Is it a dream location? Yes. Is the food exceptional? Yes. Is it a bit pretentious for this neck of…read morethe woods? Absolutely. We would go back, for sure. Took us years but we finally visited. Everything was finely tuned. Every dish was delicious. There was a creative amuse bouche and a surprise pre-dessert intermezzo. After some great local lobster rolls and fried clams come here for a bit of fantasy Island.

Beautiful, remote location Aragosta had been on our list for quite some time. The meal is more of…read morean experience than I would say "a dinner" . There are many dishes served and I certainly didn't leave hungry but I wasn't thrilled with a lot of the preparations. Starter featured local kelp and seaweeds- not my thing. Lobster and crab dishes were outstanding. A course of just carrots was good but maybe not as a dinner course. Service was "a presentation" of each course and the overall evening became slow because of it. Dinner started out well timed but there were long waits in the middle. I would go back but would only go when the à la carte menu was available. Oh yah, you have to be on time for the seating so that means being early as it is fairly remote. Aragosta doesn't serve from the bar until the restaurant opens so no pre-dinner cocktails overlooking their great ocean view. We saw people in their cars having cocktails before dinner. Smart!

Delicious food (salad, French fries, dessert) and presentation. Reccommend guest chef dishes. Nice…read moreatmosphere. Friendly staff.

This review is for the Tavern, not the restaurant. We went to the Tavern with high hopes, given the…read morerating by the New York Times as one of Americas 50 best. The black eyed peas were good, but not great. The cornbread had a whipped ricotta cheese topping that was not complimentary to the cornbread. We both had burgers, neither of which was cooked to our request. The burgers had a tarragon cheese topping that was just weird and not at all appetizing. The service was thin on the ground at the beginning of the meal. Later in the meal our server just abandoned the table. We were not offered dessert, and we had to track down the Hostess for our check. Lousy service, and mediocre food. Top 50 in the country? Absurd.

Food was tasty and inventive. Tricky to find up the hill from the ice cream place…read more Nice outdoor oor patio limited seating inside live music the night we were there. Good selection of wines. Staff young and friendly; made us feel welcomed and appreciated

Wow! The service was friendly and good! The food is incredible! On Friday and Saturday nights…read morethere is live music in the courtyard. It was a light jazz with a talented vocalist. We did not have reservations but they were able to seat us inside and kindly left the door open so we could enjoy the music!! We will be back with reservations! Do not miss this stop! Do not skip dessert!! You will thank me!!!

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.

Came for drinks after a dinner out. Amazing drinks- and…read morebartender was outstanding and on the ball. Friendly and so welcoming. Stop her for a drink ( or three). Camden closes up rather early- but you can catch a drink here for sure.

Honestly I wasn't expecting this to be much of a culinary experience but it was an incredible place…read moreto eat (as well as drink). We had the cheese plate and salmon toast as tapas...the preparation and presentation were exceptional and the flavors stand up to the "chef" domains without the pretentiousness. We followed with the duck skewers...again the flavors and textures were blended to perfection. Don't mistake this for a cocktail bar only...it can compete with the best restaurants. The selections are limited, so check the menu before you commit, but the culinary experience will rock your boat. Honestly I wasn't expecting this to be much of a culinary experience but it was an incredible place to eat (as well as drink). We had the cheese plate and salmon toast as tapas...the preparation and presentation were exceptional and the flavors stand up to the "chef" domains without the pretentiousness. We followed with the duck skewers...again the flavors and textures were blended to perfection. Don't mistake this for a cocktail bar only...it can compete with the best restaurants. The selections are limited, so check the menu before you commit, but the culinary experience will rock your boat.

If you're looking for a dinner spot in Bar Harbor that is not only gorgeous but also has incredible…read morefarm fresh food, this is the spot. They don't take reservations, so I recommend dining there around when they first open as we only had to wait 20 minutes for a table. While we waited we were able to get drinks at the bar and walk around the flower gardens, I mean can you think of anything more New England summer? A must order appetizer is their roasted chickpeas, they are simple yet out of this world as they are inedible flavorful and have a nice crunch! Pro tip: they are the perfect crunch to add to their garden salads! The pizza was also amazing and are piled high with toppings!

Was a cool stop with fresh ingredients and a nice garden to walk around with your drinks while you…read morewait for food. Did we come for it? No. But it's a nice healthy option if you want to lay off the butter and lobster for an evening or just want more veggies in general. I personally wasn't a fan of the customer service. The waitress looked very annoyed with our questions and had to repeat one things to us about an entree. We felt like an inconvenience and when we wanted a side or water, it was very difficult to flag our waitress down. When asking another waitress-- they also appeared annoyed. Potatoes and veggie shareables: The best it can get. You can tell the chef really put his heart into these recipes. I should have just ordered more of this. Pizza: It looks great but lacked so much flavor. It fell apart so quickly, couldn't even hold. The crust was also overly burnt. The pepperoni is "local" but way too spicy for a typical pep. They need a sauce to help cool down the spice-- I'd say ranch-- but maybe the chef can come up with one better. It was one of the worst pizzas I've had. Cocktails: Tasty and refreshing. I wasn't drinking but went with Hop water. Adding a lemon to it helped brighten it up-- surprised that's not offered. A great one time experience!

Fantastic gourmet shop to grab key things you need for entertaining: wine, cheese, salami, &…read morehousemade dips for your charcuterie, the tastiest crispy chips. Don't miss the frozen case featuring Afterglow ice cream sandwiches made in Maine. People will fight over the Classic sweet cream between brown butter chocolate chip cookies. The restaurant no longer has regular hours. But their Wiener Wednesdays featuring inventive hot dogs, along w/ curated pop-ups are not to be missed. They're really community-minded, so great local stop.

If only I lived closer... I'd be at Vessel & Vine ALL. THE. TIME…read more I've been a huge fan of this wine store for years. It's got so much character, and the people running it are some of the nicest humans ever. I don't think I've ever left without a smile on my face, or without a bottle (or two) of something new and interesting. Their selection is incredible; not just wine, but also vermouths, Campari, and even pasta and bread?! Like, what don't they do? And the vibes??! Perfection. In the winter, it gives a mix of Scandinavia and Spain, and I'm so here for it. Oh, and they have a full wine bar with pours and bites. Just go... you'll thank me later.

We are often hesitant to visit a winery in an area that is not known for their grapes but these red…read morewines were delicious. Highly recommend if you are a cab drinker! They have flights available and by the glass. Although we didn't eat there, there is an adjacent restaurant if you are looking for a bite to eat.

The employees were friendly and knowledgeable of the wine. Nice atmosphere inside with seating…read moreindoors or outdoors. They have gift shop type things too.

Beautiful shop with thoughtfully curated selection of wines, cheeses, and other epicurean…read moreessentials. Warm and knowledgeable staff to help guide your choices. Always stop by when making trips from the wilds into Bangor.

My wife picked up a $75 basket that was so small and lifeless I could not believe it. It's called…read morepresentation guys come on! For $75 I expect a BIG basket with tons of stuff. and their gift basket options started at $25! Gee, I bet the $25 one you could put in your pocket! What she was given was a joke. It's a good thing I wasn't the one picking up, I would have never accepted it. and no gift wrap or package option was given at pick-up. GIMMIE A BREAK! Learn presentation and value or close your doors! Santa would NOT approve.

This place is an absolute gem! The coffee here is fresh and delicious, it is locally roasted, which…read moreis amazing. On top of that, their food menu is incredible; the Down Easta sandwich is a absolute must-try. Knowing that all their products are locally sourced makes every bite feel extra fresh and thoughtful. The overall vibe is unbeatable. Sitting back with a fresh brew while taking in the super relaxing river view is the best part of my morning. To top it all off, the staff members are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Exceptional coffee, amazing food, killer views, and wonderful people. What more could you ask for? Highly recommend!

Country store ambiance! Polite friendly staff!…read moreFresh bakery items; all day breakkie. Thanks ladies