Musquito Harbor Brewing Company

About This Establishment

Crunchy, hot nachos meet melty queso and jalapeño heat, while pico and sour cream cool the burn. Crispy Cheesesteak Egg Rolls deliver a hot, juicy interior with a pepper jack snap. Glenn's Smoked Wings wear a dry rub crust with a lingering smoke, and the Crabmeat Pimento Cheese Dip is warm and briny with local crab shining through. This waterfront gastropub feels like a Post-Hike HQ—welcoming, unpretentious, and proudly local, with a buzz that fits the harbor setting.

At a Glance

The Order Strategy

Skip Trash Can Nachos, get Crabmeat Pimento Cheese Dip. For beer, order a Local Tap. For brunch vibes, order the Mimosa Flight.

The Vibe Check

Post-hike HQ. Relaxed, friendly, and chatty; come as you are and enjoy the harbor breeze.

The Crowd Factor

Busy on weekends; lines form; bar seating speeds up service; aim to arrive around 11:30 AM to grab a seat

Eat Here If / Skip If

EAT HERE IF: you want local pub bites after a hike and a beer-heavy vibe. SKIP IF: you need reserved seating or a quiet, slow dining experience.

What Makes It Special

Only brewery in the Winter Harbor area with a seafood-forward pub menu

Must-Try Items

Signature Dishes: Trash Can Nachos; Cheesesteak Egg Rolls; Glenn's Smoked Wings; Crabmeat Pimento Cheese Dip

Crabmeat Pimento Cheese Dip; Cheesesteak Egg Rolls; Trash Can Nachos

Best Time to Visit

Weekdays or early afternoon; avoid peak weekend crowds, especially during the season.

Skip If

Those needing reserved seating or a quiet dining experience

Family Info

Casual, kid-friendly atmosphere; options like salads available

What Diners Say

Warm waterfront gastropub with local pride; solid beer lineup and shareable plates. Crunchy textures meet briny depths in the dip and nachos, and the grilled-egg-rolls bring a satisfying heat; expect a relaxed, friendly scene with occasional live music. Price reflects remote location, but the lack of heavy competition in the area supports the value.