Location: Anacortes
Top Restaurants in Anacortes
Where to Eat in Anacortes: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Anacortes /ˌænəˈkɔːrtəs/ is a city in Skagit County, Washington, United States. The name "Anacortes" is an adaptation of the name of Anne Curtis Bowman, who was the wife of early Fidalgo Island settler Amos Bowman. Anacortes' population was 15,778 at the time of the 2010 census. It is one of two principal cities of and included in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Things to do in Anacortes
1. GERE-a-DELI
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 424 reviews
Reviewed By Debi S - SanFrancisco
Possibly one of the best deli’s I’ve ever been to. My family lives in Anacortes so they knew the best place to go to. We were very hungry, so we out-of-towners ordered whole sandwiches. Most everyone ordered a half sandwich. We had half sandwiches left for the next day or a snack later on that day!! They are Huge and so delicious. We had shrimp sandwich’s with sourdough bread, avocado etc. Yum!!
Supremo super yum! Brownies rocked, Beyond homemade! Sandwiches, salads, desserts everything here is absolutely amazing. And everybody else knows about it too so you will have a bit of a line. It moves very fast but you need the time to decide what you will order. On the main street through Anacortes is where they’re located. I can only imagine how great breakfast is, you must go there it is fabulous! We will be back!
Caveman Al sent us ❣️
2. Dad's Diner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
Reviewed By Thomas K - Yanchep, Western Australia, Australia
We were met by Gabriel, a very friendly down to earth dude. Very friendly and polite. I don’t remember the dark haired chick’s name, but her attitude could light up a room!
THE FOOD - Excellent! We had hash made with pastrami. The homemade hot sauces were divine and quality was awesome. I was wanting espresso, but the only coffee was drip. I reluctantly had some and OMG, it was great! I had several cups. The next norming, we stopped for coffee on our way out of town and it was given on the house.
Overall good karma and great food!
3. A'Town Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Eat well, drink well!
Reviewed By chumsockeyesalmon - A small town in Northwest Washington
Some nicer foods like scotch egg, truffle fries, and French onion soup. I ate lunch there and they had some small plates along with larger dishes. As it is higher quality food and service you do pay more.
4. 5th Street Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Joyce9732 - Anacortes, Washington
I recommended this restaurant to friends from Gig Harbor and California. From the cocktails that didn't arrive until the dinners, the water being poured by one of our guests, the cold "hot" entrees, to the hour wait before any food arrived at all, this was a total disaster.
We had made a reservation in the 5th Street Bistro for eight. Instead, we were seated in the main dining room, which was quite cold. We were sitting for almost 30 minutes before anything but the drink orders were taken. A large group was preparing to leave, one other table was occupied, although another table of two left before ordering. Perhaps they saw the writing on the wall!
After the orders finally arrived, approximately an hour and a quarter after our arrival, one of the party said she felt like she was eating warmed up pasta. Another remarked, at least yours is a little warm! French fries were undercooked, three salads arrived almost 15 minutes before the other five, three people never received water, until one of our guest poured for all of us, including the table next to us!
I went out to the lobby to ask for service twice, and finally we were assigned two wait staff. Later, a manager had the gall to ask if everything was all right!
The only thing they did to try to amend the situation was give us all complimentary desserts. Sadly, this did not remove the bad taste in all our mouths, and I would never go back!
5. Calico Cupboard Cafe & Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 375 reviews
Reviewed By Jeffrey M - Chilliwack, Canada
Whether you want breakfast, lunch, dessert or just a coffee, you will be happy. Loads of choices of comfort food. As you first walk in, you smell the freshly baked goods.
6. Adrift Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 601 reviews
Adrift is a friendly, casual, locavore eatery with a creative and diverse menu. We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and we source much of our meats, seafood, and produce from local farmers. We have an extensive seafood menu featuring local clams, mussels, scallops, oysters, crab, smoked trout, salmon, halibut, and catfish. Our Skagit Burgers are locally famous, they are made with local grass fed beef, brioche bun, pickled red onions, and toasted garlic aioli. Drift in and join us for a great meal. Follow us on Facebook for specials and announcements!
Reviewed By Betsy J C
I’ve gone to Adrift for years and always love it! My favorite are the tacos with pulled pork. Downtown Anacortes is pleasant to stroll around.
7. Greek Islands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By skatecreekrd - Seattle, Washington
If you like Greek food or want to sample it this is a low to moderate cost option. Compared to a Greek restaurant in Greece it falls short. Might be ok for Americans but would probably not survive in Athens.The restaurant is small and stuffed with tables and can become crowded. It's located on the main street and gets traffic noise if it's warm outside and the door is kept open. Service is good and the menu varied. Two dinners and a glass of wine is $50. On my next visit to Anacortes we'll probably try another restaurant. This one just isn't the type you keep going back to.
8. Anthony's at Cap Sante Marina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 586 reviews
Anthony's at Cap Sante Marina offers seating for 212 guests; two large view decks seat another 100. Features of the new restaurant include an exhibition kitchen, private dining room for 32, and a covered patio with an outdoor fireplace. Located near Rose Point, Anthony's at Cap Sante Marina offers guests an impressive view of the marina and boating activities year round.
Reviewed By Rettey - Victoria, Canada
We started with the Oysters and then each had an entree with some Washington State wine. I often have the seafood pasta. Kat, our server is always wonderful and shares our passion for wine! I will go back to this restaurant any time I am in town. The bar is fun and they have a cool outdoor space for nice days in spring and summer. It never fails to be consistently wonderful!
9. The Brown Lantern Ale House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By chumsockeyesalmon - A small town in Northwest Washington
Good bar to have lunch in or watch the Hawks game. Families are welcome on one side of it. Full bar - they even have their own registered cocktail.
10. Rockfish Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 469 reviews
Reviewed By valdree - Warrington, United Kingdom
we went for a evening meal - I had Chowder soup, and hubby had chilli soup, he then had a reubens - which looked great, and good to eat. I had Fish and salad ( on diet ), with coleslaw. had iced water to drink very good food and plenty to eat for reasonable price.
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