Great view, great service, great food. What more could you want? We had cioppino, a salad, oysters, a steak, the works! It was wonderful - the three of us shared a bottle of wine, and had a delicious berry crumble dessert. There's not much to say other than the food is FANTASTIC and you can't go wrong with anything you order. The setting is stunning, especially at sunset. We went in winter, but the summer tends to be a lot busier. Despite this, you never feel like you're being rushed or that people are not paying attention to you. It's a truly good experience. There's also a parking lot which means you don't have to fight for Chuckanut Drive parking like you do at some of the other places on the drive. It's not going to break the bank ($175 with tip for the 3 of us), but don't be surprised to go over 3 digits. It's one of the nicest places in town and great for a date or party. Seriously, I'd have my wedding reception here if I were getting married. I can't wait to go back soon! read more

Chuckanut Manor is a lovely restaurant with a beautiful view, it's definitely got that going for it! Service is good, staff is friendly and nicely attentive. That being said, the food is relatively mediocre for the exorbitant prices! We had a reservation and our party of four was sat immediately. We waited quite some time for our server and she apologized for the delay, which was nice. The rest of the evening service was much better! The menu is small and a little weird for being a seafood restaurant so ordering was a bit difficult! We're huge seafood lovers so were disappointed with the very small selection. The prices definitely weren't small though!! Unfortunately, what we ended up ordering was all just mediocre at best. Nothing was amazing or memorable, it was good but we expected great! The desserts and cocktails were the best part of the meal! It was a good experience and we enjoyed our meal and evening but there are so many truly amazing restaurants in the area they need to step up their game! read more

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I have been coming to this place for so damn long that I don't remember how I was introduced to it. When I lived up in the Seattle area, I used to come here for special occasions. I even came up and stayed in the B&B upstairs, but I'm unsure if that's still an option. Now that I live out of state, the times I do get up here, I take friends and family here every few years. Amazing views, amazing service, amazing food. And despite changes in staff, ownership, etc. that seemed to have never changed. I recommend literally anything on the menu. But I urge you to consider sitting outside during a sunset. Because that is one special experience. Just be warned, come once and you'll never be the same. You'll want to frequent this hidden gem stuck in the mountainside with a gorgeous view of the bay. read more

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Celebrated a big birthday and our meal could not have been better. From the delicious and refreshing sparkling pear martini to the perfectly cooked steaks and scallops and arugula crusted halibut to the indulgent shared desserts, everything was perfect. We lucked out with a beautiful evening to enjoy the beautiful view from our window seats. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. Chuckanut Manor is a very special place. Highly recommend it for your next special occasion. Even if it's not a special occasion, your experience there will make it so. read more

Great dining experience in the area, especially in these uncertain times. Stumbled upon here for a late lunch / early dinner with my family of 4 - we kept getting turned away from other restaurants along the road due to not having prior reservations. It was understandable given COVID and that it was Saturday. By the third time, I decided to call Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill and was able to secure a 4:30 pm reservation the same day, and we were only 20 minutes away. LOGISTICS Unlike a certain restaurant up the road... this place has ample parking available and the same gorgeous views. In fact you can even enjoy the waterfront views from the parking lot, which we did after our meal to enjoy the sunset. The property is quite lovely and I imagine in the summer it must have great outdoor seating. They seem to have plenty of room for tables as well, but they were taking appropriate COVID precautions with masks, spacing, etc. The dining area has plenty of windows to enjoy the view, but if you want to sit right next to the window you'll likely need a reservation. Since we called in last minute for a reservation, we were seated right next to the window for unobstructed views. But other parties would come in, asking to be seated by the window like us, only to be told those tables were "reserved". I'm also not sure how well it's advertised, but they do offer Happy Hour pricing for their appetizers (can't recall if they had drink specials) everyday from 3-5 pm. We were able to take advantage of this! SERVICE Despite coming in with a last minute reservation, the staff were friendly in seating us a few minutes early. The server even informed us we could order off the Happy Hour menu until 5 pm, which was a nice surprise on a Saturday! He would even check in on us right before 5 pm to see if we wanted to order more food. The food came out pretty quickly but we were also dining before the dinner rush. No issues in getting our waters refilled or getting the check, which is becoming a problem due to the industry wide shortage of workers for restaurants. FOOD Our family ordered a few rounds of appetizers and dishes to try out as family. The appetizers alone were enough to make a meal for our hungry family of four (we had been hiking in the area). Shigoku Oysters (Raw, half shell): I thought it a bit odd their menu online and in house did not explicitly state that they served raw oysters, but I was glad I asked, especially given the area, The oysters were shucked well, no shell, and they tasted sweet and briny. They're on the smaller side, but very flavorful. I preferred them with a little bit of horse radish and some of the mignonette sauce or lemon; not a huge fan of cocktail sauce on my oysters. Salmon Special of the Night: Salmon dishes are a dime a dozen in Seattle, but the sauce and sides set this one apart. The salmon was cooked and seasoned well with a miso sauce and sesame crust. It came with some honey glazed butternut squash that paired well with the miso sauce. Mashed potatoes were good, creamy with a lot of garlic flavor. A good salmon dish overall! Crispy Brussels Sprouts: They match the description - they are indeed crispy, not the horrible mushy, baked variant you see places pass off as "crispy". They were tossed in some sweet vinaigrette and had this sorta nutty sauce on the side. I really enjoyed the char on them and the raisins made for a nice sweet accent. Recommend getting these if you like your sprouts! Steamed Clams: I'm not big on clams (I prefer mussels)... but these were really good! The lemongrass broth was an amazing pairing with the clams and longanisa sausage; very flavorful and fragrant. Clams weren't overcooked and dry, nor did they have that grittiness you sometimes get. The arugula on top, despite being more for decor, went well with the clams as well. I do recommend ordering fries on the side so you can utilize the broth more. It's a shame they don't provide bread for it. Truffle Fries: If you like crispy fries, especially with your shellfish, these hit the point! The truffle flavor wasn't overpowering (assuming it was there at all) but the fries themselves were just right in terms of crispiness.I actually liked dipping them in the lemongrass broth of my steamed clams. Pan Fried Oysters: As far as pan fried oysters go... these are OK. Personally I think the raw oysters taste better, as cooking them dries them out and the breading takes away from the oyster itself. Still it was decent with tarter sauce. I also had a seasonal cocktail called "The Apple Pie" cocktail. Good cocktail, strong but flavorful. I do appreciate the apple aspect of it since it was refreshing. OVERALL Good food in a beautiful location. We really enjoyed taking in the expansive views of Samish Bay and after dinner we stayed in the parking lot to watch the sunset. Price wise... it's expensive, but that's expected given the area and ambiance. Take advantage of those HH specials, you can make a meal. read more

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The view is great. Service is great. The food is over priced and quite simply terrible. The clam chowder tasted like a richly buttered creamy mashed potatoes with a tiny few clam pieces. The baked oysters were overly cooked and chewy. The over-cooked cheese in the shell didn't do anything good except take away from the oyster itself. The white bread and butter (for $5) came out cold and crumbled profusely to the touch. Everything is richly flavored. But it's savoring for the first couple of bites only. read more

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The dinner menu is better than the lunch but the service ambiance and overall experience at this restaurant is excellent. The food was good for lunch but I enjoyed my dinner at Chuckanut better. read more

I have a nostalgic fondness for Chuckanut Manor, from it being a special occasion destination for our family that seemed really fancy to me as a youngster. It's still one of my most favorite restaurants. Service and food is consistently fantastic. The views of the water and San Juan islands in the distance are a big draw too. The patio is lovely on a warm enough day. If you're lucky, a train will pass by and the train track is right there! The ambiance always feels like a special occasion. read more

Beautiful view; gorgeous deck. Food was so good. Staff was great. Price was high but it was such an amazing experience worth every dollar. read more

This place was great. We came here to have lunch with an old friend. The place has been renovated and all tables are by windows with beautiful view of water. The lunch menu is pretty simple. We got Caesar salad, truffle fries, tenderloin burger, and whisky crab chowder. They are all amazing, especially the fries and chowder. Their portions are large. Next time we come north, we will try this place again, maybe during dinner time. read more

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Great place to get brunch,lunch or dinner. They have great outdoor seating that overlooks the entire bay and if you're lucky, you'll even see a train pass by on the tracks close to the outdoor seating area. Overall the ambiance is just perfect. The food was great. We got Halibut and Chips and the Cioppino (seafood stew). The fish was so flaky and cooked to perfection. The fries that came with it were perfectly seasoned. The best fish and chips I've had so far! The Cioppino had an extremely delicious broth and an abundance of seafood items including oysters, shrimp and fish. The pictures don't do any justice to the quality of the food. Highly recommend this place. read more

Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill - CIOPPINO - Seafood Near Me - Bow, Washington

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My wife and I stopped by on Thursday, August 28th, which was while they had the cod fish and chips on sale for $17. Very tasty. My wife only had one fish taco, but I shared my fish and chips with her. She had a martini and I had a pilsner beer. I have been going here for more than 20 years. This place is historic with a superb location. The staff is always very friendly and professional. Great views from nearly every table. If you have never been to Chuckanut Manor, I highly recommend it. You will be pleasantly delighted. read more

My fiancé and I are visiting the northwest to see his family. We haven't had a date night in weeks and when I googled restaurants in bow near his family's home I came across the Chuckanut manor. I decided why not. Wonderful location, cute and filled with a cozy county ambience. I rarely write reviews but the service in this small town restaurant honestly blew me away. Leland was the most wonderful server. From the moment we were seated, he greeted us with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm that set a positive tone for the evening. His extensive knowledge of the menu and recommendations were spot on, showcasing not only their expertise but also a keen understanding of customer preferences. Throughout the meal, the service was impeccable. Leland was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring our drinks were always full and checking in at just the right moments. He handled our special requests with grace and efficiency, making us feel valued and appreciated. We ended our night with a stunning view of a pnw sunset and a wonderful experience that was completely unexpected. Thank you Leland and chuckanut manor. read more

Absolutely phenomenal. Food, atmosphere and staff are off the charts exceptional. Been going for many years

I have always loved Chuckanut Manor, even before they remodeled. I was there last Monday and enjoy the view and cocktails, but I was disappointed by the $28 "crab" cake. It was more a salmon cake. Did not taste crab, crab is not pink, and it tasted like a salmon cake. The menu does not mention salmon being in the crab cake, only aoili and citrus. I pointed it out to the waitress, but she said it was a crab cake. I told her I grew up locally (live across the bay on Guemes Island) and I knew the difference between salmon and crab. My two companions tasted it as well, and agreed it was more salmon than anything. She was pretty rude about it, and it stayed on my bill. I called the restaurant last week to talk to someone about it, but they never called me back. Plus, my steak, ordered to be medium rare, was more medium. read more

My wife and I treated our daughter to Chuckanut for her birthday. Reservations were easily made for the lounge via phone. Free parking can be found in the parking lot. Discover is an accepted form of payment. Upon arrival, we were promptly seated. It took 20 minutes and having to wave a staff member down to place our drink order. While waiting for service it was hard to ignore the very old stuffy grandma-ish smell of the restaurant. Our table was so unbalanced that we had to place a cloth napkin under one leg to keep from spilling our cocktails. My wife ordered a Scotch Ale for $6.50, my daughter a Pear Martini for $14 and I a glass of Fess Parker Chardonnay for $11. We shared some Bread & Butter for $4 while perusing the menu. We received three (3) slices of Breadfarm bread with a brown sugar butter compound. My daughter ordered the Manor Dozen of Oysters for $42 plus a Wedge Salad for $10. The oysters were a mixed variety, with some better than others per my daughter who absolutely loves oysters. My wife ordered the Halibut & Chips for $25. My wife enjoyed her meal choice. We all loved the seasoned fries. I ordered the Mahi Mahi for $32. This was the least favorite meal at the table. The smoke flavor overpowered the Mahi Mahi. For dessert my daughter ordered the Chocolate Cake for $10. The cake was beautifully plated and deliciously sinful. I was disappointed that Chuckanut didn't once acknowledge my daughter's birthday either by greeting or a complimentary dessert. Overall, Chuckanut is a 1-hour drive each way for us with the only redeeming quality their water view. There are many other great restaurants nearby with great views, updated ambience, quality oysters and better price points. read more

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Very yummy food, a beautiful atmosphere, and we friendly staff. Can't go wrong! We will be coming back! read more

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Amazing views, stellar service, great cocktails and food, First time here. Our server was very attentive recommended a good cocktail for me and wine for my date. Will definitely come back read more

Excellent food, lovely sunset. Mussels, oysters and Brussels sprouts for appetizers were delicious. Party had delicious steaks, cioppino, salmon; mashed potatoes and veggies were plentiful, and so good! Very pleased with food quality. On the negative side, blonde apple brownie dough was raw; our server was nice but bogged down with too many tables. Mussels only had 2 tiny pieces of bread for party of 6. In spite of those things. We will definitely return. read more

What a great place, stopped for happy hour after hiking Oyster Dome. Sat outside with my dog. Amazing service and food! The host brought a doggy water dish, she was so sweet, made sure my dog was comfy and not in the car! The server was also awesome, attentive, suggested a great cocktail for me and refilled the doggy water bowl with ice water! The food was delicious! Ambience was great. Perfect way to end my hike. Thank you hospitality staff! Cheers to you! We'll be back soon! read more

Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bow, Washington

We stayed at the flat guest house for the last several days and we can't enough about how magical this place is. The staff took such good care of us, especially Mel and Sherri who were top notched professionals. We work all the time at home and although everything was wonderful, sitting on the patio and staring while eating a crab cake slider and having a cold beer has changed my whole outlook on life. Thank you again for the amazing experience. We will never forget that trip. read more

I can only speak for their happy hour, but it was amazing! So reasonably priced, delicious drinks and a good variety of awesome small plates. I went with a girlfriend for her birthday today. The patio is beautiful to sit out on in the sun, and shout out to our server Robel who was super great! Will be back for sure! read more

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Awesome place with great scenery and service! We unfortunately got there bad just ordered starters and drinks when the power went out due to someone knocking down a power pole in the area. We had their Clam Chowder, several types of fresh Oysters and their Sourdough Bread with Garlic Butter. That was as far as we got before the blackout occurred and stopped us from getting out entrees. Would have loved to had dinner but were really happy with what we tried. Server was also outstanding! Will go back when we get back up to the area as we were visiting our daughter who lives in the area and recommended the restaurant. read more

We were sat in front of the window at 4pm and blinded by the sun. We were moved twice and finally settled for a booth where only my Husband suffered the glare of the sun. The table wasn't particularly clean, the laminate had chipped on the table top and the paper menus were old, worn and dirty, something befitting a gas station burger joint and not an overpriced restaurant by the bay. Here is what we ordered: -parmesan fries from the Happy Hour menu. They were a decent portion but the parmesan was pre-shredded which meant they didn't melt and tasted like eraser bits. -corned beef slider from the Happy Hour menu. My Husband said the meat tasted like something that came out of a tin can, nothing special, small size. -fried oysters that were very greasy and soggy, not worth $17 for five. -sirloin with two scallops, roasted veg and small dollop of mashed potatoes, not worth $55. The sirloin was a small thick medallion, smaller than my balled up fist. For this type of tough lean cut of meat, it should have been served thinner not as a chunk of tough protein. It was not seasoned well. The vegetables were swimming in oil. The two scallops were small, again nothing special. -sirloin steak with fries, blue cheese, rosemary demi and scallions for $36. I am not sure who thought the combination was a culinary success. Again the sirloin was a thick medallion, making the meat a tough chew even cooked at medium doneness. I took one bite and was immediately nauseated by the blue cheese and salt laddened demi glace that tasted like it came out of a package. The scallions looked dried and shriveled, signs that they were not fresh. I nibbled at a couple of fries and put on a brave face but even the waitress immediately picked up from the look on my face that I didn't enjoy the meal. She asked if I preferred something else and took away the dish. Unfortunately I was already put off after that and passed on another entree. -Choclate creme Brule for $14. I may be wrong but I think even the waitress felt embarrassed by what she brought out. The dessert was served in a small ramekin, something a home-cook would use, topped with burnt sugar and three overripe raspberries. The creme tasted greasy and artificial, did not taste of eg yolks or real dairy, it was not a genuine chocolate taste. Completely uninspiring and not worth the calories or $14. -coffee for $3.50, freshly brewed but nothing special. Overall, even with the sirloin steak frites taken off the bill, it was $101 before tax and tips. This was not the first time we have eaten at the restaurant. In fact we have tried this place at least four times during different seasons and hours of the day. Generally the service and ambience are okay, but ultimately given that it is a restaurant that charges top dollars, it is woefully poor in food quality. The menu is limited, the specials for the day have no association with the theme of the restaurant or the rest of the menu. The special of the night included brown glazed cod, deconstructed fajitas with rib eye steak and hard taco shell for $70 or tamales. I am not sure how any of it relates other than maybe the chef is trying to clear out the freezer so anything goes. I think Chef Joey needs to refocus, retrain or hire better cooks. Better yet, they need a new head chef or restaurant operator. We have done our best to patronize this establishment since 2018 but will never go back again. The food is just not good and made worse by the exorbitant price. My Husband said that if he were to write a review, it would in fact be short and succinct. It would just read, "pure shite". read more

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Great find! From start to finish, we had a great experience. The restaurant is beautiful, but doesn't feel too pretentious. The host greeted us warmly as he seated us promptly for our 6:30 reservation. Sherry, our server was amazing. She is also a mixologist! She made our cocktails, which had a nice, balanced flavor + a strong pour I had the raspberry martini. We started off with the truffle fries, which were nice and crisp, but tender on the inside. We also had the seared ahi. The accompanied veggies were nice and crisp and super flavorful--great combination. And we had the fresh oyster sample--because how often do you get fresh, local oysters? We then had the wedge salads. These were good, but not a strong recommend. Our entrees were the "Manor." Tender and tasty. Our server was informative, pleasant, and attentive. Definitely recommend! read more

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Hard to miss with the peaceful and expansive bayside view. The restaurant has confortable well furnished dining rooms with not a bad seat in the house. The service was attentive even though we arrived at the "big lull" between lunch & dinner, yet the service and food was well timed. Despite a largely uninspired and uninspiring menu, the food was excellently sourced and prepared. The clams and mussels were cooked to perfection, not the least bit over or undercooked. Their broth made great dipping for the fries. Our steak and sticky rice plate was very good. Tender steak, nice sauce. The fries? I'm not a fan of those pre-prepared slightly breaded fries. Yes they are crispy, but the added wheat starch is totally unnecessary. The roasted peppers were a bit spicier than traditional dishes we've had, but well cooked - nice char & crispy notes. No mention of care for dietary restrictions or gluten free options. read more

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Came here on our way out of Bellingham back to Seattle to enjoy an early dinner and watch the sunset. Our reservation was at 4:30 and we walked in at 4:35 because we had to take photos of the amazing sunset outside. We were finally acknowledged by the host. He was not at the hostess table when we came in. He ended up telling us it would be a few minutes to get our table ready and proceeded to make a call. I think he had just ran a credit card through for a pick up order? Then he went to set up our table. We waiting almost 10 minutes after the time he acknowledged us for all this to take place. We were seated at 4:16. I feel if you have actual people present ignoring them is rude. By the time we got to the table the sun was so much farther down and we missed some amazing views as we stood waiting in a tight waiting area. They had a closed shutter screen blocking all views into the dining room. The food was good. The service was okay. Our waitress had a weird smiling skeleton mouth and nose mask on that was a little off putting. A little girl was fussy and crying at a nearby table. I wonder if the mask scared her. I love restaurants with cozy, relaxed vibes but there should be a level of professionalism that should always remain the standard around food and service. read more

Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill - Sunset - Seafood Near Me - Bow, Washington

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When first entering premise, I smelled an old smell. It made me question my choice to eat here. It didn't last long, so we continued into the place. Walking in I saw the rug. Yuck! It's old, worn and the 'walking path' stain is notably unable to be removed. The chairs and tables are new but please pull up that rug. All the employees were friendly. Our server was very nice. We were seated by the window. There are four sections with great water view seating. The tables in the first two areas were full, so we were seated in section three in between two other tables. I would have liked to go into the next section so we'd be alone but as an ex-server myself, I understood and didn't request a change. I ordered the fish and chips. My husband ordered fish tacos. The menu reads lightly breaded for the fish and chips. The fish was heavily coated. I don't know why they are so oily. They are cooked in clean oil which is a plus. The fish was tender and delicious. All in all, it was good tasting and flavorful and the coleslaw was excellent. My husband liked the fish tacos. It looked as though he had the same fish but wrapped in a tortilla with fresh diced tomatoes and coleslaw. He really enjoyed his meal. I recommend this place. The fish is excellent. Even the batter was delicious. Tip your servers well. They need it to stay in this business and to serve us! It looks as though this establishment is updating their facility. I hope the rug is next in line for renovations. I gave four stars because of the rug. read more

Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill - View. - Seafood Near Me - Bow, Washington

Amazing view. Amazing food. Great service. Friendly attentive staff. Perfect experience.

The food was good but I had two complaints I got the steak frites and the steak was the smallest piece of meat I have ever had in a restaurant Also they charge $5 for bread and butter, at the prices this place charges I don't' think that is acceptable and it was not the best bread we ever had Also the dessert was over priced read more

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Nothing about the wonderful experience has changed a bit--friendly service, right on point, amazing food, comes out fast, and the view is unbeatable. It's still clean and festive and fun inside, though the decor is unassuming. They're still offering a sophisticated, adventurous menu that finds room for a couple classics (Steak Oscar, Oysters Rockefeller), and the happy hour has unbeatable appetizer deals. The bar program is right on point in every way, even offering delicious-sounding virgin cocktails. What's worth mentioning in the way of change is the front entrance. They really put the effort into making the outside feel like the thriving restaurant that it is--big portico with nice glass doors, plenty of elbow room, and a great understated setting for the host station. The hallways are bigger and the bathrooms are way updated. It feels a little less like a secret place you discovered, but it feels infinitely nicer. And it never lacked for feeling nice, either. These guys are doing it all the way right and it feels like they will be for a good long time. read more

Outstanding service, food and atmosphere. The whole vibe of this restaurant was relaxed but classy.

We came here as a large group a few weeks ago. The ambience and surroundings is outstanding as this restaurant sits high on the land and below there are railway tracks and beyond which is the lake. Simply superb view and would be great for Sunset Dinners. We ordered burgers, tacos and linguinis along with beers. Food was excellent however, extremely expensive. A plate of linguini was $30. Whew! Not really worth it. Overall a lovely place to celebrate any special occasion. read more

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