The Fork At Skagit Bay

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.

820pm in LaConner = limited choices. So glad they were still open. And, grateful the timing pushed me toward trying their food. It was- divine. It was like home and hope had a baby on my plate! But- less graphic and gross than that actually sounds. The roasted squash - sweet, savory, and smart. With nuts and goat cheese and arugula !! The Caesar salad - it isn't a boring experience. The giant cheese crisp and the peppercorn make it above average. The ambiance- perfect playlist that shifted from jazz to Tony Bennet to rock... seamlessly. Staff cleaning up but helpful and welcoming. Clean, creative, thoughtful, and cool.

Bourbon/whiskey selection is great and prices are fair. I got the shrimp po'boy and my wife got fish and chips. We both loved our meals. The sauce that came with hers was phenomenal. We got our son a kids pizza, which unfortunately had mold on the crust (I found it when we were taking it to go - luckily he hadn't eaten much), so they didn't charge us for it. Would definitely visit again!

Went to dinner here last night. Service was great! Very cute vibe and the food was delicious!

We had an incredible experience here. The restaurant is one of a kind and matches the atmosphere of La Conner. We were blown away by the level of care and style in the food. We will be back!

This was our second time here. We thought the first was a one-off, but we didn't care for it this time either.There was nothing on the menu that sounded good enough to spend $50-60 on, so I had a glass of wine, my husband had a beer, and we shared a plate of clams with "bacon balsamic vinaigrette," which was actually gravy (see photo). This was weird, but tasted okay. It was served with one thin slice of toast, about 3x4". This is ridiculous. Sorry, but bread is cheap and this dish NEEDS a half a baguette.Last time we were here, I had black cod with squid ink pasta. The cod serving was minute and I really disliked the pasta (as did my husband). He had bouillabaisse, and said it was "pretty good but not great."Service is friendly and the space is nice, but the price, menu and portion size make this a "nope."Edited to add that we actually got sick from the clams a bit later that evening!

First off, this is NOT a $$ restaurant, it's definitely $$$. Three of us shared clams to start, then one had game hen, one had the pork chop, and one had the NY strip steak. No alcohol, no dessert, and it came to close to $200. I had considered leaving when I saw the menu, but I'm glad we stayed. For an extra $60-80 than we expected to pay for dinner we had a lovely meal with huge portions, and we each picked something we wouldn't normally select. Service was attentive but not annoying. If it were slightly less expensive or if there were little touches (eg. an extra piece of bread with the clams, a little sweet with the check, the lemon I requested for my soda...) it would have been a five-star review.

I wish I could get refund for the food that was served today. We ordered a green tomato salad that the server promised us will be large enough for 2 people , but it was a slice of tomato with one mozzarella piece. The prices are exorbitant for cheap quality food. They charged us $2 for burnt bread that was served with the worst tomato soup I ever had in my life. I

The Fork at Skagit Bay still remains my favorite restaurant in Skagit County - and in all categories! Looking for a great happy hour? They've gotcha covered. Affordable lunch burger and a beer? Yup. Fancy date night romantic dinner with craft cocktails? Heck yeah. Combining a casual, marine-themed ambiance with quaint La Conner vibes, and adding in some truly delish food and drink, there are few places in the area I'd rather eat. My favorite here is their bouillabaisse, with big pieces of fish, half a fresh Dungeness crab, sausage, and all the goodness cooked in their house-made broth. All I can say is: try it. Their raw oysters are also a favorite, but I can't say I've ever had a bad dish here. One time I swung out and tried their pork chop, which was truly sent from heaven.Their wine list contains several affordable options - on one visit our group enjoyed two bottles of an exquisite rose. And if gin is in your repertoire, don't miss the Empress Aviation which is not only pretty to look at, but quite tasty as well. Their happy hour features incredible drink and appy discounts, including half price bottles of wine. And I'd be remiss not to mention their friendly, lovely service. We always feel special when we visit.What's not to love about The Fork? I'm officially hungry now!

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.