Only one guy seemed to be handling the bar with a line out the door. Eventually had a to leave after a significant wait.wont answer phones either.Update: Owner left an ignorant remark on my review and rescinded it for some reason. Guess they are taking their meds again. Whatever the case, I don’t recommend this place. Not sure if the owners antics are theatre or mental problems. Good luck
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Casie
Loved the kombucha based cocktails. Great wine and cocktail options in a cozy space. Bartender was attentive and great.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Christian Galan
As a new traveler, this place never made me feel so welcomed to Bar Harbor and Maine. Excellent drinks and service, unmatched hospitality and love. If you are new to Bar Harbor, this should be your first stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melissa Lee
Cozy little bar downtown Bar Harbor. Food and drinks were amazing! I loved the atmosphere.Parking: Street parking. Easy to find a place on the street but it is March and it’s still winter season with most places closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, Clam Chowder
Jennifer Sensenich
Love this spot! We’ve been coming here for years and every time we step inside we feel so welcome. If you’re looking for a spot to escape and enjoy a drink, go check out the Barnacle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Bateman
Walked in in March, and were rudely turned away because it is a bar off-season and not open to family. No problem that we can’t bring in minors, but we were not spoken to politely.Kid-friendliness: Rude to my family.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
Alexandra Hicks
Beautiful location with great drinks and they give you popcorn. Really what more could you ask for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Annelise Aldrich
Excellent drinks, spirited and memorable bartender. Great atmosphere.
Eric G.
This place is great. All vibes are welcomed, Trevor is amazing. I'd like to write more but why, I'd rather talk to Trevor, eat popcorn & enjoy the drinks & oysters.
Nicole Reeves
Female bartender was really nasty when asked a simple question if they had raw oysters.Had drinks there and thought we would return for oysters later only to receive a lecture about there being no raw oysters even though it was still listed on menu.
Definitely the most upscale bar in Bar Harbor. Drinks were excellent. The ONLY food they serve now is pretzels and oysters, so look elsewhere if you’re hungry. But for apps and a drink, look no further. Perfect spot for a night cap!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Yvonne A.
Nice little find in Bar Harbor! Small, cozy restaurant with very nice, friendly staff. If you are looking for an extensive menu - no. They have Oysters and Pretzels. Both are delicious! I was served the last dozen oysters of the season last night! Lucky me! Only place open until 1 am in bar harbor.. not that I am ever up that late but in case you want a late night beverage that is your place.
llhtexas
Fumbled upon the cute bar and couldn't be happier. Fabulous bartender from Austin, TX who provided great customer service. The drinks were refreshing and the oysters were delish! Visited multiple times during our stay.
Stephanie
We visited a few weekends ago- me and my husband both in our early 30s. We sat at the bar and listened to Trevor the bartender talk out loud about all of the negative reviews he kept receiving and how he "humbled" the people by writing snarky comments back. In my opinion the negative reviews were absolutely very correct. I would equate this to a too cool for school hipster Brooklyn spot- The kind where they don't make you feel welcomed.
Atmosphere: 1
Michael Uhler
Awesome Oyster bar.Quaint, comfortable and slightly upscale. A very nice bar to enjoy quality oysters and mixed drinks.Not a lot of space here but perfect for a couple on date night.
Only one guy seemed to be handling the bar with a line out the door. Eventually had a to leave after a significant wait.wont answer phones either.Update: Owner left an ignorant remark on my review and rescinded it for some reason. Guess they are taking their meds again. Whatever the case, I don’t recommend this place. Not sure if the owners antics are theatre or mental problems. Good luck
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Loved the kombucha based cocktails. Great wine and cocktail options in a cozy space. Bartender was attentive and great.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
As a new traveler, this place never made me feel so welcomed to Bar Harbor and Maine. Excellent drinks and service, unmatched hospitality and love. If you are new to Bar Harbor, this should be your first stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy little bar downtown Bar Harbor. Food and drinks were amazing! I loved the atmosphere.Parking: Street parking. Easy to find a place on the street but it is March and it’s still winter season with most places closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, Clam Chowder
Love this spot! We’ve been coming here for years and every time we step inside we feel so welcome. If you’re looking for a spot to escape and enjoy a drink, go check out the Barnacle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Walked in in March, and were rudely turned away because it is a bar off-season and not open to family. No problem that we can’t bring in minors, but we were not spoken to politely.Kid-friendliness: Rude to my family.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
Beautiful location with great drinks and they give you popcorn. Really what more could you ask for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent drinks, spirited and memorable bartender. Great atmosphere.
This place is great. All vibes are welcomed, Trevor is amazing. I'd like to write more but why, I'd rather talk to Trevor, eat popcorn & enjoy the drinks & oysters.
Female bartender was really nasty when asked a simple question if they had raw oysters.Had drinks there and thought we would return for oysters later only to receive a lecture about there being no raw oysters even though it was still listed on menu.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Definitely the most upscale bar in Bar Harbor. Drinks were excellent. The ONLY food they serve now is pretzels and oysters, so look elsewhere if you’re hungry. But for apps and a drink, look no further. Perfect spot for a night cap!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nice little find in Bar Harbor! Small, cozy restaurant with very nice, friendly staff. If you are looking for an extensive menu - no. They have Oysters and Pretzels. Both are delicious! I was served the last dozen oysters of the season last night! Lucky me! Only place open until 1 am in bar harbor.. not that I am ever up that late but in case you want a late night beverage that is your place.
Fumbled upon the cute bar and couldn't be happier. Fabulous bartender from Austin, TX who provided great customer service. The drinks were refreshing and the oysters were delish! Visited multiple times during our stay.
We visited a few weekends ago- me and my husband both in our early 30s. We sat at the bar and listened to Trevor the bartender talk out loud about all of the negative reviews he kept receiving and how he "humbled" the people by writing snarky comments back. In my opinion the negative reviews were absolutely very correct. I would equate this to a too cool for school hipster Brooklyn spot- The kind where they don't make you feel welcomed.
Atmosphere: 1
Awesome Oyster bar.Quaint, comfortable and slightly upscale. A very nice bar to enjoy quality oysters and mixed drinks.Not a lot of space here but perfect for a couple on date night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5