Buck Bay Shellfish Farm is a seasonal restaurant focusing on fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables. We offer outdoor seating through counter service, local seafood market, and live shellfish room. Located in Buck Bay on the eastside of Orcas Island, within the San Juan Archipelago.
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Address: 117 E J. Young Rd, Olga, WA 98279
Website: http://www.buckbayshellfishfarm.com/
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Third Generation Farm offering our own oysters and clams and other local fresh seafood. Enjoy a terrific meal and beverages at our very popular Bistro.
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Reviews
Mary Zhao
Really popular location in the middle of nowhere. It’s got quite a lovely scenery from their outdoor seating between the tented area or seating below a big willow tree. However I’m unimpressed by the flavor of the food as most of it lacked major flavor. I’ve had creamier chowder in any other seafood place in Seattle and the Clam Linguine was so basic it I regret paying $30 for it. The oysters are pretty fresh for the summer seasons so no complaints there. Expect expensive food prices here. Everything is in the mid $20-30 range minimum. And if you are here looking for flavorful seafood food, don’t be. You are better off getting everything fried.
… moreVegas JTech
Bistro at Buck Bay, Orcas Island.(aka Buck Bay Shellfish Farm)
Had a great dinner at the Bistro at Buck Bay on Orcas Island. This unassuming local favorite sits right at the water’s edge on a hill. You place your order and then sit outside in one of two large, covered areas and they bring your order out to you.
We enjoyed a cross sample of their menu including Buck Bay Steamer Clams, Salmon Fish N’ Chips, House Green Salad, Pork BBQ ribs and Shrimp Alfredo. The clams were succulent in a great white wine broth, the salmon was a surprise knock-out cooked to perfection, the salad crisp and perfect, the ribs were tender and nicely smoked, and the shrimp Alfredo was good.
… moreHad a great dinner at the Bistro at Buck Bay on Orcas Island. This unassuming local favorite sits right at the water’s edge on a hill. You place your order and then sit outside in one of two large, covered areas and they bring your order out to you.
We enjoyed a cross sample of their menu including Buck Bay Steamer Clams, Salmon Fish N’ Chips, House Green Salad, Pork BBQ ribs and Shrimp Alfredo. The clams were succulent in a great white wine broth, the salmon was a surprise knock-out cooked to perfection, the salad crisp and perfect, the ribs were tender and nicely smoked, and the shrimp Alfredo was good.
Heather Ace
Bought a gorgeous halibut filet here and bbqed it at our outdoor air bnb oasis. They even packed it on ice to stay good on our bike ride back towards Orcas. When we rolled up on our bikes the place was poppin, lots of visitors and delicious smelling food being served!
… moreJudy S
Absolute gem of a place to eat at. Lovely fresh menu, reasonable prices, lots of outdoor seating and covered options, beautiful water view. Shellfish brought in just steps away. Staff was very friendly too. We had steamer clams, taco trio and the halibut sandwich. All were delicious. Much better than the overpriced places on Eastsound.
… moreJeremy Wood
Buck Bay Shellfish Farm is EXACTLY what you’re expecting. A great spot to get great food. We had a dozen oysters. I had the salmon fish and chips, which was positively scrumptious! Go here. Enjoy!
… moreL G
We’ve been enjoying Buck Bay for five seasons now, and it’s been a rollercoaster! When we first discovered their fish-n-chips, they were the best we ever had, truly life-changing. However, the following summer, with a change in chefs, the quality plummeted. Thankfully the original deliciousness returned the next year and lasted for two more years.
This season, we were excited to revisit, expecting those amazing fish and chips again, but unfortunately they were a disappointment. For $32, the version served was just not up to par. The fish filets were long and narrow, the color was off, and the breading lacked the crispy texture we once loved. It seemed overcooked, the fish was tough, and perhaps the oil was old? We remember how silky, flaky, and fresh it used to be with that light, crispy tempura batter. Take us back!
To make matters worse, we hyped them up as the best fish and chips ever to our out-of-town guests and were embarrassed when the meal turned out to be mediocre at best. We mentioned it to the staff but they basically shrugged it off and moved on. Would have been nice to offer something to try to improve our experience when we spent $200 on lunch. But nope. They claimed recipe is the same. (No way, just look at the photos!)
Consistency seems to be lacking here season to season, and we really hope they bring back the quality we cherished in the past because Buck Bay is a really cool spot with great food, if you happen to catch them when they’re on their game.
… moreThis season, we were excited to revisit, expecting those amazing fish and chips again, but unfortunately they were a disappointment. For $32, the version served was just not up to par. The fish filets were long and narrow, the color was off, and the breading lacked the crispy texture we once loved. It seemed overcooked, the fish was tough, and perhaps the oil was old? We remember how silky, flaky, and fresh it used to be with that light, crispy tempura batter. Take us back!
To make matters worse, we hyped them up as the best fish and chips ever to our out-of-town guests and were embarrassed when the meal turned out to be mediocre at best. We mentioned it to the staff but they basically shrugged it off and moved on. Would have been nice to offer something to try to improve our experience when we spent $200 on lunch. But nope. They claimed recipe is the same. (No way, just look at the photos!)
Consistency seems to be lacking here season to season, and we really hope they bring back the quality we cherished in the past because Buck Bay is a really cool spot with great food, if you happen to catch them when they’re on their game.
Brittany Boyett
Gorgeous oysters. Perfectly deep cups and a heavy salinity with a butter smooth finish. They had a chill band jamming under a beautiful willow tree. Dottie, the resident pup, was an angel. -Paw In Hand
… moreCamryn
The BEST place for dinner. Super casual and un-assuming with a fantastic view and amazing food! We even went back the following night. The halibut and oysters plus BBQ options gave us all plenty to choose from. Seeing my 13yo daughter ask to go back for more Halibut…priceless. Great service and staff!! Also loved how they recycled and separated all the waste and table scraps!
Definitely go!
… moreDefinitely go!
liz kuz
By far one of the best places to eat on the islands. Before you go make sure you check to see if they are open. All outdoor seating, no cell service! Seafood, bbq and you can grab food to go! Worth the drive and stop
… morelesmallcheese
Yummy seafood spot! They grow their own clams and many menu items are locally sourced (like the halibut).
We had the spot prawn (buttery and fresh), fried oysters (very nicely battered – delicate), steamed clams (manila clams), and fried halibut sandwich.
The sandwich was very good and flavorful, but next time I’d probably try a non-fried entree.
Service was super friendly and seating was outdoors under a tarp. Will be back tomorrow 🙂
… moreWe had the spot prawn (buttery and fresh), fried oysters (very nicely battered – delicate), steamed clams (manila clams), and fried halibut sandwich.
The sandwich was very good and flavorful, but next time I’d probably try a non-fried entree.
Service was super friendly and seating was outdoors under a tarp. Will be back tomorrow 🙂