Put this delicious Maine dish on your summer bucket list!

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Cheesy, creamy, mac 'n' cheese is the ultimate comfort food. It can be a perfect side dish, or a hearty meal in its own right.

Best of all, lost of different types things can be added to to mac & cheese to compliment it, such as chicken, pulled pork, chili, and Maine's most famous food...lobster!

Just a few weeks ago, when they took on the task choosing the best mac & cheese dishes in each state across the country, one spot in Maine stood out above the rest.

When was all said and done, Side Stret Cafe, in Bar Harbor, was their choice.

Pretty much every restaurant in the state with mac 'n' cheese on the menu serves a dish with lobster in it, but Side Street Cafe, located at 49 Rodick Street in Bar Harbor, does it the best.

Served in a big bowl of pasta shells, and lots of shaved cheese, it also features a generous helping of fresh Maine lobster meat.

This family run business has been a summertime staple in the community, for locals and tourists from all over..

They feature cool summer drinks and creative comfort food, like mac & cheese, sandwhiches, tacos, salads, and so much more.

Best of all, should you dine there during the summer months, your furry friends are welcome on the patio!

Go see why Lovefood chose Side Street Cafe in Bar Harbor as one the best in the U.S. They are open 7 days a week, from 11am-9pm

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