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.

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.

I'm normally skeptical of vegan pho because I think it lacks flavor, but this place was great! Best…read morevegan pho I've ever had. I'm a believer. Big portions, separate vegan section on the menu, a second dining room they can open when it gets busy... and very nice and helpful staff! It literally smelled like pho in the parking lot. We also ordered the vegan vermicelli bowl to share, that tofu was deliciously a little bit spicy but I didn't try too much of it. I want to come back and get that! And try the other vegan options!

Stopped here after a weekend at Olympic national Park. 10/10 service, pet friendly patio, amazing…read moreservice, strong drinks. Will be making the trip back from Seattle specifically for this spot.

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.

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.

For those that like fresh roasted coffee and well roasted coffee this is the place for you. In all…read moreof Kitsap this roaster stands above the rest. Small batch and roasted well never burnt. This location specifically is my favorite. (They have 1 downtown Poulsbo and another opening in Silverdale) It's the OG and everything about it whispers cozy coffee shop. A perfect place for a quiet date or a place to do some office work or meet with a friend. Even the outdoor seating is cozy. It's not a huge place so it's kind of forced into being cozy but they have used the space well. Even have a drive through. Though fair warning as this is the best coffee around that drive through line leaks onto the main rd and you may be better off just going inside. They also have such unique specials for espresso based drinks. I have never been led wrong by their flavor combos. The also sell single origin ethiopa coffee and canned cold brew, 2 things I am always on the hunt for.

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!

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.

Located in a really great spot overlooking the marina. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and…read moreattentive. They were our favorite part of our meal. My husband loved his bacon French toast. I had a bacon and egg skillet. It was just ok. Unfortunately it was a little overdone.

It is our first time trying Thai food, and man, it was so good! It's been 3 hours since my husband…read moreand I left, and we're still talking about it. Every single entrée we ordered is something we would order again. Lychee martini was great and we also had their Thai tea, which was a hit. Not to mention the staff were very friendly and attentive. We will definitely have to go back to try more menu items!

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.

We are from Texas and have been traveling northern Washington for 10 days. We received the best…read moreservice on our trip here at the loft. our waitress name is Blessing. She is absolutely amazing and tended to our needs. We have a large family and she made it easy even with us spilling a drink to begin the meal. The gilled Salmon was excellent and the kids menu for perfect for us. 10/10!

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.

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.

I had a phenomenal club sandwich from here today, it was massive and delicious super flavorful. I…read morewish the meats and toppings were more evenly distributed, it was hard to eat with such a tall center and left the end pieces of bread with no meat or veg just cheese. There was a looooot of mustard, and the foil wrapping was not too glamorous, two small pieces used to wrap a very large sandwich. Overall would eat again, this was brought to me so I haven't seen the place- but my bf loves the staff and goes here often!