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    Paws For A Beer

    4.5 (72 reviews)
    InexpensiveBeer Gardens
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Olive the Labradoodle

    Paws For Beer is an amazing concept. I recently relocated to Bellingham from California with my 10 month old labradoodle puppy who was in need of socialization. She immediately took to the place and in no time, she was running around and playing with the other dogs while I enjoyed a great beer. For me, it was an opportunity to socialize with other humans. Everyone was so pleasant. It was a great experience . The owner and the other people who work there are such a pleasure.

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    Great place for the dogs and people. Grab a drink and let the dogs release their energy. Super chill place

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    Nolan L.

    LOVE THIS PLACE!!! This is by far our dog's absolute favorite place. Its like the doggie version of Cheers, it doesnt take long before the super friendly staff know your dog by name. The staff are all fantastic. Its a great place to enjoy a beer or even coconut water and lets your dog socialize. The also do lots of fun events throughout the year that are so much fun like doggie Halloween Party, Ugly Christmas Sweaters, live music, and adoption days!

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    Marian H.

    This was my first visit here. Tonight is Trivia Night and it is hilarious. We are not participating as we are supremely ignorant of the DC Marvel idiosyncrasies. Sage against the Machine has fantastic food. We had the 'Not'chos' burger bowl. You can bring your dog, or not. ( we don't have one) It is a fun place good beer and drinks and food.

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    Sam S.

    We stopped off for a beer when visiting fairhaven from out of town. We don't have a dog but they allow unaccompanied humans to hang out too. The staff was friendly, I like their selection of beers. They have a few draft and a ton of canned options. The place was very spacious and has lots of enrichment toys for dogs to play. Owners were good about picking up after their dogs right away. I'd go back again when in the area.

    Trish S.

    Dear San Diego Business Entrepreneurs, take a gander at this concept! How charming! How relaxing! How far far away up in Bellingham... whomp whomp. Do us dog lovers a solid and open a puppy beer garden round here, would ya? I'd do it myself, but you know, I'm on that #fivestarcareer grind. As mentioned above, beer + dogs + garden/park atmosphere is a win. You enter (pup or not, all are welcome) grab a can of whatever from the extensive collection of options and wonder out to the grounds where you'll find a mish mash of seatting options. Furry friends roam about freely playing fetch and catching up on the fire hydrant gossip. Dog parents drink and admire eachother' s four legged offspring. It's delightfully casual. The footprint of the grounds is significant too, it takes up a whole corner of a block. (Important to note because it's size is what makes it, I think) The boo and I were celebrating our 10 year anniversary with a little tour de Fairhaven and happened upon this spot. No animal accompanied us, but we were greeted by many a wagging tail regardless. I snagged a delicious watermelon cider and we hung out for a half hour laughing at the antics around us. Loved it, would go often if I lived back in the 'ham again and as a former townie I love seeing this type of place thrive. Is it well groomed or manicured? No, not at all, but it's a solid win regardless.

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    Sarah J.

    I've been going here for a couple months with our puppy Remi and it's our new favorite place! The staff is great and our pup has so much fun. It's so funny just now watching dogs be silly with each other and I love how you can drink during it. Trivia on Mondays is always fun. I'm excited the weather is getting nicer so we can go more often! Highly recommend if you are a dog person.

    David P.

    Stopped in for a beer as unaccompanied humans. We were traveling and sans puppers so we needed to get our fix. Such a fun spot!

    Victoria S.

    Doggie heaven! Have a dog and want a dog park feel with a beer? Love dogs but don't have the ability to own one? Wherever you are in your life, this is THE place for all dog (and beer/cider) lovers. Think they'll have a limited drink selection? Think again. There were tonnnnsss of options. Beers, ciders, even multiple gluten free beers! I was able to try a few different options all the while meeting new dog friends. What better way to spend a day? Honestly, I hope this is what Valhalla is like!

    Open concept and nice wood floors.
    Denice R.

    SUCH a cool idea! SUCH a neatl place! A really great addition to B'ham. Grats to Rylan Schoen for moving on the idea and grats for all the Kickstarter contributors who helped bring Paws For A Beer to Fairhaven. A swell place to have an adult beverage and play with your dog and let your dog play with other dogs. It's a total WIN-WIN. Membership: ONE DOG $5/day or $20/month or $100/year. TWO DOGS $8/day or $30/month or $165/year. Just recently opened, I'm sure Paws For A Beer will grow and develop over time and I anticipate a full house in Spring and Summer. I like the rules regarding vaccinations and such and the two dog per person maximum. I like the propane fireplace outside. I like the large dog area and provided toys. See you there!

    Crystal T.

    (October 2021) We came up to visit some friends in Bellingham, they recommended this place and it did not disappoint. There's a large fenced area outside where the dogs can run freely, but there was also plenty of seating for you to enjoy a drink while your doggo plays. Would definitely come back again!

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    Fun for dogs and you get a beer what could be better. Great place to be for good dogs!

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    Cool place! We stumbled on it waiting for a dinner cruise next door. We didn't have a dog but fun to pet everyone else's.

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    Great place to take a load off and let your dog make friends. So relaxing. Had a cider while waiting to see the band.

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    This is a great idea! Wonderful relaxing and friendly atmosphere while the pups play!

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    Grats to Rylan Schoen for moving on the idea and grats for all the Kickstarter contributors who helped bring Paws For A Beer to Fairhaven.

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    4.1(486 reviews)
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    First of all, my server, Sierra, was perfectly awesome. She answered questions, was timely and…read moreservice-oriented, and she gave great food and drink recommendations. Wonderful food and drinks. I started with oyster shooters (Willapa Bay) along with a Lion's Tail cocktail. Sierra said the bourbon and lime complement each other. I wouldn't have thought so and thought it a bit of an odd choice. But she was right and I was wrong: it was fabulous. One of the most delicious drinks I've ever had, for my tastes. She gave me several recommendations for dinner. I picked the Jalapeño Chicken. It was luscious and flavorful, but the best part of it was my choice of Balsamic Brussels sprouts as my side--oh my! These were so delicious I ordered two more batches to have at home. Lovely espresso martini to end it all.

    Stopped by Bellingham to grab a quick lunch after hiking to Fragrance Lake. As a cat lover this…read morerestaurant really had me at the name already lol. I was happy to see steamed clams on the menu. I grew up eating fresh steamed seafood for dinner, so battered fried seafood that is more common here hasn't really grown on me yet. To me fried seafood is a fancy version of chicken nuggets. I loved the clams, so light but bland. The sauce is full of umami flavor, drizzled with some fresh lemon juice, it was like a summery beachy afternoon in a bowl. I could easily dip a loaf of toast with it if I had one. The clams were fresh and meaty, nothing to complain about with this dish. My partner had the grilled cheese, and he said it was mid. He's vegetarian, and I don't like cheese, so I didn't bother to try any of his meal to do my own fact check. The staff were friendly too. Overall, this is a nice place to grab lunch when visiting Bellingham.

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    4.0(498 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This spot is perfect for a scenic dinner--especially if you time it for sunset. They offer both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. The patio can get a bit chilly, but it's worth it for the view, and they do have heaters available. I started with a salad, followed by the Keenan's burger with a garbanzo bean patty, and the soup du jour. All three were delicious. The complimentary bread served with garlic herb spread was a wonderful start--aromatic and very satisfying. The salad had a great balance of fresh vegetables and toppings. On a cold day, the soup was especially comforting. The burger itself was well prepared and flavorful. The staff was polite and attentive, though they seemed a bit overwhelmed due to a large party seated next to us. Another nice perk: there's a boardwalk and beach right next door, making it a great place for a stroll before or after your meal.

    You know that place that you love and then keep forgetting to review? This is one…read more Short Answer: The food is fantastic. The venue is incredible. The service is amazing! A Bit Longer Answer... Keenan's is somehow still a bit of a hidden gem in Bellingham, WA. How that is, at least for visitors, is beyond me. It is located in the absolute best hotel in Bellingham, the Chrysalis in Fairhaven, a delightful part of Bellingham, WA. You will want to stay there, just saying, and their spa? Oh my gosh...but I digress... A few weeks ago, while staying overnight, I took my brother-in-law to dinner at Keenan's. He dislikes...a lot. Forgive me, but one of his "super powers" seems to be in finding fault in any even somewhat nice restaurant. Something is always wrong with the food, the prices, and/or the service...yeah...but wait! Monty ate every bite and (wait for it...) did not complain once! Alert the media! Oh, happy day!! Okay, more details... I have had the pleasure of eating at Keenan's both in person at the restaurant and via their room service many times. BOTH ARE AMAZING! Their room service breakfasts are incredible! How they make their omelets as light and yet filling, EVEN WHEN DELIVERED to my lovely hotel room, is beyond me! Order their fruit, too, whatever it is they offer, order it. It will always be a beautifully flavorful addition to your meal. I can promise you your food will show up, even with room service, well-seasoned and ready to devour! Their dinners? WOW! I have had so many of their entrees, and each one is incredible. Their scallops are always perfect. Again, seasoned so that it complements the scallops without overpowering them. Their rib-eye is incredibly tender while still being cooked medium-rare, yay! And, their duck...oh my gosh! Hurray! I have to add, check their specials. I have never been steered wrong. Of course, a meal is almost as much affected by the service as by the food, right? They will treat you like a VIP, no matter who you are or what you order. How cool is that? I love that they have that ability to be attentive without hovering, nice! How funny is this? Their venue is stunning. There is no questioning that point. It is simply stunning! The cool part of that is that they cook like they don't have a view. Does that make sense? They don't just rely on that "wow" factor and assume you will just go there for the view. The food and service are even better than the view, and that says A LOT! Oh, shhhh...just saying, between you and me...Mia, our latest server, is a rock star! Can you tell I am a fan? Yep! Count me in! Go there, you will thank me!

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    1-Up Lounge - Drinks and mariocart

    1-Up Lounge

    4.2(33 reviews)
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    This place is really special. The way it is designed, you as a patron are encouraged to share the…read moreexperience of gaming which is hard to do. Most barcades will lock the patron in a singular experience exclusively and assume "this is what people want, right?" And while 1up knows that this is totally a valid part of a gamer's experience, they remember that sharing games with your friends is what makes gaming memories last. Thanks for creating the most unique and thoughtful space for really enjoying games and employing staff that understands that.

    I just love this place. They have something like 2500 games and every system from Atari to…read morePlaystation 4 and everything in between. So I can get my mario fix and check out some of the newer games. (Like the newest Tomb Raider on PS4!!!! Ahhh I love it!) This place is so nostalgic for me. One game I used to play a lot as a kid is Alex Kidd on sega. So much fun to play that and think of "the good 'ol days." They have happy hour everyday from 4-7. Which means the drinks (draft beer and a simple selection of liquor) are a bit cheaper and it is drink to play. If you don't want to drink it is $5 an hour for the first hour. Up to $15 for a day pass. Or $40 something for a month pass. Considering what you can get for that it is an amazing deal. They also have food. This is the only spot that made me consider not giving 5 stars, but I love this place even if they didn't have food. It was what I imagine all teenage boys eat while playing for hours in their basement. Frozen food they pop in a convection oven. And it is all nasty. However, I do watch people eating and they seem to enjoy it. Oh! This place is 18 and up after 8. They seem to be a bit easy on this rule, but just keep it in mind when you have a hankering to play some Mario at 9pm with a teenager. Lol

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    Corner Taphouse - Shady Grove! Toe tapping!

    Corner Taphouse

    4.9(11 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Loved this great find in Fairhaven. I found this on Yelp while visiting the area and was not let…read moredown. The beer selection was stellar and my group tried the german lager and the Scotch ale with applause. Food: I ordered a pretzel and it was HUGE. Fed 3 of us and the mustard was surprisingly amazingly good - definitely exceeded expectations. On top of that, there is free popcorn at this joint which is was fresh, tasty and unlimited. Service: the staff was outstanding. Friendly, smiling, ready to serve up samples without an attitude and knowledgeable about their product. Ambiance: loved it. There was some college football on which was watch-able but not too distracting and the variety of high-tops, couches, and regular tables was a nice mix. We opted for the couch-chair combo and they were comfy and not worn out.

    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!

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