Superb food and great service! One of our new favorite spots on the island.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bre Lucas-Roberts
We read through many of the reviews and I am surprised that a few guests gave Blue Heron Bistro anything other than five stars. Not only was our meal incredible, the staff continued to check-in, gave great local recommendations, the atmosphere was laid back and peaceful. All around five stars!
We are visiting from Walla Walla, WA, and we work hard as a small town to cater to the stream of visitors to make them feel welcome and cared for, and that is how we felt as guests at Blue Heron. Keep up the good work folks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donny Galt
My wife and I celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary at The Blue Heron Bistro on Lopez Island yesterday, and it was an absolutely unforgettable evening. From the moment we walked in, the warm and attentive service made us feel like honored guests—our server was friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect without being intrusive.
We started by sharing the creamy clam chowder, which was rich and flavorful with fresh ingredients, and the crab cakes, perfectly crispy on the outside with tender, sweet crab inside. For mains, my wife opted for the chicken Marsala, which she raved about for its tender chicken and deeply savory mushroom sauce, while I indulged in the special of the day: fresh halibut with a delightful curry sauce that balanced subtle spices with the fish's natural freshness—it was out-of-this-world delicious!
The entire experience was so enjoyable and memorable, turning our special milestone into something truly magical. Thank you to the team at The Blue Heron Bistro for making our anniversary dinner one we'll cherish forever. We can't wait to return and highly recommend this gem to anyone visiting Lopez!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juniper Miller
My family ate here twice on our visit to Lopez Island and it was *wonderful* both times. The staff are incredibly friendly and the food is so delicious. My favorite things I ordered were the Local Berry Chevre Salad and the Key Lime Pie, they were both absolutely decadent. The only note that I have is that, on the regular menu, a Shirley Temple is 6 dollars, and on the drinks menu it's 8, if I recall correctly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DEBORAH RIGGINS
Absolutely hands down GREAT food & service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tamara Garlett
This restaurant should have a five-star rating. We started with the beet salad with fresh local greens, chevre, and hazelnuts. We then moved to a creamy, delicately spiced Dungeness crab sandwich that was complimented by Granny Smith apple slices served on a tender focaccia bread. We had gin and tonic with Aloo Gin, A delicate, juniper forward spirit which I cannot recommend enough. We are very picky eaters, and I cannot stress enough how delicate and complex the flavors were with this food! We finished with a carrot cake with a half inch thick cream cheese frosting, with fresh carrot slices in the cake (likely locally sourced). If you find yourself on Lopez Island, in the heart of the San Juans, do yourself a favor and have a meal at the Blue Heron Bistro. You won't regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Helen Erickson
I ordered the halibut fish and chips. It was absolutely the best i have ever eaten. The strawberry rhubard pie was amazing. Our server, Sara. Was adorable and so efficient. What a cute personality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natasha Heffington
We decided to try this restaurant since the reviews were ok. Let’s start with the chowder. Very clumpy, no clams and nothing but potatoes. I let the waitress know the complaint and she then had someone else take over waiting on us. (And of course I was polite)The burgers were just thrown together. For the price of the food, this restaurant is not worth the money. We left a nice tip anyway but we will not eat here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Micah Gleckler
Our waitress was extremely attentive and personable. Our drinks were fantastic and the Bacon Jam Mac n Cheese was to die for! This is now a mandatory stop whenever we visit Lopez Island from here on out!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexa Beckwith
My fiancé and I have been road tripping all over Washington and this is hands down the best food of the entire trip!! Fantastic food and great people, we came back 2 nights in a row
Tough to leave a review for this experience. It was a few days after the 4th and clearly the staff was exhausted and I believe this is the only legit restaurant open on Tuesday. Did we have to wait for just about everything, yes. Was it worth it, overall I’d say yes. The food we ordered was very good. All the food we saw being cooked and go out looked fantastic. Is it pricey, yes. Is it worth it, again probably yes. I’d love to go back when they are fully staffed. I’d try everything on this menu.
Edit: Owner makes a fair point, it even says on the menu be ready to wait! Props to the staff here, tough job!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Rosemarie Wentz
Excellent Bistro Burger and truffle fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simeon Mismash
Absolutely love this place. The go-to on Lopez!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cartney Jelinek
I’m surprised the ratings are not higher for this restaurant. We really enjoyed everything we ate. Quality ingredients and delicious salad especially- local goat cheese, blueberries, tender flavorful chicken, balsamic glaze… yum! Yeah, it’s a bit expensive but it’s great to have a quality restaurant open weekdays on Slow- pez! It’s also possible to dine with well behaved dog on the deck- can’t beat that!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Becky Skrabski
Our first stop on Lopez Island didn't disappoint. The servers were friendly & efficient. The food was outstanding! So fresh - it's apparent that they use local ingredients. Hubby had a bistro burger with fries & I had a salmon burger with salad. The house salad dressing is one of the best dressings I've ever eaten. Of course we had dessert - brownie a la mode for him & mixed berry pie for me. So, so good! Highly recommend.
Superb food and great service! One of our new favorite spots on the island.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We read through many of the reviews and I am surprised that a few guests gave Blue Heron Bistro anything other than five stars. Not only was our meal incredible, the staff continued to check-in, gave great local recommendations, the atmosphere was laid back and peaceful. All around five stars!
We are visiting from Walla Walla, WA, and we work hard as a small town to cater to the stream of visitors to make them feel welcome and cared for, and that is how we felt as guests at Blue Heron. Keep up the good work folks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary at The Blue Heron Bistro on Lopez Island yesterday, and it was an absolutely unforgettable evening. From the moment we walked in, the warm and attentive service made us feel like honored guests—our server was friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect without being intrusive.
We started by sharing the creamy clam chowder, which was rich and flavorful with fresh ingredients, and the crab cakes, perfectly crispy on the outside with tender, sweet crab inside. For mains, my wife opted for the chicken Marsala, which she raved about for its tender chicken and deeply savory mushroom sauce, while I indulged in the special of the day: fresh halibut with a delightful curry sauce that balanced subtle spices with the fish's natural freshness—it was out-of-this-world delicious!
The entire experience was so enjoyable and memorable, turning our special milestone into something truly magical. Thank you to the team at The Blue Heron Bistro for making our anniversary dinner one we'll cherish forever. We can't wait to return and highly recommend this gem to anyone visiting Lopez!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My family ate here twice on our visit to Lopez Island and it was *wonderful* both times. The staff are incredibly friendly and the food is so delicious. My favorite things I ordered were the Local Berry Chevre Salad and the Key Lime Pie, they were both absolutely decadent. The only note that I have is that, on the regular menu, a Shirley Temple is 6 dollars, and on the drinks menu it's 8, if I recall correctly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely hands down GREAT food & service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant should have a five-star rating. We started with the beet salad with fresh local greens, chevre, and hazelnuts. We then moved to a creamy, delicately spiced Dungeness crab sandwich that was complimented by Granny Smith apple slices served on a tender focaccia bread. We had gin and tonic with Aloo Gin, A delicate, juniper forward spirit which I cannot recommend enough. We are very picky eaters, and I cannot stress enough how delicate and complex the flavors were with this food! We finished with a carrot cake with a half inch thick cream cheese frosting, with fresh carrot slices in the cake (likely locally sourced). If you find yourself on Lopez Island, in the heart of the San Juans, do yourself a favor and have a meal at the Blue Heron Bistro. You won't regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered the halibut fish and chips. It was absolutely the best i have ever eaten. The strawberry rhubard pie was amazing. Our server, Sara. Was adorable and so efficient. What a cute personality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We decided to try this restaurant since the reviews were ok. Let’s start with the chowder. Very clumpy, no clams and nothing but potatoes. I let the waitress know the complaint and she then had someone else take over waiting on us. (And of course I was polite)The burgers were just thrown together. For the price of the food, this restaurant is not worth the money. We left a nice tip anyway but we will not eat here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Our waitress was extremely attentive and personable. Our drinks were fantastic and the Bacon Jam Mac n Cheese was to die for! This is now a mandatory stop whenever we visit Lopez Island from here on out!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My fiancé and I have been road tripping all over Washington and this is hands down the best food of the entire trip!! Fantastic food and great people, we came back 2 nights in a row
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Tough to leave a review for this experience. It was a few days after the 4th and clearly the staff was exhausted and I believe this is the only legit restaurant open on Tuesday. Did we have to wait for just about everything, yes. Was it worth it, overall I’d say yes. The food we ordered was very good. All the food we saw being cooked and go out looked fantastic. Is it pricey, yes. Is it worth it, again probably yes. I’d love to go back when they are fully staffed. I’d try everything on this menu.
Edit: Owner makes a fair point, it even says on the menu be ready to wait! Props to the staff here, tough job!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Excellent Bistro Burger and truffle fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely love this place. The go-to on Lopez!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m surprised the ratings are not higher for this restaurant. We really enjoyed everything we ate. Quality ingredients and delicious salad especially- local goat cheese, blueberries, tender flavorful chicken, balsamic glaze… yum! Yeah, it’s a bit expensive but it’s great to have a quality restaurant open weekdays on Slow- pez! It’s also possible to dine with well behaved dog on the deck- can’t beat that!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our first stop on Lopez Island didn't disappoint. The servers were friendly & efficient. The food was outstanding! So fresh - it's apparent that they use local ingredients. Hubby had a bistro burger with fries & I had a salmon burger with salad. The house salad dressing is one of the best dressings I've ever eaten. Of course we had dessert - brownie a la mode for him & mixed berry pie for me. So, so good! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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