We booked our whale watching excursion out of Orcas Island on 9/24/25, and it was an unforgettable experience. My wife and I had an absolute blast with Tiffany and Jarrett, who made the trip fun and memorable. We were lucky enough to see several orcas, including watching them feed from a distance and even breach the surface a few times. Truly a bucket list experience we’ll never forget, thank you!

My family booked a private whale watching tour and I could not have better things to say about this company! Drew & Sophia took us out - they were fun, professional, knowledgeable and super upbeat. We had an incredible time - we followed a pod of orcas for the majority of the trip - mind blowing! Sophia & Drew fielded a million questions from us and not once did we feel overbearing. Outer island excursions is HIGHLY recommended by us and we will definitely book again next time we are in the area. Definitely pack for the weather and plan to bring snacks if you need. Their shop also sells snacks and cold beverages. Our boat had a bathroom and I am unsure if all boats do so definitely ask! Some of our group was weary of the 4hr time frame and it blew by! It definitely did not feel too long - perfection all around!

Amazing experience, the crew and captain were very friendly and did everything to make it interesting and exciting for everyone. If you decide to go, be sure to dress warmly, it is very windy and cold. We saw whales and many other animals and birds, I will definitely come back with my children!

I took a trip after the summer season and it was an amazing experience! It was a bright and sunny day and the whales were plentiful! I highly suggest you visit Outer Excursions for whale watching among other excursions like bird watching! The crew was exceptionally knowledgeable about the marine life. I recommend this adventure for anyone looking for a fun time while visiting the Salish Sea!

I live on the Salish Sea and have seen more marine life from shore than I did on this tour. Yes, we technically did see whales — but they were very far away, visible for only about five minutes, and the experience felt strangely disconnected from nature. It was hard not to notice the irony of traveling so far out on a massive, noisy boat blasting repetitive music, only to see whales briefly from a distance. When we booked, the listing suggested a smaller boat, but we ended up packed onto a large vessel with far more people than expected. Between the crowding and the loud party atmosphere, it felt like the focus was on selling an experience rather than actually connecting with wildlife. Everything was an upsell — $10 for binoculars, $8 for parking, and additional charges onboard for even basic drinks, all on top of the $119 per person ticket. They even sold alcohol, which only added to the “party boat” vibe. There were three “Naturalists” on board, but most of their time was spent serving drinks. When they did share information, it was minimal and surface-level (“Look, that’s a sea lion”). The captain also came on near the end to suggest tipping the crew 20% of the ticket price — a strange request after such an underwhelming outing. As someone who spends a lot of time on the water and wanted to give my partner a meaningful wildlife experience, this was a big letdown. The whole thing felt loud, commercial, and out of step with the natural world we were supposedly there to appreciate. If you want a truly nature-centered and respectful encounter with marine life, I highly recommend Vancouver Island Whale Watch instead. Their tours are quiet, educational, and genuinely focused on the animals — you’ll 100% get what you pay for there. I’m adding an edit since the owner decided to respond to this post - check out the Glassdoor reviews if you are considering booking with this company. I deeply regret supporting this company and a person who treats their employees with such disregard. Also, knowing that there are safety issues with the boats makes me feel even worse about this entire experience.

A MUST DO activity for any trip to the San Juan Islands! We saw orcas, sea otter, seals, sea lions, eagle and enjoyed the cruise on the speedy and comfortable boat. The boat had large sliding flexiglas windows for a 360deg view while shielding you from the elements. Very cool. Captain Chaz and naturalist Sam were friendly and knowledgeable. The crew has great respect for the animals. A great family friendly experience for anyone who like nature and the sea!

My wife and I went on a bird watching tour with Trevor and Sophia and had a wonderful time. The weather didn't exactly cooperate, but the birds certainly did. We were able to see numerous Tufted Puffins as well as several other more common species. We even saw one of the two Otters that hang out around Smith Island having a bit of Lunch. Thanks the Trevor and Sophia for a great time and their expertise in getting us on the birds!!

Orcas Island is a favorite of ours. We visit at least once a year in February as a break from the winter weather at home. Most trips, we visit Rosario and the Mansion, because it is such a beautifuland historic spot. The Mansion changed hands a few years ago and another sale has just been completed. We are hopeful that will bring it back to the 5 star restaurant it should be. The main dining room has been closed for years, but is more impressive than the hallway where the restaurant serves these days. The food is still delicious, but the atmosphere and service have declined. Let's hope our next visit takes it back to the stellar level it should be.

Gorgeous views from the windows of the Rosario Mansion Restaurant, but nothing to write home about in terms of service. We stayed at the Rosario for a milestone wedding anniversary and made a reservation at the Mansion Restaurant for our anniversary dinner a month in advance of our stay. Staff made no mention of our celebration, and were at a bare minimum with interactions throughout our meal despite there being almost no other tables filled during the time we were dining. Never once asked if we enjoyed any of the 3 courses we ordered. We absolutely loved our stay on the island and will be back, but will not be dining at the Mansion Restaurant for a special dinner in the future. When spending $200+ on dinner, guests should be treated with service that equates to the cost, and special celebrations should be acknowledged - this is basic 101 hospitality knowledge. The menu had a great variety if you’re a meat eater. We opted to start with the Smoked Halibut Dip - wonderful comfort dip with great balance of fish, cheese, and herbs. Shared the Grilled Pear & Burrata Salad - oddly this salad had no grilled pears. We could not figure that piece out, but otherwise was a delicious salad. Both of us ordered the Brodetto di Pesce as our entree - if you don't love spice, do not order this pasta! Nowhere does the menu mention hot peppers/chili being used in the tomato & garlic sauce, but our mouths were on fire. A great variety of seafood in the pasta, but felt more like a soup than a seafood pasta. Overall, gorgeous presentation of food, but not worth the hype for the price and service.

We stumbled across this resort as we were planning on just fueling up our boat. We decided to get a slip and stay. This resort was quaint and relaxing. The history of this area is amazing- restaurant located inside the mansion museum. This restaurant was so good. They had the best crab cakes we had on the islands so far. The pork sliders were unlike any I have had. I had the salmon with bacon onion relish and my husband had the newyork strip steak. His brussel sprouts were slightly undercooked but overall the meal was still great. My meal was perfect. Gary was our waiter. He was pleasant and fun to chat with. The view was amazing.

Visiting Rosario was a step back in time for me as I had worked there back in the 60s. While there have been several additions that could have been better designed to fit the original architecture the place is still magnificent. The lodge has wonderful interior woodwork. The library with it's pipe organ is a grand place. The grounds looked great.

We've stayed at the Rosario Resort a number of times over the years. Generally good experiences. This time around staff went above and beyond to make mealtimes a positive experience. Staff were friendly and hard working. They were very understaffed for breakfasts, which impacted the timeliness of service, but that was at no fault of the servers. Food and drinks were good. Mostly pleased with our experience and applaud the serving staff and cooks for their dedication and care.

I have been coming here for years and now I like it even more. Their food and drinks seem to be better than before. The restaurant has a beautiful view of the bay. You can take a walk around the campus, look at the museum, and come in for a nice lunch/dinner or drink. They also offer a nice brunch. I stayed here many years ago and was not too impressed with the room because is pretty out of date, Look like an old apartment got converted into a resort. They do have a pretty nice balcony overlooking the bay and their outdoor heated pool is nice.

Wonderful food, service and ambiance. We had the crab cake benedict which we shared and it was perfect. This resort is 122 years old and is impeccably maintained. Food is on the pricey side, but is delicious.

Everything at Brown Bear is amazing, including the owners and staff. Recently gluten-free I found that they do offer a tasty gluten-free berry muffin and their Turtleback Trail cookie (wheat free) is memorable. Get them early, they sell out! A trip to Orcas Island isn't complete without visiting Brown Bear Bakery.

We visited Brown Bear every morning on our recent trip to Orcas. We particularly enjoyed the quiche and croque monsieur paired with a new pastry every morning. The garden is a lovely place to enjoy your breakfast, but we also found ourselves entranced at the small bar inside where you can watch the kitchen staff at work (where are my GBB lovers at?). It was a delight watching the bread being shaped, pastries filled and decorated, and the chaos of the kitchen executed like a dance. Both owners made a point of chatting with us and were extremely kind. We can’t fault such a lovely establishment and hope to return someday!

TLDR; the best croissant in Washington We came in a quick bite not expecting much but were absolutely blown away by how good the croissants and coffee is here. They’re the Goldilocks of croissants - just flaky enough, just buttery enough, just soft enough. I cannot tell you how hard it is to find one that checks all the boxes. We tried the plain croissant, ham and cheese croissant and the pain au chocolat- all of them were absolutely incredible. We tried the mocha (one iced and one regular) and that was super good too - not over sweet, no hint of bitterness, absolutely smooth and silky. There are lines to order throughout the day but thankfully they do move fairly quickly.

You step inside the rustic and welcoming bakery and you immediately feel warm and cozy. Then you wait in line to order, are immediately given the food items from your order so you can go find an open table to sit and eat… drinks are picked up at the far end of the bar. There is a small number of tables/seats inside… but a decent number of seats outside. Right by the cash register (that you order at) is a display of all the pastries, croissants, quiches, and croque options. The croque options here are unique in that they are open faced on one large slice of bread (rather than in sandwich form) and have roasted asparagus & no bechamel. There were three of us and we ordered the ham & leak quiches for dine in, and a couple pastries to enjoy after the quiche were finished and then also a couple things to go. I was very impressed by everything we got. The ham & leak quiche is rich & full of flavor but also still very light and delicate. The almond fruit crumble is amazing: it’s light, rich, but mildly sweet and the crumble topping is a nice addition of texture and savory sweet. The sides are kind of a cut off and toss though, as they are overcooked. I’d order a center piece on my next visit, rather than a border piece from the tray. The currant scone was also a big hit. The scone is very mildly sweet which is such a nice change from the overly sweet everything in America. There’s a sugar dusting on top which gives the scone a nice crunch and also just the right amount of sweetness to the treat. I would definitely come back to try other items and also to watch the baked goods being prepared and baked, as the kitchen is entirely open and in full view from anywhere inside the establishment. 11/10 recommend.

the pastries were amazing ! The latte was super disappointing. It was only one shot of espresso for a large lavender latte (watched them make them :/ ) and did not taste like lavender (or coffee) at all. All my friends who ordered lattes also felt it was just milk. Get the pastries, find coffee elsewhere !

Got a pain au chocolat and orange morning bun. Both were very dry and flavorless. The pain au chocolate had sooo much bread and two thin toothpaste strips of chocolate. Proportion of bread to chocolate was completely off. Orange morning bun was so dry. You know when you eat mediocre bread and think, “this is a waste of calories.” Well this is your place.

Quaint little cafe with delicious baked goods. The staff were all super friendly and decked out in rainbow tie dye shirts. Everything I tried (and I went there multiple times) was tasty. I particularly enjoyed the bear claw, savoury mushroom pasty, and the almond berry coffee cake. The lamination on the pastries was sublime, you can tell these guys know what they’re doing. I liked that they served the savoury pastries with a side salad. Coffee was great too. Limited indoor and outdoor seating available. There were long lines on the weekend.

Very nice selection of books, but the coffee shop was the star of the show for me. They have a unique offering of blended drinks with flavor combinations that think way out of the coffee box. I recommend the Hot Stella. Don't be afraid of the chipotle. It's just enough to balance the sweet cinnamon and maple with a hint of smokiness that leaves a little warm tingle in the back of your throat. Our group each ordered a different item and they all received rave reviews. I give it five beans!

Great coffee, super cute vibes! I love the selection of cards. Super cute!

Darvill’s Bookstore surrounds you with books and makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a different world. It beautifully combines a stunning ocean view with a great coffee experience, truly a magical spot.

The bookstore is really cute and offers a variety of great things to buy like a watercoloring set. Tucked away in the back is a cozy coffee shop serving top-quality drinks. The coffee is so delicious! Andrew is such a lovely and fun barista and he creates amazing coffees!

Perfectly curated, warm and inviting. Every time I come here I always find a whole pile of books I’m interested in that I never would have found otherwise. Anytime I enter another bookstore, I’m always disappointed it’s not more like Davil’s… This is a must stop when visiting Orcas island!

The local bookstore of my dreams! A little bit of everything book wise - even a few craft books, a section not often found in indy bookstores. Everything is very well displayed, easy to browse and very attractive. Good selection of cards, local products and gifts too. As if that wasn't enough, there's also a coffee bar with a view, nice seating, baked goods, super friendly staff and THE BEST VIEWS! It doesn't get any better than this. I'm moving in.

The shop is small, but it’s the good kind of small — cozy without being cramped, intimate without feeling cluttered. The floors are creaky wood, the walls are lined with shelves that go nearly to the ceiling, and there’s a soft indie playlist drifting in the background that somehow makes everything feel slower — in the best way. The selection is clearly curated with care. It’s not about overwhelming you with every title under the sun — it’s about guiding you gently toward something you didn’t know you were looking for.

Adorable cocktail bar! Great for a couples night out or small group. A great menu with lots of variety for everyone, and delicious unique house cocktails. Menu is seasonal so there will always be something new and interesting, but be aware that the drinks you see in pics online may no longer be on the menu! May be a wait in the winter since the interior is small. Highly recommend!

Great service and especially good drinks! The margarita was delicious! And the paper plane ✈️ hopefully we will be back soon!

Almost gave this place 1 star for ruining Manhattans for me. Guess I'll just have to travel 3 hours now to get my favorite cocktail.

Fantastic cocktails crafted by the owner Michael. Small and quaint space but perfect for our week night visit. You can tell this bar in a staple in the community. Lots of local knowledge was shared and really helped on our decisions for the orcas island. Highly recommend a visit here for high quality cocktails

Delicious end of Summer drinks - alcoholic and nonalcoholic! Indoor area super cozy for Fall and Winter.

I really loved the atmosphere, and the staff were so kind and friendly! I got the Mezze Plate (the menu changes tho) and they were happy to accommodate my allergy/vegan diet. Everything was amazing, and I could not get enough of the local rosemary and sea salt crackers! They might not always have vegan options, but they are kind and you should not hesitate to ask. 💗

Yum. The Barnacle’s drinks and snacks may hijack your dinner plans. You could end up having too many bites and heading out for ice cream after. The cocktails sparkle, the spreads impress, and the décor makes it feel like your coolest friend’s living room. They also provide games to unplug with loved ones. She’s a winner, baby!

We finally made. Our family of five dinned at Matia’s Kitchen. Everything was delicious. The staff was wonderful and walked us through all the items platted. Each one better than the other. The Mochi Potato Fries were my favorite then the prawns and sourdough toast was unexpected with multiple layers of texture and flavor. The artwork has inspired me to paint again. So happy to explore what Washington has to offer.

Good but nothing exceptional. Pork ragu rigatoni was mediocre. Prawn toast was pretty good but didn’t taste like prawn. Wine was amazing. Cocktails were interesting. My partner loved the clams although I thought they were a little flavorless. The baked potato ice cream was amazing! I’d come back just for that dessert.

We've been fortunate to eat at quite a few of the world's 3 star/Pellegrino list restaurants and Matia is right up there with the best of them. The food was absolutely fantastic, showcasing regional and hyper local ingredients, with some gorgeous global wine pairings. The service was on point, but also friendly and relaxed. The vibe is cool and the bar space is dark and sexy. 10/10 will go again.

Booked a reservation in the 21+ lounge for 4. Don’t be discouraged if it seems booked up online - we saw several people seated readily as walk-ins! All of our food choices were great and the service friendly and attentive!

We enjoyed the 10-course tasting menu for our anniversary dinner. The menu was very unique and inventive and a few of the dishes absolutely blew us away, but many left us a little confused. Platings were beautiful and thoughtful. The atmosphere is lovely, staff was kind and attentive, and sitting at the chefs table is entertaining. Many times the kitchen staff could hear us asking each other questions about what we were consuming and they were always happy to break down the dish again and give us extra info. It is spendy, but for a special occasion, this is a fun stop for an adventurous eater!

we had the most phenomenal meal last year on the cooks side. as a chef by trade i enjoyed chatting with them about the wine pairings (best i've ever had) and the food- and the food was delicious. this year we opted for the bar side and had the worst service i think i've had anywhere; drinks arrived 20 minutes after we finished eating- 45 minutes after ordering. and at the end asked if we wanted to order dessert drinks? well- no... the food was incredible as always. the chefs there are so very tuned in. drinks were not good. if the apps are too small for one person to eat one, the size of them should be increased; it was weird to order and be told i should order two of each. if you know the drinks in the bar are behind 40+ minutes, and you should know, consider offering your patrons complementary wine to sip with their meal- having room temp water with my food at a fine dining restaurant with a reservation.. and recieving them 20 minutes after we put our fork down should be an automatic comp. is there nobody else in the establishment who could make a drink or paying attention to help expedite the bartender? i would never make this sort of review but at this price point these sort of things are very basic and expected- the service and experience is the product. in the future, we'll stick to hanging out with the BOH staff who took care of us incredibly well, were friendly, versed, and down to earth.

Fantastic evening to celebrate my wife and I's wedding anniversary. Fizz, Cocktails, house salad, Washington State 🍷, vegetarian spaghetti and the local clams were outstanding. You must save room for the olive oil cake!! Service was spot on.

Good but nothing exceptional. Pork ragu rigatoni was mediocre. Prawn toast was pretty good but didn’t taste like prawn. Wine was amazing. Cocktails were interesting. My partner loved the clams although I thought they were a little flavorless. The baked potato ice cream was amazing! I’d come back just for that dessert.

We've been fortunate to eat at quite a few of the world's 3 star/Pellegrino list restaurants and Matia is right up there with the best of them. The food was absolutely fantastic, showcasing regional and hyper local ingredients, with some gorgeous global wine pairings. The service was on point, but also friendly and relaxed. The vibe is cool and the bar space is dark and sexy. 10/10 will go again.

We enjoyed the 10-course tasting menu for our anniversary dinner. The menu was very unique and inventive and a few of the dishes absolutely blew us away, but many left us a little confused. Platings were beautiful and thoughtful. The atmosphere is lovely, staff was kind and attentive, and sitting at the chefs table is entertaining. Many times the kitchen staff could hear us asking each other questions about what we were consuming and they were always happy to break down the dish again and give us extra info. It is spendy, but for a special occasion, this is a fun stop for an adventurous eater!

We had a phenomenal experience. The menu (which changes) is incredibly inventive (see sample menu posted). We were treated very well by our sever and all the staff. Our server had a masterful knowledge of the menu and answered our questions in a friendly and down to earth manner. The best way to enjoy the food is to order a number of plates and share. This is a high-end establishment best suited for couples or small groups of adults. We didn't drink, but the bar is super cool looking. Great menu, great atmosphere, great staff, great service.

Booked a reservation in the 21+ lounge for 4. Don’t be discouraged if it seems booked up online - we saw several people seated readily as walk-ins! All of our food choices were great and the service friendly and attentive!

we had the most phenomenal meal last year on the cooks side. as a chef by trade i enjoyed chatting with them about the wine pairings (best i've ever had) and the food- and the food was delicious. this year we opted for the bar side and had the worst service i think i've had anywhere; drinks arrived 20 minutes after we finished eating- 45 minutes after ordering. and at the end asked if we wanted to order dessert drinks? well- no... the food was incredible as always. the chefs there are so very tuned in. drinks were not good. if the apps are too small for one person to eat one, the size of them should be increased; it was weird to order and be told i should order two of each. if you know the drinks in the bar are behind 40+ minutes, and you should know, consider offering your patrons complementary wine to sip with their meal- having room temp water with my food at a fine dining restaurant with a reservation.. and recieving them 20 minutes after we put our fork down should be an automatic comp. is there nobody else in the establishment who could make a drink or paying attention to help expedite the bartender? i would never make this sort of review but at this price point these sort of things are very basic and expected- the service and experience is the product. in the future, we'll stick to hanging out with the BOH staff who took care of us incredibly well, were friendly, versed, and down to earth.

Fantastic evening to celebrate my wife and I's wedding anniversary. Fizz, Cocktails, house salad, Washington State 🍷, vegetarian spaghetti and the local clams were outstanding. You must save room for the olive oil cake!! Service was spot on.

Such a fun place with good food! We got the calamari, I got the crab melt, clam chowder and husband got the chicken pot pie. All the food was very delicious! I really loved the calamari! My husband also got the cream soda and loved it! Our server was super friendly - he called everyone “friend” and answered my silly questions about whales. It was a great experience and we even saw a sea lion! This place also accommodates larger groups! There was a group of 12 also in the restaurant. Not too loud!!

We hosted my Mom's 80th birthday here at lunch on a Monday. It was fantastic! The food was excellent, service wonderful and prices reasonable. We had 21 people and WHP handled it beautifully. I don't live on Orcas, but my mom does and they accommodated us beautifully.

Omg!! The best food and the service was so homey and friendly! Like I'd been going there for years and it was my first time. What a beautiful experience

Our lunch was so good we went back the next day for dinner. We had the calamari both days, one of the best calamari dishes I've ever had, and I order a lot of calamari. I had the cod fish and chips the first day and the honey crisp salad with blue cheese the next night. My mom had their crab melt for lunch and a fish salad for dinner, both meat, both delicious. Super friendly staff and great views.

You need to eat at The White Horse pub. Yes. If you are going to Orcas Island, you need to stop here for a meal or a drink. June 2025, on the island 3 nights, so far 2 meals at the White Horse. Chicken pot pie, fish and chips, Irish stew, bacon cheeseburger, fries, onion rings, salad. Could not have asked for better. Two different waiters. Both raised the bar on my standards. One more day on Orcas. One more meal at the White Horse. Did I mention the view?

White Horse is a solid dining option on the island. Our server was super friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere was very chill when we went in. Our drinks came out quick and were delicious, my Mango Tango Mule was well made. The food is great as well, it also arrived quick and was a perfect portion size for the price. The shepherds pie especially was very good. Music wasn't too loud to enjoy conversation, the place is interestingly decorated and has a very welcoming vibe overall. Definitely recommend for anyone visiting the San Juans!

We went on the reviews of others that the fish and chips was so good. Maybe for Eastsound? Fish was overly battered and greasy. Fries were cold. Drinks were good and the highlight of this place is the view. I wouldn't recommend the food or the marginal service but for a drink and watch the cove, delightful.

This is probably the best pizza in the San Juan Islands! Super-thin crust topped with delicious creamy cheese is amazing! I also had their pea hummus and Gouda sandwich with ham, and it tasted amazing! The ham was a little stringy, almost like undercooked bacon, but otherwise was great! Definitely recommend this place for an upscale lunch/dinner!

Local place for comfort eats. Has al forno oven, is also a wine shop, and has a combination deli, bakery, kitchen shop next store.

The Cucumber side is delish a dose of spice with the crisp of cucumber add in a touch of tart with the Champagne vinegar. The English Pea Hummus Sandwich is mouth watering!!! The bread adds crunch to complement the smooth hummus. Went back two times in a row it was so good!!

Delicious food and friendly second. The clam pasta and the pie were really good.

We came here for lunch on the recommendation of a friend, and the food was very good. The bakery is attached to the restaurant portion, and it makes for a nice ambience. However, both my wife and I felt there was a marked vibe of pretentiousness. While the food was good, our server took our order, delivered our food, and we never saw her again. Another server delivered the check. In fairness, they are hiring for new servers, so perhaps they were just understaffed. The ingredients appear to be locally sourced, and they have some unique offerings. If you are into upscale dining, you may enjoy eating here. We just felt the place was a bit "stuffy" in an island location where laid back and amiable, even if upscale, appears to be more of the norm.

Great food and friendly staff. They surprised us with some kid friendly options for our four year old which was great. He inhaled the butter noodles with parmesan. The pizza was delicious and my wife's blt looked really good. I'd definitely come back again.

Love it, high quality food. I go here every time I'm on Orcas. Down side can be price- $9 for a small slice of Pumpkin pie feels unreasonable... also, I can't be positive, but I think I got food poisoning from the last time I ate there..,my group shared meals except for what I got from Roses and I'm the only one that got sick 🤢.

We had a 6 PM reservation Saturday in June that happened to coincide with the high school graduation. We saw there were several families dining together. We were seated outside pretty swiftly, but it took quite some time for the servers to even bring us water and then chips & salsa. We do understand it was a busy weekend and evening, so no worries! When the food was delivered, it was absolutely worth it - as my salad with grilled chicken was absolutely delicious. Very fresh ingredients and the chicken had a delightful flavor. My husband enjoyed his tacos meal as well. For the food - this is a definite go-to! Just make sure you make a reservation (as during our stay they were quoting one hour wait to walk ups) and if it is a busy evening, just be a little patient with service.

Food was mediocre. Decorations were nice, and the place was clean. But when I paid, the screen pushed me to tip 18%, 22%, or 25%. Thankfully, I always carry cash to tip based on service. In this case, there wasn’t any. I got my own chips, silverware, water, and food. I even bussed my own table. The cashier took orders while eating on a stool. I might come back if they offered real table service. Your business model is your choice—but prompting for a tip when you don’t actually serve people? That’s just wrong.

Absolutely delicious food! The wait staff was excellent, and the menu was full of interesting dishes. I ordered the short ribs in mole sauce. My party of four came near dusk and was sat outside at their beautiful patio area. Because it was near closing time when we have received our food the patio area was dark. The umbrellas we were under lacked any lighting which made the eating experience a bit of a trust fall. My party turned on their phone lights to be able to see our food which was more fun for us than anything else but some might want to sit inside if it's getting dark outside. All in all though four stars!

Our server was able to share her preferred enchilada for me and it was delicious. We enjoyed their guacamole and drinks and had a delightful time. Our 2nd time enjoying this establishment over our last couple of visits to the island. Never disappoints. Highly recommend, but we lucked out not needing a reservation.

We arrived at our reservation time, but had about a 10 minute wait while hostess showed other customers tables in the back. After that delay, service was quite fast. We've been here before and noticed that the table Salsa recipe has changed, which is a shame. The old recipe was very good, but this new one we left pretty much untouched. I tried the beef short ribs for the first time. Although the amount of beef you get for the price, seems pretty small, the entire dish was attractive and all the components very tasty. My wife ordered the Carne Asada and there was a better portion of beef and it was one of the best carne asadas we've ever had. The marinade was spot on and it was very tender. Margaritas here are also excellent. Everything here is priced pretty high for a Mexican eatery, but of course, they are "island prices". Over the years, we've eaten at numerous Mexican restaurants (lived in Texas for 20 yrs) and I'm glad that we have one on the island with such good food...even at the cost.

The only vegan options were tacos or enchaladas, which can usually be made deliciously vegan in most Mexican restaurants. However, they use chicken broth here in the rice, so the enchaladas I got only had slices of poblano peppers wrapped in a tortilla, nothing else. There were also only two very tiny enchaladas surrounded by a thin layer of black beans and sauce. I felt only half full. The plate cost $22.5 even before tax and tip. On the bright side, the taste was OK, the chips and salsa were complementary. For hungry vegans, I'd recommend somewhere else more substantial.

Nothing can go wrong at this venue. Fun, local vibe. Friendly staff. Lomo de Puerco and Pollo al carbon is our usual go to and their mesquite spice is to die for! And chips are always served warm. I enjoy eating out in their lovely courtyard in the summer time as the indoor seatings can get really cozy. They are almost always busy throughout the year and reservations are highly recommended. Food is 9 out of 10 times amazing but I've had inconsistent meals a few times in the past.

What a charming pottery nested in the dense trees of Orcas Island. Had a great time exploring the designs and learning about the art of pottery making. They also have a dreamy tree house that can’t be missed.

WORTH THE RIDE DOWN THE ROAD! Many local artists represented in one beautiful location, thus a big variety of pottery styles and objects. All price points, a great place for gifts (including for oneself ).

What a magical place! After you have found your way through the magical forest, pottery awaits! Beautifully crafted and displayed in a magical garden, this place is your one stop shop for any kind of unique clay. It is one of our favorite places to go on Orcas. The artists working and living there are great to chat with and you feel as though you’re on hallowed ground when visiting.

✨ Five Stars Isn’t Enough! ✨ I am absolutely over the moon with my experience at Orcas Island Pottery! Twenty years ago, when my husband and I got married, we had a custom, one-of-a-kind set of dinner plates, bowls, and ao much more made for us by Sid, the incredibly talented owner. We originally ordered 16, knowing that over time, a few might break. After two decades of daily use, we were down to 11 dinner plates - and I reached out hoping it might be possible to recreate the same special pattern. Not only did they say yes, but they truly went above and beyond. With their new kiln and Sid’s expert craftsmanship, they were able to create a beautiful new set of eight dinner plates that match the originals perfectly. The plates are absolutely stunning—elegant, meaningful, and filled with care. I’m beyond grateful to have these pieces back in our home, full of memories and ready for new ones. Thank you, Sid, and everyone at Orcas Island Pottery, for your incredible work and heart. 💙 We couldn’t be happier!

Beautiful pottery, great variety- something for everyone and a lovely garden too.

It's an incredible place with very nice pottery pieces.

Well off the beaten path, this gallery on the northwest shore of Orcas Island showcases the works of potters throughout the Pacific Northwest of the US. There are styles and glazes to satisfy everyone. Don't miss place!

My go to spot for hiking on orcas. I always start at the south trailhead and head to orcas knob and back for a moderate hike with lovely views.

Most hikers start at The Old Schoolhouse on the Crow Valley road. It's a steady climb to about 1000' on a narrow gravel road. There are two overlooks before the final destination at Turtle Head. The first at about 30 minutes out, is the Crow Valley Overlook. Mt. Constitution, the airport, and Sucia Islands are in full view. Next is the Waldron Island Overlook, at about an hour out. There is a clear view of the Canadian Gulf Islands. Finally, Turtle Head overlooks the San Juan Islands, Whidbey, and the Olympics.

Great trails, some steep but plenty clear, nice view points, you could spend a day here if you wanted. Even days of the month bikes are allowed on trials, odd days of the month horses are allowed on the trails. We didn't know that and got lucky with our bikes on an even day. Hope this helps and happy hiking!

So beautiful here and there's many hikes you can do. There's a South entrance and a North entrance respectively. Different areas of Deer Harbor Rd & Crow Valley Rd for hiking without State Park fees. These hikes are steep so get poles or a hiking stick and good hiking boots for these hikes. You will run into locals on these trails and they're very friendly.

Beautiful, well-preserved trail system. The walk to the lookout from the south trailhead is really short (but pretty steep) so you can get to the view fast!

It was a decent trail. It's quite the uphill walk though. The view at the top is pretty good and they even have a couple benches to rest at and take the view in. There was a honey bucket at the beginning of the trail which is nice for the ladies.

What an absolutely gorgeous mountain! I did the South Trailhead hike and took the Raven Ridge Trail. OH MY WORD. It was beautiful the entire way but there was snow and hardly a soul around! The serenity amongst the snow and the trees was a spiritual experience.

The biscuits on the sandwiches are SO GOOD. The coffee was great and the patio seating is so cozy and pretty! Service was prompt and friendly. Can’t wait to go back.

Super cute place with amazing food, great coffee, and excellent customer service. Highly recommend. We sat at at outdoor cafe table and enjoyed a yummy oat dirty chai, americano, the Benedict and and substituted the ham for veggie sausage. All great!

I definitely recommend stopping here. The first time I went the baked goods were sold out but the second time I went a little earlier in the day and the cold case had such amazing looking baked goods I had to try one of strawberry cupcakes which was absolutely insane! Chocolatey and fresh fruit! The breakfast sandwiches on the homemade biscuits are unforgettable! It’s a must try! Homemade meals make the island what it is!

Loooong line and pretty pricey for an egg sandwich but it was excellent. The biscuits are flakey and buttery and we enjoyed a soft scone too

This was our first stop on Eastsound. It was a great welcome. I got a chai latte (delicious!) and breakfast sandwich. They had a vegetarian sausage patty and it was such a nice touch. I love when places offer that option. They had delicious looking pastries but we didn’t get any this round. They have some cute items for sale around the shop (great ideas for gifts). And there is plenty of seating outside in their little courtyard. The food came out quickly and the people working were friendly.

This place is fantastic! The food is great, especially the sandwiches and pastries—they’re fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The seating area is cute and cozy, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make you feel welcome, which adds to the overall experience. The store itself is charming, with lots of awesome items to browse and buy, making it more than just a cafe. I’ll definitely be coming back for both the food and the delightful atmosphere. Highly recommended!

Had the biscuit breakfast sandwhich a few days ago and haven’t been able to stop thinking about it since. I’ve brought it up to my boyfriend possibly 20 times since our visit just to say “I can’t stop thinking about that breakfast sandwhich”. I cry knowing that I left the island and can’t get it everyday. The lattes were also very good.

Nice little lunch spot right in downtown Eastsound. We happened to get recommendations from locals about the secret menu, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. I think we stopped three days in a row for the drunken noodles. Patio could use some umbrellas when it’s nice and sunny as we roasted most days, but really we cant complain because the food is delicious!

The food was crazy good!! Loved the staff,the vibes and especially the music!!(frank ocean btw) i was expecting a nice cute average sized sandwich but ohh boy the fried chicken sandwich!! Thats a big boy😂 it was super delicious + juicy+ crunchy it was packed!! And yesss it was still cute but super fullfilling😌🔥i will be back again prolly for a rice meal and something !!

We were blown away by this place. It's a small hole in the wall spot tucked in a very touristy part of town, but they made some amazing noodle dishes! The bulgogi beef was tender and flavorful and the drunken noodle dish my wife had was spectacular. Great food that really surprised me! Check them out

If the West Side Kitchen was a musical artist, I’d pay premium big bucks just to be in the nosebleeds. I’m a fanatic. I swore off spending for a while once, but broke in honor of their beef bulgogi. They’re consistent, fresh, kind, and quick given the volume. Lots of fun beverages and snacks, great music, and overall their love for what they do is reflected in the food. I want to eat a bahn mi or drunken noodle as I write this. Don’t miss this.

Very popular & busy place; people are lined up before it opens & they can run out of food choices. Seasonal menu: ordered the karaage rice bowl, miso tahini salad with tofu & smoked short rib sando. All were good but the meats were a little dry. Friendly service & they were patient as we contemplated on what to order. The counter area has cute Asian themed snacks for sale as well.

The best restaurant on Orcas! Amazing service and amazing food. My favorites are the Bun Cha salad and the spicy thai salad. I also love the beef bulgogi. Definitely check this place out!

Ok, the main cook smashes it and the menu totally kicks assssss. LA vibe on the flavors and a very solid meal. They made me a sando right at closing cause they are also nice people. Big love for these guys. Best Orcas eats by FAR

Came here while visiting Orcas Island and ordered the brown bear bread, salmon, and scallops. The bread basket was very good, fresh local bread made down the street, highly recommended for an appetizer. Salmon with lentils was good. Lentils and mushrooms were cooked very well. My only complaint is the salmon was a little dry and the cucumber sauce on top didn't add much to it, could have added more flavor to it. The scallops were cooked very well, nice and tender but not overcooked. Mushrooms tasted great and seared nicely. Mashed potatoes were decent. Overall a good spot for dinner, expect good food but nothing over the top. Tab bit expensive as well, for two people ended up being over $100.

The scallops were some of the best we've ever had and we had tried a lot. The beet salad was killer and the truffle fries were good as well! Alex was a fantastic server! We almost got married here many years back and tried this restaurant and loved it, it's still just as good! Best we've had on orcas of 3 fancy dinners. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance! The old fashioned and the wine were top notch!

While this is beautiful space with a cross-street view of the water and warm ambiance, I’ve found the food, service and wait times inconsistent. The food has been reliably good, and I’ve returned back for their burger sliders and truffle fries. That said, on multiple occasions, I’ve waited for over 20 minutes for a server and 45 minutes to an hour for food. The servers were slightly apologetic on both occasions, but forgot a friend’s gluten free biscuit entirely - twice. They gave us a free waffle, but, y’know… gluten. (I ate it, however — very good.)

Had reservations for a party of 3. We were sat at our table without wait. The interior is minimally decorated, clean and bright and has a little bit of a south of France vibe. The view of the water across the street is very serene. Our server was quick to greet us and return with our ordered iced teas. The tea was wonderful. I believe it was an iced oolong black tea. For appetizers, we ordered two Caesar salads and a French onion soup. Caesar salads come with anchovies so make sure to ask for them to be held if you’re not a fan like us. They were lightly tossed in the creamy Caesar dressing and very tasty. The onion soup was probably in my top 2 best onion soups I’ve ever had, with the only one that was better being in Paris. Then, for mains, we had the Scallops Entree & two of the Beef Short Rib Ragu Pasta. My husband absolutely loved the scallops. The pasta was nice but nothing particularly amazing. One of the two identical ordered pasta dishes was a nice portion. The other (mine) seemed about 2/3 the size of the other. Weird. We also had a side of polenta. That was a tasty addition and the preparation was skillfully executed. For desserts, we ordered two of the Lemon Bars and a Horchata Sorbet. The lemon bars were okay. They were kind of room temp/warm… but it didn’t feel like they were intentionally tepid just kind of left in a warm kitchen on the counter and naturally came up in temp. Couldn’t tell you for sure, though. The pickled blueberries were are odd addition and I didn’t think they really worked with the lemon bar. The horchata sorbet had a nice flavor except it was drizzled with a hot honey garnish that was exceedingly spicy. I am a huge fan of spice (think thai spicy) but this was too much for me. It tasted like someone accidentally added way too much chili oil to it and decided not to remake it to a pleasant level. It kind of burned my tongue (from the small spoonful of my friend’s that I sampled) as well as his and was a pretty unpleasant way to finish the dining experience. Overall it was a nice enough experience but I’d probably not return considering the items that didn’t pass with flying colors and that the experience was about $230 check with no alcohol even in the total.

Such a lovely breakfast experience❣️ The biscuits and gravy were delish, the drip coffee was the best I've had at a restaurant with their selection of oat milk and maple syrup. Our waitress was awesome!! O yea, can't forget the nice view of the bay from our seat. Highly recommend this place!

We came here for brunch while staying on the island. It's inside one of the hotels. It's a very cute space. We went on a Friday morning and were seated right away. We had a nice view of the town and even the water from our seat. Everyone was super friendly and the service was great. We had coffee and it was always refilled and hot. The food was also delicious. I'd definitely recommend and hope to come back soon.

We ordered wild mushroom Benedict, which was to die for! Extremely good potatoes and must order chicken sausage! Beautiful location and great food!

We love Island Hopping Brewery. The owners are especially welcoming and helpful. I swear their best gets better and better with each new variety. Food is great, but basic snack stuff, such as cheese, crackers, and cured meats. Bring your own food. Super dog and family friendly.

A great local brewery with some very good brews. Nice little menu to grab a bite or bring a lunch and enjoy inside or out. Friendly staff, welcoming environment and a great place for a brew and a break.

World class food & beverages, exceptional staff, and wonderful live music most weekends! Highly recommend!

Excellent afternoon stop. I had the IPA and ISA and I liked them both. We also had the cheese plate as a snack which was great. Local cheeses, very good, adults and kids devoured. They also have a selection of non-alcoholic including kombuchas. Cute outdoor beer garden.

Such an awesome little brewery!! A total locals place with delicious beer and food (the smoked salmon and cheese are insanelyyy good)! Cali was the Beertender and she was so sweet, knowledgeable and fun to talk too!! There’s a room on the side that’s super private and great if you have a few dogs with you, tons of outdoor seating as well. Definitely will be coming back next time we are on Orcas :)

If you're not a local, this isn't your place. We felt very unwelcome when coming to check out the beer selection. So much so, we didn't stay. The music that was playing was a fun vibe though.

Great local brewery on Orcas Island. Bartender was super friendly and the place was a mix of locals and visitors. Beer were varied and well crafted.

Ice cream was absolutely delicious!!! The waffle cone was a bit crispy but tasted great still. Long wait (30-40 min) but worth it.

The best waffle cone I’ve had in my life (no exaggeration). You could smell them from several blocks away. I can only speak to the coffee + cookies flavor ice cream but it was delicious and they also had seasonal options. Pricy, but it’s homemade ice cream on an island and it didn’t stop us from going back the next day. There were some good candles for sale also!

Very nice ice cream shop on Orcas; flavor full and creamy; I had the sea salt caramel and I have to say one of the best I have tasted; daughters had the London fog which she liked a lot also They give you paper scoops which is cool; only thing is that they charge extra for non cash!! Who carries cash these days!!

Cute, quaint ice cream parlor! Busy at the end of the day but the staff absolutely rocked it. Fresh, crisp waffle cones and delicious ice cream

The matcha almond ice cream was delicious. They've also got a ton of stickers for sale if you like to colelct those.

We loved all the flavors we had and would recommend this place to any friend visiting the island! We were pleasantly surprised they had sugar free options (the vanilla was delicious) and their chocolate was exceptionally creamy and thick. Great ice cream, great service, great prices, can’t ask for any better!

One of the most creamiest and smoothest ice creams I’ve had. Enjoyed it a lot as I went back the next day after our hike. First time got two scoops with the waffle cone and their vanilla was really outstanding. One of the best vanilla ice creams I’ve had in recent times.

I was a little disappointed with the food here. The menu was small, and underwhelming, so one would think, if a restaurant has a small menu, they must make those items extremely well, and super tasty. Well, that wasn’t the case. My wife had the biscuits and gravy, which had almost no flavor at all, it was so bland it had to be covered with salt and pepper to even be enjoyable. The bacon was soggy, and not appetizing. I had the Nacho Papa, which was definitely better than the biscuits and gravy, but still wasn’t that good. Overall, pretty disappointed with Mia’s, the service was great, but hopefully they can bring some life back to the menu.

It was good food, had the same experience with the portabella mushroom, no meat? The server quickly got me another patty and it was amazing. There servers were kind of awkward and the water was Luke warm? Locals recommend and they were at least open.

Came here at Sunday lunchtime; super busy, but staff was pleasant and helpful. I had the Turkey Melt and my wife had the House Burger; both were really good. Great American Bistro style food. Found out the restaurant has new ownership as of May 2019 and is in the process of changing the name from Mia's to Luna's, so don't be confused by signage in the meantime. Still a really nice place to eat in downtown.

Delicious local food, excellent breakfast

Fantastic food and cheerful service. Eat here!

Service was horrible, no signs indicating which portion of the dining room is open or closed. Sat down and observed other couples come in and waitress acknowledged them. Asked the waitress for menus and she told us we were sitting in the closed portion. When we asked why the water pitchers were topped off and on the table, she was rude and frank in her reply to us. So we move to the portion that was open only to get ignored by her as she was serving the other two groups who came in after us. She completely ignored us as she walked by us several times to serve the other group. I can understand her attitude to a degree if we were unbearable or rude, however we asked her a simple question and that was how she treated us. Being an Orcas resident for some time now and knowing how hard it is to make a decent wage here you would think she would appreciate her job along with try a little harder with her customer service skills. I along, with my family, will not be back and I will be taking to social media about my experience here.

Food was tasty, yet we felt it was a little overpriced and the burger came with no fries. Salad portion was too small for the price but idk maybe it's a healthy place. To enter the bathroom you have to carry a ladle attached to a key which I felt was pretty smart considering they have already lost four keys. Seemed like there was little variety in the menu but they only showed us the lunch menu. We felt a little judged by one of the waitresses but tbh I was being a little snotty. But she seemed really nice. I'm writing this review waiting an hour in line for the ferry departing the island so I'm being very nit picky cause I'm bored. Place was pretty good actually

The halibut fish and chips were the best I have ever had! Fresh, light, and crispy. My company had the fish and salmon sandwiches. These were excellent as well. The reason I knocked a star off as I felt the price was high for the serving size and I left feeling a little incomplete. The view of the water and islands was spectacular.

Great location, food was ok. The Fish & Chips Cod was very good. Pan Fried Oysters I was not a fan… The view is very nice. The local beer Lager was awesome. Enjoy the views on the island. …

Such a cute little place with a great view. The salmon was definitely wild caught and delicious. The Caesar salad was fantastic! The sauce with the crabcakes was pretty sweet, which I wasn’t expecting, but I actually wound up dipping it in my extra Caesar dressing and I liked it a lot.

First time here for their fish sandwich and fish taco. Great food and views! Enjoyed our lunch very much!

Great customer service. From the entrance, restaurant personal great you with a great attitude. The quality of the food is great too. Will come back to this place for sure!

The service is amazing, the food and drinks were even better. Recommended sitting out on the porch to take in the bay views. Josh and Cyrus are exceptional

Phenomenal experience from top to bottom. These guys were busy but the wait staff found a way to fit us in at the bar. Short tap list but excellent beers and very attentive service. The food is mind-blowingly good. The flavors pop and are perfectly balanced. Portion sizes are about perfect. Would come back here in a heartbeat.

I could smell the pizza from far away. Once we got there we were happy to see that vegan cheese was on the menu. So we order a vegan cheese with mushrooms. The pizza took about 30 minutes to make because they make it from scratch. Talk about quality!!!! It’s totally worth the wait. We took it to go since we had our pup with us and their outdoor space said no doggos, but no big deal. The pizza was delicious. I was really impressed with how tasty the sauce was. The dough was nice and light. I would definitely go back again! If you are visiting and are in search for some vegan (and non vegan) pizza this is the place to go!!!

Pizzeria located upstairs in a cool looking place. Unfortunately the pizza is way overpriced and the medium we got would have been small anywhere else. We got a vegetarian pizza and had so few veggies. Taste was good but prices and portions are not worth it. Friendly staff.

Affordable and family friendly! Love that you can order 1/2 pizzas so we were able to try 4 different ones! Two large pizzas fed 5 of us with a half pizza leftover!!! 😱 would definitely eat here again!

Portofinos is the best pizza place in the San Juan islands, let alone Orcas island. The ingredients are locally sourced and taste phenomenal! The folks working here are super friendly and will customize your order however you can dream of. Will continue being a customer for life without a doubt. Try The Portuguese if you're a meat lover, incredible!(its the pizza in my pictures)

Delayed service, took 30 mins for the pizza while 5 people who came after me still got their huge party orders ready. Very rude owner!

This place is upstairs and it has amazing view from the patio.They have good Sandwich options it's same as pizza, if you are solo traveler or want to variety of things..it's good..they are open for longer time that other stores. The sell frozen food too. hardworking and kind staff.

I write reviews only if something is really positive or really negative.. This was really negative. We arrived around 6:45 to find the dining room closed- take out only. While waiting for our pizza, we saw a stack of dirty pizza boxes sitting on a table near the register. I don’t know how long they’d been there, but while we were there, it was 20 minutes before someone took them away. We got a 1/2 & 1/2 pizza. we were very clear what we wanted, and the person taking the order repeated it back to us. We didn’t get what we ordered and paid for things we didn’t get! The pizza was very blah and the sauce tasted like it plain tomato sauce straight from the can. unfortunately we were already far away by the time we realized this. If you choose to go here, make sure to check your order carefully before you leave. I’m writing this in hopes the owners will take this into account and make some changes for the better.

Drove through but didn't check out the inside. I just liked the artwork in the parking lot. I would love to check out a show here next time on I'm the island.

This small town theater makes local productions look and feel like a Broadway show! An amazing staff and production team contributes to outstanding shows that are always on their schedule. The art gallery in the Madrona Room is sublime as well! I love this theater!!!

I didn't see a show. But I went in and checked out the art work it was cool!! The staff.. The lady at the front desk.. She was new to the island, but she was super nice!!! And super helpful, hmm I give her 2 thumbs up!!!

Took classes from the Orcas Dance Collective located at the Orcas Center. Chelsea, the teacher I had, is incredibly knowledgeable and has a clear passion for spreading the joy of dance to her students both young and old. Childrens classes are equally fun and engaging, the kids were so happy and creative!

Great yin yoga class on Saturdays!

Classic auditorium that provides the arts & culture. My daughter has taken multiple dance classes here. Great rotating art on the walls. Very popular for locals who want to get out to see a play.

Beautiful venue. Not a bad seat in the house. Great productions all year round. Look out for Northwest Ballet Theater's 'Dracula' coming November 1st, 2013.

Definitely a beautiful park! It was very nicely sized with small agility items for dogs to play with. It was also fully fenced with a double gate for safety.

Excellent dog park! It’s huge! Both sides have ample space and lots of chuck its and balls so you don’t need to bring your own! Super nice Orcas residents as well!!

One of the best dog parks I’ve ever been. Big, has water.

Huge dog park that is well kept, with clean water and plenty of room to roam. Love that they have so many trees, rocks, and large logs for pups to play with.

A nice large open space. With wonderful animals and people.

Great park with friendly people and great dogs. Lots of room to run, with a separate space for smaller pups (if they prefer). Only the bestest dogs are allowed here, which is pretty great. It's not posted or anything... You can just tell - they're all the bestest. 😊

Awesome park. Friendly locals, tons of toys, bag dispenser, and chuck its available for people to use so they don't have to bring their own. Small dog park adjacent. Wide open spaces, some trees, big rocks, lots of interest for dogs of all kinds. 10/10

What a nice market with fresh produce offerings, local artist pieces and food stalls. A great local event that is welcoming to visitors. A fun place to have a picnic or listen to music.

Its cute. But mostly vendors and food. Not a lot of farmers. Couldnt find fruit!

Locally grown food from Orcas Island farms. A vendor spinning wool from her farm's sheep. The historical museum is fantastic, opens at 11am. Live folk music. Family-friendly affair!

Good food, fun atmosphere, lots of local vendors like, Bossey's feltworks, and Iland Thyme.

So many different vendors and options! All local food and art. The people are so nice and everything is high quality. Get some fresh oysters to munch on as you wander around and you won't be disappointed.

This market rocks! So many places to eat. We enjoyed the mushroom grilled cheese sandwich which I’ll remember forever.

Probably the most fun thing I do all year. Especially on Solstice weekend. And the parade. And the music. And so many happy gorgeous people.at the Market. Thank you Eastsound.

A cute little museum outlining the history of orcas Island. It largely talks about settlement on the island. They also have some scavenger hunts for kids. Plan to spend anywhere between 15 to 60 minutes at the museum, depending on your interests.

Great little museum that shows local history. Entry was by donation and had a lot of neat artifacts inside. Highly recommend

Great little island museum with lots of good history. Worth a stop but note that days open are limited so plan accordingly.

So many amazing authentic lodges, interesting artifacts, and very helpful descriptions. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Their garden and gift shop are adorable. A must see if you’re on the island!

Interesting look at early settlers/white euro homestead cabins. Minimal info and some displays are not terribly coherent, however the cabins themselves are quite impressive. Good for a local historical museum.

Compact museum with 100+ year old cabins full of artifacts. Lots of great information on Orcas Island history.

Lovely little museum with a lot of interesting history .

I've both been to the Orcas tasting room and ordered their wine regularly. First, the quality of the wine is fantastic. I'm personally partial to their pinot noir rose which is a perfect bottle for the summer. Second, their staff is incredible. Knowledgable, kind, and just generally great. I've seen them throw in extra bottles for large orders during the pandemic and just generally been amazing. If you are on orcas, go visit them. If you're in Seattle and looking for good wine to make it through the pandemic, order from them!

The tasting room on Orcas Island is a must do! They have wonderful tastings and pairing with cheese as well. We really enjoyed our visit and definitely will be back

The Orcas Project is an interesting concept in wine making. We were intrigued and the five members of my COVID pod decided to try it. We all went for the $23/person five wine tasting. We also purchased six bottles of wine. The wine quality was just ok. None of the wines we tasted were particularly good or particularly bad. Unlike most every wine tasting we have been to elsewhere, the tasting fee is not waived or reduced with purchase. So we ended up paying a significant amount of money to taste some mediocre wines. Granted it is in a remote location on an island where costs are generally higher than elsewhere.

Great wine selection to taste as well as tons of other bottles to choose from!

Really good wines with knowledgeable staff. You can't go wrong with the quality and assortment.

Super knowledgeable, friendly staff helped us pick a few great bottles

Great fun doing the wine tasting. The Orcas Project is such a cool idea! You get access to a collection of wines by great local wine makers. The shop is really fun with some excellent curated international wines. We were looking for a Pinot Noir (Burgandy) to cook a boeuf bourguignon and found a great French wine.

Stumbled in during a tasting event, and we had to partake. The wine choices were great and well varied, and the staff was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their wine offerings. The tables and space inside was also very nice, and we chose a bottle to buy that was our favorite from the tasting. Highly recommend stopping by!

Fantastic wine, great tunes and very helpful and knowledgeable staff

Daym good place to visit, get recommendations, have tastings and drink their incredible wines. There was a Rose one with a beautiful label. Anything from, “The Orcas Project,” I HIGHLY recommend. My friend left our precious bottle behind when we were trying on clothes. We had to go back and pick up another bottle there was no way we were going to leave Orcas island without it. We almost missed our ferry. Again, no regrets. Best 75 bucks I’ve spent on wine. I hope whoever found it had the best day ever and also writes a review. Please hurry up and open up your new location soon. I stopped drinking and I’m only saving my libation indulgences for your product. I came here after a beer tasting event and immediately fell in love with the lovely person selling it. She gave us 10% off, but the refreshing taste sold us immediately.

Great selection of wines in all price points! The husband and wife owners are incredibly knowledgeable and so warm and inviting. The Orcas Project wine makes great gifts or souvenirs from your trip. We can't wait to go back!

Had a great time visiting this shop earlier today!! A dynamic husband and wife team own this quaint little shop and make the wine experience fun and informative. There is a little wine tasting stand. The walls are lined with wine bottles, most of which I'd not seen before and the cooler has a decent selection of craft beers. Certainly a fun place to pop into while exploring Eastsound.

The owner went above and beyond to accommodate us after we found out their wine tasting session was full. As we were walking away, he tracked us down in the courtyard and treated us to a special tasting. We tasted the local Orcas Project wine, all of which we enjoyed. The Doe Bay Wine Company customer service was exceptional, a must try!

Small shop with a great variety of wine. It was fun to have a tasting here and spend some time talking to those more knowledgeable to learn more about wine. They were very approachable and did not treat us in a belittling way at all for asking questions from being ignorant about the wine world.

Family went here after getting off the ferry. We were seated quickly. Our server (sub in)was funny and had great hospitality with answering any questions we had,and her son finished off being our server for the night he was just as nice. We ordered and rated out of 10 next to(pictured) classic tavern burger 8, halibut and coleslaw 8(coleslaw a little too dry), patty melt 9, dip burger 9(amazing au jus flavor), patty melt 8.

Delicious fish and chips, and the salmon burger was great too. Very welcoming, and quick service! The pool table is a nice touch too.

We came in and were immediately greeted and got a seat. The staff were all friendly and very chill, the food came out quick and was delicious. My BBQ Dip burger was very good, the fries were great, and the chicken tenders were incredible. This is a great bite of food on the island, definitely worth checking out!

Decent food at reasonable prices. The fries were great! But it's really the staff that made this place shine. Not only was every single person we interacted with kind but they were all really funny too. Very cheeky. Charming atmosphere.

From the reviews, this place should be much better. Food was average, fries were cold. Service was just ok but the server had the whole place with no help so I'll throw her a bone. Good cider and beer but that was about the extent of the good. Disappointed and would not recommend.

Classics tavern / bar with a good selection of beer and ale. The 1/3 lb burger comes on a brioche bun. Really nice with a pint of porter.

Mostly come here for Friday night karaoke. It's usually too loud to have a conversation but the karaoke is a lot of fun and the atmosphere is great. Don't come here expecting liquor though. Beer only.

Great spot for brunch after the ferry. I got the bacon and cheese omelette- which was enormous and amazing!! Great hash browns! My husband got the waffle, bacon and refried beans! He loved his meal and the beans had a really good flavor! We had to wait about 15 minutes but worth it! It is a very small place. Solid service!

Island Skillet was recommended to me by one of my friends and it did not disappoint! We ended up eating here for breakfast/lunch 2 days in a row. The ham and cheese omelette was good overall. It was very cheesey but the eggs were a little overcooked. It came with a side of hash browns which were perfectly crunchy on the top as well as a side of toast (sour dough) which was delicious. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Breakfast burritos are phenomenal! We tried one with sausage and another with bacon and enjoyed them both. They are stuffed full of eggs, cheese, hash browns and meat of choice. For the price, it's a great deal! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ TBA (turkey bacon avocado) was a lunch time dish. It was a little pricey compared to the breakfast dishes, but was good. We ended up getting a side of Caesar salad which was a good break from sides of fries. The sandwich was stacked, the deli turkey was thick cut and grilled, the avocado was fresh, with cheese, lettuce and tomatoes on sourdough bread. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I ordered a hot chocolate as well. It came in a big cup with whipped cream, I really enjoyed it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐ We really enjoyed Island Skillet and highly recommend them!

We waited 30 minutes for a table and another 30 minutes for food..for what? Instant coffee (the worst coffee I ever had in my life), the sad and uncooked hash browns, and frozen waffles you can get in frozen section at supermarket...not only this, entire restaurant seemed disorganized also, one employee kid running around dining hall and kitchen didn't give us pleasant/relax weekend breakfast atmosphere.... Food quality was low and service was so slow. If you're looking to waste time and money, this place has you covered.

The food is quite good probably the best breakfast food on the island (unless you want just espresso and a pastry), but it's in-person waiting line only, so you'd better have 30-60 minutes to wait before you eat, and they don't take phone reservations. The staff is weirdly combative and can be rude at times, although that might be because they're understaffed for the amount of volume they get.

Terrible experience with employee Rob. We were told the wait would be 15-20 min and at 35 min we were treated super rudely and flippantly by Rob when we asked how much longer it would be. We left and went to another shop that was great. We also saw multiple groups of people who the employees knew personally given seats before others who had been waiting. Highly recommend going anywhere else - so many other great options out here.

We had a great breakfast at the skillet. Staff was friendly and the food was delicious. Limited seating in this place so make a Rez or get takeout. They have some very good burritos and breakfast sandwiches to go as well.

The Service was great, friendly staff, it can be busy, however the waiting for it is worth it. The food was amazing, tasty, soft, done to perfection, they even have their very own Spicy 🔥🔥🔥 Hot Sauce Rack. The price is good and the portion is perfect. Delicious Breakfast. Definitely, I will return here again. Has indoor and outdoor seating.

We were led to believe that there was a good food selection here, but when we arrived it was only bags of chips and a few options for packaged meat and cheeses. The wine flight was pricey($26) and almost good enough, but it is not grown on Orcas Island. The chilled red wine was the best and the others were okay. The location has a nice view, but not much shade and only a port-a-potty for a bathroom.

We visit Orcas Island annually. Orcas winery was having a fall festival so we stopped in. They were not allowing any tasting stating they were too busy. However they weren’t busy in the least. So we ordered 2 glasses of wine. They were very small pours and were very expensive, $15 each! The wine quality was marginal at best. I’ve paid that price for high end wines, but sadly, these wines were not of the caliber to justify the price. I will not be coming back.

Amazing little spot for some views, wine, and conversation. They offer flights of wine for their four varieties, where it comes out to two glasses of wine for $26.

Nice, family-owned winery with a variety of seating options and excellent wines. When we were there, there were only four offerings, but two of them made the decision very difficult. The staff was friendly and engaging, and seemed eager to make sure our stay was enjoyable.

We had a wonderful time here on our honeymoon. The family running the bar is super friendly and Arthur, the dog, will happily announce your arrival as your drive up. The wines here were great, especially the rosé. The setting is also beautiful and definitely best enjoyed on a nice sunny day.

A lovely little spot! They have a nice big yard with picnic tables spread out—easy to practice social distancing here. They have blankets and games you can borrow. The wine was very tasty and unique. They were very friendly and not too busy for a beautiful Sunday afternoon. They also had a little collection of local goods for purchase (candles, soaps, etc.)

Great wines and great experience at the base of the mountain.

Stunning place with lots of great trails. These are views from the Western Outlook and Ship Peak.

Most of the local people like to hike these trails. The pictures are taken from the North trailhead. I liked this particular trail because it's steep climbing up but no switchbacks so very easy to hike. You can climb to the top of the mountain which is over 1000ft elevation. Happy trails...

Based on advice from locals, we drove past the North Trailhead to park at the South Trailhead, which yielded exceptional South, East, and West views with less elevation gain and shorter distance.

Cool looking "mountain" that vaguely resembles a turtle shell 😊👍

No view on top of Turtleback other than tagging the highest point.

Enjoyed learning about the history of the island. Great place to visit for islanders and visitors. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Great information. Authentic stuff. Friendly and interactive docent. Well worth the visit.

The lavender fields were amazing, we picked a bundle and walked through the fields. Then we had ice cream yum! Purchased some CBD oils for relaxation and then to top it all off toured the beautiful garden. The owners were so warm, friendly and inviting. We will definitely be back next time!

The farmers here are very friendly and the botanical garden is thriving around a peaceful waterfall. I wish there had been more advertisement for this place because it’s truly beautiful— I hope more people are able to enjoy it in the future. I happened upon it, but would not have known of it otherwise.

Just had the BEST farm tour! It was great to learn about everything they have going on at the farm and they have such a nice garden! Our awesome tour guide was really knowledgeable and answered a bunch of questions.

Beautiful garden and a fun place to stop and get ice cream!!

Outdoor movie was a real treat and bags of popcorn available made it even more celebratory. Big screen under the Stars!!!

Wander thru beautiful gardens filled with flowers and the kindest people tending the farm; must visit!!

Lovely place! Got their Lavender Hand sanitizer & their Cedar/ Eucalyptus hand sanitizer 😀

Small but nice park with beach access and a lot of shops on and just off of main street. Buy some lunch and have a picnic at the beach or check out the L lbyrinth Path at the church if it's open. Great area to ride a bike also.

Beautifully maintained park at the water's edge in East Sound. Both sunny and shady picnic tables. Has access to a pebbly beach. This park has lots of green grass and is not widely used. Easy parking and a nice area for dogs on the island.

One of my wife’s favorite parts of Orcas was hanging out on the pebble beach here at the Waterfront Park. We were the only ones there in mid-Sept. and it was just blissful, warm and mild. Wish we’d had time for a dip in the chilly-but-refreshing bay! 🐋💙🐳

A very beautiful bay

It’s a nice looking park.

Brave the mud!

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Lovely little art gallery. Many of the artists seemed to be local or PNW based. We happened to stumble upon a piece of art by the same artist that adorned our Airbnb (Debby Neely)- so it was a perfect keepsake to remember our special stay on Orcas.

I found the most beautiful small glass bowl, perfect for putting the sea glass and beach stones I collected on my magical trip to the area. I left and then returned shortly after because I knew my mom would love one of the ceramic pieces in the shop. Spoke with a lovely lady who was running the shop. Lovely experience. My only regret is not also taking home some of the gorgeous earrings.

Great spot to stop and check out some local art. We bought a lovely ceramic ornament.

I have purchased several pieces from this gallery including a Mustard, a Ridgeway, and some smaller pottery. The staff (Sonia) is top quality, and it’s a can’t miss shop in Eastsound. Find something at every price range.

Great local shop located right in downtown. They have art made by local artists and a large skin & body care section. I love the lip balm and soap we purchased! Plus they have testers off all the products so you can try before you buy! We went after the farmers market on Saturday and then stopped in again on Sunday. I think they are open 7 days a week during the summer. This place is a must-do on your visit to Orcas.

Had returned to the store to purchase a watercolor painting we liked. It had been clearly marked as to its pricing (we have a photograph of the labeling and pricing). When it was rung up, the requested amount was about $50 (roughly 10%) higher than expected based on the clearly marked pricing. When I called attention to the disparity, we were told, "Too bad." We did not purchase. It appears consumers of this store need to take care to verify that their charged amounts at the till correspond with the labeled pricing on the products and to be prepared for responses such as we recieved if they do not align.

Out of all the art stores we’ve visited in Orcas island this on was the best

What an oily mess! I'm honestly stunned. I don't know how so many people can walk into a restaurant, consume 3 bottles of olive oil and leave a 5 star review. Every piece was just absolutely DRENCHED in oil. For the low price of $80! (2x pizzas with pork topping, 1x side salad). I'm ashamed that this is considered great pizza, but for the price and pretentious atmosphere described I'm even more ashamed people are spending money here. Save your $77 for a flight to Joe's pizza on Broadway in NYC - you'll spend $3.00 for better pizza. Pizza: 2/5 (crust was pretty okay, and ingredients were fresh enough. Too much salt in the pork sausage though) Salad: 3/5 decent, but uninspired. Use of Brewers yeast was appreciated and appropriate. Also a little heavy on the salt. Service: 4/5 we entered for pickup only, the staff were polite and helpful. I didn't sense a pretentious attitude from the staff as described in other reviews. Can't comment beyond that as we didn't eat in. Overall: 2/5 The staff didn't come off as pretentious and the salad was okay, but for the price this place IS pretentious. Pretentious is okay, but you have to back up your product. Maybe you should get your blood pressure checked after your meal here...

My girlfriend and I loved the food and the service here. The pizza was amazing. The people working are extremely friendly and very helpful. Our stay on orcas was short this time but I ate there three times in three days. Thank you!

This restaurant is very quaint and delicious. The Portions are a little small for the price, but the quality more than makes up for it. The service was very prompt and the dishes were spaced out perfectly. The moment you walk in you are greeted with amazing smells and a perfect atmosphere. (The oysters are Delicious)

Stumbled upon this gem organically. Truly enjoyed the experience. Very creative and the flavors were on point! Go here if you want to have your culinary horizons pushed.

We were thrilled to score a reservation at James Beard recognized local chef Jay Blackinton’s Hogstone. Pictured here is corn grit and tomato macerated strawberry and snap pea salad. The pizzas with the cheddar cheese dipping mousse are a must while in town!

the pizza paired great with the view. the appetizer we got was also exceptional. my wife is picky about wood fired pizza, and she thought it was delicious.

The ingredients are very fresh. The pizzas are large enough for 1-2 people. They are a little overpriced, but this is to be expected on an island.

Kingfish offers a lovely dining experience that perfectly reflects the peaceful charm of Orcas Island. The relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, and beautifully prepared dishes made for an unforgettable evening. If you're seeking high-quality food in a serene, welcoming setting, this gem is well worth a visit.

I drive by this restaurant often but have had a hard time figuring out their hours and what they had to offer ( I couldn’t find much online ) so I finally stopped by for happy hour. I love it that the only way to figure out what they’re doing is the chalkboard out front. From 4 o’clock to 5 o’clock, they offer 10% off the left-hand side of the menu which are the appetizers. Nothing from the right hand side of the menu is available from 4 o’clock to 5 o’clock. I ordered the pork belly sliders and they were delicious! I might go back another day if I have time. I noticed that the phone was ringing off the hook for reservations… There are so many restaurants on this island that in two months, I don’t think I’ve tried them all.

I was staying in one of the rooms and I couldn't help but notice the construction outside. I got to say thanks for the heads up but besides the point, good food. Nice location but really wish I would have got a heads up that my room was going to smell like shit but to make up for it. I meant people who are installing the quote" system and they are super hard-working, nice and kind, respectful people. I don't remember their names exactly but all I know is we talked for a little bit and they let me know the scoop on what was going on and they were really nice. Eager to get to know me just like I was eager to get to know them. I think they work for Island excavating judging off the name of the truck but regardless of the fact, kind and amazing people

Review of restaurant only - love the focus on fresh and local ingredients. Very friendly staff. Seems silly to say but the homemade jam with the bread appetizer was so fabulous and special. The dinner food was amazing too. Very flavorful and well presented. Beautiful views. Lovely dining experience.

This is a review of the restaurant. Limited menu but the food and wine and mocktails were all excellent! Service was good. Took a while for the food to come (they said the roast chicken would take a while and it did). Nice location with view. Highly recommend this as an alternative to Eastsound places.

Review of the restaurant only This breaks my heart. My wife and I are here on our honeymoon. And while the location is beautiful. The food is inspired, beautiful. Creative. And downright inspiring. The only downside is finding a portion of my chicken pesto was a big boned drum. But otherwise the food was amazing. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE DESSERTS. However. The service was… struggling. I understand that the staff had a large 7-8 person party infront of us. But 55 minutes after ordering we finally got our food. And the appetizer was completely forgotten. Turns out it was never relayed to the kitchen. I really wish I could rate this place higher. But after the service received. I can’t. The food is amazing if that counts.

Update as of 7/30 at 8:30 am. The inn was performing a septic service, and the truck blocked our way out. Our room smells like poop. No one informed us before hand. Trying to head out, I texted and called the host, no response. We would NOT recommend this place and will not return again! Suite 4 had Nice decor and is very clean. However, with the price we paid, it was a bit noisy. The hotel situates at an intersection, so we can hear every single car passing by. Not fun when there were loud cars or motorcycles exploding the street, day and night.