This place was, to say the least, unforgettable. I grew up in Bellingham but have never lived there…read moreas an adult. I visited Redlight on my dad's 62nd birthday. Not only were the cocktails delicious and intriguing, the food delectable, and the atmosphere spectacular. The service was beyond words. Anna was a wonderful server as well as a different server who helped when I asked for something, but additionally I spoke to a bartender who provided great recommendations for my father. When the food and drinks were served, my expectations were exceeded. In addition to all of the positive experiences, once we had closed out a customized birthday card signed by the entire staff was delivered to my dad. PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND VISIT THIS RESTAURANT!

We had a really good experience at Redlight and I'm already looking forward to going back and…read moretrying more of the menu! First, the cocktail menu is fantastic. It's been a long time since I've seen one this creative and extensive. If I wasn't worried about falling over, I probably would have ordered one of everything . I had the Song of the Siren, which was a perfect balance of sweet and tart without being too sweet. I especially loved the hint of white balsamic vinegar. It was surprisingly strong though, so one was plenty! My husband had Le Tigre, which had guava, passionfruit, pineapple, lime and Thai chili tincture. It had just a touch of spice and a really interesting combination of flavors. We both loved our drinks. For food, we started with the ribs and then ordered the pork belly bao buns and the hot noodle dish. The ribs were cooked really well and had a wonderful crispy/fried texture, but they were very lightly seasoned. If you really want to taste the meat, you'll probably love them. For us, they could have used a little something extra. A couple of fun dipping sauces, maybe something like a honey gochujang, would have made them amazing. Our waitress, who was extremely friendly, told us the hot noodles are one of their favorites. They weren't quite for us. There was definitely lots of flavor, but the sauce was pretty rich and dense and the dish had a good amount of spice. We each had about a bite and ended up packing the rest to take home. It sounds like it's a popular dish though, so I think this one is probably just personal preference. The absolute highlight was the pork belly bao buns. I was a little worried pork belly might mean a lot of heavy fat, but these were much more meat-forward, with the perfect crispness around the outside. The flavors were phenomenal and the bao itself was perfectly cooked. Definitely order these! Overall, really good food, wonderful service and one of the most interesting cocktail menus I've seen in a long time. We'll definitely be back.

We were wandering around in the dark and happened upon Matthew's. We loved it! And how lucky for us…read morethat it was Happy Hour! Our wonderful server, Seth, immediately and proudly proclaimed (with smile) that they use premium liquors for all their Happy Hour pours (at a mere $5!) I ordered the Rosemary Gimlet from their Unique Cocktails list: House infused rosemary gin, fresh basil, lime juice, simple syrup--it was total perfection. Nate, our second server, joined in the fun as we toured the photos of young stars. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful staff, delicious drinks. A fun time was had by all!

Great drinks, well informed bartender, and great windows!…read more Mojito was fresh and minty, I tried the experimental lager/liquor cocktail (crystal mourning) and it was funky but good. I'd go back ‍

After trying their Caprese Bruschetta, signature martinis and their burger sliders with crispy…read morekale, we haven't been able to stop going back. Atmosphere is great! Never busy when we go on a weekday around 7pm. Staff are so friendly and welcoming.

Ambiance is good. Martini was meh. Food was t made with the absolute cheapest ingredients…read moreavailable, and awkward. Like almost, but with weird ingredients like salad shrimp in the "gumbo" at least that's what they called it. It's a good location. Money could be made. Good ingredients done well isn't hard.

It's really hard to find cocktails under $10 anymore. The Orion is here serving up delicious and…read moreaffordable cocktails to Bellingham in style!!! I mean, look how cute my cocktail was??! When I went, most cocktails were $8. I was unfortunate enough to barely miss happy hour (5-7pm) when I went. During happy hour cocktails are $5 each. Other than the amazing deals for cocktails and snacks, the Orion is a very quaint and quirky bar. I love the space theme, vintage video games, small tables, and the separate more private room for larger parties. I saw some negative reviews about service. The night I went I was served by a very kind gentleman. He was slammed with a huge crowd and he handled it very well, and I didn't have to wait that long for my drink. I'll definitely be here again!

I've only had the opportunity to be here a few times so far, but it's always been such a genuinely…read morewonderful experience. Very fun room designs, great drinks, as well as incredibly sweet && helpful staff. I absolutely love it here, highly recommend! I'm hoping to return on a Wednesday next to enjoy more live jazz.

Finally! A bar that serves flavorful drinks that aren't too sweet…read more We were quite happy, even delighted I might say, with This Goes to Eleven and the Mezcal Old Fashioned. Thanks for having good drinks!

Stopped by while we were in Bellingham. We were able to get…read morea table quickly. Service was good. I had the Pork Belly Taco and Queso Fundido. The taco was delicious. The meat was very tender and flavorful. The queso was ok. It was a 3 cheese sauce. Overall, nice spot to hangout.

This is a great little place to catch some comedy, have a drink, or listen to some live music…read more It's cozy and they have a pretty decent tap list, which includes beer, wine, cider, and cocktails, and there's a limited food menu. You are also permitted to bring in outside food, which is convenient because The Filling Station is literally across the street. Parking is on the street which can be tricky on busy days, but a short walk doesn't hurt! Service is always friendly, and I have had a good time here because there's truly something for everyone.

I have the opportunity to visit the Corner Taphouse a few times this year with The Dude, and we…read morereally like it. They have a nice selection of taps (including more than just beer), some vintage video games, and offer live music regularly. On our most recent visit, we found one of our fave local musicians, Michael Dayvid, playing and managed to snag a cozy seat in the front row. We sipped our pints (I got an amber, Dude got an IPA) and enjoyed the show - right after a rousing game of Pac Man, of course. This is large space, so there's seating in the back if you don't want to be front row for the music. The service is friendly, too. Parking can be a little challenging, as it's only street parking, but it's not too bad. In a town that has a lot of breweries, but could use a few more cozy taphouses, Corner Taphouse fills a niche (especially in the Fairhaven area). I hope they continue to thrive!

Never disappoints! Service was great and prompt, food was delicious as usual. Great spot for…read morebrunch, lunch or dinner!

We were looking forward to trying The Black Cat after reading strong reviews. I had taken the day…read moreoff to have lunch with my wife, and we were excited to visit somewhere new. We were seated promptly by a friendly hostess at a table in DT Fairhaven, and our server was the bartender. After being seated, we waited a long time without anyone taking our order. We eventually asked if we had a server and were told it was him, with no apology or explanation. We ordered drinks and food, but after more than 40 minutes, we noticed two tables seated after us had already been served, finished eating, and were leaving. At that point, we asked for the check and said we would not be staying. About 15 minutes later, the server returned with our food instead of the check. We declined the meal and sent it back. He then asked if we wanted it boxed to go, which we also declined. His reaction suggested frustration rather than understanding. We never got to try the food, so we can't comment on it. The service, however, was well below expectations given the restaurant's reputation. This was lunch on July 15, 2026. We may try The Black Cat again in the future, hoping this was just an off day.

This place is super cute! The decor, the bar, and the vibes are all really fun. We ordered three…read moredrinks- beer, super graphic ultra modern, and guava coconut slushee. They were all really great, very cute and fit the overall vibe. We also got the crunch wrap and loved it- I'll be thinking about when I can come back for another one!!

A fun cocktail bar with delicious drinks, great vibes, and good people…read more They have a vegan Crunchwrap?! We'll have to come back to try it. We got a couple cocktails and they were all delicious. They have a game shelf by the bathroom for folks to play games like mancala or skipbo. The clientele were mostly hip and younger, but I saw someone 60+ come in and order a beer and sit at the bar by himself. I also overheard someone ask the bartender to "surprise me" with a drink, which seems like a fun option.

A wonderful evening in Bellingham, Washington, USA. Guinness available, along with a small menu. I…read morewill definitely visit again.

Bartender had a very weird power trip that came off as misogynistic. He was outside smoking and…read moreasked to see me and my partners ID before entering which we showed him with no issue. We took a seat at the bar and we ordered our round of drinks. He gave my boyfriend a Guinness (which was not a proper guinness weird to label this place as an irish pub) and gave me a water. He said I had to drink the water before he would serve me. I laughed it off and said I would never deny hydration and he stood in front of me and watched while I drank the entire water. Once finishing, he refilled it and said drink it. I had two drinks over the span of hours this night and was not drunk by any means. My partner asked if it was an Incel bar and the bartender said " I guess it is". Super weird place and the ambiance was non existent. We went to another bar down the street and I had two drinks with no issues.

Returned for brunch one Sunday and decided on the Shrimp & Grits. I was worried the red sauce…read morewould be too much and was wrong - I ate the leftovers for dinner / I'll be back that was amazing! Thanks

Went here for lunch. The staff were very friendly and attentive. I'm a BLT connoisseur, so I had…read morethe Sonic. It was right on point. Right balance of bacon, lettuce, and tomato. The horseradish mayo put it over the top. I will definitely come back for it. My counterpart had the Mariner, it was also amazing. We also had the deviled eggs, I'm a sucker for a good deviled egg. These didn't disappoint. If you haven't tried this place you are missing out.