Buck Bay Shellfish Farm

Bistro at Buck Bay, Orcas Island.(aka Buck Bay Shellfish Farm) Had a great dinner at the Bistro at Buck Bay on Orcas Island. This unassuming local favorite sits right at the water’s edge on a hill. You place your order and then sit outside in one of two large, covered areas and they bring your order out to you. We enjoyed a cross sample of their menu including Buck Bay Steamer Clams, Salmon Fish N’ Chips, House Green Salad, Pork BBQ ribs and Shrimp Alfredo. The clams were succulent in a great white wine broth, the salmon was a surprise knock-out cooked to perfection, the salad crisp and perfect, the ribs were tender and nicely smoked, and the shrimp Alfredo was good.

The BEST place for dinner. Super casual and un-assuming with a fantastic view and amazing food! We even went back the following night. The halibut and oysters plus BBQ options gave us all plenty to choose from. Seeing my 13yo daughter ask to go back for more Halibut…priceless. Great service and staff!! Also loved how they recycled and separated all the waste and table scraps! Definitely go!

Absolute gem of a place to eat at. Lovely fresh menu, reasonable prices, lots of outdoor seating and covered options, beautiful water view. Shellfish brought in just steps away. Staff was very friendly too. We had steamer clams, taco trio and the halibut sandwich. All were delicious. Much better than the overpriced places on Eastsound.

By far one of the best places to eat on the islands. Before you go make sure you check to see if they are open. All outdoor seating, no cell service! Seafood, bbq and you can grab food to go! Worth the drive and stop

Wow! Unbelievably good shellfish. You cannot miss the oysters — raw on the half shell or grilled are both excellent choices. The steamer clams are also incredibly tasty. All the shellfish is just amazing. The pieces are huge and meaty and cooked to perfection, beautifully juicy and never overcooked.

We’ve been enjoying Buck Bay for five seasons now, and it’s been a rollercoaster! When we first discovered their fish-n-chips, they were the best we ever had, truly life-changing. However, the following summer, with a change in chefs, the quality plummeted. Thankfully the original deliciousness returned the next year and lasted for two more years. This season, we were excited to revisit, expecting those amazing fish and chips again, but unfortunately they were a disappointment. For $32, the version served was just not up to par. The fish filets were long and narrow, the color was off, and the breading lacked the crispy texture we once loved. It seemed overcooked, the fish was tough, and perhaps the oil was old? We remember how silky, flaky, and fresh it used to be with that light, crispy tempura batter. Take us back! To make matters worse, we hyped them up as the best fish and chips ever to our out-of-town guests and were embarrassed when the meal turned out to be mediocre at best. We mentioned it to the staff but they basically shrugged it off and moved on. Would have been nice to offer something to try to improve our experience when we spent $200 on lunch. But nope. They claimed recipe is the same. (No way, just look at the photos!) Consistency seems to be lacking here season to season, and we really hope they bring back the quality we cherished in the past because Buck Bay is a really cool spot with great food, if you happen to catch them when they’re on their game.

We absolutely loved coming to Buck Bay on our honeymoon. The clam linguini, shrimp cocktail, oysters, and crab mac & cheese were to die for! We even went back for extra oysters and shrimp cocktail. This is a wonderful spot to get some sun, take in the views and enjoy the freshest seafood available. We cannot wait to come back and visit with y’all again! Keep up the great work, y’all!

Outstanding fish (and fresh oysters per others in our group) in a beautiful rural bay. Only outdoor seating: Picnic tables under a tent or willow tree, a couple drinks on tap and mixed drinks. Super friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere. The owner was so kind and came out to say hello well after closing to make sure our families were comfortable. Great place for kids. You can't miss this spot, but as a result, it can get busy at summer dinner time.

A colleague I met shared she lives in the San Juan Islands. When I told her I was visiting, she recommended we eat at Buck's Bay Shellfish Farm. We're happy we dined here while we staying on Orcas Island! This is truly a watering hole. The restaurant gets busy with hungry visiting and local diners. They're family friendly and dog friendly! There's a couple spots on their property--one being their fish market and deli the other being the place to order food! Seating is first come first serve at their communal tables and all outdoors. The workers work hard and do their best juggling lots of hungry customers. Everyone who helped us was kind and sweet! They have a variety of foods to please all tastebuds. Along with seafood they have BBQ, kid friendly options, and specials. For dinner I had the Spicy Halibut Sandwich but grilled instead of fried. The fish was delicious and everything was fresh and filling. My family enjoyed their chowder and oysters. We also shared a Strawberry Rhubarb Pie which was a slice of heaven--sweet, tangy, and divine! I can see why this is a popular place! If you find yourself on Orcas Island, Buck Bay Shellfish Farm is a must visit! Great seafood and a great ambiance. They have their own gravel lot you can park at and it's easy to find off EJ Young Road since it's a popular spot!

We didn't see any signs for this place that's kind of hidden FYI, but google maps led us here... Cashier had an attitude and was not welcoming or friendly like she was to others, and it felt like people were staring at us like we didn't belong there - perhaps because we were the few non-White customers there. Fresh oysters were worth the trip though (6 for $18), the fish tacos were just OK, not great, definitely overpriced at $22 for 2 small tacos. Bloody Mary was good. There's a deli section, BBQ section & the bistro - lots of tables, only outdoors, so not the best on a cold / windy day.

We were super excited to try Buck Bay on our visit to Orcas Island! We enjoyed it and ended up going twice! The first meal we got oysters, clams, spotted prawn, a whole crab, clam chowder, and the brisket. The seafood all tasted fresh. Our favorite was 100% the clams. Everything else was still pretty good, but we wished the crab was served warm instead of cold and the spotted prawns weren't as good as some other spots we tried recently. The brisket was definitely our least favorite - it was way too dry. The sides were decent though! The next day we went back and got the clams again, as well as the grilled oysters, shrimp linguini, and halibut fish and chips. The clams were probably our favorite again! The fries in the fish and chips were really good and the fish was decent but not the best fish and chips I've had. The linguini wasn't seasoned enough but after adding some salt and pepper it was pretty tasty - it was a special and they used local goat cheese in it! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're on Orcas Island! There's a decent amount of parking and seating!

First, I have to say if you're gonna come to this place you better come feel like you wanna have fun. Because everybody was happy and we don't want anybody to join us that isn't happy. The place was filled inside and out, and the air was thick with laughter. Families, children, adult adults, teenagers they all came and showed their appreciation for fine food. Yes I said fine food. When everything that's cooked has all the flavors that you were looking for offer takes it to cut above you succeeded. Definitely worth a stop and I would say sometimes they have live music I think and also Bayside seating so be prepared to enjoy dressing layers.

A delightful experience for an afternoon lunch! Overlooking the Buck Bay, they have a BBQ station to order up as well as a tiny seafood market with fresh crab, smoked cod etc. The line formed where the seafood is at! My buddy and I ordered the halibut fish & chips, halibut chowders, (6) half shell of fresh oysters and (3) grilled oysters. The halibut fish & chips was delicious! The breading was crisp and the fish meat was pure white -- we were amazed! It was $32 for only 2 pieces which I thought could be at least 3 piece but it is halibut and it's been an expensive fish...so a bit highly priced. The oysters were superb but my favorite was the grilled oysters! We've never had anything like it so if you visit and you like oysters, try these! We would've loved if it was 4-6 of these and restaurants usually do an odd number for food...never understood it. But we'd definitely get these again! The halibut chowder -- hands down, you've got to try this as well! It's not creamy chowder like the usual clam chowder. It was in a light herb broth with tomatoes and potatoes! And good cubes of the halibut in there. My my, that was *chefs kiss*. I'd say this and the grilled oysters are their signature items. They also have other items as well! We also got CBD drinks here LOL (to drink later) and they have beers too (IPA's) and ciders available for purchase. Staff is so nice! They will call your name with your order. They have a lot of benches to sit outside and enjoy your meal :)

Dozen oyster appetizer, clam chowder & salmon kale salad. Everything tasted fresh, probably made more so by dining al fresco with a great view. Get here early cuz it does get crowded & they can run out of the day's catch/special.

I love the food it's really good and the service is fast and the ambiance is super fun

If you are on Orcas Island, this place is a MUST! We came twice while here for a week in June. And I'm already craving it again! All their food is great, but I finally tried The Island Roll and was blown away! This is one of the most delicious things I've ever tasted! And the roll was as delicious as the filling! My mouth is drooling just thinking about it. Oh, and their strawberry rhubarb pie is amazing!!!! This place is super popular, so don't be surprised if there's a line. The line goes fast though! The view, the outdoor seating, and being so close to the bay does not disappoint! Bring a blanket if it's windy. It's a very casual and kiddo and pet friendly atmosphere too. Can't wait to come back!

Prices are robbery. It's a tourist trap for sure. I got the salad looking at someone else's salad and the quantity was huge but when we got ours it looked like there was literally just a handful of lettuce... and I paid $8 for that?! Oysters were not bad and for the oysters price was reasonable. However, the steamed clams were like $25+ and definitely not the best clams I've had... very mediocre and underwhelming. A little too heavy on the seasoning and really spicy for some reason that I couldn't even taste the flavor of the clams. The garlic bread (though super teeny tiny small) was very good and nice crunch. Would I come back? Only if I was in the area and probably only for the oysters because everything else will break the bank.

We came on a Saturday just before 3pm and it was fairly busy. The ordering process was easy and quick. They have three ordering stations: bistro, shuck your own shellfish, and deli and market with cold raw fish. We ordered from the bistro, which consists of cooked food. We ordered fried oysters, steamed clams, clam linguine, kale caesar and the chowder. Food was great and staff was friendly. Everything was highly salted. I don't usually mind, but about halfway through the clams, it became overpowering and I could have done without it. I'd love to try the halibut and chips next, everyone said it's great!

Excellent fish and chips cooked to perfection. You get to eat outside under the trees on picnic tables and enjoy the beauty of nature. Great fun for families and couples. Also does a great takeout business.

Wonderful food in a beautiful setting. I wasn't a huge fan of the raspberry vinaigrette for oysters but all in all - a great experience.

We've been eating here for years, as Buck Bay has the best crab and halibut on Orcas (or elsewhere for that matter) bar none. Well, we just tried a pound of the brisket they're now offering, and it is outstanding! Growing up in Texas, I know a thing or two about brisket and theirs is legit! Great flavor, excellent texture, cooked just right, and their sauce accompanies the beef perfectly in that is not too sweet and not to sharp. One thing to consider: the lines can be long at times, so don't be in a hurry. Grab drinks and enjoy the locale.

Absolutely delicious. Everything was insanely fresh! We thoroughly enjoyed everything. Our least favorite item was the Mac and cheese and the only complaint was that it wasn't hot enough. It came out just warm and therefore the cheese wasn't as creamy as we could have hoped but it had a great flavor still. The star of the show was the crab plate. The crab was fresh, sweet and succulent. The warm butter was not even needed but a nice treat on the side. The silent surprise for us was the raw oysters- they were super plump and on the big side so we expected them to not be as delicious. However we were extremely shocked. They were creamy, velvety and sweet. Crab cakes were meaty and delicious with fun flavors. The steamed clams were delightful as well. Perfectly steamed with lord of garlic and sauce and a nice chunk of bread to soak up the extra goodness. The halibut ceviche was beyond fresh and my only complaint was I wish there was more. Really enjoyed it with the fresh corn tortilla chips. The halibut fish and chips were seasoned to perfection. Halibut is not the oiliest fish so it was a little dry but the seasoning more than made up for it. We thoroughly enjoyed the zucchini fries too. Honestly, when we pulled up we were shocked at how busy the place was. But when we left we understood why. This is definitely a must to visit when I'm the area and we will return on our next visit. We were not disappointed at all and was our best meal on the island. Including the cider on tap!

Best fried oysters, juicy and tender, lightly breaded. *Chef's kiss* Yummy seafood roll, salmon burger, and fries. Great BBQ plates. Cool refreshing gazpacho and warm hearty chowder. This is the only restaurant we ate at on the island because it was so fresh and delicious. We enjoyed sitting under the weeping Willow and gazing out to the bay as the sun set. Staff were all friendly and had great recommendations. Go early as they do run out of popular items. I purchased all the tongue-in-cheek swag like a tourist but I truly love the place, people, and the mermaid. Happy to patronize them over and over again and refer others.

Service is amazing! The area is beautiful and peaceful! The food? Well i got about maybe 3-4 rounds of oysters. So I'd say pretty great when it comes to the fresh oysters. Highly recommend coming here !

Oh my gosh. This place is AMAZING! The oysters are insanely fresh. You sit outside, right on the water. The staff is courteous and gracious. It's a no frills kind of a place. The prices are fair. They don't over hype and over charge. If they weren't closing the next day for end of season, I would have been there EVERY SINGLE DAY. Can't wait till they open again for next season. I hope the staff enjoys their much needed break.

We heard such great things about this place, that we had to drive out of our way to sample it. It was really busy for one of the first nice June weekend days. They have lots of outdoor picnic and casual chair types of seating. Only one bathroom, so be prepared for a long line. You stand in line to place your order, and then they bring it out to you when ready. They had several gluten-free options listed on their menu, so our friends decided to share a few of them with us to try them out. We had the ceviche and chips, which unfortunately were not very good. We left them mostly untouched. The clams were delicious; the sauce they were served in was particularly tasty. My other gf buddy and I had a trio of tacos, all of which were quite tasty. His wife and the gluten loving husband of mine had fish n chips and Mac n cheese. We couldn't sample them, but they said they were cooked well, just really underseasoned. The setting is really lovely with the beautiful outdoor space and fresh seafood. Food was overall good but just a bit too bland on some of the dishes, and it was very pricey.

Very cute place with a great view of the water! It's very casual with picnic style seating outside under tents, but the atmosphere is great especially for families. Food was good, but warning they can quickly sell out of the most popular options! I will say the menu is limited as far as dietary restrictions -- if you have any seafood aversions/allergies, this will not be the place for you! There are porta potties and one indoor all-gender bathroom

Not sure what the hype is about... I guess if you're not from the PNW and haven't been to one of the many places like this, then I get it, but for my family, there wasn't anything impressive going on. Cute picnic spot, food wasn't anything special, very expensive as seafood is... service was just like a typical McDonalds... try it out if you're looking for fresh seafood and are new to this type of area. If you have access to your own seafood and views you might prefer to bbq at home :) We have a spot on hood canal where we can get oysters and class for days with a much better view for free so.... I guess I was expecting something more from this place. We had cevechi (wasn't impressed) Shrimp cocktail (nothing great) Mac and cheese Chowder All small portions... just depends on where you come from, what you're used to, and what you're looking for :)

A fantastically good hidden gem. Both things I had were superb, especially the crab mac'n'cheese which is worth it's own trip to Orcas I swear, I believe that was the best mac'n'cheese I've ever had. It had a little kick and the crab was amazing in it as well. I also had a pulled pork sandwich which was amazing. They have other BBQ there as well. Had moderate expectations going in, but this place is worth visiting absolutely.

We've been up to Orcas Island a couple times over the past few years, but only learned about Buck Bay the last time we were up here. The island is shaped like a horseshoe with most folks, staying right in the middle of that horseshoe. The shellfish farm is located over on the lower portion of the right side of the horseshoe. It ends up being a little bit of a drive, but it's totally worth it! It literally is a small farm located next to an inlet. They're serving up some great food here! We split some crab mac & cheese, some fish and chips, and some clam chowder amongst our family. The crab mac & cheese is unbelievably good! It's expensive, but this is truly a time where you are getting what you're paying for. They use some really cool noodles that are made by a company on the island, and the crab is all fresh caught. they do an amazing job of making each bite, creamy, hearty, and just plain good! The crisp on the top, coming from a broiler, I would suspect, is absolutely magical! Our son, who is quite the seafood enthusiast, dubbed the clam chowder, some of his favorite. We also found, the fish and chips to be quite lovely, as well as the steamed clams. It's hard to go wrong with seafood that is this fresh! They've got a great beer and wine selection as well. They've also got very friendly people running the place. It can definitely get busy, so it's worth getting here early and being willing to share a table with others. Food is always better with friends! this is absolutely a spot that you need to check out if you find yourself on orcas Island. As previously stated, it's a little bit of a drive, but it's totally worth it for the experience and the flavors!

When you're on Orcas Island, you've got to try the seafood here. While we came here for the ceviche, it was unfortunately unavailable by the time we got there. Instead, we ordered the Halibut Fish N' Chips ($28) and a bowl of the Chowder of the Day ($14), which on that day was the Salmon Chowder. I also tried out the Spicy Halibut Sliders ($22). You order at the counter and give your name when you order. You then seat yourself at one of their outdoor tables and wait for one of the servers to bring your food out and call your name to bring to you. There's a table to the side of the counter where there are utensils, napkins, ketchup, malt vinegar, and oyster crackers. Everything came out quickly, and they give big portions as well. The fish & chips were cooked perfectly, with a nice crunchy crust on the outside and a very soft, tender fish on the inside. It also came with some tarter sauce which I always love dipping fish in, but it really does not need to have it. You could also take a couple packets of the malt vinegar, if you want to eat it the English way. If you want the halibut in a mini burger form, then you can't go wrong with the sliders. They season the halibut a bit more and the fish is just as tender in the sliders as they were as fish n chips. The chowder came in a huge bowl, and it was enough for the 2 of us to share. They also had packets of oyster crackers that you can put in your soup for that extra crunchiness. I've never had salmon chowder before, and this one was delicious. They didn't go stingy on the salmon, and you can definitely taste it in the chowder. Every time the server passed by us with a new dish for another table, we were intrigued by they were carrying. Everything they had on their menu looked amazing! If I had stayed on the island longer I would have been coming back here everyday.

Service was fast and we ate outside. Fried oysters were delicious well seasoned, crab was great though the melted butter got cold outside. We got hungry and ordered more chowder and shoestring fries. Will definitely return

As with every other review you'll see - this is a MUST VISIT!! The oysters are delicious, but so are the other items on the menu! There are so many options to choose from so - bring a friend or two and try them all! We loved the oysters, island roll, and Mac & Cheese. We also got a Kale Caesar which was very standard but felt like it'd be important to balance our meal with some greens!

Do not miss this incredible hole in the wall! Halibut salad was divine and steamed clams were on point. Definitely go here when you're on Orcas. You won't be disappointed. Order in the middle barn and a server brings it to your table outside. Perfect setting for some amazing food.

We got there right on time around 3:30 I think. We walked straight into the store and only had to wait in line for 4 minutes. After us the line just kept on growing and growing. The fish and chips were so tasty and not like the traditional ones covered in thick layer of batter which I liked. We all agreed the salad was yummy and had plenty of dressing. It's was a little noisy but it's outdoors so it wasn't that bad. Definitely don't miss out on it if you're visiting orcas! Worth the drive. Fish and Chips Halibut Ceviche

We came to Buck Bay shellfish farm for our last lunch on the island before returning to Seattle, and it was such a delicious treat! We got there a little early, so walked around a bit and saw some oyster farmers shucking oysters right at the bay. You can't get more farm to table than that!! All the staff were super friendly and we enjoyed chatting with them while waiting for our food. Every thing we ordered was super fresh and delicious, so much so that we decided to order another steamed clams.

Pros: very fresh seafood wonderfully prepared, pretty extensive alcohol menu for the size of the place Cons: they are busy so it's a bit of a wait for food This is a must eat in the San Juan Islands! When you are in Orcas island, you must stop by this joint!

This is a special kind of place. Simple, delicious, gorgeous views. I'm not a big seafood person and the halibut fish tacos were the best I have ever had. So fresh and flavorful. My seafood loving husband had the salmon sliders and we both wished we could stay an extra day on Orcas to go back for more. A must visit in Olga. Bonus points for the beautiful view of the bay where some of the eats are harvested.

Located on Buck Bay on Orcas Island, this place has awesome ambiance. We stumbled upon this seafood centric restaurant while exploring. Ample parking. I would give it 5 stars, if they were more careful shucking oysters. I ordered a dozen and a cold beer. Most of my oysters had shell in them. Slow down for better quality. They also have fish and chips, chowders, etc that all looked delish. They're kid friendly and, more importantly, dog friendly.

What a great little place to stop while on Orcas island! The food was soooo good. The people were all very nice, and the feel of the place is just so chill. Don't miss out if you are headed this way!

Bought fresh clams today at Buck Bay Shellfish farm. Can't beat them with thick bread and a glass of wine. Excellent customer service.

This place is just about the best place on the whole island, and it does get busy, but there are plenty of tables to go around, the line moves quickly and the food came out pretty quickly. We opted for the mixed tacos, the halibut and chips and the house salad, plus a local beer on tap. Everything was delicious. All of the seafood in the tacos was perfectly cooked and complimented nicely with the various toppings. The halibut and chips were cooked perfectly and were by far the best fried halibut I've ever had. Delicious tartar sauce too. The house salad was exceptional. We were told everything the salad was grown in their own garden and it sure tasted fresh. But I also appreciated that it was more than just greens and the dressing was phenomenal. Best part was eating under the large weeping willow tree on their grounds. Staff was super friendly and helpful. There was not enough seating outside in the shade after we had ordered and a staff member helped us out by getting another table and chairs out for us. I'd come back for so much more!

This place was 1/2 mile from our place. We'd pass it daily. We thought it was a place that you stopped and went out to sea and got your food. We pulled up as they opened and noticed how busy it was and the setup was much different. It was basically a restaurant outside. You selected what you wanted. You could shuck your own oysters but that's it. I had already ate but wasn't hungry but felt like I had to get something and decided to get the smoked salmon chowder. My counterparts got other seafood, crab and oysters. They said the oysters weren't as good as east coast, not sure because I never ate one. However they had many of options to choose from.

Cute spot right next to where they harvest shellfish, delicious oysters and brisket. I was surprised how good the brisket was. Better than almost any bbq joint I've had in Wa. Great service by staff as well. My boys enjoyed looking at the live tanks that held the seafood.

This place is phenomenal! Its great to see how much the shellfish farm has turned into a restaurant. Amazing smoked salmon, raw oysters and mussels. Their ceviche is small and overpriced unfortunately. Really love this spot but prices has gone up a lot more than I anticipated. Great place in general!

Friendly staff, food was fresh and delicious with nice view! We had the crab, oysters and steamed clams! Definitely would go again. Wish they had a heater or fire-pit for the colder days. But they have blankets if needed!

We dined at the Buck Bay Shellfish Farm. The halibut salad was amazing. The dressing was so delicious. The view was perfect. We are going back tomorrow

INCREDIBLE!!!!! Halibut slider.... Whoa ... perfect. Halibut fish and chips..... the BEST I have ever had !!!!! Halibut ceviche, what a great take on a classic. Dungeness Crab cakes .... Now that's how a crab cake should be.... Absolute PERFECTION !!!!! You have to come here and experience their cuisine!!! Friendly, courteous staff. Dining is outside, with a view of the bay, the bay where the oysters are grown... it just doesn't get any fresher than this.. What an incredible dining experience... family friendly. And yes, they have beer and wine along with nonalcoholic drinks... Hop on the ferry, go on an adventure and end up at Buck Bay Shelfish !!!! It's worth the effort !!! This will be an adventure you will long for again and again !!!!! All Hail Buck Bay Shelfish !!!!!

Lovely find of a place. White Chowder broth is thin as it should be and delish. Delish, creamy oysters. Halibut tacos were substantial. Plus neat location right on Buck Bay. A great visit.

Pick your own oysters and shuck for 1/2 off! They'll give you a class if you don't know how. Pro tip take the lesson and you get a free oyster :) Don't know if it's sanctioned but we BYOB'd and sat outside. Awesome experience.

We were super excited to hear that Buck Bay recently reopened while we were on our honeymoon. We knew we definitely needed to make a stop there! We went on a week day evening, and it wasn't too busy. You order inside the barn then they bring the food out to you at your table. All seating is outside. Prices are reasonable, and the fish is very fresh! They also had a fridge inside with fresh fish and drinks. We ordered the fish and chips and the crab Mac and cheese to share. We also got a canned beer that had lavender in it to share as well. Our food came out pretty fast. We did have to go back inside to get silverware and napkins as we missed that when we ordered. The food was incredible, especially the Mac and cheese which was generously loaded with crab. After eating, we walked down to the bay and could see their set up where they farm for oysters! It was gorgeous out, and I definitely recommend this place!

Ordered steamed clams, half dozen oysters, and salad. All pretty refreshing but biggest outperformer is the steamed clams. Very good when eaten with the juice. Oysters were good but not as good as I'd thought. Either way this place is worth a stop for any ody here.

This place was lovely. Lots of spaced out outdoor seating, friendly servers, a view of the water - everything you want for an island stop. My spouse and I each had a mason jar of wine (8 ounce pours makes it a very good value!) and I had six oysters - which were fresh and flavorful and incredibly enjoyable. We didn't eat a full meal here because there were no vegetarian options for my spouse - totally understandable given that it is a shellfish farm, but I think it is also a missed business opportunity to not have something on the menu so those of us who love shellfish can bring our non shellfish eating spouses there without too much complaining. :) Dog friendly, but please note that there are dogs that I assume live on the farm running free (and chickens too) so if your dog has a hard time with that, be alerted.

Beautiful setting and good oysters. Crab Mac was soupy and flavorless. Overall, there are better options.

So so good. Fresh and heavenly to say the least. Come here as many times as possible while you're on Orcas. We live in the PNW so we are used to fresh seafood, but this took it to another level. We ordered the seafood platter for my partners birthday and it was incredible. A must-visit in Orcas.

Can you ever have a "favorite" place on a small island? Well, I do. Let me start with part of the "why". It''s so fun that you get to drive through Moran State Park and get to see all the activities going on at Cascade Lake ( paddle boarding, swimming, Lopez island ice cream...the list goes on!) and arrive at an authentic Shellfish Farm with absolutely the BEST Fish and Chips I've ever had!! Unfortunately, it's a Seasonal place but come try them when they reopen next Spring!

This is a special place. A "true original" of the San Juan Islands. Delicious food and wine sourced locally. A "must" when visiting Orcas Island.