McKay's Public House
$$ • American, Pubs, Wine Bars
Hours:
231 Main St, Bar Harbor
(207) 288-2002
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FOOD POISONING ALERT!!
Food: The clam chowder had no flavor, the salmon “dill” sauce didn’t taste like dill, and the “broccolini” that it was served with was a thick, tough, inedible broccoli stem. The one person in our group that got the oysters ended up with food poisoning. The cocktails were fine, but overall generic.
Service: the hostess and server lacked any energy or welcoming vibes. Though the server did make small talk-what little he could over...read full review
Loved this place! The risotto is to die for! Waitress was very kind and the outdoor dining is super cute :)
I was in town to photograph the NYE party at Side Street Cafe for the evening. My second photographer and I decided to treat ourselves to a reservation at McKays for dinner before we had to be to work and I can confidently say it was a great choice as usual! We both sipped on a delicious Hibiscus 75 (new favorite??). Our server was attentive, kind, and soft spoken. We thoroughly enjoyed his service!
For dinner I had the seafood risotto and OH MY was that dish delicious!!...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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McKay's Public House is a pleasant restaurant located in the heart of town. The menu offers a variety of dishes, including lobster roll, jerk chicken, meatloaf, crabcakes, and seafood risotto, which many customers praise as the best they have had. The food is generally good, with some standout items like the gluten-free seafood risotto and the short rib. The restaurant features elevated pub food and has a rustic setting that many find inviting. The service is friendly and attentive, with staff accommodating special requests such as upstairs seating or large parties. Reservations are recommended, especially for celebrations, as the restaurant can host large groups comfortably. The outside space adds to the welcoming atmosphere. While some meals may take around 40 minutes to arrive, staff are usually kind and attentive. Visitors often enjoy their experience here, especially when ordering popular dishes like the lobster mac & cheese, fish and chips, and featured halibut with lobster risotto. Overall, McKay's Public House remains a good choice for a meal, offering a friendly environment and a convenient location.