Wow even though very expensive (around $250/person) , it's worth it for the quality of food we had. The pre-selected and made in front of our eyes menu was thoughtfully selected wow the food was incredible. Service was phenomenal, wine pairing was right on point, and organic was of the overall is the BEST that Whidbey offers. I like the feel of the community table, we ended up becoming friends with everyone at the table, and the intimate setting if having the chef to cook in front of you with the team. Will definitely be back next time that I'm in town. Note that you need reservations few days in advance and put a deposit when you reserve. That was unique but again for me who is an organic, farm to table goodie, it was all worth it. read more

This is a hard one for me to write. We have family on the Island, and have been wanting to come here since it first opened (back in 2015, but having a newborn made that hard). We FINALLY made it over after over 10 years. My husband and I have traveled all over the world and dined at some of the best restaurants (from 3 star Michelin to delicious food carts--we don't care if there are accolades behind the food--we just know what well prepared, good food tastes like). We may be picky and more particular than most guests dining here. Whidbey has never been known for amazing food. It's a hard place to have a restaurant as it tends to rely heavily on tourism during the summer months, and it's hard to get locals to spend $$$ on the regular. We've seen many restaurants come and go. While I am thrilled this place is still surviving and thriving, it didn't quite live up to all the high praise I've seen. Don't get me wrong, the food is tasty, but I wouldn't say it was something that would leave a memory. Most of the dishes seemed like there needed some work to be done, or some quality control. The salad we received was heavily dominated by the cheese, and you couldn't taste any of the fresh vegetables. My "surprise" course had Guanciale which both my husband and I looked at each other at the same time and said "this tastes like it was rendered in old bacon fat." My husband also received 6 pieces of gnocchi, while I only had 2. The main course was cooked technically well, but it was off balance in the elements they provided. Again, not a big deal--but some tinkering and adjusting of amount of the components on the dish would have benefited them. My husbands cheese dish came without one of the components--but it was minor and not a big deal. It was just another example of how extra time may be needed with the dishes. The gentleman sitting next to me had told the other guests that "this was the best meal he has ever had," and thats when my husband and I realized that perhaps we went into this with too high of expectations compared to those who may dine here. By no meals was it a bad meal, it just was not at the level that some of the other reviewers here have felt. Again, that may just because we have eaten out at so many wonderful places around the world, that perhaps we are a bit jaded. We came for the Thursday local dinner, and when we left, we were a bit relieved we weren't doing the longer and more expensive weekend menu, given our experience, as we don't think we would have left feeling like we got our money's worth. If you're traveling through, and come on a Thursday--I think it's a great option. Would I spend $165-$180 a person on their main menu--that would be a no from me. It's a fun experience dining at a communal table--but it made having one on one conversation with my husband a bit tricky and we felt the need to have to engage with others when we were really wanting to turn off for the day (my husband and I are both Clinical Psychologists and spend the days listing to others The staff were all amazing and very friendly and accommodating. 5 stars for them! I really wanted to be wowed and to have a place my husband and I could escape to while visiting family as its just down the road from them--but unfortunately I don't know if we would return. read more

We went for a special experience that included a tour of their orchard and their farm. This is truly a farm/orchard-to-table eating adventure. It is a fixed price menu that always changes based on what is available from the surrounding land. The details, such as a nettles & hazelnuts pesto, are so very interesting and delicious. Great place for celebrating a special occasion! Servers are usually high school & college kids, that are very attentive. You might eat in area off kitchen or in the barn. Tables are long, so you will be seated by new people to meet. read more

True farm to table! Amazing chef and staff. We had thanksgiving dinner at Orchard Kitchen and we couldnt have been happier with our decision! The meals are served as sharing plate between the 2 people and we sat in big tables with other diners. Its more banquet style where you get to interact with other guests! We loved our experience and cant wait to bring our family next time! read more

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Experience unlike any other that I have experienced! A meal of many courses, in the most incredible outdoor garden. Community seating, and got to meet some great people. Great place to celebrate an anniversary! What a treat to get to try this farm to table experience. read more

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This was our second time dining at Orchard kitchen on Whidbey Island. The first time we dined was about two years ago and we came for our 20th wedding anniversary. I am basing this review on this past weekend, where we were returned for our 22nd wedding anniversary. First off the price went from $112 a person, to $165 a person, that's a huge increase. The wine flight is now $95 a person, and two years ago it was $75 a person. This past weekend we were sat at an anniversary table with other couples , felt a little like sitting at the kids table. We sat outside, which was beautiful. Service was fantastic and on point. I am super disappointed with the amount of food you were served in the amount of wine that you were getting with the flight. You were paying $95 for literally 12 ounces of wine- and I promise you it is carefully measured. They are not generous pours. My husband, a big guy, 6'5, was starving when we left. We were lucky enough to find a local pub open for him to get a decent sized meal. Each course you were getting about 2 to 3 bites. I am really unsure how the price of this is justified with what you receive. The food was absolutely phenomenal . Every course that you were served, it truly is a great tasting experience. My husband and I are big foodies and we extensively travel and try many multiple course meals. The 2 to 3 bites per dish is not adequate. You will leave hungry. We did not mention this to the chef's wife as we left as she said goodbye to us as we walked out, because how do you say that you're still hungry when you leave an experience like that? Our bill was close to $500 when we left. We then went and spent an additional $40 at the local pub for some food to fill us up . This unfortunately will be our last time dining at the Orchard kitchen. We were going to make this an annual experience since we return to the island every year. If the intent is that you're paying for the experience , then perhaps others will really enjoy this, but we were also hoping to get a good meal for the price we paid. read more

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2nd visit to OK was significantly better than my first food-wise. Full of flavor and respectable portion sizes. Still love the community dining tables. read more

Hands down one of the best experiences in my life. From the food to the service to the ambience, everything 100+% Amazing. Took pictures of all our food besides the Albacore I totally forgot a picture of it. If I can give it 10 Stars I would. read more

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We could not have asked for a better evening - great friends, beautiful PNW summer weather, dinner on the farm under the stars, and to top it off, a 5 star dinner from Chef Vincent and his team. We felt lucky to get in - off the wait list - and so thankful (dinner for 4 on 7/22/23). There is one seating each evening and the service was flawless while serving 40+ people at the same time. It is an intimate environment, easy to hold a conversation and you are surrounded by the farm. You will sit family style and most likely share a table unless you have a large enough group to fill the table. We shared a table with several friendly women gathering for their law school reunion. The food was beautiful, approachable and delicious. I find some pre-fix dinners to be a bit austere and over the top. The Orchard Kitchen has a found a nice balance of being special and delightful. The food was served at a nice pace - allowing you to enjoy the presentation, the flavors, and the discussion that follows each wave of culinary experience. We had several bites to start, three wave of food, a cheese plate and dessert. Wine can be purchased by the glass, bottle or the flight. They were also able to accommodate my shellfish allergy. All the food was delicious and I highly recommend the Orchard Kitchen. We will be back again! Thanks Chef Vincent and Wine Maven Tyla Nattress read more

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When was the last time you sat down for an evening meal at a restaurant and said this one word after your meal? Wow! "Wow" was the reaction of a group of travel writers at a special extravaganza I was fortunate to attend in the Whidbey and Camano Islands back in 2018. Culinary Tourism is an important initiative in Island County, Washington, and indeed, in the entire Camano and Whidbey Island area of Northwest Washington. The farm-to-table industry is strong in this region and entrepreneurs in the region want you to know it. Chef Vincent Nattress at the Orchard Kitchen in Langley, Washington maintains close ties to local growers to ensure fresh and best-in-class ingredients are served to you as he prepares his homespun specialty dishes. Vincent will tell you he's a farmer as well as a chef. He bought the property on which the Orchard Kitchen now sits back in 2011. Much of the land was a pasture for 90-years with a rich loam suitable for growth. Many of the dishes he serves feature Radishes, Arugula, Garlic, Corn, Fava Beans, Peas, and other veggies straight from the gardens of his farm. As Vincent tells it, it's the crops from land that spur much of his inspiration for his farm-to-table homespun creations. The pictures and the captions below say it all. This place is a unique, one-of-a-kind, specialty eatery in the Whidbey-Camano Islands region. If you haven't been to the Whidbey-Camano Islands area, you're in for a treat. It is iconic and refreshing. And now you know of a 5-star place to eat: The Orchard Kitchen. Go and enjoy! read more

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What a lovely evening. Weather was perfect and the food wonderful. The service was fabulous. Just seemed like everyone really enjoyed what they did and got a chance to meet most of the people that made the evening a delight. read more

Best place to sit at is the chefs counter where you get to watch the chefs at work. They had a local beet and carrot salad with grilled squash, lamb stew with their own bread and a dessert that tasted like a Dutch baby. I also got the cheese flight which was superb. It is best to go in a Thur when it is locals night so you get to try a three course menu than a 6-7 course. I also got the wine pairing and they were generous with the pours. It is a bit cold in there so bring your jacket. read more

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Where to begin...we booked the chefs table on a Saturday evening and were greeted with a specialty cocktail that was amazing. We were seated at a table in a beautiful garden with a small group of other diners. The chef came out and explained the menu in great detail, and then service started. The food was fresh, creative, beautifully plated, and delicious. The service was impeccable. I'd recommend the wine flight as each glass was perfectly paired with the course being served. I highly recommend Orchard Kitchen and would make a special trip to Whidbey Island just to eat there! read more

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Delicious and beautiful limited menu. Exquisitely prepared. Cozy house in a garden next to Bayview Corner on Whidbey Island. So very good.

Enjoyed dinner to celebrate my partner's Bday on 9/12/24. I have had many dinners like this. it didn't dissapoint. Serene, pretty setting , food was extremely well executed. Table setting was impeccable. Lovely people to converse with who were foodies. Dessert was not my favorite(ginger cake, with whipped cream, apples & cardamon ice cream). The cake ginger flavor to me was overpowering and I do like it. However the bday person loved it. It was a nice paced lovely evening. I recommend it and will be back. read more

It's hard, when you're prone to nit-picking and snarky comments, as am I, to give glowing reviews. Don't look at me in that tone of face: I know I'm a jerk. A persnickety old former sous chef who has always been better at eating than cooking, but knows just enough about too many things to annoy everyone with his opinions. I know. That said: I'm hesitant to weigh in on Orchard Kitchen. First, I don't want everyone to go there and ruin it. Second, I've never experienced their store and product before the pandemic hit, so I haven't seen all they can do. So I'm telling you this, dear reader, because they are important enough in concept to support, and what they offer is of such quality, however limited by current events, to be of note to anyone that values great food; honest, genuine, authentic, organic, local, quality food. They are so good at what they do, we have changed our weekly shopping habits. We buy from them first. Their bread, warm and fresh, has rearranged our lives. The cultured butter is now a staple. We plot and scheme to acquire these things, every week. And you can find some of the best produce on the island at their farm stand, though I must warn you, it disappears quickly. Their homemade pork rillettes are exemplary. The spicy cheese spread is zingy and pleasing. The local wines, ciders and imported olive oil, chocolate, and other goodies are truly special and offered at reasonable prices. I cannot wait until they open their restaurant again. But until that day, their produce will find a place on my family's table, and I hope that when I break bread with friends on Whidbey Island, it will always be with the crusty, fragrant, toothsome sourdough fresh from their ovens. These folks do it right. Clean, honest food from friendly, hard-working people. This is The Stuff, peeps. Just-don't everyone go there at once, ok? Oder ahead online: https://www.exploretock.com/orchardkitchen Highest recommendation. read more

This was our second visit here and both occassions were simply wonderful! The food could not be fresher or more inventive, we loved every single dish. Highlights included scallop tartare, duck confit tortellini, roasted radishes, and chicory salad. Wine pairings were also perfect. We sat at the chef's counter this time and really enjoyed watching them work; service was excellent! It's a cozy, lively space where you will need to be friendly with neighboring diners, which was totally OK by us. One thing to note is that the menu has really increased in size/length since our last visit ~1 year ago. Last time we left feeling full, but not overly so. This time there were many more small dishes and we were quite stuffed by the end- come hungry! We felt like 1-2 meat dishes at the end could have been dropped and it would have been perfect. I suspect someone complained about portion size (as someone always does) and they unfortunately responded by adding more and heavier dishes, rather unnecessarily. Still overall a fantastic experience, we can't wait to return! read more

This was such a special experience. We were on Whidbey for the week and got lucky with a Saturday night reservation. The menu was so unique with every dish tasting fresh and like it was made with a lot of love and care. My favorites were the beautiful scallops with the most incredible dashi; the pork loin that tasted more beautiful and tender than any pork loin I've had to date; and the winter squash tart - that was so good we took home to finish (since we were full to bursting by that point). In addition, the service was great - so kind and accommodating. I also love that this place is a perfect nice night out but it doesn't feel at all stuffy. We ate in a barn and felt very close to the place where the food was grown and cooked. I can't wait to come back here. read more

Orchard Kitchen - Saturday menu - Modern European Near Me - Langley, Washington

Maybe one of the best meals of my life. We booked the chef's table for a Thursday locals night in March 2023. The menu and food was amazing, the staff friendly and chef and team very engaging and warm. From the moment we arrived receiving a glass of sparkling wine, multiple delicious courses nicely explained to closing with a perfect dessert, Orchard Kitchen hit all high marks (even a great playlist of music). We will be back at the chefs table soon and you should make your RSVP now. read more

Went here for a group event. The service was excellent. Our waiters were so fun. The food was delicious and they even added two extra courses for us. read more

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I went with my mom and brother for my birthday dinner and it beyond exceeded my expectations. I have eaten at many bougie places in my life but this far exceeds the generic bland over sized portions you get at even the nicest of restaurants. The staff, ambiance and food were amazing. Everything was seasonally fresh, beautiful and thoughtfully created. I think there were like 9 courses and each was a treat. Wine pairings were perfect. Magical experience and absolutely worth every penny. We will be back! read more

Excellent meal. Service is warm and inviting. Dinner party type setting, we've always enjoyed talking to our tablemates. Food is incredible and the fresh menus are always a delight. Love sitting in the gardens. read more

We had a lovely evening at Orchard Kitchen with excellent service and amazing Farm to Table food. We loved their garden grown and in house made fermented chili sauce, and my husband said it was the best pork chop of his life (I agree). The care and creativity shined through the food. The portions were perfect and spaced out nicely. I was happy to pay a 20% living wage service charge, plus an additional tip. Well worth it. read more

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My wife, son and I had dinner here this past Friday evening for Father's Day. We had high hopes for the evening. The venue is cool, the food is good but not great and the staff is very friendly. Why I am giving it a 2 rating is because of the crowded tables, excruciatingly noisy room, and the 4 hours it took to eat 6 courses. They advertise as a community table dining experience. The main room had 3 long dining tables (large enough for about 25 people) along with the entire kitchen. The problem was they ended up cramming 34 people along with the entire kitchen & service staff into this room designed to hold maybe 25+ people max. The result was a noise level that was unbearable. To make matters worse, you are sitting so close to your neighbor, of whom you don't know, that your bodies touched. Very uncomfortable! You really couldn't even carry on a normal conversation with people sitting next to you. Couple this with having to sit there for 4 hours to eat, we could not wait to get out of there. This experience did not come close to justifying the expensive price tag we paid. My suggestion to the owners is to eliminate the dining chaos by cutting 25% attendance in the dining room and speeding up the serving of the courses. read more

What an amazing dinner. The food and service were impeccable. The community seating was so fun and had a wonderful time with new friends. There were things on the evenings menu I would never order anywhere the braised lamb as I don't like lamb well after last night I love braised lamb it was simple and full of flavor I'm now converted to someone who can eat lamb when it's done this well. Such a wonderful evening the staff was great knowledgeable and so friendly. I'd put pictures up but we were enjoying the atmosphere and the conversation so much we hardly took the time for pictures. read more

Hands down, the most amazingly creative restaurant on South Whidbey. Scratch cooking at its finest and the way it should be. Completely localvore fare, organic, passionately thoughtful dishes that are orchestrated with such loving care in execution, beautifully presented and unbelievably delicious. It's definitely an event dinner that is long and to be savored. read more

This was a very interesting experience where locals and tourists mix. We had last minute seatings for our reservations and sat with interesting people that were not from Whidbey Island. We are from Whidbey Island and totally enjoyed the unique and New concept that they have brought to Whidbey Island. Thanks we'll come back sometime read more

I'm all for supporting the local guy with a vision...but not at these prices. There's probably a good family-style-in-the-woods-whose-menu-is-comprised-of-well-done-localized-classics restaurant to be had from the component parts --owners, site, local produce/provisions-- but this place, trying as it is to provide a high-end fine dining experience, can't seem to square its own circle. In the current incarnation, it's well-intentioned and idealistic, but messy and overpriced for what's currently happening here. read more

Fantastic food and excellent service!! This is hands down the best restaurant in Washington State

I had been really wanting to try this restaurant for a while. The wait staff was attentive and lovely and it was clear they were making a significant effort. The concept of so many small dishes - I think i counted 12, of such carefully put together plates of such fresh produce, meats and seafood and them coming out over the course of 3 hours, was very enjoyable. However, at the end of the day, I only found 4-5 of the 12 small dishes to be truly spectacular in taste. I really wanted to love the food and had heard such amazing things about it but I did not find the preparation and taste of what was put together to be deserving of the reputation of the price. However I also feel they hire many local people and are running a farm so I can imagine they need the resources. read more

Words cannot describe! This place is the best. My mom and I came to Orchard Kitchen for Thanksgiving Dinner. Their feast was absolutely amazing. Best Thanksgiving dinner I've ever had. They had Heritage Birds which are a must try at least once. Everything was superb and top notch. The service was great, extremely friendly and small staff and you can watch the chefs cook! I'm excited to them for a regular meal. Don't miss out on eating here!! read more

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Best food in the United States. Service is always impeccable, and the ambiance is ever changing and always beautiful. We keep going back, as it is our favorite restaurant. read more

Having driven by this charming looking restaurant for several months, we were curious to check it out. A perfect spot for a special occasion dinner-- the two patio areas are surrounded by growing flowers and farmland. The multi course meal was exceptional, everything was tasty and I'll be remembering the miso sable fish and pork with romesco sauce for a long time. Great service and an excellent tip on a wine made it a perfect night. We were prepared for a chilly evening and even brought our own blanket, but luckily we didn't need it. read more

A wonderful restaurant. We dined there for New Years Eve. The staff was both warm and professional. The atmosphere is both relaxing and refined. Not stuffy and pretentious. Each course was delicious and something that I would order if it weren't a fixed menu. Portions were generous. Wine pairings were well thought and wonderful. They're also generous with their pouring. Whidbey has several great restaurants. As a local, this was most true to the spirit of the island. Well thought out, generous, and casually refined. Oh. Their bread. It's fabulous. Rosemary olive. But, really. This is a super great place and you should treat yourself. Casual fine dining at its best. Love the communal seating. You might make a few new friends over dinner. read more

My husband and I enjoyed the wonderful Orchard Kitchen! A communal table with amazing food, brought to the table in interesting and imaginative presentations. The food is as fresh as it can get with surprising and complimenting flavors and tastes. The wine pairings were just right to match the courses. The space was tasteful, fun, and festive. Tablemates getting to know one another, the attentive staff really enjoyed sharing their creations with us and making sure we had everything we needed to fully enjoy the event and our dinner. I had the Seared Alaskan Weathervane Scallops, Citruses, and Garden Cress followed by dessert. I would love to come back for a cooking class sometime! read more

We enjoyed the exquisite Farm-to-Table dinner here. Every bite was scrumptious and surprisingly flavorful. We ate in a lovely old barn and were cared for by a friendly and attentive staff. The meal was magnificent. Much if the food was grown on the farm, or in the immediate local area. The portions were generous. It couldn't have been a better experience. Great value for the cost. We would highly recommend this superb experience! read more

Orchard Kitchen - Dessert! - Modern European Near Me - Langley, Washington

OMG! This place is a Hugh hit with us and not to be missed when visiting Whidbey Island be sure to make a reservation. This is a Garden to Fork Restaurant most of the ingredients come from the farm or is sourced locally. The Chief and Wine Matron are Fab! Check it out it's worth every dime. read more

No "wow" here for locals night. I do not give this review lightly, but only as constructive feedback. The space was cold and uninviting, the staff, while friendly, was underprepared and most of the food was pretentious and lacked flavor, seasoning or skilled preparedness. When you plan on a dinner that is suppose to deliver a unique experience, details matter - you are paying for those details and quality. So many details were not up to par. After being seated, we waited a long time before anyone came to our table to welcome us and inform us on what we could expect for the night ahead. We sat there, in the cold space, as we watched party after a party arrive and get their overview. A cold cube of head cheese with chunks of pickled carrot waiting before us as surprise taster. Not a great start to a meal with high expectations. Next up, the amuse bouche oyster, prepared warm and topped with very hard, cold stale breadcrumbs, cheese and pancetta bits. For the salad course we were served a deconstructed salad (micro greens, shaved carrot, baby radish, beets and flowers) that was pretty but the yogurt "dressing" plop on the plate was not seasoned and just added an off-putting sour taste to the already bitter greens. I give the two stars to the main course of beef buvette. This was the best part of the meal - Perfectly cooked and seasoned and served with brussel sprouts. The potatoes au gratin served in individual mini Dutch ovens were under seasoned and bland. We ordered the cheese course, and the selection of cheeses was lovely, but the walnut bread it was served with was burned. Finally, the dessert, was a hazelnut toffee brittle served with a scrambled egg crème fraîche mouse. Nothing is more off putting then having chunks of scrambled egg in what should be an airy and smooth mouse. I had such high hopes with all the great reviews, but the Orchard Kitchen did not meet our expectations or the hype. read more

Birthday celebration heaven for a foodie !! Every dish was phenomenal. I'll be back next summer for the outside long table experience

The night was beautiful, clear skies and a cool fall crispness in the air. We opened the door of Orchard Kitchen and we were welcomed by a very warm & friendly hostess. When we gave our names it was like we arrived home with such a greeting and escort to our seats. With an almost bird's eye view of the kitchen we ate the best starters with a glass of Prosecco. The rest was like a dream. Every plate that came and with each bite silenced us all from the shear delight of delicious, complex and most savory flavor blends. Our eyes rolled back and then glanced at each other with anticipation of what was to come next. That's how it went all the way to the end. If you choose not to experience Orchard Kitchen you'll be doing yourself a great disservice. It's a cry of ENCORE, from me!!! Bravo read more

Orchard Kitchen - Last night's soup course, white carrot soup was outstanding!! - Modern European Near Me - Langley, Washington