Like others mention, if it's your first time, you will get lost trying to find it. It's behind the brewery at the back, and it's a food truck. You either can go through the restaurant to the back, or drive around one block and enter from the back parking area.
We went on a Saturday for lunch time, there was normal of customer, but not packed and line out the door type of establishment. Like many have mentioned here, the wait time is pretty darn long. Expect 45+ min or more for your order. This is the downside of this place.
Foodwise, it's pretty good. We enjoyed everything we ate, but it wasn't life changing in anyway. Portion size was fair, and prices was fair. Since it's a food truck, they don't have a full seating available, you just have to sit anywhere there is a spot there. If you purchase a beverage or alcohol in the brewery up front, you are able to bring your food there and sit at the tables there.
Overall, the food is good, but the wait is bad. Be ready for a takeout order unless you want to purchase some drinks from the...
Read moreIkaika Bistro offers a delightful taste of Hawaiian cuisine right in the heart of Whidbey Island. I had the pleasure of trying their loco moco and pork katsu dishes, and I must say, the flavors were absolutely mouthwatering. The loco moco was rich and satisfying, while the pork katsu was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
The location of Ikaika Bistro is unique—it's a food truck nestled in the backyard of a brewery, creating a cozy and laid-back atmosphere. This setting adds to the charm, especially when pairing their delicious food with the brewery's refreshing beers.
I found the prices at Ikaika Bistro to be quite reasonable, ranging from $15 to $20 for generous servings of the loco moco and katsu dishes. The portion sizes were substantial, ensuring you get great value for your money.
If you're craving authentic Hawaiian flavors paired with a casual dining experience, Ikaika Bistro is definitely worth a visit. Whether you're a local or a visitor to Whidbey Island, you're in for a treat with their...
Read moreMy husband and I were famished after moving into our new home and decided to picked up some dinner from Ikaika. It took me a while to order because there were so many amazing options on the menu! Finally decided on the mixed plate and was SO glad I did. The chicken and pork were both outstanding and the portions were quite generous. It also came with a side of the best baked beans I’ve ever eaten, a huge portion of rice, and I chose the slaw (very good). I had enough for dinner and lunch the next day! They’ve also got a dine in option (we were just so pooped from loving that we wanted to go home) that’s cozy and warm and a foosball table! It was fun to play a game while we waited for our food and smelled the amazing smells from the meat smoker they had going outside. The folks who run the place were so welcoming and definitely live up to that spirit of ohana. Finding them can be a bit of a trick after the sun has set… just turn in at the Legion Hall along 525 in Bayview. Can’t wait...
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