Mother's Kitchen is a super cute roadside sandwich place. The ambiance is adorable - beautiful…read morelandscaping, shade provided, some pianos to play while you wait.... You can tell it's a cute family run place with amazingly friendly staff! I ordered the fanny - lettuce, tomato, cheese on the equivalent of French bread. (So close to a po boy, if from the South). It was warm, carefully wrapped, and very simply tasty. It certainly filled me up the rest of the day! Also, if you use cash, you get a discount! A very chill spot to enjoy a gorgeous day before taking on the next adventure!

Lots of outdoor eating spaces to enjoy the beautiful Maine air and scenery. Order at the counter…read moreand find your spot, your order will be ready soon. Probably the best avocado toast I have ever had with a delicious matcha latte to wash it down. Most definitely recommend.

Was in Bar Harbor for three nights receNyla and ended up in the Midtown location on all three…read morenights! Every single beer was great, but special mention to Cadillac Mountain Stout and Thunder Road Brown. Both amazing! There's not a bad beer on their list!!! Also, JT behind the bar was great

Pete in The tasting room - go see him! So enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the beer, the…read moreowners, the history and the area!

We traveled from west Texas to Maine a couple of years ago, then stumbled across this place on a…read moreside trip to Acadia. Naturally, had a huge chip on my shoulder about the quality of the food, but was tired of seafood deep fried or drowned in mayo. The place was a godsend. Place was busy, but the staff rolled with the punches and communicated well so we were never wondering or wanting. They had live music which appeared to be locals having a ball. Usually not a fan of beer joints trying to pass themselves off as gastro-destinations, but these guys nailed it on all cylinders. Jalapenos in the beans was a big surprise and a trick we're taking back home with us. Don't miss this place!

Thank GOD this place exists. It's near impossible to get anything other than lobster in Bar Harbor…read morewhich I understand but I also don't want to eat lobster for a week straight. When we walked in, the hostess let us know that they were short staffed but we could be seated. We were very understanding and could see that it was literally just her and one other person serving 3-4 different large seating areas. It was crazy for them but they made it work and got those tables flipped quickly without rushing anyone. We decided to sit inside the covered patio area because it was cold and it was so cute! The lighting and decor was a great vibe. It didn't take long for our server to come take our drink order. We ordered a blueberry soda (my very first Maine blueberry item!!!) and a beer. The blueberry soda was INCREDIBLE!!!!! I am so upset that we didn't order a 6 pack to take back to the AirBnb and I'm still kicking myself. The beer was also really good which I'm sure has to do with the fact that this Mainely Meat location is attached to Atlantic Brewing who also make my soda. It's a match made in heaven. For food, I ordered the sausage meal with coleslaw and baked beans and my wife ordered a bowl which usually comes with pulled pork, beans and coleslaw but she subbed the coleslaw for more cornbread. Both of them were reallyyyyyy good. We took home less than half of it just because we were stuffed. The coleslaw was amazingly balanced. It wasn't sweet and didn't go too hard on the mayo and the beans were equally incredible. They had chunks of meat in them, only adding to the smokiness. 10/10, we would absolutely be back!!

If you're looking for some New England food mixed with Caribbean flavors, then this is the perfect…read moreplace. Island Take Out is an unassuming place tucked behind a gas station in Bar Harbor. As the name implies, it's geared mostly for food to-go, but they do have some covered picnic tables. We sat there, and they even brought the food out to us with utensils. The hospitality here was so friendly. The staff was very nice, the service was fairly quick, and the food came out fast. They have a decent sized menu, and I was surprised to see offerings like rum cake. We ended up ordering the lobster mac and cheese and the jerk chicken. I was very happy with the portion size, they definitely did not skimp on the amount of lobster they put on the mac and cheese, and the jerk chicken was also plenty of food. While it's certainly not cheap, I'd say the cost is competitive for what I'd say is a pricier town. The food was tasty (it had a lot of taste), but I will say that it did not taste like authentic Caribbean food to me. It was more like American BBQ style. That being said, I'd recommend giving this hidden gem a consideration if you're in the area.

There are some picnic tables and chairs to sit at if you don't want to take it to go. Their parking…read morelot was a bit confusing but had parking for about 8 vehicles. I got the jerk mac'n'cheese. The flavor was great with a tad bit of spice. The garlic bread was yummy dipped into the sauce and it was a good size helping. Definitely a place to check out! The staff was kind and prompt

Favorite lobster rolls of our trip to Acadia National Park were here at Travelin Lobster! They…read moreserve hot and cold lobster rolls in various sizes (mini for half a lobster, small for full lobster, and large for 1.5 lobsters) - appreciate having those options depending on how hungry you are. We ordered the hot lobster rolls (covered in butter) which were packed with meat and tasted fresh and sweet. The rolls come with a side of chips. We enjoyed the rolls at a shaded table outside, and the food came out quickly. Ended the meal with a chocolate whoopie pie that was packed with icing - the cake part was delicious, but a little bit too much icing for my preference.

Small roadside places are the way to eat in Bar Harbor…read more The best meal we ate on the island and it's not even close They have plenty of outdoor seating (nothing indoors) and a cute outdoor bar as well. Plenty of staff working hard and food came out quickly. Food: - Best: lobster Mac and cheese and lobster dinner. IT COMES WITH MUSSELS. The lobster was delicious and the mussels were some of the freshest we had. Absolute 10/10 of a meal. Quality and price can't be beat - good: lobster roll. It's good. But not as good as dishes above. The bread for the hot roll doesn't add to the lobster which is by far the star of the show. It's delicious and fresh and you're better off eating it by itself (or covered in Mac and cheese but I digress) Oysters - ehhh: lobster bisque Didn't get the pie... guess I have to go back FYI: check hours before you go. It closes early!

One of the best dining experiences--worth going out of your way for…read more Sweet Pea's Café absolutely blew us away. We came with a big group of nine, and despite the no-reservations policy, they handled everything flawlessly. We arrived early in the evening and were lucky enough to snag a beautiful table right next to the garden--such a dreamy setting. Our server was incredibly attentive and sweet, making us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. We basically ordered one of everything, and there wasn't a single miss. The brisket special was a standout, and the wood-fired pizza? Top notch. Fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. If you're anywhere near Bar Harbor, I HIGHLY recommend going out of your way to try this place. It's worth it--especially if you can sit outside and soak in the gorgeous patio and garden vibes. I'd go back in a heartbeat.

The pizza was good but not great. The service was terrible. My drink order arrived when we were…read morehalf finished with our meal and only after I asked another waiter about it. The couple, who appeared to be the owners, were too busy chasing their kid around the restaurant to notice how poor things were running.

Absolutely adorable local market with a variety of items and baked goods. On our recent visit to…read morethe area, we went a couple of times to find locally made gifts that benefit the local schools and community. I picked up a cute baby beanie for my friend's soon to be born son, and the note on it says it helps the local students with travel. There is also a large wine selection and lots of local beer, as well as jams, syrups, canned goods, snacks, and other goodies. It is cash only, but there is an ATM with a $2 fee on top of your bank fee. I wish we could have gotten the ice cream, but we were full. My understanding is that we were there on the last seasonal day for it, so if you have a hankering for it and it's open, I would suggest getting some. In the meantime, the baked goods are a chef's kiss! I have to give a nod to the friendliest ladies working there too. What an absolute delight!

Fantastic little market offering baked good, sandwiches, and staples. Pricey but worth it if in…read moreneed and staying in the neighborhood.

I knew by Day 4 of our Mt. Dessert Island vacation, that I'd be lobstered-out and would need fruit…read moreand vegetables. That's why I bookmarked Beech Hill Farms ("BHF") in Yelp. I understood that BHF has a great Farm Market. BHF delivered on that and more. I arrived 10 minutes before BHF opened its gate at 9 am. By 9, five different cars had parked nearby so they could have pick of the Market. The customers mostly seemed like local Mainers, but there were some folks taking pics as well. After I parked, I scurried to the Market and didn't notice the surrounding area yet. The produce looked beautiful with its purples, greens, oranges, reds, yellows and dark blues. I bought fresh wild Maine blueberries, cucumbers, carrots, a multi-colored bell pepper, yellow-orange heirloom tomatoes, an eggplant and mixed salad greens. The blueberries were delicious. I made a great dinner salad with the non-eggplant veggies. I'll grill the eggplant tomorrow. I bought a few other local products. A baguette that was terrific with a local blue cheese I also bought from BHF. Granola I haven't tried yet. And a blueberry pie made by "Gayle Arnold Tucker". I don't know who that is, but in my mind she's a 5th Generation local pie legend. The crust was to-die-for and the blueberry filling had great flavor and consistency. BHF also sold things such as milk, eggs, honey, kimchi, jarred products and beverages. It was a terrific-looking farm Market with great stuff. After my purchases, I explored the grounds. There was a green house with row after row of farm fresh and fragrant garlic and things like starter vegetables. Picnic tables. Fruit trees. And my favorite thing of all - rows of gorgeous wild flowers that were a big draw for bees and . . . the most monarch butterflies I've ever seen in one naturally occurring place. I don't even know how many there were. I saw five at a time when I was looking up. I spent about 15 minutes taking butterfly photos and got some awesome pics. I limited myself to one in the Yelp photos I posted. The flower photo opportunities are also outstanding. I'll put my BHF pics up against my Acadia pics any day. If you like exploring Farmers Markets and/or great photo opps, I guarantee you'll enjoy Beech Hill Farms, at least in August. Five Stars

Amazing locally grown ingredients. Fresh salads and veggies. Very nice people and good service.read more

I loved my experience at C-Ray Lobster. This is a traditional lobster shack not too far from…read moredowntown Bar Harbor. They have a heated, covered picnic table area in addition to outdoor picnic tables, and some comfy Adirondack chairs around a nice roaring fire pit. I like that this place isn't overly busy, and it has great food and service. On top of that, I think their Lobster Dinner deal for two is an excellent deal. You get two lobsters, two ears of corns, and mussels to share for a very reasonable price. The lobster at C-Rays was a great size, and it was well cooked. The flavor of the lobster was sweet and fresh. My only regret was not ordering more!

First Lobster Shack that we came during our Acadia trip. The first time, we got the Lobster Dinner…read morefor Two, which came with Lobsters, mussels, and corn. The food was amazing - the lobster just by itself without the butter was already sweet and tasty. We ended up also coming back for the lobster rolls, which was equally as delicious. (this place's lobster roll and Travelin' Lobster were my favorites) The pie was also really good, though I will say it's a bit on the sweeter side compared to the other places. There's a generous amount of outdoor seating, and also an area to play cornhole and listen to a guy play live music. Service was super friendly (owner is a local) and was happy to chat to us about Acadia and things to recommend doing. I'll definitely come by again if I'm ever in Acadia.

AMAZING! Best place we stopped out of our whole trip to Maine. We were actually told about it from…read morethe rental car company She was right! A little hard to see if it's dark but keep looking- it's worth it. We had the fried fish and fries. Dreaming we will get to go back one day!!

Very popular spot for dinner on a Saturday night in September. No reservations, so come expecting a…read morewait. We didnt have to wait because we were ok with outside. The view is lovely of the boats on the bay, but bring some warm layers! Lobster bisque with a side of cornbread hit the spot! Eatable flowers and special oil drizzle made the dis feel extra special. Their take on an old fashioned cocktail was well balanced and nuanced. Staff was friendly and efficient. Parking can get tight here, but we found a spot.