Chris and I took time out to have a glass of beer on the deck of the fabulous Limedock building in…read moreLaconner Wa at Hellams vineyard. It was a nice break from always working next door. It was a perfect day! Hellams has quite a selection of everything and even beer for those who would rather. The photos are from the deck and public boardwalk.

A great little wine shop with an outdoor deck and seating and a nice selection of white and red…read morewines by the glass. The furniture outside could use an update but the views are great of the shops, marinas and the channel. Prices were reasonable. The shop is filled with a great assortment of wines. Staff was friendly enough but not very engaging. They offer some meat and cheese boards to go along with your wine. A wonderful, relaxing experience.

Great place to enjoy a glass of wine and a snack after a hectic day of tiptoeing through the tulips.read more

This place was okay! We went for a snack on the water and this was the perfect place for it. There…read moreare patio seats looking over the water and we heard there are frequent otter sightings here (though we didn't see one). They have a great, inexpensive and unpretentious wine list with plenty by the glass. We split a glass of rose and it was lovely! The food was just okay. They bragged about having large portions but our $18 cheese plate was a small snack for sure. It also said it came with fruit and chocolate and they only brought out the cheese, crackers, and nuts. Not sure if they were out, we didn't have enough time to talk to our server to figure this out. The servers were all in a huge hurry and missed a lot. I know they were busy and don't completely blame them, but it was definitely amiss. They asked if we wanted more wine and we said no, so they cleared our food quickly even though we were still eating. They also put a reserved sign on our table while we were still there (we only stayed maybe 25-30 min) and told us that someone else wanted our table. It was kind of rude and we felt super rushed by the servers. We really felt like we were being hurried out and didn't get the full experience. They also took our water glasses and dumped them on the ground next to us while we were still sitting and before we were done. They could not have been more blatant about wanting us to go even though we weren't there long. I would probably revisit on a slower day to see if things improved, but the service wasn't great.

One of the main reasons we decided to stop at Tulip Valley Winery was because they're dog friendly…read more And not just "tie your pup outside to a post" dog friendly they let our furry babies roam with us inside the tasting room and out on the patio like true VIPs (Very Important Pups) and even bring out water bowls for them. Highly recommend stopping by if you're looking to relax with a glass of wine or cider, enjoy a chill lunch, and hang with your four legged crew. Pro tip Stella Sopra, one of the best Italian food trucks or Italian food in general we've ever encountered is parked right on the property. Delicious handmade pasta plus good wine equals the kind of afternoon we all deserve. The staff here is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They took their time walking us through all the wines and sharing the stories behind them. We ended up walking away with a bottle of rosé Tempranillo and a beautifully aged 2014 Tempranillo hands down one of the best reds I've had all year. We were honestly shocked in the best way that a flight of four wines plus a full glass for my husband came out to under $20 talk about incredible value for quality pours or maybe were so used to crazy Seattle pricing! There's indoor seating, but if the weather's nice, grab a spot on the patio or in the front area with your dogs and soak in the peaceful vineyard vibes. I could see the patio filling up fast during peak times, but we visited during a slower hour and loved that no one rushed us people were coming and going, and we were free to sip, snack, and stay awhile. I wasn't the biggest fan of the ciders, but their wines were definitely worth the visit. It's a smaller operation, but that's part of the charm. Local, family-run vibes with great energy, great service, and great pours. Support the little guys and bring your dogs!

They are open inconsistently. I think it helps a business for people to be able to plan their…read morevisits.

A group (4) of us met at Bertelsen Winery for sips and a light lunch…read more Free parking can be found in the ample gravel lot. Credit cards are an accepted form of payment. Tabs left open are subject to an 18% gratuity. Bertelsen Winery provides indoor and outdoor seating. Orders are placed at the counter. Table service is limited. The round wine barrel tables indoors allow conversing with everyone seated uncomplicated; eye contact and sound. Wine tasting fee is $15 and waived with the purchase of two bottles. Wine can be purchased by the glass or the bottle. Water is self-serve at the counter. Food items are light, ranging from cheese starters, salads and pizzas. During our visit we shared a few different bottles of wine, each of us favoring different blends. The White Blend bottle for $24 was a favorite for the couple ladies that preferred sweeter wine. We shared the Beet Salad for $16: Arugula, roasted beets, goat cheese, pickled red onions, pistachios and balsamic vinaigrette. We shared the Baked Brie for $16: Fig & Hazelnuts served with focaccia bread & crackers. We shared the Don't Go Bacon My Heart Pizza for $20: Olive oil, mozzarella blue cheese, pear, bacon, honey drizzle and rosemary. Staff was friendly. Overall, Bertelsen Winery was a great choice for all of us ladies to catch-up over some wine and light lunch. I look forward to attending future events outdoors.

Igloos a definite MUST! So warm and cozy inside, ample room for our party of four. We did the Ski…read moreApres igloo and enjoyed our 1.5 hr reservation for $55 (reservation for igloo only fee). Equipped with a Bluetooth speaker to complete the mood! Service was friendly as they were still working out details of this new feature. There were a couple times when we needed more wine or wanted to order more food and there were longer checkin gaps. With the reservation time being limited, we hoped for more frequent checkins. Overall fun time, wish we could've stayed a bit longer but moved our party into the tasting room after. Fun way to pass a winter afternoon!

I was absolutely in love with your blackberry and cranberry wines I don't know how to survive…read morewithout you guys so if you have any extra stock please contact me I'd love to purchase more since you closed

Small winery that's a cute stop if you're in the area for the tulips. They have fruit-forward wines…read moreand one of their best sellers and my favorite was the cranberry one. They offer free wine tastings and even have wine slushies to sample. Very informative on the wines you want to try. If I wasnt flying home or had more room in my luggage I would have gotten a bottle.

Having rudimentary knowledge of meads, I was intrigued to find this unique shop. While the location…read moreis right on the outskirts of the main Anacortes area, you can only access it while going northbound. It's a clean looking, well appointed space with furniture made from local wood. Once inside, you'll be warmly greeted by Mark, the owner and Vino, his Hungarian Vizsla puppy. There are so many different meads to taste and Mark happily went through the differences of each one. Ranging from sweet to dry, I was more than willing to try them all. My favorite was the Christmas in a Glass; think Chai. It was obvious that their use of premium local whole fruit and local honey, instead of fruit concentrates resulted in a much better product. I loved that they focused on using local products. Definitely will stop by whenever I'm in the area again.

My husband and I really enjoyed the tastings of the meads that they make. We picked up a bottle of…read morethe land with the chocolate and currants. We really learned a lot from owner, who seems very passionate about his craft.

For my daughter's 21st birthday we chose wine tasting with family and friends. Angela was AMAZING!…read moreShe created 3 wonderful charcuterie boards full of delicious different cheeses, meats and treats... service was impeccable and fun., the ambience was perfect for our party with every detail checked. Definitely recommend Wine by the bays whether you're looking for wine with friends, a date place or your daughter's private party wine tasting they did not disappoint. To top it off they had a great little gift/candy shop inside.

Great pacific NW wine selection, reasonably priced tasting flights and awesome charcuterie boards…read more Cozy environment and very friendly service.