Mount Desert Island Ice Cream Bar Harbor

Gift shop storefront in Acadia National Park offering ice cream and treats, seen at dusk.

This is a Heritage Atelier. In-house, small-batch ice cream uses locally sourced milk and cream. Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble is the signature flavor you should try first.

Quick facts

Shop Type: Gift Shop
Products Sold: Ice cream and sorbet; in-house churned with fresh Maine ingredients; flavors include Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble, Thai Chili, Pain Perdu, Sherry Catalana, Butter Beer, Madagascar Vanilla Bean; pints available.
Signature Items: Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble (signature); rotating flavors include Thai Chili, Pain Perdu, Sherry Catalana, Butter Beer.
Locally Made: 1

What it sells

Shop Type: Gift Shop
Products Sold: Ice cream and sorbet; in-house churned with fresh Maine ingredients; flavors include Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble, Thai Chili, Pain Perdu, Sherry Catalana, Butter Beer, Madagascar Vanilla Bean; pints available.
Signature Items: Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble (signature); rotating flavors include Thai Chili, Pain Perdu, Sherry Catalana, Butter Beer.
Locally Made: 1
Brands Carried: Maine's Own Organic Milk (MOO), Callebaut chocolate, Madagascar Vanilla Bean

Visit details

Operating Hours: Varies by season; typical summer window is 12:00 PM–9:30 PM.
Seasonal Hours: Year-round operation with extended hours during peak season.
Parking Available: 1
Parking Details: Street parking nearby; limited curbside spaces in Bar Harbor; peak-season crowds may affect availability.
Accessibility: Small footprint; narrow entry; may present accessibility challenges in peak crowds.
Store Size: Tiny-to-moderate footprint
Layout Description: Compact display with a rotating flavor lineup; lines commonly form outside during peak season.

Policies & services

Return Policy: No publicly posted return policy found for this shop.
Payment Methods: Cash
Credit Card
Debit Card
Mobile Payment

Planning advice

Best Time To Visit: Peak in summer; midday crowds form; visit early afternoon or later in the day to enjoy cooler temps.
Tips Advice: Sample rotating flavors such as Blueberry Sour Cream Crumble, Thai Chili, Pain Perdu, Sherry Catalana, and Butter Beer
A pint to-go is typically around $10
Some flavors are dairy-free; ask at the counter which vegan options are currently available

More details

Why Shop Here: Artisanal ice cream crafted in-house with Maine dairy and MOFGA partnerships; rotating flavors and premium ingredients deliver a craft-led dessert experience.
Shop If Skip If: ✅ SHOP IF: You seek handcrafted ice cream with local dairy and adventurous flavors, and are willing to wait for a premium experience. ❌ SKIP IF: You want quick, inexpensive dessert or dislike trying new flavors.
Price Range Category: Mid-Range
Price Examples: Pints $10; Scoops in the mid-to-high range; vegan options vary by flavor.
Staff Description: Owner-operated, knowledgeable staff; friendly and efficient.
Online Store: mdiic.com
Gift Categories: Ice cream flavors
Pints
Merchandise
Review Summary: Customers praise the high quality and craft of the ice cream, noting the bold, rotating flavors and small-batch approach. Expect lines during peak season, but the experience matches the price for flavor-forward dessert lovers.