I should have wrote this long time back but missed. Only thing I remember is having a very nice…read moreexperience with respect to food and service (not to miss the ambiance) for a party of 6 at this place and food and drinks didn't disappoint any one of us. Definitely would go back if I am in the area.

Food was delicious, seriously loved the seafood chowder. And the cod tacos were super fresh!…read moreService was quite slow but it was busy and it's a perfect place to see the view no matter the seat you get.

This the best restaurant Bellingham has ever had. We were a party of 6 adults and two children…read more Everyone was thrilled with their meal. The service was excellent, the atmosphere lively but not overwhelming and we couldn't have been happier with the evening.

I came here with my mom to enjoy a nice dinner after a long week. We walked in around 4:45 and we…read morewere the only ones there, though it soon filled up while we were there. The dining room was elegant yet cozy, with great lighting. The staff was also very friendly and our waiter was very helpful in aiding our choice. We ordered the Focaccia bread, the salmon momtadito and the tonnarelli as our entree. The focaccia was the only dissapointing item as it was very basic in my opinion, which isn't bad but just nothing exciting to write about. The appetizer, the salmon montadito, was probably my favorite item of the night. It was served on focaccia bread and drizzled with a truffle honey butter and sat upon a mascarapone yogurt. It was elegant and it was incredibly flavorful. The sweetness of the truffle honey butter was a great contrast to the salmon itself, and all melted together to make an exceptional appetizer. The tonnarelli was a pasta dish we split and was also very tasty. The pasta itself was a thicker spaghetti like pasta served with plenty of crab. It was tasty and it satisfied and I'd likely order it again as I will be back when my sister's visit. All in all, a great restaurant to spend a nice night right in the heart of Bellingham!

Great food and great service! The ambience was nice too! Had some incredible Pothos plants, bigger…read morethan I have ever seen as a potted plant. Would love to know what kind of plant food they might use on them.

I like that you could try several kinds of oysters from the same restaurant, and they offer…read moredetailed description on the menu. The fish and chips were okay. Friendly service and nice environment with a second floor and open patio

The best food! This food is more expensive but so worth it. Very friendly staff , the food doesn't…read moretake too long it's a very nice cozy experience atmosphere in there. Cute window side tables with cozy lights!

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.

A consistently reliable go-to for me. Pleasant atmosphere, lovely and helpful staff, delicious…read morefood--great Happy Hour prices! My favorite of the evening was the prawn cocktail--this isn't your typical tiny shrimp soaking in red sauce in a fluted ice cream Sunday glass. Noooooooo. Fat gorgeous and juicy prawns laid down on swirls of very delicious sauce, served with a little side of arugula. Not to be too under-prawned, I also ordered the prawn farro salad. This, too, was a lovely preparation. I didn't enjoy it as much as I found the dressing on the farro a bit sweet for my taste--but I can change it up to an aioli or mignonette or something other upon request which will be perfect. The wonderful Gillian invented two n/a mocktails for me: a watermelon, basil spritz that was delightfully refreshing and an n/a Piña Colada--as they were out of pineapple juice, she substituted orange juice which I actually liked even better! Wonderful break in my day.

Service was nice Ambiance is nice hotel-bar vibes…read more I will say things on the menu can't be adjusted or subbed, maybe because it's cause it's a hotel and not a "restaurant-restaurant". But overall the had some good rich flavors on items, and some fun different fries.

I love and have used Barlean's flavored emulsions (i.e., both fish and flax/borage) for several…read moreyears now. I'm especially fond of the blackberry-flavored flax oil emulsion, but also the peach and mango-flavored fish oil emulsion. Great, cost effective way to get high quality Omega 3 fatty acids into one's diet sans the strong smell and taste of fish. (Flax and borage oil? Both can be equally unpleasant minus any attempt at flavoring agents, natural or otherwise.) I know that a longtime friend who lives in Washington routinely buys all her littleneck and Manila clams fresh from Barlean's, but I (a humble Okie) can only find Barlean's Omega 3 emulsions at Sprouts. (I use eBay and Amazon for purchases.) Two HUGE thumbs up for Barlean's emulsions!

Purchased a Coho salmon filet for $24.99 per pound. The fish had been held too long and the flesh…read morewas as soft as a farmed salmon. Purchased a Sockeye from Fred Meyer three days later for $14.99 (you would expect this to be a poorer fish) but it was far superior in taste and consistency. Price and quality would probably dictate from here forward.

Excellent service for a busy bustling Friday night. Our bartender Bri was absolutely fantastic. Bri…read moreand the cook on shift were the only staff serving a crowd of rotating characters and didn't miss! Bri makes you feel welcome and cared for the minute you are greeted with a smile. Food and cocktails are amazing for the prices and classic old school bar grubs. The most excellent fish and chips! Order at the bar and sit at a table for food service. Enjoy the ambiance of an energetic old school dive bar! And... buss your own tables, these women are working hard to keep the vibes alive and people smiling from the moment you walk in the door.

Came in on a Thursday night. It wasn't busy. Got beers and chowder. Waited a long time for drinks…read moreand even longer for chowder. Had to go to counter for check. Chowder was ok not great. We came based on reviews but would not recommend based on wait and indifference of our server.

I love Bellingham Cider Company! It's been a while and I was in the neighborhood so I wandered in…read more I had forgotten how charming I find the interior--and this was on a sunny day! Meaning I actually chose to be seated inside. Staff were wonderful as ever--new people to me this time: helpful and charming servers, Maysen and David, and excellent barkeep, Marko. The beverages were top notch as ever. I didn't find an old favorite on the menu, so I asked about a drink they used to have into which they infused magically with actual oiled smoke of some sort. I don't know if I ended up with that, but they brought me the Seasmoke which was so extraordinary. I loved the dry Black Cherry Cider and one other whose name I don't recall (blond...and a little citrusy nice). Truffle fries were nice. Kale Caesar Salad is scrumptious. I couldn't resist adding some of their fabulous crispy chicken. You get a supremely generous amount of chicken for a bargain--I ended up with extra for dinner. Terrific place. Glad I happened by...

The flight offered a good variety and the cider was good. Though I do prefer (maybe biased toward a…read moredifferent local company South of Bellingham). Pork belly was executed well, avocado toast was standard. I wish the fried chicken sandwich tasted a little less like KFC. Fries were good - not sure I would upgrade to truffle again. Service was standard. Not a fault of the restaurant but I tried to make reservations around 5:50ish and it told me no wait come on in. Arrived at 6:15 and was told there was a 40 minute wait. That's okay we walked through Maritime Park where the salmon were supposedly running but headed back due to safety concerns. However during daylight if there is a wait would be a good place to walk.

Saw the good reviews, so we decided to check this place out. The N/A Negronis we started with were…read morethe closest we've had to the real thing so far. The arancini balls are as good as others have posted about. The squid ink pasta was so-so. The Cacio e pepe was my favorite of the two. Loved that they offer "scarpetta" to mop up all the great flavors of the pasta. That allowed me to get a teaser of the sourdough that must make it in to the pizza, too. Finished off with a tiramisu, which had rich flavor. Looking forward to the next time! Our server was attentive, but not too much. We sat outside, which was quite pleasant.

The meatballs were not traditional but they were very tasty. The sauce was just slightly on the…read morewatery side but just slightly. The star of the show was the Brussels sprouts. The pizza was thin, had a good amount of fillings, and you could taste the sourdough. The cacio pepe was a bit overstretched as it had the consistency of udon. The dish was good though just not traditional.

We recently hosted a rehearsal dinner at Skylarks Cafe, and I honestly can't say enough wonderful…read morethings about our experience. Everything was absolutely amazing from beginning to end! The food was incredible. The passed appetizers were fabulous, the entrées were delicious, and everyone in our group was raving about their meals. I had the Peach Bourbon Braised Pork Shoulder, and it was truly magic in a bowl! It was one of the best dishes I've had, the Curry Salmon was also a huge hit! What really made the evening exceptional, though, was the service. Josie, Victoria, and Stella were amazing--so sweet, friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. They kept the drinks flowing, timed the appetizers and dinner perfectly, and made sure everyone was taken care of throughout the evening. Brad Hagen, the owner, was also wonderful to work with throughout all of the planning leading up to our dinner. Everything came together beautifully, and once we arrived, we were able to simply relax and enjoy this special evening with our family and friends. Our guests absolutely loved the food, the service, and the entire experience. Skylarks and their incredible team gave our guests of honor a rehearsal dinner we will always remember. We couldn't have asked for a better evening. Highly, highly recommend!

We had a bit of a mixed experience at Skylark's Hidden Cafe…read more After being seated, it took about 15 minutes before anyone acknowledge us. Several guests who were seated after us were greeted and offered water and coffee before anyone came to our table, which was frustrating. Once our server did come over, though, she was great--friendly, attentive, and took really good care of us from that point on. The coffee was okay, but I definitely would have preferred it stronger. We both ordered the Monte Cristo with breakfast potatoes. The sandwich itself looked amazing, and the raspberry jam was delicious, but unfortunately the meat inside was pretty dry. The breakfast potatoes were SO good and the tartar sauce was honestly some of the best I've had. At $25 for the Monte Cristo, I expected the sandwich to be better, and I probably wouldn't order it again at that price. There were definitely some highlights, but overall it was a bit of a mixed bag.