Blackfish Café deck overlooking Cascade Bay at Rosario Harbor

Waterfront.
Destination.
Dining.

Located in The Beach House at Rosario Harbor on Orcas Island, Blackfish Café brings together the flavors of the Pacific Northwest with one of the San Juan Islands' most iconic waterfront settings.

Open Friday through Monday for dinner, 4 – 8 PM, guests can enjoy fresh seafood, seasonal dishes, coastal favorites while taking in sweeping views of Cascade Bay.

Our breakfast and lunch on The Lawn are closed for the season and return next spring. Dinner inside The Beach House carries on Friday through Monday; we're closed Tuesday through Thursday. Reservations are recommended — text or call (360) 861-0692 to inquire.

Whether arriving by boat, exploring the outer islands, kayaking from the harbor, or spending the day discovering Orcas Island, Blackfish Café is a destination worth making part of your journey.

Plan Your Visit
Fresh local oysters served on ice at Blackfish Café
From the Raw Bar

From Sea toSeaside Table.

Freshly harvested Orcas Island oysters from Judd Cove, shucked to order. Whole Dungeness Crabs caught in Salish waters. Experience the best and freshest seafood Orcas Island has to offer.

See the Dinner Menu

Hours

Friday – Monday
Dinner, 4 PM – 8 PM
Breakfast & Lunch
Closed for the season, but
Returning next spring
Dinner Reservations
(360) 861-0692
Closed
Tuesday – Thursday

Location

The Beach House
1624 Rosario Road
Eastsound, WA
Text or Call
(360) 861-0692
Email
hello@thebeachhouserosario.com
Get Directions

The Experience

  • Kitchen. Bar. Gatherings.
  • Waterfront Dining
  • Dinner – Friday to Monday
  • Private Events & Celebrations
  • Unmatched Views
  • Inquire Within
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Rooted in Rosario

A place worthreturning to.

For generations, Rosario Harbor has been a place of discovery, gathering, and connection to the water. Once home to The Discovery House, now known as The Beach House, and part of the historic Rosario community, this shoreline has long welcomed travelers seeking the beauty and adventure of Orcas Island.

Blackfish Café carries that tradition forward with a refined coastal approach to dining — celebrating the seafood, landscapes, and seasons that define the San Juan Islands.

Our menu is inspired by the waters surrounding us, featuring local seafood, seasonal ingredients, and dishes meant to be enjoyed slowly. Pair oysters with a bottle of Champagne and settle in for dinner overlooking Cascade Bay as the harbor goes quiet.

With kayaking, boating, wildlife experiences, and the beauty of the outer islands just beyond the shoreline, Blackfish Café is more than a place to eat. It is part of the Orcas Island experience — a place to discover, remember, and return to.

Get In Touch Text or Call (360) 861-0692
Outdoor dining scene with wine, local dishes, and lavender fields at Blackfish Café
Adirondack chairs on the green lawn above Cascade Bay at Rosario Harbor
The Lawn

Open-Air
& Waterfront.

Open seasonally. Settle into a picnic table beneath the umbrellas and take in the harbor. The Lawn is where island afternoons linger — and it returns for lunch next spring, with the bay just steps away.

Plan Your Visit

Getting HereDrive, sail, hike, or fly in.

Tucked into Rosario Harbor on the east side of Orcas Island, Blackfish Café at The Beach House is easy to reach by nearly every form of Pacific Northwest transport.

Address 1624 Rosario Road, Eastsound, WA View on Google Maps

By Car

Free parking is available for guests. Need a ride? Three Orcas Island taxi services serve the harbor:

  • Scenic Shuttle (360) 298-8414
  • Keith's Taxi (360) 298-1639
  • Orcas Island Taxi (360) 376-8294

By Boat

Bringing your boat over for a day trip? Call or visit www.rosarioharbor.com for day use options.

By Foot

Camping at Moran State Park? The café is an easy walk from Cascade Lake — about 1.25 miles from the North End campground (1.5 mi from South End, 2 mi from Midway).

Hike around the lake, follow the spillway down to the harbor — roughly 360 ft of elevation change.

By Seaplane

Rosario Harbor is a scheduled stop for Kenmore Air and Friday Harbor Seaplanes.

Flying your own floatplane? Call the Marina at (360) 472-4866.

Panoramic view of the San Juan Islands and open water from Blackfish Café at Rosario Harbor
Good to Know

Questions, answered

When are you open?

Dinner is served Friday through Monday, 4–8 PM, inside The Beach House. We’re closed Tuesday through Thursday. Breakfast and lunch on The Lawn are closed for the season and return next spring.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are recommended. Text or call (360) 861-0692 to hold your table. Walk-ins welcome.

Where are you?

Inside The Beach House at Rosario Harbor, 1624 Rosario Road, Eastsound, on the east side of Orcas Island.

Is there parking?

Yes, free parking for guests. Scenic Shuttle, Keith’s Taxi and Orcas Island Taxi all serve the harbor.

Can I come by boat?

Yes. Call Rosario Marina at 360.472.4866 or visit www.rosarioharbor.com.

Do you host private events?

Yes, private events and celebrations. Email events@thebeachhouserosario.com to inquire.

Can I walk or fly in?

From Moran State Park’s North End campground it’s about 1.25 miles around Cascade Lake and down the spillway. Rosario Harbor is a scheduled stop for Kenmore Air and Friday Harbor Seaplanes.

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