Havana

4.6 ( 1210 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
318 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States
+1 207-288-2822

Havana, a charming Latin American restaurant located in Bar Harbor, ME, offers diners an unforgettable culinary experience steeped in vibrant flavors. Many patrons, like Michele Shaw, rave about the thoughtful touches, such as personalized birthday greetings and complimentary bites that enhance the dining experience. The bread served, both gluten-free and regular, pairs exquisitely with dips, earning praise for its quality.

Signature dishes that demand attention include the mouthwatering mushroom egg rolls and the standout paella, described by Michele as the best she’s had. Customers appreciate the fresh seafood, particularly the lobster and rich seafood paella, although some note a slight saltiness. Mandy Kuo lauds the restaurant’s commitment to accommodating dietary restrictions, reflecting the attentive service that guests consistently receive.

The ambiance fosters a perfect date night vibe, with knowledgeable staff guiding diners through an enticing menu that changes monthly. The black sesame crème brûlée stands out as a delightful dessert, rounding off meals beautifully. With commendable service and a variety of flavorful dishes, Havana is a must-visit for anyone in the area, promising to keep patrons returning for their creative Latin cuisine.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has live music
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts cheques
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Havana

Michele Shaw
Jun 16,2025
Wow! This is an incredible restaurant and all around was such a nice dinner experience. I wrote on the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and they had a birthday card sitting on the table for us. We also started with an aperitif that was a small, delicious bite! They brought bread for the table both gluten free and regular. They have dips for the bread that were amazing as well. We got the mushroom egg rolls as a starter which was fantastic. They were super hot but delicious and the sauce complemented really nicely. We tried the vegetable dish, lamb, paella, and lobster moqueca. Every dish was so amazing and flavorful. The paella was my favorite and is one of the best I’ve had (probably the best). They even brought over a small dessert at the end of the night which was a nice touch. The server was very friendly, helpful and nice. All around a really wonderful time at Havana and we’ll definitely go back any time we are in the area! I love that they change their menu with the different months so I would love to come back and try new items.
Mandy Kuo
Jun 3,2025
Excellent food and service. Really appreciated the staff's diligence regarding dietary restrictions for sugar triple checking with the kitchen and articulating which items on the table my husband had to avoid. The bread and the black bean hummus on the house were really good! We also loved the mushroom spring rolls and the sofrito in the shrimp for the appetizer. The fish we got for the main was very fresh. Also appreciated they had oat milk for the latte. For dessert I thought the black sesame creme brulee was great (could be less sweet).
Kevin A
May 29,2025
FYI The place is only open for dinner from 4pm onwards. The food is amazing, the lobster marques is delicious. The seafood paella was a bit salty for our liking but it was still amazing. The seafood was both rich large and plentiful. Service was great typical for any fine dining. Atmosphere was nice. For the price there is good value here but what makes it stand out is the amount and quality of the seafood.
Stephanie Murphree
May 23,2025
Perfect date night spot. We were very impressed with the great service and knowledgeable staff here. We ordered the paella and the lamb and loved them. Do not leave here without trying the oysters! We’d fly back from Florida just to have these oysters again!
Allie Turner
Apr 30,2025
We had an amazing dinner here! Leo was our server and was very good! So was the sommelier!
Louis Giguere
Mar 18,2025
My wife and I just had a fantastic meal. Our waiter ( Samuel ) was the most attentive waiter we’ve ever had. His suggestions, description of dishes and wine selection were bang on. His attention to details, as well as the rest of the staff was amazing. As for the food, we had the Pulpo as a starter, ( perfect) my wife had the Paella and I had the Halibut- all was perfect. Samuel’s suggestion of a double chocolate cake for desert was fantastic. And finally, we both had a tasty cup of coffee ( decaf cappuccino for my wife and Cuban for me )
Lor d
Mar 14,2025
Excellent restaurant with amazing and authentic Spanish food. First time dining here and we were pleased to see Havana was open when most restaurants in the area are already closed for the season. Nice indoor and outdoor seating and a nice bar with seating . The menu is fresh and exciting with delicious choices . We tried their mussels and octopus appetizer and the seafood paella and the pollo dish. The mussels were so fresh and in this incredible sauce and the octopus was also fresh and delicious. The seafood paella was wonderful with fresh seafood in a great sauce and the chicken .dish was tender and delicious. Everything was fantastic. We then tried their mango mouse for dessert and what a delicious treat. Every dish has so many levels of flavor and is prepared with such detail and creativity. The entire meal was great . Friendly and helpful service. Loved everything. . highly recommend.
Mary Macken
Mar 7,2025
We thoroughly enjoyed a lovely Dinner at "Havana" when we stayed at Bar Harbor over Easter. We felt very welcome as a party of 5 including a Toddler. The atmosphere was delightful, food really good & service excellent. It was so good that we returned for a second evening on Easter Sunday, our Wedding Anniversary. Our daughter has mentioned the 'occasion" and the staff made it truly a special evening. I would recommend a reservation.

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