Service great, food great, overall we would recommend! Awesome crab cakes! Loved the things for sale, good wine and SUPER clean restaurant!

Best restaurant in Anacortes! We started with the Dungeness Crab au gratin which was absolutely to die for! Generous amount of crab and cheese along with a baguette. You could also bathe in this. Just the best! My wife and I split the Garlic Brie Burger. 1/3 lb. hamburger with grass fed, organic ground beef topped with roasted garlic cloves, Brie, toasted garlic aioli, pickled red onions and lettuce. According to the menu...I love this one, but perhaps not the best for a date since the garlic is pronounced! read more

Our annual romantic getaway to the Tulip Festival would not be complete without a stop here! We absolutely love Adrift! Our favorite is to sit at the bar and watch the amazing team CREATE! Tonight we had a huckleberry lemon drop and an IPA, bruschetta, Clementine burger, & crab cakes. Coming back tomorrow for the berry crisp à la mode. Yum! read more

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We stopped to eat at Adrift after our whale watching tour in the area. If we were locals- this would be a regular spot for us. We truly enjoyed every single bite of our food while dining here. From the creaminess of the crab au gratin to the savory flavors of the sandwiches the food was unmatched by other restaurants in the area that we had tried on our vacation to Washington. On top of the amazing food, the service was quality. Not only did the staff welcome us and provide swift service, but they also gave great recommendations for things to do in the area and in Seattle as that was our next stop. The restaurant provided a relaxing environment with a clean atmosphere. The ambiance was one that shows this is place for family and friends to gather for a good meal. Food- 5/5 Service- 6/5 Atmosphere- 5/5 read more

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We were passing through the area and meeting friends for lunch. We were all very pleased with our lunch here at Adrift. I'm a sucker for a beet salad so I immediately chose the Beet Happening salad. I added grilled shrimp as a protein. It was a very good salad with a plentiful amount of beets. The shrimp were a good size and a nice addition. The other 3 guests all chose the halibut. One guest was accidentally brought out salmon instead but opted to keep it rather than wait for another order to be prepared. He said it was very good and not a terrible mistake. The restaurant itself was nice and cozy. Tables are mixed with booths; a bit close together but not in a bothersome way. The bar area is in a separate room (entrance) from the dining area. Definitely worth dining here. read more

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We were so very pleased the service was great. The food was fresh and the flavour was wonderful!

A small, casual restaurant focusing on local produce and manufacturers. The small space was packed but I sat at the counter and watched the chefs move quickly filling all the orders streaming in. I had the steamed mussels and clams in a red curry sauce, mashed sweet potatoes with coconut milk, kale with garlic and leek, and finished it off with vanilla ice cream with stout hot fudge sauce. All of it was outstanding and I'm looking forward to returning. read more

Very good clams! Always love Taylor shellfish. $25 for 1lb. The bread that it comes with is sadly not very good, but the clams make up for it. Lots of broth so good bread would be my only suggestion! read more

Adrift - Steamers - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

The food DELICIOUS. The service INCREDIBLE. The cocktails SO GOOD. The ambiance was such a VIBE. Highly recommend this place and shoutout Jason, he was funny, personable, and had a lot of knowledge of the dishes and cocktails for good recommendations. read more

Adrift - Blackened Fish (salmon) substitute kale for broccolini - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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Adrift is a very popular restaurant! We walked in without a reservation for a 5:30 dinner before our ferry ride out to the San Juan Islands. At that point, there were already no tables left and instead only a couple of counter seats - which is actually our preference! The seats are situated right in front of the kitchen, so we were able to watch as the chefs performed their magic. We ordered two apps (one as an entrée) and one entrée. The first app took about 10 minutes to come out. The other two dishes took an additional 35 minutes to come out (so 45 minutes total) - small kitchen, limited throughout, and being super busy = slow food service, I suppose. Otherwise, the rest of the service is fantastic - the bottleneck certainly isn't the waitstaff! Oven Fries ($7.50) - The are cooked in a huge pile in the oven. Unfortunately, they aren't that great. They're very uniform in texture, including the crust, giving off a very leathery type of chew, like a desiccated husk of a potato. No fluff, no crisp crust, just dry and dehydrated. It's served with a garlic aioli that's not particularly garlicky, but at least adds some fat and creaminess to the fries. The fries are salted well and are tossed with some dried herbs, including parsley and rosemary. (3/5) Crab Cakes, Three ($32) - It looks like they shallow fry these for a bit and then toss in the oven to finish. They baked our serving until they almost looked burnt on the sides, in stark contrast to the next batch of crab cakes that looked golden brown. Yet, they didn't taste burnt at all, which is great. Good crust, plenty of crab meat mixed with a bit of binder and green onion. It's mostly thinly shredded crab meat rather than larger chunks as a more premium crab cake. The texture is a bit on the firmer and drier side, although there's plenty of sauce both on top and bottom. On top is a green guacamole sauce that almost makes the top of the crab cakes taste like fried tortilla. On the bottom is a generous amount of Thai chili sauce, very sweet, tangy and a little bit spicy. I wish the chili sauce wasn't there though - the taste is a bit overpowering to me, making it almost impossible to appreciate the crab. Instead, the only crab-forward bites are those in the center of the cake. I don't usually comment on the plating of the food, but this dish left a lot to be desired, since the sauce is slopped on and below the star of the show - the crab cakes. Let the crab cakes stand on their own with the sauces on the side, or at least not doused in the sauces! (4/5) Sauce Bercy Special, Salmon ($34) - The dish starts with a mound of risotto on the bottom. It's puzzlingly served cold with the rice being undercooked, exhibiting a hard, almost small crunch in the center of each grain of rice. The temperature is very disjointed with the rest of the dish, because the brocollini (cooked well) and the salmon are served steaming hot. The sauce on top is savory and a bit lemony and the salmon is cooked well enough, only slightly overcooked, being not too dry with a good flaky texture. The sauce is not warmed and instead ladled on top of the salmon from a metal container. (3/5) I have some mixed feelings about Adrift. I feel like for the price point, the food should be a lot better executed than it actually is. I saw the chefs working hard, so I feel like this might be a management problem. Perhaps they are allowing too many guests into the restaurant at once and/or have too large of a menu, requiring too much time per dish in the extremely small kitchen. It's a shame, because the experience could be a lot better with better throughput management. Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms. read more

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Came by for dinner and had a nice meal. Ordered the chimichurri salmon. It was cooked to perfection and I liked the chimichurri sauce. It came with potatoes and broccoli. Ordered the mango bread pudding for dessert. I love mangoes and am a big fan of bread pudding. Together it was ok but not as good as I had hoped. Inside is a bit confusing. You walk in to the bar and the dining area is a separate room to the right. Server did a nice enough job, service was good but not personable. I can see why this place is popular, they have good food even though it was a bit pricey. read more

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I only had the fried egg sandwich and coffee but I feel that was enough to issue a 5 star rating. Just take a look at the picture of that sandwich and you'll see. Service was excellent and the wooden booths make for a cozy atmosphere. read more

Adrift - Fried egg sandwich with avocado - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Highly rated, my daughter and I stopped by for a quick lunch. When you walk in, it doesn't seem like it's a restaurant but you walk towards the back and on the right side is the dining room. Our server was very nice and darn it!!!!!! I forgot our servers name. She was very nice, friendly and attentive. Food: Shrimp Tacos Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwhich add Tomato Soup French Fries The shrimp tacos were good, and the friench fries were really good. I enjoyed the grilled cheese and dipping it in the soup. Overall, it's a cute spot and nice neighborhood. I'd return again. read more

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A fun and quirky little stop in anacortes perfect for a dinner out. Lots of interesting things on the menu, it was hard to choose. So surprised to see a dirty soda on the menu and had to give it a try, so tasty. We got a mix of salads and sandwiches as the table all of which were tasty and filling. A cozy little spot but still didn't feel over crowded we had a nice time out here! read more

Simply put, Adrift has a great menu and good staff. We've been here a few times and enjoyed it each time. Sometimes we just do apps, sometimes more. Anacortes surprisingly has a decent food scene. read more

We didn't have reservations and thought we would give it a try. It.was really good. We sat at the bar. I ordered the burger medium rare . It came medium as I thought it would. The soup was amazing. We will be back for sure. read more

Adrift - Burger - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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This place has the best crab cakes my husband and I have ever had. So fresh tasting and lots of crab. The service is excellent and bonus- our dog can be with us on the patio! This is a must to stop at when we are in town. read more

Adrift - Restaurant frontage - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

We enjoyed a perfect meal. We started with the bruschetta, then shared the beet salad and had the seafood linguine. Everything was very fresh and the service was excellent. read more

This was my first time here - I had the breakfast tacos (which were just okay) BUT I had the new potatoes with mushroom cream sauce and it was literally one of the best things I've ever eaten. I also had a piece of key lime pie which was DELICIOUS. The service was wonderful, ambience comfortable and inviting. I really enjoyed my meal. Thank you. Folks...get the potato side. read more

Adrift - Potatoes with mushroom cream sauce - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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Excellent service & food. Kale was not overcooked, the aromatics enhanced the taste & freshness. Crab cakes & steamers were just as good; focaccia was perfect to sop up the steamer "juice." read more

Adrift - Kale, crab cakes, steamer pot - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

This restaurant was fantastic. Excellent food, and the Old Fashion was one of the best my husband has ever had. Owner makes her own Asian pear syrup! Quaint, copper table tops, the entire experience was fantastic. read more

Amazing food, great service, lots of selections! Good location and no problem finding parking nearby!

With all the great dining experiences in Anacortes, we finally got around to Adrift. We will not forget to put this place on the top of our list as a favorite. I had to try the pan fried oysters and they did not disappoint. Very flavorful and the nori was a nice addition. They had a blue crab sandwich special, which was good, but maybe just a little too much bread. The aioli was a nice addition to the crab. Service was great and seating was nice. Loved the decor in the bar area. Lots of books I wanted to check out on the shelves there. Adrift is a worthwhile restaurant to check out when in Anacortes. read more

We're in town from hot springs Arkansas. Our whale watching tour guide recommended this place for the salmon. Amazing! We loved it! Service was amazing and food was exceptional! read more

Adrift - Lopez Island Creamery Ice Cream - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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I really liked the food at Adrift. I was pleased they had a variety of dishes that different from the local bar food normals. My bf had had a fried oyster/ on a hamburger years earlier her was was dying for one. Even though it wasn't on the menu they did it for an up charge. Although the cook forgot them and we had to send it back the first time. It's the only reason I took a star off. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive. It's pricey and I would expect a tiny more attention to detail on the kitchens end. read more

Adrift - So excited for this - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

We came in fairly late and wanted to talk. The people were super nice and catered to our needs. The food was delicious and just the right amount. I enjoyed the key lime tartlet for dessert. By the time we left everyone. Else had left except two people cleaning and they still didn't rush us snd were very nice. Thank you. read more

If you're looking for locally sourced ingredients in a passionately thoughtful dish, look no further. Our service was very good, water glasses always kept full and we were thirsty. The ambience is quaint and inviting, making us feel comfortable.. Like we are in someone's home. The only misstep is being out of their most popular dessert. Other than that, it was a deliciously delightful experience, everyone who visits Anacortes should have. read more

Adrift - Think this is called the Daver.. It was good, but it definitely left wondering how much better the dessert pie would have been. - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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The weather was lovely, so we chose a table outside. Our entree choices were both delicious; poblano grits with shrimp and blackened cod with roasted potatoes and sauted kale. The service was prompt and attentive. When we return, we will happily dine here again. read more

Had the adrift salad with grilled blackened chicken. Ginger dressing . It was delicious. Partner had egg sandwich with avocado. Was very tasty, was hot and the eggs were done perfectly! read more

Great food and service. Nice walk from the marina. For someone with celiac disease, they can safely feed you. Try to stop by every time we are in town. read more

Stopped by for lunch. They have quite a few options for gluten free and dairy free dining. The waitress was very helpful and the service was quick. I had the beet salad with the mustard basil dressing and bacon. My husband had the homemade soup and a sandwich. All the food was very tasty. read more

Go to Tasha's or A'Town for consistent good food. Adrift tries hard but consistency is a must for me. Also it is so noisy - the dining room needs help read more

Had a very good dinner at Adrift last night. They had a nice selection of seafood options, burgers, vegetarian options. We had great service and the bar area looked nice when we walked through to our table. I will be back for more visits. read more

Excellent cioppino!! Great seafood and bistro options! 1/2 price bottles of wine on Wednesdays! Nice ambiance and wonderful, friendly service! Highly recommend! read more

We were privileged enough to eat at Adrift tonight, and man, we relished each bite! The baked salmon and herbed risotto was melt in your mouth, and the crab cakes were a treat. We sat at the counter and thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment of the well oiled kitchen. We're from out of town, but already planning our next trip so we can enjoy dinner here again. read more

I tried one of their most popular dish, cioppino and it was very good. My favorite cioppino of all times is at Soto mare in San Francisco so I was a bit biased going in. Their version of cioppino is very light and healthy. The seafood was cooked perfectly. The broth was flavorful but light it had a good amount of seafood broth with just a hint of tomato. I love that the tomato flavor wasn't dominant. There was also a good amount of seafood as well as fresh vegetable. My favorite part was the toasted crostini. I wished I had more! The only thing I didn't like about the dish is the dollop of cilantro creme aioli on top of the crostini. It was a bit heavy and the flavor did not go well together but was easy to remove. For dessert, I ordered the vegan chocolate mousse with candied ginger. This was also very good. I appreciate the innovative flavors however I felt that the ginger did not go well with the chocolate. A drizzle of sea salted caramel would have been better. I thought the service was excellent and I love the casual library decoration vibe. Sometimes I just love having an introverted moment and have a quiet dinner by myself. I thought that this restaurant was not perfect but definetely very solid place located in a cute small town. I would go back again and recommend this place to others. read more

Adrift - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

We are becoming regulars here for good reason. The service is outstanding. The place is charming whether you eat outside with your dog in tow in their cozy patio dining sections, in the lovely dining area, or at the counter where you feel like part of the family. Get the crab cakes! We are addicted. They are the best. The grilled shrimp are incredible. The crab au gratin is great--share it as an appetizer. Their salads are super fresh. read more

I love my food here , affordable price, good seafood quality and great service as well! read more

Adrift - I really enjoyed my food in this place! Everything was delicious, excellent service and good price - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

The seafood was excellent as was the service. We stopped in before catching the ferry and they did not disappoint. I got the cioppino and enjoyed it. It was a relatively rich tomato based broth and would definitely recommend it. read more

Staff was super friendly and attentive, giving my husband and I some recommendations on real estate, things to see and do around the islands, and explaining different menu items. The food was really fresh, delicious, and thoughtfully prepared. My husband had the cioppino, I took a bite, we both thought it was delicious! Super fresh! I had shrimp tacos, which were really good, too. I loved the accoutrements that came with it, as well as our truffle, fries and crabcakes, they were also really tasty! Super relaxed vibe, but quality food! read more

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