July 15, 2021
A Taste Of The Olympic Peninsula
A Guide to the Region's Farms, Food, and Beverages

Looking for a true Northwest culinary experience? There’s a place at the table for you on the Olympic Peninsula. The soils and waters of the peninsula promote some of the best farming in the state, from fruit to dairy and shellfish, and there are so many ways to experience these world-class culinary offerings for yourself, through farm visits, farmers’ markets, farm stores, or the local harvest served at the region’s many restaurants.

Some of our favorite farms:

 

Kodama Farm

This 45-acre farm located in Beaver Valley of Chimacum, WA is a truly bio-diverse home for plants, animals, and the Peninsula community.

 

Spring Rain Farm

This certified organic farm on 28 acres in Chimacum, WA grows an assortment of fruit and vegetables and also produces eggs and a wide selection of meats.

 

White Lotus Farm

With 70 acres of farmland in Chimacum, WA, White Lotus produces quality farm products including sourdough bread, chicken eggs, pasture-raised meat, flowers and raw honey.

 

Space Twins

From a collaborative space at the White Lotus Farm & Inn, Space Twins grow produce, herbs, and flowers using traditional, regenerative practices.

 

Mystery Bay Cheese

A small farm operating on 5 acres of land on Marrowstone Island, Mystery Bay produces goat milk cheeses and yogurt.

The best groceries on the peninsula:

 

The Chimacum Corner Farmstand

This natural food grocery located in Chimacum, WA supports local farmers and producers via a marketplace centered around community-based food equity.

 

Food COOP Port Townsend

The COOP provides a wide range of organic foods to Port Townsend, with a community of over 6,000 active co-owners.

 

Go out to eat:

 

Finistere

This Port Townsend restaurant offers a truly great happy hour and an upscale dinner service.

 

Ajax Cafe

Ajax is a community favorite located in Port Hadlock, serving traditional Pacific Northwest meals.

 

Butcher & Baker Provisions

This is your last stop before crossing the Hood Canal bridge going west. With lots of sandwiches and fresh pastries, you won’t want to miss this place.

 

Something to drink:

 

The Olympic Peninsula is also home to a wide variety of locally crafted adult beverages. From crisp hard ciders to beer and wine, there are countless artisans producing on this land.

 

Finn River Cidery

Located in the heart of Chimacum, Finn River offers multiple food vendors, plenty of seating, and a view of their farm. A great option for an afternoon out.

 

Propolis Brewing

This Port Townsend brewery serves beer inspired by the farmhouse traditions of France and Belgium.

 

Marrowstone Vineyards

Located on Marrowstone Island, this vineyard has a tasting room and a view that’s worth staying for.

Something from the sea:

 

The waters that surround the peninsula promote some of the best shellfish growth in the world. A wide range of marine life, including geoducks, oysters, clams, and salmon call this stretch of water home.

 

Hama Hama Oyster Saloon

Spend a day at the Hama Hama Oyster Saloon, farm and farm store in Lilliwaup—a fifth-generation family-run oyster farm. We highly recommend the grillers & chillers with a side of crab mac & cheese.