Great, slightly hidden cafe in Friday Harbor! The close quartered space made the visit feel personable in a way. The barista was friendly and eager to answer any of our questions about the menu. We ordered the Buttercream latte and the Tighty Whitey latte, both iced and with oat milk. Each respective latte was well-balanced and tasted great, accurately portraying how the barista described them. Will be back next time we are visiting the island! read more

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Very tiny and cute coffee shop on the island. The baristas are friendly and nice too. I came here twice during our visit to San Juan Island. Their Salish Sea Fog (London Fog) was my favorite, it was fragrant and perfectly sweet. I even got the same tea bag and tried to make it at home. My partner is a mocha lover, and he said their mocha was good. read more

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Tiny coffee shop with no seating but just an entrance and a narrow hall to order and go. The coffee was delicious and flavorful. I got the Third Eye Coffee and it has 7 mushrooms and it was quite earthy. The honey lavender had really delicious sweet lavender floral taste. The coffee was great but we came across a not great experience with a lady/customer in line. She told us to wait outside since the owner doesn't like when the coffee shop is packed as it made him nervous. We acknowledged what she said. The tone was rude and stated, "well, aren't you going to go?" But we were holding the door for her to go out first since we have manners. If what she said was true, I think it would be better if the owner had a sign of some sort so folks aren't scolded but this lady. I tried to tell myself she doesn't represent the coffee shop but it did make me just want to leave to another shop. When we walked by the coffee shop throughout the day since we walked around town, there were definitely multiple people waiting inside like we did. Sooo... read more

Crows Nest Coffee Shoppe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

This is the raddest little coffee...literal hole in the wall. There was one man working down a narrow hallway making drinks as fast as he could and checking you at the register when they were done. He is a man of few words but friendly enough and honestly matched the vibe. With mushroom coffee available I think they have taken on a mushroom theme with mugs and drawings on the menu and hanging mushrooms and pins and stickers. It's cute and unique and a vibe without over doing it. The space is tiny only 4 people can stand comfortably 6 and it's a tight squeeze. They have a house made chai that I added to my iced matcha with almond milk. It was refreshing and delicious, I also bought a cool pro LGBTQIA+ pin and a plant based protein bar that was so yummy on my whale watching trip later in the day. The peanut butter jelly flavor, try it! I'll be back for sure. read more

I always love trying cafes when I travel. As a tea drinker, I wanted to grab matcha while on San Juan Island. There were a few options, but Crows Nest was close to where I was staying. A small spot, with good vibes and yummy drinks! The coffee shop is super small and narrow! Probably three people at most can fit in while others wait outside. In the cafe, they have the menus posted plus some fun stickers and decor. You order and pay, they'll typically make your drinks right then and there but you can always wait outside. Friendly neighborhood service and charm are found here! I was intrigued by their specialty drinks. They are quite accommodating and can make your requests a reality! I asked if their syrups could be added to matcha. I ended up getting the Salish Sea Fog with Soy Milk and Pistachio Rose Matcha Latte with Oat Milk. The Salish Sea Fog was like a London fog--fragrant, floral, and light. I enjoyed my matcha and could taste a light pistachio flavor and a subtle rose hint at the end. It was creamy and kept me caffeinated. For coffee drinkers, Crows Nest Coffee Shoppe seems like a popular spot for residents and visitors! I recommend coming here for their specialty drinks and nice service. They're located off Spring Street and can be easy to pass up. Look for their sign above and the red door! Street parking is free all around town. read more

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This is the anti-Starbucks! The coffee is better and the place has character. We were wandering around Friday Harbor killing time and my brother said they have good coffee so we gave it a try. I was amazed at how tiny the place was, but the sole staff was friendly and the coffee was great. I had an espresso shot, which was perfect in all regards including shot size! My brother had a frozen coffee drink with dark chocolate chunks. I usually don't like those but the chocolate and coffee were of such good quality, I loved it! read more

Wow, these coffee drinks are so unique and delicious! I went here early May (not even summer peak season yet) a little before 8am and there was a line out the door. Maybe we stumbled in a rush of a large group, but we waited 10 minutes for coffee, which is a bit more than I would expect around here, but it was worthwhile. We got the madrona latte and the third eye latte, as well as a PB&J protein bar and matcha mint chip cookie (the latter two from other local vendors, so I won't review mainly those but they were substantial and delicious). The madrona latte is made from madrona tree which is quite unique, and the flavors are fairly subtle so you can still taste the quality of the coffee. The third eye latte has mushroom and vanilla and it tastes fairly good. I would recommend the madrona latte as this type of tree is fairly local and it is good to try something that you otherwise would not be able to get in other parts of the world. One thing of note is don't expect latte art - main emphasis is the quality of the drinks, then placed into a cup. The owner / barista is fairly nice. He brought out the madrona syrup and third eye mix for us to take a look while he prepares the coffee, to keep us entertained. Amongst the other coffee shops I have been around Friday Harbor / San Juan Island, I would go back here again to try the other specialty drinks! read more

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A literal hole in the wall coffee shop. Every time we passed by, there was a line so I knew I had to try. I ordered a matcha lemonade and they traditionally make the matcha where it's sifted and whisked in a bowl with a bamboo tea whisk. The matcha lemonade was great! It had a nice balance of matcha and lemonade. read more

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Randomly found this while driving to the ferry. Tiny little shop, it's between two buildings, it's a red door and you can miss it if you aren't paying attention. Definitely try this out, owner is friendly and easy going. Coffee was good. They also have mushroom coffee if that's your thing. Loved that they had gluten free local treat options. Dark mocha iced - 8/10 good and not too sweet. It had a kind of almond taste not so much dark mocha but it was good. Coffee quality is there. Light mocha iced- 9/10 good and strong but not sweet. Peanut butter and jelly treat - 10/10 delicious for all my peanut butter and jelly fans. Service - 10/10 friendly and quick read more

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Charming and excellent with friendly service. The location is pitch perfect in this fabulous town, and the seating is comfortable. It gets busy here later in the morning, so we only linger when there's space to stand (like now at 6:45 am). We return every time we're in Friday Harbor because it's a great business that meets our coffee needs. I haven't tried the food, but it looks wonderful. read more

I loved this place so much I went almost every day on my visit. Creative lattes and great coffee in a fun location.

This is a cute, tiny coffee shop with no seating at all. The entire space is about the width of the doorway. I got the matcha latte and really liked the flavor. That said, they need better lids. Mine leaked every time I took a sip, and my friend's did the same. read more

Unique menu - Quick - Perfect For A Stroll Came here first during our meander downtown. Loved their coffee menu, it was hard to choose! I ordered the coffee with mushrooms and it was great. Awesome baristas, tiny little hole in the wall place. Stop here if you have time! read more

I was looking for a different type coffee shop in Friday Harbor and this came up on Yelp. Great find! I had the honey lavender and my friend had their chai. The chai is homemade and yummy. Next time I'm having the barista's favorite. The Third Eye. Latte with cardamom and a few other flavors. Cute place too! read more

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Ordered two lattes; both were excellent. We are coffee snobs, and these were so good. Offered every type of milk, lots of cool and traditional flavors if that's what you like. Great service, cute little narrow building. read more

Got a quick bite to eat at another location of Crows Nest Coffee. We got a dragon fruit pitaya bowl, peanut butter banana toast with honey and a cappuccino. Food was delicious on a hot summer day. The open seating was nice too. Their gardens had hummingbirds flying around. The service was swift and the staff was super nice. read more

We came here 3 times during our 4 day stay on San Juan Island because the drinks were so good! The honey lavender latte was perfectly made each time I ordered it, and the matcha lattes my husband had were excellent as well. Don't skip this tiny coffee spot, it's a local gem! read more

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Excellent coffee with fun flavor combinations. I had a lavender honey latte and it was delicious. read more

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Friendly vegan menu options and everyone is so kind. They always have a line but it's worth the wait.

Amazing and unique lattes! The coffee was worth the long line and a perfect way to end our time on the island.

Hands down the best coffee in Friday Harbor. John the owner is fantastic. The Madrona Latte is perfection.

Good espresso to go. Easy to walk up to counter and my oat milk latte had great foam. Will go there again

Excellent service! Delicious pastries, avocado toast was amazing! Huge coffee and tea selection. Very friendly staff! Would definitely stop by there again! read more

this has been consistently the best coffee and Fred harbor for years. There is a reason the line goes down the street be patient and you'll be glad you did. read more