Guemes Island General Store

Close to the dedicated Guermes ferry, with a panoramic view of Anacortes and its ship yards. Well shaped sandwich and burger menu, as well as soups and salads, with a beautiful outside garden. My "ancient grains" vegeburger came in a home baked bun with hand cut fries, the burger was crunchy and very tasty. I also chose a Chukanut Pilsner for the perfect end of summer lunch. Fun place to go, leave time for exploring this small island.

If you're ever in the mood for a unique experience combined with delicious baked goods, then Guemes island is the perfect destination for you. After driving around or checking out the beaches, check out the General store. This charming store offers a good selection of merchandise, including clothing, souvenirs, and more. During my visit, I was able to snag a locally made t-shirt that I know I'll wear for years to come. Not only does this store offer a good selection of merchandise, but they also have a bakery section that is a must-try. The pastries were mouth-watering and absolutely delicious. They were the perfect complement to my shopping experience and made the visit even more memorable. Lastly, I have to give a shout-out to the wonderful staff. The service was friendly and kind, making the shopping and eating experience all the more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend checking out the Guemes General Store. With its selection of local merchandise, delectable baked goods, and friendly staff, it's a destination that you don't want to miss when you’re in the area .

Awesome spot with decent food options, grocery store items, and great live music!

The Guemes Island General Store is a must-visit spot. It offers some of the best food I’ve had anywhere- a few highlights were their corned beef reuben, house made fries, and the fresh caught house smoked salmon. They offer a huge selection of craft drinks to go, a bar on site, and a great indoor/ outdoor seating area that features live music and plenty of space for kids to play out front. If you’re in the Seattle/ Anacortes/ Bellingham area, you need to check it out. It’s worth the swim, but the ferry is easier!

We visit Guemes Island once or twice a year and are enchanted by the island every time. A large part of that magic is attributable to the Guemes Island General Store, and the first time we visited, it was mid-Omicron, so we didn't get to see it in its full glory until this year. The general store is really an anchor for the island, with every necessity I could think of in the market portion of the store alongside a restaurant, small bar, and bakery. The baked goods are amazing and I regret not getting pictures. The restaurant offers a variety of meals that include some delicious hamburgers- I don't know what they do to their buns, but I've rarely had a better one. There are a hearty eight beers on tap, and quite a few more in the convenience section. The store includes a number of local specialties, from homemade jam to art and t-shirts from local artists the Slow Loris tshirts are to die for. Plenty of parking and an easy walk from the ferry if you're walking on from Anacortes. I hear they host concerts in the summer- we haven't been at that time of year, but I can imagine how enticing it would be with the big lawn, open air seating on the front porch and all conveniently located to the ferry. I look forward to visiting every year and hope you stop by and grab one of those amazing danishes!

All four things we tried to order today 45 min after opening were sold out including lettuce and the breading for fish tacos, and fish… and veggie burgers when i asked what they had that was vegan, they said “fries”. the fries were fine. Edit to add: recently the store has been much better than previously. They’ve had a bit more food in stock and the evening music & vibes have been a lot of fun. Updating from 2 to 3 stars

Guemes Island General Store is more bar and restaurant than store. I ate a fresh salad that was acceptable. I enjoyed live music on the outdoor dining deck while I ate. Charming to dine to live entertainment while looking out over the Guemes Channel. Salad plus great service and ambiance means I will probably return. Guemes Island is not highly accessible from an ADA standpoint. However, the GIGS is an accessible facility.

What would Guemes island do without that general store? Sure is nice to be able to pick it up there instead of having to float over there ! Hehe

Great vibe and beautiful view. Note to self: don't get the fish and chips.

Great beer and food selection. Good covered outdoor seating. Good spot for random music in the summer with large outdoor area. Service can range from spectacular to surly but is generally speedy. Prices for groceries are high, but if you are on the island and need something that's on you not them. Worth a stop for locals and day trippers alike.