If food and drink are your cornerstones of a great trip and you're not afraid to indulge, this guide is for you! Here are my favorite foodie spots on Whidbey Island. 🦪
Orchard Kitchen - Whidbey Island
DINNER
If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind island experience, Orchard Kitchen is it. Enjoy an incredibly intentional and decadent 8-course meal formulated from ingredients grown right on the farm and surrounding local region.
It's community-style seating, encouraging conversation with those around you as you experience the ~3-hour meal.
See MoreOystercatcher
LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, OR DINNER
Located in Downtown Coupeville, Oystercatcher is a scratch kitchen with a VIEW!
The menu features highly seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. I love the elevated menu and the attention to detail in the glassware & place settings. They don’t miss a thing in creating a lovely atmosphere!
This patio on a sunny day is Whidbey Island perfection. ☀️
See MoreVail Wine Shop & Tasting Room
WINE TASTING
Penn Cove 🤝🏻 Wine Tasting
Overlooking Penn Cove in Downtown Coupeville, you’ll find Vail Wine Shop & Tasting Room. A wine bar featuring a diverse selection of Washington varieties. If you’re not a wine lover, there is craft beer on tap!
You can find small bites and charcuterie boards for purchase, making it a lovely place to spend an afternoon. Cozy up inside or take in the fresh air on the patio. 🌞
See MoreThe Restaurant at Captain Whidbey
HAPPY HOUR OR DINNER
Captain Whidbey is charm in a restaurant. It’s cozy & quaint with a romantic old-world feel. Established in 1907, CW has been a gathering place for locals and visitors to the island. Menu is sourced with local ingredients are rotates seasonally. Its water views and warm interior makes for a great date night spot.
See MoreThe Roost
LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, DINNER, OR SUNDAY BRUNCH
Goldie’s & The Roost is a pizza-forward restaurant serving elevated apps, craft beers, cocktails, and wine alongside.
Goldie’s (downstairs) is your casual dining area, while The Roost (upstairs) is a 21+ bar offering the full menu with curated wine and cocktails.
See MoreSkein & Tipple
COCKTAIL BAR
Skein & Tipple is a yarn store by day and a speakeasy by night 👀
The bar features a refined list of craft cocktails and mocktails, along with a small bites menu (charcuterie). I love their seasonal cocktail offerings and their use of local liquors! Enjoy knit/crochet night every Tuesday and live music Wednesday through Saturday.
See MoreGreenbank Pantry & Deli
LUNCH OR DINNER
Greenbank Pantry & Deli on the surface is a deli + small grocery store. It can be unassuming due to its roadside location, but don’t let it fool you. There is a deli operation in the back that packs a PUNCH!
On the menu, you’ll find Traditional & Italian favorites curated with local ingredients from farms around the island. The semolina rolls, rye bread, and country bread are baked daily in-house. Any sandwich can be made into a salad if you prefer. 🌱
See MoreLittle Red Hen Bakery
BREAKFAST OR SNACK
Little Red Hen Bakery’s storefront is located in Downtown Coupeville. 🥖
What started as a humble bread operation out of Dutch ovens, has now expanded into a storefront and supplier of baked goods to restaurants & retailers around Whidbey Island.
At the storefront, you can find your familiar bread favorites as well as innovative flavors. On the pastry side, you’ll find scones, croissants, danishes, and more.
See MoreChef in the Black Bandana – Italian Market & Café
LUNCH OR DINNER
Chances are you know this team from their delicious street food at pop-ups all over the island. Now, you can enjoy their Italian cuisine consistently by visiting their storefront in Downtown Oak Harbor. 🇮🇹
Dine in and choose from a variety of sandwiches and pasta options, or take your meal home by purchasing fresh pasta and homemade sauces (the sauces are IN. SANE.)
Gluten-free peeps, get excited! You’re not left out of the offerings. Chef prepares gluten-free bread and pasta from scratch 🤌🏻
See MoreLangley Kitchen
BREAKFAST OR LUNCH
Langley Kitchen might be one of the very few places open at 8AM on the island. I LOVE that as a person who likes to squeeze the most out of my day.
It’s a great stop if you’re coming off the Clinton ferry and need a bite. The entire menu is phenomenal and features a rotating selection of daily dishes. 🥖
See MorePrima Bistro
LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, OR DINNER
Prima Bistro is a French-inspired northwest bistro located in Downtown Langley. It’s unapologetic in its inspiration, so you can expect rich and decadent dishes. 🧈
For those with strict dietary restrictions, I highly recommend looking at the menu ahead of time to ensure it’s right for you.
I’ve always loved the energy of Prima. It’s lively and approachable, but the team takes making great food seriously.
See MoreFlower House Cafe
BREAKFAST OR LUNCH
Bayview Garden is a d r e a m. In the nursery, you can find seasonal varieties as well as house plants. The fun continues inside the storefront, filled with home goods and seasonal gifts.
Attached to the nursery is Flower House Cafe (yep, coffee AND plants 🥰). The menu features innovative and seasonal takes on breakfast, lunch, and pastries. What I love most is that friends with dietary restrictions aren’t left behind! You’ll find dishes or pastries that work for you.
See MoreWhidbey Island Bagel Factory
BREAKFAST OR LUNCH
Bagel lovers, this is your chance to savor an authentic New York-style bagel! Choose from a variety of bagels and spreads, perfect for breakfast or lunch. 🥯
See MoreDancing Fish Vineyards
WINE TASTING
Dancing Fish Vineyards is a family-owned vineyard located in Freeland. It’s a négociant style vineyard featuring wines from a diversity of Washington AVAs. 🍷
What I love most about this vineyard (other than the wine selection 😉) is the stunning grounds! Enjoy a glass of wine as you play bocce ball, walk the rolling hills, or admire the vines.
See MoreOtt & Hunter Wines
WINE TASTING
Wine at Ott & Hunter is supplied by the vineyard in Clinton utilizing traditional French and artisan techniques. Grapes are sourced from the estate along with vineyards around Washington. Many partnerships are certified organic and sustainable. (love!)
At the tasting room, you’ll enjoy water views overlooking the Cascades, Puget Sound, and Camano Island. Wine tasting is complimentary with a bottle or can be purchased separately for $20. Reservations can be made in advance for your party, call to secure. 🍷
See MoreHierophant Meadery
MEADERY
Known as the first alcoholic drink consumed by mankind, Hierophant Meadery creates refreshing mead using water, Eastern Washington honey, and botanicals. You can enjoy it by the glass or sample 8 varieties through a tasting. Bottles are also available for purchase! 🐝
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