We stopped here for a late lunch after spending the day at Moran State Park and the food was so…read moredelicious we couldn't stop talking about it the entire meal. We would all have gladly come back for dinner the same day.

We came here because the wait at our original restaurant was too long. So glad we made that choice!…read moreIt's a small place with only counter seating and a slight Japanese feel. Cozy and comfortable. We ordered the Thai green curry with chicken, chicken rice bowl, tofu Banh Mi, and macaroni salad. The green curry and Hawaiian Mac salad get rave reviews! The tofu on the banh mi was unflavored and huge pieces (like a tofu block cut in half). It definitely needed some chili oil and togarashi. Mixed reviews on the chicken rice bowl because the rice was slightly dry and teriyaki sauce tasted like soy sauce but the cabbage salad was delicious. Overall, I would come back. I'd definitely get the Mac salad and try some of their other dishes.

We loved the food, ambiance and service. Beyond that, we had a unique and heart-warming experience…read morewith the personal help we received from the manager, Sarah Filer. One of the members of the crew got extremely ill and needed to be taken to the emergency room at Friday Harbor, a 20-min ride away. The taxis were unavailable. When we asked Sarah if she knew of anyone we could hire, she volunteered to drive us to the emergency room and did so immediately. She refused to take any compensation. So we are big fans of Sarah and Lime Kiln Cafe.

The quality of the food is very good. The restaurant is clean and offers great views of a smallish,…read morequiet harbor. I asked for my egg dish to be well done and that was not the case. There was a charge for a cup of hot water, something we haven't seen in some time. Beautiful area!

When visiting Orcas Island, we stopped at a cute little bistro just off the landing called Harmony…read moreHive Bistro Their vegan burrito was huge and packed with all kinds of tasty morsels, plant based sausage (YES!), potatoes, peppers and more, in all .. an absolutely delicious and filling way to kickstart the day. They have a small seating area on the inside, with a very colorful and welcoming vibe (even the bathroom is welcoming ) in addition to additional outdoor seating with amazing views of the Sound. When visiting Orcas Island and find yourself looking for a hearty vegan option that can feed multiple, I highly recommended making a stop at Harmony Hive Bistro, grab a quick bite to go or stay for a bit and enjoy the scenic views while allowing the smells of the Sound to permeate your senses!

Delightful spot nestled next to the Orcas Island ferry landing, offering just about everything a…read moretraveler waiting for the ferry might want. Coffee, tea, smoothies, breakfast burritos, waffles, wraps, salads. Additional menu items available later in the day and evening. Really delicious food, carefully prepared, locally sourced. Friendly service. Inside and outside seating. Designed for those with time to kill before their ferry arrives as well as last-second arrivers happy they were able to get past the check-in booth and get a spot. Hours vary, depending on the day. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

10/10 The best smashburger on the planet, no joke. I try to make it in every week, but often find…read moremyself having it 2 days in a row. The service is terrific as well- friendly and fast. I've only dined outside, mostly order take-out. If you ever have a bad burger experience, this will heal you. 10/10

Cute little spot! Slightly hidden off the road but super sweet and yummy! The classic breakfast…read moreplate was simple and tasty. Along with breakfast items, they also had a lunch menu and a bar!

Great food and amazing wine selection. Bruce knows what he is doing…read more I stop here several times throughout the month to grab a bite to eat. The staff is friendly. The outside seating cozy. It's on the pricier side but worth it. And for a small island, the wine selection is excellent.

Some lovely lollies from Cheney, Washington, here to savor Lopez delights at Vitas! Hidden in the…read moregorgeous bushes, flowers, and greens is the finest little secret. Come for food, wine, dance, and song! The extremely wild shrimp cakes and Bruce's latest cookie creation are to die for

Super friendly small business with good food. A quick stop for lunch was a crispy chicken sandwich…read moresuper hot when it came out crispy with just simple lettuce and mayo on a soft bun. Fries were crispy and hot! Strawberry lemonade was perfect for a warm day! Grilled cheese with crispy buttered bread. Old style family restaurant with good tasting fast food and friendly service!

These weren't tater tots. They were tactical potato fragmentation devices. One little squeeze and…read morethey exploded into a cloud of crumbs. I'm still finding pieces on the table. The potato itself appears to have left the chat..... This place used to be so great. No seating, overpriced and sad really. If you've seen the movie Neverending Story. This reminded me of the rock man biting into his delicious limestone rocks

If on the island this is a must. Great BBQ with a backyard party vibe. We missed the live music. I…read moreheard it was good. A vegan islander on the ferry ride back told me he goes for the music and skips the BBQ. But I was there for the biscuit which fell apart on my fork. The beans! Oh the beans! The bartending was excellent and everyone was friendly.

I always like trying new things on the island! Matthew's was our post-hike choice, and it was just…read morethe hearty meal we needed. Each couple split a brisket plate, and I got an extra side of coleslaw and cowboy beans. Food was FAST and was lovingly brought out to us - very kind! Note: if you're bringing a furry friend, you'll need to sit at the tables on the grass, the deck is not dog friendly. Now the food. We all found that the brisket leaned dry, but had good flavor. Paired with the sauce it was a nice time! The sides really shined, and all of them felt well made. If you're into beans and slaw, this is a good place for those. The pricing felt typical for island fare. Would definitely come back to try some other dishes!

Decent sandwiches, wraps, and quesadillas type of restaurant in Lopez Island. This was our first…read moremeal after landing from the inter island ferry so it was a late lunch, but I'm glad that it was not busy and everything on the menu was available. We got the Vortilla and smoked salmon quesadilla (spinach herb tortilla). Both of these combined was around $32 so a bit on the pricey end but still acceptable. The Vortilla is a large burrito with cheese and salad, so it is a vegetarian dish, but it was good. I wouldn't go out of my way to order this since it's easily made on your own, but we wanted to try it out nonetheless. The smoked salmon quesadilla was pretty good - I wished they had a bit more cheese but the salmon was quite flavorful and tender. Food takes a while to arrive because they're made to order. In the meanwhile, there's an herb shop that you can browse around to keep you occupied. We dined in but in retrospect takeout may be better so you could also go next door to the Brewvado Taproom to get some beer at the same time.

I'm waffling between a three and a four. 10 years ago it would be between a four and a five. This…read moreyear, last year, 10 years back the Vortex is consistently slow - even when you are the only one there. The food is good and healthy. Bowls have been super inconsistent often with more lettuce than rice - I didn't order a salad. Outdoor seating is great, as the rains come the inside can be tight.