The Best Coffee Shops on Bainbridge Island
Plan a Weekend Coffee Crawl
A short ferry ride from Seattle sits an island that takes coffee just as seriously as the city it faces across Puget Sound. Whether you are here for a quick day trip or a full weekend getaway, working your way through the coffee shops on Bainbridge Island is one of the best ways to get to know the community. Grab a cup and wander Winslow Way in downtown Bainbridge Island.
A Lineup of Local Favorites
Blackbird Bakery anchors Winslow Way with an impressive array of baked goods in their pastry case, though regulars will tell you the toast is the real reason to stop in. Herkimer Coffee beans go into every espresso and drip coffee order. Seating is available both inside and in Madrone Lane, so there is always a spot to sit and enjoy your treats.
A short walk away, Pegasus Coffee House has crafted espresso drinks in the same ivy-covered building since 1980. It is one of the most recognizable coffee shops on Bainbridge Island, and the espresso and baked goods are worth a visit. It’s also the supplier for the morning coffee Eagle Harbor Inn serves each day in the lobby.
Coquette Bake Shop grew from a coffee cart into a full bakery in Winslow Green, brewing Caffe Vita alongside fresh croissants, muffins, and more. For something different, Chez Lolo serves European pastries and Olympia Coffee Roasting drinks from the second floor of the Madison Avenue pavilion.
Bainbridge Play Cafe, serves Cafe Cocina beans and has a dedicated play area for young children, so parents can finish a hot drink in peace. Even Town and Country Market has a coffee bar, serving lattes and London Fogs alongside quick, friendly service.
Cups Espresso serves Caffe Umbria just a block from the water, and Rolling Bay Cafe, connected to Bay Hay & Feed, brews Kitsap-roasted Grounds For Change for anyone exploring the island by car or bike. Storyville Roasting Studio, set in Coppertop Park near the island’s breweries and distillery, rounds out the list with a full coffee shop on Bainbridge built above its own roasting floor.
Make It a Weekend Stay at Our Bainbridge Island Hotel
Eagle Harbor Inn sits on the edge of downtown Winslow, close enough to walk to nearly every coffee shop on this list. As the only downtown Bainbridge Island Boutique Hotel, the Inn offers five guest rooms and two townhomes built around a garden courtyard, perfect for enjoying your coffee in the morning while you make plans for the day. Free onsite covered parking means you can leave the car behind entirely and spend your weekend exploring cafes, shops, and the waterfront on foot.
Book your stay at Eagle Harbor Inn and start your weekend enjoying all the best things within walking distance, including downtown Bainbridge Island’s best coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best coffee shop on Bainbridge Island?
It depends on what you’re after. Pegasus Coffee House is the island’s most established name, Blackbird Bakery is known for its toast and pastries, and Storyville Roasting Studio appeals to visitors who want to see roasting in action.
Are the coffee shops on Bainbridge Island walkable from the ferry?
Most of downtown Bainbridge Island’s cafes, including Blackbird Bakery, Pegasus Coffee House, and Cups Espresso, sit within a short walk of the ferry terminal and of Eagle Harbor Inn.
Does Town and Country Market on Bainbridge Island serve coffee?
Yes. The grocery store has its own coffee bar serving lattes, London Fogs, and smoothies, with seating both inside and on an outdoor patio.
Does Bainbridge Island have a Starbucks?
Yes, there are two on the island. Most visitors still find themselves drawn to the local coffee shops on this list instead. For the convenience of a mobile order, Bainbridge Play Cafe lets you order ahead and will bring your drink right out to your car.