Excellent wine bar w/ a great mix of charcuterie offerings, and an extensive variety of wines…read more The interior vibe is just amazing and very classy. A not-to-be missed stop for your Anacortes visit, or grabbing happy hour w/ friends.

Super friendly and cute place…read more We went close to close and the staff still let us come in and enjoy a quick little wine sesh The back spot wash set up so cute for pics too

Drove out the the Wack to have lunch with friends we hadn't seen in many years and went to the B&S,…read morethey picked. To be fair I had checked that area out as I know it's been revitalized in the last half decade, and the ratings were pretty good. It's a cool space with an upstairs that was not open, with a somewhat industrial look which is right up my alley. Give me open wood beams, conduit, bricks and an industrial floor and I'll move in. The service was top notch, Mackenzie was there when we wanted her, and understood we would be there a while catching up. For a younger server, she showed experience beyond her years, and was excellent. We should have tipped her more, and I hate the preset tip percentages. Typically don't use them, but I had a brain fart today. Three of our diners loved their meals. The lovely K loved the fish sandwich, our friends their B&S classic sandwich and most especially the Prawn Cobb salad. Unfortunately my Honey Thyme fried chicken sandwich was not good. Overcooked and black with a paltry amount of fries, not a good $23.00 meal. Would we go again, yes I would because I think someone just f'd my food up. If I was to get that again and it looked like mine today did I would for sure send it back.

Great food and friendly staff. Excellent happy hour prices. We often go for the fresh oysters…read more Fun and dog friendly patio.

A taste of pure delight at Ripples Winery & New Wave Distillery! From the refreshing Blueberry…read moreLavender Mockjito to the incredible Gin Flight featuring Disillusion, Lunar, Cascade, and the monthly special, every sip was a joy. And the food? That Butter Board with house wine jelly and the unforgettable Whipped Feta with Baked Peaches & Pistachios stole the show! Plus, their Mexican Street Corn Salad was the perfect fresh bite. So impressed by their commitment to local ingredients and sustainability. The service was wonderful with the staff - knowledgable with their offerings and checking in with us time to time. Thanks! The beautiful decor of their outdoor dining space made the experience even more special. It was a first time but not the last, next time we are in Abbotsford.

Beautiful venue and I really wanted to like this place, unfortunately everything fell short during…read moreour visit. I reserved a table on a OpenTable and had to wait for about 10 minutes to be sat down. All tables were full, and the table we were led to was very hot and blinded by the sun. We asked the server once another table left if we could move to a table that has a sun umbrella and some decent shades, she said no because another party reserved it and had already arrived. I was confused and told her I also made a reservation, so how come another reserved party has higher priority than us. She then apologized and said she didn't know I had a reservation (even I told her from the get go), and eventually arranged us to move. We ordered drinks and snacks. My cocktail came rather promptly, but my husband waited for 45 minutes for his sparkling wine flight, and they gave him a wrong order of red wine flight. He had to wait another 15 minutes, so totally one bloody hour for the correct sparkling wine flight. We ordered the whipped feta with fig & blueberry compote, and after an hour long they came another wrong order, the whipped feta with baked peaches and pistachios. It tasted decent, but it was still the wrong order nonetheless. The server just kept on saying kitchen is super busy and servers are insanely exhausted today. She didn't even offer to give us the new correct dish, or do anything to make up for it.

Wow. Just wow. Came…read morein for a wine tasting and ended up making an event out of it! Having a ladies day in Fort Langley and we stopped by Valley Commons for an impromptu tasting. Their happy hour runs from 2-5pm and includes cocktails, glasses of wine and wine flights. We indulged in a self-selected wine tasting (five, 2 ounce pours) and were so impressed that we ended up leaving with 3 bottles (2022 Rose, Stoneboat "Piano" brut, and Rosé Frizzante 2022). Colby, our connoisseur (and new BFF), was very knowledgeable and accommodating in answering our questions and offering suggestions. We will definitely be back for more wine! And also to kick it with Colby. I give them my strongest recommendations!

From the owner: Valley Commons is a way of gathering, of relishing in BC’s mountains and lakes, the sweeping…read morevineyards and abundant orchards. Here, you’re welcomed as family.

Never a bad time here. Fantastic and knowledgeable staff, fair prices, extraordinary views,…read moreexpansive selection. 10/10 will return.

As a wine lover, this is one of my favorite spots! Jeff is awesome and creates an incredible…read moreexperience for all of his guests. Whether you know a ton about wine or just want something good, he'll create a fun experience. I am so impressed by the selection and its diversity- there are awesome local wines but also cool representation from all over the world. I've tasted a lot of things, but every time I stop in, he has something for me to try that I have never tasted before! Always trust his recommendations. The shop itself is huge and full of amazing wines. The tasting list is diverse and large and they are super flexible in allowing guests to build their own tastings from the list. They also have some snacks! The outdoor area is right on the water and is absolutely lovely. I could spend the whole afternoon out there! For the past two years, my mom and I have joined them for their wine and crab cruises and nothing compares to them- absolute magic. This place is a total gem!

Really like the ambiance. Lovely lighting and the decor is inviting. We had the flights of red and…read morewhite wine and some appetizers: bread basket and pickled veggies. The bread was a bit tough, but may have been over toasted. Really loved the butter with bits of shallot. It was really delish and the service was friendly. Will definitely be back!

I heard about this place on a podcast (ITM) and wanted to go to a celebratory dinner somewhere new…read more The drive to Blaine was super easy, the location is convenient, and there is ample parking. There is definitely at least one back room, but the main dining room is a bright, airy space that has access to a patio where may even be some live music playing. The tables are gorgeous - all live edge, which might create a bit of an issue if you have short arms and are used to stealing bites across the table, but they are absolutely beautiful and a nice nod to the area. The wine list is extensive and a bit overwhelming, but the service is happy, friendly, and very knowledgeable. In fact, I love when servers don't know, admit it, and find the answer for you - it's humble and shows they really care at getting you what you want. We got the orange wine, which is a new favorite of mine. It's like a rose for reds. Rose:White::Orange:Red. More savory, still light, and best chilled. We had the beet hummus app, which is definitely best eaten with your hands. It's light and delicious. We had the miso black cod, a personal favorite, and the lasagna for dinner and while both were good, the accoutrements with the cod were the true standout. Amazing and I could probably eat two of them. As the restaurant operates on a seasonal menu, we had a strawberry rhubarb cobbler for dessert. I know there is Sunday Brunch, and I can't wait to try it. It's not the cheapest, but it's one of the nicer restaurants in Whatcom, and is definitely worth your pennies. Everything about it makes for a truly nice experience, and we'll definitely be back.

Great valentines dinner at the Lodge. We ordered the valentines strip loin steak and lobster…read morespecial, it came with sides and a great bernaise sauce. The Caesar has a great flavor and has crispy capers. Service was good. All of the staff are very polite and friendly.

Very disappointing experience. Service was very slow .. waited 15 minutes for our drinks on. Then…read more20 minutes for our appies which were just ok . Next was Caesar salad prepared at our table .. waited & waited only to have it arrive with our steaks ! Not worth the price at all . We will not return. Do not recommend.

Great summer spot for friends gatherings, or a romantic day out with a loved one…read more The service was superb, they have lots of drink options from wine, mimosas, slushy, or beer. It is 21 and over, but lots of areas for kiddos to run around. The rooftop has amazing views of the summer sunset.

From the owner: Outdoor wine bar in Bellingham at the Portal Container Village! Seating and upper patio deck…read more Great wine (local and far away)! Adult only, dogs allowed. Bring a cooler or pick up dinner in one of our local food choices, Riviera Club, Zeeks Pizza, next door, and lots of other choices! Fall hours are Weather Permitting! Outdoor seating. Call with any questions, 360-922-4610. We are closed for the Winter. See you in May 2026!

Stopped by for a quick matcha to go. Nice and comfy seating and friendly service. You can get the…read morematcha with regular milk, oat milk or almond milk. Comes sweetened.

A go-to spot for my husband and me. All the cocktails are fantastic, and a nice touch is the nice…read moreglassware they use. Convenient and on the corner with comfortable chairs, a great spot to relax after a long day.

Absolutely amazing chocolate. Their product is made right in Richmond by a family business,…read moreCharlie's Chocolate Factory. It's possible The Chocolate Shoppe is starting to become a hazard to my health but it's so good I don't care. The owners are friendly and the place has that small-town cozy feeling. Very much worth a stop.