Friday, March 2, 2018

Gordon’s on Blueberry Hille

Gordon’s on Blueberry Hill

5438 Woodard Avenue Freeland (360) 331-7515

Sat-Sun 4pm-close, Tues-Fri, 11:30-2pm, 5pm-close (closed Monday)

Gordon’s is one of the best restaurants with The Best View. We had one of our favorite experiences taking kids to a nice restaurant with a very caring and kind wait staff. Highly recommend.

Thursday, March 1, 2018

Comforts of Whidbey Winery (walking distance from Heartsease)

Comforts of Whidbey Winery (walking distance from Heartsease)

5219 View Road, Langley, WA 98260

Thursday, Friday & Monday 12pm-5pm
Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm

A family run farm and winery situated on 22 acres overlooking Port Susan Passage and the North Cascades. With the largest established vineyard on Whidbey Island, the winery specializes in estate white wines – Siegerrebe and Madeleine Angevine. A new winery and tasting room are under construction – the farm has the space and licensing to accommodate a limited number of large private events.

Rocket Taco

Rocket Taco

1594 Main Street Freeland 360-331-0760

Hours: (Closed Monday), Fri-Sat: 11:30-9pm; Sun, Tues-Thurs: 11:30-8pm.

Their tagline: “Tacos are the answer. It doesn’t matter what the question was.” Dwayne and Friend Matt agree 100%.

Blooms Winery

Blooms Winery

5603 Bayview Road, Langley, WA 98260

Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am to 7:00pm
Sunday: Noon to 6:00pm

Blooms Winery has been a winery on Whidbey Island since 2003. The winery facility is located in Freeland, and an off site tasting room is open to the public at the historic Bayview Corner just outside Langley. The Blooms Winery Tasting Room is open 7 days a week and includes small plates food service, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. The tasting room hosts live music events weekly and shows artwork for local artists. Blooms Winery also has a vacation rental one bedroom suite on the waterfront on Holmes Harbor.

Cadée Distillery

Cadée Distillery

8912 SR 525, Clinton, WA 98236

Hours
Thursday through Sunday: 11:00 to 4:00

Tasting Room: 8912 SR 525, Clinton, WA 98236
(Just up the hill from the ferry!)

Call (360) 969-5565 to schedule a private tasting.

Our passion is crafting unique, delicious and affordable spirits on the Isle of Whidbey, with a focus flavor profile focus on food pairings and sipping enjoyment in mind.  Cadée is dedicated to crafting only the purest spirits, from the highest quality ingredients available.  Colin Campbell, Crafter of Spirits, invites you to visit our tasting room to savor Intrigue Gin, Bourbon Whiskey, No. 4 Vodka, Rye Whiskey and Intrigue Gin.  All available in 750ml, 375ml and 50ml.

Spirits.  The name reflects the living art: part science, part inspiration, all pleasure.

Sláinte! Colin and the Team at Cadée

Double Bluff Brewing Co.

Double Bluff Brewing Co.

112 Anthes Avenue, Langley, WA 98260

Hours
Thursday & Friday: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 2:00pm to 8:00pm

Double Bluff Brewing Company, founded in 2015, is named after one of the most beautiful spots on Whidbey Island, Double Bluff Beach, with views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Peninsula, Seattle, Mt. Rainier and the Cascades. Our goal is to serve only the best beer to the good people of Whidbey Island (and beyond) and to make the island a destination for craft beer lovers!

Ott & Murphy Wines & Tasting Room

Ott & Murphy Wines & Tasting Room

204 First Street, Langley, WA 98260

Tasting Room Hours:
Monday - Thursday: Noon to 8:00pm
Friday & Saturday: Noon to 10:00pm
Sunday: Noon to 8:00pm

This winery’s tasting room, located on Langley’s First Street, offers the winery’s locally-made artisan wines, to pair with wonderful views of Saratoga Passage, and a warmly sophisticated atmosphere.

Taproom at Bayview Corner

Taproom at Bayview Corner

5603 Bayview Rd Langley 360-222-2643

Hours: Mon & Tue: 2pm - 10pm; Wed & Thu: 12pm - 10pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 12am; Sun: 12pm - 10pm

One of Dwayne’s favorite places to hang out with the bros after church. Kinda a gourmet taproom.

Spoiled Dog Winery

Spoiled Dog Winery

5881 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260

Hours Open:
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
We enjoy having people visit by appointment other times: 360-661-6226

Extraordinary Pinot Noir from the heart of Puget Sound. Come visit Spoiled Dog Winery and enjoy our fine wines and vineyard. You will likely be greeted by Blue and Sami, our Australian Shepherds. We’re located just 1/4 mile south of Hwy 525 on Maxwelton Road. (Craw and Maxwelton)

Whidbey Island Distillery

Whidbey Island Distillery

3466 Craw Road, Langley, WA 98260

Tasting Room Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Closed Mondays & all major holidays.

Home of the Loganberry Liqueur and other fine award-winning berry liqueurs. Whidbey Island Distillery is a family owned business run by three generations of the Heising family. We set out in 2009 to make a world class spirit right here on Washington’s own Whidbey Island, and in September 2011 we sold the first bottle of our Loganberry Liqueur.

Whidbey Island Vineyard & Winery

Whidbey Island Vineyard & Winery

5237 Langley Road, Langley, WA 98260

Summer Hours
Wednesday - Monday: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Winter Hours
Wednesday - Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm

WIW pioneered grape growing and wine making on Whidbey 28 years ago and remains the island’s leading producer. In addition to estate grown wines we produce a growing number of varietals from vineyards in eastern Washington. Our philosophy is simple – emphasize elegance, balance and the best expression of what the grape has to offer, all at an outstanding value. The winery is consistently voted in the top 5 of King5 TV’s Best of Western Washington and welcome visitors all year.

Whidbey Island Vineyard & Winery

Whidbey Island Vineyard & Winery

5237 Langley Road, Langley, WA 98260

Summer Hours
Wednesday - Monday: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Winter Hours
Wednesday - Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm

WIW pioneered grape growing and wine making on Whidbey 28 years ago and remains the island’s leading producer. In addition to estate grown wines we produce a growing number of varietals from vineyards in eastern Washington. Our philosophy is simple – emphasize elegance, balance and the best expression of what the grape has to offer, all at an outstanding value. The winery is consistently voted in the top 5 of King5 TV’s Best of Western Washington and welcome visitors all year.

Anthes Ferments

Anthes Ferments

138 Second Street Address 425-238-0762

Hours: Thurs 1- 9 pm; ​Fri & Sat 12 - 9pm; Sun & Mon 12 - 8pm

This is not an easy place to take kids, but I chose this for Mother’s Day, because I wanted a super healthy, thoughtfully prepared meal, and I’m kinda into healthy gut food.

Boutique Wine Tours

Boutique Wine Tours

South Beach Rd, Langley, WA 98260

Days Available:
Friday - Sunday or by appointment

Here at Boutique Wine Tours, we specialize in small group visits (max of 6). Let us drive you to some of Whidbey’s finest wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms. We like the intimacy of our local wine makers and want to share that experience with you. Pricing includes pick up and drop off from your South Whidbey location, tasting fees, and snacks along the way. Additional pick up locations available upon request.

Whidbey Pies and Café

Whidbey Pies and Café

765 Wonn Road Greenbank, WA 98253 360.678.1288 (20-30 minute drive, Greenbank Farm is worth it, especially if you are on your way to Coupeville)

Open Daily 11am - 5pm

You had me at your name, Whidbey Pies.

Whidbey Donuts

Whidbey Donuts
5603 Bayview Rd Langley, WA 98260 360-321-HOLE (4653)
I don’t even dare. It has excellent reviews for donuts, breakfast, and lunch.

Sprinklz

Sprinklz

109 1st St, downtown Langley 360.221.6364

Hours: 11am – 10pm

Classic ice cream shop.

Sweet Mona’s Chocolate Boutique

Sweet Mona’s Chocolate Boutique

221 2nd Street, Suite 16, downtown Langley

Open daily 10am - 5pm

Gelato, truffles, espresso, candy, more, more, MORE!

Prima Bistro

Prima Bistro

201 1/2 First Street, Langley, WA 98260

Open Daily at 11:30am to close, Happy Hour 3-6

French Inspired Northwest bistro offering a seasonal menu. Outdoor patio seating when the weather permits and live music on Thursday nights.

Portico Latin Bistro & Cantina

Portico Latin Bistro & Cantina

220 First Street, Langley 360-221-8141

Dinner Hours: Tues – Sun 11:30am – 8:30pm, weekend brunch

Really authentic menu. Considered one on the nicer restaurants in Langley, but I haven’t been yet.

Orchard Kitchen

Orchard Kitchen

5574 Bayview Road, Langley, WA 98260

Farmhouse dinners by reservation.
Weekend cooking classes.

“Dinner menus and class themes change each week and are inspired by our rural surroundings.” I can’t wait to try this experience, but need to ditch the kids first, I think!

Village Pizzeria

Village Pizzeria

106 1ST St, downtown Langley 360-221-3363

Mon – Th 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am – midnight

Incredibly popular, but meh, if I have to have pizza, I’d rather go to Joe’s Wood Fire.

Bay Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar Company

Bay Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar Company

113 1st Street, downtown Langley 360-221-5474

Sun-Thurs 12pm – 9pm, Fri & Sat 12pm – 10pm

Get reservations if you want to eat here!

Spyhop Public House

Spyhop Public House

317 Second Street, downtown Langley 360-221-4494

Open Mon, Wed, Fri 4pm – 9pm

Sat & Sun noon – 9am

Food is more comfort than excellent, but I like the atmosphere and friendly service.

Joe’s Wood Fired Pizza

Joe’s Wood Fired Pizza

2815 Howard Road, Ste B Langley 360-321-1819

Tues – Sat 11am – 8pm

Order ahead for easy pick up. Has more than just pizza!

The Inn at Langley


The Inn at Langley

400 First Street Langley 360-221-3033 Must have reservations

Hours: Dinner is served at 7pm. Open Fri-Sun, and Thursdays during summer.

Classic “If you have to ask, you can’t afford it.” Supposed to be the best and most exclusive inn and restaurant on the island, and I hope to try it one day!

Pickles Deli ♥

Pickles Deli

11042 SR 525, Clinton (Kens Korner Shopping Plaza) 360-341-3940

Open Mon- Sat, 9am-7pm

Order the Smokey Beast and live happily ever after. Best lunch, period. Call to preorder.

Wifire Coffee Bar

Wifire Coffee Bar

1651 Main Street, Freeland 360-321- WIFI (9434)

Open Mon-Sat, 7am-4pm

Outside patio and indoor fireplace, connected (on many levels!) to Whidbey Telecom.

Sundance Bakery

Sundance Bakery

630 2nd Street, downtown Langley (360) 932-6519
Open generally 6 or 8pm, closes at 4pm, except 2pm on Sundays.

Whole grain goodness, with gluten-free options.

Useless Bay Coffee Company

Useless Bay Coffee Company

121 Second Street, downtown Langley
Open daily 7:30am to 4:30pm

Coffee, breakfast, lunch, outdoor seating, live music on occasion. Can’t go wrong.

The Braeburn .

The Braeburn

197 D. 2nd St. downtown Langley 360-221-3211

Wednesday – Monday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Really excellent brunch options—it has earned its popularity.

Mukilteo Coffee Roasters

Mukilteo Coffee Roasters

5331 Crawford Road, Langley 360.321.5262 (About a 10 minute drive.)

Cafe Hours: 8AM to 4PM, Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday & Monday.

Tied for 2nd—fun and quirky interior seating options, excellent baked goods, and good menu. More family friendly than Flower House.

Flower House Café at Bayview Nursery

Flower House Café at Bayview Nursery

2780 Marshview Avenue Langley (360) 321-6789 (About a 12 minute drive)

Open daily: 8am - 4pm

Tied for 2nd place—lovely location, foodie, healthy offerings.

South Whidbey Commons

South Whidbey Commons (Our first choice for close and casual)

124 Second Street, downtown Langley 360 221-2414

Open Daily 8am - 5pm

Our #1 favorite—Legos & games in the back for rainy days, nonprofit supports local job training.

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