Food was great in a casual picnic like atmosphere right on the bay where the oysters grow

We had a fabulous experience here. The atmosphere is so welcoming. Everyone is so nice. We loved sitting outside. We brought our dogs and they loved it too! The pulled pork and baked beans were standouts. I would skip the Cole slaw, it lacked flavor for me. The Mac and cheese was just ok. My partner loved the halibut fish and chips and said the oysters were the freshest he's ever had. We cannot wait to go back! read more

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A colleague I met shared she lives in the San Juan Islands. When I told her I was visiting, she recommended we eat at Buck's Bay Shellfish Farm. We're happy we dined here while we staying on Orcas Island! This is truly a watering hole. The restaurant gets busy with hungry visiting and local diners. They're family friendly and dog friendly! There's a couple spots on their property--one being their fish market and deli the other being the place to order food! Seating is first come first serve at their communal tables and all outdoors. The workers work hard and do their best juggling lots of hungry customers. Everyone who helped us was kind and sweet! They have a variety of foods to please all tastebuds. Along with seafood they have BBQ, kid friendly options, and specials. For dinner I had the Spicy Halibut Sandwich but grilled instead of fried. The fish was delicious and everything was fresh and filling. My family enjoyed their chowder and oysters. We also shared a Strawberry Rhubarb Pie which was a slice of heaven--sweet, tangy, and divine! I can see why this is a popular place! If you find yourself on Orcas Island, Buck Bay Shellfish Farm is a must visit! Great seafood and a great ambiance. They have their own gravel lot you can park at and it's easy to find off EJ Young Road since it's a popular spot! read more

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We didn't see any signs for this place that's kind of hidden FYI, but google maps led us here... Cashier had an attitude and was not welcoming or friendly like she was to others, and it felt like people were staring at us like we didn't belong there - perhaps because we were the few non-White customers there. Fresh oysters were worth the trip though (6 for $18), the fish tacos were just OK, not great, definitely overpriced at $22 for 2 small tacos. Bloody Mary was good. There's a deli section, BBQ section & the bistro - lots of tables, only outdoors, so not the best on a cold / windy day. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Fresh local oysters - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

We were super excited to try Buck Bay on our visit to Orcas Island! We enjoyed it and ended up going twice! The first meal we got oysters, clams, spotted prawn, a whole crab, clam chowder, and the brisket. The seafood all tasted fresh. Our favorite was 100% the clams. Everything else was still pretty good, but we wished the crab was served warm instead of cold and the spotted prawns weren't as good as some other spots we tried recently. The brisket was definitely our least favorite - it was way too dry. The sides were decent though! The next day we went back and got the clams again, as well as the grilled oysters, shrimp linguini, and halibut fish and chips. The clams were probably our favorite again! The fries in the fish and chips were really good and the fish was decent but not the best fish and chips I've had. The linguini wasn't seasoned enough but after adding some salt and pepper it was pretty tasty - it was a special and they used local goat cheese in it! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're on Orcas Island! There's a decent amount of parking and seating! read more

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A delightful experience for an afternoon lunch! Overlooking the Buck Bay, they have a BBQ station to order up as well as a tiny seafood market with fresh crab, smoked cod etc. The line formed where the seafood is at! My buddy and I ordered the halibut fish & chips, halibut chowders, (6) half shell of fresh oysters and (3) grilled oysters. The halibut fish & chips was delicious! The breading was crisp and the fish meat was pure white -- we were amazed! It was $32 for only 2 pieces which I thought could be at least 3 piece but it is halibut and it's been an expensive fish...so a bit highly priced. The oysters were superb but my favorite was the grilled oysters! We've never had anything like it so if you visit and you like oysters, try these! We would've loved if it was 4-6 of these and restaurants usually do an odd number for food...never understood it. But we'd definitely get these again! The halibut chowder -- hands down, you've got to try this as well! It's not creamy chowder like the usual clam chowder. It was in a light herb broth with tomatoes and potatoes! And good cubes of the halibut in there. My my, that was *chefs kiss*. I'd say this and the grilled oysters are their signature items. They also have other items as well! We also got CBD drinks here LOL (to drink later) and they have beers too (IPA's) and ciders available for purchase. Staff is so nice! They will call your name with your order. They have a lot of benches to sit outside and enjoy your meal :) read more

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First, I have to say if you're gonna come to this place you better come feel like you wanna have fun. Because everybody was happy and we don't want anybody to join us that isn't happy. The place was filled inside and out, and the air was thick with laughter. Families, children, adult adults, teenagers they all came and showed their appreciation for fine food. Yes I said fine food. When everything that's cooked has all the flavors that you were looking for offer takes it to cut above you succeeded. Definitely worth a stop and I would say sometimes they have live music I think and also Bayside seating so be prepared to enjoy dressing layers. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Indoor or bayside ... wow - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

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What a hidden gem. We would have never discovered this place if not for a recommendation. The seafood is so fresh. Their menu has everything you are looking for for a seafood joint, and more. They also have alcoholic beverages. The line will move super quick and they are fast at bringing out your food. Location is cute as you can walk down to the water. Sit and enjoy the views at a shady table or under the tent. There are bathrooms available. Parking is pretty big. Great for the family. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Linguine, oysters and brisket. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

Bistro at Buck Bay, Orcas Island. Had a great dinner at the Bistro at Buck Bay on Orcas Island. This unassuming local favorite sits right at the water's edge on a hill. You place your order and then sit outside in one of two large, covered areas and they bring your order out to you. We enjoyed a cross sample of their menu including Buck Bay Steamer Clams, Salmon Fish N' Chips, House Green Salad, Pork BBQ ribs and Shrimp Alfredo. The clams were succulent in a great white wine broth, the salmon was a surprise knock-out cooked to perfection, the salad crisp and perfect, the ribs were tender and nicely smoked, and the shrimp Alfredo was good. read more

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Dozen oyster appetizer, clam chowder & salmon kale salad. Everything tasted fresh, probably made more so by dining al fresco with a great view. Get here early cuz it does get crowded & they can run out of the day's catch/special. read more

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Prices are robbery. It's a tourist trap for sure. I got the salad looking at someone else's salad and the quantity was huge but when we got ours it looked like there was literally just a handful of lettuce... and I paid $8 for that?! Oysters were not bad and for the oysters price was reasonable. However, the steamed clams were like $25+ and definitely not the best clams I've had... very mediocre and underwhelming. A little too heavy on the seasoning and really spicy for some reason that I couldn't even taste the flavor of the clams. The garlic bread (though super teeny tiny small) was very good and nice crunch. Would I come back? Only if I was in the area and probably only for the oysters because everything else will break the bank. read more

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We came on a Saturday just before 3pm and it was fairly busy. The ordering process was easy and quick. They have three ordering stations: bistro, shuck your own shellfish, and deli and market with cold raw fish. We ordered from the bistro, which consists of cooked food. We ordered fried oysters, steamed clams, clam linguine, kale caesar and the chowder. Food was great and staff was friendly. Everything was highly salted. I don't usually mind, but about halfway through the clams, it became overpowering and I could have done without it. I'd love to try the halibut and chips next, everyone said it's great! read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Clam linguine - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

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Absolutely delicious. Everything was insanely fresh! We thoroughly enjoyed everything. Our least favorite item was the Mac and cheese and the only complaint was that it wasn't hot enough. It came out just warm and therefore the cheese wasn't as creamy as we could have hoped but it had a great flavor still. The star of the show was the crab plate. The crab was fresh, sweet and succulent. The warm butter was not even needed but a nice treat on the side. The silent surprise for us was the raw oysters- they were super plump and on the big side so we expected them to not be as delicious. However we were extremely shocked. They were creamy, velvety and sweet. Crab cakes were meaty and delicious with fun flavors. The steamed clams were delightful as well. Perfectly steamed with lord of garlic and sauce and a nice chunk of bread to soak up the extra goodness. The halibut ceviche was beyond fresh and my only complaint was I wish there was more. Really enjoyed it with the fresh corn tortilla chips. The halibut fish and chips were seasoned to perfection. Halibut is not the oiliest fish so it was a little dry but the seasoning more than made up for it. We thoroughly enjoyed the zucchini fries too. Honestly, when we pulled up we were shocked at how busy the place was. But when we left we understood why. This is definitely a must to visit when I'm the area and we will return on our next visit. We were not disappointed at all and was our best meal on the island. Including the cider on tap! read more

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We heard such great things about this place, that we had to drive out of our way to sample it. It was really busy for one of the first nice June weekend days. They have lots of outdoor picnic and casual chair types of seating. Only one bathroom, so be prepared for a long line. You stand in line to place your order, and then they bring it out to you when ready. They had several gluten-free options listed on their menu, so our friends decided to share a few of them with us to try them out. We had the ceviche and chips, which unfortunately were not very good. We left them mostly untouched. The clams were delicious; the sauce they were served in was particularly tasty. My other gf buddy and I had a trio of tacos, all of which were quite tasty. His wife and the gluten loving husband of mine had fish n chips and Mac n cheese. We couldn't sample them, but they said they were cooked well, just really underseasoned. The setting is really lovely with the beautiful outdoor space and fresh seafood. Food was overall good but just a bit too bland on some of the dishes, and it was very pricey. read more

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Really a fun spot to take out of towners and family. Outdoor seating with a nice view. Good selection of delicious food.

Food was so good but waitress needs trading. Cannot believe they accidentally took my food to another table. Them she. We as asked any it, she went to that tan and took my plate of food from the other table and brought it back to me. Then saying.' She only had one fry!' Then brought us extra fries. We are still stunted and laugh. Even talking with the other table about taking read more

Not sure what the hype is about... I guess if you're not from the PNW and haven't been to one of the many places like this, then I get it, but for my family, there wasn't anything impressive going on. Cute picnic spot, food wasn't anything special, very expensive as seafood is... service was just like a typical McDonalds... try it out if you're looking for fresh seafood and are new to this type of area. If you have access to your own seafood and views you might prefer to bbq at home :) We have a spot on hood canal where we can get oysters and class for days with a much better view for free so.... I guess I was expecting something more from this place. We had cevechi (wasn't impressed) Shrimp cocktail (nothing great) Mac and cheese Chowder All small portions... just depends on where you come from, what you're used to, and what you're looking for :) read more

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The food was wonderful and the line moves quickly. We had perfect weather for the outside seating.

Great place to get halibut salad or tacos. It's a bit quirky, it's run a bit like a coffee shop and it's all outdoor seating but the seafood is great and the service is reasonably quick. read more

So delicious! We ordered crab mac n cheese, pulled pork sandwich, and beef brisket. The view and overall vibe was amazing. Would def recommend if you are in the area! read more

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If you are on Orcas Island, this place is a MUST! We came twice while here for a week in June. And I'm already craving it again! All their food is great, but I finally tried The Island Roll and was blown away! This is one of the most delicious things I've ever tasted! And the roll was as delicious as the filling! My mouth is drooling just thinking about it. Oh, and their strawberry rhubarb pie is amazing!!!! This place is super popular, so don't be surprised if there's a line. The line goes fast though! The view, the outdoor seating, and being so close to the bay does not disappoint! Bring a blanket if it's windy. It's a very casual and kiddo and pet friendly atmosphere too. Can't wait to come back! read more

We've been up to Orcas Island a couple times over the past few years, but only learned about Buck Bay the last time we were up here. The island is shaped like a horseshoe with most folks, staying right in the middle of that horseshoe. The shellfish farm is located over on the lower portion of the right side of the horseshoe. It ends up being a little bit of a drive, but it's totally worth it! It literally is a small farm located next to an inlet. They're serving up some great food here! We split some crab mac & cheese, some fish and chips, and some clam chowder amongst our family. The crab mac & cheese is unbelievably good! It's expensive, but this is truly a time where you are getting what you're paying for. They use some really cool noodles that are made by a company on the island, and the crab is all fresh caught. they do an amazing job of making each bite, creamy, hearty, and just plain good! The crisp on the top, coming from a broiler, I would suspect, is absolutely magical! Our son, who is quite the seafood enthusiast, dubbed the clam chowder, some of his favorite. We also found, the fish and chips to be quite lovely, as well as the steamed clams. It's hard to go wrong with seafood that is this fresh! They've got a great beer and wine selection as well. They've also got very friendly people running the place. It can definitely get busy, so it's worth getting here early and being willing to share a table with others. Food is always better with friends! this is absolutely a spot that you need to check out if you find yourself on orcas Island. As previously stated, it's a little bit of a drive, but it's totally worth it for the experience and the flavors! read more

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When you're on Orcas Island, you've got to try the seafood here. While we came here for the ceviche, it was unfortunately unavailable by the time we got there. Instead, we ordered the Halibut Fish N' Chips ($28) and a bowl of the Chowder of the Day ($14), which on that day was the Salmon Chowder. I also tried out the Spicy Halibut Sliders ($22). You order at the counter and give your name when you order. You then seat yourself at one of their outdoor tables and wait for one of the servers to bring your food out and call your name to bring to you. There's a table to the side of the counter where there are utensils, napkins, ketchup, malt vinegar, and oyster crackers. Everything came out quickly, and they give big portions as well. The fish & chips were cooked perfectly, with a nice crunchy crust on the outside and a very soft, tender fish on the inside. It also came with some tarter sauce which I always love dipping fish in, but it really does not need to have it. You could also take a couple packets of the malt vinegar, if you want to eat it the English way. If you want the halibut in a mini burger form, then you can't go wrong with the sliders. They season the halibut a bit more and the fish is just as tender in the sliders as they were as fish n chips. The chowder came in a huge bowl, and it was enough for the 2 of us to share. They also had packets of oyster crackers that you can put in your soup for that extra crunchiness. I've never had salmon chowder before, and this one was delicious. They didn't go stingy on the salmon, and you can definitely taste it in the chowder. Every time the server passed by us with a new dish for another table, we were intrigued by they were carrying. Everything they had on their menu looked amazing! If I had stayed on the island longer I would have been coming back here everyday. read more

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Excellent fish and chips cooked to perfection. You get to eat outside under the trees on picnic tables and enjoy the beauty of nature. Great fun for families and couples. Also does a great takeout business. read more

Best fried oysters, juicy and tender, lightly breaded. *Chef's kiss* Yummy seafood roll, salmon burger, and fries. Great BBQ plates. Cool refreshing gazpacho and warm hearty chowder. This is the only restaurant we ate at on the island because it was so fresh and delicious. We enjoyed sitting under the weeping Willow and gazing out to the bay as the sun set. Staff were all friendly and had great recommendations. Go early as they do run out of popular items. I purchased all the tongue-in-cheek swag like a tourist but I truly love the place, people, and the mermaid. Happy to patronize them over and over again and refer others. read more

Wonderful food in a beautiful setting. I wasn't a huge fan of the raspberry vinaigrette for oysters but all in all - a great experience.

Service is amazing! The area is beautiful and peaceful! The food? Well i got about maybe 3-4 rounds of oysters. So I'd say pretty great when it comes to the fresh oysters. Highly recommend coming here ! read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Oysters - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

I love the food it's really good and the service is fast and the ambiance is super fun

We've been eating here for years, as Buck Bay has the best crab and halibut on Orcas (or elsewhere for that matter) bar none. Well, we just tried a pound of the brisket they're now offering, and it is outstanding! Growing up in Texas, I know a thing or two about brisket and theirs is legit! Great flavor, excellent texture, cooked just right, and their sauce accompanies the beef perfectly in that is not too sweet and not to sharp. One thing to consider: the lines can be long at times, so don't be in a hurry. Grab drinks and enjoy the locale. read more

Do not miss this incredible hole in the wall! Halibut salad was divine and steamed clams were on point. Definitely go here when you're on Orcas. You won't be disappointed. Order in the middle barn and a server brings it to your table outside. Perfect setting for some amazing food. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Steamed clams - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

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Oh my gosh. This place is AMAZING! The oysters are insanely fresh. You sit outside, right on the water. The staff is courteous and gracious. It's a no frills kind of a place. The prices are fair. They don't over hype and over charge. If they weren't closing the next day for end of season, I would have been there EVERY SINGLE DAY. Can't wait till they open again for next season. I hope the staff enjoys their much needed break. read more

We got there right on time around 3:30 I think. We walked straight into the store and only had to wait in line for 4 minutes. After us the line just kept on growing and growing. The fish and chips were so tasty and not like the traditional ones covered in thick layer of batter which I liked. We all agreed the salad was yummy and had plenty of dressing. It's was a little noisy but it's outdoors so it wasn't that bad. Definitely don't miss out on it if you're visiting orcas! Worth the drive. Fish and Chips Halibut Ceviche read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Fish and chips, kale salad and ceviche (and some super tasty non alcoholic beer) - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

Very cute place with a great view of the water! It's very casual with picnic style seating outside under tents, but the atmosphere is great especially for families. Food was good, but warning they can quickly sell out of the most popular options! I will say the menu is limited as far as dietary restrictions -- if you have any seafood aversions/allergies, this will not be the place for you! There are porta potties and one indoor all-gender bathroom read more

We went to Buck Bay mostly to check out all the hype. The food is expensive but it is everywhere. We had the bbq sandwich and the spicy halibut sandwich. Both were very good and the fish was super fresh- though not spicy at all. Both sandwiches were pretty basic. Overall it was a good experience. read more

Pros: very fresh seafood wonderfully prepared, pretty extensive alcohol menu for the size of the place Cons: they are busy so it's a bit of a wait for food This is a must eat in the San Juan Islands! When you are in Orcas island, you must stop by this joint! read more

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Amazing little spot with best beef brisket bbq sandwich I've ever had. Halibut fish and chips were perfectly prepared and just the right ratio of fish to fried exterior. Fish Tacos were also very good. Will be back again tomorrow read more

This is a special kind of place. Simple, delicious, gorgeous views. I'm not a big seafood person and the halibut fish tacos were the best I have ever had. So fresh and flavorful. My seafood loving husband had the salmon sliders and we both wished we could stay an extra day on Orcas to go back for more. A must visit in Olga. Bonus points for the beautiful view of the bay where some of the eats are harvested. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Halibut fish tacos and the garden salad - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

This place was lovely. Lots of spaced out outdoor seating, friendly servers, a view of the water - everything you want for an island stop. My spouse and I each had a mason jar of wine (8 ounce pours makes it a very good value!) and I had six oysters - which were fresh and flavorful and incredibly enjoyable. We didn't eat a full meal here because there were no vegetarian options for my spouse - totally understandable given that it is a shellfish farm, but I think it is also a missed business opportunity to not have something on the menu so those of us who love shellfish can bring our non shellfish eating spouses there without too much complaining. :) Dog friendly, but please note that there are dogs that I assume live on the farm running free (and chickens too) so if your dog has a hard time with that, be alerted. read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Oysters! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

Service was fast and we ate outside. Fried oysters were delicious well seasoned, crab was great though the melted butter got cold outside. We got hungry and ordered more chowder and shoestring fries. Will definitely return read more

Buck Bay Shellfish Farm - Fried yesterday, crab, kale salad - Seafood Markets Near Me - Olga, Washington

We came to Buck Bay shellfish farm for our last lunch on the island before returning to Seattle, and it was such a delicious treat! We got there a little early, so walked around a bit and saw some oyster farmers shucking oysters right at the bay. You can't get more farm to table than that!! All the staff were super friendly and we enjoyed chatting with them while waiting for our food. Every thing we ordered was super fresh and delicious, so much so that we decided to order another steamed clams. read more

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