Hey Dumplin is another one of my must-try spots for unique food in Bellingham. Staff are amicable…read moreand each have different recommendations for flavors to try. Their Russan dumplings are served with a hefty portion and bread and sour cream and nearly all of the flavors I have tried have been ones I would try again. The fusion cuisine is not to every taste, but they have some flavors that have been approved by someone I know as "fairly authentic". The atmosphere has always been lowkey and not too busy or loud and the interior is warm and inviting.

Russian dumplings on demand! I only tried two flavors so this review is off a limited experience…read more Upon walking in during the day there was not a single person within view xD. Not even staff, however we did not wait long till we were helped. We ordered a bunch of side dishes and dumplings. We were left to our own reading as the service wasn't too helpful with explanations but the menu wasn't too complicated so that helped. We ordered a small and a large but they came out the same size so unsure if they misheard us or not but we ended up eating everything anyway so it worked out in our favor. Overall the food was comfort level and satisfying but not really enough. The beats were a good texture but the pickled vegis couldve used more zing and crunch. I think this place feeds better as a togo experience than a dine in but still a treat!

This is an upscale modern Canadian restaurant in Cedar, BC, technically the greater Nanaimo area…read more We made reservations for 6pm dinner on a Saturday, and we were promptly seated. There are lots of parking available both the main lot or the side lot that takes you to the back of the restaurant. We got beef carpaccio, calamari dijonnaise, and lingcod to share, as well as a glass of red and white wine from Vancouver Island. We were served some small fish bites as amuse bouche which is a nice touch and pretty common in nice restaurants like this The beef carpaccio was super fresh and contrasts well with the texture of crispy sunchokes. Very aesthetic and well executed Calamari dijonnaise has a sharper flavor from the sauce, and the calamari is lightly battered but still crispy. A heartier dish for an upscale restaurant, but it works well as we were quite hungry after lots of walking that day Lingcod is more Asian fusion take of an entree, so I am a fan. The crispy rice is super flavorful albeit on the oilier side, and the cod itself is very fresh. Every bite has a bit of sophistication from all the ingredients around alongside fresh vegetables like pickled beet. The wine pairs well with the dishes. Service is excellent as I was very thirsty and the server kept up well with water refills. They clean up plates in between courses and checked up on us a few times and had a nice yet brief conversation to keep the energy flowing. Don't forget to take a walk outside before or after dinner! It's a small nice garden, quite romantic. Overall, I would recommend this place tucked in a bit away from Nanaimo, and it is worth the journey whether you rideshare or drive or transit.

The dining room is charming, cozy and has great ambiance! The servers are pleasant, attentive,…read morepatient, not rushed, thorough, and their timing is perfect. The dishes we have had there are unforgettable...and we keep coming back for more! The Chef is stellar, creative and on Wednesday nights you get to discover the pre fixe menu that he designs...and we are excited to sample these delectables next Wednesday evening! This will be our fourth time at the Mahle House! It is WORTH the drive out to Cedar!

I'd seen this place mentioned on Reddit so decided to check it out for a light lunch. It's dark…read moreinside, but then again that's pretty traditional remembering back to my time in the Balkans. Big tables, Serbian pop music playing, and attentive service. I ordered the cevapi with bread and a bowl of veal soup. Both were hearty and well seasoned. Thankfully the cevapi came with a nice heap of onions. If I had a complaint, it would be that the bread has a tougher crust than the Bosnian somun. Also I would have appreciated some kajmak (thick cream) along with the ajvar. But I think it's a place I will visit again to try other things on the menu

Balkan Platter meats were cooked perfectly, so tender and flavorful. Seasoned rice complemented the…read moremeal very nicely. It was meant for two but could honestly feed a patty of 4 very easily, took the rest of our meal back for lunch tomorrow!! Waitress was very sweet and efficient. Definitely would recommend grabbing a bite here!

Great service AND The Food was outstanding!!!! Gets Busy on The weekend AND parking od s…read moreChallenger. Make reservations.

If you've never had Serbian food before, you have to check Tenen out. It's like a mix between…read moreMediterranean food like Greek food with German food. There are a good variety of pork dishes but I ordered a steak. It was bacon wrapped and within the steak was oozing cheese. The steak was seasoned perfectly. It was accompanied by a tomato based sauce that complimented the slightly salty steak very well. It also came with a basket of fried potatoes and a side of cucumbers and tomatoes dipped slightly in vinegar and salt. The service was attentive and on point giving recommendations based on my taste pallette. The dining area was small, maybe enough for a total of 30 people dining max at one time. The ambiance was very quiet, enough to talk and converse without having to raise your voice. Lots of wall art depicting either famous people or places from Serbia. I noticed several Nikola Tesla pictures. A destination to totally visit and wisk you away to the food joys of Serbia. Side note: in the men's bathroom, the walls are plastered with praise to Novak Djokavic (one of tennis legends) and Nikola Jokic (a current legend in basketball).

We had dinner at Woodstone Restaurant on a day trip to Galiano Island during the summer. They have…read morea nice patio with a view of the fields/meadows. You may spot a few horses during your dinner! The seafood chowder was highly recommended so I had that as my entree. The seafood was fresh and cooked perfectly. There were jumbo prawns, fish, mussels and clams. I enjoyed the taste of the broth as well. For dessert, they had a special Japanese style cheesecake which was light and fluffy and accompanied with ice cream, a sprinkle of nuts, and edible flowers. Great friendly service as well!

This restaurant has a beautiful patio nestled overlooking meadows and fields where horses roam in…read morethe distance. Very tranquil setting.. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming, and Anita in particular was awesome. We asked for recommendations and Anita recommended the Seafood Chowder to start which was to die for!!! Best one my Gf and I have ever had anywhere.. For the main dishes we had the Rack of Lamb, and the Beef Bourguignon and both very delicious and very tender. The owner Roxanne and Stephan came by and mingled with everyone and I have to say are incredible hosts and have done an amazing job with the place and the staff. Did I mention they have a 3-Michelin Star Chef?!! We will definitely be back and highly recommend this place to any and everyone to stay, relax, enjoy great dining and unwind. Michael and Teresa:)

We are staying at the Villa Eyrie Resort. The restaurant in the resort is the fabulous Alpina…read moreRestaurant. We were able to have 3 meals here. We were taken care of by Julia and Sarah , one other gal too . Everyone here has been very knowledgeable and friendly. All the food has been top notch . Eclectic dishes and flavors ! We had Scallops, Caesar Salad, Prawns . A stand out was the Tiramisu for 2 done at table side . Some of the best we have ever had ! Breakfast we had Montreal Eggs Benedict, Bloody Mary, Baileys - Coffee . I had the Beef Short Rib Breakfast bowl w/ poached eggs. A side of toast . Such a large and tasty brunch ! For dinner we had Beef Stroganoff Rigatoni and Jagerschnitzel w/ Spatzell . Just wow, such wonderful meals . The Resort and restaurant are highly recommended! Oh, and the views from the restaurant are breathtaking.

What an Incredible 40th Anniversary. We had incredible time…read more Staff go beyond seeing to your needs. Mussels are so delicious! Rye-sourdough butter with Garlic aloi is the best! Thank you .

Absolutely amazing!!!! Truly incredible vegetarian food. Everything was very salted in the best way…read morepossible..... like it was all perfectly salted and extremely flavorful. The atmosphere was great too, very relaxed. Highly recommend this place :)

I absolutely love this place! Great outdoor space to hang in the summer, amole indoor seating…read moreupstairs for colder months. Great beer and a huge delicious all vegetarian menu with tons of vegan options. They have weekend brunch and full lunch and dinner menus during the week. This is one of my favorite Bellingham spots for vegan options, and I try to make it on every trip! They have shakshuka they can make vegan with tofu, vegan beer cheese as an option for pretzels or smothering burritos, and pierogi and latkes. It's delicious! Super kid-friendly, almost every group at brunch had a toddler. And the folks who working there are very friendly and helpful.

We went there for dinner…read more The Greek soup was very good The roast lamb was some of the best we ever had, the rice was a bit bland The pita bread was different but better than the usual pita bread you get The dessert was quite good

Wonderful! First time at Kiki's last week. Enjoyed the Sambuca Prawns, Spanakopita appetizer and…read morethe Caramel Crème for desert. Amazing flavours. Beautifully prepared. The Sambuca Prawns were large, succulent and plentiful. The sauce is fantastic. Lovely Spanakopita with scrumptious house tzatziki. And the desert - beautiful. The best. If you are a fan of flan, you will love this dessert. Back again this week for the roast lamb - which is usually not a favourite - but Kiki's slow roasted lamb was absolutely the BEST! So tender and delicious, not at all gamey. I LOVED it! Served with a nice Greek salad, yummy house tzatziki and pita, rice and greek potatoes. Had to have the Spanakopita appetizer again - that good! And definitely the silky, delectable Caramel Crème. YUMMM! What a great place. Like coming home. So welcoming. Incredible, warm, friendly staff. Highly recommend this authentic Greek restaurant. Parking: Great to have easily accessible and free parking at the back of the restaurant as well.

Polish sausage was delicious and you can get all the authentic spices and ingredients for your…read moretraditional dishes. The Polish bread is delicious too! The owner is very friendly and makes great recommendations. Sincere and honest! Thank you!

I buy the pickled herring (in jars) bi-weekly…read more Their "Ukrainian" sausage is a 'STANDARD' Blood sausage (more fragrant when slices are fried) is a European and UK Midlands standard. Wander around and try something new (good or horrid) every week. European style cured meats Ask. they know their foods. [ Bonus free sausage with large purchases ] Lots of special Christmas imports (in season). Ask! And in spring/summer, get a take-out of potato salad, sausage, chocolates, fizzy drinks and have a picnic in the parks 100 metres away.