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    Southside Bar

    3.9 (24 reviews)
    Open • 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Lilly M.

    Wow. The service here is amazing. This is my first time coming to Southside bar and the outside seating was perfect and relaxing. Despite being by the street I didn't even notice! The waiter was super cute, and I never know what to order so he made me one of his favorites and let me tell you, it was incredible. I've never had a variety of drinks that were so unique and delicious. So happy that I came to Southside bar today! A MUST GO!

    Karyn S.

    I have mixed feelings. I guess that means I might have to go back to give it one last try. I walked in and found a booth, no acknowledgement, bar tender and server at the bar talking, I was completely ignored. There are cute little signs at the table that tell you to order at the bar, I just didn't know you had to go to the bar to be acknowledged. The service wasn't welcoming. I got the feeling that if you came in and ordered a drink or left, they didn't care one way or another. I had questions about their drink menu, but the bar tender said it was his second shift, wasn't sure of all the drinks and were out of a lot of the ingredients. Uhm. I asked for him to create something and told him the kind of drinks I liked. He concocted a drink that was actually pretty good. Not worth the $9, though. Bar food menu didn't look very exciting and I'm not an oyster person. I liked the atmosphere inside, but not likely to return.

    Sardines, etc.

    Best bar in Bellingham/Fairhaven, for cocktails. Classic cocktails on the menu, great chill vibe, tasty snacks (sardines are a must). They don't have full meals, but that's ok because that's not what you go there for.

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    James A.

    The Southside Bar has it all: Booths, bar, Brian, a vintage photo booth, savvy attitude, interesting clientele, oysters... and Frank Sinatra! Chatted a bit with Frank; he said he did it his way. You really should check out this place... just don't take my spot at the bar.

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    Amazing service and drinks every time! I forget their name but whoever served us Thursday night was lovely!

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    1 year ago

    Manager kicked us out because our real ID's were "flimsy". Refused to let us speak to anyone else. Super frustrating and wont be returning.

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    2 years ago

    Great ambience and top notch cocktails. The staff and regulars are super friendly too.

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    7 years ago

    Gotta love an Oyster bar - this place has it all, including a vibe that says "screw it, let's have a drink."

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    7 years ago

    Best cocktails in fairhaven and a fun prohibition-era vibe. Neat oyster bar in the back I haven't tried yet.

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    Galloway's Cocktail Bar

    Galloway's Cocktail Bar

    4.5(72 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Connor is a genius! I told him I wanted a couple of n/a cocktails and that he could pick for me…read more(I'd like anything) or experiment on me. He chose the latter. OMG! Each used n/a spirits (n/a mezcal in the latter) and a symphony of sophisticated ingredients, which wish I tell you what. Each had a speared dried citrus slice and a luscious ginger bite (or something!) a top. The first had included honey, but it wasn't sweet--just complexified with a little snap to it that the honey smoothed; the second was a little sweeter in tone, including a bit of huckleberry along with the mezcal. (Connor might recall them by my play name for them. Inspired by a book in my hand on collecting meteorites, I nicknamed the first the "Extraterrestrial Visitor" and the second the "Heavenly Visitor.") They were so delicious I suggested he put them on the menu. If he does or doesn't, no matter. Just ask him if he has time to get creative for you. He'll ask you flavor tone preferences, or you can just go for whatever he wants to make, like I did. Again, he is excellent. I enjoyed my lovely drinks with a Caesar salad (another OMG!) which included crispy bacon bits and loads of tiny shreds of a delicious white cheese along with a creamy dressing. It was scrumptious as was the very lovely charcuterie plate. Pistachios, green apple slices, fat outstanding Castelvetrano olives (caution: with pits), a luscious pepper jelly that went beautifully dipped into with their choice of excellent crackers, delicately flavored salami and a prosciutto so elegantly-flavored it could make you weep. And it was lovely enjoying it all on their "porch" on a sunny day.

    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.

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    Galloway's Cocktail Bar
    Galloway's Cocktail Bar
    Galloway's Cocktail Bar

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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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    1-Up Lounge - The "dining" area

    The "dining" area

    1-Up Lounge - Some patrons enjoying the games

    Some patrons enjoying the games

    1-Up Lounge - The owners with some regulars

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    The owners with some regulars

    Corner Taphouse - Shady Grove! Toe tapping!

    Corner Taphouse

    4.8(12 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    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!

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    Corner Taphouse - Retro video games.

    Retro video games.

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    Corner Taphouse

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