The Barnacle - Bar Harbor

Fantastic oyster and whiskey bar! Be sure to visit Trevor; he will treat you as if you were an old friend! I highly recommend it! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

**Dining Experience:** Dinner **Price Range:** $30–50 per person **Food Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Service Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Atmosphere Rating:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Must-Try Dish:** Oysters on the Half Shell I had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant. The food was outstanding, earning a perfect rating across the board. Each dish was expertly prepared and bursting with flavor. The atmosphere was inviting and comfortable, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. Moreover, the service was impeccable, with attentive staff who made sure we felt welcome throughout our visit. I highly recommend trying the oysters on the half shell—they were a true highlight of the evening!

Trevor, the bartender, dismissed my friends and me with just a glance, hardly making eye contact as he told us they “didn’t have kids' menus or crayons,” and that “tour groups are not welcome.” We are all over 25, and most of the group is Asian. I urge you to avoid this disrespectful and racist establishment where not everyone feels welcome. Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1

The rudest bartender I’ve ever encountered. Don’t come here if you’re under 40 or traveling with more than one person. I walked in with a group of six 26-year olds, the bartender says “we don’t do kids menus or crayons, this is a bar for whiskey, beer, and oysters.” We thought he was joking, but he was dead serious. And then to add insult to injury, upon seeing that we’re not only young but also mostly Asians, he said “we don’t do tour buses either.”

Best oyster and mignonette of my entire life. The bartenders were friendly everytime we went. The drink list is very nice and the locals are the cherry on top Service: Dine in Meal type: Other Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, Oysters