The 10 Best Bars in Maine — 2026

We compared all 201 bars in Maine on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · Another RoundPortland

Mon-Thu 8am-9pm, Fri 8am-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-8pm

(207) 200-1883 Website View listing

#2 · Iron Tails SaloonActon Saloon

Mon 3pm-10pm, Wed-Thu 3pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 11:30am-8pm

(207) 850-1142 Website View listing

#3 · Primo RestaurantRockland

Mon 5pm-10pm, Wed-Sun 5pm-10pm

(207) 596-0770 Website View listing

#4 · William's On The GreenBar Harbor

Mon-Sun 3pm-10pm

(207) 288-5721 Website View listing

#5 · Penobscot Pour HouseBangor

(207) 922-1289 Website View listing

#6 · Sully'sWinthrop

(207) 395-5396 Website View listing

#7 · Modern BarnBethel

Tue-Sat 5pm-9pm

(207) 824-3003 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (saloon, dive bar, bar & grill, lounge, lgbtq+, tavern, karaoke, hookah, arcade, happy hour, live music, dog-friendly, beach, biker, country), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.