We had a MARVELOUS experience!…read more My bf, his mom and myself passed by this place on a couple of walks. I've also marked it as a place to visit. It is part of the Staybridge Suite hotels here and this hotel in general, is always packed! We finally know why! The hotel inside is beautiful -- woodwork and a cozy ambience! The 5 x 5 bar & bistro is new. What it was before was an old theater. Matthew was a one-man show with two ladies helping him with carrying the done orders to the tables. It was actually quiet on a Wednesday when we had went. Only 3 tables occupied. We missed happy hour and settled on the regular menu. I had the chicken tenders (4-pc) with lemon pepper seasoning (oh my -- this was delicious!) along with sweet potato waffle fries. I also got the hummus plate -- fresh veggies and the hummus had feta cheese and olive oil too, yummy! My bf had the pepperoni pizza with cheddar cheese and topped with green onions. I had a taste of it and it was pretty good! My bf's mom had the fish burger with a side salad. Matthew was so kind and made a mental note of the orders. He even remembered my bf's mom saying 'no cheese' and he doubled checked with her after looking at the fish burger. Real nice guy and his service with the ladies was warm and delightful! They're forming an events room hall that will be done soon that used to be a pool area (so yes, no swimming pool anymore). They also have a nice patio area with long chairs and a nice mini bar/grills in the middle. I also had a limoncello cooler and my bf's mom has red wine too. We'd come back again!

In short Great deals on great drinks, food is really solid,…read moreand the setting is nice and friendly. Only drawback is that the hours are limited. In long Lately we've been seeking out places that are literally quieter--less volume on the music, more space between the tables, and so on. I'd been wanting to check out 5x5, anyway, since it's the only spot around with an exactly perfect rating score. It looked like it'd fit the bill for a low-key place, and off we went. We came in shortly after they opened on a Saturday (4:00 PM). You're in a larger business-traveler hotel here, aimed at Boeing and Boeing-sub folks traveling for work. The building looks kinda generic from outside, but there's plenty of parking, and the lobby has a high-ceilinged atrium vibe for sure. Nice floor tiles, nice carpet, tasteful furniture. Everything's in perfect shape. You don't feel the lounge vibe right away, but there's a gigantic fireplace ahead of you, warming both sides of the room from the middle. Around that, there are lots of sturdy, shiny tables under the lofty ceilings. Off to the side, there's a little lounge area, then another one. Everything in the lounge is bar-height seating, and there are a few flatscreens, probably showing the game. Most folks are in here, sitting around the bar in the middle of the room. We posted up at a table just outside the lounge. Lindsey was behind the bar, and cheerfully answered every single question we had about food and all their cocktails. She's super friendly and makes a great drink for sure. She seems to have a bunch of regulars who aren't staying at the hotel, which is a great sign, no doubt. We checked out the warm pretzel--such a decadent treat. The waffle fries (and especially the aioli that came with them) were awesome. The pizza was a great choice; we added pickled onions to the Speedway. The crust could be a little crisper but we took home what we didn't finish and it's great here, too. Service on food and drinks was really quick. The cocktails here can be really creative, and there are lots of classics with house twists on the recipe. They even have a pisco sour they've tweaked--that's a fair bit of work for a bartender to make mid-shift. We got 5 great drinks and 3 nice plates of food for $96, and I don't think we even ordered anything from the HH menu. This is a very easy place to add to the rotation.

Wonderful stop at night. There was a chill in the air and walking the dog but they had an outdoor…read moreseating area with plastic walls up to protect from cool breeze. Able to bring pup onto porch. Served us tasty drinks and very accommodating staff. 2nd time there enjoying some creative cocktails!

Fun place to go with a vast variety of craft cocktails! I love how there are different categories…read moreof cocktails so it caters to everyone! You want a boozy cocktail? They got you! You want a bitter cocktail? They also got you! The chickpea fries were weirdly good and I couldn't stop eating the toum with it! I love how they have little snacks on the menu.

TL;DR: A legit…read morespeakeasy hidden in a yarn shop -- must-visit if you're anywhere near Whidbey. Drinks: - Clean, polished cocktails that would hold up in Seattle or NYC - Bartender knew what he was doing without being overbearing Vibe: - Speakeasy feel, tucked into a rural spot - Live jazz sax when we arrived, set the tone perfectly - Attentive, professional service without any pretension - Still kinda wild this exists on a random island What Could Be Better?: Some fuzzy house rules (1 drink min, 3 drink max, capped visit time) but nothing that really takes away from the experience

This is a small unassuming spot just up from Clinton ferry, that makes great cocktails. Bar tenders…read moreare super awesome. However, staff at the door can be very arrogant. If you want to get a drink here plan to get the once over from head to toe to make sure that you look the part. We live less than 2 miles from this establishment but have only visited maybe a dozen times. Noticing friends vehicles in the parking lot, my wife stopped in, not to drink, but just step inside and wish them a happy birthday. She was not allowed inside because "she would ruin the ambience." she was wearing yoga pants and a Patagonia puffy vest on the way back from a class. This is a change for the worse for S and T. In small town Whidbey,having lived here almost 40 years, you can walk into almost anywhere in a pair of Carhartts and work boots and be served without a second thought. If you dressed casual and happen to be Clinton I'd recommend driving right by Skein and Tipple in favor of one of several friendly establishments in Langley. Being treated like your being done some kind of favor to be let in is not the small Island vibe most people are looking for. We will not be returning.

Visiting from out of town. Great customer service from our waiter Angel!…read moreBig portions, good food, great drinks and clean environment! Love love love, definitely returning!

Just ate here and honestly... this spot does not miss. The food was everything tasted fresh,…read moreflavorful, and actually made with care, not just thrown together. You can tell they know what they're doing in the kitchen. But what really stood out was the service. Everyone was super friendly, attentive without being annoying, and made the whole experience feel welcoming. It's one of those places where you walk in once and feel like a regular. If you're looking for legit Mexican food with great vibes and people who actually care, this is definitely the move. I'll 100% be back.

[5/5] Atmosphere…read more Such clean, bright, and spacious interior. Love the decorations and theme. [4/5] Service Service was overall good - no one checked in during our meal but that's fine. We were there during the Seahawks game and one of the waiters noticed us struggling to see the TV as there were plant decorations and she moved them all out the way so we could watch which I thought was super thoughtful. [4/5] Food We got crab rangoons to start - I don't think I would get them again as the outer shell wasn't my thing (maybe the type of wrapper they used?) I got the chicken pho and my husband got the pho dac biet. We both enjoyed our meal - the bean sprouts and greens were fresh. Broth tasted very clean - we didn't find it too salty. We paid $49 before tip. A bit on the higher end price wise for pho. [4/5] Location/Parking Located in a small plaza right next to Grocery Outlet. In a small plaza by Highway 99. Adequate parking.

I think it's safe to say that this is my new favorite Vietnamese food spot in the north! Came in…read morewith zero expectations and left SO impressed. Food & drink: (5/5) We started with a salt and pepper calamari because apps are 20% off during HH. We love Viet style fried food and this was everything we wanted. For entrees, my partner got the pho dac biet, a craving that he easily ate clean. I took a sip of the broth and it reminded me a lot of the pho my mom makes which is always a good sign! I actually don't like pho all too much (compared to other Viet soups) so I got the bun cha gio thit nuong. The vegetables were fresh, the thit nuong was sweet and salty with a nice chew, and the cha gio was crunchy with good filling. Service: (5/5) Again, super friendly and gave a homey vibe that reminded me of my own Viet family. They were having a team lunch while we were there and it was super heartwarming to see!

Great food, service, and atmosphere. They have a nice wine selection and creative cocktails. Highly…read morerecommend this place.

What an amazing experience! From the beautifully decorated, chic interior to the patio overlooking…read morethe ocean, from the DELICIOUS food to the attentive service and food recommendations. They only serve breakfast once a week, and it's worth It. With the limited menu, you KNOW the kitchen does the dishes correctly. We ordered a little of everything including the lumpia and salmon crostini from the appetizer menu and three different breakfast plates. My biscuits were dry and a little hard but the gravy was excellent. My brunch companions got the breakfast burrito and the scramble. Both were equally delicious. We even had some flair with the meal, bloody Mary's and a mimosa! Believe me, this is one place you don't want to miss!

I've had a few very good experiences at this place. The food is excellent and the service has been…read morevery friendly. Just a great place to have a glass of wine and a meal. Food is elevated and flavors were on point.

We enjoyed a delicious dinner at the Red Cork Bistro last Friday night. The place was hopping too!…read moreWe arrived at 7:30 and got the last 2 seats available in the restaurant. The restaurant has a cozy feel inside - great for date nights. I ordered the salmon, which was cooked and seasoned perfectly, and the accompanying rice and carrots were delightful. My husband ordered the Thai Chili Prawn Pasta, which was so flavorful and delicious. My husband is a little spice-wary, but was said the heat was perfect. Our server was kind, funny, and very helpful. And even the chef came by a few times to check on us and our food! Overall, a wonderful experience and we already have plans to return.

What a cute place! Excellent cocktails, welcoming bartender, good prices for the ingredients they…read moreuse. Definitely small - maybe 14-16 seats in the place so you'll get comfy with neighbors, which may be the best part. 10/10 will return

A lovely cozy little corner of Edmonds downtown!…read more Hubby and I wanted to have a little night cap before winding down our evening. Daphne's was perfect. The drink offerings are creative and it was difficult to choose! Hubby landed on the Corpse Reviver and I chose the Moscow Mule. Both drinks were delicious and strong. The space is small so on busier nights, I would imagine it gets a bit crowded in there. There are two booths which could probably fit up to 4 people and stools at the bar. Overall a solid 5/5. Happy to recommend and visit again.

Delicious hidden gem. I can't believe I didn't know about this place. The jicama tacos are a…read morewonderful gluten free option. I asked for the sauce on the side so I could try the other salsa with them. I am so glad I did. The carne asada tacos were really good. The salsa that comes with the chips was super good and I added it to my tacos. They also give you a complimentary tostada per person. You can ask for no cheese. The service was really good as well. The place is primarily a bar with a few tables in the under 21 section. But well worth coming to this place with kids. The food is great.

I can't tell you how many times I drove by this place without even knowing it was here. There is a…read moresmall cluster of restaurants that honestly don't have the strongest reviews. La Gloria is the exception. Reviews glow, but since you have seen my score, it's clear there is room for improvement. Once seated, we were served a Tostada. This was a single small fried tortilla with beans, cabbage and salsa. Probably cost less than $.25 in material, but sells for around $7. Now whenever, I talked to my God Mother, rest in peace, about a new Mexican restaurant, her first question was always the same, "How were the Frijoles?". These beans were creamy, well-seasoned and flavorful. The best refried beans I've tasted in some time. I still say the appetizer is overpriced, but I also see why they serve you one free for dining in. We started with chips and salsa. I still say, they should be free, but at $4, it's a little tough to complaint, but I will. The chips came on a dinner plate. A dinner plate of chips would be about the same size as a restaurant basket of chips, however, there was a large bowl big enough for soup with the smallest amount of salsa in it. So now, 25% of that surface space is gone. This bowl which most likely holds 16 oz has about 3 ounces of salsa, in it and 1/3 of the plate space is empty, So you have enough chips for one person and barely enough salsa for dipping. The salsa was also tart, no heat, no seasoning, we were very disappointed. Last, if you charge me for chips and salsa, it better be bottomless, but once the chips were gone, they removed the plate and bowl without offering to refill either. There were a couple items that looked good to me, but they both had squash. Sorry, I've never heard of squash in Mexican food, unless it's vegan, but maybe it's popular in the region this family is from. Rather than ask if it could be removed, I decided to go with the Carnes Asada. The food took a while to arrive, but they said everything is made from scratch and fresh, so I anticipated a meal worthy of El Presidente himself! Now, clearly this place was not without its flaws, but this was the best Carne Asada I've ever tasted. I was really skeptical, because it was thick cut and when Carna Asada is thick cut certain things tend to happen, it's not cooked evenly, the meat isn't seasoned well enough, so bites end up being bland. No, this was juicy, well-seasoned and cooked evenly, flawless. It also came with a generous scoop of guacamole, that didn't really impress. It was also served with Fried Cheese, no idea what that is, sounds like something served at the fair on stick. I got several tortillas that were hot and fresh and a small cup of whole beans that could have used some crumbled cheese on top. There was also a large portion of rice, but the flavor was a bit fishy. I don't know if they used a seafood broth, but for me it was inedible. There was also a smoky, spicy salsa served, but again, it was a tablespoon. Stop being so cheap with the salsa! This also would have been a far better salsa to go with chips than what was served. Glad I tasted everything, but not sure I would order it again. I didn't eat half of what was served do to taste which means I overpaid. If we do make it back, it would probably be for happy hour. That way we could sample a couple other items in a smaller portion for less. Would I recommend this place, sure, but not without the above cautions included. I like to clean my plate and feel like I got a deal, neither happened here due to some questionable choices in flavor or seasoning. The people could not have been nicer, but I can't say we left completely satisfied.

This place ambience and service is incomparable. You can sit inside and still see the water and…read morefeel like you are outside. They have a patio with heaters and awning for sun. Regardless of weather a great place to go ambiance wise. There drinks are great, I tend to go towards their house made liquors you can't go wrong. We have gone multiple times and really want to enjoy the food here but have decided specific selections are suggested. The hummus plate was pretty good and would get again. I wouldn't get the steak salad again. The corn soup was rich but good. Recommend simple appetizers but I'd skip the rest.

This is my 2nd time here. The first time we received great service and food. Food this time was a…read more3.5. Service a 1. Our waitress this time treated us nonchalantly, with an attitude, and was condescending. We observed her on her phone, constantly eating , came out from the back with her fingers in her mouth picking her teeth, pretty disgusting. She served our drinks and had to stop, turn her face and was coughing. We waited quite awhile and had to get up to request our bill because she was in the corner gabbing and looking at her phone--We didn't get her name. She had long dark hair with many tattoos. Worst waitress experience ever We will not be back