Let's start out with service. The young man Alex was very pleasant, helpful and friendly…read more The food was over the top good especially the French Onion Soup. One of the best I've had. I got the risotto my wife the steak. Both very good. Would definitely come here again.

I've been visiting Bainbridge for years…read more Oddly, I've never been enticed to come here. The pictures on line make it look boring and like more of a "hotel restaurant". LUCKILY! It's Sunday and not much is open for a nice brunch, so I decided to try it. I had to wait a bit as they were short staffed (island life) and had quite the line. I was finally seated by Holly. Holly was receptionist / my waitress. First? She was AWESOME! What a gem they have. I hope they take care of her so she's inclined to stay there. I perused the menu and suddenly, bottom right corner, something unique caught my eye. A coconut curry noodle dish with shrimp. Holly explained to me that their chef had spent extensive to in Korea? Vietnam? I'm so sorry that detail escaped me. Just know, it's the BEST DISH I've had since I've been on Orcas. Overall, such a wonderful experience. I'll definitely be back next time I'm here. Thank you Orcas for finally having some flavor diversity! And yes, it's a beautiful place with amazing views of the water.

Last knight, we celebrated our 39th wedding anniversary. We call ahead and made a reservation with…read morea special request of being seated by a window with a view. The table that was given to us, had the most incredible and breathtaking view. Our server's name Lauren L., Gave us a wonderful experience. Her service exceeded our expectations. Thank you Lauren!! Next time we visit the island make sure that we'll look for you. Food was out of this world.

Mmmm! Coming from the desert of AZ we needed seafood! The crab cakes hit the spot! To die for with…read morethat aioli. The fish and chips were based just enough and had great flavor. The clam pot was packed with buttery goodness. Also,i we enjoyed being able to watch some world cup soccer games as well

A must stop right outside Friday harbor/Roche! Make a…read morereservation for picnic tables or walk in at the Net shed. Bring a jacket if there is wind as it can get chilly outside. Arrive by boat or car

Beautiful location ! Service and food!…read moreIf you like relaxing and genuine local color and flavor

Food was great, my uncultured swine of a family didn't understand the burnt edgeds. Front desk was…read morenice plus food was quick. Wasn't a fan on the dead animal furniture.

Good: - The Summer Things salad! So yummy…read more- pizza Meh: - the other two salad dishes - carrot dish (it was good but be so fr, I wouldn't pay that much for 3 grilled carrots with yogurt) - Houlme dog (it just tastes like a regular Costco hotdog...with some seaweed on top...) Probably don't come here if you have a big party or are in a rush, since they won't let you order some of their meat dishes.

This is one of the fewer food options available late, so we were fortunate to go here after a ferry…read moredelay! The downstairs lounge is 21+ but offers ample seating and a great view of the water. We were able to find a table for 6 people. The menu is limited in the lounge, but decent. I ordered a hamburger with fries. The fries were really good. I also ordered a red wine - I like that they have 6oz and 10oz options. It was very busy Friday evening, so it took quite a while to get our food. They mentioned having a small kitchen. I hope they are able to improve on this soon.

Every visit to Orcas......I try…read more One time? Ordered the fish and chips. When I cut into the fish? And I'm NOT kidding, the middle part of the fish was BLUE. I told the waitress and she said "no, the kitchen temps everything". Me. Um .....NO they don't .....but you keep on believing that. The second time I ordered something it was the pot pie. The filling had ZERO flavor and tasted like it came out of a can. This week? I thought. SIGH....ok. I'll try again. I ordered the chicken wings. Now. This is probably personal preference. But, I tore off the skin trying to get away from that weird sauce. It was so sweet! Think I ate two naked pieces of chicken and called it. That all said? The restaurant is right on the water so the views are great. The staff is kind and VERY attentive. Can't say I won't try again. Maybe next time I'd try the wings without sauce. Or! I'd like to try their Irish egg rolls :)

We had a fabulous experience here. The atmosphere is so welcoming. Everyone is so nice. We loved…read moresitting 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!

A colleague I met shared she lives in the San Juan Islands. When I told her I was visiting, she…read morerecommended 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!

Food and service were great, ambiance was 10/10. My son raved about the tartar sauce. I loved the…read moremimosa flight (mango, blood orange, and kiwi).

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!

Nice views, good food. Nice summertime choice, i believe it is closed in the mid fall to early…read moreSummer.

Had a wonderful (generous!) omelet this morning Ham,…read moremushroom and avocado. A delish latte and wonderful service. There is also a bar and a little store.

This is a great place to buy raw or cooked crab spot prawns and oysters for your boatread more

How can you beat fresh seafood on the Marina dock? Get your own LOL! Check it out, and enjoy!!read more

Quality products. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Friday Harbor needs a fresh fish market like…read morethis one. It is not always open as advertised, which can be frustrating. Maybe a sign at the top of the dock would help.

Friendly,helpful, and super fresh & delicious seafood! Will…read moredefinitely return, and try more Add to your to-do list!