Brown Lantern is a classic tavern and ale house. They have a large bar, dining tables in the bar area and a separate family section that is less "lively." Features a full bar with cocktails and a great beer selection. Ambiance is fantastic, with dark wood and interesting lighting and decorations. I'll be honest - it smells like dirty bar from time to time, so I'd say cleaning could be improved. The menu has something for everyone. Their burgers are awesome, the tater tots are creative and delicious. I tried the steak tacos the recently and they were very tasty, although the tortillas were slightly over toasted, resulting in a bit more crunch than you'd expect. Service is usually good. The bartenders handle table service, so you could end up with more than one person waiting on you rather than having a dedicated server. This can result in slower service times when it's busy, but that's the nature of the beast. read more

Is there any service or were we just being ignored? ‍ Walked in, waited around for a bit while the staff did their thing. There are no signs that said "please wait to be seated" or "seat yourself" either, but after waiting a bit we thought we'd seat ourselves and the service would come to us. That never happened, so this feels like we were being ignored. It's unfortunate though, because it seemed like a chill place to grab some food. But this isn't how you run a business because after waiting around for 15 mins we left. Probably won't be stopping by again. read more

Meh. Service was great. I really liked our waitress. She and other staff was on top of everything and super friendly. My husband had the prawns. Meh. I had the Thai salad. I know it's January. I asked if everything was fresh. She said yes. But I suspect it had been on a long truck haul from wherever veggies come from in the winter. I expected chopped greens, julienne carrots and cucumber bits. I got huge carrot sticks and sliced cucumbers over baby leaf lettuce. Meh. It's a sports bar. It would be a nice local pub if the food was a step or two better. read more

Great food very personable crew family friendly bar one side is for family and kids other side is for 21 and over stay open until midnight most of the other restaurants close at 9pm they also have breakfast A must place to visit read more

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I absolutely love the outside seating during the sunny days. I just pop in order what I want to drink. And sit outside on the bench. It's a little calmer on a Monday morning. But that just makes it a little more peaceful and enjoyable. read more

We stopped here for lunch on a Sunday when visiting our kids. The place was quiet. Its got a worn in feeling. Cozy, worn booths, old wooden tables. Service was a little slow, but our server was happy and easy to talk to. We ordered drinks from an mixed drink, hot cocoa, hot cider, and sodas. All delicious. The soup of the day was a beef stew that come highly recommended. One of the kids ordered a bowl and ate every drop. She said it was really good. One kid got the pulled pork sandwich which was messy but delicious. She had to take off some of the pork as it was loaded! The burgers were also messy but delicious. Fries were plentiful and crispy. No one had complaints! read more

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Taking the Guemes Island ferry for the first time and gave BLA a try. The service was impressively fast. I sat immediately and had the Pepper Melt. I loved the creamy horseradish on the side. The sandwich kicked my ass and Al's I had to stop short. But everything was prepared fresh and hot. I'll be back next time I'm in Anacortes! read more

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The Brown, as we locals (and semi-locals) like to call it, is an Anacortes stalwart. Craving a beer, a cocktail, a nice dinner, some good appies, and/or a juicy burger? They've got you covered. I've been coming to the Brown for, like, decades now. It's a great spot to meet up with friends, enjoy a cold one, and eat some yummy food. They even used to have a shuffleboard table, which they got rid of several years ago to make room for more tables. I still miss that shuffleboard to this day, and secretly hope that, someday, I'll walk into the Brown and there it will be. My favorite here is their corn 'n crab chowder, which is offered in a cup or a bowl. Trust me, you'll want to get the bowl. They also make a mean quesadilla, and a generous (and healthy) hummus plate if I'm feeling like lighter fare. Seriously, though, I've never had a bad meal here, and there is something for every mood. Service is quick and friendly, especially if you sit on the "bar" side (which is 21+). The restaurant side is slightly slower, but still not bad. I believe they also offer brunch here now, but I haven't had a chance to check it out yet. Someday! read more

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Super disappointed tonight same as last time. Usually a great place to go. Out of Jim Beam again and offered the replacement which was not the same or even in the same ballpark. Then ordered the Wednesday night gumbo special, and was completely different than the multiple times we have had it in the past. Different cook, certainly. Too thick, too much rice and no broth. It was spicy and had several shrimp, but missed the actual mark of gumbo. Service was very slow too. 4 tables around us asked when their food was coming. Incredibly different than ever before. Plus bar was not even that busy. Need to look at kitchen and cooks, need some help to get back to what they were. Same space same feel, ambient noise average, just not that busy. Should and could be better. read more

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Food was okay. Service was good. Prices are way off for a place that smells like it was built over a septic treatment plant. $53 for 2 people without tip eating bar food. Wow. read more

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We were here during the summer and sat outside on July 4th for the parade. The food was decent diner, but the staff were friendly. Unfortunately, most of the town was there and it took quite awhile to get our food. They have the BEST hot sauce selection which is rare. I think this place would be great for a drink during a non-holiday time read more

I wanted to like this place and was looking forward to some seafood in Anacortes, but my fish and chips were so oily... the fries were good and my partner really liked the grilled cheese and chowder. The service was very friendly and quick, which you can always love. The inside was dark and bustly! read more

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Stopped in after some whale watching in the area. The food was pretty darn good. Parking was a little challenging. Cool little spot though. Service was little slower than I would have thought but that's ok. I was enjoying my company out. read more

Love the relaxed atmosphere. Very cozy and friendly. Prices are expected due to the times. The food is good, but used to be better. Needs some upgrades. read more

The service here is pretty amazing. I feel like it's been a while since I thought to myself dang this service is great! Food was super good. Cobb salad and tai chicken was 5 stars! Love the vibes in here as well. read more

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This is a pretty cool spot. Darts, live music, open mic, and an excellent beer garden. I've seen dogs in the beer garden so I think they are dog friendly or there anyway. They can get pretty busy and service can be a bit slow from time to time but the bartenders are great and make up for any wait. The food menu is pretty darn good. Great burgers and amazing breakfast! read more

Onion Double Cheeseburger with bacon from the Brown Lantern in Anacortes. Burger: Rings: Sauce: er The Bastard lives for burgers like this!!!Rings were awesome, ring sauce was incredible! I tasted garlic and honey, not sure of other ingredients. AMAZING! read more

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The service was great!! I had a roast beef pepper melt which itself was actually the best dip sandwich I've ever tasted. I had some sort of amber beer and was really good. So go and see for yourself read more

Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere and live music for Sunday brunch. The 1/2 Nachos are reasonably priced and so yummy. read more

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Let's see ... first off Im not sure why the place smelled like there was a septic issue but ok we love the place so excused it. Beer choices good, wine now served in a smaller glass, sadly not the usual happy pour. Hot wings not hot thermally not hot by hot sauce, flappy, undercooked, raw in the middle Side veg soaked in water spreading all over the plate ... gross read more

Been here alone. Don't think I'll be back. Asked for jim beam, was offered Jameson.....horrible service and the gumbo was bad. Won't be back. read more

We were looking for someplace to eat and stumbled across this place. They have a nice variety of menu options. We also had three employees check with us before we even had food. I had The Remmy which sounded really good... And it was. The Remmy sauce was a perfect amount of spiciness. The burger did have some redness in one spot but it was a thick burger so no big deal. We also had the fish tacos and BLT, both were very good. The only shortcoming was despite the attention prior to our food,no one checked in after that. Luckily there were not any issues. We will be back. read more

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We had lunch here last week. The food was great but the service was fantastic. It was a nice day so we sat outside. I had a chicken sandwich that was a little spicy, which I very much enjoyed. Others had a Ruben and Prime Rib which they said were great. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Went to this place twice while we visited as it was that good! The service was friendly and attentive. Good vibe of this restaurant/bar with tons of cool sports memorabilia. The nachos with pulled pork were delicious! And dont sleep on the tots with pulled pork and a spicy cheese sauce. Delish and decadent pub fare. Great beer selection and full bar. read more

My companion said this was a must stop for their chili and the menu does say it is award winning. It was 9am and I wasn't feeling like chili so opted for the small brunch menu (full menu available). I got the half order of biscuits and gravy which had a very flavorful gravy. Egg and meat came with it. The egg was served on top of the biscuit and gravy. I opted for a side of potato which was thickly diced and seasoned well. Eclectic decoration in the bar with sports and local items. Large two sided space. Service was good but we were the only ones there for a little while as we got there when they opened. Will have to try the chili for lunch or dinner another time. read more

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I'm k, I have been here three times now... It is a dive bar, with a menu, that has lots of spicy choices.. It is kind of a dive bar, but it has charm.. The food is good, and the staff is great. It is a casual place to pop in for a snack and a drink.. They have a patio out back, where I saw people smoking, if you have a free moment, this would be a place to pop into read more

They advertise breakfast now served so my wife and I decided to give this a try. The service was very friendly and fast but on the flip side the food was terrible. How do you make biscuits and gravy tasteless. Even adding salt, pepper and hot sauce didn't help. What was worse were the eggs. They tasted like powdered eggs. Nope not worth the waste of time nor money. Doubtful we'll ever be back read more

Back for breakfast again and had a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and service was really good this morning: both the kitchen and the server were on it! Notes from my previous review still hold re: ambiance but knowing that going in, it wasn't a problem. Can't wait to get back! read more

I want to say that we have visited your restaurant at least 6 times in the last 6 months and have always had great food and friendly service. We were in Last Saturday 10th January around 4:45 pm. We sat down at one of the front tables and were never looked at or greeted. After 10 minutes we left and went across the street and had a great dinner. There were 5 of us, I just think that someone should at least acknowledge you when you walk into any restaurant with at least a welcome our will be with you shortly and then you don't mind waiting to spend 200.00 on dinner and drinks. As you know it only takes one bad experience and you can lose that valued costumer forever. We will be back, but it may take me talking my son into trying you again. Thanks for listening read more

Great stop in the heart of town as we waited for our ferry. A large cut above "pub grub"...the meals were well sourced and crafted. Family seating on one side of this long-standing tavern, with 21+ on the other. Great memorabilia on the walls! Service was very attentive. read more

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Great food, great service! Highly recommend! After a long day on motorcycles, we were pretty hungry and thought we'd give it a try.

During the AAF, they were busy, but it was poor, SLOW (over 1 hr), service & VERY very very dry chicken wings.

We come here every summer when we are here visiting family. The food is amazing. Staff is wonderful. We will keep coming back

Friendly service & great food. My out-of-town friends were treated very well. Comfortable atmosphere and a place you enjoy being.

Wow- what a fun bar! Not sure why some rated it low? The local mix well with the visiting guests- it's right on the main strip and across the street from the cute hotel! Good selection of drinks -& the bar tender was cool! Second night a bad was playing- a bit too loud to talk but great fun read more

I like the super gay vibe of this place! Especially with the little lesbian girl with the short hair and tattoos running around! Felt very inclusive. 10/10 would recommend anyone coming here who feels left out at regular bars! read more

Service was great! Food was meh! I had carne asada salad and my friend chicken enchiladas.

My wife and I ate at the Brown Lantern Alehouse after reading the reviews. It was exactly the atmosphere we were looking for. The fish and chips (cod) was delicious and the tartar sauce was best I've had. My wife had the fish tacos which were very generous portions and she said they were great. The service was great and informal, just like we like it. The ambiance is fun and homey. They have college and professional team banners hanging on the ceiling and on the walls. Being from Texas, I was surprised to see some banners for Texas teams and was especially excited to see my alma mater's banner, University of Houston! Go Coogs! We will return next time we are in Anacortes! read more

Short-staffed for peak summer. This place is popular and totally unprepared for the later-than-anticipated, peak-summer rush. Came by with a friend on a Sunday evening at 7pm and was informed that we would need to wait 20 minutes before ordering food because the kitchen was backed up. After 40 minutes wait - and 2 rounds of drinks- we were finally able to place our orders (2 Greek salads). We would have ordered fish and chips or other pub food, but we're worried we would never eat if we had to wait for cook time! The salads were great, but took about 30 more minutes to arrive. All that said, the bartenders and kitchen staff are phenomenal and deserve medals of bravery for taking on the summer crowd while under-resourced! read more

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Wow, what an amazing find. Had an amazing ferry res but had to wait until the paint store opened to pick up a delivery for San Juan Island. Found this place open at 7am, had a great breakfast and bloody mary. Bar tender that Saturday morning was awesome, went through his collection of hot sauces to allow us to customize our drink and breakfast spice level, we like it spicey! Thank you for a great start to our weekend!!! read more