Super friendly and cute place…read more We went close to close and the staff still let us come in and enjoy a quick little wine sesh The back spot wash set up so cute for pics too

What a phenomenal little find in Anacortes. The proprietor, who was also working that night, also…read moredesigned the interior of this space, which is so stylish! Great service and a nice selection of wines. We didn't eat there, but the charcuterie boards look divine.

What a hidden gem!! Stopped in for a quick glass of wine but ended up trying a couple small bites…read more Service was absolutely fantastic. What made this place stand out to me the most was the bartender whipped up the most absolute AMAZING espresso martini I've ever had. Just happened to have a conversation about how much I love a good espresso martini. I've had many but this place wins 1st place! There was also live music later in the evening and the environment was very casual and up beat. I will definitely be returning for another espresso martini in the near future! Tons of wine options to choose from.

I heard about this place on a podcast (ITM) and wanted to go to a celebratory dinner somewhere new…read more The drive to Blaine was super easy, the location is convenient, and there is ample parking. There is definitely at least one back room, but the main dining room is a bright, airy space that has access to a patio where may even be some live music playing. The tables are gorgeous - all live edge, which might create a bit of an issue if you have short arms and are used to stealing bites across the table, but they are absolutely beautiful and a nice nod to the area. The wine list is extensive and a bit overwhelming, but the service is happy, friendly, and very knowledgeable. In fact, I love when servers don't know, admit it, and find the answer for you - it's humble and shows they really care at getting you what you want. We got the orange wine, which is a new favorite of mine. It's like a rose for reds. Rose:White::Orange:Red. More savory, still light, and best chilled. We had the beet hummus app, which is definitely best eaten with your hands. It's light and delicious. We had the miso black cod, a personal favorite, and the lasagna for dinner and while both were good, the accoutrements with the cod were the true standout. Amazing and I could probably eat two of them. As the restaurant operates on a seasonal menu, we had a strawberry rhubarb cobbler for dessert. I know there is Sunday Brunch, and I can't wait to try it. It's not the cheapest, but it's one of the nicer restaurants in Whatcom, and is definitely worth your pennies. Everything about it makes for a truly nice experience, and we'll definitely be back.

Unfortunately I think 1881 has grown too big for their britches, over an hour to be served food and…read morevery little contact from servers. I am re- thinking if this is a good choice. Food was OK but not stellar. High hopes but major let down. Sorry to say I will be hesitant in coming back.

My Wife and I found ourselves in Chilliwack BC for Lunch and stopped in at Fortitude wine bar…read more People were friendly and Monica the owner stopped by to chat, which was fun. Decor was great, cozy and warm with a hip and luxurious feel. We tried some new wines for us, staff were informative and helpful...wine was great! Food looked beautiful and tasted great. We had the flatbread as an appetizer very tasty. My wife had the grilled romaine salad and I had the spinach salad both were excellent. When in Chilliwack this is a great place to stop for lunch or a few glasses of wine.

Our ship excursion to a wine tasting. This was the start of the season and we were the first and…read morethis was her first tasting of the season. and Albert were the ultimate . She first offered us a taste of the wine that she made. It was a rosé. This is a special wine since Bex was a winemaker who lost her vineyard in an earthquake. There were two surviving cases of rosé, and we got to taste from one of them. Needless to say it was a superb rosé. We were then offered an option of red or white. Our group chose the white and a sparkling wine., A Chardonnay, a rosé, and our choice. When I mentioned a specific wine that I liked, she was quick to offer me a tasting of that. It was a quite unexpected pleasure. Along with our wine, we were given a description of the vineyard and the specific attributes of-the wine. snacks of peanuts and a charcuterie were . The setting was $1 million view of the harbor. It's an experience I would

Service was very poor. We were asked what we wanted, when we ordered, the person said ask the other…read moreserver. She served other tables who came after us. We ordered food, didn't even see it by the time we asked for our check. No apologies. The ambiance and the view are great. Otherwise, for a Saturday evening they were not prepared at all.

Great wines and phenomenal charcuterie boards…read more The owner is a retired chef who's passion is wine (and pairing it with delicious things). I stopped by for a glass of wine and ended up leaving with 2 bottles plus a new appreciation for Washington GSMs and pinots! Purchased a 2017 GSM (grenache-syrah-mouvedre) from Latta, Columbia Valley AVA ($25) and a 2019 Syrah from Rockgarden Vineyards, Walla Walla AVA. Looking forward to trying both soon! Definitely splurge in the charcuterie boards; they are works of art!

My Queen and I stopped by at 6:58 to grab a bottle of wine, since the sign said open. There was a…read morerope across the entrance, however there were people inside at a table as well as outside.. Can't say for sure, but all the people there were Caucasian and we are not, sooo... Gonna take a stab in the dark, but I bet the owner is white too, which could mean our money isn't good there.

Met my cousin and his wife for lunch. The decor of the establishment is very nice and modern,…read moreclean/ sleek. Our server was wonderful and he was always positive and upbeat, able to handle questions and requests with ease! After perusing the menu we ordered. I ordered the lemon pepper calamari for appy, Mediterranean lamb burger for main sub reg fries for cajun+$2. Wifey got blackened shrimp/ avocado tacos. Cousin got fish tacos too start and the beef dip w onion rings. His wifey got the.. uh oh I can't remember. Ahi Tuna sandwich? The lemon pepper calamari was cooked perfectly, crispy batter good flavor. The sauce could have used a bit more but over all very good calamari and good portion size! The lamb burger was very moist, decent flavor and over all very nice. Bun nice and soft, seasoned perfectly. Was i amazed no but was i satisfied. Yes. The fries were decent, nothing special. The Cajun seasoning was ok but for a $2 dollar up charge.. I'd prob just stick with regular fries next time. Wifeys tacos looked delicious, I didn't try so cannot attest to the flavor. From my meal, decent flavor and serving size. Would return but imo price wise a little on the high side for what you get. But that's my opinion. Fresh food and made right with good service, can't go wrong with that!

Food: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5…read moreService: 2.5/5 We came here with my family to celebrate a birthday (6 of us total) on a Sunday afternoon and found it overall to be just ok. Even though the restaurant was mostly empty, everything took a really long time! The waitress (there looked to only be one for the whole restaurant) took a long time to come grab our drink orders then our mains, and the food took a long time to come as well. 5/6 of the dishes had come for around 10-15min before we had to flag down a waiter to remind them to bring the 6th one out which was unfortunate as that person started eating later than the rest of us. The fries were also all cold and we had to ask for new ones (which also took a long time to arrive). One positive point to mention here was that everyone was very nice throughout the whole experience. As for the food itself it was overall pretty good. The happy hour menu had a good selection to choose from and everyone seemed pretty happy with their meal choices (baja tacos, clam chowder, chicken strips, chicken ceaser wrap). I got the grilled cheese which came with a vodka sauce side and it was yummy but not worth the $17 (especially since it didn't come with a side). The bistro salad I ordered on the side was good though! Overall it would have ranked higher had the service scuffles and slowness not occurred, but I would say it's very average pub food at best.

Ambiance and Decor: Quite quaint and dark. Try to get a seat near the front window; they'll light…read morethe table tealight once it get a bit darker outside. They have some bar-height tables made out of some barrels - I would not sit here. Service Quality: Staff was attentive and knew the menu well. They recommend getting a wide variety of dishes since it is tapas. Menu Variety: Great selection of spanish tapas. There's fish, meat, seafood, veggies - there is something for everyone. You won't find the lesser known tapas here - just the main popular ones we all know. Food Presentation: Simple, nothing crazy here. Plated with intention. Food Taste and Quality: Food came to the table hot and fresh out of the kitchen. Some of the patatas bravas were a bit undercooked - for me there was a bit too much sauce here. They also have the shishito peppers here - even though 1 out of 10 are spicy, it was more like 5 out of 10 were spicy. Luckily they were all grilled to perfection. The cod fritters were great, would order again. Portion Sizes: You'll need to order at least 5 dishes for a table of 2. Drink Selection: Simple cocktail menu with a spanish twist to them - if you really want to call it a "spanish cocktail". Price and Value: Good value for money, priced just right. Overall Experience and Recommendation: Make sure you make a reservation cause if not you'll be waiting and by the time you look for another restaurant for dinner - everything will be closed (cause its Bowen Island). I tried it, I would try the other restaurants on the island first before coming back.

Pretty fantastic! I was in Bowen Island for a yoga retreat…read more Most places were closed limited options. We were happy this place was open, we were not disappointed. Spanish tapas style, we ordered about 6 dishes and bread and we were pretty full. Also sangria. Food was fantastic, everything we ordered had so much flavor, my favourite was the orzo salad and the shrimp. A little surprise that Bowen Island had this little gem. Due to Covid protocols only patio was open, which worked fine for us, also set up socially distance. Great service. Recommend you making reservation, we didn't but came right when they opened lucked out with a table. It got pretty busy 15 minutes after we arrived. Overall, I was very impressed. We will be back!

Wonderful Hot and New wine and dessert bar! Stopped in after a long day of walking the Anacortes…read moreArt Festival. Wine was lovely Riesling from WA state, and very easy to drink. My mom had the blueberry tea over ice, since the afternoon got hot. The tea was wonderful and caffeine free. Stop in, the owners is wonderful and welcoming. They even have a cute patio in the back and outside seating up front to enjoy people watching. Cheers!

Indulge is a wonderful wine lounge. They definitely know how to make their costumers feel welcomed…read more We just happened to walk by and wanted a glass of wine.....well 4 hours later, 2 bottles of wine, 2 food boards, and dessert...it was closing time!! Truly you must try the desserts..AMAZING!! You must try a little of everything! We will definitely be back next time we are in Anacortes! Thank you Angie and Jessie, truly gracious hosts!!

Great summer spot for friends gatherings, or a romantic day out with a loved one…read more The service was superb, they have lots of drink options from wine, mimosas, slushy, or beer. It is 21 and over, but lots of areas for kiddos to run around. The rooftop has amazing views of the summer sunset.

From the owner: Outdoor wine bar in Bellingham at the Portal Container Village! Seating and upper patio deck…read more Great wine (local and far away)! Adult only, dogs allowed. Bring a cooler or pick up dinner in one of our local food choices, Riviera Club, Zeeks Pizza, next door, and lots of other choices! Fall hours are Weather Permitting! Outdoor seating. Call with any questions, 360-922-4610. We are closed for the Winter. See you in May 2026!

Starla's Tavern is incredible! I loved Blotto on Capitol Hill in Seattle and was so sad when they…read moreclosed. But I was so happy when I saw that Starla's Tavern was opening in Bellingham! The menu is much the same, and executed flawlessly. We had the Pepperoni & peppers pizza, with pepperoni that cups perfectly and just the right amount of Mama Lil's to make it interesting but not too spicy. The potato leek pizza was delectable, and the Blotto burnt potatoes with Labneh and chili-vin has my mouth watering just writing about it. Paired with an exceptionally funky Orange wine, this will be my go-to whenever I'm in Bellingham. Be mindful the place gets busy! Staff is kind and efficient. You'll love this place!

Cozy, casual wine bar but that dinner mean lack luster or boring. A strong wine line up is…read moreavailable for selecting from the board inside with help from their knowledgeable staff, if needed. Wine pours, or bottles, are served up alongside changing plates of bites that are great for snacking or sharing. This is the perfect spot to sit and share wine, food, and a good time with your friends or family and maybe relive some of Blotto's good ol' times. Like what you drank? They offer a well curated selection of bottles for retail, mostly from Europe. This neighborhood bar hits the spot.