Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Spruce

    4.6 (191 reviews)
    Closed Closed
    Updated 2 months ago

    Spruce Photos

    SPRUCE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Trendy
    Moderate noise

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Spruce

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Martini extra dirty
    Jen C.

    Went here twice on vacation. Tried most of the apps, chicken sandwich and drinks. Everything was great. The butter beans, bacon wrapped dates and Brussels sprouts were the stand outs! Service was great! You won't be disappointed!

    Monika B.

    Loved everything about this place. It was laid back, the food was delicious, the bar tender was witty and super kind. This was actually one of the only places my friend and I ate out at while on vacation. I'd say we picked the right spot. My friend ordered the schnitzel and the bite I had I can say it was delicious. She enjoyed it as well. I ordered the bangers and mash. Absolutely a winner. It was the perfect amount of food and so flavorful.

    Fried Chicken Sandwich
    Cyndi C.

    Spruce is a busy small restaurant specializing in craft cocktails and foods that pair well together. Open most evenings. The bartenders are true mixologist and even have non/ alcoholic cocktails and 25 specialty bitters (dry jan anyone?) I enjoy all their appetizers every thing from, seared ahi tuna, bacon wrapped dates (you get 4 per order), crispy brussel sprouts are crack, they are so good. (balsamic vinegar goodness) Menu is somewhat small but they have a great Chicken sandwich that is perfection in crunch, best batter Ive had (since Oak in Seattle. I think it originally was the sister to Spruce but changed owners.?) The other star dish is pork schnitzel, tasty all around and I love the capers, the red cabbage side, it's not too big, so you can finish the meal. (which is perfect as I don't think it would carry well to reheat due to gravy) I can't forget to compliment the service. Our waiter checked on us often, gave suggestions when we asked, water always was refilled which we appreciated so much. Service is lost nowadays but not here! So come here for a small plate and specialty cocktails or craft beer night or a full meal. The only underwhelming item was the side of fries that come with the sandwich was meh, but they do have decorated ones you can order as side that might be more tasty.

    Menu (May 2025)
    Albert T.

    We decided on Spruce for dinner after walking around the farmers market and downtown Port A during the morning and window shopping all the menus around town. When we made it in at 6PM, it was already pretty full. The waiter explained to us that Spruce is a chef-led restaurant with offerings that constantly change to incorporate in season fruits and vegetables. That sounded good to us! Shermy's Fried Chicken & A Biscuit ($19) - Starting with the chicken: this dish comes with two thighs, deboned and pounded relatively flat, then dredged in flour and fried. The dredge is applied in a thick layer, resulting in areas that have a thicker, more moist and floury bite. Most of it is fried until nicely crisp. The seasoning seems to be only salt and pepper, making the chicken a canvas to add flavor to from other sources. The chicken itself is on the verge of being dry, approaching being stringy and tough, with most of the juices evaporated. Good fried chicken is great even by itself. This fried chicken, on the other hand, is bland enough to require the agave butter and bbq sauce it's served with. The bbq sauce is pretty generic sweet, tangy, and salty. The agave butter is nicely sweet and creamy. Not much else to say about those two. On the side is the smallest biscuit I've ever seen. It's almost vestigial. I'm talking a tiny puck, less than 2 inches in diameter, cut in half, then with the inner halves grilled, adding char. The biscuit is dry, floury, dense enough that it's hard to cut through with the supplied butter knife, and tastes mainly of alkalinity. When people say they don't like biscuits, it's because this biscuit type is all they've ever eaten. I'm kind of grateful that the biscuit is small - any larger would be hard to choke down. The dish also comes with a vinegar slaw and two cornichons. The cornichons are supremely crisp and not too acidic. The vinegar slaw is exceptionally acidic and sour, way too strong for my tastes. It has almost a bit of the stink and the liquid the slaw rests in is a cloudy white color. Fermented perhaps? In any case, neither my wife nor I could stomach more than a bite of the slaw. (3/5) Schnitzelet ($19) - This includes three smaller pieces of schnitzel covered with spaetzel and red cabbage. The schinitzelets are around 3 inch lengthwide ovals, lightly fried in a thin breading. Not much crisp, but the pork that's pounded flat has plenty of flavor and moisture. The spaetzel seems to be deep fried, giving them a crunchy skin throughout with a toothsome center, unlike pan fried spaetzel. When I think of spaetzel, it's usually boiled and then drowned in butter, making it dense and heavy, yet somehow with deep frying the spaetzel feel paradoxically healthier and lighter. It's in a very creamy sauce studded with extra large, high quality capers. The red cabbage is clearly vinegared, but it's quite mild tanginess and acidity. Very pleasing to eat. Great dish overall. (5/5) The portions Spruce serves are very reasonable - on the smaller side compared to most restaurants, but more than enough to fill both of our stomachs with us feeling sick afterwards, or having any leftovers. Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms in the back

    Sandra M.

    We had a wonderful experience at Spruce. We went to the restaurant at around 5:30 on a Sunday after a long day of hiking, and had no issue getting a seat. The restaurant has a moody, cabin-like feel and is very cozy. The owner came out to greet / serve us and was super friendly. As we weren't from Washington, he took the time to give us recommendations for around the area. We ordered the brussel sprouts, dates with bacon, and fried chicken. Everything was very tasty. Cocktails were also delicious. Would definitely recommend!

    Dates wrapped in bacon. Crispy Brussels sprouts with balsamic/maple syrup smoked yogurt with pistachios and beets.
    James J.

    Spruce is my favorite place to eat when I'm in Port Angeles. The food is next-level yet straightforward: Crispy Brussels sprouts with balsamic and maple syrup, bacon-wrapped dates, and smoked yogurt with pistachios and beets (trust me, it works). Sonja makes the best spicy Bloody Mary in town. The atmosphere is mint with its friendly staff, warm lighting, and stylish décor. So, when you're in Port Angeles, make sure you stop in and check out Spruce.

    Menu (May 2023)

    See all

    3 years ago

    Great food, very accommodating and friendly staff, and fun, casual ambiance. We went with our 11 month old and it worked out perfectly.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Great food and atmosphere and fantastic vegan selection!! Ate there twice in three days. Wonderful draft selection as well.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paul C.
    66
    12
    0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Delicious! Great drinks and food. This place was recommended by a local friend and it did not disappoint!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Great bar, great atmosphere, great food. Limited parking limited seating, but it worth it!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    The food exceeded my expectations. The shrimp was good, but Spruce burger was outstanding!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dean M.
    183
    17
    4

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Z H.
    1
    85
    37

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J H.
    4
    141
    128

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Great place! Good amount of vegan options. Loved the Berkley Bus tofu burger! Must try

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alex B.
    11
    15
    1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joe H.
    0
    26
    2

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J P.
    1
    34
    0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Great drinks, friendly bartender and overall environment. Food could be a bit more flavorful, the brussels sprouts were excellent though

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cris W.
    21
    18
    19

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cathy J.
    2
    112
    61

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cy S.
    2
    33
    9

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Was like walking into an episode of Portlandia with a rude waitress. Very cliche atmosphere and food took forever.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Incredible welcoming vibe and stellar staff. The food is delicious and the scotch eggs and Brussels sprouts so tasty. Highly recommended!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tom F.
    0
    13
    2

    4 years ago

    Yummy food on the website and decide to stop. Was not disappointed. Great service too.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pit K.
    114
    3
    4

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Got the tofu sandwich and fried chicken sandwich. Food was bland and kimchi on the tofu sandwich didn't work well.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Go Hawk S.
    64
    129
    55

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Hands down the best burger I've had in the PNW. Relaxing atmosphere, solid cocktails, good service... An all around A+ experience.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of K S.
    1
    6
    1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kari C.
    98
    18
    4

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sri V.
    0
    13
    6

    5 years ago

    Not doing takeout? Only dine in? During COVID? Feel like I'm living in a bizzaro world but here we are.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Excellent fresh food and veggies! Creative cocktails and great beer and cider selections. Friendly and timely service.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 4 of 5

    Spruce Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Spruce

    Downriggers on the Water

    Downriggers on the Water

    3.5
    (379 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Had a great experience at Downriggers on the Water--this place is absolutely worth it for the views…read morealone. If you can sit upstairs, do it. It feels like every seat has a perfect, almost 360 view of the water. One of those spots where you catch yourself staring out the window mid-bite. Our server actually turned out to be from our area, which made for such an easy, fun conversation and added a really personal touch to the experience. The fish was the best I had in Port Angeles--fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you're eating right on the water. I also had to grab chicken tenders for the kids (mandatory parenting order), and those were solid too. And the house lemonade? No joke--so good. Also, little tip: they offer a discount if you pay in cash, which is a nice bonus.

    No photo because no food.....Shocking experience at Downriggers last night 3/03/2026…read more Having been part of securing group reservations here for a number of years for our bowling group (under the former owner) when we arrived were sent to the little front dining room with horrible acoustics for groups, and when the server eventually came in there were only six of 12 seated, others filtered in over the next 30 minutes or so. My husband ordered a beer and asked if we could please place our dinner order as we had to get home sooner than later...Server caustically remarked only drink orders as she was too busy (being a former bartender and long time server myself I had noticed the large dining room was not crowded) and at least 20 minutes later when she was passing thru again for several more drink orders he asked again about placing our food order and this time she ripped into him, rudely... and informed him she would have to work 10 times harder if she took our food order. I was shocked that she would speak to him in such a unprofessional manner, I told her we had not come in to be snarled at by the wait staff and we got up to leave, she yelled at my husband to just forget the beer cost and we left embarrassed about the scene she created as the rest of our group was arriving. He called this morning to discuss this with the young male manager who proceeded to berate him for the treatment of the server!! and claimed that the group applauded the server after we left ( we spoke to several bowlers that were there and the managers claim was certainly not anything that any of them experienced.....he told my husband we were not welcome to come back and we certainly will not if that is how the restaurant is being ran by the new ownership.

    Photos
    Bat area
    Bat area
    Wild Salmon Fish and Chips
    Wild Salmon Fish and Chips
    Orange Creamsicle

    See all

    Orange Creamsicle
    First Street Haven

    First Street Haven

    4.5
    (590 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Indoor table service breakfast with limited seating. Bathroom is up the stairs (outside, right,…read moreinto door with the "1/2" in address). Good breakfast food all around. Recommend cinnamon rolls and coffee. Friendly service. Be aware of the hours: this is open for breakfast and lunch.

    Adding comments to the shop owner's fast response:…read more Hello, Kristin, I am glad to see that you pay attention to the comments and responded speedily. A few things to correct your comments: - there were three tables were seated following me and they all got the dishes before me. One table with couple, one with four people and one at the counter. - the note I put on was not to the waitress blunt to you. I said specifically " lady with black shirt". Your tone made me felt that I shouldn't check what is my order status after 30mins wait. We came in around 9:30am Saturday and ordered traditional breakfast with French toast. Waited over 30mins, the later customers all got their dishes and next table finished theirs. When the waitress was checking with kitchen for us, a lady with black shirt came and said: "it normal wait for 30mins and you are 25mins now, still five mins to go". I am a bigger supporter of local small business, but I would appreciate if they can let me know when we arrived that waiting is 30mins after ordered. I still gave 15% tips as I can see the sorry face from the waitress - I normally pay min 20% for small business. I also noticed that we were the only Asian table during that period.

    Photos
    Dining room
    Dining room
    Breakfast sandwich.
    Breakfast sandwich.
    Interior seating

    See all

    Interior seating

    Spruce - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...