Contemporary American Fine Dining
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Bar Harbor, United States
The Balance Rock Inn Veranda Bar
Price≈$150
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseConversational
CapacityMedium
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Seasonal / American. Wine strengths: California, France.
Pearl is the En Primeur Club membership app — saves, bookings, and concierge access live there. Same editors, same standards.
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- Address
- 21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
- Phone
- (207) 288-9900
- Website
- theverandabarharbor.com
- Directions
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Saves & bookings on PearlAboutThe record
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Seasonal / American. Wine strengths: California, France.
Signature Dishes
chef's tasting menubluefin tunacraboctopusvenison
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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At a Glance
Vibe
- Scenic
- Elegant
- Romantic
- Sophisticated
- Intimate
Best For
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- After Work
Experience
- Live Music
- Waterfront
- Open Kitchen
- Hotel Restaurant
- Terrace
- Historic Building
Drink Program
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
Sourcing
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable Seafood
- Farm To Table
Views
- Waterfront
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelConversational
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
Refined and intentional, with an immersive open-kitchen dining room, sweeping ocean views, and a romantic waterfront setting; the piano lounge and outdoor deck add a relaxed but upscale feel.