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    By the Bay Cafe

    4.3 (119 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    French Dip
    MJ D.

    This place is a gem! What a great local place for chowder or fish & chips. In the past I was impressed with their chowder, and although it was a tough decision, this time I tried their French Dip. I was not disappointed! A cool option I did not try, was a "Fisherman's Lunch"- a brown bag take-away option for those on the go. The server was great, and was able to manage a variety of clientele in a professional manner. One of the greatest things is the beautiful view out the front window. There is outdoor seating available. We will return!

    Cheeseburger
    Melanie B.

    Great local spot if you want a good burger. Very friendly staff. If you like blue cheese, get it to dip your fries into. The fries are pretty greasy but the blue cheese helped them taste better. Theirs is house made and really good. Eat outside and enjoy the view. Can get pretty slow if it gets busy.

    Inside by the bay cafe

    Great spot for breakfast. Good food, service, clean, priced right, and right on the bay! Cute town- much nicer than Neah bay. Curley and tides look like a nice place for overnight. Lots of eagles soaring in the sky. Probably a RV lovers delight!

    Black bean burger
    Anna L.

    Only restaurant in town but the food is good. It can take a while for the food to come out though since there is only one cook. We had the black bean burger and fish and chips which comes with fries made in house. The food was great but the fries were a bit burnt and over salted. Great views of the bay and friendly staff.

    Oatmeal (toppings not shown in picture) comes with raisins, milk, and brown sugar

    On our way to cape flattery, we decided to check this little place out. It is so cute! Mandy, who runs the show was so sweet and kind. Food was delicious, generous portions! If you're visiting Olympic national park and want to eat outside of forks, go here!

    Chicken fried steak

    Simple diner food with a nice view. I really appreciated real butter on my toast without having to ask. I would return despite the mediocre drip coffee- it needed milk and sugar to be drinkable.

    Mushroom burger and a cold one!

    Quaint spot, wonderful people, our food was hot and delicious. We were grateful to stumble on this cafe.

    Fish & onion rings. They gave us more onion rings (not shown).
    T M.

    So happy we came upon this place as we made our way up Cape Flattery. Lunch spots were very limited. Both my husband & I ordered fish & onion rings. Food was as expected, good but tasted like every other fried fish place. The place itself was small & unassuming. The service was good and people were nice. The views were incredible though. We even spotted a couple bald eagles.

    burger fries
    Max P.

    Great food, fast service, nice interior, clean, and nice servers, big pickles that are great.

    Entrance
    Anthony P.

    What a sweet and memorable dining experience! We loved the friendly service and charming small-town vibes. An older lady took our order, cooked our meal, and even had a great conversation with us. Watching bald eagles fly over the bay as we dined was a nice highlight. Anything with bacon here is exceptional--perfectly crisp and thickly cut. My wife and I split the club sandwich, a large three bread sandwich with bacon on top. Our kids enjoyed the fish and chips and the western burger. The crispy, lightly battered onion rings and fresh-cut thick fries were fantastic!

    French toast and chicken fried steak

    The service here is amazing! They are friendly and they even have me hiking locations to check out! Matt and Linda we thank you for all that you did for us!!!! The restaurant had great atmosphere! Right down by the bay. You can see Canada in the distance. The portions of food were large and the French toast was great!

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    great food. great environment didn't have any issue with my service dog, was friendly and kind.

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    Great little place serving good food for both breakfast and dinner. Friendly staff! Would eat here again!

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    Amazing service and food is outstanding with the best energy. Haven't been to a place like this in a long time.

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    The Vine - Nutella crepe

    The Vine

    4.9(12 reviews)
    45.3 mi

    This is a neat place for well made food at a reasonable cost. Bonus, if you are a person that…read moreenjoys looking at boats & being along the water's edge, this is a lovely place in Cowichan Bay to enjoy a meal with a view. Truthfully, I go for their crepes, but my friends are always bey happy with their other menu choices too. The staff is friendly and we never feel rush to eat & leave. This isn't a place you need to really dress up to feel you fit in. However, you also could if the mood suits you & still not feel out of place. Truly, I am happy that they even have tables on the main level that accommodate those with mobility aids. However, that being said, I am struggling to recall if there would be a easy enough way for a wheelchair or even a walker to make it to the main door. I'll have to remember to focus on that long enough before my next crepe eating bliss hits. As Cowichan Bay is a popular area to stop for meals, do plan to go in advance for parking. As even if there are a few spots for the restaurant, there isn't enough space to accommodate the full restaurant. If you are able to find a spot at the restaurant or are double parking at the restaurant (which is apparently allowed), it is good to let the server know what vehicle is yours. Beyond more than mention "I've parked my vehicle here", so a server can notify you if people need to be let out of the space if they're leaving before you're done. If you don''re not lucky enough to grab a parking spot right at the restaurant, you might have to go far up the road (sometimes almost to the hotel) or down the road (towards the parking area by the pubic washrooms) to reach any parking options. Definitely try it out if you are looking fit an option in Cowichan Bay. I know I'm looking forward to many more future happy crepe eating moments here with friends.

    Had a great evening and will be returning for sure. The ocean views are amazing and the food and…read moreservice 10/10!

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    Pat's Place - Rees's Roots - Pat's Place 1099, 931 Bayview Ave, Neah Bay, WA 98357

    Pat's Place

    4.4(125 reviews)
    16.0 mi
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    Pat's Place was one of those unexpected discoveries that ended up becoming one of the highlights of…read moreour Olympic Peninsula road trip. We originally planned to hike Cape Flattery, but thick coastal fog had other ideas. Looking for a place to grab lunch, we found this small, unassuming restaurant in Neah Bay--and we're so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with genuine hospitality. We even had the pleasure of meeting Pat herself, and she made us feel like longtime friends. That welcoming atmosphere made the experience just as memorable as the food. We ordered the famous Indian taco, served on fresh homemade fry bread, and it absolutely lived up to its reputation. The fry bread was warm, perfectly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and piled high with delicious toppings. We couldn't leave without trying the sweet fry bread dessert, and it was incredible. Warm, lightly crisp, and topped with cinnamon and sugar, it was the perfect ending to an outstanding meal. Pat's Place is cash only, so be sure to plan ahead, but don't let that stop you from visiting. If you're exploring Cape Flattery, Neah Bay, or anywhere on the Olympic Peninsula, this restaurant is absolutely worth the short detour. Great food, wonderful people, generous portions, and authentic local hospitality made this one of our favorite dining experiences of the trip. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area, and we highly recommend stopping in--you'll leave with a full stomach and a smile. Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

    Delicious fry bread tacos near the espresso coffee shop with great views! This fry bread and taco…read moreare the most flavorful that I've ever had. You will see sign's for Pat's place before you get there. It's in a little business center next to the marina. No bathrooms, outdoor eating only, no tables inside, but great food.

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    Pat's Place - Rees's Roots - Pat's Place 1099, 931 Bayview Ave, Neah Bay, WA 98357

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    Pat's Place - Rees's Roots - Pat's Place 1099, 931 Bayview Ave, Neah Bay, WA 98357

    Rees's Roots - Pat's Place 1099, 931 Bayview Ave, Neah Bay, WA 98357

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    Linda's Wood Fired Kitchen

    Linda's Wood Fired Kitchen

    4.1(42 reviews)
    16.0 mi
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    WOOOWWWW!!! We…read morevisited Neah bay as a romantic get away In February, and I had meant to leave this review when I was there ... I've been thinking about it since. So much so we are coming back In August for Macah Days. There was a younger woman who helped us. Late night we walked in and she is playing the soundtrack to Studio Ghiblis Spirited Away. So relaxing and nostalgic. It became the soundtrack for our visit. Pizza was AMAZE seasoned with what I recognized as Penzeys spices and herbs. Lindas hand thrown dough, in house marinara and if season allows fresh salmón/ chantrelles. Each of my meals was carefully crafted in this intimate setting. This restaurant is what had me download Yelp initially. Forever changed.

    Food good, but limited supply. Had no fish products, which is what I came here for and was excited…read morefor because I am a 4.5-hour drive from here. Took over 30 minutes from my $17 14-inch pizza to come. staff at front desk would just chit chat that you could hear the kitchen staff call out to clean tables, check in on guests, etc lol Pizza came absolutely burnt on the border crusts, as you can see in this picture. Pizza good, but that crust... Felt like a waste and it is usually my favorite part! :( Thank gosh that each booth had a power outlet so that I could charge my phone. They also have a wooden chessboard to play at on the side. Quite a bit of side street parking only available for customers.

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    Linda's Wood Fired Kitchen - The pizza oven

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    Linda's Wood Fired Kitchen - The East Room, shades closed.

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    The East Room, shades closed.

    By the Bay Cafe - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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