Pizzeria 131

Pizzeria 131 turns dinner into an interactive culinary adventure where kids become pizza chefs for the night. This family-friendly spot in downtown Bar Harbor lets children design their own personal pizzas from a variety of fresh toppings, then watch with excitement as their creations cook in authentic wood-fired ovens. The hands-on experience combined with delicious results makes this a memorable dining experience that keeps kids engaged from start to finish.

• ✓Kids design and customize their own personal pizzas with unlimited topping choices
• ✓Watching pizzas cook in authentic wood-fired ovens with visible flames
• ✓Quick cooking time means minimal wait once pizzas are assembled
• ✓Sense of accomplishment when kids eat their own culinary creation
• ✓Central Bar Harbor location within walking distance of waterfront and shops

1. 1.Arrive before 5:30 PM or after 7:30 PM during summer months to avoid the dinner rush and reduce wait times
2. 2.Let kids know they can choose as many or as few toppings as they want,this is perfect for adventurous eaters and picky eaters alike
3. 3.The personal pizzas cook quickly in the wood-fired ovens (about 3-5 minutes), so kids won't have to wait long once they've designed their creation
4. 4.Located on Cottage Street in the heart of Bar Harbor, so you can easily walk to nearby shops or the waterfront before or after dinner
5. 5.Consider splitting appetizers or salads for adults while kids focus on their pizzas,the personal sizes are generous for children

Early dinner hours (4:30-5:30 PM) on weekdays work best, especially during the busy summer tourist season. You'll avoid the biggest crowds and kids can take their time customizing pizzas without feeling rushed. Off-season visits (spring or fall) offer a more relaxed experience overall.

Personal pizzas are reasonably priced for the interactive experience, and the location on Cottage Street in downtown Bar Harbor makes parking challenging during peak summer months,consider walking from your hotel or using nearby public lots. The restaurant can get warm near the wood-fired ovens during summer.

Open year-round, though Bar Harbor is significantly less crowded in fall, winter, and spring. Summer (June-August) brings the biggest crowds and longest waits. The warm wood-fired ovens make this an especially cozy spot during cooler Maine evenings in shoulder seasons.