Rolling Bay Cafe

Richard Ward

2023-05

We "rolled" here in to Carly's on our rented E-Bikes to get some juice of our own. It's a wonderful spot on the corner located within the nursery really. You can sit amongst the vines sipping that latte if ya choose to hang around. There's a nice little back patio just off the street that has 3 small tables, to rest those weary legs. A couple more tables nearby on the grass within the nursery as well. We enjoyed the Americano's, but I must say, we were a tad disappointed with the pre-made vendor breakfast sandwiches. Our expectations were higher, but they sufficed for human fuel I guess? Seeing how tiny the Cafe is, I can understand the pre-cooked process. Cute spot though, and the service was exceptional and served with Island joy!It worth your time...

SuperDave Carpenter

2024-01

I have been a big fan of rolling bay cafe for awhile! The food/coffee is fantastic! However the customer service of all the employees takes the experience to another level!!! Everyone is so friendly! Don't take my word for it. Go into rolling bay cafe and give it a try for yourself! I'm sure from the first visit you will love it just as much as I do! To everyone at the cafe: keep up the amazing work!

Kathryn Cleven

2023-10

The most charming treasure of a cafe! Name another coffee shop that puts you in a ten step radius of a beautiful garden, a little free library, and a hidden geocache. And, with a wedding-ready courthouse next door, it’s a romcom waiting to happen. Or, an excellent backdrop for your next PNW novel.The coffee: fantastic. I like sweet, my husband likes strong, they cover all grounds. In fact, when we found out our baby couldn’t have dairy, I made it a mission to find the G.O.A.T. alternative milk. So now I’ve tried a coconut milk mocha with coconut flavor at every shop around and can safely say Rolling Bay Cafe is the best (& best priced, to boot)Food-wise: Love the panini pressed sandwiches, especially the vegan breakfast wrap, & I could eat an obscene number of their raspberry oat bars. Snickerdoodle cookies, too.Their location: If you’re a tourist, you’re going to want to get a classic Bay Hay & Feed shirt next door anyway, so you should plan to get your coffee fix here before continuing on to Bloedel. If you’re a commuter, you should evade highway traffic on the backroads and stop here to start your morning off right (& petition COBI to allow drive thru). If you’re a local, you’re probably already lined up out the door.Service: Adore everyone at this place. The baristas are impressive multitaskers and so kind. Thanks for being such a bright spot in the community!Tl;dr: Best of the best 100/5

Larin Larson

2024-02

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NatureWalks WithMe

2024-01

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Connor J Brod

2024-02

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Eric Huemmer

2023-05

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Melissa Dingmon

2023-12

Bad service. Bad food.Sandwiches are not fresh made. Mine was cut in half. After I took one bite and it was just bread, I opened up the sandwich. It was basically only bread. There was one bite of turkey on the end.I alerted the staff and they said, “Oh.” They did not do anything or say anything else. I went back to the patio table where they heard me complaining through the open back door. They came out with their day old gross stuff and said I could take an old piece of scone or an old cookie since my $10 sandwich was just bread.

Queen Bee

2023-10

To be honest, I love this coffees shop. Its right by my house and the staff are awesome. I always choose to support local coffee shops because it's important. With that being said, it would appear this is not a safe space for out beloved queer community anymore. When I first began coming here, I noticed a Safe Space rainbow sticker on the window, which always brings me joy. As an ally I like to see the business I patron believing in equal rights, equality, and the beautiful energy of LOVE. As you entered there was also a pride flag. With the new owner all these things have shockingly and without merit, been removed. Not a good or safe feeling. Especially since she has queer staff working for her. I hope her staff still feel safe at work.If I noticed these inclusive markers were gone, they definitely did too. Just not a good vibe. I wont be coming here as much anymore. No one likes to feel like they don't belong.

Brianna Demile

2023-10

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Inboundskier

2024-04

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Amy Butler

2023-10

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Ian Van Winkle

2023-10

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Anna Lyons

2023-10

RBC is a cute little cafe. My favorites are the chocolate croissant, the breakfast wrap and the Italian sodas: coconut specifically. If you get a wrap or a sandwich just be aware that it takes about 10 min to make. But there’s plenty of beautiful gardens to walk around while you wait!Kid-friendliness: Squeezees for the baby and a soda for my son. Good cookies annd bakery snacks for them. Also very dog friendly!

Mary Lynn Bryant

2023-06

Carly's is such a cute little cafe. I love how it's nestled right in the middle of an outdoor garden center with lots of beautiful trees and flowers. We had the Miel Lattes that have honey in the coffee and cinnamon in the milk. So yummy! We also shared a delicious cinnamon roll that was pastry like a croissant and not too sweet... It had a dab of cream cheese frosting. The prices were very reasonable and the atmosphere was peaceful and sunny.

Alice Acker

2023-11

Why do I have to wait outside for my coffee while the barista prepares it and there is no one behind me? And, it is cold outside. The barista said it's not COVID precautions, but is the owner's policy so everyone has their own space. If it were cold and rainy, my personal belief is that "personal space" is replaced by common sense and compassion. I won't be coming back. (UPDATE: There was no misunderstanding. It is a one person at a time establishment although there was plenty of room inside for the woman in front of me who told me she was cold and me to be in the place at the same time. And to be brusquely told by the barista that I had to wait outside while she prepared my drink despite there being no one behind me was wrong. I’ve been coming here for years and yes, more than one customer at a time can easily fit — with no covid precautions—It is an absurd non-customer friendly policy especially during these cold, wet dark times. This is not a walk up coffee stand. It is a building with room for patrons to be warm and dry.)

Patrick Wakefield

2023-09

I was driving through today on Labor Day and really needed a cup of coffee.They were closed but they seen me and asked what I was in need of, I just mentioned I’d love a cup of coffee and both the owners went out of their way to accommodate me and my crew.They got us two cups of coffee and wouldn’t accept any form of payment.From start to finish just a great experience from some amazing people.I would recommend this place to anyone passing through.

Lynsey Randolph

2023-09

Very cute place, but the staff (cashier) was incredibly rude. It was quite embarrassing showing my friends around the island, to take them to a place where people are so disrespectful.. puts a bad taste to Bainbridge:( And she threw our sandwiches on the table! It’s a shame for a cute place with good drinks/food

Howard Sewell

2020-05

Terrific little espresso, pastry and sandwich shop adjoining Bay Hay & Feed. Perfect stop if you're biking through the island or on your way to the beach at Fay Bainbridge. Only downside is that it's truly tiny - more than 3 people waiting and the line is out the door.

Coleen Turner

2023-10

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Annie Thompson

2022-05

Great small coffee shoppe! The person who made the coffee was awesome, extremely friendly and gave fast service. The coffee was great and the treats were delectable! They have foods for almost every diet (which was very helpful being a gluten free vegetarian). After having our snack my mother and I walked around the nursery next door, which was lovely!

christian andersen

2023-09

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Sea Ferg

2023-09

The valley and classic breakfast wraps were really delicious! The atmosphere in the porch and garden areas was perfect for a Sunday afternoon!Kid-friendliness: There were plenty of food options for kiddos and a reading area in the garden.

Sara Segura

2020-05

When I showed up here, they were in the middle of a block party with live music, and who doesn't love that? I love any business that's so involved in the surrounding community. This place is also connected to a nursery, which is awesome. Good food and plants abound, which is just about a perfect match in my opinion. The service was also nice and timely. They were kind enough to rinse out my reusable coffee cup and put new coffee in it, and were really nice about it!

Josh Hemphill

2023-10

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TRovik

2024-01

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Ann Bewley

2018-05

Great coffee and pastry, but keep in mind that it's tiny. It's part of a garden nurse and gift shop. The cafe itself is so small. You order and immediately move so folks can get out of the doorway. The seating is outside with great views of the nursery. And there is a little free library to help you pass the time.

Amanda M

2022-05

It was ok, they don't have a way to warm up the croissants which I thought was weird, and their sandwiches are pre-made so if you don't like mustard there is no way to take it off. Their chai tea was good. Wouldn't come back.

zach nelson

2022-05

It was really good for a small town coffee shop. Food was a bit pricey but they panini press the sandwiches which is pretty cool. But hey they gotta pay the bills somehow. Overall I recommend this place.

Elisa Laverty

2023-05

Recently stopped by while on a walk and had the best matcha latte with oat milk that I’ve had in a very long time. I’ll be back soon!