This place is a charming cafe located in Friday Harbor. The food and drinks here were absolutely spectacular. We ordered a few lattes made with their in-house syrups, and every single one of them was incredible. We loved them so much we went back for them again and again over the weekend we were there. We also tried their chorizo burrito and donuts, which were both outstanding. I honestly want to go back to the island just to eat here again! The ambiance of the place is awesome. It is super kid-friendly outside, featuring a wonderful yard with plenty of toys and things to do, which makes it incredibly relaxing for families. To top it all off, the staff was incredibly nice, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visits. I highly, highly recommend checking out Medio Cafe if you are anywhere near the San Juan Islands. It was so good, and it's an absolute must-visit spot that we will definitely keep coming back to! read more

Medio Cafe - Chorizo burrito and latte - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

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I'm genuinely surprised by the nearly 5-star rating based on our experience. We visited around 1:30 PM and were told that hot food was no longer being served. We then tried to order a salad, and were told that oh also that wasn't available. honestly felt like they just didn't feel like making anything. The only real option left was smoothies and açaí bowls. We ended up ordering three açaí bowls for the kids and a smoothie. At around $15 per bowl, the portions were shockingly small--only about a quarter full with five banana slice and three strawberries. one bowl was missing almond butter. The protein* smoothie couldn't be made properly because they were out of the protein powder. They offered to substitute collagen instead - not the same thing but ok. no discount. no acknowledgement. I understand that restaurants run out of items occasionally, but between most of the menu being unavailable, the outrageous price for the quality of the output, missing ingredients, and the complete lack of an apology or acknowledgment, this was a very disappointing experience. read more

Absolute perfect brunch! Five out of five stars all around. The food was fresh and bright, I got the focaccia sandwich, without the bacon. Huge shoutout for the service. They accidentally put the hashbrowns within the sandwich. Instantly, one of the staff members tried to rectify it and give me extra hashbrowns no charge. I absolutely appreciate that, and declined as it wasn't a huge deal. The sandwich was delicious! I enjoyed my lavender matcha (albeit I think next time I'll make it a little sweeter). The restaurant is walkable from Friday Harbor. We went straight there right after we got off the ferry. There's also a cute little patio to sit on. What a great time! read more

Medio Cafe - Bottom is my meal, focaccia sandwich without bacon. Hash brown within the sandwich (can also get it on the side). Lavender matcha. - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

I came for the coffee but can't stop thinking about the food! The baristas were friendly and make a great latte. The breakfast burrito was "proper" with a house made salsa that is out of this world. Plenty of seating though would have been worth the wait. read more

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The good: such a sweet staff, reasonable prices The meh: the food was pretty unremarkable and the ambiance was so-so read more

Medio Cafe - Curried chicken lavash with big slabs of boiled chicken in a light curry sauce. Pretty bland, TBH - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Their breakfast burrito truly hit the spot. Inside, a delightful combination of warm, melty cheese, fluffy potatoes, well-seasoned chorizo, and fresh avocado created a symphony of flavors. I really enjoyed homemade salsa which was rich and not spicy. The service was friendly, with orders delivered right to our table. read more

Medio Cafe - Breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Absolutely amazing! Worth it! So many good things on the menu, I wish I had more time to try them all. I got the banana latte, strawberry matcha, and the pesto chicken sandwich. All 10/10. My husband had the chorizo burrito and a Mad. Van. Latte. Great coffee (I even bought a bag of beans to take home). Loved it all! Great space, classy and aesthetic. One of the best cafes I've been to in a while. read more

A little hidden gem inside of our hotel we stayed at (Friday Harbor Suites) that served delicious food and coffee. I tried their breakfast burrito and one of their "ugly donuts" which looks don't matter when it's delicious! I ordered for pick up and it was promptly made and ready to go. Really glad we had direct access to a cute and tasty place! read more

Medio Cafe - Chorizo Burrito - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Cute cafe inside a hotel. They have indoor and outdoor seating and tons of kids toys to play with outside so family friendly. I had the breakfast burrito, and ugly donut, and a honey lavender matcha latte for breakfast. The donut was big but a little too doughy and bland in flavor. Tons of sugar on the outside but somehow still lacking in flavor. My kid didn't even finish it and she loves donuts with sugar lol. Breakfast burrito was delicious. Big portion and filling. Like that it came with a side of hot sauce. Oh we also had the kimbap which was not bad but nothing spectacular that I've had at Korean restaurants. The honey lavender matcha was delicious though. Love their technique and the matcha is legit. Came back another day just for another drink. This time I got the strawberry matcha and my husband got the strawberry hojicha latte. Highly recommend both! The hojicha was earthy, smooth and so delicious. Definitely a must try if you're on San Juan Islands. read more

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I did not expect to find quality matcha on the island but my husband found this place. The moment I saw that the matcha was in airtight tins, I knew I'm at the right place. I tried the strawberry matcha latte and I really appreciated that the strawberry syrup was not too sweet. I got to still experience the strawberry flavors without being overpowered by the sweetness. It's crazy that it's better than most of the ones I've had in Seattle. Definitely check it out! read more

Medio Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Hidden gem in the local hotel. All the coffee drinks you could want. A variety of breakfast foods, including breakfast burritos, açai bowls and smoothies, plus pastries. Excellent customer service ! Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating . Whenever I'm back on the island, I will be visiting again. read more

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I did not expect what I got. The food was fresh and well made. The staff were attentive and wonderful.

Incredible store. Best matcha on the island and prob in all of Washington. Very rich, and hearty flavor, great quality matcha. The viet coffee cold brew is extremely flavorful, with notes of floral and rich chocolate explode throughout while not being overwhelmed by any flavor, perfectly balanced and just insanely good. The ugly donut is so good as well. Reminds of me donuts in japan, great chew and warmed up for you. 10/10 drinks and desserts. They make all syrups in house as well so also that is a huge plus. San Juan get on your game and go fill this place up for QUALITY coffees, matcha, and sweets. I bet their food is also prob exquisite! read more

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Yummy food! Coffee was great and the service was amazing. The ugly donut was delicious. Highly recommend coming here!

This place is a 10/10 we ordered 100$ worth of food and drinks trying as much as we can until we were stuffed and wow every single thing was delicious! Specially the banana iced latte read more

My partner & I were on the San Juan's working a wedding last night & another vendor (the videographer) told us to check out this cafe in their hotel before leaving. One of the best missions we made before hopping on the ferry back to Seattle! There was a local couple in front of us that recommended the "ugly donut" & breakfast burrito. Y'all. The DONUT... is SO GOOD. It comes out hot and fresh and dusted with crunchy sugar crystals, soft, light, a little chewy. Reminded us of beignets at Disneyland except a little more rich and greasy but soooooo good! The breakfast burrito was solid too! Both burrito and donut are pretty filling, so it's good to share! Coffee was yummy, though my partner & I prefer dark roasts with deep chocolatey notes (like Cafe Vita or even Starbucks ) versus fruity and floral. A nice change for us though! I got the cold brew w their house Madagascar vanilla syrup & oat milk. My bf got a cortado. Both were also solid. There's a large selection of drinks I'd love to try if we come back to SJI! Shout out to the videographer & local couple for the rec! read more

Medio Cafe - the ugly donut (but the only ugly thing is when me & my boyfriend tears this sh*t up) - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

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Love the Spanish coffee. Iced is my favorite. Bit of sweetness with cinnamon. Delicious! I prefer to have an extra shot of expresso since I like my coffee strong. read more

Wonderful cafe. They have excellent coffee drinks and excellent food. Everything was carefully prepared and enjoyable. Friendly staff. Beautiful eat-in space that is calm and relaxing. Definitely would come back if we are in the area again. read more

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The barista at the counter was so friendly! Idk his name but he was tall with like light brown/dark blonde hair? The ugly donut was very tasty, and I liked the chai latte I got here. It was nice and spiced. The ambiance is cute too. read more

We were looking for a quick, hearty breakfast, with good service, and found it at Medio. I had the full breakfast and my husband had the chorizo burrito and both hit the spot. The staff we very friendly and the line, short. Note this is inside a hotel. Highly recommend. read more

Love this coffee shop! Best coffee on the island and maybe even best coffee I've ever had from a coffee shop! Service is great, the donut and breakfast are delicious too. The Spanish latte both hot and iced and very delicious (on the sweeter side, which is my preference!) read more

Great breakfast and service. Chorizo burrito was cheesy and flavorful, and the ugly donut was better than anything I've had in Seattle - warm, soft, pillowy, and just the right amount of sweet. Would absolutely return! read more

The food was good. I ordered the Classic Breakfast. I also had a Matcha Latte. It was tasty. Quick service, and the restaurant was not too noisy. read more

Lovely space. Good coffee, friendly service, excellent donut. I'm glad Café Medio is filling a void in good pastry over the weekend. read more

Medio Cafe - Donut and lavender late - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

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This is my favorite lunch spot in town, and I am here with different friends or family once a week (or more). The menu is small, but the items served are all really delicious. My favorite is the BLAT, but the chicken pesto sandwich is a close second. I love all the light, the spaciousness, and the patio is wonderful in the warmer months. The service is great too--such a friendly group. read more

I stopped by in the morning for lattes. I was served within a couple of minutes. The layout of the interior was amazing. Reasons for Rating: +1 Excellent location and parking +1 Food taste really good +1 Customer service +1 Interior/atmosphere +1 Would return/recommend others read more

Wow! The food is amazing, the drinks are great, and good vibes all around. The staff is also really friendly!

Great breakfast & Americano. Had avocado toast with a couple of eggs. Strongly recommend that combination, as avocado blend may be the best I've ever had. A bit pricey, but overall value is good. Service was great...very friendly young people behind the counter. Very roomy with 2 large indoor areas and very large outdoor / nature area. Strongly recommend for both locals and tourists. read more

You enter Medio from the Friday Harbor Suites lobby and to the right. The beans they use are great and freshly ground for each cup. I had the pour over hot and iced as well as the cortado (Gibraltar) which were excellent and definitely the best coffee I've had on the island. There is also a lot of indoor and outdoor seating which is great for working remotely and plenty of food options there as well as the surrounding area. I would highly recommend checking out Medio for coffee quality, breakfast burritos, remote working, casual meetings, and outdoor sitting. read more

Medio Cafe - Medio coffee bar - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Housemaid syrup, housemaid donut....what could be better? Oh, I know their freshly ground Matcha! read more

Medio Cafe - Madagascar Vanilla Latte and their famous donuts! - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

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This place is great. Everything tastes fresh and the coffee is superb! We got the Japanese pour over and Madagascar vanilla latte. Both iced. They were good! Latte was sweeter then I liked but my boyfriend loved it. The flavor was very good. We also got the blue smoothie and avocado toast. Both were very good. The toast was the best i had ever had, great combination of flavors. We also got a ginger cookie which was soft and had a great ginger flavor. The only thing I think they could do better is have their food menu available. I know it is small but it was just be nice to have even if it's just a piece of paper. Otherwise the staff was friendly and the space is large with lots of seating. The space has a nice modern design and decor. It was a great spot! read more

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10/10 coffee (honey lavender syrup and espresso are both great), cozy atmosphere, and food. The breakfast sandwich is perfect and you get a hashbrown on the side. Definitely try one of their donuts as well! Incredible cafe with super nice baristas as well, so glad we stopped here :) read more

Great coffee, food, and a wonderfully nice team. Highly recommend during your visit to Friday Harbor! read more

Medio Cafe - Avocado toast with an added egg - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Wonderful spot with an incredibly well pulled espresso shot! It was a nice and tranquil spot to enjoy coffee and breakfast. I got an iced americano, the breakfast burrito, and a donut. All we're delicious. I will definitely be back! read more

Definitely check out Medio Cafe the next time you are on Friday Harbor!! The staff is very helpful when it comes to answering questions about the menu & they make it a very inviting experience. The food & drinks are high quality and both are made from local fresh ingredients. Let's start with the drinks. I stayed here for almost a week and tried so many different options each delicious with their own unique flair. I recommend the Vietnamese cold brew if you're looking for something on the sweeter side with a nice caffeine kick. I am usually not a fan of black coffee but I wanted to try the Japanese pour over black and WOW!! The sweetness from the beans made it so I didn't need anything in it. It had a citrus sweetness to it and surprisingly became my favorite over the week. Another top drink of mine was the Honey Lavender Iced Latte. I was a little wary when it came to ordering the lavender latte because most places I go to make it overpowering and unpleasant however Medio Cafe has found the perfect ratio and it was an experience for my tastebuds! I have never sang high praise for a lavender beverage and normally encourage people not to order it but this was worth every cent and deserved kudos! My moms favorite drink was the Beet juice, she said it was really refreshing and packed with flavor. Now on to the food. Yes the menu may be limited now but as I was talking to the staff they were saying that they are expanding and trying out different items so while we were there I was able to try everything on the menu which was a burrito, taco salad, and avocado toast. We even got to try the cafes first taco Tuesday dinner special(A must if they are offering it during your stay) I'm from California and so my expectations for a good quality burrito are high and Medio Cafe not only met but exceeded that expectation! That burrito has moved up to one of my favorites! (I had it everyday of my stay) The salsa come in different spice levels and if you can handle it, I recommend you try the hottest one!! It woke me up and had amazing flavor that I am still craving even after leaving. I wish I could have taken a bottle to go! The taco salad, which turned out to be vegan(it was so good I couldn't even tell) was great because it wasn't heavy or greasy and was the perfect amount! The avocado toast is a fresh bite. Each mouthful has complex fresh flavors. It's a great piece of local bread layered with a generous portion of avocado, add in micro greens and pepitas (pumkin seeds) for crunch and a surprising zing from the cabbage. It's delish!! Also I recommend trying the baked goods! While I was there they had a lavender cookie, a spicy cookie and a pig cookie! All 3 were delicious and paired with my drinks perfectly!! They also sell merchandise such as hats and candles and my Mom and I couldn't leave without purchasing the "Pig War Vet" hat it was a must have! Overall my experience at Friday Harbor Suites was amazing and having the Medio Cafe downstairs improved my visit greatly! I can't wait to come back and get more!! read more

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I had a delicious honey lavender latte and matcha drink here. I felt like the latte was made with love when I saw a heart drawn in the foam. The first sip was so good that I said it out loud, and someone working at the shop told me that they use homemade syrups for the added flavors. I highly recommend! read more

Medio Cafe - Honey lavender latte - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

Fantastic coffee, food, and service. You can tell everything is made fresh in house. Chorizo burrito, avocado toast, and scratch made donuts were all phenomenal. We were so lucky to have this just down the hall from our hotel room! read more

Iced Oat Milk Madagascar Vanilla Latte. Absolutely delicious! Staff here are super kind and helpful. The coffee shop is located inside the hotel, just hook a right when you head in! Worth a visit! Great patio outside too! read more

Medio Cafe - Iced Oat Milk Madagascar Vanilla Latte - Cafes Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

I've been here twice, both in the early afternoon. It is usually not busy and there's plenty of space to spread out. Got a cappuccino to go the first time. It was good but not great. The second time I went there to interview a potential employee. The young man working, bless his heart, seemed very frazzled despite the fact that we were only ones there. It took 25 minutes for him to get my honey lavender lemonade ready. It was delicious but that seemed like an excessive amount of time to wait. Not sure I'll go back. read more

This cafe has the friendliest staff and really boosted both my moms and my mood in the morning. I had to go to Friday Harbor for a business trip and my mom normally has matcha pretty regularly so I decided to give this cafe a shot because it wasn't here the last time I was on the island. I am so happy I did because this matcha is some of the best we've had outside of Japan. Their staff is also knowledgeable on their products. And we also had one of their donuts that they make in house, which was excellent. If you are in the area, give this cafe a try! It won't disappoint! read more