We were exploring San Juan Island and found this little out if the way cafe. I was starving and cold. We ordered two Vanilla Lattes which were perfect, and a Bacon Cheeseburger with fries to share. There is nothing I dislike more than ordering a burger and just getting a run if the mill bun and mayonnaise, something I could make easily at home, so I am often letdown with cafe burgers, and I am pleased to say that The Lime Kiln Cafe doesn't go the easy boring route with their burgers. The bun was very soft, probably from a local source, the burger was very moist and delicious, the bacon was crisp. It would be tough to top that burger. A little pricy at $12 but it is San Juan Island where you have to pay a little more for everything. The fries were very thin cut, hot and crispy. We had to sit outside due to our Retriever. There were other parties with dogs as well, and plenty of outside seating with wonderful and memorable views. 5 stars and then some for the Lime Kiln Cafe!! read more

I only had the chowder here and it was alright. Nice service, which was great. But the chowder was okay. Also located on the pier, which is a beautiful scene. read more

The Lime Kiln serves good food in a beautiful location and the prices aren't bad but the customer service is atrocious. The employees behind the counter rarely make eye contact and the servers plop food on the table without saying a word. I'm not sure why they print a tip line on the bill because the employees put zero effort into earning one. Tip the cooks, they deserve it. read more

You have to stop here. The Cubano sandwich is better than those I've had in Little Havana. Served on a chewy ciabatta roke, it is so jammed full of pulled pork, han, cheese and pickles that it could feed 2 or last you all day. The fries are perfection. Crisply with just the right amount of salt. So delicious I ate the same thing 2 days in a row. read more

The family and I stayed the night in Friday Harbor and spent the rest of the next exploring. We drove to Roche Harbor and had lunch here. One of the best Cubano sandwich's I've ever had. The view couldn't be better. read more

I stayed in Roche harbor for a wedding this weekend and this place had the only food on the island that I would actually want to eat again. Cute little spot right on the boat docks, only open for breakfast and lunch. We walked down in the morning to get coffee and tea, and noticed they made their own donuts so we bought a half dozen to bring back to the house. They were really good and came in some fun flavors, like maple glaze, but also traditional chocolate frosting with sprinkles. Very pleased with those! We ended up coming back later that day for lunch, too. I got the Alaskan halibut sandwich which came with fries. I was expecting a piece of grilled halibut, but it came as a fried patty. It was still good, especially since it was topped with a very tasty tarter sauce. The prices were very reasonable and the service at the counter was great. You order at the counter and they bring you the food to your table, inside or outside. My only complaint is there were quite a few flies buzzing around our table while we were eating. Maybe it's a tough thing to control when the restaurant is on the water, but if there were a little more space for the line at the counter, people wouldn't have to hold the door open while they're waiting in line. read more

Lime Kiln Cafe - Alaskan halibut burger - American Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Just wanted to stop in to grab some doughnuts, nothing complicated. While waiting in line to order I noticed three of the cook staff, working in very close proximity to each other, not wearing masks properly while preparing food and chatting away (the first guy had his mask just dangling off an ear while he called out pick-ups, the second guy was wearing a full balaclava with the mouth/nose portion pulled entirely under his chin-exposing his entire face, and the third guy working with his masked pulled under his nose). I love this place, especially the doughnuts, but they lost a sale today by not following the current county mandate properly. read more

I fell in love with this place on a recent trip to the island. I would rate the food 4 stars but the overall rating goes to 5 with the location and view being so unique and special. I have wonderful childhood memories of vacations on our boat moored just below this place for a week at a time so you can imagine my bias. That said, the food stands on it's own and is great. I had the eggs Benedict and it was perfect. My daughter, being much more insightful than me, ordered the De Haro Benedict (veggie) WITH Canadian bacon. Bravo, that was fantastic. My wife had a scramble that she loved and my other daughter had the standard eggs, bacon, hash. I know that they seem to pride themselves on the doughnuts, but to me, it's just a doughnut, a little too dense for my taste, nothing special. I'd still get one with my coffee if that's all I'm having though. It's hard to screw up breakfast but it's even harder to nail it and make it perfect. Lime Kiln Cafe nails it. That and one of the most unique and beautiful settings and you can't miss by going there. Every morning on the island should start with a cup of coffee, the paper and a great meal at this little gem. read more

Okay clam chowder. Pretty good fried chicken sandwich with jalapeños. McDonald's quality fries. We were a bit bugged by the reliance on disposable plastic cutlery, paper plates and plastic cups. Only the chowder came in a real bowl. They must have a dishwasher and just hate using it. Very friendly staff and great view. read more

This was surprisingly good for a place where we geographically trapped. The chef even offered our large table a complementary basket of (tasty) fries. Probably because our kids are cute, but that's beside the point. We are picky, but the portions really *were* extra generous and the sandwiches really *were* extra good. I'd love to see some creative dishes on the menu for a fifth star, and maybe some veggie option for the kids, but the basics were outstanding. read more

Such a fun breakfast or lunch spot when you are bouncing around the island. Everyone raves about the donuts and they are great but I challenge you to find a better grilled cheese sandwich. They have other great choices and I rotate through them but the grilled cheese is epic. read more

Super friendly service and the restaurant is right by the water. Came here with a couple of buddy's on a day trip from Seattle and it was conveniently located next to the hotel which provided us with the appropriate information for an awesome adventure. I grabbed the fish and chips which ran around $15 and the fish wasn't as large as I thought it'd be but it still tasted pretty good. I would come back to try some of the specials before doing another scenic tour of the island read more

Lime Kiln Cafe - Alaskan cod fish n chips - American Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

I went there during the slow time (weekday at 1:30pm) so plenty of open seats and only 3 people ahead of me ordering food. Counter service (maybe only one or two cashier available) and seat yourself. I can imagine over weekend or holiday, the waiting line can be very long. Great location though, I got a table with water view but paid much cheaper price compared to the same restaurant setting. The special (written on the blackboard @ the counter) that day was Crispy Chicken Chipotle burger and cole slaw (or fries). The food is good. Pretty juicy chicken with creamy sauce. read more

Lime Kiln Cafe - Special of the day (lunch): Crispy Chicken Chipotle Burger - American Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

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Lime Kiln Cafe is a gem for the hungry breakfast crowd. We have not been there for lunch. It is located on the dock of busy Roche Harbor Resort, and has tables both in and outdoors. The views from the dock are fantastic! It doesn't matter which way you're facing--the resort itself, which has the charm of yesteryear, or the harbor which, during the summer is chock-a-block with boats of all sizes and shapes. The Cafe features an order counter, and guests must get in line to order and then find a table and wait for a Bermuda-shorts clad young woman to deliver the order. The menu has enough selections to please just about anyone--"skillits", eggs of various types, pancakes, etc. The area is always crowded, but people are holiday-spirited, and friendly for the most part. Well worth a visit! read more

We came to Lime Kiln Cafe just for a bite to eat while we were exploring Roche Harbor and we didn't expect much from it. There is three restaurants at the harbor: one was closed, one didn't open til 3, and then there was the Lime Kiln Cafe. I ordered a chicken sandwich and it was so beautifully made. All the food there was made homestyle and you could tell a lot of care was put into the food. On top of some great food the Cafe had a gorgeous view overlooking the harbor. I definitely can't wait to go back there. If you are visiting San Juan island, I highly suggest to go out of your way to go to the Lime Kiln Cafe. :) read more

A fun café right on the docks at Roche Harbor. It was a beautiful sunny day to stop and have lunch among the wonderful yachts and boats in the harbor. Musicians played beautiful marimba music in the background. A fun menu. We had fish and chips. Portions were very large and very reasonably priced. After lunch we strolled along the docks and admired magnificent boats in the harbor. A very friendly place. read more

One of the best burgers and perfect french fries. Cool inside seating or patio seating for the sun lover, all overlooking the marina.

Wonderful brunch! We went here after receiving a recommendation from a local while on the ferry. This place was worth going out of the way for. DELICIOUS food that's reasonably priced, and a beautiful setting to enjoy! If you can't make it off the beaten path, I'd recommend Cask and Schooners. If you're able to get to Roche Harbor, this place is worth the trip. read more

So this is an overall review of 4 consecutive visits to the cafe - 3 for breakfast and 1 for lunch (we received $30 vouchers from the resort through our Living Social deal). Over these 4 visits, I've had a daily special of a ham & cheese scramble w/ hashbrowns, the Two + Two + Two Combo, the Harbor Breakfast Classic, and a daily special of a melted swiss patty melt w/ fries. All of these meals were delicious. The only complaint I had was that my patty melt was initially given to me without the thousand island dressing it was supposed to come with, but the staff quickly took care of it. To be honest, I would not have come here as often if it weren't for the vouchers. Even so, the food and service were impeccable. read more

Quick service, typical high island prices. Food was average, nice view of the harbor Had the fish and chips obviously frozen food service filets, nice crispy fries read more

We stayed on Friday Harbor but took a drive over to Roche Harbor one morning on the recommendation of a friend. We were peckish do stopped in for a coffee and some food, we had a delicious breakfast which we enjoyed so much that we came back the next day. It's a lovely spot to sit outside when the weather's good and watch the boats go in and out. Great service, great breakfast and a great view. read more

A mixed review. Some of our party really like their meal and others did not. I had the fish and chips and it was really disappointing, more like a fish fry than a nice flaky piece of cod w a batter. The burgers were apparently good. The atmosphere is fine w a nice view of the harbor. Let's me honest you're limited in your choice here. It's April and one of the three restaurants is closed and the other doesn't open till 3:00. read more

We stayed at Roche Harbor Resort and therefore ended up here for breakfast a few mornings in a row. There is a good variety on the menu of classic breakfast items plus a few millenial faves like avocado toast. I ended up doing the farmer's market hash multiple days in a row and felt it balanced my want of something semi-healthy (veggies) with the need for some fat/grease (Bechamel sauce) and was heavy but not as heavy as going with a meat version. My husband loves a classic breakfast plate with meat, pancakes, eggs and was well-satisfied. I love a good doughnut and I'm afraid these left something to be desired, but were passable if you really want a donut with your coffee, though I wouldn't go for the donuts alone. I found the espresso drinks lacking and ended up getting one at the espresso place down the pier on day 2, where the quality seemed better. The service was surprisingly fast despite sometimes long lines/peak time of visit, and there are a good number of tables so they seemed to accommodate large groups quite well. The location is excellent if you are staying in Roche Harbor, right dockside. read more

Best breakfast spot on the island! I get there at 7am and the donuts are so warm you have to use a napkin to hold them! My go to quick item is their avocado toast (which they make three ways!!) and a chai from their full espresso bar! Awesome place all around. read more

I would tell you what the food is like in this cafeteria style place, but I've been waiting for at least a half hour and there's still no food. We came after 11 so missed breakfast and ordered lunch instead (according to their schedule). I checked back after a half hour of waiting and the cashier tells me they haven't started cooking lunch yet. ?! They could've set expectations. I didn't get the donuts, but I asked my daughter to describe it. She said "spongy". Guy says "different". read more

Honestly this place has decent food but not quality food. I ordered the halibut burger which was fine, but i thought the fries were too salty. I also thought the dish was slightly older pricey but given this is a tourist site I'm not surprised. It has a great location near the side of the dock so you can enjoy an epic view. read more

Great donuts and view. All food is solid home cooking. Worth hanging around, meeting new people in line and watching the boats come and go. Bonus: pizza for dinner. read more

The food is average at best, but the real joy is the dour, surely, unhelpful staff. If you can go someplace else run, don't walk.

I really really enjoyed the food and the view outside of the harbor. Sachiko our Shiba dog also loved the view. The buttermilk chicken sandwich, fries and Cole slaw was so light, crunchy and delicious! Flavor was on point and left me wanting more! Kitchen chef was funny too. read more

We ate here for both breakfast and lunch during our stay at Roche Harbor. They get pretty busy with a long line to order but after placing our orders at the counter we were presently surprised with how quickly our food came out. Overall we liked breakfast better than lunch (the hash browns are awesome!) but both were good meals. read more

So their donuts are great. As a restaurant, not worth the price. You pay full restaurant prices but don't get the service. I had biscutsand gravy and the recipe was overworked. Biscuits and gravy should be simple. I love that they have a coke machine. I would go back if some asked me along but I would make a point of it unless it was for donuts. read more

This place has the most amazing fresh donuts made every morning. I suggest the wonderful and flavorful sourdough pancakes with any side. This place is truly amazing and grows on you! Eat there! read more

This is a fun place to eat on San Juan Island. Pets are allowed on the decks. We have dined here for both breakfast and lunch. The ham, cheese, and scrambled egg breakfast sandwich is delicious. Breakfast is served until 11. Order at the counter and the food will be delivered to your table. We found the service to be fast and friendly. The food is not inexpensive. The average meal is probably 9 dollars. However, the quality is high. If you are there for breakfast, try the delicious donuts! read more

Great for lunch! Ate here on our first visit to Roche Harbor and loved it. Halibut burger was great, blue cheese salad, fish and chips, kids grilled cheese... all good! Lots of options to choose from, and don't forget to try the donuts! read more

Great place for a really good burger and clam chowder. In fact, clam chowder was the best I've had in a long time. Did I mention the great view?! read more

Pretty good food and pretty well-priced...I was definitely expecting it to be more expensive since it is on a resort. We ordered the pizza to share - good flavored, but just way too small! Good and convenient place to eat if you're staying at Roche Harbor resort. read more

The donuts are fantastic, and just a $1! It is at a lovely location right on the harbor. Breakfast and lunch were great. I enjoyed my garden omelette. The hashbrowns are delicious. Good place to have a meal and get acquainted with the area. I enjoyed checking out all the fancy yachts after breakfast. Warning, order at the counter and there was a line up at bfast. Food came out very fast after ordering! read more

Came here on at 9:00 am on a Saturday in early August - the height of boating season for sure! Despite the incredible number of people that came through, the staff did an amazing job of keeping pace. Service was super fast and friendly. Even the cooks were smiling! Bright, open interior with plenty of seating to accommodate the crowd so it never actually felt crowded. I had the avocado toast with egg - it came with nearly a whole sliced avocado and real bacon crumbles served on a thick slice of what looked and tasted like homemade bread. Perfect small breakfast! Only negatives were the hash browns - oily and very "Sysco" seeming - and one of the baristas who insisted I said "breve" instead of "latte" ... I haven't ordered a breve in 25 years. read more

Great views and great food! Something for everybody without needing a huge menu. Great staff, and everyone enjoyed their food, so much so that we went back for donuts the next morning, which might just be some of the best donuts I've ever had. She even gave us a few extra because "she baked them small that morning". :) If you get takeout coffee, you can bring your cup back for a free refill! Great place overall. read more

After checking out their menu online, my husband and I had to try this place for breakfast. You have to walk up to the main counter to order, then we were free to seat ourselves. The restaurant was cozy and had beautiful views of the marina. The breakfast prices were extremely reasonable ($9-$14) and worth every penny. Our friendly server brought the food to our table quickly and it was tasty and fresh. Would definitely come here again. read more