This was a coffee shop I had heard so much about, so I was glad to finally be able to visit it! I…read morewas a little bummed that they had already run out of the Strawberry Matcha Latte by the time my friends and I arrived, so I ended up trying the Iced Honey Latte instead, which I really enjoyed. I also ordered the Molten Lava Cake, and it did not disappoint! The contrast between the warm, rich chocolate cake and the ice cold vanilla ice cream was absolutely delicious, especially on such a hot day! Another fun surprise was discovering that you can write and send postcards from here. I thought that was such a unique touch and something you don't see very often.

Crazy long line. The outside is super cute. However inside was packed and it was genuinely the…read moreworst coffee I had on my entire week long trip to Seattle. Super bitter for all of us. We tossed them into the first trash can we saw around the corner. Kind of a bummer. Super popular on TikTok and I'm genuinely flabbergasted as to why.

Over the past couple of years, I've had all manner of cakes, pastries and pies from Blackbird. In…read morefact, it's almost a given that when I encounter a tasty pie or pastry at a friend's house on Bainbridge, when I ask, it's almost a given that it came from Blackbird. They're expensive, but the old adage "you get what you pay for" definitely applies to Blackbird. You may pay more than you might somewhere else, but their quality is exceptional. Today I stopped by for one of their quiches--their spinach and goat cheese--and a lemon blueberry scone. Both were super yummy. I often get one of their chais too, which are also quite tasty (and not at all dry, a common problem with scones). Having Blackbird downtown makes it quite convenient to just stop by while on the way to elsewhere. But sometimes it can be a destination if...you can find seating, which is at a premium most of the day.

After being a BI resident and then moving away I was so excited to make time to stop by Blackbird…read more I had told several friends on the island that I was looking forward to stopping by the bakery and I was surprised to find they had lost their love for it. I figured it was due to taking it for granted... ...I was mistaken. Day one of our trip we ordered several items and none of them were very good at all. We ended up giving items away and thought maybe the bakery was just having an off day. The staff seemed bothered by having to take our order but hey- we all have tough days! Well...day two of our trip we decide to prioritize stopping by again. After a local saw us waiting 30 minutes for our toast and jam she told us to go ask and that "sometimes the staff can get really overwhelmed ". So my daughter stood in line a second time and was told that the employee heard we wanted it to go so it had been sitting at the end of the counter the whole time. We specified we wanted to eat it inside. We asked kindly if they could fix the mistake and we were happy to wait. To my genuine surprise the employee with the pink hair opened the bag of toast, plopped our three orders on trays along with the plastic to go tiny jams and dropped them on our table with the most dismissive uncaring attitude I've seen. You could get more care at a convenient store. We thought we'd try to eat them anyway and the pieces were cold and hard. I asked her about them and her response was "well you asked for to go". Not only does she seem incapable of doing her job basics but as an employer I'm shocked she is granted the simple tasks of serving toast in the first place. She made sure to put plenty of energy into gossiping with her co worker about her irritation with us. We have strong ties on the island still and come back often but we will gladly skip the visit here in the future. I certainly hope these staff members get some basic skills in customer service for their own future.

The donuts are fantastic and what we come for (my favorite is the pink iced with sprinkles) but…read morethey have so many delicious treats: Chocolate chip cookies Quiche Gourmet sandwiches It's an easy walk from the schools or soccer practice.

This bakery is in a light industry center off the beaten path. I'm glad we had Apple Maps to get us…read morethere or we would not have found it! The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. The baked goods were quite good even though they had a small selection. We enjoyed a ham, cheese and jalapeño danish and a veggie Panini. Just for good measure, we got an apple fritter which transported us back to our childhoods. We had a very enjoyable time, setting out the sun and eating it in front of the bakery. Definitely worth the hassle of finding.

Great coffee latte. Breakfast sandwiches are tasty and delivered hot. Seating is open air deck with…read moreceiling heaters.

We come here for breakfast often, especially while on a bike ride or lazy weekend morning, and we…read moreadore the place. It's a tiny little coffee shop with a nice, heated patio to enjoy your morning coffee and treat, and, on a sunny day, you can sit in the garden as well, among the plants. The bakery items are Macrina Bakery and the coffee is very good too. I especially enjoy the pain au chocolat. The coffee bar staff is very friendly. Lastly, you'll want to pop into Bay, Hay & Feed after to browse.

My daughter and I took a little trip to the bakery today and it was beyond expectations. The food…read morewas amazing. We both had the breakfast sandwich (mine croissant and my daughter on the salt bagel) and they were so good. The coffee was Cafe Vita and very tasty. The employees were so friendly and offered suggestions! When we walked in the owner was cleaning the glass on the front door. 5 star experience. The bakery is clean in and out. Easy to enjoy the atmosphere.

Super cute coffee shop on Bainbridge island. Lots of pastry and treat selection. I got a flat white…read moreand it was pretty good. Ambiance is nice with chill music and lots of seating. Baristas are friendly. Good place to wind down after exploring the island.

Courteous and efficient service. Excellent food and coffee. Excellent internet and environment. I…read morehighly recommend Cups Espresso and Cafe at Bainbridge Island.

Employee rolled her eyes at me, and it honestly just hurt my feelings. The food was also very bad…read morein my opinion. Overall I'm upset that I spent so much money on such a poor experience. (To be fair the other employee was very kind)

Fresh fish, good vibes, tough-to-beat value. What's not to like? While Bainbridge is a great…read moreweekend destination, I've always found the food to be a bit underwhelming. HI LIFE is an exception, and will be a go-to going forward. The Poke sho-ka-do box is a great option for open minded first-timers. It's a huge amount of food, easily satisfying two and giving you a nice sense of the variety of fish and marinades on offer. Note that it's a fixed set, so you'll likely end up with some marinades/fish you prefer over others. The mayo-base poke wasn't my jam, but that's personal preference. One note, it'd be nice if the box included rice. it's available for $3 extra, which feels trivial. As for dining environs, it's located in a refurbished service station. There's limited indoor seating by the service counter, but most tables are under the overhang where gas pumps would have once been. I'd go at a slightly off-time if possible to ensure you get a seat! Overall: 4.5/5

Two huge poke bento boxes for 7 people and we could not even finish them that alone says a lot. The…read moreportions are incredibly generous, but what really stood out was how fresh and high-quality everything tasted. Our total was about $100 which is so good considering how good the poke was. The staff were also super kind and helpful. We were originally about to order three boxes, but they actually recommended sticking with two, saying it would be enough and they were completely right. We were stuffed. Each bento box comes with a variety of poke styles (9) you can mix and try, which made the whole experience even better. Every single one we tried was fresh, flavorful, and really well-prepared. I'm from Seattle, but this is absolutely worth the ferry ride to Hi Life. I'll definitely be coming back.

Having been here many times over the years, I can testify to the high and consistent quality of the…read morefood and delightful service. We just recently came for a smash burger and the very delicious spicy Southern fried chicken sandwich and their stand-out fries. A couple of old-fashioneds went with this perfectly. The drinks were perfectly strong. We used to come for their burger night and get a chick-pea burger that was so savory and tasty. I didn't see it on a recent visit, but perhaps it will rotate in. Also among our historic favorites: BLT: my child's favorite one of all time A delicious tomato-based Italian beef soup with a thick slice of artisan bread It feels casual but special and is a great place to relax on the Island.

Updating my review of Cafe Hitchcock as the last time I was here I did not try the food. WHAT WAS…read moreI THINKING? Really impressed by what Cafe Hitchcock has built here. This place is awesome! The ambiance is cozy but still booming and the staff always handles it like pros. I had a PHENOMENAL espresso martini that was so damn smooth and exactly what my day needed! ;) The star of the show? THE KING CRAB EGGS BENEDICT Oh my GAWD. Where has this bit of heaven been all my life? The eggs perfectly poached little pillows, rich hollandaise, and huge pieces of king crab that make this dish a GAME CHANGER IMO. I'm eccentric I know but trust me. Try it. Safe to say my update was long overdue, as Cafe Hitchcock has officially earned its permanent spot for me when visiting Bainbridge! 5 stars!