delicious food, great service, and even better prices! The vibe is super homey and welcoming!

If you're looking for an unforgettable breakfast in Bar Harbor, I highly recommend stopping here! We came after watching the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain and hiking the Beehive, and it was the perfect way to start the day. We dined outside, where the atmosphere was bright, cheerful, and welcoming. The beautiful plants and charming heart water designs in the gravel added such a unique touch. I ordered the lobster benedict and a pomegranate mimosa both were perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. The service was exceptional, and every part of our experience exceeded expectations. Whether you're fueling up for a day in Acadia or simply looking for a fantastic breakfast, this place is well worth the visit! read more

Cafe This Way - Outdoor seating - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

We found this restaurant absolutely adorable! The colors and interior design totally give off a Dr. Seuss vibe. We all ordered the regular house coffee and the breakfast platter, which were decent. Even though we visited on a holiday and it was busy, the service was so hospitable that we were in and out in no time. We also ordered the blueberry pancakes, and the blueberry was an absolute delight, definitely the highlight of the meal! read more

Stopped by before 8 am and there was already a wait! This place gets pretty popular, so come early or be prepared for that wait. There is indoor and outdoor seating, but it was a bit too chilly for outdoor. The service is friendly and efficient. The Plain Pancake is made thin. I love the buttery crispy edges. Forget the fluffy pancakes, these are the best kind of pancakes! I will have to try the blueberry ones next time. The Chia Pudding with Fresh Berries (Memorial Day Weekend Special) had great texture with the fresh mixed berries. The Home Brewed Iced Tea had a great balance of citrus (Red Zinger and Lemon Zinger) to black tea. It is unsweetened, but there are sugar packets on the table. We had wanted to try the Blueberry Bread Pudding, but we weren't the only ones, as it was already sold out for the holiday weekend! We were informed of this a couple times by the staff, so we knew going in. I was stuffed at the end of the meal. Definitely worth the wait. read more

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Food was fairly priced and we were seated quickly for how crowded the restaurant was. The pancakes were good (as advertised) and the portions were large... but the service was a miss for us unfortunately. After we ordered, the food came out quickly - but our server was never to be seen again. We even had to flag a different employee down to close out and even then we did not see her again. read more

Cafe This Way - The Ann - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Delicious breakfast spot with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. Loved how the restaurant is close to downtown but was still quiet and quaint in the morning. The blueberry pancake had crispy edges which was unique and we loved it and their Bloody Mary was perfectly spicy. Our server was kind and quick with the food. read more

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Amazing food, ambiance and staff. Highly recommend the lobster Benedict. The blueberry pancakes were also amazing. read more

Cafe This Way - Outdoor area - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Nice staff. Attentive and fast. The food was good. The grilled muffin had sugar baked in on the top making it very sweet. I'm not a breakfast person, but my husband said the monte cristo lived up to it's popular reputation. The syrup was really good. The ham was surprisingly very thick. Many, many tables and very popular breakfast location. read more

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We loved this place so much we ate here 2 days in a row for breakfast! Best Swedish blueberry pancakes. Best Shasuka and best coffee!!! Adorable venue and best outdoor seating. read more

Cafe This Way - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Beautiful little restaurant! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of their menu items. Food was yummy! I had the Eggs Benedict and a side of potatoes. The potatoes were nice and soft in the inside and the outside had the perfect crunch. The eggs were delicious! My mother in law had the blueberry pancakes and I can honestly say it was the most I saw her eat all trip. She absolutely love them! If you're in the area, it's definitely a must stop! read more

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If you are looking for an incredible breakfast spot in Bar Harbor, Cafe This Way is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with friendly and efficient service. The lobster Benedict was outstanding, but the star of the meal was the blueberry pancakes, which were the best blueberry pancakes I've ever had. Thanks again to the staff at Cafe This Way for such an extraordinary breakfast experience. We will definitely be back (every morning) the next time we're in Bar Harbor. read more

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Highly recommend eating here. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Staff is super friendly and welcoming. Turn around time is fast so wait shouldn't be long. Best blueberry pancakes I had in the area! read more

Cafe This Way - Country Breakfast - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

I loved Cafe This Way! It definitely lives up to the Bar Harbor hype. I got to the restaurant around 8am on a Sunday morning in the fall, and only waited about 15 minutes to get a table. They had a comfy waiting area nearby the host stand. The host also did a great job of making sure you could hear your name being called. We sat in the outdoor seating, which was covered and really a great Maine experience. Service was friendly, and the food came out very quickly. It felt like a Gilmore Girls/Stars Hollow-esqe scene. I ordered the benedict, coffee, and the blueberry pancake. The pancake was one of the best things I've eaten in Maine. It was a perfectly crispy on the outside, thin and absolutely delicious pancake. To top it off there were real Maine blueberries and real maple syrup. It was simply delightful. If you find yourself in Bar Harbor, make sure to go to Cafe This Way. read more

Cafe This Way - Blueberry pancakes - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Great service a limited menu. But good eggs toast and sausage and wife had bagels. Indoor and outdoor seating

Our group of 6 came here for breakfast before a tour and all enjoyed our meals. I had one chocolate chip pancake that was really good a scrambled eggs apple juice and my wife had two eggs over easy with toast and like her breakfast. Emma was a good server making sure we all had what we ordered and coming back to make sure all was good during our meal. The prices of food here is very good and with good food we'd definitely recommend it to all visitors to Bar Harbor. read more

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Ordered breakfast and had a few drinks after our morning hike. Food was great and service was quick! They had a lot of different specials throughout the weekend and holiday! Try a breakfast cocktail! read more

Cafe This Way - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

My husband and I shared: - Lobster Benedict - Maine Blueberry Pancake - Home Fries - Atlantic Brewing Blueberry Soda The food was absolutely delicious. I expected to like the Benedict more and it was so good, but the blueberry pancake blew me away. I don't love pancakes, but this one was thin, crispy, and had so much flavor. It was the best pancake I've ever had. The portion sizes are on the smaller side and prices are fairly high, but that's typical of lobster in Maine. We arrived a bit before 11 and didn't have to wait too long for a table. read more

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Worth the wait for a tasty warm breakfast! My only regret is I wish we came here sooner in our trip because we would have definitely returned. There is both indoor and outdoor seating - outdoor was lovely for a summer morning in Bar Harbor. I had the blueberry pancake with a side of eggs. The pancake was thin but huge and had a nice crispy caramelized texture to it. The fresh wild blueberries were amazing in the pancake - so sweet and the best blueberries I've ever had (we also ordered a cup of them as a side). My husband had the Harney which was corned beef hash with poached eggs, and sourdough toast - the hash was more potato than meat but the poached eggs added more protein. Highly recommend coming here for a lovely breakfast or brunch. read more

Cafe This Way - Blueberry pancake - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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First time visiting Bar Harbor and this breakfast spot was recommended over and over to us and I certainly see why! It is such a charming spot with delicious food, friendly service and is dog friendly. Definitely arrive early or at least make note that you'll have to wait because it is extremely popular. My mom and I didn't mind the wait so much since the weather was perfect, but we got there around 8:30 am and hung out for a good 20 mins or so before we were sat. The table next to us had asked if we were from out of town and recommend their blueberry pancakes. We were lucky that the restaurant received fresh blueberries just that morning (otherwise they are frozen). Wow.... that recommendation lived up to the hype! It is not your typical fluffy pancake; it is still fluffy, but the crispy edges really elevate the texture and flavor of the pancake. Of course the blueberries were a lovely addition. It'll be hard to find a pancake that good ever again. I asked the server what their most ordered savory items are and he recommended the burrito. Again, great recommendation! I love a good, hearty burrito and every bite was satisfying and delicious. Definitely recommend going here if you can! You won't be disappointed. read more

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Great breakfast spot in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor. We got here around 8am and had a very short wait - by 8:30-Pam the lines grew. So the tip is get here early! Aside from the regular breakfast dishes they have daily specials. We tried the strawberry shortcake (made with biscuits) which was very good. The blueberry pancakes are excellent - someone said best ever and I tend to agree. We ordered a second round of pancakes that were so good!!! read more

Cafe This Way - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

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Great place and great vibe. Portions are a little small but other than that everything was delicious and the service was great!

Solid breakfast spot with friendly, attentive service that made for a nice start to the day. The food was good, but it didn't quite wow me. The pancakes were a little flatter than I prefer and lacked that fluffy texture I was hoping for. Overall, it's a dependable place for breakfast with good service. read more

Excellent breakfast spot! Very popular, but the host moves people thru pretty quickly because they have a lot of seating. The blueberry pancakes were amazing!! Molly was our server, & she was super friendly! read more

The best breakfast in Bar Harbor. Great staff. Great location. Imaginative eggs Benedict. Always refilled coffee... you'll leave happy!

We had breakfast here three days in a row during our stay in Acadia, and every single meal was fantastic. The staff deserves a special shout-out, Tyler and Brenna were incredible hosts who took such great care of us, making us feel like regulars from the moment we walked in. My husband loved his vegan tofu scramble so much that he ordered it all three days, flavorful, hearty, and perfectly cooked with fresh veggies and crispy home fries on the side. I decided to try something different each day: the ricotta toast on Day 1, the avocado toast on Day 2, and a bagel with herbed cream cheese on Day 3. Every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. The coffee was fresh and strong, just the way I like it, and the quirky, colorful interiors added so much character to the place. From the food to the friendly service and the fun atmosphere, Café This Way truly captures the cozy, creative vibe of Bar Harbor. Highly recommend this spot for anyone visiting Acadia, you'll leave happy, full, and already planning your next breakfast here! read more

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Heard so much about this place and it lives up to its reputation. Host was fantastic....welcome and efficient. The food was FANTASTIC. I got the lox bagel...a home favorite growing up in NY...and it was a good size with creamy dill cream cheese and large pieces of beautifully smoked salmon. The carafe of traditional mimosa was the perfect touch. 10/10 definitely recommend. read more

Cafe This Way - The "bagel plate" - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Foodwise the best in the area. Be ready for a wait though (there are reasons why one must wait at some places... good reasons!)

The ambience at Café this way was incredible. The pancakes are something I will never forget. They had incredible crispy edges. If you are visiting Bar Harbor, I would highly recommend. read more

Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere. I had the poached eggs and hash. I got the hollandaise on the side because it can be too lemony. But I wound up drizzling it on. Really good. My wife had an egg scramble and said it was excellent. We split a blueberry pancake because, you know...Service also outstanding. Highly recommend. read more

I discovered this restaurant last year. I'm here for Work for the summer again and was looking forward coming back to Cafe This Way the for pancakes (very good) I eat out solo so I sit at the bar. I came back to the restaurant a few weeks ago when I came in to sit the Bartender name is Fred looks at me and doesn't say hello. How are you? As a bartender he should be greeting the guest ...I didn't feel welcomed there and I told myself if I come back here again I'm not going to tip. I went back today craving a pancake he was the bartender and he did the same thing as last time... I didn't tip... I rarely eat pancakes at a breakfast spot and literally this is the best spot I found for pancakes. As much as I want to come back I'll spend my money for pancakes somewhere else read more

So good we came twice for breakfast! We were here fairly early (7:30 both days) and got seats inside with no wait. Service was friendly, and it was very relaxed and cozy inside. Boyfriend got Eggs Benedict and I got a blueberry pancake. Those little Maine blueberries are so tasty. Pancake was the best I've ever had. Thin and a slightly crispy edge. The food was delicious both days, and the coffee was great and our cups were always kept full. read more

Cafe This Way - Blueberry pancake - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

The service was spectacular and this is a really cute little spot for breakfast or lunch. The only thing standing between them and a five star review is the blandness of the home fries. They looked so promising when they came out and then they lacked flavor. The BLT with 2 eggs was great. The pancake was huge and looked delicious. read more

Cafe This Way - BLT with 2 eggs - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Breakfast was delicious Had "the usual". Eggs, potatoes and sourdough toast Shared a pancake with hubby. It was exactly how i like pancakes. Thin with crispy edges. Order that Service is fast. Nice atmosphere. read more

Cafe This Way - Interior - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Some sites are showing closed but it is open!!! May 11, 2026 Delicious food....had the eggs Benedict with trout. Blueberry muffins to die for....ate one there and brought one home. Cutest setting and decor, wonderful servers and lovely owner. Dont miss this jewel!! read more

So good. Definitely recommend! Pancakes were delicious and breakfast platter was tasty. read more

Cafe This Way - So yummy. Pancakes were sooo good. - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

This has been the best breakfast spot on the trip to Acadia. I cannot shut up about the pancakes. They are probably the best pancakes I've had in my life. The other items on the menu are delicious, but the pancakes take it home. If you're in a group, get a table pancake to share. Highly recommend. The service and employees are friendly, patient, and sweet. We "joked" about asking for the pancake recipe way too many times. And they played along. Brynna, please send the recipe. read more

Cafe This Way - Apple Cheddar Pancakes with Honey Butter - New American Near Me - Bar Harbor, Maine

Yummy food for breakfast. The staff was impressive. From seating and cordial greeting I was impressed by the every staff member working and attending to things to be done. I could tell they worked hard and liked their job to make dining experience a positive one. Kudos to management and ownership! read more

Great breakfast and mezcal Bloody Mary. Service is fast and just the right amount of attention.

Excellent scramble with goat cheese fresh basil and tomatoes. My husband enjoyed oatmeal and pancakes with blueberries and real Maple syrup. Bloody Mary was perfect! Service was excellent. read more

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Casual vibe. Good serve. Food was fresh. Really busy but staff was hustling. I would definitely go back again.