Orcas Village Store 10 Killebrew Lake Road, Eastsound, WA 98245

"Came here twice today with my girlfriend and we bought several things both times. The last trip here I bought a drink and on the way out there was a display of locally made skin products. The way it was set up made it look like there were samples, there was one of each product on a front lower shelf. We went to other stores that carried that brand today and all of them had samples presented that same way. We were innocently looking at what we had thought were samples, we smelled and tried one out and the two older women working decided to yell at us from across the busy store, screaming that they were not samples and accusing us of shoplifting. If someone was going to shoplift I doubt there would be much incentive to steal 4 cents worth of lotion. There was no sign saying that they were not samples, and given that we were paying customers and it was an honest mistake, the way they approached the situation was beyond unprofessional. Would not recommend this place"

"It is a local store with a big heart. I love the welcoming ambience. You can stop there for a quick shopping before catching the ferry to the mainland. I love their quick and easy to go burgers and sandwiches. Love it!"

"Great selection of fresh and frozen products. Stock up for the weekend, or just get your snacks here for the day. Prices aren't cheap but it feels fair considering how remote the island is."

"The guy ordering and stocking the store really has it dialed in with high quality items. Everything is quality, and pretty much everything you need is there, from picnicing in your car waiting for the ferry to stocking up your yacht."

"What, why stop at a grocery store? This will likely be your first thought as you drive off the ferry but don't make that mistake. Take a quick (and I mean quick since it's right next door) detour to pop in and be amazed. The selection of cheeses alone will dazzle you, from Drunken Goat (an excellent hardened goat cheese) to St. Andre (just one of many creamy, brie-style cheeses). Then you'll turn around and see the wines, and the beers (one of the few places you'll be able to find a Samuel Smith stout and nut brown ale) and the booze (ditto, the rare bottles of Blanton, always sold out, even in Safeway stores throughout Seattle). Of course, there's the bookshelf of local marinades and flavorings (Girl Meets Dirt, a local herbal farm, has its products here), as well as other novel items such as a strawberry balsamic vinegar from Italy; and did I mention the collection of ceramic pots and pans? So how does this store do it, all while still selling the usual eggs, milks and such to stock up your boat or picnic basket, or enough goodies to hibernate in your rented room? The owners actually run a catering business and so use their knowledge of what people want in both the usual and the exotic. For me, I was pleasantly surprised (enough to write a review) and would gladly go there again...unfortunately, one often only "discovers" this place as one is leaving Orcas. So fair warning, it only takes a quick minute to pop in and take a peek before you head to your B&B or hike. You may even pick up that rare Cote D'Or chocolate bar (good luck finding it anywhere on the mainland other than in specialty shops)...yes, it's there on the checkout counter, right next to the already-cooked teriyaki chicken! How's that sound for a midnight snack extraordinaire?"