The Bluff Restaurant • Bar • Terrace at Friday Harbor House is a comfortable, welcoming destination for locals and visitors alike. Islanders can wind down at the end of the day with a group of friends while hotel guests can enjoy a multi-course island dining experience. All will enjoy taking in the panoramic views of the San Juan Channel, ferry landing and marina.

Chef Aaron Rock highlights the freshest fare from local waters and farms for a menu of authentic island cuisine and seasonal specialties. The Bluff also features a wine, beer and cocktail list emphasizing value and variety with great wine by-the-glass options, and hand-selected flights.

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10 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

(10 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 10 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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scenic view(10)
fit for foodies(9)
neighborhood gem(5)

romantic(5)
special occasion(5)
notable wine list(4)

The Bluff Restaurant Reviews List

Review 1 for The Bluff Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They fully accommodated a

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"They fully accommodated a vegan-gluten free diet with a top notch meal."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view

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Review 2 for The Bluff Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a late night dinner after

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2013

2006

Dined on 03/30/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a late night dinner after a day of Island touring. The drinks were wonderful and very unique. The potato/Leek soup was like velvet and oh so good. My chicken was moist and the bread pudding with buternut squash was perfect."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 3 for The Bluff Restaurant

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Chef Kyle Nicholson provides

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/10/2013

2004

Dined on 03/10/2013

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Chef Kyle Nicholson provides some imaginative fare. The wine list is carefully selected with a very reasonable markup, over retail winery prices. Refreshing approach, to say the least.In the "winter" months the restaurant cuts back on wait staff. This may be economically practical, but a dire mistake to fine dining."

Dined on 03/10/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 4 for The Bluff Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pretty Good Cooking

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/03/2013

2006

Dined on 02/03/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This restaurant is much improved from my last visit a couple of years ago. Mad Hatcher chicken dish was excellent, as was the spinach and Bussels sprout salad. They are open on Winter Sundays, which is a real plus."

Dined on 02/03/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view

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