetizer chowder fries, lobster roll & lobster…read moredinner. On a busy day you can expect a long line wait about 30-45 minutes. On those type of days, the parking lot is just as packed. We opted for an indoor seat with a lovely view. The two of us shared the chowder fries, which was so incredibly delicious. I was so full just on the fries alone but loved my lobster roll just as much. My husband really liked his lobster half shell and said it was perfect. Our drinks were on point as well. Worth the wait? YES!

Wonderful restaurant close to our lake house. First, it's…read moreright on a boat yard with beautiful views of the water. Choice of indoor or outdoor seating - we decided to eat inside as it was still a bit chilly in May. Our server was friendly and super-efficient giving us a great dining experience. Started with lobster martinis (one gin and one vodka) with a bit of lobster brine and a lobster garnish. They were just the right saltiness, just delicious! Of course we had lobster rolls and again we had one of each - one hot with buttery goodness and one cold with yummy mayo. Both were absolutely filled with lobster and were outstanding! We fully enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend!!

We were so lucky to get a reservation just a few weeks before our visit to the quiet side of Bar…read moreHarbor and the evening did not disappoint! First, you need to secure a water taxi since Cranberry Island can only be accessed via boat. I suggest you make friends because the taxi is one price for up to 6 passengers. Once we arrived (short 10 minute trip) I fell in love with the vibe of the restaurant and the island. We started with delicious oysters and perfectly made cocktails. I opted for the appetizer shrimp scampi with a side of seasoned fries, which were even better dipped in the garlic butter! My husband had the scallops and while I don't typically like the texture of scallops, his were buttery and delicious. I'm so glad we were able to visit this iconic place during our trip to Maine! We will definitely be back next time we return to hike Acadia.

Haven't been here in a few years and decided to take the boat over last Sunday afternoon. The ride…read morewas terrific with pleasing temperatures and calm seas and beautiful views of Bear and Sutton Islands. The overall view of MDI is breathtaking when the clouds and sun are "just right". Arrived about a half hour or so before Islesford's scheduled 3 p.m. opening and enjoyed walking around a few places on the island as well as our always enjoyable stop at Islesford Pottery, as well as the adjacent art gallery. We sat at the bar. The cool breeze through the windows, coming off the water, was magnificent. The mussels were delicious (we ordered fries to go with these) and the beet salad as well as the spicy tuna salad were terrific. The Margo-rita was reportedly awesome and I tried the Dark 'n Stormy which was quite tasty. The service was fantastic. Could not have been better. Despite being on an island, accessible only by boat or air, if staffing shortages are an issue, no such issues were noted. The entire dining experience was pleasant, enjoyable, and the service was terrific!

We stumbled on Archie's hunting for an early dinner on the Quietside, about five minutes from the…read moreWonderland trail, and it turned out to be a great find. It's a fisherman-owned shack right on the bay -- informal, friendly, and exactly the kind of unpretentious Maine spot you hope to run into. Honestly, everything we ordered was excellent, so it's hard to single out just one thing. The hot-butter lobster roll was soft, fresh, and generous -- better than the other lobster rolls we'd had on the trip (I paid a little extra for hot butter over the cold/mayo version and would do it again). The lobster empanadas were a nice surprise: crispy from being fried, and while there's some filler beyond the lobster, the meat-to-filling ratio is good and the added flavor works -- I'd order those again. The clam chowder was rich and creamy without being gluey. Bonus points for the kids: a Lego play table kept ours happily occupied, and they did simple cheese quesadillas the kids actually ate. I also had a Pulp Truck IPA from Marsh Island Brewing -- which is what we would call a "Hazy IPA" or "New England IPA" on the West Coast, but here is simply an IPA. Regardless, it was quite good. We'd would definitely eat here again.

Decided to try this place, recommend by a local. They look like they are set up for crowds. Of…read morecourse you can't go wrong with lobster, they offer different sized portions. The lobster bisque soup is some of the best I have ever had.

Great food truck at the marina with a lobster club wrap which was outstanding. Fresh homemade…read morechips with the right amount of salt and wicked crisp. The watermelon was an unexpected surprise. The serving was huge and great to share.