The San Juan Islands Restaurants

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  • 1. Bakery San Juan

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    The fabulous aroma lets you know you're in for a treat at this popular island bakery, which makes fresh bread, cakes and pastries, sandwiches, and pizza.

    775 Mullis St., Washington, 98250, USA
    360-378–5810

    Known For

    • Wild-yeasted baked goods
    • Fresh sandwiches and pizza
    • Nice place for morning coffee
  • 2. Brown Bear Baking

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    You might make it a point to get to this wildly popular village bakery by late morning—come midafternoon, many of the best treats are sold out. Delectables here include flaky almond-coated bear paw pastries, rich croque monsieur sandwiches, hubcap-size "Sasquatch" cookies, Tuscan olive bread, and moist blueberry muffins. Dine on the garden patio on sunny days.

    29 N. Beach Rd., Orcas Island, Washington, 98245, USA
    360-855–7456

    Known For

    • Almond-coated bear paw
    • French pastries
    • Alfresco dining on the patio
  • 3. Ernie's Aviation Cafe

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    Ask a local for the best lunch recommendation in town, and you may be surprised by the answer—plenty of folks will send you to this casual diner at the airport, where you can watch planes take off while you eat. You'll find a few Asian-fusion dishes on the menu, including Korean-style bulgogi (grilled marinated beef) and hearty noodle bowls, plus diner classics like hefty cheeseburgers, breakfast sandwiches, and flaky popovers.

    744 Airport Circle Dr., Washington, 98250, USA
    360-378–6605

    Known For

    • Popovers at breakfast
    • Several Korean-inspired dishes
    • Watching airplanes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Thurs.
  • 4. Holly B's Bakery

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    Tucked into a small, cabinlike strip of businesses set back from the water, this cozy, wood-paneled bakery has been a source of delicious fresh ham-and-Gruyère croissants, marionberry scones, slices of pizza, and other savory and sweet treats since 1977. Sunny summer mornings bring diners out onto the patio, where kids play and parents relax.

    211 Lopez Rd., Washington, 98261, USA
    360-468–2133

    Known For

    • Ginormous, decadent cinnamon rolls
    • Pizza by the slice
    • Scones flavored with seasonal fruit

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Dec.–Mar. No dinner
  • 5. Isabel's Espresso

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    A favorite of Lopez locals, Isabel's sources its coffee from fair trade suppliers and its creamy dairy from the mainland's small Fresh Breeze Organic Dairy Farm. Housed in a charming rustic building in Lopez's tiny "downtown," the café also serves light fare like pastries and sandwiches.

    308 Lopez Rd., Washington, 90261, USA
    360-468–4114

    Known For

    • Good coffee
    • Fresh regional dairy
    • Outdoor seating with views
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  • 6. Olga Rising

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    A charming small café with bountiful planters of flowers and artsy touches like a gorgeous forest-scene stained glass window, the relatively new Olga Rising has become a neighborhood fixture quickly. (Note: Despite the name, it's in Eastbound, not the tiny hamlet of Olga.)

    172 N. Beach Rd., Orcas Island, Washington, 98245, USA
    360-376–3035

    Known For

    • House-made baked goods
    • Friendly service
    • Tasty coffee
  • 7. San Juan Island Brewing

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    The island's local brewery, just a few short blocks from the ferry landing, has a nice selection of suds brewed on-site, along with standard brew-pub fare (pretzels, cheese curds, chicken wings) and surprisingly good individual pizzas.

    410 A St., Washington, 98250, USA
    360-378–2017

    Known For

    • Craft beer made on-site
    • Fast service
    • Light eats and pizza

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
  • 8. The Bean Cafe

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    This friendly coffee shop has a ferry cam so you can keep track of your ride back to the mainland while enjoying espresso drinks, baked goods, and a selection of breakfast and lunch items.

    150 B 1st Street, Washington, 98250, USA
    360-370–5858

    Known For

    • Voted best latte on the island
    • Handmade caramels
    • Wine and beer options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun.
  • 9. The Market Chef

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    Only 50 yards from the ferry holding area (though that includes a lot of stairs), this pleasant little café and specialty grocery store makes fantastic sandwiches (try the roast-beef-and-rocket, which is served on a house-baked roll with spicy chili aioli). The soups and deli items—including a decadent macaroni and cheese—are also top-notch. Beer, wine, juices, and espresso are served as well. It's a great place to wait for your ferry to depart.

    225 A St., Washington, 98250, USA
    360-378–4546

    Known For

    • Strong coffee
    • Picnic and to-go lunches
    • Gourmet locally made goods

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sat.–Mon. No dinner
  • 10. Vita's Wildly Delicious

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    At this gourmet market and wine shop (open primarily during the daytime but until 8 pm on Friday), the proprietors create a daily-changing assortment of prepared foods and some made-to-order items, such as Reuben panini sandwiches. Other favorites include Dungeness crab cakes, hearty meat loaf, lobster mac-and-cheese, and an assortment of tempting desserts. You order at the counter and can then enjoy your meal either to go or on the colorful garden patio.

    77 Village Rd., Washington, 98261, USA
    360-468–4268

    Known For

    • Dungeness crab cakes
    • Pretty garden-dining area
    • Gourmet picnic supplies

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and late fall–late spring. No dinner

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