Dinner
CREDIT // SHAN FOISY, SOUP STANDARD
Around the World and to Your Plate
As your day of exploring and taking in the beauty of the island comes to a close, there’s no better place to relax over food and drink like Backdoor Kitchen. This hidden gem really is hidden, but that makes what’s inside that much more enticing. The approach through a vacant parking lot seems off-putting until you reach the front entryway. With pleasant lighting and greenery, the gate invites you into a beautifully landscaped courtyard area perfect for an outdoor meal on a warm summer evening. Inside is a modern, well-crafted and intimate setting complete with a tucked away bar area.
For 15 years now, Lee & Sasha Hilderman have been mastering and reinventing flavors from around the world to create a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. “They travel to a new foreign destination every year and come back inspired. They cook everything fresh, with top notch ingredients,” states a former supplier.
Backdoor Kitchen’s cuisine is anything but ordinary. Adventurous? Maybe. Delicious? Definitely. With layers upon layers of flavor, you’ll find yourself trying to decipher just where in the world each comes from. If you can’t figure it out, the friendly staff or the chef’s themselves are always happy to give a bit of insight. The bar features 12 exquisite specialty cocktails, each named as they are numbered (No. 1, No. 2, etc…), as well as custom cocktails suited to fit your fancy, a small selection of beer and an elaborate wine list. Be sure to make reservations. They do get busy in the summer months...and for good reason.
All Listings
Backdoor Kitchen & Catering
400 A Street
360-378-9540
Offers a seasonal menu, locally sourced ingredients, specialty dishes with an Asian influence. Outdoor seating available.
Blue Water Bar & Grill
7 Spring Street
360-378-2245
Offers a variety of delicious sweet and savory baked goods.
Cask & Schooner Public House & Restaurant
1 Front Street North
360-378-2922
Fine dining with an À la carte gourmet menu offering local rustic cuisine.
China Pearl Restaurant / Kung Fu Pizza
51 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, WA
360-378-5254
Offers a variety Asian entrees.
Coho Restaurant
120 Nichols Street
360-378-6330
Fine dining offering island grown Pacific Cuisine with a Mediterranean flair.
Cousin Vinny's NY Pizza Cafe
365 Spring Street (Inside Paradise Lanes Bowling Alley)
360-378-8308
Pizza and other Italian cuisine.
Downriggers Restaurant
10 Front Street
360-378-2700
A landmark in downtown with views right on the water. Serves Pacific NW fare food and drinks for lunch and dinner.
Duck Soup Inn
50 Duck Soup Lane
360-378-4878
Located four miles outside of Friday Harbor, the Inn offers fine dining in a lovely setting in the woods overlooking scenic ponds.
Friday’s Crabhouse
65 Front Street North
360-378-8801
Views of the harbor with both indoor and outdoor seating. Offers a wide selection of seafood dishes.
Golden Triangle Thai Kitchen
42 1st St S
360-378-1917
Delicious Thai food in a casual setting.
Haley’s Bait Shop & Grill
175 Spring Street
360-378-4434
Sports bar and grill with great burgers and pizza. Family friendly.
Herb’s Tavern
80 1st St. N
360-378-7076
Local tavern serving pub-fare. Great selection of burgers and beer. Live music on the weekends.
Hermosa
140 1st Street Ste A
360-622-8714
Great Mexican food. Known for their Tamales.
Hungry Clam
205 A Street
360-378-3474
1950’s style diner known for their fish and chips. Indoor and outdoor seating with view of the harbor and the ferry line.
King’s Market Deli & Bakery
160 Spring Street
Deli located inside King’s Market offers pastries, donuts, espresso and coffee, a variety of salads and sandwiches and hot food bar.
Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant
680 Spring Street
360-378-6103
Located inside the Best Western Hotel just a few blocks up from the ferry terminal.
Mike’s Café and Wine Bar
135 Second Street South
425-503-9906
A street side cafe wine bar in downtown Friday Harbor serving local Northwest wines and beer with vegan tapas, style foods and appetizers.
Pier 1 Fish + Brew
1 Spring Street
360-391-8104
Great outside location next to the ferry terminal to enjoy some fish and chips and a cold drink.
Roche Harbor Restaurants
- McMillin Dining Room
- The Madrona Bar and Grill
4950 Tarte Memorial Dr
Roche Harbor, WA
360-378-5757
Menus emphasize specialties from local waters and fields. Views overlooking Roche Harbor Marina. Fine dining.
San Juan Island Brewing Company
410 A Street
360-378-2017
Local brewery with pub grub.
The Restaurant at Friday Harbor House
130 West Street
360-378-8455
Beautiful view of the harbor and fine dining emphasizing fresh local island cuisine and seasonal specialties.
Tina’s Tacos
485 Ellsworth Street
378-TACO(8226)
Wonderful authentic Mexican food with daily specials.
Tops’l Sushi and Seafood Bar
1B Front Street N.
360-370-7191
Fresh seafood and Sushi bar located above the Cask & Schooner. Has some nice views of the harbor.
Van Go’s Pizza
180 Web Street
360-378-0138
Lunch (seasonally) and Dinner (3pm-8:30pm). A local pizza place with classic and modern pizza’s to choose from, fresh salads and delicious desserts.
Vic’s Drive-In
25 2nd Street
360-378-8427
Not actually a drive-in. This is where the locals go for a good burger and fries. With huge menu from breakfast to dinner they have everything – burgers, sandwiches, fish, pancakes, shakes and more.
Vinny’s Ristorante
165 West Street
360-378-1934
Offers Pacific Northwest seafood and steak along with Italian specialties.
