Havana

"Havana offers a colorful, upscale dining experience blending local ingredients with Latin American cuisine. Dishes include lobster-filled moqueca, saffron-infused paella, and a mojito with Stone Pier rum. The Parilla patio offers more casual fare." - Adam H. Callaghan

"Bar Harbor isn’t exactly a fine dining town, so Havana (sister restaurant to Havana Parilla) stands out as a place where you can impress somebody who deeply cares about white tablecloths and extensive wine lists. But despite serving $50 steaks and having a wine book the size of a first-generation iPad, it’s not overly stuffy. Even though they’re delicious, don’t fill up on smaller plates like sweet and mild Bar Harbor oysters and ground lamb empanadas. Save room for the giant plate of seafood paella with expertly crunchy socarrat and a ribeye that glistens like a beach-goer slathered in tanning oil. " - anne cruz

"Havana Parrilla is the more casual outdoor tapas spot to its fancier seafood counterpart Havana, and we like it for a casual place to unwind after a day of exploring. Head to the patio, since you might not want to change out of your hiking pants and Tevas, and order one of the not-too-sweet tropical cocktails that are the color of orange or pink highlighters. The menu rotates daily and typically has a wide range of influences—definitely get whatever seasonal vegetables are available, as well as the cheesy provoleta and tangy salmon adobo." - Anne Cruz

"Bar Harbor isn’t exactly a fine dining town, so Havana (sister restaurant to Havana Parilla) stands out as a place where you can impress somebody who deeply cares about white tablecloths and extensive wine lists. But despite serving $50 steaks and having a wine book the size of a first-generation iPad, it’s not overly stuffy. Even though they’re delicious, don’t fill up on smaller plates like sweet and mild Bar Harbor oysters and ground lamb empanadas. Save room for the giant plate of seafood paella with expertly crunchy socarrat and a ribeye that glistens like a beach-goer slathered in tanning oil." - Anne Cruz

"When most people think of a strenuous walk in Acadia, they’re probably thinking about scrambling over rocks around the Jordan Pond loop or granite staircases climbing up the Beehive. But walking through all the shops in downtown Bar Harbor to find the perfect puffin-themed holiday ornament or vintage-looking “Maine” sweatshirt can also be a marathon. Make it a priority to have a few cocktails and snacks afterward at Havana Parrilla. The outdoor tapas bar is the more laid-back counterpart to one of the best fine dining spots in town. That means you can enjoy a hibiscus-infused mezcalita and an order of cheesy provoleta without having to worry about planning around a reservation time or dressing up. " - anne cruz