MDI Lobster & BBQ in Maine

"Great BBQ, excellent atmosphere, and friendly service. We loved the chicken, crumbly corn bread, lobster Mac, and blueberry "crisp". The blueberry crisp was not crispy - more soupy - but oddly super tasty. They serve alcohol and allow dogs. Cool views"

"Great seafood and BBQ place right by the water (you can eat in the tent or on the tables near the water). Went with my parents twice on our last two nights of vacation, it was so good the first night and the owner suggested we come back again for the ribs. Over those two nights we ordered the clam chowder, fried shrimp, whole bellied clams, pulled pork, lobster roll, and ribs. Everything was fresh, delicious, and well worth the price. The staff is also incredibly friendly and greeted as soon as we walked in. The owner even went around to every table to make sure everyone enjoyed their meals. Only issue was the pulled pork wasn't hot the first night and he went back to the kitchen, addressed it immediately, and offered us some commentary BBQ sauce because my dad had said he enjoyed it so much. If I go back to the Southwest Harbor area again, I will definitely be going back. Could not recommend enough."

"This was by far the best meal we had on our trip to Acadia! We ordered 2 lobster rolls. So fresh and delicious. Great casual ambiance overlooking the harbor and lobster crates. Staff were friendly and helpful. I hope I can come back one day!"

"I had the lobster and ribs with a side of Mac and cheese and potato salad. Best lobster I ever had! Ribs were absolutely delicious! Mac and cheese was amazing and the potato salad was kinda just like any ol potato salad to be honest. The staff was super friendly and helpful. My wife had the tacos and even though cilantro tastes like soap to her she still finished them because they were delicious! It was a great find during our trip to Acadia! Hats off to you!"

"My vegetarian spouse ordered the dry rub cauliflower appetizer, and it was delicious. She also ordered the street corn and loved it. If you’re a vegetarian visiting this place, the cauliflower and corn could be enough for your meal. I ordered the fried haddock sandwich and pork empanadas. The pork empanada filling was tasty but the dough was raw and needed to be fried more. The fried haddock sandwich is a must try. The sandwich only came with fries. Would be nice to have at least one other side option besides fries to select instead of having to buy an extra side for another five or six dollars. Fries were average."

"Came here on a whim for lunch to get some lobster rolls and BBQ after busy morning exploring Acadia, and was not disappointed. Order at the counter and get a table in the picnic area overlooking the harbor. Be sure to get your lobster roll "Justin style" with garlic aioli!"

"Two experiences here! Our favorite restaurant in Southwest Harbor… absolutely 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #1, came at 7:10pm for dinner and they happened to run out of BBQ from dinner rush… no worries, our family each got the fish ‘n’ chips special and were very happy with the food and portions! Enjoyed the beautiful Maine sunset over the water. Owner/manager gentleman came out to check on us, apologize about bbq sold out, but encouraged us to come back for it the next day! #2, Returned here for BBQ lunch the next day and we were absolutely delighted. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone delicious, the brisket was tender, the lobster was fresh, and the sides were all wonderful! All the staff were tremendously courteous and professional both times… this place just knows how to treat customers right Would 100% recommend this place to any visiting family, friends, or anyone reading this review!"

"Excellent choice to stop for picnic/camping feel dinner. Enjoyed BYOB on picnic tables with top notch food. Pick up your order at the counter on a picnic tray with utensils, served fresh & hot in to-go type containers (our meals fit in containers with lids, unlike other diners with the full lobster meals).The steamers were delicious, along with the tasty lobster roll with plentiful meat, and the Nashville chicken sandwich was “bang bang” delicious, as quoted by the one of us who ate that. I even loved the French fries! Blueberry pie was good. Cole slaw could have passed on - not as soft as I prefer. Staff was friendly, and the area was clean and well kept. We were even checked on at our picnic table. Probably will return for another meal on this same trip!!"