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Cafe This Way

4.4 (1.2k reviews)
Closed • 6:30 am - 1:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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The Ann - scrambled with basil, tomato and goat cheese
Julie L.

The BEST PANCAKES EVER! A cross between a pancake and crepe! Everything about this wonderful place is breakfast perfection. Cozy place with a friendly staff. If you go to Bar Harbor put this as a must go!

Looking down the street at the Cafe.
Nathan T.

We were thrilled Cafe This Way opened at breakfast - 6:30am unlike the other spots that don't open until 8am or later. (What????) The food here is very good and they have a very robust menu of breakfast options and lots and lots of seating - outdoors and indoors. It's very charming and the staff is very friendly and super efficient. Definitely the best breakfast we had in town, highly recommended. I had the Monte Cristo (delicious!) and our breakfast companions were thrilled with their lattes, country breakfasts and eggs. Highly recommend you check this place out, they're great!

Memorial Day Weekend Specials
Sam Y.

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.

Lea F.

Cafe This Way was the perfect breakfast experience we were looking for! I got blueberry pancakes and a side of scrambled eggs and my friend got their special, blueberry bread pudding. Our food was perfect and somehow better than we even expected. Great diner type coffee! The vibe in here is super cute, especially as a book lover! We waited for a short time for a party of 3 on a Wednesday morning off season, definitely worth whatever wait. Service is good and quick.

Kimberly V.

Strong latte and delicious breakfast. Came in at about 6:45am and it was a bit full! Luckily i was alone so i sat at the bar and was quickly taken care of. Parking is paid on the street if you want to be nearby. The restaurant itself is cute. you walk up gravel to get to the host table to get a seat. they have merch you can get, has a book theme. Food didn't take long to come out, and with some spk, the eggs were exactly what i needed.

Smoothie Special and Blueberry Muffin
Ben M.

This was my favorite breakfast while visiting Bar Harbor. There is plenty of seating inside and outside, and we had a lovely table under a shady tree on the patio. I had one of the smoothies and muffins on special, along with a breakfast BLT. Everything was fresh and delightful. My wife's breakfast sandwich bagel came out burnt. She didn't want to send it back, so that's on her, but it shouldn't have been able to leave the kitchen that way.

The Ann
Lauren Y.

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.

Caroline B.

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.

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Stephanie V.

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.

Brenda M.

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!

Blueberry pancakes
Kristen C.

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.

Alyssa R.

Cute ambiance and yummy food! Despite being so popular we were able to get a table pretty quickly. Everything we ordered in our group was pretty good: blueberry pancakes and eggs Benedict. Our waiter was great too!

Country Breakfast
Aryelle S.

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!

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Blueberry pancake for the table was delicious. It had crispy edges. The seasonal breakfast hash I had was also very delicious.

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Loved this place!! Went for breakfast in October. Sat outside. Lovely setting, delicious food and fun staff.

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Great ambience, food, and reasonable prices. Excellent service. Would definitely eat there again.

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Pretty average breakfast fare. I got the corned beef hash and was not memorable at all. Would probably not come back, it's just breakfast.

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I don't see it on the menu anymore- does this place still have lobster eggs Benedict?

Yes. They have a different menu, like a seasonal one, physically displayed inside the cafe.

Are the home fries fried?

I believe so--I've posted a picture of them with the blueberry pancakes for you to see.

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4.3(69 reviews)
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Peter West was our server, was totally top notch. Very careful about our peanut allergy at the…read moretable, gave great service and very kind to our many questions, which other servers elsewhere would have been easily annoyed at Also remembered us on our way back from town the next day, shows his care to the grind The restaurant itself was quite elegant but secluded per table which was a perfect feeling. My only request would be some overhead lighting in the place, needed a flashlight to see the food, but it was all presented so nicely, nothing to hide! I got the tenderloin. If you like lobster and steak, (which I do) the flavors were on point. I ordered medium rare and it was textbook. This has made the top 5 restaurant steaks on my list, and I've cooked, interviewed, and let's just say... been around. The chef should be quite satisfied The wine as we were told goes in order of dry to less. The Pinot noir from Oregon was absolutely perfect to pair. Best place in Bar Harbor so far (: Definitely save this one for last!

Miss Elizabeth B (6/25 Review),…read more I appreciate the time you took to go scorched earth on your recent review of Table Salt in Bar Harbor, ME. It was a motivating factor to visit the establishment, enjoy a lovely meal in a lovely town, and tip heavily. You claim to be a culinary source of authority. I think it's great that you own a Subway franchise in New York City, but I might hesitate from throwing around the word 'chef' too haughtily. I mean just because one wears a cowboy hat does not mean one owns cattle, am I right? Perhaps there were dishes on the menu that one could argue were overengineered, but they tasted great! And consider that you have no idea where in the culinary journey their chef is, nor what the market needs or will bear in Bar Harbor. The place was packed. Service was great. Food was divine! On a Tuesday night. Maybe next time you visit a restaurant, leave your Michelin yardstick in the trunk of your broomstick, and simply relax. Or possibly return to Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop, another establishment you experienced through your Vantablack-colored glasses and blew up on this site. I'm sure they would zealously rent you another bike if you promised to venture into Acadia and get lost. Cheers!

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4.4(469 reviews)
0.1 mi
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Delicious! The patio was great to sit on at night during the warm weather. There are heaters and…read moreblankets available if needed. There was a slight wait so if you are impatient, go early. The dishes come out very quickly so when you are seated you'll eat fast! Everything is meant to be shared family style. Oysters were delicious. They were served on a pile of spice which was nice to dip the oyster in for more flavor. I have not had them this way before. The crab cakes were SO meaty. Almost no filler in these. Really good flavor. Scallops- one of our favorite bites. Seared perfectly. Some crunch with the toppings. Duck tacos- slight hint of spice to these but delicious. Roasted roots- I could eat a thousand of these plates. The golden beets and carrot combination was amazing. The vinaigrette was so well balanced I could not stop dipping in it.

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.

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4.0(78 reviews)
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Great place to stop prior to our Acadia boat tour. I had a delicious roasted beet salad. Attentive…read morefriendly service. They knew we were in a time constraint and they worked with us. They are located inside the hotel. Nice ocean view.

After our first day exploring Acadia National Park -- scaling cliffs and convincing ourselves we're…read more"moderate-risk" adventurers -- we decided to skip the Bar Harbor crowds and dine at The Bistro on Eden, conveniently located at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel. The view? Lovely. The vibe? A little... off. The place has that "it could be nice if someone cared just a bit more" feel -- not bad, just lacking that spark (or maybe a good interior refresh). My husband, on his noble quest to sample every lobster bisque in Maine, declared this one the worst of the trip -- and trust me, the man takes bisque seriously. My beet salad with picked lobster was actually quite good, fresh and nicely balanced, which saved the meal from total disappointment. Service matched the décor -- polite enough but not exactly engaged. It had that subtle "we're doing you a favor" energy, which really pairs best with... no one's martini. Speaking of which, I had to remind our server to actually add the olives to mine. Small details, big impact, friends. In conclusion: go for the view, not the vibe. There's potential here, but it needs a little love -- and a lot more attention to the bisque.

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Bistro On Eden - Fresh flowers on the table

Fresh flowers on the table

Bistro On Eden - Martini, came without olives, had to ask for them

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3.8(1.2k reviews)
0.2 mi
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Disappointing Experience at The Thirsty Whale…read more We were looking forward to dinner at The Thirsty Whale during our visit to Bar Harbor, but unfortunately, our experience was just mediocre. Our first impression wasn't particularly welcoming, as the hostess was abrupt and unfriendly. Thankfully, our waitress was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and definitely the bright spot of our visit! I ordered the Blackened Fish Sandwich, which arrived with two lonely onion rings, what appeared to be the end slice of a tomato, and a plate overflowing with French fries. The fish itself was somewhat dry and just wasn't particularly flavorful or memorable. Having enjoyed an absolutely delicious fish sandwich at The Oasis in St. Augustine Beach, Florida, I couldn't help but compare the two. Unfortunately, The Thirsty Whale didn't come close. We weren't expecting fine dining, just a good, satisfying meal in a friendly atmosphere. While our waitress delivered excellent service, the food and initial welcome left much to be desired. Overall, not terrible, but certainly nothing we'd go out of our way to experience again.

It was a good thing that we showed up absolutely starving. We hadn't eaten a proper meal since…read morebreakfast about 10-12 hours before, but lo and behold, Yelp and the hotel did not steer us wrong in recommending Thirsty Whale to us for dinner. We polished off the blackened haddock sandwich, the lobster bisque, and a lobster roll (not pictured), in about ten minutes. This was everything we were looking for in a New England meal, loads of seafood, flavor, and the atmosphere to go along with it. Personally I appreciated the size of the blackened haddock sandwich, the picture may not do it justice, but it was massive! Along with a side Cesar salad! We came (very) hungry, and left even happier!

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Lobster roll

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Side Street Cafe - Lob-stah roll - delish

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4.1(2.8k reviews)
0.1 mi
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I made the mistake of not putting myself on the online waitlist and ended up having to wait an hour…read morebefore being seated. So, if you're considering dining here, which I highly recommend, put yourself on that waitlist! I got the Whole Steamed Lobster ($33), which comes with a cup of clam chowder, half a corn on a cob, and fries. The lobster is about one and a half pounds, so this was worth the value. And of course I left very full and satisfied. Yes, it was messy to eat, but much worth it to me. Some of the other items my party ordered included Lobster Roll ($38), which tasted great. The Bulgogi Beef Wraps ($16) was an interesting choice someone picked for an appetizer, but I'd personally skip that. The Side Street Tacos ($20), which they use whatever the catch of the day is, I'd recommend if you're looking for a lighter meal. FYI: All lobster dishes are market price, so the prices I have listed here may not reflect the current economics of lobster prices when you order.

On our first night in Bar Harbor, we decided to walk the little town and venture to find a spot to…read moreeat. After walking by a few different spots, we decided to walk into Side Street Cafe and put our name down. We had about a 45 minute wait, which allowed us to walk around a bit more, and got a text less than 40 minutes later that our table was ready. We were sat on the bar side (vs restaurant) but the menu was the same. The server seemed extremely busy and that we sat there for a solid 5 minutes before menus and someone greeting us. She was kind but clearly handling a lot of tables on her own. Given that the menu didn't really speak to a ton of us, we decided to split the lobster roll and buffalo wings! The lobster roll was pretty good for market. There were large pieces of lobster with little mayo and not a lot of butter. It was a bit too much for me without a ton of flavor, so it was not my favorite (especially since I'm not a huge fan of shellfish). The wings were good though. Pretty typical and nothing overly special, but were piping hot and enjoyable! There was a band starting to play, which got really loud, and another reason we decided to leave. But otherwise, I'd try it again.. maybe hope for the restaurant side instead.

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Lobster rolls and lobster feasts

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4.2(385 reviews)
0.1 mi
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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.

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