2 Best Bars in Orcas Island, The San Juan Islands

This quirky hole-in-the-wall bar with a speakeasy vibe has developed a cult following for its sophisticated, well-made craft cocktails—many infused with house-made bitters and local herbs and berries—and interesting wines. On this quiet, early-to-bed island, it's a nice late-night option. Light tapas are served, too.

Set in an otherwise inauspicious industrial area near the airport, this craft brewery and taproom has earned a reputation throughout the archipelago—and even on the mainland in Seattle—for well-made beers, including the faintly citrusy Elwha Rock IPA and the silky Oatmeal Stout. Smoked salmon, cheese and crackers, and a few other snacks are sold in the homey taproom. With a usual closing time of 7 pm it's definitely not a late-night haunt, though it sometimes stays open later for live music.