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    Dad's Diner

    4.5 (618 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Kai C.

    We took a jaunt up to Anacortes over the weekend to meet friends for a birthday brunch. This was the spot they chose. It is easily located on a popular street, right down from the "welcome to Anacortes" sign. Parking is readily available. It's busy but the tables turnover quickly. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. The food was filling and I would say "homestyle."

    Biscuit sandwich. 5/5 stars!
    Keri M.

    Not a long wait around noon on a sunny summer weekend. We were given a table with silverware and filled glasses of water. We were confused because we weren't given any menus to look at. So we sat there for a couple of minutes until a server came by and asked us if we were ready to order. She cleared the confusion when she mentioned that we needed to scan their QR code. Their menu is so creative! The food is anything but basic! I ordered the biscuit sandwich with pulled pork. Daaaaaammn!!!!! The biscuit itself was really good but the pulled pork... was stupid good. That was thee best pulled pork I've ever had! I've lived in Austin and Texas doesn't come close to this. (I hope I'm not offending anyone) This place has historic charm with a feel-good vibe.

    Fabulous! Everything was absolutely delicious. Plentiful servings. Delightful food plus friendly service in a fun, cozy environment.

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    Louie F.

    Generally when I see Diner in the name I think comfort food and nothing interesting. That is not what you need to think when you are going to Dads. A quick comment about my food preferences, if I am ordering a burger, I don't like big half raw burgers that tend to be what restaurants serve. I took a chance here and got their Oklahoma onion burger. Because, I love onion burgers in Oklahoma City. The verdict... These were better! Bun was perfect, burgers perfectly cooked. Not raw but juicy! My only complaint was service was a little slow but, so worth the burger quality!

    Ham (incredible), over easy eggs and French toast.
    Monique

    The food is always amazing at Dads Diner in Anacortes Wa. The service is impeccable, very relaxed, great people. Love all the pictures inside & chatting with the staff. I can't wait to try the dinner menu!

    John G.

    Stopped here on our way to Anacortes Ferry Terminal. This definitely is a must stop. Nonstop locals in and out of this place. Has a diner / cafe feel with a ton of pictures on the wall. And lots and lots of globes. Meant to ask about the globes but forgot. My wife and I split the Pancrepe (the size of a small manhole cover) and the Avocado Toast 2.0. Pancrepe light and tasty and the Avocado toast on a slice of focaccia with bacon and 2 poached eggs. Focaccia was crispy on the surface yet wonderfully soft on the inside. Prefer this over a piece sourdough toast any day. Wait staff is friendly and attentive. The young lady today especially helpful. Oh and try their 3 hot sauces. I bought two of them. The salsa verde one was my least favorite.

    Pork Belly Belgian Waffles
    Dean H.

    Stepping into Dad's Diner in Anacortes is like coming home - the casual atmosphere is immediately welcoming, setting the perfect tone for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. It's the kind of place where you instantly feel comfortable, ready to settle in and savor the experience. What truly adds a spark of interest to the diner's charm are the many photos on the wall. From floor to ceiling, hundreds of framed pictures of beloved fathers, brought in by customers, create a heartwarming and unique gallery. Each photo tells a story, making the space feel deeply personal and connected to the community. It's a delightful touch that invites conversation and adds to the cozy, familial vibe. Beyond the inviting decor, the staff at Dad's Diner are truly exceptional. They are always friendly, greeting you with genuine warmth. What's even more impressive is their knack for remembering your preferences and even past orders, making you feel like a valued regular from your very first visit. They're also happy to make recommendations, guiding you through their delicious menu with helpful suggestions. This personalized attention elevates the dining experience, making each visit feel special. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast or a satisfying lunch, Dad's Diner delivers not just great food, but a truly memorable and heartwarming experience. It's a must-visit in Anacortes!

    Dads double smashed
    Hannah J.

    Wowza! This places hit all my needs after a nice beach walk up in Anacortes. The vibes when walking in were spectacular, the music was very indie/chill/pop, there was so much to look at and so much art! The staff was fun and made sure we were stocked with waters, sauces, napkins and all our needs. The food was outrageously good. I got the brisket mushroom melt and even the leftovers were bomb! Everyone else finished their food so fast, they were bummed they didn't have leftovers like me haha.

    Hash
    Alexa M.

    Stopped here heading back from the islands for breakfast. I got the Hash and it was so so good. The potatoes were perfectly spiced and the crème was delicious. Service was great as well! Got 3 coffees during my 45 min stop before we hit the road!!!

    Short spare rib rice plate- recommend!
    Erica C.

    Had an eye on this place even before we arrived to town for the weekend. And oh man oh man! We will definitely be back again. Service was amazing and food came out in a timely manner and warm. It's located in downtown in a great spot with plenty of street parking. If you notice a line, scan the QR code on the outdoor sign to place yourself on the waitlist. You'll be notified through text. I spotted the rice bowl and couldn't choose between the pork belly or the spare ribs so I asked the waitress and she definitely recommended the spare ribs. The spare rib rice bowl did not disappoint! It was well seasoned, tender, aioli added such a nice touch. The broccolini was cooked very well. Next visit, I'll ask for more aioli to dip the ribs in. So good! My bf got the Oklahoma fried onion burger. It looked so good with the ooey gooey cheese. The onions were cut quite thick but overall good flavor. Opted in for the large jojos which needed some more seasoning to add flavor, or at least salt. The spicy aioli would have gone well with it.

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    3 years ago

    Quite amazing food and super friendly owner! I highly recommend the breakfast hash with pork belly.

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    Food was great, we had French toast and fried rice, both excellent. Service was also great, can't wait to go back!

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    Food was fantastic. Service was fantastic. Atmosphere was fun and casual. Family friendly.

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    Delicious and friendly. Hash was outstanding. Excellent collection of globes, photos and lunch boxes!

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    Amazing food quick service very thoughtful and hella chill place and prices are very good to

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    Loved the breakfast! We are looking forward to coming back next time we're in town! Good work!

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    M&C BBQ - M & C BB!

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    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    We found this place totally by happenstance, and so glad we did…read more So it's the 4th of July 2023 on our way to Fort Casey. With a little time on our hands we drive into Anacortes since we've never really been there, only passing through to catch the ferry. Realizing it's the 4th, we happen to catch the tail end of the Anacortes 4th of July Parade. At this point it's around if not after lunch time. Well with crowds and traffic we go on a walk-about in search of food and not more than a klick from our position we find this nice little lot by the marina with some food trailers. Choices, choices, choices, those being Chinese food, BBQ and Gourmet Hot Dogs. First choice was the dogs, but the line was a little long for us. So we went with BBQ...again glad we did. It was a bit of wait, since it had just opened not to long ago, some folks already waiting and one person doing food prep, cooking, taking orders and running the till, he mentioned waiting for someone else so help was on the way, but he did great, and the wait wasn't that bad. So for lunch we had one beef brisket sammy, two pulled pork sammys, one topped with coleslaw and with other with mac-n-cheese and beans on the side. First the sides, both probably one of the best I've had, no seriously. I'm not a real big mac-n-cheese guy, but this one was damn tasty. I love that I could tasted the cheese and it was not weak in flavor. I thought it was as good as if not better than that one Pike Place Mac-n-Cheese place. Then there was the beans, OMG, those baked beans were no joke...awesome! I so wished I'd gotten more of that. Then the sammys: The brisket was so tender, so juicy with some excellent flavor. Not smothered in BBQ sauce, it was just the perfect amount and tasted so good! The pulled pork sammys were excellent, lotsa pork with the perfect amount of sauce so they complimented each other flavor-wise so it's not all BBQ sauce you taste. Bottom line, some DAMN GOOD BBQ! Some restaurant's idea of BBQ is to take meat and cover/drown it in sauce-ugh. i.e. Applebee's bottomless riblets (only thing going for it is that it is bottomless-but it's nothing more than BBQ sauce with meat texture....I digress). Anyhow, the next time we are passing through, this definitely will be a stop. Surprised not to find it on YELP so I had to add it myself. It was that good! Now hopefully you can support a local small business and get some excellent BBQ too!

    Great food, great people. Thanks me back to the hood of my youth…read more If you're looking for southern soul, this is da place. I'll be back.

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    Bastion Brewing

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    This place had so many great selections And so many different ways to be seated with your friends…read more You can be with a big group or a small cozy setting outside.

    I really try not to let a few bad reviews sway me from trying an establishment, but I have to echo…read morewhat a few of them before me have said: the service/personality is severely lacking here. For what feels like no apparent reason. The bartender slinging beers--truly seemed annoyed and miserable with his life. And then the woman taking food orders? Also acted very inconvenienced. It was just kind of unsettling and unwelcoming. And then there's the part about the unexplained wait time for our food order. My sister ordered after us and received her brisket nachos in what felt like a timely manner. 10-15-20 minutes went by before we finally inquired about the wait of our brisket poutine. The same lady who took our order just matter-of-factly told us, "it's still being worked on," before another employee came to offer more of an explanation, stating that their ticket system had failed and missed some orders. At that point, we just wanted to cancel the order altogether and get on our way, but we were assured that it was being prepared. So then we opted to take it to go. Overall, what a wildly disappointing dining experience. Our to-go poutine had 3 whole cheese curds (had to pay for extra) and brisket that looked like dog kibble. I hate to dog on establishments, but this is one I really cannot recommend.

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    The food, atmosphere and service was fantastic! I ordered the Sofia Loren and was not disappointed!…read more(It was the table favorite!) Worth the drive... I live in Bellevue. :) Thanks Raffaele and Nicholas for a wonderful experience!

    I don't know whether to rave about the phenomenal food or the exceptional service first. We drive…read moreover an hour just to eat here. We're originally from NY but let me tell you, Nonna Luisa Ristorante beats "the best," most well known Italian restaurants in and around NYC. Hands down. There's no way anyone could possibly leave this place feeling anything other than full, happy, and excited to come back. Like a true Italian family, Nonna's won't let anyone go hungry. We were planning on having dinner here one night but the ferry was late. By the time we pulled up it was already 30 minutes after they closed so we sat in our car parked across the street looking up what other places might still be open. The owner happened to be outside and shouts "Are you hungry?!" They had already cleared out for the night, there weren't people still sitting down eating. But he invited us in anyway. I would've expected our server Carmen to be annoyed because I'm sure she wanted to go home but instead she welcomed us in just like the owner did. We thanked her and apologized but she said "that's what we do here, we take care of people." They even gave us a free desert since we were celebrating a birthday. Come here because you're hungry, come here to celebrate, come here because you don't feel like cooking, come here because it's a random Wednesday... just come here.

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    Consistency matters. Consistency in the quality of food. Consistency in service. The restaurant…read morebusiness runs on small margins and every customer gets earned with difficulty and lost with ease. Consistency also matters when it comes to my red curry. Red curry is a simple dish and that nice texture of coconut milk adds a rich comfort to a simple a delicious dish. When the coconut milk separates and achieves that watery consistency, it loses everything. The good news is that it's easy to detect, because a flavorless red curry with a texture barely up to the consistency of water, it's absolutely disgusting. Yes, I called and let the business know. Yes, they offered to remake it. No, I didn't accept, that's not good enough. Takeout means the need to monitor the food at the moment it goes out. It's impossible to dish up a watery red curry and not know. Not doing so simply means someone didn't care. I also don't care now. I don't care to support a business that doesn't support me. I'm not going to drive back to the store to fix two mistakes, one not cooking the dish right and two, going ahead and dishing it up so my dinner is ruined. You didn't just ruin a dish, you ruined a relationship, lost a customer. Gone. Because somebody made a choice and now I have also. Disappointing.

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    Bob's Chowder Bar - Chowder & fish taco

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    I spent several weeks in the San Juan Islands earlier this summer, and was really looking forward…read moreto finding amazing clam chowder while staying in the area. I sampled chowder at several other restaurants and was extremely disappointed by how watery and lackluster the flavor was. Then I found Bob's Chowder Bar! On our way home from the San Juan Islands, I spotted Bob's out of the corner of my eye. We were starving and had planned to visit a drive-thru for dinner, but after much protesting my husband agreed to pull over so we could check the place out. The restaurant was closing in 25 minutes, so I was a little hesitant to eat in, but the staff encouraged us to stay. It's a good thing we did, because to this day that bowl of chowder remains one of my favorite I've ever had. It was rich and creamy, and loaded with tender bits of clam. The potatoes weren't overcooked, and had a soft bite to them, and the soup wasn't overly salty. The restaurant has a fun, colorful vibe with lots of local flavor. There is interior seating, as well as extensive outdoor seating. Although the restaurant is on a busy street, through the usage of awnings oversized umbrellas, the seating area feels peaceful and inviting. The staff were incredibly gracious by encouraging us to stay! They stopped by to ask us questions about our visit to the islands, and wished us safe travels on our way home. We had a wonderful time visiting Bob's and would love to return when we find ourselves in this area once again.

    Last day in Washington and we decided to go up to Anacortes after hiking Deception Pass State Park-…read morewe had worked up an appetite! Quick google search, and a stop into another local eatery, we landed at Bob's! Specials are listed by the front door, seating outside and inside, we were sat immediately. John went with the special that was a 2 piece cod and chips and a beer (beer made locally), Eddie went with the shrimp scampi & I had their made in house clam chowder with a garlic biscuit. John's fish was perfect. Eddie loved his scampi (I tried a prawn- delicious). My chowder- I think the boys were grateful to try it and wished they had ordered it! The biscuit however- hard as a rock. It was a giant crouton. lol- but the drinks and food, otherwise, was wonderful. Service was friendly and fast. Great little spot to grab lunch with views of the harbor.

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    The old store before they added on.

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