I'm extremely bummed to leave such a low score. My wife and I had high hopes this would be the…read morehighlight of our time on the island (food wise). The high points: The views! The location is wonderful. Water views, downtown, so it's easy to get around. Parking was easy and even though we were early for our reservation they sat us right away. The mids- when I made the reservation online I made a note about it being a very special birthday for my wife. I did not expect anything for free, but I anticipated they might at the minimum say something. Not one person ever mentioned it. The lows. The service, well intended, but under trained. I won't list everything but the prime example is once the food was dropped the server did not show up again until we were almost done. The food was sub par. We had Miso glazed cod and French onion soup. We weren't happy with either. By the looks of reviews, our experience was not normal. We hope it is just due to going before the tourist season starts. No matter the reason, it was a big let down.

Let's start out with service. The young man Alex was very pleasant, helpful and friendly…read more The food was over the top good especially the French Onion Soup. One of the best I've had. I got the risotto my wife the steak. Both very good. Would definitely come here again.

SO YUMMMMMY. stumbled by this spot looking for some breakfast foods and was pleasantly surprised…read more lots of the brunch spots on orcas are closed on sundays. perhaps just in the off- season :( so big ups to yall for being open on sundays. I had a bagel and some focaccia.

Stopped by for loaves a couple times during our trip. We tried the Seeded and Mother ($15/loaf) -…read morethey are able to slice them for you (which came in handy since we were camping). Even if we had a knife, they would have come out very scraggly and uneven. Bread itself was generously seeded, with great texture and flavor. They had other offerings (pre-made sandwiches, focaccia, cookies) as well. Even though we didn't get the focaccia, I saw many people walking around town with these scrumptious looking slices! They have a "pay it forward" board for loaves. Handful of tables inside if you wanted to nibble on your purchases.

Cute cottage cocktail bar on the island. First stop on our college girls reunion trip and it did…read morenot disappoint. The ambience is cozy with a little nautical flare. Bar seating & a handful of bar top tables located inside. Self serve water crafts and a whole menu of fun cocktails and light bites with locally sourced items. The So Long Summer was a refreshing drink. The owner chatted with us and gave us the run down of all items harvested today. Blueberries being one of them, score! Definitely a must pop in to start off an island vacation.

Great ambience and drinks. Really fun to sit at the bar and watch the bartender do her thing. Light…read moresnacks, not heavy food items, so beware. We stopped before dinner to grab drinks and hummus plate - it was perfect!

Cutest little spot on Orcas! We loved the plants and decor inside and the sunny seating outside…read more Great espresso and biscuits!

We stopped by Olga Rising during our time on Orcas Island and grabbed a coffee…read more The coffee was smooth, well-made, and exactly what you want from a quick island stop - simple, balanced, and comforting. It was a great pick-me-up while exploring the quieter side of the island. The café itself has a cozy, laid-back feel with a friendly, local vibe. Service was warm and efficient, and it's the kind of place that feels like a natural part of the community rather than a tourist-heavy stop. Overall, a great little coffee stop in Olga - nothing over the top, just solid coffee in a peaceful setting.

$3 for a persimmon?! Are you kidding me?! Wanted to support a local business, but this is robbery…read more Better off at the market across the street.

Excellent customer service. Fair competitive pricing. VERY CLEAN!!! Great variety. You cannot go…read morewrong shopping here. Next time, we will try the deli. Keep up the great work. So much better than the big island market!

Had dinner here on a Friday night and it was lovely, hoping they open the outdoor seating soon…read more Highly recommend anything with blackberry in it-- especially the blackberry mole and the blackberry syrup for drinks. My partner has Celiac and our server, Jack, was helpful and accommodating to make sure he could eat safely. We look forward to coming back on our next visit to Orcas!

Walked in without a reservation and was greeted (after a long wait) by a very rude and unfriendly…read morehost who obviously did not want us there and told us they didn't have room even though there were many empty tables. Even if they were full, she could have been kind and polite about it but she was so rude that we will likely never go back nor recommend it to anyone else

The best part of this little store is that you could find everything you need for your stay on…read moreOrcas Island and they have an amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Granted prices are a little more but you are on an island. They have a great selection of cheeses and you can get a latte for your ferry ride.

After looking Yelp, shocker I know!, I discovered that this little store had pastries. And it was…read moreopen early! I got up and decided to walk over for a morning treat with my coffee. Very impressive little store full of tons of stuff! Groceries, pantry staples, a small produce section, some premade deli food and cookies. I was looking for the bakery items. A previous review mentioned delicious homemade pastries. Finally as I choose a cookie and a salad for later I see them. A small pedestal plate with pastries. And on the countertop behind the register tons of croissants! I said, there they are! The two ladies working were not impressed. I asked for the flavors and the lady said, there is a menu right there. Ugh, not fully awake I realized a line had formed behind me. This is the spot to go before getting in a ferry. The sign was not clearly visible and I felt overwhelmed with the decision so I quickly decided on a raspberry almond. This is clearly a place for locals. Everyone knows what they want and where it is. Not super friendly vibes, but oh well. Took photos of my purchases back in my gorgeous villa LOL, watch for my next review. Super happy to discover this market! And I love a good market! Happy travels. SYOY!

We stayed at The Landmark Hotel and lucky enough to just walk over to Orcas Island Farmers Market…read more It was a cool and breezy July day. There were at least a dozen food stalls selling anything from home baked bread, cookies, donuts, Mexican food, and Asian. There were stalls selling arts and crafts which are unique to Orca's. We picked up some lunch and enjoyed as the local band sweet music on the stage. A few folks and their kids got off the ground and started dancing. What a scene, as if it's out of a movie scene. It was truly magical.

After a couple of wintertime visits to Orcas, I was really looking forward to a summer trip. That…read moreexcitement was enhanced, even more than I would confess, by the prospects of seeing what the farmers market looks like here. Orcas has a long and rich agricultural history and I've seen plenty of farms and roadside farm stands that stood vacant in Decemeber. I was stoked for summer. Cue COVID.... Well, I'm happy to report that the market was still happening. I'm glad they didn't throw in the towel on it, though from what I'm told it was vastly different this year. Oh, you can imagine that in previous years there wasn't a mandatory handwashing station at the entrance. And I imagine there weren't dots on the ground to indicate where you should wait in order to approach each booth one party at a time. But more importantly, I'm told that the market, even though it's small and mighty in its biggest years, was only very teeny this year. There were probably 7-8 booths there, and that made for a quick visit. Still, we bought some flowers at one booth, and a bar of locally made soap at another, so we did our best to support the vendors who are making an effort despite the restrictions. I have nothing but love for a farmers market, and nothing but admiration for the participants. Though we were only here for a little bit, I'm glad we made it.