3 Best Historic Restaurants in Bar Harbor

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1. McKay's Public House

4.6

Exceptional(690)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bar Harbor

Booked 63 times today

McKay's Public House serves savory pub fare in a quaint space—complete with a lovely outdoor garden. The menu offers a fine balance of classic American, English, and Irish pub fare in conjunction with fine-dining and casual favorites. Try some of the restaurant's special seafood risotto or spoil yourself with a Maine lobster and bone-in ribeye. McKay's Public House also offers a tidy list of comfort grub, including burgers, fish 'n chips and simple but elegant salads and soups. A popular neighborhood haunt, McKay's is a nice spot for socializing or enjoying a leisurely bite. The dining area includes an intimate bar, where guests can enjoy a drink. McKay's also boast a serene garden and a second-floor dining room that is ideal for quiet conversations. Come find us right in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor!

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2. Reading Room Restaurant at The Bar Harbor Inn

4.7

Exceptional(2135)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bar Harbor

Booked 51 times today

The Reading Room offers guests of the Bar Harbor Inn, visitors to Bar Harbor, and our dearly loved regulars a distinguished fine dining experience overlooking Frenchman Bay.Serving breakfast and dinner daily, the Reading Room is a one of a kind dining experience. Delectable local Maine cuisine and attentive service are surpassed only by the magnificent panoramic ocean views.Start your evening with locally farmed oysters while deciding between our signature Beef Short Ribs or Filet and Lobster Tail fresh from the boats on the Harbor. Linger over a slice of Maine Blueberry Pie while you enjoy a crafted cocktail and soft piano music.Smart casual attire is preferred, but not required. We do not accept parties exceeding 6 people. Please note that we are not able to guarantee tables by the window.We look forward to seeing you!

3. Porcelli's

4.5

Awesome(95)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bar Harbor

Booked 27 times today

Ciao, benvenuto and welcome to Porcelli’s, located in the heart of Bar Harbor's scenic waterfront district. Indulge in traditional Italian cuisine and delicious curated cocktails and hand picked fine Italian wines. Come for our fresh antipasti, handmade pasta, and one of a kind Florentine steaks. Join us in on our outdoor patio with a fireplace, cozy dining room, or reserve our private space upstairs for intimate gatherings, all while taking in the sites and scenes of our historic island, a short distance from Acadia. Come and share your island adventures with us! We do not take reservations for our outdoor patio or for parties of 8 or more online. Call us at 207-288-0447

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3 restaurants available nearby

1. McKay's Public House

2. Reading Room Restaurant at The Bar Harbor Inn

3. Porcelli's

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