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CherrySTONES, located in the scenic Bar Harbor, has quickly garnered rave reviews for its delicious seafood and welcoming ambiance. Many patrons like Kristin Guido have praised the signature dish—cherry stone clams—as truly remarkable, highlighting the tender shrimp cocktail and perfectly seared scallops. The dining experience is often accentuated by friendly service, with hosts like Andre making diners feel right at home.
For families and groups, William B noted the spacious balcony, ideal for enjoying dishes like lobster rolls and chicken barbecue flatbread on festive occasions. Jacki Booth thoroughly enjoyed the comprehensive clam bake, which came with a delightful selection of seafood, including a whole lobster, all at an attractive price point. The added treat of blueberry pie only enhances the overall appeal.
Guests rave about the cocktails too, with Elen Carpenter's blueberry martini and clam chowder earning high marks. Julie Curullo was charmed by the atmosphere and the friendly service provided by “Sir Patrick,” further proving that CherrySTONES is a must-visit destination in Bar Harbor. Overall, this establishment offers a blend of exceptional dishes, lively service, and a warm inviting atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
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Amenities & More
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for CherrySTONES
Review highlights
Based on 421 reviewsCherrySTONES is widely praised for its fresh and flavorful seafood offerings, particularly the signature cherry stone clams, lobster rolls, and clam chowder. Diners appreciate the generous portions and well-executed dishes such as seafood boils and clam bakes that deliver good value. The restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by options for patio and balcony seating, is frequently highlighted alongside attentive and friendly service. Many reviewers enjoy the complementary drink selections, including creative cocktails and local craft beers. The location's suitability for both intimate meals and larger group gatherings adds to its appeal, making CherrySTONES a popular choice for visitors seeking an authentic seafood dining experience in Bar Harbor.
Wonderful experience! Signature dish, cherry stone clams, were amazing. Shrimp cocktail came with five large tender shrimp in a slightly spicy cocktail sauce. Scallops were tender with just the right sear. Topped it off with warm blueberry pie. Andre was a most accommodating host! Will definitely be back!
Our party of 10 sat on the balcony of the second floor under the umbrellas enjoying the 4th of July afternoon. We ate an early dinner and ordered lots of different foods. The lobster roll, chicken barbecue flatbread, and shrimp cocktails were excellant. The service was great and we would definitely go back. Great for big families and prices were reasonable
We are her 2 out of the 3 days we spent in Bar Harbor. The seafood boil was amazing and the clam bake was perfect! The clam bake came with a cup on clam chowder, steamed clams and mussels, a whole lobster, drawn butter, mashed potatoes, broccoli and a slice of blueberry pie all for 50! We enjoyed the Acadia Brewing Co Bar Harbor Blueberry Ale beer with a spoonful of blueberries in it. We sat at the bar, because my husband loves to eat at the bar.
I got the blueberry martini and Cadillac early bird special...they did not disappoint. Our server was friendly and attentive. We sat on the patio, great atmosphere. We were able to enjoy some love music in the park across the street. Good was really good, one of the best clam chowders we've had so far.
Came here twice during our week long stay here in the area. I didn’t look at reviews prior to coming here - was just on a whim as we walked by and thought, “Hey, this looks like a good spot!” We had a lovely waiter, Sir Patrick, who charmed us with his wit and humor! We enjoyed delicious clam chowder and lobster rolls. The cocktail we chose, Blueberry Spritz, was amazing! We came back later in the week and sat at the bar just for that! I will say I’m surprised at the negative reviews, as we had an enjoyable experience. Give this place a chance!
Excellent restaurant on Main Street in Bar Harbor. I had a blueberry martini which wasn't too dry or sweet. I loved it. We had the half chicken which was extremely tender and savory. The chicken salad sandwich might be the best I've ever had. It had blueberries in it and was served on toasted sour dough. I definitely recommend. The clams were served with jalapeno which I hadnt seen before and really enjoyed. Service was top notch and the location is on the main thoroughfare which makes for great people watching.
Had a terrific experience at Cherrystones!! Our waiter, Andrei, was friendly and great!! He gave us excellent service and was a pleasure to talk to. The food was delicious. My husband and I really enjoyed the evening there and our meal. We will be back!! Thank you Andrei for such great service.
THE BEST STEAMERS! We ordered the onion rings, steamers, lobster roll, and fish and chips. The lobster roll was okay. The onion rings came with an interesting sauce that I loved, but my girlfriend did not, a horseradish based sauce. The steamers were fresh and steamed perfectly. So delicious. The fish and chips was the biggest fried fish I have ever seen, and it was yummy! The fries were also perfectly seasoned. The drinks were strong and our server was so friendly!
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- Monday (Today) 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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