Evelyn’s Tavern

Heading south on 9 after skiing Mount Baker today, we were just looking for a pint and some food, and boy did Evelyn’s deliver. There were a few locals when we walked in, and the bartender was on the spot, briskly helping us choose a beer from one of their ten taps. Lucky for us, it was Micro Monday, and the pints were only $ 3.
The menu was simple and straightforward. A few apps, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and a bigger selection of pizzas. I had the Italian grinder, and my dad got the Philly grinder. We also ordered some «Greek stuffed mushrooms» which were amazing. They looked like something out of a cookbook with a caramel drizzle on the plate.
The Philly grinder had an actual steak on it, and my dad ate it happily. My Italian grinder was twice as tall, loaded with three meats, peppers, lettuce, tomato, and very good sauce. Be aware that the buns on the grinders are extra toasted, helping them to stay together while you feast.
The food was delivered by the cook, who I believe is the owner’s son. We felt very welcome, even though we were just passing through, and played a couple games of pool on the 50¢ tables. If you’re traveling on Hwy 9, don’t mess around in Sedro-​Wooley, just stop at Evelyn’s.

My sister and I stopped here for lunch on a weekday afternoon drive. One of our favorite roadhouse restaurants off the main trail places we have ever been. Heather took excellent care of us in the front of the house and Chef Billy was there to chat with us as well. We shared the Rib eye dip sandwich with fries and a pizza. The sandwich was an actual piece of steak (not slices) and was tender as can we and melted in my mouth. The pizza was a great blend of crispy and doughy.
Billy gave us a tour of the place that had an outdoor beer garden with a large TV, grass area with picnic tables and horseshoe pits. They told us they have music usually during th summer out there as well as karaōke.
For 2 old retired gals we felt quite comfortable there and very welcomed with charming hospitality. Say goodbye to the Applebee’s and other chain restaurants and take a walk on the back roads and drop by Evelyn’s for a drink and a bite to eat.

Evelyn’s is back open and under new ownership!
They have a full bar and fabulous menu, I had a Italian Grinder with potato salad on the side, it was amazing not some out of the box stuff… all from scratch.
I recommend this little place to anyone that enjoys a good meal.

Just drove past this place last week. It appears to be closed and up for sale. Too bad.

This was my first visit to Evelyn’s. The place is on SR-​9 in Clear Lake and as such is impossible to miss because this is a very compact business district. The tavern itself harken’s back to simpler times. There is an ample bar and three pool tables inside, and if you go out back there are some horseshoe pits and a BBQ area. The restrooms are clean and well maintained.
The night I was at Evelyn’s there was a small band playing country, bluegrass and contemporary songs. The band was headed up by Bellingham resident, Laura Overstreet. Dan Dougin on the keyboard. There was also a tumpet player and a mandolin player who filled in on a few songs. The music was not overpoweringly loud so you could sit at the bar or a table and have a conversation if you so desired. I think this is a testament to good management.
The drinks were healthy pours and reasonably priced. Good beer choices too. I also had an order of chicken wings but they were a bit over-​sauced and a mess to eat. smile. My impression is that the bar food is a work in progress and I’m sure better and more offerings are on the way soon.
The new owners (since January 2010) have done a very good job of turning the place from a scary biker bar into a nice little village tavern.