We stumbled upon The Wayfinder Cafe and had a wonderful visit. It was near the tail end of the…read morelunch window and places were getting ready to close up for the day, lucky for us the service at The Wayfinder is so pleasant, we felt like locals. They have menus by the window, and you order at the counter, we found ample seating near the windows to look upon the passerbyers. We ordered cold items so they wouldn't take too long up prep; a side of macaroni salad, a Keegan-the-Vegan sandwich and a Honey Lavender Latte to share. Everything was lovely and a perfect portion for us, splitting the sandwich and the creamy mac salad. The sandwich had curried chickpea salad and it was delicious! The Lavender Latte was perfection, not to sweet but a yes in the lavender world. We overheard others come in specifically for their cookies, so we grabbed a coco loco to go. It was filled with coconut and macadamia nuts, was so perfectly moist in the center. Thank you Krista for looking after us!

We were on vacation, and because my husband's name is Connor, we had to come explore La Conner! We…read morewere hungry for lunch after the tulip festival, so we drove up here. There is some street parking, but we ended up parking in a public parking lot north of the cafe. The place is cute and charming, and it's decorated with art that is for sale. The menu on the wall was just for drinks, and their food menu was laminated nearby for us to peruse. We had a nice chat with JJ (who I think is the co-owner), and he was very bubbly and nice. It was fun to witness his kindness to other customers and neighbors as they came in. This place seems very involved with the community. There are a few tables both outside and inside. The TV behind us was playing Pandora for radio music. Nearby, they had some free chocolate-covered coffee beans and your own water and silverware station. I got an Arnold Palmer, and boy, was it tart! I got my own sugar to try to sweeten it up. I also ate the Ricky Ricardo panini, and it wasn't my favorite. The aioli wasn't flavorful enough for me to notice, or maybe it was missing, and the pickles were too thick. I didn't love the flavor profile on this sandwich, and it was pretty hot (in temperature) to eat, so I had to let it cool down a bit. Connor loved his smoked salmon toast! There were a ton of capers, so lots of salt there. The herbed cream cheese was the star of the show, with the flavorful toast being a close second. He really appreciated it. I think I'd be happy to come back and try a different sandwich.

We had an incredible experience last night for our wedding anniversary. The staff did so many…read morelittle things to be attentive and celebratory that made the night very special and memorable. And the food and cocktails were so amazing. It was truly a fantastic time.

This was our second visit to Nell Thorn, and it was even better than the first. We sat outside and…read morehad Gregory as our server, and he provided fantastic recommendations that made our experience even more enjoyable. We started with the sourdough bread paired with the spiced herb olive oil, and also added the tomato basil dip. Both were absolutely delicious and complemented the bread perfectly. For our entrée, we split the cod and chips, which was the perfect amount of food for two and cooked beautifully. The outdoor patio created a great atmosphere, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. We'll definitely be back--even if it means making the drive all the way from Kirkland, Seattle!

We stumbled on this amazing little cafe one afternoon. It was a beautiful windy but sunny day. We…read moreelected to seat at their outdoor area overlooking the water and famous Rainbow Bridge. Our waitress was very friendly - she made us feel right at home as if we were in her own home. We ordered the Vegan Fish n Chips at her recommendation. OMG!!! They were absolutely amazing. They are so good, you'd of thought that they made a mistake and gave us cod. The flavors were awesome. Topped this off with an iced-cold Alaskan Amber. Great experience and definitely a place I will come back when visiting LaConner.

How I really wanted to like this place but was massively disappointed and feeling honestly scammed…read moreout of my money: This is a tourist trap and not a beloved local restaurant like I thought it would be. The cafe was very busy when we arrived and had to wait about 20 minutes for an open table out on the deck. Due to how busy it was, I had high hopes that the food was good. Unfortunately it felt more catered to the one and done tourist - take their money with over priced mediocre food that certainly did not command either aesthetics or taste. What we ordered: 1. Fried calamari $18: this was the smallest portion on an appetizer plate with three calamari rings and a handful of what appeared to be minuscule tentacle pieces heavily battered to give the dish the appearance of "more". Bland and oily - nothing really outstanding here. 2. Captain's Platter $28: this was the most expensive item on the menu. I ordered it hoping that at least quantity wise it would be satisfying. It came with one fried piece of cod, one fried piece of halibut, four fried shrimp and fries. I have never eaten more bland fries in my life. They weren't even crunchy but soggy with oil as they laid under the fried fish, which likely was hurriedly plated on the fries without letting the oil drip off. The fish was overcooked for sure - the cod was so small that I was honestly offended. The shrimp - undercooked. 3. Strawberry lemonade $5: standard, on the sour side. The only pleasant thing I have to say is that the hostess and waitress were very sweet. They were definitely understaffed and I felt badly for them so I tipped well. But I would not go back and do not recommend - unless you like to waste your vacation money on this tourist trap.

We came here during the Tulip Festival season but there was still plenty of room. Cute decor with…read morecomfortable, colorful booths. We tried the mole taquitos which were sweet and spicy - great depth. Also did the carne asada - meat was nicely charred without being overcooked, and loved the roasted jalepenos it came with. Free chips and salsa, which is increasingly rare. Margarita was a bit too sweet for my taste but I'm sure the could adjust it. Service was friendly and fast.

The servers were really nice. We were impressed with a better than usual variety for Mexican…read morerestaurants. I ordered picadillo enchiladas with eggs. My husband had a chimichanga and they asked which sauce he wanted. When the bill came, it charged two dollars more so just FYI that that's enough charge. The salsa and chips were made fresh there and were super delicious.

This was a cute little shop with a fair selection of baked goods and even some gluten-free options…read more The two women behind the counter were friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, the plain whole milk latte I ordered was subpar. I did not enjoy it.

An eclectic "bespoke" coffee shop in La Conner. When we visited, there was actually no menu and the…read morebarista mentions he can make any drink for the most part, so we opted for a hemp milk orange latte which was pretty decent. I don't see hemp milk much in other coffee shops so this stood out. There's zero latte art and it's just a regular white paper cup so I didn't bother taking a picture of the drink itself. The cafe itself is pretty interesting, with a whole variety of license plates, pastry case, and other CBD products, and there are lots of seating. The downside for being "bespoke" is that there is no menu. $7+ for a 16oz latte is a bit steep and we don't know the breakdown of prices, so if anything, even if there's no menu, a general price guideline would be much appreciated.

Wonderful service, fantastic food, cozy ambiance. Perfect for a quiet meal alone and a cocktail at…read morethe bar.

The Fork at Skagit Bay still remains my favorite restaurant in Skagit County - and in all…read morecategories! Looking for a great happy hour? They've gotcha covered. Affordable lunch burger and a beer? Yup. Fancy date night romantic dinner with craft cocktails? Heck yeah. Combining a casual, marine-themed ambiance with quaint La Conner vibes, and adding in some truly delish food and drink, there are few places in the area I'd rather eat. My favorite here is their bouillabaisse, with big pieces of fish, half a fresh Dungeness crab, sausage, and all the goodness cooked in their house-made broth. All I can say is: try it. Their raw oysters are also a favorite, but I can't say I've ever had a bad dish here. One time I swung out and tried their pork chop, which was truly sent from heaven. Their wine list contains several affordable options - on one visit our group enjoyed two bottles of an exquisite rose. And if gin is in your repertoire, don't miss the Empress Aviation which is not only pretty to look at, but quite tasty as well. Their happy hour features incredible drink and appy discounts, including half price bottles of wine. And I'd be remiss not to mention their friendly, lovely service. We always feel special when we visit. What's not to love about The Fork? I'm officially hungry now!

We had great food in La Conner, and this was one of the spots we hit…read more We went in during the week, right at Happy Hour, cause we're happy hour folk. I started with a La Blue Margarita - even though I have a strict "no blue drinks" policy (I did try and get 'no blue' but she said it wouldn't be the HH margarita!). Our drinks 100% hit the spot and were tasty! It was our anniversary, and we asked for a recommendation. Without hesitation, our server recommended the Molcajete. In almost no time, we were served a piping hot (read boiling) dish of prawns, chicken, carne asada, with accompaniments. Boy - this was impressive!!! The prawns were huge, the chicken and carne asada was plentiful. We were starved and this was a huge portion. Everything was superb! The staff was friendly, the vibe was upscale mexican, and the food was impressive. I would drive back to La Conner (or their other locations) just for the Molcajete! YUM!

Molcajete was such a good idea. We seriously split it 4 ways and it was an amazing lunch! We each…read moregot 2 tortillas and it was next level fajitas. Stewed meats in hot lava stone. Various meats and veggies... everyone in our party was raving over the surprise! So good!! A couple of folks in our party had the tequilas and enjoyed some shots!

The reviews of the fish and chips are legit - so, so good. From the homemade tartar sauce to…read moreunbelievable (twice fried?) chips, to sitting on the patio and enjoying the view, you'll love it here! The clam chowder is also good (coming from someone who grew up with Cape Cod chowdah - so the bar is high!)

Is this a dive bar? Almost. Is the staff nice? Absolutely. Are the drinks delicious? 100%. Should…read moreyou get fried mushrooms because you miss the Schwann's man? You bet. 10/10 will return.