Octavia's Bistro - Orcas

We went here on a Sunday evening for an anniversary dinner. We had 4 adults and 2 kids and we were turned away at the door. We were told we were too big of a party for them and they pushed us to the cafe next door. They were very rude at the cafe and when I took the clam chowder back for being spoiled, I was told it looks like the clam chowder they always serve and fought us for our money back. It was such a disappointing experience because we've heard it's delicious food but we will never be back.

This was a great little cafe that my mom and I swung into on a recent trip to orcas. I had the portobella mushroom sandwich and a cup of the local clam chowder, both of which were delicious. The sandwich was made to order and came out hot and fresh and fries on the side. The clam chowder is made daily and once it's gone, it's gone I would definitely recommend it! The clams were firm and chewy and the soup base wasn't too thick or too thin. The view was great as well overlooking the ferry dock! Great place to drop by either waiting for the ferry or upon arrival at orcas.

The salmon was pricey yet salty, dry and overcooked. The quinoa and vegetables were bland. They did not serve coffee (machine broken). My husband's chicken had fatty skin on it. Only one person being hostess and waitress and server so service was slow.

Fish and chips were very good. Service was awesome. Always ate at the Cafe in front but they were closed. Never knew there was a bistro in back. Good food.

This place was OK. Older building and older decor, it felt like I was at my grandmas house. I couldn't tell if it was open either. Once I found the entrance around the back, we were sat down quickly. We ordered two drinks, an appetizer and two entrees. The appetizer (calamari) took a while, but was my favorite part of the meal, it was very fresh and loved the dipping sauce. My partner ordered the tortellini and I ordered a salad, we received huge portions of food. Decently priced. Knocked it down two stars because the whole dining experience took us two hours to complete. Don't come if you're in a rush.