Paws For A Beer

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Great beer. Had the IPA. Enjoyed sitting outside and enjoying the sun and beverage. Good service.read more

On a Bellingham Beercation popped in last week. To my delight the friendly beertender was... brewer…read moreDuncan! I always enjoy talking beer, styles and breweries w Brewers so I was in my wheelhouse. Stones Throw is a fun ... vacation vibe tap room... as it's tented and the sun is shining. Kind of broken up in to three spaces. The beer was delicious as the space was inviting. There was one regular bellied up to the bar that we made friendly conversation w about movies and such. Street parking is easy w a few spots across the street. Stones Throw should not be passed over, cheers.

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Southside Bar

3.9(24 reviews)

the beer selection is crap! chuckanutt kolsch- crap…read morestems IPA- ok Larrabee Lager- crap terramar cider- seriously cider! wander IPA - absolute crap model- acceptably crappy Miller High Life- seriously! Heidelberg Lager- are you kidding me!

Super rude manager who cannot read an ID - refused service because my real ID didn't look real to…read moreher. Will not be going back & will not recommend to friends! Absolutely unwelcoming environment.

Sardines, etc.

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The Black Cat

4.1(486 reviews)

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.

Entrance

Black Cat Breakfast with bacon and a side waffle

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Crab cake Benedict

Keenan's at the Pier

4.0(498 reviews)

0.5 mi

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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KALBI SHORT RIBS

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Hot Toddy, Molled Wine. Cheers.

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

The "dining" area

Some patrons enjoying the games

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The owners with some regulars

Estelle

4.1(64 reviews)

Love the vibes of this restaurant! It's on the pricey side but you can tell the ingredients are…read morehigh quality and the food is top-notch. Every single item we got was amazing but my favorites were the pretzel bread, duck fat fries, and roasted carrots. The pretzel bread is pillowy soft, the duck fat fries were so crunchy with umami flavor, and the roasted carrots had a delicious sauce on top with shallots. The duck confit was also cooked perfectly but I would recommend getting the orange glaze on the side since it was very sweet/bitter and could overpower the duck. The steak was also a little bit on the tough side when we got medium so maybe opt for medium rare.

The service is amazing and then to an altogether other level is the creative approach to food…read morepreparation!!! Took our niece and her boyfriend her for her birthday and everyone had delicious meals !!! When in Bellingham one must try this place

Lacinato kale pasta with pecorino, pistachio, and black pepper

Brussels with apple cider, ginger, and sage aioli.

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Dungenness crab pasta with 'nduja butter and Meyer lemon

Corner Taphouse

4.9(11 reviews)

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!

Retro video games.

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The Filling Station

3.9(380 reviews)

We have eaten here at least six times and keep returning because the food is delicious and service…read moreis great. We have eaten both fish sandwiches (Salmon and fresh line caught cod), we have also eaten burgers and salads and onion rings. Yum. The food is fresh and consistent. The servers have been excellent and the service is fantastic.

In B-ham for what has become a weekly trip. Have The Filling Station a shot & was impressed. The…read moreChuck Wagon burger is an interesting spin on a French Dip, what with its onion straws & roasted garlic aoli. The service was great. I will be back to try the El Camino!

Water and the bar.

American Pickers

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Triumph Burger

Flatstick Pub - Bellingham

4.4(33 reviews)

2.1 mi

My fam and I came up to Bellingham last month to celebrate my nephew's birthday and we had a great…read moretime playing mini golf at Flatstick! We're regulars at the Flatstick Pubs in Redmond and South Lake Union so it was cool to try a new course. The atmosphere here is chill and clean with plenty of seating for small or big groups. Also, the parking in their lot is free so don't park on the street where you have to pay. Admittedly, the golf course is not quite as fun as at the other Flatsticks because there's no wacky statues by the artist Henry or funny, crazy obstacles, but we still had a great time playing it. The staff here were especially nice, laid back, and friendly. Next time, we will play mini golf AND corn hole outside. We'll be back!

Gonna be honest here. It was rainy, we had a few hours to kill before our party and we walked here…read more Saturday afternoon, a round of mini golf and our mission was complete. Time had been killed. It was busy, a private party was going on and there were a lot of kids. Mini golf was fine, weird that you do the same 8 holes over again but whatever. Did not order drinks, or food but I'm sure it's fine too. Loud with a lot of TV's, so that served to aid in our time killing mission. Overall we prefer the Kirkland location, but we haven't tried the Seattle yet. That'll be next.

Lots of beers and ciders on tap!

Fun 9-hole putt-putt course!

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Fore!

Galloway's Cocktail Bar

4.5(72 reviews)

During a recent stay at the Fairhaven Village Inn (adjoining) we were excited about visiting…read moreGalloway's - based on the website's photos and posted menu. The place has potential but honestly disappointed. See photo below of the Hummus Platter. Really? Next came the "Baked Brie with Figs & Cherries" - which sounded delicious. No figs in sight - yes, a ramekin of baked brie with a bit of cherry in it, but... uninspired. We also ordered the Stuffed Potobello - and left most of it on the plate. Pros? It was close to our hotel, and has charming half-moon booths. Summary? Uninspired with potential.

Been here a couple times and I can say that it is an absolute treat! Not only is the staff…read moreincredibly welcoming, the cocktails are absolutely fantastic. This is what they mean when they use the phrase, curated mixology. They have crafted libations that will suit anyone's taste, and do so with excellent presentation and quality. This is a place that you go to and feel classy immediately upon walking in. Not so in a pretentious way, but in comfortable way. Also, their food menu consist of small tapa style food; The cheese stuffed dates are enough to send you to heaven! Excellent for a date night or night out with the girls/guys.