A one room establishment tucked away in a backyard on Prune Alley. First, it's a bar with many house made ingredients and an interesting selection of booze. Second, it's a small plate place with a number of "boards", each built around a theme and all of which feature bread, pickled vegetables, cheese and chocolate. Nothing is hot but the combinations and the items on the boards are well chosen and nicely presented. You're not going to gorge here but you will have excellent drinks, interesting noshes and lively conversations with your fellow patrons. read more

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Creative cocktails, amazing service, beautiful patio--stellar experience in dreamy Orcas! read more

The Barnacle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

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Ahh! The aesthetic here is dreamy!! Adorable, cozy, dimly light bar making delicious craft cocktails. Was perfect for a pre dinner drink before our reservations. read more

Probably the best place for cocktails on Orcas. Very nice atmosphere and I enjoy the music that they play there. It's a very small place with pretty limited indoor and outdoor seating, so I would definitely recommend a reservation. Their cheese board was enjoyable, but could have been more balanced imo. I would love to see more options for snacks to have alongside drinks. Love their shrubs! Be sure to ask about that. read more

We took the ferry into Orca's island and arrived late. Every restaurant and bar were either closed or soon to be closing. We quickly drove over to the The Barnacle and asked if kitchen was still open. It appeared to be closed but host informed us she would be willing to make us anything. On top of that, the bartender and host were very personable and the food/drinks were perfect! The Barnacle made the start to our mini vacation a million times better!! Thank you!! read more

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T a k e m y m o n e y .. this place is amazing. Cocktails are inspired. Food is fantastic and just so. The seating are is small, but I'd consider that at asset because it means if you get a seat you won't be crowded or have many people around you. Very relaxed and professional staff. Loved it all around. Went twice in two days. 10/10. Somewhat pricy, but worth it. read more

We stopped and got take-out on the way to our rental after a long day of driving. The wait for our order was a little bit. But holy cow it was so worth it! I ordered the mushroom tart. The side salad was delicious as well, right down to the pickled onions. The flavors were balanced perfect. When on Orcas Island again I'll be back. I have to try all the stuffs! read more

This place is so cute- it's a little bar with amazing drinks ( order the Paloma if you like grapefruit) and different charcuterie platters ( smoked one is awesome! ) , our waitress/bartender was Tiffany! Her service was excellent as well as drinks made with fresh squeezed juice ( omg to die for!!) - if your looking for a place to cool off during a hot day or just relax and unwind before dinner I recommend this spot! For us we finished hiking and wanted to grab a lite snack and drinks before more activities. 5 stars this place we will be coming back to for sure read more

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Very fun drink menu. The drinks are eye catching. Cute small venu with some beautiful art around. Cool place to check out if you're looking for a drink before dinner. read more

This is definitely my favorite restaurant on Orcas Island. My bf and I order two cocktails and two boards: Both cocktails were amazing, although the apple one didn't have much apple taste in it, and the salmon board and hummus board were both so tasty. I think there were a few too many crackers in comparison to the rest of the items on the boards, but they were also good on their own. Our waitress was super nice. We sat in the corner so we didn't get much interaction with the bartender, but he seemed super friendly and made good conversation with the people who were at the bar. He also picked the music which added to the great vibe and our memorable trip! read more

Lovely garden speakeasy style bar. Tiffany and Amanda provided excellent service and craft INCREDIBLE cocktails - we will be back! read more

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They will take your money as long as you sit down and shut up. Try not to be too BLACK or it's a problem. I've been going to this place since it first opened and never had an issue. The new bartenders seem to always find a reason to call you an asshole even after engaging with you throughout the evening. I spent almost $200 just to be insulted and assaulted at the end of the evening. Shame on you barnacle read more

Pleasant and inventive cocktails in a small, cozy establishment central to Eastsound. Pleasant service from a skilled bartender -- strong recommend if you are looking for something stiff. read more

This place is super cute and cozy. We went here for a pre-dinner drink before heading over to Hogstone's. The drinks were inspired and crafted with care. I read that they make their own bitters and shrubs and they had all the infusions displayed behind the bar. The four of us each had one drink and I wish we had time to try a couple more but time was not on our side since we had a reservation to get to. I tried the sarsaparilla Manhattan which was satisfying but did not have enough sarsaparilla flavor. My parents ordered gin and tonics and said their drinks were very refreshing. I would love to come back sometime and try the food and more of their fun cocktail creations. Cheers! read more

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The Barnacle is a cute quaint little bar. The service is absolutely amazing! There was a table ready for us and we were greeted right away. There are outdoor heaters for the cold days and nights. It's a really great place to hang out. I came from the Puget Sound and I will definitely plan on going there again. Not only are the drinks and food good, but it's also the people that make this place so great. You definitely won't be sorry for choosing The Barnacle. It's also cool that they went touchless and you can pull up your menu using your cellphone. They also change their menu every few months, so there will always be something new and interesting to try. You won't get your regular bar food here. They serve unique small meals that will leave your palate happy. They are also kid-friendly. There are even a couple of special drinks on the menu that the owners kids chose. So whether you are there with your friends or your family, everyone is welcome. So if you're ever on Orcas Island, make sure that you go to The Barnacle! read more

This, my friends, is authenticity defined. The "craft cocktail" and "mixologist's dream" are defined at this fine establishment. Couple the extremely well made cocktails with superior and welcoming customer service and you get 5 STARS! On Orcas you must stop in and meet Christian and just let him know what sorts of flavors you like. The rest is delicious magic served in a cocktail glass! Craft cocktails take care, love...and TIME to create, so don't go there expecting the best cocktail you've ever had inside of 5 minutes! read more

Second night at the Barnacle during our 4 days here. Now declared best spot on Orcas Island. Don't waste your time with any of the major restaurants. All a waste. Love this place. Best spot on Orcas. Great drinks by owner / bartender. Excellent artisanal boards that just burst with flavors! Btw, love the ambiance and custom drinks. read more

The barnacle captures a bit of the oddity of Orcas. Delicious cocktails in a small, funky shed with seating outside in the summer.

Amazing experience. The place is quaint, the bartender knows his stuff and the tapas were perfectly paired. I would eat here over and over again! Dont let the building fool you, this place had it all. I will be back for sure. read more

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Delicious cocktails, tasty snacks, friendly staff, and cute outside seating area! Perfect spot to stop in for a drink while exploring the island. read more

The Barnacle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

The bartender is very kind and inviting. He gave excellent drink recommendations. The music was also amazing. read more

The Barnacle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

Cozy spot tucked behind my favorite shop (Tres Fabu). Just a few tables, with locals in sight, reduces the tourist effect. My apple pie cocktail was a great night cap. Chats with the bartender about hikes on west and east coasts made our visit even more enjoyable. read more

We stopped by one night for a cocktail and a delicious Smoke on the Island board. The bartender was really busy, but totally personable. Two of our three drinks were great--they make a mean margarita--and the food was delicious--smoked salmon, a smoked and pickled egg, crackers, pickled veggies, and just enough dark chocolate to soothe the palate. We'll be back, and you should go too! read more

Between our visit in 2018 and last week's trip I have quit alcohol, and I have to say the folks at the Barnacle were totally cool with that and made me something called a Red Tommy (never heard of it before, but it was delicious). It was nice to go to a bar with all my drinking companions and not have club soda be the only option for a teetotaler. Thanks, Barnacle! read more

Amazing staff and equally amazing cocktails. The place is small, quaint and an amazing collection of spirits. Look forward to revisiting the bar! read more

Amazing cocktails and surprisingly filling plates for noshing! The ambiance cant be beat and the service was wonderful. They thoughtfully and carefully accommodated for our food allergies. This place is such a treat. read more

We had beers/cider at The Barnacle two nights in a row. The atmosphere is perfect for a date night. The place is known for its creative cocktails but we were in the mood for beer/cider. They have a nice beer selection. This was our favorite spot in Eastsound read more

This place is really cool. It is quite small but just so cool. We snuck in for the last two seats at the small bar and enjoyed a couple drinks before heading out to dinner. The cocktail list is creative and delicious. They also had some great beers on tap as well. The cheese boards are excellent and prepared right in front of you. This is a great place to stop in and have a drink before dinner. I hope to go again the next time I am on the island! read more

Stumbled upon the Barnacle after a recommendation from the waitress at the Lower Tavern. She said they had inventive cocktails...and she was right! I stuck with a Washington State Viognier blend, but my congested, coughing husband had a brandy and fresh ginger juice cocktail served up in a cute, antique-y looking coupe glass. The combo sounded awful, but it tasted great! Cleared him right up... We went again two nights later and had the drink special (grapefruit juice and blood orange vodka?) and the apple pie moonshine (yum!) cocktail. The décor is fabulous. I felt like I was sitting in a boat...loved the rope lights and nautical knick-knacks. This place would not be out of place in Sausalito or San Francisco...franchise perhaps? Way to go Barnacle for bringing inventive cocktails and a bit of fun to the island! read more

How many perfect places are there in the world? I have no idea, but this bar on a winter night with all the windows steamed up is definitely one of them. read more

This is a first rate charcuterie and bar. It's very small only seats about 20. The interior is first rate classy clean the owner bartender very nice and great service. We ordered two boards one cheeses one meat both we're very good and high quality. I my opinion if you in westsound it worth a trip. read more

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Visiting from CA & went w/ my brother and sister who live on orcas. I immediately liked the ambiance with the beautiful driftwood bar. Some very interesting cocktails. I loved the Vesper...they tried others. Music in the background. Had a fun time! read more

The Barnacle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

Hand crafted drinks in a warm cozy cute setting!! Definitely worth the visit for the intriguing drinks that top anything I've ever had. Price is a tad higher then normal but it cost vs quality and you get what you pay for! Let the bartender craft something special for you :) read more

Tiffany and the barnacle are top notch!!! Amazing atmosphere and drinks. Local spirits, shrubs, and bitters!!

I saw five stars and thought, this can't be right. The place looked cute enough and it served my needs of liquor + food. I ordered a Manhattan that was literally eye opening, I gasped audibly and made my companion taste it, which had the same results. Next came the Providers Board of meat, cheese, salad, crackers, and other accoutrement. They had to call the police because we MURDERED IT! To sum up, if you are on Orcas Island, go here. read more

Good food, good drinks, bad service. Received our food and drinks relatively quickly, but after that, our server was never to be seen again. We waited 45 minutes while trying to grab her attention, watching her repeatedly serve the same few tables (including new customers waiting for tables) but never come back to ours or others near us. Finally had to get up to request our tab. read more

This is such a wonderful bar, every aspect, the bartenders, the drinks, the vibe, are all great. We spent a LONG evening here and had so much fun chatting and singing with Sanjaya, while he got to know our tastes and started making us some off-menu creations. We loved this place so much and were so sad to find on our second night that it wasn't open. We can't wait to be back in Eastsound to visited Barnacle again! read more

Perfect late night spot with an excellent bar staff that creates craft cocktails spot on and creative. Very friendly and welcoming, while working their asses off to get everyone accommodated in this tiny place that rocks delicious bites and beverages. Return? yes. no doubt. read more

Amazing cute bar on Orcas! Great glassware and the owner/bartender very personable! Cocktails and cheese plate out of this world!

Really charming place and wonderful service, enjoyed my experience here and loved the cocktails!