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    Great Blue Heron Grill

    4.1 (69 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    GREAT BLUE HERON GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Prime rib hash
    Amy W.

    Wanted something for brunch. We were going to walk the Semiahoo spit. We thought we'd give it a try. So glad we did. It's a cute, unassuming little place. Maybe 15 tables plus a bar. It's a country club so it's right on the golf course. We entered the restaurant and they said to seat ourselves. Grabbed a table and Jen was our server. She was quick to offer drinks and helpful with the menu because MIL couldn't make a decision. But all decided, ordered the mimosa flight, which was fun and tasty. Husband had a Hefeweizen. They have an excellent selection of beers, wine, ciders, and cocktails. Ordered brunch which was delicious! MIL and I had the Hash and hubs had chicken fried steak. Food was delicious... did I mention that? Food was seasoned perfectly and the perfect portion size. So good!!! I'm so happy we tried this place because it was exactly what I was hoping for! Give it a try in the area. I can't wait to try lunch and dinner sometime!

    View from our table. Off the golf course w subtle lake view.
    Gina M.

    Food: fresh and really flavorful. My hubby n I decided to split 2 dishes. Prime rib hash: was very rich and a mild kick w the spicy peppers in the hash. Potatoes were done well and not mushy. Fl oboe profiles were full and really elevated for a hash. French toast: thick toast, not "eggy" in flavor. Subtle vanilla and cinnamon. Topped w strawberries, blueberries and fresh made whipped cream. Ohhhh sooooo good. Service: was good and Consistent. I wouldn't say anything in particular was a standout but we were able to enjoy a nice and relaxing brunch. Ambiance: it's an open floor plan and you can see the bar from the main dining room which has a fireplace and feels like a warm and traditional lodge / cabin feel. Located within the golf course. You can easily see lake and greens from many of the tables within the restaurant.

    Lamb pasta
    Mike M.

    Food was tasty Portions a bit small Scenery quite nice Recommended if you are in semiahmoo

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    Fen F.

    Nice cozy establishment with a great view. The lemon ricotta pancakes are to die for. We stayed at the Semiahmoo Resort so this was a convenient place for a Sunday brunch. The menu is fairly limited but food was decent. You walk in; the restaurant is to your left and the golf shop to your right. You can shop while waiting for your food. How cool is that? One stop for both of my favorite activities: shopping and eating!

    Char su ribs have the most amazing flavor!
    Jodi S.

    Dad and I really enjoyed our dinner last night! We ordered off the light and appetizer meal because we weren't very hungry and we still ended up bringing a box home! The french fries were amazing because they have the skin on and are salted perfectly. Dad had the wedge salad and it was just the right size and not too overly covered with blue cheese as someplace still. I had the char Sue ribs and asked for a side of vegetables which wasn't on the menu, but I was served a delightful plate of veggies. The char Su ribs were absolutely amazing and a bigger serving than I expected from the appetizer menu. Will continue to keep this as one of our favorite places in the Birch Bay area! As always, the view is wonderful the wait staff is attentive, the bartender is amazing, the manager stops by to say hello and the vibe is casual but nice.

    Lamb burger with sweet potato waffle fries! AND they do gluten free!
    Gar C.

    Excellent service, very attentive server with knowledge of the area and the menu. Perfect setting and delicious food from start to finish.

    Heidi M.

    Yikes.....I don't recommend..we came in because most dining spots were closed down or full on 4 of July weekend and COVID...and they were open and taking customers, so one star for that! The other star for their tater tots/onion rings...but the rest..no thanks. Scallops, ick...salmon I don't recommend...never had this bad of salmon ever! Not only was it dry but also fishy, tasted frozen. Prices were extremely high for such low quality of food. The servers were nice, but disappointed that it took so long...longer than acceptable to get food.. even during COVID...also our food was served in paper/cardboard container:(

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    Great place for dinner. Excellent food and nice relaxing atmosphere. We definitely will come back again.

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    Great place to go and relax and enjoy good food and drinks! Love the friendly service!

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    3 years ago

    I've been to this restaurant many times. The wait staff is always great. The food is delicious. The cooks are doing a great job.

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    Hailey is a perfect addition to the team. She's attentive and personable and efficient. The food arrived hot and she kept the coffee coming

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    Great menu, generous cocktails and friendly service overlooking a beautiful golf course - best kept secret in Whatcom county!! Will be back.

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    The Vault Wine Bar

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    Food is delish and such a great nice atmosphere. Been there twice and hoping to visit moreread more

    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.

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