Stopped in for Taco Tuesday based solely on hearing this was a nearer place in town and im not here…read moretoo often. The restaurant itself is pretty interesting inside with graffiti type art on the walls and bright vibrant booths. I ordered 6 street tacos, 2 chicken, 2 chorizo, and two ground beef. All were incredibly delicious. I had the habanero hot sauce (which is a 4 out of 5 for them) on all proteins. Its SUPER good. Just the right amount of heat for me, but probably not for folks who are sensitive to hot foods. Had the Chile de Arbol on the chicken, and it went really nicely with that. Last I put some Chipotle on a ground beef taco, and while it wasn't my favorite, it still added a nice smokey flavor and mild spice. Overall, a very positive experience and a place I will certainly be back to!

UPDATE: Absolutely unbelievable and unacceptable! My husband and I came here 20 minutes before…read moreclose to order food to go meanwhile the open sign was still on and there was a person at the counter on their phone. I asked to place an order to go and the guy went in the back and asked whoever was there and came back and said no. His reason was because it was a slow day and "didn't feel like making more food". Never experienced anything like this before. You want great tacos and birria? Go to Jessicas Taqueria in Silverdale. Her business hours are legitimate and won't refuse service because of laziness. My husband and I came here last evening craving for some tacos. Growing up in the bay area in Cali, tacos are a huge hit and I can definitely say a small place like this in Washington really did their thing. Tacos were good. The birria tacos were okay but definitely were a little dry and definitely could've had more meat and cheese. The consomme was very bland so dipping the birria tacos in it didn't really make the tacos taste any better. Burrito was okay however, it was very flat. Flavor was definitely there and was really tasty. I just wish there were more ingredients added. Honestly it felt like I was eating a quesadilla rather than a burrito. My husband had cocktail which he liked very much and I had horchata. Horchata was good but a tad bit grainy. Our server was very nice! Service definitely was great. We were served our food very fast and even then the food was HOT! This spot is very compact and intimate. Would not recommend for larger parties 4+. All in all tacos were the star of the show. Would return just for the tacos only and horchata.

Good food but the chairs are the most uncomfortable things on the face of the earth. They are…read moretorture contraptions meant to punish one until the meal is finished and you get out of there as fast as possible. Change the chairs!!!!!!!! Have mercy on your customers. Whose bright idea is this? That person needs psychological treatment.

Awkward service and lack of recently. Used to visit often,…read moreI loved their Pho! However cilantro and limes are scarce. One slice of lime, ask for extra and it's $2 for 1 more slice. Same for cilantro, $2! Can't even see the cilantro in the broth. This time the noodles were soggy! Last three times waiter never asked or refilled water or if we needed anything, or a to go container. Now, not worth the price anymore.

We have been going to this place for years, but it had been some time since our last visit. We…read moredecided it was the perfect place to celebrate my wife's birthday, so invited my son and his girlfriend for dinner. While it has always been a great spot, they have managed to improve even since our last visit - great food, lovely ambiance, and outstanding service. We were a little worried about getting a table as you cannot make reservations for parties fewer than 5, but we were seated immediately and greeted warmly by the staff as we walked in. Dinner was reasonably priced, and each dish we had was wonderful. Our waitress was incredibly attentive without being hovering - an art form if you ask me - and even made sure to wish my wife a happy birthday. We left happy, well fed, and unanimously determined to get back there soon. Many thanks to the Bistro Team for a great evening.

Burrata Bistro offers fantastic value compared to Seattle prices--as long as you order the right…read moredishes, you're in for a great meal! ​The Highlights: * ​Ragu Bolognese & Ossobuco: Absolute stars of the night. The ragu had incredible depth of flavor with just the right amount of saltiness, and the ossobuco was beautifully cooked and super tender. * ​Burrata Caprese: Fresh, creamy, and made even better by a unique pistachio pesto. * ​Starters: A bit of a mixed bag. We had a couple of other starters that were really good, though the roasted potatoes with spicy tomato sauce/aioli and goat cheese stuffed dates were just okay. ​The Miss & Service Notes: * ​Seafood Paella: The biggest letdown of the night since it was the dish I was most excited for. Very bland and lacking depth--I actually ended up mixing leftover ragu sauce into it just to give it some flavor! * ​30-Min Chicken Warning: A friend wanted the half chicken, but we had to pass because the server mentioned a 30-minute cook time after we asked. It would be super helpful if that wait time was explicitly noted on the menu! * ​Menu Wish: Was secretly hoping for an octopus/polpo dish given their tapas focus, but no luck this time. Verdict: Great prices and awesome value overall. Stick to the rich pastas, braised meats, and pick your starters carefully!

Best coffee in town. Breakfast burritos are on point. Love live there drip coffee very inviting…read morelocations . Love the cozy feel to it. Just wanna curl up with my cup of joe n read n book there .

Caffe Cocina "The Good, the bad, and the ugly"…read more Caffe Cocina is surprisingly busy, perhaps due the the Finn Hill Road drive through? I have very mixed feelings about this local Poulsbo, and soon to be Silverdale, establishment. The good: Caffe Cocina's food is arguably the best reason to visit one of their cafes. In particular, the chicken chorizo breakfast burritos are really delicious! The drink selection is extensive with some innovative twists on lattes and other coffee and tea based drinks. Unfortunately, I really judge a coffee shop on its ability to brew a really flavorful cup of black coffee - I will come back to that later in the review. The bad - The Finn Hill road location has mediocre to bad customer service depending on the day and the shift. Unless you are a charismatic individual under the age of 30, you are likely to be received with no shortage of attitude and general disdain...as if it is your pleasure to be ignored for as long as possible and then to have your order taken with the type of apathy that I would normally approach a Monday morning work conference call where you know you are going to have to listen to that one coworker that seems enamored with their ability to ask questions on points already sufficiently covered...I digress. The downtown location has much friendlier service, so head there if you do not require drive through services. The ugly - The coffee and coffee beans, probably tolerable if you are having an espresso-based drink, but I would shy away from the drip coffee and the beans for brewing coffee at home. The coffee is frankly over roasted, too oily, and decidedly one note for most of the beans that I have tried. I have sampled dark, medium, light roasts and single origins and have not tried anything worth recommending. Should this have been a 3 or a 4 star review? That depends on the location you are visiting and what you are visiting for. If you simply focus on the downtown location, I would by default increase this to a (4) star review due to the excellent customer service and the fact that they offer a pour over (unfortunately, the coffee is still mediocre). If you are visiting the Finn Hill location for anything other than the food, I stand by my (3) star review which is frankly generous given my experience most visits.

Food was amazing, don't leave reviews often but food was on point…read more Egg sandwich perfection, their sourdough is excellent. Several people buying bread while we ate. Girlfriend got the French toast which was also excellent. Good consistency, flavor, fresh. All the pastries including the chia goat-cheese and coconut pastry baked excellently. Ambiance is nice and quiet but limited seating Forsure. Service was good, fast, and friendly all you can ask for. Coffee was a 4 out of 5 but not bad at all. 5/5 would recommend will likely be picking up some bread before leaving.

I love this place so much! Best coffee, best bread, fabulous scobes, healthy breakfast/lunch menu…read moreand creative specials, great friendly staff! I live 1/2 hour away and we make the drive as often as we can / and I tell everyone how great it is. Adding some pics from this week! BLT with avocado and an egg is unbelievably good! Hubby loves the quinoa cakes and orders them again and again. all so good!

I am so delighted to write this review! Yesterday a holiday , my husband and I really wanted some…read morecomfort food. We checked out two places before going into The Brass Kraken. This is a Pub/Bar with a view! And or you can sit outside and see the local seal swimming in the marina the outside area has Umbrellas in case its too hot or bright. As soon as we walked in the door we were greeted by the most genuine and knowledgeable young lady, immediately let us pick a seat, near the window in the . Gave us options and directions to best suit our thirst, and food questions were addressed to help us decide on which delicious entree to pick. The kitchen is modest they have great selections and variety and I am pretty sure whatever you choose you will leave happy! My husband had the catfish basket with two HUGE hush puppies ( a tiny bit spicy) we loved them! Crisp and cooked to perfection do not be fooled by the darker outside. Catfish was cooked perfectly and we wanted more! They have medium thick fries which we really enjoyed also. I chose the Cuban sandwich because I love it and I also was not disappointed. Very filling and delicious. I think their tartar sauce is homemade and if you like tartar you will want to try it. Drink specials were also offered at a price that you could have two and not break the bank . Happy vibe, great service, delicious food and a view whats Not to like?! 5 stars and well deserved. We will be back and soon.!!

It's time for a review update! The Brass Kraken Pub is still right on the water in Poulsbo. They…read moreare no longer family-friendly, so make sure to leave anyone under 21 at home. They have monthly specials that highlight different themes, so be sure to ask about the current food and drink offerings. They offer 18 beers on draft and two ciders, along with Ghostfish Brewing Company gluten-free beer in cans. The menu includes oysters, elk burgers, nachos, wings, calamari, cheese curds, tacos, and more. On weekends, they serve brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The patio area is nice and features bar stools that wrap around the entire building (there are no tables, just a bar-style railing). It can get a little warm outside since there's limited shade, but the view is to die for. For my gluten-free friends, the Brass Kraken offers gluten-free buns, corn tortillas for tacos, and one fully gluten-free beer option. A great place to visit it you are in the Poulsbo area.

We had large group, so they had to split us up, the service went well with little chaos considering…read morethere was 14 people. The Khao Soi was delicious and aromatic. I loved all the pickles on top.

My husband and I visited Kachai Thai after a long day traveling from Seattle to Poulsbo and chose…read moreit based on its reviews and proximity to our hotel. When we arrived about an hour before closing, there were several empty tables in the main dining area, yet we were directed to a darker section of the restaurant where another large Indian group was seated. When I asked if we could sit in the main area, I was told those tables were reserved. Shortly afterward, the manager/owner moved us to the main dining room. We stayed until closing, and none of the supposedly reserved tables were ever occupied. The food was good, but the initial seating experience left us feeling unwelcome and disappointed.

Sogno di Vino - Poulsbo, WA…read more We had an excellent meal at Sogno di Vino on their beautiful outdoor patio! The setting under the big tree with string lights was charming and made for a perfect sunny summer afternoon. We started with the bruschetta, which was fresh, bright, and nicely finished with a balsamic drizzle. For our main dishes, we ordered two versions of the Linguini alla Checca: one loaded with large, perfectly grilled shrimp and the other topped with seared ling cod. Both pastas were light, flavorful, and beautifully executed with sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and generous shaved parmesan. The seafood was cooked just right and really stood out. We also shared a con carne pizza piled with Pepperoni, Fennel Sausage, Salami, Pancetta, Mozzarella, and Goat Cheese. YUM!!! It had a great crust with nice char and tasted fantastic. Everything arrived hot and clearly made with care. The service was friendly and attentive, and dining on the patio was a real highlight. If you're in Poulsbo and looking for solid Italian food in a relaxed outdoor setting, Sogno di Vino is an easy recommendation. We'll definitely be back.

We had lunch here on a Sunday. It's a pretty big restaurant but only their main dining room and…read moreoutdoor front patio were open. Service was good though they seemed short staffed. Forgot our waitress' name but she had cute black cat earrings on. She and the man bussing the tables checked up on us and made sure all our orders were correct. But we had to ask the hostess for things because we couldn't find our waitress. It took awhile for our drinks and food to arrive. We waited almost half an hour before our food were brought out to us. In the mean time we were given yummy complimentary focaccia bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping. The Salssicia pizza with sausages and mushrooms was a hit with our group. We also ordered the Caleb and Primavera pizzas.

First time eating at Loft. It sits right on the water in…read morethe bay in Paulsbo. We had a great window seat and were seated right away. We started off with a beer and an old fashion and wine. Probably wouldn't order the old fashioned next time. Menus had a lot of good choices. We ordered the salmon dinner and the halibut plate. Our server was very helpful in ordering and was very friendly. They offer a great happy hour menu at the bar and there is a room to sit in that is over the water and has great views of the harbor. Perfect place to meet for some happy hour wine and treats.

The Loft has lost its touch. They are serving some entrees on an itty bitty plate that would be…read moreappropriate for one small item like a piece of cake not a meal. If you are expecting to get a decent sized portion of fish and fries, think again. You will get about 8 French fries to go with your two small pieces of fish. You're going to pay over $20 for a snack disguised as an entree. We ended up ordering another plate of fries for $10. Ahi tacos are tiny and on the same miniature plate for over $20. Disappointing. For a restaurant with beautiful views and ambiance, the food situation is pathetic. Get rid of these tiny ridiculous plates for entrees and toddler sized portions. We will probably go to JJ's fish house instead next time. Their fish and chips are plentiful and you do not feel robbed and hungry when you leave.

Hit the spot! We were passing through the area on our way home from vacation and wanted a bite and…read morearea to let the kids out to stretch their legs. Owner was working the kitchen and as hoped - the food was on the money. Hidden spot amongst the warehouse buildings around it, very much worth the stop off the highway if in the area!

Out of the way snuggled in an industrial complex is this great little find. Welcoming smiles as…read moreyou enter. Seating both outside and inside with quiet ambiance. Had the cheesesteak sandwich, flavored with peppers and onion, in a nice warm bun.