If you find yourself in Friday Harbor, you absolutely have to visit this spot. My top tip: make a…read morereservation. This place fills up fast, and after dining there, it's easy to see why! Our party of three visited for lunch at noon on a Thursday. Since we had a reservation, we were seated immediately at a lovely table right by the window. The atmosphere was great, and the staff were incredibly courteous and friendly throughout our meal. We initially thought about starting with some small plates, but we were so eager for seafood that we jumped straight into the entrees. We weren't disappointed: Bouillabaisse: This was our first time trying this dish, and it was the highlight for us. It was incredibly flavorful--exactly what we were craving. Spicy Prawn Mac and Cheese: It definitely lived up to its name! It wasn't "blow-your-head-off" hot, but it had a perfect, noticeable kick that really elevated the dish. Blackened Cod Tacos: These were fantastic. The cod was perfectly prepared and worked so well with the rest of the taco ingredients. We also enjoyed a couple of non-alcoholic drinks that hit the spot, though I'll admit that since I'm writing this a couple of weeks later, I forgot to snag photos or the specific names of the drinks! They also have a really nice patio area if you prefer dining outdoors. Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking for a great meal with a view, this place is a must-visit!

A lovely restaurant tucked at the edge of Friday Harbor…read more While the views were stunning, the service was just ok. For the nature of the restaurant, we had hoped for our waitress to be more friendly and genuine. However, it felt like they just wanted to fulfill our order and be done. I ordered the South Sound Clams and Snapper Sandwich. Bathing in an umami-packed and rich Thai curry broth, the clams were tender and fresh with a bit of brine. Very good and shareable with one other person. The snapper sandwich wowed me! The bright escovitch and creamy avocado paired wonderfully with the snapper. Every bite was delightful. The house-made potato chips, however, were disappointing. They were thin, not crispy, and sticking to my teeth. If you can, substitute for fries or salad. Despite our subpar service, the delicious, well-priced food and beautiful scenery still make this the perfect date spot.

This place is a charming cafe located in Friday Harbor…read more The food and drinks here were absolutely spectacular. We ordered a few lattes made with their in-house syrups, and every single one of them was incredible. We loved them so much we went back for them again and again over the weekend we were there. We also tried their chorizo burrito and donuts, which were both outstanding. I honestly want to go back to the island just to eat here again! The ambiance of the place is awesome. It is super kid-friendly outside, featuring a wonderful yard with plenty of toys and things to do, which makes it incredibly relaxing for families. To top it all off, the staff was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visits. I highly, highly recommend checking out Medio Cafe if you are anywhere near the San Juan Islands. It was so good, and it's an absolute must-visit spot that we will definitely keep coming back to!

Absolute perfect brunch! Five out of five stars all around. The food was fresh and bright, I got…read morethe focaccia sandwich, without the bacon. Huge shoutout for the service. They accidentally put the hashbrowns within the sandwich. Instantly, one of the staff members tried to rectify it and give me extra hashbrowns no charge. I absolutely appreciate that, and declined as it wasn't a huge deal. The sandwich was delicious! I enjoyed my lavender matcha (albeit I think next time I'll make it a little sweeter). The restaurant is walkable from Friday Harbor. We went straight there right after we got off the ferry. There's also a cute little patio to sit on. What a great time!

We had lunch here while waiting for the ferry and really enjoyed the nice little patio and good…read morefood. Service was prompt and friendly and they had gf designations on their menu which made my life easy. I had the house salad and the apricots on top were delish. The husband of mine had a pizza which he said was the indulgence he was craving. Our friend had the curry soup of the day, fried cheese curds and a cider tasting. Everything was good. They had some cute stuff in their shop inside and I secured myself a perfect fox hat. Next time we come back to San Juan we'll definitely stop in again.

San Juan Island Brewing was quite solid given the lack of food options open past 7 on the island…read more After waiting about 20 minutes to get seated, we ordered pizza and a couple of dishes to share. Pig war pizza: I thought this was good but my friends said it was too salty. Maybe it was a tad salty but I think that's how all pork pizza is going to taste normally. 4.5/5 Fried chicken sandwich: I didn't really like this as much, I liked the sauce and it had a nice kick to it but the chicken was a tad dry and flavorless. 3.5/5 Philly cheesesteak: I enjoyed this, the steak and the melted cheese mixed together nicely with the bread to create a delicious experience. It is a bit expensive for a Philly cheesesteak though for its size and it's not anything super special. 4/5 Fries were also pretty good but they didn't come out hot. The food took a bit of time to come out but that is somewhat understandable since they were quite busy on a weekend night. I enjoyed the ambience, it definitely felt like a brewery and gave pub vibes but with solid food. 4.1/5

I've been to many small town grocery stores. Kings Market has been here since 1940. It has adapted…read moreand thrived with San Juan Island trends. This is an excellent store with vast selection for a small town market.

This market is outstanding. Whether you need a special treat for your seaside picnic or some basic…read moreessentials, King's has it. The produce is fresh, the selection is proud and prices (though higher than mainland) are very reasonable. Excellent customer service to top it off. The store is bright, spotless and easy to navigate.

Back to back mornings the daughter and I hit Rocky Bay Cafe for some breakfast…read more Place gets packed early so don't mess around get in and eat! Service was excellent as my coffee cup was overflowing and the food was great. The guys cooking in the back are legit! Both days I ordered the breakfast burrito with chorizo. See beautiful photo below. The salsa was also on target! Thanks Rocky Bay Cafe! 5 stars I'll be back!

We checked in and put our name on the list and were told to wait outside while a table was being…read morecleaned. Unfortunately, we were forgotten. After noticing that two couples who arrived after us had already been seated, I went back inside to ask about our table. The staff seemed a little irritated by the question, which wasn't a great start to the experience. The waitstaff was very attentive and friendly throughout our meal, which I appreciated. However, it took quite a while for our food to arrive, and when it did, it wasn't very hot. I ordered my eggs over medium, but they came out overdone. From what I observed, the kitchen and counter staff seemed somewhat disorganized, which may have contributed to the long wait and cold food. I've heard mixed reviews about this place, and based on my visit, it seems like your experience may depend on the day. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either. There are definitely some positives, especially with the waitstaff, but overall the experience fell short of expectations.

This is a spot we hit up every time we're in town. Food is…read morereally tasty, the beer selection isn't extensive but they have something for everyone. I've read reviews about the service not being very good, but in the half dozen times I've been there the service has been excellent.

Good: - potato and ham soup…read more- chicken wings (nothing special tho) - Cobb salad (good portion) Meh: - ribs - ahi tuna (blackened tuna was too salty; sashimi tuna was super fishy) Nice location with a view. The food was super mid tho.

Everything was fantastic! Olivia was our server and she was a delight. We shared the beets &…read moreburrata and the meatballs- delicious! We also shared the bucatini with shrimp and the lemon pesto pasta. Seriously- so good! Service, food and ambience all 10 out of 10.

Pizza, salad, olives and a beverage! Oh my! Food was great…read moreand so was the service. Wood fired pizza with a crispy crust and the perfect amount of ingredients. Cesar salad was perfect!! It's busy for a reason!!!

Conveniently located next to the loading area at the ferry dock. The food is fresh! We had the…read moreveggie egg bites and the blueberry açaí bowl. Both were fresh and flavorful! Good portion sizes. My go to drink every where is a London fog. I drink at least one every day with oatmilk and sugar free vanilla. I ordered this exact drink here and it was incredible. I had to go ask what brand tea they use Steven Smith tea maker is the brand. It's so yummy!! Friendly staff, they gave us the wrong kind of egg bites the first time and it wasn't a hassle to have it fixed. You can order to go orders at the back walk up window. If you want to eat there just walk around to the front. Lots of seating outside and some inside as well. Great view cute apparel. Clean bathroom.

Had my best lemonade matcha here! So refreshing and perfectly sweet…read more This is a cute little spot near the ferry, we came here after parking our car in line. The staff are friendly. The sitting area isn't very spacious, so you might overhear conversations from other tables.