What could be better than a fresh brewed coffee and several of the best muffins on the planet? My…read morehubby and I bought the rhubarb, the poppyseed and the blueberry muffins and coffees and had a feast for breakfast on our anniversary getaway weekend! Pure delight and a MUST HAVE for anyone traveling to Anacortes!

This place has an amazing pastry selection and truly feels like a hidden gem. The café has a cozy…read moreand welcoming atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating options, good coffee, and a great variety of freshly baked pastries, muffins, and cookies. Everything tasted fresh, and there were so many options to choose from. I especially enjoyed their cookies and muffins, and I'll definitely be returning to try more items. The service was friendly, and the overall atmosphere made it a really nice spot to relax with coffee and a pastry. Their prices are also quite reasonable for the quality, which makes it even more worth visiting regularly. They also have a nice selection of retail goods, which is great for people traveling through the area or anyone looking to browse local products while enjoying coffee and pastries. Overall, this has quickly become one of my favorite café spots.

Accidentally checked into the wrong one as I did not realize they have more than one location. Went…read morein here for a "fancy" coffee as the place we were eating for brunch only had drip coffee (the horror!). This is a cute place, with ample seating, dining room style, as well as a walk up counter if you just want to grab and go. They have a bit of merch and a sunny environment. Service was cheerful and efficient.

I ordered a mornin' sunshine sandwich using sausage and a croissant. The texture of the freshly…read morebaked croissant was phenomenal. The slight bit of crisp was peak, and the flavor of the sausage was also quite good. Additionally, the egg was soft and fluffy while the cheese inside the egg was noticeably stretchy. I believe this is the second Calico Cupboard I've been to. This chain seems to place plenty of effort into setting the right vibe with its building, decorations, everything. With that in mind, I think the La Conner one probably does this better with its almost fairy tale-esque location right on the river. Aside from that, uuuuhhh, this is awkward. I came here with my mom, and she left a one star review. I believe this is the first time this has happened as I review almost every restaurant I enter, but her account is essentially inactive, appearing only to cast shame on something unpleasant. If she saw this review, she would probably be angry. But I doubt she'll ever read this (hopefully). If she does...maybe it's worth it to write a high quality review. Lmao. Eating at a restaurant with her does give me a small opportunity as I think of myself as a low maintenance customer. Conversely, she has specific requests, and I get to observe how much each restaurant is willing to accommodate. Recently, she will always order a veggie egg white omelette. She will order this whether it's on your menu or not. It needs to be egg whites, and it needs to be an omelette, not a scramble. She will basically never want breakfast meats and will probably ask for something like shrimp. Oh, and swiss cheese or mixed cheeses. And if there's bread, it has to be English muffin. Absolutely no potato stuff. Calico Cupboard, to their credit, was able to meet all of these needs except that they don't have shrimp lol. Oh, and I guess the English muffin was an extra charge. She liked the broccoli. Anyways, service was slightly delayed, which left my coffee cup temporarily empty. I guess that's objectively a hit on service. Also, she didn't like the look and texture of her English muffin. I didn't try it so I can't judge that aspect, but I guess the cut did look rather "flat" to me for some reason. So these were the, uuuuhh, "impetus," for her to find something else, and she found it on a grape. Unfortunately, I did not get a picture of this before the waitress took it to the kitchen, but it was some small....white.....thing. In my personal opinion, I could not tell what it was at all, and it could've been some small disfigured piece of egg or cheese, but she was adamant that it was a "bug." And basically demanded to know why the kitchen didn't clean their fruits. The waitress agreed (or at least pretended to agree) that it looked off and went to the kitchen with it. However, the back of the house was not so easily intimidated and maintained that they did clean their fruits and there was nothing wrong with it. As a result, even though the waitress apologized, we did not get a discount for the "bug," which obviously put her in a bad mood. I did at least take a picture of my own fruits, with the grapes towards the front. But naturally, I was unable to capture the same, errr, contaminant.

My son and I popped in for a little something to tide us over till lunch. I adore small bakeries…read moreand the case had turnovers, scones & pastries. I asked what the girl behind the counters favorite item was and she pointed me to the apple turnovers- sold. Robert got a cherry-cheese danish and both were buttery, flaky and delicious. Not too sweet either, just delightful treats! I loved the little cafe style seating and we inhaled our baked goods quickly. I spotted the cinnamon rolls on the way out and reading the other reviews- I will have to try those next time I visit!

Pastries were delicious and very reasonably priced. Very friendly service. Not fancy but nice small…read moretown feel.

We've been here many times before. Love this little bread and pastry outpost in Skagit County. It's…read morequaint and charming. They create wonderful artisan bread here and done delectable pastries. I love their Bran Muffin. It's moist and tastes great. It's on the small side for $5, though. We also bought a Palmier. Light, crackling crispy and nice sugary piece. Love stopping by here when we're in this area. Staff is friendly. Not dine in.

Bread farm is a great bakery in Edison WA. Before Covid we frequent this place. We have a lot of…read morefavorite pastries that can be enjoyed at this place. Years after, they slowly eased the Covid restrictions. Used to be, order your pastries on the side window. No one is allowed inside. Just recent,,thy already allow customers to enter the bakery and check out the goods. We enjoyed the bran muffin and palmier. So good. So crunchy. Always a good experience when we come here. Will always be on our radar.

Went here for an early lunch. Popular deli with locals. Wide variety of sandwiches and fresh baked…read moretreats. We tried the Yukon chowder, meatloaf sandwich and large pickle. Wonderful all the way around. We will come back. Parking is tight out front. Plan on beating the lunch rush. Reasonable prices. Try it you'll like it!!!

We found Gere-a-Deli after walking and shopping for a couple hours and it was exactly what we…read moreneeded! We had a cup of clam chowder and a roll and it was delicious!! Everything is homemade and so good! My husband got a brownie and it was perfect! This is a touristy area but this place was super affordable for a quick bite to eat. There was five of us. We each got a cup of clam chowder, a roll and soda, plus the brownie and it was under $40! Highly recommend!

Super cute quick spot to grab some donuts! Came here on a Saturday morning and there was a small…read moreline. Donuts were fresh and service was quick! Got some maple bars which were yummy! Prices were pretty decent, they do have a single stall bathroom here fyi. Parking: free lot

GIANT donuts, quick service, dine-in space. Especially good if early for a ferry or just going for…read morea drive.

Oh my stars! This bookstore.....is simply perfect!!…read more This is honestly the cutest book store I've ever been to. Great place for pictures, affordable great quality second hand books, and oh did I mention it's also a coffee shop. I mean could it get any better? No I don't think it could. I genuinely felt so happy the moment I stepped inside this store. It's just such a beautiful space that feels cozy and inviting. After walking around a bit I went to order a coffee. And I honestly don't think I've ever met nicer baristas in my life! They were all so sweet and kind and helpful! I tried out the fig leaf latte and the autumn tea latte and both were spectacular! Great flavor and smoothness. Overall I love this bookstore and it's well worth the drive! Definitely a hidden gem! I'll be back!!

Pelican Bay Books & Coffeehouse isn't just a bookstore; it's the heart of Anacortes's literary and…read moresocial life, a true haven where the maritime air meets the comforting scent of old paper and fresh espresso. This isn't a sterile chain shop--it's a warm, sunshiny hub built from beautiful wood tones, welcoming you to slow down and stay awhile. What immediately strikes you is how wonderfully curated the space is. Despite being "jam-packed" with thousands of quality used and collectible books, the store manages to feel open, airy, and inviting. The selection is fantastic, especially their deep cuts in Pacific Northwest History, general fiction, and esoterica. Browsing is a delight thanks to the meticulous organization that makes finding that hidden literary gem feel like a genuine discovery. The "Coffeehouse" part of the name is equally crucial. Serving delicious, locally-sourced coffee (like Olympia Coffee Roasters beans) and boasting a pastry case filled with unique treats--the legendary rosemary sea salt rolls, figgy bars, and baked goods are must-tries--it perfectly complements the reading experience. The friendly, attentive staff, who are clearly passionate about bookselling, are always ready to offer a recommendation or assist, often going above and beyond. Whether you're looking for a quiet, bright nook to get some work done, a comfortable chair to sip a vanilla bean latte, or an engaging evening out for a poetry reading or live piano music, Pelican Bay delivers. It's a bookstore with character, clearly beloved by locals and a mandatory stop for any visitor. It's the kind of place you'll remember long after you've left Anacortes. Highly, highly recommend!

Glad we made a quick stop here for breakfast! The staff was friendly and quick to make our order…read more Lots of seating, clean tables, and a clean restroom. Got the pumpernickel bagel with plain cream cheese and the sloppy jaloppy on a jalapeño cheddar bagel sub the veggie mushroom sausage. Everything was delicious, nicely toasted, and an adequate amount of cream cheese. Highly recommend this spot!

To the tune of Protomartyr's Pontiac 87:…read more I recall getting a bagel, Anacortes 2025. Money changing between hands outside Fidalgo Bay Afterwards, I got my bagel My mouth, turned brutish Tongue trampling its way on that bagel That fucking shmear brought me to my knees! Don't tell anyone that's what I wanted! Goooood Bagellllls knocked me on my knees! Don't tell anyone that's what I wanted! Remembering Good Bagels Anacortes 2025. Weird bagels fill up the menu half-hearted Inside a bagel jockey looking gorgeous With bagels and chatter among friends I love it. That fucking shmear brought me to my knees! Don't tell anyone that's what I wanted! Goooood Bagellllls knocked me on my knees! Don't tell anyone that's what I wanted! The bagel jockey eats her bagel But I miss her The way she was before the schmears fell from my mouth. (turn up the volume) There's no use being sad about it What's the point of crying about it?

Cute little roadside stop with sandwiches and the best tasting cookies- forgot to take a picture…read morebut I had the peanut butter chocolate chip one and it was so delicious. The baristas weren't that friendly, but the place was very cute and had stickers from different areas inside the door including Michigan- so fun! They recently renovated the outdoor area and had lots of seating and a nice patio area in the back and front, and side.

Another labor day weekend adventure, highlighting our love for fresh baked goods. We went in for a…read moresimply breakfast snack and ended up leaving with extra loot.

PENGUIN COFFEE is the perfect place to relax and get cozy! The pastries are amazing and the coffee…read moreis excellent! We walked in the door and felt as if we had been there forever. Welcoming, very friendly staff and everyone accepted us as long lost friends. Treat yourself to PENGUIN COFFEE!

Quick, kind, yummy flavored coffee. Not far from the fairy, clean and has drive Theoread more