Atlantic Brewing Company

White colonial-style restaurant building along a roadside in Acadia National Park on a sunny day.

Atlantic Brewing Company serves American pub fare anchored by Mainely Meat BBQ and hand-tossed pizzas, with Bar Harbor Blueberry Ale flowing from their taps. The Town Hill location sits on a ten-acre farm, giving a country setting, while the Midtown spot sits in a more urban stretch. The vibe is casual, family-friendly, and dog-welcoming, with a no-fuss dress code. Signature dishes include the smoky Mainely Meat BBQ, whose baked beans are frequently singled out by tasters, and a lineup of piz...

Quick facts

Meals Served: Lunch
Dinner
Signature Dishes: Sampler Platter; Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs; Lobster Roll; Fish and Chips; Atlantic Burger
Local Specialties: Lobster in the Lobster Roll; blueberry in the original blueberry ale
Popular Items: Sampler Platter, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Lobster Roll

What to order

Meals Served: Lunch
Dinner
Signature Dishes: Sampler Platter; Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs; Lobster Roll; Fish and Chips; Atlantic Burger
Local Specialties: Lobster in the Lobster Roll; blueberry in the original blueberry ale
Popular Items: Sampler Platter, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Lobster Roll
Menu Recommendations: Skip the fear of missing out: Sampler Platter delivers variety; Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs are the BBQ anchor; Lobster Roll is the Maine classic

Prices & reservations

Price Specifics: Bar Harbor Blueberry Ale runs about $10 for a 6-pack; Bar Harbor Real Ale is roughly $5 for a 750ml bottle. Overall, pricing sits in a moderate range with generous portions.
Reservations Policy: No reservations; walk-ins only.
Typical Wait Times: Varies; peak season weekends may see longer waits.
Payment Methods: Cash
Credit cards
Cash Only: 0

Hours & seating

Operating Hours: Tasting room: Tue-Sat, late May–mid-October; Midtown location hours vary; Town Hill tasting room closed for the season.
Seasonal Hours: Late May–mid-October for the tasting room; Town Hill shuts down outside season.
Closed Days: Town Hill location closed for the season.
Happy Hour Times: Not listed
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Parking Details: Private lot on a 10-acre farm; space can be tight during peak season.
Accessibility: Limited information available; contact ahead for accessibility specifics.

Visit strategy

Best For: Families
Dog owners
Casual meals after a park visit
Not Ideal For: Those seeking formal dining or guaranteed quiet; reservations not available
Service Type: Counter service for BBQ; table service likely in tasting room
Service Speed: Casual/relaxed
Vibe: Casual
Country setting
Beer-centric
Family-friendly
Noise Level: Moderate; casual country vibe with a lively patio on weekends and warm weather.
View Type: Farm/field views
Busiest Times: Unknown; likely weekends during peak tourist season
Best Visit Times: Weekdays during shoulder season to avoid crowds
Tips Advice: Order the Sampler Platter and Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs for BBQ lovers.
Do a beer flight to sample IPAs, stouts, porters, and the blueberry ale.
Take-out is available from Midtown; outdoor seating is dog-friendly.

More details

Park Area: Bar Harbor area, Acadia National Park
Takeout Available: 1
Delivery Available: 0
Dress Code: Casual
Beverage Program: Wide craft beer lineup including IPAs, stouts, porters, brown ales, and blueberry ale; local taps and seasonal brews
Local Beers: IPAs, stouts, porters, brown ales, blueberry ale
House Made: House-made blueberry ale is part of the lineup
Signature Cocktails: Not listed
Tasting Flights: 1
Tours Available: 0
Bottle Sales: 0
Parking Available: 1
Dog Friendly Patio: 1
Wi-Fi Available: 0
Family Friendly: 1
Family Friendly Notes: Kid-friendly and dog-friendly outdoor space; casual family dining vibe
Age Restriction: All ages
Bar Seating: 1
Seasonal Rushes: Peak in summer when Acadia sees more visitors
Has Gift Shop: 0
Unique Attractions: Ten-acre farm setting with on-site brewery and tasting room
Unique Factor: Farm-to-brewery experience with classic Maine lobster and blueberry-themed offerings
Nearby Facilities: Proximity to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor town access
Recent Updates: Seasonal hours; Town Hill closed for season; Midtown open with takeout option
Best Time To Visit: Late May–mid-October. Visit weekdays to dodge Acadia crowds; Midtown location stays open until 7:30 PM, Town Hill is seasonally closed.
The Order Strategy: Skip the generic pub fare and go straight for the Sampler Platter—locals swear by the rib bark and fall-off-the-bone meat. For drinks, order a beer flight to sample the lineup; for non-alcoholic, grab Cold Brew.
The Vibe Check: Post-park HQ: casual, dog-friendly, and family-friendly; country setting with a brewery focus
The Crowd Factor: Weekdays are calmer; weekends bring more park-bound visitors
Eat Here If Skip If: EAT HERE IF: you crave BBQ with coastal Maine flavors and a solid beer lineup. SKIP IF: you need a formal, reservation-backed dining room.
Distance From Park: approximately 5 miles from park entrance
Review Summary: Ribs and sampler platter deliver tender meat and crackling bark; crispy fish and a rich lobster roll stand out; beer variety, especially blueberry ale, draws consistent praise, with occasional carbonation hiccups noted