State 42 Wines ended up being one of my favorite stops in Poulsbo. I ordered a glass of Vignot and…read morethought it was a great pour for the price. The woman working was incredibly kind and welcoming, the kind of person who makes you want to stay and hang out a little longer. Since they were closing for a few days, she even let me take the rest of the bottle home, which really stood out to me. The space itself is cozy inside with a relaxed vibe, and outside seating is perfect for enjoying the town center. Such a great spot to unwind if you're in Poulsbo.

Stopped into State 42 to have a flight with my mum and girlfriend on a recent day trip to Poulsbo…read more The place was packed so we were anticipating some good wine. We ordered a white flight and a red flight. These wines, all eight, missed the mark for me by a mile and change--Odd palettes with zero complexity. A couple whites had no discernable flavor and the reds were flat. I'm by no means a wine snob, not even close, but even I can tell when artistry is present in a bottle. State 42 wines are just not for me, so take my words with as big of a grain of salt as you like. I know these little wineries work very hard and I've yet to have a "bad" experience at any winery, including this one, despite the noise level. Their wine simply didn't win me over and that's ok.

The wine was amazing, however, the human experience and stories about Bainbridge Island and the…read morecommunity is what made this even more incredible. The owner Mike, is a wonderful story teller and passionate farmer whose deep understanding of the PNW wine industry and the cold climate growth really made us appreciate the wine we were drinking. We took two bottles to our room for our winter stay and cannot wait to return in the summer. As a history lover I loved and appreciated everything his vintner offered. Ask questions and support! This place is a gem

Quaint vineyard with incredible wines and knowledge. This is the perfect space to slow down, enjoy…read morethe vibes and savor the wine. Our host was incredibly knowledgeable about the wine and local areas.

First timers to this winery but not to wineries. Beautiful landscaping, outdoor seating only, and…read morethey pre selected the tasting flight. We didn't eat or snack here. The host was very friendly and knowledgeable. We weren't a fan of the mainly white option, and the preselected tasting menu. We sat outside near a heater, luckily if not I would have been cold, on this rainy day. Also they only waive tasting fee with 3 bottles of wine.

Quaint little winery with beautiful views! Visited with some close friends and was pleasantly…read moresurprised at the wine scene out here. Glad we got to visit Bainbridge while out in Seattle :) We settled in for a wine tasting-- only around $20/person for 4 wines. I also opted for cheese/crackers ($10~). The setup was very DIY-- a quad of carafes to self-serve along with a box of crackers and a pack of goat cheese LOL. Plates, napkins, water, and silverware were available near the front patio. Staff were sweet and accommodating. Our table was flanked by heaters, keeping the cold at bay. Felt so cozy sipping with friends under their pavilion, taking in the brisk autumn air. Their whites were so delicious & sweet! I'm not a dry/buttery wine type of gal-- I like it as juice-adjacent as possible. These were up my alley for sure. LOVE that the grapes are all grown locally. While far from downtown, the vineyard is easy to access with their local bus system, Pingo.

This was the fourth stop on a wine tasting day around the island that my girlfriends and I did. It…read morewas a great end to the day. Multiple seating options, indoor and outdoor though the inside seating was indoor/outdoor. It was a garage door that was open which during the summertime I think is fantastic, but we had coats so it worked out fine. Great decor and a really cute story on how they got started. I just got a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon and my girlfriends all did the tasting. All of us were happy and we will definitely be back. The food options were sparse and prepackaged. they had plenty of parking. I look forward to coming back here in warmer weather. Is it worth the drive?...yes

Forrest is the best! Knowledgeable about the wines and wine makers…read more Great outdoor space in the woods, cute bike theme in the inside, even if a bit bare-bones...but fits with the middle of the woods vibe.

Great little spot to eat, have a drink and take in the view. Staff was great as well!read more

What a beautiful name and vineyard. We were visiting Seattle and went to this vineyard and it…read moredidn't disappoint. We were lucky to go there on a Sunday where they had lots of vendors and it was such a fun but also peaceful few hours. We got a cheesebox and it was a full packaged cheese with crackers and knife. My husband tried few wines and he loved all of them. Such a cute and friendly business!

Love Fletcher Bay Winery at both locations! Great wine ,…read moreservice , music and atmosphere! Wine Down Wednesdays Sundays on the Rooftop !

We visited Fletcher Bay Winery as a group of 10, including children, and unfortunately the…read moreexperience was extremely disappointing. The issue was not that the winery had expectations for a large group. The issue was the complete lack of communication and the way those expectations were handled. When we arrived, no one informed us that there was a minimum spend requirement or that our group needed to order a certain amount immediately. Several people in our group had already started ordering, including a bottle of wine and a glass of wine, and we were still settling the kids, reviewing the food options, and deciding what else to order. Within just a few minutes of sitting down, staff began pressuring us to order food. Shortly after that, another staff member approached us and told us we needed to clean up after ourselves and meet a minimum spend of around $500. None of this had been clearly stated before we sat down, and we were given no reasonable time to get organized as a group. If a winery has a large-party policy, minimum spend, or specific expectations for families with children, that should be communicated upfront, clearly and respectfully, before guests are seated. Instead, the interaction felt rushed, uncomfortable, and unwelcoming. We had every intention of ordering more wine and food, but the tone and handling of the situation made the experience feel transactional and unpleasant. Fletcher Bay may be a nice spot for smaller groups, but based on our experience, I would not recommend it for families or larger walk-in groups unless their policies are made much clearer and their hospitality improves.

I had a wonderful experience at Highside Distilling. I went to Bainbridge Island with my boyfriend…read moreas a day trip and we wanted to find a nice spot for a drink. We saw this place on yelp and thought it would be a great spot to find locally brewed spirits. When we entered we were greeted by Rob and Dylan. They were super friendly and Dylan did a great job at explaining the different spirits and what they have to offer. We decided to each do the 4 glass tasting for $15 and with 8 tastings total we got to taste most of what they had to offer. My boyfriend loved everything he tasted! I'm not really a big fan of darker liquors but I really loved the Harvest Gin and Eagle Harbor Brandy, I had to bring a bottle of each home to share. We drove to Bainbridge so it was super easy to get there and there was lots of parking available. Overall an amazing experience with great conversation and definitely will be visiting again.

We had such a fun time here. We got this recommendation from a bartender near the Queen Anne…read moredistrict. They said high side distillery was a must try place on Bainbridge Island. Getting there, the drive was really simple and the surroundings beautiful. The distillery itself is tucked away in the back near some other garages. There is parking near there but it is limited. We chose to sit outside because it was such a beautiful day. The service there was great because the individual behind the bar was very attentive, asked us questions about what we liked, and gave recommendations based on our answers. We wanted to start off with the flight, which was a great option because it helped us really decide on the drinks we wanted to try out that were recommended to us. In the end we got two drinks each and walked away with a bottle of brandy and gin. Safe to say that we enjoyed what we tasted. Highly recommend if you are in the area and want a nice chill experience.

Must visit if you are in the area!! We were staying at…read moreMike's Beach Resort and ventured into Hoodsport for the afternoon. We were warmly greeted by Toni! Our pup received the warmest welcome of all! She had dog treats dipped in peanut butter to offer, and my pup LOVED it! Now the wine. I was actually quite impressed with the quality of the wine! Hubby and I are VERY into wine and we both thoroughly enjoyed our tastings. Toni even convinced me to try their Chardonnay, even though I typically don't like Chardonnay. Great recommendation! It was fruit forward and not heavily oaked. I even ended up buying a bottle. We bought several wines that day, including their sparkling. So good! We enjoyed ourselves so much on Saturday, that we came back on Sunday! Toni remembered our names, and our pup's name too! I have to say, Toni is one of the most fun and personable hosts we've met at a wine tasting room. We've visited wineries all across the west coast and abroad, and many tasting room employees will just pour you a small taste, give you their short spiel about the wine, and move on. But Toni gave us an amazing and personalized experience. There were several groups tasting on Saturday and you could tell how Toni brought energy to the vibe and we were all having a great time. She is a GEM and deserves some major recognition. We will absolutely return to Stottle next time we're in the area!

Fun spot for wine tasting! The owner was hilarious and so welcoming; pours were heavy so pace…read moreyourself :) We were in the area for a girls trip and highly recommend if you want to try some wines! There's a great Mexican spot near by so start here and then head to get a great Mexican meal after

Had a wonderful Friday evening here which featured live music. The wine is outstanding- we got a…read morebottle of Rosé and joined some friends for a delightful evening watching ships cruise down the straight. The staff was lovely and the vibe is relaxed and fun.

No place better to spend a sunny afternoon!! The staff are always warm and welcoming when we come,…read moreanswering any questions we have. The views are unparalleled on the deck and even better upstairs! Every glass of wine has been excellent whether it was a taster of dry Riesling or a bottle of their Merlot

Really nice winery. They have really good white wines, we tried their white wine flight and their…read morecharcuterie board. Service is great! Everyone is very welcoming, attentive, and nice. Did I mention it is super dog friendly! They allow dogs inside and outside which was awesome since we were just out paddle boarding with our dog. They had a really good musician on a Saturday afternoon and the vibes were just perfect!

Stopped by with friends to pick up our allotment of red wine and did some tasting too…read more We had a couple of flatbread appetizers and listened to Angelina Adams perform. Both very tasty! As always it was a fun time, great service beautiful wines and good food. The outdoor seating was perfect for a rare sunny Sunday.