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American restaurant in Bar Harbor, Maine
What should I order at Side Street Cafe?
What to order
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Lobster Roll
One of the most frequently praised items; reviewers called it fresh, flavorful, sweet, and generously filled with lobster, with a light mayo-and-lemon-zest style that stood out.
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Lobster Mac And Cheese
Repeatedly recommended as a specialty item, with reviews highlighting its rich, comforting texture, fun flavors, good portion size, and plenty of lobster.
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Blueberry Pie
A standout dessert mentioned multiple times for its mouth-watering local blueberry filling, crisp crust, and being especially good served warm with ice cream.
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Nomad Burger
Mentioned more than once as a favorite burger, described as delicious and even called the best bacon cheeseburger by one reviewer.
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Lobster Melt Sandwich
Praised as absolutely incredible and delicious, with reviewers specifically calling it a memorable lobster option.
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Lobster Quesadilla
Recommended by multiple diners for being delicious overall, though one review noted the lobster flavor was somewhat masked by other ingredients.
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Fajita Quesadilla
Called surprisingly good, making it a notable non-seafood recommendation from the reviews.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Side Street Cafe
Warm, welcoming eatery/bar provides burgers & other bar fare plus a variety of lobster dishes.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Side Street Cafe known for?
Side Street Cafe is best known for its lobster roll, which reviewers repeatedly call one of the best in Bar Harbor, plus lobster mac and cheese and lobster stew. People also mention the blueberry pie and clam chowder as standouts, so it is a strong pick if you want Maine seafood and dessert in one meal.
What dishes are most recommended at Side Street Cafe?
The most recommended dishes are the lobster roll, lobster mac and cheese, blueberry pie, and Rodick Street Corn with chips. Reviewers also praise the original mac and cheese, lobster stew, and the bangin shrimp, often noting generous portions and rich sauces or creamy textures.
What is the atmosphere like at Side Street Cafe?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with outdoor seating and live music adding to the experience. Reviewers say it feels warm and welcoming for couples, groups, families, and solo diners, and it works well for both lunch and dinner in downtown Bar Harbor.
Is Side Street Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
Side Street Cafe falls in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers often call the food affordable for Bar Harbor. They also mention generous portions, especially for items like salads, pasta, and lobster dishes, which makes the price feel fair for the area.
How busy does Side Street Cafe get, and when should you go?
Reviewers say Side Street Cafe is often busy and usually has a wait, with some people waiting about 15 minutes even when arriving early. It is a good idea to expect a queue at dinner time, especially in downtown Bar Harbor when tourists are in town.
Is parking available at Side Street Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Side Street Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Side Street Cafe offers vegan options.
Is Side Street Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Side Street Cafe is good for kids.
