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Charming spot with sidewalk seating for sophisticated tapas, crêpes & craft cocktails, plus brunch.
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Address: 278 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: http://www.socialbarharbor.com/
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Reviews
Trampas H
I’ve traveled the world and dined everywhere from hidden gems in Athens to Michelin-starred kitchens in Paris — and Project Social Kitchen & Bar in Bar Harbor belongs in the top 1% of all those experiences. This spot is an absolute standout.
Cocktails: Next-Level Mixology
Their cocktail game is elite. We sampled:
Blue My Mind – A flavor bomb with blueberry and lavender that was somehow both bold and smooth.
Social Contract Martini – Sophisticated, herbal, and perfectly balanced.
Red Kryptonite – Powerful and unforgettable. One of the best cocktails I’ve ever had, full stop.
Each one was expertly crafted and worthy of any NYC or Paris bar scene.
Dishes That Deliver
The food? A culinary joyride. Every plate was as beautiful as it was flavorful:
Beef Skewers: Tender, smoky, with a peanutty chili sauce and sesame hit — perfectly charred.
Butternut Squash Soup: Velvet texture, deep flavor, garnished with edible petals — art in a bowl.
Root Veggie Platter: Roasted to perfection and plated like fine art.
Carnitas Tacos: Bright, bold, with just the right kick.
Pork Belly: The coup de grâce — melt-in-your-mouth richness atop crispy polenta cornbread, swimming in a sticky glaze that was absolutely addictive.
Sweet Ending
We capped it all off with an Affogato — the perfect contrast of hot and cold, bitter and sweet. A smooth finale to a phenomenal meal.
Ambience & Vibe
Rustic-chic meets cozy cocktail lounge w/ Black Rabbit (IFYKYK) subtle vibes. The vintage china, creative plating, and welcoming staff bring it all together in a way that feels both upscale and unpretentious.
Final Verdict:
If you’re in Bar Harbor and skip this place, you’re missing out. Project Social isn’t just a meal — it’s an experience. Easily one of the best dinners I’ve had in years.
… moreCocktails: Next-Level Mixology
Their cocktail game is elite. We sampled:
Blue My Mind – A flavor bomb with blueberry and lavender that was somehow both bold and smooth.
Social Contract Martini – Sophisticated, herbal, and perfectly balanced.
Red Kryptonite – Powerful and unforgettable. One of the best cocktails I’ve ever had, full stop.
Each one was expertly crafted and worthy of any NYC or Paris bar scene.
Dishes That Deliver
The food? A culinary joyride. Every plate was as beautiful as it was flavorful:
Beef Skewers: Tender, smoky, with a peanutty chili sauce and sesame hit — perfectly charred.
Butternut Squash Soup: Velvet texture, deep flavor, garnished with edible petals — art in a bowl.
Root Veggie Platter: Roasted to perfection and plated like fine art.
Carnitas Tacos: Bright, bold, with just the right kick.
Pork Belly: The coup de grâce — melt-in-your-mouth richness atop crispy polenta cornbread, swimming in a sticky glaze that was absolutely addictive.
Sweet Ending
We capped it all off with an Affogato — the perfect contrast of hot and cold, bitter and sweet. A smooth finale to a phenomenal meal.
Ambience & Vibe
Rustic-chic meets cozy cocktail lounge w/ Black Rabbit (IFYKYK) subtle vibes. The vintage china, creative plating, and welcoming staff bring it all together in a way that feels both upscale and unpretentious.
Final Verdict:
If you’re in Bar Harbor and skip this place, you’re missing out. Project Social isn’t just a meal — it’s an experience. Easily one of the best dinners I’ve had in years.
Havin Leung
Project Social had fantastic food; they served us creative dishes that still felt cohesive. The standouts were the crab cakes, lobster crepe, and the pork belly. The crab cakes were probably the best I’ve ever had – so crabby and packed with sweet seafood flavor. The lobster crepe was great as well, since it turns out that lobster, pancetta, and butternut squash go great together. The pork belly was fork tender and served over a crispy polenta cake.
The other dishes were amazing too! I will say that to get full at this spot you’ll be dropping a good amount of money. In my eyes it’s money well spent though
edit: 30 minutes after posting the above glowing review from my experience last night, I went back again for some light eats and had a pretty horrible experience. The food was still good, but we were seated on the left side of the restaurant, the “bar” area. This area is completely unattended with absolutely zero service – we never got even a water. We went up to the window to order and the bartenders were so busy that I stood there for about 10 minutes before being spoken to – and that was the first and last time I spoke to a staff member tonight.
Considering the price of the food, this area really should have the attention of at least one server – even if it’s intended to be more “bar” style. It really left a bad impression on me and I’m not sure I’ll be coming back any time soon.
… moreThe other dishes were amazing too! I will say that to get full at this spot you’ll be dropping a good amount of money. In my eyes it’s money well spent though
edit: 30 minutes after posting the above glowing review from my experience last night, I went back again for some light eats and had a pretty horrible experience. The food was still good, but we were seated on the left side of the restaurant, the “bar” area. This area is completely unattended with absolutely zero service – we never got even a water. We went up to the window to order and the bartenders were so busy that I stood there for about 10 minutes before being spoken to – and that was the first and last time I spoke to a staff member tonight.
Considering the price of the food, this area really should have the attention of at least one server – even if it’s intended to be more “bar” style. It really left a bad impression on me and I’m not sure I’ll be coming back any time soon.
Katelyn Kent
We ate at Project Social twice while in Bar Harbor on vacation and loved it both times. Over those two visits we tried the banh mi toast, prosciutto toast, hummus, scallops, chowder, lamb kofta, and beef skewers. Everything was fun and delicious. I wasn’t as impressed with the cocktails I had for the price ($13-16/each) but I enjoyed sitting outside and taking in the cool ambiance.
… moreKelly Allen
Service and food were excellent. Enjoyed the scallops, lamb, butternut squash soup and blueberry crepe. Everything was excellent and the staff were so nice. Visited twice during our trip, enjoyed the beer garden and the dinner side!
… moreLyndsey McCormick
We found this restaurant kind of randomly on our vacation, and it was the best meal we had in Bar Harbor by FAR!! Friendly staff that immediately offered us blankets and heaters on a cold night, whimsical garden atmosphere, delicious cocktails in beautiful glassware, and incredible food in a variety of cuisines. The plating and presentation was gorgeous, backed up by mouth watering tapas that kept us wanting more! The servers/kitchen did a great job coursing everything out so we had the perfect rotation of flowing food for the entire hour we were there. And they got us out on time so we could make it to our next activity! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return someday.
… moreKenneth Baker
Excellent place for very good, fine dining. All the ingredients compliment each other so they orchestrate into a full crescendo with each bite. When in Bar Harbor, go here.
… moreDarren H
Love the backyard vibes with the waterfall and cute pond. Food was decent – tasty but not super satisfying. That said, it’s a great place to pregame dinner after a full day of hiking. Service was attentive. They also have good happy hour deals which we don’t really take advantage of. Overall good experience for a pregame or later night spot.
… moreMichelle Dahlberg
We LOVED this place for cocktails and appetizers! Great outdoor patio area and amazing food and drinks! The lamb dish was probably our favorite, but we loved them all!
… moreJulie Cline
The food was amazing! The scallops were the best I’ve ever had!
We also had the Mediterranean mezza which was a very generous portion and delicious. It was fun to mix different flavors with each bite. The atmosphere was very nice and feels private even though it’s on the main street in Bar Harbor.
… moreWe also had the Mediterranean mezza which was a very generous portion and delicious. It was fun to mix different flavors with each bite. The atmosphere was very nice and feels private even though it’s on the main street in Bar Harbor.
David Cullerot
Very well mixed and imaginative cocktails! Will is an amazing bartender! Food with flavor and amazingly intended, fresh ingredients that you really need to experience. Vibe is so chill and relaxed. If you want to enjoy yourself, you really need to be part of Project Social.
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