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.

This is a cute little coffee shop. It was a busy morning and they had a line out the door. There…read moreare tons of street parking available. Limited chairs inside, they also have a tiny sitting area outside in the front, or you can also go toward the water and there are tons of benches. We ordered a croissant and a coffee. I'm not a coffee drinker but this coffee woke me up, we were traveling from NC to Seattle and was visiting Bainbridge. Overall it was a good experience.

The espresso drinks were outright disappointing, and our breakfast items deserved to serve their…read moreingredients better. My oatmilk latte was flat, dry, and devoid of complexity and acidity. My quiche had undersalted eggs, strange-tasting cheese, and a crust that ate as if it were microwaved. And my brother didn't finish his mocha - which is just so rare for him - and he described it as Swiss Miss. On top of that, we waited a good 20 minutes for our disappointing food and drinks. The struggling sole person working the bar, the oven, and the register really needed a coworker. It was a typical cafe vibe inside. One guy taking a FaceTime, a party of 10 rekindling old connections, and couples spending their morning together.

Pros: cozy spot with tons of seating. Great place to hang, especially on a cold, wintry or rainy…read moreday. Reasonably close to downtown (just a couple of blocks off Winslow). Plenty of warm (and cold) drinks, and a reasonable breakfast and lunch menu. You order at the counter, but they will bring it to your table. Cons: I ordered a sandwich--the turkey BLT--which was okay, but just okay. On non-descript wheat bread, bagged lettuce (which was a little wilty), and a round of processed turkey. Bacon seemed reasonably freshly cooked, however. Upshot: nice place to hang, especially with a warm beverage in hand. I would go again just for that, and likely will. As for lunch--which, granted, I only tried one of their sandwiches--there are much better sandwich options on the Island.

I'm so glad I stopped by. What a cute little tea shop! Next time I'll be sure to sit and try their…read moretea in their little hidden patio area. So cute!! I bought two herbal teas: relief and detox. The ingredients looked so good! I asked if anything contained stevia or sugars and was told none of their teas have that. Yay.

4.5 stars!! quaint lil tea shop in downtown bainbridge!…read more Great tea and vibe, limited food/snack. Carrot cake is in fact a cat not a treat, but a treat in their own right. Great spot to step away and just sit and be.

Great working staff are always polite and friendly, despite less than average poor ownership.read more

I'm so glad that Commuter Comforts is at the Bainbridge Ferry Terminal. It is a convenient place to…read moreget a coffee, tea or quick bite. They also have beer, wine and cocktails! There's a small amount of seating, but it's not really intended to be a sit down place to have a meal, but rather a place to grab something before or after a ferry ride. On our recent visit before our ferry ride in the morning, we ordered a Bacon Breakfast Sandwich, an Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese, and a couple of chais. We grabbed a couple of stools and happily ate our fare in the 20 minutes before the ferry was scheduled. Tasty and filling. The wait staff behind the counter was pleasant, speedy and helpful. Now, could they please add something equivalent at the Seattle Ferry Terminal!!

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.

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.

This place is so cute inside! Seats so many people inside and out but was sort of cold on the…read moreisland so we opted for inside. We ordered a small latte and that was honestly not very good. But the pastries made up for it. Chocolate brownie - VERY rich, like didn't want to eat another bite too rich but for the chocolate lovers out there, it's right up your alley! Carmel pecan square - yummy! Tasted just like a pecan pie, delicious, would get again! Buttery/sugary croissant - to die for! So so delicious and wish we got a lot more of those. Would love to try other things as well but has to get pizza for lunch and didn't want to fill up. Would definitely come back!

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.

L'Atelier TR is a delightful chocolate & confection shop that also sells wine and similar items. A…read morefriend and I stopped here for souvenirs and gifts as we were on our way to the ferry terminal to head back to Seattle. There are *quite* a variety of chocolates available... so, among a couple of items, I opted to purchase a box of 16 chocolates and get a number of different flavor options. The mango, candied orange caramel, and the cherry pistachio were personal favorites - all delicious and beautifully made. Service was friendly, and the ambiance is creative and inviting. Highly recommend.

L'Atelier TR sells chocolate, confection and wine. Close to the ferry terminal. While we didn't…read morepick up anything I felt the vibe was good. They do have a few flavors of chocolates that I haven't seen elsewhere. The chocolate wall was a treat to watch. Our service experience was not what other reviewers have described it to be. Perhaps a 30 second elevator pitch could have influenced our purchase decision.

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!

I had no idea this was a one stop shop grocery market. Groceries, hot food and cold drinks all in…read moreone stop. Grocery stores that offer great food and outdoor seating are some of the best. This was the best location to grab a cold drink quickly after exploring the nearby shops.

This a great local market, had the vibe like an original whole foods or Trader Joes. Staff is…read morealways helpful. The selection is pretty good, and the food is tasty. I spend more time at the T&C Market in Poulbo - a larger version, but often stop in here when passing through.