We've been here 4 times and the brisket is just KILLER!!! Highly recommend it... The smoked sausage…read moreis just as delicious and that's after getting it all back home. We've always gotten it to-go.

We were in the area and stopped here. We did not get the opportunity to dine in we took our order…read moreto go. We order meat only. 1/2 brisket, 1/2 ribs, 1 bratwurst and 1 Germany link The original sauce was delicious. We were not disappointed

If you find yourself in Friday Harbor, you absolutely have to visit this spot. My top tip: make a…read morereservation. This place fills up fast, and after dining there, it's easy to see why! Our party of three visited for lunch at noon on a Thursday. Since we had a reservation, we were seated immediately at a lovely table right by the window. The atmosphere was great, and the staff were incredibly courteous and friendly throughout our meal. We initially thought about starting with some small plates, but we were so eager for seafood that we jumped straight into the entrees. We weren't disappointed: Bouillabaisse: This was our first time trying this dish, and it was the highlight for us. It was incredibly flavorful--exactly what we were craving. Spicy Prawn Mac and Cheese: It definitely lived up to its name! It wasn't "blow-your-head-off" hot, but it had a perfect, noticeable kick that really elevated the dish. Blackened Cod Tacos: These were fantastic. The cod was perfectly prepared and worked so well with the rest of the taco ingredients. We also enjoyed a couple of non-alcoholic drinks that hit the spot, though I'll admit that since I'm writing this a couple of weeks later, I forgot to snag photos or the specific names of the drinks! They also have a really nice patio area if you prefer dining outdoors. Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking for a great meal with a view, this place is a must-visit!

A lovely restaurant tucked at the edge of Friday Harbor…read more While the views were stunning, the service was just ok. For the nature of the restaurant, we had hoped for our waitress to be more friendly and genuine. However, it felt like they just wanted to fulfill our order and be done. I ordered the South Sound Clams and Snapper Sandwich. Bathing in an umami-packed and rich Thai curry broth, the clams were tender and fresh with a bit of brine. Very good and shareable with one other person. The snapper sandwich wowed me! The bright escovitch and creamy avocado paired wonderfully with the snapper. Every bite was delightful. The house-made potato chips, however, were disappointing. They were thin, not crispy, and sticking to my teeth. If you can, substitute for fries or salad. Despite our subpar service, the delicious, well-priced food and beautiful scenery still make this the perfect date spot.

Had a great time at Orlando's, especially during trivia night--it was fun and added a really good…read morevibe to the evening. The wait time was a little long, but the staff was friendly and welcoming the whole time. Cayleigh, the host up front, was especially sweet and made the wait more enjoyable. The food overall was solid. The chicken and mac and cheese were GREAT definitely the highlight of the meal. They didn't have any Brisket, but everything else made up for it. Overall, I'd definitely come back. Great atmosphere, good food, and a fun night out

I'm from Texas (so I know good BBQ) and my wife is from Georgia. When we heard there was a Southern…read moreBBQ place on this island while we were visiting we had to check it out. Food: Very good food. I ordered the brisket plate with creamed corn (brisket 9/10. Good flavor, good ring on it and flavorful + it wiggles which a good brisket slice should. Corn was pretty sweet but good). My only issue as a Southern spot it please include a slice of bread (white or texas toast + pickles with the meat plates.) the bbq is a homemade bbq sauce thats sooo darn good! Id buy a bottle or two! My wife ordered a brisket sandwich with fries and coleslaw. The brisket sandwhich was of course good with a buttery bun. The coleslaw (was lacking good flavor; not a fan personally). The fries were frozen fries and descent. We also had hush puppies; pretty good. Service: AMAZING service from Mia. Such a sweetheart and gem. She helped us make good picks from the menu. Ambiance: a very large building! When we went it was empty and during early day. Very clean, clean bathrooms and music playing. The look/feel gives more "country" vs southern. I was expecting to hear southern soul vibes on the music, and photos or items throughout that gave "southern bbq vibes". A dope touch would be dope photos of black or southern cowboys, and etc. lots of opportunity for a real down south vibe to be created. Overall- very pleased. I hope they have another 50+ years of business while stay true to their southern roots. Love love lovee

We had lunch here while waiting for the ferry and really enjoyed the nice little patio and good…read morefood. Service was prompt and friendly and they had gf designations on their menu which made my life easy. I had the house salad and the apricots on top were delish. The husband of mine had a pizza which he said was the indulgence he was craving. Our friend had the curry soup of the day, fried cheese curds and a cider tasting. Everything was good. They had some cute stuff in their shop inside and I secured myself a perfect fox hat. Next time we come back to San Juan we'll definitely stop in again.

This is a really cool, spacious brewery setup over on San Juan Island. It has a great local pub…read moreenergy, making it an easy place to want to gather, grab a drink, and hang out with a group. The food was a bit of a mixed bag. The pizza was definitely not good, honestly, pretty much everything about it fell short. On the plus side, the beet salad was good, and the chicken wings were tasty as well. The overall ambiance here is super fun and lively. However... the service left a lot to be desired because the kitchen was incredibly SLOW. We were dining with kids, and it took a massive 50 minutes just to get our children their food off the kids' menu. Not even our main meals, just the kids' items! Needless to say, by the time the food finally arrived, our kids were completely starving. Management, please make it a point to ensure that when parents order off the kids' menu, those items are prioritized and brought out much earlier so the little ones can eat... While the space itself is great for a drink, the massive kitchen delays make it tough for a family dinner. I'd say it's fine to check out for a beer and some wings, but if you have young kids with you, be prepared for a long wait.

Pulling up the front of the restaurant, the smell of that wood burning made my mouth water. I…read morereally wanted this to be THE BBQ spot. Unfortunately, it fell a little short. that wood smell really didn't translate into the flavor of the meat. Looking at the menu, I always want to go to some 2 or 3 meat combo so I can taste all the good options. Unfortunately, that option didnt exist. So the wife and I were going to go with three meals. With 3 meals @ $20 a pop, I was expecting to bring some home, but that wasn't the case. Went up to the counter where you need to oder, and got brisket with bbq beans, pulled pork with Mac salad, and rib....wait what's this...pork belly rib for $12.50....yea please let's go with that instead of the ribs. Getting the pork belly was the best decision we made. In fact if I ordered right now again I would order 3 orders of pork belly and nothing else. Yes, part of the reason is that the pork belly was good (reason for 3 instead of 1 or 2 stars). The other reason is that the other food was not all that great. The brisket was a little dry, I have had a lot worse, but for some fatty cuts, it shouldn't have been as dry as it was. My wife loves pulled pork, but she didn't really eat much of this one. It was moist, but artificially so....to the extreme...it wasn't the nature juices and maybe that dilluted the smoke flavor. It was like mush. The sides? Well go to any store deli and you will know what they taste like...sure seems these came out of those big plastic tubs.

I was hyped by social media but disappointed in the reality. We wanted to go order we wanted to try…read moreseveral things. It took 10 minutes to be noticed at the front checkout counter we ordered and then we waited 25 minutes at the front checkout counter rather than in our car because we weren't told it would be that long, and then we got our food and opened it up and it was cold . $85 for 2 . Didnt want to tip , but I did. Not going back .

Went on a day trip to Port Townsend and heard some great reviews about this place and it was…read moreAMAZING! The workers / owners were lovely and the atmosphere was so inviting and cozy. The food was spectacular and you get alot for what you pay for. I heard they also have gluten free options available ! Ps. The brisket is a MUST get!

This place is located about 1 mile from the downtown area along W. Sims Way. They have a gravel…read moreparking lot in the back. The inside is rather cramped, but there are outdoor seating options. Upon ordering, the food was ready within 5 minutes. Their prices are also very reasonable. The following are the items we tried. 1) Coleslaw: Bland and rather tasteless 2) Cornbread muffin: Bland and dry 3) Ribs: Decent ribs with good BBQ sauce, but not spectacular 4) Smoked Chicken: Out of this world delicious. If you come here, you must order this item.

Friday's Crabhouse in Friday Harbor on a Friday late afternoon! It was open seating, so we sat at…read morethe top patio. It was pretty empty, so service was pretty speedy. We ordered at the bar. We got an assortment of things: salmon clam chowder, captains platter, steamed clams, crab cakes, grilled salmon, and the honey garlic shrimp. All of the seafood was really good. The chowder was super tasty, but there weren't many actual chunks of seafood. Lots of potatoes though. Clams were super fat and fresh. It comes with an herby oil dipping sauce, but I actually enjoyed them more plain. Captains platter was the perfect medley of batter and flavor and seafood. Everything was fried really well. Crab cakes were not bad, hit or miss in my group specifically. The grilled dishes were really good too, nothing really dry or fishy. Everything was well flavored. The service throughout was really attentive and kind. Makes the top floor patio a really great place to chill and watch the ferries pull in and out. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience here, especially given the mixed reviews on Yelp and Google. I'd definitely come back if I were in Friday harbor again!

There is no better place for grilled fresh oysters! Also…read morethey know how to cook salmon without being dry. They add a simple secret sauce to both that really pops the flavor! Great food with a fabulous view...Perfect spot to have lunch or dinner while waiting for the ferry!! I am a local and always look forward to them opening in the summer!

It's hard to find a good BBQ joint, so we were excited to try this one. It was decent, and we would…read moreeat here again! Food: The brisket, pulled pork, and ribs were tasty. The chicken was ok, but dry. All of the sides we tried (Mac & Cheese, coleslaw ,potato salad, and cornbread) were delicious, and it was a nice touch that they offered sweet tea. Service: Everyone working was very friendly with us, and were patient as we decided what to order.

I ordered a pulled pork sandwich with a side of coleslaw. The sandwich was stacked high with meat…read moreand it was flavorful, but it almost had too much sauce, taking away from that pure brisket flavor. The coleslaw is more vinegar based than creamy, which I personally don't like. The restaurant is decorated simply but nice. The service was great.