4 Best Restaurants in The Puget Sound Islands, Washington

This is where sophisticated foodies swoon over delectable and highly authentic Thai dishes. The ambience is scene-y (atypical for Vashon): dark with fully paneled walls in mahogany and teak—wood that owner May Chaleoy had shipped from Thailand, where it previously lived in the interior of a 150-year-old home.

This charming cafe serves up classic comfort food elevated with a creative flair and locally sourced ingredients. The all-day menu includes breakfast items like scrambles, omelets, vegetable hash, shakshuka, polenta, and stuffed French toast, and lunch favorites like their fried chicken sandwich and black bean burger. It can get busy but they have a waiting list you can add yourself to online–handy to get a head start if you're just starting the 10 minute drive from the ferry, though wandering around the Langley shops is also a nice way to spend some time until your table is ready.

An 1881 estate home overlooking Eagle Harbor was renovated to create this casual pub and restaurant at Winslow's Harbor Marina, where a complimentary boat tie-up is available for pub patrons. Local seafood—including steamed mussels, clams, and oyster chowder—plus burgers and poutine are typical fare, and there are 13 beers on tap. This is where the kayaking and pleasure-boating crowds come to dine in a relaxed, waterfront setting. When the sun shines, the harbor-front deck is the place to be.

It may be a no-frills diner, but Streamliner is a local institution on Bainbridge Island thanks to its hearty breakfasts and vegetarian options. Many travelers stop for a bite here when they hop off the ferry, though you'll see just as many locals lining up for breakfast and lunch. Waits can be long during the busy season, but you can explore the nearby shops until your table is ready.