The good: tasty, fresh oysters reasonably priced. Good local beer and house wine. Friendly service, nice ambiance. The bad: too few servers, pricey then they tack on another 5% service charge in very small print. Cocktails served in minuscule glasses! Happy Hour menu too limited. Why is there a $7 charge for bread? Would go back for Happy Hour because of the oysters. read more

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Started off good. The restaurant is beautiful inside. Great decor. The waitress/ owner Kali is very kind and inviting. Our drinks were delish. Everything was awesome... except for the food. The burger was over seasoned - too much salt and pepper. The grilled octopus had too many potatoes and not enough octopus. The sauce was way too strong and over powered the taste of the octopus. One the place got busy, it took forever to get our bill. They need more help from their wait staff. Maybe it was a bad day... we'll give them another try, read more

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We stopped by for the happy hour oysters. It was awesome. We will be back. Very friendly service too.

To be honest I stopped in here because I heard that had $2 oysters on the happy hour menu. Came Friday at 5:30 and they were "out" for the day. That's fine. I had previously checked out the simple yet complicated menu if that's possible, and had been wanting to try the happy hour fried chicken. SO I stuck it out and something came out of the kitchen that smelled wonderful, that was the potatoes fondue. Fantastic! Great service! I prefer my food to be local and it did not disappoint. I've seen some people complain about the prices. $25 for the 1/2 local chicken prepared to perfection is not a bad deal and it all fed 3 people. Service was great. If you have questions bout the menu just ask. It's artwork tonight they should be busier. The music was interesting for Anacortes. That may be a turn off for some over 45ish. I don't mind it. I will be back for the oysters. read more

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Gorgeous dining room, gorgeous food and darling hostess/owner. I am delighted on every level for Anacortes to have this terrific new option for a date night. Happy hour from 2-5(?) that works! Pork ribs fall off the bone, crab pasta is delicious and delicate. read more

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Really looking forward to the opening of this new restaurant. The dining room is very long and narrow, intimate setting with the kitchen full visible on one side. The reception when we arrived by Cami was pleasant and friendly. The waitress appeared quickly and we asked for the focaccia bread to start. The bread was very soft almost cake like in density with a hint of salt. The honey butter was whipped and very light in flavor. It was good. They don't have their liquor license yet and offered complimentary wine. Very nice touch. Our waitress had to be new to waiting tables and needs some training. We ordered our meals the Oysters and sunchoke soup (be very aware of sunchokes) for my husband. The soup was creamy and had great flavor but was barely warm. It should be hot. The oysters were delicious; the mignonette was too bright with red wine vinegar, too much vinegar, needed to be toned way down. We got the oysters and then nothing else came. We had to ask the other waiter for more wine and to get our waitress or owner to see where the rest of order was. I'm not sure if she ever put it in. They then brought a second order of oysters, oops. We told them we already those. We needed the soup and my order of the Albacore. The balance came shortly after. Still unsure what happened. My albacore was ok. The radish on top was a lot for such a delicate fish. It had too much Kosho and was a bit fishy, not too bad but enough that I didn't finish my dish. I'm sure they will work through some kinks in service and delivery, it was opening weekend. Make a note when you tip that your bill includes a 20% gratuity already added. There are so many great restaurants in Anacortes Tide & Taste will have to increase their menu and fix their service to compete. It is a pricey menu so be prepared. read more

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Complete and well balanced menu, expert cooking, fair pricing, friendly staff. The unpretentious room is sparkling clean. The recipes are original and the ingredient combinations work great. Forget " fine dining," go for fine cooking! read more

Stopped in for a drink and snack with my husband on our trip. The oysters were so good with their vinaigrette sauce. The old fashions had rhubarb which was so unique and very tasty. Loved their take on a pisco sour. I highly recommend trying this place. The folks working in there were so nice too. read more

The food was innovative and well presented . Service was great. The music was horrifying. Quite loud rap playing out on the street for our out door table. Multiple songs with the F word and N word over and over. We asked the owner about it, she said if people complain my husband 'the chef' just turns it up louder!!! She said, they're aiming for the 40 year old age group because everyone in Anacortes is retired. Well I'm 40, it was embarrassing and disgusting. I would never bring my children or parents to such a place. They really need to be able to read their crowd. read more

10/10 food and service from Kami!! Highly recommend the beet salad, focaccia bread (with delicious orange zest butter!), oysters, cod croquettes, and the albacore dip and homemade chips! Can't wait to come back for another tasty meal. Anacortes is lucky to have Tide & Taste. Simple, fresh, and elevated indeed. read more

Fabulous new restaurant with a wonderful dining experience. Our family had an amazing evening. We ordered dishes to share and each one was exquisite - the most amazing focaccia bread with butter flavored with orange zest; albacore dip with house made potato chips, red prawn ceviche, outstanding beet salad, savory cod croquettes with a zesty sauce, and more. Our server Kami was exceptional - warm, personable and charming. We are so happy to have found this wonderful restaurant and will be back! read more

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We started our dinner with a lovely fresh baked focaccia bread and very nice beet salad. However, the music was vulgar, loud and pounding rap music which was spoiling our experience. We asked our waitress, who was great, if she could pick a more appropriate dinner music and she explained that she was not allowed to change the channel, I asked for a manager. Kimi the owner, came over and I requested the same with her, she said the music was intentional and geared to 30-40 ppl. I said for her to look around, as everyone there were much, much older than the 30-40 demographic. Kimi then stated to us "if we did not like the music we didn't have to come back". We promptly paid our tab and left to another local restaurant to finish our dinner. So, Kimi...we won't be back, and we'll be sure to spread the word. read more

I'm a superfan. Tide and Taste is a lovely addition to the neighborhood. Fried chicken is a HIT. Really delicious!!! And they have great fries. Their dinner menu is divine and very thoughtful. I went for the soft opening and it was really good - from the bread to the dessert...yum! Loved each course. The cod croquettes, the gnocchi, the soup! Yum. Their drinks for happy hour are fun and delicious and innovative. Oh and bread for the burger is homemade. Music vibe is legit. Nick and Kami are warm and welcoming. read more

We had the best experience at Tide and Taste. The food was delicious, and beautifully prepared. We started with the oysters, the best we have had in the longest time. I enjoyed the pappardelle Dungeness crab pasta, it was creamy but very light and delicious. My husband had the striploin steak with tempora squash rings. What an amazing and creative combo. The staff were attentive and the ambiance was great. Loved the music too. T&T is a welcome addition to the food scene in Anacortes. read more

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Went for dinner two weeks ago. We were hopeful and a little excited. It's a cool historic building, but not a lot of ambience. It took a while for us to decide what to order, we asked the server a couple times to describe different dishes because the menu is limited in the descriptions. The server told us to not expect large portions. I had a beet salad that was on the small side, but looked exquisite . Not too many beets, but it was pretty tasty. We ordered the Manila clams and one of the entrées, papardelle with Dungeness crab. Unfortunately, both were quite bland. The pasta itself was nice -appearance, texture. The tastiest part of the meal were the pork belly chunks that were with the clams. We joked with ourselves, wondering if we had Covid and lost our taste or that we just don't have a refined pallet. A slice of their olive oil cake was nice. read more

Everything was delicious. We ordered the Octopus and the gnocchi. The vibe of the restaurant was very nice too. read more

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Not good at all. Save your money and go someplace else. Service was horrible. Soup was barely warm. Charged twice for the oysters. So many other good choices in town. The owner should stick with bagels. read more

Do not recommend. Overpriced and uninspired, none of the dishes were seasoned or flavored correctly, and rookie mistakes with service. Not a welcome addition to town - it just feels very novice and they don't quite know what they're doing but still charging premium prices. Go to Tasha's or A-town instead. read more

Great place for a date night! We ordered one of everything and enjoyed every bite. Standouts for our table were the cod croquettes, albacore, sunchoke soup (that was nice and hot), both pastas were amazing , cod and steak. Our waiter was attentive and kept our glasses full. I'm so happy to have an upscale restaurant in town! read more

Had the cod croquettes during their soft open, and they were really good! The batter was really light but moist. Overall just the perfect bite. Come support a local business! read more

Tide & Taste was incredible! We were able to attend the soft opening with a tasting menu and it did not disappoint! Nick the chef definitely knows his way around a kitchen, each dish was flavorful and well thought out! The vibes and ambiance is just right for what they are serving - upscale and cool while being relaxed and cozy! The service was great, especially for it being their first night! Only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is so that I can update this review when we go for the full menu! Can't wait to return and see how the menu changes on a rotating schedule! read more

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They admit and refuse to pay their servers a living wage. They the add a fee to your bill to make up for the poor wages. (Written on their menu) If you can't support your own employees, I won't support your restaurant. read more

Don't listen to the low star reviews. This place is great! One of the best places in Anacortes and will be a regular spot for us. Top notch food, cocktails, service and atmosphere. A very exciting new offering for this town that was much needed! Can't wait to come back. read more

Best fried chicken ever! We started off the meal with the focaccia and it was incredible. I loved the fried chicken and my husband enjoyed the filet mignon. Finished off the meal with the goat cheese tartlet. Everything was delicious. Fresh and inspiring. Service was wonderful and we enjoyed the contemporary atmosphere. I'm looking forward to visiting again. read more

Anacortes needed a restaurant like this! Their food is impeccable, the service is unmatched, and the vibe of the entire establishment is next level I highly recommend you try tide and taste you will not be disappointed! read more

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We wandered into Tide & Taste late on a Sunday. Everything we ordered was delicious. You do pay for the dishes you get. We ordered Fresh oysters in the half-shell to start. "Bread & Butter" is a boring title for fresh foccicia with warmed whipped butter. We shared a Crab Mac which was not heavy on cheese allowing the crab to pop out. We finished off with the Heirloom Tomatoes and Roasted Beets. My next farmers market shopping will be inspired by that dish. Others mentioned poor service. We had a lovely server who came just often enough. read more

T&T is Anacortes' newest hidden gem, where an innovative young chef brings bold, fresh flavors to life with creativity and flair. From the pillowy focaccia & honey butter to the melt-in-your-mouth strip-loin, this meal will linger in your dreams. Add in a staff that's warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate, and you've got a dining experience that's second to none. Cannot wait to go back! read more

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I'm not sure what the less than 5-star reviews are about. As a six-time cookbook author and food blogger, I have high standards for both flavor and presentation--and Tide & Taste surpassed them in every way. The quality and creativity of their dishes deliver gourmet flavors at exceptional value. From the warm ambiance to the attentive service, every detail impressed me. And their happy hour? Absolutely unmissable. My husband, a lifelong fisherman, couldn't get enough of the oysters. This restaurant is a true gem in the Anacortes dining scene. If you haven't been yet, you're seriously missing out! read more

Fine dining at last in Anacortes. A place for the real foodies! Whether you're traveling or live here, this amazing establishment checks all the boxes. Plating, service, cocktails, food that makes you want to come back for more, farm to table.... The list goes on and on. The attention to detail is unparalleled, for example they make pasta with flour from Skagit. Who else in this area is reaching this deep to wow you at the table and proudly show they are part of your community? If you were on the fence now is the time to jump! read more

My hubby and I visited Tide and Taste for the first time on Valentine's Day. Our dinner selections were excellent (Dungeness crab w/pasta and ricotta gnocchi) and our server was friendly and attentive. We left with a goodie bag of Valentine's Day cookies, and will definitely be back soon! read more

One of the best meals I have had in years. Everything cooked to perfection, presented artistically, and served with care and enthusiasm. Restaurant is more about taste and presentation and less about portion size. This is a must visit if you are in Anacortes. If you enjoy new tastes and quality food you will be very happy here. read more

Tried Tide and Taste for first time this evening with my husband and was absolutely blown away with both service and flavor. Not normally a fan of fish, but loved the delicious cod croquettes and even more so enjoyed the Ricotta Gnochi dish. Friendly service, calm atmosphere and a delicious meal made for a great date night. Excited to make this our new go to date night spot! read more