I've loved this place. LOVED it. Had exceptional meals and great burgers when we didn't feel like going high end. But today I ordered that same burger, and either there is a major comedown happening here or they're having a bad day. Given that I've been here about 5 other times, I can forgive a bad day. But when the meat comes out as paste and the waitperson tries to gaslight me that I didn't know medium is pink in the middle, no f-ing way. Doesn't ask to refresh my obviously empty drink, but makes it about my "misperception." Another good spot compromises by lousy front of house.
Ron U
Wife and I have eaten here several times when in the area. This is a must for us and this time we were able to have dinner. Food is creative and yummy but cocktails are awesome. I have seen some negative reviews, but undeserved.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Cajun Shrimp PO'Boy, Key Lime Pie
ANITA HILLS
Excellent drinks, good food and wonderful service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits
Joy Slaback
This is a great restaurant with a comfortable feel. The staff were polite and spot on. It is up scale but comfortable. Food was great and with a party of 12 every one was happy with their meals. Steaks were cooked to perfection and the seafood was totally lovely.Vegetarian options: There were a couple of great choices for entrea and for small plates. I would recommend the roasted squash entre.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Small Plates, Low Country Bouillabaisse, Shrimp & Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Key Lime Pie
Karla Jacks
Dinner was exceptional. Service was terrific.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ivan McPhee
We visited The Fork on Christmas Eve because they were one of the few places open in La Conner. The ambience is lovely, the waitress was friendly and attentive, but, while it had potential, the foodwas disappointing. We started off with the baked Brie which was tasty but not cooked long enough since the center wasn’t melted. The green fried tomatoes were great, but the shrimp and grits were bland and came floating in a gravy that was neither here nor there. It would have been nice if the shrimp were sautéd in Cajun spice, tomatoes, garlic, etc. rather than have the watery gravy. Fortunately, we chose to add the andouille which gave it some taste. If not, we would have sent it back. The key lime pie was delicious, but the crust was far too thick up the side and around the edge. Overall, the evening was pleasant but could have been great with a little more attention to detail.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Key Lime Pie
Maryam A.
After daffodil/ tulip watching in Mount Vernon, swing over to small town La Conner and walk around the bustling downtown area. The Fork At Skagit Bay was one of the few places with actual parking so we decided to eat lunch there. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, fish and chips, bouillabaisse and shrimp po boy. I was truly disappointed when I saw the small portion sizes given how expensive it was. We got exactly three slices of tomatoes. The bouillabaisse was served in a small soup bowl. For the po boy, it was as if the shrimp was simply boiled and put in the bread.
Catlin Gibson
What a lovely find. We went for happy hour and they had a nice selection of appetizers and drink specials. We had such a nice time that we stayed for dinner, which was fabulous. It has that perfect mix of casual but a little elegant, and romantic. For a tourist town I was impressed that the bar had several locals, always a good sign. The staff was perfect, friendly but not overbearing. We will definitely go back next time we are in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie
Marshall J
Figuring out where to eat dinner in popular tourist town of La Conner can be confounding since there are so many options, but our recent experience at a relative newcomer there will make that choice much easier in future visits. The Fork at Skagit Bay, an outpost of a popular eatery in Bellingham, dazzled us with great food, a casual setting and superb service. We were worried when we first arrived on a dark winter evening and found the pleasant dining room only occupied by one other couple, although the small bar was packed (no doubt the result of reduced-price happy hour food there). But the warm welcome of server Hallie B. and the great craft cocktails ($15) she delivered soon put us at ease. We scanned the extensive menu with its distinct Southern accents and settled on two classic appetizers that reflected that influence -- hush puppies ($16) and fried green tomatoes ($16). Both were tasty indeed, plus served in portions so large that we had some leftovers to enjoy later at home. The appetizers were so filling that my companion opted to have a Caesar salad ($12) as her main course and was pleased that she did. It was a fine rendition of that classic salad, another indication of the kitchen's attention to detail. I was tempted by several entrees, including the Fork's intriguing rendition of cassoulet with three kinds of local pork, but Hallie's expansive counsel edged me over to just-about the most expensive item on the menu -- the dry-aged local grass-fed beef steak ($48). It was a triumph, rare as ordered and tender, juicy and flavorful. I doubt that any top-line steakhouse could have matched it even at a much higher price. A lusty bottle of California red wine ($56), called the Pessimist, proved a perfect accompaniment to the steak that again provided some significant leftovers. We finished our memorable dinner at The Fork with another item with a Southern accent -- key lime pie ($12). Again, a top-drawer rendition with a great graham cracker crust. Could there have been a better slice of key lime pie within 500 miles? Probably not. Throughout our enchanted evening at The Fork, Hallie was a wonder. She was everything we like a server to be -- personable, knowledgeable, informative but never intrusive. In summation, a total pro. Too bad Hallie was only doing guest server duties from The Fork's other restaurant in Bellingham. We usually make it to La Conner a couple times a year from our home in the Seattle area. From now on, The Fork at Skagit Bay will be our mandatory first choice for dinner.
Ryan Burke
Absolutely spectacular service, location, and food. Came here on a cold and rainy night and sat outside by the fire. Our server brought us blankets and helped us order. We tried the clam chowder and baked Brie and both were fantastic. Met the chef/owner for a second and she seemed very nice.Also I can't express to you how much I appreciate clean beer lines. I ordered an IPA and I could tell this place takes care of their tap system. Plus this was a super bitter IPA which a place like this should have- it really cut through the fat of the meal and was perfectly paired.Can't wait to go back.
The food is spectacular. The drinks are so well-made. The vibe is so relaxing yet elevated. We love going to The Fork for drinks and dinner. Try the shrimp and grits. Best I’ve had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Summer Holeman
Great place for date night! Good cocktails and delicious food! The cesar salad was really good. We also had the beef cut of the day and the shrimp with cheese grits.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Shrimp & Grits, Cajun White Shrimp
Joy J
I’ve heard good things about this place but was very disappointed about my experience. There were 1 bartender, 1 waitress and 1 assistant taking care of 10 ish tables. The assistant did her best and we never interacted with the waitress until we finished our meal and she asked if we were being helped. The food was good. For a restaurant charging $35-50/entree, I expected better service.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Jim Grow
15 minutes in the bar and never offered any sort of service. I couldn’t even get a price on a bourbon that wasn’t listed in their spirits menu. No thanks. I will spend my money where they appreciate customers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
R E.
Mid-week, September - we came for early dinner. Quiet, many nautical items as befits the town. Our dinnermates are local and regular patrons. La Conner mostly folds up the sidewalks at 4-5pm and at this visit they were moderately busy. Very nice service even with our server acting as hostess, waitress, bartender, she was ultra-efficient (makes an outstanding Old-fashioned, to boot). Caesar salad beginning was outstanding with mini-capers, nice. Our table had an aged ribeye steak (ordered med-rare, looked closer to medium to me, but very tender and tasty), Halibut which was perfectly grilled, shrimp and grits small plates ordered as entrees were well-received, and bouillabaisse- very good with adequate crab, shellfish, a lovely sausage, etc. - I felt it was the star of the show. Scant leftovers for this group. IMO, a short menu means a competent, consistent kitchen and it showed. Prices were $$$. La Conner can be highly competitive for fine dining for such a small, admittedly touristy town. The Fork seems to hold its own as our friends noted many locals here,
I've loved this place. LOVED it. Had exceptional meals and great burgers when we didn't feel like going high end. But today I ordered that same burger, and either there is a major comedown happening here or they're having a bad day. Given that I've been here about 5 other times, I can forgive a bad day. But when the meat comes out as paste and the waitperson tries to gaslight me that I didn't know medium is pink in the middle, no f-ing way. Doesn't ask to refresh my obviously empty drink, but makes it about my "misperception." Another good spot compromises by lousy front of house.
Wife and I have eaten here several times when in the area. This is a must for us and this time we were able to have dinner. Food is creative and yummy but cocktails are awesome. I have seen some negative reviews, but undeserved.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Cajun Shrimp PO'Boy, Key Lime Pie
Excellent drinks, good food and wonderful service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits
This is a great restaurant with a comfortable feel. The staff were polite and spot on. It is up scale but comfortable. Food was great and with a party of 12 every one was happy with their meals. Steaks were cooked to perfection and the seafood was totally lovely.Vegetarian options: There were a couple of great choices for entrea and for small plates. I would recommend the roasted squash entre.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Small Plates, Low Country Bouillabaisse, Shrimp & Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Key Lime Pie
Dinner was exceptional. Service was terrific.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We visited The Fork on Christmas Eve because they were one of the few places open in La Conner. The ambience is lovely, the waitress was friendly and attentive, but, while it had potential, the foodwas disappointing. We started off with the baked Brie which was tasty but not cooked long enough since the center wasn’t melted. The green fried tomatoes were great, but the shrimp and grits were bland and came floating in a gravy that was neither here nor there. It would have been nice if the shrimp were sautéd in Cajun spice, tomatoes, garlic, etc. rather than have the watery gravy. Fortunately, we chose to add the andouille which gave it some taste. If not, we would have sent it back. The key lime pie was delicious, but the crust was far too thick up the side and around the edge. Overall, the evening was pleasant but could have been great with a little more attention to detail.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Key Lime Pie
After daffodil/ tulip watching in Mount Vernon, swing over to small town La Conner and walk around the bustling downtown area. The Fork At Skagit Bay was one of the few places with actual parking so we decided to eat lunch there. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, fish and chips, bouillabaisse and shrimp po boy. I was truly disappointed when I saw the small portion sizes given how expensive it was. We got exactly three slices of tomatoes. The bouillabaisse was served in a small soup bowl. For the po boy, it was as if the shrimp was simply boiled and put in the bread.
What a lovely find. We went for happy hour and they had a nice selection of appetizers and drink specials. We had such a nice time that we stayed for dinner, which was fabulous. It has that perfect mix of casual but a little elegant, and romantic. For a tourist town I was impressed that the bar had several locals, always a good sign. The staff was perfect, friendly but not overbearing. We will definitely go back next time we are in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Key Lime Pie
Figuring out where to eat dinner in popular tourist town of La Conner can be confounding since there are so many options, but our recent experience at a relative newcomer there will make that choice much easier in future visits. The Fork at Skagit Bay, an outpost of a popular eatery in Bellingham, dazzled us with great food, a casual setting and superb service. We were worried when we first arrived on a dark winter evening and found the pleasant dining room only occupied by one other couple, although the small bar was packed (no doubt the result of reduced-price happy hour food there). But the warm welcome of server Hallie B. and the great craft cocktails ($15) she delivered soon put us at ease. We scanned the extensive menu with its distinct Southern accents and settled on two classic appetizers that reflected that influence -- hush puppies ($16) and fried green tomatoes ($16). Both were tasty indeed, plus served in portions so large that we had some leftovers to enjoy later at home. The appetizers were so filling that my companion opted to have a Caesar salad ($12) as her main course and was pleased that she did. It was a fine rendition of that classic salad, another indication of the kitchen's attention to detail. I was tempted by several entrees, including the Fork's intriguing rendition of cassoulet with three kinds of local pork, but Hallie's expansive counsel edged me over to just-about the most expensive item on the menu -- the dry-aged local grass-fed beef steak ($48). It was a triumph, rare as ordered and tender, juicy and flavorful. I doubt that any top-line steakhouse could have matched it even at a much higher price. A lusty bottle of California red wine ($56), called the Pessimist, proved a perfect accompaniment to the steak that again provided some significant leftovers. We finished our memorable dinner at The Fork with another item with a Southern accent -- key lime pie ($12). Again, a top-drawer rendition with a great graham cracker crust. Could there have been a better slice of key lime pie within 500 miles? Probably not. Throughout our enchanted evening at The Fork, Hallie was a wonder. She was everything we like a server to be -- personable, knowledgeable, informative but never intrusive. In summation, a total pro. Too bad Hallie was only doing guest server duties from The Fork's other restaurant in Bellingham. We usually make it to La Conner a couple times a year from our home in the Seattle area. From now on, The Fork at Skagit Bay will be our mandatory first choice for dinner.
Absolutely spectacular service, location, and food. Came here on a cold and rainy night and sat outside by the fire. Our server brought us blankets and helped us order. We tried the clam chowder and baked Brie and both were fantastic. Met the chef/owner for a second and she seemed very nice.Also I can't express to you how much I appreciate clean beer lines. I ordered an IPA and I could tell this place takes care of their tap system. Plus this was a super bitter IPA which a place like this should have- it really cut through the fat of the meal and was perfectly paired.Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The food is spectacular. The drinks are so well-made. The vibe is so relaxing yet elevated. We love going to The Fork for drinks and dinner. Try the shrimp and grits. Best I’ve had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place for date night! Good cocktails and delicious food! The cesar salad was really good. We also had the beef cut of the day and the shrimp with cheese grits.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Shrimp & Grits, Cajun White Shrimp
I’ve heard good things about this place but was very disappointed about my experience. There were 1 bartender, 1 waitress and 1 assistant taking care of 10 ish tables. The assistant did her best and we never interacted with the waitress until we finished our meal and she asked if we were being helped. The food was good. For a restaurant charging $35-50/entree, I expected better service.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
15 minutes in the bar and never offered any sort of service. I couldn’t even get a price on a bourbon that wasn’t listed in their spirits menu. No thanks. I will spend my money where they appreciate customers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Mid-week, September - we came for early dinner. Quiet, many nautical items as befits the town. Our dinnermates are local and regular patrons. La Conner mostly folds up the sidewalks at 4-5pm and at this visit they were moderately busy. Very nice service even with our server acting as hostess, waitress, bartender, she was ultra-efficient (makes an outstanding Old-fashioned, to boot). Caesar salad beginning was outstanding with mini-capers, nice. Our table had an aged ribeye steak (ordered med-rare, looked closer to medium to me, but very tender and tasty), Halibut which was perfectly grilled, shrimp and grits small plates ordered as entrees were well-received, and bouillabaisse- very good with adequate crab, shellfish, a lovely sausage, etc. - I felt it was the star of the show. Scant leftovers for this group. IMO, a short menu means a competent, consistent kitchen and it showed. Prices were $$$. La Conner can be highly competitive for fine dining for such a small, admittedly touristy town. The Fork seems to hold its own as our friends noted many locals here,