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Side Street Cafe

49 Rodick Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
(207) 801-2591
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Ranked #2 of 103 restaurants in Bar Harbor
Price range: $5 - $10
Cuisines: Pub
Good for: Bar scene, Doing business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar scene, Doing business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
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Ottawa, Canada
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

We were in Bar Harbor recently and decided to try Side Street Cafe. Their web site noted that the restaurant was open until 12 am. We arrived at 8:30 pm and noticed shortly after seating that a “closed” sign was being affixed to the window. I ordered a custom hamburger with pub fries. A while later, I was informed that... More

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London, United Kingdom
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57 reviews 57 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

This did not look like the sort of place we would usually go to, but the food and the service were very good. For lunch husband had the lobster stew special - plenty of lobster meat and tasty. Lots of choice for non meat eaters. Local microbrews to drink. Good lunch spot.

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London, United Kingdom
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52 reviews 52 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Good menu including veggie options. One of the few open year round in Bar Harbor. Don't sit in the back if you can avoid it as no atmosphere. Try and make sure you get seated up front.

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Boston, MA
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW via mobile

Bar Harbor is a great spot but has too many restaurants that served lack luster food at best. Happy to say that the Side Street Cafe is a winner!! The atmosphere is great, the staff is welcoming and warm and the food was terrific. Great selection of beers on tap too, which is always a plus for me! So happy... More

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Otego, New York, United States
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16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

The staff was super inviting and welcoming. They all came over to play with our baby. And the lobster mac and cheese, while not on the menu, was outstanding with big chunks of lobster and shaved Parmesan. Order the full size and save some for tomorrow

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Stratford, Connecticut
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

My friend Arlene and I went here our first night in Bar Harbor on May 3rd. The service was excellent and the food - OMG!!! THE BEST MAC & CHEESE EVER!!! We got the 1/2 plate of the Lobster Mac&Cheese and was shocked by the size of the serving. It was huge! We devoured it...I would recommmend on the friendly... More

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Vermont
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Great food and service. Nice selection of food and drinks on the menu including vegetarian options. HIghly recommend.

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New Jersey
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38 reviews 38 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

Just had lunch at this restaurant and it was great. They have a terrific menu with lots of create your own options. The Mac and cheese is great as was the salad/sandwich I chose. Very friendly service, nice atmosphere. Don't think you can go wrong here.

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Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Oh, the mac and cheese...to die for with multiple options. I loved the nachos. Just really good. Nice prices, fantastic food, relaxed atmosphere. Will certainly return when in town.

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Chicopee, Massachusetts, USA
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

My son and I found ourselves in Bar Harbor in February for some (very blustery) bonding time. The Side Street was one of a very few restaurants open on the island so we decided to warm up there for lunch. What else can I say - everything about this place is top-shelf. They serve mac-n-cheese that is absolutely amazing and... More

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