The Early Bite

Rodick Street, Bar Harbor, Maine

Up at first light. Open at 6:30.

Shakshuka and cilbir eggs beside Maine blueberry pancakes, smoothies, and quality coffee, every day of the week.

Shakshuka in a small dark pan, two eggs set in stewed pepper and tomato sauce, toasted sourdough alongside in warm morning light

Earlier than nearly anyone in town.

The Early Bite opened in 2025: a modern brunch spot serving breakfast, smoothies, and quality coffee, with menus built on Mediterranean flavors.

The door opens at 6:30 AM, seven days a week. Order at the counter, pick a table, and breakfast is brought out to you.

Turkish cilbir in a ceramic bowl, two poached eggs on garlic yogurt with spiced butter drizzled over, sourdough toast wedges

Shakshuka at sunrise.

The only Turkish and Mediterranean breakfast table in a town of classic Maine pancake houses.

  • Shakshuka $15.95

    Stewed peppers, onions & tomatoes, fried eggs, sourdough toast

  • Turkish Cilbir Eggs $14.95

    Garlic yogurt, 2 poached eggs, spiced butter, sourdough toast

Pancakes before the crowds.

Blueberry pancakes under Maine blueberry sauce, brioche French toast, and the Craffle, our croissant pressed in a waffle iron.

A stack of blueberry pancakes with Maine blueberry sauce pooling down the sides, powdered sugar and maple syrup being poured
Blueberry pancakes: Maine blueberry sauce, powdered sugar, warm maple butter syrup.

Save room for the sister shop.

The Sweet Bite, a stuffed cookie shop, opened in summer 2025 and shares our storefront. Breakfast first, cookies for the road.

4.5

stars across 241 Google reviews

Most mentioned dishes

  • 26 blueberry pancakes
  • 26 shakshuka
  • 20 french toast
Read them on Google

“Sensational Shakshuka! ... it was incredible and the size was perfect! ... the sandwich was delicious and the fries fantastic.”

Tripadvisor traveler review, 2025

“Unique food prepared with real attention to quality. Truffle potatoes delicious and possibly best latte in town!”

Yelp review, August 17, 2025

“Would highly recommend this place for a casual delicious breakfast experience.”

Google review

Find us on Rodick Street

A quieter side street away from the Main Street crowds, with tables inside and street side seating out front.

30 Rodick St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Call (207) 901-0001

Hours

Every day, 6:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Order on Toast