Anacortes has a wide range of eateries for every palate!
For a town of just over 16,000 folks we are fortunate to have almost a trip around the world when it comes to local restaurants.
Here are some of the choices:
Bob's Chowder Bar and BBQTheir menu features items such as
- New England Style Clam Chowder,
- Grilled Wild salmon,
- Fish and Chips
- and my personal favorite, Fish Tacos
3320 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221
Open Monday - Sunday, 11am - until the tide changes
2219 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, 11am till 6pm. Visit their facebook page to see some of their daily specials, such as .... "
"Today's special..... Dad's pastrami melt. Our homemade coffee rubbed pastrami sliced thin and steamed with jarlsberg Swiss nested in two pieces of griddled local French bread and topped with spicy mustard and honey horseradish coleslaw. Served with a side of meaty beans.."
Dad's is famous for their yummy:
- Dad's Pastrami Burger!
- Green Chile Cheddar Burger!
- Classic Habanero Pork Tacos!
- Gorgonzola & Habanero Smoked Chicken Sandwich!
I could go on but you get the picture. Go there, you will not be disappointed!
913 6th St, Anacortes. Open every day
"Need a little breakfast with your creamy handcrafted espresso? Enjoy fresh baked quiche of the day, sausage gravy, or fresh buttermilk biscuits on our bakery."
My favorite goodie is their carrot cake but I am biased. Equally good is their berry pasrties, tiramisu to die for and some of the best coffee in town. The owner is a very accomplished baker and is reknowned for her cake decorating for all occasions.
Gere-a-Deli502 Commercial Ave. Monday-Saturday 7AM-5PM, Sunday 11-3 August Only
The Gere-a-Deli has been feeding Anacortes since 1981. Located in historic downtown Anacortes, the deli has remained a family owned and operated business. Come early for lunch as you may find yourself in a line out the door. Yes, it is that popular.
The popular menu items are:
- Meatloaf - the best in town
- Liverwurst
- Chicken Salad Sandwich
- Egg Salad Sandwich
- Tuna Salad Sandwich
- Turkey Chest Delight
- Italian Sub
- Shrimpie - loaded with shrimp
- The Deli Club- can't go past this one
- The Crusty Croatian (My personal favorite- a real heart stopper) Salami, Proscuitto, Provolone with Creamy Italian Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato & Onion served on a toasted Ciabatta Roll.
The San Juan Lanes Bowl. 2821 Commercial Ave. Anacortes
Voted Best Fish & Chips in Anacortes 16 years in a row.
Yes, it is our famous Bowling Alley. It is also famous for it's Fish and Chips amongst other taste tempting menu items. We go there for their 4 egg omeletes for breakfast, plus the best biscuits in town.
You also have the added attraction of being able to sit at a booth and watch the bowlers and, if the mood strikes, maybe have a game yourself.
A very popular eatery with the locals as well as the, In the know, visitors. Give it a try when you are next in town.
Hope you have enjoyed the Culinary Tour of Anacortes, Stay tuned for the next installment and Bon Appetit!
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