The Wayfinder Cafe

This place is amazing, every time we come for breakfast everything is really good. And the…read morecinnamon rolls are to die for. All the servers are friendly, kind and super efficient. Been to this location and Anacortes, both are worthy of your visit!

20 Miatas roll into La Conner on a gorgeous sunny Saturday like the world's most adorable invasion,…read moreand I make a beeline straight for Calico Cupboard because priorities. (and bathroom!) I came for ONE cookie. ONE. What I found was an absolute wall of bakery beautifulness that stopped me dead in my tracks. The line was out the door, not surprisingly but I needed every minute of that wait to make my decisions. Final verdict: a raspberry kiss mocha (dreamy), a lemondoodle cookie (excuse me, WHAT), and a molasses cookie that I'm still thinking about. To. Die. For. My husband went rogue and ordered a Lotus drink, which unfortunately arrived as approximately 90% soda water with the flavor just... vibing separately at the bottom. We tried. We stirred. We let it go. Stick to the baked goods, friends. The staff was warm and lovely even with a line out the door, which is its own kind of superpower. Calico Cupboard, I will be back. Ideally with a seat at an actual table someday. And maybe six cookies this time.

Calico Cupboard Cafe And Bakery - La Conner

Old-Fashioned Cinnamon Roll

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Nell Thorn Restaurant & Pub

4.1(664 reviews)

Fabulous food, service, atmosphere. The staff at Nell Thorn is very informative about the food,…read morewine and cocktails. They offer suggestions based on diet restrictions or something you might not like. They are always there to make a suggestion and offer help but are not hovering. So nice to see a restaurant with so much help. The food is fresh; everything picked or caught from the same day. Ask to be seated at a window table. It's lovely to view the river while you are dining. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant.

August 12, 2025 - La Conner, WA…read more We had a wonderful lunch on the dog-friendly patio overlooking the waterfront. Our server was Melissa, and she was friendly and welcoming. We ordered the Wagyu Burger ($24) with a side salad to split. They charge a $2 split fee, which I prefer over bringing out one meal and an extra plate. The Wagyu Burger is the best burger I have had in a long time. The meat was cooked a perfect medium, and was served with caramelized onions, white cheddar, a most delicious truffle aioli, and a wonderful house made brioche bun. Yum. I was almost sorry I split this one. But that left room for dessert...a luscious chocolate mousse served with whipped cream and a macaron.

Welcoming lobby

Frutti De Mare

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Hightower Cabernet Sauvignon

Retro Diner

4.6(14 reviews)

Food: the veggie omelette included lots of fresh veggies, the hashbrowns were crispy, the sourdough…read moretoast was outstanding, and the burger was solid. They also know how to brew iced tea, which is nice. My only complaint is that the omelette and hashbrowns were severely lacking in seasoning. Service: friendly and attentive from start to finish. Food was a tad slow coming out. Ambiance: fun, gaudy, and not for those who get overstimulated

Excellent lunch on a beautiful sunny day in LaConner at Retro Diner. We sat outside-were…read moreimmediately greeted and were told to pick any open table. We nabbed a 50's retro dinette table complete with a disco mirror ball creamer table decor. My younger niece loved the mirror ball! I had steak salad, with blue cheese crumbles, crunchy romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers topped with a creamy balsamic dressing. It came with toasted cheese bread on the side. Five stars! My older niece loves Reuben sandwiches so she had that with a side salad instead of fries. She said it was 5 stars. My younger niece had a grilled cheese with fries. She's a light eater but loved it. We carried half her meal home for later. Outstanding service, top quality food, and a fun atmosphere made it a special day after our visit to see the tulips. We highly recommend it. We were in and out in an hour but not rushed at all. Check out the Retro Diner! Their burgers and also breakfasts are outstanding too, as we eat there regularly. If you love milkshakes theirs are off the charts incredible. We were too full to get one after kettle corn and fudge before lunch while we strolled thru tulip fields. Also the outside is decorated with huge inflatable tulips so it's a great instagram selfie stop!

Inside!

Tulip fields visited before Retro Diner

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Waterfront Cafe

3.7(128 reviews)

Love this chowder. The BEST gourmet burgers you wil have in La Conner and surrounding area.read more

How I really wanted to like this place but was massively disappointed and feeling honestly scammed…read moreout of my money: This is a tourist trap and not a beloved local restaurant like I thought it would be. The cafe was very busy when we arrived and had to wait about 20 minutes for an open table out on the deck. Due to how busy it was, I had high hopes that the food was good. Unfortunately it felt more catered to the one and done tourist - take their money with over priced mediocre food that certainly did not command either aesthetics or taste. What we ordered: 1. Fried calamari $18: this was the smallest portion on an appetizer plate with three calamari rings and a handful of what appeared to be minuscule tentacle pieces heavily battered to give the dish the appearance of "more". Bland and oily - nothing really outstanding here. 2. Captain's Platter $28: this was the most expensive item on the menu. I ordered it hoping that at least quantity wise it would be satisfying. It came with one fried piece of cod, one fried piece of halibut, four fried shrimp and fries. I have never eaten more bland fries in my life. They weren't even crunchy but soggy with oil as they laid under the fried fish, which likely was hurriedly plated on the fries without letting the oil drip off. The fish was overcooked for sure - the cod was so small that I was honestly offended. The shrimp - undercooked. 3. Strawberry lemonade $5: standard, on the sour side. The only pleasant thing I have to say is that the hostess and waitress were very sweet. They were definitely understaffed and I felt badly for them so I tipped well. But I would not go back and do not recommend - unless you like to waste your vacation money on this tourist trap.

Outside table

Cobb Salad

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Pier side sign

Santo Coyote Mexican Kitchen

4.5(144 reviews)

We came here during the Tulip Festival season but there was still plenty of room. Cute decor with…read morecomfortable, colorful booths. We tried the mole taquitos which were sweet and spicy - great depth. Also did the carne asada - meat was nicely charred without being overcooked, and loved the roasted jalepenos it came with. Free chips and salsa, which is increasingly rare. Margarita was a bit too sweet for my taste but I'm sure the could adjust it. Service was friendly and fast.

First time here. Greeted graciously, and served fresh chips and salsa. Ordered Chili Verde with…read morewhole beans and flour tortillas. Excellent food! Pork was lean and tender with an amazing sauce. Beans perfectly cooked and great tortillas. It's authentic Mexican food. Price was low for the quality - great value. Place is immaculate and cozy. I'll definitely return. I'd say a perfect late lunch.

One of the 2 dining rooms

Table side guacamole with the Santo fajitas

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View from our booth

Stompin Grounds Coffee Co

4.5(58 reviews)

0.3 mi

Such a cute, eclectic little spot. Staff is super friendly. Broccoli cheddar quiche is to die for…read more(add the sprinkle of sea salt as recommended !) and the coffee is hot and delicious. Highly recommend

An eclectic "bespoke" coffee shop in La Conner. When we visited, there was actually no menu and the…read morebarista mentions he can make any drink for the most part, so we opted for a hemp milk orange latte which was pretty decent. I don't see hemp milk much in other coffee shops so this stood out. There's zero latte art and it's just a regular white paper cup so I didn't bother taking a picture of the drink itself. The cafe itself is pretty interesting, with a whole variety of license plates, pastry case, and other CBD products, and there are lots of seating. The downside for being "bespoke" is that there is no menu. $7+ for a 16oz latte is a bit steep and we don't know the breakdown of prices, so if anything, even if there's no menu, a general price guideline would be much appreciated.

License plates inside - IG @bougiefoodieboi

Inside Stompin Grounds Coffee

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Cute building with beautiful baskets of flowers welcoming you!

The Fork At Skagit Bay

4.2(64 reviews)

0.2 mi

Wonderful service, fantastic food, cozy ambiance. Perfect for a quiet meal alone and a cocktail at…read morethe bar.

The Fork at Skagit Bay still remains my favorite restaurant in Skagit County - and in all…read morecategories! Looking for a great happy hour? They've gotcha covered. Affordable lunch burger and a beer? Yup. Fancy date night romantic dinner with craft cocktails? Heck yeah. Combining a casual, marine-themed ambiance with quaint La Conner vibes, and adding in some truly delish food and drink, there are few places in the area I'd rather eat. My favorite here is their bouillabaisse, with big pieces of fish, half a fresh Dungeness crab, sausage, and all the goodness cooked in their house-made broth. All I can say is: try it. Their raw oysters are also a favorite, but I can't say I've ever had a bad dish here. One time I swung out and tried their pork chop, which was truly sent from heaven. Their wine list contains several affordable options - on one visit our group enjoyed two bottles of an exquisite rose. And if gin is in your repertoire, don't miss the Empress Aviation which is not only pretty to look at, but quite tasty as well. Their happy hour features incredible drink and appy discounts, including half price bottles of wine. And I'd be remiss not to mention their friendly, lovely service. We always feel special when we visit. What's not to love about The Fork? I'm officially hungry now!

Our bike

Jack Mountain Meats Dry-Aged Steaks

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We love our whiskeys

Coa Mexican Eatery

Molcajete was such a good idea. We seriously split it 4 ways and it was an amazing lunch! We each…read moregot 2 tortillas and it was next level fajitas. Stewed meats in hot lava stone. Various meats and veggies... everyone in our party was raving over the surprise! So good!! A couple of folks in our party had the tequilas and enjoyed some shots!

Omg omg omg omg omg…read more I've been looking for a good Mexican restaurant since we moved to WA & COA - THANK YOU! It was DELICIOUS ; affordable ; and the staff was very nice Has cute little spots for photo ops & did I mention it was DELICIOUS?! We got the moxejete an it's $40 ; DO NOT be alarmed by he price ITS WORTH IT! Delicious and so much food ; couldn't even finish it!

Burrito loco is just that; CRAZY GOOD!

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Only the freshest ingredients

La Conner Pub & Eatery

3.6(261 reviews)

0.2 mi

Is this a dive bar? Almost. Is the staff nice? Absolutely. Are the drinks delicious? 100%. Should…read moreyou get fried mushrooms because you miss the Schwann's man? You bet. 10/10 will return.

I love a good "worn-in" pub. I don't need fancy, but friendly staff, a fun, welcoming atmosphere,…read moreand great pub grub are musts, and this one has it all. There is a pool table, a jukebox, plenty of seating (both in the bar and in the restaurant section) and plenty of delicious food and drink options. My favorite is their fish & chips and clam chowder. Don't miss the waterfront deck in the summertime. It's small, but lovely.

The bar

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Seaside gallery in laconner. Love the art of these artists.

O’Neils Confectionery and Soda Fountain

4.6(16 reviews)

0.3 mi

Wow, museum and candy/ice cream store in one. part of hotel…read moreplanter on the national register of historic places. the store dates back to 1907 and many of the original accoutrements are still in place. You will learn that cherry crush is America's favorite drink. you can still buy candy cigarettes. They make milkshakes by hand in a machine from 1950. Generous scoops of ice cream. If you love history, visit and check it out. (If you stay at hotel planter this is where your pizza or hot dog orders will come from.)

Exceptional service and unique experience! Laconner's best…read morekept secret! I share this with our out of town company.