So happy The Rex is open for dinner! Great spot for a casual night out with great cocktails and good food. Relax - this is a small place with a small staff and even smaller kitchen: If you're in a rush, or the impatient type, this ain't it. But if you like to sit a spell and chat with your people as you enjoy friendly, knowledgeable staff (you're likely to be served by the owners themselves), a craft cocktail, relish a lovely meal, then polish it off with one of Jane's amazing desserts (salted caramel brownie à la mode, anyone?), then we'll see you at The Rex, because we will definitely be back! We were a large group (10) on a busy night and Jane and crew handled us beautifully. Our table enjoyed steak salads, the pork tenderloin, the chicken linguine, cod risotto, clam chowder, a Reuben (huge!), and flank steak. Dessert was outstanding - choose from Lopez Island Creamery ice cream (huge scoops), or one of Jane's scratch-baked treats (pies, key lime bars, brownies, cookies, more). The salted caramel brownie à la mode melted in my mouth. It was excellent, you could taste each component - the fudgy brownie, the creamy caramel, the occasional crunch of salt = 10/10, no notes, don't miss it. Great vibe, loved seeing so many familiar faces coming and going, so happy to have The Rex Bistro in the valley. read more

Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. We started with Tomato Soup and a House Salad...both delicious. Our main entrees were Pork Tenderloin which was tasty but overcooked and Blackened Cod which was delicious. Peach Pie and Key Lime Bar for dessert, both very good. Overall a positive experience and we plan on returning to try some of their other dishes. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. If you're a poc I would avoid this place. The moment my family and I entered the doors we got ugly looks from not only the staff but customers as well. We got sat after a while of waiting. And never got menus. The moment a a big group of Americans arrived they got greeted, sat and got menus while we were still waiting for menus or even water. We ended up leaving after they skipped us and went straight to the people that had just gotten sat, their ordered taken. Very disappointing read more

The Rex - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

Great new spot in the Skagit Valley. My burger was delicious and the perfect size - The Bitty Burger. Good, cold drinks and wonderful service. Newly opened in March 2026. Hand cut fries!! So good. Worth the stop!! Fun bar, big tv for sports and such. Will have live, outdoor music starting April 3. read more

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On our day trip to LaConnor, we stopped in at The Rex to see what they're offering. We learned that the new owners, Karl & Jane, just opened a few days ago. This place is being revamped into a dessert bar. They are currently offering cold beverages, gelato and Lopez Island ice cream, along with sandwiches, fresh pies and other baked goods. We got some ice cream and of course, had to try the homemade chocolate chip cookie. It was a nice treat! I'm liking what we're seeing so far and will check them out again in a few months to see how they are progressing. It's a cute place with friendly owners! There is ample patio seating. read more

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Such an adorable ice cream dessert shop, love the. We ordered ice cream and . As you can see from the picture, the ice cream scoops are huge! I think they are revamping the storefront next-door into a restaurant possible bar. I would definitely come back when visiting family again. read more

The Rex - Huge double scoop! - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

It's a shame to see a great spot go downhill. We attempted a birthday dinner here and were given a "reservation runaround" that started with the owner. After being told they don't take reservations, we arrived only to be told they do--just not for us, apparently. If you're going to pivot to "bistro-level" service, you need the staff and management to back it up. Right now, it's all pretension and zero execution. read more

The food was good, I legit waited 2 hrs for a sandwich. The sun has set, I don't know if I'll ever see my children again. Also soggy fries, which were forgotten read more

We spotted this gem heading to LaConner. Vey cute bistro with a warm home vibe. We had the Caprese and Fish Tacos. Very tasty and will come back for sure. read more

Food fabulous, service very good ( busy location), love the new interior. 5 stars from me, Very busy place, with tables in and outdoors. AND it has a BAR!!! Reasonably priced. We will be coming back. read more

Totally revamped and amazing!!! Food, service and ambience all get five stars! Also lots of awesome outdoor seating, great for group get togethers. read more

We stopped in for dinner after a day of riding and checking out the daffodil fields in La Conner, the food was excellent and the staff were wonderful A+ service, the charcuterie board was awesome as was the roast beef dip and the smashed burger, chatted with the owner for a bit very nice guy makes you feel very welcome, we highly recommend this place to everyone. read more

The Rex - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

I'm going to do 3 stars. This was a great hang out 2 owners ago. This new side of the bistro was quite impressive. The place looked awesome. It was packed and surprisingly we got a table. It was getting busier and our host actually took our drink order while we settled. Very kind of her. She informed us our waitress was going to take our order and we waited. Then we waited. Then we waited. Then we waited some more. Then we noticed people that arrived after us were getting served before us. So we waited. Our server asked about our cocktails and checked (we still didn't have them yet), so we waited some more. I asked... what are the chances of us getting served before the people that arrived after us? After seeing they got served before us, I'm estimating 0%. The waitress was a little stressed and a little argumentative. Not good but I will give her the benefit of the doubt. Food finally arrived - OMG, excited. Well....My food was cold. My husband's steak salad had 3 very small pieces of steak, weird. Our other friends had no comment. I do hope this little place succeeds. They did an amazing job on aesthetics but they may need a little more help to accommodate the business of Friday night. I do want to congratulate the new owners and wish them success. I will give them a chance again, not sure when, but if it is the same experience the stars will go down. Best of luck read more

We decided to come here as a quick lunch stop. The owner and the young woman running the place are both very nice and the food/dessert portions are well worth the price. ~$45 for two large sandwiches, chips, and drinks (included 20% tip). They also had beautiful home-made desserts. The outdoor seating was absolutely beautiful as well! Well worth the drive and price! read more

The Rex - Club sandwich (left) and Turkey Pesto sandwich (right) - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

$22 Charcuterie Board was PATHETIC!!! Who the hell puts raisins on a charcuterie board, it was mostly nuts, they skimped on the meat, cheese, fruit. Service was slow, waited a half hour before finally asking the server, who admitted the computer lost our order. Still took an another 15 mins to get our plate. Server also took the plate before we had finished. Go figure. Absolutely awful experience will not recommend. read more

This is a completely out-of-the-way gem. Nothing around but farmland . But it's cherry, the food was terrific, and it's an adorable place to enjoy, both inside the restaurant and outside on the extended patio. The Reuben sandwich was perfect, except for the need of a microwave to keep it warm. The service was just great, although it would have been difficult for it not to be because it was after regular lunch on a Saturday. And the lemon cheesecake bar was amazing. Still high from that. It's little, it's homey, it's out of the way, but absolutely worth it. read more

What a gem! The space is beautiful & cozy and everyone is so friendly! We had lattes, key lime pie, blueberry crumble cheesecake & sandwiches - everything was absolutely delicious! Only here for the weekend and can't wait to come back! read more

The Rex - Italian Wrap - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

Great sandwiches, pleasant outdoor seating & wonderful hospitality! AND homemade pies! AND ice cream cones!

Our most favorite and go to restaurant near where we live. Funky setting, super casual. Wes the chef and owner makes the best burgers on the weekend. Taco Tuesday is a must visit. Prices very reasonable Kari is the bestest waitress. Her carrot cake is nirvana Zoe and Liz work less often but are nonetheless outstanding Give the Rex a try read more

by @iwanttobewhatieat Obviously I must have a thing for biker friendly bars because I'm obsessed with @the_rex_bar_and_grill The food was AWESOME and the service was outstanding. Went with the appetizer burger and look, Monzarella sticks and onion rings are meant to be on cheeseburgers. I didnt know this my entire life. Now I know and it will never be the same. Ruined for all other burgers. The hubs went with the Kevin Funk Burger, and again so so goooood!! Eggs make burgers epic. This is such a cool spot with fantastic service, home made baked goods and relaxing outdoor space that is dog friendly. Now you know, off you go. #skagiteats #pnweats #foodblog #foodie #foodiesofinstagram #eathere #bestfood #bestfoodfeed #foodblogger #eatingfortheinsta #foodstagram #foodlover #foodgram #foodinsta #foodaddict #washingtonrestaurants #washingtoneats #pnwfood #skagitvalley #skagitfood #skagitfoodies #foodporn #borntoeat #yummy #nomnom #deliciousfood #deliciousness read more

The Rex - Appetizer Burger!!! - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

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I have driven by the Rex and Taco Tuesday sign lured my famished soul in on a Tuesday! It appears, it is a specialty/convenient store, a bar, and a cafe. Interesting mix and layout. They have local microbrews on tap so I ordered a beer and a beef taco, which for 7 dollars, seemed expensive. Until it came out! It was a soft taco that requires two hands and a few napkins, or a fork to eat. I almost ordered two but I am glad I only ordered one because it was filling. The taco sauce included is what I'd call an old school taco sauce to go with an old school American taco. I would not say it was the best old school soft taco I've had, but it was good. Overall, the feel of the place was great and friendly and someplace I plan to stop at again! read more

The Rex - Beef Taco from the Taco Tuesday menu - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

Graham Kerr told me about this spot- the charm can't be beat. The food is fresh & reasonably priced. The staff is friendly. It's perfectly located in the farming community or on the way to LaConner. read more

I stopped in for lunch on a weekday road trip through Fir Island - really good solid sandwich that comes with a pickle and coleslaw too. A nice big slice of carrot cake; they had lots of homemade baked goods including fresh pies. Nice selection of drinks and apparently beers tI'm glad I was hungry enough that I stopped here before getting into La Conner. Pandemic situation - There's a big outdoor eating area - both covered patio and sunny patio. Owners wore masks and gloves and were super friendly and food was prepared fast read more

The Rex - Rex Club sandwich, great fresh bread, came With pickle and coleslaw - Burgers Near Me - Mount Vernon, Washington

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This is a very fun place to stop for a drink on the way to La Conner, to meet a large group of friends or attend a fun event. Very friendly, funny and inviting staff. It's a very fun atmosphere with good food and good drinks. It's also a bottle shop and they sell some awesome home baked goods too. We'll be sure to stop in here more often. read more

Great food, fun place. Taco Tuesdays are wonderful. It's such a fun unexpected place to visit. Outdoor patio is really nice for warmer months. Staff is great. read more

The expectations I had for this place weren't very high. Boy was I wrong to think that way! We were in the outside area for a party which is beautiful and perfect! Picnic tables, heat lamps, grassy area and a roof over our heads in case of typical Washington rain. None of these things even compare to the burger I ate. I went expecting to have one kind but due to a smaller menu for the night I switched it up to a bacon cheeseburger. This was one of the best burgers I have had in a long time! Everyone around me was devouring the French fries and I was told the bun for the burger (I don't eat bread or fries) was incredible. 100% I will go back and 100% I will recommend this place to everyone I know! read more

The Rex has taken Taco Tuesday to a new level. Their tacos are made with 8 inch tortillas, with fresh lettuce, tomato's, red onion & shredded pork. This restaurant changed hands a number of years ago and the current staff has taken it to a new level. read more

Best clam chowder in the area. They don't skimp on clams or flavor! I look forward to trying their burgers and sandwiches. read more

The picnic packed was great with PBJ & bacon plus Italian. The chips, candies and pie were delicious. The place was very nice as we got there when they opened at nine. The sweat shirts and things were cool purchases too. read more

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My wife and I spent some time in LaConner and stopped at the Rex for lunch. It is a great place to eat and drink. There are several different seating areas at their large facility, each with its own character. The food was great and the service very friendly. We will return to this great spot. read more

We stopped for lunch- had the Thursday fish and c hips special and the Rex Special (turkey with cranberry sauce) sandwich. Both were very good somewhere between reasonably and generously sized. Their carrot cake is great. The staff is experienced and helpful. We'll definitely do back the next time we're up that way. read more

Killer sandwiches and nice waitstaff. Eating outside is great but road noise is awful so try getting in their undercover area and not the patio. Try their BLTA...yum! read more

FANTASTIC!! The food is top notch. Burgers and Sandwiches are obviously made with love. The French fries are perfection, with amazing fry sauce. The store has great local foods. The owners are amazing! All around great spot. read more

Best place ever! Outside dining and everything! Love the food and people that work there, I'll be back again!

We went for Taco Tuesday and my husband enjoyed your Tacos I had your Taco Salad it was very good but I would like taco chips crumbled under neath or on top read more

Delicious burgers! And you have to stop in and get the fish and chips on thursday nights :)