Whidey Island Top Ten Restaurants
We get it. Each of us has our own idea of what makes a restaurant a favorite.
No matter what it is that makes you want to return again and again, we think these Whidbey Island Top Ten Restaurants all have something special to offer.
Ranging in price from modest to fairly expensive, and from very casual to a bit more dress up
(though never stuffy.... this IS Whidbey!) their are many great places to choose from.
Water views? Yes! Fresh mussels? Yes! Southern BBQ? Yes!
We hope you'll find the Whidbey Island restaurant that tempts your palate, then satisfies your senses.
We get it. Each of us has our own idea of what makes a restaurant a favorite.
No matter what it is that makes you want to return again and again, we think these Whidbey Island Top Ten Restaurants all have something special to offer.
Ranging in price from modest to fairly expensive, and from very casual to a bit more dress up (though never stuffy.... this IS Whidbey!) their are many great places to choose from.
Water views? Yes! Fresh mussels? Yes! Southern BBQ? Yes! Wood fired pizza? Yes!
We hope you'll find the Whidbey Island restaurant that tempts your palate, then satisfies your senses.
Front Street Grill
Front Street Grill offers a beautiful dining room and full bar with awe inspiring views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker. Pair the beautiful setting with a carefully crafted and exquisitely executed menu that provides a classic American Grill experience plus authentic Pacific Northwest fare, and you have the recipe for a perfect Whidbey island dining experience.
- Price Range: $10 to $30
- Cuisines: American Grill, Pacific Northwest Fare
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Front Street Grill
Front Street Grill offers a beautiful dining room and full bar with awe inspiring views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker. Pair the beautiful setting with a carefully crafted and exquisitely executed menu that provides a classic American Grill experience plus authentic Pacific Northwest fare, and you have the recipe for a perfect Whidbey island dining experience.
- Price Range: $10 to $30
- Cuisines: American Grill,
Pacific Northwest Fare
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Front Street Grill
Front Street Grill offers a beautiful dining room and full bar with awe inspiring views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker. Pair the beautiful setting with a carefully crafted and exquisitely executed menu that provides a classic American Grill experience plus authentic Pacific Northwest fare, and you have the recipe for a perfect Whidbey island dining experience.
- Price Range: $10 to $30
- Cuisines: American Grill,
Pacific Northwest Fare
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Toby's Tavern
Toby's is located in the scenic town of Coupeville on Whidbey Island Washington. The building is on the shore of tranquil Penn Cove, waters known for its abundant crop of Mussels. Originally a mercantile built in approximately 1890, the structure has housed many businesses. Following prohibition, it became a beer parlor and has been a Tavern/restaurant since the early sixties.
- Price Range: $4 to $17
- Cuisine: American Grill
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Osprey Fish Co
We’re Osprey Fish Co. Have you been craving local grub inspired by sticky fingers, crispy sips, delicious crumbs, and ice cream drips? So have we. We’re bringing fresh, casual, order-at-the-counter vibes with this fish fry hot spot.
A Coupeville Favorite
- Price Range: $8 to $25
- Cuisines: Seafood | Fish and chips
Osprey Fish Co
We’re Osprey Fish Co. Have you been craving local grub inspired by sticky fingers, crispy sips, delicious crumbs, and ice cream drips? So have we. We’re bringing fresh, casual, order-at-the-counter vibes with this fish fry hot spot.
A Coupeville Favorite
- Price Range: $8 to $25
- Cuisines: Seafood | Fish and chips
The BBQ Joint
Tim and Sonna Ryan have been serving up the best BBQ on Whidbey Island since 2006. Multiple winners of Best of Whidbey, they make all their own rubs, sauces, side dishes, cornbread and desserts. They hand select the best cuts of meat on the market to smoke slowly over Hickory for up to 15 hours in their Southern Pride Smokers, Big Daddy & Little Mama.
- Price Range: $8 to $25
- Cuisines: BBQ
- Bar offerings: Beer
The BBQ Joint - Oak Harbor
Tim and Sonna Ryan have been serving up the best BBQ on Whidbey Island since 2006. Multiple winners of Best of Whidbey, they make all their own rubs, sauces, side dishes, cornbread and desserts. They hand select the best cuts of meat on the market to smoke slowly over Hickory for up to 15 hours in their Southern Pride Smokers, Big Daddy & Little Mama.
- Price Range: $8 to $25
- Cuisines: BBQ
- Bar offerings: Beer
The BBQ Joint - Oak Harbor
Tim and Sonna Ryan have been serving up the best BBQ on Whidbey Island since 2006. Multiple winners of Best of Whidbey, they make all their own rubs, sauces, side dishes, cornbread and desserts. They hand select the best cuts of meat on the market to smoke slowly over Hickory for up to 15 hours in their Southern Pride Smokers, Big Daddy & Little Mama.
- Price Range: $8 to $25
- Cuisines: BBQ
- Bar offerings: Beer
Frasers Gourmet Hideaway
Inside the rightly named gourmet hideaway, guests will notice a relaxing environment where food and drinks are the focal points. Come enjoy a seasonal menu of the freshest local Northwest ingredients. Pair this with a vibrant West Coast wine, handcrafted cocktail, or a nice cold beer.
- Price Range: $10 to $50
- Cuisines: Steaks, Seafood, Lamb
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
1191 SE Dock Street, Oak Harbor, WA
(360) 279-1231
1191 SE Dock Street, Oak Harbor, WA
(360) 279-1231
Frasers Gourmet Hideaway
Inside the rightly named gourmet hideaway, guests will notice a relaxing environment where food and drinks are the focal points. Come enjoy a seasonal menu of the freshest local Northwest ingredients. Pair this with a vibrant West Coast wine, handcrafted cocktail, or a nice cold beer.
- Price Range: $10 to $50
- Cuisines: Steaks, Seafood, Lamb
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
1191 SE Dock Street, Oak Harbor, WA
(360) 279-1231
1191 SE Dock Street, Oak Harbor, WA
(360) 279-1231
Frasers Gourmet Hideaway
Inside the rightly named gourmet hideaway, guests will notice a relaxing environment where food and drinks are the focal points. Come enjoy a seasonal menu of the freshest local Northwest ingredients. Pair this with a vibrant West Coast wine, handcrafted cocktail, or a nice cold beer.
- Price Range: $10 to $50
- Cuisines: Steaks, Seafood, Lamb
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
The Mill at the Kasteel
The Mill at The Kasteel is a Mexican-American restaurant in Oak Harbor, Washington. We have been proudly serving our town since September 2020. We specialize in blending traditional foods and flavors with a Mexican influence. Our mission is to provide food that will have natural flavors and offer an exceptional dining experience. fare.
- Price Range: $10 to $30
- Cuisines: Mexican, Contemporary American
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Village Pizzeria
NYC-style pies, sandwiches & pasta in a relaxed setting featuring a seasonal patio & scenic views. You'll find flavors here you won’t find anywhere else on the island. Our menu includes an incredible variety of specialty pizzas plus the classics. We're known for our home made meatballs, pesto, focaccia, sausage, dough and our famous salad dressing!
- Price Range: $5 to $28
- Cuisines: Italian
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Village Pizzeria
NYC-style pies, sandwiches & pasta in a relaxed setting featuring a seasonal patio & scenic views. flavors here you won’t find anywhere else on the island. Our menu includes an incredible variety of speciality pizzas and the classics. We're known for our home made meatballs, pesto, focaccia, sausage, dough and our famous salad dressing!
- Price Range: $5 to $28
- Cuisines: Italian
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits
Village Pizzeria
NYC-style pies, sandwiches & pasta in a relaxed setting featuring a seasonal patio & scenic views. flavors here you won’t find anywhere else on the island. Our menu includes an incredible variety of speciality pizzas and the classics. We're known for our home made meatballs, pesto, focaccia, sausage, dough and our famous salad dressing!
- Price Range: $5 to $28
- Cuisines: Italian
- Bar: Wine, Beer, Spirits












