Side Street Cafe

Delicious. Couldn't believe it was gf mac and cheese.

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I have to join the chorus of positive reviews- Really great food and experience, and a must-visit for celiacs in Bar Harbor. Every server knew the GF process. Their menu is marked with * for GF/ GF available. The fryer is dedicated for french fries. Food came out flagged. I had the lobster mac and cheese and it was delicious! Their chowder is not GF but you will have many options.

Tip: The wait time was quite long, as they have reduced seating due to covid. You can add your name to the wait list online.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing mac & cheese, ribs & wings! Comfortable environment with indoor and outdoor seating. Also, friendly dogs are allowed for dining outside. Highly recommend it!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

Great food and lots of options. Most of the menu could be made gluten free. Waitress was very knowledgeable. Food came out flagged as an allergy meal. I had mac & cheese and, as a very sensitive celiac, felt fine afterwards.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Sat on the porch and had a GF cider and the lobster roll (came with an allergy flag) for lunch. The waitress confirmed a dedicated fryer is used for the fries. Overall it was a great experience and I didn’t get sick. Would definitely go back. Menu had extensive options.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious lobster roll and Mac and cheese with ribs. No issues with gluten for my celiac wife. Highly recommended!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We enjoyed a most amazing GF lobster roll with fries from a dedicated fryer. Delicious!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

There are many items on the menu that can be made Gluten Free. The dishes come identified as “allergy” which gives you more confidence they are serious about offering safe food.

I had a haddock sandwich and It was tasty and the GF bread was good too. I was disappointed that the only option for the Kids Menu that could be made GF was the Mac&cheese.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers online ordering

One of the best lunches I have had in years. I got the lobster tacos. Lots of lobster, cabbage, avocado and yummy sauce on corn tortillas. The fries are some of the best I have ever had. Highly recommend and we will be returning.

I gotta come here whenever I’m in bar harbor. Everything I’ve tried is insanely good. Their lobster Mac and cheese is the best

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ate here twice in the last 3 days. Both visits were amazing! They truly go out of their way to make all guests, especially those with allergies feel comfortable. Our first waitress told us, the owners designed the restaurant to easily cater to those with celiac disease, and they take it very seriously. They have gluten free rolls, pasta and taco shells. All items on their menu noted with an asterisk can be made gluten free with a minor adjustment, and they didn’t hesitate to accommodate something that wasn’t on the menu. Highly recommend, I have celiac and am very sensitive to cross, no problems whatsoever. We will definitely visit again!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

AMAZING!! I can't say enough good things about this place! Love all their food and so accommodating as a celiac! Always recommend this place to people I know, regardless of food allergies!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ate here our first night in Bar Harbor. With a Celiac, a vegetarian, and a "meat and potatoes only" person in our group, finding food for everyone can be tricky. Side Street had something for everyone, and I was able to have lobster mac and cheese. The waitress was also gluten free, so she understood the importance of keeping my food separate and so on. The table shared the gluten free warm brownie dessert. I'll definitely go back next time I'm in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of gluten free options and the roll for the lobster roll was great. It was nice having a sandwich with a soft piece of bread for a change. So glad we were able to eat here.

Very knowledgeable staff, dedicated fryer, careful on prep and the food was awesome. I am a very sensitive Celiac, so always nervous about eating out. Our server Maya took great care to answer my questions. We did go near opening time so it wasn’t as rushed. Cubano sandwich and to die for Dairy free butternut squash soup. Lovely place.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome! Food was delicious. My 7 year old was so happy to have fries. Only downside was no gf chicken fingers.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Had an amazing experience here!! Thanks to the reviews I was passing through and thought I would check it out. Boy was I in for a surprise!!!

Was lucky enough to have a Lobster melt on a GF bun!! They even had a flag notifying all staff of celiac.

To top it all off my server was amazing, shoot cant remember his name but was knowledgeable and content to help with any questions.

If in the area you must check it out!!! You will not be disappointed!!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Have buns, bread and sub rolls. 95 percent of menu can be made gf. They have a dedicated fryer so fries are safe. And they bring the food with an allergy toothpick out. Very safe here

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Knowledgeable staff, dedicated fryer, & delicious food! Loved that you can add yourself to the wait list ahead of time from their website.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of GF options clearly marked on the menu. I felt like I could eat just about everything! Delicious food & friendly service.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The restaurant seems like a very popular local spot. It has a fun location and friendly staff. Food is safe and the menu clearly indicates what can be made GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I ate here twice during my stay in Bar Harbor. Our server had to double check about the dedicated fryer and what was gf. For dinner I had the crab dip which they gave me carrots for dipping. For lunch the next day I had the best lobster roll of my trip with fries. It was all delicious and I didn't get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fantastic! Loved the gluten free lobster roll!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Staff was instantly knowledge. Waitress told us they even have several people on staff with celiac. Almost any dish can be made gf. They have a dedicated toaster for those gf hamburger buns and dedicated fryer for French fries. Quite impressive.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very good GF. Menu states what can be done GF. Excellent lobster roll on GF bun. GF mac and cheese is good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waitress was super knowledgeable about the gluten free items. I got the mac and cheese and ribs and did not have any problems, and I am super sensitive. Would recommend due to the wide variety of menu items!

Would definitely suggest coming here! Staff is so friendly, service is great. And the food is amazing! Would suggest the lobster bisque. Celiac friendly- I have sensitive celiac and didn’t have a problem. Ate here 2 days in a row. SO GOOD

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The staff is very attentive when it comes to gluten-free options. They also only fry the fries so their fries are gluten free! Went here twice in the week we were on vacation because it was a safe bet.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Good. Waiter went out of his way to answer my questions! All menu items are labeled with a * as gf.

Mac and cheese was great! I am a super sensitive celiac and I had no problems at all!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fantastic. Many many gluten free choices. They’re able to make just about every plate gluten free. They have gluten free buns and have a dedicated fryer for fries. I got the chicken cordon blue on a GF bun with fries

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food! Tons of GF options, offer GF bread and rolls, fries cooked in dedicated fryer

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent food! Dedicated fryer. Plenty of GF options, they offer gluten free bread or rolls.

This place was incredible. Went twice. Had the GF lobster Mac and cheese the first time. The second, ate a GF lobster roll. It was the best lobster roll I’ve ever had. The waitress was super helpful with my abundance of allergies. Highly recommend.

The staff was very knowledgeable about Celiac disease and very reassuring about our worries about cross contamination. Gluten free bread and pastas everything we tried was excellent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Had the Lobster Mac & Cheese and it really hit the spot. No issues and they were very knowledgeable and safe for all allergies. My wife has unusual allergies and after checking their list they couldn't guarantee and suggested alternatives.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of great GF options - not just a couple things to check the GF box. Excellent Mac & cheese even! They have GF bread and bun or put on lettuce/greens. Much of the menu can be made GF. Locals love this place!

This was a great gluten free lunch for my our whole family but especially for my celiac boys. The GF options are way more plentiful than similar restaurants and I also love that they are open year round.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great lobster roll, informed staff. Suggest to order without the bun, or ask to grill the roll.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fantastic food, I’m not gf but my gf is and I loved it all

If you are celiac or gf and in Bar Harbor, GO HERE! You won’t be disappointed. Lobster mac and cheese was very good. Super good gf menu with lots of options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

GF Lobster Mac and Cheese! Delicious!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fantastic food. Super knowledgeable waitstaff. Great service. A place you MUST visit if in the area and have Celiacs.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Wow. Heaven for gluten free people. Awesome food and choices. Gluten free Mac and cheese? Hell yeah! So good we ordered again for take out.

went here twice. first time had chicken bacon mac and cheese. it was very good. second time had nachos for a starter, a pulled pork sandwich for dinner, and a brownie sundae for dessert. it was amazing. great service, staff was very knowledgeable. would definitely recommend this if you are in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

High variety of gluten free offerings clearly marked. Knowledgeable staff. Waitress gave us other must visit places for gluten free food. Food was excellent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Sooooo many options! We actually came back to have the gf lobster Mac and cheese twice!

TONS of gf options, all labeled on menu. Staff was very knowledgeable and helped guide the ordering. Had the gf Mac and cheese and burger with gf bun, both very delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Lots of delicious gluten free options and cool atmosphere! The wait staff are very knowledgeable and understanding of dietary needs. We will definitely be going back!

Menu is marked with items that can be made gf. They mark the beer gluten removed. So they get it. Very friendly and easy experience.