In town for the night, we were looking for a place to watch the game and Northwater had solid…read morereviews, so we decided to give it a try. Our server was outstanding. They happily put the game on when we asked and were very attentive throughout our visit, which made a great first impression. I ordered the burger with bacon and blue cheese and requested no condiments. I think there may have been some confusion in the kitchen, as the garnishes were left off as well, but our server promptly brought them out when asked. Unfortunately, the burger itself was overcooked and lacked flavor. The ciabatta roll was only partially toasted, and overall the dish fell a bit flat. The fries, however, were excellent hot, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and absolutely delicious. I don't usually like coated fries, but these were a home run. My dining partner ordered the BLT and said the sandwich was great overall. We also shared the mozzarella sticks appetizer. They were a bit different from traditional mozzarella sticks, thicker cheese with a heavier breading. While they were good, I felt the order should have included six instead of four. Overall, even though we were one of only two tables in the restaurant, we had a great lunch, thanks largely to the excellent service.

We stayed at the hotel and decided to have breakfast here since it was convenient. We chose the…read morebuffet, which was fine overall. The bacon was okay, the eggs tasted like they might have been reconstituted, the English muffin was tough, but the white toast was excellent, thickly cut and toasted just right. The fruit and coffee were both okay. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and really tried hard to make sure we had what we needed. Service was definitely the highlight. The restaurant was clean and though there were lots of people there it wasn't too noisy. I was surprised to see how worn the booth seating was. It was convenient and quick, which fit our morning plans, but we decided to try other spots in town for the rest of our meals.

This review is way overdue. This is my go-to spot for special occasions…read more I first discovered this place about five years ago when my husband and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary. We had such a wonderful experience that we came back to celebrate our anniversary three years in a row. Funny enough, we always seem to get seated in the same booth and have had the pleasure of the same great service each time. The COVID years were the only time we didn't go. Tip: Order the tomahawk to share--it's the best dish hands down on the menu, in my opinion. The fat is perfectly charred, and the meat just melts in your mouth. Tip #2: Get the crème brûlée for dessert--you won't regret it. Must order: Brussels sprouts appetizer, green salad, Caesar for two, and the New York steak. Skip: Ribeye steak, escargot, and the seafood tower. Before the main courses, they provide a palate cleanser, which is a really nice touch. Reservations are recommended, but I've seen people walk in after an evening at the casino and get a table with only a short wait. There's a bar nearby where you can grab a drink while you wait.

We were a party of seven. Seated with no problems. We ordered steaks, salmon, ribs and were not…read moredisappointed. Our waitress was very busy with all of us but kept up with the orders, drinks and excellent service. I was a little disappointed to find Caesar salads are no longer made at the table and coffee no longer served in French press. The little things that make this restaurant special. The desserts were the usual with a lemon fluff added. No one liked that, all lemon, no sugar added. Of course, we will return

Really great Mexican restaurant in Bellingham. I have eaten a lot of Mexican food in my life and…read morethis one ranks up there! Delicious!

Stopped in on my way to Birch Bay. CT&FJ has an impressive menu. There were many things I wanted to…read moretry. I went with the Birria in taco form with the lamb and goat stew. Overall good. The tortillas fell apart on me. I just ended up throwing the left over meat & onions into the stew and eating it like soup. I will likely be back to try something different!

We found this colour-splashed BBQ paradise in Bellingham! Homeschool BBQ!…read more The Lineup: Combo Platter (Pulled Pork + Brisket) - best of both worlds Creamy Mac & Cheese (hot and cheezy) + Fluffy Biscuits The "Smoked Brisket Biscuit" (A mouthful in every sense of the word!) Two bottles of bbq sauce to try: original style and Carolina style. It's rare to find a spot where the atmosphere is as bold as the flavours, but Homeschool BBQ nailed it. 10/10--even the teen gave it a thumbs up. We'll be back for the ribs! It was a nice visit to Bellingham again from Vancouver, it's been a while.

The pulled pork was delicious. I loved the beans. The server was charismatic, kind, and helpful…read more The vibe was incredible. I'm from out of town, otherwise I'd be here regularly.

The owner of this establishment treats their employees terribly. After going into a situation…read moresimilar to bankruptcy, the employer lied to their employees up until their establishment closed. This resulted in many months leading up to the closure, of unpaid paychecks, last minute changes in people's work schedules, and a very unprofessional way of handling the situation. Even further, this employer did not provide a single W2 for access to taxes after the work year. Nor have they reached out to fix any of this situations. The legal circumstances of the restaurant are very shady, and I know my people of Bellingham want to support good practices in the workforce. Maybe this guy had learned his lesson, but I feel that the wraith of his actions and the closure of this establishment right now, is fit to the way he treated his employees. Karma is loud. You cannot abuse peoples service and provide paychecks late, for weeks on weeks. Then not even provide their tax return materials after a hardworked year for you establishment. Not to mention the endless loopholes that we are finding you used. Please do better.

Been here 10+ times and would go many times in the future but 3/5 due to the below…read more.. The food is amazing. Definitely worth going for the food. The service and management is a joke though, multiple times the server is stoned out of their mind, and I watched a staff member leave to his car right in front of the building and smoke cannabis right in front of the building. The websites broken, they must have forgot to renew their liquor license, the staff do all roles - clearly management does not know how to run and manage a business. I got charged a dollar because my kid didn't want spice on the kids chicken bowl (being a child and all). It would probably do pretty well here if management changed hands. You can see as they always have delivery orders to go waiting, and the restaurant is empty every time I've been. For those European, the food is essentially Nando's. Today was the worst I've had - look at the image... So in summary, get takeout or carry out, foods great. Five stars for food. One star for this business owner.

It Took me back home Good food great vibes nice place to watch the Games and live bands!!read more

The food here was absolutely delicious! Everything was packed with flavor, and it was definitely…read moreworth trying. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. The only downside was the wait. It took quite a while for our food to come out, and even though I ordered my kids' meals first, theirs actually arrived last. They were also out of a few menu items we wanted, so we had to go with our second choices. Even with those hiccups, the quality and flavor of the food really stood out. I'd happily come back, just knowing to allow a little extra time.

I'm so sad to learn that this place is closing down in a week. Today was my first time trying Fresh…read moreGrill in the mall. Mall ambiance is mall food court ambiance. So why would I give it ? First of all, because the owner of Fresh Grill was SO friendly and attentive. And secondly, because they had a Keto plate with keto-friendly sauces so I could enjoy a DELICIOUS stir fry with chicken totally sugar free. Honestly, of all the places I've ever bought food from at this mall, this has been absolutely the BEST food. I think I will make it a point to visit them again this week before their last day open. It was totally worth it.

Located in the mall at the food court. I ordered the Spicy chicken chow main and they made it…read morefresh to order. It tasted pretty good. Not to many vegetables but plenty of chicken. It was a bit oily but I think the spicy sauce was a chili oil. It wasn't to spicy just mildly. If you are in the mall this would be a good option.

I love this place. And Isaac, so we always ask for him. We often get their Tres Enchiladas because…read morewe love them so much. This time we shared one with each kind of meat offered: chicken, pork and beef. I can't say which I liked more because they all were so awesome as ever. We tried something completely new to us this time: a ceviche called aguachile negro. I Googled it: "Aguachile negro is a bold, spicy Mexican seafood dish featuring raw, butterflied shrimp "cooked" in lime juice, blended with a dark, savory sauce made from roasted chiles, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Maggi seasoning. Served cold with cucumber and red onion, it offers a deep umami flavor and intense heat, often topped with avocado." I'll say it's hot!!! A heat that grows and fills your whole head. Yet, it was so incredibly delicious I weathered the effects. I am not kidding--I don't think I've had a dish I have loved more. The flavor is fantastic, and when I fished for a little raw prawn and put that thing in my mouth, I just thrilled. We had some of their wonderful guacamole as a starter, and I wish now I had saved some to try with the ceviche--it would have been lovely. I will go back.

First time at the Bellingham location and it exceeded my expectations greatly. From the passion of…read morethe bartender creating our beautiful drinks to the chef that prepared our food, COA always does it best. I ordered the bacon wrapped shrimp entre and they were cooked to perfection in the delicious poblana cream sauce. This sauce hits all the right spots and I absolutely love that they cover their dishes with it. I enjoy dipping my chips in there and creating a nacho with all the fixings. The salsa and guacamole is always incredibly fresh and I love the way they make their chips. Tasty, fresh, perfectly salted, and homemade. The pico that came wild the dish was delicious and I loved that they added mango to it. My friends got enchiladas which are always a great choice and we ordered mojitos which were very fresh too. I love how their drinks are always beautifully made with lovely garnishes and fruits to add color. Very excited to go back and try different drinks and entrees! Absolutely LOVE this authentic Mexican restaurant.